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VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual
Dear VlZIO Customer,
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on your new VIZIO High Definition LCD Television purchase. This User
Manual covers E320VA, E321VA, E370VA and E420VA 60HZ series models, for any
specific difference between the models please refer to the specification
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- Page 1 VIZIO HDTV. For assistance, please call (877) 698-8462 or visit us at www.vizio.com To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VlZlO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual mportant Safety nstructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV. - Page 3 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual accompanying yourHDTV. • Donotoverload power stripsandextension cords. O verloading c anresult i nfireor electric shock. • Thewallsocket s hould beinstalled nearyourHDTV andeasily accessible. • Onlypower ofthemarked voltage canbeusedforyourHDTV. A nyothervoltage thanthe specified voltage maycause fireor electric shock • Donottouchthepower cordduringlightning.
- Page 4 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection E×tema_ Television Antenna Grounding 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Side Panel Controls ..............................Rear and Side Panel Connections .......................... Remote Control Buttons ............................Remote Control Range ............................VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ........................Inserting the remote control batteries ......................... Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ........................Chapter 3 Connecting Equipment .......................... -
Page 6: Hdtv Accessories And Services
Blu-ray DVD Players VlZlO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your HDTV. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO HDTV visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVlZIO (877-698-4946). -
Page 7: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Hdtv
Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the service life of the electronic components. • Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. •... -
Page 8: Walt Mounting Your Hdtv
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided on page 1 to have it handy if you need to call for support. - Page 9 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wa [ Mounting Your VlZlO HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the TV on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand. To remove the base stand: Unplug all cables from the HDTV.
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Page 10: Basic Controls And Connections
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Basic Controls Front Pane POWER 'VlZIO' LIGHT- The VlZlO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer when powered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR and LIGHT SENSOR - This is the window through which of the remote control signals... -
Page 11: Rear And Side Panel Connections
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Rear and Side Pane_ Connections Version 3/17/2010 www.VlZlO.com... - Page 12 Expect to see a black/white video in the Component input, if it is selected by accident. Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-...
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Page 13: Remote Control Buttons
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Remote Control Buttons INPUT--Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). The inputs cycle in the following sequence: DTV/TV, AV (Composite), COMPONENT, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, RGB and USB. Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. -
Page 14: Remote Control Range
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Remote Contro Range • The effective range of the remote control is approximately 26 feet (8 meters) from the front of the receiver window and 13 feet (4 meters) at 45 ° to the left and right. •... -
Page 15: Chapter 3 Connecting Equipment
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Connecting Equipment Chapter Your HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital signals. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface). It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video Best interface. -
Page 16: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box
Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VlZlO certified HDMI cable. Lengths are available up to 10 Meters. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 17 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with BV : Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI2 Input at the side of the LCD HDTV.
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Page 18: Using Component Video
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Video Using Component Connecting your CaMe or Satellite Box (Better) Turn off the power to the LCD 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 input at the rear of the LCD HDTV. -
Page 19: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Connecting Coaxia (RF} Using Your Antenna or Digital CaMe for DTV Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. -
Page 20: Connecting Your Dvd Player
DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of you HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available up to 10 meters. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 21 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual For DVD P ayers with DV : Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input at the side of the LCD HDTV.
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Page 22: Using Component Video
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Video Using Component Connecting your DVD Player (Better): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component input at the rear of the LCD HDTV. -
Page 23: Using Composite (Av) Video
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Using Composite (AV) Video Connect#_g your DVD Hayer (Good): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video Y (green color) connector in the Component input of connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV. -
Page 24: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Connecting an e×tema Receiver/Amp If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical SPDIF OUT at the rear of the TV. This is active when receiving audio with the programs being viewed no matter what input is being used. -
Page 25: Connecting A Pc (Computer)
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Connecting a PC (Computer) Turn off the power to the LCD 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 LCD HDTV. Using a 1/8"... -
Page 26: Chapter 4 Setting Up To Watch 'Television
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Chapter 4 Setting Up to Watch Television Basic LCD HDTV Start Up Connect Audio and Video Cables Connect audio and video cables from the desired components to your HDTV as described in "Connecting Devices." Connecting the Power Cable Connect one end of the power cord... - Page 27 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual If yourTimeZoneobserves t hedaylight s avings, thenextdisplay will givethechoice toselect o r noselect i t. Highlight yourchoice and pressMENU/OK button to confirm yourselection. 8. At thispointifyouhaveanoutdoor a ntenna or usea cable service (Noset-top box), t hesignal s ource canbeselected. Press•...
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Page 28: Selecting Inputs
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Selecting nputs Press INPUT on the remote or on the side of your HDTV to select the input source that matches the connection you made on the back of your HDTV. A repeated press of INPUT cycles you through the options. - Page 29 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Setting the Picture to User's Preferences Press MENU/OK button on the remote control. The Main menu opens. Press the Navigation arrow keys to select Picture, and then press the MENU/OK key. The Picture Settings menu opens. Press Aor • to select Picture mode.
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Page 30: Using The Info Guide
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Using the NFO Guide Press INFO three times on the remote to display program information for the channel you are watching. The following information is displayed when the INFO key is pressed: Date & Time - It shows the current date and time of the day of your local area, as long as the correct time zone had been selected. -
Page 31: Watching A Tv Program
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please verify that all cables or antenna connections are secure, and the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. -
Page 32: Using The Navigation Keys
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Using the Navigation Keys The Navigation Keys on the remote control are designed to make the use of the OSD easier for you, as shown below: The MENU/OK key functions as a selection button, when the OSD is already displayed, the function... -
Page 33: Unique Tv Features
Note: To prevent the loss of data or important files, it is recommended to use a clean or newly formatted device or to make sure that the files have been backed up. VIZIO cannot be held liable if proper measurements and recommendations are not followed to prevent the loss of important data. -
Page 34: Adjusting Settings
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Ad] usti ng Setti rigs When viewing DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, or AV, or Storage Device source, the following picture adjustment screens available when you press MENU/OK button on the remote control. Press •... - Page 35 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Adjusting Wide settings The following table shows the different screen modes and display sizes according to the content being sent to the HDTV. Screen Mode 480p_'480i{4:3) 480if480p//20p(l 6:9) !080i/1080p(16:9) RGBN:3) RGB/16:gl Type Content Nermal Wid_ Zoom Patlorami¢ Stretch Note: The red lines show the video signal being over scanned.
- Page 36 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Thefollowing paragraphs d escribe in detail t he differences o f theAspectRatiobeingprocessed by the Normal M ode Theoriginal 4 :3 aspectratio(1.33:1source)is preserved, so black barsareadded totheleftandrightofthedisplay image.Standard T V broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 AspectRatio.Moviesin 4:3 Aspect R atiomaybereferred to aspan-and-scan orfullframe. Wide Mode When watching a standard broadcast or full-frame movie in...
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Page 37: Adjusting The Audio Settings
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Adjusting the Audio Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following audio adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/OK key on the remote control. Press •... -
Page 38: Adjusting The Tv Settings
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Adjusting the TV Settings If you did not set up your HDTV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens or if your setup has changed, you can do so from the TV menu. Press MENU/OK key to bring up the OSD menu, the default option is TV. - Page 39 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Thefollowing options areavailable in the Picture menu: Ambient Light Sensor -This feature allows adjusting the backlight level accordingly to the amount surrounding ambient lightening. It is default to Off. When activated, adjustment of the Backlight is not available. Picture Mode - Select Home, Movie, Retail, Game, Custom.
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Page 40: Adjusting The Parental Control Settings
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual 14. Reset Picture - This option allows the user to reset any changed value in the Picture menu to the factory value without altering other menu settings. Adjusting the Parenta_ Contro_ settings When viewing a DTV / TV or a component, or AV source, the following parental control OSD screens are available within the Parental Control OSD menu. - Page 41 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual 3. USA - TV - Thisoptionallowsblocking o f selected TVor Cablechannels b ased onratings established f orUSbroadcasts. Select t hedesired ratingandpressMENU/OK t oblock(lock)or unblock (unlock). Y- Allchildren A- All subratings Y7- Olderchildren D - Sexual d ialog G- General audience L - Adultlanguage S- Sexual s ituations PG- Guidance suggested...
- Page 42 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual USA - Movie - This option allows blocking of selected TV or Cable channels based on ratings established for US broadcasts. Select the desired rating and press MENU/OK key to block (lock) or unblock (unlock). - General audience PG - Parental guidance suggested PG-13...
- Page 43 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual CAN - English - This option allows blocking of selected Canadian English TV or Cable channels based on age -Children C8+ - Children 8 years or older - General programming, suitable for all audiences PG - Parental guidance - Viewers 14 years or older 18+ - Adults programming...
- Page 44 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual 6. CAN- French - Thisoptionallowsblocking o f selected Canadian French TVorCable channels b ased on age. G - General audience 8 ans+ - General - notrecommended foryoung children 13ans+ - Notsuitable forchildren under13yearsof age 16ans+- Notsuitable for under16yearsof age 18ans+- Adultsonly Version 3/17/2010 www.VlZlO.com...
- Page 45 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Alternative Rating Region - This is reserved for future use in the event that the parental control system is ever updated. Your HDTV will be able to receive and update the rating system to it. Block Unrated Shows - This option allows blocking of unrated content.
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Page 46: Adjustments On The Help Menu
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual NOTE: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. Adjustments on the Help Menu The Help Menu allows seeing the up to date information regarding your HDTV as well as the option to reset all values of the TV parameters and features to defaults... -
Page 47: Adjusting The Cc (Closed Caption) Settings
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Note: This will reset the Parental Control Password, and the previously scanned channels will be removed. Adjusting the CC (CJosed Caption) settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following setup adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/OK key on the remote control. -
Page 48: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Troubleshooting
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter Maintenance Important Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the TV. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen and remote control, and cause paint to peel. -
Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide
Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the problem. the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VlZIO for assistance by calling 1-877-698-4946 or e-mail us at techsupport@vizio.com. No power. Make sure the power button is ON (VlZlO Logo glows white). - Page 50 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Youcannot s eea picture. Makesurethatthepower cordis plugged intoa grounded e lectrical outlet. Makesurethatthepower button is turned on. Makesurethatthe selected inputsourceis connected to a workinginput source. IfyourTVis connected t o yourcomputer i n RGBor HDMImode, p ressany keyonyourkeyboard t o "wake" y ourcomputer. Youseea distorted picture You may be getting interferencefrom electricalappliances,cars, or hearunusual sound.
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Page 51: Telephone & Technical Support
Fax: (949) 585-9563 Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 6 am to 9 pm Saturday - Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call. V_ZIO Address:... -
Page 52: Compliance
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual FCC C ass B Radio nterference 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 53: Chapter 6 Specifications
VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Chapter Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Panel 32" Diagonal (31.51" Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels 0.51075mm x 0.51075mm Pixel (Dot) Pitch Display Compatibility 720p (HDTV) Colors 1.06 Billion 450 cd/m 2 (typical) Brightness Contrast with DCR 50000:1... - Page 54 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Panel 32" Diagonal (31.55" Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels 0.36375mm x 0.36375mm Pixel (Dot) Pitch Display Compatibility 1080p (HDTV) Colors 1.06 Billion Brightness 450 cd/m 2 (typical) Contrast with DCR 50000:1 (typical) Response Time 5ms (typical) Viewing Angle Horizontal and Vertical 178 °...
- Page 55 VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual Panel 37" Diagonal (37.00" Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels 0.4845mm x 0.4845mm Pixel (Dot) Pitch Display Compatibility 1080p (Full HDTV) Colors 1.06 Billion Brightness 500 cd/m 2 (typical) Contrast with DCR 50000:1 (typical) Response Time...
- Page 56 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual Panel 42" Diagonal (42.02" Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels 0.4845mm x 0.4845mm Pixel (Dot) Pitch Display Compatibility 1080p (FHDTV) Colors 1.06 Billion Brightness 500 cd/m 2 (typical) Contrast with DCR 50000:1 (typical) Response Time 5ms (typical) Viewing Angle Horizontal and Vertical 178 °...
- Page 57 720 x 400 31.46 70.08 28.32 800 x 600 37.897 60.317 800 x 600 46.875 49.5 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 1024 x 768 60.023 75.026 78.75 1920 x 1080 66.587 59.934 138.5 Version 3/17/2010 www.VIZIO.com...
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Page 58: Glossary - Standard Definitions
VlZIO 60HZ E SERIES User Manual G ossa - Standard Definitions 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 width as compared to its height. example, a "32 inch TV screen"... -
Page 59: Chapter 7 Warranty
(90) days of commercial use. If a VIZIO product is defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the unit at its sole option and discretion. - Page 60 VlZIO60HZESERIES UserManual THERE ARENO EXPRESS WARRANTIES O THER THANTHOSELISTED ORDESCRIBED A BOVE. ANYIMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANYIMPLIED WARRANTY O F MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FORA PARTRCULAR PURPOSE, SHALLBELIMITED INDURATION TO THEPERIOD OF TRME SETFORTH ABOVE. V lZIO'S TOTALLIABILITY FORANYANDALL LOSSES ANDDAMAGES RESULTRNG FROMANYCAUSEWHATSOEVER S HALLIN NOEVENTEXCEED THEPURCHASE PRICE OFTHEDISPLAY.
- Page 61 Connecting your DVD Player, 21 seLectinc:j, channels Connecting your Satellite Box, 17 HDMI 1 jack, 12 searching for, 39 HDMI 2 jack, 12 Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 49 Co-axial RF Connecting for DTV, 20 color temperature adjusting, 40 Inputs Component...
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