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- Page 1 MODELS E3D320VX e420-a0 E3D420VX E3D470VX USER GUIDE InstallIng your new tv Controls & ConneCtIons ConneCtIng your devICes usIng the on-sCreen menu usIng the usb medIa player troubleshootIng & support help, speCs, warranty & legal...
- 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.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should... - Page 4 with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use • Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. caution when moving the cart/apparatus This may compromise the integrity of the display. The combination to avoid injury from tip-over. manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.
- Page 5 Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to • If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair - The power cord fails or frays. is required, contact your dealer and refer all servicing to - Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV.
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Page 6: Television Antenna Connection Protection
TeleVision anTenna ConneCTion ProTeCTion Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable is electrically grounded to provide some protection against... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Installing the TV ..........3 Adjusting the Audio Settings ..........19 Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings ......20 Inspecting the Package Contents ........3 Resetting the Audio Settings ..........21 Installing the TV ..............3 Changing the TV Settings ........... 21 Installing the TV Stand ............. - Page 8 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV ......32 Playing USB Media ............32 Troubleshooting & Technical Support ....34 Specifications ........... 37 Limited Warranty ..........38 Legal & Compliance ........39...
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Page 9: Installing The Tv
It is placed on an uneven, unstable, or non-level surface • It is pushed, pulled, or otherwise improperly moved • If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly secured VIZIO LED HDTV Quick Start Guide Hex Wrench Power Cord Remote Control 3 x Hex Screws... - Page 10 Step 2 Step 3 To install the TV stand: 1. Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface, such as carpet, rug, or blanket. 2.
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Page 11: Installing The Tv On A Wall
TV model: Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. E420-A0 Screw Size: Screw Length: 20mm Screw Pitch: 1.0mm... -
Page 12: Controls And Connections
Controls and Connections ReaR Panel USB - Connect USB thumb drive to view photo slideshow. HDMI - Connect HDMI device. Stereo Audio Out - Connect RCA audio cable to audio device. Optical Audio Out - Connect optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver. HDMI - Connect HDMI device. -
Page 13: Front Panel
FRont Panel REMOTE SENSOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. Front Panel... -
Page 14: Remote Control
Remote ContRol InPut PoweR Change the currently-displayed input. Turn TV on or off. a/V ContRols InFo Control USB photo viewer. Display the info window. Closed CaPtIons menu Open the closed caption menu. Display the on-screen menu. exIt aRRow Close the on-screen menu. Navigate the on-screen menu. -
Page 15: Replacing The Batteries
Replacing the Batteries Replacing Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two 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 16: Connecting Your Devices
Connecting Your Devices ConneCting A DeviCe Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. 1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc). Cable/Satellite Box 2. Turn the TV and your device off. 3. -
Page 17: Connecting An Audio Device
TV (Optical, etc). 2. Turn the TV and your audio device off. 3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. VIZIO Sound Bar gooD 3.5mm Cable BetteR Optical/SPDIF Cable... -
Page 18: Completing The First-Time Setup
Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you 4. Use the OK and Arrow Up/ through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Down buttons on the remote to highlight your time zone and Before you begin the first-time setup: press OK. -
Page 19: Using The On-Screen Menu
Using the On-Screen Menu Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. NavigatiNg the ON-ScreeN MeNU To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the To open the on-screen menu, press remote. the MENU button on the remote. From this menu, you can: Use the Arrow buttons to highlight •... -
Page 20: Changing The Input Source
chaNgiNg the iNpUt SOUrce chaNgiNg the ScreeN aSpect ratiO External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these Normal, and Stretch. -
Page 21: Setting Up Closed Captioning
SettiNg Up clOSed captiONiNg Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include preference. them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s To change the appearance of digital closed captions: dialogue. -
Page 22: Activating The Sleep Timer
activatiNg the Sleep tiMer adjUStiNg the pictUre SettiNgS When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and period of time. viewing conditions. To use the sleep timer: To adjust the picture settings: 1. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Advanced Picture Settings
• Football, Golf, Basketball, and Baseball modes optimize Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings the picture settings for their respective sports. Also try To adjust the advanced picture these modes for other sports. settings: • Custom picture mode allows you to manually change 1. -
Page 24: Adjusting The Color Temperature
• Ambient Light Sensor - The ambient light sensor detects Adjusting the Color Temperature the light levels in the room and automatically adjusts the Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or backlight for the best picture. Select Off, Low, Medium, or “coolness”... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Picture Size And Position
Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Resetting the Picture Settings When displaying an image from the HDMI or RGB input, the size To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings: and position of the display image can be adjusted. 1. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Advanced Audio Settings
• TV Speakers - Turns the built-in speakers on or off. Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings • SRS StudioSound HD - StudioSound HD™ is a feature-rich To adjust the advanced audio settings: surround sound solution which delivers an immersive 1. From the Audio Settings Menu, surround sound experience from the TV’s internal use the Arrow buttons to speakers. -
Page 27: Resetting The Audio Settings
Resetting the Audio Settings chaNgiNg the tv SettiNgS To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: Using the settings menu, you can: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is • Change the input source displayed. -
Page 28: Setting The Tuner Mode
Setting the Tuner Mode Adding New Channels If you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or as an external antenna or cable TV connection, you must set the add a new range of channels. -
Page 29: Skipping Channels
To add a single new analog channel: Skipping Channels After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some 1. From the Tuner Settings menu, channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be highlight Add Analog Channel some channels you do not want to view. -
Page 30: Changing The Audio Language
Changing the Audio Language Using the Parental Controls Some digital free-to-air and cable channels broadcast programs The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from in more than one language. The TV’s MTS (Multichannel Television displaying certain channels or programs without a password. Sound) feature allows you to listen to audio in your preferred language. -
Page 31: Enabling Or Disabling Program Ratings
Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating To manage program content according to its rating, you must A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant enable the Program Rating feature. for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences. -
Page 32: Changing The Parental Control Passcode
select On. Changing the Names of the Inputs To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to 6. When you are finished adjusting the rating level blocks, press the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs. For example, if the EXIT button on the remote. -
Page 33: Changing The On-Screen Menu Language
Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Setting the Time Zone Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the TV’s time zone: To change the on-screen menu language: To have the TV display the correct time, you must be 1. -
Page 34: Adjusting The Cec Settings
Adjusting the CEC Settings USiNg the help MeNU The CEC function on your TV enables you to control You can use the TV’s Help menu to: HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming. • Display system information •... -
Page 35: Displaying System Information
Displaying System Information Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings To display a summary of the TV settings: All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. -
Page 36: Using The Setup Wizard
Using the Setup Wizard The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner. To access guided setup: 7. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 8. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the Help icon and press OK. -
Page 37: Using The Info Window
USiNg the iNFO WiNdOW The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote: • Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time to display channel and input information. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the program title and closed captioning information. -
Page 38: Using Usb Photo Slideshow
Using USB Photo Slideshow USing USB Photo SlideShow Playing USB Media To play USB media, you must first save your photos onto a USB The USB port on your TV allows you to connect a USB thumb drive thumb drive. and view a photo slideshow. - Page 39 Folder Contents Back Button This area displays the Highlight this button and Back Button contents of the currently press OK if you would like selected folder. You can Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Connected to return to the previous browse between files using Sources screen.
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Page 40: Troubleshooting & Technical Support
Troubleshooting & Technical Support do you have questions? Let us heLP! youR PRoduCt inCLudes FRee LiFetiMe teCh suPPoRt The VIZIO support team is highly trained and is based in the United States. We can help with: • New Product Setup •... - Page 41 The TV displays “No Signal.” There is no sound. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a • Press Volume Up on the remote control. different input source. Press the MUTE button on the remote to ensure mute is •...
- Page 42 The image quality is not good. I see “noise” or static on the screen. • For the best image quality, view high-definition • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a programs using digital sources. Connect your devices digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted with HDMI cables.
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Page 43: Specifications
Specifications E420-A0 E420-A0 Screen Size: 42” Class SRS StudioSurround HD, Simulated Surround: Dolby Digital Plus Diagonal Viewable: 42.02” Dimensions w/ Stand: 37.91 x 24.39 x 7.27” Volume Normalizer: SRS TruVolume w/o Stand: 37.91 x 22.58 x 3.23” Photo (Individual Photo), Weight w/ Stand: 23.15 lbs... -
Page 44: Limited Warranty
Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. or removed serial numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product covered. This one year limited warranty does not cover Products sold against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) “AS IS”, “FACTORY RECERTIFIED”, or by a non-authorized reseller. -
Page 45: Legal & Compliance
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 46 MODELS E3D320VX E3D420VX E3D470VX © 2012 VIZIO INC. All rIghts reserVed. 121107OC-NC...