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1. Advisory of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was completed on June 12 2009 Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of receiving Digital Broadcasts and no Digital Converter Box is required For additional information please contact the parties listed below as appropriate FCC US Federal Communications Commission http www fcc gov Phone 1 888 CALL FCC 1 888 225 5322 TTY 1 888 TELL FCC 1 888 835 5322 Fax 1 866 418 0232 E mail fccinfo fcc gov NTIA National Telecommunications and Information Administration http www ntia doc gov 1 888 DTV 2009 Listings of US Television Stations http www high techproductions com usT Vstations htm 4 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ssssssssssssssssssssseseee seen nnn nnns earns nnne nnne nnns nnns 2 Television Antenna Connection Protection cccccccsseccseeeesecseeeeseeeeeeeeeeeaeeseeeeaecseeeeaeeeseeteeeaneeseeetanes 4 Advisory Of the DTV Transit Me asessko dwa adi wedi dzo cad ak dA LAGE kaw AP w Wa od GA dw REWA 4 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV cra 8 Attaching the TV Stand 8 Unpack the TV and stand base cccccecccssccceseceeceececeeeceueecceceuecsueescesuecsueeseesuessaeesaeessueeaaeesaeessueseueeseeesaneeeas 8 ies I ue TV SIAN DASO A A O 8 A Mounting Yo
2. Display Compatibility HDTV 720p Colors 16 7 Million Brightness 300nits cd m typical Dynamic Contrast 20 000 1 Ratio Response Time 5ms typical Viewing Angle 170 x 160 horizontal vertical 1x RF 1x Composite Video and stereo audio 1x Component and stereo audio 2x HDMI Inputs 1x RGB 1x USB Port photo service Outputs 1x SPDIF Optical Digital Audio 1x headphone Features PIP POP Noise Reduction CC V Chip 2 0 Supports 720P HDTV 480P EDTV and 480i SDTV video signals HDMI V 1 3 USB supports Digital images JPEG photo files Supports 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1366x768 via RGB or 1920x1080 via HDMI 3 D comb filter 3 2 or 2 2 reverse pull down ATSC with 8VSB amp QAM demodulation ATSC with MPEG 2 decoding NTSC video decoding via Video AV S Video or Component Progressive Scan Video via HDMI Component or RGB Built in speakers x 2 Dolby Digital Decoding SRS TruSurround HD and SRS TruVolume sound enhancement 2xBuilt in 5W Speakers 30 000 hours to half the original brightness IEC Connector for direct power line connection 100 240Vac at 50 60Hz 23W AVG 1W standby 1x S Video Speakers Panel Life Input Voltage Range Power Consumption Operating Temperature 5 C 35 C Relative Humidity 20 80 Altitude 0 12 000 ft Temperature 20 C 60 C Relative Humidity 5 90 Altitude 0 40 000 ft 18 93 W x 13 81 H x 6 97 D with stan
3. Connect the S VIDEO cable from your DVD player to the S VIDEO jack on your HDTV Connect the audio cables white and red on your cable satellite box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control 22 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Using Composite AV Video Compatible OQ R AV S VIDEO VIDEO L R 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player 2 Connect the video cable yellow from your DVD player to the AV S VIDEO jack on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables white and red on your DVD player to the AV S VIDEO L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD Player 5 Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control Connecting Coaxial RF Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV COAXIAL 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV TV connector on your HDTV 3 Turn on the power to your HDTV 4 Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control Version 9 16 2009 23 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Us
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5. PP RE TET ENT 45 LIMITES PRODUCT WARRANT SE 47 VIZIO RETORN 229 ss Aem 48 5 5 M X TP HIC QC 50 6 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage Once you have opened the carton check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding IMPORTANT Save the carton and packing material for future shipping Package Contents e VIZIO VM190XVT or VM230XVT e Stand with thumb screw e VIZIO remote control VR9 AAA batteries for the remote control 2 AC DC power adapter This user manual Cleaning cloth Quick Setup Guide Registration Card Caution Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV This may compromise the integrity of the display The manufacturer s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations HDTV Accessories and Services Additional certified accessories for your HDTV are sold separately including e Wall mounts High Definition cables Extra or replacement remote controls Sound Bars Blu ray DVD Players VIZIO also offers installation serv
6. VIZIO displays purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U S reseller and that are used in the fifty 50 United States or Puerto Rico are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for one 1 year from the date of the original retail purchase If the display fails to conform to this limited warranty VIZIO will at its option and sole discretion repair or replace the display Labor During the one year limited warranty period VIZIO will provide when needed service labor to repair a manufacturing defect Repairs required on displays which are thirty 30 inches and larger generally will be made on site where the display is installed The determination for performing the on site repair is dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Repairs required on displays which are less than thirty 30 inches generally will be performed at a VIZIO service center Parts Repairs may be made with new or recertified parts or the entire unit may be replaced with a new or recertified unit at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Replacement parts or replacement units provided under this limited warranty are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or for ninety 90 days from warranty service or replacement whichever is later How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service contact VIZIO Technical Support via email at TechSupportQVIZIO com via
7. connecting other components to your HDTV e Unplug the power cord before cleaning your HDTV A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning your HDTV Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning your HDTV Do not use abrasive cleaners e Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility e When moving your HDTV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature condensation may form in the housing Wait before turning on your HDTV to avoid causing fire electric shock or component damage e Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by manufacturer or sold with your HDTV When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart HDTV combination to avoid injury from tip over Do not place your HDTV on an unstable cart stand or table If your HDTV falls it can injure a person and cause serious damage to your HDTV Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with your HDTV e Adistance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between your HDTV and any heat source such as a radiator heater oven amplifier etc Do not install your HDTV close to smoke Operating your HDTV close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock e Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of your HDTV and to protect it from overheating be sure these openings are not blocked or covered Do not place your
8. 9 16 2009 9 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER VIZIO LIGHT The VIZIO logo lights white when powered on Your HDTV TV features touch sensitive buttons that light when active The proximity sensor detects you and as your hand gets closer to the surface the intensity of the LEDs increase Remote Control Sensor Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower right corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal 1 POWER Turn your HDTV on by pressing the button once Press the button again to turn your HDTV off 2 MENU Press to launch the on screen menu If a sub menu is active this button will proceed to the next level 3 CH A W Press to change the channels up or down While the menu is active these buttons function as up and down controls 4 VOL A Press to increase or decrease the speaker volume While the menu is active these buttons function as left and right controls 5 INPUT SELECT Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV called Inputs The inputs cycle in the following sequence TV AV Composite COMP Component HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and RGB VGA Once you have stepped through the entire sequence you will return to the beginning If a sub menu is active pressing this button will return to the previous menu level Additionally when th
9. AVG 1W standby Speakers Panel Life Input Voltage Range Power Consumption Operating Temperature 5 C 35 C Relative Humidity 20 8096 Altitude 0 12 000 ft Temperature 20 C 60 C Relative Humidity 5 90 Altitude 0 40 000 ft 22 84 W x 16 01 H x 7 85 D with stand 22 84 W x 14 64 H x 1 65 D without stand Non Operating Dimensions Net Weight 9 89 lbs without stand 10 78 lbs with stand Gross Weight 15 90 Ibs Certifications Energy Star 3 0 CSA CSA US FCC Class B Compliances EIA CEA 766 A 44 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for better picture quality refer to the graphic card s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode See the table below for the factory preset resolutions VM190 Preset PC Resolutions Version 9 16 2009 45 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual VM230 Preset PC Resolutions c Oo S o O C5 DN Y 46 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Limited Product Warranty VIZIO provides a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of a new VIZIO display purchased from an authorized VIZIO U S reseller and used in the fifty 50 United States or Puerto Rico VIZIO s Responsibility
10. HDMI Press to select the HDMI input Press repeatedly to cycle between both HDMI inputs A V 4 b Press to navigate open menus adjust other TV settings such as Brightness and Contrast or turn menu options On and Off OK Press to select an option in the menu VOL A Y Press to turn the volume up or down CH A Y Press to change the channels up or down MUTE Press to turn the sound on and off LAST Press to recall the previously viewed channel Also press repeatedly to go back to the previous menu screen or out to your program when you press it repeatedly Number Button Pad Press to select a channel or enter a password INPUT Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV called Inputs The inputs cycle in the following sequence TV AV Composite COMP Component HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and RGB VGA Once you have stepped through the entire sequence you will return to the beginning DASH Press to insert a dash between the main and sub channels For VIZIO example channel 28 2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 DASH 2 EXIT Press to exit from open menus Play Press to start playing the recorded programming when in Pause Live TV mode Stop M Press to take you out of Pause Live TV mode and back to live TV Fast Forward Press to skip forward in 15 second increments You can also press the right navigation key Also press this button to navigate in open m
11. HDTV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided e Never push any object into the slots and openings on your HDTV cabinet Do not place any objects on the top of your HDTV Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock Never spill liquids on your HDTV e Your HDTV should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company e Donotapply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV This may compromise the integrity of the display The manufacturer s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations e The power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage specified For more information contact your dealer e Your HDTV is equipped with a three pronged grounded plug a plug with a third grounding pin This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet This is a safety feature If your outlet does not accommodate the three pronged have an electrician install the correct outlet or use an adapter to ground your HDTV safely Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug e When connected to a power outlet power is always flowing into your HDTV To totally disconnect power unplug the power cord e The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un isolated dangerous volt
12. Remove the remote control batteries base and AC DC power adapter 2 Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean flat surface Note Make sure that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched Attach the TV stand base 1 Push the stand base onto the stand neck already connected to TV making sure the arrow on the base points toward the front of the TV 2 Onthe bottom of the base tighten the thumb screw Move the TV into an upright position Toward front of TV Stand Neck Slide stand base on here Front of TV 8 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall follow the instructions below 1 Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV 2 Remove the stand base and neck a Disconnect the cables from your HDTV b Place your HDTV face down on a soft flat surface to prevent damage to the screen c Flip the base to a 90 angle This will keep the stand neck out of view after the base is removed d Loosen the thumb screw and remove the stand base 3 Mount your HDTV on the wall a Attach your HDTV to a wall mount sold separately using the mounting holes in the back panel of your HDTV b Read the instructions that came with your specific wall mount to properly hang your HDTV Version
13. Version 9 16 2009 www VIZIO com 91 VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual TV Settings Menu rrrrnnrnrnrnnnrvnrnnnrnrnnnrrnrnnnrnnnnn 30 Wide MenU e EP 28 TV Settings Menu Input Source MenNuU coccnccccnccccncccccnconcncnncnconcnnnonos 30 Menu Language ooccconccccnccccnncnnoncncnncnconcncnnaninoncnos 34 Name INpUut cccceccssceceseceeeeceeeseeeseeeeeeeeseeens 31 Parental Controls Menu cc ssecceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeaees 32 PC Settings Menu cccccsseeeseseseeeeeeeesseeeees 31 Time amp Local Settings sseesssssssse 34 T ner MENU acotar 30 TV Stand Attaching PME 8 VCR COMNEGCU O e 24 Video Camera Connecting ooccccccocnncccncnnncnncncononnncnnnnonononconononons 24 Viewing Photos ccccscccssececeseeceeseseseeeeseeenseeenees 26 Wall mounting wodzowie Odd lees 9 Nc eE ERRORE 47 Watching TV Getting your Programs occccoccccccnccnccnnccncnnnconononons 15 Program Information seeessssssesess 16 WAKE C PH 28 VIZ AN A 38
14. forty two inches 42 the customer is responsible for the transportation charges to VIZIO s service center VIZIO will be responsible for the return transportation charges from the service center to the customer Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions Mail In Warranty Repair Procedure Mail In Warranty Repair generally is performed on displays which are smaller than 30 inches If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a mail in repair may be performed the customer will be provided with a return authorization number and mail in repair instructions Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty The customer will be provided with instructions for packing and shipping the unit to the VIZIO service center The original carton box and packing material or an equivalent as designated by VIZIO must be utilized The cost of shipping to VIZIO s service center is at the customer s expense After the product is repaired and tested the VIZIO service center will ship the unit back to the customer at VIZIO s expense VIZIO is not responsible for the de installation or re installation of the product Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions PL
15. or older 18 Adult programming CAN French Note When Rating Enable is OFF Canadian French Rating adjustments are not available Press the OK button to block locked or allow unlocked channels by the following Canadian French ratings G General audience 8 ans General not recommended for young children 13 ans Not suitable for children under 13 years of age 16 ans Not suitable for under 16 years of age 18 ans Adults only Block Unrated TV Block programming that does not have a rating Change the PIN Password Enter a new 4 digit password using the number buttons on the remote control Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it correctly Note Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place The Reset Locks feature does NOT reset the password Version 9 16 2009 33 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual RESET LOCKS Return all Parental Control lock settings to factory default A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it Press or gt to make the selection and then press OK to accept it Are you sure you want to RESET ALL LOCKS SETTINGS to the factory defaults Menu Languages Select to change the language of the menu The default is English You can also select French or Spanish Time amp Local Settings Time Zone Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the correct time is shown afte
16. picture will look too light This feature will lower the APL to counteract this effect Choose from Off or On Menu for White Balance Adjustment DCR Set this feature for Dynamic Contrast Ratio to improve the black level performance and increase contrast ratio Choose from Off or On Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Reset Picture Mode Return all Picture settings to factory default A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it Press either 4 or to make the selection and then press OK to accept it Note Only settings under the Picture Settings menu will be reset Photo Menu Start Slideshow Press OK to begin slideshow and play the selected group of photos VIZIO e Press lt or gt to manually go to the next or previous picture e Press OK to open the Modify Photo menu There you can Rao zoom in and out pan the photo left right up down rotate the photo see information about the photo or remove it from the slideshow When a photo is removed from the slideshow the No symbol appears on the picture a HI Picture Mode Home Slide Settings Browse Photos I Browse photos in a selected group or folder Browse Photos Sort by Newest First e Press IB to stop the slideshow The Photo menu opens e Press A or V to highlight an option and then press OK to select it In some cases a sub menu will be displayed e Select a picture and then press OK You can
17. process Choose from On or Off Note When SRS TruSurround HD is ON Equalizer adjustments are not available SRS TruVolume When the programming switches to a commercial or when changing from channel to channel volume fluctuations occur When turned ON SRS TruVolume provides the listener with a comfortable and consistent volume level VIZIO recommends turning TruVolume off when listenting to music content 4 Off gt SRS TruVolume Off Equalizer Turn SRS TruSurround HD On or Off Choose Flat Rock Pop Classical or Jazz You can also adjust Bass and Treble Note The Equalizer adjustment will only be available when SRS TruSurroundHD is set to Off Reset Audio Mode Return all Audio settings to factory default A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it Press lt or to make the selection and then press OK to accept it Note Only settings under the Audio menu will be reset Picture Settings Menu Ambient Light Sensor Choose On or Off When set to On your HDTV will automatically adjust to light changes in the room Picture Mode YET Choose from Standard Movie Game Vivid or Custom Each input i e 4 Picture Settings TV HDMI COMP etc remembers the custom setting you created Select Custom to manually adjust Backlight Brightness Contrast Color Tint Ambient Light Sensor SOf gt Sharpness and to access the More menu where further adjustments can Picture Mode ard be made Ba
18. programs being viewed no matter what input is being used 1 Connect one end of the optical cable to optical connectors on the home theater and the other end to the OPTICAL jack on your HDTV 2 Turn on the power to your HDTV and home theater Change the input on your home theater to optical See your home theater user manual for more information Connecting a Computer 1 Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV see Preset PC Resolutions If your computer supports it we recommend 1920x1080 2 Turn off the power to your HDTV and Computer 3 Connect the VGA cable from your computer to the RGB PC jack on your HDTV 4 Connect the 1 8 inch audio cable from your computer to the RGB PC Audio jack on your HDTV This step is optional and only needed to transmit audio from the computer through the TV 5 Turn on the power to your HDTV and computer 6 Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV Note Refer to your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements Version 9 16 2009 25 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 7 Viewing pictures Connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on your HDTV to view photos e USB drives that are USB 2 0 and FAT or FAT32 are supported The USB Port does not support external hard drives or USB hubs e If your USB drive is oversized and does not physically fit in the USB port use a USB extension c
19. the screen size changes Y www VIZIO com O VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual ee input AV 1 AV 2 Component HDMI and TV Tips for High Definition Users Your HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content Best image quality will be achieved by HDMI The next best is Component followed by Composite Due to variances in broadcast practices it is possible some image distortions can occur Tips for Letterbox Content Some Letterboxed or Widescreen versions of DVD movies are formatted for Users standard 4 3 Televisions Your HDTV has the ability to expand this content so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image accuracy USB device is not recognized Make sure the device is correctly inserted Make sure the device is FAT or FAT32 Make sure it contains the supported files Make sure files are jpg or jpeg only Image is interrupted or Make sure the device is correctly inserted distorted Make sure that the file complies with the supported format bit rate and or profile Also check the file for damage Some files that comply with the supported format may not play back or display properly Slideshow doesn t start e Make sure the viewer isn t in pause rotation or zoom mode Telephone amp Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you Our trained suppor
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21. EASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION Version 9 16 2009 49 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Index i eee ae 28 A A 28 ACOSO 5 soised eee ae ee ane eee csi edd 7 Adjustments VONT e NA 10 Advanced Adjustments ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeees 27 Ambient Light Sensor rrrrnnrrrrrnnrrrrrnnnervnnrrennnnsnen 35 AMONI Aeee 17 Aspect RAtiO cooccocccccocccccnoconoconononnonanonnnnnanonon 28 Audio Settings Menu ccceceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeens 34 Audio Mode ocooccccccccccccccncoccccncnnncoconnonanonncncnnnnnnns 34 PU 34 Equalizer adjustments rrrrnrrrnnnrrrnnrernnrrrnnrrennnr 35 Optical Audio OUt occccoccnccccccccccnccoccncnncnnnncnonononos 35 Reset Audio Mode occoocccocccoccccccccococonccnnconncnnnnnos 35 SRS TruVolume rrannrnnanonrannnnannnnnnnnnnnnennnnennnnsennn 35 SRS TSHD surround soundg 35 TV Speakers omita 34 BIAIGCK OAL A o o e 28 Blocking Channels ccccccseceeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeaeeeeeeaees 32 PE rs 35 Cable Box Ss T 18 CC Closed Caption ccocccccccnccccnccccnccccnnonacnncnnnnnnons 29 EN 38 Coaxial connection Satellite DOX cooonccccncccconcccocnccononocononnncnnnns 23 Coaxial Connection cable AVA 23 A OO A PS HA O 36 Component Connector ssaaaaaaaaasazaasazansc
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23. Help Text Start Slideshow Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the HDTV Settings App The remote control or the buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings The HDTV Settings App allows you to adjust contrast brightness and other settings The TV will save changes made to the settings even if the TV is turned off The HDTV Settings App consists of several menu options The main menu options may vary depending on your selected input source Note Some of the main menu options may have additional submenus for example the TV Rating submenu for Parental Controls 1 Press the OK button on the remote control The HDTV Settings App opens 2 Use the navigation keys around the OK button to select one of the Input menu options 3 Press OK to select the option or feature you want to adjust m af 4 Once the menu option is displayed press A or Y to select one of Sleep Audio the items to adjust Timer Settings Settings 5 Press OK to select and then press A V 4 or gt to adjust the Em selection ET RE 9 6 Press LAST once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to ini Photo Help return to your program if adjustments have been completed 7 Press EXIT to close the HDTV Settings App Audio areal Controls Input Menu Select the Input Source for your HDTV Choose from TV AV Comp HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VGA and Photos Vers
24. S NEGLIGENCE ALLEGED DAMAGE OR DEFECTIVE GOODS WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DISPLAY VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE COMMERCIAL LOSS LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY MENUS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is the only warranty applicable no one is authorized to extend or modify it or to grant any other warranty on VIZIO s behalf Owner s Responsibility To ensure warranty service keep the dated bill or sales receipt as evidence of the purchase date and location This limited warranty applies only to original purchaser and is non transferable Note Warranty service conditions are subject to change For the latest Warranty Terms and Conditions and additional information regarding VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty please see complete details online at www VIZIO com VIZIO Return Policy VIZIO s return policy allows for products purchased directly from VIZIO to be returned by the original purchaser during the initial thirty 30 day period following the date of purchase A VIZIO return authorization number must first be obtained as pr
25. VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer Congratulations on your new VIZIO VM190XVT or VM230XVT television purchase To get the most out of your new VIZIO HDTV please read these instructions before making any adjustments and retain them for future reference We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO HDTV High Definition Television For assistance please call 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 or e mail us at www VIZIO com To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO HDTV please visit our website at www VIZIO com or call toll free at 888 849 4623 We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website www VIZIO com or fill out and mail your registration card For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty VIZIO offers on site extended warranty service plans These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV for easy reference when obtaining warranty support Serial Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO Inc dba V Inc HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC I DOLBY Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DIGITAL S S SIS TruSurround HD and TruVolume are trad
26. able Connect one end of the cable to your USB drive and the other end to the USB port e Supported file extensions include jpg and jpeg Note Even the supported format files listed above may or may not play properly or completely depending on the USB device bit rate VIZIO stream and other content characteristics as well as other factors 55 Files Found Viewing Photos 1 Turn on your HDTV Browse Photos 2 Insert a USB device with photos into the USB port on your Start Slideshow HDTV A screen will appear listing the number of files found on your USB device 3 Select Start Slideshow or Browse Photos a In Slideshow Mode the pictures found automatically play i Press 4 or gt to manually go to the next or previous picture li Press OK to open the Modify Photo menu There you can zoom in and out pan the photo left right up down rotate the photo see information about the photo or remove it from the slideshow Exit iii Press IB to stop the slideshow The Photo menu opens b In Browse Photos mode the Photo menu opens giving your more menu options i Press A or V to highlight an option and then VIZIO Start Slideshow press OK to select it In some cases a sub Browse DOE JE menu will be displayed Sort by Newest First ii Press LAST to go back to a previous screen View All 4 To exit from viewing photos press M and then press A or V Picture Mode Home to select EXIT Slide Settings Exit
27. accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures is 2 3 4 Notice 1 2 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Shielded interface cables and AC AC DC power adapter if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference 42 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 10 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation 18 5 Diagonal 16 9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel Dot Pitch 0 300mm H x 0 300mm V
28. age within the inside of your HDTV that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons e The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV e Do not overload power strips and extension cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock 2 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual e The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible e Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV Any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock e Do not touch the power cord during lightning To avoid electric shock avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms e Unplug your HDTV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time This will protect your HDTV from damage due to power surges e Do not attempt to repair or service your HDTV yourself Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages electric shock and other hazards If repair is required contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel e Keep your HDTV away from moisture Do not expose your HDTV to rain or moisture If water penetrates into your HDTV unplug the power cord and contact your dealer Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shoc
29. and with no refund issued This return policy does not apply to defective products Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions On Site Warranty Repair Procedure On Site Warranty Repair generally is performed on repairable displays which are 30 inches and larger If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that an on site repair may be performed the Y E www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual customer will be provided with an on site repair authorization number and on site repair instructions The determination for performing the on site repair may be dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty On site repair service is requested through VIZIO s third party service provider After VIZIO provides the customer with the on site repair OSR authorization number the third party service provider will contact the customer and will schedule the repair at the customer s location The total approximate time for the repair process which includes the repair diagnosis dispatching the technician shipping the replacement part s and arranging the appointment with the customer is comple
30. can see a picture but you Press Volume Up on the remote control cannot hear sound Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON Check your audio settings The audio may be set to SAP or the speakers are set to off Make sure that headphones are not connected Check the audio connections of external devices that may be connected to your HDTV The TV has pixels dots that Your HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision are always dark or colored technology however sometimes some pixels of your HDTV may not display Pixel defects within industry specifications are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product You see noise or trash on When your HDTV s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal the the screen signal is up converted increased to match your TV s display capabilities Up converting can cause noise or trash If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window You switch to a different input e The TV remembers the volume level from the last time you adjusted it If the and the volume changes sound level is higher or lower from another source then the volume will change You switch to a different input e The TV remembers the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular and
31. ce Wrong or abnormal colors Check Color and Tint settings in Picture Menu ep Reset Picture settings Check the video cables to make sure they are securely connected If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window Remote control does not Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on your TV work Remove any obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor Replace dead batteries with new ones Make sure you have selected TV mode on the remote control There appear to be image If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low quality issues Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window For best image quality view HD wide screen programs where possible Version 9 16 2009 39 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual If HD content is not available view Standard Definition from a digital source e Standard analog TV will always be noticeably inferior to HD because your digital flat panel TV has video that is many times better than old TV so you will see interference and deficiencies you did not know you had You cannot see a picture Make sure the power button is ON VIZIO logo glows white Make sure AC DC power adapter is securely connected to
32. cklight KA Brightness EE 28 Backlight Toni Ei Adjust the lamp current to affect the overall brilliance of the picture not the A 25 Brightness black level or Contrast white level of the picture Tinto Ki Note Backlight is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Sharpness EE 30 Noise Reduction Off Brightness Adjust black levels in the picture If the brightness is too low you will not be TER able to see the detail in darker parts of the picture and if the brightness is too high the picture will look washed out Note Brightness is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Version 9 16 2009 35 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Contrast Adjust the white levels in the picture If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture Note Contrast is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Color Adjust the amount of color in the picture Note Color is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Tint Adjust the hue of the picture The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and adjust for a realistic appearance In most cases the default middle position is correct If people s faces look too orange try reducing the level of color first Note Tint is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the ed
33. d Window Color color of the area where characters are displayed Window Opacity transparency of the area where characters are displayed Sleep Timer Menu Select the timer to turn off the TV in 30 60 90 120 or 180 minutes Version 9 16 2009 29 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual TV Settings Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you set up your TV for DTV TV channels using the Initial Setup screens If you did not do this or if your setup has changed you can do this from the TV menu Input Source Select the Input Source for your HDTV Choose from TV AV Comp HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VGA and Photos Picture The Picture menu allows you to adjust the same settings as the Picture Settings menu option on the main menu See Picture Settings Menu below for a detailed explanation of each setting Audio The Audio menu allows you to adjust the same settings as the Audio Settings menu option on the main menu See Audio Settings Menu below for a detailed explanation of each setting Tuner VIZIO 4 TV Settings Input Source Picture Audio Tuner PC Settings Name Input Parental Controls Menu Language Time amp Local Settings Press OK to go to the previous screen Note The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode Tuner Mode Select Cable or Antenna depending upon which equipment you have attached to the DTV TV Input Auto Channel Search Automatically
34. d 18 93 W x 12 44 H x 1 65 D w o stand Non Operating Dimensions Net Weight 8 10 lbs without stand 8 67 Ibs with stand Gross Weight 12 84 Ibs Certifications Energy Star 3 0 CSA CSA US FCC Class B Compliances EIA CEA 766 A Version 9 16 2009 43 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Brightness 300nits cd m typical Dynamic Contrast 20 000 1 Ratio Response Time 5ms typical Viewing Angle 160 x 150 horizontal vertical 1x RF 1x Composite Video and stereo audio Inputs 1x Component and stereo audio 2x HDMI 1x S Video 1x RGB 1x USB Port photo service Outputs 1x SPDIF Optical Digital Audio 1x headphone Full HD PIP POP Noise Reduction CC V Chip 2 0 Supports 1080P Full HDTV 720P HDTV 480P EDTV and 480i SDTV video signals 1080P FHDTV HDMI V 1 3 USB supports Digital images JPEG photo files Supports 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1366x768 via RGB or 1920x1080 via HDMI 3 D comb filter 3 2 or 2 2 reverse pull down ATSC with Features 8VSB amp QAM demodulation ATSC with MPEG 2 decoding NTSC video decoding via Video AV S Video or Component Progressive Scan Video via HDMI Component or RGB Built in speakers x 2 Dolby Digital Decoding SRS TruSurround HD and SRS TruVolume sound enhancement 2xBuilt in 5W Speakers 30 000 hours to half the original brightness IEC Connector for direct power line connection 100 240Vac at 50 60Hz 30W
35. d be used analog instead of composite when possible However because it is still an analog connection it won t provide the high quality video and audio that HDMI can produce Using a unique connector S Video provides a sharper image than Composite video However S Video is generally not ideal for high definition video signals Use HDMI or Component for high definition Compatible signals analo 9 Composite consists of one yellow cable for transmitting video and two cables for transmitting audio one red and one white It is capable of transmitting stereo sound and standard definition video 480i While it provides a good image it has lower image quality than HDMI or Composite So try to use one of those connections first Note To maintain the display quality use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable This cable is available in 6 8 and 12 foot lengths Visit www vizio com or call 1 888 VIZIOCE 1 888 849 4623 for details Version 9 16 2009 17 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI Best Cable Satellite Box Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results To maintain image quality use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable This cable is available in 6 15 and 30 foot lengths See www VIZIO com or call 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 for details 1 Turn off your HDTV and cable satellite box 2 Con
36. d or damaged in any way O O O o The performance of your HDTV changes substantially Version 9 16 2009 3 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPSA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of the grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT nec section 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS nec section 810 21 Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits or l where it could fall into such power nee gt a A A lines or circuits GROUND CLAMPS Remember the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building installation
37. d setup when you move your TV Please refer to the Getting Started section for more information Note Previously scanned channels will be removed Chapter 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the TV and Remote Control 1 Remove the power cable from the wall outlet 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control VIZIO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer 3 Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing 4 Wipe the TV and remote control with a dry cloth after cleaning Important e Do not use volatile solvent such as toluene rosin and alcohol Such chemicals may damage the housing screen glass and remote control and cause paint to peel e The screen glass is very fragile Do not scrape it with any sharp object e Do not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking Y a www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically check the display in accordance with the following instructions Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure If the display still fails to perform as expected contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1 877 MYVIZIO 698 4946 or e mail us at techsupportQVIZIO com l Receive the error message No Signal e Press the INPUT bu
38. e is OFF the USA TV Rating adjustments are not available VIZIO 4 Parental Controls USA TV Fv D L Press OK to block locked or allow unlocked channels by the following US TV ratings TV Y All children TV Y7 Older children TV G General audience y TV PG Guidance suggested TV 14 Strongly cautioned TV MA Mature audience You can also customize the TV ratings for the following content A All sub ratings FV Fantasy violence PSSS D Sexual dialog L Adult language S Sexual situations V Violence Y z www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual USA Movie Note When Rating Enable is OFF USA Movie Rating adjustments MEA are not available USA Movie Press the OK button to block locked or allow unlocked channels by the following US Movie ratings G General audience PG Parental guidance suggested PG 13 Recommended for children 13 years of age or older R Mature audience NC 17 No one under 17 years of age X No one under 17 years of age CAN English Press OK to block movies rated X Note When Rating Enable is OFF Canadian English Rating adjustments are not available Press the OK button to block locked or allow unlocked channels by the following Canadian English ratings C Children C8 Children 8 years or older G General Programming suitable for all audiences PG Parental guidance 14 Viewers 14 years
39. e menu is active this button confirms the menu function to be adjusted Y E www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Rear Panel Connections da a 5 HDMI za pr Z b gt A FII KE 00008 ag COMPONENT AV S VIDEO w Y 1 DC IN Connect the included DC power supply here Connect the other end to a wall outlet Kensington Security Slot lnsert a Kensington lock and attach your HDTV to a permanent object to prevent theft 3 HDMI 1 Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or set top box through these all digital connectors 4 HDMI 2 with L R Audio Connect another digital video device such as a DVD player or set top box through this all digital connector For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device use a DVI HDMI cable and connect the analog audio output of the device to the L R AUDIO here Your VIZIO Certified HDMI DVI cables are available for purchase from www VIZIO com or by calling 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 5 RGB PC Connect the video and audio from a computer here Connect a 1 8 mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you want sound to be transmitted 6 USB PORT Insert a FAT FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures This port is also used for service 7 DTV TV Connect to an antenna or digital cable source for digital TV For digital TV stations in your area visit www antennaweb org For cable and satellite set top boxes we recommend that
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41. emarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc 2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default Home Use setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for Energy Star rating THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY BRAVO VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION 2008 VIZIO INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Version 9 16 2009 1 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits and misuse may result in electric shock or fire To prevent your HDTV from being damaged the following instructions should be observed for the installation use and maintenance of your HDTV Read the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference e To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage switch off the power before
42. enus Pause Il Press to pause live TV Fast Reverse 44 Press to skip backward in 15 second increments You can also press the left navigation key Also press this button to navigate in open menus Version 9 16 2009 13 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built in setup app that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time Follow the on screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV 1 Insert batteries into the remote control 2 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your HDTV and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket 3 Connect your devices to your HDTV see Chapter 2 for detailed steps 4 Turnon your TV The Setup App will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your HDTV Use the arrow and OK buttons to navigate through the setup app During the setup process you will e Choose your menu language e Set the display to Home mode to conserve energy e Set your time zone and daylight savings preferences e Add your TV channels unless you have a cable satellite set top box e Change Language inn I Y b www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the front of your TV Pressing this button will cycle you through the f
43. fects damage malfunctions or failures resulting from shipping or transit improper or faulty installation abuse operation contrary to furnished instructions operation on incorrect power supplies products not supplied by VIZIO modification alteration improper servicing or tampering damage from fire water lightning power surges abnormal environmental conditions or other acts of nature normal wear and tear unsatisfactory visual or audio performance not caused by a manufacturing defect or displays with a missing or unreadable serial number Operation of the display for commercial purposes or in applications or uses for which the display is not intended is not covered by this limited warranty Image Sticking caused by static images on the screen for extended periods and or excessive brightness and contrast levels is not covered by this Version 9 16 2009 AT Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual limited warranty Installation removal transportation and reinstallation of a display and routine maintenance and cleaning are not covered by this limited warranty THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR DESCRIBED ABOVE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE VIZIO S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING VIZIO
44. ges of elements in the picture It does not produce detail that otherwise does not exist This adjustment is helpful when viewing Standard Definition sources Note Sharpness is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Noise Reduction This feature diminishes picture artifacts caused by the digitizing of image motion content that may be present in the picture Choose from Off Low Medium or High More Select More to adjust advanced options for fine tuning the picture Note The More menu is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom Color Temperature Color Temperature is the warmness or coolness of the white areas of the picture Choose from Custom Cool Normal or PC gears Normal is the setting for television broadcasting Custom allows you to set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit individual preferences Cool produces a blue hued image PC sets the white point at the established setting for a computer display 9300K Each preset may also be adjusted for a customized setting Adaptive Luma DCR Color Enhancement Reset Picture Mode This feature increases the picture reproduction performance of the picture by reducing oversaturation of certain colors and improving flesh tones Choose from Off or On 4 Picture Settings TV Color Temperature Color Enhancement Adaptive Luma Large areas of brightness in the picture will result in a higher Average Picture Level APL and the overall
45. guages the eel broadcaster is transmitting the audio with the program you are watching This signal is usually Spanish Choose from English French or Spanish VIZIO 4 Skip Channel a 3 ES 3 3 Bet PC Settings Select if you are connecting to your PC computer This option can only be selected when you are in the VGA input mode Auto Adjust Have the TV automatically find and set the best settings to view the image Horiz Position Adjust the horizontal left right location of the image Vertical Position Adjust the vertical up down location of the image Fine Tune Fine tune the image Name Input This feature makes it easier for you to recognize the devices you have connected to your HDTV when you press INPUT For example if you have T a Blu Ray DVD player connected to the HDMI 1 input you can have the npu Source input label read HDMI 1 BluRay instead of just HDMI 1 You can select MIA from 10 preset labels or you can make your own custom label that is up to Bera 24 characters long and contains letters numbers and or symbols To use one of the 10 preset labels 1 Select nput Source and then press OK to show the list of inputs 2 Press Y to select the input label you want to change and then press OK 3 Press Y to select Input Labels and then press OK to show the list of 10 preset labels 4 Press V to select the new input label name and then Select Input source press OK VIZIO Name In
46. ices and extended warranty services for your HDTV To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO HDTV visit our website at www VIZIO com or call us toll free at 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 Version 9 16 2009 T Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV e The power consumption of your HDTV is about lt 40W AVG Use the included AC DC power adapter When an extension cord is required use one with the correct power rating The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be compromised e Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping e For proper ventilation you must allow space between the back of your HDTV and the wall e Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity dust or smoke so you do not shorten the service life of the electronic components e Install your HDTV in a level landscape orientation with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage e If you want to mount your HDTV on the wall see below for additional information e Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking Contact VIZIO for more information on these services at 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 or www VIZIO com Attaching the TV Stand Unpack the TV and stand base 1
47. ing S VIDEO AV S VIDEO I TS 006 L R H ooQ 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV and VCR or Video Camera 2 Connect the S VIDEO cable from your VCR or video camera to the S VIDEO jack on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on the power to your HDTV and VCR or video camera 5 Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control Note Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Using AV H AV S VIDEO 6 6 VIDEO R L 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV and VCR or Video Camera 2 Connect the yellow AV cable from your VCR or video camera to the AV jack on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on the power to your HDTV and VCR or Video Camera 5 Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV Y 7 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System AUDIO OUT OPTICAL L SPDIF OPTICAL If your sound system has a SPDIF optical digital audio input you can connect it from your sound system to the OPTICAL digital audio out on the back of your HDTV This is active when receiving audio with the
48. ion 9 16 2009 27 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Wide Select how the picture displays on the screen As you select an option you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes Select how the picture displays on the screen As you select an option you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program Normal Mode The original 4 3 aspect ratio 1 33 1 source is preserved so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4 3 Aspect Ratio Movies in 4 3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan and scan or full frame These o movies were originally filmed in 16 9 widescreen and then modified O O to fit a traditional TV screen 4 3 Full Full mode allows you to view the entire picture Recommended for HDMI and RGB Computer viewing so you can see the complete picture without the image overstretching beyond the viewing area If you experience noise along the border switch to Zoom 1 For 720p 1080i 1080p only Stretch Mode When watching a widescreen program 1 78 1 source with black bars on the sides the display image will stretch to fill the TV screen People will appear wider than they really are If you are watching a widescreen 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 source program or movie there will still be black bars at the top and bottom This mode is available only when watchi
49. k e Donot use your HDTV if any abnormality occurs If any smoke or odor becomes apparent unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately Do not try to repair your HDTV yourself e Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances If your HDTV is dropped and the housing is damaged the internal components may function abnormally Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair Continued use of your HDTV may cause fire or electric shock e Donotinstall your HDTV in an area with heavy dust or high humidity Operating your HDTV in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock e Follow instructions for moving your HDTV Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV e When unplugging your HDTV hold the power plug not the cord Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock When your HDTV will not be used for an extended period of time unplug the power cord e To reduce risk of electric shock do not touch the connector with wet hands e Insert batteries in accordance with instructions Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator e If any of the following occurs contact the dealer o The power cord fails or frays Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV Your HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture Your HDTV is droppe
50. make the photo go RARA full screen rotate the photo see information about the photo or remove it from the slideshow When a photo is removed from the slideshow the No symbol appears on the picture e Press LAST to go back to a previous screen Sort By Choose how you want your photos organized Choose from Original Title A Z Title Z A Oldest First and Newest First View View individual folders and their contents or ALL If you select Folders scroll back up the list to Browse Photos to browse and select a specific folder to view the contents of the folders Picture Mode Choose from Home Movie Game or Custom to vary the screen color lighting when viewing your photos Slide Settings Choose Repeat On or Off Shuffle On or Off Full Screen On or Off or Speed Slow or Fast Exit Exit the Photo menu Version 9 16 2009 37 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Slide Size Set the size of the thumbnails Press lt or to choose either large or small Help Menu System Info Display information about your TV such as the model name and current software version Reset All Settings Return all Picture and Audio settings to factory default A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it Press or gt to make the selection and then press OK to accept it Setup Wizard Use this function to return to the Initial Setup menu Use this function if you want to have a guide
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52. nect an HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set Top Box and the other end to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input on your HDTV 3 Turn on the power to your HDTV and your cable satellite box 4 Select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control e he HDMI input on your HDTV supports High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection e Refer to your cable satellite set top box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI B L T 93 P 00 L R 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV and HDTV set Top Box 2 Using a HDMI DVI cable connect the DVI end to your HDTV set top box and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 input on your HDTV 3 Using an audio cable connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the HDMI input on your HDTV 4 Turn on the power to your HDTV and your cable satellite box 5 Select HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control s www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Using Comp
53. nformation about the program House Hunters International Af HGIV Cable 12 00 AM 12 00 AM TV G CC Oft 4801 Unknown House Hunters International Af HGTV Cable 12 00 AM 12 00 AM TV G CC Oftt 46801 Unknown Finding a dream home in Costa Rica Y E www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should Use You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays Based on your home theater configuration you can decide which option is the right one for you ALA ee Connector Description Quality type p HDMI delivers the best image quality of any of the cable types available Best and it s all done over one cable You get a great picture and cut down on digital your cable clutter HDMI provides digital quality and amazing sound so if your TV has HDMI this is the connection type you should be using Best digital Connect your antenna or coaxial cable to watch TV programming This cable usually comes from your cable box or right out of the wall Compatible analog Best The RGB VGA port allows you to connect your computer so you can analog use the TV as your monitor Component consists of three cables for transmitting video and two cables for transmitting audio one red and one white Component video Better f R provides a sharper image than Composite video and shoul
54. ng a widescreen program Panoramic Mode When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this mode the 4 3 Aspect Ratio 1 33 1 source display image is stretched horizontally on the left and right sides to fill the TV screen The center of the image is not stretched E www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual CC Closed Caption To select the options in the CC sub menu press the OK button or the gt button A new menu will be displayed showing the following CC settings Analog Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching regular analog NTSC TV Select from CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4 or Off Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2 Digital Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching digital TV Select from CC1 CC2 CC3 CCA or CS1 CS2 CS3 C84 CS5 CS6 or Off Digital CC Style The Digital CC Style feature is available when watching digital TV Select either As Broadcaster or Custom If Custom is selected then you can customize the way Closed Caption is displayed The options available are e Caption Style custom or as broadcast Note the following options will only be available if Caption Style is set to Custom e Text Size letter color Color letter color Opacity color of the background where Closed Caption is displayed Background Color color of the background where Closed Caption is displayed Background Opacity sets the transparency of the backgroun
55. nnecting a Home Theater System rrrnnnnrnnnnnnrnvnnnnnvnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnsnnnnnnsnnnnnnennnnnsnnnnnsnnnnnsennnnn 25 CoOmmecindia Gre ajo Iz ER Em 25 CHAPITER 7 VIEWING EE NANA 26 MISWINO PROOS EEE EEE EE AAS KE 26 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS snnnnrrnnnnnnnavnnsnnnnennnennnnnnnnennnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnennner 27 Using the HDTV Settings App annrnnnnnrnnnnnnrnvnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnnsnnnnnsrnnnnnrnnnnnsnnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnnennnnnsennnn 27 Version 9 16 2009 D Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual ITT UCTS AN 2 AE T 28 CC Closed Capion A tree I Oo SEN 29 Sleep Timer 1 0 M r 29 DSM ee 30 e gt AE EEEE 30 PPP PP 30 MUNN 30 MO 30 JE M Q 31 vane P 31 Parental Controls ue euaee aaa aa aaa aaa nawa anawa aaa aaa eeeeeeeeeeeeeesee cess eeeeeeeeseeeese cess eeeseeeeseeeeseeeesseesseeeeseeeeseeetsneeetseeeeas 32 Me ENES AMA A o o PEE E sem 34 Time g Local Cnosos n 34 Audio SS TEA Men EEE 34 AUO MOOG sice ean D EE nn EZ 34 BA O asa E e o A 34 TV Speakers AAA EE SE EE 34 Optical Adio E QN PTT 35 POW AMC OA A A EA
56. ns Keep the batteries away from children and pets Remote Control Range VIZIO Remote Control Precautions Point the remote control directly at this sensor for the best response to the remote signal Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor The effective range of the remote control is approximately 22 feet 7 meters from the front of the remote control sensor 30 to the left and right 20 up and down The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources Avoid humidity If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at all check the batteries If the batteries are low or exhausted replace them with fresh batteries When not using the remote control for a long period of time remove the batteries Do not take the batteries apart heat them or throw them into a fire Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress such as striking or dropping it Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent Wipe it with a clean damp cloth 12 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Remote Control Buttons INFO Press to display program information fl POWER Q Press to turn the TV on from the Standby mode Press it again to return to the Standby mode TV Press to select the TV input AV Press to select the AV either Composite or S Video input COMP Press to select the Component input
57. ollowing options TV AV Comp HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VGA and Photos Turn on your device and you will see a picture on your HDTV If there is no picture make sure you have selected the correct input on your HDTV Note If the selected device is RF connected your HDTV needs to be in TV mode and on either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which has been selected on the back of the VCR Cable Box External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver Please refer to Owner or User s Manual of such equipment for details Watching a TV Program VIZIO 4 Input Source Selection TV AV Comp HDMI 1 HOME eee VGA Photos Watch TV from your Antenna or Cable out of the wall Before you start watching TV please make sure that any cable satellite or off air antenna connections are secure Also verify that the AC DC power adapter is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector 1 Press the power button on the remote control The VIZIO logo on the front will light silver 2 Select the input to which your device is connected that provide TV programming i e TV HDMI COMP Note You should be able to see a picture If you do not make sure that all of your HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the correct video input source Each press of the INPUT button on the remote control will cycle through the available inputs Press the button until the input associated with the device you want to vie
58. onent Video Better il ooo oo Y Pb ER L R 1 Turn off your HDTV and cable satellite box 2 Connect the component cables green blue and red from your cable satellite box to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables white and red from your cable satellite box to the COMPONENT L and R Audio jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on your HDTV and cable satellite box 5 Select Comp using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the COMP button on the remote control Using S Video Better OC AV S VIDEO e 00 1 Turn off your HDTV and cable satellite box 2 Connect the S VIDEO cable from your cable satellite box to the S VIDEO jack on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables white and red on your cable satellite box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on your HDTV and cable satellite box 5 Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control Version 9 16 2009 19 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Using Composite Video Compatible Cable Satellite Box R AV S VIDEO 000 1 Turn off your HDTV and cable satellite box 2 Connect the video cable yellow from your cable satellite box to the AV jack yellow on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables white and red from your cable satellite box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jack
59. ovided below The refund will be the purchase price actually paid by the purchaser less a ten percent 10 restocking fee per each item returned Shipping and handling are not refundable The return authorization number must first be obtained from VIZIO s Customer Service by emailing CustomerSupport QVIZIO com or by calling 949 428 2525 6 00AM to 9 00PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 10 00AM to 2 00PM Pacific Time Saturday and Sunday Please note that holiday hours may vary For up to date information please visit www VIZIO com Products must be returned to the address specified by VIZIO Customer Service and must be shipped in the original packaging with freight prepaid to VIZIO and must be received in new and unused condition The return authorization number must be included in the packaging VIZIO reserves the right to assess fees for any damaged or missing parts in addition to the ten percent 10 restocking fee Return authorization numbers are valid for only fifteen 15 days from issuance The customer is responsible for and must prepay all shipping charges and shall assume all risk of loss or damage to the product while in transit to VIZIO If the product is returned to VIZIO i without a VIZIO return authorization number and or ii beyond the fifteen 15 day period and or ili without proper packaging VIZIO retains the right to refuse delivery of such return or may return the unit to the customer at the customer s expense
60. phone at 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 or via postal mail at VIZIO Technical Support 39 Tesla Irvine CA 92618 You must provide the model serial number and date of purchase VIZIO Technical Support is available from 6 00AM to 9 00PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 10 00AM to 2 00PM Pacific Time Saturday and Sunday Please note that holiday hours may vary For up to date information please visit www VIZIO com VIZIO reserves the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if defects or damages are covered by this limited warranty In case of a claim that is not covered by this warranty you will be contacted to determine whether VIZIO should repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to you as received by the service technician or service center Parts and service labor that are VIZIO s responsibility under this limited warranty will be provided without charge All other service is at the customer s expense VIZIO reserves the right to charge the customer for any service call for anything not covered by this limited warranty Before you ask for warranty service please review your User Manual You may avoid a service call and a service charge Please refer to the reverse side of this page for additional information regarding how to obtain warranty service PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover the following cosmetic de
61. put Version 9 16 2009 31 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual To make your own custom label Select nput Source and then press OK to show the list of inputs Press V to select the input label you want to change and then press OK Press V to select Custom Label and then press OK Use the on screen keyboard and begin typing in a new label name Press V to select OK when you have finished changing the names of the input labels dd Now when you press INPUT you will see the new name you assigned Parental Controls If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing you can do this by turning on the Parental Control Selected programs movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV VIZIO 4 Parental Controls To select the options in the Parental sub menu press OK and then create MEST 4 Off and or enter a password Channel Locks i _USA TV Note The Parental menu does not appear when the input mode is set to MAA HDMI CAN English A new menu will be displayed showing the following Parental settings CAN French Block Unrated Shows Rating Enable Change PIN Select from ON or OFF If set to OFF you will not be able to set the MAS le US TV US Movie Canadian English or Canadian French Ratings Channel Locks Enable Content Control Block individual channels from being displayed USA TV Note When Rating Enabl
62. r pressing the INFO button on the remote control Daylight Saving Setting the daylight saving time for your area will ensure that the correct time is shown after pressing the INFO button on the remote control Today s Date Manually set the date when Auto Update is set to OFF Current Time Manually set the time when Auto Update is set to OFF Auto Update When set to ON the date and time are automatically set by the TV system When set to OFF you can manually adjust Today s Date and Current Time Audio Settings Menu Audio Mode VIZIO Choose from Flat Rock Pop Classic or Jazz 4 Audio Settings Audio Mode 4 Flat gt Note The Audio Mode adjustment will only be available when SRS BEH Z O TruSurroundHD is set to Off TV Speakers Off Balance Advanced Audio Adjust the sound to the left or the right Equalizer Settings Reset Audio Mode TV Speakers Turn the internal speakers On or Off You may want to turn the internal speakers off when listening to the audio through your Home Theater System Select Audio Mode Flat Rock Pop etc Y B www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Optical Audio Out This option allows selection of the type of processing for the SPDIF Optical connector when used with a Home Theater system Select to choose from Auto or Force PCM Advanced Audio VIZIO SRS TruSurround HD 4 Advanced Audio This option sets the SRS True Surround HD surround sound SRS TruSurround HD
63. s on your HDTV 4 Turn on your HDTV and cable satellite box 5 Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control Using Coaxial Antenna Compatible COAXIAL 1 Turn off the power to your HDTV 2 Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV TV connector on your HDTV 3 Turn on the power to your HDTV 4 Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control 5 Perform an Auto Channel scan See Adjusting Your HDTV TV Settings for more information Y s www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI Best DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results To maintain image quality use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable This cable is available in 6 15 and 30 foot lengths See www VIZIO com or call 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 for details Turn off your HDTV and DVD player Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input on your HDTV Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player Select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP encr
64. search for TV channels that are available in your area Be sure to first select the correct tuner mode above The TV will search for analog and digital channels When the search is done press OK to begin watching your programs Additive Scan Only new Channels are added to the channel lineup when scanning for channels VIZIO 4 Tuner Settings Tuner Mode Auto Channel Scan Additive Scan Skip Channel Analog MTS Digital MTS English Press OK to go to the previous screen Y oa www VIZIO com Antenna Stereo VIZIO 4 Channel Scan Channels Found Digital 0 Analog 0 0 Complete Done Cancel the scan VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Skip Channel After the TV has stored all of the available digital channels in memory you will find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably or they may be channels you do not want to see Press OK to select the channel to be skipped when using the CHA or CH buttons An X will appear in channels you have selected to 0 0 T9319 skip You will still be able to select this channel using the number 0 7 de buttons on the remote control 0 1 Test 2 Analog MTS o 0 2 Test4 This feature allows you to select the different languages the RZEZ A a 0 3 Test5 broadcaster is transmitting the audio with the program you are PRZEZE Z watching This signal is usually Spanish Choose from Mono Stereo or SAP Digital MTS This feature allows you to select the different lan
65. t personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone For more information on warranty service or repair after the warranty period please contact our Support Department at the number below Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO s commitment to service excellence For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone Email techsupport VIZIO com 877 698 4946 Fax 949 585 9563 Hours of operation Monday Friday 6 am to 9 pm Saturday Sunday 8 am to 4 pm Please have your VIZIO model number serial number and date of purchase available before you call VIZIO Address 39 Tesla Irvine CA 92618 USA Telephone 888 849 4623 949 428 2525 Fax 949 585 9514 Web www VIZIO com Version 9 16 2009 41 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Compliance Caution Always use a power cable that is properly grounded Please use the AC cords listed below for each area USA UL Canada CSA Germany VDE UK BASE BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
66. ted within approximately 3 to 5 business days pending availability of these factors If it is determined the product can not be repaired on site the customer will be required to ship the unit to VIZIO s service center per the below warranty replacement procedure VIZIO is not responsible for the de installation or re installation of the product However some standard installation may be performed during the on site repair at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions Warranty Replacement Procedure Warranty Replacement generally is performed on displays which are determined to be economically unrepairable If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a repair is not economically possible based on certain manufacturing defects in materials and or workmanship and or at VIZIO s option and sole discretion the customer will be provided with a return authorization number and replacement instructions Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty For displays forty two inches 42 and larger VIZIO will generally cover the transportation charges to perform an on site swap of the original unit with the replacement unit For displays under
67. the AC socket Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source Check the connections of external devices that may be connected to your HDTV If your HDTV is connected to a computer press any button on your keyboard to wake your computer If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window You see a distorted picture or You may be getting interference from electrical appliances cars motorcycles hear unusual sound or fluorescent lights If you have not mounted it on the wall try moving your HDTV to another location to see if this is the cause of the problem The picture has abnormal Check the connections of external devices that may be connected to your patterns HDTV Make sure the specifications of external devices meet the specifications of your HDTV i e resolution If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window The display image does not If you are in RGB mode Computer make sure that H Size and V Position in cover the entire screen the on screen menu are set correctly If you are using TV AV1 AV2 or Component with 480i input press WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes You
68. tton on the remote control to select a different input source e f you are using cable connected directly to the TV or an antenna scan for channels from the Tuner menu in the on screen menu No power Make sure the power button is ON VIZIO logo glows white Make sure AC DC power adapter is securely connected to the AC socket Plug another electrical device to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is working No sound Press Volume Up on the remote control Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON Check your audio settings The audio may be set to SAP or the speakers are set to off Make sure that headphones are not connected Check the audio connections of external devices that may be connected to your HDTV If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window If the screen is black Make sure the power button is ON VIZIO Logo glows white Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source Check the connections of external devices that may be connected to your HDTV Power is ON but there is no Make sure all cables attached to your HDTV are connected to the correct output image on the screen on the external device Adjust brightness contrast or backlight Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input sour
69. ur ADTY M wki d tia 9 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS nrrnnnennnennnnennnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnvnnnunnne 10 PIOREP AVM ERROR ROM NH 10 Rear Panel Connections rarrrnarnnnnnnnernnnnrnnnrnnnnnnnnernannnnnsnnnrnnunenunennunenanennannnasennennnusenunveneseneseenenenesennseene 11 GHAPTER 3 VIZIU REMOTE CONTROL mazos 12 Installing the Batteries ccc cccccsccesescecesscecsececeucensueeecececeeseseueeseueeeseeseseueeseuecessesesaeeeseneeeeeesenentengeess 12 Remote Control RANG Sivad T TT 12 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions rrrrarrnnnrnnanennnrnnnneranernnrnnanennnennasnnunennnsnnunennnennunenunennennnunennnennunennne 12 Remote Control BUTTONS iia a 13 DHAPIER 4 OGEITNG TNT 14 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME eese rennen nnn nnn nnn nnn nnn 15 will ao Le 6 Dog NITE TO TT 15 WV UU GIVI A TV aree A UU m 15 mi Sy IB PLET 16 Viewing Digital TV Program Information sessi nennen nennen nnne nnne nnns 16 A E En A A a 16 CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT sesnnernnnennnennnnnnnnennnennnnennnennnnnnnnennnnnnnnennnennnnennnennnnnnnnennnennnnennne 17 Which Video Connection Should Use occcoccccnncconccocncocnconcncncnconnccnnnnonnoonrnonnnnonnonnrnnnnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnnos 17 Using HOMI IDE PONERET RII E I 18
70. w is shown 3 When using the TV input press the channel buttons on the remote control or the CH A or V buttons to change the channel The Channel buttons and on the remote control control will not work if you are watching a program using HDMI Component or AV S Video or Composite inputs Version 9 16 2009 15 www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Pause Live TV PLT This feature allows you to pause the digital program being watched either from your cable service without set top box or from an antenna and resume watching it at the point the program was paused Connect a USB 2 0 device with a minimum of 1 GB of memory and use the following buttons on the remote control to operate this feature e Il pauses the live program and starts recording for up to 29 minutes A count down timer will be displayed e b resumes the playback e PP and 44 skips forward and rewinds in 15 second increments e MH exits back to live TV You can also press TV AV COMP or HDMI to exit this feature directly to the different inputs Note The connected USB device must e Have a minimum 1 GB of memory e Be formatted as FAT32 e Have awrite speed higher than 10Mb sec e Be blank contain no other files Viewing Digital TV Program Information INFO Button When the channel is changed or when you press the INFO button an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds Each press of the INFO button will display more i
71. you use a HDMI or component cable connection for high definition image quality 8 COMPONENT Y Pb Cb Pr Cr with L R Audio Connect component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here 9 AV S VIDEO Connect composite or S Video video devices such as a VCR or game console Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source 10 AUDIO OUT OPTICAL When digital TV is selected for viewing the audio associated with the programming will be available on the SPDIF Optical connector for connection to a VIZIO Sound Bar or your home theater system 11 Headphones Connect your personal headphones here N Version 9 16 2009 11 Y www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control Make sure that you match the and symbols on the batteries with the and symbols inside the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries Only use the specified AAA batteries die Do not mix new and old batteries This may result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury Dispose of batteries according to local hazardous waste regulatio
72. ypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI Turn off your HDTV and DVD player 2 Using a HDMI DVI cable connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 Input on your HDTV 3 Connect the audio cables white and red from the DVI audio output jacks on the DVD player to the adjacent HDMI 2 L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV 4 Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player 5 Select HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control Version 9 16 2009 21 W www VIZIO com VIZIO VM190XVT VM230XVT User Manual Using Component Video Better pe pm Hai 1 5 000 oo Y Pb Pr L R Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player Connect the component cable green blue and red from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV Connect the audio cables white and red from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player Select Comp using the INPUT button on the remote control or directly by pressing the COMP button on the remote control Using S Video Better PN BS o AV S VIDEO i DVD O Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player

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