VIZIO USER MANUAL Model D43-C1
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on the purchase of 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.
Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock. • 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. • Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your TV is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair.
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 Calibration Settings............................. 25 Inspecting the Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings...................................... 26 Installing the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Adjusting the Audio Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting the Content Locks................................................. 42 Adjusting the Wide Mode (Aspect Ratio)............................. 43 Controlling Other Devices with CEC..................................... 44 Turning the Power Indicator On or Off................................ 45 Using the Reset & Admin Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings...................... 45 Using the Guided Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 Installing the Stand It is recommended that two people take part in the stand installation. Remove any plastic wrapping from the TV and the stand. Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface such as a blanket and avoid any sharp edges.
1 Insert the left and right stands into the base of the TV. Insert two (2) M4 28 mm Phillips screws (included) into the back of the TV and tighten them using a Phillips screwdriver, to secure each stand to the TV. When you are finished, place the TV on a stable, level surface.
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. D43-C1 Screw Size: Hole Pattern: Weight w/o Stand: M6 (not included) 200 mm (V) x 200 mm (H) 19.40 lbs WALL MOUNT SCREW LOCATIONS Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV.
2 Controls and Connections USB - Connect a USB thumb drive to display photos. HDMI - Connect an HDMI device. Stereo Audio Out - Connect an RCA audio device, such as sound bar. Optical Audio Out - Connect an optical/SPDIF audio device, such as a home audio receiver or sound bar. Coaxial - Connect a coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna. Component/Composite - Connect a component or composite device. HDMI - Connect an HDMI device.
2 Power - Press once to turn on the TV. Press and hold to turn off the TV Input - Press once to access the INPUT menu.
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 45.
2 USING THE REMOTE INPUT Change the currently-displayed input. A/V CONTROLS Control USB media player. POWER Turn the TV on or off. INFO Display the info window. CLOSED CAPTIONS Open the closed caption menu. MENU Display the on-screen menu. ARROW Navigate the on-screen menu. GUIDE Display the info window. Exit Close the on-screen menu. 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.
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-1, HDMI-2, 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 connecting 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 (optical, 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. VIZIO Sound Bar 4. Turn the TV and your device on. RCA CABLE GOOD • ANALOG STEREO CONNECTION • 2.
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 signals from the built-in tuner and VIA apps to your home audio receiver through a separate audio connection.
Completing the First-Time Setup 4. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight your TV source and press OK. 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.
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. 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 using the Input 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 source: 1.
5 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS brighter, more vivid picture. Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. When changes are made while a preset picture mode is selected, an asterisk appears after the name of the picture mode. These settings can be saved as a new custom picture mode and the preset mode can be reset to its default settings. (see Creating a Custom Picture Mode on page 23).
5 Adjusting the More Picture Settings • Reduce Signal Noise - Reduces background picture noise when viewing analog sources. The function helps to correct "speckle" noise with a slight reduction in sharpness.Select Off, Low, Medium, or High. • Reduce Block Noise - Reduces pixelation and distortion for mpeg files. Select Off, Low, Medium, or High. Zoom Normal Panoramic To adjust the More Picture settings: 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight More Picture, and then press OK.
5 Adjusting the Picture Mode Edit Settings Creating a Custom Picture Mode To adjust the Picture Mode Edit settings: Custom picture modes allow you to save a group of custom settings for various viewing conditions and video sources. 1. From the PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Picture Mode Edit, and then press the OK button. The PICTURE MODE EDIT menu is displayed.
5 Locking and Unlocking the Custom Picture Modes Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Custom picture modes can be locked with a unique PIN to prevent accidental changes to their settings. 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 lock all custom picture modes: 1.
5 Adjusting the Color Calibration Settings • Color Calibration Settings allow you to make precise adjustments to the picture and to create picture modes to save groups of picture settings. The Color Tuner, 11 Point White Balance, and test patterns allow technicians to manually calibrate the TV. Calibration requires specialized training, an input with precisely set colors, and a specialized light meter. Reset Color Tuner - Resets the color tuner settings for the current color temperature mode.
5 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings The Color Tuner settings allow you to adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness (HSB) color and 11 point white balance, turn color channels off for testing, and display color bar, flat, and ramp test patterns. To turn color channels off and on: To adjust the HSB color settings: 2. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the OK button. The Color Tuner menu is displayed .. 1.
5 To adjust the 11 Point White Balance settings: To show or hide the Color Bar 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. Ensure that you are on an input that is displaying active content. 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 show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: To show or hide the Ramp Test Pattern: 1. Ensure that you are on an input that is displaying active content. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow buttons until the Flat Test Pattern menu is displayed. 1. Ensure that you are on an input that is displaying active content.
5 ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS • Balance - Adjusts the loudness of the audio output from the left and right speakers. To adjust the audio settings: • Lip Sync - Adjusts the synchronization between the display image and the accompanying audio track. • Digital Audio Out - Changes the type of processing for HDMI ARC or optical output when connected to a home Zoom Normal Panoramic theater audio system. Select PCM or Bitstream. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.
5 Changing the Equalizer Settings Deleting the Custom Audio Mode The graphic equalizer has several pre-set modes and allows you to create one custom mode. To delete the custom audio mode that has been created: To select a pre-set audio mode: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 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. 2.
5 SETTING TIMERS Setting the Auto Power Off Feature This TV has several timers to save energy and to turn off when you go to sleep. To help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes without a video or audio signal. This feature can be deactivated. Setting the Sleep Timer To set the Auto Power Off feature: When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time. 1.
5 SETTING UP CHANNELS Selecting a Channel Source 1. On the remote control, press Input and use the Arrow button to highlight TV (antenna icon), then press OK.
5 Adding New Channels To add a single new analog channel: 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 Scan and Add Analog Channel options. This is quicker than scanning all possible channels. 1. From the CHANNELS menu, highlight Add Analog Channel and press OK. The ADD ANALOG CHANNEL menu is displayed. To add a range of new channels: 2.
5 Skipping Channels 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 channels from the TV’s memory with the Skip Channel feature. Channels that have been removed with the Skip Channel feature can still be viewed if the channel is entered using the Number Pad. If you wish to completely block a channel from being viewed, use the parental controls.
5 LISTENING TO ALTERNATE AUDIO Changing the Digital Audio Language Some digital over-the-air (free), cable, and satellite channels broadcast programs in more than one language. The TV’s Digital Audio feature allows you to listen to audio in alternate languages. Changing the Analog Audio Language Some analog over-the-air (free) and cable channels broadcast programs in more than one language.
5 SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONING Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions 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. Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue.
5 • Text Edges Color - Change the color of the text edge effects. • Background Color - Change the color of the background directly behind the text. • Background Opacity - Change the transparency of the background directly behind the text. • Window Color - Change the color of the closed captioning box. • Window Opacity - Change the transparency of the closed captioning box.
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.” Input Port To change the name of an input: VIZIO 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. NAME INPUT HDMI-1 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Devices and press the OK button.
5 CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Viewing System Information To view a summary of the TV settings: Using the System menu, you can: View system information • Change the on-screen menu language System Information • Set the time zone and local settings Time & Local Settings • SYSTEM Menu Language Wide • Change the Wide settings CEC • Adjust the California Energy Commission (CEC) settings Reset & Admin Adjust when the power indicator is illuminated • Reset the TV settings and set up administrative
5 Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Setting the Time and Local Settings Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. When your TV signal come from an antenna, your TV receives time information as part of the broadcast signal. The time is displayed as part of the information when you press the INFO button. However, you need to set your time zone and Daylight Saving Time state to ensure that the correct time is displayed. To change the on-screen menu language: 1.
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 Changing the Parental Control Passcode 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. If you use the parental controls, you should change the passcode to prevent children from accessing inappropriate material.
5 Adjusting the Wide Mode (Aspect Ratio) • Wide stretches a 4:3 aspect ratio picture to the edges of the screen. Since the picture is being stretched, the display image may appear distorted. If the program is already formatted for widescreen viewing (1.85:1 or 2.35:1), then black bars will appear on the top and bottom of the display image. • Zoom expands images with black bars to fit the screen. The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Stretch, Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom.
5 Controlling Other Devices with CEC To begin device discovery: The CEC function on your TV enables you to control devices connected to the HDMI (ARC) input with the included remote, without any programming. Using CEC, your VIZIO TV remote can control: • Power on/off • Volume • Mute Your TV begins looking for CEC devices connected to all of its HDMI inputs. When discovery is complete: Not all HDMI devices support CEC. See your device’s user manual for details.
5 USING THE RESET & ADMIN MENU Turning the Power Indicator On or Off 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. Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory default settings. To turn the Power Indicator Light on or off: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
5 USING THE GUIDED SETUP MENU The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up channels on the TV. 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. The GUIDED SETUP menu is displayed. VIZIO GUIDED SETUP Channel Setup 3. Highlight Channel Setup and press OK: Wide Zoom Normal Exit 2D 3D ABC 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. When finished, press the BACK button to change additional settings or EXIT.
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 To play your USB media: The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and view photos. 1. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV. USB PORT 2. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight Yes and press the OK. If the dialog box disappears, press the V button on the remote to go the next step. 3. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight your USB device in the list and press OK. 4.
6 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. Back Button Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Current Folder Displays the folder path. VIZIO Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root USB1: Current Folder root Start Fullscreen Slideshow A.jpg B.jpg C.jpg D.jpg E.jpg F.jpg H.jpg I.
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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 an antenna or cable TV connected directly to the TV, scan for channels. See Finding Channels on page 32. 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 The TV has pixels (dots) that are always dark or always lit. • Your HDTV is precision-manufactured using an extremely high level of technology. However, sometimes pixels may not display correctly. These types of occurrences are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product. The buttons on the remote aren’t working. • The Red and Yellow hot key buttons below the V button do not operate with this model. • Ensure you are only pressing one button at a time.
B Specifications D43-C1 Screen Size: 43" Class Viewable Area: 42.5" Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 37.99" x 24.53" x 8.27" 37.99" x 22.36" x 2.52" Weight w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 19.84 lbs 19.40 lbs TV Type: Refresh Rate: Direct LED 60 Hz (120 Hz Effective Refresh Rate) Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) Pixel Pitch: 0.490 mm (H) x 0.
B D43-C1 Remote Control Model: Certifications: XRT010 UL, cUL, NOM, BETS-7/ICES-003 Class B, HDMI (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital Compliance: Energy Star 6.1 COUNEE NRCan NOM-032 Voltage Range: 120 V @ 60 Hz Power-On Consumption: 46 W Standby Power Consumption: < 0.
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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