VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO High Definition LCD Television purchase. This User Manual covers both VT420M and VT470M models, for any specific difference between the models please refer to the specification sheets in Chapter 5. Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and 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.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV. Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M 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.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners 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.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO HDTV and accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual TV Setup and Stand Assembly Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. To 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 under foam end cap. 4. Remove the TV from the box and lay it face down on a clean, flat surface.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Additional certified accessories sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO HDTV. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting Your VIZIO HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the TV on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand. To remove the stand: 5. Unplug all cables from the HDTV. 6. Place your HDTV face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 7. Remove the total of eight (4) screws holding the stand to the TV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................... 2! Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ......................................................................................................... 11! Front Panel ...................................................................................................................................
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT– The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer when powered off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) – Power the TV on by pressing this button once.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections No. Connection Rear Panel Color Code 1 HDMI 1 Green Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set-top box. 2 HDMI 2 Green Connect a secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set-top box. 3 HDMI 3 Green Connect an extra audio/video source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set-top box. 4 SERVICE ONLY White For factory service only.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 10 11 HDMI USB Green Connect an extra audio/video source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set-top box. White Connect a storage source (format FAT32) for MP3 and JPEG files (like a hard drive or thumb drive or card reader). It is recommended to back up your important document files as a precaution to prevent lost of data. 12 AV/S-Video Red Connect a source for composite (like a VCR or video game).
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Remote Control is used to control the operation and navigate the OSD menu of this TV. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. INFO – This button turns the image and system information on or off. ( ) POWER – Press to turn your HDTV ON. Press it again to turn it OFF. TV – Press to select TV. AV – Press to select the Audio Video input.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Remote Control Range ! ! ! The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window and 13 feet (4 meters) when 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the front of your HDTV to send commands. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Your HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital signals. Connection Quality (type) Best (digital) Best (digital) --------Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) Connector Rear and Side Panel Color Code Description Green HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface). It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available up to 10 Meters. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your Cable or Satellite Box (Best) 1. 2. 3. 4.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI2 Input (green color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Component Video Connecting your Cable or Satellite Box (Better) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 1. 2. 3. 4.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VT420M – HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. Using HDMI DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VT420M for optimal results.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual For DVD Players with DVI: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (green color area) at the side of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using S-Video (AV) Connecting your DVD Player (Good): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV at the side of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD Player (Good): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV input row (red color area) of connectors at the side of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. Connect the S-Video jack on the side of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV group (red area color) at the side of the LCD HDTV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting an external Receiver/Amp If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the TV. This is active when receiving audio with the programs being viewed no matter what input is being used. 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting a PC (Computer) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the other end to the RGB PC input (blue area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Using a 1/8” stereo cable, connect the Audio Out on your pc computer to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M 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 better picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). Please see the table below for the factory preset resolutions, for the best resolution that can be obtained through RGB PC input when video card supports 1920x1080 resolution. Mode No. Resolution Refresh (Hz) H.Freq (kHz) V.Freq (Hz) H.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Connect Audio and Video Cables Connect audio and video cables from the desired components to your HDTV as described in “Connecting Devices.” 2. Connecting the Power Cable Connect one end of the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your HDTV. Then connect the other end into a power outlet. 3. Turning Power On Press on the remote control to turn on your HDTV. 4.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual If your Time Zone observes the daylight savings, the next display will give the choice to select or no select it. Highlight your choice and press MENU/SELECT button to confirm your selection. 8. At this point if you have an outdoor antenna or use a cable service (No set-top box), the signal source can be selected. Press # or $ to select your input source (Antenna or Cable), then press MENU/SELECT button to confirm it. The scanning of the channels will start.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Selecting Inputs 1. Press INPUT on the remote or on the side of your HDTV to select the input source that matches the connection you made on the back of your HDTV. A repeated press of INPUT cycles you through the options. 2. Turn on your component (cable box, VCR, satellite receiver, DVD player, etc.). You should see a picture on your HDTV. If you do not see a picture, press INPUT repeatedly until you do see a picture.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using the INFO Guide 1. Press INFO on the remote to display program information for the channel you are watching. 2. Press INFO to exit or wait for it to disappear automatically. The following information is displayed when the INFO key is pressed: Date & Time – It shows the current date and time of the day of your local area, as long as the correct time zone had been selected.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please verify that all cables or antenna connections are secure, and the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. 2. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VIZIO logo on the front will change from orange to white. There are 3 options for selecting your programming: a.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using the Navigation Wheel The Navigation Wheel on the remote control is designed to make the use of the OSD easier for you, as shown below: The MENU/SELECT key functions as an On switch, it activates the OSD screen when pressed once. If the OSD is already displayed, the function of this key is to select the highlighted option.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Unique TV Features This HDTV comes with some extra features to make your TV experience more enjoyable. They are described as follows: 1. Multimedia: This feature allows using storage devices such as a portable hard drive or thumb drive or card reader as long as it is a FAT32 formatted device to display the pictures (JPEG files) and play music (MP3 files) or a combination of both (pictures and music) as a slide show.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 6. Pause-Live-TV (PLT): This feature allows the viewer to pause the program (either from cable service without set-top box, or antenna) being watched and then to resume watching it at the point the TV was paused.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting Settings When viewing DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, or AV, or Storage Device source, the following picture adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. The feature and parameter you are selecting to adjust is displayed in orange text in left-hand side of the OSD.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting Channels settings If you did not set up your HDTV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens or if your setup has changed, you can do so from the TV menu. Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments. Press ! to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting the Picture When viewing DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, or AV source, the following picture adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. The source you are viewing is displayed in orange text in the bottom left-hand corner of the OSD. Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting the Picture Settings Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments. Press ! to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to exit the OSD. The options of Home, Movie, Vivid and Game are preset settings; if you desire to change the look of the image being viewed selecting Custom will open the menu to make the changes.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting the Audio Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following audio adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. The source you are viewing is displayed in orange text in the bottom left-hand corner of the OSD. Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting the Parental Control settings When viewing a DTV / TV or a component, or AV source, the following parental control OSD screens are available within the Parental Control OSD menu. Parental Control options are not available when viewing an HDMI source. You can restrict certain channel and program viewing by turning on parental controls. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual The following options are available Ratings Locks menu: 1. Block Unrated Shows – This option allows blocking of unrated content. 2. USA - TV – This option allows blocking of selected TV or Cable channels based on ratings established for US broadcasts. Select the desired rating and press MENU/SELECT to block (lock) or unblock (unlock).
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 3. USA - Movie – This option allows blocking of movies based on ratings established by the MPAA. Select the desired rating and press MENU/SELECT to block (locked) or unblock (unlocked). Movie Rating Definitions: G – General audience PG – Parental guidance suggested PG-13 – Recommended for children 13 years of age or older R – Mature audience NC-17 – No one under 17 years of age X – No one under 17 years of age 4.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 5. CAN – English – This option allows blocking of selected Canadian English TV or Cable channels based on age Movie Rating Definitions: C – Children C8+ – Children 8 years or older G – General programming, suitable for all audiences PG – Parental guidance 14+ – Viewers 14 years or older 18+ – Adults programming 6. Access Code Edit - The Access Code Edit option lets you change the password used to access the Parental menu. The default password from the factory is 5351.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Adjusting the Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following setup adjustment OSD screens are available when you press MENU/SELECT on the remote control. NOTE: When a computer is the source, the CC option is not available. Press # / $ / ! / " to highlight and select the choice, then press MENU/SELECT key to select the desired adjustment, and the press the EXIT key when finished making adjustments.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual PIP (Picture-in-Picture) This option sets the parameters for a second (sub) screen, allowing two sources to be viewed simultaneously. Press the PIP key to activate this feature, a sub-screen will come up on the bottom right hand side corner of the TV display. Press SWAP key to switch between main and PIP screen. The following options are available and applicable to the PIP option menu: 1.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Understanding Viewing Modes Your HDTV features the following viewing modes. Expanded Mode 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. These movies were originally filmed in 16:9 (widescreen), and then modified to fit a traditional TV screen (4:3).
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Important 1. 2. Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the TV. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen and remote control, and cause paint to peel. Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control 3. 4. Use a soft cloth for cleaning.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Problem Solution Press the INPUT button on the TV or the Remote. Check the input connections. Power is ON screen image. but no Make sure any cable attached to the TV is connected to the correct output from a Set-Top Box, DVD, etc. Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight. Check Input settings. Wrong or abnormal colors appear. Check Color and tint settings in Picture Menu. Reset Picture settings.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Problem Solution You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. Make sure that the volume is not turned down. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly. The TV has pixels that are always dark or colored. Your LCD HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology, however, sometimes some pixels of your LCD HDTV may not display.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA Canada Germany UK Japan UL CSA VDE BASE/BS 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.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information Specifications for VT420M Specifications Panel 42” Diagonal (42.02” Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4845mm x 0.4845mm Display Compatibility 1080P (Full HDTV) Colors 1.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Specifications for VT470M Specifications Panel 47” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.5415mm x 0.5415mm Display Compatibility 1080P (Full HDTV) Colors 1.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio”, that is, the screen width as compared to its height. For example, a “32 inch TV screen” would be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall. Aspect Ratio (16x9): “Wide screen TV” aspect ratio which is more like a movie screen than a traditional TV.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Limited Product Warranty VIZIO provides a “ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY” against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of a new VIZIO display purchased from an authorized VIZIO U.S. reseller and used in the fifty (50) United States or Puerto Rico. VIZIO's Responsibility VIZIO displays purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U.S.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING VIZIO'S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DISPLAY.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual On-site repair service is requested through VIZIO's third-party service provider. After VIZIO provides the customer with the on-site repair (OSR) authorization number, the third-party service provider will contact the customer and will schedule the repair at the customer's location.
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Index A! AC IN jack, 14 access code changing, 48 Accessories, 8 Adjustments Selecting the Screen Size, 58 Volume, 12, 52 antenna setting as TV signal source, 41 antenna jack, 13 audio settings adjusting, 44 speakers, 44 surround mode, 44 AV In jack, 13 B! backlight adjusting, 43 blocking channels, 45 brightness adjusting, 43 C! cable setting as TV signal source, 41 CC (Closed Caption) selecting, 49 channel block selecting, 45 channels deleting, 41 searching for, 41 Cleanin
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual O! S! On-Screen Display, 37 selecting language, 49 OSD, 37 Brightness Adjustment, 56, 57 Color Adjustment, 17 Contrast Adjustment, 56, 57 selecting language, 49 Outputs Using an external Receiver/Amp, 29 safety instructions, 2 SAP selecting, 41 Screen Size explanation, 51 setup menu closed caption, 49 language, 49 options, 49 reset all setting, 49 sleep timer, 49 sharpness adjusting, 43 sleep timer setting, 49 speakers turning off and on, 44 surround mode turning off and
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