Vizio M260MV User manual

VIZIO M260MV User Manual
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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO M260MV 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 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 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 _____________________
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 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.
THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS;
IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE
AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. © 2010 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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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 instructions 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.
Warning:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before
connecting other components to your HDTV.
Unplug the AC 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, tripod, 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 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 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 short circuit parts causing a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquids on your HDTV.
Your HDTV 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 HDTV. 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.
Your HDTV is equipped with an AC power cord. 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 servicing instructions in

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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. 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. 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 other 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 occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes
apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. 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 humidity 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 AC power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power
cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric 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:
oThe power cord fails or frays.
oLiquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV.
oYour HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture.
oYour HDTV is dropped or damaged in any way.
oThe 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/NFPSA 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.
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. Analog-only TVs should continue to work as
before to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and
satellite 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 HDTV comes with a built-in tuner capable of processing digital broadcasts. No extra
converter box is needed.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 2
Television Antenna Connection Protection ................................................................................................... 4
Advisory of the DTV Transition ..................................................................................................................... 4
CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV..................................................................................................... 8
Attaching the TV Stand ................................................................................................................................. 8
Unpack the TV and stand base: .............................................................................................................................8
Attach the TV stand base: ......................................................................................................................................8
Wall Mounting Your HDTV............................................................................................................................ 9
CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS.......................................................................... 10
Front Panel.................................................................................................................................................. 10
Rear Panel Connections ............................................................................................................................. 11
CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL ..................................................................................................12
Installing the Batteries................................................................................................................................. 12
Remote Control Range ............................................................................................................................... 12
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ............................................................................................................ 12
Remote Control Buttons.............................................................................................................................. 13
CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED............................................................................................................. 14
CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME ....................................................................... 15
Select Input Source..................................................................................................................................... 15
Watching a TV Program.............................................................................................................................. 15
Viewing Digital TV Program Information ..................................................................................................... 16
INFO Button .........................................................................................................................................................16
CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................ 17
Which Video Connection Should I Use ? .................................................................................................... 17
Using HDMI (Best) ...............................................................................................................................................18
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI ....................................................................................18
Using Component Video (Better) .........................................................................................................................19
Using S-Video (Better) .........................................................................................................................................19
Using Composite Video (Compatible) ..................................................................................................................20
Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible) .................................................................................................................20
Connecting Your DVD Player ..................................................................................................................... 21
Using HDMI (Best) ...............................................................................................................................................21
HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI ......................................................................................................21
Using Component Video (Better) .........................................................................................................................22
Using S-Video (Better) .........................................................................................................................................22
Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) ..........................................................................................................23
Connecting Coaxial (RF)............................................................................................................................. 23
Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV.....................................................................23
Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera .................................................................................................... 24
Using S-VIDEO ....................................................................................................................................................24
Using AV ..............................................................................................................................................................24
Connecting a Home Theater System......................................................................................................... 25
Connecting a Computer .............................................................................................................................. 25
CHAPTER 7 VIEWING PICTURES............................................................................................................ 26
Viewing Photos ........................................................................................................................................... 26
CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS ................................................................................ 27
Using the HDTV Settings App..................................................................................................................... 27
Input Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 27
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