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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV / TV 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out- of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note:
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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 Plasma HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. See www.VIZIO.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
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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 audi
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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 HD
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VP42; HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 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 VP42 for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 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 corr
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP42 High
Definition Plasma 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
VP42 High Definition Television.
For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or e-
mail us at techsupport@vinc.com.
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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 i
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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, groundi
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A 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 VP42 HDTV20A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VP42 HDTV20A weighs over 73lb and is about 42” wide x 30” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV.
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 380W, 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
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections..................................................................8 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................8 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................8 1
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................38 4.5.1 Language...................................................................................................................................................38 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ........................................................................................................................
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED – Lights green when powered on, yellow 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 VP42 HDTV20A on by pressing the button once. Press the button aga
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 5 7 9 11 8 10 12 2 3 4 6 1. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. 2. HDMI 1 – Connect the primary source for 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. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (8
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Remote Control Remote LED – Blinks when the remote operates. POWER – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. Number Button Pad – Use these buttons to select a channel or enter a password. INPUT – This button allows the user to cycle through the inputs. - (Dash) – When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. For example,
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual WIDE – 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. SLEEP – This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. MTS – This button will select the MTS options of Stereo, SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels, where availabl
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4.1 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 pers
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VIZIO VP42 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VP42 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
