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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO GV42L
FHDTV10A 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 GV42L
FHDTV10A Television.
For assistance, please call 949-428-2525 or e-
mail us at techsupport@vizio.com.
To purchase o
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A 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
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A 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, groun
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A 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 GV42L FHDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The GV42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 68lbs and about 42” wide x 30” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and in
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A TV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.vizio.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the GV42L FHDTV10A on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand base 1. Un
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual To remove the speakers If you wish to remove the attached speakers as well and use your Home Theatre System for the audio, please follow the procedure below. 1. Unplug the speaker wires from the GV42L FHDTV10A at the rear of the TV set by carefully pulling down on these two 5-DIN pin connectors. 2. Remove the four (4) screws that hold the right speaker in place and remove the speaker. The screws are identified by arrows
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Relocate Detachable Speakers If you decide to relocate or place speaker’s assemblies away from the TV set, it is recommendable to follow the procedure or steps shown below. 1. Select the place and then measure the distance from new location to the TV set. 2. Make sure that the extension cables follow the pattern shown below. 3. Please notice that you will need a female (5-pin) connector at one end and a male (5-pin) con
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections................................................................11 1.1 Front Bezel........................................................................................................................................................11 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls .................................................................................................................................11 1.3 R
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...............................................................................................................................................44 4.5.2 Auto Search..............................................................................................................................................44 4.5.3 Skip Channel .......................................................................................................................
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel 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
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Hand Side Portion 6 7 1 2 4 3 3 8 5 9 1. SPEAKER – Connection for right speaker. 2. AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 3. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. 4. 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 band on the rear of the TV Indicates thi
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Right Portion 11 13 12 14 11. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT – When the DTV input is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to your home theatre system. If an analog signal is been supplied then stereo audio would be the audio coming out your home theatre system. The gray color band on the rear of the TV
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 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 button functions are explained on the following pages. Remote LED – Blinks when the remote operates. This button starts all programming of the Remote Control. Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. This button sel
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. This button displays the image and system information display. Use the NaVigation Wheel to operate the On-Screen Display (OSD) after it has been activated by pressing the MENU button. Use the OK button to select your chosen option in On- Screen Display (OSD) menus. GUIDE – This button displays program information. Note: this button is only functional for DTV. EXIT – This button exi
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A 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 pe
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Rear Connection Panel Quality Connector Description Color (type) Codes HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. Best HDMI provides
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Note: For more info refer to the Quick Start Guide 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite 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 or less. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your Cable or Sat
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DV
