Vizio E500i-A1 User's Guide

USERGUIDEINSTALLING YOUR New TVCONTROLS & CONNeCTIONSCONNeCTING YOUR DeVICeSUSING THe ON-SCReeN MeNUUSING THe USB MeDIA PLAYeRUSING VIZIO INTeRNeT

14To install the base:Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface,

15Align the base with the neck and tighten three (3) M4 14mm screws into the base with phillips screwdriverPlace the TV on a stable, level surface.BAS

16BASE INSTALLATION (E500i)To install the base:Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface. To prevent scratches or damage to the screen, place t

17Align the base with the neck and tighten three (3) M6 12mm screws into the base with phillips screwdriverPlace the TV on a stable, level surface.BAS

18Installing 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

19E500i-A1Screw Size: M6Screw Pitch: 1.0mmScrew Length: 18mmHole Pattern: 400mm (V) x 400mm (H)Wall Mount Screw Locaton - E500i

210Controls and ConnectionsREAR PANELRear PanelEthernet - Connect ethernet cable from home network.Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable, satelli

211INPUTMENUCH ^CH VOL ^VOL ^^Side PanelSIDE PANELPOWER - Turn TV off or on.MENU - Open the on-screen menu.CHANNEL UP/DOWN - Change the channel.VOLUME

212FRONT PANELFront PanelREMOTE SENSOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor.

213REMOTE CONTROLRemote ControlINPUT Change the currently-displayed input.ARROW Navigate the on-screen menu.EXIT Close the on-screen menu.CLOSED CAPT

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214Replacing the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover.2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the

315Connecting Your DevicesCONNECTING A DEVICECONNECTING A DEVICEBESTHDMI CABLE• DIGITAL • HD VIDEO (1080p)* • HD AUDIO* Maximum ResolutionBETTERCOMPON

316CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICEHome Audio ReceiverVIZIO Sound BarCONNECTING AUDIO DEVICEYour TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver

317CONNECTING TO A WIRED NETWORKCONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORKYour TV is internet-ready. It can be connected to your home network with a Wired or Wireless

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

519Using 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

520CHANGING 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

521SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONINGYour TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a progra

522• Window Color - Change the edge color.• Window Opacity - Change the edge type.4. When you are satisfied with the appearance of the closed capti

523• Movie mode sets the picture settings to values perfect for watching a movie in a dark room.• Game mode optimizes the picture settings for displ

WelcomeTHANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIOAnd congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV.To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these instructions

524• Ambient Light Sensor - The ambient light sensor detects the light levels in the room and automatically adjusts the backlight for the best pictur

5255. When you have finished adjusting the color temperature, press the EXIT button on the remote.Adjusting the Picture Size and PositionWhen displayi

526Resetting the Picture Settings To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings:1. From the Picture Settings menu, use the Arrow butt

527• Advanced Audio - See Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings on page 27.• Equalizer Settings - Adjusts the boost or attenuation of different freq

528Resetting the Audio SettingsTo reset the audio settings to the factory default settings:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu

529To 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 di

530Testing Your Network ConnectionTo test your network connection:1. From the Network Connection menu, highlight Test Connection and press OK.2. The

531Setting the Tuner ModeIf you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such as an external antenna or cable TV connection, you must set

532Adding New ChannelsOccasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or add a new range of channels. You can do this by using the Partial Chan

533Skipping ChannelsAfter a channel scan is completed, you may find that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some channe

• Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover us

534Using the Parental ControlsThe TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from displaying certain channels or programs without a password.A

535Blocking and Unblocking Content by RatingA channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for children, and at other times broadcast progr

536Changing the Names of the InputsTo make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs.

537Setting the Time ZoneTo ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the TV’s time zone:To have the TV display the corr

538To turn the VIZIO light on or off:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote

539Using Guided SetupThe TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner or to connect the TV with your network.To access guided setup:1. Pr

540USING THE INFO WINDOWThe Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote:• Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time

641Using the USB Media PlayerUSING THE USB MEDIA PLAYERThe USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to your TV and play music or photo

642Folder ContentsThis area displays the contents of the currently selected folder. You can browse between files using the Arrow and OK buttons on the

743Using VIZIO Internet AppsVIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) delivers popular online content to your TV. VIA features a selection of Apps that allow you to w

Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, contact your dealer and

744Adding a New App to the VIA DockThough your TV arrives pre-loaded with featured VIA Apps, new Apps are continually being added to the Widget Galler

745Answer menu is displayed.11. Enter your security answer using the QWERTY Keyboard and press OK. The Create Profile menu is displayed.12. Highlight D

746Removing a User ProfileTo remove a user profile:1. Press the V Button on the remote.2. Highlight the Profile App by scrolling left and right using t

A47Troubleshooting & Technical Supportdo you have questions?Let us heLP!youR PRoduCt inCLudes FRee LiFetiMe teCh suPPoRtPhone:Email:Web:(877) 878-

A48The 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

A49The image quality is not good.• For the best image quality, view high-definition programs using digital sources. Connect your devices with HDMI cab

B50SpecificationsE420i-A1 E500i-A1Screen Size: 42” Class 50” Class Viewable Area: 42.00” 50.00”Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand:38.13” x 24.51” x 7.96”

B51E420i-A1 E500i-A1Audio Outputs:RCA Stereo,Optical DigitalRCA Stereo,Optical DigitalOSD Language: English, Spanish, French English, Spanish, FrenchA

C52Limited WarrantyON PARTS AND LABORCovers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original pu

D53Legal & ComplianceFCC Class B Radio Interference StatementNOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTIONIf an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna

D54VIZIO Internet Applications DisclaimerVIZIO Internet Applications (“VIA”) affords the opportunity to access third party Internet product offerings

D55related information, including but not limited to information about your use of the VIZIO Software, the VIA Services, content viewed and attached p

D56AND 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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Table of Contents1Installing the TV ... 3Inspecting the Package Contents ...

2Changing the Names of the Inputs ...36Changing the On-Screen Menu Language ...36Setting the Time Zone

3Installing the TVINSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTSBefore installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to