Table Of Contents - Vizio P42 User Manual

Chapter 1 - Introduction ................................................................................................................................2
1.1 - Before Use ......................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 - Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 - Opening the Package......................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 - Installation.......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4.1 - Image Sticking............................................................................................................................ 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 - Rear Panel Connections .................................................................................................................... 8
1.10 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control...................................................................................................... 9
1.10.1 - Key Remote Control Functions................................................................................................10
1.10.2 - Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control............................................................................12
1.10.3 - Remote Control Range............................................................................................................13
1.10.4 - Precautions for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control ..............................................................13
Chapter 2 - Connecting Components.........................................................................................................14
2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? ...........................................................................................14
2.2 - Connecting Your DVD Player............................................................................................................15
2.2.1 - Using Digital Video ....................................................................................................................15
2.2.2 - Using Component Video ...........................................................................................................16
2.2.3 - Using S-Video ...........................................................................................................................17
2.2.4 - Using Composite Video.............................................................................................................18
2.3 - Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box................................................................................................19
2.3.1 - Using Digital Video ....................................................................................................................19
2.3.2 - Using RGB Video ......................................................................................................................20
2.4 - Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera...........................................................................................20
2.5 - Connecting Coaxial (RF)...................................................................................................................21
2.5.1 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV ..............................................................................................21
2.5.2 - Using the Antenna through Your VCR.......................................................................................21
2.6 - Connecting External Amplified Speakers ..........................................................................................22
2.7 - Connecting an External Receiver or Amplifier...................................................................................23
2.8 - Connecting a Computer ....................................................................................................................24
Chapter 3 - Getting Started .........................................................................................................................25
3.1 - Turning your Plasma TV On and Off .................................................................................................25
3.2 - Preparing the Plasma for Wall Mounting...........................................................................................25
3.3 - Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings .................................................................................................26
3.4 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD).................................................................................................27
3.4.1 - Menu Operations.......................................................................................................................27
3.4.2 - OSD Menus and Options ..........................................................................................................28
3.4.3 - Using the Parental Controls ......................................................................................................32
3.4.4 - Setting a Password ...................................................................................................................33
3.5 - Remote Control Operation ................................................................................................................34
3.5.1 - Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control...................................................................34
3.5.2 - Searching for Component Codes ..............................................................................................36
3.5.3 - Reassigning Component Buttons ..............................................................................................36
3.5.4 - Changing Volume Lock .............................................................................................................36
Chapter 4 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting .........................................................................................37
4.1 - Maintenance.................................................................................................................................37
4.2 - Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................37
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
Version - 2/21/2005

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