1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Vizio Manuals
  4. LCD TV
  5. M321MV
  6. User manual

Vizio M321MV User Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
LCD HDTV
M321MV – USER MANUAL

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Vizio M321MV

Summary of Contents for Vizio M321MV

  • Page 1 LCD HDTV M321MV – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default” setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing the TV on a Wall ..............2 Setting the Date and Time ..............16 Controls and Connections ............4 Turning the VIZIO Light On or Off ............16 Rear Panel ....................4 Using the Other Menu Settings ..........17 Right Side Panel ..................
  • Page 4 Zero Bright Pixel Defect Guarantee ............. 32 Legal & Compliance ..............33 Resetting the Audio Settngs ..............26 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ........33 Setting the Sleep Timer ................26 Notice ....................33 Viewing a USB Photo Slideshow ............27 FCC warning ..................
  • Page 5 My Product Information And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure there are no missing or damaged parts.
  • Page 6 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 TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your TV.
  • Page 7 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated DANGEROUS VOLTAGE within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
  • Page 8 Television Antenna Connection Protection DTV Transition Advisory If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was complete on June make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide 12, 2009.

  • Page 10: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    TV by inserting To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the information and tightening the included screws. below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model: M321MV Screw Size: Screw Length: 15mm Screw Pitch: 4.
  • Page 11 Use only with a UL-listed wall mount bracket rated for the weight/load of this TV. See below information - Specifications for the weight of these TV. M321MV Weight W/ stand:16.67 lbs W/O stand:14.66 lbs...

  • Page 12: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections Rear Panel USB: Connect a USB thumb drive to view photos. HDMI (1,2,3): Connect HDMI devices. Component: Connect component device. Composite: Connect composite device. 3.5mm Stereo Out: Connect 3.5mm audio device. Cable/Antennal: Connect RF/Coaxial connector from cable, antenna, or satellite box.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Remote Control Power/Standby: Turn the TV on or off. Input: Change the input device. A/V Controls: Control external device (CEC-enabled devices only). Info: Display the Info Window. CC: Open the Closed Captioning menu. Menu: Display the on-screen menu. Power/Standby Input Exit: Close the on-screen menu.

  • Page 14: Replacing The Batteries

    Front Panel Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing gently on the “V” and pushing the cover away from the remote. 2. Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices Connecting Your Devices Your HDTV can be easily connected to an external device: Once you have determined the best available connection type on both your device and the TV, ensure you have the corresponding cable. To connect a device to the TV: 1.
  • Page 16 Select One: BEST HDMI DIGITAL DIGITAL / COAXIAL ANALOG ANALOG BETTER COMPONENT ANALOG COMPOSITE GOOD ANALOG...

  • Page 17: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you through each of 4. If the TV is connected to an external the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. antenna, select Antenna, then press Right Arrow and go to step 5.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Tv Settings

    Adjusting the TV Settings Adjusting the Tuner Settings From the TV Settings Menu, you can: From the tuner settings menu you can: Changing the Signal Source Using this option, you can change the signal source for the coaxial (TV) input. To change the signal source: 1.

  • Page 19: Scanning For Channels

    Scanning for Channels Scanning for New or Additional Channels Before the TV can detect and display channels and their associated information, When a new channel becomes available in your area, you do not have to rescan you must scan for channels. A channel scan may also be necessary when the all channels to add the new channel.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Tv Settings For Use With A Pc

    Adjusting the TV Settings for Use with A PC Using the Parental Controls Your TV can be used to display output from a home computer using the RGB port. The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs without a password.

  • Page 21: Locking And Unlocking Channels

    Locking and Unlocking Channels Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating When a channel is locked, it will be inaccessible. Locking a channel is a good way A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and to prevent children from viewing inappropriate material. at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences.

  • Page 22: Setting The Tv Button Locks

    Setting the TV Button Locks Resetting the Content Locks To reset the content locks to the factory-default settings: WARNING: If you set User Control Lock to On and you lose your TV’s remote control, you will be unable to use the buttons on the TV. 1.

  • Page 23: Changing The On-Screen Menu Language

    Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Setting the TV’s Date and Time Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. From the Date & Time menu, you can: To change the on-screen menu language: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.

  • Page 24: Enabling Or Disabling Automatic Date And Time Updates

    5. Use the Arrow buttons to change the setting to Enable or Disable. 6. Press EXIT. This setting allows you to turn off the back-lit VIZIO logo on the front bezel of your Enabling or Disabling Automatic Date and Time Updates To turn the VIZIO Light on or off: The current date and time is broadcast digitally in many areas.

  • Page 25: Using The Other Menu Settings

    Using the Other Menu Settings Changing the Input Source Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. Using this menu, you can: External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these devices with your TV, you must first change the input source in the on-screen menu.

  • Page 26: Customizing Input Names

    Customizing Input Names Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio When you have multiple devices connected to your TV, it can become difficult to remember the inputs to which they are connected. Your TV features the ability to The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, Panoramic, customize the names of these inputs to make them easy to remember.
  • Page 27 Screen Aspect Ratio Table Normal Wide Zoom Panoramic Stretch...

  • Page 28: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    Setting Up Closed Captioning Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference. Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed To change the appearance of digital closed captions: captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    Adjusting the Picture Settings Changing the Picture Mode Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. Using the Picture menu, you can adjust the To change the picture mode: following settings: 1. Press the OK button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Noise Reduction Setting

    Adjusting the Noise Reduction Setting Adjusting the Color Temperature Noise reduction diminishes artifacts such as “blockiness” or “pixellation”. When Color temperature changes the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of activated, the resulting picture usually has softer edges. the picture. To adjust the noise reduction setting: To adjust this setting, Picture Mode must be set to Custom.

  • Page 31: Enabling Or Disabling Color Enhancement

    Enabling or Disabling Color Enhancement Enabling or Disabling DCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) Color enhancement reduces oversaturation of some colors and improves flesh Dynamic contrast ratio changes contrast according to displayed content for the tones. best picture quality. To adjust this setting, Picture Mode must be set to Custom. To adjust this setting, Picture Mode must be set to Custom.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    Adjusting the Audio Settings Enabling or Disabling SRS TruVolume SRS TruVolume intelligently normalizes volume fluctuations during television Using the Audio Settings menu, you can adjust the following: commercials or channel changes. ™ To enable or disable SRS TruVolume: ® 1. Press the OK button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 33: Adjusting Bass And Treble Levels

    If you are unfamiliar with audio formats, or your TV is not connected 5. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to to an audio receiver, VIZIO recommends you set this option to Auto. increase or decrease the level. 6. When you are finished, press EXIT.

  • Page 34: Resetting The Audio Settngs

    Resetting the Audio Settngs Setting the Sleep Timer To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time. 1. Press the OK button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. To use the sleep timer: 2.

  • Page 35: Viewing A Usb Photo Slideshow

    Viewing a USB Photo Slideshow Using the Photo Menu The Photo menu has several options: Your player features a USB port where you can connect and share a USB thumb Browse Photos Allows you to drive containing your photos. highlight and select a photo from the thumbnail gallery.

  • Page 36: Using The Modify Photo Menu

    Using the Modify Photo Menu Viewing System Info and Resetting to Factory Defaults This menu allows you to zoom in and out, mark your favorite photos, rotate photos, and see your image metadata. You can use the TV’s Help menu to: To open the Modify Photo menu: 1.

  • Page 37: Restarting The Setup Wizard

    Restarting the Setup Wizard The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner. To access the Setup App: 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 Help icon and press OK.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting & Technical Support

    If, after using this troubleshooting guide, you are still experiencing an issue with Check the audio settings. Ensure the speakers are set to On. your TV, contact VIZIO’s Support Department. Quality customer support and service are integral parts of VIZIO’s commitment to service excellence.

  • Page 39: The Picture Is Distorted

    The picture is distorted. When I change input source, the display image changes size. Nearby electrical devices may be interfering with the TV. Separate the The TV remembers the viewing mode on each input source. If the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or flourescent lights. viewing mode on the new input source differs from the one on the input source you switch from, the difference may be noticable.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects DESCRIBED ABOVE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED...

  • Page 41: Legal & Compliance

    Your VIA device may contain GPL executables and LGPL libraries that are subject 2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. to the PL2.0/LGPL2.1 License Agreements. VIZIO offers to provide source code to you on CD-ROM for a processing fee covering the cost of performing such 3.
  • Page 42 © 2011. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THE V, VIZIO, VIZIO INTERNET APPS, THEATER 3D, FULL ARRAY TRULED, EDGE LIT RAZOR LED, 240HZ SPS, 480HZ SPS, ENTERTAINMENT FREEDOM AND ENTERTAINMENT FREEDOM FOR ALL NAMES, LOGOS AND PHRASE ARE REGISTERED OR UNREGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF VIZIO, INC.

Table of Contents