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Page 3 - Welcome; Thank You for Choosing VIZIO; Product Registration; When Reading this Manual

Welcome Thank You for Choosing VIZIO And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV.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 par...

Page 4 - Important Safety Instructions

M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning your TV. • When moving your TV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turni...

Page 6 - Television Antenna Connection Protection; Lightning Protection; DTV Transition Advisory; FCC (US Federal Communications Commission)

M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Television Antenna Connection Protection 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 charg...

Page 7 - Important Safety Information for Viewing 3D Content

M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Important Safety Information for Viewing 3D Content You may experience discomfort while watching 3D content. You may feel symptoms of eye strain, vision fatigue, color or depth distortion, motion sickness, nausea, dizziness, disorientation, or other discomfo...

Page 8 - Table of Contents

Table of Contents Installing the TV ....................................................................... 1 Inspecting the Package Contents ........................................................... 1Installing the TV ..................................................................................

Page 10 - Installing the TV; Inspecting the Package Contents; Installing the TV Stand

1 1 Installing the TV Inspecting the Package Contents Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged.When you have completed your inspection, install the TV. VIZIO 3D LED LCD HDTV with Stand Installing the TV...

Page 11 - Installing the TV on a Wall

2 1 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR To install your TV on a wall: 1. Disconnect any cables connected to your TV. 2. Place the TV face-down on a clean, flat, stable surface. Be sure the surface is clear of debris that can scratch or damage the TV. 3. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, loose...

Page 12 - Installing Your TV for 3D Viewing; viewing distance; Eye Line; Eye Line

1 3 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Installing Your TV for 3D Viewing For the best viewing experience, VIZIO recommends that you install the TV with the viewing distance and viewing angle in mind. When viewing 3D content, it is important that you view the TV straight-on, or some of the 3D ...

Page 13 - Controls and Connections; Front Panel; Remote Control Sensor:

2 4 Controls and Connections Right Side Panel Right Side Panel Power Menu Channel Up Volume Up Input Channel Down Volume Down Power: Turn the TV on or off. Menu: Display on-screen menu. Channel Up/Down: Change the channel. Volume Up/Down: Increase or decrease the loudness of the TVs audio. Input: Ch...

Page 14 - Bluetooth Remote Control

2 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Bluetooth Remote Control Power/Standby: Turn the TV on or off. Info: Display the Info Window. Arrow: Navigate the on-screen menu and episode guide. OK: Select highlighted menu option. Menu: Display the on-screen menu. Exit: Close the on-screen menu. Back...

Page 15 - Replacing the Batteries

6 2 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Remote Control (Slide Out) QWERTY Keypad Arrow VIA Shortcuts Remote Control (Slide Out) Arrow: Navigate the on-screen menu. QWERTY Keypad: Enter letters and numbers. To enter a capital letter, hold down the SHIFT key while pressing the letter.To enter on...

Page 17 - Before You Begin; one; INPUT; RGB; Connecting Your Devices

3 8 Your HDTV can be easily connected to an external device: • DVD or Blu-Ray player• Video game console• Cable box• External antenna• Or other device Before You Begin To connect a device to the HDTV: 1. Verify that the device has one of the following types of video ports available: Required Device ...

Page 18 - BETTER; Select; of the connection types.

3 9 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Select One: OR OR OR OR BETTER GOOD BEST HDMI RF/ COAXIAL RGB COMPONENT COMPOSITE AV DIGITAL DIGITAL / ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG Device Connection Chart Select one of the connection types. Use the cable(s) shown to connect the TV to your device.

Page 19 - Setting Up Your Network Connection; Connecting to A Wired Network

10 3 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Setting Up Your Network Connection Your TV is internet-ready, and can be connected to your home network in two ways: • Wired, using the RJ45 (ethernet) connector on the back panel• Wirelessly, using your home wireless network Once you have connected to ...

Page 20 - Completing the First-Time Setup

4 11 The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Before you begin the first-time setup: • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should be connected to an electrical outlet. See Installing the TV on page 1....

Page 21 - SBS; Using the On-Screen Menu

5 12 Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. You can also open the on-screen menu by pressing the VIA button and selecting HDTV Settings from the VIA Dock, then pressing OK . From this menu, you can: • Change the 3D mode• Set t...

Page 22 - Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio; Normal

5 13 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in five different modes: Wide, Zoom, Normal, Panoramic, and Stretch. Each mode displays content according to the content’s original format. Original Content Format 480p/480i (4:3) 720p (16:9) 108...

Page 23 - Stretch; Setting Up Closed Captioning

14 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, Normal, and Stretch. Each mode displays the picture differently. To change the screen aspect ratio: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. 2. Use the Arrow ...

Page 24 - Color; Activating the Sleep Timer

5 15 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your preference. To change the appearance of digital closed captions: 1. From the Closed Caption menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital CC...

Page 25 - Adjusting the Picture Settings

16 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Adjusting the Picture Settings Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions. To adjust the picture settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remo...

Page 28 - Adjusting the Audio Settings; Balance

5 19 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Adjusting the Audio Settings To adjust the audio settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Audio and press OK . The Audio Settings menu is displayed. 3. Use the...

Page 29 - Resetting the Audio Settings; Using the Network Connection Menu; Connecting to a Wireless Network

20 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Resetting the Audio Settings To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Audio and press OK . The Audio Setting...

Page 30 - DHCP

5 21 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR To connect to a wireless network whose network name (SSID) is not being broadcast: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the Network icon and press OK . The Network C...

Page 31 - Testing the Network Connection; Changing the TV Settings; Changing the Input Source

22 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Testing the Network Connection You can test the TV’s connection to your network and examine signal strength, download speed, and other information via the Test Connection menu. To test the TV’s network connection: 1. From the Network menu, use the Arrow...

Page 33 - Adding New Channels

24 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Adding New Channels Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or add a new range of channels. You can do this by using the Partial Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options. To add a range of new channels: 1. From the Settings menu, hig...

Page 39 - Turning the VIZIO Logo On or Off; Configuring Bluetooth Devices

30 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Turning the VIZIO Logo On or Off The VIZIO logo on the front of your TV is set to light up when the TV is on. You can change this setting if you prefer the logo to be off. When the TV is off, the VIZIO logo is dimmed. This is not affected by the VIZIO L...

Page 40 - Using the Help Menu; Displaying System Information

5 31 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Using the Help Menu You can use the TV’s Help menu to: • Display system information• Reset the TV settings• Restore the TV to its factory default settings • Get guided setup help for the tuner and network Displaying System Information To display a summa...

Page 41 - Using the Info Window; INFO; Using Guided Setup

32 5 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Using the Info Window The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote: • Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time to display channel and input information. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the prog...

Page 42 - Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV; Using the USB Media Player

6 33 Using the USB Media Player The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and play music or photos. USB Media Player Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV 1. Turn the TV off. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV. 2. Press the Power/Standby...

Page 45 - Moving an App on the VIA Dock; Using VIZIO Internet Apps

7 36 VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) delivers popular online content to your TV. VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, and more–all on demand! A high-speed internet connection is required to receive product updates ...

Page 46 - Creating and Managing User Profiles; Creating an Owner PIN

7 37 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Adding a New App to the VIA Dock Though your TV arrives pre-loaded with featured VIA Apps, new Apps are continually being added to the Widget Gallery. The VIA Dock can hold a total of 17 Apps. To add a new App: 1. Press the VIA Button on the remote. 2. ...

Page 47 - Creating a New User Profile

38 7 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Creating a New User Profile To create a new user profile: 1. Press the VIA Button on the remote. 2. Highlight the Profile App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote. (The highlighted App is in the lower left corner ...

Page 48 - Removing a User Profile; Restoring the VIA Dock to the Factory Default Settings

7 39 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Removing a User Profile To remove a user profile: 1. Press the VIA Button on the remote. 2. Highlight the Profile App by scrolling left and right using the Left/Right Arrow buttons on the remote. (The highlighted App is in the lower left corner of the s...

Page 49 - Watching Blu-ray 3D Content; How to View 3D

8 40 How Theater 3D Works Because our eyes have a space between them, when we look around, we see two slightly different pictures. We never notice, because we are able to combine these pictures into one three-dimensional image. The VIZIO Theater 3D HDTV takes advantage of this phenomenon to create a...

Page 50 - Getting the Best 3D Picture

8 41 M3D420SR / M3D421SR / M3D460SR / M3D550SR Getting the Best 3D Picture For the best 3D viewing experience, VIZIO recommends that you install the TV with the viewing distance and viewing angle in mind. When viewing 3D content, it is important that you view the TV straight-on , or some of the 3D e...

Page 51 - Troubleshooting & Technical Support

A 42 Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than due to a defect. If you are experiencing a problem when using your TV, try to fix the issue using this troubleshooting guide.If, after using this troubleshooting guide, you are still experiencing an issue with your TV, contact V...

Page 53 - Specifications

B 44 M3D420SR M3D421SR M3D460SR M3D550SR Screen Size: 42” Class 46” Class 55” Class Diagonal Viewable: 42.00” 46.00” 54.64” Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand: 39.88 x 26.52 x 9.56” 39.88 x 24.99 x 1.23” 43.35 x 28.19 x 10.23” 43.35 x 26.81 x 1.23” 51.18 x 32.61 x 11.22” 51.18 x 31.25 x 1.59” Weight w/ ...

Page 55 - ON PARTS AND LABOR; Parts and Labor; Limited Warranty

C 46 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 (1) year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. I...

Page 60 - Notes