Televisions have come a long way. The smart TV can do many more things than its CRT (cathode-ray tube) ancestors could even imagine. But modern TV is not perfect. In its default state or natural environment, the device is great. But there could be inevitable hiccups when you try to fiddle with or connect it …
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Your new PS5 has just arrived in the mail and you’re so excited you’re shaking! The day has finally come and you’ve cleared your schedule so you can play the latest games on your Vizio TV. You plug one end of an HDMI cable into your PS5 and the other into your Vizio TV, and …
In 2020, Vizio was the second-highest seller of flat-screen TVs in the US. The company is known for competitive prices; its TVs are often more affordable than other brands in the same performance bracket. However, if you own a Vizio TV, you should be prepared to fix the black screen of death. In this situation, …
Your TV has been frequently making a low humming noise and is shockingly hot to the touch. Even though it’s the middle of winter, the heating is turned on in your home, making it pretty toasty. While the temperature feels perfect for you, is it too hot for your TV? What are different TV brands’ …
It was five in the morning when it first happened to me. But then it got weirder. The volume started going up. Why did my Vizio TV turn on by itself? This is scary. Do I have a ghost? Or is it something else? Although I imagined a creepy haunted TV, the truth is, it’s …
You just put on your favorite TV show, and for some reason, you can’t raise or lower the volume using your Vizio soundbar remote. You check the soundbar and TV components, and everything seems to be working just fine. In that case, what could be happening with your remote? There are several reasons why your …
You don’t have an eARC-compatible TV? You’re missing out! eARC is HDMI’s most recent function — one that is more advanced than its predecessor, the ARC. It runs on the HDMI 2.1 version, supporting large bandwidth and high-speed transmission. Since 2018, manufacturers have introduced TVs with eARC support into the market. Many new models from …
Most modern gadgets with HDMI or DVI ports use HDCP or High Digital Content Protection. HDCP is designed to prevent the illegal recording or duplication of digital video and audio content. If you’re currently using the Vizio TV to enjoy high-quality video content, you might be asking yourself: Does Vizio support HDCP? In this article, …
Who doesn’t love watching action movies and nature documentaries in 4K? While these kinds of content look amazing in Full HD, watching them in 4K brings them to life and fully immerses you in their stories and locations. However, to watch 4K content on your TV, you must ensure that the TV HDMI port, HDMI …