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Vizio E231i-B1 User Manual

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Model: E231i-B1 & E241i-B1

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  • Page 1 VIZIO USER MANUAL Model: E231i-B1 & E241i-B1...
  • 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 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   source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer • Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or local power company. or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
  • Page 5 • WARNING: Keep your TV away from moisture. Do not - Your TV is dropped or damaged in any way. expose your TV to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into - The performance of your TV changes substantially. your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. •...

  • Page 6: Television Antenna Connection Protection

    TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION Lightning Protection PROTECTION For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be system.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Installing the TV ..........3 Changing the Input Source ..........22 Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio ........22 Inspecting the Package Contents ........3 Adjusting the Picture Settings ..........23 Installing the TV ..............3 Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings ......24 Installing the TV Stand .............
  • Page 8 Changing the Analog Audio Language ......38 Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) ..54 ® Changing the Digital Audio Language ......38 Using the V.I.A. Plus App Dock ..........54 Naming Devices Attached to the TV ........39 Using the Hot Keys............

  • Page 9: 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 HDTV with Stand Remote Control with Batteries Power Cord Quick Start Guide 4 x T4 12mm...
  • Page 10 To install the base: 1. Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent 2. Align the stand and hook it into the bottom of the TV as shown. scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface, such as a blanket.
  • Page 11 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten four (4) T4 12mm screws into the base to secure it to the TV. When you are finished, place the TV on a stable, level surface. To ensure proper ventilation, leave at least 1” of space between the back of the TV and any other objects (walls, etc).

  • 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. E231i-B1 & E241i-B1 Screw Size: Screw Pitch: 0.7mm...

  • Page 13: Controls And Connections

    Controls and Connections Ethernet - Connect an Ethernet cable from a home network. RGB PC - Connect a VGA cable from a computer. PC Audio In - Connect a 3.5mm audio cable from a PC. Coaxial - Connect a coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna. USB - Connect a USB thumb drive to play photo, music, or video.

  • Page 14: Side Panel

    POWER - Press and hold to turn TV off or on. INPUT - Press to change input source. SIDE PANEL...

  • Page 15: Front Panel

    FRONT PANEL REMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. If the base is installed, the remote must be at or above the level of the sensor. The power indicator lights up for a few seconds when the TV is powered on. To keep the power indicator on when the TV is on, see Turning the Power Indicator On or Off on page 49.

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL APP LAUNCHER Quickly launch the pictured App. INPUT POWER Change the currently-displayed input. Turn the 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: 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.

  • Page 18: 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 19: Connecting A Device - Audio And Video Cable Types

    CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO AND VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE COAXIAL CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional Coaxial cables are are the traditional way of way of connecting your devices to your TV. Video connectiong antennas and cable television signals signals are sent over the yellow connector while audio to your TV.
  • Page 20 CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO AND VIDEO CABLE TYPES COMPONENT CABLE HDMI CABLE Component cables are designed to carry high HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers definition video signals along with additional both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use. HDMI audio connections.

  • Page 21: Connecting A Computer

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

  • Page 22: Connecting An Audio Device

    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 HDMI CABLE • CEC 2-WAY COMMUNICATION • 2.0-5.1 DIGITAL AUDIO BEST •...

  • Page 23: Connecting An Audio Device - Audio Cable Types

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPES 3.5MM CABLE HDMI CABLE 3.5mm cables traditional HDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital connecting your devices to your audio device. multi-channel surround audio through a single Audio signals are sent over a single cable. HDMI cable.

  • Page 24: Connecting An Audio Device - Arc

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - ARC Without HDMI ARC With HDMI ARC Built-in Tuner Built-in Tuner VIZIO Internet Apps Plus VIZIO Internet Apps Plus Your TV Your TV With an HDMI ARC setup, the audio connection between Without an HDMI ARC setup,...

  • Page 25: 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 a high-speed wireless signal (802.11n recommended). Connecting to a Wired Network (Best) 2.
  • Page 26 Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you 4. Use the Arrow buttons on through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. the remote to highlight your country, and then press the OK Before you begin the first-time setup: button.

  • Page 27: Completing The First-Time Setup

    Completing the First-Time Setup 8. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight your TV source and press OK. If you have cable TV, select whether you have a cable box or if you connect the TV directly to a cable from the wall. 9.

  • Page 28: Using The On-Screen Menu

    VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then pressing OK. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight a menu option, and press the OK From this menu, you can: VIZIO button to select that option. • Adjust the Picture settings TV SETTINGS...

  • Page 29: 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 five different modes: Normal, Stretch, game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom.

  • Page 30: Viewing Video With The Menu Open

    VIZIO Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic VIEWING VIDEO WITH THE MENU OPEN When the on-screen menu opens, it covers the left-hand portion VIZIO of the picture. The picture can be displayed in three different Exit Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic PICTURE ways:...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    To adjust the picture settings: • Backlight - Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall 1. Press the MENU button on the brilliance of the picture. Backlight cannot be adjusted VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is when starting from some picture modes. PICTURE displayed.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Advanced Picture Settings

    • Picture Size - Increase or decrease the vertical and 1. From the PICTURE menu, use horizontal size of the displayed picture. Use the Left/ VIZIO VIZIO the Arrow buttons to highlight Right Arrow buttons to adjust the horizontal size of the More, and then press OK.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Professional Picture Settings

    Color Tuner To adjust the professional picture settings: Green Blue Cyan Magenta Yellow 1. From the PICTURE menu, use VIZIO Saturation the Arrow buttons to highlight PROFESSIONAL PICTURE Brightness Professional Picture, and then Wide Zoom Normal...
  • Page 34 To turn color channels off and on: To adjust the 11 Point White Balance settings: 1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press OK. The highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow Color Tuner menu is displayed.
  • Page 35 To show or hide the Color Bar Test Pattern: To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Bar Test Pattern, and then press the Left/ highlight Flat Test Pattern, and then press the Left/Right Right Arrow buttons until the Color Bar Test Pattern menu is Arrow buttons until the Flat Test Pattern menu is displayed.

  • Page 36: Creating A Custom Picture Mode

    Left/Right Arrow buttons to select the color for the ramp test pattern. Selecting a color immediately shows that color To create a custom picture mode manually: ramp. 1. From the PROFESSIONAL VIZIO —or— PICTURE menu, use the Arrow CREATE PICTURE MODE buttons to highlight Create...

  • Page 37: Renaming A Custom Picture Mode

    To lock all custom picture modes: To rename a custom picture mode: VIZIO 1. From the PROFESSIONAL VIZIO 1. Set the Picture Mode to an...

  • Page 38: Deleting A Custom Picture Mode

    Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Custom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted. Inputs assigned to a deleted custom picture mode become assigned to the Calibrated picture mode. To delete a custom picture mode: 1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow To delete the user created Custom 1 picture mode, select the Delete button.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    • Digital Audio Out - Changes the type of processing for 1. Press the MENU button on the VIZIO HDMI ARC output when connected to a home theater remote. The on-screen menu AUDIO audio system.

  • Page 40: Changing The Equalizer Settings

    Changing the Equalizer Settings Deleting the Custom Audio Mode The graphic equalizer has several pre-set modes and allows you To delete the custom audio mode that has been created: to create one custom mode. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is To select a pre-set audio mode: displayed.

  • Page 41: Setting Timers

    Auto Power Off. 1. Press the MENU button on the 2. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote to change VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is whether the TV will turn off. If you don’t want the TV to turn off TIMERS displayed.

  • Page 42: Using The Network Connection Menu

    To change advanced network settings: Connecting to a Wireless Network 1. From the NETWORK menu, To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is VIZIO highlight Manual Setup and being broadcast: press OK. The MANUAL SETUP MANUAL SETUP menu is displayed.

  • Page 43: Finding Mac Addresses For Network Setup

    TV's MAC address in the router's settings. not being broadcast: To find the TV's MAC address: 1. From the NETWORK menu, VIZIO highlight Hidden Network 1. From the NETWORK menu, highlight Manual Setup and press and press OK. The ENTER ENTER ACCESS POINT NAME OK.

  • Page 44: Setting Up The Tuner

    You can use the TV’s Tuner menu to: Antenna (Over-the-air) or Cable (Out-of-the-wall) connections. • Select a Tuner Input 1. From the TUNER menu, highlight Tuner Mode and press OK. VIZIO • Perform an Auto Channel Scan The TUNER MODE menu displays. TUNER •...

  • Page 45: Adding New Channels

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

  • Page 46: Skipping Channels

    See Locking and Unlocking Channels on page 46 . To remove a channel: VIZIO 1. From the TUNER menu, highlight Skip Channel, and press OK. SKIP CHANNEL The SKIP CHANNEL menu is...

  • Page 47: Listening To Alternate Audio

    Not all programs are broadcast in SAP. The Analog Audio Language feature only works when the program being viewed is being broadcast with 1. From the TUNER menu, highlight VIZIO Secondary Audio Programming. Digital Language and press OK. The DIGITAL LANGUAGE DIGITAL LANGUAGE menu is displayed.

  • Page 48: Setting Up Closed Captioning

    To change the appearance of digital closed captions: If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast 1. From the CLOSED CAPTIONS with closed captions, the TV will not display them. VIZIO menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital Style and DIGITAL STYLE press OK.
  • Page 49 • Background Color - Change the color of the Typical choices include: background directly behind the text. • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip • Background Opacity - Change the transparency of the of background appears behind the text, expanding as background directly behind the text.

  • Page 50: Renaming Devices On The Input Menu

    DVD player connected to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player.” To change the name of an input: VIZIO 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is NAME INPUT Input Name displayed.

  • Page 51: Changing The Tv Settings

    CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Viewing System Information To view a summary of the TV settings: Using the System menu, you can: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is VIZIO • View system information displayed. SYSTEM •...

  • Page 52: 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. The Parental Controls menu only appears when: To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: •...

  • Page 53: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

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

  • Page 54: Changing The On-Screen Menu Language

    TV’s time zone: To change the on-screen menu language: 1. Press the MENU button on the 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is VIZIO VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. TIME ZONE displayed.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Cec Settings

    Adjusting the CEC Settings Turning the Power Indicator On or Off The CEC function on your TV enables you to control The Power Indicator on the front of your TV normally does not HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any glow when the TV is on.

  • Page 56: Using The Reset & Admin Menu

    To use guided setup: All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory 1. Press the MENU button on the defaults. VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. GUIDED SETUP If you restore the TV to the factory default settings, all...

  • Page 57: 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, input, and display information. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the program title, program rating, audio information, and the start and end times of the program.

  • Page 58: Using The Usb Media Player

    Using the USB Media Player USING THE USB MEDIA PLAYER Playing USB Media To play your USB media: The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to 1. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of your TV and play music, video, or photos.
  • Page 59 The blue bar will the album art will display lengthen as the song progresses. Connected here. Sources VIZIO Fab Apple Dream Displays On January Mix Comp Music Oliver connected USB USB1: MyFlashDrive...
  • Page 60 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays Video connected USB USB1: MyFlashDrive devices. MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos File Date Duration Family Vacation - California 00:23:43 Current Folder...
  • Page 61 Current Folder using the Arrow and OK Displays the folder path. buttons on the remote. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root connected USB USB1: devices. Current Folder root A.jpg...

  • Page 62: Using Vizio Internet Apps Plus (V.i.a. Plus)

    Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) ® Vizio Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) delivers popular online content Using the Hot Keys to your TV. V.I.A. Plus features a selection of Apps that allow you Use the following colored buttons on the remote to perform to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and common V.I.A.

  • Page 63: Using The Fullscreen V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window allows you to add and 4. To exit from an open App or to close the App Dock, press the Exit button on the remote. store Apps. The Apps on the first page are displayed in the Dock and Apps on additional pages can be moved to the Dock.

  • Page 64: Fullscreen V.i.a. Plus Apps Window Overview

    FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW OVERVIEW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window allows you to add, delete, • All Apps: Displays every App that is available for download. and organize your Apps. The My Apps tab displays Apps that • Categories: Displays Apps sorted into categories: are already installed on your TV.

  • Page 65: Customizing The V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    CUSTOMIZING THE V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW Deleting an App from the My Apps Tab To delete an App from your TV: You can add, delete, and move Apps around on your My Apps 1. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the App tab for a custom look and feel.

  • Page 66: Moving An App In My Apps

    Moving an App in My Apps You can organize your Apps on your My Apps tab by moving 3. Use the Arrow buttons to move the App to the desired them where you want. location and press OK to place the App. When you can move the App, it appears as shown below.

  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69 The buttons on the remote aren’t working. The TV has pixels (dots) that are always dark or always lit. • The Red and Yellow colored buttons below the V • Your HDTV is precision-manufactured using an extremely button do not work with this television. high level of technology.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications E231i-B1 E241i-B1 Screen Size: 23” Class 24” Class Viewable Area: 22.95” 23.54” Dimensions w/ Stand: 21.49” x 14.67” x 4.43” 21.55” x 14.55” x 4.39” w/o Stand: 21.49” x 13.94” x 2.11” 21.55” x 13.80” x 2.11” Weight w/ Stand: 6.39 lbs...
  • Page 71 E231i-B1 E241i-B1 Audio Outputs: 3.5mm Analog Stereo Output 3.5mm Analog Stereo Output OSD Language: English, Spanish, French English, Spanish, French Remote Control Model: XRT112 XRT112 UL, CUL, FCC Class B, UL, CUL, FCC Class B, Certifications: HDMI (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital Plus...

  • Page 72: 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 73: 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 74 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 75 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 76 INTERRUPTION OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING Other OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE VIZIO SOFTWARE OR Image(s) used under license from Shutterstock.com 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 77 © 2013 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 131213OC-NC...

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