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Vizio JV50P User Manual

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Version 5/21/2007
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO JV50P High
Definition Plasma Television purchase.
you for your support.
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-
techsupport@vizio.com
mail us at
To purchase or inquire about accessories and
installation services for your VIZIO Plasma HDTV,
please visit our website at
call toll free at 888-VIZIO-23 (888-849-4623).
We recommend you register your VIZIO JV50P
HDTV10A either at our website
or fill in your registration card and mail it in. For
peace of mind and to protect your investment
beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-
site extended warranty service plans.
plans
give
additional
standard warranty period. Visit our website or call
us to purchase a plan.
Write down the serial number located on the back
of your JV50P.
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  • Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO JV50P High Definition Plasma Television purchase. you for your support. 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.
  • Page 2 • Do not place the JV50P Plasma HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the JV50P Plasma HDTV falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the JV50P Plasma HDTV.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    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 HDTV.
  • Page 5 Preparing Your Plasma HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO JV50P can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the JV50P on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ... 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Side Panel Controls...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ...14 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...14 1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...14 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...
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  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    1.2 Side Panel Controls (Power) – Switch the JV50P HDTV10A on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to the JV50P HDTV10A off. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). If a sub-menu is active, pressing this button will return to the previous menu level.

  • Page 9: 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-VIZIO-23 (888-849-4623).
  • Page 10 Speakers cannot be connected directly to here. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 11: Vizio Universal Remote Control

    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.
  • Page 12 LAST – This button recalls the previously viewed channel. MUTE – This button turns the sound on and off. CH (+ or -) – These buttons change the channels up or down. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Note: this www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 13 Press this button to switch the audio from the main screen to the sub-screen while in PIP or POP mode. Used to swap the inputs from the main screen and the sub-screen while in PIP/POP mode. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Note: in RGB/PC This button also starts www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 14: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    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.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment

    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. Connection Connector Quality (type) Best (digital)

  • Page 16: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    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 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual for detailed information. www.VIZIO.com www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 17: 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 Plasma HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIO-23 (1-888-849-4623) for details.
  • Page 18 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 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 19: Using Component Video

    Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area. b) 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 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 20: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    TV button (below the WIDE 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 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 21: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your JV50P; HDMI, Component, AV (S- Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO JV50P for optimal results.
  • Page 22 Select HDMI3 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 23: Using Component Video

    Component 1 input for the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area. Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 24: Using Composite (Av) Video

    You may use the AV2 input group (orange color area) if you wish. Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 25: Connecting A Pc Computer

    60.317 46.9 53.7 85.06 48.4 60.01 60.0 75.03 47.7 60.00 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set your pc computer timing mode to VESA 1366x768 60Hz. Please refer to the pc or graphic card’s...

  • Page 26: Connecting The 5.1 Wireless Surround Sound

    VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.8 Connecting the 5.1 Wireless Surround Sound The JV50P is the first HDTV to giving a full HD experience by providing beautiful High Definition visual experience and an awesome High Definition 5.1 Surround Sound audible experience.

  • Page 27: Pairing Procedure

    HDTV off and on so the wireless system wireless channel. offending equipment wireless channel it is using. Version 5/21/2007 wireless speaker other equipment will automatically If this does not work you must locate turn www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual system receives scan clear change...

  • Page 28: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    Plasma HDTV will now be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. 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 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 29: Using Optical Audio

    Off so that the sound from the Plasma HDTV will now be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. Note: Refer to your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 30: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    4 (above) to select the correct input source. a. The screen will show ‘snow’ and the first Initial Setup OSD panel. Press the OK button on the remote control. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 31 If you do not want to scan for channels at this time, press the the remote to highlight Skip Scan and then press the OK button. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual button on button to button on www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 32 When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to informed that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. Press the OK button on the remote control to exit and begin watching TV. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual to get www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 33: 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 34: Program Information

    Plasma HDTV. Program Information: Provided by Broadcaster Program Closed Caption Rating is available Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Audio is Stereo TV Channel Number NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV) www.VIZIO.com Station Name: provided by Broadcaster...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv

    Repeat steps 2 through 5 to adjust additional options within this menu. Once the adjustments are completed press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual TV Tuner Setup button on the remote control or the www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 36: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    Use the button to adjust the level. The Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Version 5/21/2007 PICTURE button to highlight button to adjust the level. button to adjust the level. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual...

  • Page 37: Tint

    Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before. Use the button to adjust the color. Press the OK button when finished. Repeat the procedure to adjust the other colors if desired. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual button to adjust the level. button www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 38: Advanced Video

    Average Picture Level (APL) and the overall picture will look too dark; activation of this feature will raise the APL to counteract this effect. Press the Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Use this feature to increase the picture button to choose from the Off, Low, Medium or Strong setting.

  • Page 39: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    Version 5/21/2007 PICTURE button to display button to adjust for bass boost or attenuation. button to adjust for treble boost or attenuation. button to set the DRC to Off, ¼, ½, ¾ or Full. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual...

  • Page 40: Wireless Speakers

    5.1 Surround Sound. If the JV50P is receiving stereo from any program or input it will play it through all the speakers as Simulated Surround Sound. If you prefer to listen to stereo as stereo sound you can turn-off the Wireless Speakers and the sound will only play through the left and right speakers of the HDTV.

  • Page 41: Speaker Locati0N

    In this menu you can set the distance you will be sitting from the speakers and the JV50P will adjust the audio delay so that the sound from each speaker will reach your ear at the correct time.

  • Page 42: Dtv / Tv Tuner Setup

    4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your JV50P you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the TV TUNER SETUP menu.

  • Page 43: Dtv / Tv Input Setup

    POP mode or PIP when AUX IN is the main screen. If not main screen, you will get a small blank (black) Version 5/21/2007 PICTURE button until the screen with www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual button to choose the input source for audio sound.

  • Page 44: Sleep Timer

    Small, Medium or Large. See section 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control for the button AUDIO which you can use to switch the audio source from the main screen (default) to the sub screen, and the button SWAP which you use to switch the main screen input source to the sub-screen and vice-versa.

  • Page 45: Image Cleaner

    To remove this image the JV50P has an Image Cleaner function and you may choose this to remove the ghost image. You may let the...

  • Page 46: Tv Rating

    NC-17 – No one under 17 years of age X – No one under 17 years of age Press the button to navigate through the Movie rating options. Press the (locked) or allow (unlocked). Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com button to block button to block...

  • Page 47: Blocked Unrated Programming

    Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see page 37) does NOT reset the password. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 48: Hdmi Input Setup

    VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments.

  • Page 49: Video Input Setup

    Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the TV input in section 4.3.5. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual The menu The menu www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 50 Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum and maximum available levels. Use the Version 5/21/2007 The menu PICTURE button to highlight button to adjust the level. button to adjust the level. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 51 Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before. Use the button to adjust the color. Press the OK button when finished. Repeat the procedure to adjust the other colors if desired. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual button to adjust the level. button www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 52: Fine Tune

    PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.3.5. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments and no Closed Caption. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual button to adjust the tuning. www.VIZIO.com button to adjust...
  • Page 53 Note: Viewing modes are saved based on input. widescreen mode and then watched TV in standard mode. When you switch back to DVD input, the viewing mode will return to widescreen. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual For example, you lasted watched a DVD in www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 54 Remote Control You can program the remote control to work with up to four different pieces of equipment including your VIZIO VM60P HDTV. Listed below are the steps for programming your VCR, Cable Box and DVD Player. 5.1.1 Programming for VCR 1.
  • Page 55 5.2 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to work your Plasma HDTV. To use a cable or satellite remote to work the Plasma HDTV, refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for more information on how to program the remote.
  • Page 56 Cleaning the Screen Use the VIZIO soft cotton cloth (included) to gently clean the screen. The screen glass is very fragile. Do not scrape it with any sharp object. Do not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking. When the screen is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting Guide

    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-(949) 428-2525 or techsupport@vizio.com...
  • Page 58 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 5/21/2007...
  • Page 59 End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 60: Specifications

    48.8” W x 33.7” H x 11.5” D with stand; 48.8” W x 32.2” H x 4.1” D without stand Net Weight 126 lbs with stand; 116 lbs without stand Gross Weight 158.7 lbs Certifications CSA/CSA-US, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 5/21/2007 (typical) www.VIZIO.com VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 61 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 7.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3):300DHigh-De] 5 J n s Version 5/21/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 62 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 7.3 Equipment Program Codes for Remote Version 5/21/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 63 21972 20042 Sylvania 20035, 20081, 20043 Systemax 21972 Tagar Systems 21972 Tashiko 20037 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s Tatung 20045, 20067 Technics 20035, 20162 Teco 20035, 20037, 20048, 20038 Teknika 20035, 20037 Tivo 20636, 20618,...
  • Page 64 Hisense 01535 Hitachi 00819, 00222, 01250 00775 Hughes Network 01142, 00749, Systems 01749, 01442 I-Lo 01535 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for Satellite Receivers 00775 01414, 01226 Magnavox 00724, 00722 Memorex 00724 Mitsubishi 00749 Motorola 00869...
  • Page 65 20770 Shinco 20717 Shinsonic 20533 Sonic Blue 20869, 21099 Sony 20533, 20864, 21033, 21904, 21903 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for DVD Players 20717 Sylvania 20675 Symphonic 20675 Teac 20717, 21984, 20809 Technics 20490 Theta Digital...
  • Page 66 31360 Glory Horse 31263 Harman/Kardon 30110 Hitachi 31273 Inkel 30027 Integra 30135 30110 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for Audio Amp/Tuners 30074, 31263 Kenwood 31313, 31570, 30027 31428 Magnavox 31189, 31269, 30531 Marantz 31189, 31269, 30039...
  • Page 67 10093 Fujitsu 10809, 10853 Funai 10180, 10171, 11904 Furi 10145 Futuretech 10180 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Gateway 11756, 11755 11447, 10047, 11454, 10051, 10451, 10180, 10030, 10178, 11917, 10092, 11907, 11922 Gibralter 10017, 10030...
  • Page 68 Prism 10051 Proscan 11447, 10047, 11922 Proton 10030, 10178 Pulsar 10017 Qingdao Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Quasar 10250, 10051, 11924, 10650 RadioShack 10047, 10154, 10180, 10030, 10178, 11920, 11904 11447, 10047, 11454, 10000,...
  • Page 69 10463 VIZIO 11758, 11756, 10885, 10864 Vector Research 10030 Victor 10250, 10053, 10650 Vidikron 10054 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Vidtech 10178 Viewsonic 11755, 10885, 10864 Wards 10054, 10030, 10178, 10866, 11156 Warumaia 10661...
  • Page 70 Connecting your Basic Set-Top Box, 20 Connecting your DVD Player, 24 Composite Video Connecting your VCR, 24 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Connecting your Video Camera, Controls Front Panel, 8 Side Panel, 8 Audio Adjustment, 39 Parental Control, 46...
  • Page 71 Screen Size explanation, 54 Setup, 43 Image Cleaner, 45 Language, 43 PIP, 43 POP, 43 Version 5/21/2007 VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Reset, 45 Technical Specifications, 61 Troubleshooting Guide, 57 Audio Adjustment, 39 Parental Control, 46 Picture Adjustment, 36 Setup, 43...

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