Page 2 - VIZIO E422VA User Manual; Important Safety Instructions; connecting other components to your HDTV.; three-pronged grounded plug (a plug with a third grounding
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 2 www.VIZIO.com 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 rules should be observed for the installation, us...
Page 4 - Television Antenna Connection Protection; External Television Antenna Grounding; Lightning Protection
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 4 www.VIZIO.com 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 ag...
Page 5 - FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV p...
Page 6 - Table of Contents
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 6 www.VIZIO.com Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 2 Television Antenna Connection Protection ...................................................
Page 9 - Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV; Finding a Location for Your HDTV; Setup App
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV • The power consumption of your HDTV is about 93.36W. o Use the included power cord. o When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The 3- pronged...
Page 10 - Attaching the TV Stand; To unpack the TV and stand base:
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 10 www.VIZIO.com Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. 2. Remove...
Page 11 - Wall Mounting Your HDTV; UL/CSA/ETL listed wall mount brackets with suitable weight specs
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com 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. 1. Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided o...
Page 12 - Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections; Front Panel; POWER LIGHT; Side Panel Controls; MENU; ST; VOL; WX
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 12 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. POWER LIGHT – The power indicator lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer after few seconds of being powered on. 2. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – This is the window through which all of the remote...
Page 13 - Rear and Side Panel Connections; ETHERNET—; RGB PC VIDEO—
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com Rear and Side Panel Connections 1. ETHERNET— Connect an Ethernet cable to access the Internet. Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App . Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, s...
Page 14 - Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control; Installing the Batteries; Only use quality AA batteries.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 14 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR remote that lets you interact with Internet content delivered to your HDTV. Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sur...
Page 15 - Remote Control Buttons; Basic TV Functions; HDTV Settings App
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT —Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your TV (called Inputs). You can name your inputs when you set them up during the HDTV Settings App . The inputs cycle in the followin...
Page 16 - USB; content from a USB device.; Play; —Press to start playback or Slideshow or Music or Video.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 16 www.VIZIO.com AV and Multimedia Functions Keys Use these buttons on your remote control to control the Multimedia Features of the USB port input. Fast Reverse ( )—Press to reverse playback, and also to go back to previous photo, previous music track and previous scene whe...
Page 17 - Remote Control Range; Point the remote control directly at the; VIZIO Remote Control Precautions; Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Remote Control Range • Point the remote control directly at the sensor for the best response to the remote signal. • Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor. • The effective range of the remote c...
Page 18 - Chapter 4 Getting Started; OK
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 18 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert batteries into the remote control. 2. Connect the power ...
Page 19 - Using your HDTV for the first time; Connecting to the Internet; Network Menu; Watching a TV Program; INPUT; Auto Channel Search
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you can connect your TV t...
Page 20 - Viewing Digital TV Program Information; GUIDE; to display more information about the program and schedule. Press; INFO; repeatedly to display
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 20 www.VIZIO.com Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE to display more information about the program and schedule. Press INFO repeatedly to display additional informat...
Page 22 - Chapter 5 Connecting Equipment; Which Video Connection Should I Use?; Connection
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 22 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 5 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...
Page 23 - Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box; HDMI
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) 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 cab...
Page 25 - Connecting Your DVD Player; HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com 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, ...
Page 27 - Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV; TV; AUDIO
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 27 www.VIZIO.com Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV....
Page 29 - Connecting a Computer; Preset PC Resolutions
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 29 www.VIZIO.com COMPUTER Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) 1. Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on page 57). If your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080. 2. Turn off the power to your HDTV and computer. ...
Page 30 - Ethernet Connection
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 30 www.VIZIO.com Ethernet Connection The Ethernet function on your HDTV is used to access the Internet. Your HDTV also has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you can connect your TV through your wireless home network. A wired connection can sometimes deliver a more consistent ...
Page 31 - Chapter 6 Using VIA; VIA; button on your remote,; Network; Navigating the VIA Dock; VIA Dock
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 31 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 6 Using VIA Connecting to the Internet VIA delivers popular online content right to your HDTV! When you press the VIA button on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your screen with a selection of different Apps t...
Page 32 - Navigating Apps
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 32 www.VIZIO.com Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your TV screen, giving you the convenience of on-demand movies, TV shows, social networking, music, photos, news, weather and more at the push of the VIA button. Navigating Apps Use these ...
Page 34 - Switching Profiles; Editing your Profile
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 34 www.VIZIO.com Switching Profiles 1. Press the VIA button. 2. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App , and then press OK . 3. Press ▼ to select Switch Profile , and then press OK . 4. Press ▼ to select the profile you want to switch to, then press OK . The Profile loads an...
Page 35 - Chapter 7 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings; Input Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 35 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 7 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the On-screen Display (OSD) The remote control can control all the function settings. The OSD allows you to select the different parameter to be adjusted. The HDTV Settings App allows you to adj...
Page 36 - Wide Menu; : The red lines show the video signal being over scanned.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 36 www.VIZIO.com Wide Menu The following table shows the different screen modes and display sizes according to the content being sent to the HDTV. Note : The red lines show the video signal being over scanned.
Page 37 - Sleep Timer Menu; Off; Picture Menu; Custom
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 37 www.VIZIO.com CC (Closed Caption) Menu Adjust closed caption options. Analog Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching regular analog TV. Select from Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, and CC4 . Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2 . Digi...
Page 41 - Equalizer Settings; Basic
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 41 www.VIZIO.com Equalizer Settings To select the options in the Equalizer Settings sub-menu, press OK . A new menu will be displayed showing the available equalizer functions. Press ◄ or ► to select Basic or Advanced . • EQ Mode (Basic) Adjust Bass and Tr...
Page 42 - Wired Connection; Connected; Manual Setup; Warning; Test Connection; Disconnected
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 42 www.VIZIO.com Network Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you set up your network connection using the Setup App . If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the Network menu. The Ethernet function on your HDTV is used to access the Inte...
Page 43 - : Use this option to manually enter the advanced settings of your; Enter Access Point Name
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 43 www.VIZIO.com Note: If you have forgotten your secure access code, please refer to the user manual for your wireless router or contact the manufacturer or either your router or your Internet Service Provider if they provided the router for you. More Acc...
Page 44 - Settings Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 44 www.VIZIO.com Settings Menu Input Source Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV , AV (Composite), Comp (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, and RGB (VGA). Settings Menu When you first turned on your HDTV you scanned for channels using the Setup App ...
Page 45 - Input Labels
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 45 www.VIZIO.com 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 sk...
Page 47 - Block Unrated Shows
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 47 www.VIZIO.com USA-Movie Note: When Rating Enable is OFF , USA-Movie Rating adjustments are not enabled. Press OK to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the following US Movie ratings: G – General audience PG – Parental guidance suggested PG-1...
Page 48 - Reset Locks; Help Menu
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 48 www.VIZIO.com Change PIN (Password) Enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote control. Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it correctly. Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place. The Reset Locks featu...
Page 49 - Guided Setup; Previously scanned channels will be removed.; Chapter 8; Maintenance and Troubleshooting; Do not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking.; Issue
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 49 www.VIZIO.com Guided Setup Use this function to return to the Initial Setup menu. Use this function if you want to have a guided setup when you move your TV. Refer to Chapter 3 for more information. Note: Previously scanned channels will be removed. Cha...
Page 52 - Audio Troubleshooting
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 52 www.VIZIO.com Audio Troubleshooting Issue Solution No audio • Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control or side of the TV. • Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON. • Check the MTS Audio settings in the Tuner menu to insure they are set to Stere...
Page 54 - Note; Telephone & Technical Support; Email; VIZIO
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 54 www.VIZIO.com Issue Solution • Make sure the device is FAT or FAT32 • Make sure it contains the supported files. Image or sound is interrupted or distorted. • Make sure the device is correctly inserted. • Make sure that the file complies with the supported format, bit rat...
Page 55 - Compliance; USA; : Electric Appliance Control Act; FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 55 www.VIZIO.com Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable 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 Sta...
Page 56 - Chapter 9 Specifications; Product specifications may change without notice or obligation.
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 56 www.VIZIO.com Chapter 9 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. E422VA Specifications Panel 42” Diagonal (42.02” Diagonal viewing), 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4845mm x 0.4845mm Display Compati...
Page 57 - Resolution; Windows
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 57 www.VIZIO.com Operating Temperature: 5°C~35°C, Relative Humidity: 20~80%, Altitude: 0~6,561ft Non-Operating Temperature: -20°C~50°C, Relative Humidity: 10~70%, Altitude: 0~40,000 ft Dimensions 39.73” W x 26.70” H x 9.99” D with stand; 39.73” W x 25.27” ...
Page 58 - Resolution through RGB Input; Parameters
VIZIO E422VA User Manual 58 www.VIZIO.com Resolution through RGB Input If your PC supports VESA Reduce Blanking timing via the VGA card drive program (usually offered by the VGA Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to have the 1920x1080 resolution display through this connection using the fol...
Page 59 - Warranty
VIZIO E422VA User Manual Version 10/29/2010 59 www.VIZIO.com Warranty ONE-YEAR 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 its products against defects in materials and workmanship fo...
Page 60 - Index
VIZIO E422VAUser Manual 60 www.VIZIO.com Index 16:9 .......................................................................... 36 4:3 ............................................................................ 36 Accessories ................................................................ 8 Adjustm...
Page 61 - VIZIO E422VAUser Manual
VIZIO E422VAUser Manual Version 10/29/2010 61 www.VIZIO.com Parental Controls ..................................................... 46 Password ................................................................. 48 Picture Reset Picture Mode .............................................. 39 Picture Me...