Vizio M421VT Razor LED User manual

VIZIO M421VT User Manual
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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO M421VT 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 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.
WARNING:
•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, 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 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 servicing instructions in the literature
accompanying your HDTV.

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•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 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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FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners
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.

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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: [phone]
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 Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is
required.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................................................... 2
FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners.............................................................................................................. 4
Advisory of the DTV Transition.................................................................................................................. 5
CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV...................................................................................10
Finding a Location for Your HDTV .......................................................................................................... 10
Wall Mounting Your HDTV ...................................................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS..........................................................13
Front Panel .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Side Panel Controls................................................................................................................................. 13
Rear and Side Panel Connections .......................................................................................................... 14
CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL ..................................................................................15
Installing the Batteries ............................................................................................................................. 15
Activating Your Bluetooth Remote .......................................................................................................... 15
Remote Control Buttons .......................................................................................................................... 16
Basic TV Functions .............................................................................................................................. 16
A/V Functions....................................................................................................................................... 17
VIA Functions....................................................................................................................................... 17
Making it Your Universal Remote............................................................................................................ 18
Remote Control Range............................................................................................................................ 18
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions......................................................................................................... 18
CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED.............................................................................................19
USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME.............................................................................20
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................................................................... 20
Select Input Source ................................................................................................................................. 20
Watching a TV Program .......................................................................................................................... 20
Viewing Digital TV Program Information ................................................................................................. 21
Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ....................................................................................................... 22
CHAPTER 5 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT ................................................................................23
Which Video Connection Should I Use? ................................................................................................. 23
Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box .................................................................................................. 24
Using HDMI (Best) ............................................................................................................................... 24
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI ................................................................... 24
Using Component Video (Better)......................................................................................................... 25
Using Composite Video (Good) ........................................................................................................... 25
Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good).......................................................................................................... 25
Connecting Your DVD Player.................................................................................................................. 26
Using HDMI (Best) ............................................................................................................................... 26
HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI ..................................................................................... 26
Using Component Video (Better)......................................................................................................... 27
Using Composite (AV) Video (Good)................................................................................................... 27
Connecting Coaxial (RF) ......................................................................................................................... 28
Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV ......................................................... 28
Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera................................................................................................. 28
Connecting a Home Theater System ...................................................................................................... 29
Using Analog 1/8” Stereo Jack Adapter .................................................................................................. 29
Connecting the cables ......................................................................................................................... 29
Turning TV speakers off....................................................................................................................... 29
Using Optical (S/PDIF) ............................................................................................................................ 29

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Connecting a Computer........................................................................................................................... 30
RGB (VGA) .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Using HDMI.......................................................................................................................................... 30
Ethernet Connection................................................................................................................................ 31
CHAPTER 6 USING VIA ............................................................................................................32
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................................................................... 32
Navigating the VIA Dock ......................................................................................................................... 32
Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ............................................................................................................. 33
Navigating Apps................................................................................................................................... 33
Adding Apps......................................................................................................................................... 33
Using Profiles....................................................................................................................................... 34
Updating your TV..................................................................................................................................... 35
CHAPTER 7 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS.................................................................36
Using the On-screen Display (OSD) ....................................................................................................... 36
Input Menu............................................................................................................................................... 36
Wide Menu .............................................................................................................................................. 37
CC (Closed Caption) Menu ..................................................................................................................... 38
Analog Closed Caption ........................................................................................................................ 38
Digital Closed Caption ......................................................................................................................... 38
Digital CC Style.................................................................................................................................... 38
Sleep Timer Menu ................................................................................................................................... 38
TV Settings Menu .................................................................................................................................... 38
Input Source......................................................................................................................................... 38
Picture.................................................................................................................................................. 39
Audio.................................................................................................................................................... 41
Tuner.................................................................................................................................................... 43
Name Input .......................................................................................................................................... 44
Device Setup........................................................................................................................................ 45
Parental Controls ................................................................................................................................. 46
Menu Language ................................................................................................................................... 48
Time & Local Settings .......................................................................................................................... 48
PIP Menu................................................................................................................................................. 49
PIP Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 49
Source.................................................................................................................................................. 49
Position ................................................................................................................................................ 49
Size ...................................................................................................................................................... 49
Audio.................................................................................................................................................... 49
Network Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 50
Wired Connection ................................................................................................................................ 50
Manual Setup....................................................................................................................................... 50
Wireless Connection ............................................................................................................................ 50
Bluetooth Menu.................................................................................................................................... 51
Help Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 52
System Info .......................................................................................................................................... 52
Reset TV Settings ................................................................................................................................ 52
Clear Memory (Factory Default) .......................................................................................................... 52
Guided Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 52
CHAPTER 8 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................53
Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ..................................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................................ 53
TV/Display Troubleshooting................................................................................................................. 53
Audio Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 56

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Bluetooth Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 56
VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 56
Remote Control Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 57
Internet Connection Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 57
Media Viewer Troubleshooting (Future Implementation)..................................................................... 58
Telephone & Technical Support .............................................................................................................. 58
Compliance.............................................................................................................................................. 59
FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ........................................................................................... 59
CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................60
M421VT Specifications............................................................................................. 60
Preset PC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................ 61
Resolution through RGB Input ................................................................................................................ 62
WARRANTY ...............................................................................................................................63

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Opening the Package
Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been
designed to protect it from transportation damage. After you have opened the carton, check that your
HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included.
The screen can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV
with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping.
Package Contents
•VIZIO M421VT
•VIZIO remote control VUR10
•AA batteries for the remote
control (2)
•Detachable base and thumb
screws (4)
•Power cord
•VIZIO cloth
•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 and 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.

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Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV
Finding a Location for Your HDTV
•Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV.
•The power consumption of your HDTV is about 92.23W.
oUse the included power cord.
oWhen an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The 3-
pronged cord must be grounded and the grounding feature (3rd prong) must not be
compromised.
•To take full advantage of your TV, you will need an Internet connection. Set up the Internet
connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your
HDTV has 802.11n single-band wireless built-in (which is also compatible with 802.11b and
802.11g wireless networks), so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless
home network. Or you can connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your
Internet connection to the Ethernet port on your HDTV. A wired connection may provide a more
consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment See Network Menu
on page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
•Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping.
•For proper ventilation, you must allow space between the back of your HDTV and the wall.
•Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the
service life of the electronic components.
•Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent
poor ventilation and excessive component damage.
•If you want to mount your HDTV on the wall, see below for additional information.
VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Contact VIZIO for more
information on these services at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com.