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- Page 1 L __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Purchase Date _____________________ VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc. HDMI logo and “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
- Page 2 Liquid sprays or any object drops into the VU37L HDTV10A LCD HDTV. The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture. The Display is dropped or damaged in any way. The performance of the Display changes substantially. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
- Page 3 Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits. Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building installation. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Grounding Grounding Grounding www.VIZIO.com...
- Page 4 Opening the Package Opening the Package Your VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A and 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 VU37L HDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
- Page 5 The VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VU37L HDTV10A on the wall, please refer to “preparing your LCD HDTV for wall mounting”...
- Page 6 The length of the screws will depend on the thickness plate being attached to TV set, our brackets come with different length screws. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ...13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions ...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment... Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...14... - Page 8 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ... 6.1 Specifications ...71 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions ...72 6.3 Index ...73 Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com ... 67 ... 71...
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Page 9: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections
Front Panel Front Panel 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. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections
For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the device to the L+R AUDIO here. . Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). -
Page 11: Right-Side Panel Connection
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. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Note: The red and white www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 12: Vizio Remote Control
- (DASH) – When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 - 2. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 13: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control
The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 1.5.3 1.5.3... -
Page 14: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment
Which Video Connection Should I Use? ? ? ? Which Video Connection Should I Use The VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection... -
Page 15: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
“Antenna In” connector on the rear of your VCR. Version 3/12/2008 Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV from Cable Box) for detailed information. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual DTV/TV Refer to www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 16: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box
HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. www.vizioce.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 17 Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
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Page 18: Using Component Video
Component1, connect the green, blue and red video adapters into Component2 connectors (purple color) and the audio connectors into the AV2 connectors (orange color). Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Top Box (Better) Top Box (Better): : : : Top Box (Better) -
Page 19: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box
TV button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the product. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Top Box Top Box Top Box www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 20: Connecting Your Dvd Player
DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters. www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 21 Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI2 end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
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Page 22: Using Component Video
If Component1 is already connected to another device, or you do not wish to use Component1, connect the green, blue and red video adapters into Component2 connectors (purple color) and the audio connectors into the AV2 connectors (orange color). Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 23: Using S-Video (Av1/S-Video)
AV button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual VIDEO) VIDEO) VIDEO) ite (AV) Video Input... -
Page 24: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera
AV button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual or Video Camera or Video Camera or Video Camera... -
Page 25: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp
SPEAKERS. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will now be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 26: Optical Output Of Audio Received
Note: Refer to your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input. The audio output is not amplified and cannot be connected directly to external speakers. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual received received received HDTV www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 27: Connecting A Pc Computer
A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 28: Preset Pc Resolutions
Frequency Polarity (KHz) (Hz) (TTL) 31.5 59.94 37.5 37.9 60.317 48.077 72.188 46.9 48.4 60.01 56.476 70.069 75.03 31.46 70.08 47.7 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Rate (TTL) (MHz) 25.175 31.5 49.5 78.75 28.32 85.5... -
Page 29: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television
Antenna. If you are using Cable (No Box) Service, press the button on the remote control to highlight CABLE. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... - Page 30 Note: If you select Skip Scan, next time that you decide to complete this procedure; you will need to select the TV as input (through the Input key) and then go through the Menu option to select the Tuner setup to get the option of scanning the channels again. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
- Page 31 Now follow the procedure below to display channels from a different signal (External TV Tuner, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) source, using different inputs at the back of you TV set. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.antennaweb.org www.VIZIO.com to get information...
- Page 32 Press the MENU key to bring up the Menu display. Use the button to scroll to the Advanced Video option. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual b. Press the button to select it. c. Use the Temperature option.
- Page 33 Your new TV set is now ready to automatically reproduce the best picture quality out of the input signal which is been fed into it. Enjoy your TV watching!! Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual button to button to g.
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Page 34: Watching A Tv Program
Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VIZIO logo on the front will change from orange to white. -
Page 35: Adjusting Basic Hdtv Settings
Fore more information see Section Understanding Viewing Features - Viewing Modes, on page 66. Version 3/12/2008 Note: Channel up and down will button to select button scroll down to Wide and select it. button to select among the modes. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 36: Program Information
Banner is displayed for a few seconds to tell you the status of the LCD HDTV. Program Information: Provided by Broadcaster Program Closed Caption Rating is available Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Audio is Spanish TV Channel Stereo Number 1080i HDTV (High Definition TV) www.VIZIO.com Station Name: provided... -
Page 37: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 3/12/2008 TV Tuner Setup button on the remote control or the CH + or CH select www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Setup items adjust. -
Page 38: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Note: This setting will be disabled and disappear if Enhanced Contrast Ratio is turned on. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 39: Brightness
Use the button to adjust the level. The Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 40: Tint
Off, Low, Medium or Strong setting. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual button to adjust the level. www.VIZIO.com button to... -
Page 41: Color Enhancement
Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before. Use the button to adjust the color. Press the MENU button when finished. Repeat the procedure to adjust the other colors if desired. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 42: Reset Picture Mode
Picture settings to factory default. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Note: Only settings under the pictures adjustment tab will be reset. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 43: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment
For example if you want to boost the bass you would highlight 120Hz and turn it up. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 44: Balance
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. 4.3.7 4.3.7 Audio Out Audio Out 4.3.7 4.3.7 Audio Out Audio Out Press the button to highlight the Audio Line Out selection. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 45: Lip Sync
Audio settings to factory default. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Note: Only settings under the audio adjustment tab will be reset. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 46: Dtv / Tv Tuner Setup
Auto Search for TV channels available. The TV will automatically search for analog and digital channels. Once the adjustments are completed press the button repeatedly LAST completely. Version 3/12/2008 PICTURE button to display exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 47: Partial Channel Search
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Version 3/12/2008 buttons to open the TV TUNER SETUP menu and then press button to select this channel to be skipped exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 48: Daylight Saving
The default is English. Press the button to select Español or Français. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 PICTURE button until the www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 49: Sleep Timer
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 50: Input Naming
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Press either the either the letter or number belongs to this place. -
Page 51: Cc (Closed Caption)
Window Color (it gives the color to the area where characters will be displayed on) and finally Window Opacity (allows the area of the characters to be changed) . There are no Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 52: H/V Position
Use the button to adjust the vertical size. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 53: Dtv / Tv Input Parental Control
Press the MENU button to block the highlighted channel. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 PICTURE The default www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 54: Us Tv Rating
L – Adult language S – Sexual situations V - Violence FV – Fantasy violence Press the button to navigate through the TV rating options. Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked). Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 55: Us Movie Rating (For Us)
– Parental guidance – Viewers 14 years or older – Adult programming Press the button to navigate through the Movie rating options. Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked). Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 56: Canadian French Rating
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual button www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 57: Blocked Unrated Programming
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see below) does NOT reset the password. Version 3/12/2008 exit exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 58: Reset All Settings
Press the button to reset the TV to the default factory settings. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password. Version 3/12/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 59: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment
The Setup menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the TV input in section 4.4. The menu difference is that there is no DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 60: Video Input Picture Adjustment
Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the TV input in section 4.4. The menu difference is that there is an auto phase setting under the H/V Position submenu when using Component input. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual The menu The menu www.VIZIO.com... - Page 61 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Auto Phase (for Component input) Press the button to highlight the H/V Position. Press the button and the new H/V Position submenu will be displayed. Press the button to highlight Auto Phase. Press the button to execute this option. The TV will automatically look for the phase of the signal to fine tune the picture.
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Page 62: Video Input Parental Control
Backlight Indicator Bar so you can see the light level between the minimum and maximum available levels. Use the button to adjust the level. Version 3/12/2008 PICTURE exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 63: Brightness
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 64: Color Temperature
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 3/12/2008 exit button to highlight the color you wish to adjust. button to adjust exit www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual... -
Page 65: Position
The Setup menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.4. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments and no Closed Caption. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 66: Understanding Viewing Features
When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this mode, the 4:3 Aspect Ratio (1.33:1 source) display image is stretched horizontally on the left and right sides to fill the TV screen. The center of the image is not stretched. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 67: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Maintenance And Troubleshooting
If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1-877-MYVIZIO (698- techsupport@vizio.com. - Page 68 You switch to a different input The TV remembers the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular input and the screen size changes. (AV-C (Composite), AV-S (S-Video), Component, HDMI and TV). Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
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Page 69: Telephone & Technical Support
Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO’s commitment to service excellence. For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone. Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number and date of purchase available before you call. Version 3/12/2008 The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content. -
Page 70: Compliance
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. interference. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such... -
Page 71: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
CSA C/US, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual 2x Component and stereo audio (one stereo audio shared with Composite input) 3x HDMI v1.3 with HDCP (with stereo audio),... -
Page 72: Glossary - Standard Definitions
(DTV) retailers to reproduce and distribute to consumers on the sales floor. The file may be downloaded online at www.dtv.gov. While you’re there, check out the other useful information in the FCC is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital transition. Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 73: Index
Black Level Extender, 41 Color Temperature (Color Temperature, 41 CTI (Color Transient Improvement, 41 DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction, 40 Flesh Tone, 41 Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 67 Coax (RF) Connecting for DTV, 15 Connecting your Basic Set Top Box, 19 Component... - Page 74 Connecting your DVD Player, 23 Connecting your VCR, 24 Connecting your Video Camera, 24 Technical Specifications, 71 Troubleshooting Guide, 67 Version 3/12/2008 VIZIO VU37L HDTV10A User Manual Audio Adjustment, 43 Parental Control, 53 Picture Adjustment, 38 Special Features, 48 TV Picture Adjust...