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- Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO E422VA television purchase. To get the most out of your new VIZIO HDTV, 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 HDTV High Definition Television.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV. - Page 3 Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV. Your HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture. Your HDTV is dropped or damaged in any way. The performance of your HDTV changes substantially. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual...
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Page 4: Television Antenna Connection Protection
VIZIO E422VA 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 5: Fcc Bulletin For New Tv Owners
VIZIO E422VA User Manual FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ... 4 FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners ... 5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV ... 9 Finding a Location for Your HDTV ... 9 Attaching the TV Stand... - Page 7 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ... 55 CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS ... 56 Preset PC Resolutions ... 57 Resolution through RGB Input ... 58 WARRANTY ... 59 Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual ...
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Page 8: Opening The Package
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. After you have opened the carton, check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. -
Page 9: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Hdtv
Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Contact VIZIO for more information on these services at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual prong) must not be... -
Page 10: Attaching The Tv Stand
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. -
Page 11: Wall Mounting Your Hdtv
• VESA standard 400mm x 200mm NOTE: If using wall mounts different from our certified ones, please verify that they are UL/CSA/ETL listed wall mount brackets with suitable weight specs. Version 10/29/2010 Wall Mounting Specifications www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 12: Chapter 2 Basic Controls And Connections
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER LIGHT– The power indicator lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer after few seconds of being powered REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. -
Page 13: Rear And Side Panel Connections
8. ANALOG Audio Out—Connect the audio from the HDTV to an external device, such as a Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo system by using a stereo Y-adapter from 1/8” stereo plug to L/R RCA jacks. Speakers cannot be connected directly here. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 14: Chapter 3 Vizio Remote Control
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR remote that lets you interact with Internet content delivered to your HDTV. Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match... -
Page 15: Remote Control Buttons
WIDE—Press to cycle through the available screen formats. The options Normal, Wide, Zoom, Panoramic and Stretch. — (DASH)—Press to insert a dash between the main and sub-channels. For example, digital channel 28- 2 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 16: Av And Multimedia Functions Keys
VIZIO E422VA User Manual AV and Multimedia Functions Keys Use these buttons on your remote control to control the Multimedia Features of the USB port input. Fast Reverse ( )—Press to reverse playback, and also to go back to previous photo, previous music track and previous scene when in Multimedia mode. -
Page 17: Remote Control Range
Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it. • Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Wipe it with a clean, damp cloth. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 18: Chapter 4 Getting Started
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert batteries into the remote control. -
Page 19: Using Your Hdtv For The First Time
A/V out, please plug your video signal (yellow connector) into the Component input (green connector) and match up the audio connectors (R and L) for the sound. Expect to see a black/white video in the Component input, if it is selected by accident. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 20: Viewing Digital Tv Program Information
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE to display more information about the program and schedule. Press INFO repeatedly to display additional information for that channel. -
Page 21: Exploring Vizio Internet Apps (Via)
HDTV Settings App Adjust TV functions like brightness, contrast, Parental Controls, and Network settings. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual Profile App Create a unique name, picture and set of Apps in the VIA Dock. Set up a profile for each member of... -
Page 22: Chapter 5 Connecting Equipment
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Chapter 5 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. -
Page 23: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite box. 5. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI-4 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 24: Using Composite Video (Good)
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Connect the Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your Cable/Satellite box to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Set Top Box to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. -
Page 25: Connecting Your Dvd Player
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player. 5. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI-4 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 26: Using Composite (Av) Video (Good)
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. -
Page 27: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
A/V out, please plug your video signal (yellow connector) into the Component input (green connector) and match up the audio connectors (R and L) for the sound. Expect to see a black/white video in the Component input, if it is selected by accident. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 28: Connecting A Home Theater System
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using Analog 1/8” Stereo Jack Adapter Connecting the cables 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Using an audio cable adapter (white and red connectors to 1/8”... -
Page 29: Connecting A Computer
TV. 4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your computer. 5. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI-4 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Version 10/29/2010 COMPUTER www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 30: Ethernet Connection
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Ethernet Connection The Ethernet function on your HDTV is used to access the Internet. Your HDTV also has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you can connect your TV through your wireless home network. A wired connection can sometimes deliver a more consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment. -
Page 31: Chapter 6 Using Via
HDTV Settings App picture and set of Apps in Adjust TV functions like the VIA Dock. Set up a brightness, contrast, profile for each member of Parental Controls, and Network settings. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual Profile App your household. -
Page 32: Using Vizio Internet Apps (Via)
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your TV screen, giving you the convenience of on-demand movies, TV shows, social networking, music, photos, news, weather and more at the push of the VIA button. -
Page 33: Using Profiles
Create a name b. Select an avatar (picture) c. Create a PIN (password) d. Set who can access the profile ▼ 6. Press to select Done. Your new profile has been created. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 34: Updating Your Tv
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Switching Profiles 1. Press the VIA button. ◄ ► 2. Press to select the Profile App, and then press OK. ▼ 3. Press to select Switch Profile, and then press OK. ▼ 4. Press to select the profile you want to switch to, then press OK. The Profile loads and the VIA Dock appears with the set of Apps associated with that Profile. -
Page 35: Chapter 7 Adjusting Your Hdtv Settings
Input Menu Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV, AV (Composite), Comp (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, and RGB (VGA). Version 10/29/2010 ▲ ▼ on the ▲, ▼ to adjust the selection. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 36: Wide Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Wide Menu The following table shows the different screen modes and display sizes according to the content being sent to the HDTV. Note: The red lines show the video signal being over scanned. www.VIZIO.com... -
Page 37: Cc (Closed Caption) Menu
The brightness adjusts the black levels in the picture. If the brightness is too low you will not be able to see the detail in darker parts of the picture and if the brightness is too high the picture will look washed out. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 38: Advanced Picture
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Contrast 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 39: Audio Menu
TV Speakers Turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn the internal speakers off when listening to the audio through your Home Theater System. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 40: Advanced Audio
VIZIO E422VA User Manual SRS TruSurround HD This technology creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog. Choose from On or Off. Note: When SRS TruSurround HD is On, Equalizer adjustments are not available. -
Page 41: Equalizer Settings
Values above 0 will boost the frequency and values below 0 will attenuate the frequency. Note: The Equalizer adjustment will only be available when SRS TSHD is set to Off. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 42: Network Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Network Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you set up your network connection using the Setup App. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the Network menu. - Page 43 Internet Service Provider if they provided the router for you. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual...
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Page 44: Settings Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Settings Menu Input Source Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV, AV (Composite), Comp (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, and RGB (VGA). Settings Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you scanned for channels using the Setup App. -
Page 45: Name Input
5. If you wish to create a custom name, press ▼ to select Show Keyboard, and then press OK. A keyboard will open, allowing you to enter a custom name, up to 10 characters. Version 10/29/2010 ▲ ▼ . An X will appear in channels www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 46: Parental Controls
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Parental Controls If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Controls. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV. - Page 47 13 ans+ – Not suitable for children under 13 years of age 16 ans+ – Not suitable for under 16 years of age 18 ans+ – Adults only Block Unrated Shows Block programming that does not have a rating. Version 10/29/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual...
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Page 48: Menu Language
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Change PIN (Password) Enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote control. Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it correctly. Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. -
Page 49: Chapter 8 Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Make sure your AC power cable is securely connected to the back of the television and wall outlet. Plug another electrical device into the outlet to insure the outlet is working correctly. Try another electrical outlet elsewhere in your home. Preferably on a different www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... - Page 50 VIZIO E422VA User Manual Issue Solution • • • • • Power is ON but there is no image on the screen / Black • screen • • • • • • Wrong or abnormal • colors/patterns • • •...
- Page 51 4:3 Televisions. Your HDTV has the ability to expand this content so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image accuracy. To use this function, select Wide from the HDTV Settings App. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual...
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Page 52: Audio Troubleshooting
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Audio Troubleshooting Issue Solution • • • No audio • • • • • Audio volume differs on each input • Low audio volume (TV internal speakers) • Distorted/popping audio • • • • VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting... -
Page 53: Remote Control Troubleshooting
Once an active Ethernet cable is plugged into your HDTV, you will see both green and amber link lights. If you require further assistance, please contact your Internet Service Provider. Make sure the device is correctly inserted. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual See Wireless See Wireless See Wired Connection See Wired... -
Page 54: Telephone & Technical Support
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Issue Solution • • Image or sound is interrupted • or distorted. • • Note: The Media troubleshooting only applies when this feature becomes available. Telephone & Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. -
Page 55: Compliance
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference. Version 10/29/2010 Canada: CSA UK: BASE/BS www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual... -
Page 56: Chapter 9 Specifications
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Chapter 9 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. E422VA Panel 42” Diagonal (42.02” Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4845mm x 0.4845mm Display 1080P (FHDTV) Compatibility Colors 1.06 billion @ 10 bit... -
Page 57: Preset Pc Resolutions
Polarity (Hz) (TTL) (TTL) 59.941 75.000 60.317 75.000 60.004 70.069 75.029 70.087 59.934 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO E422VA User Manual Pixel Rate Remark (MHz) 25.175 Windows 31.500 Windows 40.000 Windows 49.500 Windows 65.000 Windows 75.000 Windows 78.750 Windows 28.322 DOS 138.50 Windows... -
Page 58: Resolution Through Rgb Input
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Resolution through RGB Input If your PC supports VESA Reduce Blanking timing via the VGA card drive program (usually offered by the VGA Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to have the 1920x1080 resolution display through this connection using the following timing 138.5MHz. -
Page 59: Warranty
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Warranty ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS AND LABOR (Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only) VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. - Page 60 VIZIO E422VAUser Manual Index 16:9 ... 36 4:3 ... 36 Accessories ... 8 Adjustments Advanced ... 35 Volume ... 12 Advanced Adjustments ... 35 Ambient Light Sensor ... 39 Antenna ... 22 Apps Adding ... 32 Moving ... 33 Navigating ... 32 Using ...
- Page 61 Parental Controls ... 46 Password ... 48 Picture Reset Picture Mode ... 39 Picture Menu ... 37 Adaptive Luma ... 39 Advanced Video ... 38 Ambient Light Sensor ... 39 Backlight ... 37 Brightness ... 37 Color ... 38 Color Enhancement ... 38 Color Temperature ...