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1. 4 When a channel is unlocked the Lock icon appears unlocked The channel is accessible 35 Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children and at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences You may not want to block the channel completely using a channel lock but you may wish to block certain programs from being viewed For a list of content ratings and their definitions visit www tvguidelines org To block or unblock content by its rating 1 From the Parental Controls menu highlight the content type you want to adjust and press OK USA TV USA television program broadcasts USA Movie USA movie broadcasts CAN English Canadian English television program broadcasts CAN French Canadian French television program broadcasts 2 For each rating type you want to block or unblock use the Up Down and Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the rating type and press OK 3 When the rating type is blocked the Lock icon appears locked Content with this and all higher ratings cannot be viewed 4 When the rating type is unblocked the Lock icon appears unlocked Content with this and all lower ratings can be viewed If you want to block all unrated content highlight Block Unrated Shows and use the Arrow buttons on the remote to select On 5 When you are finished adjusting the rating level blocks p
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3. 3D TB Displays top bottom 3D Sensio Displays Sensio 3D 4 The TV displays 3D viewing mode enabled Please wear 3D glasses Put on your 3D glasses CHANGING THE INPUT SOURCE CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO External devices such as DVD players Blu Ray Players and video The TV can display images in four different modes Normal game consoles can be connected to your TV To use one of these Panoramic Wide and Zoom Each mode displays the picture devices with yourTV you must first change the input source in the differently on screen menu 5 To change the screen aspect ratio To change the input device g P 1 Press the L button on the 1 Press the INPUT button on remote oo the remote The input menu is Normal displayed TV 2 Use the Arrow buttons to highlight the aspect ratio you oO 2 Use the Up Down Arrow 0 wish to view and press OK PASSES A on the remote Le COMP Normal preserves the ighlight the Input you wish aes is to view and press OK The connie original aspect LI cai ratio Since the 4 3 aspect selected Input is displayed ratio is not large enough Wide HDMI 1 to fill the TV s screen black bars are added to the left EI and right of the display Zoom HDMI 2 image Piki Panoramic expands the display image to fill the screen SS Images may appear wider than intended If you are HDMI 3 watching widescreen 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 content black bars will still appear on the top and bottom of
4. Highlight Reset TV to Factory Defaults and press OK 5 Enter your parental control passcode If you have not yet set up a parental passcode enter the default 0000 The TV displays Select Reset to return to default factory settings 6 Highlight Reset and press OK 7 Wait for the TV to turn off The TV will turn back on shortly afterward and the Setup App will begin Performing a Service Check When instructed by service personnel you may need to perform a Service Check The Service Check is used as a troubleshooting tool Only perform a Service Check when instructed by service personnel USING THE GUIDED SETUP MENU Using Guided Setup The TV s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or to connect the TV with your network To access guided setup 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is VIZIO A displayed lt Guided Setup Tuner Setup 2 Highlight Guided Setup and Network Setup _ press OK SS 3 Highlight the guided setup you want to access and press OK Tuner Setup Set up the TV tuner Network Setup Connect the TV to your network 4 Follow the on screen instructions When finished press the EXIT button on the remote 40 USING THE INFO WINDOW The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time to display channel and input information Press the INFO or GUIDE button two t
5. Normal the remote to highlight Color Red Gain om 128 Temperature then press OK Gener 128 The Color Temperature menu is displayed Blue Gain 128 Red Offset _ 128 3 Use the Arrow buttons on Cr Gist ioe the remote to highlight Color Blue Offset 128 Temperature then use the Left Right Arrow buttons to change the color temperature preset Cool produces a blue hued picture Computer optimizes the picture for use as a PC monitor Normal is optimized for television viewing Custom allows you to manually change each of the color temperature settings Reset Color Temperature Red Green Blue Gain Adjusts the amount of each color in the display Red Green Blue Offset Adjusts the position of each color in the display 4 If you want to reset the color temperatures to the factory default settings highlight Reset Color Temperature and press OK Highlight Yes then press OK 5 When you have finished adjusting the color temperature press the EXIT button on the remote Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings To adjust the advanced picture settings 1 From the Picture menu use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight More then press OK VIZIO amp Use the Arrow buttons on the Advanced Picture remote to highlight Advanced Auto Brightness Control Medium Picture then press OK The Black Detail Medium Advanced Picture menu is Smart Dimming On displayed Smooth Motion Effect Off R
6. Page Information View Folders If your USB thumb drive has more files than can be displayed on a single screen the page information is displayed here VIDEO PLAYER Folder Contents Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder You can browse between files using the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote Back Button Highlight and press OK to return to left column Current Folder Displays the folder path Connected Sources Displays yma mens connected USB USBT devices Current Folder root Start Fullscreen Slideshow gt Start Slideshow Sort by Name or Date sort View Thumbnails Folders view Thumbnails Adjust Slideshow Settings View Music Files _ Browse Music File Name D 1920x1080 Resolution 1920x1080 Size 1607270KB Page 1 of 1 Photo Information Displays name resolution and file size for currently selected photo Page Information If your USB thumb drive has more files than can be displayed on a single screen the page information is displayed here PHOTO VIEWER VIZIO Internet Apps VIA delivers popular online content to your Using the Hot Keys TV VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies Use the following colored buttons on the remote to perform and TV shows
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9. may vary slightly from those shown Remote Control with Batteries 4 x M5 14mm Phillips Screws 4 x M 18mm Phillips Screws PACKAGE CONTENTS INSTALLING THE TV After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package contents you can begin installing the TV Your TV can be installed in two ways On a flat surface using the included stand On a wall using a VESA standard wall mount not included Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the TV and keep it from falling over However the TV can still fall over if It is placed on an uneven unstable or non level surface It is pushed pulled or otherwise improperly moved If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly secured TV ON STAND To install the base 1 Itis recommended that two people take part in the base installation Remove any plastic wrapping from the TV and the stand Place the TV screen down on a clean flat surface To prevent scratches or damage to the screen place the TV on a soft surface such as a blanket Align the Neck piece with the Base Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the four 4 included M5 x 14mm Phillips screws into the holes on the bottom of the Base Installing the TV on a Wall To mount your TV on a wall you will need a wall mount Consult the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model BACK OF
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11. system information 5 When you are finished reviewing the system information press the EXIT button on the remote Changing the Names of the Inputs To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to the inputs on your TV you can rename the inputs For example if you have a DVD player connected to the Component input you can rename that input to display DVD Player To change the name of an input 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is VIZIO e displayed Remit Input Source TV 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the Input Labels TV remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is TV displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the a b c dle f glhli remote to highlight Name jiklomnopar Input and press OK The Name OUEN Input menu is displayed 1 2 3 4 5 617 8 9 4 com Space 4 Highlight Input Source and press OK Highlight the input you want to rename and press OK Select input source 5 If you would like to use a preset input label highlight Input Labels and press OK Highlight the input label you want to use and press OK If you would like to name the input yourself highlight the field below Input Labels and enter your custom label using the on screen keyboard and press OK 6 When you have finished naming your input press the EXIT button on the remote 34 Using the Parental Controls The TV s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certa
12. the display Note Inputs may vary by TV image This option is only available when the TV is displaying a 480i 480p source Wide stretches a 4 3 aspect ratio picture to the edges of the screen Since the picture is being stretched the display image may appear distorted If the program is already formatted for widescreen viewing 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 then black bars will appear on the top and bottom of the display image Zoom expands images with black bars to fit the screen 20 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions To adjust the picture settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu VIZIO 2 is displayed peue Picture Mode Standard Use the Arrow buttons on the Backlight 50 remote to highlight Picture Brightness 50 and press OK The Picture Contrast a 50 menu is displayed Color m 50 Tint 0 Use the Arrow buttons on Sharpness o the remote to highlight More Picture Mode then use the Left Right Arrow buttons to change the picture mode Standard mode sets the various picture settings to values that will produce the best picture in the most cases This is the recommended setting o wo Bright Room sets the picture settings to values perfect for watching a movie in a brightly lit room Dark Room sets the picture settings to values perfect for watching a movie in a dark room Retail mode sets the picture setting
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14. 2 Highlight Off or 10 min and press OK Press EXIT 26 USING THE NETWORK CONNECTION MENU Your TV is internet ready featuring both an Ethernet port and built in high speed Wireless N Connecting to a Wireless Network To connect to a wireless network whose network name SSID is being broadcast A If your TV is connected to a network with an Ethernet cable you will not see the wireless network connection menu You must disconnect the Ethernet cable to set up a wireless network connection 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Network and press OK The Network menu is displayed If you do not see your wireless network displayed highlight More Access Points and press OK The More Access Points menu which is a list of available wireless networks is displayed Highlight the name of your wireless network this is the network s SSID and press OK Using the on screen keyboard enter your network s password then highlight Connect and press OK VIZIO A Network Wired Connection Wireless Access Points Disconnected Manual Setup Hidden Network Test Connection Press the EXIT button on the remote Changing the Manual Setup Settings Advanced users can fine tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature Connecting to a Hidden Network To connect to a wireless network whose network name SSID is n
15. Add Analog Channel menu is displayed Highlight Enter Channel and use the Number Pad on the remote to enter the number of the channel you are adding Highlight Add Channel and press OK The TV scans for the channel When the TV is done scanning for the channel press the EXIT button on the remote VIZIO 1 Add Analog Channel Enter Channel Add Channel 30 Skipping Channels After a channel scan is completed you may find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably There may also be some channels you do not want to view You can remove these channels from the TV s memory with the Skip Channel feature A Channels that have been removed with the Skip Channel feature can still be viewed if the channel is entered using the Number Pad If you wish to completely block a channel from being viewed use the parental controls See Using the Parental Controls on page 34 To remove a channel 1 From the Tuner menu highlight VIZIO A Skip Channel and press OK Skip Channel The Skip Channel menu is 0 Test 0 x displayed 01 Test 1 x 2 For each channel you wish eal dials 0 Test 3 x to remove use the Up Down ae y 5 Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the channel and CSTE x press OK An X appears to the right of each channel you select 3 When you have selected alll of the channels you wish to remove press the EXIT button on the remote Gv Changing the Au
16. Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Reset Picture Mode then press OK The TV displays Are you sure you want to RESET Picture Settings to the factory defaults 3 Highlight Yes and press OK 4 Press the EXIT button on the remote ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS To adjust the audio settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is VIZIO had displayed Audio Balance et 0 Use the Arrow buttons on the Lip Sync o remote to highlight Audio and TV Speakers On press OK The Audio menu is LES On displayed Volume Leveling On Use the Arrow buttons to Digital Audio Out PCM highlight the setting you wish Analog Audie Qu med to adjust then press Left Right Equalizer semings Arrow buttons to change the Rasat Audio Mode setting Balance Adjusts the loudness of the audio output from the left and right speakers Lip Sync Adjusts the syn chronization between the display image and the o w accompanying audio track TV Speakers Turns the built in speakers on or off Note When TV speakers are set to On DTS signals cannot be passed through digital audio outputs Surround Sound DTS Studio Sound is a feature rich surround sound solution which delivers an immersive surround sound experience from the TV s internal speakers Additionally Studio Sound completes the entertainment experience by maintaining a steady volume while watching programming and movies providing deep rich bass
17. B Connect USB thumb drive to play photo music or video Component Composite Connect component or composite device HDMI Connect HDMI device Optical Audio Out Connect optical SPDIF audio device such as home audio receiver HDMI Connect HDMI device Stereo Audio Out Connect RCA audio device such as sound bar Coaxial Connect coaxial cable from cable satellite or antenna Ethernet Connect Ethernet cable from home network BACK PANEL POWER Hold to turn TV off or on INPUT Change input source SIDE PANEL REMOTE SENSOR amp POWER INDICATOR When using the remote aim it directly at this sensor FRONT PANEL INPUT Change the currently displayed input A V CONTROLS Control USB media player EXIT Close the on screen menu OK Select the highlighted option BACK Go to the previous on screen menu VOLUME UP DOWN Increase or decrease loudness of the audio MUTE Turn the audio off or on HOT KEYS Perform functions within an on screen menu or app WIDE Change the display mode NUMBER PAD Manually enter a channel APP LAUNCHER Quickly launch the pictured app POWER Turn TV on or off MENU Display the on screen menu INFO Display the info window ARROW Navigate the on screen menu GUIDE Display the info window CHANNEL UP DOWN Change the channel V BUTTON Open the VIZIO Internet Apps Plus VIA Plus dock LAST Return t
18. Content LOCKS sis Changing the On Screen Menu Language Setting the Time Zone Adjusting the CEC Settings Turning the Power Indicator On or Off Using the Reset amp Admin Menu Resetting the TV Settings Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings Performing a Service Check Using the Guided Setup Menu Using Guided Setup Using the Info Window Using the USB Media Player s s 42 Using the USB Media Player Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV sa Playing USB Media Using VIZIO Internet Apps Using the VIA Dock x Using th Hat KYE sereine eE aaea How to VIEW 3 Dis cisesesssics ceca suvacivndsvannsndsiaacumacnnaed HOW Theater SD WOKS ssacscasccccasssissscascissisissasssessamaateisssartiee What You Need to View 3D Content Watching Blu ray 3D Content sa Getting Ihe Best 3D PICIU o siso Incorrect 3D Viewing Distance and Angle eeeesse 48 Correct 3D Viewing Distance and Angle 48 Troubleshooting amp Technical Support SOS CMC OMONS inner snrdunserinsecrenseee mms 2 LTS Wamani is cccuscesncesscesscenisscecsenssvesemvanssions 54 Legal amp Complianee sis us 55 Installing the TV INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS Before installing your new TV take a moment to inspect the package contents Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged VIZIO LED HDTV with Stand Quick Start Guide Power Cord Theater 3D Glasses Glasses
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20. NS LET US HELP YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORT The VIZIO support team is highly trained and is based in the United States We can help with New Product Setup Connecting Your Devices Technical Problems And More Phone 877 878 4946 TOLL FREE Email techsupport VIZlIO com Web www VIZIO com support Hours of operation Monday Friday 5 AMTO 9 PM PST Saturday Sunday 8 AMTO 4 PM PST We speak English Se habla Espanol Nous parlons Fran ais 49 The TV displays No Signal Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source If you are using cable TV satellite or antenna connected directly to the TV scan for channels See Scanning for Channels on page 29 There is no power Ensure the TV is plugged into a working electrical outlet Ensure the power cable is securely attached to the TV Press the Power Standby button on the remote or on the side of the TV to turn the TV on The power is on but there is no image on the screen Ensure all cables are securely attached to the TV Ensure all devices are connected correctly Devices differ see your device s user manual for details Adjust Brightness Contrast or Backlight See Adjusting the Picture Settings on page 21 Press the INPUT button on the remote to select a different input source 50 There is no sound Press Volume Up on the remote control Pres
21. Power Consumption Standby Power Zero Bright Pixel Guarantee M501d A2 RCA Analog Stereo Output Optical Digital English Spanish French Yes XRT510 UL FCC Class B HDMI 1 4 Dolby Digital Plus Energy Star 120V 60 Hz 82W lt 1W Yes 53 M551d A2 RCA Analog Stereo Output Optical Digital English Spanish French Yes XRT510 UL FCC Class B HDMI 1 4 Dolby Digital Plus Energy Star 120V 60 Hz 91W lt 1W Yes M651d A2 RCA Analog Stereo Output Optical Digital English Spanish French Yes XRT510 UL FCC Class B HDMI 1 4 Dolby Digital Plus Energy Star 120V 60 Hz 104W lt 1W Yes Limited Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year of non commercial usage and ninety 90 days of commercial use If a Product covered by this warranty is determined to be defective within the warranty period VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product at its sole option and discretion To obtain warranty service contact VIZIO Technical Support via e mail TechSupport VIZIO com or via phone at 877 MY VIZIO 877 698 4946 from 6 00AM to 9 00PM Monday through Friday and 8 00AM to 4 00PM Saturday and Sunday Pacific Time or visit www VIZIO com PRE AUTHOR IZATION MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE
22. RC setup your TV will transmit audio signal from the built in tuner and VIA apps to your home audio receiver through a separate audio connection RCA Audio Your Home Audio Receiver Hom Your Blu Ray Player 15 With HDMI ARC Built in Tuner Your TV Your Home Audio Receiver Hom Your Blu Ray Player VIZIO Internet Apps With an HDMI ARC setup the audio connection between your TV and Home Audio Receiver can be removed The HDMI cable will transmit audio signal to and from your TV with an all digital audio video connection CONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORK Your TV is internet ready It can be connected to your home network with a Wired or Wireless connection Connecting to a Wired Network Best 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to your router and to the Ethernet port on the back of the TV See below 2 Use the Guided Network Setup to configure the TV See Using the Guided Setup Menu on page 40 Connecting to a Wireless Network 1 Ensure you have a router or modem broadcasting as high speed wireless signal 802 11n recommended 2 Use the Guided Network Setup to configure the TV See Using the Guided Setup Menu on page 40 Ethernet Cable Router Modem Completing the First Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV the Setup App will guide 4 Use the OK and Up Down you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV Arrow buttons on the r
23. SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER Proof of purchase in the form of a purchase receipt or copy thereof is required to show that a Product is within the warranty period Parts and Labor There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period Replacement parts and Products may be new or recertified at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Replacement parts and Products are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety 90 days from warranty service or replacement whichever is greater Type of Service Defective Products must be sent to a VIZIO service center to obtain warranty service VIZIO is not responsible for transportation costs to the service center but VIZIO will cover return shipping to the customer PRE AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCTTO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Product returns to VIZIO s service centers must utilize either the original carton box and shipping material or packaging that affords an equal degree of protection VIZIO Technical Support will provide instructions for packing and shipping the covered Product to the VIZIO service center Limitations and Exclusions VIZIO s one year limited warranty only covers defects in materials and workmanship This warranty does not cover for example cosmetic damage normal wear and tear improper operation improper voltage supply or power surges signal issues damages from shipping acts
24. T NOTICE CHECK WWW VIZIO COM FOR THE MOST CURRENT VERSION Personal Data If your VIZIO product is capable of storing personal data and other information ALL CONTENTS AND INFORMATION WILL BE DELETED IN THE COURSE OF SOME IN HOME AND ALL SHIP IN WARANTY SERVICE If this occurs your product will be restored to you configured as originally purchased You will be responsible for restoring all applicable data and passwords Recovery and reinstallation of user data is not covered under this Limited Warranty In order to protect your personal information VIZIO recommends that you always clear all personal information from the unit before it is serviced regardless of the servicer Zero Bright Pixel Defect Guarantee This policy covers zero bright pixel defects for the duration of the limited ONE YEAR WARRANTY on select new product purchases To determine if this guarantee applies to your product refer to the DETAILS tab of the model s product information page www VIZIO com or look for the zero bright pixel guarantee on the box Legal amp Compliance 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 a
25. TV Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting To prevent Q injury or damage to the TV ask someone to help you M501d A2 M551d A2 M651d A2 Screw Size M6 M M Screw Pitch 1 00mm 1 00mm 1 00mm Screw Length 12mm 12mm 12mm Hole Pattern 300mm x 400mm x 400mm x ji 300mm 400mm 400mm 4 Align the Stand with the back of the TV Use a Phillips Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the screwdriver to insert and tighten the four 4 included weight of the TV After you have determined that you have the correct mount for your TV you can begin the installation M6 x 18mm Phillips screws into the holes on the back of the TV 5 When you are finished place the TV on a stable level surface To install your TV on a wall 1 Disconnect any cables connected to your TV 2 Place the TV face down on a clean flat stable surface Be sure the surface is clear of debris that can scratch or damage the TV 3 Remove the base by loosening and removing the screws 4 Attach your TV and wall mount to the wall carefully following the instructions that came with your mount Use only with a UL listed wall mount bracket rated for the weight load of this TV See Appendix B Specifications for the weight of this TV For some wall mounts you may want to use cables with right angle connectors This allows the TV to rest WALL MOUNT SCREW LOCATION closer to the wall US
26. UNICATION 2 0 5 1 DIGITAL AUDIO B E ST PCM DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL SPDIF CABLE BETTER bors piena s 1 cHannet ET RCA CABLE ANALOG STEREO CONNECTION GOOD 2 0 CHANNEL Les CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE AUDIO CABLE TYPES RCA CABLE AV cables or Composite cables are the traditional way of connecting your devices to your audio device Audio signals are sent over the red and white connectors Quality Stereo Connection 2 0 Channel Analog Connection Audio Signal Only O GOOD OPTICAL SPDIF CABLE Optical SPDIF cables transmit audio signals as pulses of light through a cable made of plastic fibers Audio signals are digitally transmitted between devices PCM Stream Lossless Dolby Digital 5 1 Channel Digital Connection e Audio Signal Only Optical SPDIF BETTER 14 HDMI CABLE HDMI technology transmits crystal clear digital multi channel surround audio through a single HDMI cable Audio Return Channel enabled ARC TVs allow audio to be sent over an already connected HDMI cable eliminating the need for a separate audio cable See Connecting an Audio Device ARC on page 15 ARC 2 way Communication Auto setup PCM Dolby Digital 2 0 5 1 Scaleable Lossless Digital Audio Connection Audio and Video Signals HDMI BEST CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE ARC Without HDMI ARC Built in Tuner VIZIO Internet Apps Without an HDMI A
27. VIA Software License Agreement the VIA Software License Agreement shall control VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT EXPLAINS HOW YOU MAY USE THE VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS VIA TO ACCESS THIRD PARTY INTERNET PRODUCT OFFERINGS AND SERVICES VIA SERVICES AND THE VIZIO SOFTWARE INSTALLED ON YOUR VIZIO HD TV BY USING THE VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS YOU CONSENT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW AND YOU MAY SUBJECT TO THOSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS USE THE VIZIO SOFTWARE AND ACCESS THE VIA SERVICES 56 VIZIO SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT The following terms and conditions govern the use of any software on your VIZIO HD TV 1 General The software documentation and any fonts accompanying this License Agreement whether on disk in read only memory on any other media or in any other form collectively the VIZIO Software are licensed not sold to you by VIZIO Inc VIZIO for use only under the terms of this License Agreement and VIZIO reserves all rights not expressly granted to you The rights granted herein are limited to VIZIO s and its third party licensors intellectual property rights in the VIZIO Software and do not include any other patents or intellectual property rights You own the media on which the VIZIO Software is recorded or resides but VIZIO and or its licensor s retain ownership of the VIZIO Software itself The terms of this
28. VIZIO USER MANUAL Model M501d A2 M551d A2 amp M651d A2 ENERGY STAR This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved Changing the factory default picture settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating Sdts dts Studio Sound TruVolume For DTS patents see http patents dts com Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited DTS the Symbol amp DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks and DTS Studio Sound and DTS TruVolume are trademarks of DTS Inc DTS Inc All Rights Reserved DOLBY HDMI DIGITAL PLUS HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Welcom THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV To get the most out of your new VIZIO product read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure there are no missing or damaged poarts PRODUCT REGISTRATION To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO p
29. ach eye to see its intended image your brain is able to process the picture in the same way as any other object you see The final result is a stunning life like 3D picture WHAT YOU NEED TO VIEW 3D CONTENT To view 3D content you will need VIZIO Theater 3D HDTV 3D Blu ray player with a Blu ray 3D disc sold separately VIZIO Theater 3D Glasses 3D Ready HDMI cable sold separately ww Bluray m YOU WILL NEED 47 WATCHING BLU RAY 3D CONTENT To view Blu ray 3D content 1 Ensure you have the following equipment V Vv ZIO Theater 3D HDTV 3D Blu ray player with a Blu ray 3D disc sold separately ZIO Theater 3D Glasses 3D Ready HDMI cable sold separately 2 Ensure the 3D Blu ray player and your TV are connected with 3 Turn 4 Press he 3D Ready HDMI cable he 3D Blu ray player off Press the Power Standby button on the remote to turn the TV on the INPUT button on the remote and select the input to which the Blu ray player is connected HDMI 1 HDMI 2 etc 5 Turn he 3D Blu ray player on Insert the Blu ray 3D disc into he player 6 When the disc is loaded select the Play Movie option in the disc s main menu 7 The TV displays 3D Content detected Select YES to switch to 3D N O to display in 2D Highlight Yes and press OK 8 Put on your Theater 3D glasses and enjoy the movie GETTING THE BEST 3D PICTURE For the best 3D vi
30. and delivering crisp details and clear intelligible dialog Select On or Off 24 Volume Leveling DTS TruVolume maintains consistent volume levels during transitions between program content AV formats and input sources Digital Audio Out Changes the type of processing for the Optical output when connected to a home theater audio system Select PCM or Bitstream Analog Audio Out Sets the volume control properties for the analog RCA red white connectors when connected to a home theater audio system Select Variable to control the external speakers volume from the TV s volume controls or select Fixed to control the external speakers volume from your home theater system controls Equalizer Settings Adjusts the boost or attenuation of different frequencies Change the Audio Mode by selecting Flat Dynamic Center Bass Boost or Bright To change the equalizer settings yourself set EQ Mode to Advanced then adjust each frequency or set EQ Mode to Basic then adjust Bass and Treble settings Reset Audio Mode Restores the audio settings to the factory defaults See Resetting the Audio Settings on page 25 When you have finished adjusting the audio settings press the EXIT button on the remote Resetting the Audio Settings To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed Use the Arrow buttons on the re
31. asy to use on screen menu To open the on screen menu press the MENU button on the remote You can also open the on screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock then pressing OK From this menu you can Adjust the Picture settings VIZIO Adjust the Audio settings TV Settings Activate the Sleep Timer Picture Adjust the Network settings ee Adjust the Tuner settings ats Network Set up Closed Captioning Adjust TV Settings Devices Access the Guided Setup Co Seat GB Guided Setup Access the User Manual MES Vera o _2 19 NAVIGATING THE ON SCREEN MENU To open the on screen menu press the MENU button on the remote Use the Arrow buttons to highlight MENU a menu option and press the OK button to select that option INFO While navigating the on screen menu you can press the BACK button at any time to return to the previous menu screen The EXIT button will close the on screen menu CHANGING THE 3D MODE To correctly view 3D content you must set the 3D mode to match the 3D format of the content To change the 3D mode CUS 1 Press the 3D button on the m Ce remote The on screen menu is om m displayed 2 If viewing 2D content highlight 2D and press OK The menu closes If viewing 3D content highlight 3D and press OK Go to step 3 3 Select the 3D mode to match the content you are watching SBS Displays side by side
32. atus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operat
33. buttons on the Digital Closed Caption Off remote to highlight CC and Digital CC Style As Broadcast press OK The Closed Caption menu is displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the type of closed captions you wish to see Analog Closed Caption for analog NTSC TV channels Digital Closed Caption for digital ATSC TV channels 4 After highlighting the type of closed captions you wish to see use the Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote to select the caption channel you wish to display then press EXIT owo Caption channels usually display different languages For example CC1 may display English captions and CC2 may display Spanish captions S D NI a 32 Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference To change the appearance of digital closed captions 1 From the Closed Caption menu use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital CC Style and press OK 2 Use the Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote to select Custom The Digital CC Style menu appears VIZIO ka Digital CC Style Caption Style Font Style As Broadcast Text Size As Broadcast Color As Broadcast Opacity As Broadcast BG Color As Broadcast BG Opacity Window Color Window Opacity Custom As Broadcast 3 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the setting you wish to change then use the Left Right Arr
34. ce in the list and press OK 5 Highlight the type of media you wish to display Music Video Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV or Photo Press OK 1 Turn the TV off Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV 6 Use the Arrow buttons to highlight the file you want to display Press OK The file plays 2 Press the Power Standby button on the remote or hold the Power control on the side of the TV to turn it on X You can display your photos in fullscreen Select the photo press OK then highlight Fullscreen and press Do not remove the USB thumb drive while the TV is on OK Doing so may damage the drive 42 Now Playing Information Displays song title album title and artist name Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen Progress Bar Displays the duration of the current ly playing song The blue bar will lengthen as the song progresses Album Art If included on the USB thumb drive and associated with your music the album art will display Connected Sources VIZIO Fab Apple Dream Displays i I MiG On fete Mix Comp liver a USB USB1 MyFlashDrive 5 50 res ECS lt MyFlashDrive Audio root My Music raci Um uration FT Seminal Summer January Mix Comp JCheesy 242 Current Folder 2 Downspin January Mix Comp JCheesy 6 20 My Music 3 Fab Apple Dream January Mix C
35. dio Language Some digital free to air and cable channels broadcast programs in more than one language The TV s Analog Audio feature allows you to listen to audio in your preferred language Not all programs are broadcast in multiple languages The Analog Audio feature only works when the program being viewed is being broadcast in the language you select To use the Analog Audio feature 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Analog Audio and press OK VIZIO A The Analog Audio menu is lt Analog Audio displayed Mono Stereo 2 Select Mono Stereo or SAP secondary audio Ee programming Press OK 3 Press the EXIT button on the remote v2 31 To use the Digital Language feature 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Digital Language and press OK The Digital Language menu is displayed Select your preferred language English Frangais or Espanol Press OK Press the EXIT button on the remote VIZIO A d Digital Language English Fran ais Espa ol SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONING Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them Closed captions display a transcription of a program s dialogue If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast With closed captions the TV will not display them To activate or deactivate closed captions 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is VIZIO oe displayed Closed Caption Analog Closed Caption Off 2 Use the Arrow
36. e To perform an Auto Channel Scan 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Auto Channel Scan and press VIZIO A OK The auto channel scan 1 Channel Scan begins Channels found Digital 0 2 Wait until the channel scan is 100 complete Highlight Done and press OK Analog 19 18 Complete mm Cancel 3 Press the EXIT button on the remote Cancel the Scan 20 Adding New Channels Occasionally you may need to add a new analog channel or add a new range of channels You can do this by using the Partial Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options To add a range of new channels 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Partial Channel Search and press OK The Partial Channel Search menu is displayed 2 Highlight Scan Mode and select the type of channel you are adding Analog Digital Scan both Analog and Digital Analog or Digital 3 Highlight From Channel and enter the channel from which you want to begin the scan Use the Number Pad on the remote to enter the channel 4 Highlight To Channel and enter the channel to which you want to end the scan Use the Number Pad on the remote to enter the channel 5 Highlight Start and press OK The partial channel search begins 6 Wait until the partial channel search is 100 complete Highlight Done and press OK 7 Press the EXIT button on the remote To add a single new analog channel 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Add Analog Channel and press OK The
37. e TV from electrical appliances cars or fluorescent lights Ensure all cables are securely attached The display image does not cover the entire screen If you are using TV AV or Component with 480i input press the II button on the remote to change the screen mode The TV has pixels dots that are always dark or always lit Your HDTV is precision manufactured using an extremely high level of technology However sometimes pixels may not display correctly These types of occurrences are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product 51 I see noise or static on the screen When your TV s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal the signal is up converted improved to match your TV s display capabilities This up converting can sometimes cause irregularities in the image If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Ensure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window for the best signal When I change input source the volume changes TheTV remembers the volume level on each input source If the volume level on the new input source is higher or lower than the level on the source you switch from the difference may be noticeable Use the Volume Up Down buttons on the remote to adjust the volume When I change input source the display image changes size TheTV remembers
38. e normally or has been dropped Unplug the power cord before cleaning your TV When moving your TV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature condensation may form in the housing Wait before turning on your TV to avoid causing fire electric shock or component damage A distance of at least three feet should be maintained between your TV and any heat source such as a radiator heater oven amplifier etc Do not install your TV close to smoke Operating your TV close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of your TV and to protect it from overheating be sure these openings are not blocked or covered Do not place your TV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Never push any object into the slots and openings on your TV cabinet Do not place any objects on the top of your TV Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock Never spill liquids on your TV Your TV 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 Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV This may compromise the integrity of the display The manufacturer s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations Th
39. e power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage specified For more information contact your dealer When connected to a power outlet power is always flowing into your TV To totally disconnect power unplug the power cord The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un isolated dangerous voltage within the inside of your TV that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons Do not overload power strips and extension cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock The wall socket should be installed near your TV and easily accessible Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your TV Any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock Do not touch the power cord during lightning To avoid electric shock avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms Unplug your TV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time This will protect your TV from damage due to power surges Do not attempt to repair or service your TV 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 WARNING Keep your TV away from moisture Do not expose your TV to rain or moisture I
40. eady for use remote to read and accept the Terms of Service and Before you begin the first time setup Privacy Policy for Yahoo TV Your TV should be installed and the power cord Widgets should be connected to an electrical outlet Your devices should be connected at ae Naat se If you have a wireless network have the network on 9 94 QNSPIESS key ready g If you are connecting to your network with an Ethernet cable connect it to the Ethernet port on the TV 5 Select the name of your wireless network from the To complete the first time setup list of available networks 1 Press the Power Standby and press OK button on the remote The TV powers on and the Setup App starts Enter the network key using the on screen keyboard then highlight Connect and press OK 2 Use the Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Home Use and press OK 6 Enter your First Name Last Name Phone Number ZIP Code and E mail Address using the on screen keyboard 3 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Home Mode Setup and press OK Highlight Next and press OK 7 Use the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote to answer the question about your TV connection and then perform the channel scan 8 When you have finished the device setup highlight Exit to Live TV and press OK The First Time Setup is complete 18 Using the On Screen Menu Your TV features an e
41. educe Signal Noise Low Use the Arrow buttons to i Reduce a Noise Low highlight the setting you wish Film Mode Auto to adjust then press Left Right Arrow buttons to change the setting Auto Brightness Control The ambient light sensor detects the light levels in the room and automatically adjusts the backlight for the best picture Select Off Low Medium or High Black Detail Adjusts the o wo average brightness of the picture to compensate for large areas of brightness Select Off Low Medium or High Smart Dimming Improves the contrast ratio of the screen by adjusting the backlight intelligently Select On or Off Smooth Motion Effect Smooth Motion Effect activates Motion Estimation Motion Compensation ME MC to ensure that on screen motion is crisp and clear Select On or Off 23 Reduce Signal Noise Diminishes artifacts in the image caused by the digitizing of image motion content Select Off Low Medium or High Reduce Block Noise Reduces pixellation and distortion for mpeg files Select Off Low Medium or High Film Mode Optimizes the picture for watching film Select Auto or Off 4 When you have finished adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings press the EXIT button on the remote Resetting the Picture Settings To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings 1 From the Picture menu use the Arrow buttons to highlight More then press OK 2 Use the
42. ewing experience VIZIO recommends that you install the TV with the viewing distance and viewing angle in mind When viewing 3D content it is important that you view the TV straight on or some of the 3D effect may be lost For your TV VIZIO recommends M501d A2 M551d A2 amp M651d A2 Viewing Range 6 9 feet Optimal Distance A Incorrect 3D Viewing Distance and Angle In the example below two of the viewers are sitting too close to the TV for a good 3D effect In addition the child on the floor is not seeing the best possible picture because he she is looking up at the TV 8 feet Illustrations in this section are not drawn to scale They are for instructional purposes only The viewers in the example below are not seeing the best 3D picture Too Close Losing 3D Effects 48 Correct 3D Viewing Distance and Angle In the examples below all of the viewers are experiencing the best possible 3D picture quality In this example the viewers are sitting at a good distance They are viewing the TV straight on close to the ideal eye line They will experience good 3D quality a Best 3D Tilt Mounted In this example the viewers have mounted the TV on a Tilt Mount They are at the correct distance and they are viewing the TV straight on close to the ideal eye line They will experience good 3D picture quality Troubleshooting amp Technical Support A DO YOU HAVE QUESTIO
43. f water penetrates into your TV unplug the power cord and contact your dealer Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock Do not use your TV 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 TV yourself Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances If your TV 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 yourTV may cause fire or electric shock Do not install your TV in an area with heavy dust or high humidity Operating your TV in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock Follow instructions for moving your TV Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your TV When unplugging your TV hold the AC DC power adapter not the cord Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock When your TV will not be used for an extended period of time unplug the power cord To reduce risk of electric shock do not touch the connector with wet hands Insert batteries in accordance with instructions Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or
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45. imes to display the program title and closed captioning information Press the INFO or GUIDE button three times to display the program description Program Title CC Information Channel Input Information Oliver s Holiday Surprise Ch 50 123 CT DTV CABLE 11 00AM 12 00PM CC OFF English dolby Digitais stereo 7209 HD Oliver wakes up one morning only to discover that his pals are missing In this hour long holiday special Oliver goes on a journey in search of his pals Who knows what he ll encounter on the way Program Description DIGITAL EPISODE GUIDE amp INFO WINDOW 41 Using the USB Media Player USING THE USB MEDIA PLAYER Playing USB Media To play USB media you must first save your music or images onto The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to a USB thumb drive your TV and play music video or photos Remember The USB thumb drive must be formatted as FAT32 Files on the USB thumb drive must end in a supported file extension mp3 jpg etc The player is not designed to play media from external hard drives or mp3 players To play your USB media 1 Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV g CHD 2 Press the V Button on the remote 3 Highlight Mediaplayer by scrolling left and right using the Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote and press OK The highlighted App is in the center of the dock USB PORT 4 Highlight your USB devi
46. in channels or programs without a password Accessing the Parental Controls Menu To access the Parental Controls menu 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Parental Controls and press OK 4 Enter your parental passcode If you have not set a passcode enter the default 0000 The Parental Controls menu is displayed To set a custom parental passcode see Changing the Parental Control Passcode on page 36 Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings To manage program content according to its rating you must enable the Program Rating feature To enable or disable the Program Rating feature 1 From the Parental Controls menu highlight Rating Enable and press OK The Rating Enable menu is displayed 2 Select On or Off and press OK Locking and Unlocking Channels When a channel is locked it will be inaccessible Locking a channel is a good way to prevent children from viewing inappropriate material To lock or unlock a channel 1 From the Parental Controls menu highlight Channel Locks and press OK The Channel Locks menu is displayed 2 Highlight the channel you want to lock or unlock and press OK 3 When a channel is locked the Lock icon appears locked The channel is not accessible unless the parental passcode is entered
47. ing If the symptoms are severe or continue even after you have stopped watching 3D content consult a doctor content Children including teenagers may be more at risk of experiencing discomfort while watching 3D content and less likely to report symptoms Monitor children s 3D content viewing and watch for signs of discomfort A Take care to monitor children s watching of 3D seizures or strokes when viewing 3D images even if those conditions have not been previously diagnosed If you or anyone in your family has a history of seizures or strokes or if you have any other reason to think you or someone under your supervision may be susceptible to epileptic seizures or strokes consult a doctor before watching 3D content Some viewers may be susceptible to epileptic Even if you do not experience any of the above symptoms take regular breaks from watching 3D content TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTION 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 grou
48. less Network essessssessesserereneressens Completing the First Time Setup Using the On Screen Menu Navigating the On Screen Menu Changing the 3D Mode Changing the Input SOUICE onire ianea sanans 20 Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio s sssessssssererrseness 20 Adjusting the Picture Settings Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Adjusting the Color Temperature eessereserersessessirerseesess Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings Resetting the Picture Settings Adjusting the Audio Settings Resetting the Audio Settings Activating the Sleep Timer Setting the Auto Power Off Feature Using the Network Connection Menu Connecting to a Wireless Network Changing the Manual Setup Settings Connecting to a Hidden Network Testing Your Network Connection Using the Tuner Menu Selecting a Tuner Input Scanning for Channels Adding New Channels Skipping Channels Changing the Audio Language Setting Up Closed Captioning Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions 32 Changing the TV Settings Displaying System Information Changing the Names of the Inputs sss sssssrerrsnseesens 34 Using the Parental Controls Accessing the Parental Controls Menu Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Locking and Unlocking Channels Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating Changing the Parental Control Passcode Resetting the
49. listen to music get weather and news information common VIA tasks and more all on demand ear F Blue Change the size of the main display window when A high speed internet connection is required to an App is open in the sidebar receive product updates and to access online Red Exit from an open App or to close the App Dock content Green View settings for an open App See Connecting to your Network on page 16 if your TV is not yet connected to your home network USING THE VIA DOCK The VIA Dock is where all of your VIA Apps are accessed To use the VIA Dock and launch an App 1 Press the V Button on the remote 2 Highlight a VIA App by scrolling left and right using the Left Right Arrow buttons on the remote The highlighted App is in the center of the dock 3 Launch a VIA App by i ow id e De O el highlighting it and pressing the OK button on the remote YAHOO sports FANTASY FOOTBALL ETFLIX f facebook 46 HOW THEATER 3D WORKS Because our eyes have space between them when we look around we see two slightly different pictures We never notice because we are able to combine these pictures into one three dimensional image The VIZIO Theater 3D HDTV takes advantage of this phenomenon to create a stunning 3D image When displaying 3D content the 3D HDTV actually displays two separate images at the same time one for each eye Because Theater 3D glasses only allow e
50. lutions up to 480i Analog Connection Audio and Video Signals 000 GOOD COMPONENT CABLE Component cables are designed to carry high definition video signals along with additional audio connections Colors are delivered with color information split up three different ways over three connectors for video separated into Red Blue and Green signals and the left and right audio connectors Red and White HD Video Resolutions up to 1080i Analog Connection Audio and Video Signals 00000 L Pr Cr Pb Cb BETTER 12 HDMI CABLE HDMI is the intelligent all digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use HDMI technology transmits crystal clear digital video along with multi channel surround audio HDMI connected devices have the ability to automatically adjust themselves for optimal viewing HD Video Resolutions up to 1080P HD Audio Digital Connection Audio and Video Signals HDMI BEST CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE Your TV can output sound to an audio device such as a receiver or sound bar 1 Verify that your device has an audio port that matches an available port on the TV Optical RCA etc Turn the TV and your audio device off Connect the appropriate cable not included to the TV and the device Turn the TV and your device on e nn eo Home Audio Receiver VIZIO Sound Bar HDMI CABLE ARC 2 WAY COMM
51. mote to highlight Audio and press OK The Audio menu is displayed Use the Arrow buttons to highlight Reset Audio Mode and press OK The TV displays Are you sure you want to RESET Audio Settings to the factory defaults Highlight Yes and press OK Press the EXIT button on the remote 25 ACTIVATING THE SLEEP TIMER When activated the TV s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time To use the sleep timer 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is VIZIO A displayed S e Sleep Timer off 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the Auto Power Off 10 mins remote to highlight Timers and press OK The Timers menu is displayed 3 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Sleep Timer and press OK The Sleep Timer menu is displayed 4 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the period of time after which you want the TV to turn off 30 60 90 120 or 180 minutes If you don t want the sleep timer to activate change ALAN the setting to Off 5 Press OK then press EXIT Setting the Auto Power Off Feature To help save energy your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes if no signal is being displayed on the screen This feature can be deactivated To set the Auto Power Off feature 1 From the Sleep Timer menu use the Up Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Auto Power Off and press OK The Auto Power Off menu is displayed
52. nd if not installed and used in 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 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice 1 The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 2 Shielded interface cables and AC power cord if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits 3 The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment It is the responsibilities of the
53. nding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode Ground Clamp Electric Service Equipment 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 Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits Remember the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building installation Antenna Lead In Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC ART 250 part H Table of Contents Installing the TV a Inspecting the Package Contents Installing Ea a A E A Installing the TV Stand Installing the TV on a Wall Controls and Connections Back Panel SHAS PO ea AAE ATR Side Panel Front Panel Pomaro COMMON oriee aarre Replacing the Batteries ss Connecting Your Devices Connecting A Device Connecting a Device Audio and Video Cable Types Connecting an Audio Device Connecting an Audio Device Audio Cable Types Connecting an Audio Device ARC Without HDMI ARC WithHDMLARG es screen Annee dirais Connecting to your Network Connecting to a Wired Network Best Connecting to a Wire
54. o the channel last viewed 3D Turn on 3D Mode DASH Use with number pad to manually enter a digital sub channel For example 18 4 or 18 5 REMOTE CONTROL Replacing the Batteries 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Insert two batteries into the remote control Make sure that the and symbols on the batteries match the and symbols inside the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover 10 CONNECTING A DEVICE Your TV can be used to display output from most devices 1 Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV HDMI Component etc P Turn the TV and your device off w Connect the appropriate cable not included to the TV and the device 4 Turn the TV and your device on Set the TV s input to match the connection you used HDMI 1 HDMI 2 etc Cable Satellite Box DVD Blu ray Player Game Console AV CABLE ANALOG VIDEO i GOOD STEREO AUDIO Cu COMPONENT CABLE ANALOG BETTER HD VIDEO 1080i STEREO AUDIO HDMI CABLE DIGITAL HD VIDEO 1080p BEST HD AUDIO Maximum Resolution CONNECTING A DEVICE AUDIO AND VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE AV cables or Composite cables are the traditional way of connecting your devices to your TV Video signals are sent over the yellow connector while audio is sent over the red and white connectors Video Reso
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56. omp Oliver 8 46 Ki lan of the Year January Mix Comp The Dash 421 Playback Controls S Maximal smooth January Mix Comp Rio Steve 7 58 Use to control audio playback Highlight Play Pause Previous or Next and press OK Toggle Music Photos Browse Photos Sort by Album Artist e TETS Track View All Page 1 of 1 Folder Contents Playlist This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder You can browse between files using the Arrow and View All or View Folders Page Information If your USB thumb drive has more files than can be displayed on a single screen the page information is displayed here 43 OK buttons on the remote MUSIC PLAYER Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen Connected eee VIZIO Video connected USB USB1 MyFlashDrive devices MyFlashDrive Video roof My Videos le uration T Family Vacation Califomia 5 00 23 43 Current Folder 2_ 26th Birthday Party 00 38 18 My Videos 3 Summer 2012 00 41 08 a Greatest Trip Ever 00 05 32 Folder Contents Playlist This area displays Sort by Date the contents of the Sort currently selected View _ Folders __ folder You can browse between files using the Arrow and pagellicra OK buttons on the remote View All or
57. on your TV enables you to control HDMI connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming Not all HDMI devices support CEC See your device s user manual for details To enable disable or adjust CEC settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight CEC Settings and press OK The CEC Settings menu is displayed 4 Use the Arrow and OK buttons to adjust each setting CEC Function To use CEC you must select Enable System Audio Control When system audio control is on you can control your device s audio using the TV s remote control Device Discovery Use this function to determine if your device is connected and supports CEC 5 Press the EXIT button on the remote Turning the Power Indicator On or Off USING THE RESET amp ADMIN MENU The Power Indicator on the front of your TV is set to light up when the TV is on You can change this setting if you prefer the light to You can use the TV s Reset amp Admin menu to be off Reset the TV settings To turn the Power Indicator Light on or off Restore the TV to its factory VIZIO os A default settings Siret amn 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is 5 7 Reset TV Settings displayed View the VIZIO Privacy Policy Reset TV to Fac
58. ot being broadcast To change advanced network settings 1 Press the MENU button on the 1 From the Network menu remote The on screen menu is displayed VIZIO Hidden Network highlight Manual Setup and VIZIO A Rae EC ne press OK The Manual Setup Manual Setup 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the goed or lopoling on acer PONT wi iden menu is displayed DHCP Off remote to highlight Network IP Address ye aes and press OK The Network 2 Use the Arrow and OK buttons Subnet Mask a menu is displayed to adjust each setting Default DHCP Dynamic Host Gateway an eee ene 3 Highlight Hidden Network and Configuration Protocol This rete ena press OK alble dlelf g hii setting must be turned Off Alt DNS 4 Using the on screen keyboard J kT m nop air to change any of the other Server enter your network s name s t ulviwx y 210 settings RJ45 MAC SSID then highlight Connect 112 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 IP Address The IP address Wireless MAC and press OK 4 com Space assigned to the TV g 5 Using the on screen keyboard ee Subnet Mask The subnet enter your network s password mask then highlight Connect and Default Gateway Your press OK network s default gateway my address 6 Pess ne EXIT button on the EE v remote Pref DNS Server Your aw preferred domain name server address Alt DNS Server Your alternate domain name server address 3 If you need the RJ45 Ethernet MAC address or the Wireles
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60. ow buttons to change the setting x Caption Style Choose As Broadcast to keep default settings or Custom to manually change each setting Font Style Adjust the style of the font Y Text Size Adjust the size of the text Color Change the color of the text Opacity Change the transparency of the text BG Color Change the background color BG Opacity Change the transparency of the background Window Color Change the edge color Window Opacity Change the edge type As Broadcast As Broadcast 4 When you are satisfied with the appearance of the closed captions press the EXIT button on the remote CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Using the settings menu you can View the System Info Name the TV inputs Set up Parental Controls Change the on screen menu language Set the time Adjust the CEC settings Adjust the Power Indicator settings Reset TV Settings amp Admin Controls VIZIO A lt System System Info Name Input Parental Controls Menu Language English Time and Local Settings CEC Settings Power Indicator Off Reset amp Admin 33 Displaying System Information To display a summary of the TV settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed 3 Highlight System Info and press OK 4 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons to scroll through the
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62. ress the EXIT button on the remote Changing the Parental Control Passcode If you use the parental controls you should change the passcode to prevent children from accessing inappropriate material To Change the parental control passcode 1 From the Parental Controls menu highlight Change PIN and press OK The Change PIN menu is displayed 2 In the New PIN field use the Number Pad on the remote to enter your new 4 digit parental control passcode 3 In the Confirm PIN field use the Number Pad on the remote to re enter your new 4 digit parental control passcode Write down your new parental control passcode and save it in a secure location 4 Press the EXIT button on the remote Resetting the Content Locks To reset the content locks to the factory default settings 1 From the Parental Controls menu highlight RESET LOCKS and press OK The TV displays Are you sure you want to RESET ALL LOCKS SETTINGS to the factory defaults 2 Highlight Yes and press OK 36 Changing the On Screen Menu Language Your TV can display the on screen menu in different languages To change the on screen menu language 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed VIZIO A lt Menu Language English Fran ais Espa ol 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Menu Language and p
63. ress OK The Menu Language menu is displayed 4 Highlight your preferred language English French or Spanish and press OK 5 Press the EXIT button on the remote Setting the Time Zone To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button set the TV s time zone A 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed To have the TV display the correct time you must be connected to the internet via an Ethernet cable or a wireless network VIZIO A Time Zone 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the Wesel remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed Hawaii Pacific Mountain Central 3 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Time and Local Settings and press OK The Time amp Local Settings menu is displayed Eastern Atlantic Newfoundland Indiana Arizona 4 Highlight Time Zone and press OK The Time Zone menu is displayed 5 Highlight your time zone and press OK 6 Highlight Daylight Savings and press OK The Daylight Savings menu is displayed Choose On if daylight savings is in effect or Off if it is not 7 Highlight Zip Code Enter your ZIP code using the keypad on the remote then press OK The ZIP code information is often used by VIA Apps to give you the most accurate location based information such as weather or news 8 Press the EXIT button on the remote 37 Adjusting the CEC Settings The CEC function
64. roduct visit our website at www VIZIO com or call toll free at 877 878 4946 We recommend that you either Register your VIZIO product at www VIZIO com Complete and mail the enclosed registration card Extended Warranties For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty VIZIO offers on site extended warranty service plans These plans provide additional coverage during the standard warranty period To purchase an extended warranty service plan visit www VIZIO com WHEN READING THIS MANUAL When you see this symbol please read the A accompanying important warning or notice It is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating instructions When you see this symbol please read the accompanying helpful tip IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits Misuse may result in electric shock or fire To prevent your TV from being damaged the following instructions should be observed for the installation use and maintenance of your TV Read the following safety instructions before operating your TV Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage switch off the power before connecting other components to your TV Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this appar
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66. s 4 Press the EXIT button on the remote MAC address to set up your network these are displayed at the bottom of the Change Settings menu 27 Testing Your Network Connection USING THE TUNER MENU To test your network connection You can use the TV s Tuner menu to 1 From the Network menu highlight Test Connection and press OK Select a Tuner Input PeromanAuloChannelSoan VEIO La 2 The Test Connection screen displays the connection luner method network name signal strength and download Perfomn URGES Menge Soon Tuner Mode Antenna speed of your network connection Manually Add Channels Auto Channel Scan 3 ki Partial Channel Search F 3 Press the EXIT button on the remote Select Channels to skip Add Analog Channel Select Analog MTS modes Skip Channel Select Digital Languages Analog Audio Stereo _ Digital Language English owi 28 Selecting a Tuner Input Selectthe type of tuner input you will be using You can select either Antenna Over the air or Cable Out of the wall connections 1 From the Tuner menu highlight Tuner Mode and press OK The Tuner Mode menu displays 2 Highlight Antenna or Cable and press OK Press EXIT Scanning for Channels Before the TV can detect and display channels and their associated information you must scan for channels A channel scan may also be necessary when the TV has been moved to an area where different free to air broadcast television channels are availabl
67. s the MUTE button on the remote to ensure mute is off Check the audio settings See Adjusting the Audio Settings on page 24 Check the audio connections of external devices Blu ray player game console cable satellite box that are connected to the TV If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Ensure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window for the best signal The colors on the TV don t look right Adjust the Color and Tint settings in the Picture menu See Adjusting the Picture Settings on page 21 Reset the picture settings See Resetting the Picture Settings on page 23 Check all cables to ensure they are securely attached The buttons on the remote aren t working Ensure you are only pressing one button at a time Point the remote directly at the TV when pressing a button Replace the remote batteries with new ones See Replacing the Batteries on page 10 The image quality is not good For the best image quality view high definition programs using digital sources Connect your devices with HDMI cables If you are using an antenna the signal strength of the channel may be low Ensure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window for the best signal The picture is distorted Nearby electrical devices may be interfering with the TV Separate th
68. s to values that produce a brighter more vivid picture 21 Game mode optimizes the picture settings for displaying game console output Computer mode optimizes the picture settings for displaying computer output You can also edit each individual setting by using the Left Right Arrow buttons to change each setting Backlight Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall brilliance of the picture This option is not available unless Auto Brightness Control is set to Off Brightness Adjusts the black level of the picture When this setting is too low the picture may be too dark to distinguish details When this setting is too high the picture may appear faded or washed out Contrast Adjusts the white level of the picture When this setting is too low the picture may appear dark When this setting is too high the picture may appear faded or washed out If the setting is too high or too low detail may be difficult to distinguish in dark or bright areas of the picture Color Adjusts the intensity of the picture colors Tint Adjusts the hue of the picture This setting is useful in adjusting the flesh tones in the picture If flesh appears too orange reduce the level of color before adjusting tint Sharpness Adjusts the edge sharpness of picture elements It can be used to sharpen non HD high definition content however it will not produce detail that does not otherwise exist Adjus
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70. the like If any of the following occurs contact the dealer The power cord fails or frays Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV Your TV is exposed to rain or other moisture Your TV is dropped or damaged in any way The performance of your TV changes substantially AN This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable CAUTION These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated DANGEROUS VOLTAGE within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR VIEWING 3D CONTENT You may experience discomfort while watching 3D content You may feel symptoms of eye strain vision fatigue color or depth distortion motion sickness nausea dizziness disorientation or other discomforts If you experience any of these symptoms stop watching and take a break for at least thirty minutes before resum
71. the viewing mode on each input source If the viewing mode on the new input source differs from the one on the input source you switch from the difference may be noticeable See Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio on page 20 Specifications Screen Size Viewable Area Dimensions w Stand w o Stand Weight w Stand w o Stand TV Type Refresh Rate Maximum Resolution Pixel Pitch Dynamic Contrast Ratio Response Time Brightness Viewing Angle HDMI Inputs Component Video Inputs Composite Inputs RF Antenna Input USB 2 0 Ports Ethernet M501d A2 50 Class 49 50 44 13 x 27 79 x 8 54 44 13 x 25 89 x 1 75 43 40 lbs 39 18 lbs LED 240 Hz 1080P 0 570 mm H x 0 570 mm V 10 000 000 1 Sms 350 nits 178 H 178 V 4 1 1 Shared with Component M551d A2 55 Class 54 64 48 61 x 30 56 x 10 12 48 61 x 28 50 x 1 75 50 11 Ibs 44 56 lbs LED 240 Hz 1080P 0 630 mm H x 0 630 mm V 10 000 000 1 Sms 350 nits 178 H 178 V 4 1 1 Shared with Component M651d A2 65 Class 65 00 57 45 x 35 45 x 10 12 57 45 x 33 34 x 2 13 80 24 Ibs 74 68 lbs LED 240 Hz 1080P 0 744 mm H x 0 744 mm V 10 000 000 1 8ms 350 nits 178 H 178 V 4 1 1 Shared with Component Audio Outputs OSD Language Ambient Light Sensor Remote Control Model Certifications Compliance Voltage Range
72. ting the Picture Size and Position When displaying an image the size and position of the display image can be adjusted The size and position adjustments depend on each signal source To adjust the picture size and position 1 From the Picture menu use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight More then press OK VIZIO A Size amp Position Horiz Position Vertical Position Horizontal Size Vertical Size 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Size amp Position then press OK The Size amp Position menu is displayed 3 Use the Arrow buttons to highlight the setting you wish to adjust then press OK Press the Left Right Arrow buttons to change the setting Horiz Position Adjusts the horizontal left right position of the display image Vertical Position Adjusts the vertical up down position of the display image __ Horizontal Size Adjusts the width of the display image Vertical Size Adjusts the height of the display image av ae 4 When you have finished adjusting the size and position press the EXIT button on the remote 22 Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the color temperature will change the warmness or coolness of the white areas of the picture To adjust the color temperature 1 From the Picture Menu use the Arrow buttons to highlight More then press OK 2 Use the Arrow buttons on VIZIO Color Temperature Color Temperature
73. tory Defaults 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System Perform a Service Check VIZIO Privacy Policy and press OK The System menu is displayed Start the Store Demo Service Check 3 Highlight Power Indicator and press OK store Dame 4 Use the Up Down Arrow buttons to select On or Off then press OK ow _ 38 Resetting the TV Settings To reset the TV s picture and audio settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed Highlight Reset amp Admin and press OK The Reset amp Admin menu is displayed Highlight Reset TV Settings and press OK The TV displays Are you sure you would like to Restore Defaults This will erase any custom settings Highlight Yes and press OK 6 Press the EXIT button on the remote 39 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings All of the on screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults A If you restore the TV to the factory default settings all changes you have made to the settings will be lost To restore the TV to its factory default settings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote The on screen menu is displayed 2 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK The System menu is displayed 3 Highlight Reset amp Admin and press OK The Reset amp Admin menu is displayed 4
74. user to correct such interference FCC warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user s authority to operate this equipment 55 Caution Always use an AC DC power adapter that is properly grounded Use the AC cords listed below for each area USA UL Canada CSA Germany VDE UK BASE BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act Open Source Software Notice Your VIA device may contain GPL executables and LGPL libraries that are subject to the PL2 0 LGPL2 1 License Agreements VIZIO offers to provide source code to you on CD ROM for a processing fee covering the cost of performing such distribution such as the cost of media shipping and handling upon request made to VIZIO at www VIZIO com This offer is valid for a period of three 3 years from the date of the distribution of this VIA device by VIZIO You can obtain a copy of the GPL LGPL licenses from http www gnu org licenses old licenses gpl 2 0 html and http www gnu org licenses oldlicenses lgpl 2 1 html You can also obtain a copy of gSOAP public license from http www cs fsu edu engelen license html Please visit www VIZIO com for attribution of copyrights to any open source software on your VIZIO VIA device Permission is hereby granted free of charge to any person obtaining a copy of any such software and associated documentation files the Open Source Softwa
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