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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP504
FHDTV10A 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 VP504 FHDTV10A High Definition
Television.
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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 VP504 FHDTV10A. o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture. o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way. o The performance of t
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A and its 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 VP504 FHDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VP504 FHDTV10A weighs approximately 96lb and is about 50” wide; please exercise care when unpacking the HDTV. The screen can easily be scratched or broke
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP504 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 Please
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your PLASMA HDTV for Wall Mounting To remove the stand base 1. Unplug all of the cables and cords from your VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A. 2. Place the VP504 FHDTV10A face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. Remove the cover on the stand. 4. Remove the six (6) screws holding the base to the VP504 FHDTV10A. 5. Carefully remove the stand base. Now, the VP504 FHDTV10A can fit
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections..................................................................9 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................9 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................9
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 4.4.2 Auto Search...............................................................................................................................................47 4.4.3 Partial Channel Search..............................................................................................................................48 4.4.4 Skip Channel .............................................................................................................................
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel 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 remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) – Switch the VP504 FHDTV10A on by pressing the butto
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 3 4 5 9 10 1 8 6 7 2 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 indi
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. HDMI 3 - Connect the third 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 side of the TV indicates this connection. 2 2. HDMI 4 - Connect the fourth 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 side of the TV indicates this connection.
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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. 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 bu
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VIZIO VP504 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 VP504 FHDTV10A 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 R
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 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
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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 Bes
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV 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 on the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV. 4. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Contr
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI Input 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. Length is available up to 10 meters. See www.vizioce.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Turn
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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 2 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 audi
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VIZIO VP504 FHDTV10A 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 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 (blue color) connector on your HD
