USER MANUALModel: D500i-B1VIZIO
14It is recommended that two people take part in the base installation.Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damag
15To install the stand:1. Align the neck piece with the bottom of the TV as shown.2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten three (3) of the included
16Installing the TV on a WallTo mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the information below to find the appropriate mount for yo
2BACK PANELControls and Connections7Ethernet - Connect an Ethernet cable from home network.Coaxial - Connect a coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or
28FRONT PANELREMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor.The power indicator flashes on when the TV turn
29REMOTE CONTROLINPUT Change the currently-displayed input.ARROW Navigate the on-screen menu.EXIT Close the on-screen menu.CLOSED CAPTIONS Turn close
210Replacing the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover.2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the
3Connecting Your DevicesCONNECTING A DEVICEBETTERCOMPONENT CABLE• ANALOG • HD VIDEO (1080i)* • STEREO AUDIOBESTHDMI CABLE• DIGITAL • HD VIDEO (1080p)*
312COAXIAL CABLECoaxial cables are the traditional way of connecting antennas and cable television signals to your TV. Coaxial cables carry both audio
313HDMI CABLEHDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use. HDMI technology transmits c
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
3CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICEHome Audio ReceiverVIZIO Sound BarYour TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver or sound bar. 1. Verify
315CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPESHDMI CABLEHDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital multi-channel surround audio through a sing
316Without HDMI ARC With HDMI ARCCONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - ARCHDMIHDMIYour Home Audio ReceiverYour Blu-Ray PlayerRCA (Audio)Your TVHDMIHDMIYour Hom
3CONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORKYour TV is internet-ready. It can be connected to your home network with a Wired or Wireless connection.Connecting to a Wir
418The 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 th
4198. Use the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote to answer the question about your TV signal connection, then perform the channel scan or select the
520Using the On-Screen MenuYour TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote. You can al
521CHANGING THE INPUT SOURCEExternal devices such as DVD players, Blu-ray Players, and video game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of
522VIEWING VIDEO WITH THE MENU OPENWhen the on-screen menu opens, it covers the left-hand portion of the picture. The picture can be displayed in thre
523ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGSYour TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions.To adjust the picture settings:1. Pr
WelcomeTHANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIOAnd congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV.To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions
524Adjusting the Advanced Picture SettingsTo adjust the advanced picture settings:1. From the PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Advanc
525Adjusting the Professional Picture SettingsProfessional Picture Settings allow you to make precise adjustments to the picture and to create picture
526To turn color channels off and on:1. From the PROFESSIONAL PICTURE menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press OK. Th e C
527To show or hide the Color Bar Test Pattern:1. From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/R
528Creating a Custom Picture ModeCustom picture modes allow you to save a group of custom settings for various viewing conditions and video sources. •
529Renaming a Custom Picture ModeAutomatically-created custom picture modes are given generic names, beginning with "Custom 1," but you can
530Deleting a Custom Picture ModeCustom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted.To delete a custom picture mode:1. From the PROFESSION
531ADJUSTING THE AUDIO SETTINGSTo adjust the audio settings:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2. Use the Arro
532Deleting the Custom Audio ModeTo delete the custom audio mode that has been created:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is
533Setting the Auto Power Off FeatureTo help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes without a video or audio signal. This
or local power company.• Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s war
534USING THE NETWORK CONNECTION MENUYour TV is Internet-ready, featuring both an Ethernet port and built-in high-speed Wireless-N.Connecting to a Wire
535Finding MAC Addresses for Network SetupThe security settings on your router may require you to enter the TV's MAC address in the router's
536SETTING UP THE TUNERYou can use the TV’s Tuner menu to:• Select a Tuner Input• Perform an Auto Channel Scan• Perform a Partial Channel Scan• Ma
537Adding New ChannelsOccasionally, you may need to add a new range of channels or add a new analog channel. You can do this by using the Partial Cha
538Skipping ChannelsAfter a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some channe
539Changing the Digital Audio LanguageSome digital over-the-air (free), cable, and satellite channels broadcast programs in more than one language. Th
540SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONINGYour TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a progra
541• Background Color - Change the color of the background directly behind the text.• Background Opacity - Change the transparency of the background
542RENAMING DEVICES ON THE INPUT MENUInputs can be renamed to make them easier to recognize on the Input menu (see Changing the Input Source on page
543CHANGING THE TV SETTINGSUsing the System menu, you can:• View system information• Set up parental controls• Change the on-screen menu language•
your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.• Do not use your TV if any
544Using the Parental ControlsThe TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs without a password.T
545Blocking and Unblocking Content by RatingA channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and at other times broadcast progr
546Changing the On-Screen Menu LanguageYour TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages.To change the on-screen menu language:1. Press t
547Adjusting the CEC SettingsThe CEC function on your TV enables you to control HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional
548USING THE RESET & ADMIN MENUYou can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to restore the TV to its factory default settings.Restoring the TV to F
549USING THE INFO WINDOWThe Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote:• Press the INFO or GUIDE button once to
650Using the USB Media PlayerUSB PORTUSING THE USB MEDIA PLAYERThe USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and play music,
651Browse PhotosArtist A-ZView:Sort:MusicMyFlashDrive\Audio\root\My MusicUSB1: MyFlashDriveMy MusicPage 1 of 1VIZIOAlbum Art If included on the USB th
652Date New-OldView:Sort:VideoMyFlashDrive\Video\root\My VideosUSB1: MyFlashDriveMy VideosPage 1 of 1VIZIOPage Information If your USB thumb drive has
653Start SlideshowName A-ZThumbnails SettingsView:Sort:PhotoVIZIO_2GB\Photo\rootFile Name: D 1920x1080Resolution: 1920x1080Size: 1607270KBU
TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTIONIf an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna
754Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® (V.I.A. Plus)VIZIO Internet Apps (V.I.A.) Plus delivers popular online content to your TV. V.I.A. features a select
755USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS® APPS WINDOWThe fullscreen V.I.A. Plus apps window allows you to add and store Apps. The apps on the first page ar
756FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS PLUS® WINDOW OVERVIEWThe fullscreen apps window allows you to add, delete and move your apps. The My Apps tab displays apps
757Deleting an App from the My Apps TabTo delete an App from your TV:1. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the App you wish to delete.2
758Moving an App in My AppsYou can organize your Apps on your My Apps tab by moving them where you want. To move the Apps on your My Apps tab:1. Use
ATroubleshooting & Technical SupportFind help with:• New Product Setup• Connecting Your Devices• Technical Problems• Product Updates• And Mor
A60The TV displays “No Signal.”• Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a different input source.• If you are using cable TV, satell
A61The image quality is not good.• For the best image quality, view high-definition programs using digital sources. Connect your devices with HDMI cab
B62SpecificationsD500i-B1Screen Size: 50" ClassViewable Area: 50.00"Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand:44.28" x 27.72" x 8.64" 44.
B63D500i-B1Audio Outputs:RCA Analog Stereo Output, Optical DigitalOSD Language: English, Spanish, French Ambient Light Sensor: YesRemote Control Mode
Table of Contents1Installing the TV ... 3Inspecting the Package Contents ...
C64Limited WarrantyON PARTS AND LABORCovers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original pu
D65Legal & ComplianceFCC Class B Radio Interference StatementNOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
D66VIZIO Internet Applications DisclaimerVIZIO Internet Applications (“VIA”) affords the opportunity to access third party Internet product offerings
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D68AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY BY JURISDICTION.11. Disclaimer of Warranties. YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF THE VIZ
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2Viewing System Information ....43Using the Parental Controls ....44
31Installing the TVINSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTSBefore installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below t
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