TM ® Congratulations on the purchase of you new VECO TV, Vizio’s Eco-hugging system. You friends will be green with envy not only because of the superior quality of the look and performance, but also because it’s Earth- friendly. How? It uses 44% less energy than most models, the packaging and this manual are made from recyclable material, this manual is printed with soy ink, and even the amount of paper this manual is normally printed on has been reduced.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Important Safety Instructions 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. Read the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is connected to your HDTV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Table of Contents FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners ................................. 3 Table of Contents ..................................................4 Opening the Package ............................................5 Package Contents ........................................................ 5 TV Setup and Stand Assembly.............................6 Understanding Basic Controls and Connections ...........................................................7 Front Bezel .....
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Once you have opened the carton, check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual TV Setup and Stand Assembly Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. 2. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Remove the stand base under foam end cap. 4. Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Understanding Basic Controls and Connections Front Bezel 1) POWER INDICATOR (VIZIO logo): ! White: On ! Orange: Standby 2) REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR: ! Point the remote control directly at the sensor for the best response. MENU CH+ CH- VOL+ 1 VOL- INPUT Right Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) ! Turns your HDTV ON and OFF. MENU ! Activates the On-Screen Display (OSD).
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Rear Panel Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 9 No.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual VIZIO Remote Control ) POWER – Press to turn your HDTV ON. Press it again ( to turn it OFF. GUIDE – Press to display program information. TV – Press to select TV. GUIDE TV AV COMP HDMI AV – Press to select the Audio Video input. Press repeatedly to go to the AV input. Note: If the S-Video cable is being used, the AV will show the signal going through this input because the S-Video takes priority. MENU COMP – Press to select Component (YPbPr) input.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Remote Control Range ! ! ! The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window and 13 feet (4 meters) when 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the front of your HDTV to send commands. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Setting up Your HDTV ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. The average power consumption of your HDTV is 84W. Use the included power cord. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be compromised. Your HDTV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Additional Information: Mounting hole pitch Screw type Screw length 420mm horizontally x 200mm vertically Metric M8 1.25mm pitch Depends on the thickness of the wall mount plate. VIZIO brackets come with different length screws. To find the perfect mount for your HDTV, browse VIZIO’s certified wall mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV /TV 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV. 4. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of your HDTV, or by pressing the TV button on the remote control.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Note: The HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): Using Component Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV SetTop Box. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green area on back of your HDTV). 3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group. 4.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box SET TOP BOX Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video port (yellow area on the back of your HDTV). 3.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your HDTV: HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting your DVD Player (Better): CD DVD Using Component Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green area on the back or your HDTV. 3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group. 4.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting your DVD Player (Good) 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV1 group (yellow/red color area on the back of your HDTV). 3. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on your DVD player to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the AV1 group. 4.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting an external Receiver/Amp Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs If your sound system has an SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical AUDIO OUT (white area on the back or your HDTV). This is active when receiving audio with the program being viewed no matter what input is being used. STEREO SYSTEM 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer. 2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the other end to the RGB PC input (blue area on the back of your HDTV). 3. Connect the Audio Out on your pc computer to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area on the back of your HDTV). This connection will require an 1/8” stereo mini plug. 4. Turn on the HDTV and PC Computer. 5.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). Please see the table below for the factory preset resolutions. Resolution Refresh (Hz) H.Freq (kHz) V.Freq (Hz) H.Sync V.Sync Pixel Freq (MHz) 640x480 60 31.47 59.94 N N 25.18 640x480 75 37.50 75.00 N N 31.50 720x400 70 31.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Using your HDTV the first time 1. Connect Audio and Video Cables Connect audio and video cables from the desired components to your HDTV as described in “Connecting Devices.” 2. Connecting the Power Cable Connect one end of the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your HDTV. Then connect the other end into a power outlet. 3. Turning Power On Press HDTV. on the remote control to turn on your 4. Initial Setup Press TV on the remote control.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual 8. Press " or # to select your input source (Antenna or Cable), then press !. The Channel Scan screen opens. NOTE: Select Cable only if you receive your cable service without a set-top box. 9. Press " or # to select the desired channel scan process, then press !. The Channel Scan progress screen opens if you selected Scan. Otherwise the Complete screen opens. 10. When the Complete screen opens, press ! to exit. NOTE: DTV digital broadcast is not available in all areas.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Selecting Inputs 1. Press INPUT on the remote or on the side of your HDTV to select the input source that matches the connection you made on the back of your HDTV. Repeated presses of INPUT cycles you through the options. 2. Turn on your component (cable box, VCR, satellite receiver, DVD player, etc.). You should see a picture on your HDTV. If you do not see a picture, press INPUT repeatedly until you do see a picture.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Using the Program Guide 1. Press GUIDE on the remote to display program information for the channel you are watching. 2. Press GUIDE to exit or wait for it to disappear automatically. Displaying the Information Banner When you change channels or inputs, an information banner displays the status of your HDTV.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the side of your HDTV control the function settings. The OnScreen Display (OSD) lets you adjust the contrast, brightness, and other settings. Changes are saved even when you turn off your HDTV. The OSD consists of these menu options: Picture Audio TV Setup Parental Control NOTE: The main menu options may vary depending on the selected input source. 1.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual The following options are available in the Picture menu: 1. Picture Mode - Select Custom, Standard, Movie, Game (Sports). 2. Backlight - Backlight adjusts the overall brilliance of the picture. It does not affect the Brightness (black level) or Contrast (white level) of the picture. If DCR is activated, backlight adjustment is not available. 3. Brightness - Brightness adjusts the black levels in the picture.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Adjusting the Audio Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following audio adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU on the remote control. The source you are viewing is displayed in orange text in the bottom left-hand corner of the OSD. Press $ / ! / " / # to select and adjust options, then press LAST when finished making adjustments. Press LAST to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Adjusting the TV settings If you did not set up your HDTV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens or if your setup has changed, you can do so from the TV menu. Press $ / ! / " / # to select and adjust options, then press LAST when finished making adjustments. Press LAST to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD. The following options are available in the TV menu: 1.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Adjusting the Setup settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following setup adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU on the remote control. NOTE: When a computer is the source, the CC option is not available. Press $ / ! / " / # to select and adjust options, then press LAST when finished making adjustments. Press LAST to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Adjusting the Parental Control settings When viewing a DTV / TV or a component, or AV source, the following parental control OSD screens are available within the Parental Control OSD menu. Parental Control options are not available when viewing an HDMI source. You can restrict certain channel and program viewing by turning on parental controls. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual 3. Movie Rating - Block TV shows based on their rating. Select the desired rating and press MENU to block (locked) or unblock (unlocked). Movie Rating Definitions: G – General audience PG – Parental guidance suggested PG-13 – Recommended for children 13 years of age or older R – Mature audience NC-17 – No one under 17 years of age X – No one under 17 years of age 4.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Understanding Viewing Modes Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. You can switch viewing modes by pressing WIDE on the remote control. 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. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan-and-scan or full frame.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Maintaining and Troubleshooting Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the power cord is removed from the socket before cleaning your HDTV. 2. Do not use volatile solvents (such as toluene, rosin, and alcohol) to clean your HDTV. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass, and remote control, and cause paint to peel. Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control 1. Use a soft cloth for cleaning. 2.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Troubleshooting If your HDTV fails or the performance changes dramatically, follow the steps in the troubleshooting table below. Remember to check peripherals as well, to pinpoint the source of the failure. If your HDTV still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1-877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or e-mail us at techsupport@VIZIO.com.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Problem Solution ! The picture has abnormal patterns The display image does not cover the entire screen There is a picture but no sound ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Your HDTV has pixels that are always dark or colored There is “noise” or “trash” on the screen The volume changes when you switch inputs The screen size changes when you switch inputs Backlight setting doesn’t respond ! ! ! ! problem. Check the connections on the back of your HDTV and on the back of the component.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Regulations and Specifications Compliance Caution: Always use a power cord that is properly grounded. Use the AC cords listed below for each area. Country Power Cord USA UL Canada CSA Germany VDE UK BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 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.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Specifications Specifications Panel Resolution Pixel (Dot) Pitch Display Compatibility Colors Brightness Contrast Response Time Viewing Angle Inputs Outputs Features 31.5” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio 1366 x 768 pixels 0.5107mm (H) x 0.5107mm (V) HDTV (720P) 16.77 Million (8-bit) 450 cd/m2 (typical) 2500:1 (typical), 12,500:1 (w/ DCR) 6.5ms (typical) Up to 178° (horizontal and vertical) 1x Co-axial RF (ATSC/QAM/NTSC), 2x HDMI™ (v1.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Glossary – Standard Definitions 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. For example, a “32 inch TV screen” would be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall. Aspect Ratio (16x9): “Wide screen TV” aspect ratio which is more like a movie screen than a traditional TV.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual VIZIO LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY VIZIO provides a "ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY" against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of a new VIZIO display purchased from an authorized VIZIO U.S. reseller and used in the fifty (50) United States or Puerto Rico. VIZIO's Responsibility VIZIO displays purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U.S.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover the following: cosmetic defects; damage, malfunctions or failures resulting from shipping or transit, improper or faulty installation, abuse, operation contrary to furnished instructions, operation on incorrect power supplies, products not supplied by VIZIO, modification, alteration, improper servicing or tampering; damage from fire, water, lightning, power surges, abnormal environmental conditions or other acts of nature; norma
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Return authorization numbers are valid for only fifteen (15) days from issuance. The customer is responsible for and must prepay all shipping charges and shall assume all risk of loss or damage to the product while in transit to VIZIO.
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual Index AC IN jack, 8 access code changing, 33 accessories, 5 Adjustments Selecting the Screen Size, 40 advanced video settings black level extender, 28 antenna setting as TV signal source, 30 antenna grounding, 3 antenna jack, 8 aspect ratio descriptions, 34 selecting, 31 audio settings adjusting, 29 lip sync, 29 speakers, 29 surround mode, 29 AV In jack, 8 backlight adjusting, 28 black level extender, 28 blocking channels, 32 brightness adjusting, 28 cable setting as TV signa
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual block unrated TV, 33 channel block, 32 check for new DTV rating, 33 movie rating, 33 options, 32 TV rating, 32 password changing, 33 PC Resolutions, 22 picture settings, 27 advanced video, 28 backlight, 28 brightness, 28 color, 28 color temperature, 28 contrast, 28 sharpness, 28 tint, 28 power button, 7 power connector, 8 power cord, 38 power indicator, 7 program guide, 26 rear jacks AC IN, 8 antenna, 8 AV In, 8 component, 8 HDMI 1, 8 HDMI 2, 8 power connector, 8 RGB PC, 8 rem
VIZIO VECO320L1A User’s Manual video connection types, 12 video input selecting, 25 video settings adaptive luma, 28 adjusting, 28 CTI, 28 DNR, 28 flesh tone, 28 white peak limiter, 28 viewing modes descriptions, 34 volume buttons, 7 wall mounting, 11 warranty services, 5 warrranty, 41 white peak limiter, 28 Wide 16:9, 31 4:3, 31 46 www.VIZIO.
