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Version 10/4/2006
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX32L 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 VX32L High
Definition Television.
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  • Page 1 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX32L 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.
  • Page 2 • Do not place the VX32L LCD HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the VX32L LCD HDTV falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the VX32L LCD HDTV.
  • Page 3 VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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 Now you have opened the carton check that the VX32L HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VX32L HDTV weighs approximately 32lb and is over 30” wide; please exercise care when unpacking the HDTV.
  • Page 5 Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX32L can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VX32L on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    1.5 VIZIO Universal 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 Universal Remote Control Precautions ...................12 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment .................. 13 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?......................13 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player ..........................14...
  • Page 7 4.17.1 Viewing Modes ............................46 4.17.2 Picture-In-Picture(PIP) Mode........................47 4.17.3 Adjusting Basic PIP Settings ........................47 4.17.4 Setting the Sleep Timer ...........................48 4.18 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control..................49 4.18.1 Programming for VCR ..........................49 4.18.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box.......................49 4.18.3 Programming for DVD Player ........................50 4.18.4 Searching for Component Codes ......................50...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    Power ( ) – Switch the VX32L on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to the VX32L 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.vizioce.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).

  • Page 10: Vizio Universal Remote Control

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components. The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages.
  • Page 11 DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. TV/Previous Chapter – Press this button to select TV. Note: this button has been pre-programmed for the VIZIO VX32L. This button also functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control.

  • Page 12: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VX32L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Rear...

  • Page 14: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX32L; HDMI, Component, AV (S- Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you.

  • Page 15: Using Component Video

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 16: Using S-Video (Av1)

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.2.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD Player (Good): Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the side of the HDTV.

  • Page 17: 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.vizioce.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
  • Page 18 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 19: Using Component Video

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 20: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the...

  • Page 21: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the side of the HDTV.

  • Page 22: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Tv

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.6.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable (out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV Turn on the power to the HDTV.

  • Page 23: Connecting A Pc Computer

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the other end to the RGB PC input (blue area) at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 24: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For ‘Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting’, see page 5. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket.
  • Page 25 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual b. The Language choice screen will be displayed; the default English option is highlighted. If you wish to change the OSD language to Français or Español, press the button on the remote control to select the language you want.

  • Page 26: Using A Pc

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual e. The screen will now change to show the progress of the search for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in all areas. Refer to www.antennaweb.org to get...

  • Page 27: Watching A Tv Program

    Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VIZIO logo on the front will change from orange to white.

  • Page 28: Program Information

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 3.5 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen with the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the TV can control all the function settings. The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, brightness and other settings.

  • Page 30: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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: Brightness

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.2.3 Brightness Press the button to highlight the Brightness selection. Press the button to start adjusting the brightness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum and maximum available levels.

  • Page 32: Sharpness

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.2.7 Sharpness Press the button to highlight the Sharpness selection. Press the button to start adjusting the sharpness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Sharpness Indicator Bar so you can see the sharpness level between the minimum and maximum available levels.

  • Page 33: Advanced Video

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.2.9 Advanced Video Press the button to highlight the option for Advanced Video selection and press the OK button. A new menu will be displayed showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the picture.

  • Page 34: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment 4.3.1 Volume When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the AUDIO ADJUST page. Press the button to highlight the Volume selection.

  • Page 35: Surround

    4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your VX32L 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: Time Zone

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.4.4 Time Zone Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control. Press the button to highlight the Auto Search selection.

  • Page 37: Digital Closed Caption Style

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style When selecting Digital Closed Caption you are also able to customize the look of the Closed Caption. Press the button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection. The default is Broadcast which means the style is the same as the broadcast channel has chosen for transmission.

  • Page 38: Dtv / Tv Input Parental Control

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control 4.6.1 Channel Block If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV.

  • Page 39: Tv Rating

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.6.2 TV Rating Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the TV Rating selection. Press the button and the Block TV Rating panel will be displayed.

  • Page 40: Blocked Unrated Programming

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the Block Unrated TV selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the blocking of programming that does not have a rating.

  • Page 41: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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 42: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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 43: Video Input Parental Control

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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 4.6. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.

  • Page 44: Contrast

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 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.

  • Page 45: H-Size

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.14.6 H-SIZE Press the button to highlight the H-Size selection. Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture. Use the button to adjust the horizontal size. 4.14.7 H. Position Press the button to highlight the Horizontal Shift selection.

  • Page 46: Understanding Viewing Features

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.17 Understanding Viewing Features Your HDTV features four viewing modes and Picture-In-Picture (PIP) mode. You can switch viewing modes using the remote control. 4.17.1 Viewing Modes Normal Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image.

  • Page 47: Picture-In-Picture(Pip) Mode

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.17.2 Picture-In-Picture(PIP) Mode Your TV features PIP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same time. When PIP is turned on, you can display two pictures at one time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is displayed in a small window (sub screen).

  • Page 48: Setting The Sleep Timer

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.17.4 Setting the Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off the LCD HDTV automatically. To set the Sleep Timer using the remote control: Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The Sleep Timer appears in the center of you screen.

  • Page 49: Programming The Vizio Universal Remote Control

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 4.18 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control You can program the remote control to work with up to four different components. Listed below are the steps for programming your VCR, Cable Box and DVD Player.

  • Page 50: Programming For Dvd Player

    4.19 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 51: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    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 52 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Problem Solution Power is ON but no screen Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is secured to the correct video image. output port on the back of the VCR and the TV. Make any cable you have attached to the TV is secured to the correct output your Set-Top Box, DVD, etc.

  • Page 53: Telephone & Technical Support

    Hours of operations: 6:00am – 6:00pm PST Monday – Friday 10:00am – 2:00pm PST Saturday – Sunday Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number and date of purchase available before you call. VIZIO 320A Kalmus Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Tel: (714) 668.0588 Fax: (714) 668-9099...

  • Page 54: Compliance

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 6.1 Specifications Specifications Panel 31.51” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.51075mm (H) x 0.51075mm (V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720P) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV) Colors 16.77 Million (8-bit)

  • Page 56: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV 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 57: Index

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 6.3 Index Sharpness, 32 Tint, 31 DTV Special Features Accessories, 4 Closed Caption, 36 Adjustments Closed Caption Style, 37 Closed Caption, 11 Language, 36 Selecting the Screen Size, 27, 46, 56 Reset, 37 Selecting the Screen Size, 11...
  • Page 58 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Audio Adjustment, 34 Parental Control, 38 Parental Control Picture Adjustment, 30 Block Unrated Programming, 40 Special Features, 36 Channel Block, 38 TV Audio Adjust Movie Rating, 39 Balance, 34 Password change, 40 Bass, 34 TV Rating, 39...

  • Page 59: Limited Product Warranty

    VIZIO retains the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if damages are covered by the warranty. In case of a claim that is not covered by the warranty, you will be contacted to determine whether VIZIO should repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to you as received by the repair center.

  • Page 60: Component Program Codes

    VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual 6.5 Component Program Codes Setup Code for VCR’s Setup Code for VCR’s Setup Code for VCR’s 21972 Emerson 20035, 20037, Marantz 20035, 20081 20184, 20240, Admiral 20048, 20209 Marta 20037 20045, 20121, 20043, 20209, Aiko...
  • Page 61 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s Setup Code for VCR’s Setup Code for Cable Converters Pioneer 20042, 20067 Tatung 20045, 20067 Daeryung 01877, 00877, Polk Audio 20081 Technics 20035, 20162 00477, 00008 Profitronic 20240 Teco 20035, 20037,...
  • Page 62 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Cable Setup Code for Satellite Setup Code for DVD Players Converters Receivers 20796, 21056, 21937, 20794, Torx 00003 00775 21020, 21915 Toshiba 00000 01414, 01226 Blaupunkt 20717 Trans PX 00276 Magnavox 00724, 00722...
  • Page 63 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for DVD Players Setup Code for DVD Players Setup Code for CD Players Lite-On 21158, 21058 20717 Miro 30000 Loewe 20511 Sylvania 20675 Mission 30157 Magnavox 20503, 20539, Symphonic 20675 30420 21976, 21914,...
  • Page 64 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for CD Players Setup Code for Audio Setup Code for TV’s Amp/Tuners Zonda 30157 Advent 10761, 10842 30074, 31263 Aiko 10092 Kenwood 31313, 31570, Aiwa 11914 Setup Code for Audio 30027 Amplifiers Akai...
  • Page 65 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s Citizen 10060, 10030, Gateway 11756, 11755 Kangli 10661 11928, 10092 11447, 10047, 10180 Clarion 10180 11454, 10051, Kenwood 10030 10451, 10180, Commercial 11447, 10047...
  • Page 66 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s 11904 10156, 10178, Quasar 10250, 10051, 10866 11924, 10650 Soundesign 10180, 10178 National 10051 RadioShack 10047, 10154, Sowa 10156, 10051, 10180, 10030, 10060, 10178,...
  • Page 67 VIZIO VX32L HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s Setup Code for TV’s 10463 Vidtech 10178 White 10463, 11909, Westinghouse 10623 VIZIO 11758, 11756, Viewsonic 11755, 10885, 10885, 10864 10864 Yamaha 10030 Vector Research 10030 Wards...

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