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VIZIO M420NV User Manual

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Dear VIZIO Customer,

Congratulations on your new VIZIO M420NV television purchase. To get the most out of your new VIZIO

HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. We

hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO HDTV High Definition Television.

For assistance, call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or e-mail us at www.VIZIO.com.

To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website

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We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website

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your registration card. For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty,

VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plans. These plans give additional coverage during the

standard warranty period. Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan.

Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV for easy reference when obtaining

warranty support:

Serial #: _____________________ Purchase Date _____________________

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TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default (Home Use)” setting and this is the setting in which

power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will increase

power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for Energy Star rating.

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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO M420NV television purchase. To get the most out of your new VIZIO HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO HDTV High Definition Television. For assistance, call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or e-mail us at www.VIZIO.com.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV. 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. Unplug your HDTV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding 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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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Advisory of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. Watch your local stations to find out when they will turn off their analog signal and switch to digital-only broadcasting.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................................................... 2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ............................................................................................... 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition.................................................................................................................. 5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV .
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual CHAPTER 6 ENJOYING MULTIMEDIA ....................................................................................29 Supported File Formats ........................................................................................................................... 29 Accessing Multimedia Content ................................................................................................................ 30 Adjusting Photo Settings .................................................
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Size ...................................................................................................................................................... 39 Audio .................................................................................................................................................... 39 Settings Menu.......................................................................................................................................... 40 Audio .........
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Amplifier / Receiver / Tuner Codes...................................................................................................... 63 Audio Accessory Codes....................................................................................................................... 65 VCR Codes .......................................................................................................................................... 65 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING.........
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. After you have opened the carton, check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. The screen can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV • • • • • • • • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. The power consumption of your HDTV is about 75W average. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be compromised. Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow a 1” space between the back of your HDTV and the wall.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. Unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. 2. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Remove the stand base from packaging. 4. Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided on page 1 to have it handy if you need to call for support. 2. Remove the stand base and neck: a. Disconnect the cables from your HDTV. b. Place your HDTV face down on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the screen. c.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Remote Control Sensor—Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal. 2. POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT—The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of your HDTV performs all of the same functions you might see as buttons on other TVs, including volume, power, and channel change.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB: • Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures. • Service port for use by a professional service technician. 2. HDMI SIDE—Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. There are additional HDMI connectors on the back. Rear Panel Connections 1. 2. 3. 4. HDMI 1, 2, and 3—Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: • Only use AAA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )—Press to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. Device Buttons: • DVD—Press to select a DVD player that has been programmed to work with this remote. • AUDIO—Press to select a Home Theater System or Audio Amplifier that has been programmed to work with this remote. • CABLE—Press to select a Cable or Satellite Set Top Box that has been programmed to work with this remote.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual MUTE—Press to turn the sound on and off. LAST— Press to recall the previously viewed channel. CH +/- —Press to change the channels up or down HDMI—Press to select the HDMI input. Press repeatedly to cycle between both HDMI inputs. AV—Press to select the AV input. TV—Press to select the TV input. Number Button Pad—Press to select a channel or enter a password. INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs).
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI SIDE, RGB, and Media. Turn on your device and you will see a picture on your HDTV. If there is no picture, make sure you have selected the correct input on your HDTV.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press the GUIDE button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. Connection Quality (type) Connector Description Best (digital) HDMI delivers the best image quality of any of the cable types available and it’s all done over one cable.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details. 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Connect the Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your Cable/Satellite box to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Set Top Box to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 5. Select Comp using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Composite Video (Good) 1.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details. 1. Turn off your HDTV and DVD player. 2.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 5. Select COMP using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to your HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Search for new channels. See Auto Channel Scan on page 42 for more information on scanning for channels.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA Connecting the cables 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the AUDIO OUT audio connectors on the back of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Turning TV speakers off 1. 2. 3. 4. Press MENU to open the OSD.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) COMPUTER 1. Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on page 74). If your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080. 2. Turn off the power to your HDTV and computer. 3. Connect the RGB (VGA) cable from your computer to the RGB PC jack on of your HDTV. 4. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from your computer to the RGB PC Audio jack on your HDTV.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 6 Enjoying Multimedia With the USB port you can enjoy digital content such as photos, music, and movies on your HDTV using a USB flash drive connected to the USB port on the left-hand side of the TV. USB drives that are USB 2.0 and FAT or FAT32 are supported but the Multi Media port does not support hard drives or USB hubs. If your USB drive is oversized and does not physically fit in the port, use a USB extension cable.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Accessing Multimedia Content 1. Insert a USB device with digital content such as photos, music, and movies into the USB port on the side of your HDTV. If a USB device is already connected, press MEDIA on the remote control. A message will appear asking if you want to play multimedia content. 2. Press ◄ to highlight OK, and then press OK to select it. The Multimedia folder will be displayed. 3. Press ◄ or ► to highlight Photo, Music, or Video and the press OK to select it.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Adjusting Photo Settings When viewing pictures you can adjust various settings, including slideshow, and picture duration. 1. Insert a USB device and select the Photo Folder. 2. Select the folder or files that you want to play. 3. Press MENU. The Photo menu will be displayed. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to highlight a photo menu option, and then press ◄ or ► to adjust the setting. 5. Press MENU once to close the menu.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual rmation about the picture briefly appears on your HDTV. Music Settings When listening to music you can adjust various settings, including selecting an audio mode, choosing repeat options, etc. 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert a USB device and select the Music Folder. Select the folder or files that you want to play. Press the MENU button on the remote control. The Music menu will be displayed.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Video Settings When watching videos you can adjust various settings, including selecting an audio mode, setting to a wider format, etc. 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert a USB device and select the Video Folder. Select the folder or files that you want to play. Press the MENU button on the remote control. The Video menu will be displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to highlight Video menu option, and then press ◄ or ► to adjust the setting. 5.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 7 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the On-screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings. The OSD allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off. The OSD consists of several menu options. The main menu options may vary depending on your selected input source.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Wide Menu Select how the picture displays on the screen. As you select an option, you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program: Normal The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan-and-scan or full frame.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual CC (Closed Caption) Menu Adjust closed caption options. Analog Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching regular analog TV. Select from Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, and CC4. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2. Digital Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching digital TV. Select from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, or CS1, CS2, CS3, CS4, CS5, CS6, or Off. Digital CC Style The Digital CC Style feature is available when watching digital TV.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Contrast Adjust the white levels in the picture. If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture. Press OK to select this option and then press ◄ or ► to adjust it. Color Adjust the amount of color in the picture. Press OK to select this option and then press ◄ or ► to adjust it. Tint Adjust the hue of the picture.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Color Temperature Color Temperature is the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture. Choose from Custom, Cool, Computer, or Normal. Normal is the setting for television broadcasting. Custom allows you to set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit individual preferences. Cool produces a blue-hued image. Computer sets the white point at the established setting for a computer display (9300K). Each preset may also be adjusted for a customized setting.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Reset Picture Mode Return all Picture settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press ◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Note: Only settings under the Picture will be reset. PIP Menu Your TV features PIP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is displayed in a small window (sub screen).
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Settings Menu Adjust various option including audio settings, tuner settings (e.g. channel scan), Parental Controls, and Date and Time. Audio Adjust audio options including balance, equalizer, and advanced audio settings. Audio Mode Choose from Flat, Rock, Pop, Classic or Jazz. Balance Adjust the sound to the left or the right.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Advanced Audio To select the options in the Advanced Audio sub-menu, press OK. A new menu will be displayed showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the audio. • SRS TruSurround HD When watching TV or a movie, TruSurround HD™ creates an immersive surround sound experience from only two speakers and provides rich bass, clear dialog and high frequency detail. Note: When SRS TruSurround HD is ON, Equalizer adjustments are not available.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Tuner Note: The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode. Tuner Note: The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode. Tuner Mode Select Cable or Antenna depending upon which you have attached to the DTV / TV Input. Auto Channel Scan Automatically search for TV channels that are available in your area. Be sure to first select the correct tuner mode above. The TV will search for analog and digital channels.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Name Input This feature makes it easier for you to recognize the devices you have connected to your HDTV when you press INPUT. For example, if you have a Blu-Ray DVD player connected to the HDMI-1 input, you can have the input label read HDMI-1 BluRay instead of just HDMI-1. You can select from nine preset labels. To use one of the nine preset labels: 1. Select Input Source, and then press OK to show the list of inputs. 2.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual USA-TV Note: When Rating Enable is OFF, the USA-TV Rating adjustments are not enabled.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual CAN-French Note: When Rating Enable is OFF, Canadian French Rating adjustments are not enabled.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual CEC Consumer Electronics Control allows you to control other devices using your HDTV remote control when those devices are connected via HDMI. For example, if a CEC-supported Blu-ray DVD player is connected to your HDTV through HDMI-2 and that player is powered on, your HDTV will automatically change to the HDMI-2 input. Similarly, if your HDTV is powered on first and your change the input to HDMI-2, your Blu-ray player will automatically power on.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Adjusting Photo Settings When viewing pictures you can adjust various settings, including slideshow, and picture duration. 1. Insert a USB device and select the Photo Folder. 2. Select the folder or files that you want to play. 3. Press MENU. The Photo menu will be displayed. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to highlight a photo menu option, and then press ◄ or ► to adjust the setting. 5. Press MENU once to close the menu.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Music Settings When listening to music you can adjust various settings, including selecting an audio mode, choosing repeat options, etc. 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert a USB device and select the Music Folder. Select the folder or files that you want to play. Press the MENU button on the remote control. The Music menu will be displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to highlight Music menu option, and then press ◄ or ► to adjust the setting. 5.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Video Settings When watching videos you can adjust various settings, including selecting an audio mode, setting to a wider format, etc. 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert a USB device and select the Video Folder. Select the folder or files that you want to play. Press the MENU button on the remote control. The Video menu will be displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to highlight Video menu option, and then press ◄ or ► to adjust the setting. 5.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Help Menu System Info Display the technical information including model name, version and revision of firmware, source type, and resolution. Reset TV Settings Return all Picture and Audio settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press Left or Right Navigation buttons to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 8 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 000, 047, 050, 067, 329, 331 and 339 to work your HDTV. To use a Cable or Satellite remote to work the HDTV, refer to your Cable or Satellite remote user guide for more information on how to program the remote. If your Cable or Satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 11758 and then, if that does not work, 10178.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Programming your Cable or Satellite Set-Top Box 1. Turn on the Cable or Satellite Set-Top Box. 2. Press and release the CABLE button on your VIZIO universal remote control. 3. Press and hold the SET button until the My Codes LED flashes twice. 4. Find the programming code for your Cable DVD Player or Satellite Set-Top Box and enter it using Home Theater the number buttons. If the code is accepted, the LED flashes twice after the last digit is Cable Box entered.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Remote Control Codes Television Codes (Including TV/DVD, TV/VCR, and TV/DVD/VCR) 3M 10195, 888, 10462 A.R.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chunfeng 10362, 10368, 10376, 10384, 10385, 10392, 10405, 10460, 10462 Chung Hsin 10048, 10234, 10332 Chunlan 10397, 10468 Chunsun 10360, 10362, 10368, 10457, 10460 Cinego 10327 Cineral 10231, 10280 Citizen 10047, 10049, 10050, 10053, 10054, 10062, 10064, 10229, 10231, 10238, 10254, 10259, 10261, 10265, 10325, 10347 Clairtone 10274 Clarion 10234 Clarivox 10353 Clatronic 10353 Coby 10108 Colortyme 10047, 10049 Colt 10344 Commercial Solutions 10230 Concerto 10047, 10049, 10265 Condor
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual GoldStar 10047, 10048, 10049, 10052, 10064, 10065, 10229, 10252, 10254, 10256, 10272, 10346, 10353 Goodmans 10352, 10353 Gradiente 10036, 10118, 10265, 10271 Granada 10048, 10275, 10353 Grandin 10352, 10353 Great Wall 10349 Grundig 10240, 10258, 10266, 10281, 10353 Grunpy 10054, 10055, 10234, 10273 Haier 10139, 10148, 10174, 10209, 10227, 10247, 10354, 10380, 10395, 10396, 10399, 10403, 10404, 10414, 10416, 10417, 10418, 10419, 10421, 10423, 10424, 10466 HaiHong 10362, 10368, 10369,
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Kangli 10422, 10448, 10457, 10458, 10460, 10461, 10462 Kangyi 10390, 10460, 10462 Kawasho 10046, 10047, 10049, 10246, 10269 Kaypani 10263 KDS 10295 KEC 10234 Kendo 10353 Kenwood 10047, 10049, 10229, 10252, 10254 Kioto 10034, 10282 Kiton 10353 KLH 10075 Kloss 10261 Kloss Novabeam 10054, 10066 Kneissel 10352, 10353 Kolin 10048, 10234, 10337 Kongque 10457, 10460, 10461, 10462 Konka 10211, 10237, 10284, 10353, 10355, 10360, 10363, 10372, 10375, 10388, 10389, 10391, 10392, 10397, 10402,
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Nordmende 10353 Normerel 10353 Norwood Micro 10307 Noshi 10251 Novatronic 10352, 10353 NTC 10053, 10231 Okano 10353 Olevia 10096, 10105, 10111, 10242, 10243, 10303, 10305, 10311 Olympus 10314 Onwa 10054, 10234 Opera 10353 Oppo 10155 Optimus 10235, 10285, 10343 Optoma 10126, 10194 Optonica 10061, 10232 Orbit 10353 Orion 10078, 10193, 10236, 10273, 10351, 10353 Orline 10353 Osaki 10277, 10279, 10348, 10352, 10353 Osio 10353 Osume 10353 Otto Versand 10249, 10281, 10353 Palladium 10353
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Sanyo 10047, 10048, 10097, 10192, 10202, 10270, 10275, 10345, 10351 Sanyuan 10360, 10362, 10366, 10367, 10368, 10378, 10380, 10457, 10460, 10461 SBR 10250, 10353 Sceptre 10123 Schneider 10353 Scimitsu 10252 Scotch 10049, 10272 Scott 10047, 10049, 10052, 10054, 10055, 10150, 10234, 10252, 10272, 10273 Sears 10016, 10034, 10042, 10044, 10047, 10049, 10055, 10059, 10067, 10160, 10230, 10233, 10265, 10270, 10272, 10273, 10324, 10346 Seg 10277, 10353 SEI 10249, 10353 SEI-Sinudyne 10353 S
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Telegazi 10353 Telesonic 10353 Telestar 10353 Teletech 10353 Teleview 10353 Tennessee 10353 Tensai 10352, 10353 Tera 10255 Tevion 10353 Texet 10352 Thomas 10324 Thomson 10016, 10353 Thorn 10348, 10353 Thorn-Ferguson 10438 Tiane 10457 TMK 10047, 10049, 10265, 10272 TNCi 10228 TOBO 10460, 10462 Tokai 10352, 10353 Tongguang 10376, 10384, 10385, 10392, 10462 Tophouse 10234 Toshiba 10006, 10007, 10008, 10009, 10062, 10063, 10079, 10082, 10083, 10087, 10090, 10091, 10212, 10233, 10238, 10
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Contec 40041 Coolmax 40112 COX 40000 Daeryung 40071 Digi 40117 Director 40007 Dumont 40117 Eastern 40042 Emerson 40123 Everquest 40040, 40108 Focus 40111 Garrard 40038 GC Electronics 40037, 40125 GE 40030, 40031 Gehua 40007 Gemini 40043, 40108, 40123 General Instrument 40007, 40031, 40105 GoldStar 40040, 40109 Goodmind 40123, 40124 Hamlin 40044, 40045 Hitachi 40031 Hytex 40126 Illico 40119 Jasco 40038, 40108 Jerrold 40007, 40031, 40043, 40053, 40067, 40105, 40108 LG 40116 Linsay 401
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual HTS 40144 Hughes Network Systems 40016, 40018, 40019, 40023, 40025, 40054, 40135 Humax 40090 Ilo 40143 Insignia 40082 Jerrold 40142 JVC 40008, 40021, 40144 Lasonic 40099 LG 40082 Magnavox 40028, 40094 Memorex 40028 MicroGem 40100 Mitsubishi 40023, 40085 Motorola 40140, 40142 Next Level 40142 Panasonic 40017, 40083 Pansat 40086 Paysat 40028 PCT 40097 Philco 40094 Philips 40016, 40023, 40025, 40027, 40028, 40079, 40135 Pioneer 40016 Primestar 40063 Proscan 40012, 40013, 40138 Proton 4
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Blue Parade 20298 Bose 20076, 20086, 20393, 20394 BOSS 20138 Boston Acoustics 20331 Brand 20383 Broksonic 20007, 20282 Caixing 20389 California Audio Labs 20284 Cambridge Sound Works 20203 Caravell 20362 CAVS 20210 Changhong 20285, 20345 CineVision 20114, 20306 Clarion 20154 Classic 20131 Coby 20087, 20095, 20123, 20289 Conic 20370 Curtis 20095 Curtis Mathes 20308 CyberHome 20028, 20070, 20307, 20323, 20326 Cytron 20160 Daewoo 20093, 20306, 20317 Dayu 20388 DCS 20363 Denca 20367 Den
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Pioneer 20042, 20043, 20044, 20045, 20134, 20147, 20234, 20298 Polaroid 20027, 20133, 20208, 20402 Polk Audio 20297 Portland 20317 Power Sound 20348 Prima 20192, 20403 Primas 20335 Princeton 20315 Proceed 20300 Proscan 20082, 20296 Protron 20213 Pye 20166 Qinghuatongfang 20382 Qisheng 20372 Qixing 20391 Qwestar 20101 RCA 20038, 20039, 20082, 20286, 20296, 20298, 20301 Regent 20291 Rio 20306 Rotel 20214, 20299 Rowa 20287 Royal 20351 Saba 20404 Sampo 20157, 20325, 20328 Samsung 20011,
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual DBX 30174 Dell 30217 Delphi 30218 Denon 30051, 30052, 30053, 30054, 30055, 30102 D-Link 30175 EAD 30219 Eclipse 30220 Elan 30176 Electrohome 30152 Emerson 30112, 30256 Farenheit 30221 Felston 30177 Fonmix 30163 Fosgate 30170 GE 30046, 30128 Go Video 30153 GPX 30100, 30257 Griffin 30178 Hanwah 30222 Harman/Kardon 30130, 30162 iHome 30263 iLive 30124 iLuv 30258 Imerge 30179 Inkel 30223 Insignia 30120 Insten 30180 Integra 30132 iPort 30181 iSymphony 30125, 30258 Jamo 30126 JBL 30097 Je
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Venturer 30119, 30139 Wards 30127, 30128, 30162 Xantech 30196 Xitel 30197 Yamaha 30008, 30009, 30010, 30011, 30012, 30013, 30014, 30015, 30016, 30017, 30018, 30068, 30072, 30079, 30081, 30095, 30132 Zektor 30198 Zenith 30090 Zon 30199 Audio Accessory Codes (Including CD Players and Soundbars) Acoustic Research 30294 ADC 30291 ADS 30295 Aiwa 30283 Akai 30292 ASI 33000 Audiophase 30282 Bose 30284 California Audio Labs 30296 Cambridge Audio 30297 Capetronic 30298 Carrera 30299 Carver
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Funai 20050, 20062, 20250 Garrard 20050, 20250 Gateway 20410 GE 20054, 20247, 20249, 20418 Go Video 20054 GoldStar 20058, 20066, 20248, 20419 Gradiente 20050, 20250 Harley Davidson 20250 Harman/Kardon 20058 Headquarter 20246 Hewlett Packard20410 Hitachi 20050, 20055 Howard Computers 20410 Hughes Network Systems 20055, 20407 Humax 20407 Hush 20410 iBUYPOWER 20410 Instant Replay 20249 JC Penney 20058, 20246, 20247, 20248, 20249 JCL 20249 JVC 20056, 20057, 20058, 20246, 20254, 20264, 2
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the TV and Remote Control 1. Remove the power adapter cable from the TV. 2. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VIZIO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer. 3. Wring liquid out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing. 4. Wipe the TV and remote control with a dry cloth after cleaning.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual General TV Problems Power is ON but there is no image on the screen. Wrong or abnormal colors appear. Control buttons do not work. There appear to be image quality issues. You cannot see a picture. Solution • Make sure all cables attached to the HDTV are connected to the correct output on the external device. • Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual General TV Problems Solution The TV keeps shutting off when I try to open the Quick Menu • Press and hold the Jag wheel for two (2) seconds to open the Quick Menu. Holding it for too long will shut off the TV. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. • Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control. • Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON. • Check your audio settings. The audio may be set to SAP, or the speakers are set to off.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Remote Control Problems The remote control does not work with my device even after programming it. Solution Set the remote control code correctly. If the code that is listed first for your device does not work, try all the codes for your device in the order in which they are listed in Remote Control Codes. Media Viewer Problems USB device is not recognized. Image or sound is interrupted or distorted. Slideshow doesn’t start.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA: UL Canada: CSA Germany: VDE UK: BASE/BS Japan: Electric Appliance Control Act 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.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 10 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Specifications M420NV Specifications Panel 42.02” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4845mm (H) x 0.4845mm (H) Display Compatibility 1080P (FHDTV) Colors 1.06 billion @ 10 bit Brightness cd/m2 (typical) 450nits Contrast Dynamic Contrast Ration: 100,000:1 Response Time 6.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Power Consumption 75W (Avg), 0.37W standby Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature: 5°C~35°C, Relative Humidity: 20~80%, Altitude: 0~14,000 ft Non-Operating Temperature: -20°C~50°C, Relative Humidity: 10~70%, Altitude: 0~40,000 ft Dimensions 43.89” W x 27.58” H x 9.41” D with stand; 43.89” W x 24.88” H x 1.99” D without stand 1114.7 x 700.4 x 239.1 mm with stand; 1114.7 x 631.9 x 50.6 mm without stand Net Weight 39.51 lbs with stand; 36.4 lbs without stand 17.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutions. Mode No. Resolution Horizontal Refresh Horizontal Vertical Sync Rate Frequency Frequency Polarity (KHz) (Hz) (Hz) (TTL) Vertical Pixel Sync Rate Remark Polarity (MHz) (TTL) 1 640 x 480 60 31.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Warranty ONE-YEAR 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 its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. If a VIZIO product is defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the unit at its sole option and discretion.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Index 16:9 ..........................................................................35 4:3 ............................................................................35 Accessories..............................................................10 Adjustments Advanced .............................................................34 Advanced Adjustments ............................................34 Ambient Light Sensor...............................................38 Antenna.........
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Alt Rating Region .................................................45 Block Unrated TV .................................................45 Canadian English Rating......................................44 Canadian French Rating ......................................45 Change the Password..........................................45 Channel Block ......................................................43 Rating Enable.......................................................43 Reset Locks ..
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Video Settings ................................................................33 Video Settings ................................................................49 Video Camera Connecting ...........................................................26 Video Menu Audio Mode ....................................................33, 49 Info .................................................................33, 49 Picture Mode ..................................................