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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO M421NV 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 M421NV 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 co
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VIZIO M421NV 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 HDTV
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VIZIO M42 1NV 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 M421NV 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
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VIZIO M421NV 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 M421NV User Manual CHAPTER ENJOYING MULTIMEDIA ....................................................................................29 Supported File Formats...........................................................................................................................29 Accessing Multimedia Content ................................................................................................................30 Adjusting Photo Settings ...................................
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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Size ......................................................................................................................................................39 Audio....................................................................................................................................................39 Settings Menu..........................................................................................................................................40 A
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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Game Console Codes.......................................................................................................................... 58 Audio Accessory Codes........................................................................................................................58 Video Accessory Codes /VCR Codes...................................................................................................59 CHAPTER MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING.........
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VIZIO M42 1NV 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.
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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • The power consumption of your HDTV is about 75W average. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be compromised. • Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. • For proper ventilation, you must allow a 1” space between the back of your HDTV and the wall. • Avo
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VIZIO M42 1NV 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 caps. 3. Remove the stand base from packaging. 4. 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 t
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VIZIO M421NV 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 M42 1NV 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. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of your HDTV performs all of the same functions you might see as buttons on other TVs, including v
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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB: • Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures. • Service port for use by a professional service technician. 2. HDMI SIDE—Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. There are additional HDMI connectors on the back. Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 1, 2, and 3—Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digit
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VIZIO M42 1NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. 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. 3. Replace the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: • Only use AAA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage that may cause
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VIZIO M421NV 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. Device Buttons: • DVD—Press to select a DVD player that has been programmed to work with this remote. • AUDIO—Press to select a Home Theater System or Audio Amplifier that has been programmed to work with this remote. • CABLE—Press to select a Cable or Satellite Set Top Box that has been programmed to work with this remote. • TV—Pr
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VIZIO M42 1NV User Manual MUTE—Press to turn the sound on and off. LAST— Press to recall the previously viewed channel. CH +/- —Press to change the channels up or down HDMI—Press to select the HDMI input. Press repeatedly to cycle between both HDMI inputs. 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 c
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VIZIO M421NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI SIDE, 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.
