Page 3 - Welcome; THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO; WHEN READING THIS MANUAL
Welcome THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO And congratulations on your new VIZIO Co-Star. To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions before using your product and retain them for future reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure there are no missing or damaged...
Page 4 - Important Safety Warnings
Important Safety Warnings 4 Your Stream Player is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Stream Player from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
7 Table of Contents What is the Co-Star? ...........................................9 A New Kind of Television experience .................................. 9Watch This! .......................................................................... 10Explore & Discover .................................
Page 9 - A NEW KIND OF TELEVISION EXPERIENCE
9 1 What is the Co-Star? A NEW KIND OF TELEVISION EXPERIENCE The VIZIO Co-Star merges live TV and streaming entertainment into one experience, bringing apps and full-screen Web browsing to your existing HDTV, all without interrupting what you’re watching.
Page 12 - WHAT SETS THE CO-STAR APART
1 12 Web Surfing Co-Star is among a few stream players that feature a full Internet browser with the blazing fast Google Chrome. Support for Adobe Flash Player® and HTML 5 means you can access any of the popular Flash or HTML 5 enabled sites without limits. Remote Control VIZIO Co-Star includes a un...
Page 14 - Installing the Co-Star; INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS; YOU WILL NEED
14 2 Installing the Co-Star INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS Before installing your new Co-Star take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged. Package Contents Power Adapter Quick Start Guide VIZIO Co-Star with Google TV ™ Stream Player Re...
Page 15 - FIRST TIME SETUP
2 15 Connect to HDMI IN HDMI Cable* HD Cable/Satellite Box FIRST TIME SETUP After removing the Co-Star from the box and inspecting the package contents you can begin installing the Co-Star. Before you begin, make sure your TV has an available HDMI port and that all devices are powered off. *HDMI Cab...
Page 16 - HDTV
2 16 Connect to HDMI OUT HDMI Cable* HDTV Connecting the Co-Star Connect the Stream Player to your TV with an HDMI cable.* *HDMI Cable sold separately. 2
Page 19 - Good
2 19 CONNECTING THE CO-STAR TO YOUR HOME AUDIO SYSTEM If you have a home audio system that you would like to use with your Stream Player, use the diagrams below to connect your devices. HDTV with ARC Cable Box Co-Star Sound Bar or AV Receiver Connect your HDTV to a Sound Bar or AV receiver using one...
Page 21 - USING GUIDED SETUP
2 21 USING GUIDED SETUP The first time you turn on your Co-Star, it will take you through an on-screen configuration process. Follow the on-screen directions to complete setup. For more information, see “Using the Guided Setup” on page 37. Guided Setup
Page 22 - Getting to Know the Co-Star
3 22 Getting to Know the Co-Star CO-STAR (REAR) Rear View USB Connect USB device. HDMI In Connect HDMI device. HDMI Out Connect to TV. Ethernet (LAN) Connect router or modem. DC In Connect power cord. Power Light Lights up when the Stream Player is powered on; flashes when in Standby.
Page 24 - REMOTE CONTROL
3 24 REMOTE CONTROL The remote is Bluetooth enabled. If you complete device setup, the remote will be paired to the Stream Player. When paired, you do not need to point the remote at the Stream Player. IMPORTANT: When controlling your cable/satellite box or TV, the remote uses an IR (infrared) signa...
Page 27 - BA TTER; USING THE REMOTE
3 27 Replacing the Batteries C TRL Fn ESC | { } ` C TRL Fn ESC | { } ` BA TTER Y Replacing Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. ...
Page 29 - GETTING TO KNOW THE ON-SCREEN MENU
3 29 GETTING TO KNOW THE ON-SCREEN MENU Google Chrome Browsing the internet on your TV is a cinch with the Google Chrome browser for Google TV. For more information, page 51. Favorite Apps Add or remove your favorite applications from this list for easy access. For more information, see page 36. Not...
Page 30 - CONNECTING ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
3 30 CONNECTING ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES In addition to the remote control included with your Stream Player, you can use the following accessories with your device: Universal OnLive Wireless Controller Bluetooth Keyboard/Mouse USB Keyboard/Mouse Bluetooth Headphones
Page 32 - GOOGLE TVTM & FEATURED APPS; Using the On-Screen Menu; NAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENU
4 32 GOOGLE TV™ & FEATURED APPS Using the On-Screen Menu NAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENU Use the remote control to navigate the on-screen menu to access different apps and services offered by the Stream Player. To open the on-screen menu, press the V button on the remote. Use the Arrow buttons to ...
Page 33 - NOTIFICATIONS
4 33 NOTIFICATIONS Accessing and Managing Notifications The notifications menu is located in the top right corner of the on-screen menu. Here you can view and manage ongoing and status notifications. To access the notifications menu: 1. Press the V Button on the remote control. The on-screen menu is...
Page 34 - MANAGING APPS
4 34 MANAGING APPS Adding and Removing Apps In addition to the pre-installed apps, you can browse through the Google Play Store for a wide selection of apps. To download additional apps: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to h...
Page 37 - USING THE SETTINGS MENUS
4 37 USING THE SETTINGS MENUS Using the Guided Setup Access these step-by-step guides for help in setting up the main features of the Stream Player. To access the guided setup: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight t...
Page 40 - SETTING UP DEVICES
4 40 SETTING UP DEVICES Adding/Removing Video and Audio Devices View an editable list of audio and video input devices connected to your Stream Player. To add/remove devices: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Set...
Page 43 - APPLICATION SETTINGS
4 43 Restoring the Co-Star to Factory Default Settings The Stream Player can be reset to the factory defaults. If you restore the Co-Star to the factory default settings, all changes you have made to the settings and all non-default installed apps will be lost! To restore the Stream Player to its fa...
Page 48 - NETWORK SETTINGS
4 48 NETWORK SETTINGS If you are not an advanced user, use Guided Setup. See page 37. To set up the Internet connection to the Stream Player: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Settings and press OK . The Settings...
Page 50 - SYSTEM SETTINGS
4 50 SYSTEM SETTINGS Adjust system settings such as language, time, accessibility, system info, and updates. To manually add a network: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Settings and press OK . The Settings menu ...
Page 51 - Using Chrome with the Co-Star; WEB BROWSING WITH THE CO-STAR
51 5 Using Chrome with the Co-Star WEB BROWSING WITH THE CO-STAR Your Co-Star is designed with easy web browsing in mind. Using Google Chrome, you can easily access your Google account, making it easy to view your Docs, Gmail and Google+ page from the comfort of your couch. To open Google Chrome: 1....
Page 54 - Troubleshooting; DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?; L E T U S H E L P !; YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORT; Hours of operation:
54 A Troubleshooting DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS? L E T U S H E L P ! YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORT Phone: Email: Web: (877) 878-4946 (TOLL-FREE) [email protected] www.VIZIO.com/support Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 5 AM TO 9 PM (PST) Saturday - Sunday: 8 AM TO 4 PM (PST) The...
Page 57 - SPECIFICATIONS
B 57 SPECIFICATIONS NETWORKING WiFi 802.11n/g/b Bluetooth Yes Ethernet 10/100 Mbps DIMENSIONS (WXHXD) Dimensions 4.2” x 1.6” x 4.2” Weight 0.66 lbs WARRANTY 1 year CONNECTIONS HDMI In (Connects to Cable/Satellite Box) 1 HDMI Out (Connects to TV) 1 USB 2.0 1 FEATURES Smart TV Platform Google TV ® App...
Page 58 - Limited Warranty
C 58 Limited Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of comm...
Page 59 - Legal and Compliance
D 59 Legal and Compliance FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a...
Page 62 - MODELS
MODELS // E3D320VX // E3D420VX // E3D470VX © 2012 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 120727CH-NC