VIZIO user manual Model: E420-B1
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 Resetting the Color Temperature Settings........................ 23 Inspecting the Package Contents...................................... 3 Resetting the Picture Settings........................................... 24 Installing the TV.................................................................... 4 Adjusting the Audio Settings............................................... 25 Installing the TV Stand............
Resetting the Content Locks............................................. 38 Adjusting the CEC Settings............................................... 39 Turning the Power Indicator On or Off.............................. 39 Using the Reset & Admin Menu........................................... 40 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings..................... 40 Using the Guided Setup Menu......................................... 40 Using Guided Setup....................................................
1 Installing the TV Inspecting the Package Contents Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged.
1 Installing the TV 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: • On a flat surface, using the included stand • On a wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not included) Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the TV and keep it from falling over.
1 To install the base: 1. Align the neck piece with the bottom of the TV and slide the flange into the body of the TV as shown. 3. Align the base with the neck and tighten three (3) M4 12mm screws. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten two (2) M6 12mm screws into the holes as shown to secure the neck piece to the TV. 4. 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. E420-B1 Screw Size: Hole Pattern: Weight w/o Stand: M6 200mm (V) x 200mm (H) 22.05 lbs Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV.
2 Controls and Connections Rear Panel 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. HDMI - Connect an HDMI device. Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna. Optical Audio Out - Connect an optical/SPDIF audio device, such as a home audio receiver. Component/Composite - Connect a component or composite device.
2 Side Panel Power/Input - Press once to turn on the TV. Press once to access the Input menu. Press and hold to turn off the TV.
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 39.
2 Remote Control Input Change the currently-displayed input. Power Turn the TV on or off. A/V Controls Control USB media player. Info Display the info window. Closed Captions Open the closed caption menu. Menu Display the on-screen menu. Exit Close the on-screen menu. Arrow Navigate the on-screen menu. Ok Select the highlighted menu option. Guide Display the info window. Back Go to the previous on-screen menu. V Button Open the USB media player.
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 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 (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 RCA CABLE GOOD • 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 Your TV Without an HDMI ARC setup, your TV will transmit audio signals from the built-in tuner to your home audio receiver through a separate audio connection. 3.5mm (Audio) HDMI HDMI Your Home Audio Receiver Your Home Audio Receiver HDMI HDMI Your Blu-Ray Player Your Blu-Ray Player 17 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. 4. Use the OK and Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight your time zone and press OK. Before you begin the first-time setup: 5. Use the OK and Arrow buttons on the remote to set whether daylight saving time applies in your locale. • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should be connected to an electrical outlet.
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. From this menu, you can: • Adjust the Picture settings • Adjust the Audio settings • Activate the Sleep Timer Picture • Adjust the Tuner settings Audio • Set up Closed Captioning • Name the TV Inputs • Adjust TV Settings • Access the Guided Setup 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 Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings buttons to adjust the horizontal position of the displayed picture. Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons to adjust the vertical position of the displayed picture. Press the OK button when you are finished. To adjust the advanced picture settings: 1. From the Picture menu, use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Advanced Picture, then press OK. The Advanced Picture menu is displayed. 2.
5 Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the color temperature will change the white balance of the picture. To adjust the color temperature: 1. From the Picture Menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight More, and then press OK. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Color Temperature, then press OK. The Color Temperature menu is displayed. 3.
5 Resetting the Picture Settings To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings: Reseting the picture mode only affects the settings for the currently-selected input, such as antenna or HDMI-1. 1. From the ADVANCED Picture menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Reset Picture Mode, then press OK. 2. The TV displays, “Select Reset to restore factory default picture settings.” Highlight Reset and press OK. 3. Press the EXIT button on the remote.
5 Adjusting the Audio Settings the left and right speakers. • Lip Sync - Adjusts the synchronization between the display image and the accompanying audio track. 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 Changing the Equalizer Settings Resetting the Audio Settings The graphic equalizer has several pre-set modes and allows you to create one custom mode. To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: 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 the Tuner Selecting a Tuner Input You can use the TV’s Tuner menu to: 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.
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 Search and Add Analog Channel options. 1. From the Tuner menu, highlight Add Analog Channel and press OK. The Add Analog Channel menu is displayed. To add a range of new channels: 2. Highlight Enter Channel # and use the Number Pad on the remote to enter the number of the channel you are adding. 1.
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 Changing the Analog 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. 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 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. • Window Opacity - Change the opacity of the closed captioning box • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip of background appears behind the text, expanding as the text appears. This is the typical "As Broadcast" mode.
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 view a summary of the TV settings: Using the system menu, you can: • View system information • Change the on-screen menu language • 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. VIZIO SYSTEM 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight System Wide Zoom Normal Panoramic and press OK. The System 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 GUIDE 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.
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 Using the Guided Setup Menu You can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to restore the TV to its factory default settings. Using Guided Setup Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings To use guided setup: All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
5 Using the Info Window The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the GUIDE button on the remote: • Press the GUIDE button one time to display channel, input, and display information. • Press the 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 your USB media: 1. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV. 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 Source Displays the connected USB device. VIZIO Photo root Start Fullscreen Slideshow View Thumbnails or Folders Adjust Slideshow Settings Current Folder Displays the folder path. VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root USB1: Current Folder Sort by Name or Date Back Button Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Folder Contents This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder.
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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 cable TV, satellite, or an antenna connected directly to the TV, scan for channels. See Scanning for Channels on page 28. 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 E420-B1 Screen Size: 42" Class Viewable Area: 42.02" Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 37.71" x 23.80" x 7.66" 37.71" x 22.15" x 2.48" Weight w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 24.25 lbs 22.05 lbs TV Type: D-LED Refresh Rate: 60 Hz Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (1080p) Pixel Pitch: .4845 mm (H) x .4845 mm (V) Response Time: 6.
B E420-B1 Remote Control Model: XRT010 Certifications: UL, FCC Class B, HDMI (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital Compliance: Energy Star 6.0 Voltage Range: 120V @ 60 Hz Power Consumption: 54.
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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