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VIZIO VF550M User Manual
Dear VlZIO Customer,
Congratulations
on your new VlZlO VF550M television purchase.
Thank
you for your support.
For maximum benefit of your HDTV, 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 HDTV High Definition Television.
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  • Page 1 SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. BRAVO, VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV.
  • Page 3 VIZIOVF550M UserManual • Donotoverload power stripsandextension cords. O verloading c anresult i nfireor electric shock. • Thewallsocket s hould beinstalled nearyourHDTV andeasily accessible. • Onlypower ofthemarked voltage canbe used foryourHDTV. A nyothervoltage thanthe specified voltage maycause fireor electric shock • Donottouchthe power c ordduringlightning.

  • Page 4: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Information about the DTV transition is available from http://www.DTV.gov or this manufacturer at 877 MY VIZIO (877-698-4946), and from http://www.dtv2009.gov or 1-888-DTV-2009 for information about subsidized coupons for digital-to-analog converter boxes.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual ..I""abl÷ Important Safety Instructions ....................... Television Antenna Connection Protection ..................FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners ......................Package Contents ..........................Setting Up four HDTV ..........................Wall Mounting your HDTV ........................Attaching the safety strap ........................
  • Page 6 VIZIO VF550M User Manual Picture Mode ............................Auto Adjust ............................Backlight ............................. Brightness ............................Contrast ............................... Color ..............................Tint ..............................Sharpness ............................Advanced Video ..........................Reset Picture Mode ..........................Audio Menu ............................Audio Mode ............................Equalizer .............................. Balance ............................... SRS TSHD ............................

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the service life of the electronic components. • Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and component damage. Version 3/4/2009...

  • Page 8: Wall Mounting Your Hdtv

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Meu t ng M©TV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. Remove the stand base Disconnect the cables from your HDTV. Place your HDTV face down on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the screen.

  • Page 9: Front Panel

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual POWER 'VIZIO'LIGHT-TheVIZIOnamelightswhitewhen powered onandorange whenpowered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - Pointthe remotecontrol directlyat this window for the bestresponse to the remote signal. POWER( @ ) - SwitchyourHDTVon by pressing the buttononce. Press thebuttonagaintoturnyourHDTV off. MENU- This buttonactivates the OnScreenDisplay (OSD). If a sub- menuis active,pressing thisbutton willreturnto theprevious menulevel.

  • 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. VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).

  • Page 11: Right-Side Panel Connection

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual R gh%og de AV2 - Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR, camcorder, or video game. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source, and then use the yellow connector to connect the external video from the same source.

  • Page 12: Vizio Remote Control

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual R@moB@ ConB @l VI I© GUIDE - This button displays program information. POWER ( _ ) - Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode.

  • Page 13: Insertion Of Batteries In The Remote Control

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control matching the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Re-attach the battery cover.

  • Page 14: Which Video Connection Should I Use

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual CBap$e £ ¢os eetis 9 Equipment The VlZlO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. HDMI provides an interface between audio/video Best...

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Cable Or Satellite Box

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual You have four options for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV: HDMI, Component, Composite, or Coax (RF). Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. Refer to your set-top box user manual for more information about the video output requirements or consult your cable or satellite operator.

  • Page 16: Hdmi Connections For Cable Or Satellite Boxes With Dvi

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the I-IDMI 4 input at the rear of the HDTV. Using an audio cable, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the HDMI input at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 17: Using S-Video (Better)

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Using S-Video (Better) Turn off your HDTV and set-top box. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your set-top box to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your set-top box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on the back of your HDTV.

  • Page 18: Connecting Coaxial (Rf)

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna cable DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV Turn on the power to the HDTV. 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 19: Connecting Your Dvd Player

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your HDTV: HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

  • Page 20: Using Component Video (Better)

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Using Component Video (Better) Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to an available set of COMPONENT jacks on the back or side of your HDTV.

  • Page 21: Using Composite (Av) Video (Good)

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) S-V,DEO, VIDEO AUDIO ® ® ® Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video cable (yellow) from your DVD player to the S-VlDEO/AV1 jack on the back of your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your DVD player to the S-VlDEO/AVl L and R AUDIO jacks on the back of your HDTV.

  • Page 22: Connecting An External Receiver/Amp

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual OPTICAL ® ® AUDIO OUT Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver/Amp connect the other end to the AUDIO OUT audio connectors at the rear of the HDTV.

  • Page 23: Connecting A Computer

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Turn off the power to the HDTV and Computer. Connect the VGA cable from your computer to the RGB PC jack on the back of your HDTV. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from your computer to the RGB PC Audio jack on the back of your HDTV.

  • Page 24: Preset Pc Resolutions

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).

  • Page 25: Setup Wizard

    Connect the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and A_low the VIZIO Setup Wizard then plug the power cord into an AC wall help you tune your channels. socket.
  • Page 26 VIZIO VF550M User Manual Note: At this point, if a set-top box from your cable or satellite service company is being used, press the LAST button on the remote control and skip to Select Input Source in the next section. Otherwise...

  • Page 27: Select Input Source

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to inform you that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. Press the • button on the remote control to exit and begin watching Select I_p_t Source Select the Input Source for the HDTV by pressing Main the INPUT button on the side of the TV or using the Input button on the remote control.

  • Page 28: Fine Tuning The Picture

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual 1. Press theMENUbutton tobringuptheMenu display. T hePicture Menuis highlighted. Press MENU toselectit.Usethe • or • buttons toscroll t otheAdvanced V ideooption. 2. Press the • button to select i t. 3. Useeither• or • toscroll t otheColorTemperature option. 4.

  • Page 29: Watching A Tv Program

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Beforeyoubeginwatching TV, pleasemakesurethatanycable,satellite or off-airantenna connections aresecure.Also,verifythatthe power cordis plugged intoa correctly grounded e lectrical outletor surge protector. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VlZlO logo on the front will change from orange to white. There are 3 options for selecting your programming: If you are using an antenna or cable connected through the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input, you can select TV directly by pressing the TV button on the remote, or by pressing...

  • Page 30: Adjusting Basic Hdtv Settings

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Adj ®A n@ Bae e M©TV SeA% ng® Volume To adjust the volume, press and hold the VOL+ or VOL- button on the side of the HDTV or remote control until the desired level is reached,...

  • Page 31: Program Information

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual When watching a digital T Vprogram, theOnScreen Display willfunction asfollows: • Whena channel is selected, aninformation h eader i s shown overthepicture fora fewseconds. • WhenyoupresstheGUIDE buttonontheremote, theinformation h eader a nda shortsummary o f theprogram content, whenavailable fromthe broadcaster, is displayed. Thisinformation c onsists ofthechannel number a ndname, t heformatinwhichthe program is broadcast (480iSD,480PSD,720PHD, 1080iHD),audiochannel 1 /2or 2/2 (omittedif alternate channel i s not broadcast), language, program title,program startandendtime,program ratingandif CCis available.

  • Page 32: Using The On Screen Display (Osd)

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual ©_ep_ay (OS©} Ue_ng $¾e S©_ee_ The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to navigate to and adjust all settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even after the TV is turned off. The OSD consists of several menu options: Picture Adjust,...

  • Page 33: Picture Menu

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual 1. Press theMENU buttonontheremote control o r thesideoftheTVandthe Picture menu willbeshown onthescreen. 2. Press either• or • on the remote control or CH • or CH • on the side of the HDTV to select a Picture menu option. Once the menu option is highlighted, press either _1 or •...

  • Page 34: Color

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Color Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture. Tint The Tint adjusts the hue of the picture. The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and adjust for a realistic appearance. In most cases, the default middle position is correct. If people's faces look too orange try reducing the level of color first.

  • Page 35: Reset Picture Mode

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Film Mode Choose Off or Auto. Film runs at 24 frames per second (fps), TV runs at 60 fps. When set to Auto, it enables 3:2 pull down and will detect when film content is being received and can help create a natural looking, smooth motion.

  • Page 36: Audio Menu

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual 1. Press theMENU buttononthe remote control o r thesideoftheTVand thePicture menu willbeshown onthescreen. 2. Press either• or • on the remote control or CH • or CH • on the side of the HDTV to highlight the Audio menu option. Press the MENU button to select the options in the Audio menu.

  • Page 37: Digital Audio Out

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Digital Audio Out Thisoption allowsselection of thetypeof processing f ortheSPDIF(Optical connector) whenusedwitha Receiver/Amplifier/Home Theater s ystem. S elect t ochoose fromOFF,DolbyDigital o r PCM. Note:WithDTVinput, t heopticalportwill deliver5.1surround sound whenbroadcast. It will notdeliver 5.1surround w ithanyotherinputselected. Speakers Turns the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn the internal speakers off when listening to the audio through your Home Theater System.

  • Page 38: Tv Menu

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual ..If Initial Setup was cancelled when you first used your HDTV, or setup has changed (such as switching from Antenna to Cable), channels can be scanned using the TV TUNER setup menu. Press the MENU button on the remote control or the side of the TV and the Picture menu will be shown on the screen.

  • Page 39: Time Zone

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual 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. Daylight Saving Setting the daylight saving time for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control.

  • Page 40: Sleep Timer

    ",_" - Indicates which inputs are available for PIP and POP modes. Sleep Timer Select the timer to turn off the TV in 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Wide The Wide option determines how the display fills the screen. Please refer to Understanding Viewing Features on page 45. www.VIZIO.com...

  • Page 41: Input Naming

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Input Naming This feature helps you to name your component connections to match your connected devices. For example, if you connect a VCR to AV1 you can name it VCR. You may use up to 8 characters per component.

  • Page 42: Parental

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Parental If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV.
  • Page 43 VIZIOVF550M UserManual US Movie Rating PresstheMENUbuttontoblock(locked) o r allow(unlocked) channels bythefollowing USMovie ratings: G- General audience PG- Parental guidance s uggested PG-13 - Recommended forchildren 13yearsofageor older R - Mature audience NC-17 - Nooneunder17yearsof age X- Nooneunder17yearsofage Canadian English Rating Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the following Canadian English ratings: C - Children...

  • Page 44: System Info

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Change the Password Select Access Code Edit to enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote. Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it correctly. Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place.

  • Page 45: Understanding Viewing Features

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Unde s&a din@ Viewi @ Fea& es Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. You can switch viewing modes using the remote control, please follow the instructions on page 30. Modes Wiewi % Normal 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.

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual T eu egheeti g Important Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the TV. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass and remote control, and cause paint to peel.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Guide

    If you are using cable connected directly to the TV or an antenna, scan for channels from the Tuner menu in the OSD. No power. • Make sure the power button is ON (VIZIO logo glows white). • Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. •...
  • Page 48 VIZIOVF550M UserManual • If HD content is not available view "Standard Definition" from a digital source. • Standard, analog TV will always be noticeably inferior to HD because your digital flat panel TV has video that is many times better than old TV so you will see interference and deficiencies you did not know you had.

  • Page 49: Telephone & Technical Support

    Fax: (949) 585-9563 Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 6 am to 9 pm Saturday - Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call. Address: 39 Tesla...

  • Page 50: Compliance

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual 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 F@@ @Fag® B RatiO© I %e e e ee...

  • Page 51: Specifications

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Panel 55" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.5415mm(H) x 0.5415mm(V) Display Compatibility FHDTV (1080P) Colors 1.06 Billion Brightness 500nits cd/m 2 (typical) Contrast 1400:1 Response Time 5ms (typical) Viewing Angle 178 ° (horizontal/vertical) Inputs lx RF 2x Component...

  • Page 52: Glossary - Standard Definitions

    VIZIOVF550M UserManual Gross Weight 104.2 Ibs Certifications CSA, CSA-US, FCC ,Bets-7, AV Safety certificate 60065 Compliances Energy Star 3.0. ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. 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.
  • Page 53 User Manual. You may avoid a service call and a service charge. Please refer to the reverse side of this page for additional information regarding how to obtain warranty service. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION. Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover the following: cosmetic defects;...
  • Page 54 VIZIO. If the product is returned to VIZIO (i) without a VIZIO return authorization number, and/or (ii) beyond the fifteen (15) day period, and/or (iii) without proper packaging, VIZIO retains the right to refuse delivery of such return or may return the unit to the customer at the customer's expense and with no refund issued.
  • Page 55 VIZIOVF550M UserManual customer willbe provided withan on-site repairauthorization number a ndon-site repairinstructions. The determination forperforming t heon-siterepair maybedependent uponthemanufacturing defect a ndis at VlZlO'soptionandsolediscretion. Proofof purchase is required to confirm theproduct i s withintheone- yearlimited warranty period andmeets thetermsandconditions o ftheVlZlOLimited Product W arranty. On-site repairservice is requested t hrough VlZlO'sthird-party s ervice provider.

  • Page 56: Index

    VIZIO VF550M User Manual Accessories ..............Antenna ..............Connectors ............Adjustments Installation services ............ Selecting the Screen Size ........Stepping through TV Channels ......30 Language setup ............Maintenance of TV ........... Volume ............. 9, 30 Advanced Adaptive Luma ........
  • Page 57 VIZIOVF550M UserManual Viewing Modes ............Basic Adjustments ..........Basic connections ..........Wall mounting ............Warranty ..............First Startup ............Warranty services ............Getting your Programs ......... Watching TV Program Information ..........Version 3/4/2009 www.VlZlO.com...

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