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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO JV50P 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
JV50P High Definition Television.
For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or e-
mail us at techsupport@vizio.c
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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, ground
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 JV50P HDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The JV50P HDTV10A weighs 116lb (52.6kg) and about 49” wide x 32” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HD
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 450W, please use the power cord designated for TV. 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 defeated. The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow space between th
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections..................................................................8 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................8 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................8
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 JV50P HDTV10A on by pressing the button once
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 6 8 2 3 4 5 7 9 10 1. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. 2. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN – When viewing video from equipment with an Optical Audio Output, you may connect it to this SPDIF Optical connector using a compatible cable. The red color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 3. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 – Connect a source for digital video such as a D
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Right Portion 11 12 13 11. 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. 12. Audio Out – Connect the audio from the Plasma HDTV to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 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 button se
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 exit
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this b
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 per
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO JV50P has five 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 White
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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:
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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-VIZIO-23 (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 HDMI3 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 au
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A 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 (blue color) connector on your H
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the AV1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Video output
