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  • Page 1 LIQUID CRYSTAL HDTV L32 HDTV www.vizioce.com...
  • Page 3 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO L2 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 years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO L2 High Definition Television.
  • Page 4 THIS PRODUCT HAS beeN TeSTeD AND FOUND TO COMPLy WITH RegULATORy SAFeTy CeRTIFICATIONS. This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product.

  • Page 5: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    Note: In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However, the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same. Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite or cable system is to be connected to the LCD TV, make sure that the antenna/satellite or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges...

  • Page 6: Opening The Package

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package your VIZIO L2 HDTV is packaged in a carton together with other standard accessories. Any optional accessories would be packed separately in another carton. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 4 lbs. Due to the size and weight of the product, it is suggested that it be handled by a minimum of 2 persons.

  • Page 7: Preparing Your Lcd Tv For Wall Mounting

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Additional VIZIO Certified Accessories for the VIZIO L32 HDTV are sold separately: Wall Mounts High Definition Cables extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO L2 HDTV.

  • Page 8: To Remove The Stand Base

    To remove the stand base: 1. Unplug all the cables and cords from your LCD TV. 2. Place the LCD TV face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the display. .

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Chapter 1 – Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 – Front Panel Controls 1.2 – Side Panel Controls 1. – Rear Panel Connections 1.4 – VIZIO Universal Remote Control 1.4.1 – Insertion of batteries in the Remote Control 1.4.2 –...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 - Basic Controls And Connections

    Chapter 1 – Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 - Front Panel Controls 1. OSD (On-Screen Display) – This button opens the TV OSD menu. 2. Mute/exit – This button allows the user to turn off the sound on the LCD TV. Additionally, it functions as the exit button for the OSD menu.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Connections

    1.3 - Rear Panel Connections 1. Service – This custom communication port is for factory service only. 2. AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. . DIGITAL HD (HDMI) - Connect a DVD multimedia player, or set-top box and the audio through this connection.

  • Page 12: Vizio Universal Remote Control

    1.4 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Remote 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. VIZIo Remote Control Button Description •...
  • Page 13 • WIDe/Record –This button cycles through standard and widescreen viewing modes. Options include Normal, Wide and Zoom. Note: in Rgb mode, the only option is Wide. This button also functions as a VCR Record when the component is activated with the remote control. •...
  • Page 14 • ZOOM (- and +) – Use this key to zoom the image 2x or shrink the image by one half. When in ZOOM mode, a 2x or 1/2x will appear in the top right area of the screen. Use the arrow keys to move the zoomed portion. Press the OK or Zoom (-) button to return to the standard picture.

  • Page 15: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    1.4.1 - 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. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the batteries: •...

  • Page 16: Chapter 2: Connecting Equipment

    Chapter 2 - Connecting Equipment 2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO L2 HDTV 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

    2.2 - Connecting Your DVD Player you have several options for connecting your DVD player to your new L2 HDTV – HDMI (Digital HD), Component (Analog HD), S-Video (AV), and Composite (AV) inputs. based on your home theater configu- ration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. 2.2.1 - Using HDMI (Digital HD) DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO L2 HDTV for optimal results.

  • Page 18: For Dvd Players With Dvi

    For DVD Players with DVI: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD Player and the HDMI end to the HDMI input (located in the white area) in the rear of your LCD TV. .

  • Page 19: Using Component (Analog Hd1) Video

    2.2.2 - Using Component (Analog HD1) Video Connecting DVD Player (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Using the connectors in the green color area, connect the y (green color) connector on the rear of your DVD player to the corresponding y (green color) connector in the Component Analog HD1 group (green color band) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 20: Using S-Video (Av)

    2.2.3 - Using S-Video (AV3) Connecting DVD Player (Good): 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV In group on the side of your LCD TV.

  • Page 21: Using Composite (Av) Video

    2.2.4 - Using Composite (AV) Video Connection DVD Player (Good): 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and DVD player. 2. Using the connectors in the yellow color area, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the rear of your DVD player to the Video connector in the AV1 group (yellow color band) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 22: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    2.3 - Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box you have several options for connecting your HDTV Set-Top box to your new L2 HDTV: HDMI (Digital HD) and Rgb inputs. based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.
  • Page 23 For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: 1. Turn off the power to the LCD TV and HDTV Set-Top box. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top box and the HDMI end to the HDMI input (located in the white area) in the rear of your LCD TV. .

  • Page 24: Using Rgb Video

    2.3.2 - Using RGB Video Connecting Set-Top Box (Better): 1. Turn off the power to your LCD TV and HDTV Set-Top box. 2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub Rgb cable to the Rgb output of your HDTV Set-Top box and the other end to the Rgb input (purple color area) in the rear of your LCD TV.

  • Page 25: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    2.4 - Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the power to your LCD TV and VCR or video camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on your VCR or video camera to the S-Video jack on the side of your LCD TV. .

  • Page 26: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    2.5 - Connecting Coaxial (RF) There are several options for connecting your antenna (or cable for TV) to your new L2 HDTV - directly to the DTV, NTSC TV or through your VCR. based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 27: Using Your Antenna Or Cable Tv

    2.5.2 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV 1. Turn off the power to your LCD TV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna, cable or cable box to the TV connector on the rear of your LCD TV. .

  • Page 28: Connecting An Amplifier Or Speakers

    2.6 - Connecting an Amplifier or Speakers Note: If you are connecting the DTV input, you can connect the SPDIF DIgITAL AUDIO OUT to your sound system using a digital optical audio cable. 1. Turn off the power to your LCD TV and Receiver/Amp. 2.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Computer

    2.7 - Connecting a Computer 1. Turn off the power to your LCD TV and Computer. 2. Connect a 15-pin D-sub Rgb (VgA) cable to the Rgb output of your computer and the other end to the Rgb input (purple area) in the rear of your LCD TV. .

  • Page 30: Chapter 3: Setting Up To Watch Tv And Dtv

    Chapter 3 – Setting Up to Watch TV and DTV For ‘Preparing your LCD TV for Wall Mounting’, see page 7. 3.1 - Baisic LCD TV Start Up 1. Connecting the power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your LCD TV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket.
  • Page 31 d. Press button twice to highlight TV/Cable. Use the button to select either TV or Cable. TV sets the tuner for an antenna and Cable sets the tuner for cable or a satellite dish. e. Once selected, press the to highlight Auto Search to scan the available channels.

  • Page 32: Watching A Tv Program 2

    3.2 - Watching a TV Program before you start watching TV, please make sure that any cable, satellite, or off-air antenna connections are secure. Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.

  • Page 33: Dtv Tuner Setup

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual 3.4 DTV Tuner Setup Press the DIgITAL HD button on the remote until “DTV” appears on the top right of the screen. When the MeNU button is pressed, the On-Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURe ADJUST page. Press the RIgHT arrow button to highlight the TV selection.
  • Page 34 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 DOWN arrow button category is highlighted. Select using the arrow buttons.
  • Page 35 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Manual Scan – If you feel that not all of the available digital TV channels were found with Auto Scan, then selecting this option makes the TV try again to find any missing channels. Press the DOWN arrow to highlight MANUAL SCAN and then press the OK button.
  • Page 36 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Channel Skip – gives you the option to skip channels when using the Channel + or Channel - keys. If you did not eXIT from the MANUAL SCAN, press the DOWN arrow button again to highlight CHANNeL SKIP. Press the OK button.
  • Page 37 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual CLOSED CAPTION – Allows you to read the voice content of television programs. Press the DOWN arrow once to highlight the ANALOg CLOSeD CAPTION option. www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 38 Use the arrow buttons to select the Analog Closed Caption, usually CC1. Press eXIT to navigate away from this screen when finished. Use the arrow buttons to select the Digital Closed Caption, usually SeRVICe1. Press eXIT to navigate away from this screen when finished. Version- 11/29/05 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual...
  • Page 39 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual If you did not eXIT from the CLOSeD CAPTION page, press the DOWN arrow to highlight DIgITAL CAPTION STyLe. Press OK. The default style, AS bROADCASTeR, is shown as selected. This means that the style of the closed caption is as received from the TV channel.

  • Page 40: Parental Controls For Dtv

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual 3.4.1 – Parental Controls for DTV When at the first DTV screen, press the RIgHT arrow button twice. The PAReNTAL CONTROL screen will be shown. Press the OK button to highlight the bar. enter the four digit password. The factory default password is 0 0 0 0.
  • Page 41 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Once the correct password has been entered, the option for blocking channels becomes available. Press OK. The list of channels available and stored in memory is shown on the screen. If the list is longer than 9 channels as you repeatedly press the DOWN arrow , you will be able to scroll through the channels.

  • Page 42: Dtv Channel Information

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual 3,4,2 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, 480P SD, 720P HD, 1080i HD), audio channel 1/2 or 2/2 (omitted if alternate channel is not broadcast), language, program title, program start and end...

  • Page 43: Program Information

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Press the INFO button again and only the channel number and name will remain. Press the INFO button one more time and this will disappear. 3.4.3 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 44: Setting A Password

    3.4.4 - Setting a Password you control access to the Parental Control features with a password. The default password is “0000”. you can change the password to any four-digit number. To change the password: 1. Press the MeNU button to open the main On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.

  • Page 45: Using The On Screen Display (Osd)

    3.5 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the bottom control keys on the front panel of the TV can control all the function settings. The on-screen display (OSD) allows you to adjust and save contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off.

  • Page 46: Picture Adjust

    3.5.2 – Picture Adjust Available for the following input sources – AV1, AV2, AV, Analog HD1, Analog HD2, Digital HDTV, or DTV. Picture Mode – Select from one of the following: User, VIVID1, VIVID2 or VIVID. Backlight – Adjust brightness of lamps. Brightness –...

  • Page 47: Temperature

    3.5.4 – Temperature The Temperature Menu Option is only available when Rgb selected as the input. The standard color temperature for all other inputs is 6500K to match the color temperature of the source. Color Temp. – Options include User, 5000k, 6500k and 900k. Red –...

  • Page 48: Parental Controls For Tv

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual 3. 3.5.7 – Parental Controls for TV Parental Lock Enable - Turns TV and movie blocking on or off. TV Rating - Sets the level of television programs that will be blocked without typing in the password. For more information, see Section .5.1 - Using the Parental Controls, page 50.

  • Page 49: Understanding Viewing Features

    3.5.10 - Understanding Viewing Features your LCD TV features four viewing modes and Picture-in-Picture (PIP)/Picture-by-Picture (POP) mode. you can switch viewing modes using the On-Screen Display (OSD) or the remote control. For more information on using the OSD, see .5.8 - Special Features page 48. 3.5.11 - Viewing Modes Normal Mode The original 4: aspect ratio (1.:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added...

  • Page 50: Picture In Picture (Pip)/Picture By Picture (Pop) Mode

    3.5.12 - 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, by pressing the PIP button on your Remote Control, 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 51: Using The Parental Controls

    3.5.14 - Using the Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature prevents viewers from watching programs that are not age-appropriate, such as programs containing violence or adult language. 1. Press the MeNU button to open the main On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. 2.

  • Page 52: Setting The Sleep Timer

    R (mature audience) NC-17 (no one under 17 years of age) X (no one under 17 years of age) 12. Press the button on the remote control to navigate through the LCD TV menu options. Press button to block (red lock) or unblock (green lock) each area. 1.

  • Page 53: Programming The Vizio Universal Remote Control

    3.6 - 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. 3.6.1 - Programming for VCR 1.

  • Page 54: Programming For Cable Box

    3.6.2 - Programming for Cable Box 1. Manually turn on the Cable box. 2. Press the Cable button on the remote control. . Press and hold the SeTUP button until the LeD LIgHT flashes twice. 4. Find the programming code for your Cable box in the code list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number buttons.

  • Page 55: Searching For Component Codes

    3.6.4 - Searching for Component Codes If the user cannot find the manufacturer in the component list or the program code does not work, the user can use the remote control to search for the correct component code. To search for a component code: 1.

  • Page 56: Chapter 4: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1 - Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the display. 2. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the display. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass and remote control, and cause the paint to peel.
  • Page 57 Problem If the screen is blue Power is ON, but no screen image. Wrong or abnormal colors appear. Control buttons do not work. Remote Control does not work. There appears to be image quality issues. you cannot see a picture. you see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound.

  • Page 58: Telephone And Technical Support

    Problem you see “noise” or “trash” on the screen. you switch to a different input and the volume changes. you switch to a different input and the screen size changes. Tips for High-Definition Users Tips for Letterbox Content Users 4.3 - Telephone & Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem, rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you.

  • Page 59: Compliance

    4.4 - Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada germany britain Japan 4.5 - FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTe: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class b digital device, pursu- ant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 60: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Panel 2” Diagonal, Color TFT Active Matrix LCD Resolution 166 x 768 pixels (WXgA format) Colors 24 bit 16.77 million colors Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Native,1080i Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480p (DVD / eDTV), 720p (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV) Response Time 8 ms (typical) brightness...

  • Page 61: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Glossary - Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4 X 3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio,” that is, the screen’s width as compared to its height. For example, a “2 inch TV screen”...

  • Page 62: Index

    INDEX Adjustments - Audio - Picture - Volume - TV Channels - Wide (Wide, Zoom, Panoramic, Normal) Audio Adjust Auto Scan Channel Information Closed Caption Component Codes for Televisions Controls - Front Panel - Side Panel Connections - Antenna or Cable - Audio and Video cables - Amplifier - Coaxial (RF)
  • Page 63 On Screen Display (OSD) - Menu Operations - Picture Adjust - Picture - Temperature - Audio Adjust - DTV Tuner Setup - TV Tuner Setup - Parental Controls - PIP Setup - Special Features PIP (Picture in Picture) POP (Picture by Picture) Parental Controls - For DTV - For TV...

  • Page 64: Appendix A: Limited Product Warranty

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Appendix A: Limited Product Warranty Please read this warranty card carefully, it is a “ONe-yeAR LIMITeD WARRANTy” on parts and labor. See below for the VIZIO extended Service warranty. VIZIO’s Responsibility VIZIO Displays purchased in the United States are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of their original retail purchase.

  • Page 65: Appendix B: Component Program Codes

    VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Appendix B: Component Program Codes SETUP CODES FOR CURRENT VIZIO PRODUCTS Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 66 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 67 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 68 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 69 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) Setup Code for TV’s (1 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 70 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 71 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 72 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) Setup Code for VCR’s (2 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 73 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Digital Video Setup Code for Digital Video Disks (2 Prefix) Disks (2 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 74 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Digital Video Setup Code for Digital Video Disks (2 Prefix) Disks (2 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 75 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Cable Setup Code for Cable Converters (0 Prefix) Converters (0 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 76 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Satellite Setup Code for Satellite Receivers (0 Prefix) Receivers (0 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 77 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Audio Amplifiers (3 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 78 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for CDPlayers (3 Prefix) Setup Code for CDPlayers (3 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 79 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual Setup Code for Audio Amp/ Setup Code for Audio Amp/ Tuners (3 Prefix) Tuners (3 Prefix) www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...
  • Page 81 VIZIO L2 HDTV User Manual bravo, Vizio and the V Logo are trademarks of V., Inc. Product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. © 2005 V, Inc. All Rights Reserved www.VIZIOCE.com Version- 11/29/05...

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