Vizio VP503 User Manual

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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP503
HDTV10A High Definition PLASMA Television
purchase.
Thank you for your support.
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 VP503 HDTV10A High Definition
Television.
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  • Page 1 __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Purchase Date _____________________ 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.
  • Page 2 HDTV10A and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the VP503 HDTV10A in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. Never push any object into the slot on the VP503 HDTV10A cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short •...
  • Page 3 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 Pac Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A and its accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the VP503 HDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
  • Page 5 The VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VP503 HDTV10A on the wall, please refer to “preparing your PLASMA HDTV for wall mounting”...
  • Page 6 TV; our brackets come with different length screws. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ...13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions ...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Chap Chap Chap ter 2 Connecting Equipment...
  • Page 8 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ... Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 6.1 Specifications ...75 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions ...76 6.3 Index ...77 6.4 VIZIO Limited Product Warranty...79 Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com ... 70...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    Side Panel Controls Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) – Switch the VP503 HDTV10A on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to turn the VP503 HDTV10A off. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD).
  • Page 10: 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.
  • Page 11: Right-Side Panel Connection

    2. HDMI 4 - Connect the fourth 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 side of the TV indicates this connection. Version 5/27/2008 ®...
  • Page 12: Vizio Remote Control

    Press it a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will appear in the screen. POWER ( ) – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. TV – Press this button to select TV.
  • Page 13: 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 not respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries.
  • Page 14: Chap Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Ter 2 Connecting Equipment Ter 2 Connecting Equipment

    Which Video Connection Should I Use? ? ? ? Which Video Connection Should I Use Which Video Connection Should I Use The VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection...
  • Page 15: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    HDTV. Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the 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”...
  • 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 PLASMA HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available up to 10 meters. See for details.
  • Page 17 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 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 18: Using Component Video

    (green color) connector in the Component group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 19: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on your Set Top Box and the other end to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV.
  • 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 VP503 HDTV10A for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cables. Length is available up to 10 meters. See www.VIZIOCE.com...
  • Page 21 Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors by the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. www.VIZIO.com ® VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 22: Using Component Video

    Component input (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 23: Using S-Video (Av/S-Video)

    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 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual /S- - - - VIDEO) VIDEO) VIDEO) VIDEO) www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 24: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    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 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual or Video Camera or Video Camera or Video Camera www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 25: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    SPEAKERS. ▼ Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the PLASMA HDTV ► will now be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO www.VIZIO.com VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 26: Optical Output Of Audio Received

    Optical Output of Audio If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the VP503 HDTV10A. Turn off the power to the PLASMA HDTV and Receiver/Amp.
  • Page 27: Connecting A Pc Computer

    A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 28: Preset Pc Resolutions

    Preset PC Resolutions 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).
  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    LAST key on the remote control and skip to Step 5. If this is not your case, please continue at Step b. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO HDTV Start Up HDTV Start Up HDTV Start Up www.VIZIO.com VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 30 Note: If you select Skip Scan, next time that you decide to complete this procedure; you will need to select the TV as input (through the Input key) and then go through the Menu option to select the Tuner setup to get the option of scanning the channels again.
  • Page 31 5. Select Input Source Select the Input Source for the HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the side of the TV or using the Input button on the remote control. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV/S- VIDEO, Component, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 and HDMI4.
  • Page 32 TV set. d. If the selected input is RF, you should be aware that the TV set needs to be on either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which has been selected on the back of the VCR, Cable Box, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver;...
  • Page 33 Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Your new TV set is now ready to automatically reproduce the best picture quality out of the input signal which is been fed into it. Enjoy your TV watching!!
  • Page 34: 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 35: Adjusting Basic Hdtv Settings

    For more information see Section Understanding Viewing Features - Viewing Modes, on page 68. Version 5/27/2008 Note: Channel up and button to select Setup ◄ ► button scroll down to Wide and select button to select among the ◄ ► www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 36: Program Information

    Information on HDTV Status Information on HDTV Status When you change TV channels or inputs, or press the GUIDE button on the remote, an Information Banner is displayed for a few seconds to tell you the status of the PLASMA HDTV.
  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment Of Hdtv

    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 38: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 39: Contrast

    Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 40: Sharpness

    Off, Low, Medium, Strong, or Extend setting. ◄ ► Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 button to adjust the level. ◄ exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual button to ►...
  • Page 41: Reset Picture Mode

    Picture settings to ► factory default. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Note: Only settings under the pictures adjustment tab will be reset. Version 5/27/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 42: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    For example if you want to boost the bass you would highlight 120Hz and turn it up. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 43: Balance

    Home Theatre System. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 5/27/2008 exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 44: Audio Out

    ◄ ► volume from the external speakers will change according to the volume setting on the TV. If it is fixed, the volume can only be changed by the settings on the external stereo system. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed.
  • Page 45: Dtv / Tv Tuner Setup

    When you first used your HDTV 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 46: Partial Channel Search

    Skip Channel After the TV has stored all of the available DTV channels in memory you will find that some channels will be too weak to watch comfortably or they may be channels you do not want to see. Select the channel you wish to remove, press MENU and button to highlight SKIP CHANNEL.
  • Page 47: Daylight Saving

    Daylight Saving selection. ▼ Press the button to select On or Off. ◄ ► Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 48: Dtv / Tv Input Setup

    Alternatively, you can press the PIP button on the remote to change the PIP mode. Version 5/27/2008 PICTURE button until the exit in- - - - Picture) Picture) Picture) Picture) www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 49: Pip Position

    PIP input selection. ▼ Component HDMI1 button to highlight the PIP position selection. ▼ button to highlight the PIP size selection. ▼ button to highlight the PIP audio source selection. ▼ www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4...
  • Page 50: Sleep Timer

    Sleep Timer ▼ selection. Press the button to select the timer to ◄ ► turn-off the TV in 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly exit completely.
  • Page 51 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual Since you are already in this feature; it is recommendable to name all the Inputs which are being used as well as these for which you have an idea what their name is going to be.
  • Page 52: Cc (Closed Caption)

    . There are no recommendations of setting these parameters since you, the user would have your own taste or like of them. Press the key labeled LAST as many times as it takes to exit the menu screens. Version 5/27/2008 exit (color www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 53: Image Cleaner

    Image Cleaner will not remove images that have been displayed for too long. Image sticking is not covered under standard warranty. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 54: Dtv / Tv Input Parental Control

    Rating Enable ▼ selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the ► blocking of programming. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Version 5/27/2008 PICTURE The default exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 55: Channel Block

    G – General audience PG – Guidance suggested 14 – Strongly cautioned MA – Mature audience You can also customize the TV ratings for the following content: A – All subratings D – Sexual dialog L – Adult language S – Sexual situations V - Violence FV –...
  • Page 56: Us Movie Rating

    – Viewers 14 years or older – Adult programming Press the button to navigate through the ▲ ▼ Movie rating options. Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked). Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 57: Canadian French Rating

    This option is designed to update the TV or Movie table of different ratings for programs being viewed in your local or regional area. It will allow the parental guidance control feature in your TV to have the most current parental control database for a digital signal. This option may be available in the future for activation.
  • Page 58: Blocked Unrated Programming

    Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see below) does NOT reset the password. Version 5/27/2008 d Programming d Programming d Programming exit exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 59: H/V Position

    ► Use the button to adjust the vertical size. ◄ ► Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 exit exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 60: Reset All Settings

    TV to the ► default factory settings. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 61: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    HDMI Input Picture Adjustment 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. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely.
  • Page 62: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.3. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 4.11 Video Input Setup 4.11...
  • Page 63: Auto Phase (For Component Input)

    Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly completely. Version 5/27/2008 (for Component input) (for Component input) (for Component input) exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 64: Video Input Parental Control

    PC Input Picture Adjustment PC Input Picture Adjustment 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 Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature. 4.13.1 4.13.1 Auto Adjust...
  • Page 65: Brightness

    Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 66: Color Temperature

    ◄ ► Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to exit the OSD completely. Version 5/27/2008 exit button to highlight the color you wish to adjust. ▼ exit www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 67: Position

    PC Input Audio Adjustment The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.3. The menu difference is that there are no icons along the top for DTV / TV and Parental Control adjustments.
  • Page 68: Understanding Viewing Features

    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. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan-and-scan or full frame.
  • Page 69: Adjusting Basic Pip Settings

    If you press SWAP again, it will return the program to the main picture. To access more features with PIP, please refer to section 4.5.2 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) on page 48. Version 5/27/2008 VIZIO button www.VIZIO.com ® VP503 HDTV10A User Manual...
  • Page 70: 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 1-877-MYVIZIO (698- techsupport@vizio.com.
  • Page 71 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 73: 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 5/27/2008 The PLASMA HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content.
  • Page 74: 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 75: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information

    99.45lbs (45.11kg) with stand, 92.24lbs (41.84kg) without stand Gross Weight 117.73lbs (53.40kg) Certifications CSA/CSA-US, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 5/27/2008 (typical) 1080i (HDTV), 1080P www.VIZIO.com ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual Progressive video scan via component (HDTV), Computer support...
  • Page 76: 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 77: Index

    Volume, 9, 35, 69 Advanced Video Features Color Temperature (Color Temperature, 41 CTI (Color Transient Improvement, 40 DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction, 40 Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 69 Coax (RF) Connecting for DTV, 15 Component Connecting your DVD Player, 22 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 18...
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting Guide, 69 Audio Adjustment, 42 Parental Control, 53 Picture Adjustment, 38 Version 5/27/2008 ® VIZIO VP503 HDTV10A User Manual Special Features, 48 TV Picture Adjust Advanced Video, 40 Brightness, 38, 64 Color, 39 Color Temperature, 65 Contrast, 39, 64...
  • Page 79: Vizio Limited Product Warranty

    (50) United States or Puerto Rico. VIZIO’s Responsibility VIZIO displays purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U.S. reseller and that are used in the fifty (50) United States or Puerto Rico are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of the original retail purchase.
  • Page 80 RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING VIZIO’S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DISPLAY. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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