Vizio VAP430 User's Guide Page 1

USERGUIDEINSTALLING THE CO-STARGETTING TO KNOW THE CO-STARWATCHING TV ON THE CO-STARBROWSING THE WEBUSING THE ON-SCREEN MENUTROUBLESHOOTING & SUPP

110WATCH THIS!Use the TV & Movies app to easily browse content. Setup the app with your watching preferences, and results will be tailored to your

111EXPLORE & DISCOVERWe’ve pre-loaded some of the best apps available, but there are thousands more waiting for you in the Google Play store. Chec

112Web SurfingCo-Star is among a few stream players that feature a full Internet browser with the blazing fast Google Chrome. Support for Adobe Flash

131HAVE FUN!Sure, the VIZIO Co-Star is a powerful new way to enjoy TV, but more than anything, it’s fun! So whether you’re a casual user or “super-gee

142Installing the Co-Star INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTSBefore installing your new Co-Star take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the ima

215Connect to HDMI INHDMI Cable*HD Cable/Satellite BoxFIRST TIME SETUP After removing the Co-Star from the box and inspecting the package contents you

216Connect to HDMI OUTHDMI Cable*HDTVConnecting the Co-StarConnect the Stream Player to your TV with an HDMI cable.**HDMI Cable sold separately.2

217Ethernet Cable*Connect to LANRouter or Modem*Ethernet Cable sold separately.Connecting the Co-StarConnect the Stream Player to your router or modem

218Connecting Power CordConnect to DC INPower Light4Connect the power adapter to the Stream Player to DC IN as shown.Plug the power adapter into an el

219CONNECTING THE CO-STAR TO YOUR HOME AUDIO SYSTEMIf you have a home audio system that you would like to use with your Stream Player, use the diagram

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default” setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the f

220Co-Star AV Setup - HDMI with pass-throughIf you have a VIZIO Sound Bar, or an A/V receiver with HDMI pass-through capability, you can use this setu

221USING GUIDED SETUPThe first time you turn on your Co-Star, it will take you through an on-screen configuration process. Follow the on-screen directio

322Getting to Know the Co-StarCO-STAR (REAR)Rear ViewUSBConnect USB device.HDMI InConnect HDMI device.HDMI OutConnect to TV.Ethernet (LAN)Connect rout

323Resetting the Co-StarFACTORY RESETResetting the Co-StarIn the event that you need to restore your Stream Player to its factory default settings: 1.

324REMOTE CONTROLThe remote is Bluetooth enabled. If you complete device setup, the remote will be paired to the Stream Player. When paired, you do no

325REMOTE CONTROLRemote ControlTV Power Press to turn on your TV. You must complete device setup for this function.App ShortcutsPress to quickly open

326REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)Remote ControlPlayback ControlsPress to play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, record (DVR),or stop playback.Input Opens Fast

327Replacing the BatteriesCTRLFnESC|{ }`CTRLFnESC|{ }`BATTERYReplacing Batteries1. Remove the battery cover.2. Insert two batteries into the remote

328Slide along right edge to scroll up/down.Tap or Double-Tap to select.Slide thumb or finger to move cursor.Some apps may not support all of the abo

329GETTING TO KNOW THE ON-SCREEN MENUGoogle ChromeBrowsing the internet on your TV is a cinch with the Google Chrome browser for Google TV. For more i

WelcomeTHANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIOAnd congratulations on your new VIZIO Co-Star.To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instruction

330CONNECTING ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIESIn addition to the remote control included with your Stream Player, you can use the following accessories with you

331Using Bluetooth Accessories with the Co-StarTo use a Bluetooth accessory with your Stream Player, you need to pair it with the Stream Player. To pa

432GOOGLE TV™ & FEATURED APPS Using the On-Screen MenuNAVIGATING THE ON-SCREEN MENUUse the remote control to navigate the on-screen menu to acc

433NOTIFICATIONSAccessing and Managing NotificationsThe notifications menu is located in the top right corner of the on-screen menu. Here you can view a

434MANAGING APPSAdding and Removing AppsIn addition to the pre-installed apps, you can browse through the Google Play Store for a wide selection of ap

435Managing Favorite AppsAdd your most used apps to the Favorite Apps section in the on-screen menu to access them more quickly.To add apps to the Fav

436Creating a Custom CategoryThe drop-down arrow on the top right-hand corner of the on-screen menu allows you to select categories to file application

437USING THE SETTINGS MENUSUsing the Guided SetupAccess these step-by-step guides for help in setting up the main features of the Stream Player.To acc

438Adjusting Video SettingsAdjust the display to best fit your preferences and viewing conditions.To adjust the Video Settings:1. Press the V Button o

439Adjusting Advanced Video Settings See below for Advanced Video Settings descriptions:• Color Enhancement - Reduces oversaturation of some colors a

Important Safety Warnings 4Your Stream Player is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock

440SETTING UP DEVICESAdding/Removing Video and Audio DevicesView an editable list of audio and video input devices connected to your Stream Player.To

441Adding/Removing a Bluetooth DeviceSet up control of a TV or add another device connected to the HDMI Out port.For additional information about pair

442Managing Pointer DevicesSet up a touchpad/mouse or WiFi remote. To manage Pointer devices: 1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu

443Restoring 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

444Managing Privacy and SafetyYou can edit history logs and other tracked usage statistics. To manage Privacy and Safety options:1. Press the V Butto

445Managing AccountsSet up and edit accounts for services provided by Google or other apps.To manage accounts:1. Press the V Button on the remote. Th

446Managing ApplicationsEdit and remove applications.To remove an application:1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2.

447Accessing Development ToolsThere are several tools for debugging and testing the system.Development tools are recommended for advanced users only.

448NETWORK SETTINGSIf 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

449Wi-Fi SetupTo set up a Wi-Fi connection to the Stream Player:1. Press the V Button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2. Use the Arro

Important Safety Warnings 5• Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your Stream Player. This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manu

450SYSTEM SETTINGSAdjust system settings such as language, time, accessibility, system info, and updates.To manually add a network:1. Press the V But

515Using Chrome with the Co-StarWEB BROWSING WITH THE CO-STARYour Co-Star is designed with easy web browsing in mind. Using Google Chrome, you can e

552NAVIGATING THE WEBThere are several ways to navigate the web using Google Chrome on your Co-Star. You can:• Enter an address into the URL bar by

553MANAGING PRIVACY AND SAFETYFrom the Browser Settings menu, you can set your homepage, sync your bookmarks with your Google Account, configure your p

54ATroubleshootingDO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?LET US HELP!YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORTPhone:Email:Web:(877) 878-4946 (TOLL-FREE)techsupp

55AHow do I add apps to my Co-Star?• Open the Google Play Store app. This app offers easy access to a wide variety of applications specifically for yo

56AWhat is a Google account and why do I need one?• A Google® account is a sign-in system that gives you access to Google services such as Gmail® e-m

B 57SPECIFICATIONSNETWORKINGWiFi 802.11n/g/bBluetooth YesEthernet 10/100 MbpsDIMENSIONS (WXHXD)Dimensions4.2” x 1.6” x 4.2”Weight 0.66 lbsWARRANTY1 ye

C58Limited WarrantyON PARTS AND LABORCovers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico OnlyVIZIO provides a warranty to the original purc

D59Legal and ComplianceFCC Class B Radio Interference StatementNOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

Important Safety Warnings 6• If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: - The power cord fails or frays. - Liquid sprays or any object drop

D60will be accessible, available, function in any particular manner or function at all. This Policy, the VIZIO Privacy Policy and the V.I.A. Software

D61identified as having explicit language. Nevertheless, you agree to use the VIA Services at your sole risk and that VIZIO shall have no liability to

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7Table of ContentsWhat is the Co-Star? ...9A New Kind of Television experience ...

8Manual Wi-Fi Network Setup ....49System Settings .....

91What is the Co-Star?A NEW KIND OF TELEVISION EXPERIENCEThe VIZIO Co-Star merges live TV and streaming entertainment into one experience, bringing ap