55” Class Edge Lit Razor LED™ LCD HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps®

MODEL NUMBER: M550SV Model Features:
  • •  Ultra-thin 2” profile
  • •  VIZIO Internet Apps® (V.I.A.)
  • •  Built-in WiFi (802.11n)
  • •  1080p Full HD
  • •  Edge Lit Razor LED™ backlighting 
  • •  240Hz Refresh Rate
  • •  2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
  • •  SRS StudioSound HD™
  • •  Four HDMI ports

 

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Product Overview

Slim. Stunning. HDTV.
Inch by spectacular inch, the 55” Edge Lit Razor LED™ LCD HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps® delivers the ultimate Full HD experience and premium online entertainment in a razor-thin design. 1080p Full HD with Razor LED™ backlighting and 2 million to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio renders every image with amazing clarity, color and contrast. It also features a quick 240Hz refresh rate so fast-action sports and movies are always smooth and ultra-sharp. 

Internet TV: Unlimited Entertainment
VIZIO Internet Apps® with built-in WiFi puts VUDU™, NetFlix, HuluPlus™, Pandora and more right at your fingertips via the universal, enhanced, two-sided remote with keyboard. You’ll have instant access to an almost unlimited library of movies, music, games and just about anything you can think of. Entertainment freedom indeed.

Smart Dimming. Smart Viewing.
Edge Lit Razor LED™ backlighting with Smart Dimming intelligently controls each block of LEDs, automatically turning them completely on and off to create the truly deep blacks, brighter whites and vivid colors that mark this HDTV as among the best in the industry.

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 that automatically adjusts backlight levels based on its surroundings. The result is a balanced picture that will never appear washed out or too bright.

Spectacular Surround Sound 
Treat yourself to a phenomenal entertainment experience. 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 and delivers crystal clear dialog throughout programming. The end result — a complete and truly engaging theater-like experience over stereo speakers.

4 HDMI® Ports
Four HDMI® ports accommodate your home theater setup, Blu-ray® Player, HD cable or satellite TV, and gaming console to deliver Full HD entertainment at its finest.

Exceeds ENERGY STAR® 4.1 Guidelines
Conserve energy and the environment. This HDTV uses technology with remarkably low energy consumption that exceeds ENERGY STAR® 4.1 Guidelines so your energy bill and the planet can both be better off.

VIZIO Internet Apps® (VIA)
VIA™ (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.  Learn More

Edge Lit Razor LED™
Razor LED

Razor LED - This Mercury Free, Energy Efficient, Razor Thin HDTV achieves a 1,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio giving you deeper blacks and brighter whites - 450 nits brightness.

Dynamic Contrast Ratio
Dynamic Contrast Ratio

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

Ambient Lighting
Ambient Lighting

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

SRS TruSurround HD™
SRS TruSurround HD

Delivers immersive virtual high definition surround sound.  Learn More

Mercury Free
Mercury Free

The display’s backlight is environmentally-friendly due to the fact that LED backlights do not utilize mercury, an environmentally harmful substance.

Wi-Fi Technology
Wi-Fi Technology

The latest 802.11n Wireless Networking is built-in making connecting to the Internet quick and easy.

Razor Thin Styling
Razor Thin Styling

Less than a 2.0” profile*, it’s simply amazing!

1080P FULL HD
1080P Full HD

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

SRS TruVolume™
SRS TruVolume

Limits volume inconsistencies between programming.  Learn More

ECO HD™
ECO HD

ECO HD™ exceeds the current ENERGY STAR® 4.1** Guidelines, saving you money on your utility bills while limiting the impact on our planet.

*Without stand
**When TV is on

Product Description

Tech Specs

Specifications
Class: 55"
Viewable: 54.64"
Backlight Type: Edge Lit LED
Resolution: 1080p
Colors: 1.06 billion
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1
Refresh Rate: 240Hz SPS
Response Time: 5ms
Viewable Angle (horizontal/vertical): 178 degrees

 

Audio
SRS StudioSoundHD™: Yes
SRS TruSurround HD™: Yes
SRS TruVolume™: Yes
Channels/Speaker Output: 2 x 15W

 

Connections - Inputs (REAR)
HDMI with HDCP:
Component: 1 (shared w/ composite)
Composite: (shared with component)
VGA: 1
Stereo Audio: 1
RF Connector for Internal Tuner: 1
Ethernet: 1 (10/100 Base –TX)

 

Connections - Inputs (SIDE)
HDMI with HDCP: 4
USB 2.0: 2

 

Connections - Outputs
Optical Digital Out (SPDIF): 1
Analog Audio Out: 1
Headphones: No

 

Multimedia Support
Music (MP3): Yes
Photo (JPEG): Yes
Video (MPEG): No
DLNA: No

 

Additional Features
Smart Dimming: Yes (16 zones)
Smooth Motion: Yes
Picture-in-Picture (PIP): Yes
HDMI CEC: Yes
HDMI ARC: Yes
Ambient Light Sensor: Yes
Bluetooth: No
Wireless (WiFi): 802.11n Single-Band
Wireless HD (1.0): No
Theater 3D: No
Full HD 3D: No
Mercury Free: Yes
Remote Control: XRV1TV
Power Consumption: 82.1W
Stand-by Power: <1W

 

Weight
Gross: 71.0lbs
Net With Stand: 57.7lbs
Without Stand: 52.0lbs

 

Dimensions
With Stand: 50.8"W x 34.0"H x 10.6"D
Without Stand: 50.8"W x 31.6"H x 2.0"D
Packaging Dimensions: 59.8"W x 35.4"H x 7.4"D

 

Certifications CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B, HDMI V1.4 incl CEC, ARC, VIZIO PQA. VIZIO AQA

 

Compliances Energy Star 4.1, ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A

 

Wall Mount Specifications
Hole Pattern: 400(V)mm X 400(H)mm
Screw Size: M8
Screw Length: 1.25mm
Screw Pitch: 18mm

 

VIZIO Warranty  One Year Parts & Labor; Free Lifetime Technical Support
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Awesome TV! Review by Tye

I got my tv from WalMart yesterday for a steal @ $1148! I could not be happier w/the size and the picture but I am suprised w/the quality of the sound as most flat screens fall short on the sound quality...not w/this Vizio! The neatest thing is the text pad on the back of the remote! If you're in the market for a flat screen, DO NOT PASS THIS UP!

(Posted on 1/26/12)

Great TV! Review by gossml

I have had this TV for one day and I must say I am blown away by the picture quality and the sound is good to for built in speakers. I replaced a five year old LCD TV and the difference is amazing. This is my fourth Vizio in my house and I love it!

(Posted on 1/15/12)

EXCELLENT Review by Felix

I was really impressed with the quality of the picture and to get a 240hz HDTV for $1300 is unreal. I have a few minor quibbles with the set. One is the sync issue with a home theatre set up. My blu-ray player goes from 0 to 120ms and I need to keep the blu-ray player at 120 and still having some sync issues which means i will have to use my felston audio delay which works like a champ. Also the early reviews were saying that thsi TV turned off frequently on its own but Vizio fixed that in the firmware. So in the long run this is a great TV for the money. The HD picture is awsome and is comparable to TVs that are hundreds more. So definately pick this one up.

(Posted on 12/27/11)

Awesome TV! Review by FRANK ELP

I just got this Vizio LED at Costco for $1199, I am still blown away by the picture! I tested it with Blueray Disney animated movies, and it is so clear and vivid. I come from using an Infocus projector and 32" TV for the past few years. The clarity is lifelike on this Vizio, highly recommend it, could not be happier!!! So easy to setup, get one, you won't be disappointed.

(Posted on 12/22/11)

Great Purchase Review by Ken

Completely pleased with my purchase. Bought the TV in May of 2011, and held off on the review so I could get a good use out of it. Great picture, great sound and great value! The only thing I would like to see added in a firmware update is other Apps. The stock ones leave a lot to be desired. Preferably apps such as YouTube, and other more popular ones. But aside from that, a very satisfied customer here.

(Posted on 12/20/11)

Awesome Review by Danimal

My wife and I shopped around for several days and spoke with dealers who do not handle Vizio products. I asked them about Vizio and all of them said it was an alright TV. I also noticed there were no customers purchasing their more expensive TVs. I was the only customer in the store, two days in a row.
I went to Wal*Mart and there were a lot of people looking at the Vizio products We have a 37" Vizio and we're very happy with it, so we decided to purchase the Vizio 55" M550SV LED LCD HDTV. Wow....wow...wow...!!! Very easy to set up, very easy to adjust and the picture and sound quality is very, very good. The picture was as good or not better than the higher priced, so called..Name Brands at a store that says it has the "Best Buy"s. Vizio is the way to go. We love it and recommend the Vizio product!

(Posted on 12/9/11)

Best bang for your buck ! Review by Rubencho

I have owned many HD TV's prior to buying Vizio. The Clarity and Sound are the best I have seen and heard. It blew away my Sony Bravia and Phillip models I have in other rooms. I also picked my Vizio at a Walmart and paid just $1,300. There's no way you will get a 55" HDTV LED / LCD with 1080p & 240hz at that price anywhere else. I'm delighted to have the Vizio in my house. You listen to me .. if you are on the market for a good TV, then get this Vizio, you will remember this post when you get home and plug it in. AMAZING !!

(Posted on 12/7/11)

Love it...but Review by PRA7

Vizio is a solid name and it was really a no brainer to pick a Vizio for my new TV. The picture, features are excellent.

My only problem is the Netflix and Amazon video apps do not work (though the same apps work fine on all of my other devices and the other apps on the Vizio work great). There is a lot of feedback about the same issue on the internet and often leads to finger pointing by the vendors. More than likely it is a firmware fix but I was told this TV is not firmware upgradeable.

Again, other than that I highly recommend this TV.

(Posted on 11/24/11)

Would be Nice to have USB and Browser enable Review by NiceTV_But

It is a nice TV, but all the apps are mainly TV channels and some yahoo base apps, would be nice to have the USB enable and a web browser.

(Posted on 11/5/11)

Excellent !!! Review by Juanma Tuscani

Just buyed my new TV and it's awesome !!!! Really great images and sound. Also the comparison with al the others tv's in the store was incredible. A+++

It's a great inversion !!!

(Posted on 8/18/11)

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