VIZIO VW37L20A HDTV Quick Start Guide

Before You Begin

• Verify all contents of your accessory package.
• Review safety guidelines in the Owner's Manual.
• Place your High Definition TV so that the rear connectors are accessible.
• Install two AA batteries into the VIZIO Remote Control.
• Write down your VW37L20A Serial Number (located on the back of the TV).

Contents

• Power Cord
• Remote Control (Includes 2 AA Batteries)
• VIZIO HDTV User Manual, VIP Brochure, and Registration Card.

The Best Connection

For the best quality picture, VIZIO recommends using HDMI, DTV, RGB, or Component inputs when possible. These are the only inputs capable of high definition (HD). Using these inputs does not guarantee high definition unless a high definition source is connected. However, not all equipment is capable of these connections. TV, AV, and S-Video are not capable of HD signals.

Note: Both DTV and TV share the same port. The television will automatically register which input type is connected.

Connection quality levels:

• BEST: HDMI 1, HDMI 2
• BETTER: DTV/TV, RGB PC, COMPONENT 1, COMPONENT 2
• GOOD: AV/S-VIDEO, TV+

Four Easy Steps to Connect Your VIZIO HDTV

Simply follow our color-coded step charts:

Step 1: Choose Items to Connect

Determine which type of Signal Source and any Additional Equipment you wish to connect to your VIZIO HDTV. The colored dots under each Signal Source and Additional Equipment indicate which type of connections you may use to connect to your VIZIO HDTV.

Step 2: Choose Equipment Connection Methods

Using the colored dots from Step One, follow the row across to Step Two to match up the colored dots to the same colored connection method. Choose ONLY one method for each piece of equipment.

Step 3: Select Cables and Make Connections

Once you have determined the connection methods from Step Two, follow the row to Step Three to determine what kind of cables you need and what the connections look like on your equipment. Following the color-coded system, use the appropriate cables and connect your Signal Source and Additional Equipment to the color-coded inputs on your VIZIO HDTV. Refer to the Connection Map below.

Once connected, turn on your VIZIO HDTV and all your equipment.

Step 4: Use Your VIZIO HDTV

Follow the programming instructions on the other side of this guide.

• If you are using the DTV/TV input, turn over this guide and follow Procedure 1.
• If you are using an input other than DTV/TV, turn over this guide and follow Procedure 2.

Connection Map and Cable Guide

This section details how to connect various devices to your VIZIO HDTV using color-coded connections.

Signal Sources & Additional Equipment

Signal Sources:

• Cable
• Antenna
• Cable Box
• Digital Cable Box
• Satellite Box

Additional Equipment:

• Computer
• Digital Camera
• DVD
• DVR
• Game System
• Sound System
• VCR
• Video Camera

Connection Methods and Cable Requirements

*Note: For Component and AV/S-VIDEO connections, separate stereo RCA cables are needed for audio.

For additional help with connecting components to your VIZIO TV, visit ceaconnectionsguide.com for an interactive guide.

For more information, see your Owner's Manual, Chapter 2, CONNECTING EQUIPMENT.

3 Ways to Get HDTV

1. Off-Air Antenna: Use the DTV antenna input. To see if you can receive HD signals off-air and for help choosing the right antenna, visit www.antennaweb.org.
2. Cable: Subscribe to HD programming through your local cable company (HD cable box required).
3. Satellite: Subscribe to HD programming through Direct TV or Dish Network (HD satellite receiver required).

VIZIO Services

VIZIO provides installation services, cables & wall mounts. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-849-4623 to order today.

Programming Your TV to Receive and Display Channels

All you need is your Remote Control.

Procedure 1: Receiving Channels through DTV/TV Input

Use with Regular Antenna or Regular Cable Service (No Box) Signals.

• Step 1.1: Connect your signal source (cable from antenna or cable from the wall for Cable Service without box) directly to the DTV/TV RF (commonly named COAXIAL) connector.
• Step 1.2: Turn on the TV. The Initial Setup menu screen should appear. If not, see User's Manual, Chapter 3 for TV Tuner Setup.
  • Press [Enter/OK] key to initialize the process.
  • Select Language: English, Español, Francais.
  • Press [Next/Right Arrow] button to go to the next screen.
  • Press [Left/Right Arrow] once to select Cable or Antenna.
  • Press [Next/Right Arrow] to continue to the next screen.
  • Press [Scan Button] on remote control to scan for channels. Scanning may take several minutes.
  • Once scanning is finished, programming is complete. Press the [LAST Button] to exit.

Procedure 2: Displaying Channels from Different Signal Sources

Use with External TV Tuner, VCR, Cable Box, or Satellite Receiver through different Inputs.

• Step 2.1: Select the correct input connection (e.g., RF DTV/TV, Composite Yellow/Red/White, Component Red/Green/Blue + Red/White, HDMI, or S-Video + Red/White). Make the physical connection.
• Step 2.2: Turn on the TV. The Initial Setup menu screen should appear. If not, press [Enter/OK] to initialize. If the screen does not appear, skip to Step D (referring to the original guide's structure).
  • Select Language: English, Español, Francais.
  • Press [LAST Button] to exit the Initial Setup menu.

Important Notes for Procedure 2:

• If you have HD service, you MUST use the HDMI (best) or Component connection.
• Composite and S-VIDEO Cables can only be used for SD (480i) pictures.
• Turn on your Cable Box, VCR, External TV Tuner, or Satellite Receiver. You should see a picture on your TV. If not, ensure the correct input is selected on the TV.
• If the selected input is RF, ensure the TV is on channel 3 or 4, matching the setting on the back of your external equipment. Refer to the equipment's manual for details.
• The TV set will display whatever the connected equipment (Cable Box, VCR, etc.) is set to. The TV cannot change programs or channels; this is controlled by the external equipment.
• If your service includes a box with multiple outputs for different rooms, scanning channels might help find the signal. Contact your provider for specific channel numbers for HD reception (e.g., 105, 106, 115, 116).

Fine Tuning Your TV for Home Use

After completing either Procedure 1 or Procedure 2, optimize your TV display:

1. Press the [MENU Button]. Use [Up/Down Arrow Button] to scroll to the Color Temperature option.
2. Press the [Select/OK Button].
3. Press [Left/Right Arrow Button] to change the setting to Normal. Press the [LAST Button] to go back.
4. Press [Left/Right Arrow Button] to select the Picture Mode option.
5. Press [Left/Right Arrow Button] to change the Picture Mode option to Standard.
6. Press the [LAST Button] repeatedly to exit the on-screen display Menu.

Note for Procedure 1 (Time Zone): If you followed Procedure 1, ensure correct program times are shown when pressing the Guide key:

• Press the [MENU Button].
• Press [Up/Down Arrow Button] to scroll to the icon showing a little satellite dish or antenna.
• The Time Zone screen will appear. Use [Left/Right Arrow Button] to select your proper Time Zone.
• Press the [LAST Button] repeatedly to exit the on-screen display Menu.

Programming Your Cable or Satellite Box Remote

Consult your Cable or Satellite Owner's Manual to determine if you need a 3, 4, or 5-digit code. Use the following codes:

• 3-digits: Use "627" (Commonly works with DISH Network).
• 4-digits: Use "1758", "0178", or "0128".
• 5-digits: Use "11758", "10178", or "10128" (Usually works with DIRECTV).

Optional Components

Enhance your VIZIO experience with VIZIO-certified products:

• VIZIO HIGH-DEFINITION CERTIFIED CABLES: Available in DVI, HDMI, and Component in lengths of 2, 5, and 10 meters.
• VIZIO CERTIFIED MOUNTS:
  • Flush Mount: Turns your HDTV into a work of art.
  • Tilt Mount: Adjusts your HDTV for comfortable viewing.
  • Articulating Arm: Positions your HDTV exactly where you want it.

To learn more, call 888-849-4623 or visit www.VIZIO.com.

Summary

Your new VIZIO TV set is now ready to automatically reproduce the best picture quality from the input signal. Enjoy your VIZIO HDTV!

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