Vizio VW26L User Manual

Vizio VW26L User Manual

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Version 2/6/2007
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW26L High
Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you
for your support. For maximum benefit of your set,
please read these instructions before making any
adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
We hope you will experience many years of
enjoyment from your new VIZIO VW26L High
Definition Television.
For assistance, please call 714-668-0588 or e-
techsupport@vinc.com
mail us at
To purchase or inquire about accessories and
installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV,
please visit our website at
call toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
We recommend you register your VIZIO VW26L
HDTV10F either at our website
or fill in your registration card and mail it in. For
peace of mind and to protect your investment
beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-
site extended warranty service plans.
plans
give
additional
standard warranty period. Visit our website or call
us to purchase a plan.
Write down the serial number located on the back
of your VW26L.
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  • Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW26L High Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO VW26L High Definition Television.
  • Page 2 • Never push any object into the slot on the VW26L LCD HDTV cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the VW26L LCD HDTV.
  • Page 3: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External 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 4: Opening The Package

    Now you have opened the carton check that the VW26L HDTV10F is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
  • Page 5: Installation Preparation

    Install the TV in landscape orientation; any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Please contact VIZIO for more information on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Version 2/6/2007...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...10 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ...12 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...12 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...12 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ... 13 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...13 2.2 Coaxial (RF) ...14 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV...14...
  • Page 7 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...50 5.4 Compliance ...51 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...51 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ...52 6.1 Specifications ...52 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions ...53 6.3 Index ...54 Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) – Switch the VW26L on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to the VW26L off. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). If a sub-menu is active, pressing this button will return to the previous menu level.
  • Page 9: Rear Panel Connections

    HDMI 1 – Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
  • Page 10: Vizio Remote Control

    - These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). OK – Use this button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Version 2/6/2007 Note: this button is NOTE: Your Remote Control may look like this. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual...
  • Page 11 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual WIDE – This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal and Panoramic. . The options for HD (High Definition 16:9) and RGB PC are 4:3 and 16:9.
  • Page 12: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 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. Re-attach the battery cover.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment

    Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VW26L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection Connector Quality (type) Best (digital)
  • Page 14: Coaxial (Rf)

    Digital broadcasts are not available in all areas. www.antennaweb.org Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are correctly grounded. For Professional antenna installation contact us at call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual for detailed information. www.VIZIO.com www.VIZIO.com Refer to...
  • Page 15: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Tv

    TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the “Antenna In” connector on the rear of your VCR. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 16: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
  • Page 17: For Hdtv Set-Top Boxes With Dvi

    Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 18: Using Component Video

    Component button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 19: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    TV button (below the WIDE button) on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the product. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 20: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VW26L for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters. www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
  • Page 21: Using Component Video

    Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 22: Using S-Video (Av2)

    You may use the AV2 input on the side if you wish, as long as you are not already using it for the S-Video input. Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 23: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 24: Preset Pc Resolutions

    H.Freq (kHz) V.Freq (Hz) H.Sync 31.5 59.94 37.5 75.00 31.46 70.08 37.9 60.317 46.9 53.7 85.06 48.4 60.01 60.0 75.03 47.7 60.00 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual V.Sync Pixel Freq (MHz) 25.175 31.500 28.320 40.000 49.500 56.250 65.000 78.750 85.500...
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    OSD language to Français or Español, press the button on the remote control to select the language you want. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 26 When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to informed that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. Press the OK button on the remote control to exit and begin watching TV. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual to get www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 27: Watching A Tv Program

    Fore more information see Section 4.17 - Understanding Viewing Modes, on page 47. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Note: The Channel buttons, on the side of the HDTV www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 28: Program Information

    LCD HDTV. Program Information: Provided by Broadcaster Program Closed Caption Rating is available Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Audio is Stereo TV Channel Number ATSC HDTV (High Definition TV) www.VIZIO.com Station Name: provided by Broadcaster...
  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv

    Repeat steps 2 through 5 to adjust additional options within this menu. Once the adjustments are completed press the MENU button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Audio Parental Controls button on the remote control or the www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 30: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 4.2.1 Picture Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. Use the button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game.
  • Page 31: Contrast

    Use the button to adjust the level. The Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual button to adjust the level. button to adjust the level. button to adjust the level.
  • Page 32: Tint

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.2.7 Tint Press the button to highlight the Tint selection. Press the button to start adjusting the tint and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Tint Indicator Bar so you can see the tint adjustment to the left or right of the nominal position.
  • Page 33: Advanced Setting

    Press the feature is activated the manual backlight adjustment is disabled. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Use this feature to increase the picture button to choose from the Off, Low, Medium or Strong setting.
  • Page 34: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    Bass Indicator Bar, as before, so you can see the bass level between the zero and maximum available levels. Use the Version 2/6/2007 PICTURE button to display button to adjust for treble boost or attenuation. button to adjust for bass boost or attenuation. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual...
  • Page 35: Balance

    4.4 TV Setup When you first used your VW26L you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the TV TUNER SETUP menu.
  • Page 36: Skip Channel

    The Reset All Settings feature (see page 37) does NOT reset the password. Version 2/6/2007 buttons to open the TV TUNER SETUP menu and then button to select this channel to be skipped PICTURE button to display The default www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual button to...
  • Page 37 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Press the button to highlight the Channel Block selection. Press the button to turn it on or off. Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 38: Tv Rating

    NC-17 – No one under 17 years of age X – No one under 17 years of age Press the button to navigate through the Movie rating options. Press the (locked) or allow (unlocked). Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com button to block button to block...
  • Page 39: Blocked Unrated Programming

    Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see page 37) does NOT reset the password. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 40: Input Setup

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.6 Input Setup 4.6.1 Language When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button until the SETUP page is displayed. Press the button to highlight the Language selection.
  • Page 41: Analog Closed Caption

    4.6.7 Reset All Settings Press the button to highlight the Reset All Settings selection. Press the button to reset the TV to the default factory settings. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 42: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments.
  • Page 43: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.
  • Page 44: Video Input Parental Control

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4.13 Video Input Parental Control The Parental Control menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.7. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.
  • Page 45: Brightness

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual The Contrast adjusts the white levels in the picture. If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture.
  • Page 46: H-Size

    PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.4. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments and no Closed Caption. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual button to adjust the tuning. www.VIZIO.com button to adjust...
  • Page 47: Understanding Viewing Modes

    Note: Viewing modes are saved based on input. widescreen mode and then watched TV in standard mode. When you switch back to DVD input, the viewing mode will return to widescreen. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual For example, you lasted watched a DVD in www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 48: Setting The Sleep Timer

    4.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to work your LCD HDTV. To use a cable or satellite remote to work the LCD HDTV, refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for more information on how to program the remote.
  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide

    If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1-714-668-0588 or e- techsupport@vinc.com...
  • Page 50: Telephone & Technical Support

    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. Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number and date of purchase available before you call. Version 2/6/2007 E-mail: techsupport@vinc.com...
  • Page 51: Compliance

    The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. interference. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such...
  • Page 52: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information

    25.7” W x 19” H x 7.9” D with stand; 25.7” W x 17.7” H x 3.49” D without stand Net Weight 24.9 lbs with stand, 22.2 lbs without stand Gross Weight 31.9 lbs Certifications CSA/C-UL, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 53: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio”, that is, the screen’s width as compared to its height.
  • Page 54: Index

    Backlight, 30, 44 Brightness, 31, 45 Color, 31 Color Temperature, 32, 45 Contrast, 31, 44 Picture Mode, 30 Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Sharpness, 31 Tint, 32 DTV Special Features Closed Caption, 41 Closed Caption Style, 41 Language, 40...
  • Page 55 Technical Specifications, 52 Troubleshooting Guide, 49 Audio Adjustment, 34 Parental Control, 36 Picture Adjustment, 30 Special Features, 40 Version 2/6/2007 VIZIO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual TV Audio Adjust Balance, 35 Bass, 34 Simulated Surround Sound, 35 Treble, 34 Volume, 34...

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