LCD HDTV WITH VIZIO INTERNET APPS™ E472VL / E552VL 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.
E472VL / E552VL Important Safety Instructions to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped. Your DTV 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.
E472VL / E552VL • 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.
E472VL / E552VL 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 Resetting the Picture Settings ............................................................. 15 Inspecting the Package Contents............................................................ 1 Adjusting the Audio Settings.................................................................... 15 Installing the TV........................................................................................
E472VL / E552VL Using the Digital Episode Guide.............................................................. 27 Using the Info Window.......................................................................... 27 Using the USB Media Player...................................................... 28 Using the USB Media Player.................................................................... 28 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV........................................... 28 Playing USB Media...........
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 E472VL / E552VL 3. Using a philips-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. Move the TV with attached stand into an upright position and place on a flat, level, and stable surface. 5.
2 Controls and Connections Rear Panel Component: Connect component video/audio device. RGB PC RCA Audio In: Connect audio for an HDMI input. Ethernet Cable/Antenna PC Composite Audio In AV HDMI (1,2,3): Connect HDMI devices. AC IN: Connect the included power adapter. Front Panel Optical Audio Out HDMI (1, 2, 3) RCA Audio In (For use with HDMI ports) Remote Control Sensor Component RCA Audio Out Front Panel Remote Control Sensor: When using the remote, point it directly at this sensor.
2 E472VL / E552VL Left Side Panel Remote Control Power Menu Channel Up Channel Down Volume Up Input CC (Closed Captioning) Volume Down Exit Input OK Arrow Left Power/Standby A/V Controls Info Menu Arrow Up Arrow Right Arrow Down Back USB Ports (1, 2) Guide VIA Shortcuts VIA HDMI Port Volume Up/Down Mute Menu: Display on-screen menu. Last Number Pad Left Side Panel Power: Turn the TV on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn off.
2 E472VL / E552VL Power/Standby: Turn the TV on or off. Input: Change the input device. With each press of the button, the TV will display a different input. A/V Controls: Control external device (Blu-Ray or DVD player). Info: Display the Info Window. See Using the Info Window on page 27. CC (Closed: Open the CC Menu. See Setting Up Closed CapCaptioning) tioning on page 11. Menu: Display the on-screen menu. Exit: Close the on-screen menu. Arrow: Navigate the on-screen menu and episode guide.
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 E472VL / E552VL Select one of the connection types. Use the cable(s) shown to connect the TV to your device.
3 E472VL / E552VL Setting Up Your Network Connection Your TV is internet-ready, and can be connected to your home network in two ways: • Wired, using the RJ45 (ethernet) connector on the back panel • Wirelessly, using your home wireless network Once you have connected to your home network and the Internet, you can use VIA apps to deliver popular online content to your TV. Connecting to A Wired Network To connect to a wired network: 1.
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 6. • If you have a wireless network, have the network key ready.
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. You can also open the on-screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then pressing OK.
5 E472VL / E552VL Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio Setting Up Closed Captioning The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, Normal, and Stretch. Each mode displays the picture differently. Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s dialogue. To change the screen aspect ratio: If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast with closed captions, the TV will not display them. 1.
5 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 the Picture icon and press OK. The Picture Settings menu is displayed. 3. Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Picture and press OK. The Picture Settings menu is displayed. 4.
5 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL Using the Network Connection Menu Your TV is internet-ready, featuring both an ethernet port and built-in high-speed wireless-N. Connecting to a Wireless Network To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is being broadcast: If your TV is connected to a network with an Ethernet cable, you will not see the wireless network connection menu. You must disconnect the Ethernet cable to set up a wireless network connection.
5 E472VL / E552VL Changing the Advanced Network Settings Changing the TV Settings Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature. Using the settings menu, you can: To change advanced network settings: 1. From the Network Connection menu, highlight Manual Setup and press OK. The Change Settings menu is displayed. 2.
5 E472VL / E552VL Setting the Tuner Mode Scanning for Channels 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. Before the TV can detect and display channels and their associated information, you must scan for channels. A channel scan may also be necessary when the TV has been moved to an area where different free-to-air broadcast television channels are available. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote.
5 E472VL / E552VL 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. To add a range of new channels: 1.
5 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 E472VL / E552VL 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 restore the TV to its factory default settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2.
5 E472VL / E552VL 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 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 play music or photos. To play USB media, you must first save your music or 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 (.mp3, .jpg, etc). • The player is not designed to play media from external hard drives or mp3 players.
6 M420SV / M470SV / M550SV Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Now Playing Information Displays song title, album title, and artist name. Progress Bar Displays the duration of the currentlyplaying song. The blue bar will lengthen as the song progresses. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. To change source, highlight it and press OK.
6 M420SV / M470SV / M550SV Back Button Highlight this button and press OK if you would like to return to the previous screen. Back Button Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Current Folder Displays the folder path. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. To change source, highlight it and press OK. Current Folder 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.
7 Using VIZIO Internet Apps VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) delivers popular online content to your TV. VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, and more–all on demand! A high-speed internet connection is required to receive product updates and to access online content. See Setting Up Your Network Connection on page 8 if your TV is not yet connected to your home network.
7 E472VL / E552VL Adding a New App to the VIA Dock Creating and Managing User Profiles Though your TV arrives pre-loaded with featured VIA Apps, new Apps are continually being added to the Widget Gallery. The VIA Dock can hold a total of 17 Apps. User profiles allow you to keep a customized set of Apps in the VIA Dock. For each profile you create, a different set of Apps and App settings are saved. To add a new App: Creating an Owner PIN 1. Press the VIA button on the remote.
7 E472VL / E552VL Creating a New User Profile To create a new user profile: 1. Press the VIA button on the remote. 2. Highlight the Profile App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote. (The highlighted App is in the lower left corner of the screen.) 3. Select the App by pressing the OK button. The Profile App is displayed. 4. Highlight Administrative Controls and press OK. (If you have an Owner PIN, you must enter it now.) The Administrative Controls menu is displayed.
7 E472VL / E552VL Restoring the VIA Dock to the Factory Default Settings The VIA Dock, and all of its installed Widgets can be restored to the factory default settings. If you restore the VIA dock to the factory-default settings, all changes you have made to the VIA dock will be lost! To restore the VIA Dock to the factory default settings: 1. Press the VIA button on the remote. 2. Highlight the My Profile App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote.
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 E472VL / E552VL 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. The display image does not cover the entire screen. • If you are in RGB mode (computer), ensure that H-Size and V-Position in the on-screen menu are set correctly.
B Specifications E472VL E552VL 47” Class 55” Class 46.96” 54.64” 44.65 x 29.99 x 10.45” 44.65 x 28.44 x 3.66” 52.13 x 33.45 x 13.15” 52.13 x 32.56 x 4.95” 45.20 lbs 39.68 lbs 75.99 lbs 66.
B E472VL / E552VL E472VL E552VL Yes Yes Energy Star 4.1 ATSC Spec A/65 EIA/CEA-766-A Energy Star 4.1 ATSC Spec A/65 EIA/CEA-766-A Voltage Range: 100~240 VAC @ 50/60Hz 100~240 VAC @ 50/60Hz Standby Power: <1W <1W Ethernet Ports: 1 1 Wireless (WiFi): 802.11n 802.
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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