Vizio VW26LHDTV10F User Manual
Vizio VW26LHDTV10F User Manual

Vizio VW26LHDTV10F User Manual

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VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual
DearVlZlOCustomer,
Congratulations on yournewVlZtOVW26LHigh
Definition LCDTelevision purchase. Thankyou
foryoursupport.Formaximum benefit o f yourset,
pleasereadtheseinstructions b eforemaking any
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Definition T elevision.
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  • Page 1 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual DearVlZlOCustomer, Congratulations on yournewVlZtOVW26LHigh Definition LCDTelevision purchase. Thankyou foryoursupport.Formaximum benefit o f yourset, pleasereadtheseinstructions b eforemaking any adjustments, andretainthemforfuturereference. We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment f rom your new VlZtO VW26L High Definition T elevision. For assistance,pleasecall714-668-0588 o r e- mailus at techsupport@vinc.com.
  • Page 2 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE 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...
  • Page 3 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Tetevision Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Groundinq If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
  • Page 4 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Opeoioq PBokBqe Your VlZlO VW26L HDTVl0F and its accompanying 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 VW26L HDTV10F is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
  • Page 5 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual InstaLLation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VlZtO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 105W, please use the power cord designated for TV. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be defeated.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Table Contents Chapter 1 Basic C©ntroLs Conr_ections ..............1.1 Front Panel ................................1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ........................... 1.3 Left Side Connections ............................1.4 Rear Panel Connections ............................. 1.5 VlZlO Remote Control ............................1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ....................
  • Page 7 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving ............................4.5 DTV / TV Input Parental Control ........................4.5.1 Channel Block ............................4.5.2 TV Rating ..............................4.5.3 Movie Rating .............................. 4.5.4 Blocked Unrated Programming ........................4.5.5 Change the Password ..........................4.6 Input Setup ................................ 4.6.1 Language ..............................
  • Page 8: Basic C©Ntrols And Conr_Ections

    VlZlOVW26L HDTVIOF UserManual Ehapter Basic EontroLs Eonnections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor - This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal.
  • Page 9: Rear Panel Connections

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Ream Panel Oonneotions AC IN - Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 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 10: Vlzlo Remote Control

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual WIZIO Remote Controt Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. Number Button Pad - Use these buttons to select a channel or enter a password.
  • Page 11 VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual WIDE - This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal and Panoramic.. The options for HD (High Definition 16:9) and RGB PC are 4:3 and 16:9. SLEEP - This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
  • Page 12: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    VtZtO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 1°Sol Mnsertion Batteries 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.
  • Page 13: Connecbinq Equlpmer_T

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Chapter Connectinq Equipment Connection I Use? a°i Which Video Should The VlZlO VW26L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed,...
  • Page 14: Coaxial (Rf)

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Coaxial (RF] 2o2oi Usinq Youm Rntenna Oiqital Gable HDMI AV 1 HDMI1 HDMI2 Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out- of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector.
  • Page 15: Using Your Antenna Or Cable For Ty

    VtZtO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Usinq Your Anbenna Eabte 2.2.2 HDMI HDMI1 HDMI2 Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable (out-of-the- wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV Turn on the power to the HDTV.
  • Page 16: Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box

    VtZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual a,3 Connecbinq Your HDTV SeboTOp 2o3oi Usinq HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Connectinq vour HDTV SeboTop {Besb}: Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMt 1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 17 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual HDTU SetoTop Boxes with HDMI HDMI1 Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVl cable, connect the DVl end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVl output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other...
  • Page 18: Using Component Video

    HDTV. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 19: Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Connecbinq Your 8asic SetoTOp 8o× Video 24 i Usinq Composite HDMI HDMI1 HDMI2 Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the AVl group (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
  • Page 20: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual s,S Eonnectinq Your Player HOMI SoSol Using DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interlace) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VlZtO VW26L for optimal results. Eonnecting your Player...
  • Page 21: Using Component Video

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 2.5_2 Usinq Componenb Video Connecbinq vour OWO Player {Better}: HDMI HDMI1 HDMI2 Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (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.
  • Page 22: Using S-Video (Av2)

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual s,S,3 Usinq SoVideo {AVa} Connecbinq vour OVO Player {Good}: Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player..Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group on the side of the HDTV.
  • Page 23: Connecting Your Vcr Or Video Camera

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Connectinq Your Camera Video Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group on the side of the HDTV. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera...
  • Page 24: Preset Pc Resolutions

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 2o7oi Pmeseb Reso[otions 640x480 31.5 59.94 25.175 640x480 37.5 75.00 31.500 720x400 31.46 70.08 28.320 800x600 37.9 60.317 40.000 800x600 46.9 49.500 800x600 53.7 85.06 56.250 1024x768 48.4 60.01 65.000 1024x768 60.0 75.03 78.750 "1366x768 47.7 60.00 85.500...
  • Page 25: Basic Lcd Hdtv Start Up

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual HDTV Basic Start Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the HDTV (see pages 13 ~ 23 for detailed steps) Turning Power On...
  • Page 26 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual TheTVInput s creen willbe displayed; default c hoice is Antenna.If youareusingCable, pressthe_ buttontohighlight CABLE. Press the I1_button onthe remote togotothenextscreen. The Channel Scan screen will be displayed; default choice is Scan. Press the OK button on the remote control to commence the search for available channels to be stored into memory.
  • Page 27: Watching A Tv Program

    Using this feature, you can watch video content in different size modes on the HDTV. Press the WIDE button on the remote control to switch among the modes. Fore more information see Section 4.17 - Understanding Viewing Modes, on page 47. Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 28: Program Information

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual Proqram Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen. Press the D or _ button to scroll up or down the channels. Each time you pause at a channel, the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel.
  • Page 29: {Osd

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Ehaptem 4 Rdvanced Rdoustment off HDTW 4.,i Usin9 Scmeen 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 30: Dtv 1 Tv Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual A,_ DTV / TV input PictuFe Rd3ustment 4,a.i Pictume Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the _ button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. Use the _ or I_ button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game.
  • Page 31: Contrast

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4 so3 Contrasb Press the _ button to highlight the Contrast selection. Press the_ button to start adjusting the contrast and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Contrast Indicator Bar so 3u can see the contrast level between the minimum and maximum available levels.
  • Page 32: Tint

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4.2,7 Tint Press the _ button to highlight the Tint selection. Press the _button to start adjusting the tint and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Tint Indicator Bar so you can see the tint adjustment to the left or right of the nominal position. Use the D or _ button to adjust the level.
  • Page 33: Advanced Setting

    Dynamic Backlight. This feature adjusts the backlight level automatically according to the picture content. Press the or _ button to turn this feature On or Off. When this feature is activated the manual backlight adjustment is disabled. Version 2/6/2007 www.VIZIO.com...
  • Page 34: Dtv 1 Tv Input Audio Adjustment

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4,3 DTV / TV input Rudio Rd]ustment 4,3°1 Votome When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the _ button to display the AUDIO ADJUST page. Press the _ button to highlight the Volume selection.
  • Page 35: Balance

    VlZlOVW26L HDTVIOF UserManual 4-3,4 Balance Press the _ button to highlight the Balance selection. Press the_ button to start adjusting the balance and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Balance Indicator Bar, as before, so you can see the balance adjustment to the left or right of the nominal position.
  • Page 36: Skip Channel

    VlZlOVW26L HDTVIOF UserManual 4-4-3 Skip Channet 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 the MENU and _ buttons to open the TV TUNER SETUP menu and then...
  • Page 37 VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Pressthe _ buttonto highlight t he Channel Blockselection. Press the _ button toturnit onoroff. Version 2/6/2007 www.VlZlO.com...
  • Page 38: Tv Rating

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4°5.2 Ratimq Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.5.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the_ button to highlight the TV Rating selection. Press the_ button and the Block TV Rating panel will be displayed. In the Block TV Rating panel you can customize the program blocking of the following TV ratings: Y - All children Y7 - Older children...
  • Page 39: Blocked Unrated Programming

    VtZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4-5_4 8tacked Unrated Proqramminq Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.5.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the _ button to highlight the Block Unrated TV selection. Press the _ button to turn-on or turn-off blocking of programming that does not have a...
  • Page 40: Input Setup

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4,6 Input Setup 4,B.1 Lanquaqe When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears PICTURE adjustment page. Press the _ button until the SETUP page is displayed. Press the _ button to highlight the Language selection.
  • Page 41: Analog Closed Caption

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual RnaLo 8 CLosed Caption 4,6.4 When watching regular analog (NTSC) TV, the Analog CC feature is available in the Setup menu. Press the _ button to highlight the Analog CC selection. Press the _ button to select COl, CC2, CC3 or CC4. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually or CC2.
  • Page 42: Hdmi Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual The PictureAdjustmenuoperatesin the same wayfor the HDMIInputasfor 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. input Rudio Rd]ustment The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in...
  • Page 43: Video Input Picture Adjustment

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4.1o Video _nput Pictume 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 44: Video Input Parental Control

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4,13 Video Input Parentat Control The Parental Control menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.7. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments.
  • Page 45: Brightness

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual TheContrast a djusts thewhitelevelsin thepicture,tf the contrast is too lowthepicture will lookwashed outandif thecontrast is toohighyouwillnotbeabletoseeanydetail i nthebrightpartsofa picture. 4 s4°4 BmiGhtness Press the _ button to highlight the Brightness selection. Press the _ button to start adjusting the brightness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum and maximum available levels.
  • Page 46: H-Size

    VlZlOVW26L HDTVIOF UserManual H°SmZE 4.14.6 Press the _ button to highlight the H-Size selection. Press the_button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture. Use the D or _ button to adjust the horizontal size. H° Position AoIA07 Press the _ button to highlight the Horizontal Shift selection.
  • Page 47: Understanding Viewing Modes

    VlZtOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual 4,m7 Undecstandinq Viewinq Modes 4:3 Mode 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 48: Setting The Sleep Timer

    VlZlO VW26L HDTV10F User Manual 4o17°i Settioq Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off the LCD HDTV automatically. To set the Sleep Timer using the remote control: Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The Sleep Timer appears in the center of you screen.
  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual TroubLeshoobinq Guide 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, tf the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VlZlO for assistance by calling 1-714-668-0588 or e- mail us at techsupport(_,vinc.com.
  • Page 50: Telephone & Technical Support

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual If you are using TV, AVl, or Component with 480i input, use the WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you Make sure that the volume is not turned down.
  • Page 51: Compliance

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual CompUanoe Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. Canada Germany BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act S°S Crass B Radio Interference Sbabemenb NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 52: Specifications

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual Ehapter 8 MisceLtaneous Information Specifiications Panel 26" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4215mm (H) x 0.4215mm Display Compatibility HDTV (720P) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV) Colors 16.2 Million (6-bit) Brightness...
  • Page 53: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VlZlOVW26L HDTV10F UserManual G[ossarv - Standard Oefiinitions Analog TV: Today's TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV "aspect ratio", that is, the screen's width as compared to its height. For example, a "32 inch TV screen"...
  • Page 54: Index

    Connecting your DVD Player, Dynamic Contrast, Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 17 Peak White Limiter, Glossary, Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 48 Coax (RF) Connecting for DTV, Connecting for TV, 15 HDMI Connecting your Basic Set Top Box, Connecting your DVD Player,...
  • Page 55 TV Tuner Setup, 35 Setting the Sleep Timer, 48 Auto Search, Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your Skip Channel, VIZIO TV, 48 TV Input, Connecting your PC, 23 Video Input Audio Adjustment, Screen Size explanation, Parental Control,...

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