VT3255LED LCD TV User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http:// box in the upper right corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual” Model No.
Contents Compliance Information...........................................................................................i Declaration of RoHS Compliance............................................................................ii Copyright Information..............................................................................................iii Product Registration................................................................................................iii Important Safety Instructions...........
Compliance Information FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
Declaration of RoHS Compliance This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: Substance Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) Polybrominated biphenyls
Copyright Information Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2012. All rights reserved. ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation. ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Important Safety Instructions has been exposed to rain or moisture, or the unit does not operate normally, or has been dropped. USE AC power Cord Keep the following guidelines to protect the AC power cord from being damaged. If the AC power cord is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. Stop using it and ask your dealer or ViewSonic service center to exchange it. • Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. • Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively.
Optional equipment protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. If optional equipment is to be installed, leave some space between optional equipment and the TV set. Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV set is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in the U.S.A.
• When lifting or moving the TV, hold it securely from the bottom. Place your palm directly under the panel. Do not install the TV set as follows: Air circulation is blocked. Objects and ventilation holes Never push any objects into the slots on the TV cabinet as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or an electric shock. Do not place any objects on the TV. VENTILATION Slots and openings in TV are provided for ventilation.
• • • • • • in places subject to extreme temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV may overheat and cause deformation of the enclosure or cause malfunction. Do not install the TV in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the TV is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and may cause a malfunction. Do not place the TV in hot, oily, humid or excessively dusty places.
Getting Started Package Contents Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, please contact your dealer. POWER SOURCE 1 2 4 5 7 8 3 6 9 RETURN - 1 FAV EXIT ENTER MUTE MENU C.C VOL CH GUIDE LCD TV MTS INFO SLEEP PICTURE SOUND ASPECT Remote Control with batteries Stand screws VT3255LED LCD TV VT3255LED LCD TV User Guide Quick Start Guide Model No.
Getting Started Installing the LCD TV Installing the Stand Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 1. Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. (see Figure 1) 2. Attach the foot stand and secure it with the included screws. Please fasten with a cross screw driver. (see Figure 2) 3. Stand the TV up. (see Figure 3) Disconnecting the Stand 1. Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. (see Figure 1) 2.
Getting Started Mounting ViewSonic LCD TV to the wall The LCD TV can be used in a free standing position or wall-mounted. Before installing the product to the wall, please consider the following guidelines: • Read the Important Safety Instructions, at the start of this manual. • Do not install in a moist or wet environment. This equipment is intended for indoor use. • Do not install near heat source, or strong magnetic fields.
Getting Started Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. A C B D Product Family LCD TV inch 32 VESA Spec. (A x B) 200 x 200 mm Standard Screw (C x D) M6 x L12 Quantity 4 • ViewSonic provides the standard dimensions for wall mount kits as shown in the table above. • To find the perfect mount, please browse www.viewsonic.com or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688, Canada 1-866-463-4775.
Getting Started Front View of the Product 1 Item Icon 1 Speakers 2 Menu 3 4 MENU VOL CH INPUT 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Emit audio sound. MENU Turn the on-screen display (OSD) menu on / off. VOL - Decrease the volume. Move to the left or adjust the setting on the OSD menu. VOL + Increase the volume. Move to the right or adjust the setting on the OSD menu. CH q Decrease the channel number. Move upward to the next item on the OSD menu. CH p Increase the channel number.
Getting Started Rear View of the Product 8 1 9 2 10 3 11 4 5 12 6 13 7 Item 1 YPbPr signal input 2 Audio input (left/ right) 3 Earphone Jack 4 SPDIF Optical output 5 Remote Control output 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 USB DC input HDMI input DVI input PC Audio input VGA signal input TV Input Jack RS232 signal input Description Connect to the YPbPr output of A/V device. j Composite and Y use the same connector. Connect to the corresponding audio connectors on your A/V device. Connect to earphones.
Getting Started Connecting the LCD TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System Enjoy the high-definition and standard-definition digital programming along with standard-definition analog programming. ☼ • This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable and external VHF/UHF antenna. • We strongly recommend that you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to ensure the best picture quality.
Getting Started DVI Connection HD cable box / HD satellite box Rear side of the TV COMPONENT VIDEO OUT LINE OUT R DVI-HDTV OUT IN Pr Y AUDIO L VIDEO HDMI OUT OUT Pb Audio cable CATV / Satellite antenna cable DVI cable DVI-to-HDMI cable DVI cable DVI-to-HDMI cable DVI-to-HDMI adapter Audio cable ☼ • For DVI connection, connect the HDMI jack (with DVI cable, DVI-to-HDMI cable, or DVI-to-HDMI adapter), and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO IN jacks of PC Audio input.
Getting Started YPbPr or Component Connection HD cable box / HD satellite box Rear side of the TV COMPONENT VIDEO OUT LINE OUT R DVI-HDTV OUT IN Pr Y AUDIO L VIDEO HDMI OUT OUT Pb CATV / Satellite antenna cable Audio cable Component cable Audio cable Component cable ☼ • YPbPr provides better quality than the AV connection.
Getting Started Programming your Cable or Satellite Box remote Refer to the user manual from your service provider to determine the setting. If it requires: • 3 digits, please try “566”, “565”, “556”, or “688”. It usually works with DISHNetwork. • 4 digits, please try “0054”. It usually works with Cox. • 5-digits, please try “11454”, “11054”, or “10690”. It usually works with DIRECTV. Personal Computer Use the LCD TV as the monitor of your computer.
Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls Inserting Remote Control Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover by pulling then lifting the knob on the cover. 2. Insert the batteries, corresponding to the (+) and (-) markings on the battery compartment. 3. Reattach the battery cover. CAUTION • Only use the specified AAA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in creaking or leakage, which may pose a risk of fire or lead to personal injury.
Using the TV Features POWER SOURCE 10 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Button 2 0~9, number buttons 3 2 9 Description Press the respective button to select a channel. After you input the channel numbers, press ENTER to direct to the channel immediately, or wait for 3 seconds to change automatically. Press this button to show Favorite List and select your favorite channels that have already been stored. j To preset favorite channels, set the Favorite option in the Channel menu (see page 16).
Using the TV Features POWER SOURCE 10 1 Button Description 11 RETURN Press to return to the previous channel. 1 2 3 12 EXIT Press to exit the OSD menu screen. 4 5 6 13 7 8 ▲▼◄►/ ENTER buttons 14 MENU 15 C.C 16 17 ▼ CH ▲ INFO Press these buttons to navigate the OSD menus. • ▲/▼ - move upward/downward to select menu options. • ◄/► - move to the right/left to select the main menu or adjust the settings. You can also use ► to enter the corresponding submenu.
Using the TV Features Operation Turning the TV On and Off POWER SOURCE Press on the remote control. You can also use the key on the front side of the panel. 1 2 3 j If there is no input signal within 10 minutes, TV will be turned off automatically. Initial Setup When first turning the TV on, there is no channel stored in the memory and the display shows “No Signal”. To scan for available channels: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. CHANNEL 2.
Using the TV Features Changing Channels 1. Using Channel Buttons Press ▼CH▲ to change channels, and the TV changes the available channels in sequence. C.C VOL CH GUIDE 2. Using Number Buttons (1) ATV The “-” has no function in ATV mode. Directly press the number buttons to select channels. (2) DTV 1 2 3 Use “-” to select the sub channel in DTV. 4 5 6 For example: Your sub channel number is 80-3. 7 8 Press 8 → press 0 → press “-” → press 3.
Using the TV Features Selecting the Input Source To select the TV or other external input sources connected to the TV: Source Select 1. Press SOURCE on the remote control. TV 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired input source. AV 3. To confirm the selection, press ENTER. YPbPr DVI HDMI PC USB Favorite Channel Setting To set your favorite channel into memory: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ◄ or ► to select CHANNEL menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu.
Using the TV Features Skipping Channel When the channel is skipped, it will not appear on the screen when you browse the channels with ▼CH▲ button. To skip a channel: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. CHANNEL 2. Press ◄ or ► to select CHANNEL menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu. Channel List 3. Press ▲ or ▼to select Channel Settings, then press ► to enter Channel Settings submenu. Signal Type Favorite List Channel Settings Air Execute Auto Channel Search DTV Signal 0% 4.
Using the TV Features Using the Parent Controls With PARENT CONTROL, you can block television and movie programming based on Movie and TV ratings. Password is required to access the PARENTAL CONTROL menu. The default is “0000”. To manage programs using the US Ratings system: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. PARENTAL CONTROL 2. Press ◄ or ► to select PARENTAL menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu. Lock Parental Control 3. Enter the password. Keypad Lock 4.
Using the TV Features TV Rating 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TV Rating, then press ► to enter its submenu. USA Movie Rating TV Rating MENU 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your desired TV ratings level and press ◄ or ► to select the desired content check box.
Using the TV Features English Rating 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select English Rating, then press ► to enter its submenu. CANADA English Rating French Rating MENU 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your desired Canadian English rating level.
Using the TV Features Blocking Unrated Movie or TV Programs To block the unrated movies or TV programs: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ◄ or ► to select PARENTAL menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu. 3. Enter the password. 4. Press ▲ or ▼to select V-CHIP, then press ► to enter V-CHIP submenu. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Block UnRated Show. V-CHIP 6. Press ENTER to block all movies/programs that are not rated.
Using the TV Features Blocking Selected Input Source To block the selected input source: 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ◄ or ► to select PARENTAL menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu. 3. Enter the password. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Source Lock, then press ENTER to enter its submenu. PARENTAL CONTROL Lock Parental Control V-CHIP Change Password Keypad Lock Source Lock System Lock MENU 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the input source that you want to block.
Using the TV Features Customizing PC Display Connect the PC and your TV using the VGA cable. See “Personal Computer” on page 10. 1. Press SOURCE to display the Source Select menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select PC, then press ENTER to confirm the setting. 3. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. 4. Press ◄ or ► to select PICTURE menu, then press ENTER to enter the menu. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select PC Settings, then press ENTER to enter its submenu.
Using the TV Features Using USB Function Your TV is equipped with a USB connector that enables you to view photos or listen to music stored on a USB storage device. j USB only supports JPEG and MP3 files. Multimedia support format Multimedia File Categories Extension Music *.mp3 Photo *.jpg Decoder Notes Sampling Frequency [KHz] : 32 / 44.
Using the TV Features 3. During the playback, do the following: • To pause the playback, press ◄ or ► to select icon, then press ENTER. Press ◄ or ► to select icon, then press ENTER to resume. icon, • To skip to previous song, press ◄ or ► to select then press ENTER. icon, • To skip to next song, press ◄ or ► to select then press ENTER. icon, then • To stop the playback, press ◄ or ► to select press ENTER. No Jacket Name Date Size : Music001.
Using the TV Features Adjusting On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings 1. Press MENU to display the OSD main menu. PICTURE SOUND CHANNEL PARENTAL SETUP OTHERS 2. Press ◄ or ► to select the main menu, then press ENTER to enter the selected menu. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the menu item, then press ◄ or ► to adjust or select the setting. When selecting a menu item with a submenu (► ►), press ► or ENTER to enter its submenu. (“► ►” will only appear when the menu item is highlighted) 4.
Using the TV Features ADVANCED PICTURE SETTINGS Dynamic Contrast MENU Off Film Mode Off Noise Reduction Medium MPEG Noise Reduction Medium :Return :Move Menu item Backlight Description Adjust the backlight that affects the overall brilliance of the picture (High / Medium / Low). Advanced Picture Settings Set additional picture settings: • Dynamic Contrast: Automatically enhance the image for greater picture details.
Using the TV Features Channel Menu (Only available on TV source) CHANNEL Channel List Favorite List Channel Settings Signal Type Air Execute Auto Channel Search DTV Signal MENU :Return 0% :Move ENTER :Go to Next Menu CHANNEL SETTINGS Channel Menu item Channel List Favorite List Channel Settings Page 1/7 Skip Favorite Signal Type Label Auto Channel Search DTV Signal A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 MENU :Return :Cursor ENTER :Add/Delete Description View the list of the available channels.
Using the TV Features Setup Menu SETUP Closed Caption Menu Language English Clock MENU OSD Transparency Off OSD Timer 20 S :Return :Move :Go to Next Menu ENTER CLOSED CAPTION Caption Display Off Analog Caption Type CC1 Digital Caption Type Service1 Digital CC Preset Default Digital CC Style MENU :Return :Move :On/Off CLOCK Time Zone Pacific Auto Clock Setup Time 01-01-2000 05:31:09 Am Day of Week Sat Daylight Saving Time Time Format MENU :Return :Move 12H :Change Setting
Using the TV Features Others Menu Menu item Blue Back OTHERS Blue Back No Signal Power Off No Operation Power Off Usage Monitor Audio Only Off TV ID 3 All Reset MENU :Return :Move Execute ENTER :On/Off Description Select to enable the blue background in case of no signal. No Signal Power Select to set the TV to automatically turn off in case Off of no signal for 10 minutes. No Operation Select to set the TV to automatically turn off if it is Power Off left idle for 10 minutes.
Other Information Troubleshooting Please contact ViewSonic service team directly if you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related on the use of your television. Contact ViewSonic Service Team at: http://www.ViewSonic.com Or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688 Canada 1-866-463-4775 Problem Possible Solution No power • Make sure the AC power cord is properly connected to the wall outlet.
Other Information Problem Possible Solution Remote control unit does not operate • Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. • Batteries could be weak or dead. Replace with new batteries. • Check if there is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor. • The path of the remote control beam may be blocked. Make sure the path is clear and that the remote control is aimed at the remote control sensor on the TV. on the remote control to see if you can turn on the TV.
Other Information Specifications Model LCD (LED Backlight) VT3255LED Screen Size 32-inch HD 60Hz Aspect Ratio 16:9 Television System ATSC / 64 & 256 QAM / NTSC-M Program Coverage VHF : 02~13 UHF : 14~69 DTV : 02-69 CATV : 01~125 CADTV : 01~135 Input signal Compatibility RGB 1 DVI, RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms) Separate Sync, fh: 31.47-63.98 kHz, fv:59.8-70.
Other Information RS232 Protocol 1. Introduction This document describes the hardware interface spec and software protocols of RS232 interface communication between Viewsonic Commercial Display and PC or other control unit with RS232 protocol. The protocol divide into three sections: • Set-Function • Get-Function • Remote control pass-through mode h In below document, “PC” will represents all the control units that can sent or receive the RS232 protocol command. 2. Description 2.
Other Information 3. Protocol 3.1 Set-Function Listing The PC can control the TV Monitor for specific actions. The Set-Function command allows you to control the TV behavior in a remote sit through the RS232 port. The Set-Function packet format consists of 9 bytes.
Other Information Example2: Set Brightness as 176 for TV-02 and this command is NOT valid.
Other Information Mute 8 s 6 36 Button lock 8 s 8 38 TV channel (DTV) 8 s < 3C TV channel (ATV) Menu lock 8 s = 3D 8 s > 3E Number 8 s @ 40 Key Pad 8 s A 41 Remote Control 8 s B 42 Setup wizard Restore default 8 s C 43 8 s ~ 7E 000: OFF 001: ON (mute) 000: Unlock 001: Lock For -0: 001~999 A00~F99 (1000~1599) For -k: 1st and 2nd char are same as -0 3th char is CHAR[ ASC(3th digi)+ k x 10 ] 001~999 It’s channel OSD number but not frequency number.
Other Information POWER Lock Remote control disable 1. Lock “POWER” key of front and RCU. 2. The SET_POWER on/off should be workable via RS232, but does not mean the POWER lock will be released under this case. 3. Can not be un-locked by reset in OSD setting 4. Will auto AC power-on in power-lock 5. Under power-lock, the set will not enter power saving when no PC signal and neither not turn off when no other video signals after 15min. Lock the keys on RCU, but keep the buttons of front panel workable. 2.
Other Information If the Command is Not valid, Command Type= “-” Name Length ID Byte Count Bytes order 1 Byte 1 2 Byte 2~3 Command Type 1 Byte 4 CR 1 Byte 5 Example1: Get Brightness from TV-05 and this command is valid. The Brightness value is 67.
Other Information Get-Mute 8 g g 67 Get-Input select 8 g j 6A Get-Power status: ON/STBY Get-Remote control 8 g l 6C 8 g n 6E Get-Power lock 8 g o 6F Get-Button lock 8 g p 70 Get-Menu lock 8 g q 71 Get-Setup wizard Get-ACK 8 g s 73 8 g z 7A 000: Off 001: On (muted) 000~ See Set-function table 001: ON 000: STBY 000: Disable Gets RCU mode status 001: Enable 002: Pass through 000: Unlock 001: Lock 000: Unlock 001: Lock 000: Unlock 001: Lock 000: Disable 001: Enable 0
Other Information 7 8 9 0 RECALL (LAST) ASPECT (ZOOM) VOLUME UP (+) VOLUME DOWN (-) MUTE CHANNEL/PAGE UP (+) CHANNEL/PAGE DOWN (-) POWER SOURCES (INPUTS) SLEEP MENU UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT OK (ENTER) EXIT 07 08 09 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 2A 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F [NOTE] 1. This IR-pass-through code is different with RCU key code 2. Special control sequence for POWER key under IR-pass through mode. 2-1.
Other Information Customer Support For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. Note: You will need the product serial number. Use with other Wall-Mount kit may cause instability and possibly result in injury. To find the perfect mount for VT3255LED, please browse www.viewsonic.com or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688, Canada 1-866-463-4775. Country/Region Website T = Telephone F = FAX Email United States www.viewsonic.
Other Information Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC LCD TV What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
Other Information Mexico Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC LCD TV What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
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