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- Page 1 Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO L42 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 L42 High Definition Television.
- Page 2 • Do not place the L42 LCD HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the L42 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 L42 LCD HDTV.
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Page 3: Television Antenna Connection Protection
Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. -
Page 4: Opening The Package
L42 HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The L42 HDTV weighs approximately 100lb (45kg) and about 43” wide x 32” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV. - Page 5 The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow space between the back of the TV and the wall. If you would like to mount your TV on the wall, please see below ‘Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting’...
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Page 6: Preparing Your Lcd Hdtv For Wall Mounting
Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO L42HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the L42HDTV on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ...15 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions ...15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ... 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player ...17... - Page 8 4.14.2 Viewing Modes ...54 4.14.3 Picture-In-Picture(PIP)/Picture-by-Picture(POP)Mode...55 4.14.4 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...55 4.14.5 Setting the Sleep Timer ...56 4.15 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control...57 4.15.1 Programming for VCR ...57 4.15.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...57 4.15.3 Programming for DVD Player ...58 4.15.4 Searching for Component Codes ...58...
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Page 9: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections
Channel ▲/▼ – Use these buttons to step up or down the TV channels. While the OSD is active, these buttons function as up and down controls in the OSD menus. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections
OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT – When the DTV input is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to your home theatre system. The black color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. - Page 11 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...
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Page 12: Vizio Universal Remote Control
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 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 13 MTS/Play – This button will select the MTS options of Stereo, SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV mode. Additionally, this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control.
- Page 14 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- and +) – Use these buttons to increase or decrease the size of the picture. Note that in the zoom mode parts of the picture will not be visible because they extend beyond the edges of the screen.
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Page 15: Insertion Of Batteries In The 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 respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries. -
Page 16: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment
Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO L42HDTV 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 17: 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 L42HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters or less. www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 18 Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI 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 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual...
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Page 19: Using Component Video
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 LCD HDTV. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue 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 LCD HDTV. -
Page 20: Using S-Video (Av2)
Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV 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 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 21: Using Composite (Av) Video
R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the AV1 group (yellow color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. -
Page 22: 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 or less. See www.vizioce.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. - Page 23 PC input for a greater selection of PC formats. Note: The HDMI input on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection.
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Page 24: Using Component Video
(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 LCD HDTV. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue 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 LCD HDTV. -
Page 25: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera
Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 26: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)
HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: Not all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Refer to the program guides, or consult your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Digital broadcasts are not available in all areas. Refer to information. -
Page 27: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Tv
Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the 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. -
Page 28: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (black area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. This is active when receiving digital audio with the programs from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 29: Connecting A Pc Computer
Refer to your pc computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 30: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television
TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control, and Auto Scan for the available TV channels.. Please follow the instructions below: a. - Page 31 6. Using a PC If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).
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Page 32: Watching A Tv Program
TV Channels To step up or down through the available TV channels, press the CH+ or CH- button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control once for the next or previous channel, or hold it depressed until the desired channel is reached. -
Page 33: Dtv Channel Information
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 3.4 DTV Channel Information When a channel is selected, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. This information consists of the channel number and name, the format in which the program is broadcast (480i SD,... -
Page 34: Program Information
VIZIO L42 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 of the panel. -
Page 35: Information On Lcd Hdtv Status
3.6 Information on LCD HDTV Status When you change TV channels or inputs, or press the INFO button on the remote, an Information Banner is displayed for a few seconds to tell you the status of the LCD HDTV. 3.6.1 No PIP or POP... - Page 36 PC Input, no PIP Main Screen PC Input Version 6/26/2006 Vertical Refresh Rate 60Hz 480i NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV), sometimes called YCbCr. Can be 480P, 720P or 1080i Vertical Refresh Rate 60Hz PC Format is 1024x768 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual...
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Page 37: With Pip And Pop
Channel In this case English 1080i HD: HDTV being received May also be 720P for HDTV 480P is EDTV www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual TV Channel Number DTV Channel Number Number after – is Sub Channel Station Name Provided... - Page 38 Main Input is PC PIP/POP Input is AV1 Version 6/26/2006 Vertical Refresh Rate 60Hz 480i NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV), sometimes called YCbCr. Can be 480P, 720P or 1080i Vertical Refresh Rate 60Hz PC Format is 1024x768 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual...
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Page 39: 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 40: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment
VIZIO L42 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 on the PICTURE ADJUST page. Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. -
Page 41: Contrast
Color Indicator Bar so you can see the color level between the minimum and maximum available levels. Use the button to adjust the level. The Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Version 6/26/2006 button to adjust the level. button to adjust the level. www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 42: Tint
Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before. Use the button to adjust the color. Press the OK button when finished. Repeat the procedure to adjust the other colors if desired. Version 6/26/2006 button to adjust the level. button www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 43: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment
Volume Indicator Bar so you can see the volume level between the zero and maximum available levels. Use the button to adjust the level. The Volume Indicator Bar will also appear when watching a program on your TV is the Volume button on the remote or the side of the TV is pressed. 4.3.2 Bass Press the button to highlight the Bass selection. -
Page 44: Surround
Home Theatre System. 4.4 DTV / TV Input Special Features The Special Features menu for DTV is slightly different from the Special Features menu for TV. This differences will be pointed out where they exist. -
Page 45: Digital Closed Caption
4.4.7 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 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 46: Tv Tuner Setup
When you first used your L42HDTV you will have setup your TV for regular (NTSC) 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 47: Dtv Tuner Setup
When you first used your L42HDTV you will have setup your TV for DTV 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 48: Time Zone
Parental Control feature you should change the password. Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see page 45) does NOT reset the password. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 49: 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 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual button to block button to block... -
Page 50: Blocked Unrated Programming
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. The Reset All Settings feature (see page 45) does NOT reset the password. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 51: Video Input Picture Adjustment
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 4.8 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 52: Video Input Parental Control
DTV / TV adjustments. 4.12 PC Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature. 4.12.1 Auto Adjust... -
Page 53: Pc Input Audio Adjustment
4.14 PC Input Special Features The Special Features menu operates in the same way for the 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. -
Page 54: Understanding Viewing Features
Note: Viewing modes are saved based on input. For example, you lasted watched a DVD in widescreen mode and then watched TV in standard mode. When you switch back to DVD input, the viewing mode will return to widescreen. -
Page 55: Picture-In-Picture(Pip)/Picture-By-Picture(Pop)Mode
4.14.3 Picture-In-Picture(PIP)/Picture-by-Picture(POP)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 56: Setting The Sleep Timer
Press the SLEEP button one or more times to select the time you want. The choices are 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. To turn off the sleep time using the remote control, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until Off appears on the screen. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 57: Programming The Vizio Universal Remote Control
4.15 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. 4.15.1 Programming for VCR 1. Manually turn on the VCR. -
Page 58: Programming For Dvd Player
4.16 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 59: 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 60 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.
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Page 61: 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 6/26/2006 The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content. -
Page 62: Compliance
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. interference. -
Page 63: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
42.25” W x 29.84” H x 11.4” D with stand; 42.25” W x 28.8” H x 4.3” D without stand Net Weight 73.5 lbs with stand Gross Weight 89.5 lbs` Certifications CSA, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 6/26/2006 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... -
Page 64: Glossary - Standard Definitions
Integrated HDTV: An HDTV that has the digital tuner built into the set. It does not need a separate set- top box to receive over-the-air DTV signals. Interlace Scan: A way to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the odd lines first, then filling the in the even lines (this happens instantaneously). -
Page 65: Index
Outputs Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 28 Using an external Receiver/Amp, 28 Parental Control Block Unrated Programming, 50 Movie Rating, 49 Parental Lock Enable, 48 Password change, 50 TV Rating, 49 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual... - Page 66 Parental Control, 52 Picture Adjustment, 51 Special Features, 51 Warranty, 69 Watching TV Basic Adjustments, 32 Basic connections, 30 DTV Channel Information, 33 First Startup, 30 Getting your Programs, 32 Program Information, 34 Status Information, 35 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual...
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Page 67: 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 68: Component Program Codes
20037, 20045, 20042, 20209, 20038 Logik 20072 20037 Magnavox 20035, 20039, 20081 Magnin 20240 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s Marantz 20035, 20081 Marta 20037 Matsushita 20035, 20162 Media Center PC 21972 20035 Memorex 20035, 20162,... - Page 69 00014 Americast 00899 Bell & Howell 00014 Bell South 00899 Clearmaster 00883 ClearMax 00883 Coolmax 00883 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Cable Converters Daeryung 01877, 00877, 00477, 00008 Digi 00637 Director 00476 Dumont 00637 Gehua 00476...
- Page 70 Setup Code for DVD Players Aiwa 20641, 21912 Akai 20770 Allegro 20869 Apex Digital 20672, 20717, 20797, 21061, www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for DVD Players 20796, 21056, 21937, 20794, 21020, 21915 Blaupunkt 20717 Blue Parade 20571 Broksonic 20695...
- Page 71 30028, 30037, 30036, 30190 Krell 30157 Linn 30157 Magnavox 30157 Marantz 30626, 30029, 30157 30029 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for CD Players Miro 30000 Mission 30157 30420 30157 Onkyo 30868, 30101 Optimus 31063, 30000, 30032, 30037,...
- Page 72 30074 Wards 30014 Yamaha 30176, 31276, 31176 Setup Code for TV’s Addison 10092 Admiral 10093, 10463 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Advent 10761, 10842 Aiko 10092 Aiwa 11914 Akai 10812, 10702, 10030, 10672, 11903 Albatron...
- Page 73 10236, 10092 Jensen 10761 Jiahua 10051 Jinfeng 10051 Jinxing 10054, 10156, 10145 10053, 11923, 11253 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s Kangli 10661 10180 Kenwood 10030 10765, 10767 Kolin 10180, 10150, 10053 10180, 10030 Kunlun 10051, 10661...
- Page 74 10092 Shencai 10145 Sheng Chia 10093, 10236 Skygiant 10180 Skyworth 10748 Sony 11100, 10000, 10650, 11925, www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s 11904 Soundesign 10180, 10178 Sowa 10156, 10051, 10060, 10178, 10092 Squareview 10171 10180 Starlite...
- Page 75 10178 Viewsonic 11755, 10885, 10864 Wards 10054, 10030, 10178, 10866, 11156 Warumaia 10661 Waycon 10156 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s White 10463, 11909, Westinghouse 10623 Yamaha 10030 Yapshe 10250 Zenith 10017, 10463, 10178, 11904, 11929, 11911,...