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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Dear VlZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO M190MV or M220MV television purchase. To get the most out of your new VIZIO HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, andretain them for future reference. Wehope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO HDTV High Definiti[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual 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 [...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual 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 andeasily accessible. • Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV. Any other voltage than the specifi[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual 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[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ................................................................................................... 4 Advi[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Wide ............................................................................................................................................................ 28 CC (Closed Caption) ................................................................................................................................... 2[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual 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, make sure that your HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included. The screen can be easily[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter I Setting Up Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • The power consumption of your HDTV is about 37W (M190MV); 41W (M220MV) average. Use the included power adapter. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The AC/DC power adapter must be[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. , , Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided on page 1 to have it handy if you need to call for support. Remove the stand ba[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT--The VIZIO logo lights white when powered on. Your HDTV TV features touch-sensitive buttons that light when active. The proximity sensor detects you, and as your hand gets closer to the surface, the intensity of the LEDs increase. Remo[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Rear Panel Connections DC INmConnect the included AC/DC power supply here. Connect the other end to a wall outlet. , 2. Kensington Security Slotmlnsert a Kensington lock and attach your HDTV to a permanent object to prevent theft. 3. HDMI 1--Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through th[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 3 VlZlO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for [...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Remote Control Buttons INFO--Press to display program information. POWER (C) )--Press to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. TV--Press to select the TV input. AV--Press to select the AV (either Composite or S-Video) input. COMP--Press to select the Component input. HDMI[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built-in setup App that runs when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control. , , 4. Connect the AC/DC power adapter to the power connector on the back of your HDTV, an[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Select Input Source Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control or the front of your TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, VGA, and Photos. Turn on your device and y[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information INFO Button When the channel is changed or when you press the INFO button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Each press of the INFO button will display more information about the program: 16 www.VlZlO.com[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use ? You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. HDMI deliver[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) __ ICable/Satellite Box I O Ol I r I Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot leng[...]

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    Y Pr VIZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) Pb L R , Cable/Satellite Box , 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite Box. Connect the component cables (green, blue, and red) from your Cable/Satellite Box to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Cable/Satellite Box to th[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Using Composite Video (Compatible) I I Oo t Cable/Satellite Box VIDEO L R 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite Box. 2. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your Cable/Satellite Box to the AVjack (yellow) on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Cable/Satellite Box to the corresponding[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. See www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVlZIO (877-698-4946) for d[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) Y Pb Pr L R 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HD[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) DVD VIDEO L R 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your DVD player to the AVIS-VIDEO jack on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your DVD player to the AVIS-VIDEO L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. T[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Using S-VIDEO _[_L__ too I I IvcR Oo 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your VCR or video camera to the S-VIDEO jack on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO j[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System SPDIF (OPTICAL) ± If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the OPTICAL digital audio out on the back of your HDTV. This is active when receiving audio with the content being viewed no matter which input is being used. 1. Connect one end of [...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 7 Viewing pictures Connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on your HDTV to view photos. • USB drives that are USB 2.0 and FAT or FAT32 are supported. The USB Port does not support external hard drives or USB hubs. • If your USB drive is oversized and does not physically fit in the USB port, use a USB ex[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the HDTV Settings App The remote control or the buttons on the front of the TV can control all the function settings. The HDTV Settings App allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Wide Select how the picture displays on the screen. As you select an option, you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program: Normal Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and ri[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual CC (Closed Caption) To select the options in the CC sub-menu, press the OK button or the right navigation button. A new menu will be displayed showing the following CC settings: Analog Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching regular analog (NTSC) TV. Select from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, or Off. Closed Cap[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual TV Settings Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you set up your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the TV menu. Input Source Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, VGA, and Ph[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Skip Channel After the TV has stored all of the available digital channels in memory you will find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably or they may be channels you do not want to see. Press OK to select the channel to be skipped when using the CH • or CH • buttons. An X will appear in channels you[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual To make your own custom label: 1. Select Input Source, and then press OK to show the list of inputs. 2. Press down navigation button to select the input label you want to change, and then press OK. 3. Press down navigation button to select Custom Label and then press OK. 4. Use the on-screen keyboard and begin typing[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Version USA-Movie Note: When Rating Enable is OFF, USA-Movie Rating adjustments are not available. Press the OK button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the following US Movie ratings: G - General audience PG - Parental guidance suggested PG-13 - Recommended for children 13 years of age or older R - M[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual RESET LOCKS Return all Parental Control lock settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press Left or Right Navigation buttons to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Menu Languages Select to change the language of the menu. The default is English. You[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Audio Settings Menu Audio Mode Choose from Flat, Rock, Pop, Classic or Jazz. Note: The Audio Mode adjustment will only be available when SRS TruSurround HD is set to Off. Balance Adjust the sound to the left or the right. TV Speakers Turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn the internal speakers off[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Picture Settings Menu Picture Mode Choose from Standard, Movie, Game, Vivid, or Custom. Each input (i.e. HDMI, COMP, etc) remembers the custom setting you created. Select Custom to manually adjust Backlight, Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, and to access the More menu where further adjustments can be mad[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Color Temperature Color Temperature is the "warmness" or "coolness" of the white areas of the picture. Choose from Custom, Cool, Normal, or PC. Normal is the setting for television broadcasting. Custom allows you to set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit individual preferences. Cool pro[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Browse Photos Browse photos in a selected group or folder. Press Up or Down Navigation buttons to highlight an option and then press OK to select it. In some cases, a sub-menu will be displayed. Select a picture and then press OK. You can make the photo go full screen, rotate the photo, see information about the phot[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the TV and Remote Control 1. Remove the power adapter cable from the TV. 2. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VlZIO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer. 3. W[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VlZIO for assistance by calling 1-877-[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual quality issues. You cannot see a picture. You see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound. The picture has abnormal patterns. The display image does not cover the entire screen. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. The TV has pixels (dots) that are always dark or colored. You see "noise" or &q[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual You switch to a different input and the volume changes. You switch to a different input and the screen size changes. Tips for High-Definition Users. Tips for Letterbox Content Users. low. Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the antenna around the room or close to a window. • The TV remem[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Telephone & Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone. For more information on warranty service or repair, after [...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Compliance Caution: Always use a AC/DC power adapter that is properly grounded. Use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA: UL Canada: CSA Germany: VDE UK: BASE/BS Japan: Electric Appliance Control Act FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Chapter 10 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Panel 19" (18.5" Diagonal), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.300mm(H) x 0.300mm(V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720p) Colors 16.7 Million Brightness 250 nits cd/m 2 (typical) Dynamic Co[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Panel 22" (21.5" Diagonal), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.248mm(H) x 0.248mm(V) Display Compatibility FHDTV (1080p) Colors 16.7 Million Brightness 250 nits cd/m 2 (typical) Dynamic Contrast 20,000:1 Ratio Response Time 5ms (typical) Viewing Angle 170 ° x 160 ° (horizo[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Preset PC Resolutions M190MV Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1360x768 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutio[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual M220MV Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutions. 640 x 480@60Hz 31[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico On/y VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. If [...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Index 16:9 .......................................................................... 28 4:3 ............................................................................ 28 Accessories ................................................................ 7 Adjustments Volume ...............................................[...]

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    VlZIO M190MV/M220MV User Manual Specifications ........................................................... 45 S-Video .................................................................... 17 Technical Support .................................................... 43 Time Zone setting .................................................... 34 Tint .......[...]