Vizio VXW20L User Manual
Vizio VXW20L User Manual

Vizio VXW20L User Manual

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Version 1/3/2008
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VXW20L
HDTV10A
High
Definition
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 VXW20L HDTV10A High Definition
Television.
For assistance, please call 877- 698- 4946
techsupport@vizio.com
e-mail us at
To purchase or inquire about accessories and
installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV,
please visit our website at
toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
We recommend you register your VIZIO VXW20L
HDTV10A either at our website
or fill in your registration card and mail it in. For
peace of mind and to protect your investment
beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-
site extended warranty service plans.
plans
give
additional
standard warranty period. Visit our website or call
us to purchase a plan.
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of your VXW20L HDTV10A.
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  • Page 1 VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). We recommend you register your VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A either at our website or fill in your registration card and mail it in. For...
  • Page 2 VXW20L HDTV10A LCD HDTV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. Never push any object into the slot on the VXW20L HDTV10A LCD HDTV cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the VXW20L HDTV10A LCD HDTV.
  • 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

    Now you have opened the carton check that the VXW20L HDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The VXW20L HDTV10A weighs approximately 17lb and is about 20” wide; please exercise care when unpacking 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’...
  • Page 6: Preparing Your Lcd Hdtv For Wall Mounting

    Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VXW20L HDTV10A on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 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 Coaxial (RF) ...14...
  • Page 8 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...64 5.4 Compliance ...65 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...65 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ...66 6.1 Specifications ...66 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions ...67 6.3 Index ...68 Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Basic Controls And Connections

    (OSD). If a sub-menu is active, pressing this button will return to the previous menu level. CH + / - – 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

    For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the device to the L+R AUDIO here. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
  • Page 11: Right-Side Panel Connection

    Press it a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will appear in the POWER – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode.
  • Page 12: 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 13: Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment

    Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A 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...
  • Page 14: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the 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.
  • Page 15: 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 16 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 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 VXW20L HDTV10A for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters. www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
  • Page 20: For Dvd Players With Dvi

    Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 21: 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 22: Using S-Video (Av/S-Video)

    (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the AV input (yellow/red color area - row of connectors furthest from you when viewing from the rear of the TV) on the rear of the HDTV. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD Player.
  • Page 23: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the 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 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 24: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    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 VXW20L HDTV10A. This is active no matter which input (AV, Component, etc) is being used.
  • Page 25: Connecting A Pc Computer

    640x480 640x480 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 *1366x768 NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive, * = Primary (Native) Mode Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual H.Freq (kHz) V.Freq (Hz) H.Sync 31.5 59.94 37.5 75.00 31.46 70.08 37.9 60.317...
  • Page 26: Chapter 3 Setting Up To Watch Television

    HDTV, or press the Power ON (Red) button on the remote control. 4. Initial Setup After powering on the TV set, the Initial Setup screen will come up. Press the button on the remote control. a. The Language choice screen will be displayed;...
  • Page 27 Note: If you select to skip this step by pressing the LAST key, 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, and select the Tuner setup to get the option of scanning the channels again.
  • Page 28 If the selected input is RF, please 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 29 Note: The TV set will be displaying any television station or program selected by the Cable Box, VCR, External Tuner or Satellite Receiver. The TV set will not be able to change programs or channels; this is controlled by the equipment sending the signal. If the service being used is the one which setup includes a box with two different outputs for two different (distant) rooms, then scanning channels would help you to find the signal.
  • Page 30 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 31: 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 32: Adjusting Basic Hdtv Settings

    HDTV or CH !/" on remote control once for the next or previous channel, or hold it depressed until the desired channel is reached. up and down will only operate in DTV and TV modes. Wide Using this feature, you can watch video content in different size modes on the HDTV.
  • Page 33: Program Information

    Press the GUIDE button to exit this feature. 3.5 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 LCD HDTV.
  • Page 34: 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 35: Dtv / Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A 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 adjustment page. Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode selection.
  • Page 36: Backlight

    Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 37: Contrast

    Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 38: Sharpness

    Press the LAST button when finished. Repeat the procedure to adjust the other colors if desired. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 39: Advanced Video

    VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.9 Advanced Video Press the button to highlight the option for Advanced Video selection. Press the MENU button. A new menu will be displayed showing advanced functions available for fine tuning of the picture. Press the button to highlight DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction).
  • Page 40: Flesh Tone

    Press the button to turn this feature On or Off. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 41: Dtv / Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    Use the button to adjust the level. The Volume Indicator Bar will also appear when watching a program on your TV if the Volume button on the remote or the side of the TV is pressed. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed.
  • Page 42: Treble

    The options being OFF, Dolby Digital and PCM. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 43: Speakers

    VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual 4.3.7 Speakers Press the button to highlight the Speakers selection. Press the button to turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn-off the internal speakers when listening to the audio through your Home Theatre System.
  • Page 44: Dtv / Tv Tuner Setup

    4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your VXW20L HDTV10A 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 45: Mts

    Press either the button to select On or Off. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 46: Dtv / Tv Input Setup

    Sleep Timer selection. Press the button to select the timer to turn-off the TV in 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed.
  • Page 47: Input Naming

    Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual button and select either button to go to the next space (_) and button select the second...
  • Page 48: Closed Captioning (Cc)

    Off and On to make the correct selection. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 49: Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital Cc Style)

    Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual (color There are www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 50: Dtv / Tv Input Parental Control

    Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset All Settings feature (see page 49) does NOT reset the password. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual PICTURE The default www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 51: Tv Rating

    VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual Press the button to highlight the Channel Block selection. Press the button to turn it on or off. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed.
  • Page 52: Movie Rating

    4.6.4 Check for New DTV 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.
  • Page 53: Blocked Unrated Programming

    Unrated TV option. Press either button to select YES or NO. If it is set to YES the TV will block programs that do not have a rating. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed.
  • Page 54: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    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 55: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the TV input in section 4.3.8. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual The menu The menu www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 56: Video Input Parental Control

    DTV / TV adjustments. 4.14 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. 4.14.1 Auto Adjust...
  • Page 57: Backlight

    Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual button to adjust the level. www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 58: Contrast

    Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before. Use the button to adjust the color. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 59: H-Size

    PC signal. Use the button to adjust the tuning. Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task has been completed. Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 60: Pc Input Audio Adjustment

    4.15 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 61: 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 62: 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 1-949-668-0588 or e- techsupport@vizio.com.
  • Page 63 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 64: 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 1/3/2008 The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content.
  • Page 65: 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 66: Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information

    20"W x 15.6"H x 8.4"D with stand; 20"W x 14.0"H x 3.5"D without stand Net Weight 17lbs Gross Weight 22.5lbs Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual 1x Component and stereo audio 1x HDMI v1.3 with HDCP (with stereo audio) 1x RGB plus stereo audio www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 67: 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 68: Index

    Color, 37 Color Temperature, 38, 58 Contrast, 37, 58 Picture Mode, 35 Sharpness, 38 Tint, 37 Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual DTV Special Features Closed Caption, 48 Language, 46 Reset, 49 Sleep Timer, 46 DTV Tuner Setup Auto Search, 44...
  • Page 69 Parental Control, 50 Picture Adjustment, 35 Special Features, 46 TV Audio Adjust Balance, 42 Bass, 41 Version 1/3/2008 VIZIO VXW20L HDTV10A User Manual Simulated Surround Sound, 42 Speakers On/Off, 43 Treble, 42 Volume, 41 TV Picture Adjust Advanced Video, 39...

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