Vizio SV420 User Manual

VIZIO SV420M & SV470M User Manual
Version 3/9/2009 1
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Vizio SV420 Specifications

General

Brand	Vizio
Model	SV420
Category	TV
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Covers rules for installation, use, and maintenance to prevent electric shock or fire hazards.

Electrical and Environmental Safety

Details precautions for power cords, ventilation, moisture, and handling to ensure safe operation.

Antenna Connection and Protection

External Antenna Grounding and Lightning Protection

Explains grounding requirements for antennas and protection measures against lightning.

Setting Up Your HDTV

Initial Setup and Ventilation Guidelines

Covers essential steps before installation, including power, ventilation, and orientation.

Attaching the Safety Strap

Safety Strap Installation Guide

Provides instructions for attaching the safety strap to the TV and wall to prevent tipping.

Basic Controls and Connections

Front and Side Panel Controls

Describes the power light, remote sensor, and side panel buttons like Power, Menu, Input.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Rear Panel Input/Output Ports

Details the various connection ports on the rear of the TV, including HDMI, RGB, and Component.

Left-Side Panel Ports

Left-Side Connections Overview

Explains the AV2, COMPONENT2, and HDMI 4 ports located on the left side of the TV.

VIZIO Remote Control

Remote Control Button Functions

Explains the function of each button on the remote for navigation and TV control.

Connecting External Equipment

Choosing the Right Video Connection

Compares video connection types (HDMI, Component, RGB, etc.) by quality and use.

Connecting Cable or Satellite Box

HDMI Connection for Cable/Satellite

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting a cable/satellite box via HDMI for optimal results.

Connecting Cable/Satellite via DVI/Component

HDMI-DVI and Component Connections

Details connecting set-top boxes using HDMI-DVI cables and Component video/audio.

Connecting Your DVD Player

Connecting DVD Player via HDMI

Instructions for connecting a DVD player using HDMI for optimal digital video and audio quality.

Connecting DVD Player via Component/S-Video

Component Video Connection for DVD

Details connecting a DVD player using component video and audio cables.

Connecting Audio Equipment

External Receiver/Amplifier Audio Connection

Details routing TV audio through an external receiver or amplifier.

Connecting a PC Computer

Connecting PC via RGB/VGA and Audio

First-Time HDTV Setup

Connecting Power and Cables

Covers initial steps of connecting the power cord and audio/video cables.

Initial Setup Wizard Navigation

Guides through the on-screen setup wizard for language and mode selection.

Initial Setup: Mode and Channel Scan

Mode and Input Source Selection

Channel Scan Process

Selecting Input Sources

Navigating Input Sources

Fine-Tuning Picture Settings

Picture Mode and Backlight Adjustment

Covers selecting picture modes and adjusting backlight for optimal display quality.

Watching a TV Program

Selecting Program Sources

Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings

Volume and Channel Control

Advanced HDTV Adjustments

Navigating the On-Screen Display (OSD)

Introduces the OSD and its main menu options for picture, audio, setup, and tuner.

Picture Adjustment for DTV/TV Input

Picture Mode and Backlight Control

Covers selecting picture modes and adjusting backlight for optimal display quality.

Picture Settings: Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness

Adjusting Contrast and Color Levels

Guides on adjusting contrast, color, tint, and sharpness for optimal picture appearance.

Advanced Video Features

Noise Reduction and Color Enhancement

Explains features like Noise Reduction (NR) and Color Enhancement for improving picture quality.

Adaptive Luma, Backlight, and Color Temperature

Details advanced settings like Adaptive Luma, Backlight Control, and Color Temperature adjustments.

DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment

Audio Mode Selection and Equalizer

Guides on selecting audio modes and adjusting the equalizer for different frequencies.

Audio and Tuner Setup

Resetting Audio Settings and Tuner Mode

Automatic Channel Scanning

DTV / TV Input Setup Options

Language Selection and PIP Setup

Picture Display Customization

Input Naming Feature

Closed Captioning Features

Analog Closed Caption Setup

Digital Closed Caption Styling

Picture Position and Size Adjustment

Horizontal and Vertical Picture Positioning

Horizontal and Vertical Picture Sizing

Parental Controls Setup

Enabling and Configuring Parental Controls

Covers setting up parental controls, including password entry.

Channel Blocking and Rating Management

System Information and Reset

Viewing System Information

Resetting TV to Factory Defaults

Guides on resetting all TV settings to factory defaults and confirming the action.

HDMI Input Settings

HDMI Picture and Audio Adjustments

Video Input Settings

Video Input Picture and Audio Adjustments

Advanced Input Adjustments

Component Auto Phase Adjustment

PC Input Picture Adjustment and Auto Adjust

Understanding Viewing Modes

Normal, Full, and Zoom Viewing Modes

Stretch and Panoramic Viewing Modes

Maintenance and Cleaning

General Cleaning Precautions

Screen Cleaning Procedure

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Sound, and Screen Problems

Lists common issues like no power, no sound, black screen, and provides solutions.

Technical Support and Contact Information

VIZIO Support Contact Details

Provides phone numbers, email, hours of operation, and mailing address for VIZIO support.

Product Specifications

Detailed Technical Specifications

Lists technical specs for panel, resolution, colors, inputs, outputs, and power.

Key Features and Panel Life

Limited Product Warranty

VIZIO Warranty Coverage and Responsibilities

Outlines the one-year limited warranty, VIZIO's responsibilities for repair and replacement.

Labor, Parts, and Obtaining Service

Details policy for labor/parts and instructions for contacting VIZIO for warranty service.

Warranty Service and Return Policy

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Provides instructions on how to contact VIZIO for warranty service, including required information.

VIZIO Return Policy and On-Site Repair