VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO JV50P High Definition Plasma Television purchase. Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO JV50P High Definition Television. For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or email us at techsupport@vizio.com.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 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 against voltage surges and static charges.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton, check that the JV50P HDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The JV50P HDTV10A weighs 116lb (52.6kg) and about 49” wide x 32” tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 450W, please use the power cord designated for TV. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be defeated. The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections .............................................8 1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................8 1.2 Side Panel Controls.............................................................................................................................................8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections .........
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving..........................................................................................................................................38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................38 4.5.1 Language............................................................................................................................................
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power ‘VIZIO’ light – The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and orange when powered off. Remote Control Sensor – This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls (Power) – Switch the JV50P HDTV10A on by pressing the button once.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 10 SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN – When viewing video from equipment with an Optical Audio Output, you may connect it to this SPDIF Optical connector using a compatible cable. The red color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Right Portion 11 11. 12. 13. 12 13 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT – When the DTV input is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to your home theatre system. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Audio Out – Connect the audio from the Plasma HDTV to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. Remote LED – Blinks when the remote operates. This button starts all programming of the Remote Control. Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. This button selects a programmed DVD player.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. This button displays the image and system information display. Use the Navigation Wheel to operate the On-Screen Display (OSD) after it has been activated by pressing the MENU button. Use the OK button to select your chosen option in OnScreen Display (OSD) menus. GUIDE – This button displays program information. Note: this button is only functional for DTV. EXIT – This button exits the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Re-attach the battery cover. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO JV50P has five different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection Quality (type) Rear Panel Color Codes Description White HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV / TV 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable (out-ofthe-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. Turn on the power to the HDTV. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the Plasma HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIO-23 (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI3 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the AV1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your JV50P; HDMI, Component, AV (SVideo or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO JV50P for optimal results.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual For DVD Players with DVI: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI3 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors by the HDMI3 input (white area) on the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD Player (Good): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV1 group (yellow color area). Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on your DVD player to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the AV1 group (yellow color area).
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the other end to the RGB PC input (blue area) at the rear of the HDTV. Connect the Audio Out on your pc computer to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at the rear of the HDTV. Turn on the HDTV and PC Computer.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For ‘Preparing Your Plasma HDTV for Wall Mounting’, see page 5. 3.1 Basic Plasma HDTV Start Up 1. Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 2. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the HDTV (see pages 15 ~ 25 for detailed steps) 3.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual b. The Language choice screen will be displayed; the default English option is highlighted. If you wish to change the OSD language to Français or Español, press the button on the remote control to select the language you want. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. c. The Tuner screen will be displayed; default choice is Antenna. If you are using Cable, press the button to highlight CABLE. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. d.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual e. The screen will now change to show the progress of the search for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in all areas. Refer to www.antennaweb.org to get information about availability in your area, type of antenna and in which direction to point your antenna. The channel availability through cable depends upon which channels your cable operator supplies in Clear QAM; consult your cable operator for more information. f.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 3.2 Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please make sure that any cable, satellite or off-air antenna connections are secure. Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. 2. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VIZIO logo on the front will change from orange to white. There are 3 options for selecting your programming: a.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 3.4 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen with the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner. Press the or button to scroll up or down the channels. Each time you pause at a channel, the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel and the window will show the live program for that channel.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the TV can control all the function settings. The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 4.2.1 Picture When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. Use the or button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. If Standard, Movie or Game is chosen for the Picture Mode, then the only Picture Adjustments available for you are for the Backlight and Advanced Video; the rest are preset. 4.2.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.5 Tint Press the button to highlight the Tint selection. Press the button to start adjusting the tint and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Tint Indicator Bar so you can see the tint adjustment to the left or right of the nominal position. Use the or button to adjust the level. The Tint adjusts the hue of the picture. The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and adjust for a realistic appearance.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.8 Advanced Video Press the button to highlight the option for Advanced Video selection and press the OK button. A new menu will be displayed showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the picture. DNR Press the button to highlight DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction). Use this feature to diminish picture artifacts caused by the digitizing of image motion content that may be present in the picture.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.3 Audio Adjustment 4.3.1 Volume When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the AUDIO page. Press the button to highlight the Volume selection. Press the button to start adjusting the volume and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Volume Indicator Bar so you can see the volume level between the zero and maximum available levels. Use the or button to adjust the level.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.3.6 Wireless Speakers Press the button to highlight the Wireless Speakers selection. Press the button to turn the Sub-Woofer and rear Satellite speakers On or Off. If your JV50P is receiving 5.1 Surround from an HD program or through the Optical Audio input then it will correctly play it through the five speakers and one subwoofer, the RED 5.1 indicator on center speaker should also light up.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your JV50P you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the TV TUNER SETUP menu. 4.4.1 Tuner Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the TV page. Press the button to highlight the Tuner Mode selection.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.4 Time Zone Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control. Press the button to highlight the Auto Search selection. Press the button to select your area. 4.4.5 Daylight Saving As for Time Zone, setting the daylight saving time for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style When selecting Digital Closed Caption you are also able to customize the look of the Closed Caption. Press the button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection. The default is Broadcast which means the style is the same as the broadcast channel has chosen for transmission. Press the button to select Custom. The Custom page allows you to change the font size and color, the background color, and the transparency of the Closed Caption. 4.5.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control 4.6.1 Channel Block If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and channels can then be made available only after an authorized password has been entered and accepted by the TV. When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the PARENTAL page.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.6.2 TV Rating Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the TV Rating selection. Press the button and the Block TV Rating panel will be displayed.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the Block Unrated TV selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the blocking of programming that does not have a rating. 4.6.5 Change the Password Press the button to highlight the Access Code Edit selection. Press the button and the new Password panel will be displayed.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments. 4.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.3.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 4.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.3.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.13 Video Input Parental Control The Parental Control menu operates in the same way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.6. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 4.14 PC Input Picture Adjustment The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature. 4.14.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual The Brightness adjusts the black levels in the picture. If the brightness is too low you will not be able to see the detail in darker parts of the picture and if the brightness is too high the picture will look washed out. 4.14.4 Contrast Press the button to highlight the Contrast selection.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.14.6 H-SIZE Press the button to highlight the H-Size selection. Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture. Use the the horizontal size. or button to adjust 4.14.7 H. Position Press the button to highlight the Horizontal Shift selection. Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal position of the picture. Use the adjust the horizontal position. or button to 4.14.8 V.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.17 Understanding Viewing Modes Normal Mode The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are added to the left and right of the display image. Standard TV broadcasts are displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred to as pan-and-scan or full frame. These movies were originally filmed in 16:9 (widescreen), and then modified to fit a traditional TV screen (4:3).
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.17.1 Picture-In-Picture(PIP) Mode Your TV features PIP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same time. When PIP is turned on, you can display two pictures at one time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is displayed in a small window (sub screen). The sub-screen can be set to small, medium or large. See below for detailed information regarding the PIP sources.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 4.17.3 Setting the Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off the Plasma HDTV automatically. To set the Sleep Timer using the remote control: 1. Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The Sleep Timer appears in the center of you screen. 2. Press the SLEEP button one or more times to select the time you want. The choices are 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1-(949) 428-2525 or e-mail us at techsupport@vizio.com. Problem Solution No power. Make sure the power button is ON (White VIZIO Logo).
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Problem Solution cover the entire screen. Display (OSD) are set correctly. If you are using TV, AV-C, AV-S or Component with 480i input, use the WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. Make sure that the volume is not turned down. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly.
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 5.4 Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA Canada Germany UK Japan UL CSA VDE BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 6.1 Specifications Specifications Panel 50” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.681mm (H) x 0.681mm (V) Display Compatibility HDTV (1080i) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV) Colors Over 1.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual Gross Weight 149 lbs Certifications CSA/CSA-US, FCC Class B *Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Version 4/9/2007 56 www.VIZIO.
VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual 6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio”, that is, the screen’s width as compared to its height. For example, a “32 inch TV screen” would be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall. Aspect Ratio (16x9): “Wide screen TV” aspect ratio which is more like a movie screen than a traditional TV.
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VIZIO JV50P HDTV10A User Manual P Parental Control Block Unrated Programming, 42 Channel Block, 40 Movie Rating, 41 Password change, 42 TV Rating, 41 PC Input Audio Adjustment, 47 Picture Adjustment, 45 Setup, 47 PC Picture Adjust Auto Adjust, 45 Fine Tune, 47 Horizontal Position, 47 Horizontal Size, 47 Vertical Position, 47 PC Resolutions, 25 PIP and POP Inputs, 49 R Remote Batteries, 14 Layout, 11, 14 Range, 14 Remote Control Setting the Sleep Timer, 50 Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate yo
