VIZIO 42" Class LCD TV
(42.00" Diag.)

MODEL NUMBER: E420AR Model Features:
  • 1080p Full HD for a crystal-clear picture
  • 100,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
  • SRS StudioSound HD™ for crisp, clear audio
  • Ambient Light Sensor auto-adjusts picture to room lighting
  • Three HDMI®
  • Meets ENERGY STAR® 5.3


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Product Overview

The VIZIO E-Series 42” Class LCD TV delivers 1080p Full HD picture quality and superior audio quality at an amazing value. With SRS StudioSound HD™ you always get crisp and clear audio, and 100,000 to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio creates deeper blacks so even the darkest scenes come to life. This HDTV also exceeds ENERGY STAR® 5.3 Guidelines to reduce energy consumption and utilizes built-in ambient light sensing technology to automatically adjusts backlight levels to the brightness of its surroundings.

1080P FULL HD
1080p Full HD

Full 1080p High Definition resolution gives you over 2 million pixels, making the clarity and detail of your picture razor sharp. Learn More

Dynamic Contrast Ratio
Dynamic Contrast Ratio

100,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio delivers deeper blacks and brighter whites through contrast and dimensions. Learn More

SRS TruVolume™
SRS TruVolume

SRS TruVolume™ is a revolutionary solution that provides a consistent and comfortable volume level for a more enjoyable listening experience. Simply set the volume once.

SRS TruSurround HD™
SRS TruSurround HD

SRS TruSurround HD™ delivers immersive and natural surround sound without adding cumbersome rear speakers and provides amazing clarity, depth and detail.

Ambient Lighting
Ambient Lighting

Energy efficient sensors auto-adjust brightness for the perfect picture regardless of room conditions. Learn More

Digital Photo Viewing
Digital Photo Viewing

Enjoy a slideshow of your family and friends (via USB Drive)***

JD Power Award

***USB Flash Drive not included

J.D. Power and Associates 2012 High Definition Television (HDTV) Satisfaction ReportSM. Report based on responses from 1,009 consumers measuring 8 brands and measures opinions of consumers who purchased an HDTV in the last 12 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed August 2012. Your experiences may vary. Visit www.jdpower.com.

Product Description

Tech Specs

Video
Screen Size: 42” Class
Diagonal Viewable: 42.00”
Backlight Type: CCFL
3D: N/A
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Colors: 16.7 Million, 8 bits
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Response Time: 8ms
Viewable Angle (H/V): 176˙/176˙
OSD Language: English, Spanish, French

 

Audio
SRS StudioSound™: Yes
SRS TruSurround HD™: Yes
SRS TruVolume™: Yes
Speakers/Power Output: 2 x 10W

 

Connections - Inputs
HDMI: 3 (rear)
Component: 1 (rear)
Composite: 1 (shared with component)
PC: 1 VGA (rear)
RF Connector for Internal Tunner: 1 (rear)
Ethernet: No
USB 2.0: 1 (rear)

 

Connections - Outputs
Digital Audio Out (SPDIF) 1 (rear)
Analog Audio Out 1 (3.5mm) (rear)

 

Multimedia Support
Music: No
Photo: Yes
Video: No
DLNA: No

 

Additional Features
VIA (VIZIO Internet Apps): No
3D File Formats Supported: N/A
Smart Dimming: No
Smooth Motion: No
Ambient Light Sensor: Yes
WiFi: No
Bluetooth: No
HDMI CEC: Yes
HDMI ARC: Yes
PIP (Picture in Picture): No
Mercury Free: No
Remote Control: Yes
3D Glasses: N/A
Certifications: UL, CUL, FCC Class B, HDMI 1.4 incl. CEC/ARC, Vizio AQ, Vizio PQ, Dolby Digital
Compliance: Energy Star® 5.3, ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A, California Energy Commission Auto Shut Down

 

Weight
Gross: 35.27lbs
Net With Stand: 26.46lbs
Without Stand: 25.49lbs

 

Dimensions
With Stand: 39.39”W x 25.44”H x 9.23”D
Without Stand: 39.39”W x 24.01”H x 3.81”D
Packaging Dimensions: 48.47”W x 27.72”H x 7.40”D

 

Wall Mount Specifications
Hole Pattern: 300mm x 300mm
Screw Size: M6
Screw Length: 12mm
Screw Pitch: 1mm

 

Power Ratings
Power Consumption: 162W
Standby Power Consumption: <1W
Energy Compliance: Energy Star® 5.3

 

VIZIO Warranty One Year Parts & Labor; Free Lifetime Technical Support

 

VIZIO, Inc. has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein. All product specifications, functionality, features, configurations, performance, design and other product information described herein are subject to change without notice. VIZIO, Inc. disclaims liability for typographical, technical, or descriptive errors

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Great Price Great Picture Great TV Review by ceocass20052000

I bought a 42 in vizio lcd tv it has great picture and great sound the prce is not so bad vizio is a great brand and i will be buying more tvs from them in the future ....

Vizio = Great value great picture happy consumer thank you vizio.

(Posted on 3/27/13)

Excellent buy Review by smgordon

I waited until after the first of the year to buy a new TV to replace my 32" JVC CRT, Wal-mart had their Emerson 32" on sale for 250 , so I bought it , set it up turned it on and in 2 minutes the picture flashed white and then it quit working. took it back and opted to buy the Vizio e420ar with a 5 year warranty for 150 more. no regrets, this TV is great I recommend it to anyone.

(Posted on 3/8/13)

Best $400 i ever spent Review by T-Cupp

Wanted a new TV and i went with it cause it had the beat picture out of all the TV on display and when i buy a new a bigger one it will also be a vizio much better then the LG i had

(Posted on 3/6/13)

great tv Review by andrew

great picture with it 100,000 to 1 ratio. 3 hdmi outputs is hard to find and this tv has 3 in very good locations. well worth the 430

(Posted on 1/29/13)

Look no further Review by John B

A solid product with a great image.

A bonus are the many inputs that are available, with 3 HDMI slots being the most useful.

There is all an audio out which you can run to your stereo/home theater system.

(Posted on 1/28/13)

Vizio 42 LCD Flat Screen Review by Bob

Just got it from Target for my 95 year old father in law so he can finally see what he is watching, (he had an old 27inch Sony tube type TV), so far so good. It was the best looking picture even next to the more expensive makes/models.... The registration number is __________ and it was purchased on Dec. 24, 2012. Bob

(Posted on 12/26/12)

wonderful economical purchase Review by goose

Bought this tv as an upgrade for my vizio 32 inch tv that I have had for over 5 problem free years. The old tv is still working great and is going in a bedroom. I am so very satified with this new tv. It has a great picture and sound and is a wonderful product that is economically priced. I'm looking forward to years of enjoying it as I have my last vizio tv. Would love a vizio soundbar but that's not in the budget yet...hopefully in the future I can add one to this great tv. Vizio is truelly the leader in all levels of hdtv products.

(Posted on 12/26/12)

Great TV for the price! Review by Keith

Just bought this TV to replace my 32" HDTV for the living room. What a big difference. Great picture and sound ..but I already own a Vizio sound bar (which I recommend) , couple that with the tv and you have great picture and sound !
I went with Vizio just for the brand name and good products they produce and am not disappointed !
All and all , for the price , great deal!

(Posted on 12/22/12)

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