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- Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VF550M television purchase. Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your HDTV, 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 High Definition Television.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
VIZIO VF550M 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 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual...
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Page 4: Television Antenna Connection Protection
VIZIO VF550M 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: Table Of Contents
Watching a TV Program ... 29 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ... 30 Program Information ... 31 CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED ADJUSTMENT OF HDTV ... 32 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ... 32 Picture Menu ..33 Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... - Page 6 VIZIO VF550M User Manual Picture Mode..33 Auto Adjust..33 Backlight ..33 Brightness ..33 Contrast ..33 Color..34 Tint ..34 Sharpness..34 Advanced Video...
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Page 7: Package Contents
Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the service life of the electronic components. Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and component damage. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 8: Wall Mounting Your Hdtv
VIZIO VF550M 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. Remove the stand base a. Disconnect the cables from your HDTV. -
Page 9: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT– The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 1, 2, & 3 – Connect digital video devices such as DVD multimedia players or set top boxes through these all digital connectors. There is an additional HDMI port on the side of the 2. -
Page 11: Right-Side Panel Connection
4. Service – Do not insert any device into this port unless instructed by VIZIO Support. Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 12: Vizio Remote Control
VIZIO VF550M User Manual VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE – This button displays program information. POWER ( ) – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. TV – Press this button to select TV. -
Page 13: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control
Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it. Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Wipe it with a clean, damp cloth. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 14: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection Connector Quality (type) -
Page 15: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box
Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to another 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 3/4/2009 SET TOP BOX www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 16: Hdmi Connections For Cable Or Satellite Boxes With Dvi
VIZIO VF550M User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI Turn off the power to the 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 HDMI 4 input at the rear of the HDTV. -
Page 17: Using S-Video (Better)
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. Version 3/4/2009 SET TOP BOX SET TOP BOX SET TOP BOX www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 18: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV Turn on the power to the HDTV. -
Page 19: Connecting Your Dvd Player
HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Cable lengths up to 10 meters are available. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Version 3/4/2009 CD DVD CD DVD www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 20: Using Component Video (Better)
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Using Component Video (Better) Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to an available set of COMPONENT jacks on the back or side of your HDTV. -
Page 21: Using Composite (Av) Video (Good)
You can also connect the VCR or Video Camera to the AV2 connection on the side of the TV. If you use the AV2 connection, press the AV button until AV2 is selected. Version 3/4/2009 CD DVD www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 22: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Connecting an External Receiver/Amp Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the AUDIO OUT audio connectors at the rear of the HDTV. -
Page 23: Connecting A 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 3/4/2009 COMPUTER www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 24: Preset Pc Resolutions
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). -
Page 25: Chapter 3 Using Your Hdtv The First Time
If Retail Mode is selected, the next option will allow you to switch your selection back to Home Mode. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... - Page 26 VIZIO VF550M User Manual Note: At this point, if a set-top box from your cable or satellite service company is being used, press the LAST button on the remote control and skip to Select Input Source in the next section. Otherwise continue with the next step: a.
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Page 27: Select Input Source
You may have to call your provider to get the specific channel when using your HDTV. Some examples of these channels are 105, 106, 115, and 116. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 28: Fine Tuning The Picture
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Fine Tuning the picture 1. Press the MENU button to bring up the Menu display. The Picture Menu is highlighted. Press MENU to select it. Use the ! or ! buttons to scroll to the Advanced Video option. -
Page 29: Watching A Tv Program
HDTV to change the channel. The Channel buttons on the side of the HDTV and on the remote, control will not work if you are watching a program using HDMI, Component, or AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual " buttons on... -
Page 30: Adjusting Basic Hdtv Settings
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings Volume To adjust the volume, press and hold the VOL+ or VOL- button on the side of the HDTV or remote control until the desired level is reached. TV Channels To step up or down through the available TV... -
Page 31: Program Information
(480i SD, 480P SD, 720P HD, 1080i HD), audio channel 1/2 or 2/2 (omitted if alternate channel is not broadcast), language, program title, program start and end time, program rating and if CC is available. Press the GUIDE button one more time to exit the display Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 32: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to navigate to and adjust all settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even after the TV is turned off. -
Page 33: Picture Menu
The Contrast adjusts the white levels in the picture. If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture. Version 3/4/2009 " or CH on the side www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 34: Color
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Color Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Tint The Tint adjusts the hue of the picture. The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and adjust for a realistic appearance. In most cases, the default middle position is correct. If people’s faces look too orange try reducing the level of color first. -
Page 35: Reset Picture Mode
Return all Picture settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press either $ or # to make the selection, and then press MENU to accept it. Note: Only settings under the Picture menu will be reset. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 36: Audio Menu
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Audio Menu 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the side of the TV and the Picture menu will be shown on the screen. " 2. Press either on the remote control or CH of the HDTV to highlight the Audio menu option. -
Page 37: Digital Audio Out
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Digital Audio Out This option allows selection of the type of processing for the SPDIF (Optical connector) when used with a Receiver/Amplifier/Home Theater system. Select to choose from OFF, Dolby Digital or PCM. Note: With DTV input, the optical port will deliver 5.1 surround sound when broadcast. It will not deliver 5.1 surround with any other input selected. -
Page 38: Tv Menu
VIZIO VF550M User Manual TV Menu If Initial Setup was cancelled when you first used your HDTV, or setup has changed (such as switching from Antenna to Cable), channels can be scanned using the TV TUNER setup menu. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the side of the TV and the Picture menu will be shown on the screen. -
Page 39: Time Zone
In POP mode the main screen and sub-screen are of equal size and are positioned side-by-side. Version 3/4/2009 " or CH on the side of " or CH on the side of www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 40: Sleep Timer
VIZIO VF550M User Manual PIP Source Select the input source for the sub-screen. The input sources available will vary according to which input is used for the main screen. PIP Position Select where you want the PIP screen positioned over the main screen. -
Page 41: Input Naming
Caption is displayed) Background Opacity (sets the transparency of the background) Window Color (color of the area where characters are displayed) Window Opacity (transparency of the area where characters are displayed) Version 3/4/2009 button and select www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 42: Parental
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Parental If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV. -
Page 43: Canadian English Rating
If DTV Rating is faded out, then no update is available (the option is not activated in your area). Blocked Unrated Programming Block programming that does not have a rating. Version 3/4/2009 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 44: System Info
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Change the Password Select Access Code Edit to enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote. Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it correctly. Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. -
Page 45: Understanding Viewing Features
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Understanding Viewing Features Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. You can switch viewing modes using the remote control, please follow the instructions on page 30. Viewing Modes Normal 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. -
Page 46: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Troubleshooting
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter 5 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 glass and remote control, and cause paint to peel. -
Page 47: Troubleshooting Guide
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low. Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window. For best image quality, view HD wide-screen programs where possible. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... - Page 48 VIZIO VF550M User Manual Problem You cannot see a picture. You see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound. The picture has abnormal patterns. The display image does not cover the entire screen. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound.
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Page 49: Telephone & Technical Support
ZOOM on the remote control to cycle among the options. Email: techsupport@vizio.com (877) 698-4946 Fax: (949) 585-9563 Saturday – Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm VIZIO Address: 39 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618, USA Web: www.vizio.com www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 50: Compliance
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany Japan FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 51: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
73.8 lbs without stand, 86.3 lbs with stand Version 3/4/2009 2x Component and stereo audio (one stereo audio shared with Composite input) 5x HDMI, 4 back, 1 side 1x RGB 1x USB (service only) Progressive video scan via Component/VGA/HDMI, www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual... -
Page 52: Glossary - Standard Definitions
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Gross Weight 104.2 lbs Certifications CSA, CSA-US, FCC ,Bets-7, AV Safety certificate 60065 Compliances Energy Star 3.0. ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. -
Page 53: Limited Product Warranty
VIZIO VF550M 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 54: Vizio Return Policy
VIZIO VF550M User Manual limited warranty. Installation, removal, transportation and reinstallation of a display, and routine maintenance and cleaning, are not covered by this limited warranty. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR DESCRIBED ABOVE. 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. -
Page 55: Warranty Replacement Procedure
VIZIO VF550M User Manual customer will be provided with an on-site repair authorization number and on-site repair instructions. The determination for performing the on-site repair may be dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one- year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty. -
Page 56: Index
VIZIO VF550M User Manual Index Accessories...7 Adjustments Selecting the Screen Size ...52 Stepping through TV Channels ...30 Volume...9, 30 Advanced Adaptive Luma ...34 Advanced Adjustments ...32 Advanced Video adjustments...34 Attaching the safety strap...8 Audio adjustments...33 Audio Menu Analog Audio Out adjustments...37 Audio Mode adjustments...36... - Page 57 Viewing Modes...45 Wall mounting ...8 Warranty ...53 Warranty services ...7 Watching TV Version 3/4/2009 Basic Adjustments...30 Basic connections ...25 First Startup...25 Getting your Programs ...29 Program Information ...31 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550M User Manual...