V-Series User Manual ™ Model: V555-G4, V705-G1 & V755-G4
Table Of Contents SM Getting to Know Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SmartCast Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety & Certification THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS And congratulations on your new VIZIO TV! • Read these instructions. 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. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. electric shock. When your TV will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord. • Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: • The wall socket should be installed near your TV and easily accessible. • To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
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.
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Getting to Know Your TV 1 FRONT PANEL Remote Sensor and 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, see Turning the Power Indicator On or Off on page 33.
1 REAR PANEL—V555-G4 & V755-G4 Power Press to turn on the TV. Press and hold to turn the TV off. Volume Press to increase or decrease the TV volume level. Input Press to access the input menu. VOL INPUT Note: The image shown here is for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change. The actual number of ports and their locations may vary, depending on the model.
1 REAR PANEL—V705-G1 Power Press to turn on the TV. Press and hold to turn the TV off. Volume Press to increase or decrease the TV volume level. Input Press to access the input menu. VOL INPUT Note: The image shown here is for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change. The actual number of ports and their locations may vary, depending on the model.
To 3 m HDMI Optical RCA To 3 5mm Standard RCA 1 Standard RCA HDMI CABLE COMPOSITE (AV) CABLE L Standard HDMI RCA 2. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device. COMPONENT CABLE—ONLY ON V705-G1 RCA To 3 Optical 5mm R HDMI Standard RCA Y 4. Set the TV’s input to match the connection you used (HDMI-1, HDMI-2, etc.).
1 WALL-MOUNTING THE TV First you will need a wall mount. Consult the provided table below to find the appropriate mount for your TV. Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV. To install your TV on a wall: 1. Disconnect any cables connected to your TV. 2. Place the TV face-down on a clean, flat, stable surface. Be sure the surface is clear of debris that can scratch or damage the TV. 3. If attached, remove the stands by loosening and removing the screws. 4.
1 OK OK EXIT OK OK MENU OK OK INPUT OK USING THE REMOTE Replacing the Batteries BACK BACK BACK Note that specific buttons may vary depending on your model.
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Using the On-Screen Menu 3 Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. NAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENU CHANGING THE INPUT SOURCE To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. To open the on-screen menu: From this menu, you can: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. 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.
3 CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO To change the screen aspect ratio: Menu > System > Aspect Ratio Some programs have black bars on the top or sides of the screen so that the picture keeps its original shape. Examples include widescreen movies and older TV programs. Use the Arrow buttons to highlight the aspect ratio you wish to view and press OK. Your TV can display images in different modes: Normal, Wide, Zoom, and Panoramic. • Normal (default) — No change to aspect ratio.
3 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS Your TV can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. 2. To manually change each of the picture settings, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight that picture setting, then use the Left/Right Arrow buttons to adjust the setting: • To adjust the picture settings: Menu > Picture > Picture Mode • 1.
3 Adjusting the Color Temperature Adjusting the Picture Mode Edit Settings Saving a Custom Picture Mode Adjusting the color temperature changes the white balance of the picture. Picture Mode Edit Settings allow you to make precise adjustments to the picture. Custom picture modes allow you to save a group of custom settings for various viewing conditions and video sources.
3 Locking/Unlocking a Custom Picture Mode Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Resetting a Picture Mode Custom picture modes can be locked/unlocked with a unique PIN to prevent accidental changes to their settings. If not previously set, you can set up your system PIN code here. Custom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted. A preset picture mode that has been edited can be restored to the factory default settings.
3 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings To adjust the color management system/2 point white balance settings: To show or hide the SMPTE Test Pattern: The Color Tuner settings allow you to adjust the color management system, 2 point white balance, 11 point white balance, turn color channels off for testing, and display SMPTE, flat, ramp, and uniformity analyzer test patterns. 1.
3 To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: To show or hide the Ramp Test Pattern: To show or hide the Uniformity Analyzer Test Pattern: Menu > Picture > Color Calibration > Color Tuner > Flat Test Pattern Menu > Picture > Color Calibration > Color Tuner > Ramp Test Pattern Menu > Picture > Color Calibration > Color Tuner > Uniformity Analyzer Test Pattern Flat Test Pattern Ramp Test Pattern Uniformity Analyzer Test Pattern Off Off 1. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Off.
3 ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGS • Lip Sync — Adjusts the synchronization between the display image and the accompanying audio track. To adjust the audio settings: • Digital Audio Out — Changes the type of processing for digital audio out and HDMI ARC output when connected to a home theater audio system. Select Auto, PCM, Dolby D or Bitstream.
3 ADJUSTING THE NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Manual Setup Settings Connecting to a Hidden Network Your TV is Internet-ready, featuring both an Ethernet port and built-in high-speed wireless internet. Advanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature. The security settings on your router may require you to enter the TV's MAC address.
3 SETTING TIMERS Setting the Auto Power Off Feature Using the Blank Screen Feature When activated, the TV’s timer will turn the TV off after a set period of time. 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. To help save LED life, your TV screen can turn on or off while audio is streaming.
3 SETTING UP CHANNELS You can use the TV’s Channels menu to: • Find channels • Select channels to skip • Select analog audio mode Channels Find Channels • Select the language for digital audio • Set parental controls Skip Channels Analog Audio Stereo Digital Audio English Parental Control Scanning for Channels Skipping Channels The TV may need to scan for channels before it can display programs and their associated information.
3 LISTENING TO ALTERNATE AUDIO To use the Digital Language feature: Changing the Analog Audio Language Menu > Channels > Digital Audio Some analog over-the-air (free) and cable channels broadcast programs in more than one language. The TV’s Analog Audio feature allows you to listen to audio in an alternate language using Secondary Audio Programming (SAP). Select the preferred audio language. Available languages or video description depend on the broadcast content.
3 USING PARENTAL CONTROLS Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs unless a PIN is used. To manage program content according to its rating, you must first enable the Program Rating feature. To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for a variety of audiences (some for children and some for adults).
3 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. TIP: If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast with closed captions, the TV will not display them.
3 Typical choices include: • 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. • Opaque background and window in the same color — When text appears, the entire line fills with color at once. In the example, the closed caption text is green, the background is black, and the window is red.
3 CHANGING INPUT SETTINGS Other settings include the following: To access input settings menu: • Full UHD Color* — expanded color display. • Picture Size* — configure the display size to enlarge or shrink the image to fill the screen. • Picture Position* — move the vertical and horizontal position of the picture in relation to the screen. • Hide from Input Source — hide inputs that are not being used. Hidden inputs will not be displayed in the input list.
3 CHANGING THE TV SETTINGS Checking for System Updates Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Using the System menu, you can: To check for a system update: Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages.
3 Setting the Time and Local Settings Adjusting the CEC Settings Adjusting the Power Mode To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the TV’s time zone: The CEC function on your TV enables you to control devices connected to HDMI (ARC) input with the included remote, without any programming. Using CEC, your VIZIO TV remote can control: Your TV is set to Eco Mode by default. When the TV is powered off, the Eco Mode setting uses less than 0.5W of power.
3 Changing the TV Name Managing Mobile Devices Accessibility Settings Naming your TV helps differentiate it from other cast devices you may have in your home. Your TV can be paired with a mobile device so you can easily control your TV across multiple devices. VIZIO is committed to providing intuitive, user-friendly products. Your new VIZIO TV offers several accessibility features that can help you with easy navigation.
3 USING THE RESET & ADMIN MENU Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings Turning the Power Indicator On or Off You can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to restore the TV to its factory default settings as well as access other system settings. All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. 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.
3 Setting a System PIN Using the USB Power Feature You can set a system pin to lock content and picture modes, as well as prevent accidental system resets. The first time you select System PIN code, you will need to create a PIN. The USB port can be used to charge devices. To create a PIN. Menu > System > Reset & Admin > System PIN Code > Enter Your PIN > Save System Pin Code Change the PIN used for the System PIN.
3 USING THE INFO WINDOW Press the INFO button one time to display: • TV name • Current input • Picture mode • Audio type • Network name • Time TV Name Living Room Current Input Picture Mode HDMI-1 Normal Audio Type* Network Name Stereo HomeWiFi 5:00 pm Time * When TV speakers are off and Dolby Atmos content is passed through the TV to a sound bar or other audio device, the Dolby Atmos icon will display with "Audio Out.
SmartCast Home 4 SM What is SmartCast Home? What you can do with SmartCast Home Control your TV with the SmartCast Mobile™ App SmartCast Home lets you discover, stream, and control your content like never before! Access top apps, like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video, by using the remote to easily browse and launch content directly from the home screen. SmartCast Home makes finding something to watch easy and fun. • Stream high quality entertainment.
WatchFree™ 4 What is WatchFree? What you can do with WatchFree How to Launch WatchFree VIZIO WatchFree takes your cord-cutting entertainment experience one step further! With the simple press of a button, enjoy free streaming TV with over 100 live TV channels to choose from – news, movies, sports, comedy, music and more. A built-in on-screen guide makes finding something to watch easier than ever. • Stream over 100 live TV channels absolutely free – news, movies, sports, comedy, music and more.
Playing USB Media The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB flash drive to your TV and play music, video, or photos. 4 Preparing Your USB Drive to Play USB Media Removing the USB Drive from the TV To display USB media, you must first save your videos onto a USB flash drive: To safely remove your USB flash drive from the TV: • The USB flash drive must be formatted as FAT32. 1. Turn the TV off. • Files on the USB flash drive must end in a supported file extension ( .mp3, .jpg, etc). 2.
Playing USB Media: Music 4 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. Music USB1: MyFlashDrive My Music Playback Control Sort by Album/Artist/Track Fab Apple Dream On The Answer Is Yes By Ana Banana Progress Bar Displays the duration of the currentlyplaying song. The bar will lengthen as the song progresses.
Playing USB Media: Video 4 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources Displays connected USB devices. Video USB1: MyFlashDrive MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos Current Folder My Videos # File 1 Family Vacation - California 2 26th Birthday Party 3 4 Date - Duration - 00:38:18 Japan 2017 Aby’s Graduation - 00:25:32 00:23:43 00:41:08 Folder Contents/Playlist This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder.
Playing USB Media: Photo 4 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK 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. Photo VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root USB1: MyFlashDrive Folder Contents/Playlist This area displays the contents of the currently selected folder. You can browse among files using the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote.
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Help Topics The remote is not responding. • Make sure the batteries are properly inserted matching the - and + symbols. • Replace the batteries with fresh ones. A The colors on the TV don’t look right. • Adjust the Color and Tint settings in the Picture menu. See Adjusting the Picture Settings on page 16. • Select a pre-set picture mode. VIZIO recommends selecting Calibrated. The TV displays “No Signal.” • Press INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source.
A How do I connect to my Wi-Fi network? • On your TV remote, press the Menu button then go to Network > Select your Wi-Fi name > Enter password. • Open the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile™ app on your phone or tablet. Tap on the device list and select your Display. • Tap on the Settings icon > Network > Wireless Access Points. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list, enter the Wi-Fi password, and tap Connect.
Specifications Size Viewable Area B V555-G4 V705-G1 V755-G4 55" 70" 75" 54.5" 69.5" 74.5" PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 48.93" x 30.77" x 10.26" 62.54" x 37.76" x 13.04" 66.47" x 13.26" x 41.09" (1242.86 x 781.65 x 260.65 mm) (1588.6 x 959 x 331.2 mm) (1688.40 x 336.70 x 1043.8 mm) 48.93" x 28.33" x 3.04" 62.54" x 35.04" x 3.46" 66.47" x 3.10" x 38.30" (1242.86 x 719.56 x 77.32 mm) (1588.6 x 890 x 87.9 mm) (1688.40 x 78.70 x 972.8 mm) Weight w/ Stand 31.72 lb (14.39 kg) 54.98 lb (24.
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