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  • Page 1 VIZIO USER MANUAL Model M55-C2...
  • Page 2 And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV. use caution when moving the cart/apparatus To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these combination to avoid injury from tip-over. your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be instructions before using your product and retain them for future observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV.
  • Page 3 • Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. This may • Do not use your TV if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke • The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer’s or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain warranty does not cover user abuse or improper...
  • Page 4 TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTION 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. Ground Clamp Antenna Lead In Wire information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and...
  • Page 5 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ..........49 Connecting an Audio Device - Arc ............. Adding New Channels ..............Connecting to Your Network.............. ® Using VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (V.I.A. Plus) ..................Connecting to a Wired Network (Best) ........... Listening to Alternate Audio .............. Using the fullscreen V.I.A. Apps Window ..........54 Connecting to a Wireless Network ..........

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Tv

    Getting to Know Your TV INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is missing or damaged. INPUT LIST MENU EXIT INFO BACK GUIDE ENTER Power Cord (Batteries Included)

  • Page 8: Installing The Tv

    INSTALLING THE TV To install the stands: contents you can begin installing the TV. Your TV can be installed in two ways: • • Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the TV and keep it from falling over.

  • Page 9: Installing The Tv On A Wall

    To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult the Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. M55-C2 Hole Pattern: Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the weight of the TV.

  • Page 10: Front Panel

    REMOTE SENSOR & POWER INDICATOR When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor. To keep the power indicator on as long as the TV is on, see FRONT PANEL...

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    HDMI - Connect HDMI device. Ethernet - Connect Ethernet cable from home network. Coaxial - Component/Composite - Connect component or composite device. Stereo Audio Out - Connect RCA audio device, such as sound bar. Optical Audio Out HDMI - Connect HDMI device. Power - Press once to turn on the TV.

  • Page 12: Remote Control Front

    BACK CHANNEL UP/DOWN Go to the previous on-screen menu. Change the channel. VOLUME UP/DOWN V BUTTON Increase or decrease loudness Open the VIZIO Internet Apps of the audio. ® Plus (V.I.A. Plus) dock. MUTE LAST Return to the channel last viewed.

  • Page 13: Replacing The Batteries

    Replacing the Batteries Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Press in on the button on the rear of the remote. 4.

  • Page 14: Connecting Your Devices

    Connecting Your Devices CONNECTING A DEVICE Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc.). Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Devices

    CONNECTING A DEVICE - AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE TYPES AV CABLE COAXIAL CABLE COMPONENT CABLE HDMI CABLE AV cables (or Composite cables) are the Component cables are designed to carry high HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease traditional way of connecting your devices to connecting antennas and cable television audio connections.

  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio Device

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE Your TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver or sound bar. Verify that your device has an audio port that matches an available port on the TV (Optical, RCA, etc). Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the Home Audio Receiver device.

  • Page 17: Connecting An Audio Device - Audio Cable Types

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - AUDIO CABLE TYPES RCA CABLE HDMI CABLE cables Composite cables) HDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital traditional way of connecting your devices to your pulses of light through a cable made of plastic multi-channel surround audio through a single audio device.

  • Page 18: Connecting An Audio Device - Arc

    CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE - ARC WITHOUT HDMI ARC WITH HDMI ARC With an HDMI ARC setup, the audio connection between your Without an HDMI ARC setup, your TV will transmit audio signal TV and Home Audio Receiver can be removed. The HDMI cable from the built-in tuner and VIA apps to your home audio receiver will transmit audio signal to and from your TV with an all-digital through a separate audio connection.

  • Page 19: Connecting To Your Network

    CONNECTING TO YOUR NETWORK Your TV is Internet-ready. It can be connected to your home network Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wired or Wireless connection. Ensure you have a router or modem broadcasting as Connecting to a Wired Network (Best) Connect an Ethernet cable to your router and to the Ethernet Ethernet Cable Router / Modem...
  • Page 20 Completing The First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the To complete the first-time setup: you through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Before you begin the first-time setup: • Your TV should be installed and the power cord should be connected to an electrical outlet.
  • Page 21 Use the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote to list of available networks and press OK. I Accept and press OK. Enter the network password using the keyboard on the Enter your E-mail Address, First Name, Last remote, then highlight Connect and press OK. Name, and Zip Code using the keyboard on the remote.
  • Page 22 Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight TV will need to scan for channels, which takes your TV source and press OK. several minutes. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Begin Scan and press OK. Note: Number of ports may differ by TV.
  • Page 23 From this menu, you can: a menu option, and press the OK • Adjust the Picture settings button to select that option. To change the input source: VIZIO • Adjust the Audio settings Press the INPUT button on TV SETTINGS •...

  • Page 24: Viewing Video With The Menu Open

    CHANGING THE SCREEN ASPECT RATIO VIEWING VIDEO WITH THE MENU OPEN VIZIO PICTURE When the on-screen menu opens, it covers the left-hand portion of Picture Mode Standard Auto Brightness Control Backlight Brightness Adjusting the Wide Mode (Aspect Ratio) on •...
  • Page 25 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS Use the Arrow buttons on the 4. To manually change each of the picture settings, use the Up/ VIZIO remote to highlight Picture Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight that picture Mode, then use the Left/Right...
  • Page 26 Clear Action to the picture and to create picture modes to save groups of picture From the PICTURE menu, use the On or settings. VIZIO Arrow buttons to highlight More • Reduce Noise Picture, and then press OK. To adjust the Picture Mode Edit settings: MORE PICTURE •...

  • Page 27: Locking/Unlocking A Custom Picture Mode

    From the PICTURE MODE EDIT • The custom picture mode is not automatically saved. VIZIO menu, use the Arrow buttons LOCK PICTURE MODE To save a custom picture mode: to highlight Lock Picture Mode, and then press OK.

  • Page 28: Deleting A Custom Picture Mode

    Deleting a Custom Picture Mode Resetting Picture Mode Custom picture modes that are no longer needed can be deleted. Reset the picture mode settings (for a preset picture mode) to the factory default values. Inputs assigned to a deleted custom picture mode To reset a customized preset picture mode: become assigned to the Calibrated picture mode.
  • Page 29 Adjusting the Color Tuner Settings From the COLOR CALIBRATION menu, use the Arrow buttons From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to to highlight Color Tuner, and then press OK. The Color Tuner highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow menu is displayed.
  • Page 30 To show or hide the Flat Test Pattern: To show or hide the Ramp Test Pattern: From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to From the Color Tuner menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow highlight Color Tuner, and then press the Left/Right Arrow...
  • Page 31 HDMI ARC output when connected to a Press the MENU button on the To select a pre-set audio mode: VIZIO PCM or Bitstream. remote. The on-screen menu Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is AUDIO is displayed.

  • Page 32: Deleting The Custom Audio Mode

    To create, modify, or replace the single custom equalizer setting: Deleting the Custom Audio Mode To delete the custom audio mode that has been created: Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is 2.
  • Page 33 Up/Down Arrow buttons on Press the MENU button on the From the menu, use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Blank Screen and press OK. VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is the remote to highlight TIMERS displayed.

  • Page 34: Using The Network Connection Menu

    Wireless-N. To change advanced network settings: Connecting to a Wireless Network From the NETWORK menu, From the NETWORK menu, highlight Manual Setup and press VIZIO highlight Manual Setup and OK. The menu is displayed. being broadcast: press OK. The MANUAL SETUP 2.

  • Page 35: Connecting To A Hidden Network

    Testing Your Network Connection To test your network connection: being broadcast: From the NETWORK menu, highlight Test Connection and From the NETWORK menu, press OK. VIZIO highlight Hidden Network and press OK. The 2. The screen displays the connection ENTER ACCESS POINT NAME POINT NAME screen is displayed.

  • Page 36: Adding New Channels

    Antenna (Over-the-air) or Cable (Out-of-the-wall) connections. add a new analog channel. You can do this by using the Partial • From the menu, highlight Channel Source and VIZIO than scanning all possible channels. • press OK. The menu displays. CHANNELS...
  • Page 37 To add a single new analog channel: Skipping Channels From the menu, VIZIO are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be some highlight Add Analog Channel channels you do not want to view. You can remove these channels ADD ANALOG CHANNEL and press OK.

  • Page 38: Listening To Alternate Audio

    The Digital Audio Language feature only works when the program being viewed is being broadcast in the language you select. Audio Language feature only works when the program From the menu, VIZIO Programming. highlight Digital Language and press OK. The DIGITAL DIGITAL LANGUAGE LANGUAGE menu is displayed.

  • Page 39: Changing The Appearance Of Digital Closed Captions

    TV will not display them. From the • Window Opacity - Change the opacity of the closed VIZIO menu, use the Arrow buttons to highlight Digital Style and press DIGITAL STYLE To activate or deactivate closed captions:...
  • Page 40 Typical choices include: • Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip of Background Background Text Text appears. This is the typical "As Broadcast" mode. • Opaque background and window in the same color—When background is black, and the window is red. Window Wind Wind...

  • Page 41: Renaming Devices On The Input Menu

    Input Port To change the name of an input: Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. VIZIO 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Devices and NAME INPUT press OK. The menu is displayed.
  • Page 42 Viewing System Information Changing the On-Screen Menu Language To view a summary of the TV settings: Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is To change the on-screen menu language: VIZIO • View system information displayed. SYSTEM Press the MENU button on the •...

  • Page 43: Using The Parental Controls

    Press the MENU button on the The Parental Controls menu only appears when: To enable or disable the Program Rating feature: VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is • You are using the tuner to receive your TV signals, such as...

  • Page 44: Blocking And Unblocking Content By Rating

    Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating Changing the Parental Control PIN Resetting the Content Locks A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant for If you use the parental controls, you should change the PIN to To reset the content locks to the factory-default settings: children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant prevent children from accessing inappropriate material.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Wide Mode (Aspect Ratio)

    To create a custom name for your TV: 24 for an alternate way of adjusting the Wide Mode. Press the MENU button on the Press the MENU button on the VIZIO VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
  • Page 46 Adjusting the CEC Settings The CEC function on your TV enables you to control HDMI-connected The Power Indicator on the front of your TV normally does not glow devices with the included remote without any additional when the TV is on. You can change this setting if you prefer the light programming.
  • Page 47 VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is RESET & ADMIN displayed. Reset TV to Factory Defaults 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the VIZIO Privacy Policy remote to highlight System and Smart Interactivity press OK. The menu is Store Demo displayed.

  • Page 48: Using The Info Window

    • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the Press the MENU button on the program title, program rating, audio information, and the VIZIO remote. The on-screen menu is start and end times of the program. displayed.
  • Page 49 Using the USB Media Player USING THE USB MEDIA PLAYER Preparing Your USB Drive to Play USB Media Removing the USB Drive from the TV drive: Doing so may damage the drive. your TV and play music, video, or photos. •...
  • Page 50 The blue bar will with your music, the album lengthen as the song progresses. art will display here. Connected Sources VIZIO Fab Apple Dream Displays On January Mix Comp Music Oliver USB1: MyFlashDrive 00:04:00 00:04:46 devices.
  • Page 51 Back Button Highlight this button and press OK to return to the previous screen. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays Video USB1: MyFlashDrive devices. MyFlashDrive\Video\root\My Videos File Date Duration Family Vacation - California 00:23:43 Current Folder 26th Birthday Party 00:38:18 My Videos...
  • Page 52 You can press OK to return to the previous screen. Current Folder using the Arrow and OK Displays the folder path. buttons on the remote. Connected Sources VIZIO Displays VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root Photo USB1: devices. Current Folder root A.jpg B.jpg C.jpg...

  • Page 53: Using Vizio Internet Apps Plus (V.i.a. Plus)

    Using 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. Plus features a selection of Apps that allow you to watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, get weather and news information, and more–all on demand.

  • Page 54: Using The Fullscreen V.i.a. Apps Window

    USING THE FULLSCREEN V.I.A. APPS WINDOW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps window allows you to add and store Apps on additional pages can be moved to the Dock. To open the Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window: Press the V Button on the remote twice. 2.

  • Page 55: Fullscreen V.i.a. Plus Apps Window Overview

    FULLSCREEN V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW OVERVIEW The Fullscreen V.I.A. Plus Apps Window allows you to add, delete and organize your Apps. The My Apps tab displays Apps that displayed in the V.I.A. Plus App Dock. Apps with a small lock icon in the right-hand corner cannot be deleted.

  • Page 56: Customizing The V.i.a. Plus Apps Window

    CUSTOMIZING THE V.I.A. PLUS APPS WINDOW Deleting an App from the My Apps Tab Moving an App in My Apps To delete an app from your TV: You can organize your Apps on your My Apps tab by moving them You can add, delete, and move apps around on your My Apps tab where you want.
  • Page 57 Use the Arrow buttons to move the app to the desired location and press OK to place the app.When you can move the app, it appears as shown below. Note: App location, appearance, and availability subject to change without notice. Cursor showing the location that the app will move to...

  • Page 58: Viewing Ultra Hd Content

    Viewing Ultra HD Content WHAT IS ULTRA HD? WHAT YOU NEED TO VIEW ULTRA HD CONTENT WHAT IS HDMI 2.0 AND HDCP 2.2? To view Ultra HD content, you will need: • Ultra HD TV The detail and resolution available from UHD makes everything you consoles, and more to deliver Ultra HD content.
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting & Technical Support SUPPORT.VIZIO.COM Find help with: • New Product Setup • Connecting Your Devices • Technical Problems • Product Updates • And More Live Chat Support Available You can also contact our award-winning support team at: Phone: (877) 878-4946 (TOLL-FREE)
  • Page 60 VIZIO.COM/PRODUCT-REGISTRATION Why Register? Customized Support Get assistance quickly with your information on-hand. News & Offers Take advantage of the latest news and special offers from VIZIO. Safety & Satisfaction with important product updates and notifications. REGISTER YOUR VIZIO PRODUCT NOW...
  • Page 61 Ensure all cables are securely attached to the TV. • Your UHD TV is precision-manufactured using an • Adjusting the Picture • . VIZIO recommends selecting see your device’s user manual for details. Calibrated. occurrences are inherent to this type of product and do • Adjusting •...
  • Page 62 I see “noise” or static on the screen. • broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted (improved) to match your TV’s display capabilities. This up-converting can sometimes cause irregularities in the image. • If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
  • Page 63 M55-C2 M55-C2 Screen Size: 55" Remote Control Model: Viewable Area: Dimensions w/ Stand: w/o Stand: Voltage Range: Weight w/ Stand: w/o Stand: Power Consumption: LCD Backlight: DLED Standby Power: Active LED Zones: Zero Bright Pixel Guarantee: Refresh Rate: Clear Action:...

  • Page 64: Warranty

    Warranty ON PARTS AND LABOR NOTICE. covered Product to the VIZIO service center. Puerto Rico Only. VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and Limitations and Exclusions Personal Data VIZIO’s one-year limited warranty only covers defects in If your VIZIO product is capable of storing personal data materials and workmanship.
  • Page 65 VIA device by VIZIO. You can obtain a copy of the GPL, LGPL licenses from: unless those charges are made available to you in advance. VIZIO makes no and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference warranties or representations of any kind as to the accuracy, currency, or that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 66 The following terms and conditions govern the use of any software on your products or services purchased, that is gathered periodically to facilitate the your sole risk and that VIZIO shall have no liability to you for content that may VIZIO HD TV:...
  • Page 67 License Agreement shall govern. Other APPLY TO YOU. In no event shall VIZIO’s total liability to you for all damages (other than as may be required by applicable law in cases involving personal limitations will apply even if the above stated remedy fails of its essential...
  • Page 68 © 2015 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 150128OC-US-NC...

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