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Models D50u-D1 and D55u-D1

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  • Page 1 VIZIO USER MANUAL Models D50u-D1 and D55u-D1...
  • Page 2 And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. use caution when moving the cart/apparatus To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these combination to avoid injury from tip-over. your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be instructions before using your product and retain them for future observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV.
  • Page 3 • Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. This may • Do not use your TV if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke • The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain warranty does not cover user abuse or improper...
  • Page 4 TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTION 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. Ground Clamp Antenna Lead In Wire information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and...
  • Page 5 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. default” settings and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory deafult picture settings or enabling other features will increase...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Removing the USB Drive from the TV ..........49 Connecting A Device - Audio & Video Cable Types......14 Selecting a Channel Source .............36 Connecting an Audio Device ..............15 Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus ® (V.I.A. Plus) .....53 Scanning for Channels ..............36 Connecting An Audio Device - Audio Cable Types ......16...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your 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 UHDTV Power Cord Remote Control with Batteries 4 x Phillips Screws...

  • Page 8: 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 wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not included) Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the TV and keep it from falling over.

  • Page 9: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. D50u-D1 D55u-D1 Screw Size:...

  • Page 10: Front Panel

    REMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. To keep the power indicator on as long as the TV is on, see FRONT PANEL...

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    USB - Connect a USB thumb drive to play photo, music, or video. HDMI - Connect an HDMI device. Component/Composite - Connect a component or composite device. 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 12: Remote Control Front

    BACK Go to the previous on-screen menu. CHANNEL UP/DOWN Change the channel. VOLUME UP/DOWN V BUTTON Increase or decrease loudness Open the VIZIO Internet Apps of the audio. Plus ® (V.I.A. Plus) dock. MUTE LAST Return to the channel last viewed.

  • Page 13: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices CONNECTING A DEVICE Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. 1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc.). 3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device.

  • Page 14: Connecting A Device - Audio & Video Cable Types

    CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE COAXIAL CABLE COMPONENT CABLE HDMI CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the Coaxial cables are the traditional way of Component cables are designed to carry high HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease traditional way of connecting your devices to connecting antennas and cable television...

  • Page 15: Connecting An Audio Device

    1. Verify that your device has an audio port that matches an available port on the TV (Optical, RCA, or HDMI). 3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the Home Audio Receiver VIZIO Sound Bar device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. RCA CABLE •...

  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio Device - Audio Cable Types

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPES RCA CABLE OPTICAL/SPDIF CABLE HDMI CABLE cables Composite cables) Optical/SPDIF cables transmit audio signals as HDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital traditional way of connecting your devices to your pulses of light through a cable made of plastic multi-channel surround audio through a single audio device.

  • Page 17: Connecting An Audio Device - Arc

    VIA apps to your home audio receiver will transmit audio signal to and from your TV with an all-digital through a separate audio connection. audio/video connection. Built-In Tuner Built-In Tuner VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® Your TV Your TV RCA (Audio) HDMI Cable...

  • Page 18: Connecting To Your Network

    CONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORK Your TV is Internet-ready. It can be connected to your home network Connecting to a Wireless 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) Using 1.

  • Page 19: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Completing The First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide To complete the first-time setup: you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Before you begin the first-time setup: •...
  • Page 20 Select your time zone and press OK. Select the name of your wireless network from the Use the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote to list of available networks and press OK. review the Terms Of Service and Privacy Policy. I Accept and press OK.
  • Page 21 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight If the TV Signal channel scan screen appears, the your TV source and press OK. TV will need to scan for channels, which takes several minutes. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Begin Scan and press OK.

  • Page 22: Using The On-Screen Menu

    From this menu, you can: a menu option, and press the OK • Adjust the Picture settings button to select that option. To change the input source: VIZIO • Adjust the Audio settings 1. Press the INPUT button on TV SETTINGS •...

  • Page 23: Changing The Screen Aspect Ratio

    CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO not stretched, but the sides of the image are extremely stretched. If you are watching widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1) content with black bars on the top and bottom, the black bars will still appear on the top and bottom of the display Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom.

  • Page 24: Viewing Video With The Menu Open

    VIEWING VIDEO WITH THE MENU OPEN VIZIO PICTURE When the on-screen menu opens, it covers the left-hand portion of Picture Mode Standard Auto Brightness Control Backlight Brightness • Viewport Contrast Color to the right of the menu Tint Sharpness More Picture •...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS 3. Use the Arrow buttons on the 4. To manually change each of the picture settings, use the Up/ VIZIO remote to highlight Picture Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight that picture Mode, then use the Left/Right...

  • Page 26: Adjusting More Picture Settings

    1. From the PICTURE menu, use the • Reduce Signal Noise* - Diminishes artifacts in the image To adjust the color temperature: VIZIO Arrow buttons to highlight More VIZIO caused by the digitizing of image motion content. Select Picture, and then press OK.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Picture Mode Edit Settings

    To adjust the Picture Mode Edit settings: 1. From the PICTURE MODE EDIT • The custom picture mode is not automatically saved. VIZIO 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the menu, use the Arrow buttons VIZIO LOCK PICTURE MODE...

  • Page 28: Deleting A Custom Picture Mode

    Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Custom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted. Inputs assigned to a deleted custom picture mode become assigned to the Calibrated picture mode. To delete a custom picture mode: 1. From the PICTURE MODE EDIT menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight To delete the user created Custom 1 picture mode, Delete Picture Mode, and then...

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Color Tuner Settings

    Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings To adjust the 11 Point White Balance settings: The Color Tuner settings allow you to adjust the HSB color and 11 1. From the COLOR CALIBRATION menu, use the Arrow buttons 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to to highlight Color Tuner, and then press OK.
  • Page 30 To show or hide the SMPTE Test Pattern: To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: To show or hide the Ramp Test Pattern: 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to 1.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    HDMI ARC output when connected to a 1. Press the MENU button on the To select a pre-set audio mode: VIZIO home theater audio system. Select PCM or Bitstream. remote. The on-screen menu 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is AUDIO is displayed.

  • Page 32: Deleting The Custom Audio Mode

    Deleting the Custom Audio Mode To delete the custom audio mode that has been created: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Audio and press OK.

  • Page 33: Setting Timers

    1. From the TIMERS menu, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on 1. Press the MENU button on the 1. From the TIMERS menu, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Blank Screen and press OK. VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is the remote to highlight TIMERS displayed.

  • Page 34: Using The Network Connection Menu

    Connecting to a Wireless Network 1. From the NETWORK menu, 1. From the NETWORK menu, highlight Manual Setup and press VIZIO To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is highlight Manual Setup and OK. The MANUAL SETUP menu is displayed.

  • Page 35: Connecting To A Hidden Network

    1. From the NETWORK menu, highlight Test Connection and 1. From the NETWORK menu, press OK. VIZIO highlight Hidden Network and press OK. The ENTER ACCESS 2. The TEST CONNECTION screen displays the connection ENTER ACCESS POINT NAME POINT NAME screen is displayed.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Channels

    Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options. This is quicker • Select a Channel Source 1. From the CHANNELS menu, highlight Channel Source and VIZIO than scanning all possible channels. • Find Channels press OK. The CHANNEL SOURCE menu displays.

  • Page 37: Skipping Channels

    To add a single new analog channel: Skipping Channels 1. From the CHANNELS menu, VIZIO are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some highlight Add Analog Channel channels you do not want to view. You can remove these channels ADD ANALOG CHANNEL and press OK.

  • Page 38: Listening To Alternate Audio

    LISTENING TO ALTERNATE AUDIO To use the Digital Language feature: 1. From the CHANNELS menu, Changing the Analog Audio Language VIZIO highlight Digital Language and press OK. The DIGITAL Some analog over-the-air (free) and cable channels broadcast DIGITAL LANGUAGE LANGUAGE menu is displayed.

  • Page 39: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    TV will not display them. 1. From the CLOSED CAPTIONS • Window Opacity - Change the opacity of the closed VIZIO menu, use the Arrow buttons to captioning box. highlight Digital Style and press DIGITAL STYLE...
  • Page 40 Typical choices include: • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip of Background Text background appears behind the text, expanding as the text appears. This is the typical "As Broadcast" mode. • Opaque background and window in the same color—When In the example below, the closed caption text is green, the background is black, and the window is red.

  • Page 41: Renaming Devices On The Input Menu

    To change the name of an input: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. VIZIO 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Devices and NAME INPUT press OK. The DEVICES menu is displayed.

  • Page 42: Changing The Tv Settings

    To view technical data and status information about your TV and Using the System menu, you can: network connection: To change the on-screen menu language: VIZIO • View system information 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is SYSTEM 1.

  • Page 43: Setting The Time And Local Settings

    1. Press the MENU button on the The Parental Controls menu only appears when: To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is • You are using the tuner to receive your TV signals, such as June 11, 2015 11:48AM 1.

  • Page 44: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

    Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating Changing the Parental Control PIN Resetting the Content Locks A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for If you use the parental controls, you should change the PIN to To reset the content locks to the factory-default settings: children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant prevent children from accessing inappropriate material.

  • Page 45: Changing The View Mode Settings

    Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom. Each mode displays the picture image. 1. Press the MENU button on the VIZIO • (480i and 480p) - Fills the screen remote. The on-screen menu is Some programs have black bars on the top or sides of the picture from the left to right edges.

  • Page 46: Changing The Dlna Name Of Your Tv

    HDMI (ARC) input with the included remote, without when the TV is on. You can change this setting if you prefer the light any programming. Using CEC, your VIZIO TV remote can control: to be on. computers, cameras, tablets, and smartphones.

  • Page 47: Using The Reset & Admin Menu

    The on-screen menu is displayed. RESET & ADMIN Reset TV to Factory Defaults 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the VIZIO Privacy Policy remote to highlight System and Smart Interactivity press OK. The SYSTEM menu is Store Demo displayed.

  • Page 48: Using The Guided Setup Menu

    Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the 1. Press the MENU button on the program title, program rating, audio information, and the VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is start and end times of the program. displayed.

  • Page 49: Using The Usb Media Player

    Using the USB Media Player Using the USB Media Player Preparing Your USB Drive to Play USB Media Removing the USB Drive from the TV • • • Playing USB Media V button Arrow Multimedia Arrow Arrow Music, Video Photo Arrow Fullscreen...
  • Page 50 Now Playing Information Back Button Album Art Progress Bar Connected Sources VIZIO Fab Apple Dream On January Mix Comp Music Oliver USB1: MyFlashDrive 00:04:00 00:04:46 MyFlashDrive\Audio\root\My Music Track Album Artist Duration Starry Summer Summer Mix JCheesy 2:42 Current Folder Downspin...
  • Page 51 Back Button Connected Sources VIZIO Video USB1: MyFlashDrive MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos File Date Duration Family Vacation - California 00:23:43 Current Folder 26th Birthday Party 00:38:18 My Videos Summer 2012 00:41:08 Greatest Trip Ever 00:05:32 Folder Contents/ Playlist Sort by Date Sort:...
  • Page 52 Folder Contents Back Button Back Button Current Folder Arrow Connected Sources VIZIO Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root USB1: Current Folder root A.jpg B.jpg C.jpg Start Fullscreen Slideshow Start Slideshow Sort by Date or File Name Sort: Name A-Z View Thumbnails/Folders View: Thumbnails D.jpg E.jpg...

  • Page 53: 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 to your TV. V.I.A. Plus features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, and more–all on demand.

  • Page 54: Using The Fullscreen V.i.a. Apps Window

    USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS WINDOW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps window allows you to add and store Apps on additional pages can be moved to the Dock. To open the Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window: 1. Press the V Button on the remote twice. 2.

  • Page 55: 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 and organize your Apps. The My Apps tab displays Apps that displayed in the V.I.A. Plus App Dock. Apps with a small lock icon in the right-hand corner cannot be deleted.

  • Page 56: Customizing The V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    CUSTOMIZING THE V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW Deleting an App from the My Apps Tab Moving an App in My Apps To delete an app from your TV: You can organize your Apps on your My Apps tab by moving them You can add, delete, and move apps around on your My Apps tab where you want.
  • Page 57 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 appears as shown below. Note: App location, appearance, and availability subject to change without notice. Cursor showing the location that the app will move to...

  • Page 58: Viewing Ultra Hd Content

    In addition, the TV supports HDCP 2.2 technology which allows you • 802.11n Wireless Router The VIZIO D-Series Ultra HDTV is your crystal-clear window to a game consoles. The D-Series is built to be future proof. It will allow 802.11ac Wireless Router (For best performance) users to view Ultra HD content as it becomes readily available.

  • Page 59: 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 60 Customized Support Get assistance quickly with your information on-hand. News & Offers Take advantage of the latest news and special offers from VIZIO. Safety & Satisfaction Stay up to date with important product updates and notifications. REGISTER YOUR VIZIO PRODUCT NOW...
  • Page 61 Select a pre-set picture mode. See Adjusting the Picture extremely high level of technology. However, sometimes • Settings on page 25 . VIZIO recommends selecting pixels may not display correctly. These types of see your device’s user manual for details.
  • Page 62 I see “noise” or static on the screen. • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted (improved) to match your TV’s display capabilities. This up-converting can sometimes cause irregularities in the image. • If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
  • Page 63 D50u-D1 D50u-D1 50" 49.50" 44.24" x 28.27" x 10.04" 44.24" x 25.91" x 2.52" 30.87 lbs 30.0 lbs Full-Array LED 12 Zones 3840 x 2160 (UHD, 2160p) 5,000,000:1 0.2854mm (H) X 0.2855mm (V) 176° (H) / 176° (V)
  • Page 64 D55u-D1 D55u-D1 55" 54.64" 48.76" x 30.75" x 10.04" 48.76" x 28.39" x 2.52" 37.48 lbs 36.6 lbs Full-Array LED 14 Zones 3840 x 2160 (UHD, 2160p) 5,000,000:1 0.315mm (H) X 0.315mm (V) 178° (H) / 178° (V)

  • Page 65: Warranty

    Covers units purchased as new in United States and covered Product to the VIZIO service center. CHECK WWW.VIZIO.COM FOR THE MOST CURRENT VERSION. Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and Limitations and Exclusions...

  • Page 66: Legal & Compliance

    2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. made to VIZIO at www.VIZIO.com. VIZIO or said third parties providing VIA Services reserve the right to delete data from their servers, or prevent access to their servers or to change data to which the receiver is connected.
  • Page 67 The following terms and conditions govern the use of any software on your products or services purchased, that is gathered periodically to facilitate the your sole risk and that VIZIO shall have no liability to you for content that may VIZIO HD TV: provision of software updates, product support and other services to you, 1.
  • Page 68 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 limitations will apply even if the above stated remedy fails of its essential purpose.
  • Page 69 © 2015 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 08262015 AD-US-A...

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