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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO High Definition LCD Television
purchase. This User Manual covers VA370M model; for any specific,
please refer to the specification sheets in Chapter 5. 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
HDTV.
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  • Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO High Definition LCD Television purchase. This User Manual covers VA370M model; for any specific, please refer to the specification sheets in Chapter 5. 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.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and 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.
  • Page 3 Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV. Your HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture. Your HDTV is dropped or damaged in any way. The performance of your HDTV changes substantially. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 4 VIZIO VA370M 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.

  • Page 5: Fcc Bulletin For New Tv Owners

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners 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.

  • Page 6: Opening The Package

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO HDTV 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 your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.

  • Page 7: Tv Setup And Stand Assembly

    : Do not apply pressure to the screen or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 8 VIZIO VA370M User Manual Additional certified accessories sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO HDTV. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 9: Preparing Your Lcd Hdtv For Wall Mounting

    The screw type required is metric M6, 12mm pitch. The length of the screws will depend on the thickness plate being attached to the TV. To find the perfect mount for your HDTV, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ... 11 Front Panel ... 11 Side Panel Controls... 11 Rear and Side Panel Connections ... 12 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ... 14 Remote Control Range ...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT– The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer when powered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor.

  • Page 12: Rear And Side Panel Connections

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections Rear Panel Connection Color Code HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 SERVICE ONLY OPTICAL OUT COMP 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) COMP 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) DTV/TV (Cable/Antenna) RGB PC /PC...
  • Page 13 (white and red) need to be connected in order to hear the program. Connecting a headset to this output allows to privately Black hearing the sound of the program being watched without disturbing other people around in the room. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-...

  • Page 14: Vizio Universal Remote Control

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Remote Control is used to control the operation and navigate the OSD menu of this TV. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. INFO – This button turns the image and system information on or off.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Range

    If the housing or remote control is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display. Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Your HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital signals. Connection Quality Connector (type) Best (digital) Best (digital) - - - - - - - - -...

  • Page 17: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box

    HDMI1 input for the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to the HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI connection. 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 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 18 VIZIO VA370M User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI: Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI2 Input (green color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.

  • Page 19: Using Component Video

    Comp 1 input for the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Comp 2 connections on the side of the TV. 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 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 20: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV.

  • Page 21: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Tv

    Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the “Antenna In” connector on the rear of your VCR. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 22: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VA370M – HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 23: For Dvd Players With Dvi

    The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors on the rear of the TV. Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 24: Using Component Video

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.

  • Page 25: Using S-Video (Av)

    Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the 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 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 26: Using Composite (Av) Video

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD Player (Good): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV input row (red color area) of connectors at the side of the LCD HDTV.

  • Page 27: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    For Pause/Live TV a high speed FAT32 storage device is also needed; preferable, new and memory emptied device for a better performance at least a 1Gb of memory device must be used. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 28: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Connecting an external Receiver/Amp If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the TV. This is active when receiving audio with the programs being viewed no matter what input is being used.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Pc (Computer)

    Refer to your pc computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 30: Preset Pc Resolutions

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).

  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    6. Press the MENU/SELECT button to confirm your choice. 7. Next screen will provide you the option to select your Time Zone, press # or $ to select your choice. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm the selection. Version 7/23/2009 showing www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 32 VIZIO VA370M User Manual If your Time Zone observes the daylight savings, the next display will give the choice to select or no select it. Highlight your choice and press MENU/SELECT button to confirm your selection. 8. At this point if you have an outdoor antenna or use a cable service (No set-top box), the signal source can be selected.

  • Page 33: Selecting Inputs

    Contrast Enhancement, Color Stretch and DCR are switchable On or Off, and Color Temperature has selections of Cool, PC, Normal and Custom. Make the desired changes and exit the menu by pressing EXIT on the remote control. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 34: Using The Info Guide

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Using the INFO Guide 1. Press INFO on the remote to display program information for the channel you are watching. 2. Press INFO to exit or wait for it to disappear automatically. The following information is displayed when the INFO key is pressed: Date &...

  • Page 35: Watching A Tv Program

    HDTV to adjust the item. 5. Press EXIT when finished making adjustments. 6. Press ! to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD. Version 7/23/2009 Note: The Channel buttons, on the side of the www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 36: Using The Navigation Wheel

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Using the Navigation Wheel The Navigation Wheel on the remote control is designed to make the use of the OSD easier for you, as shown below: The MENU/SELECT key functions as an On switch, it activates the OSD screen when pressed once. If the OSD is already displayed, the function of this key is to select the highlighted option.

  • Page 37: Unique Tv Features

    Skip Input (selecting this option will allow you to bypass non-used inputs when pressing the Input key on the remote control), this option is applicable to all inputs, except DTV/TV. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 38 VIZIO VA370M User Manual Pause-Live-TV (PLT) service without set-top box, or antenna) being watched and then to resume watching it at the point the TV was paused. operate this feature: II pauses the live program and starts recording for up to 29 minutes, "...

  • Page 39: Adjusting Settings

    (elapsed time between songs), Shuffle, Music Mode (energy savings mode; if selected on Entertainment Mode, the displayed pictures will be darker), Entertainment Mode (music and slide show) and Full Screen. Version 7/23/2009 This option allows to set up the options on how you would like www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 40 VIZIO VA370M User Manual Adjusting Channels settings If you did not set up your HDTV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens or if your setup has changed, you can do so from the TV menu. Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Picture

    5. Reset Picture – This option allows the user to reset any changed value in the Picture menu to the factory value without altering other menu settings. Version 7/23/2009 diminishes picture artifacts caused by the digitizing of moving www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Adjusting the Picture Settings Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments. Press ! to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    Reset Audio – This option allows the reset of any changes done to these parameters within the Audio menu. Version 7/23/2009 –- Turn the simulated surround feature On or Off. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual provides the listener with...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Parental Control Settings

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Adjusting the Parental Control settings When viewing a DTV / TV or a component, or AV source, the following parental control OSD screens are available within the Parental Control OSD menu. Parental Control options are not available when viewing an HDMI source.
  • Page 45 Version 7/23/2009 This option allows blocking of unrated content. TV Rating Content Definitions A – All subratings D – Sexual dialog L – Adult language S – Sexual situations V - Violence FV – Fantasy violence www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 46 VIZIO VA370M User Manual USA - Movie – This option allows blocking of movies based on ratings established by the MPAA. Select the desired rating and press MENU/SELECT to block (locked) or unblock (unlocked). Movie Rating Definitions: – General audience PG –...
  • Page 47 Enter the password a second time to confirm you entered it correctly. NOTE: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Settings

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Adjusting the Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following setup adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. NOTE: When a computer is the source, the CC option is not available.

  • Page 49: Understanding Viewing Modes

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Understanding Viewing Modes Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. Expanded Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio.

  • Page 50: Chapter 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Important Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the TV. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen and remote control, and cause paint to peel.
  • Page 51 If you are using TV, AV1, AV2 or Component with 480i input, use the WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. Version 7/23/2009 video input source’s specifications www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual with your...

  • Page 52: Telephone & Technical Support

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Problem Solution You can see a picture but Make sure that the volume is not turned down. you cannot hear sound. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly.

  • Page 53: Compliance

    The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. interference. Version 7/23/2009 BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...

  • Page 54: Chapter 5 Specifications

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Specifications Chapter 5 Specifications Panel 37” Diagonal (37” Diagonal Viewing Area), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920x1080pixels Pixel Pitch 0.4268mm (H) x 0.4268mm (V) Display Compatibility 1080p HDTV Colors 16.7 Million (8-bit) Brightness 500 cd/m (typical) Contrast...

  • Page 55: Glossary – Standard Definitions

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio”, that is, the screen width as compared to its height. For example, a “32 inch TV screen”...

  • Page 56: Limited Product Warranty

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual Limited Product Warranty VIZIO provides a “ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY” against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of a new VIZIO display purchased from an authorized VIZIO U.S. reseller and used in the fifty (50) United States or Puerto Rico.

  • Page 57: Vizio Return Policy

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES...

  • Page 58: Warranty Replacement Procedure

    VIZIO VA370M User Manual On-site repair service is requested through VIZIO's third-party service provider. After VIZIO provides the customer with the on-site repair (OSR) authorization number, the third-party service provider will contact the customer and will schedule the repair at the customer's location. The total approximate time for the...

  • Page 59: Index

    HDMI 2 jack, 12 Inputs Antenna, 4 Installation Preparation, 8 Wall Mounting, 8 language selecting OSD, 48 movie ratings blocking, 46 Stereo, SAP, Mono, 40 Normal aspect ratio, 49 On-Screen Display, 36 selecting language, 48 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VA370M User Manual...
  • Page 60 VIZIO VA370M User Manual OSD, 36 Brightness Adjustment, 54 Color Adjustment, 16 Contrast Adjustment, 54 selecting language, 48 Outputs Using an external Receiver/Amp, 28 parental control access code edit, 47 channel block, 44 movie rating, 46 options, 44 password changing, 47...
  • Page 61 VIZIO VA370M User Manual Version 7/23/2009 www.VIZIO.com...

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