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 • The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV.
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You may experience discomfort while watching 3D content. You may feel symptoms of eye strain, vision fatigue, color or depth distortion, motion sickness, nausea, dizziness, disorientation, or other discomforts. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop watching and take a break for at least thirty minutes before resuming. If the symptoms are severe or continue even after you have stopped watching 3D content, consult a doctor.
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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 • Connecting Your Devices •...
PACKAGE CONTENTS INPUT LIST MENU EXIT INFO BACK GUIDE ENTER VIZIO LED HDTV with Stand Remote Control 4 x M5 14mm 4 x M6 18mm and Batteries Phillips Screws Phillips Screws This Quick Start Guide Theater 3D Glasses Power Cord...
INSTALLING THE BASE It is recommended that two people take Align the Neck piece with the Base. part in the base installation. Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat the four(4) included M5 x 14mm Phillips screws surface.
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Align the Stand with the back of the TV. Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the four(4) included M6 x 18mm Phillips screws into the holes on the back of the TV. When you are finished, place the TV on a stable, level surface.
USING THE REMOTE APP LAUNCHER Quickly launch the pictured app. INPUT Change the currently-displayed POWER input. INPUT Turn TV on or off. A/V CONTROLS MENU Control USB media player. Display the on-screen menu. INFO LIST MENU EXIT Display the info window. Close the on-screen menu.
FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of TV Ethernet Coaxial Cable Cable Connect the power cord to the back of the TV. If you have an external antenna, cable connection extending from a wall outlet, or Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. a cable box, connect it to the TV with a RF/ Coaxial Cable.
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Turn the TV on by pressing the Power Button on Remove the battery cover by pressing gently on the back cover and sliding away from the remote. The Setup App is displayed. the remote. Use the Arrow Buttons on the remote to highlight Insert the included batteries.
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Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to select Press and Hold the red Record button and your preferred language and country green hot key button for 5 seconds to pair the and press OK. Wi-Fi Direct remote. Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons to highlight Begin Activation and press OK.
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VIEWING THE ON-SCREEN USER MANUAL INPUT VIZIO MENU TV SETTINGS LIST MENU Button Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic Picture EXIT INFO Audio Timers Network Exit Tuner Closed Captions BACK GUIDE Devices System Guided Setup User Input Wide User Manual Manual Sleep...
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USER MANUAL LCD HDTV WITH VIZIO INTERNET APPS® USE YOUR REMOTE PAGE NUMBER 1 OF 53 Previous Page To skip to page, use Next Page Number Pad, Menu Open TV Menu then press OK. Table of Contents Installing the TV...
CONNECTING YOUR DEVICES White White Blue Yellow Green Match colored connectors to colored ports. BACK OF TV...
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Choose ONE connection type for each device. (Cables are not included.) Commonly-Connected AV CABLE Devices: • ANALOG GOOD • VIDEO (480i)* • STEREO AUDIO White Yellow Cable or Satellite Boxes Match colored connectors to colored ports. COMPONENT CABLE • ANALOG BETTER •...
Highlight Network Setup and press OK. The Network Setup guide is displayed. To connect to a wireless network you will need: Wireless Router High-speed Internet connection VIZIO VIZIO SSID (Wireless network name) GUIDED SETUP TV SETTINGS Network Password...
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Highlight the name of your wireless network (this is the network’s SSID) and press OK. If you do not see your SSID, you will need to enter it manually. For more information, see the TV’s User Manual. Using the on-screen keyboard, enter your network’s password, then highlight Connect and press OK. If you are having trouble connecting to your network, check your router placement.
HOW TO VIEW 3D You will need: 3D-ready Player + Media* VIZIO Theater 3D-ready (Blu-ray™, Game Console, etc.) 3D Glasses HDMI cable* For the best 3D experience, try to view the TV straight-on, as shown here. Do not view the TV at an extreme angle, as some of the 3D effect will be lost.
42” 5.1 HOME THEATER SOUND BAR WITH WIRELESS SUB & SATELLITE SPEAKERS For the pinnacle of surround sound immersion and convenience, the VIZIO S4251w 5.1 Sound Bar sets the bar exceptionally high. Designed to fit any medium to large sized HDTV, this sound bar comes with a wireless subwoofer, rear satellite speakers and is packed with the latest in Dolby and DTS audio technology.
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VIZIO RECOMMENDS VIZIO XCH508 8FT HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE – EXTREME SLIM SERIES ® Keep a low profile with the 8ft High Speed HDMI Cable – Extreme Slim Series. Ideal for ultra-thin HDTVs, its ® built-in smart chip provides picture perfect HD video, 3D and superior audio at up to 10.2 Gbps. This all-in-one cable also supports advanced 7.1 surround sound and audio return channel, eliminating the need for...
HELP TOPICS • The on-screen menu has guided setup. Press MENU, then select Guided Setup. Select the type of setup you need and press OK. The Setup App will begin. How do I return to the To reset the TV to factory defaults, press MENU > System > Reset & Admin > Reset TV to Factory Defaults. •...
LEGAL / COMPLIANCE FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product at its sole option and discretion. ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via e-mail: INCLUDING VIZIO’S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS,...
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