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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Ethernet Connection................................................................................................................................30 CHAPTER 7 USING VIA ............................................................................................................31 Connecting to the Internet .......................................................................................................................31 Navigating the VIA Dock .................
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Reset TV Settings................................................................................................................................47 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ..........................................................................................................47 Guided Setup .......................................................................................................................................47 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROU
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. After you have opened the carton, check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. The screen can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. I
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV is about 39.5W (Avg), <1W (Standby). o Use the included power cord. o When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The 3-pronged rd cord must be grounded and the grounding feature (3 prong) must not be compromised. To take full advantage of your TV, you will need an Internet connection. Set up the Internet connection using the i
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. Unpack the TV and stand base 1. Remove the two top foam end caps. 2. Remove the stand base and accessory box from packaging. 3. Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface. Note: Make sure that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched. Attach the TV stand
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided on page 1 to have it handy if you need to call for support. 2. Remove the stand base and neck: a. Disconnect the cables from your HDTV. b. Place your HDTV face down on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the screen. c
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor—Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal. Side Button Controls POWER ( )—Turn your HDTV on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to turn your HDTV off. MENU—Press to launch the on-screen menu. If a sub-menu is active, this button will proceed to the next level. CH ▲/ ▼—Press
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. ETHERNET—Connect an Ethernet cable to access the Internet. Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV also has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through you wireless home network. See Network Menu on page 41 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection. 2. USB—Service port for use by a professional service
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR universal remote that lets you interact with Internet content delivered to your HDTV. You can also use it to program other A/V devices connected to your TV, such as DVD or Blu-ray player, Cable/Satellite set-top box, DVR, home theater, and more. Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symb
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). You can name your inputs when you set them up during the HDTV Settings App. The inputs cycle in the following sequence: TV, Comp/AV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, and RGB. Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. Power ( top right corner)—Press to turn the TV on from the standby mode. Press it again to r
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control your pre-programmed DVR, DVD Player or Cable/Satellite Box. Fast Reverse ( )—Press to reverse playback. Pause (II)—Press to pause playback. Play ( ►)—Press to start playback. Fast Forward ( )—Press to skip to the next chapter. ( ●)—Press to begin recording. Stop ( )—Press to stop playback/recording. VIA Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA)
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert batteries into the remote control. 2. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 3. Gather the devices your want to connect to your HDTV. Don’t connect them yet. We will help you do that
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless home network. Or you can also connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into the Ethernet port on your HDTV. A wired connection may provid
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press GUIDE, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO M261VP television purchase. To get
the most out of your new VIZIO HDTV, 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 High
Definition Television.
For assistance, call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or e-mail us at
www.VIZIO.com.
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation servi
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Warning: 1. To reduce the risk of electric
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual 16. Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. 17. The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. 18. Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV. Any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock 19. Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. 20. Unplug y
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Advisory of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. Watch your local stations to find out when they will turn off their analog signal and switch to digital-only broadcasting. Analog-on
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ...............................................................................................4 Advisory of the DTV Transition..................................................................................................................5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING
