VISIO Co-Star LT User manual

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Co-Star™ LT Stream Player

• 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 Player that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or
electric shock.
• The wall socket should be installed near your Player and easily accessible.
• Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your Player.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 Player during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of
time.This will protect your Player from damage due to power surges.
• Do not attempt to repair or service your Player yourself. Opening or removing the back
cover may expose you to high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is
required, contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• WARNING: Keep your Player away from moisture. Do not expose your Player to rain or
moisture. If water penetrates into your Player, unplug the power cord and contact your
dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use your Player if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes
apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to
repair your Player yourself.
• Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your Player 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
Player may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not install your Player in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your
Player in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
• Follow instructions for moving your Player. Ensure that the power cord and any other
cables are unplugged before moving your Player.
• When unplugging your Player, hold the AC/DC power adapter, not the cord. Pulling on
the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock.
When your Player 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. Do not
expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer:
- The power cord fails or frays.
- Liquid sprays or any object drops into your Player.
- Your Player is exposed to rain or other moisture.
- Your Player is dropped or damaged in any way.
- The performance of your Player changes substantially.
• This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
• CAUTION - These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.To
reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained
in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Your Player is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse
may result in electric shock or fire.To prevent your Player from being damaged, the
following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of
your Player. Read the following safety instructions before operating your Player. 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 Player.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.A polarized
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has
been dropped.
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning your Player.
• When moving your Player from an area of low temperature to an area of high
temperature, condensation may form in the housing.Wait before turning on your Player
to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.
• A distance of at least three feet should be maintained between your Player and any
heat source, such as a radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install your Player
close to smoke. Operating your Player close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or
electric shock.
• Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation.
To ensure reliable operation of your Player and to protect it from overheating, be sure
these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place your Player in a bookcase or
cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push any object into the slots and openings on your Player cabinet. Do not place
any objects on the top of your Player. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquids on your Player.
• Your Player should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer
or local power company.
• Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your Player.This may compromise the integrity
of the display.The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper
installations.
• The power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage
specified. For more information, contact your dealer.
• When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your Player.To totally
disconnect power, unplug the power cord.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Package Contents ................................................................................................. 2
You Will Need ......................................................................................................... 3
Getting to Know Your Stream Player ...................................................................... 4
Before You Begin..................................................................................................... 6
Connecting Your Stream Player ............................................................................. 7
First-Time Setup ...................................................................................................... 12
Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus™(V.I.A. Plus)........................................................... 16
Opening the V.I.A. Plus App Dock .................................................................................................16
Using the Fullscreen V.I.A. Apps Window....................................................................................... 17
Fullscreen V.I.A. Apps Window Overview ....................................................................................... 18
Adding Apps to Your Stream Player ..............................................................................................19
Deleting an App from Your Stream Player.....................................................................................20
Moving Apps on the Stream Player...............................................................................................21
Using the On-Screen Menu.................................................................................... 22
Navigating the On-Screen Menu..................................................................................................22
Adjusting the Audio Settings.........................................................................................................23
Using the Network Connection Menu........................................................................................... 24
Connecting to a Wireless Network .............................................................................................24
Changing the Manual Setup Settings .......................................................................................25
Connecting to a Hidden Network..............................................................................................26
Testing Your Network Connection ..............................................................................................26
Changing the Stream Player System Settings...............................................................................27
Displaying System Information................................................................................................... 27
Changing the On-Screen Menu Language ..............................................................................28
Setting the Time and Local Settings:..........................................................................................28
Change the Output Video Resolution .......................................................................................29
Setting the Screen Saver Settings ..............................................................................................29
Resetting the Stream Player to Factory Default Settings............................................................30
Using the Guided Setup Menu .....................................................................................................31
Viewing the On-Screen User Manual............................................................................................32
Setting the Stream Player to Standby Mode.................................................................................32
Playing USB Media ................................................................................................. 33
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................... 34
Legal / Compliance .............................................................................................. 35
Limited Warranty & Specifications.......................................................................... 37

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Remote with Batteries Power Adapter Quick Start Guide
VIZIO Co-Star™ LT Stream Player
OK

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HD Cable or Satellite Box
with an available HDMI port
A second
HDMI Cable
HDTV with an available
HDMI input port
HDMI Cable Internet connection
(Wi-Fi)
*For the best online experience, you should have a high-speed internet connection with speeds of 1Mbps or higher.
YOU WILL NEED
FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE,YOU SHOULD HAVE
High-Speed Internet
connection*

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HDMI In HDMI Out USB DC In
FRONT
BACK
IR Receiver
LED Indicator
(On bottom)
Ventilation Slots
Did you notice that the Co-Star™Stream player does not have
a power button? Leave it plugged in to receive automatic
software updates.See Power Mode on page 13 for more options.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STREAM PLAYER

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OK
APP SHORTCUTS
Press to quickly open
the selected app
LEFT/RIGHT ARROW
Navigate menus
Hold left arrow to rewind
Hold right arrow to fast forward
BACK
Go to previous screen or menu
(Function may vary by app)
V BUTTON
Press once to open the
VIZIO Internet Apps™
(V.I.A. Plus) dock
Press twice to open the
Full Screen App Window
OK/PLAY/PAUSE
Select the highlighted option
or Play/Pause media playback
UP/DOWN ARROW
Navigate menus
(Functions may vary by app)
EXIT
Close the on-screen menu
or app

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Be sure to give your Stream Player room to breathe.Place it in a well-ventilated area,
away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Do not place on other devices. Do not place in direct sunlight.
Do not place in enclosed spaces. Place in well-ventilated area.

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Connect your cable or satellite box to the Stream Player with an HDMI cable.*
Connect to
HDMI IN
HDMI Cable*HD Cable/Satellite Box
*HDMI cable sold separately.
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If you do not have a Cable/Satellite Box,you can skip this step,
but you will not be able to enjoy the easy access to menus
displayed over your main TV source.
CONNECTING YOUR STREAM PLAYER

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Connect the Stream Player to your TV with an HDMI cable.*
*HDMI cable sold separately.
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Connect to
HDMI OUT
HDMI Cable*

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Connect the power adapter to the Stream Player to DC IN as shown.
Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. The Stream Player
automatically powers on.
Connect to
DC IN

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Locate the arrow on the battery cover and gently slide it away from the
remote with your thumb. Insert the included AAA batteries matching the
+ and — symbols. Gently slide the battery cover back into place.
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Arrow

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If you connected a Cable/Satellite Box, turn it on.Then turn on your TV
and set the TV input to the correct HDMI port.The diagram below shows
the path of the TV signal when all devices are correctly connected.
HDMI Cable
HDMI Cable

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Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight your preferred
language. Press the OK button to continue.
2Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight your country.
Press the OK button to continue.
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FIRST-TIME SETUP

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3Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight your preferred
power mode. Press the OK button to continue.
Power
Mode Description
Quick Start
The Co-Star LT™Stream Player is always on, instantly ready
to start streaming and receive automatic updates.
Eco Mode
The Co-Star LT™Stream Player automatically enters
a low-power standby mode if a compatible TV* is
powered off. Press any button on the stream player’s
remote control to exit the standby mode.
*HDTVs with HDMI-CEC function enabled will automatically send a standby signal.
HDMI-CEC function naming may vary by TV manufacturer. See your TV's user manual.

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5Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight your wireless
network. Press the OK button to continue.
4Adjust the picture size to best fit your TV. Press and hold the Arrow
buttons on the remote control until the white space disappears. Press
the OK button to continue.

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6Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to enter your wireless
network password.When you are finished, highlight Connect and press
the OK button to continue.
Use the Arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight I Accept to
accept the terms of service and press OK. Use the on-screen keyboard
to register your Co-Star LT™. First-time setup is complete.

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VIZIO Internet Apps™(V.I.A.) Plus delivers
popular online content to your Co-Star
LT™.V.I.A.features a selection of Apps that
allow you to watch movies and TV shows,
listen to music, get weather and news
information, and more–all on demand.
V.I.A. Dock
USING VIZIO INTERNET APPS PLUS™(V.I.A. PLUS)
OK
V Button
To open the V.I.A. Plus Dock and launch
an app:
1. Press the VButton on the remote.
2. Highlight a V.I.A.App by scrolling left
and right using the Left/Right Arrow
buttons on the remote. (The highlighted
App is at the center of the dock.)
3. Press the OK button on the remote
to launch the app.
OPENING THE V.I.A. PLUS APP DOCK
Note: Apps displayed are for demonstration purposes only. Availability, amount, and position of apps may vary.

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The fullscreen V.I.A. apps window allows you
to add apps. The apps on the first page are
displayed in the V.I.A. apps dock. Apps on
other pages can be moved to the dock.
To use the V.I.A. Plus Fullscreen Apps
Window:
1. Press the V Button on the remote twice.
Note: Apps displayed are for demonstration purposes only. Availability, amount, and position of apps may vary.
2. Highlight a V.I.A.App by using the Left/
Right Arrow buttons on the remote.
3. Launch a V.I.A.App by highlighting it and
pressing the OK button on the remote.
4. To exit the V.I.A. Plus Apps dock,
press the Exit button on the remote.
USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS WINDOW

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• All Apps - Displays every app
that is available for download.
• Categories - Displays apps
sorted into categories: Spotlight,
Yahoo!, Weather, News and
Finance, Movies and TV, Photos
and Video, Sports, and Music.
• App Info - Displays app
software information and
development settings.
The fullscreen apps window allows you
to add, delete, and move your apps. The
My Apps tab displays apps that are already
installed on your Stream Player. The first four
rows of apps on the page are featured in
the V.I.A. Plus App Dock.
The following tabs are located at the top
of your Fullscreen V.I.A. Apps Window:
• My Apps - Displays apps that are
installed on your Stream Player.
• Featured - Displays apps that are
recommended by Yahoo!
• Latest - Displays apps that were
most recently added to the library
of apps.
Apps with a small lock icon in
the right-hand corner cannot
be deleted.
FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS WINDOW OVERVIEW