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USER
GUIDE
INSTALLING YOUR New TV
CONTROLS & CONNeCTIONS
CONNeCTING YOUR DeVICeS
USING THe ON-SCReeN MeNU
USING THe USB MeDIA PLAYeR
USING VIZIO INTeRNeT APPS
TROUBLeSHOOTING & SUPPORT
HeLP, SPeCS, wARRANTY & LeGAL
MODeL
MODELS
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E3D320VX
M420KD
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E3D420VX
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E3D470VX

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  • Page 1 MODeL MODELS E3D320VX M420KD E3D420VX E3D470VX USER GUIDE INSTALLING YOUR New TV CONTROLS & CONNeCTIONS CONNeCTING YOUR DeVICeS USING THe ON-SCReeN MeNU USING THe USB MeDIA PLAYeR USING VIZIO INTeRNeT APPS TROUBLeSHOOTING & SUPPORT HeLP, SPeCS, wARRANTY & LeGAL...
  • Page 2 This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default” setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should...
  • Page 4   with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use • Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. caution when moving the cart/apparatus This may compromise the integrity of the display. The combination to avoid injury from tip-over. manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.
  • Page 5 Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to • If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair - The power cord fails or frays. is required, contact your dealer and refer all servicing to - Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV.

  • Page 6: Dtv Transition Advisory

    dTV TransiTion adVisorY The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was complete on June 12, 2009. Analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna now need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. Watch your local stations to find out when they will turn off their analog signal and switch to digital-only broadcasting.

  • Page 7: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    TeleVision anTenna ConneCTion ProTeCTion Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable is electrically grounded to provide some protection against...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Installing the TV ..........3 Setting the Auto Power Off Feature ........20 Adjusting the Picture Settings ..........20 Inspecting the Package Contents ........3 Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings ......21 Installing the TV ..............3 Adjusting the Color Temperature ........
  • Page 9 Using the USB Media Player ..........38 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV ......38 Playing USB Media ............38 Using VIZIO Internet Apps ......... 41 Using the VIA Shortcut Buttons ........... 41 Using the VIA Dock ............. 41 Moving an App on the VIA Dock ........

  • Page 10: Installing The Tv

    • It is placed on an uneven, unstable, or non-level surface • It is pushed, pulled, or otherwise improperly moved • If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly secured VIZIO LED LCD HDTV Quick Start Guide Remote Control with Batteries TV on Stand...
  • Page 11 To install the TV stand: 1. Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface, such as carpet, rug, or blanket. 2. Attach the neck to the TV with 4 screws. 3.

  • Page 12: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    TV model: Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. M420KD Screw Size: Screw Pitch: 1.0mm Screw Length:...

  • Page 13: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections ReaR Panel Optical Audio Out - Connect optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver. Stereo Audio Out - Connect 3.5mm audio device, such as sound bar. USB - Connect USB thumb drive to play photo, music, or video. HDMI - Connect HDMI device.

  • Page 14: Side Panel

    Side Panel POWER - Turn TV off or on. MENU - Open the on-screen menu. MENU CHANNEL UP/DOWN - Change the channel. VOLUME UP/DOWN - Increase or decrease volume level. INPUT - Change input source. Side Panel...

  • Page 15: Front Panel

    FRont Panel REMOTE SENSOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. Front Panel...

  • Page 16: Remote Control - Front

    Remote ContRol - FRont aPP launCheR Quickly launch the pictured app. inPut Change the currently-displayed input. PoweR Turn TV on or off. a/V ContRolS inFo Control USB media player. Display the info window. CloSed CaPtionS menu Open the closed caption menu. Display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 17: Remote Control - Back

    This is the transmitter. aRRow V.i.a. ShoRtCut ButtonS Navigate the on-screen menu. Control VIZIO Internet Apps Press and hold while pressing another key to enter a blue character. For example, press ALT and W to enter a # character. ShiFt Press and hold while pressing another key to enter a capital letter.

  • Page 18: Replacing The Batteries

    Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. • Use only good quality batteries.

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices ConneCting A DeviCe Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. 1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc). Cable/Satellite Box 2. Turn the TV and your device off. 3.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Pc

    ConneCting A PC Your TV can be used to display output from a personal computer. To use your TV as a PC display: 1. Connect an RGB cable (not included) to your PC and the RGB port on the back of the TV. This cable transmits video. 2.

  • Page 21: Connecting An Audio Device

    TV (Optical, 3.5mm, etc). 2. Turn the TV and your audio device off. 3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. VIZIO Sound Bar gooD 3.5mm Cable BETTER Optical/SPDIF Cable...

  • Page 22: Connecting To Your Network

    CONNECTING TO yOUR NETwORk Your TV is internet-ready. It can be connected to your home Connecting to a Wireless Network network with a Wired or Wireless connection. 1. Ensure you have a router or modem broadcasting as high-speed wireless signal (802.11n recommended). Connecting to a Wired Network (Best) 2.

  • Page 23: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you 4. Select the name of your through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. wireless network from the list of available networks and press Before you begin the first-time setup: • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should...

  • Page 24: Using The On-Screen Menu

    Using the On-Screen Menu Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. NavigatiNg the ON-ScreeN MeNU To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the To open the on-screen menu, remote. You can also open the on-screen menu by pressing the press the MENU/OK button on the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then remote.

  • Page 25: Changing The Input Source

    chaNgiNg the iNpUt SOUrce chaNgiNg the ScreeN aSpect ratiO External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these Normal, and Stretch.

  • Page 26: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    SettiNg Up clOSed captiONiNg Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include preference. them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s To change the appearance of digital closed captions: dialogue.

  • Page 27: Activating The Sleep Timer

    activatiNg the Sleep tiMer adjUStiNg the pictUre SettiNgS When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and period of time. viewing conditions. To use the sleep timer: To adjust the picture settings: 1.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Advanced Picture Settings

    • Football, Golf, Basketball, and Baseball modes optimize Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings the picture settings for their respective sports. Also try To adjust the advanced picture these modes for other sports. settings: • Custom picture mode allows you to manually change 1.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Color Temperature

    • Ambient Light Sensor - The ambient light sensor detects Adjusting the Color Temperature the light levels in the room and automatically adjusts the Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or backlight for the best picture. Select Off, Low, Medium, or “coolness”...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Picture Size And Position

    Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Resetting the Picture Settings When displaying an image from the HDMI or RGB input, the size To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings: and position of the display image can be adjusted. 1.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Advanced Audio Settings

    built-in speakers on or off. Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings • Advanced Audio - See Adjusting the Advanced Audio To adjust the advanced audio settings: Settings on page 24. 1. From the Audio Settings Menu, • Equalizer Settings - Adjusts the boost or attenuation of use the Arrow buttons to different frequencies.

  • Page 32: Resetting The Audio Settings

    • Analog Audio Out - Sets the volume control properties Resetting the Audio Settings for the analog RCA (red/white) connectors when To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: connected to a home theater audio system. Select Variable to control the external speakers’ volume from 1.

  • Page 33: Using The Network Connection Menu

    USiNg the NetwOrk cONNectiON MeNU To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is not being broadcast: Your TV is internet-ready, featuring both an ethernet port and 1. Press the MENU button on the built-in high-speed wireless-N. remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.

  • Page 34: Changing The Advanced Network Settings

    Changing the Advanced Network Settings Testing Your Network Connection Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the To test your network connection: Manual Setup feature. 1. From the Network Connection menu, highlight Test To change advanced network settings: Connection and press OK. 1.

  • Page 35: Changing The Tv Settings

    chaNgiNg the tv SettiNgS Setting the Tuner Mode If you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such Using the settings menu, you can: as an external antenna or cable TV connection, you must set the tuner mode.

  • Page 36: Adding New Channels

    Adding New Channels To add a single new analog channel: Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or 1. From the Tuner Settings menu, add a new range of channels. You can do this by using the Partial highlight Add Analog Channel Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options.

  • Page 37: Skipping Channels

    Skipping Channels Changing the Audio Language After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some Some digital free-to-air and cable channels broadcast programs channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be in more than one language. The TV’s MTS (Multichannel Television some channels you do not want to view.

  • Page 38: Using The Parental Controls

    Using the Parental Controls Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from To manage program content according to its rating, you must displaying certain channels or programs without a password. enable the Program Rating feature. To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: Accessing the Parental Controls Menu 1.

  • Page 39: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

    Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating select On. A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant 6. When you are finished adjusting the rating level blocks, press for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are the EXIT button on the remote. meant for mature audiences.

  • Page 40: Changing The Names Of The Inputs

    Changing the Names of the Inputs Changing the On-Screen Menu Language To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs. For example, if To change the on-screen menu language: you have a DVD player connected to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player”.

  • Page 41: Setting The Time Zone

    Setting the Time Zone Adjusting the CEC Settings To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO The CEC function on your TV enables you to control button, set the TV’s time zone: HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming.

  • Page 42: Using The Help Menu

    USiNg the help MeNU Displaying System Information To display a summary of the TV settings: You can use the TV’s Help menu to: 1. Press the MENU button on the • Display system information remote. The on-screen menu is • Reset the TV settings displayed.

  • Page 43: Restoring The Tv To Factory Default Settings

    Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings Using Guided Setup All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or defaults. to connect the TV with your network. To access guided setup: If you restore the TV to the factory default settings, all changes you have made to the settings will be lost!

  • Page 44: Using The Info Window

    USiNg the iNFO wiNdOw The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote: • Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time to display channel and input information. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the program title and closed captioning information.

  • Page 45: Using The Usb Media Player

    Using the USB Media Player USing the USB Media Player Playing USB Media To play USB media, you must first save your music or images onto The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to a USB thumb drive. your TV and play music or photos.
  • Page 46 Progress Bar Back Button Displays the duration Now Playing Highlight this of the currently-playing Information button and press song. The blue bar will Displays song title, Album Art OK if you would lengthen as the song Connected album title, and If included on like to return to the progresses.
  • Page 47 Folder Contents Back Button This area displays the Highlight this button and Back Button contents of the currently press OK if you would like selected folder. You can Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Connected to return to the previous browse between files using Sources screen.

  • Page 48: Using Vizio Internet Apps

    Using VIZIO Internet Apps VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) delivers popular online content to your UsIng the VIA DOck TV. VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, The VIA Dock is where all of your VIA Apps are accessed.

  • Page 49: Adding A New App To The Via Dock

    Adding a New App to the VIA Dock creAtIng AnD MAnAgIng User PrOfIles Though your TV arrives pre-loaded with featured VIA Apps, new User profiles allow you to keep a customized set of Apps in the Apps are continually being added to the Widget Gallery. The VIA VIA Dock.

  • Page 50: Creating A New User Profile

    Answer menu is displayed. 12. Highlight OK and press OK. The PIN Confirmation menu is displayed. 11. Enter your security answer using the QWERTY Keyboard and press OK. The Create Profile menu is displayed. 13. Re-enter your 4-digit passcode. Highlight OK and press OK. The Security Question dialog is displayed.

  • Page 51: Removing A User Profile

    Removing a User Profile restOrIng the VIA DOck tO the fActOry DefAUlt settIngs To remove a user profile: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The VIA Dock, and all of its installed Widgets can be restored to the factory default settings. 2. Highlight the Profile App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting & Technical Support

    Troubleshooting & Technical Support do you have questions? Let us heLP! youR PRoduCt inCLudes FRee LiFetiMe teCh suPPoRt The VIZIO support team is highly trained and is based in the United States. We can help with: • New Product Setup •...
  • Page 53 The TV displays “No Signal.” There is no sound. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a • Press Volume Up on the remote control. different input source. Press the MUTE button on the remote to ensure mute is •...
  • Page 54 The image quality is not good. I see “noise” or static on the screen. • For the best image quality, view high-definition • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a programs using digital sources. Connect your devices digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted with HDMI cables.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications M420KD M420KD Screen Size: 42” Class OSD Language: English, Spanish, French Viewable Area: 42.00” Ambient Light Sensor: Dimensions w/ Stand: 38.7 x 25.8 x 9.6” Remote Control XRT302 w/o Stand: 38.7 x 24.3 x 1.6” Model: Weight w/ Stand: 35.3 lbs...

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. or removed serial numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product covered. This one year limited warranty does not cover Products sold against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) “AS IS”, “FACTORY RECERTIFIED”, or by a non-authorized reseller.

  • Page 57: Legal & Compliance

    You can also obtain a copy of gSOAP public license from: http://www.cs.fsu.edu/~engelen/license.html Notice Please visit www.VIZIO.com for attribution of copyrights to any open source 1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party software on your VIZIO VIA device.
  • Page 58 AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW AND YOU MAY, SUBJECT TO THOSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, USE THE VIZIO 4. Consent to Use of Collected Data. You agree that VIZIO and its third party SOFTWARE AND ACCESS THE VIA SERVICES.
  • Page 59 Nevertheless, you agree to use the VIA Services peripherals, products or services purchased, that is gathered periodically at your sole risk and that VIZIO shall have no liability to you for content that to facilitate the provision of software updates, product support and other may be found to be offensive, indecent, or objectionable.
  • Page 60 LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES, HOWEVER CAUSED, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF VIZIO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
  • Page 61 MODELS E3D320VX E3D420VX E3D470VX © 2012 VIZIO INC. All rIghts reserVed. 120703OC-A...

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