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Vizio L32 User Manual

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Chapter 1 - Introduction ................................................................................................................................2
1.1 - Before Use ......................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 - Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 - Opening the Package......................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 - Installation.......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.5 - Important Safety Guidelines............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 - Television Antenna Connection Protection ........................................................................................ 5
1.7 - Package Contents.............................................................................................................................. 6
1.8 - Front Panel Controls .......................................................................................................................... 7
1.9 - Side Panel Controls ........................................................................................................................... 7
1.10 - Rear Panel Connections .................................................................................................................. 8
1.11 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control...................................................................................................... 9
1.11.1 - Key Remote Control Functions................................................................................................10
1.11.2 - Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control............................................................................12
1.11.3 - Remote Control Range............................................................................................................12
1.11.4 - Precautions for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control ..............................................................12
Chapter 2 - Connecting Components.........................................................................................................13
2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? ...........................................................................................13
2.2 - Connecting Your DVD Player............................................................................................................14
2.2.1 - Using HDMI (Digital HD) ...........................................................................................................14
2.2.2 - Using Component (Analog HD) Video.......................................................................................15
2.2.3 - Using S-Video (AV) ...................................................................................................................16
2.2.4 - Using Composite (AV) Video.....................................................................................................17
2.3 - Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box................................................................................................18
2.3.1 - Using HDMI (Digital HD) ...........................................................................................................18
2.3.2 - Using RGB Video ......................................................................................................................19
2.4 - Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera...........................................................................................19
2.5 - Connecting Coaxial (RF)...................................................................................................................20
2.5.1 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV ..............................................................................................20
2.5.2 - Using the Antenna through Your VCR.......................................................................................20
2.6 - Connecting External Amplified Speakers or Amplifier .......................................................................21
2.8 - Connecting a Computer ....................................................................................................................21
Chapter 3 - Getting Started .........................................................................................................................22
3.1 - Turning your LCD TV On and Off......................................................................................................22
3.2 - Watching a TV program ....................................................................................................................23
3.3 - Preparing the LCD for Wall Mounting................................................................................................24
3.4 - Adjusting Basic LCD TV Settings ......................................................................................................24
3.5 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD).................................................................................................25
3.5.1 - Menu Operations.......................................................................................................................25
3.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options ..........................................................................................................26
3.5.3 - Understanding Viewing Features ..............................................................................................29
3.5.4 - Using the Parental Controls ......................................................................................................31
3.5.5 - Setting a Password ...................................................................................................................32
3.5.6 - Setting the Sleep Timer.............................................................................................................32
3.6 - Remote Control Operation ................................................................................................................33
3.6.1 - Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control...................................................................33
3.6.2 - Searching for Component Codes ..............................................................................................35
3.6.3 - Reassigning Component Buttons ..............................................................................................35
3.6.4 - Changing Volume Lock .............................................................................................................35
Chapter 4 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting .........................................................................................36
4.1 - Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................36
4.2 - Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................................36
4.3 - Telephone & Technical Support ........................................................................................................38
4.4 - Compliance .......................................................................................................................................39
4.5 - FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement....................................................................39
Appendix A: Limited Product Warranty .....................................................................................................40
Appendix B: Component Program Codes .................................................................................................41
Appendix C: Glossary - Standard Definitions ...........................................................................................45
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    1.11.1 - Key Remote Control Functions....................10 1.11.2 - Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control................12 1.11.3 - Remote Control Range......................12 1.11.4 - Precautions for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control ..............12 Chapter 2 - Connecting Components......................13 2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? ...................13 2.2 - Connecting Your DVD Player......................14...

  • Page 2: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Congratulations on your VIZIO L32 32” LCD Television purchase. Thank you for your support of VIZIO and its LCD Television product line. The L32 is a precise electronic product and you should read the following instructions carefully to maximize its performance. It has passed regulatory safety certifications and you can be assured of the highest quality display with the utmost reliability.

  • Page 3: Opening The Package

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 1.3 - Opening the Package • The VIZIO L32 is packaged in a carton together with other standard accessories. Any optional accessories are packed separately in another carton. • The weight of the LCD display is approximately 44 lbs. Due to the size and weight of the product, it is suggested that it be handled by a minimum of 2 persons.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Guidelines

    • Do not place the L32 LCD TV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the L32 LCD TV falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the L32 LCD TV.

  • Page 5: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 1.6 - Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to the LCD TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO L32. To purchase or inquire about accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site www.vizioce.com 1-888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or call us toll free at Version - 4/14/2005 www.vizioce.com...

  • Page 7: Front Panel Controls

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 1.8 - Front Panel Controls 1. OSD – This button opens the OSD menu. 2. Mute/Exit – This button allows the user to turn off the sound on the LCD TV. Additionally, it functions as the exit button for the OSD menu.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel Connections

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 1.10 - Rear Panel Connections 1. Service (RS232) - Used for factory service. (do not use without instructions). 2. Digital HD (HDMI) - Connect a DVD multimedia player, computer or set-top box and the audio through this connection. This connection is indicated by the white color band on the back of the display.

  • Page 9: Vizio Universal Remote Control

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 1.11 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components. The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages.

  • Page 10: Key Remote Control Functions

    16. INFO – This button displays the image and system information display. 17. GUIDE – This button displays the electronic program guide. Note: this button is not functional for the VIZIO L32. 18. EXIT – This button exits the OSD menus. - These buttons navigate the on-screen display (OSD) menus.
  • Page 11 35. PiP Size – Press this button to select the size of the PiP screen from one of the following: small, medium or large. 36. LANG – This button is not functional for the VIZIO L32. 37. Swap – Used to swap the inputs from the main screen and the sub-screen while in the PiP mode.

  • Page 12: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    The effective range of the remote control is approximately 32 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30º to the left and right, 20º up and down. 1.11.4 - Precautions for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control •...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2 - Connecting Components

    Chapter 2 - Connecting Components 2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO L32 LCD TV ha s six different ways to connect your video equipment: Coaxial, Composite, S-Video, Component , RGB and HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface).

  • Page 14: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.2 - Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your new L32 LCD TV – HDMI (Digital HD), Component (Analog HD), S-Video (AV), and Composite (AV) inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 15: Using Component (Analog Hd) Video

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.2.2 - Using Component (Analog HD) Video Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on the rear of your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Analog HD1 group (green color band) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 16: Using S-Video (Av)

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.2.3 - Using S-Video (AV) Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV In group on the side of your LCD TV.

  • Page 17: Using Composite (Av) Video

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.2.4 - Using Composite (AV) Video Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the rear of your DVD player to the Video connector in the A/V 1 group (yellow color band) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.3 - Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box You have several options for connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to your new L32 LCD TV: HDMI (Digital HD) and RGB inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 19: Using Rgb Video

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.3.2 - Using RGB Video Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB cable to the RGB output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the RGB input (purple color band) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 20: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    2.5 - Connecting Coaxial (RF) There are several options for connecting your antenna or cable to your new L32 LCD TV - directly to the TV or through your VCR. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 21: Connecting External Amplified Speakers Or Amplifier

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 2.6 - Connecting External Amplified Speakers or Amplifier Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and external speakers. 2. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the rear of your speakers to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio output connectors in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3 - Getting Started

    VIZIO L32 User Guide Chapter 3 - Getting Started 3.1 - Turning your LCD TV On and Off 1. Connecting Power Cables Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your LCD TV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket.

  • Page 23: Watching A Tv Program

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 6. Connecting to a PC If connecting to a PC through RGB (Analog RGB) input, set LCD TV timing mode to VESA 1024 x 768 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).

  • Page 24: Preparing The Lcd For Wall Mounting

    VIZIO L32 installed contact VIZIO at www.vizioce.com or call toll free 1-888-VIZIOCE. The VIZIO L32 can either be kept on the base stand or mounted to the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the L32 to the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the base stand.

  • Page 25: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd)

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the bottom control keys on the front panel of the LCD TV can control all the function settings. The on-screen display (OSD) allows you to adjust and save contrast, brightness and other settings.

  • Page 26: Osd Menus And Options

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options The OSD menus and options are used to adjust various settings on your LCD TV. Some of the menu options can vary depending on the video input source that you are using.
  • Page 27 VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.2.3 – Temperature The Temperature Menu Option is only available when RGB is selected as the input. Color Temp. – Options include User, 5000k, 6500k and 9300k. Red – Adjusts the red levels of the picture.
  • Page 28 VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.2.6 – Parental Controls Parental Lock Enable - Turns TV and movie blocking on or off. TV Rating - Sets the level of television programs that will be blocked without typing in the password. For more information, see Section 3.5.4 - Using the Parental...

  • Page 29: Understanding Viewing Features

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.3 - Understanding Viewing Features Your LCD TV features four viewing modes and Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode. You can switch viewing modes using the on-screen display (OSD) or the remote control. For more information on using the OSD, see 3.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options, page 27.
  • Page 30 VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.3.2 - Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Mode Your LCD TV features PiP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same time. When PiP is turned on, you can display two pictures at one time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is displayed in a small window (sub screen).

  • Page 31: Using The Parental Controls

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.4 - Using the Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature prevents viewers from watching programs that are not age- appropriate, such as programs containing violence or adult language. 1. Press the MENU button to open the main OSD Menu.

  • Page 32: Setting A Password

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.5.5 - Setting a Password You control access to the Parental Control features with a password. The default password is “0000”. You can change the password to any four-digit number. To change the password: 1. Press the MENU button to open the main OSD Menu.

  • Page 33: Remote Control Operation

    3.6.1.1 - Programming for TV For your convenience, the TV button on the remote has already been preprogrammed for the L32. If you would like to program a second TV as the primary TV, please follow the instructions below. 1. Manually turn on the TV.
  • Page 34 VIZIO L32 User Guide 3.6.1.3 - Programming for Cable Box 1. Manually turn on the Cable Box. 2. Press the CBL button on the remote control. 3. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice. 4. Find the programming code for your Cable Box in the code list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons.

  • Page 35: Searching For Component Codes

    3.7.5 – Using a Cable Box or Satellite Box Remote Your VIZIO remote uses code 0178 and 1758 to work with your L32. To use a cable or satellite remote to work with your L32, refer to your cable or satellite remote users guide for information on how to program their remote.

  • Page 36: Chapter 4 - Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    VIZIO L32 User Guide Chapter 4 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1 - Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the display. 2. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the display.
  • Page 37 VIZIO L32 User Guide Snow appears on screen Check your antenna connection. Check TV / CABLE selection. Power is ON but no screen image. Make sure the video cable supplied with the LCD display is tightly secured to the video output port on the back of the computer. If the other end of the video cable is not attached permanently to the LCD display, tightly secure it to the LCD display.

  • Page 38: Telephone & Technical Support

    VIZIO L32 User Guide The PiP input is set to DVD but the The PiP DVD source must be 480i (interlaced) and not 480p picture does not look correct. (progressive scan). Set your DVD player to interlaced or choose a different PiP source.

  • Page 39: Compliance

    VIZIO L32 User Guide 4.4 - Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany Britain BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 4.5 - FCC Class B Radio Frequency 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.

  • Page 40: Appendix A: Limited Product Warranty

    Service Labor During a period of one (1) year from the effective warranty date, VIZIO will provide, when needed, service labor to repair a manufacturing defect at its designated Service Center. To obtain warranty service in the Untied States, you must first call our Customer Support at (714) 668-0588, 7:30 am –...

  • Page 41: Appendix B: Component Program Codes

    VIZIO L32 User Guide Appendix B: Component Program Codes for Televisions Version - 5/27/2005 www.vizioce.com...
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  • Page 45: Appendix C: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VIZIO L32 User Guide Appendix C: Glossary - Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Digital TV (DTV): Television delivered and displayed using radio frequency waves that contain information that is digitally encoded for improved quality and efficiency.

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