1. Old Vizio Tv Models
2. Older Vizio Tv Model Numbers
3. Vizio Model Number Meaning
4. Movado Watches Vizio Serial Number Lookup

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One of the things I take for granted as a TV reviewer is the translation from model number to things like screen size, model line, display type, and so on.

I've gotten a few e-mails lately from people looking for help trying to decide between similarly priced models, with radically different model numbers. Are they similar? What does the alphanumerical soup mean?

While model numbers change yearly (or sometimes even more often), there are a few guidelines you can use to help you sort out the what from the what.

No list like this can be totally complete, but generally brands keep the 'language' of their model numbers consistent. In some cases, companies make it easy for you to tell the current year's model, by keeping the series the same but changing one number to indicate the year. Panasonic is a good example of this: 'VT50' is 2012, 'VT30' is 2011.

Also, when I say 'series' I'm talking about the family of TVs that a model belongs to. Generally, TVs within the same series will offer several different screen sizes, with the same features and similar specifications, while having somewhat similar performance.

LG 55LM6200
55: 55 inches diagonal. If you see two numbers together, for any brand, it's probably the size.
LM: Generally, this is the technology. LM is edge-lit LED LCD, LS is direct-lit (backlit) LED LCD, and CS regular LCD, PM and PA are plasma
6200: This is the series.

Panasonic TC-P65GT50
TC: Product category (televisions)
P: Technology. P for plasma, L for LCD
65: Size
GT: Series. The 'T' in the series means it's 3D. So this TV is 3D, while the TC-L55E50 is not.
50: Year. '50' is 2012, '30' is 2011.

Samsung UN60ES7100F
UN: Technology. UN is LED LCD, LN is CCFL LCD, and PN is plasma. The 'N' stands for North America.
60: Size
E: Year. 'E' for 2012, 'D' for 2011, 'C' is for 2010. 'C' is also for cookie.
S: A slim LED LCD model. This could be an 'H' instead, for a deeper model.
7100: Series
F: Not, sure, actually...

Sharp LC-80LE844U
LC: Product category. 'Liquid Crystal,' presumably. Blu-ray players are BD, for example.
80: Size
LE: Type. LE is LED LCD, whereas SV is regular LCD.844: Series.
U: For any company, this almost always means it's a U.S. model.

Sony KDL-40EX640
KDL: Display type/product category. LCD in this case, though you'll also see XBR for the high-end. 'VPL' is its front projector prefix.
40: Size
EX: Series. Right now EX, BX, and HX.
640: Generally, year. For example, the HX929 is the 2011 model, the HX950 is the 2012 model. Due to carry-overs and other factors, this isn't a steadfast rule. Also, different models get released at different times during the year, so there's no easy '5' means 20XX or anything.

Toshiba 55L7200U
55: Size
L7200: Series
U: U.S.

Vizio M3D550SL
M: Series. You'll also see E for the lower-price models, and XVT for the top of the line.
3D: Yep, it means 3D
550: Size. Not sure why Vizio puts a 0 after the size, but all the current models have it.
SL: Various internal subcategories within the larger series. You'll also see VSE, KD, and others.

Lastly, if you find a TV that's got a weird model number, but seems identical to another TV with a number more in line with a company's nomenclature, it's probably an outlet-specific model. A lot of the warehouse clubs, like Costco, do this. For example, the TC-L55E54 is the Costco version of the TC-L55E50. These derivative models can be identical to the model they're based on, or they could be very slightly different, either with an additional feature (or lacking a feature) or slightly different cosmetics. Only close study of feature lists can reveal the difference (if any). There are many reasons companies do this, not least so that the store doesn't have to price match (as they're the only ones selling that exact model number).

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One of the most confusing things about TVs and home theater gear are those crazy-looking model numbers. However, what seems like randomness or a secret code is useful information that can assist you when shopping or getting service for your product.

There is no standardized model number structure, but, in most cases, model numbers within specific brand product categories are usually consistent.

Although there isn't room here to provide examples from every company and product category, let's take a look at TV and home theater product categories from some key brands to see what their model numbers reveal.

Samsung TV Model Numbers

Here are some examples of what Samsung's TV model numbers tell you.

• UN55MU8000:U = LED/LCD TV, N = North America (if there is E, it means Europe), 55 = Diagonal screen size in inches, M = 2017 model (A K here would be a 2016 model, a J is a 2015 model, and an H would refer to a 2014 model - Samsung skipped the letter L), U = 4K, Ultra HD, UHD, 8000 - Model series.
• UN40M5300:U = LED/LCD TV, N = North America (an E would designate a European model), 40 = Diagonal screen size, M = 2017 model (K, J, and H would be the same as the previous example), Note that there is no 'U' following the M. This means that the TV is either a 1080p or 720p HDTV (in this case it is a 1080p TV), 5300 - Model series.
• QN55Q7F:Q = QLED (LED/LCD TV with quantum dot technology), 55 - Diagonal screen size, Q7 = 7 series QLED TV (high-end but lowest in the QLED series - 8 or 9 designate higher-end model series), F = Flat Screen (If there is a C on the end instead of an F, the TV has a curved screen).

LG TV Model Numbers

LG provides the following model number structure for its TVs.

• OLED55C7P:OLED = TV with OLED technology, 55 = Diagonal screen size in inches, C = Model series (May be a B, E, G, or W), 7 = 2017 model (6 = 2016 model), P = US Model (V = European Model)
• 65SJ8500:65 = Diagonal screen size, S = Super UHD 4K TV (High-end LED/LCD TV), J = 2017 model, 8500 = Model series.
• 65UJ6300: - 65 = Diagonal screen size, U = Mid-range 4K UHD TV, J = 2017 model, 6300 = Model series.
• 43LJ5500:43 = Diagonal screen size, L = 1080p or 720p TV, J = 2017 model, 5500 = Model series.

Vizio TV Model Numbers

Vizio TV model numbers are very short, providing model series and screen size info, but not denoting the model year. 4K Ultra HD TVs and smart displays don't have any extra designation, while smaller screen 720p and 1080p TVs do.

• D55-E0:D = Model Series. The D series is entry level, E, M, or P would designate higher-end models in the listed order. The D series has a mixture of 720p, 1080p and 4K models - some have smart features and some don't. The E, M, and P series are all 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs. 55 = Screen Size, E0 = Internal Vizio designation (may also be E1, E2, or E3 depending on when the TV was released - not exactly the same as a specific year designation).

Old Vizio Tv Models

The exceptions that Vizio makes to the above structure are in their smaller 720p and 1080p TVs. Here are two examples.

• D24hn-E1:D = Model Series, 24 = Diagonal screen size, h = 720p , n = Not a smart TV, E1 = Internal Vizio Designation.
• D39f-E1:D = Model Series, 39 = Diagonal screen size, f not followed by an n = 1080p TV with smart features (h not followed by an n would be a 720p smart TV), E1 = Internal Vizio Designation.

Another product category that can have confusing model numbers is Home Theater Receivers. However, just as with TVs, there is logic. Here are some examples.

Denon Home Theater Receiver Model Numbers

• AVR-X4400H:AVR = AV Receiver, X = Model Series, 4 = Place in model series (can be a 1, 2, 3, or 4), 400 = 2017 Model (300 = 2016, 200 = 2015), H = Compatible with Denon HEOS Wireless Multi-room Audio platform
• AVR-S730H:AVR = AV Receiver, S = Model Series, 7 - Place in model series (can a 7 or 9), 30 = 2017 Model (20 = 2016, 10 = 2015), H = Compatible with Denon HEOS - Earlier models may end with a W instead of an H, which means wireless networking/streaming - but not necessarily HEOS compatibility.
• AVR-S530BT:AVR = AV Receiver, S = Model Series, 5 - place in model series, 30 = 2017 Model, BT = Features Bluetooth but is not network/internet or HEOS enabled.

Onkyo Receiver Model Numbers

Onkyo has shorter model numbers than Denon but still provides some core information. Here are four examples.

• TX-8270:TX = 2-Channel Stereo Receiver, 82 = 2017 model (81 = 2016 model), 70 = Exact model.
• TX-SR373:TX-SR = Surround Sound Receiver, 373 = The numbers on the left and right designate the model within a series, the number in the middle designates the model year.
• TX-NR575:TX-NR = Surround Sound Receiver with networking and internet streaming, 575 = same meaning as the previous example.
• TX-RZ920:TX-RZ = High-end surround sound receiver model series with network connectivity and internet streaming, 9 - Place in model series, 20 - 2017 model (10 = 2016 model, 00 = 2015 model).

Yamaha Receiver Model Numbers

Yamaha model numbers provide information in a similar fashion as Onkyo. Here are examples.

• RX-V683:RX-V = Home Theater Receiver, 6 = Model in series, 83 = 2017 model (81 = 2016, 79 = 2015 - Note that Yamaha skipped 80).
• RX-A1070:RX-A = Home Theater Receiver in AVENTAGE line (high-end), 10 = Model in series, 70 = 2017 (60 = 2016, 50 = 2015.
• RX-S601: - RX-S - Slim profile home theater receiver, 60 - Model in series, 1 = 2017 model (0 would be a 2016 model).
• R-N803:R = Stereo Receiver, N = Network and internet streaming capability, 80 = Model in series, 3 = 2017 model, 2 would be 2016 model (1 would be 2015 model).
• R-S202:R = Stereo Receiver, S = Standard - No network or streaming features, 20 = Model series, 2 = 2016 model (1 would be a 2015 model).

Yamaha model numbers that begin with TSR are home theater receivers designated for sale through specific retailers.

Marantz Home Theater Receiver Model Numbers

Marantz has simpler model numbers that don't provide a lot of detail. Here are two examples:

• SR7012:SR = Surround Receiver, 70 = Model within a series (70 is top of the line, 60 is one step below top-of-the-line, 50 falls into the mid-range, 12 = 2017 Model (if the number is 11, it is a 2016 model, 10 is a 2015 model, etc...)
• NR-1608:NR = Slim-Style Network Surround Receiver, 16 = Model in series, 08 = 2017 model (07 is a 2016 model, 06 is a 2015 model).

Sound Bar Model Numbers

Unlike TVs and home theater receivers, soundbar model numbers often don't provide specific feature details - you have to dig deeper into the product description provided by the product's webpage or through a dealer.

For example, Sonos merely labels their soundbar products as the PlayBar and PlayBase.

Klipsch has a simple system using the prefix R or RSB (Reference Sound Bar) following a one or two digit number that signifies its position within its soundbar product category in ascending order, such as R-4B, R-10B, RSB-3, 6, 8, 11, 14.

Another popular soundbar maker, Polk Audio, uses labels such as Signa S1, Signa SB1 Plus, MagniFi, and MagnaFi Mini.

However, Vizio actually provides informative soundbar model numbers. Here are three examples.

• SB4051-DO:SB = Sound Bar, 40 = Width of sound bar in inches, 51 = 5.1 channels (3 channel soundbar with subwoofer and surround speakers), D0 - Internal Vizio tracking designation.
• SB3831-DO:SB = Sound Bar, 38 = Width of soundbar, 31 = 3.1 channels (3 channel sound bar with subwoofer), D0 - Internal Vizio tracking designation.
• SB2821-D6:SB = Sound Bar, 28 = width of sound bar, 21 = 2.1 channels (2 channel sound bar with subwoofer), D0 - Internal Vizio tracking designation.

Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray Player Model Numbers

The last product category focused on here are Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc players. You need to pay attention not so much to the entire model number, but the first letters of that number.

Blu-ray Disc player model numbers usually start with the letter 'B'. For example, Samsung uses BD, Sony starts with BDP-S, and LG uses BP. One of the few exceptions is Magnavox, which uses MBP (the M stands for Magnavox).

Older Vizio Tv Model Numbers

Model numbers for Ultra HD Blu-ray players start with the letter 'U' which stands for 4K Ultra HD. Examples include Samsung (UBD), Sony (UBP), LG (UP), Oppo Digital (UDP), and Panasonic (UB).

However, one exception is Philips which uses BDP-7 or BDP-5 at the beginning of it's 2016 and 2017 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc player model numbers. The 7 or 5 is the indicator for both 2016 and 2017 models.

For all brands, the letter prefix is usually followed by a 3 or 4 digit number that designates the player's position within the brand's Blu-ray or Ultra HD Blu-ray disc player product category (Higher numbers designate higher-end models) but doesn't provide information about the player's additional features.

The Bottom Line

With all the tech terms and model numbers thrown at consumers, it can be a daunting task to figure out what a product offers what you might be looking for. However, product model numbers can provide useful information.

In addition, product model numbers are an important identifier when seeking followup service - make sure you note the model number, as well as your product's specific serial number for future reference.

Vizio Model Number Meaning

Model numbers are printed on both the box and in user guides. You can also find a TV or home theater product's model number displayed on its rear panel, usually as a sticker that also displays the serial number of your specific unit.

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Should the model number structure for the brands discussed above change, this article will be updated accordingly.