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  • Page 1 LED LCD HDTV M370SR / M420SR - user manual...
  • 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 My Product Information And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure there are no missing or damaged parts.
  • Page 4 M370SR / M420SR Important Safety Instructions to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning your TV. Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. • When moving your TV from an area of low temperature to an area of Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your TV from being high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, turning on your TV to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component use, and maintenance of your TV.
  • Page 5 M370SR / M420SR • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can cause the batteries to leak which can damage the remote control or result in fire or electric shock. injure the operator. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. • The wall socket should be installed near your TV and easily accessible. • If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: • Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your TV. Any other - The power cord fails or frays. voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock. - Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV. • Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid electric shock, - Your TV is exposed to rain or other moisture. avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. - Your TV is dropped or damaged in any way. - The performance of your TV changes substantially. • Unplug your TV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect your TV from damage due to • This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and power surges. no objects fill with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. • Do not attempt to repair or service your TV yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, electric • The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, contact your dealer and the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. • CAUTION - These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service • WARNING: Keep your TV away from moisture. Do not expose your TV personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into your TV, unplug the power...
  • Page 6 M370SR / M420SR Television Antenna Connection Protection DTV Transition Advisory If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was complete on June make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide 12, 2009.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Installing the TV ............... 1 Adjusting the Picture Settings ..............15 Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings ..........16 Inspecting the Package Contents ............1 Adjusting the Color Temperature ............16 Installing the TV ..................1 Adjusting the Picture Size and Position ..........17 Installing the TV Stand ................
  • Page 8 Legal & Compliance ..............43 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV .......... 31 Playing USB Media ................31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps ............34 Using the VIA Shortcut Buttons .............. 34 Using the VIA Dock ................. 34 Moving an App on the VIA Dock ............34 Adding a New App to the VIA Dock .............

  • Page 9: Installing The Tv

    To install the TV stand for model: 1. Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or VIZIO LCD HDTV with Base damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface, such as carpet, rug, or blanket.

  • Page 10: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    M370SR / M420SR Installing the TV on a Wall 3. Use a phillips-head screwdriver to tighten the included screws. To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model: M370SR M420SR Screw Size:...

  • Page 11: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections Rear Panel Inputs 3.5mm Stereo Audio Out: Connect 3.5mm audio device. Optical Digital Audio Out: Connect optical audio device. USB: Connect USB thumb drive to play music or view photos. 3.5mm Stereo AUDIO Audio Out HDMI: Connect HDMI devices. Optical Digital 3.5mm PC Audio In: Connect 3.5mm connector from computer.

  • Page 12: Right Side Panel

    Channel Down Front Panel Remote Control Sensor: When using the remote, point it directly at this Volume Up sensor. VIZIO Light: When the TV is on, the light is on. Volume Down Remote Control (Back) Input Right Side Panel IMPORTANT: Do not cover this area. This is the transmitter.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Guide: Display the Info Window. See Using the Info Win- Back Guide dow on page 30. VIA Shortcuts VIA Shortcuts: Control VIZIO Internet Apps. See the VIA Shortcut V Button Buttons graphic. Volume Volume Up/Down: Increase or decrease the loudness of the TV’s...

  • Page 14: Via Shortcut Buttons

    M370SR / M420SR VIA Shortcut Buttons Move/Delete App from VIA Dock View Settings for Active VIA App Change Screen Size Exit App/Exit VIA Dock (when VIA Sidebar is open) VIA Shortcut Buttons Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices Connecting Your Devices Your HDTV can be easily connected to an external device: • DVD or Blu-Ray player Once you have determined the best available connection type on both your • Video game console device and the TV, ensure you have the corresponding cable. • Cable box To connect a device to the TV: • External antenna...
  • Page 16 M370SR / M420SR Select one of the connection types. Use the cable(s) shown to connect the TV to your device. Select One: BEST HDMI DIGITAL DIGITAL / COAXIAL ANALOG ANALOG BETTER COMPONENT ANALOG GOOD COMPOSITE ANALOG Device Connection Chart...

  • Page 17: Setting Up Your Network Connection

    M370SR / M420SR Setting Up Your Network Connection Your TV is internet-ready, and can be connected to your home network in two ways: • Wired, using the RJ45 (ethernet) connector on the back panel • Wirelessly, using your home wireless network Once you have connected to your home network and the Internet, you can use VIA apps to deliver popular online content to your TV. Connecting to A Wired Network To connect to a wired network: 1.

  • Page 18: Completing The First-Time Setup

    You can connect to the Internet through a wind networks and press OK. (Ethernet) connection or the built-in wireless functionality. Before you begin the first-time setup: Available wireless networks VIZIO Enter the network key using the • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should be connected MY_HOME_WIFI VIZIO_2 on-screen keyboard, then highlight to an electrical outlet. See Installing the TV on page 1.

  • Page 19: Using The On-Screen Menu

    Using the On-Screen Menu Changing the Input Source Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. You can External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles also open the on-screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV can be connected to your TV.

  • Page 20: Setting The Screen Aspect Ratio

    M370SR / M420SR Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, Panoramic, Use the table below to determine the best aspect ratio for your content type. and Stretch. Each mode displays content according to the content’s original format. Areas in red will not be visible on your TV screen.

  • Page 21: Changing The Screen Aspect Ratio

    M370SR / M420SR Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio Setting Up Closed Captioning The TV can display images in four different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, and Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed Panoramic. Each mode displays the picture differently. captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue.

  • Page 22: Changing The Appearance Of Digital Closed Captions

    M370SR / M420SR Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Activating the Sleep Timer Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference. When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time. To change the appearance of digital closed captions: To use the sleep timer: 1.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Adjusting the Picture Settings • Custom picture mode allows you to manually change each of the picture settings: Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. Backlight - Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall brilliance of the picture. This option is not available unless Ambient To adjust the picture settings: Light Sensor is set to OFF.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Advanced Picture Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings Adjusting the Color Temperature To adjust the advanced picture settings: Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture. 1. From the Picture Settings menu, use Advanced Picture the Arrow buttons on the remote to To adjust the color temperature:...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Picture Size And Position

    M370SR / M420SR Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Resetting the Picture Settings When displaying an image from the HDMI or RGB input, the size and position of To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings: the display image can be adjusted. 1.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Adjusting the Audio Settings Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings To adjust the audio settings: To adjust the advanced audio settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. 1. From the Audio Settings Menu, use the Audio Arrow buttons to highlight Advanced The on-screen menu is displayed.

  • Page 27: Resetting The Audio Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Resetting the Audio Settings Using the Network Connection Menu To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: Your TV is internet-ready, featuring both an ethernet port and built-in high-speed 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 802.11n.

  • Page 28: Changing The Advanced Network Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Changing the Advanced Network Settings To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is not being broadcast: Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.

  • Page 29: Changing The Tv Settings

    M370SR / M420SR Changing the TV Settings Setting the Tuner Mode If you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such as an external Using the settings menu, you can: antenna or cable TV connection, you must set the tuner mode. • Change the input source 1.

  • Page 30: Scanning For Channels

    M370SR / M420SR Scanning for Channels Adding New Channels Before the TV can detect and display channels and their associated information, Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or add a new range of you must scan for channels. A channel scan may also be necessary when the channels.

  • Page 31: Skipping Channels

    M370SR / M420SR Skipping Channels Changing the Audio Language After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak Some digital free-to-air and cable channels broadcast programs in more than one to watch comfortably. There may also be some channels you do not want to view. language.

  • Page 32: Using The Parental Controls

    M370SR / M420SR Using the Parental Controls Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain To manage program content according to its rating, you must enable the Program channels or programs without a password. Rating feature.

  • Page 33: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

    M370SR / M420SR Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating Changing the Parental Control Passcode A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and If you use the parental controls, you should change the passcode to prevent at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences. You may children from accessing inappropriate material.

  • Page 34: Changing The Names Of The Inputs

    M370SR / M420SR Changing the Names of the Inputs Changing the On-Screen Menu Language To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to the inputs on your Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. TV, you can rename the inputs. For example, if you have a DVD player connected To change the on-screen menu language: to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player”.

  • Page 35: Setting The Time Zone

    M370SR / M420SR Setting the Time Zone Adjusting the CEC Settings To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the The CEC function on your TV enables you to control HDMI-connected devices TV’s time zone: with the included remote without any additional programming. To have the TV display the correct time, you must be connected to Not all HDMI devices support CEC.

  • Page 36: Using The Help Menu

    M370SR / M420SR Using the Help Menu Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. You can use the TV’s Help menu to: If you restore the TV to the factory default settings, all changes you • Display system information have made to the settings will be lost! • Reset the TV settings...

  • Page 37: Using Guided Setup

    M370SR / M420SR Using Guided Setup The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or to connect the TV with your network. To access guided setup: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.

  • Page 38: Using The Info Window

    M370SR / M420SR 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. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button three times to display the program description. Program Title/CC Information Channel/Input Information Program Description Info Window...

  • Page 39: 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 a USB thumb The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and drive.
  • Page 40 M370SR / M420SR Back Button Progress Bar Highlight this button and press Displays the duration of the currently- Now Playing Information OK if you would like to return playing song. The blue bar will lengthen Displays song title, album title, to the previous screen.
  • Page 41 M370SR / M420SR Back Button Back Button Highlight and press OK to Highlight this button and press return to left column. OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Current Folder Displays the folder path. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices.

  • Page 42: Using Vizio Internet Apps

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

  • Page 43: Adding A New App To The Via Dock

    M370SR / M420SR Adding a New App to the VIA Dock Creating and Managing User Profiles Though your TV arrives pre-loaded with featured VIA Apps, new Apps are User profiles allow you to keep a customized set of Apps in the VIA Dock. For continually being added to the Widget Gallery.

  • Page 44: Creating A New User Profile

    M370SR / M420SR Creating a New User Profile 16. If you would like to prevent the user of this new profile from installing new Apps, turn Limit Profile to On. (You need an Owner PIN. Enter it after To create a new user profile: turning Limit Profile to On.) 1.

  • Page 45: Removing A User Profile

    M370SR / M420SR Removing a User Profile Restoring the VIA Dock to the Factory Default Settings To remove a user profile: The VIA Dock, and all of its installed Widgets can be restored to the factory default 1. Press the V Button on the remote. settings.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting & Technical Support

    If, after using this troubleshooting guide, you are still experiencing an issue with • Check the audio settings. See Adjusting the Audio Settings on page your TV, contact VIZIO’s Support Department. Quality customer support and 20. Ensure the speakers are set to On.

  • Page 47: The Picture Is Distorted

    M370SR / M420SR The picture is distorted. When I change input source, the display image changes size. • Nearby electrical devices may be interfering with the TV. Separate the • The TV remembers the viewing mode on each input source. If the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or flourescent lights.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications M370SR M420SR Screen Size: 37” Class 42” Class Diagonal Viewable: 37.00” 42.00” Dimensions w/ Stand: 35.50 x 23.90 x 8.60” 39.88 x 26.52 x 9.56” w/o Stand: 35.50 x 22.50 x 1.50” 39.88 x 24.87 x 1.23” Weight w/ Stand: 26.85 lbs 32.55 lbs w/o Stand:...
  • Page 49 M370SR / M420SR M370SR M420SR Number of Speakers Watts/Channel SRS TruSurround HD SRS TruSurround HD Simulated Surround: Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Volume Normalizer: SRS TruVolume SRS TruVolume Energy Star Energy Star Certifications/ CSA-US CSA-US Compliance: FCC Class B FCC Class B HDMI v1.4 HDMI v1.4 120 VAC...

  • Page 50: Limited Warranty

    Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects DESCRIBED ABOVE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED...

  • Page 51: Legal & Compliance

    Your VIA device may contain GPL executables and LGPL libraries that are subject to the PL2.0/LGPL2.1 License Agreements. VIZIO offers to provide source code 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Page 53 © 2011. All rights reserved. the v, viZiO, viZiO internet Apps, theAter 3d, Full ArrAy truled, edge lit rAZOr led, 240hZ sps, 480hZ sps, entertAinment FreedOm And entertAinment FreedOm FOr All nAmes, lOgOs And phrAse Are registered Or unregistered trAdemArks OF viZiO, inc.

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