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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO SV420XVT1A
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 SV420XVT1A
Television.
For assistance, please call (877) 698-4946 or e-
mail us at techsupport@vizio.com.
To purchase o
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Important Safety Instructions 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 in a safe place for future reference. • To reduce the risk o
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual • Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the following occurs please contact the dealer: o The power connector fails or frays. o Liquid sprays or any object drops into the SV420XVT1A. o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture. o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way. o The performance of the Dis
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO SV420XVT1A 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 SV420XVT1A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The SV420XVT1A weighs approximately 47lbs and about 40” wide x 27” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV.
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO SV420XVT1A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO SV420XVT1A 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 Please read th
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO SV420XVT1A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the SV420XVT1A on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. To remove the stand base 1. Unplug all of the cables and cords from your SV420XVT1A. 2. Place the SV420XVT1A face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections................................................................10 1.1 Front Bezel........................................................................................................................................................10 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls .................................................................................................................................10 1.3 Re
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 4.3.12 DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)......................................................................................................51 4.3.13 Reset Audio Mode ...................................................................................................................................51 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup.......................................................................................................................................52 4.
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ...........................................................................81 6.1 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................81 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions........................................................................................................................82 6.3 Index .............
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A 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 remot
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 9 4 5 1 8 2 3 10 6 7 1. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. Use of this input for any purpose other than factory authorized service will void the manufacturer’s warranty of this equipment. 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
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. AV2 – Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video game. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source, and then use 1 the yellow connector to connect the external video from the same source. Note: The red and white audio connectors are shared between AV2 and COMPONENT2. 2. COMPONENT2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Connect the secondary source
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 1.5 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. 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. Repeated pressing of this button will switch between H
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. LAST – This button recalls the previously viewed channel. Use the Navigation Wheel to operate the On-Screen Display (OSD) after it has been activated by pressing the MENU button. Use the button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. GUIDE – This button displays program information. Note: This function is only available on DTV. EXIT – This button exits
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable (or Satellite) Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable (or Satellite) Box the same as this button on your Cable (or Satellite) Remote. When TV is selected, this button activates Picture-in-Picture mode. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable (or Satellite) Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable (or Satellite) Box the same as this button on your Cable Re
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Open battery compartment by sliding cover in the direction of the arrow and insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Close the battery cover by sliding it in opposite direction to the arrow. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: For longer life and use of the
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO SV420XVT1A 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- White digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an B
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 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. Length is available up to 10 meters. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your Cable or Satellite Box (Best)
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A 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
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VIZIO SV420XVT1A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your Cable or Satellite Box (Better) 1. Turn off the power to the LCD 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 LCD HDTV. 3. Connect the PbCb (blue color) connector o
