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VIZIO E322VL User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO E322VL 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 s
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VIZIO E322VL 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 c
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual 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 HDTV from damage due to power surges. Do not attempt to repair or service your HDTV yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required
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VIZIO E322VL 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 E322VL 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 E322VL User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ...............................................................................................4 Advisory of the DTV Transition..................................................................................................................5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual Analog Closed Caption ........................................................................................................................30 Digital Closed Caption .........................................................................................................................30 Digital CC Style....................................................................................................................................30 Sleep Timer Menu ...........
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................47 E322VL Specifications.............................................................................................................................47 Preset PC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................48 Resolution through RGB Input ................
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VIZIO E322VL 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 E322VL User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV is about 99.46W (Avg), 0.66W standby. 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. To take full advantage of your TV, you will need an Internet connection. Set up the Internet connection using the
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VIZIO E322VL 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 remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. 2. Remove the two top foam end cas. 3. Remove the stand base under foam end cap. 4. Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface. Note: Make sure that the surface is free of debris to prevent
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VIZIO E322VL 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.
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT—The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. 2. 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 Panel 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
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual Rear 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. 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 wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless h
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VIZIO E322VL 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 (-) symbo
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VIZIO E322VL 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, AV (Composite), COMP (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-SIDE, and RGB (VGA). Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. Power ( top right corner)—Press to turn the TV on fr
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VIZIO E322VL 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. Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built-in setup App that runs when you turn on you
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VIZIO E322VL User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing INPUT on the remote control or the side of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV (Composite), Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-SIDE and RGB (VGA). 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
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VIZIO E322VL 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. Version 5/25/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO E322VL 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
