Vizio E40-C2 User Manual

Vizio E40-C2 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
E40-C2, E40x-C2, E43-C2, E48-C2, E55-C2, & E65x-C2

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  • Page 1 VIZIO USER MANUAL E40-C2, E40x-C2, E43-C2, E48-C2, E55-C2, & E65x-C2...
  • Page 2 This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default” setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these prevent your TV from being damaged, the following instructions...
  • Page 4 source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or   local power company. • Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or •...
  • Page 5 • WARNING: Keep your TV away from moisture. Do not - The performance of your TV changes substantially. expose your TV to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into • This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shall be placed on the apparatus.
  • Page 6 TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION Lightning Protection PROTECTION For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system Power Lines...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Installing the TV .............9 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings ........32 Creating a Custom Picture Mode ........35 Inspecting the Package Contents ..... . 9 Locking and Unlocking the Custom Picture Modes ...
  • Page 8 Using the USB Media Player ......60 Preparing your USB drive to display USB Media ....60 Removing the USB drive from the TV ......... 60 Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) ..64 ®...
  • Page 9: Installing The Tv

    INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged. VIZIO LED HDTV Remote Control 2 x Quick Start Guides with Batteries...
  • Page 10: Installing The Tv

    INSTALLING THE TV To install the stands: After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package contents, you can begin installing the TV. Your TV can be installed in two ways: • On a flat surface, using the included stand •...
  • Page 11 Insert the left and right stands into the base of the TV. (The stands are identical.) Secure each stand to the TV with two Phillips screws (included). Insert the screws into the back of the TV and tighten them using a Phillips screwdriver. When you are finished, place the TV on a stable, level surface.
  • Page 12: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model: Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. E40-C2 E40x-C2 E43-C2...
  • Page 13: Front Panel

    REMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, point it directly at this sensor. The power indicator flashes on when the TV turns on, then goes out after several seconds. To keep the power indicator on as long as the TV is on, see Turning the Power Indicator On or Off on page 56.
  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    REAR PANEL USB - Connect a USB thumb drive to play photos, music, or video. HDMI - Connect an HDMI device. Optical Audio Out - Connect an optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver. Stereo Audio Out - Connect an RCA audio device, such as sound bar.
  • Page 15: Remote Control Front

    CHANNEL UP/DOWN VOLUME UP/DOWN Change the channel. Increase or decrease loudness of the audio. V BUTTON Open the VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® (V.I.A. Plus) dock. MUTE Turn the audio off or on. LAST Return to the channel last viewed. WIDE Change the display mode.
  • Page 16 Replacing the Batteries 1. To remove the battery cover, press on the logo and slide the cover out. 2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 17: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices CONNECTING A DEVICE Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. Cable/Satellite Box 1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI-1, HDMI-2, Comp, etc.). 2.
  • Page 18: Connecting A Device - Audio And Video Cable Types

    CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO AND VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE COAXIAL CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional way Coaxial cables are the traditional way of connecting of connecting your devices to your TV. Video signals are antennas and cable television signals to your TV.
  • Page 19 COMPONENT CABLE HDMI CABLE Component cables are designed to carry HD (high HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers definition) video signals along with additional audio both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use. HDMI connections. Colors are delivered with color information technology transmits crystal-clear digital video along with over three connectors for video (separated into red, multi-channel surround audio.
  • Page 20: Connecting An Audio Device

    TV (HDMI, Optical, or RCA). 2. Turn the TV and your audio device off. 3. Connect the appropriate cable to the TV and the device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. VIZIO Sound Bar HDMI CABLE BEST • ARC 2-WAY COMMUNICATION •...
  • Page 21: Connecting An Audio Device - Audio Cable Types

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPES RCA CABLE OPTICAL/SPDIF CABLE HDMI CABLE RCA cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional Optical/SPDIF cables transmit audio signals as HDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital way of connecting your devices to your audio pulses of light through a cable made of plastic multi-channel surround audio through a single device.
  • Page 22: Connecting An Audio Device - Arc

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - ARC Without HDMI ARC With HDMI ARC Built-in Tuner Built-in Tuner VIZIO Internet Apps Plus ® VIZIO Internet Apps Plus ® Your TV Your TV HDMI transmits Without an HDMI ARC setup, all-digital audio from your TV...
  • Page 23: Connecting To Your Network

    CONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORK Your TV is Internet-ready. It can be connected to your home Connecting to a Wireless Network network with a Wired or Wireless connection. 1. Ensure you have a router or modem broadcasting as high-speed wireless signal (802.11n recommended). Connecting to a Wired Network (Best) 2.
  • Page 24: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you 4. Use the Arrow buttons on through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. the remote to highlight your country, and then press the OK Before you begin the first-time setup: button.
  • Page 25 8. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight your TV source and press OK. If you have cable TV, select whether you have a cable box or if you connect the TV directly to a cable from the wall. 9.
  • Page 26: Using The On-Screen Menu

    External devices such as DVD players, Blu-ray Players, and video game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these From this menu, you can: VIZIO devices with your TV, you must first change the input source in the •...
  • Page 27: Changing The Screen Aspect Ratio

    CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Stretch, • Wide stretches a 4:3 aspect ratio picture to the edges of Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom. Each mode displays the picture the screen. Since the picture is being stretched, the display differently.
  • Page 28: Viewing Video With The Menu Open

    VIZIO VIEWING VIDEO WITH THE MENU OPEN Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic When the on-screen menu opens, it covers the left-hand portion of VIZIO the picture. The picture can be displayed in three different ways: TV SETTINGS Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    To adjust the picture settings: • Auto Brightness Control - Detects the room's light level VIZIO and automatically adjusts the TV's backlight. Select Low for 1. Press the MENU button on the the darkest picture or High for the brightest picture. Select remote.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The More Picture Settings

    • Picture Size & Position - Opens a sub-menu with two 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the options: VIZIO Arrow buttons on the remote to • Picture Size increases or decreases the vertical and highlight More Picture and press MORE PICTURE horizontal size of the displayed picture.
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Color Temperature

    Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the Picture Mode Edit Settings To adjust the color temperature: To adjust the Picture Mode Edit settings: VIZIO 1. From the MORE PICTURE menu, 1. From the PICTURE menu, use use the Arrow buttons to...
  • Page 32: Adjusting The Color Calibration Settings

    To adjust the color calibration picture settings: 2. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and press the 1. From the PICTURE menu, use OK button. The Color Tuner menu is displayed. VIZIO the Arrow buttons to highlight COLOR CALIBRATION Color Calibration and press...
  • Page 33 To turn color channels off and on: To adjust the 11 Point White Balance settings: 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to Color Calibration and press the OK button. The COLOR highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow CALIBRATION menu is displayed.
  • Page 34 To show or hide the Color Bar Test Pattern: To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: 1. Ensure that you are on an input that is displaying active 1. Ensure that you are on an input that is displaying active content.
  • Page 35: Creating A Custom Picture Mode

    Left/Right Arrow buttons to select the color for the ramp test To create a custom picture mode: pattern. Selecting a color immediately shows that color ramp. 1. Set the Picture Mode to an VIZIO —or— existing custom setting. See SAVE PICTURE MODE...
  • Page 36: Locking And Unlocking The Custom Picture Modes

    Inputs assigned to a deleted custom picture mode To lock all custom picture modes: become assigned to the Calibrated picture mode. VIZIO 1. From the PICTURE menu, use LOCK PICTURE MODE the Arrow buttons to highlight...
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    Digital Audio Out - Changes the type of processing for 1. Press the MENU button on the digital audio out and HDMI ARC output when connected to VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu a home theater audio system or sound bar. Select PCM or is displayed.
  • Page 38: Changing The Equalizer Settings

    Changing the Equalizer Settings Delete the Custom Audio Mode To select a pre-set audio mode: To delete the custom audio mode: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
  • Page 39: Setting Timers

    Auto Power Off. 1. Press the MENU button on the 2. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote to change VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is whether the TV will turn off. If you don’t want the TV to turn off displayed.
  • Page 40: Blanking The Screen

    Blanking the Screen You can blank the screen while there is audio streaming. This feature helps save energy and the life of the screen. To blank the screen: • From the TIMERS menu, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Blank Screen, and then press OK.
  • Page 41: Using The Network Connection Menu

    To change advanced network settings: Connecting to a Wireless Network 1. From the NETWORK menu, To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is VIZIO highlight Manual Setup and being broadcast: press OK. The MANUAL SETUP MANUAL SETUP menu is displayed.
  • Page 42: Finding Mac Addresses For Network Setup

    TV's MAC address in the router's settings. being broadcast: To find the TV's MAC address: 1. From the NETWORK menu, VIZIO highlight Hidden Network and 1. From the NETWORK menu, highlight Manual Setup and press press OK. The ENTER ACCESS ENTER ACCESS POINT NAME OK.
  • Page 43: Setting Up Channels

    You can use the TV’s Channels menu to: to highlight TV (antenna icon), then press OK. • Select a channel source 2. Press the MENU button, select Channels and press OK. The VIZIO • Find channels CHANNELS menu is displayed. CHANNELS •...
  • Page 44: Adding New Channels

    To add a single new analog channel: Occasionally, you may need to add a new range of channels or add 1. From the CHANNELS menu, VIZIO a new analog channel. You can do this by using the Partial Channel highlight Add Analog Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options.
  • Page 45: Skipping Channels

    See Locking and Unlocking Channels on page 52. To remove a channel: 1. From the CHANNELS menu, highlight Skip Channel, and VIZIO press OK. The SKIP CHANNEL SKIP CHANNEL menu is displayed. Wide...
  • Page 46: Changing The Audio Language

    The Analog Audio and Digital Language 1. From the CHANNELS menu, features allow you to listen to audio from Secondary Audio VIZIO highlight Digital Language Programming (SAP). SAP allows you to listen to broadcasts in and press OK.
  • Page 47: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    To change the appearance of digital closed captions: If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast with closed captions, the TV will not display them. 1. From the CLOSED CAPTIONS VIZIO menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital Style and press DIGITAL STYLE...
  • Page 48 • Background Color - Change the color of the background Typical choices include: directly behind the text. • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip of • Background Opacity - Change the transparency of the background appears behind the text, expanding as the text background directly behind the text.
  • Page 49: Renaming Inputs (Using The Devices Menu)

    DVD player connected to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player.” To change the name of an input: VIZIO 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is NAME INPUT Input Name displayed.
  • Page 50: Changing The Tv Settings

    EXIT button on the remote. Power Indicator Input Wide work with DLNA-enabled Reset & Admin devices • Set up CEC devices to control them with your VIZIO TV Sleep Picture Audio Timer remote • Control when the power indicator light is on...
  • Page 51: Changing The On-Screen Menu Language

    TV’s time zone: To change the on-screen menu language: 1. Press the MENU button on the 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is VIZIO VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. TIME ZONE displayed.
  • Page 52: Using The Parental Controls

    Using the Parental Controls Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from To manage program content according to its rating, you must displaying certain channels or programs without a password. enable the Program Rating feature. The Parental Controls menu only appears when: To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: •...
  • Page 53: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

    Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating Changing the Parental Control Passcode A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for If you use the parental controls, you should change the passcode to children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant prevent children from accessing inappropriate material.
  • Page 54: Changing The View Mode Settings

    Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom. Each mode displays the picture To change the view mode settings: differently. 1. Press the MENU button on the To change the screen aspect ratio: VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is VIEW MODE displayed. 1. Press the MENU button on the...
  • Page 55: Changing Your Tv's Dlna Name

    The CEC function on your TV enables you to control devices computers, cameras, tablets, and smartphones. connected to the HDMI (ARC) input with the included remote, without any programming. Using CEC, your VIZIO TV remote can To create a custom DLNA name for your TV: control: •...
  • Page 56: Turning The Power Indicator On Or Off

    If an audio device was discovered, the TV's speakers are 3. Highlight Power Indicator and press OK. turned off. • The VIZIO TV remote controls an attached VIZIO sound 4. Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons to select On or Off, then bar or other audio system. press OK.
  • Page 57: Restoring The Tv To Factory Default Settings

    Enabling and Disabling Smart Interactivity Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings You can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to restore the TV to its Your TV can display program-related information as part of a factory default settings. broadcast.
  • Page 58: Using The Guided Setup Menu

    The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up channels on the TV or to connect the TV to your network. To use guided setup: 1. Press the MENU button on the VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. GUIDED SETUP...
  • Page 59: Using The Info Window

    USING THE INFO WINDOW The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the GUIDE or INFO buttons on the remote: • Press the GUIDE or INFO button once to display channel, input, and display information. • Press the GUIDE or INFO button twice to display the program title, program rating, audio information, and the start and end times of the program.
  • Page 60: Using The Usb Media Player

    Using the USB Media Player USING THE USB MEDIA PLAYER Playing USB Media To play your USB media: The USB media player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and play video, music, and view photos. 1.
  • Page 61 You previous screen. can browse files and folders using Current Folder the Arrow and OK buttons on the Displays the folder path. remote. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root connected USB USB1: devices. Current Folder root A.jpg...
  • Page 62 The blue bar will with your music, the album lengthen as the song progresses. art will display here. Connected Sources Fab Apple Dream VIZIO Displays On January Mix Comp Music connected USB Oliver USB1: MyFlashDrive devices.
  • Page 63 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays Video connected USB USB1: MyFlashDrive devices. MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos File Date Duration Family Vacation - California 00:23:43 Current Folder...
  • Page 64: Using Vizio Internet Apps Plus (V.i.a. Plus)

    Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) ® Vizio Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) delivers popular online content Using the App Launcher Keys to your TV. V.I.A. Plus features a selection of Apps that allow you to Use the App Launcher keys on the remote to launch the apps watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news pictured on the buttons.
  • Page 65: Using The Fullscreen V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window allows you to add and store 3. Press the OK button on the remote to launch the App. Apps. The Apps on the first page are displayed in the Dock and 4.
  • Page 66: Fullscreen V.i.a. Plus Apps Window Overview

    FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW OVERVIEW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window allows you to add, delete, • All Apps: Displays every App that is available for download. and organize your Apps. The My Apps tab displays Apps that are •...
  • Page 67: Customizing The V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    CUSTOMIZING THE V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW Deleting an App from the My Apps Tab To delete an App from your TV: You can add, delete, and move Apps around on your My Apps tab 1. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the App you for a custom look and feel.
  • Page 68: Moving An App In My Apps

    Moving an App in My Apps You can organize your Apps on your My Apps tab by moving them 3. Use the Arrow buttons to move the App to the desired location and press OK to place the App. When you can move the App, it where you want.
  • Page 69: Troubleshooting & Technical Support

    Troubleshooting & Technical Support Do you have questions? Find answers at SUPPORT.VIZIO.COM Find help with: • New product setup • Connecting your devices • Technical problems • Product updates and more Live chat support available You can also contact our...
  • Page 70 Ensure all devices are connected correctly. Devices differ; • Select a pre-set picture mode. See Adjusting the Picture see your device’s user manual for details. Settings on page 29. VIZIO recommends selecting the • Adjust Brightness, Contrast, or Backlight. See Adjusting Calibrated mode.
  • Page 71 The image quality is not good. I see “noise” or static on the screen. • For the best image quality, view high-definition programs • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital using digital sources. Connect your devices with HDMI broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted (improved) to cables.
  • Page 72: Specifications

    Specifications E40-C2 E40x-C2 E43-C2 E48-C2 E55-C2 E65x-C2 Screen Size: 40" Class 40" Class 43” Class 48” Class 55” Class 65” Class Viewable Area: 40.00" 39.50" 43.00” 48.00” 55.00” 65.00” Dimensions w/ 36.06" x 23.40" x 8.27" 35.71” x 22.73” x 8.27”...
  • Page 73 E40-C2 E40x-C2 E43-C2 E48-C2 E55-C2 E65x-C2 Remote Control XRT122 Model: Certifications: UL, cUL, NOM, FCC Class B, BET7/ICES-003 Class B, IFETEL, HDMI (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital Plus Compliance: Energy Star 6.1, NRCan, CONUEE, NOM-032 Voltage Range: 120V @ 60 Hz Power 27.43W...
  • Page 74: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR and set-up issues or any repairs attempted by anyone other than by a VIZIO authorized service center. Products with unreadable or removed serial Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not covered.
  • Page 75: Legal & Compliance

    Your VIA device may contain GPL executables and LGPL libraries that are subject to which the receiver is connected. to the PL2.0/LGPL2.1 License Agreements. VIZIO offers to provide source code 4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 76 (collectively the “VIZIO Software”) are licensed, Internet product offerings or services (“VIA Services”) on certain VIZIO TVs. not sold, to you by VIZIO, Inc. (“VIZIO”) for use only under the terms of this The VIA Services accessible herein are provided as per our agreement with License Agreement, and VIZIO reserves all rights not expressly granted to you.
  • Page 77 Nevertheless, you agree QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS WITH YOU. EXCEPT to use the VIA Services at your sole risk and that VIZIO shall have no liability to FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON MEDIA SET FORTH ABOVE AND TO THE you for content that may be found to be offensive, indecent, or objectionable.
  • Page 78 NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. In no event shall VIZIO’s total liability to you for all damages (other than as may be required by applicable law in cases involving personal injury) exceed the amount of twenty five dollars ($25.00).
  • Page 79 © 2015 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 141210OC-US-NC...

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