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VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual
DearVlZlOCustomer,
Congratulations on yournewVlZtOVW32LHigh
Definition LCDTelevision purchase. Thankyou
foryoursupport.Formaximum benefit o f yourset,
pleasereadtheseinstructions b eforemaking any
adjustments, andretainthemforfuturereference.
We hope you will experience many years of
enjoyment f rom your new VlZtO VW32L High
Definition T elevision.
For assistance,pleasecall714-668-0588 o r e-
mailus at
techsupport@vinc.com.
To purchase
or inquire about accessories
and
installation
services for your VlZlO
LCD HDTV,
please visit our website at www.VlZlO.com
or
call toll free at 888-VlZIOCE
(888-849-4623).
We recommend
you register your VlZlO VW32L
HDTVl0A
either at our website www.VlZlO.com
or fill in your registration card and mail it in.
For
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of mind and to protect your investment
beyond the standard warranty, VlZlO
offers on-
site extended
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service
plans.
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additional
coverage
during
the
standard warranty period. Visit our website or call
us to purchase a plan.
Write down the serial number located on the back
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  • Page 1 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual DearVlZlOCustomer, Congratulations on yournewVlZtOVW32LHigh Definition LCDTelevision purchase. Thankyou foryoursupport.Formaximum benefit o f yourset, pleasereadtheseinstructions b eforemaking any adjustments, andretainthemforfuturereference. We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment f rom your new VlZtO VW32L High Definition T elevision. For assistance,pleasecall714-668-0588 o r e- mailus at techsupport@vinc.com.
  • Page 2 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should...
  • Page 3 VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual TeLevision Antenna Connection Protection External TeLevision Antenna Groundinq 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.
  • Page 4 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Opeoioq Paokaqe Your VlZIO VW32L HDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the VW32L HDTVl0A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
  • Page 5 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual ImstaLLatiom Preparatiom Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VlZtO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 180W, please use the power cord designated for TV. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be defeated.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual TabLe Contents Chap_em i Bas_o Contmo_.s Connections ..............1.1 Front Panel ................................1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ........................... 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ............................. 1.4 VlZIO Remote Control ............................1.4.1 insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ....................1.4.2 Remote Control Range...
  • Page 7 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ..........................4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ..........................4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ........................4.5.6 Reset All Settings ............................4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control ........................4.6.1 Channel Block ............................4.6.2 TV Rating ..............................4.6.3 Movie Rating ..............................

  • Page 8: Chap_Em I Bas_O Contmo_.S And Connections

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Ehapter Basic EontroLs Eonneations Front Panel Power 'VlZlO' light The VlZlO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. Remote Control Sensor - This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Connections

    The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Your VlZtO Certified HDMI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). HDMI 2 - Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector.
  • Page 10 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual ,1,4 WIZIO Remote Control Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. Number Button Pad - Use these buttons to select a channel or enter a password.
  • Page 11 VlZtO VW32L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal, Wide and Panoramic.. The only option for HD (High Definition 16:9) is Wide and the options RGB PC are 4:3 and 16:9. SLEEP - This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.

  • Page 12: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30 ° to the left and right, 20 ° up and down. io4o 3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources.

  • Page 13: Connectimq Equipment

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Chapter Connectinq Equipment Connection I Use? a°i Which Video Should The VlZlO VW32L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed,...

  • Page 14: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    VtZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Connectinq Coaxial [RF] aosol Using Your Antenna Diqibal Cable fior / TV Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out-of- the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    VtZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual a,3 Connecbinq Your HDTV SeboTOp 2o3oi Usinq HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Connectinq vour HDTV SeboTop [Bes_]: Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 16 VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual HDTU Seb_Top Boxes with DVI ° Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVl cable, connect the DVl end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVl output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other...

  • Page 17: Using Component Video

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual a°3,a Usinq Componenb Video Connecbinq vour HDTV SetoTop {Setter}: Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Connecbinq Your Basic SeboTOp 2o4oi UsinQ Composibe k/ideo Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the AVl group (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VlZtO VW32L HDTV10A User Manual s,S Eonnectinq Your Player HOMI s.Sol Using DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VlZtO VWS2L for optimal results. Eonnectinq your Player...

  • Page 20: Using Component Video

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 2.5_2 Usinq Componenb Video Connecbinq vour OWO Player {Better}: Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 21: Using Composite (Av) Video

    VlZtO VW32L HDTV10A User Manual (RV} 2.S 3 Usinq Composite t/idea {Good} Connecbinq your Player Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AVl group (yellow color area).

  • Page 22: Connecting A Pc Computer

    VlZlO VW32L HDTV10A User Manual Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the other end to the RGB PC input (blue area) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 23: Settinq Up To Watch Television

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Chapter 3 Se ioq Watch TeLevision For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 5. Basic HDTU Start Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket.
  • Page 24 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual TheLanguage c hoice screen will bedisplayed; thedefaultEnglish option is highlighted. I f youwish tochange theOSDlanguage t o Fran£ais o r Espa_ol, press the button ontheremote control t o select t helanguage y ouwant. Press the _ button onthe remote togotothenextscreen.
  • Page 25 VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual The screen will now change to show the progress of the search for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. Noe:DTVcigila broadcas is no avaiabeina aeas. Re[e_ o www.antennaweb.or,q o ge inI_>rma ion abou avaiabiily ir_ you_ aea an e Ina arid i__ which di_ectio _o poir_l you_...

  • Page 26: Watching A Tv Program

    Using this feature, you can watch video content in different size modes on the HDTV. Press the WIDE button on the remote control to switch among the modes. Fore more information see Section 4.17 - Understanding Viewing Modes, on page 45 Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 27: Program Information

    VlZtO VW32L HDTV10A User Manual Proqram Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen. Press the D or _ button to scroll up or down the channels. Each time you pause at a channel, the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel.

  • Page 28: Rdvanced

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Ehaptem 4 Rdvanced Rdoustment off HDTW 4.,i Usin9 Scmeen Display {OSD} The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the TV can control all the function settings. The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, brightness and other settings.

  • Page 29: Dtv 1 Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Imput A,_ DTV / TV PictuFe Rd3usbmemt 4,_.1 Pictume Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the _button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. Use the _ or I_ button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game.

  • Page 30: Brightness

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 8riqhbness Press the _ button to highlight the Brightness selection. Press the _ button to start adjusting the brightness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum and maximum available levels.

  • Page 31: Sharpness

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4.2,7 ShBrpness Press the _ button to highlight the Sharpness selection. Press the _ button to start adjusting the sharpness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Sharpness Indicator Bar so you can see the sharpness level between the minimum and maximum available levels.

  • Page 32: Advanced Video

    Average Picture Level (APL) and the overall picture will look too dark; activation of this feature will raise the APL to counteract this effect. Press the _ or _ button to turn this feature On or Off. Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 33: Dtv 1 Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    VlZlO VW32L HDTVIOA User Manual / TV Input Rudio Rd]ustment 4,3°1 Votume When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the _ button to display the AUDIO ADJUST page. Press the _ button to highlight the Volume selection.

  • Page 34: Surround

    VlZtOVW32L HDTVIOA UserManual 4-3,5 Surround Press the _ button to highlight the Surround selection. Press the _ button to select for the simulated surround sound feature to be On or Off. / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your VW32L you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens.

  • Page 35: Time Zone

    VlZlOVW32L HDTVIOA UserManual 4°4,4 Time Zooe Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control. Press the _ button to highlight the Auto Search selection.

  • Page 36: Digital Closed Caption Style

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4,SOS Diqits[ Closed Csptiom Style When selecting Digital Closed Caption you are also able to customize the look of the Closed Caption. Press the _ button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection. The default is Broadcast which means the style is the same as the broadcast channel has chosen for transmission.

  • Page 37: Dtv / Tv Input Parental Control

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4,5 OTY / TY Input Parental Control 4°6,1 Channel Block If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV.

  • Page 38: Tv Rating

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Ratinq 4.6.2 Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the _ button to highlight the TV Rating selection. Press the _ button and the Block TV Rating panel will be displayed.

  • Page 39: Blocked Unrated Programming

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4°6°4 Blocked Unrated Proqramminq Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the _ button to highlight the Block Unrated TV selection. Press the _ button to turn-on or turn-off blocking of programming that does not have a...

  • Page 40: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4°7 HDMI Input Pioture Rdoustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments.

  • Page 41: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 401o Video Input miobume Adousbmenb The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.

  • Page 42: Video Input Parental Control

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4,13 Video Input Parentat Control The Parental Control menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.6. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.

  • Page 43: Contrast

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual TheBrightness a djusts the blacklevelsin the picture.If thebrightness i s too lowyouwill notbeableto seethe detailin darkerpartsof the picture andif the brightness i s too highthe picture will lookwashed out. 4°14 4 Contrast Press the _ button to highlight the Contrast selection. Press the_ button to start adjusting the contrast and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Contrast Indicator Bar so...

  • Page 44: H-Size

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual H°SmZE 4.14.6 Press the _ button to highlight the H-Size selection. Press the_button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture. Use the D or _ button to adjust the horizontal size. H° Position AoIA07 Press the _ button to highlight the Horizontal Shift selection.

  • Page 45: Understanding Viewing Modes

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4,m7 Undecstandinq Viewinq Modes Normal Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan-and-scan or full frame.

  • Page 46: Setting The Sleep Timer

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 4o17°i Settioq Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off the LCD HDTV automatically. To set the Sleep Timer using the remote control: Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The Sleep Timer appears in the center of you screen.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Guide

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual 5.s Troubleshootinq Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VlZlO for assistance by calling 1-714-668-0588 or e- mail us at techsupport(_,vinc.com.

  • Page 48: Telephone & Technical Support

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. Make sure that the volume is not turned down. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that your audio input source cables...

  • Page 49: Compliance

    VlZtOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual CompUanoe Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act S°S Crass B Radio Interference Sbabemenb 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.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual Ehapter 6 MisceLtaneous Information Speciffications Panel 32" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.51075mm (H) x 0.51075mm Display Compatibility HDTV (720P) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV) Colors 16.77 Million (8-bit)

  • Page 51: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VlZlOVW32L HDTV10A UserManual G[ossarv - Standard Oefiinitions Analog TV: Today's TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV "aspect ratio", that is, the screen's width as compared to its height. For example, a "32 inch TV screen"...

  • Page 52: Index

    DVD Player, Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 16 DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction, Flesh Tone, White Peak Limiter, Glossary, Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 46 Coax (RF) Connecting for DTV, HDMI Connecting your Basic Set Top Box, Connecting your DVD Player, Component...
  • Page 53 TV Tuner Setup, 34 Setting the Sleep Timer, 46 Auto Search, Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your Skip Channel, VIZIO TV, 46 Tuner Mode, Connecting your PC, 22 Video Input Audio Adjustment, Screen Size explanation, 45 Parental Control, S-Video...

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