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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX20L High
Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you
for your support. For maximum benefit of your set,
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 VX20L High
Definition Television.
For assistance, please call 949-668-0588 or e-
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these instructions in
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV 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
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX20L HDTV and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the VX20L HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VX20L HDTV weighs approximately 17lb and is about 20” wide; please exercise care when unpacking the HDTV. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 85W, please use the power cord designated for TV. 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 defeated. The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow space between the ba
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections..................................................................8 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................8 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................8 1.3
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 4.4.3 Skip Channel .............................................................................................................................................35 4.4.4 Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................36 4.4.5 Daylight Saving........................................................................................................................
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power ‘VIZIO’ light – The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. Remote Control Sensor – This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) – Switch the VX20L on by pressing the button once. P
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. 3. HDMI – Connect the source of digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cabl
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components. The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages. VIZIO Remote Control Button Description SET – This button starts all programming of the Remote Control. Remote LED – Blinks when the remote operates. POWER – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record – This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal, Zoom and Panoramic. . The options for HD (High Definition 16:9) and RGB PC are Normal and Zoom. This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the remote control. SLEEP/Pause – This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer for 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 90 0r 120 minutes.
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Re-attach the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to person
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VX20L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Rear Connection Panel Connector Description Quality (type) Color Codes HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an Best interface b
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX20L; HDMI, Component, AV (S- Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. 2.2.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VX20L for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corres
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.2.3 Using S-Video (AV-S) Connecting your DVD Player (Good): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group (yellow area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. See www.vizioce.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV an
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: 1. Turn off the power to the 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 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), 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
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the AV1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Video output on your Set-Top B
