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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO 32VL or E37VL 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.
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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 s
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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 prote
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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, grou
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ...............................................................................................4 Advisory of the DTV Transition..................................................................................................................5 CHAPTER 1
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL User Manual Adjusting Photo Settings .........................................................................................................................29 Slideshow Mode...................................................................................................................................29 Repeat..................................................................................................................................................29 Sort By
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL User Manual Help Menu ...............................................................................................................................................42 System Info ..........................................................................................................................................42 Reset TV Settings................................................................................................................................42 Cle
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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 protect
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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 49W (E32VL) and 70W (E37VL) (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. Ins
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VIZIO E32 VL and E37 VL 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. Important: The E321VL is shipped with the Stand Neck unattached. It needs to be attached before the TV can be mounted on the Stand Base. 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 caps. 3. Remove the stand base under foa
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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 orange when powered off. 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
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 1—Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. 2. HDMI 2 with L/R Audio—Connect another digital video device such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the analog audio output of the device to the L / R AUDIO here. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI-DVI cabl
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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 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 E32VL and E37VL User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built-in setup App that runs when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on- screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control. 2. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 3. Connect your devices to your HDTV (see Chapter 2 for detailed steps). 4. Turn on your TV.
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL 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 of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV, Comp, 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
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VIZIO E32VL and E37VL 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 2/10/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO 32VL and E37VL User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? You have six 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 ove
