VIZIO VM190XVT/VM230XVT User Manual
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Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box
Using HDMI (Best)
Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal
results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and
30 foot lengths. See www.VIZIO.com or call
877-MYVIZIO
(877-698-4946) for details.
1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite Box.
2. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the
HDMI 1
or
HDMI 2
input on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite Box.
4. Select
HDMI-1
or
HDMI-2
using the
INPUT
button on the remote control, or directly by pressing
the
HDMI
button on the remote control.
Note:
The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).
HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added
security and protection.
Refer to your Cable/Satellite Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video
output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator.
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI
1.
Turn off the power to your HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2.
Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end
to the
HDMI 2
input on your HDTV.
3.
Using an audio cable, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the
DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors
associated with the HDMI input on your HDTV.
4.
Turn on the power to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite Box.
5. Select
HDMI-2
using the
INPUT
button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the
HDMI
button on the remote control.
