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Vizio M321i-A2 User Manual

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VIZIO
USER MANUAL
Model: M321i-A2 & M471i-A2

Table of Contents

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Vizio M321i-A2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display diagonal32 \
LED backlighting type-
Supported video modes1080p
Supported graphics resolutions1920 x 1080 (HD 1080)
3DNo
RMS rated power10 W
Number of speakers2
HDMI ports quantity3
DVI-D ports quantity0
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Product colorBlack
Panel mounting interface100 x 100 mm
Power consumption (standby)1 W
Power consumption (typical)35.01 W
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Package depth136.9 mm
Package width890.02 mm
Package height521.97 mm
Package weight10500 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth (with stand)189.5 mm
Height (with stand)478.03 mm
Weight (with stand)8405 g
Depth (without stand)49.53 mm
Width (without stand)726.7 mm
Height (without stand)433.8 mm
Weight (without stand)6505 g

Summary

Welcome and Introduction

Thank You for Choosing VIZIO

Introductory message and congratulations on purchasing the VIZIO TV.

Product Registration

Instructions for registering your VIZIO product via website or mail for support.

Extended Warranties

Information on VIZIO's extended warranty service plans for additional product coverage.

Manual Navigation Symbols

Explanation of symbols used in the manual for warnings, tips, and important notices.

Important Safety Instructions

General Electrical and Installation Safety

Precautions for safe electrical connection, ventilation, heat, and grounding.

Usage and Handling Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, avoiding moisture, and proper handling of the TV.

Antenna Connection Protection

Lightning Protection

Measures for added protection during lightning storms or extended non-use.

Power Line Safety

Advice on locating antennas away from power lines and ensuring proper grounding.

Installing the TV

Inspecting Package Contents

Verifies all contents are present and undamaged before installation.

Installing the TV Stand

Step-by-step guide to attach the TV stand securely to the television.

Installing the TV on a Wall

Instructions for mounting the TV to a wall using a VESA-compatible bracket.

Controls and Connections

Back Panel Ports

Identifies and explains the function of various input/output ports on the TV's back panel.

Front Panel Components

Details the remote sensor and power indicator located on the front of the TV.

VIZIO Remote Control Overview

Device Power and Input Controls

Explains the function of power, input selection, and A/V control buttons.

Navigation and Menu Controls

Details buttons for menu navigation, information display, and app launching.

Number Pad and Action Buttons

Describes the number pad for channel entry and action buttons like Enter and Dash.

Replacing Remote Batteries

Connecting Your Devices

Connecting External Devices

General steps for connecting devices like cable boxes or game consoles.

Audio/Video Cable Types

Explains AV and Coaxial cable connections and their quality ratings (Good, Better).

Component and HDMI Cable Types

Details Component and HDMI cable connections and their quality ratings (Better, Best).

Connecting an Audio Device

Audio Cable Types

Explains RCA, Optical/SPDIF, and HDMI audio cable connections and their quality.

Connecting with HDMI ARC

Describes how to use the Audio Return Channel (ARC) for audio connections.

Connecting to Your Network

Wired Network Connection

Steps to connect the TV to a home network using an Ethernet cable.

Wireless Network Connection

Steps to connect the TV to a home network wirelessly via Wi-Fi.

Completing the First-Time Setup

TV Signal and Device Setup

Instructions for configuring TV signal sources and setting up connected devices.

Using the On-Screen Menu

Navigating the On-Screen Menu

Explains how to access and navigate through the TV's on-screen menu system.

Changing Input Source

Changing Screen Aspect Ratio

Viewing Video with Menu Open

Adjusting Picture Settings

Adjusting Advanced Picture Settings

Adjusting Professional Picture Settings

Color Channel Control

How to turn individual color channels (Red, Green, Blue) on or off for testing.

11 Point White Balance Adjustment

Adjusting white balance for precise color accuracy.

Adjusting Color Tuner Settings

Color Bar Test Pattern

Flat Test Pattern

Ramp Test Pattern

Creating Custom Picture Modes

Renaming Custom Picture Modes

Locking Custom Picture Modes

Deleting Custom Picture Modes

Adjusting Audio Settings

Setting Up an Audio Device

Changing Equalizer Settings

Selecting Preset Audio Modes

How to choose from pre-defined sound profiles for the equalizer.

Creating Custom Equalizer Settings

How to manually adjust equalizer frequencies to create a custom audio profile.

Deleting Custom Audio Mode

Setting Timers

Setting the Sleep Timer

How to activate the TV's sleep timer to automatically turn off the TV.

Setting the Auto Power Off Feature

How to configure the TV's auto power off function for energy saving.

Network Connection Menu

Connecting to a Wireless Network

Steps to connect the TV to a broadcast wireless network via SSID and password.

Manual Network Setup

How to manually configure network settings like IP address and DNS server.

Finding MAC Addresses

Connecting to a Hidden Network

Testing Network Connection

Setting Up the Tuner

Selecting a Tuner Input

How to choose between Antenna or Cable input for tuner operation.

Scanning for Channels

How to perform an automatic channel scan to find available TV channels.

Adding New Channels

Adding a Range of Channels

How to scan for channels within a specific range using Partial Channel Scan.

Adding a Single Analog Channel

How to add a single analog channel manually.

Skipping Channels

Listening to Alternate Audio

Analog Audio Language

How to select alternate audio languages for analog broadcasts using SAP.

Digital Audio Language

How to select alternate audio languages for digital broadcasts.

Setting Up Closed Captioning

Activating/Deactivating Closed Captions

How to turn closed captioning on or off for programs.

Digital Closed Caption Appearance

How to customize the display of digital closed captions (text style, color, etc.).

Caption Appearance Settings

Details background color, opacity, and window color/opacity for closed captions.

Setting Up Devices

Pairing a VIZIO Remote Control

Instructions for pairing the VIZIO TV remote control with the TV.

Pairing a New Device

How to pair external devices (e.g., Blu-ray player) with the VIZIO TV remote for control.

Selecting Device Model and Manual Code Entry

Steps for selecting a device model and entering remote codes if automatic pairing fails.

Unpairing a Device

Renaming Devices on Input Menu

Changing TV Settings

Viewing System Information

How to access and view a summary of the TV's current settings and status.

Using Parental Controls

Enabling Program Ratings

How to enable or disable program rating features for content management.

Locking and Unlocking Channels

How to lock or unlock specific TV channels to restrict viewing.

Blocking Content by Rating

How to block specific programs based on their rating using the Rating Block feature.

Changing Parental Control PIN

How to change the parental control PIN to prevent unauthorized access.

Resetting Content Locks

How to reset all content lock settings back to the factory default configuration.

Changing On-Screen Menu Language

Setting Time and Local Settings

Adjusting CEC Settings

Turning Power Indicator On/Off

Reset and Admin Menu

Restoring Factory Default Settings

How to reset all TV settings to their original factory defaults.

Guided Setup Menu

Using Guided Setup

How to use the setup app for initial TV, tuner, network, and device configuration.

Using the Info Window

Using the USB Media Player

Connecting a USB Drive

How to connect a USB thumb drive to the TV's USB port.

Playing Media from USB

How to play music, videos, or photos from a connected USB drive.

Music Player Interface

Explains controls and information displayed in the music player.

Video Player Interface

Explains controls and information displayed in the video player.

Photo Viewer Interface

Explains controls and information displayed in the photo viewer.

Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus)

V.I.A. Plus App Dock

How to launch apps from the V.I.A. Plus App Dock.

VIZIO Remote Hot Keys

Explains the function of colored hot keys on the remote for V.I.A. tasks.

Fullscreen V.I.A. Apps Window

Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Overview

Customizing V.I.A. Apps Window

Adding Apps to My Apps

How to add applications to your personalized "My Apps" list.

Deleting Apps from My Apps

How to remove applications from your "My Apps" list.

Moving Apps in My Apps

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

Remote Control Issues

Solutions for a non-responding remote control or buttons not working.

No Signal or No Image

Troubleshooting steps for when the TV displays "No Signal" or has no image.

No Sound or Poor Sound Quality

Solutions for issues with sound, including no audio or flat sound.

Picture Color Issues

Troubleshooting steps for incorrect or distorted picture colors.

Poor Image Quality

Tips for improving image quality and resolving distortions or static.

Display Image Not Covering Screen

How to fix issues where the display image does not fill the entire screen.

Specifications

Model-Specific Specifications

Detailed specs like screen size, resolution, inputs, and dimensions for each model.

Audio, Certifications, and Power Specs

Details audio outputs, language support, certifications, and power consumption.

Limited Warranty

Legal & Compliance

FCC Radio Interference Compliance

Statement regarding FCC rules for digital device interference and compliance.

Open Source Software Notice

Information on GPL/LGPL licenses and source code availability for included software.

VIZIO Internet Applications Disclaimer

Terms and conditions for using VIZIO Internet Applications and third-party services.

VIZIO Software License Agreement

Terms and conditions governing the use of VIZIO software and services.

Warranty Disclaimers and Limitations

Details disclaimers, limitations of liability, and export control for VIZIO products.

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