EDGE LIT RAZOR LED™ LCD HDTV E370VP / E420VP - user manual
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. ® SRS StudioSound HD is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. StudioSound HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Welcome Thank You for Choosing VIZIO My Product Information And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure there are no missing or damaged parts. Product Registration To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO product, visit our website at www.VIZIO.
E370VP / E420VP Important Safety Instructions to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped. 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.
E370VP / E420VP • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. • The wall socket should be installed near your TV and easily accessible. • Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your TV. Any other voltage than the specified voltage 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.
E370VP / E420VP Television Antenna Connection Protection DTV Transition Advisory 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. The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was complete on June 12, 2009.
Table of Contents Installing the TV........................................................................ 1 Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings............................................... 17 Inspecting the Package Contents............................................................ 1 Resetting the Audio Settings................................................................ 17 Installing the TV........................................................................................
E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the Photo Viewer Settings........................................................ 28 Troubleshooting & Technical Support........................................ 30 The TV displays “No Signal.”................................................................ 30 There is no power.................................................................................. 30 The power is on, but there is no image on the screen.......................... 30 There is no sound...................
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. Your TV can be installed in two ways: When you have completed your inspection, install the TV.
1 E370VP / E420VP 3. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, attach the base to the TV by inserting and tightening the included screws. Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV. After you have determined that you have the correct mount for your TV, you can begin the installation. To install your TV on a wall: 1. Disconnect any cables connected to your TV. 4. Attach the plastic cover. 5.
2 Controls and Connections Rear Panel Inputs PC Audio In: Connect 3.5mm connector from computer. RGB PC: Connect RGB cable from computer. Component: Connect component video/audio device. USB Composite AV: (Shared with Component) Connect composite video/ audio device. Use the ports labeled Y/V, L, and R. Cable/Antenna: Connect RF/Coaxial connector from cable, antenna, or satellite box. Optical Audio Out: Connect SPDIF/Optical audio cable.
2 E370VP / E420VP Rear Panel Buttons Front Panel Power Menu Channel Up Channel Down Volume Up Volume Down Remote Control Sensor Input Front Panel Rear Panel Buttons Power: Turn the TV on or off. Menu: Display on-screen menu. Channel Up/Down: Change the channel. Volume Up/Down: Increase or decrease the loudness of the TVs audio. Input: Change the input device. 4 Remote Control Sensor: When using the remote, point it directly at this sensor.
2 E370VP / E420VP Remote Control Power/Standby: Turn the TV on or off. Input: Change the input device. A/V Controls: Control external device (CEC-enabled devices only). Info: Display the Info Window. CC: Open the Closed Captioning menu. Input Menu: Display the on-screen menu. Power/Standby A/V Controls Info Arrow: Navigate the on-screen menu and episode guide. Exit OK Menu Guide: Display the episode guide (digital channels only). Back Guide CC Arrow Mute OK: Select highlighted menu option.
2 E370VP / E420VP Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AAA 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. • Use only good quality batteries. • Inserting the batteries incorrectly may result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire or result in injury.
3 Connecting Your Devices Connecting Your Devices Your HDTV can be easily connected to an external device: • DVD or Blu-Ray player • Video game console • Cable box • External antenna • Or other device Once you have determined the best available connection type on both your device and the TV, ensure you have the corresponding cable. To connect a device to the TV: 1. Ensure both the TV and your device are off. 2. Connect the device and the TV. Use the best available connection.
3 E370VP / E420VP Select one of the connection types. Use the cable(s) shown to connect the TV to your device.
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. See Installing the TV on page 1. • Your devices should be connected. See Connecting Your Devices on page 7. To complete the first-time setup: 1. Press the Power/Standby button on the remote.
5 Using 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.
5 E370VP / E420VP Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in five different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, Panoramic, and Stretch. Each mode displays content according to the content’s original format. Original Content Format 480p/480i (4:3) 720p (16:9) Use the table below to determine the best aspect ratio for your content type. Areas in red will not be visible on your TV screen.
5 E370VP / E420VP Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in four different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, and Panoramic. Each mode displays the picture differently. To change the screen aspect ratio: Setting Up Closed Captioning Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue. If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast with closed captions, the TV will not display them. 1.
5 E370VP / E420VP Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Activating the Sleep Timer Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference. To change the appearance of digital closed captions: 1. From the Closed Caption menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital CC Style. 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. 2.
5 E370VP / E420VP 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 Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Picture and press OK. The Picture Settings menu is displayed. 3.
5 E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings Adjusting the Color Temperature To adjust the advanced picture settings: Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture. 1. From the Picture Settings menu, use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight More, then press OK. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Advanced Picture, then press OK. The Advanced Picture menu is displayed. 3.
5 E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Adjusting the Audio Settings When displaying an image from the HDMI or RGB input, the size and position of the display image can be adjusted. To adjust the audio settings: To adjust the picture size and position: 1. Ensure the input is set to HDMI or RGB. 2. From the Picture Settings menu, use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight More, then press OK. 3. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Size & Position, then press OK.
5 E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings Resetting the Audio Settings To adjust the advanced audio settings: To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: 1. From the Audio Settings Menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Advanced Audio, then press OK. The Advanced Audio menu is displayed. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.
5 E370VP / E420VP Changing the TV Settings Using the TV settings menu, you can: • Set up the TV tuner • Name the TV inputs • Set up parental controls • Change the on-screen menu language • Set the time • Adjust the CEC settings Setting the Tuner Mode If you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such as an external antenna or cable TV connection, you must set the tuner mode. This setting is only available when viewing the TV input. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote.
5 E370VP / E420VP Adding New Channels Skipping Channels Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or add a new range of channels. You can do this by using the Partial Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options. 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.
5 E370VP / E420VP Changing the Audio Language Using the Parental Controls Some digital free-to-air and cable channels broadcast programs in more than one language. The TV’s MTS (Multichannel Television Sound) feature allows you to listen to audio in your preferred language. The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs without a password. Not all programs are broadcast in multiple languages.
5 E370VP / E420VP Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating To manage program content according to its rating, you must enable the Program Rating feature. To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences.
5 E370VP / E420VP Changing the Parental Control Passcode Changing the Names of the Inputs If you use the parental controls, you should change the passcode to prevent children from accessing inappropriate material. To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs. For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the Component input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player”. 1.
5 E370VP / E420VP 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 the Settings icon and press OK. The Settings menu is displayed. 3.
5 E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the CEC Settings Using the Help Menu The CEC function on your TV enables you to control HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming. You can use the TV’s Help menu to: Not all HDMI devices support CEC. See your device’s user manual for details. To enable, disable, or adjust CEC settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.
5 E370VP / E420VP Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings Using Guided Setup All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or to connect the TV with your network. If you restore the TV to the factory default settings, all changes you have made to the settings will be lost! To access guided setup: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
5 E370VP / E420VP Using the Digital Episode Guide Using the Info Window The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO button on the remote: Your TV features an on-screen digital episode guide. This guide displays program information broadcast by over-the-air digital television stations as well as the current time and date. To use the digital episode guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote. While viewing the digital episode guide, use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to change the channel.
6 Using the USB Photo Viewer The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and view photos. Viewing Photos To view USB photos on the TV, you must first save your images onto a USB thumb drive. Remember: • The USB thumb drive must be formatted as FAT32. • Photos must be saved to the thumb drive in .jpg format. • The player is not designed to play media from external hard drives or mp3 players. To play your USB media: 1.
6 E370VP / E420VP Adjusting the Photo Viewer Settings The photo viewer can be adjusted according to your preferences. To adjust the photo viewer settings: 1. While the photo viewer is on screen, press the MENU button. The settings menu is displayed. 2. Highlight the menu setting you wish to adjust and press OK. • Slideshow Mode - Determines the order in which your photos are displayed during the slideshow. Select Single, Shuffle, or Sequence.
6 E370VP / E420VP Selected Photo The currently selected photo is highlighted by a blue frame. Current File Displays the currently selected photo file name. Counter Displays the currently selected photo number. (ex. Number 1 of 12.) Shortcut Reminders Use these remote buttons to navigate the Photo Viewer.
A Troubleshooting & Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than due to a defect. If you are experiencing a problem when using your TV, try to fix the issue using this troubleshooting guide. If, after using this troubleshooting guide, you are still experiencing an issue with your TV, contact VIZIO’s Support Department. Quality customer support and service are integral parts of VIZIO’s commitment to service excellence.
A E370VP / E420VP The picture is distorted. • Nearby electrical devices may be interfering with the TV. Separate the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or flourescent lights. • Ensure all cables are securely attached. When I change input source, the display image changes size. • The TV remembers the viewing mode on each input source. If the viewing mode on the new input source differs from the one on the input source you switch from, the difference may be noticable.
B Specifications E370VP E420VP 37” Class 42” Class 37.00” 42.02” 35.13” x 24.54” x 8.33” 35.13” x 22.50” x 1.93” 39.53” x 27.00” x 8.60” 39.53” x 24.98” x 1.93” 21.40 lbs 20.10 lbs 26.24 lbs 24.03 lbs Edge Lit LED Edge Lit LED 60 Hz 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 0.4268 x 0.4268 0.4845 x 0.
B E370VP / E420VP E370VP E420VP SRS StudioSound HD SRS StudioSound HD SRS TruVolume SRS TruVolume Yes Yes CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B Energy Star, ATSC A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B Energy Star, ATSC A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A 100~240 VAC @ 50/60Hz 100~240 VAC @ 50/60Hz 63.2W (Average) 131W (Maximum) 63.
C 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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