Vizio 40in User Manual

VIZIOUSER MANUALModel: M401i-A3

14To install the base:1. It is recommended that two people take part in the base installation. Remove any plastic wrapping from the TV and stand.

15Installing 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

2Controls and ConnectionsREAR PANELEthernet - Connect Ethernet cable from home network.Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or anten

27FRONT PANELREMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor.FRONT PANEL

28REMOTE CONTROLREMOTE CONTROLINFOMENUGUIDEBACKVOLENTERCH3D1 2 34 5 67 809EXITINPUTLISTOKAPP LAUNCHER Quickly launch the pictured App.INPUT Change the

29Replacing the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover.2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the

310Connecting Your DevicesCONNECTING A DEVICEGame ConsoleCable/Satellite BoxDVD/Blu-ray PlayerYour TV can be used to display output from most devices.

311COAXIAL CABLECoaxial cables are the traditional way of connecting antennas and cable television signals to your TV. Coaxial cables carry both audio

312HDMI CABLEHDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use. HDMI technology transmits c

313CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICEHome Audio ReceiverVIZIO Sound BarYour TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver or sound bar. 1. Verif

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

314HDMI CABLEHDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital multi-channel surround audio through a single HDMI cable. Audio Return Channel-enabled (A

315Without HDMI ARC With HDMI ARCHDMIHDMIYour Home Audio ReceiverYour Blu-Ray PlayerRCA (Audio)Your TVHDMIHDMIYour Home Audio ReceiverYour Blu-Ray Pla

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 Wi

417The 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 t

4187. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Phone Number, ZIP Code, and E-mail Address using the on-screen keyboard. Highlight Next and press OK. Use t

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

521ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGSYour TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and viewing conditions.To adjust the picture settings:1. Pr

522Adjusting the Color TemperatureAdjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture.To adjust

5234. When you have finished adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings, press the EXIT button on the remote.Resetting the Picture Settings To reset the

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 AUDIO SETTINGSTo adjust the audio settings:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2. Use the Arrow

525—or—• Highlight EQ Mode and then press the Left/Right Arrow buttons to select Advanced. Adjust each frequency.• Reset Audio Mode - Restores the a

526Setting the Auto Power Off FeatureTo help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10 minutes if no signal is being displayed on th

527Changing the Manual Setup SettingsAdvanced users can fine-tune the network settings using the Manual Setup feature.To change advanced network settin

528Testing Your Network ConnectionTo test your network connection:1. From the NETWORK menu, highlight Test Connection and press OK.2. The TEST CONNE

529Selecting a Tuner InputSelect the type of tuner input you will be using. You can select either Antenna (Over-the-air) or Cable (Out-of-the-wall) co

530To add a single new analog channel:1. From the TUNER menu, highlight Add Analog Channel and press OK. The ADD ANALOG CHANNEL menu is displayed.2.

531Changing the Digital Audio LanguageSome digital over-th-air (free), cable, and satellite channels broadcast programs in more than one language. The

532SETTING UP CLOSED CAPTIONINGYour TV can display closed captions for programs that include them. Closed captions display a transcription of a progra

533• Window Opacity - Change the opacity of the closed captioning box1. When you are satisfied with the appearance of the closed captions, press the

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

534SETTING UP DEVICESYou can use the TV remote control to power on/off and control various devices (Blu-ray players, Cable box, VCR, etc.) connected t

535Pairing a New DeviceYou can control devices connected to your TV by pairing them.To pair a device:1. From the DEVICES menu, use the Arrow buttons

536Unpairing a DeviceTo unpair a device:1. From the DEVICES menu, use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the device you want to unpair and

537CHANGING THE TV SETTINGSUsing the System menu, you can:• View the System Information• Name the TV inputs• Set up Parental Controls• Change the

538Changing 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.

539Enabling or Disabling Program RatingsTo manage program content according to its rating, you must enable the Program Rating feature.To enable or dis

540Changing the Parental Control PasscodeIf you use the parental controls, you should change the passcode to prevent children from accessing inappropr

541Setting 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

542Turning the Power Indicator On or OffThe Power Indicator on the front of your TV normally does not glow when the TV is on. You can change this sett

543Resetting the TV SettingsTo reset the TV’s picture and audio settings:1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.2.

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 GUIDED SETUP MENUUsing Guided SetupThe TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner, remote control, and connected devices, o

545USING 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

646Using 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, video,

647Browse PhotosArtist A-ZView:Sort:MusicMyFlashDrive\Audio\root\My MusicUSB1: MyFlashDriveMy MusicPage 1 of 1VIZIOAlbum Art If included on the USB th

648Date New-OldView:Sort:VideoMyFlashDrive\Video\root\My VideosUSB1: MyFlashDriveMy VideosPage 1 of 1VIZIOPage InformationIf your USB thumb drive has

649Start SlideshowName A-ZThumbnails SettingsView:Sort:PhotoVIZIO_2GB\Photo\rootFile Name: D 1920x1080Resolution: 1920x1080Size: 1607270KBU

750Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® (V.I.A. Plus)VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® (V.I.A. Plus) delivers popular online content to your TV. V.I.A. features a

751USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS WINDOWThe fullscreen V.I.A. apps window allows you to add and store apps. The Apps on the first page are displayed

752FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW OVERVIEWThe Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps window allows you to add, delete and organize your Apps. The My Apps ta

753Deleting 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

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

754Moving 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 SupportDO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?LET US HELP!YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORTPhone:Email:Web:(877) 878-49

A56The remote is not responding.• Make sure the batteries are properly inserted matching the - and + symbols.• Replace the batteries with fresh ones

A57The image quality is not good.• For the best image quality, view high-definition programs using digital sources. Connect your devices with HDMI cab

B58SpecificationsM401i-A3Screen Size: 40”Viewable Area: 40.00”Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand:36.28” x 23.23” x 7.87” 36.28” x 21.54” x 2.02”Weight w/ S

B59M401i-A3USB 2.0 Ports: 1Ethernet: 1Audio Outputs:RCA Analog Stereo Output, Optical DigitalOSD Language: English, Spanish, FrenchAmbient Light Sens

C60Limited WarrantyON PARTS AND LABORCovers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original pu

D61Legal & ComplianceFCC Class B Radio Interference StatementNOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

D62VIZIO Internet Applications DisclaimerVIZIO Internet Applications (“VIA”) affords the opportunity to access third party Internet product offerings

D63related information, including but not limited to information about your use of the VIZIO Software, the VIA Services, content viewed and attached p

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

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2Changing the Names of the Inputs ...38Using the Parental Controls ....38Access

31Installing the TVINSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTSBefore installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below t