Mitsubishi L40HV201, User Manual, Page: 4 / 38

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CAUTION
Immediately unplug your monitor from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
monitor.
• If the monitor has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the monitor has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
• If the monitor does not operate normally by following operating
instructions.
Recommended Use
CAUTION
CORRECT PLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE MONITOR
CAN REDUCE EYE, SHOULDER AND NECK FATIGUE. CHECK THE
FOLLOWING WHEN YOU POSITION THE MONITOR:
• For optimum performance, allow 20 minutes for warm-up.
• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20
feet away. Blink often.
• Position the monitor at a 90˚ angle to windows and other light
sources to minimize glare and reflections.
• Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, nonabrasive cloth.
Avoid using any cleaning solution or glass cleaner.
• Adjust the monitor’s brightness and contrast controls to enhance
readability.
• Avoid displaying fixed patterns on the monitor for long periods
of time to avoid image persistence (afterimage effects).
• Get regular eye checkups.
• The lamp of backlight contains mercury. Please handle it ap-
propriately in case of disposal.
Ergonomics
To realize the maximum ergonomics benefits, we recommend the
following:
• Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard
signals
• Use the preset Color Setting
• Use non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between
58-62Hz
• Do not use primary color blue on a dark background, as it is
difficult to see and may produce eye fatigue to insufficient con-
trast
For more detailed information on setting up a healthy work
environment, write the American National Standard for Human Fac-
tors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations – ANSI-
HFS Standard No. 100-1988 – The Human Factors Society, Inc. P.
O. Box 1369, Santa Monica, California 90406.
Safety Precautions and Maintenance
FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING
WHEN SETTING UP AND USING THE MDT401S
LCD COLOR MONI-
TOR:
• DO NOT OPEN THE MONITOR. There are no user serviceable
parts inside and opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous shock hazards or other risks. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
• Do not spill any liquids into the cabinet or use your monitor
near water.
• Do not insert objects of any kind into the cabinet slots, as they
may touch dangerous voltage points, which can be harmful or
fatal or may cause electric shock, fire or equipment failure.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage to
the cord may cause shock or fire.
• Do not place this product on a sloping or unstable cart, stand or
table, as the monitor may fall, causing serious damage to the
monitor.
• When operating the MDT401S LCD monitor with its AC 220-
240V power supply in China, use a power supply cord pro-
vided with the monitor.
• For all other cases, use a power cord that matches the AC volt-
age of the power outlet and has been approved by and com-
plies with the safety standards of your particular country.
• Do not place any objects onto the monitor and do not use the
monitor outdoors.
• The inside of the fluorescent tube located within the LCD
monitor contains mercury.
• Do not bend power cord.
• Do not use monitor in high temperature, humid, dusty, or oily
areas.
• If glass is broken, handle with care.
• Do not cover vent on monitor.
• If monitor or glass is broken, do not come in contact with the
liquid crystal and handle with care.
• Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so that heat can
properly dissipate. Do not block ventilated openings or place
the monitor near a radiator or other heat sources. Do not put
anything on top of monitor.
• The power cable connector is the primary means of detaching
the system from the power supply. The monitor should be in-
stalled close to a power outlet which is easily accessible.
• Handle with care when transporting. Save packaging for
transporting.
• Please follow the bylaws or rules of your municipality to
dispose of the tube properly.
• Keep the holes on the back of the LCD clean of dirt and dust.
It is recommended to wipe holes with a soft cloth a minimum of
once per year.
Safety Precautions, Maintenance & Recommended Use