VIZIO USER MANUAL Model: D390-B0
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. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Welcome THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your TV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock. • This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. • Do not use your TV 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 your TV yourself.
TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTION If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
Table of Contents Installing the TV..................................................3 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings..................................22 Inspecting the Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Renaming the Custom Picture Mode..............................24 Installing the TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Creating a Custom Picture Mode...................................25 Installing the TV Stand..............................
Setting the Time Zone......................................................39 Adjusting the CEC Settings..............................................40 Turning the Power Indicator On or Off.............................40 Using the Reset & Admin Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings....................41 Using the Guided Setup Menu........................................42 Using Guided Setup.........................................................
1 Installing the TV INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS INSTALLING THE TV Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged. After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package contents you can begin installing the TV.
1 To install the base: 2. Align the base with the neck and tighten the three (3) included M4 10mm Phillips screws using a Phillips screwdriver as shown. 1. Place the TV screen-down on a certain, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface, such as a blanket. 3. Move the TV with attached stand into an upright position and place on a flat, level, and stable surface. 4.
1 Installing the TV on a Wall To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV model: Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. D390-B0 Screw Size: Hole Pattern: Weight w/o Stand: M4 100mm (V) x 100mm (H) 12.32 lbs Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV.
2 Controls and Connections REAR PANEL USB: Connect USB thumb drive to play photos. HDMI: Connect HDMI device. Optical Audio Out: Connect optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver. Stereo Audio Out: Connect RCA audio device, such as sound bar. Coaxial: Connect coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna. Component/Composite: Connect component or composite device. HDMI: Connect HDMI device.
2 SIDE PANEL POWER - Press once to turn on the TV. Press and hold to turn off the TV. INPUT - Press to change input source.
2 FRONT PANEL REMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. The power indicator flashes on when the TV turns on, then goes out after several seconds. To keep the power indicator on as long as the TV is on, see Turning the Power Indicator On or Off on page 40.
2 REMOTE CONTROL INPUT Change the currently-displayed input. EXIT Close the on-screen menu. POWER Turn TV on or off. INPUT OK Select the highlighted menu option. BACK Go to the previous on-screen menu. VOLUME UP/DOWN Increase or decrease loudness of the audio. MUTE Turn the audio off or on. NUMBER PAD Manually enter a channel. WIDE Switch the display mode. MENU EXIT ARROW Navigate the on-screen menu. OK BACK MENU Display the on-screen menu.
2 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.
3 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. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. Set the TV’s input to match the connection you used (HDMI, Component, etc.).
3 CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO AND VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE COAXIAL CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional way of connecting your devices to your TV. Video signals are sent over the yellow connector while audio is sent over the red and white connectors. Coaxial cables are the traditional way of connectiong antennas and cable television signals to your TV. Coaxial cables carry both audio and video signals through a single connector.
3 COMPONENT CABLE HDMI CABLE Component cables are designed to carry high definition video signals along with additional audio connections. Colors are delivered with color information split up three different ways over three connectors for video (separated into Red, Blue and Green signals) and the left and right audio connectors (Red and White). HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use.
3 CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE Your TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver or sound bar. 1. Verify that your device has an audio port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, RCA, etc.). Home Audio Receiver 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 BEST • CEC 2-WAY COMMUNICATION • 2.0-5.
3 CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPES RCA CABLE OPTICAL/SPDIF CABLE HDMI CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional way of connecting your devices to your audio device. Audio signals are sent over the red and white connectors. Optical/SPDIF cables transmit audio signals as pulses of light through a cable made of plastic fibers. Audio signals are digitally transmitted between devices.
3 CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - ARC Without HDMI ARC With HDMI ARC Built-in Tuner Built-in Tuner Your TV Without an HDMI ARC setup, your TV will transmit audio signal from the built-in tuner to your home audio receiver through a seperate audio connection. RCA (Audio) Your TV HDMI HDMI Your Home Audio Receiver Your Home Audio Receiver HDMI HDMI Your Blu-Ray Player Your Blu-Ray Player 16 With an HDMI ARC setup, the audio connection between your TV and Home Audio Receiver can be removed.
4 Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Before you begin the first-time setup: • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should be connected to an electrical outlet. • Your devices should be connected. • If you have a wireless network, have the wireless password ready.
5 Using the On-Screen Menu NAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENU Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. You can also open the on-screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then pressing OK. VIZIO From this menu, you can: TV SETTINGS • Adjust the Picture settings • Adjust the Audio settings • Activate the Sleep Timer Picture To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote.
5 CHANGING THE INPUT SOURCE CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO External devices such as DVD players, Blu-ray Players, and video game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these devices with your TV, you must first change the input source in the on-screen menu. The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Stretch, Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom. Each mode displays the picture differently. To change the screen aspect ratio: To change the input device: 1.
5 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. To adjust the picture settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Picture and press OK. The PICTURE menu is displayed. 3.
5 Resetting the Color Temperature Settings • Black Detail - Adjusts the average brightness of the picture to compensate for large areas of brightness. Select Off, Low, Medium, or High. To reset all of the picture settings to the factory default settings: 1. From the Picture menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight More, and then press OK. • Backlight Control - Dynamically improves the contrast ratio of the picture by adjusting the backlight. The adjustment is controlled by the content on the screen.
5 Adjusting the Professional Picture Settings You can manage custom picture modes and adjust professional picture settings such as HSB, RGB offset, RGB gain, and 11 Point white balance. To adjust the color tuner settings: To adjust the professional picture settings: 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Professional Picture, and then press OK. The PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu is displayed. 2.
5 To adjust the 11 Point White Balance settings: To enable/disable the SMPTE Test Pattern: 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow buttons until the 11 Point White Balance menu is displayed. 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow buttons until the SMPTE Test Pattern menu is displayed.
5 To enable/disable the Ramp Test Pattern: Renaming the Custom Picture Mode 1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow buttons until the Ramp Test Pattern menu is displayed. You can rename the custom picture mode from the PICTURE menu. To rename the custom picture mode: 1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Rename Picture Mode, and then press OK. The RENAME PICTURE MODE menu is displayed.
5 Creating a Custom Picture Mode Locking a Custom Picture Mode You can create a custom picture mode. You can lock the custom picture mode with a unique passcode to prevent any changes. To create a custom picture mode: 1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Create Picture Mode, and then press OK. The CREATE PICTURE MODE menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons to enter a name for your custom picture mode using the on-screen keyboard. 3. Highlight Save and press OK.
5 Deleting a Custom Picture Mode You can delete a custom picture mode. Inputs assigned to the deleted custom will be assigned to the Calibrated picture mode. To lock a custom picture mode: 1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Delete Picture Mode, and then press OK. The DELETE PICTURE MODE window is displayed. To delete the user created [your picture mode] picture mode, select the Delete button. Delete Cancel 2.
5 ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS • Digital Audio Out - Changes the type of processing for the Optical and HDMI ARC output when connected to a home theater audio system. Select PCM or Bitstream. To adjust the audio settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Audio and press OK. The AUDIO menu is displayed. 3.
5 ACTIVATING THE SLEEP TIMER Resetting the Audio Settings To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Audio and press OK. The Audio menu is displayed. When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time. To use the sleep timer: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 3.
5 Setting the Auto Power Off Feature SETTING UP THE TUNER To help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes if no signal is being displayed on the screen. This feature can be deactivated. You can use the TV’s Tuner menu to: To set the Auto Power Off feature: 1. From the SLEEP TIMER menu, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Auto Power Off. 2. Use the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote to change whether the TV will turn off.
5 Selecting a Tuner Input Adding New Channels Select the type of tuner input you will be using.You can select either Antenna (Over-the-air) or Cable (Out-of-the-wall) connections. Occasionally, you may need to add a new range of channels or add a new analog channel. You can do this by using the Partial Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options. 1. From the Tuner menu, highlight Tuner Mode and press OK. The Tuner Mode menu displays. To add a range of new channels: 2.
5 Skipping Channels To add a single new analog channel: 1. From the Tuner menu, highlight Add Analog Channel and press OK. The ADD ANALOG CHANNEL menu is displayed. After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some channels you do not want to view. You can remove these Wide Zoom channels from Normal the TV’sPanoramic memory with the Skip Channel feature. VIZIO ADD ANALOG CHANNEL Enter Channel # Add Channel 2.
5 Changing the Audio Language Some digital free-to-air, cable, and satellite channels broadcast programs in more than one language. The Analog Audio and Digital Language features allow you to listen to audio from Secondary Audio Programming (SAP). SAP allows you to listen to broadcasts in multiple languages. • Analog Audio works with analog channels. • Digital Language works with digital channels. To use the Digital Language feature: 1. From the Tuner menu, highlight Digital Language and press OK.
5 SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONING Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue. Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference. See the diagram on the next page for an explanation of the parts of the closed caption area.
5 • Background Color - Change the color of the background directly behind the text. Typical choices include: • Background Opacity - Change the transparency of the background directly behind the text. • Window Color - Change the color of the closed captioning box. 4. When you are satisfied with the appearance of the closed captions, press the EXIT button on the remote. • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip of background appears behind the text, expanding as the text appears.
5 RENAMING DEVICES ON THE INPUT MENU Inputs can be renamed to make them easier to recognize on the Input menu (see Changing the Input Source on page 20). For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player.” To change the name of an input: Input Port VIZIO 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Devices and press OK. The DEVICES menu is displayed.
5 CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Viewing System Information To display a summary of the TV settings: Using the settings menu, you can: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
5 Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Setting the Time Zone Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the TV’s time zone: To change the on-screen menu language: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System and press OK. The SYSTEM menu is displayed. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
5 Using the Parental Controls Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs without a password. To manage program content according to its rating, you must enable the Program Rating feature.
5 Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences. You may not want to block the channel completely using a channel lock, but you may wish to block certain programs from being viewed. When this is the case, you can use the TV’s Rating Block feature to block content based on its rating. For a list of content ratings and their definitions, visit www.tvguidelines.org.
5 Adjusting the CEC Settings Turning the Power Indicator On or Off The CEC function on your TV enables you to control HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming. The Power Indicator on the front of your TV normally does not glow when the TV is on. You can change this setting if you prefer the light to be on. To turn the Power Indicator Light on or off: Not all HDMI devices support CEC. See your device’s user manual for details. 1.
5 USING THE RESET & ADMIN MENU Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings You can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to: All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults.
5 USING THE GUIDED SETUP MENU Using Guided Setup The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or to connect the TV with your network. To use guided setup: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Highlight Guided Setup and press OK. VIZIO GUIDED SETUP Tuner Setup 3. Highlight the guided setup you want to use and press OK: Wide Zoom Normal Exit 2D 3D • Tuner Setup - Set up the TV tuner. ABC 4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5 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.
6 Using the USB Media Player USING THE USB MEDIA PLAYER Playing USB Media The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and view photos. To play USB media, you must first save your images onto a USB thumb drive. Remember: • The USB thumb drive must be formatted as FAT32. • Files on the USB thumb drive must end in a supported file extension (.jpg). To play your USB media: 1. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV. 2.
6 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. To change source, highlight it and press OK. Back Button Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Current Folder Displays the folder path. VIZIO Photo Folder Contents This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder. You can browse between files using the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote.
Troubleshooting & Technical Support A 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 • Technical Problems • And More Phone: (877) 878-4946 (TOLL-FREE) Email: techsupport@VIZIO.com Web: www.VIZIO.
A There is no sound. • Press Volume Up on the remote control. The TV displays “No Signal.” • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source. • If you are using cable TV, satellite, or antenna connected directly to the TV, scan for channels. See Scanning for Channels on page 30. There is no power. • Ensure the TV is plugged into a working electrical outlet. • Ensure the power cable is securely attached to the TV.
A I see “noise” or static on the screen. • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted (improved) to match your TV’s display capabilities. This up-converting can sometimes cause irregularities in the image. The image quality is not good. • For the best image quality, view high-definition programs using digital sources. Connect your devices with HDMI cables. • If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
B Specifications D390-B0 Screen Size: 39" Class Viewable Area: 38.50" Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 34.64" x 22.04" x 7.46" 34.64" x 20.34" x 2.48" Weight w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 13.12 lbs 12.32 lbs TV Type: DLED Refresh Rate: 60 Hz Maximum Resolution: 1366 x 768 (720p) Pixel Pitch: .625 mm x .625 mm Response Time: 6.
B D390-B0 OSD Language: English, Español, Français Remote Control Model: XRT020 Certifications: CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B, HDMI 1.4a (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital Compliance: Energy Star 6.
C Limited Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. If a Product covered by this warranty is determined to be defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product at its sole option and discretion.
D 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.
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