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VlZIO VASERIES UserManual
DearVlZIOCustomer,
Congratulations on your newVlZlO HighDefinition LCDTelevision purchase. T his UserManual
coversthe followingmodels:M190VA, M 220VAand M260VAin blackcolor and M190VA-W,
M220VA-W andM260VA-W inwhitecolor; f orspecific difference b etween themodels pleasereferto
thespecification sheetsinChapter 1 1.Thankyouforyoursupport.Formaximum benefit o fyourset,
pleasereadtheseinstructions b eforemaking anyadjustments, andretainthemforfuturereference.
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- Page 1 Serial #: Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under ficense from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
VlZlO VA 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 instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance... - Page 3 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual • 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. Toavoidelectric shock, a voidhandling thepower cordduringelectrical storms.
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Page 4: Television Antenna Connection Protection
VlZlOVASERIES UserManual 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. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........................Television Antenna Connection Protection ....................FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners ......................Attaching the TV Stand ..........................Unpack the TV and stand base: ..........................Attach the TV stand base: ............................Detach the TV stand base: ............................. - Page 6 VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Input ..............................PCSettings ............................. Sleep TimerMenu ........................... PhotoMenu ............................. WideMenu.............................. AudioMenu ............................. Picture Menu............................Parental Menu ............................HelpMenu ............................... System Info ............................. CC(Closed Caption) Menu........................CHAPTER 9 MA_N'TENANCE ANDTROUBLESHOOTING ..............Cleaning theTVandRemote Control ..................... Troubleshooting Guide ..........................Telephone &...
- Page 7 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Once you have opened the carton, check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. The screen surface can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the screen facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
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Page 8: Attaching The Tv Stand
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 9: Detach The Tv Stand Base
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Detach the TV stand base: HDTV face down on a clean, flat surface. Pull up on the locking clip, release it, and then slowly slide the base towards you. 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. -
Page 10: Front Panel
VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Pane Remote Control Sensor--Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower right corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal. Side Contro Pane LIGHT SENSOR--Activate it through the OSD menu if you would like the TV to automatically adjust to the ambient lighting of the room. -
Page 11: Rear Panel Connections
SPDIF--(OPTICAL) When digital TV is selected for viewing, the audio associated with the programming will be available on the SPDIF Optical connector for connection to a VIZIO Sound Bar or your Home Theater system. RGB PC-- Connect the video and audio from a computer here. Connect a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you want the sound to come from the HDTV speakers. -
Page 12: Side Panel Connections
VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual Side Pane Connections HEADPHONESm Connect your personal headphones here. AVm Connect composite video devices, such as a VCR or game console. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source. USB PORT--Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted... -
Page 13: Installing The Batteries
VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual Chapter 3 VJZlO Remote Control nsta ling the Batteries Remove the battery cover. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. -
Page 14: Remote Control Buttons
VlZlO VA SERIES User Manual Remote Contro 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 15: Chapter 4 Getting Started
VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual Chapter 4 Getting StaAed Your HDTV has a built-in setup Wizard that runs when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. Insert the batteries into the remote control. Plug the attached power cord into an AC wall socket. -
Page 16: Select Input Source
VlZlOVASERIES UserManual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time SeJect nput Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: DTV/TV, AV, COMPONENT, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, RGB, and PHOTO. -
Page 17: Viewing Digital Tv Program Information
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Viewing Digita_ TV Program _nformation INFO Button When you press the INFO button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Each press of the INFO button will display more information about the program: Press a second time, you will see the following display: Press a third time and the display should be as shown below Version 12/29/2009... -
Page 18: Which Video Connection Should I Use
Component. So try to use one of those connections first. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VlZlO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 8, and 12 foot lengths. Visit www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VlZlOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 19 Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. See www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVlZIO (877-698-4946) for details.
- Page 20 VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI Turn off the power to your 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 either HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input on your HDTV.
- Page 21 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Using Composite Video (Compatible) Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite Box. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your Cable/Satellite Box to the AVjack (yellow) on your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Cable/Satellite Box to the corresponding and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
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Page 22: Connecting Your Dvd Player
Using HDMI (Best) DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. See www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVlZIO (877-698-4946) for details. - Page 23 VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual Using Component Video (Better) Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
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Page 24: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
VlZlOVASERIES UserManual Connecting Coaxia (RF} Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital COAXIAL Turn off the power to your HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV connector on your HDTV. -
Page 25: Connecting A Home Theater System
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Connecting a Home Theater System SPD_F 8PDIF (OPTICAL) If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the OPTICAL digital audio out on the back of your HDTV. This is active when receiving audio with the content being viewed no matter which input is being used. -
Page 26: Using The Hdtv Settings Menu
VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Chapter 7 Your HDTV Settings Using the HDTV Settings Menu The remote control or the buttons on the front of the TV can control all the function settings. The HDTV Settings Menu allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off. -
Page 27: Audio Menu
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Audio Menu This menu provides all options to be adjusted to set the sound preferences from the built-in speakers. Under this menu the options are: SRS TruSurround SRS TruVolume% Equalizer Settings, Bass & Treble, Balance, Speakers, Digital Audio Out, Analog MTS, Digital MTS and Reset Audio Mode. Picture Menu This menu provides the options to customize your preferences... -
Page 28: Chapter 8 Adjusting Your Hdtv Settings
VlZlOVASERIES UserManual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings The following is a more detailed description of the different OSD (On- Screen Display) menu settings and adjustments regarding the options and features which are part of your HDTV. Starting with the default TV Menu and then in sequence according to the main OSD menu. -
Page 29: Vlziovaseries Usermanual
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual 5. Channel N ameEdit: If it isdesired tochange thenameofthechannel to a morecomprehensive orfavoritename, t hisoption provides youwitha choice. A small k eyboard w ill bedisplayed a nd usingthenavigation k eys,yourename thechannel toyourpreference. Menu Language Thisoptionallows changing t helanguage beingusedontheOSDmenu to eitherEnglish or French or Spanish. -
Page 30: Photomenu
VlZlOVASERIES UserManual SJeep Timer Menu Select this option to have the HDTV turning off automatically using increments of 30 minutes, the options are: Off, 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 120 minutes. The default being Off. Photo Menu When using a USB device with photos (.JPEG/.JPG files) as data, the following options and settings are available for you to use. -
Page 31: Widemenu
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Wide Menu The following table shows the different screen modes and display sizes according to the content being sent to the HDTV. Type 4899148gi(4:3) 7_16:9) 10_10it108_16:9) R_16:9) I°O ° J°O° © oo©oo J I°Q°l joO 3 Zoom Pa_of_i_ ooo1[o _et_h_... - Page 32 VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual The following paragraphs describe in detail the differences of the Aspect Ratio being processed by the 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...
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Page 33: Audiomenu
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Audio Menu Your HDTV sound is optimized by the use of SRS TruSurround and SRS TruVolume technologies, different options are available if you decide to explore the differences in HD Audio using the options. SRS TruSurround This technology creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete... -
Page 34: Picture Menu
VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Picture Menu This menu provides the options to customize your preferences on the looks and feel of the content of the signal being viewed. Picture Mode Use this option to adjust the different parameters of the content to satisfy your personal preferences. - Page 35 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Color Temperature: Use this option to control the "warmness" or "coolness" of the white areas of the picture. Choose from Custom, Cool, Normal, or PC. Normal is the setting for television broadcasting. Custom allows you to set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit individual preferences.
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Page 36: Parental Menu
VlZlO VA SERIES User Manual Parentam Menu This menu has all the different options to restrict certain channel and program viewing, this can be done 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 37 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual CAN-English Pressthe OK buttonto block(locked) or allow(unlocked) channels by the following Canadian English ratings: C - Children C8+- Children 8 yearsor older G- General Programming, suitable forallaudiences PG- Parental guidance 14+- Viewers 14yearsor older 18+- Adultprogramming CAN-French Pressthe OK buttonto block(locked)or allow (unlocked) channels b ythefollowing Canadian French ratings: G- General audience...
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Page 38: Helpmenu
VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Help Menu Under this menu the following options are available: System Info Display information about your TV, such as signal format and current software version. System Reset This option gives you two choices on resetting the values. Start Setup Wizard: Use this function to return to the Initial Setup menu. -
Page 39: Chapter 9 Ma_N'tenance Andtroubleshooting
VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Chapter 9 Maintenance and TroubJeshooting C eaning the TV and Remote Contro Remove the power adapter cable from the TV. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VlZlO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer. - Page 40 VlZIOVASERIES UserManual HDTV. Power is ON but there is no Make sure all cables attached to your HDTV are connected to the correct output image on the screen. on the external device. • Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source. Wrong or abnormal colors •...
- Page 41 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you • Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control. cannot hear sound. • Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON. •...
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Page 42: Telephone & Technical Support
Support Department at the number below. Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO's commitment to service excellence. For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone. Email: techsu pport@VIZ_Oocom... - Page 43 VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual FCC C ass B Radio nte#erence 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 44 VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Chapter t0 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Panel 18.5" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.300mm(H) x 0.300mm(V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Colors 16.7 Million 250nits Brightness cd/m 2 (typical) 20,000 : 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio Response Time...
- Page 45 VlZIO VASERIES UserManual Panel 21.53." Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.248mm(H) x 0.248mm(V) Display Compatibility 1080p (FHDTV) Colors 16.7 Million 250nits Brightness cd/m 2 (typical) Dynamic Contrast Ratio 20,000:1 Response Time Viewing Angle 170 ° x 160° (horizontal/vertical) lx RF 2x HDMI Inputs...
- Page 46 VlZIOVASERIES UserManual Panel 26.01" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.421 mm(H) x 0.421mm(V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Colors 16.7 Million 400nits Brightness cd/m 2 (typical) Dynamic Contrast Ratio 20,000 : 1 Response Time Viewing Angle 178°...
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Page 47: Preset Pc Resolutions
VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual Preset PC Resolutions M190VA/M190VA-W Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1360x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutions. - Page 48 VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual M260VA/M260VA-W Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1360x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutions.
- Page 49 There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period. Replacement parts and units may be new or recertified at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and units are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from warranty service or replacement, whichever is later.
- Page 50 Recovery and reinstallation of user data is not covered under this Limited Warranty. In order to protect your personal information, VIZIO recommends that you always clear all personal information from the unit before it is serviced, regardless of the servicer.
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Page 51: Index
VlZIO VA SERIES User Manual 16:9 ................System Info ............4:3 ................Home Theater Accessories ..............Connecting ............IN FO Button ............. Adjustments Volume ..............Input Source Advanced Adjustments ..........Choosing .............. Antenna ..............Inputs Antenna ..............Aspect Ratio ............. Btackbars ..............