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  • Page 1 V-Series ™ User Manual Model: V656-G4...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Getting to Know Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Accessing the Parental Controls Menu .
  • Page 3 Clean only with dry cloth . temperature, condensation may form in the housing . Wait before turning on product, visit our website at www .VIZIO .com or call toll free at (877) 698-4946 . your TV to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.
  • Page 4 • Do not overload power strips and extension cords . Overloading can result in electric shock . When your TV will not be used for an extended period of time, • Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple fire or electric shock.
  • Page 5 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 Ground Clamp...
  • Page 6 Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories . Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright © 1992-2015 Dolby Laboratories . All rights reserved . For DTS patents, see http://patents .dts .com . The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc .
  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Tv

    Getting to Know Your TV FRONT PANEL Remote Sensor and Power Indicator When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor . The power indicator flashes on when the TV turns on, then goes out after several seconds. To keep the power indicator on, see Turning the Power Indicator On or Off on page 32.
  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    REAR PANEL HDMI Connect an HDMI device Composite Connect a composite Audio Out Connect to an RCA device, such as sound bar Coaxial Connect to a coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna Connect a USB thumb drive to play photo, music, or video Optical Audio Out Connect to an optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver...
  • Page 9 HDMI CABLE Connecting a device — AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE TYPES COMPOSITE (AV) CABLE Your TV can be used to display output from most devices . HDMI Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Composite, etc .) . Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device .
  • Page 10: Wall-Mounting The Tv

    WARNING: Do not use the screws that are included inside the wall The actual number of ports and their locations may vary, depending on the model . mount holes to mount TV . V656-G4 Screw Size: Hole Depth: 18 mm...
  • Page 11: Using The Remote

    Channel Up/Down Increase or decrease the loudness of the audio Change the channel TIP: When needed, VIZIO recommends replacing the batteries that came with this remote with two, new Duracell ‘AAA’ alkaline batteries . *Enabled/disabled different accessibility features by holding down each of these buttons for 5 seconds.
  • Page 12: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Your use of this device and software functionality are covered by VIZIO and Google ‘s respective Terms of Service and Privacy Policies. By pressing “Accept All”, you agree to be bound by the (i) VIZIO Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and (ii) the Google Terms of Service and Privacy By pressing “Accept All”, you agree to be bound by the (i) VIZIO Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and (ii) the Google Terms of Service and Privacy...
  • Page 13: Using The On-Screen Menu

    Using the On-Screen Menu NAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENU CHANGING THE INPUT SOURCE Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu . To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote . To open the on-screen menu: External devices, such as DVD players, Blu-ray Players, and video game consoles, can be connected to your TV .
  • Page 14: Changing The Screen Aspect Ratio

    CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO Some programs have black bars on the top or sides of the screen so that the To change the screen aspect ratio: picture keeps its original shape . Examples include widescreen movies and older TV Menu >...
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS To manually change each of the picture settings, use the Up/Down Arrow Adjusting More Picture Settings buttons on the remote to highlight that picture setting, then use the Left/Right To adjust more picture settings: Your TV can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions . Arrow buttons to adjust the setting: Menu >...
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Color Temperature

    Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the Picture Mode Edit Settings Saving a Custom Picture Mode Adjusting the color temperature changes the white balance of the picture . Picture Mode Edit Settings allow you to make precise adjustments to the picture . Custom picture modes allow you to save a group of custom settings for various viewing conditions and video sources .
  • Page 17: Locking/Unlocking A Custom Picture Mode

    Locking/Unlocking a Custom Picture Mode Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Resetting a Picture Mode Custom picture modes can be locked/unlocked with a unique PIN to prevent Custom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted . A preset picture mode that has been edited can be restored to the factory accidental changes to their settings .
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Color Tuner Settings

    Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings To adjust the color management system/2 point white balance settings: To show or hide the SMPTE Test Pattern: Menu > Picture > Color Calibration > Color Tuner > SMPTE Test Pattern Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the Hue, Saturation, The Color Tuner settings allow you to adjust the color management system, 2 point Brightness, Offset, or Gain of the color you wish to adjust.
  • Page 19 To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: To show or hide the Ramp Test Pattern: To show or hide the Uniformity Analyzer Test Pattern: Menu > Picture > Color Calibration > Color Tuner > Flat Test Pattern Menu > Picture >...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS • Lip Sync — Adjusts the synchronization between the display image and the accompanying audio track . • Digital Audio Out — Changes the type of processing for digital audio out and To adjust the audio settings: HDMI ARC output when connected to a home theater audio system . Select Auto, Menu >...
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Network Settings

    ADJUSTING THE NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Manual Setup Settings Connecting to a Hidden Network Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature. To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is not being broadcast: Your TV is Internet-ready, featuring both an Ethernet port and built-in high-speed The security settings on your router may require you to enter the TV's MAC address .
  • Page 22: Setting Timers

    SETTING TIMERS Setting the Auto Power Off Feature Using the Blank Screen Feature To help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes without a To help save LED life, your TV screen can turn on or off while audio is streaming. When activated, the TV’s timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time.
  • Page 23: Setting Up Channels

    SETTING UP CHANNELS Scanning for Channels Skipping Channels You can use the TV’s Channels menu to: The TV may need to scan for channels before it can display programs and their After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak to Channels associated information .
  • Page 24: Listening To Alternate Audio

    LISTENING TO ALTERNATE AUDIO To use the Digital Language feature: Menu > Channels > Digital Audio Changing the Analog Audio Language Select the preferred audio language . Available languages or video description Some analog over-the-air (free) and cable channels broadcast programs in more depend on the broadcast content .
  • Page 25: Using Parental Controls

    USING PARENTAL CONTROLS Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating To manage program content according to its rating, you must first enable the A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for a variety of The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs unless a PIN is used .
  • Page 26: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONING Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the setting you wish to change, then use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to change the setting: Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference . See the Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them .
  • Page 27 Typical choices include: • Opaque background, transparent window — Only a strip of background appears behind the text, expanding as the text appears . This is the typical "As Broadcast" mode . • Opaque background and window in the same color — When text appears, the entire line fills with color at once. In the example, the closed caption text is green, the background is black, and the window is red .
  • Page 28: Changing Input Settings

    CHANGING INPUT SETTINGS Other settings include the following: To access input settings menu: • Full UHD Color* — expanded color display . Menu > Input Settings Picture Size* — configure the display size to enlarge or shrink the image to fill • the screen . Highlight the input device that you want to view/change and press OK .
  • Page 29: Changing The Tv Settings

    CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Checking for System Updates Changing the On-Screen Menu Language To check for a system update: Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. Using the System menu, you can: System Menu > System > Check for Updates •...
  • Page 30: Setting The Time And Local Settings

    (ARC) input with the included remote, without any programming . Using CEC, your setting uses less than 0 .5W of power . Quick Start Mode enables your display to VIZIO TV remote can control: power on faster and also to turn on when powered from another device (such as Menu >...
  • Page 31: Changing The Tv Name

    Naming your TV helps differentiate it from other cast devices you may have Your TV can be paired with a mobile device so you can easily control your TV VIZIO is committed to providing intuitive, user-friendly products . Your new VIZIO TV across multiple devices .
  • Page 32: Using The Reset & Admin Menu

    USB Power Always On • Enable or disable program offers and Viewing Data suggestions VIZIO Privacy Policy Performing a Soft Power Cycle • Enable or disable anonymous debug data Store Demo for system performance . A soft power cycle forces the TV to turn off then on again.
  • Page 33: Setting A System Pin

    . VIZIO and its authorized data partners use Viewing Data to generate summary analysis and reports of how users engage with content on their TVs and other devices . VIZIO Confirm PIN Viewing Data is sometimes enhanced with household demographic data and data about digital actions (e .g .
  • Page 34: Using The Info Window

    USING THE INFO WINDOW Press the INFO button one time to display: • TV name • Current input • Picture mode Current Input Picture Mode Audio Type* Network Name • Audio type • Network name • Time Normal Stereo HomeWiFi 5:00 pm Time TV Name...
  • Page 35: Smartcast Home

    Stream high quality entertainment . SmartCast Home lets you discover, stream, and control your content like never Download the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app and turn your smartphone into a remote before! Access top apps, like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video, by using to control and configure your TV.
  • Page 36: Watchfree

    How to Launch WatchFree • Stream over 100 live TV channels absolutely free – news, movies, sports, comedy, VIZIO WatchFree takes your cord-cutting entertainment experience one step further! To launch and begin watching entertainment offered on WatchFree: music and more .
  • Page 37: Playing Usb Media

    Playing USB Media The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB flash drive to your TV and play Preparing Your USB Drive to Play USB Media Removing the USB Drive from the TV music, video, or photos . To display USB media, you must first save your videos onto a USB flash drive: To safely remove your USB flash drive from the TV: •...
  • Page 38 Playing USB Media: Music Progress Bar Album Art Back Button Now Playing Information Displays the duration of the currently- If included on the USB thumb drive and Highlight this button and press OK Displays song title, album title, playing song . The bar will lengthen as associated with your music, the album to return to the previous screen .
  • Page 39 Playing USB Media: Video Back Button Highlight this button and press OK to return to the previous screen . Video Connected Sources USB1: MyFlashDrive Displays connected USB devices . MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos File Date Duration Family Vacation - California 00:23:43 Current Folder 26th Birthday Party 00:38:18 Japan 2017...
  • Page 40 Playing USB Media: Photo Back Button Back Button Highlight this button and press OK Highlight and press OK to return to the previous screen . to return to left column . Current Folder Displays the folder path . Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root Connected Sources USB1: MyFlashDrive Displays connected USB devices .
  • Page 41: Product Registration And Technical Support

    Offers Enhancements Get priority assistance from Stay up-to-date with product Be first to know about the VIZIO Support team . news and take advantage of important product updates . exclusive offers. and alerts . Do you have questions? Find answers at...
  • Page 42: Help Topics

    If you are using TV, AV, or Component with 480i input, go to: Menu > System > • Please visit https://www .vizio .com/accessibility, Open the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app . Tap on the Device list and select your TV . Aspect Ratio to change the screen mode . •...
  • Page 43 VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app . You will see the current resolution being • Open the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile™ app on your phone or tablet . Tap on the displayed along with the version of video . device list and select your Display .
  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications V656-G4 Size 65" Viewable Area 64 .5" PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 57 .66" x 36 .06" x 10 .99" Dimensions w/ Stand (1464 .6 x 915 .90 x 279 .2 mm) 57 .66" x 33 .46" x 3 .07" Dimensions w/o Stand (1464 .6 x 849 .90 x 78 mm)
  • Page 45: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement Notice Canada Notice for License-Exempt Radio Apparatus NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs .
  • Page 46: Limited Warranty

    . When you return a product to a VIZIO informally and wish to file a formal claim against VIZIO, and if you are a resident of THE VIZIO PRODUCT AND, WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE,...
  • Page 47 AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER, THEN: (1) you must notify VIZIO in writing within sixty No employee or agent of VIZIO may modify this warranty . If any term of this (60) days of the date that you purchased the product; (2) your written notification warranty, other than the class action waiver, is found to be unenforceable, that must be mailed to VIZIO at 39 Tesla, Irvine, CA 92618, Attn: Legal Department;...
  • Page 48: Legal Information

    Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Your use of this product is subject to VIZIO’s privacy policy, which may be updated https://www.vizio.com/accessibility Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential from time to time, and is available to view at http://www .vizio .com/privacy .

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