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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP50 High
Definition Plasma 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
VP50 High Definition Television.
For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or e-
mail us at techsupport@vizio.com.
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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 i
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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, groundi
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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 VP50 HDTV20A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VP50 HDTV20A weighs over 120lbs and is about 49” wide x 34.5” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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 rea
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Preparing Your Plasma HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VP50 can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VP50 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 VP50 HDTV20A. 2. Place the VP50 HDTV20A face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections..................................................................9 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................9 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................9 1
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................46 4.5.1 Language...................................................................................................................................................46 4.5.2 PIP (Picture-in-Picture)............................................................................................................
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED – Lights green when powered on, yellow 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 remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) – Switch the VP50 HDTV20A on by pressing the button once. Press the button aga
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion 1 3 2 4 1. 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. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 2. ANALOG AUDIO OUT – Connect the audio from the Plasma HDTV to an external device,
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Left Portion 10 5 7 12 14 13 6 9 11 8 5. SERVICE 1 – 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. 6. HDMI1 – Connect your HDMI 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 indicates this co
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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 control button functions are explained on the following pages. SET – This button starts all programming of the Remote Control. Remote LED – Blinks when the remote operates. POWER – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. T
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual WIDE – This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal, Zoom and Panoramic. . The options for HD (High Definition 16:9) and RGB PC are Normal and Zoom. SLEEP – This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. MTS – This button will select the MTS options of Stereo, SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels, where availabl
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A 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 pers
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VP50 has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Rear Connection Panel Connector Description Quality (type) Color Codes HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an Best interface
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV / TV 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: a) Not
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and VCR. 2. Connect the “Output to TV”, “RF Out” or “Antenna Out” connector on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off-air a
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the Plasma HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDT
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio conn
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the 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 HDTV. 3. Connect the Pb/Cb (blue color) connector on your HDT
