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  1. P

    Question Is it possible to connect a 5.1 home theatre soundbar surround sound system to a projector via an a/v receiver?

    Hi all, I moved into a small space that doesn't really have room for a TV set-up, so I've opted for a projector. However, it's my first time trying to set something like this up, so I'm a bit confused! I just purchased the following items that I am hoping to connect together: VIZIO V-Series...
  2. JadenW

    Question Samsung tv to vizio Bluetooth sound bar

    I recently purchased a Samsung AU8000 and wanted to connect a Vizio 2.0 home theatre sound bar via Bluetooth. And they are both have Bluetooth compatibility but when I try to connect them to each other the sound bar doesn’t show up on the TV but it shows up when I try to connect it to something...
  3. C

    Question Do You Know What This Screen Problem Is?

    Hello, I have a problem that just started all of a sudden with my TV. My screen has a horizontal distortion the only last a second then it goes back to normal and repeats over and over, 1 second clear 1 second distorted. I am attaching a link to a video I posted to 2 different cloud storage...
  4. Loyalty172

    Question Voice control Vizio E3D320VX with Alexa Firestick

    Hi Everyone, I have a Vizio 3D E3D320VX TV /w WIFI and using a Firestick. I can use the Firestick remote to power on/off - adjust volume without any issue. Thing is, I used to have control via voice for the power on and off as well. I just cleaned up Alexa by removing virtually everything...
  5. insaniolanio

    Question Vizio 5.1 compatability

    I have a set of SB3851-c0 subwoofer with satellite speakers. I was wondering if I had another option of soundbars besides having to buy a whole new sb3851 bar, which is impossible to find a working one online. I've already tried vizio chat support and they have no official way of knowing if...
  6. C

    Solved! Vizio TV, Samsung Soundbar, HELP

    I have the sub and Soundbar synced. I have the HDMI out (Soundbar) hooked directly into the back of the TV. I researched and read about ARC and enabling CES and all this stuff but I’m thoroughly confused. I can control volume with Soundbar remote, but TV has no sound. Not sure if the hook up is...
  7. J

    Solved! Vizio P602ui-B3 Vertical lines flash than normal

    Hello all, Model: Vizio p602ui-b3 Issue: When watching the tv it will work for a bit and then flash through vertical lines and then "reset" and back to normal and rinse and repeat. Here is a video of the issue : View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlHWZTksel0 I am thinking the tcon...
  8. J

    Question Vizio soundbar and LG tv

    I have a Vizio SB2821-6d soundbar and an LG 49LF5400. In order for these to work they say to use an optical cable. However my LG does not have an optical cable port. I did buy a converter to see if i could plug an opitcal cable into it then connect an rca into it to my tv. This is also not...
  9. H

    Question Vizio TV Blank Screen has stable 5v standby pin BUT 12v pins all read 19v

    The TV is a Vizio D55U-D1. The screen will not come on, but the white LED indicator does come on. It lights up, fades, sometimes blinks, and eventually turns off. It also sometimes comes back on after a few minutes. The screen always remains blank. I have tested several things inside the TV with...
  10. SinSurfer

    Question bypass Bluetooth/hardwire vizio sub

    I’ve gotta Vizio woofer SB4021E-BO (Sub) all torn apart and I’m just staring at the circuit board. I don’t have the matching sound bar so my question is this, can I either A. Bypass the Bluetooth or simply replace Bluetooth that sends and receives signal or B. Just hardwire the thing to...
  11. K

    Solved! Which sound system would you choose?

    Hi guys, I'm currently in 2 minds to get one of these 2 sound systems (as they fit my budget ) . Also, I'm a novice when it comes to specs and frequencies so the wireless features kind of looks good on both https://www.samsclub.com/sams/vizio-36in-5-1-wireless-soundbar/prod21261314.ip - 199$...
  12. Dolli3coutur3

    Solved! Connecting a VCR to a Vizio Smart TV

    So the cables are connected to where they belong on the tv and VCR but what do I do after that? How do I bring up the VCR on the screen? The remote does not have an input button to choose inputs and with this TV it seems all the input options are displayed on the Vizio home screen. I’ve chosen...
  13. HomeMechanic415

    Question Vizio M50-C1—50" 4K Television

    Good Morning, This TV has been great the last 4+ years, but of course after its extended warranty runs out (at least a year) it literally just bombed. Specifically, we were watching regular cable (Coax, not Digital) and the image just went blank/black. You can still hear sound, you can see menus...
  14. K

    Solved! Upper Left Corner Dimmer than the Rest of the Screen on Vizio M60-C3

    The upper left corner of my Vizio M60-C3 is dimmer than the rest of the screen. the backlight is not out completely but there is a 10x10 inch square that is dimmer. Could this be an issue with the LED driver card?
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    Solved! Pairing an existing subwoofer and satellite speakers to a new sound bar

    I have the Vizio 42” 5.1 S4251w Sound bar with sub and satellite speakers. The sound bar quit working today, and I wonder if I buy a new Visio sound bar if it will pair with my wired sub and the satellite speakers with the system?
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    Vizio TV will not display Pioneer Reciever

    I have had no issues displaying on my Vizio TV until I tried to set up an old Pioneer VSX-95TXH reciever. I have my Xbox and Switch in the HDMI inputs and an HDMI cable from the Output to the TV input. When I turn on a device the TV looks like it connects and does not show 'searching for...
  17. H

    How to properly connect a Vizio Model M55-C2 and Apple TV to a Yamaha Model RX-V367 Audio Receiver

    I have a Vizio M55-C2 TV; an Apple TV; and a Yamaha RX-V367 audio receiver. I think I have them connected properly. I'm using HDMI cables to connect the audio system to my TV and my Apple TV. The only way to get my Apple TV to function at all is to leave my audio receiver permanently...
  18. P

    Vizio P55-F1 Pixel Pattern Issue ?

    I am coming from the M Series (M50-C1 - 2015) and was so happy with it that when came to upgrade, I decided to go for the more expensive and feature rich P Series (P55-F1 2018). I use this Vizio primarily with my laptop for work, to play games and watch movies. The P-Series shows a bad pixel...
  19. A

    Pairing Vizio Soundbars to Older System

    More specifically, I have an SB3851-CO system where the soundbar died. If I buy a replacement soundbar from another set, can it pair with my current system? 1) Would the exact same soundbar, a SB3851-CO pair with my current subwoofer? 2) Would a similar one but different length, e.g. an...
  20. M

    How to Connect Vizio M50-E1 and Yamaha Receiver RX-V483

    Hello, I tried to connect my Vizio M50-E1 TV and Yamaha Receiver RX-V483 via HDMI using ARC but nothing is working - I tried all possible combination. I enabled ARC on my TV but it doesn't recognize my receiver. Also on my Receiver "HDMI out" is blinking RED when my TV is on. What I am trying to...