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Vizio M160MV User Manual

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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO M160MV 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.
For assistance, call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or e-mail us at
www.VIZIO.com.
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services
for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call
toll free at 888-849-4623.
We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our
website www.VIZIO.com or fill out and mail your registration card.
For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the
standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service
plans. These plans give additional coverage during the standard
warranty period. Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan.
Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV
for easy reference when obtaining warranty support:
Serial #: _____________________
VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc.
HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
and
TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "factory default (Home Use)" setting and this is the setting in
which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features
will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for Energy Star rating.
THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS;
IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION
MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. © 2010 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Version 6/15/2010
Purchase Date _____________________
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
www.VIZIO.com
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  • Page 1 IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. © 2010 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    VIZIO M160MV 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 instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of 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 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 4: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    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: Table Of Contents

    Using Component Video (Better)... 21 Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) ... 22 Connecting Coaxial (RF)... 22 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV ... 22 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera ... 23 Using AV ... 23 Connecting a Computer ...
  • Page 6 VIZIO M160MV User Manual CC (Closed Caption) ... 27 Analog Closed Caption ... 27 Digital Closed Caption ... 27 Digital CC Style... 27 Sleep Timer Menu... 27 TV Settings Menu... 27 Tuner Settings... 28 PC Settings ... 29 Parental Controls ... 29 Menu Languages ...
  • Page 7 Blu-ray DVD Players VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your HDTV. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946).

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Hdtv

    Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the service life of the electronic components.  Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. ...

  • Page 9: Wall Mounting Your Hdtv

    2. Read the instructions that came with your specific wall mount to properly hang your HDTV. Wall Mounting Specifications Screw Size Screw Length 10.0 mm Screw Pitch 1.0 mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 75 x 75 mm spacing Version 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Basic Controls And Connections

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT—The VIZIO logo lights white when powered on. Remote Control Sensor—Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Connections

    4. RGB PC— Connect the video and audio from a computer here. Connect a 1/8” mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you want the sound to come from the HDTV speakers.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Vizio Remote Control

    The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.  If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries.

  • Page 13: Remote Control Buttons

    INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). The inputs cycle in the following sequence: TV, AV (Composite), Comp (Component), VGA, HDMI, and Photos. After you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning.

  • Page 14: Chapter 4 Getting Started

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built-in setup App that runs when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control.

  • Page 15: Chapter 5 Using Your Hdtv For The First Time

    Also, verify that the power adapter is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. Press the power button on the remote control. The VIZIO logo on the front will light up white. 2. Select the input to which your device is connected that provides TV programming (i.e. TV, HDMI, COMP).

  • Page 16: Viewing Digital Tv Program Information

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information INFO Button When the channel is changed or when you press the INFO button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Each press of the INFO button will display more information about the program: Current INFO is as below.

  • Page 17: Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment

    HDMI or Composite. So try to use one of those connections first. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 8, and 12 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box

    Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details.

  • Page 19: Using Component Video (Better)

    L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on your HDTV and Cable/Satellite Box. 5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control. Version 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 20: Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible)

    DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details.

  • Page 21: Hdmi Connections For Dvd Players With Dvi

    4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 5. Select Comp using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the COMP button on the remote control. Version 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 22: Using Composite (Av) Video (Compatible)

    HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to your HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control. 5. Perform an Auto Channel scan. See Auto Channel Search on page 28 for more information.

  • Page 23: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Connecting a Computer 1. Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV. If your computer supports it, we recommend 1360 x 768.

  • Page 24: Chapter 7 Viewing Pictures

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Chapter 7 Viewing pictures Connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on your HDTV to view photos.  USB drives that are USB 2.0 and FAT or FAT32 are supported. The USB Port does not support external hard drives or USB hubs.

  • Page 25: Chapter 8 Adjusting Your Hdtv Settings

    Using the HDTV Settings App The remote control or the buttons on the front of the TV can control all the function settings. The HDTV Settings App allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off.

  • Page 26: Wide

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Wide Select how the picture displays on the screen. As you select an option, you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program. Normal Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black...

  • Page 27: Cc (Closed Caption)

    CC3, CC4, or Off. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2. Digital Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching digital TV. Select from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, or CS1, CS2, CS3, CS4, CS5, CS6, or Off.

  • Page 28: Tuner Settings

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Tuner Settings Note: The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode. Tuner Mode Select Cable or Antenna depending upon which you have attached to the DTV / TV Input.

  • Page 29: Pc Settings

    Select if you are connecting to your PC (computer). This option can only be selected when you are in the VGA input mode. Auto Adjust The TV will automatically position and tune the display for optimum performance. Horiz. Position Adjust the horizontal (left/right) position of the image.
  • Page 30 TV-G – General audience TV-PG – Guidance suggested TV-14 – Strongly cautioned TV-MA – Mature audience You can also customize the TV ratings for the following content: A – All sub-ratings FV – Fantasy violence D – Sexual dialog L – Adult language S –...

  • Page 31: Menu Languages

    Press Left or Right Navigation buttons to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Menu Languages Select to change the language of the menu. The default is English. You can also select French or Spanish. Version 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 32: Time & Local Settings

    Manually set the time when Auto Update is set to OFF. Auto Update When set to ON, the date and time are automatically set by the TV system. When set to OFF, you can manually adjust Today’s Date and Current Time.

  • Page 33: Reset Audio Mode

    Adjust the sharpness of the edges of elements in the picture. It does not produce detail that otherwise does not exist. This adjustment is helpful when viewing Standard Definition sources. Note: Sharpness is only available when Picture Mode is set to Custom. Version 6/15/2010 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...

  • Page 34: Noise Reduction

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Noise Reduction This feature diminishes picture artifacts caused by the digitizing of image motion content that may be present in the picture. Choose from Off, Low, Medium, or High. More Select More to adjust advanced options for fine tuning the picture.

  • Page 35: Photo Menu

    Display information about current picture, such as current picture name and resolution. Help Menu System Info Display information about your TV, such as signal format and current software version. Reset All Settings Return all Picture and Audio settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it.

  • Page 36: Chapter 9 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    1. Remove the power adapter cable from the TV. 2. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VIZIO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer.

  • Page 37: 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 1-877- MYVIZIO (698-4946) or e-mail us at techsupport@VIZIO.com.
  • Page 38 TV has video that is many times better than old TV so you will see interference and deficiencies you did not know you had. Make sure the power button is ON (VIZIO logo glows white). Make sure power adapter is securely connected to the AC socket.
  • Page 39 Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window. The TV remembers the volume level from the last time you adjusted it. If the sound level is higher or lower from another source, then the volume will change.

  • Page 40: Telephone & Technical Support

    Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 6 am to 9 pm Saturday – Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm Have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call. Telephone: (888) 849-4623 (949) 428-2525 Fax: (949) 585-9514 Compliance Caution: Always use a AC/DC power adapter that is properly grounded.
  • Page 41 6. Shielded interface cables and AC power adapter, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. 7. 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.

  • Page 42: Chapter 10 Specifications

    VIZIO M160MV User Manual Chapter 10 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Specifications Panel 16” (15.6” Diagonal), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.252mm(H) x 0.252mm(V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Colors 16.7 million...

  • Page 43: Preset Pc Resolutions

    Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1360x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).

  • Page 44: One-Year Limited Warranty On Parts And Labor

    VIZIO service center. VIZIO will cover the transportation charges to and from the same customer location. Units less than 30” must be sent to a VIZIO service center. VIZIO is not responsible for transportation costs to the service center, but VIZIO will cover return shipping to the customer.

  • Page 45: Index

    Technical Support ...40 Time Zone setting ...32 Tint ...33 Troubleshooting ...37 Tuner Menu Additive Scan ...28 Analog MTS ...28 Auto Search ...28 Digital MTS...28 Skip Channel...28 Tuner Mode...28 TV Menu ...25 TV Settings App ...25 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M160MV User Manual...
  • Page 46 VIZIO M160MV User Manual CC Menu ...27 Input Menu ...25 Sleep Timer Menu...27 TV Settings Menu...27 Wide Menu ...26 TV Settings Menu Menu Language ...31 Parental Controls Menu ...29 PC Settings Menu ...29 Time & Local Settings ...32 Tuner Menu...28 TV Stand Attaching ...8...

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