3D Technology Checklist
This product is 3D-related. To help you get a great 3D experience, use the checklist below to ensure you have everything you need. 3D viewing requires:
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A Display
First, you’ll need a 3D-ready display–whether it’s a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D computer monitor. These displays have more processing power than standard 2D models for displaying 3D images in rapid succession. |
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A Source
Your display may be ready for 3D playback, but you’ll still need a device to read 3D content. This can be a cable box with a subscription to a 3D channel, a 3D Blu-ray Disc player, or a PlayStation 3 system. |
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3D Content
3D content–the actual entertainment, in other words–will be played back using the source mentioned above, whether it’s a 3D broadcast from your cable provider, a 3D Blu-ray Disc, or a 3D video game. |
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3D Glasses
For now, the vast majority of 3D HDTVs require glasses for 3D viewing. Many use powered ‘active shutter’ glasses, others polarized ‘passive’ glasses. You’ll need one pair per viewer, and they’ll have to be compatible with your display, whether they’re the same brand, or a pair of ‘universal’ glasses designed to work across brands. |
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HDMI Cable
To connect your source (such as a 3D Blu-ray Disc player) to your display, you’ll need a high-speed HDMI cable. Cables with this designation feature bandwidth speeds up to 10.2 Gbps (gigabits per second), for carrying the 3D signal without any loss of quality. |
| If you want to get more information about 3D, shop our 3D products, watch videos, or interact with other customers, we invite you to visit 3D 101, our customer center about everything 3D. |
Internet-Ready Television
Internet-ready TVs use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content, whether it’s streaming video from Netflix, new music from Pandora, or a quick glance at today’s weather forecast.
Although there is overlap, each manufacturer offers a unique bundle of free or paid services, including streaming video and music, social networking apps, online photo galleries, news and financial updates, weather info, sports scores, and a variety of other smartphone-like applications.
Manufacturers continue to add new content to their offerings, keeping customers current through firmware updates, and making a bit of research a prudent step in your buying decision.
Learn more about Internet TVs, how they work, what services are offered by different manufacturers, and exactly what you’ll need to get started at our Internet TV 101 customer center.
August 2011
VIZIO’s 42-inch class M3D420SR delivers an immersive 3D experience with lightweight, simple Theater 3D glasses. It’s no slouch with 2D programming either, thanks to edge-lit Razor LED backlighting with smart dimming for a brilliant picture, a 240Hz refresh rate to get rid of motion artifacts, a 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and technologies like an ambient light sensor and SRS StudioSoundHD audio. Add integrated Wi-Fi and VIZIO’s suite of Internet Apps and you’ve got an affordable performer with entertainment options galore.
Bring the movie theater 3D experience home, along with Internet-connected entertainment and solid audio/video performance.
Bring the Movie Theater 3D Experience Home
Immersive Theater 3D
Bring that intense 3D movie experience home with VIZIO’s polarized Theater 3D. You’ll enjoy the same crystal-clear, flicker-free 3D you get in the theater, with similar lightweight glasses that are comfortable and significantly more affordable than the heavier, powered active shutter 3D glasses used with other systems. Two free pairs of glasses are included, so you can launch your Theater 3D experience right out of the box.
Razor LED Backlighting With Smart Dimming
Edge-Lit Razor LED backlighting with Smart Dimming intelligently controls each block of LEDs, automatically turning them completely on and off to create serious contrast, vivid colors, and top-notch picture quality. This backlighting technology also allows for an impressively slim form factor of just over an inch.
Enjoy your high-definition sources in Full HD 1080p resolution, with a 100,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, for a clear, detailed picture with deeper blacks and brighter whites throughout your programming.
Two pairs of Theater 3D glasses included–pair with 3D content for an immersive experience.
VIZIO Internet Apps gives you a wealth of connected entertainment options.
240Hz SPS delivers an enhanced frame rate for sharper clarity of fast-action scenes and blur-free images.
240Hz Refresh Rate
240Hz SPS Smooth Motion technology delivers 240 scenes per second, producing an enhanced frame rate and delivering crystal-clear fast action scenes, free of motion blur.
Optimal Viewing in Any Light
No matter your lighting arrangement, you’ll always have the best picture possible thanks to built-in ambient light sensing technology. The M3D420SR automatically adjusts backlight levels based on its surroundings to optimize levels. The result is a balanced picture that will never appear washed out or too bright.
VIZIO Internet Apps
Easily connect to the Internet and stream movies and TV shows, listen to music and get the latest news, sports and weather. The M3D420SR connects wirelessly over an 802.11n Wi-Fi connection (or via a built-in Ethernet port if you’d prefer) to your home network. Once you’re set up, you’ll enjoy access to Internet content such as Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, and VUDU for streaming TV shows and movies; Pandora Internet Radio for discovering new music; your favorite social networking apps like Twitter or Facebook; photo-sharing services like Flickr and Picasa; and the latest news from the Associated Press and The New York Times. With a simple Internet connection, you’ll get all that and plenty more.
Four HDMI Ports
Four HDMI ports accommodate your home theater setup, Blu-ray Player, gaming console, and satellite or cable TV, for a wealth of Full HD entertainment. These also feature the HDMI 1.4 spec Audio Return Channel, meaning you can send audio back to your home theater receiver on the same cable, rather than using the separaate S/PDIF output.
Spectacular Surround Sound
Treat yourself to an audio experience to match that HD video. StudioSound HD provides immersive surround sound over stereo speakers, complete with deep bass and crisp high-frequency details. It also effectively levels abrupt volume fluctuations, to deliver crystal-clear dialogue throughout programming. The end result is a complete and truly engaging theater-like experience over the built-in stereo speakers.
Exceeds ENERGY STAR 4.2 Guidelines
This HDTV takes it easy on the energy consumption, exceeding ENERGY STAR 4.2 Guidelines so your energy bill and the planet are both better off.
In addition, this display’s backlight is more than other backlighting methods, since LED edge lights do not utilize mercury, an harmful substance.
One-Year Warranty
VIZIO offers a one-year limited warranty on parts and labor for this HDTV, for some added peace of mind.
M3D420SR Select Specifications
| General |
| Display Size (Diagonal): |
42-Inch Class (42.02 Inches Viewable) |
| Backlight Type: |
Edge-Lit Razor LED |
| Resolution: |
1080p |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio: |
100,000:1 |
| Refresh Rate: |
240Hz SPS |
| Response Time: |
5 ms |
| Channels/Speaker Output: |
2 x 10W |
| Input/Outputs |
| HDMI with HDCP: |
4 |
| Component Video (YCrCB): |
1 |
| Composite Video: |
1 |
| PC Input: |
1 |
| RF Connector for Internal Tuner: |
1 |
| USB 2.0: |
2 |
| Optical Digital Out (SPDIF): |
1 |
| Analog Audio Output: |
1 |
| Weight |
| With Stand: |
37.5 lbs. |
| Without Stand: |
31.8 lbs. |
| Dimensions |
| With Stand: |
39.9 x 26.5 x 9.6 Inches (W x H x D) |
| Without Stand: |
39.9 x 25.0 x 1.2 Inches (W x H x D) |
What’s in the Box
VIZIO M3D420SR 42-Inch 1080p LCD TV, Stand/Hardware, Two Pairs 3D Glasses, Remote Control With Batteries, Documentation
