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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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.
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. 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
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Turning TV speakers off.......................................................................................................................28 Using Optical (S/PDIF) ............................................................................................................................28 Connecting a Computer...........................................................................................................................29 RGB (VGA) ........
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Clear Memory (Factory Default) ..........................................................................................................49 Guided Setup .......................................................................................................................................49 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................50 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ....................................
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 pad
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV is about 74W AVG (XVT323SV) or 78W AVG (XVT373SV). 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. To take full advantage of your TV, you will need an Internet connection. Set up the Internet
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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 XVT323SV/XVT373SV 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
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. ETHERNET—Connect an Ethernet cable to access the Internet. Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through you wireless home network. See Network Menu on page 47 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection. 2. AV—Connect Composite video devices, such as a VCR or
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB 1, 2, and 3: Reserved for future functions. 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. Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you interact with Internet
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). You can name your inputs when you set them up during the HDTV Settings App. The inputs cycle in the following sequence: TV, AV (Composite), COMP (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI side, and RGB (VGA). Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. Device Power ( next to INPUT butt
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual PIP—Press to activate the picture-in-picture feature. The screen will display the sub-screen in the corner over the main screen. Press it again to display the POP (Picture Outside Picture) option. —(DASH)—Press to insert a dash between the main and sub-channels. For example, digital channel 28- 2 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control your pre-programmed DVR, DVD Player or
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on your TV will help you set up your various devices that are connected to your HDTV, so that you can use your VIZIO remote control for all of your devices. You can also set up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. See Device Setup on page 43 for more information on setting up your remote. Remote Control Range When in IR mode (factory default): Point the remote
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert batteries into the remote control. 2. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 3. Gather the devices your want to connect to your HDTV. Don’t connect them yet. We will help you
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV has 802.11n dual-band wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless home network. Or you can also connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into the Ethernet port on your HDTV. A wired connection m
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VIZIO XVT323SV/XVT373SV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE to display more information about the program and schedule. Press INFO repeatedly to display additional information for that channel. 20 www.VIZIO.com
