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  • Page 1 XVT3D424SV / XVT3D474SV / XVT3D554SV USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 RealD 3D Certified. SRS TruSurround HD and SRS TruVolume are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default”...
  • Page 3 Welcome! Congratulations on your new VIZIO LED LCD 3D HDTV. To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference. For assistance, call 1-877-MYVIZIO (1-877-849-4623), or contact us at www.VIZIO.com/support.
  • Page 4 Important Safety Information for Viewing 3D Content You may experience discomfort while watching 3D content. You may feel symptoms of eye strain, vision fatigue, color or depth distortion, motion sickness, nausea, dizziness, disorientation, or other discomforts. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop watching and take a break for at least thirty minutes before resuming.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Your DTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your DTV from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your DTV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your DTV.
  • Page 6 be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. • The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. •...

  • Page 7: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    Television Antenna Connection Protection 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, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,...

  • Page 8: Dtv Transition Advisory

    DTV Transition Advisory 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 9: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1: Installing the TV ... 1 Installing the TV Stand ... 1 Installing the TV on a Wall ... 3 Chapter 2: Controls and Connections ... 4 Using the Jag Wheel Control ... 6 Using the Quick Menu ... 6 Remote Control Buttons ...
  • Page 10 Adjusting the Tuner Settings ... 29 Setting the Tuner Mode ... 29 Scanning for Channels ... 30 Adding New Channels ... 30 Skipping Channels ... 31 Changing the Audio Language ... 31 Changing the Names of the Inputs ... 32 Activating Game Mode ...
  • Page 11 Creating and Managing User Profiles ... 45 Creating an Owner PIN... 45 Creating a New User Profile ... 45 Removing a User Profile ... 46 Restoring the VIA Dock to the Factory Default Settings ... 47 Chapter 7: Viewing 3D Content ... 48 What You Need to View 3D Content ...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Save the carton and packing material. It may be useful if your device needs to be shipped for warranty service. VIZIO 3D HDTV with Stand XVT3D424SV / XVT3D474SV / XVT3D554SV QUI C K START GUI D E XVT3D424SV / XVT3D474SV / XVT3D554SV...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Installing The Tv

    Chapter 1: Installing the TV After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package contents, you can begin installing the TV. Your TV can be installed in two ways: • On a flat surface, using the included stand •...
  • Page 14 3. Move the TV with attached stand into an upright position and place on a flat, level, and stable surface. 4. To help prevent the TV from falling over, attach one end of the included safety cable to the wall behind the TV.

  • Page 15: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the chart below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model: Screw Size XVT3D424SV XVT3D474SV XVT3D554SV Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2: Controls And Connections

    Chapter 2: Controls and Connections Before the first-time setup, take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the various controls and connections. This will make the setup process much faster and your experience with the TV much more enjoyable! Remote Control Sensor Remote Control Sensor VIZIO Light The VIZIO logo lights up white when the TV is powered on.
  • Page 17 Component Ethernet Composite AV RGB PC Audio Audio Out (Optical) Audio Out (L/R) HDMI (1,2,3,4) RGB PC Video DTV/TV Rear Panel Detail Ethernet Connect an ethernet cable to access a network or the Internet. Composite AV Connect composite AV device. Component Connect component video/audio devices.

  • Page 18: Using The Jag Wheel Control

    Using the Jag Wheel Control The Jag Wheel is an innovative, all-in-one control on the side of your HDTV that performs functions you might see as buttons on other TVs. Functions including volume up/down, power, input source, and channel up/down have been combined into a single Quick Menu controlled by the Jag Wheel. Jag Wheel To power the TV on or off: •...
  • Page 19 Input A/V Controls List Exit Back Volume Up/Down Mute (See opposite page for button descriptions.) Device Power/Standby Power/Standby Info Menu Arrow Guide VIA Shortcuts Channel Up/Down Last Number Pad Arrow QUERTY Keypad VIA Shortcuts Move/Delete App from VIA Dock Change Screen Size (when VIA Sidebar is open) View Settings for Active VIA App Exit App/Exit VIA Dock...

  • Page 20: Remote Control Buttons

    Remote Control Buttons Power/Standby: Turn the TV on or off. Info: Display the Info Window. See Using the Info Window on page 42. Arrow: Navigate the on-screen menu and episode guide. OK: Select highlighted menu option. Menu: Display the on-screen menu. See Chapter 5: Using the On-Screen Menu Exit: Close the on-screen menu.

  • Page 21: Replacing The Batteries

    Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. •...

  • Page 22: Using The Remote For Your Other Devices

    Using the Remote for Your Other Devices The included remote can be used as a universal remote to control your other devices. See Using Guided Setup on page 41 to set up the remote for use with your other devices. • The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Chapter 3: Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Before you begin the first-time setup: • Your TV should be installed. See Chapter 1: Installing the TV on page 1 . •...
  • Page 24 4. Use the OK and Arrow Up/Down buttons on the remote to read and accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for Yahoo! TV Widgets. When you are finished, highlight Next and press OK. 5. Select the name of your wireless network from the list of available networks and press OK.
  • Page 25 8. Choose the device you would like to connect. Answer the on-screen questions about your TV connection using the Arrows and OK button on the remote. 9. When you have finished adding devices, highlight Exit to Live TV and press OK.

  • Page 26: Chapter 4: Connecting Your Devices To The Tv

    Chapter 4: Connecting Your Devices to the TV Your 3D HDTV can be easily connected to an external device: • DVD or Blu-Ray player • Video game console • Cable box • External antenna • Or other device To connect an external device to the 3D HDTV, you must first verify that the external device has one of the following types of video ports: HDMI Port RF Port...

  • Page 27: Choosing The Correct Connection

    Choosing the Correct Connection Use the table below to choose the connection with the highest possible picture quality. Use a digital connection when possible. Picture Quality Connector Image BEST BETTER GOOD Connector Name HDMI RF/Coaxial RF/Coaxial Component Composite Digital/Analog Digital Analog Digital Analog...

  • Page 28: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices Once you have determined the best available connection type on both your device and the TV, ensure you have the corresponding cable. For the port locations on your TV, see Chapter 2: Controls and Connections on page 4 . To connect a device to the TV: 1.
  • Page 29 Device Connection Chart...

  • Page 30: Setting Up Your Network Connection

    Setting Up Your Network Connection Your TV is internet-ready, and can be connected to your home network in two ways: • Wired, using the RJ45 (ethernet) connector on the back panel • Wirelessly, using your home wireless network Once you have connected to your home network and the Internet, you can use VIA apps to deliver popular online content to your TV.

  • Page 31: Chapter 5: Using The On-Screen Menu

    Chapter 5: Using the On-Screen Menu Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. You can also open the on-screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then pressing OK.

  • Page 32: Changing The Screen Aspect Ratio

    SBS - Displays side-by-side 3D. TB - Displays top/bottom 3D. Sensio - Displays Sensio 3D. 5. The TV displays, “3D viewing mode enabled. Please wear 3D glasses.” Put on your 3D glasses and turn them on. You can also quickly change the 3D display mode by pressing the 3D button on the remote. Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, Normal, and Stretch.

  • Page 33: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    Setting Up Closed Captioning Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue. If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast with closed captions, the TV will not display them.

  • Page 34: Using The Sleep Timer

    • Text Size - Adjust the size of the text. • Color - Change the color of the text. • Opacity - Change the transparency of the text. • BG Color - Change the background color. • BG Opacity - Change the transparency of the background. •...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Tv Settings

    Adjusting the TV Settings From the TV Settings Menu, you can: • Change the input source • Adjust the picture settings • Adjust the audio settings • Adjust the tuner settings • Name device inputs • Activate Game Mode • Set the parental controls •...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    Adjusting the Picture Settings Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. To adjust the picture settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the TV Settings icon and press OK.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Advanced Picture Settings

    Sharpness - Adjusts the edge sharpness of picture elements. It can be used to sharpen non-HD (high definition) content; however, it will not produce detail that does not otherwise exist. Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings To adjust the advanced picture settings: 1.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Color Temperature

    Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture. To adjust the color temperature: 1. From the Picture Settings Menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight More, then press OK. 2.

  • Page 39: Resetting The Picture Settings

    Auto Adjust - Automatically adjusts display image to optimal size and position. (RGB input only.) Horiz. Position - Adjusts the horizontal (left/right) position of the display image. Vertical Position - Adjusts the vertical (up/down) position of the display image. Horizontal Size - Adjusts the width of the display image. Fine Tune - Adjusts the height of the display image.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Advanced Audio Settings

    TV Speakers - Turns the built-in speakers on or off. Advanced Audio - See Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings on page 28. Bluetooth Audio - Turns the built-in Bluetooth transmitter on or off. Equalizer Settings - Adjusts the boost or attenuation of different frequencies. (This setting is only available when SRS TruSurround HD is set to Off.) Reset Audio Mode - Restores the audio settings to the factory defaults.

  • Page 41: Resetting The Audio Settings

    external audio device. 3. When you have finished adjusting the advanced audio settings, press the EXIT button on the remote. Resetting the Audio Settings To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 42: Scanning For Channels

    Scanning for Channels Before the TV can detect and display channels and their associated information, you must scan for channels. A channel scan may also be necessary when the TV has been moved to an area where different free-to-air broadcast television channels are available. 1.

  • Page 43: Skipping Channels

    Skipping Channels After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some channels you do not want to view. You can remove these channels from the TV’s memory with the Skip Channel feature. Channels that have been removed with the Skip Channel feature can still be viewed if the channel is entered using the Number Pad.

  • Page 44: To Use Digital Mts Feature

    To use the Digital MTS feature: 1. From the Tuner Settings menu, highlight Digital MTS and press OK. The Digital MTS menu is displayed. 2. Select your preferred language: English, French, or Spanish. Press OK. 3. Press the EXIT button on the remote. Changing the Names of the Inputs To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs.

  • Page 45: Activating Game Mode

    Activating Game Mode Game mode optimizes the TV for use as a video game display. When Game Mode is on, the video and audio synchronization is improved for video games. To turn Game Mode on or off: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 46: Enabling Or Disabling Program Ratings

    Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings To manage program content according to its rating, you must enable the Program Rating feature. To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: 1. From the Parental Controls menu, highlight Rating Enable and press OK. The Rating Enable menu is displayed.

  • Page 47: Changing The Parental Control Passcode

    2. For each rating type you want to block or unblock, use the Up/Down and Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the rating type and press OK. • When the rating type is blocked, the Lock icon appears locked. Content with this rating cannot be viewed.

  • Page 48: Changing The On-Screen Menu Language

    Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. To change the on-screen menu language: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the TV Settings icon and press OK.

  • Page 49: Using Picture-In-Picture (Pip) / Picture-Outside-Picture (Pop)

    Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) / Picture-Outside-Picture (POP) Your TV features PIP and POP modes. These features allow you to watch two input sources at the same time. When using PIP, the main input is displayed on the full screen, and the secondary is displayed in a smaller window.

  • Page 50: Using The Network Connection Menu

    Using the Network Connection Menu Your TV is internet-ready, featuring both an ethernet port and built-in high-speed wireless-N. Connecting to a Wireless Network To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is being broadcast: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.

  • Page 51: Changing The Advanced Network Settings

    Changing the Advanced Network Settings Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature. To change advanced network settings: 1. From the Network Connection menu, highlight Manual Setup and press OK. The Change Settings menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 52: Using The Help Menu

    4. If you are pairing the included Bluetooth remote, hold down both the Green VIA Shortcut button and the Record button for 5 seconds. If you are pairing a different Bluetooth device, place the device in “discoverable” mode as per the device instructions. 5.

  • Page 53: Restoring The Tv To Factory Default Settings

    Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. If you restore the TV to the factory-default settings, all changes you have made to the settings will be lost! To restore the TV to its factory default settings: 1.

  • Page 54: Using The Digital Episode Guide

    Using the Digital Episode Guide Your TV features an on-screen digital episode guide. This guide displays program information broadcast by digital television stations as well as the current time and date. To use the digital episode guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote. While viewing the digital episode guide, use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to change the channel.

  • Page 55: Chapter 6: Using Vizio Internet Apps

    Chapter 6: Using VIZIO Internet Apps VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) delivers popular online content to your TV. VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, and more–all on demand! A high-speed Internet connection is required to receive product updates and to access online content.

  • Page 56: Moving An App On The Via Dock

    Moving an App on the VIA Dock You can personalize your VIA Dock by moving Apps. To move an App: 1. Press the VIA button on the remote. 2. Highlight a VIA App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote.

  • Page 57: Creating And Managing User Profiles

    Creating and Managing User Profiles User profiles allow you to keep a customized set of Apps in the VIA Dock. For each profile you create, a different set of Apps and App settings are saved. Creating an Owner PIN Creating an owner PIN allows you to restrict access to the Administrative Controls menu in the Profile App.

  • Page 58: Removing A User Profile

    6. Highlight the Name field and press OK. 7. Enter your name using the QUERTY Keyboard on the remote or the on-screen keyboard, then press OK. The Create Profile menu is displayed. 8. Highlight Avatar and press OK. The Avatar menu is displayed. 9.

  • Page 59: Restoring The Via Dock To The Factory Default Settings

    Restoring the VIA Dock to the Factory Default Settings The VIA Dock, and all of its installed Widgets can be restored to the factory default settings. If you restore the TV to the factory-default settings, all changes you have made to the settings will be lost! To restore the VIA Dock to the factory default settings: 1.

  • Page 60: Chapter 7: Viewing 3D Content

    Chapter 7: Viewing 3D Content Your TV can display several types of 3D content: • Full HD 3D (Active-shutter 3D) • Side by Side (SBS) • Top/Bottom (TB) • Sensio Read the important 3D safety information at the beginning of this User Guide before using 3D. What You Need to View 3D Content To view 3D content, you will need: •...

  • Page 61: How Vizio 3D Works

    How VIZIO 3D Works Our eyes have space between them, so when we look around, we see two slightly different pictures. We never notice, because we are able to combine these pictures into one three- dimensional image. The VIZIO 3D HDTV takes advantage of this phenomenon to create a stunning 3D image. When displaying 3D content, the 3D HDTV actually displays a high-definition image for one eye, then quickly switches to a high-definition image for the other eye.

  • Page 62: Watching Full Hd 3D Content

    Watching Blu-ray 3D Content To view Blu-ray 3D content: 1. Ensure you have the following equipment: • 3D Blu-ray player • VIZIO Full HD 3D Glasses • Blu-ray 3D disc • 3D-compliant HDMI cable 2. Ensure the 3D Blu-ray player and your TV are connected with the 3D-compliant HDMI cable.

  • Page 63: Appendix A: Troubleshooting And Technical Support

    Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than due to a defect. If you are experiencing a problem when using your TV, try to fix the issue using this troubleshooting guide. If, after using this troubleshooting guide, you are still experiencing an issue with your TV, contact VIZIO’s Support Department.

  • Page 64: The Screen Is Black

    The screen is black. • Make sure the ON/OFF switch is turned to ON, then press the Power button on the remote or TV. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source. • Ensure the TV’s battery is fully charged. See Getting Started for instructions on plugging the TV in.

  • Page 65: My 3D Content Is Displayed As Two Separate Images

    My 3D content is displayed as two separate images. • Enable SBS (side-by-side) 3D Mode. See Changing the 3D Mode on page 19. I cannot access VIZIO Internet Apps, or my Apps are not working correctly. • Press the VIA button on the remote. •...

  • Page 66: Appendix B: Specifications

    PC Inputs 3D Supported Format 3D Standard Type Internet Connectivity Bluetooth Audio Outputs Number of Speakers XVT3D424SV XVT3D474SV 42” 42.02” 40.15 x 27.91 x 9.05” 45.22 x 30.63 x 10.62” 40.15 x 25.83 x 2.32” 45.22 x 28.89 x 2.95”...
  • Page 67 XVT3D424SV Watts per Channel Surround/ SRS TruSurround HD Simulated Surround Sound Leveller SRS TruVolume Language Options English, Spanish, French Remote Control Type Ambient Light Sensor Energy Star 4.1 Qualified Power Mercury Free CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B, BQB, Certifications HDMI 1.4A including...

  • Page 68: Appendix C: Warranty

    Appendix C: Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use.
  • Page 69 NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

  • Page 70: Appendix D: Legal & Compliance

    Appendix D: Legal & Compliance 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 71 Activating the Bluetooth Remote Control 9 Adaptive Luma 25 Adding a New App 44 Adding New Channels 30 Advanced Audio Settings 28 Advanced Network Settings 39 Advanced Picture Settings 25 Ambient Light Sensor 25 Audio Language 31 Audio Settings 27 Auto Adjust 27 Auto Channel Scan 30 Backlight 24...
  • Page 72 System Information 40 Testing Your Network Connection 39 Time Zone 36 Tint 24 Tuner Mode 29 Tuner Settings Menu 29 TV Settings Menu 23 TV Stand 1 User Profiles 45 Vertical Position 27 VIA Dock 43 VIA Shortcut Buttons 43 Vivid mode 24 VIZIO Internet Apps 43 wall mount 3...
  • Page 74 XVT3D424/474/554 QSG XVT3D424/474/554 MANUAL TRADEMARKS SHOWN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS. IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE, AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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