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VlZlO VA370M User Manual
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  • Page 1 For maximum benefit of your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new 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 VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual important Safety instructions 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 VlZlOVA370M UserManual thepresence o f important operating andservicing instructions intheliterature accompanying your HDTV. • 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 •...
  • Page 4 VlZlOVA370M UserManual If an outsideantenna/satellite dishor cablesystemis to be connected to the TV, makesurethatthe antenna or cablesystem is electrically g rounded to provide someprotection a gainst v oltage surges and staticcharges. Article810of the National E lectrical Code,ANSI/NFPSA 7 0, provides information w ithregardto proper grounding of the mastandsupporting structure, g rounding of the lead-in wireto an antennadischarge unit, size of the groundingconductors, locationof antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, andrequirements ofthegrounding e lectrode.
  • Page 5 TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC (1-888-835-5322) Fax: 1-866-418-0232 E-mail: fccinfo_,fcc.qov NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.qov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.hiqh-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. Version 7/23/2009 www.VlZIO.com...
  • Page 6 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Opening PacAa@÷ Your VIZIO HDTV and 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 your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
  • Page 7 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Assembly Setup Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. To unpack the TV and stand base: Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps.
  • Page 8 Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO HDTV. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
  • Page 9 Wall Mounting HDTV Your VIZIO 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.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Contents Table Important Safety Instructions ............................. Chapter Basic Controls and Connections ......................Front Panel ................................Side Panel Controls ..............................Rear and Side Panel Connections .......................... VIZlO Universal Remote Control ..........................Remote Control Range ............................VIZlO Remote Control Precautions ........................Inserting the remote control batteries .........................
  • Page 11: Chapter T Basic Controls And Connections

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual Pront Pan÷I POWER 'VlZIO' LIGHT- The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer when powered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor.
  • Page 12: Rear And Side Panel Connections

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual Rear Side Panel Connections ® Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD HDMI 1 Green multimedia player or set-top box. Connect a secondary source for digital video such as a DVD HDMI 2...
  • Page 13 VlZlO VA370M User Manual Connect an extra audio/video source for digital video such _10i HDMI Green as a DVD multimedia player or set-top box. Connect a storage source (format FAT32) JPEG files (like a hard drive or thumb drive or card reader).
  • Page 14: Vizlo Universal Remote Control

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual Univ÷rsal Remote Contro The VlZlO Remote Control is used to control the operation and navigate the OSD menu of this TV. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. INFO - This button turns the image and system information on or off.
  • Page 15: Remote Control Range

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual Remote Control Range • The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window and 13 feet (4 meters) when 30 ° to the left and right, 20 ° up and down.
  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Ohap&÷r 2 ¢onn÷c&ing Equipm÷n& 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...
  • Page 17: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual Sat÷lJit÷ Conn÷cting Your CabI÷ Using HDMI 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. Length are available up to 10 Meters.
  • Page 18 VlZlOVA370M UserManual For CaMe or Satellite Boxes with DV_: Turn off the power to the LCD 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 HDMI2 Input (green color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Using an audio cable (1/8' stereo connector on the going into the TV), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVl output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio associated with the RGB input (blue area) at the rear of...
  • Page 19: Using Component Video

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using Oomponent Video 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 Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Connect the PbCb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD...
  • Page 20: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Connecting OoaxiaJ (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digita_ 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. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV.
  • Page 21: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Tv

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. Connect coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna cable DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. Select TV using the iNPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
  • Page 22: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VIZIOVA370M UserManual Connecting Your P)ay÷r You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VA370M - HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. Using HDM( DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be...
  • Page 23 VIZIOVA370M UserManual @V@ P)ay÷rs @V): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVl cable, connect the DVl end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (green color area) at the side of the LCD HDTV. Using an audio cable (1/8' stereo connector on the going into the TV), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVl output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio associated with the RGB input (blue area) at the rear of...
  • Page 24: Using Component Video

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using ¢omponent Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better}: OPTICAL 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 Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Connect the PbCb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding PbCb (blue color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
  • Page 25: Using S-Video (Av)

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using S oVid÷o (AV) Connecting your OVO P_ayer (Good): Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV at the side of the LCD HDTV. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors...
  • Page 26: Using Composite (Av) Video

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD Player (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 (yellow color) connector in the AV input row (red color area) of connectors at the side of the LCD HDTV.
  • Page 27: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Turn off the power to the LCD NDTV and VCR or Video Camera. Connect the S-Video jack on the side of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV group (red area color) at the side of the LCD HDTV. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors...
  • Page 28: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual If your soundsystemhas a SPDIF(optical)digital audioinput you can connectit to the optical DIGITAL AUDIOOUT(whitearea)at the rearof the TV. Thisis activewhenreceiving audiowiththe programs b eingviewed nomatter w hatinputis beingused. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Using an audio cable (optical cable), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the OPTICAL OUT (white area) audio connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
  • Page 29: Connecting A Pc (Computer)

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Connectin@ 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 30: Preset Pc Resolutions

    800x600 48.08 72.19 50.00 800X600 46.88 75.00 49.50 1024x768 48.36 60.00 65.00 1024x768 56.48 70.07 75.00 1024x768 60.02 75.03 78.75 1360x768 47.55 59.81 85.50 "1920x1080 66.65 60.00 136.50 NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive, * = Primary Mode. www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 31: Basic Lcd Hdtv Start Up

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual T÷l÷vision Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Basic HDTV Start 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...
  • Page 32 VlZlO VA370M User Manual If your Time Zone observes the daylight savings, the next display will give the choice to select or no select it. Highlight your choice and press MENU/SELECT button to confirm your selection. At this point if you have an outdoor antenna or use a cable service (No set-top box), the signal source can be selected.
  • Page 33: Selecting Inputs

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual S÷I÷cting nput÷ 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 34: Using The

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using MNFO Guid÷ Press INFO on the remote to display program information for the channel you are watching. Press INFO to exit or wait for it to disappear automatically. The following information is displayed when the INFO key is pressed: D_te &...
  • Page 35: Watching A Tv Program

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual 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 36: Using The Navigation Wheel

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Using Navigation Wh÷÷i The Navigation Wheel on the remote control is designed to make the use of the OSD easier for you, as shown below: The MENU/SELECT key functions as an On switch, it activates the OSD screen when pressed once. If the OSD is already displayed, the function of this key is to select the highlighted option.
  • Page 37: 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 can not be held liable if proper...
  • Page 38 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Pause-Live-TV (PLT): This feature allows the viewer to pause the program (either from cable service without set-top box, or antenna) being watched and then to resume watching it at the point the TV was paused. The last three buttons at the bottom of the remote control operate...
  • Page 39: Adjusting Settings

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual u÷tin@ Settings When viewing DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, or AV, or Storage Device source, the following picture adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. The feature and parameter you are selecting to adjust is displayed in orange text in left-hand side of the OSD. Press •...
  • Page 40 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Rd]ustinq Channels settinqs If youdidnotsetupyourHDTV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens or if your setup has changed, you can do so from the TV menu. Press • / • / _1 / • to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments.
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Picture

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Adjusting &h÷ Pic&ur÷ Whenviewing DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, or AV source, the following picture adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. The source you are viewing is displayed in orange text in the bottom left-hand corner of the OSD. Press •...
  • Page 42: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Adjusting th÷ R_ctur÷ $÷ttings Press • / • / _ / • to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments. Press _1 to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD.
  • Page 43: Adjustingtheaudio Settings

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual AdjustingtheAudio Settings Whenviewing a DTV/ TV or an HDMI,Component, AV,or PCsource, t hefollowing audioadjustment OSDscreens areavailable whenyoupressMENU/SELECT onthe remotecontrol, T hesourceyouare viewing is displayed i n orange textinthebottom left-hand corner o ftheOSD, Press• / • / _1 / • to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments, Press _1 to return to...
  • Page 44: Adjusting The Parental Control Settings

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Adjustimg th÷ Par÷ntam Contro_ s÷ttings 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. Parental Control options are not available when viewing an HDMI source.
  • Page 45 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Thefollowing o ptions areavailable Ratings Locksmenu: 1. Block Unrated Shows - Thisoption allowsblocking ofunrated content. USA - TV - This option allows blocking of selected TV or Cable channels based on ratings established for US broadcasts. Select the desired rating and press MENU/SELECT to block (lock) or unblock (unlock).
  • Page 46 VlZlOVA370M UserManual 3. USA - Movie - Thisoption allows blocking ofmovies based on ratings established b ythe MPAA. S elect t hedesired ratingandpressMENU/SELECT to block(locked) o r unblock (unlocked). G -Generalaudience PG - Parental guidance s uggested PG-13 - Recommended for children13 yearsof age or older R - Mature audience NC-17 - Nooneunder17yearsofage...
  • Page 47 VlZlO VA370M 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...
  • Page 48: Adjusting The Settings

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Adjusting the S÷ttin@÷ When viewinga DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC SOUFCe,thefollowing s etup adjustment OSD screensareavailable when you pressMENUISELECT on theremotecontrol. NOTE: Wbe_ a comp_;_te_-s tl_e sou_'ce tI_e CC opton not: ava abe, Press •...
  • Page 49: Understanding Viewing Modes

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Understanding Viewing Modes Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. Expanded 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.
  • Page 50: Chapter 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    VlZlO VA370M User Manual 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 51: Chapter 5 Specifications

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual If thescreen is black. Makesurethe power b uttonis ON(VlZlOLogoglows white). Press the INPUT buttonontheTVortheRemote. Check theinputconnections. Power is ON but no Makesureanycableattached to theTV is connected t othe correct o utput screen image, froma Set-Top Box,DVD, e tc. Adjust b rightness, contrast o r backlight.
  • Page 52: 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 53: Compliance

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Caution: Alwaysusea powercablethatis properly grounded. Please usethe AC cordslistedbelowfor eacharea. Canada Germany BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance C ontrol A ct NOTE: T hisequipment hasbeentestedandfoundto comply withthe limitsfor a ClassB digital d evice, pursuant to Part15oftheFCCRules. T heselimitsaredesigned t o provide reasonable p rotection a gainst harmful i nterference i n a residential installation.
  • Page 54 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Chapter Sp÷ci ca&ions Panel 37" Diagonal (37" Diagonal Viewing Area), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920x1080pixels Pixel Pitch 0.4268mm (H) x 0.4268mm (V) Display Compatibility 1080p HDTV Colors 16.7 Million (8-bit) Brightness 500 cd/m 2 (typical) Contrast 1,300:1 (typical), 6,500:1 (w/DCR) Response Time 5ms (typical) Viewing Angle...
  • Page 55: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VlZlOVA370M UserManual Glo÷sary - S&andard D÷ ini&ions 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. For example, a "32 inch TV screen"...
  • Page 56 (90) days from warranty service or replacement, whichever is later. How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service, contact VlZlO Technical Support via email at techsupport@vizio.com, phone at 877-MYVlZlO (877-698-4946), or via postal mail at VlZIO Technical Support, 39 Tesla, Irvine, CA 92618.
  • Page 57 VlZlOVA370M UserManual ANYIMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANYIMPLIED WARRANTY O F MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR P URPOSE, SHALLBELIMITED INDURATION TO THEPERIOD OF TIMESETFORTH ABOVE. V lZIO'S TOTALLIABILITY FORANYANDALLLOSSES ANDDAMAGES RESULTING FROMANY CAUSEWHATSOEVER, INCLUDING VlZIO'SNEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, ORDEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCHDEFECTS A REDISCOVERABLE ORLATENT, SHALLIN NO EVENTEXCEED THEPURCHASE PRICE OF THEDISPLAY.
  • Page 58 The original carton box and packing material, or an equivalent as designated by VIZIO, must be utilized. The cost of shipping to VIZIO's service center is at the customer's expense. After the product is repaired and tested, the VIZIO service center will ship the unit back to the customer at VIZIO's expense.
  • Page 59: Index

    Inputs selecting, 44 Antenna, 4 channels Installation deleting, 40 Preparation, searching for, 40 Wall Mounting, 8 Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 50 Co-axial RF Connecting for DTV, 20 Connecting for TV, 21 color language adjusting, 42 selecting OSD, 48 color temperature...
  • Page 60 VlZlO VA370M User Manual OSD, 36 Brightness Adjustment, Color Adjustment, safety instructions, 2 Contrast Adjustment, selecting language, 48 selecting, 40 Outputs Screen Size explanation, 49 Using an external Receiver/Amp, setup menu closed caption, 48 language, 48 options, 48 reset all setting, 48...
  • Page 61 VlZlOVA370M UserManual Version 7/23/2009 www.VlZlO.com...

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