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Vizio P4 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    8.2 Input Mode Selection ...28 8.2.1 Selection of TV Mode ... 29 8.2.3 Selection of PC Input Mode ... 30 8.3 OSD Option Adjustment ...31 8.4 Sound Adjustment...32 8.5 Zoom Functions ...32 8.6 Other Functions...33 8.7 OSD Functions...34 VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 3 12.2 Cleaning the Housing and the Remote Control ...49 12.3 Cleaning the Screen ...49 12.4 Simple Troubleshooting ...50 13 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) ...50 14 Telephone & Technical Support...58 Appendix A Warranty ...Error! Bookmark not defined. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to − which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. − To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use the provided grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cables to connect to this equipment.
  • Page 5 Do not get the remote control wet. If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. o Avoid heat and humidity. o When not using the remote control for a long period, remove the batteries. Do not take apart the batteries, heat them, or throw them into a fire. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 6: Before Use

    2. Before Use The Vizio P4 is a 46" WVGA (wide-screen with VGA resolution) Plasma Display. It has passed the Class-B EMC test and the UL and CSA safety certifications, and is an ideal product for individual users and commercial exhibitioners.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Only the marked power source can be used for the product Any power source other than the specified one may cause fire or electric shock. Disregarding or inappropriate use may cause damage to the product. the user. WARNING VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 8 VIZIO P4 User Guide WARNING Keep the product away from moisture Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into the product, unplug the power cord and contact with your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 9 VIZIO P4 User Guide WARNING Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances If the product is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact dealer for repair. Continued use of the...
  • Page 10 VIZIO P4 User Guide ATTENTION Hold the power connector when removing the power cable Pulling the power cable itself may damage the wires inside the cable and cause fire or electric shock. Do not touch the connector with wet hands To avoid risk of electric shock.
  • Page 11 *Do not leave stationary images for extended periods, but try to refresh them at appropriate intervals, or try to move them using the screen saver function. *Turn down the contrast and brightness levels. NOTE: Such "Image Sticking" constitutes misuse and is NOT COVERED by the manufacturer's warranty. VIZIO P4 User Guide ATTENTION VINC.COM...
  • Page 12 VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 13: Product Features

    (RCA) input connectors, and a composite video (BNC) output connector. It supports the quality input images of DVD and HDTV (480P/720P/1080i), as well as the images of TV systems such as NTSC, PAL and SECAM. The Video module also provides two sets of stereo audio input connectors (RCA).

  • Page 14: Standard Accessories

    VIZIO P4 User Guide 5. Standard Accessories This User Manual x1 Power Cord x1 S-Video Cable x1 15-Pin D-Sub Cable x1 AV Cable x1 AA Battery x2 Remote Control x1 NOTE: The style of the Remote Control included with the Display may not be identical to the one pictured.

  • Page 15: Names And Functions Of Parts

    • Push the power switch (0: Off, I: On) to the I (On) position. The power indicator on the front panel will glow red, indicating that the plasma is in standby mode. Power Switch AC Connector Power Outlet VIZIO P4 User Guide Power Cable VINC.COM...

  • Page 16: Front View

    Screen Saver Miscellaneous Status (displayed sequentially) • / : A – Used as Up/Down buttons in the OSD Menu screen. Standby mode. Power ON mode. Power Saving mode. buttons and selected with the VIZIO P4 User Guide button. Audio Language VINC.COM...

  • Page 17: Rear View

    Can be used to connect external speakers to the Display. Maximum power output 10W (each) into 8 Ohm impedance. (2) Wall Mount attachment holes: Use the standard screws to attach the wall mount (optional accessory). button also functions as Enter. to reduce the volume, press VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 18 Audio 1: Are Audio input (RCA) connectors for connection to the Audio output of the associated Video source. The Component Video and PC Input sources share this Audio input pair. Component Video input VIZIO P4 User Guide (RCA) connectors VINC.COM...
  • Page 19 • The VHF/UHF Input can be connected to receive a TV/CATV signal from an antenna or CATV 75Ω coaxial cable. • The TV Audio Output can be connected to an Audio Amplifier or other TV Audio Line Input. • The Video Output can be connected to a Monitor or other TV with a Composite Video Input.

  • Page 20: Remote Control

    VIZIO P4 User Guide 6.4 Remote Control VINC.COM...

  • Page 21: Key Functions

    (11) ZOOM+ and ZOOM – Use these keys to zoom the image in or out. (12) VOL + and VOL – Press the volume keys to increase or decrease the sound level. (13) PIP VIZIO P4 User Guide RGB 2 (PC VINC.COM...
  • Page 22 TV channels. RETURN: Jumps to the last channel viewed. Note: The Remote Control layout is for reference only. : Use these buttons to step up or down through the VIZIO P4 User Guide (Refer to Page 7) This function is VINC.COM...

  • Page 23: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    (2) Insert two AA batteries in the remote control as shown in the figure above. (Polarity + or - must match the markings in the compartment). (3) Replace the cover and slide in reverse until the lock snaps. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 24: Remote Control Range

    If the display responds erratically to the Remote Control, or does not respond at all, check the batteries. If they are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 25: Connection To External Equipment

    • When using a 75Ω Coaxial Cable it can be connected directly to the VHF/UHF terminal of the tuner. • When using a 300Ω parallel feed line it must be connected to a 300Ω to 75Ω converter and then connected to the VHF/UHF terminal of the tuner. VIZIO P4 User Guide VHF/ VINC.COM...

  • Page 26: Pc Module

    The DVI connector of the Display is DVI-D, which does not support analog inputs. Note 2: The RS-232 connector of the Display provides a transmission interface for professional technicians to update firmware and does not provide additional communication functions. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 27: Pc Module + Video Module

    • The CVBS In connector accepts the CVBS (Video) output of a video device (such as a VHS, S-VHS or DVD). The audio input is via Audio 2 (INPUT Option AV1). • The S-Video and CVBS inputs share the Audio2 input. VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 28: Connection To External Speakers

    • The CVBS Out (BNC) connector can be used to connect the Display to another TV or display, transmitting the signal input via CVBS to the other display. 7.4 Connection to External Speakers SPEAKER (OPTIONAL) SPEAKER WIRE SPEAKER TERMINAL • Press the spring-loaded terminals and insert the speaker wires, making sure that the copper is making good contact with the metal terminal and the colors of the wire match those on the terminal (red to red and black to black).

  • Page 29: Basic Operation

    RGB1 RGB2 AV1 S-Video YCbCr/PbPr TV/CATV RGB1 = Analog D-Sub input on the PC Module. RGB2 = Digital DVI-D input on the PC Module. VIZIO P4 User Guide keys to select the signal key to confirm the selection. VINC.COM...

  • Page 30: Selection Of Tv Mode

    Video module. The signal sources are displayed in the following sequence, AV1 S-Video YCbCr/PbPr TV/CATV • The Display will search for the TV/CATV signal automatically if there is no other input. 8.2.2 Selection of Video Input Mode • Press the VIDEO key repeatedly to select a signal source from the Video module.

  • Page 31: Selection Of Pc Input Mode

    VIZIO P4 User Guide 8.2.3 Selection of PC Input Mode • Press the PC key repeatedly to select a signal source from the PC module. The signal sources are displayed in the following sequence, RGB1 RGB2 RGB1 = Analog D-Sub input on PC Module.

  • Page 32: Osd Option Adjustment

    The Quick Menu display sequence is as follows, buttons to adjust the selected function. Use these buttons to increase or decrease the value. The right button functions as Enter where applicable (indicated at the bottom of the OSD). VIZIO P4 User Guide MENU MENU Status MENU MENU Source* Contrast* Brightness* VINC.COM...

  • Page 33: Sound Adjustment

    ZOOM- button. The image cannot be made any smaller with this function. When the image is zoomed in by using the ZOOM+ button, you can use image within the viewing area. VIZIO P4 User Guide keys to scroll the VINC.COM...

  • Page 34: Other Functions

    1. A video module installed. 2. The Main Screen must be a PC display. 3. The video image source must also be connected. image source can be set from the OSD menu. VIZIO P4 User Guide The unit will VINC.COM...

  • Page 35: Osd Functions

    Image Move OSD Rotation Move Time Color Temp. Reset to Default Advanced Mode User Color Temp Gamma Color Space ³ VIZIO P4 User Guide Miscellaneous Status OSD Position Resolution OSD Timeout V. Frequency OSD Rotation H. Frequency Color Temp. PP Input...

  • Page 36: Osd Menus And Functions

    Ratio can be adjusted, and DPMS can be enabled or disabled. • With a video signal you can adjust the TV Function, the Aspect Ratio and select the Video (signal) Format you want. and the display will select the correct signal automatically.
  • Page 37 • Once this process has been completed the channels stored in memory may be selected sequentially by pressing the CH the number keys on the Remote Control. VIZIO P4 User Guide key to commence find During this and CH keys or directly by pressing VINC.COM...
  • Page 38 Reverse or Image Move features to prevent screen burn and protect your screen. The Move Time function allows you to adjust the time between the stages of the Image Move feature. VIZIO P4 User Guide Options in Advanced Mode Options in Advanced Mode...
  • Page 39 PIP, set the PIP size and select the PIP source and position. • Press the Exit key to exit the PIP Settings sub-menu and return to the Main Menus. VIDEO PIP Setting (for PC Mode only) VIZIO P4 User Guide Note: Only User Color VINC.COM...
  • Page 40 8.7.2.6.2 • The TV Function selection has the same effect as this selection in the Image and AV System Menu in section 8.7.2.3 • keys to enter the Quick Menu to select TV for the PIP Source. Press (when OSD is not being displayed)
  • Page 41 PC input is operating. displayed. • The Input source and System are displayed when using video signals. User Color Temp. Menu (for AV Mode only) VIDEO If PIP is in use, the sub-picture source and system are also VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 42 Select the Channel function to Add or Erase Tuner Channels on the list used by the Channel Up / Down keys. • The Sleep Time can set for automatic power off of the Display. The number “0” means the sleep timer is disabled. select VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 43 8.7.2.9 CC and Parental Control Menu • Select the TV Function on Image and AV System Menu. Press the and Parental Control Menu. • Highlight the Close Caption function and use the keys to select the options CC1, CC2, T1, T2, T3 and T4.
  • Page 44 13 years of age). Restricted (persons under 17 years of age requires accompanying parent or adult guardian). NC-17 Not intended for any person 17 years of age or younger. X-rated (for adults only). MPAA Rating key to VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 45 Show or Block the selection. • The Canadian English Ratings are described below. US TV Rating key to Show (Violence) (Sexual situations) Canadian English Rating VIZIO P4 User Guide (Adult (Sexually language) suggestive dialog) VINC.COM...
  • Page 46 8 ans + Children 8 years old and older 13 ans + Viewers 13 years old and older 16 ans + Viewers 16 years old and older 18 ans + Adult programming Description French Canadian Rating VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 47: Optional Accessories

    VIZIO P4 User Guide Optional Accessories Fix the PDP Set to the Stand Stand I Stand II (refer to the stand assembly instruction) Speakers II Speakers I Wall Mount Tilt Angle adjustable 0 - 20° Ceiling Mount VINC.COM...

  • Page 48: Technical Specification

    YCbCr/PbPr (Component) Input, RCA Phono L+R Audio (x2) Inputs, RCA Phono (x4) CVBS (Composite) Output, BNC Analog RGB Input, 15-Pin D-Sub Analog RGB Input, BNC (x5) Analog RGB Output, 15-Pin D-Sub PC Audio Input, 3.5mm Stereo Jack VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...

  • Page 49: Factory Preset Timings

    • When the signal received by the Display exceeds the allowed range, a warning message "Signal Out Of Range" will appear on the screen. • You can confirm the input signal format by selecting the Status page from the OSD Menu. VIZIO P4 User Guide Vertical Dot Clock Frequency (Hz) Frequency (MHz) 70.08...

  • Page 50: Cleaning And Simple Troubleshooting

    Display. Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing. Wipe the Display with a dry cloth after cleaning. VIZIO P4 User Guide When the screen is seriously VINC.COM...

  • Page 51: Simple Troubleshooting

    The power indicator flashes The input image and signal is not received appropriately. "Signal Out of Range" message appears on the screen. VIZIO P4 User Guide Solution Check that both ends of the power cable are plugged into the socket appropriately.
  • Page 52 The wall should be capable of supporting a weight of at least twice (2x) the weight of the Plasma TV, and the site should be studied carefully for correct Stud (Wood), Stud (Metal), Drywall and Concrete mounting procedures. For calculated weights of more than 160lbs, the wall or ceiling must be reinforced.
  • Page 53 VIZIO P4 User Guide Ventilation Requirements for Wall Mounting To allow adequate ventilation for the Plasma TV use at least the minimum the space around the TV, as shown on the diagram below, when installing the TV in the desired location.
  • Page 54 Carefully lay the display, screen down, on a soft and flat surface ensuring there are no hard objects on that surface that could damage the face of the Plasma TV. Refer to the User Manual instructions that were supplied with the display to locate the mounting points on the back of the Plasma TV.
  • Page 55 2 of these instructions. Remember that the lower edge of the Plasma TV will be lower on the wall, (about 5 inches for the P4, 46 inch TV), than the bottom of the Wall Plate. Locate and mark the centers of two adjacent wood studs, usually 16 inches apart, closest to the middle of the desired location of the Plasma TV.
  • Page 56 Wall Plate. Holding it level, lower the Plasma TV to seat all four Plasma Bracket hooks, as indicated in Fig 4. Gently pull the left and right upper edges of the Plasma TV away from the wall to extend the mount to its maximum 12°...
  • Page 57 To adjust the Moveable Hooks so that they can hold the weight of the Plasma TV at any position between 0° and 12° first adjust the nut so that it is just too tight to move the Plasma TV, then adjust the screw so that Plasma TV can be moved but will remain in any desired position within the tilt range.
  • Page 58 Fig 6. Final Position of the Plasma TV. While the Plasma TV is on the Wall Mount you still can move the display from left to right or right to left to optimize the final position of the Plasma TV on the wall by gently sliding the unit on the steel rods of the Wall Plate.

  • Page 59: Telephone & Technical Support

    To better assist you, please contact via email or phone. Email: techsupp@vinc.us Corporate Contact Information 10910 Talbert Avenue Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Tel: (714) 962.4848 Fax: (714) 593-8932 Web: or Tel: (714) 593-8037, 6am-3pm PST V Incorporated www.VINC.com VIZIO P4 User Guide VINC.COM...
  • Page 60 V, Inc.’s responsibility (see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. You must provide the model, serial number and date of purchase. Before you ask for warranty service, read your User Manual. You might avoid a service call. For Technical Support Call (714)962-4388 or E-mail Techsupp@vinc.us For VIZIO PLASMA Displays...

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