Vizio GV42L user manual Version 8/1/2006

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VIZIO GV42L HDTV User Manual

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 be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

To avoid the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to the GV42L LCD HDTV.

Unplug the power cord before cleaning the GV42L LCD HDTV. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning the GV42L LCD HDTV. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.

When moving the GV42L LCD HDTV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form on the housing. Do not turn on the GV42L LCD HDTV immediately after this to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage.

Do not place the GV42L LCD HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the GV42L LCD HDTV falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the GV42L LCD HDTV.

A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between the GV42L LCD HDTV and any heat source, i.e. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install the product close to smoke. Operating the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock.

Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the GV42L LCD HDTV and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the GV42L LCD HDTV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

Never push any object into the slot on the GV42L LCD HDTV cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the GV42L LCD HDTV.

The GV42L LCD HDTV should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

The power cable must be replaced when using different voltage from that specified in the User Manual. For more information, contact your dealer.

The GV42L LCD HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. If your outlet does not accommodate the three-wire plug, have an electrician install the correct outlet, or use an adapter to ground the appliance safely. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug.

Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.

The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Only the marked power source can be used for the product. Any power source other than the specified one may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms.

Unplug the unit during a lightening storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect the GV42L LCD HDTV from damage due to power surges.

Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, the risk of electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, please contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Keep the product away from moisture. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into the product, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.

Do not use the product if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair the product yourself.

Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If the product is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair. Continued use of the product may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not install the product in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating the product in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.

Follow instructions for moving the product. Ensure that the power connector and any other cables are unplugged before moving the product.

Hold the power connector when removing the power cable. Pulling the power cable itself may damage the wires inside the cable and cause fire or electric shock. When the product will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power connector.

To avoid risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.

Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller.

If any of the following occurs please contact the dealer:

oThe power connector fails or frays.

oLiquid sprays or any object drops into the GV42L LCD HDTV. o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture.

o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way.

o The performance of the Display changes substantially.

Operating environment. Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m)

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Contents Dear Vizio Customer Vizio is a registered trademark of V, IncVersion 8/1/2006 External Television Antenna Grounding Power LinesTelevision Antenna Connection Protection Lightning ProtectionPackage Contents Opening the PackageInstallation Preparation Preparing Your LCD Hdtv for Wall Mounting To remove the stand basePage Table of Contents Picture-In-PicturePIP/Picture-by-PicturePOPMode Front Panel Side Panel ControlsRear Panel Connections Left PortionRight Portion Vizio Universal Remote Control Page Picture-In-Picture PIP/Picture-by-Picture POP Mode, Vizio Universal Remote Control Precautions Insertion of Batteries in the Remote ControlRemote Control Range Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use?Connecting your DVD Player Best Connecting Your DVD PlayerUsing Hdmi For DVD Players with DVI Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player BetterUsing S-Video AV2 Connecting your DVD Player GoodUsing Composite AV Video Connecting Your Hdtv Set-Top Box Connecting your Set-Top Box BestFor Set-Top Boxes with DVI Connecting your Set-Top Box Better Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Connecting Coaxial RF Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTVUsing Your Antenna or Cable for TV Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCRConnecting an external Receiver/Amp Optical Output of Audio received with HD ProgramsConnecting a PC Computer Basic LCD Hdtv Start Up Connecting the Power CableUsing DTV and TV with an Antenna or Cable Select Input SourceUsing a PC Watching a TV Program Adjusting Basic LCD Hdtv SettingsVolume TV ChannelsDTV Channel Information Program Information Information on LCD Hdtv Status No PIP or POPPC Input, no PIP With PIP and POP TV Input, with PIPComponent Input, with PIP Advanced Adjustment of Hdtv Using the On Screen Display OSDBacklight DTV / TV Input Picture AdjustmentPicture Mode Color ContrastBrightness Sharpness Color TemperatureTint Advanced Picture Adjust Bass DTV / TV Input Audio AdjustmentVolume TrebleDTV / TV Input Special Features Digital Closed Caption Reset All SettingsPassword Digital Closed Caption StyleAuto Search TV Tuner SetupTuner Mode Skip ChannelDTV Tuner Setup Digital Audio OutTime Zone Parental Lock EnableDTV / TV Input Parental Control Daylight SavingTV Rating Movie RatingChange the Password Blocked Unrated ProgrammingVideo Input Special Features Video Input Picture AdjustmentVideo Input Audio Adjustment PC Input Picture Adjustment Video Input Parental ControlPC Input Audio Adjustment PC Input Special FeaturesUnderstanding Viewing Features Viewing ModesPIP Channel Adjusting Basic PIP/POP SettingsPicture-In-PicturePIP/Picture-by-PicturePOPMode Swapping PIP/POP VideoSetting the Sleep Timer Programming for Cable Set-Top Box Programming the Vizio Universal Remote ControlProgramming for VCR Searching for Component Codes Using a Cable or Satellite RemoteProgramming for DVD Player Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control MaintenanceTroubleshooting Guide Cleaning the ScreenVersion 8/1/2006 Telephone & Technical Support Mailtechsupport@vinc.comCompliance FCC Class B Radio Interference StatementSpecifications Miscellaneous InformationGlossary Standard Definitions Index DTVRGB Limited Product Warranty Vizio Extended Service WarrantySetup Code for VCR’s Component Program CodesSetup Code for Cable Converters RCASetup Code for Satellite Receivers Setup Code for DVD PlayersSetup Code for CD Players SVASetup Code for TV’s Setup Code for Audio AmplifiersSetup Code for Audio Amp/Tuners JCB NAD Vizio