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VIZIO M260VP User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO M260VP 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 HDTV 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 ser
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VIZIO M260VP 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. To reduce the risk of electric shock or com
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. 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 Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. Unplug your HDTV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect your HDT
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VIZIO M260VP 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 th
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VIZIO M260VP 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 M260VP User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ...............................................................................................4 Advisory of the DTV Transition..................................................................................................................5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Duration ...............................................................................................................................................29 Slideshow Effect ..................................................................................................................................29 Thumbnail Size ....................................................................................................................................29 Info ...........
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Start Setup Wizard...............................................................................................................................42 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................43 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control .....................................................................................................43 Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................
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VIZIO M260VP 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 glass surface can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV Here are some things you should consider when deciding on a proper location for your HDTV: The power consumption of your HDTV is about 31.3W (AVG) o Use the included power cord. o When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The 3- rd pronged cord must be grounded and the grounding feature (3 prong) must not be compromised. Install your HDTV on a flat surface to a
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VIZIO M260VP 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 stan
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VIZIO M260VP 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 M260VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. 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. 2. POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT—The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and silver when powered off. 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 o
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. HDMI 1 and 2 —Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. There is an additional HDMI connector on the side. 2. AV—Connect Composite video devices, such as a VCR or game console. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source. 3. Headphone— Listen to programs personally by connecting headphones. 4. DTV/TV— Connect to an antenna or digital cab
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. 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. 3. Replace the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: Only use AA batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )—Press to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. CEC-Supported Buttons: CEC needs to be set up and enabled for these buttons to work. See CEC section on page 40 for more information. ● (Record)—Press to begin recording on your CEC-supported device. (Pause)—Press to pause playback on your CEC-supported device. ► (Play)—Press to start Playback on your CEC-supported device. ■ (Stop)—
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual AV—Press to select the AV input. TV—Press to select the TV input. Number Button Pad—Press to select a channel or enter a password. INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). The inputs cycle in the following sequence: TV, AV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, RGB, and Media. After you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. - (DASH)—Press to insert a dash between the main and sub- channels. For exampl
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select an Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the front of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, RGB, and Media. Turn on your device and you will see a picture on your HDTV. If there is no picture, make sure you have selected the correct input on your HDTV. Note: If the selected de
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press the GUIDE button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Each press of the GUIDE button will display more information about the program: Version 4/16/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO M260VP User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? You have several options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. Connection Connector Description Quality (type) HDMI delivers the best image quality of any of the cable types available Best and it’s all done over one c
