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MODELS E3D320VX e241-a1 E3D420VX E3D470VX e291-a1 USER GUIDE InstallIng your new tv Controls & ConneCtIons ConneCtIng your devICes usIng the on-sCreen menu usIng the usb medIa player troubleshootIng & support help, speCs, warranty & legal...
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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 factory default picture settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.
Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should...
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with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use • Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV. caution when moving the cart/apparatus This may compromise the integrity of the display. The combination to avoid injury from tip-over. manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.
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Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to • If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair - The power cord fails or frays. is required, contact your dealer and refer all servicing to - Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV.
TeleVision anTenna ConneCTion ProTeCTion Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable is electrically grounded to provide some protection against...
Accessing the Parental Controls Menu ......30 Connecting A PC (E291-A1) ..........15 Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings ......31 Connecting an Audio Device (E241-A1) ......16 Connecting an Audio Device (E291-A1) ......17 Locking and Unlocking Channels ........31 Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating ....
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Resetting the TV Settings ..........35 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings ....35 Using the Setup Wizard ............ 36 Using the Info Window ............37 Using USB Photo Slideshow....... 38 Using USB photo slideshow ..........38 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV ......38 Playing USB Media ............
It is placed on an uneven, unstable, or non-level surface • It is pushed, pulled, or otherwise improperly moved • If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly secured VIZIO HDTV with Stand Quick Start Guide Remote Control with Batteries Power Cord 2 x Phillips Screws...
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4. To ensure proper ventilation, leave at least 1” of space between the back of the TV and any other objects (walls, etc). Note: E241-A1 model is shown in the installation steps. The base install is the same for the E291-A1 model. Step 3...
TV model: Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you. E241-A1 E291-A1 Screw Size: Screw Length: 10mm...
Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna. Stereo Audio Out - Connect 3.5mm audio cable to audio device. USB - Connect USB thumb drive to view photo slideshow. Component/Composite - Connect component and composite devices. Rear Panel - E241-A1...
Controls and Connections ReaR Panel (e291-a1) HDMI - Connect HDMI device. Optical Audio Out - Connect optical/SPDIF audio device, such as home audio receiver. PC Audio In - Connect 3.5mm audio cable from PC. RGB - Connect VGA cable from PC. Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable, satellite, or antenna.
Side Panel POWER - Turn TV off or on. INPUT - Change input source. MENU - Open the on-screen menu. CHANNEL UP/DOWN - Change the channel. VOLUME UP/DOWN - Increase or decrease volume level. Side Panel...
Remote ContRol inPut PoweR Change the currently-displayed input. Turn TV on or off. a/V ContRolS inFo Control USB photo viewer. Display the info window. CloSed CaPtionS menu Open the closed caption menu. Display the on-screen menu. exit aRRow Close the on-screen menu. Navigate the on-screen menu.
Replacing the Batteries Replacing Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. •...
Av CABLe • viDeo gooD (480i)* • SteReo AUDio CoMPonent CABLe • AnALog BetteR • HD viDeo (1080i)* • SteReo AUDio • DigitAL HDMi CABLe • HD viDeo (1080p)* BeSt • HD AUDio CONNECTING A DEVICE - E241-A1 * Maximum Resolution...
ConneCting A DeviCe (e291-A1) Your TV can be used to display output from most devices. 1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc). Cable/Satellite Box 2. Turn the TV and your device off. 3.
PC Audio In port on the back of the TV. This cable transmits audio. 3. Set your PC’s resolution to match the resolution of your TV. Personal Computer See Appendix B - Specifications. BACK oF tv 3.5mm Cable (For Audio) RGB Cable (For Video) CONNECTING A PC - E241-A1...
ConneCting A PC (e291-A1) Your TV can be used to display output from a personal computer. To use your TV as a PC display: 1. Connect an RGB cable (not included) to your PC and the RGB port on the back of the TV. This cable transmits video. 2.
ConneCting An AUDio DeviCe (e241-A1) Your TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver or sound bar. 1. Verify that your device has a audio port that matches an Home Audio Receiver available port on the TV (Optical, etc).
2. Turn the TV and your audio device off. 3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and the device. 4. Turn the TV and your device on. VIZIO Sound Bar BACK oF tv BetteR Optical/SPDIF Cable gooD 3.5mm Cable...
Completing the First-Time Setup The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you 4. Use the OK and Arrow Up/ through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use. Down buttons on the remote to highlight your time zone and Before you begin the first-time setup: press OK.
Using the On-Screen Menu Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu. NavigatiNg the ON-ScreeN MeNU To open the on-screen menu, press the MENU button on the To open the on-screen menu, press remote. the MENU button on the remote. From this menu, you can: Use the Arrow buttons to highlight •...
chaNgiNg the iNpUt SOUrce chaNgiNg the ScreeN aSpect ratiO External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video The TV can display images in four different modes: Wide, Zoom, game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of these Normal, and Stretch.
SettiNg Up clOSed captiONiNg Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include preference. them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s To change the appearance of digital closed captions: dialogue.
activatiNg the Sleep tiMer adjUStiNg the pictUre SettiNgS When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and period of time. viewing conditions. To use the sleep timer: To adjust the picture settings: 1.
• Football, Golf, Basketball, and Baseball modes optimize Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings the picture settings for their respective sports. Also try To adjust the advanced picture these modes for other sports. settings: • Custom picture mode allows you to manually change 1.
• Ambient Light Sensor - The ambient light sensor detects Adjusting the Color Temperature the light levels in the room and automatically adjusts the Adjusting the color temperature will change the “warmness” or backlight for the best picture. Select Off, Low, Medium, or “coolness”...
Adjusting the Picture Size and Position Resetting the Picture Settings When displaying an image from the HDMI or RGB input, the size To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings: and position of the display image can be adjusted. 1.
• TV Speakers - Turns the built-in speakers on or off. Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings • SRS StudioSound HD - StudioSound HD™ is a feature-rich To adjust the advanced audio settings: surround sound solution which delivers an immersive 1. From the Audio Settings Menu, surround sound experience from the TV’s internal use the Arrow buttons to speakers.
Resetting the Audio Settings chaNgiNg the tv SettiNgS To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings: Using the settings menu, you can: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is • Change the input source displayed.
Setting the Tuner Mode Adding New Channels If you are using a device that is connected to the RF input, such Occasionally, you may need to add a new analog channel or as an external antenna or cable TV connection, you must set the add a new range of channels.
To add a single new analog channel: Skipping Channels After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some 1. From the Tuner Settings menu, channels are too weak to watch comfortably. There may also be highlight Add Analog Channel some channels you do not want to view.
Changing the Audio Language Using the Parental Controls Some digital free-to-air and cable channels broadcast programs The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from in more than one language. The TV’s MTS (Multichannel Television displaying certain channels or programs without a password. Sound) feature allows you to listen to audio in your preferred language.
Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating To manage program content according to its rating, you must A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant enable the Program Rating feature. for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are meant for mature audiences.
5. If you want to block all unrated content, highlight Block Changing the Names of the Inputs Unrated Shows and use the Arrow buttons on the remote to To make it easier to recognize the different devices attached to select On. the inputs on your TV, you can rename the inputs.
Changing the On-Screen Menu Language Setting the Time Zone Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages. To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the INFO button, set the TV’s time zone: To change the on-screen menu language: To have the TV display the correct time, you must be 1.
Adjusting the CEC Settings USiNg the help MeNU The CEC function on your TV enables you to control You can use the TV’s Help menu to: HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any additional programming. • Display system information Help •...
Displaying System Information Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings To display a summary of the TV settings: All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed.
Using the Setup Wizard The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner. To access guided setup: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote. The on-screen menu is displayed. 2. Use the Arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the Help icon and press OK.
USiNg the iNFO WiNdOW The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the INFO or GUIDE button on the remote: • Press the INFO or GUIDE button one time to display channel and input information. • Press the INFO or GUIDE button two times to display the program title and closed captioning information.
USing USB Photo SlideShow The USB port on your TV allows you to connect a USB thumb drive and view a photo slideshow. USB PORT - E241-A1 USB PORT - E291-A1 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV 1. Turn the TV off. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of the TV.
Playing USB Media To play USB media, you must first save your photos onto a USB thumb drive. Remember: • The USB thumb drive must be formatted as FAT32. • Files on the USB thumb drive must end in a supported file extension (.jpg).
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Folder Contents Back Button This area displays the Highlight this button and Back Button contents of the currently press OK if you would like selected folder. You can Highlight and press OK to return to left column. Connected to return to the previous browse between files using Sources screen.
Troubleshooting & Technical Support do you have questions? Let us heLP! youR PRoduCt inCLudes FRee LiFetiMe teCh suPPoRt The VIZIO support team is highly trained and is based in the United States. We can help with: • New Product Setup •...
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The TV displays “No Signal.” There is no sound. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select a • Press Volume Up on the remote control. different input source. Press the MUTE button on the remote to ensure mute is •...
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The image quality is not good. I see “noise” or static on the screen. • For the best image quality, view high-definition • When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a programs using digital sources. Connect your devices digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted with HDMI cables.
Specifications E241-A1 E291-A1 Screen Size: 24” Class 29” Class Viewable Area: 23.54” 29.00” Dimensions w/ Stand: 22.08 x 14.31 x 6.20” 26.42 x 16.75 x 8.12” w/o Stand: 22.08 x 14.31 x 1.57” 26.42 x 16.75 x 1.97” Weight w/ Stand: 8.59 lbs...
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E241-A1 E291-A1 UL, CUL, FCC Class B, HDMI 1.4, UL, CUL, FCC Class B, HDMI 1.4, Certifications: Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Compliance: Energy Star Energy Star Voltage Range: 120 V @ 50/60 Hz 120V @ 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: <35.8W <47.2W...
Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only. or removed serial numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product covered. This one year limited warranty does not cover Products sold against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) “AS IS”, “FACTORY RECERTIFIED”, or by a non-authorized reseller.
Legal & Compliance 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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