May 2011
VIZIO’s 42-inch class (42.02 inches diagonal) E421VO offers a brilliant high-definition picture in a sleek and stylish HDTV. Enjoy your HD sources in full 1080p HD resolution, with a 100,000:1 contrast ratio for a great picture with deep blacks and brighter whites. You’ll get great audio as well–SRS TruVolume eliminates volume inconsistencies while SRS TruSurroundHD provides virtual high definition surround sound through the E421VO’s stereo speakers. As an added bonus, you can also share your favorite JPEG photos on the big screen from USB devices.

The E421VO gives full HD entertainment, SRS audio, and more, for an affordable price.

Affordable HD Entertainment

42-Inch Full HD Panel

Get on the HDTV bandwagon without taking out a second mortgage with this affordable 42-Inch HDTV. You’ll 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.

Optimal Viewing in Any Light

Built-in ambient light sensing technology ensures you’ll have a great picture in any lighting.

View slideshows of your favorite JPEG photos via the E421VO’s USB port.

No matter your lighting arrangement, you’ll always have the best picture possible thanks to built-in ambient light sensing technology. The E421VO 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.

Superior Surround Sound

This HDTV also delivers advanced audio, thanks to SRS technologies. SRS TruVolume limits volume inconsistencies between programming, saving you from those incredibly loud commercials or smoothing out that action film so you don’t wake the neighbors. SRS TruSurroundHD delivers an immersive surround sound experience marked by clearer dialogue, and more precise bass and high frequency signals.

Two HDMI Ports

Two HDMI ports accommodate your home theater setup, Blu-ray Player, and HD satellite TV or cable, so you can enjoy 1080p Full HD from your favorite sources. Component and composite inputs are also inlcuded.

USB Photo Viewing

Enjoy viewing your JPG/JPEG photos on the big screen with the E421VO’s USB port. Here’s your chance for a fullscreen slideshow of that family vacation, complete with transition effects like dissolves and wipes.

ECO HD

VIZIO’s ECO HD label means this HDTV exceeds ENERGY STAR 4.1 Guidelines, saving you money on your utility bills while limiting your carbon footprint.

E421VO Select Specifications

What’s in the Box

Vizio E421VO 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV, Remote Control With Batteries, Documentation

VIZIO 2011 E Series CCFL HDTV Comparison

Series	E-2VL	E-0VLE	E-2VA	E-1VO
Display Sizes	32″	47″	42″	42″
Panel Type	CCFL	CCFL	CCFL	CCFL
3D Ready	–	–	–	–
Resolution	1080p	1080p	1080p	1080p
Contrast Ratio	50,000:1	100,000:1	50,000:1	100,000:1
Response Time:	5 ms	8 ms	5 ms	5 ms
Refresh Rate	60Hz	60Hz	60Hz	60Hz
Light Sensor
VIZIO Internet Apps		–		–
Wireless LAN	802.11n	–	802.11n	–
Ethernet		–		–
HDMI Inputs	2	2	4	3
PC Input
USB 2.0 Ports	1	1	2	1
USB Supported Formats	JPEG	JPEG	â€	JPEG

†MP3, JPEG, MPEG may be available via future firmware update.