Vizio E421VL, E470VL, E551VL Lcd Hdtv User Manual

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Dear VIZIO Customer, 
Congratulations on your new VIZIO E421VL, E470VL,  or E551VL television purchase. To get the most 
out of your new VIZIO HDTV, read t hese instructions

 before making any  adjus

tments, 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 installati on services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website 
at 
www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at ( 888) 849-4623. 
We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website 
www.VIZIO.com or fill out and mail 
your registration card.  For peace of mind and to pr otect your investment beyond the standard warranty, 
VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plan s. 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 _____________________ 
 
VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc.  
HDMI logo and “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. 
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. 
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 
and    are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.  
TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are in corporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. 
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory def ault (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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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. 
 
•  To reduce the risk of electric shock or  component damage, switch off the power before 
connecting other components to your HDTV. 
•   Unplug the power cord before cleaning your HDTV. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning your 
HDTV. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning your HDTV. Do not use abrasive 
cleaners. 
•   Always use the accessories recommended by  the manufacturer to insure compatibility. 
•   When moving your HDTV from an area  of low temperature to an area of high 
temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on 
your HDTV to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage. 
•   Use only with the cart, stand, tri pod, bracket, or table specified by 
manufacturer or sold with your HDTV.  When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/HDTV combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Do not place 
your HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If your HDTV falls, it can injure a person and 
cause serious damage to your HDTV. Use  only a cart or stand recommended by the 
manufacturer or sold with your HDTV. 
•   A distance of at least three feet should be maintained between your HDTV and any heat source, 
such as a radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc.   Do not install your HDTV close to smoke. 
Operating your HDTV close to smoke or mois ture may cause fire or electric shock. 
•   Slots and openings in the back and bottom of t he cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure 
reliable operation of your HDTV and to protect it  from overheating, be sure these openings are 
not blocked or covered. Do not place your  HDTV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper 
ventilation is provided. 
•   Never push any object into the slots and openings on your HDTV cabinet. Do not place any 
objects on the top of your HDTV. Doing so could shor t circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. 
Never spill liquids on your HDTV. 
•   Your HDTV should be operated only from the ty pe of power source indicated on the label. If you 
are not sure of the type of power supplied to y our home, consult your dealer or local power 
company. 
•   Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your  HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the 
display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not co ver user abuse or improper installations. 
•   The power cord must be replaced when using di fferent voltage than the voltage specified. For 
more information, contact your dealer. 
•   Your HDTV is equipped with a  three-pronged grounded plug (a plug with a third grounding 
pin) . This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If your outlet 
does not accommodate the three-pronged, have an electrician install the correct outlet, or use an 
adapter to ground your HDTV safely.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug.  
•   When connected to a power outlet, power is always  flowing into your HDTV. To totally disconnect 
power, unplug the power cord. 
•  The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of un-isolated, dangerous 
voltage within the inside of your HDTV that may be of 
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to 
persons. 
•   The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to 
the presence of important operating and se rvicing instructions in the literature 
accompanying your HDTV. 
•   Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Ov erloading can result in fire or electric shock.   
						

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  The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. 
•   Only power of the marked voltage can be us ed 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 wh en it will not be used for long period of time. 
This will protect your HDTV from damage due to power surges. 
•   Do not attempt to repair or service your HDTV yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may 
expose you to high voltages, electric shock, and ot her hazards. If repair is required, contact your 
dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 
•   Keep your HDTV away from moisture. Do not expose your HDTV to rain  or moisture. If water 
penetrates into your HDTV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in 
this case may result in fire or electric shock. 
•   Do not use your HDTV if any abnormality occu rs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug 
the power cord and contact your dealer immediatel y. Do not try to repair your HDTV yourself. 
•   Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your HDTV is dropped and the housing is 
damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately 
and contact your dealer for repair.  Continued use of your HDTV may cause fire or electric shock. 
•   Do not install your HDTV in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your HDTV in 
environments with heavy dust or high humidi ty may cause fire or electric shock. 
•   Follow instructions for moving your HDTV. Ensure  that the power cord and any other cables are 
unplugged before moving your HDTV. 
•   When unplugging your HDTV, hold the power plug , not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may 
damage the wires in side the cord and cause fire or electr ic shock. When your HDTV will not be 
used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord. 
•   To reduce risk of electric shock,  do not touch the connector with wet hands. 
•   Insert batteries in accordance with instructions . Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to 
leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 
•   If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: 
o  The power cord fails or frays. 
o   Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV. 
o   Your HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture. 
o   Your HDTV is dropped or damaged in any way. 
o   The performance of your  HDTV changes substantially. 
  
						

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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. 
 
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/N FPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper 
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,  grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge 
unit, size of the grounding conductors, location  of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding 
electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. 
 
Lightning Protection 
For added protection of the TV during 
a lightning storm or when it is left 
unattended or unused for long periods 
of time, unplug the TV from the wall 
outlet and disconnect the antenna or 
cable system. 
 
Power Lines 
Do not locate the antenna near 
overhead light or power circuits, or 
where it could fall into such power 
lines or circuits. 
 
Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building 
installation.  
  
						

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Advisory of the DTV Transition  
The nationwide switch to digital television broadcas ting 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. Analog-only TVs should continue to wo rk as before to receive low power, Class A or 
translator television stations and with cable and sa tellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD 
players, and similar products. 
 
For additional information, contact the  parties listed below, as appropriate: 
 
FCC (US Federal Communications Commission) 
http://www.fcc.gov/ 
Phone:  1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) 
TTY:  1-888-TELL-FCC (1-888-835-5322)  
Fax:  1-866-418-0232  
E-mail: [email protected] 
 
NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration) 
http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 
1-888-DTV-2009 
 
Listings of US Television Stations 
http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm   
 
Note:  Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of receiving Digita l Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is 
required. 
 
  
						

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Table of Contents 
Important Safety Instructions........................................................................\
.......................... ................... 2 
Television Antenna Connection Protection ........................................................................\
............... ........ 4 
Advisory of the DTV Transition........................................................................\
......................... ................. 5 
CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV ........................................................................\
........... 10 
Attaching the E421VL TV Stand........................................................................\
.......................... ............ 11 
Attaching the E470VL TV Stand........................................................................\
.......................... ............ 12 
Wall Mounting your HDTV ........................................................................\
................................ ............... 13 
CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................... 14 
Front Panel ........................................................................\
............................................ .......................... 14 
Side Panel Controls ........................................................................\
.................................... ..................... 14 
Side Panel Connection ........................................................................\
.................................. .................. 14 
Rear Panel Connections.............................................................\
............................................ ................. 15 
CHAPTER 3  VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................................\
......... 16 
Installing the Batteries ........................................................................\
............................... ...................... 16 
Remote Control Range ........................................................................\
................................... ................. 16 
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ........................................................................\
....................... .......... 16 
E421VL Remote Control Buttons ........................................................................\
.......................... .......... 17 
E470VL & E551VL Remote Control Buttons ........................................................................\
................. .. 18 
CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED........................................................................\
..................... 19 
CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME ....................................................... 20 
Select Input Source ........................................................................\
.................................... ..................... 20 
Watching a TV Program ........................................................................\
.................................. ................ 20 
Viewing Digital TV Program Information ........................................................................\
................. ........ 21 
CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT ........................................................................\
........ 22 
Which Video Connection Should I Use? ........................................................................\
................... ...... 22 
Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box ........................................................................\
................. ......... 23 
Using HDMI (Best) ........................................................................\
...................................... ................. 23 
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI ................................................................... 23 
Using Component  Video (Better) ........................................................................\
......................... ........ 24 
Using Composite Video (Good) ........................................................................\
........................... ........ 24 
Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good)........................................................................\
......................... ......... 24 
Connecting Your DVD Player ........................................................................\
............................. ............. 25 
Using HDMI (Best) ........................................................................\
...................................... ................. 25 
HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI ........................................................................\
............. 2 5 
Using Component Video (Better) ........................................................................\
......................... ........ 26 
Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) ........................................................................\
...................... ..... 26 
Connecting Coaxial (RF) ........................................................................\
................................ ................. 27 
Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV ......................................................... 27 
Connecting Your VC R or Video Camera ........................................................................\
.................... ..... 27 
Connecting a Home Theater System ........................................................................\
....................... ....... 28 
Using RCA ........................................................................\
.............................................. ......................... 28 
Using Optical (S/PDIF) ........................................................................\
................................. ................... 28 
Connecting a Computer................................................................\
.......................................... ................. 29 
Using RGB (VGA) ........................................................................\
........................................ ................ 29 
Using HDMI........................................................................\
............................................. ..................... 29 
CHAPTER 7 VIEWING PICTURES ........................................................................\
.................... 30 
Viewing Pictures ........................................................................\
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w Mode........................................................................\
......................................... .................. 31
 
Repeat........................................................................\
................................................. ......................... 31 
Sort By ........................................................................\
......................................................................... 31 
Duration ........................................................................\
............................................... ........................ 31 
Slideshow Effect ........................................................................\
....................................... ................... 31 
Thumbnail Size ........................................................................\
......................................... ................... 31 
Info ........................................................................\
................................................... ............................ 31 
CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS ................................................................. 32 
Using the On-screen Display (OSD) ........................................................................\
...................... ......... 32 
Input Menu........................................................................\
............................................. .......................... 32 
Wide Menu ........................................................................\
.............................................. ........................ 33 
Normal..................................................................\
....................................................... ......................... 33 
Wide ........................................................................\
............................................................................. 33 
Zoom ........................................................................\
................................................... ......................... 33 
Panoramic ........................................................................\
.............................................. ...................... 33 
Stretch ........................................................................\
.......................................................................... 33 
CC (Closed Caption) Menu ........................................................................\
............................... .............. 34 
Analog Closed Caption ........................................................................\
.................................. .............. 34 
Digital Closed Caption ........................................................................\
................................. ................ 34 
Digital CC Style ........................................................................\
....................................... ..................... 34 
Sleep Timer Menu ........................................................................\
....................................... .................... 34 
Picture Menu ........................................................................\
........................................... ........................ 34 
Picture Mode ........................................................................\
........................................... ..................... 34 
Backlight ........................................................................\
.............................................. ........................ 34 
Brightness ........................................................................\
............................................. ....................... 34 
Contrast ........................................................................\
....................................................................... 35 
Color...................................................................\
.................................................................................. 35 
Tint ........................................................................\
............................................................................... 35 
Sharpness ........................................................................\
.............................................. ...................... 35 
More ........................................................................\
............................................................................. 35 
PIP Menu ........................................................................\
............................................... .......................... 37 
PIP Mode ........................................................................\
............................................... ...................... 37 
Source ........................................................................\
.......................................................................... 37 
Position ........................................................................\
........................................................................ 37 
Size ........................................................................\
.............................................................................. 37 
Audio ........................................................................\
.................................................. .......................... 37 
Settings Menu........................................................................\
.......................................... ........................ 38 
Audio Menu ........................................................................\
.................................................................. 38 
Tuner ........................................................................\
............................................................................ 40 
Name Input ........................................................................\
............................................. ..................... 41 
Parental Controls ........................................................................\
...................................... ................... 41 
Menu Language ........................................................................\
.......................................... ................. 43 
Time & Local Settings ........................................................................\
.................................. ................ 43 
CEC.....................................................................\
....................................................... .......................... 44 
Media Menu ........................................................................\
............................................. ........................ 44 
Slideshow Mode........................................................................\
......................................... .................. 44 
Repeat........................................................................\
................................................. ......................... 44 
Sort By ........................................................................\
......................................................................... 44 
Duration ........................................................................\
............................................... ........................ 45 
Slideshow Effect ........................................................................\
....................................... ................... 45 
Thumbnail Size ........................................................................\
......................................... ................... 45 
Info ........................................................................\
................................................... ............................ 45 
Help Menu ........................................................................\
.............................................. ......................... 45 
System Info ........................................................................\
.................................................................. 45 
Reset TV Settings ........................................................................\
...................................... .................. 45  
						

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Clear Memory (Fac
tory Default) ........................................................................\
......................... ......... 45
 
Start Setup Wizard ........................................................................\
..................................... .................. 45 
CHAPTER 9 PROGRAMMING THE VIZIO UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL ....................... 46 
Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote ........................................................................\
.................. ......... 46 
Programming other devices ........................................................................\
.............................. ........... 46 
Programming your Blu-Ray or DVD Player ........................................................................\
................. 46 
Programming your Home Theater System ........................................................................\
.................. 4 6 
Programming your Cable or Satellite Set-Top Box........................................................................\
...... 47 
Searching for  Device Codes ........................................................................\
............................. ........... 47 
Reset Remote to Factory Settings ........................................................................\
....................... ........... 47 
Remote Control Codes ........................................................................\
................................... ................. 48 
Television Codes ........................................................................\
....................................... .................. 48 
Cable Box Codes ........................................................................\
........................................ .................50 
Converters.50
Decoders .........................................................................................................................................50 
       IPTV..................................................................................................................................................50  
       Satellite Receiv er Codes.................................................................................................... ............... 50        PVR Codes.................................................................................................................... .................... 51
       Blu-Ray DVD Codes.........................................................................................................................51
       DVD/VCR Player Codes...................................................................................................................51 
       DVD Player Codes............................................................................................................ ................ 51        Amplifier / Receiver / Tuner Codes................................................................................................... 52
       Satellite Receiver Codes..................................................................................................................53         Audio Accessory Codes....................................................................................................... .............53
       Video Accessory Codes...................................................................................................................54 
       VCR Codes................................................................................................................... ....................54 
       CHAPTER 10 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................56 
       Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ........................................................................\
..................... ........56 
       Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................\
.................................. ..................56 
       Telephone & Tech nical Support ........................................................................\
.......................... ............59 
       Compliance........................................................................\
............................................. .........................59 
       FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ........................................................................\
............... ....59 
       CHAPTER 11 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................\
...................... 60 
       E421VL Specifications......................................................................\
.................................... ................... 60 
       E470VL Specifications......................................................................\
.................................... ................... 61 
       E551VL Specifications......................................................................\
.................................... ................... 62 
       Preset PC Resolutions ........................................................................\
.................................. ..................64 
       Resolution thr ough RGB Input ........................................................................\
........................... .............64 
       WARRANTY ........................................................................\
............................................... ........65 
       INDEX ........................................................................\
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Opening the Package 
Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are ca refully 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 glass surface can easily be scratched or brok en, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your 
HDTV with the glass facing downwards  on a surface without protective padding. 
  
IMPORTANT:  Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. 
 
 
Package Contents 
•   VIZIO E421VL or E470VL or E551VL 
•   VIZIO remote control VR15 (E421VL only) 
•   VIZIO remote control VUR13M (E470VL and 
E551VL only) 
•   AA batteries for the VR15 remote control (2) 
•   AAA batteries for the VUR13M remote control (2) 
•  Power cord 
•   Detachable base with thumbscrew (E421VL and 
E470VL only) 
•   This user manual 
•  Quick Setup Guide 
•  Registration Card 
 
 
 
HDTV Accessories and Services 
Additional certified accessories for your  HDTV are sold separately, including: 
•  Wall mounts 
•  High Definition cables 
•   Extra or replacement remote controls 
•  Sound Bars 
•  Blu-ray DVD Players 
 
VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your HDTV. 
 
To purchase or inquire about additional accessories a nd services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website 
at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at  877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). 
 
 
 
Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV (including game controllers).  
This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover 
user abuse or improper installations.