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Getting started
EN
Important information
Safety
Ensure that your domestic mains supply voltage matches the
voltage indicated on the identification sticker located at the back of
your set.This TV set is a class 1 appliance. It must be connected to
an electrical wall socket with an earth.
The TV set's components are sensitive to heat.The maximum
ambient temperature should not exceed 35° Celsius. Do not
cover the vents at the back or sides of the TV set. Leave sufficient
space around it to allow adequate ventilation. Install the appliance
away from any source of heat (fireplace, ...) or appliances creating
strong magnetic or electric fields.
Moisture in rooms where the set is installed should not exceed
85% humidity. If you have to use the TV set outdoors, do not
expose it to rain or splashing water. Do not place any
object containing a liquid (vase, glass, bottle, etc.) on or near
the set. Moving the set from a cold place to a warm one can cause
condensation on the screen (and on some components inside the
TV set). Let the condensation evaporate before switching the TV
set on again.
The
button at the side of the TV set can be used to
switch it on and put it into standby mode. If you are not going to
be watching the TV for a lengthy period of time, switch it off
completely by removing the plug from the mains power socket.
During thunderstorms, we recommend that you disconnect the
TV set from the mains and aerial so that it is not affected by
electrical or electromagnetic surges that could damage it. For this
reason, keep the mains and aerial sockets accessible so they
can be disconnected, if necessary.
Unplug the TV set immediately if you notice it giving off a smell
of burning or smoke.You must never, under any circumstances,
open the TV set yourself, as you run the risk of an electric shock
in doing so.
Plasma panel
In order to ensure long performance of your set and reduce the
risk of screen burning, please observe the following precautions.
- Do not display for lengthy periods of time still images (still
computer and video game images, logos, pictures, text) or images
in formats which do not fill the entire screen;
- Use a screen saver when using a computer;
- When displaying tables, graphics, etc.:
- decrease the contrast and brightness of the picture as much
as possible,
- display pictures with many colours and grading of colours
(photographs),
- adjust contrast to obtain the least noticeable transition
between dark and light areas (white characters on a black
background).
Screen burns are not covered by the warranty.
The plasma panel is a very high technology product, giving you
finely detailed pictures. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may
appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red.This
does not affect the performance of your product.
Care
Use a glass-cleaning product to clean the screen and a soft cloth
and mild detergent to clean the rest of the set.
Important: Using strong detergents, alcohol-based and abrasive
products may damage the screen.
Dust the vents at the back and sides regularly. Using solvents,
abrasive or alcohol-based products could damage the TV set.
If an object or liquid enters inside the appliance, unplug it
immediately and have it checked by an authorised engineer.
Never open the appliance yourself since this may put you at risk or
damage the appliance.
THOMSON disclaims any liability if the TV set is not used
in accordance with this manual.
You can contact THOMSON by dialling:
0871 712 1312
(for United Kingdom, £0.10/mn inc VAT)
www.thomson-europe.com
HELPLINE
Before setting up your television set, make sure
that the surface you want to put the set on can
support its weight (see the list of specifications
provided with the booklet).
Don’t place the set on an unstable surface (e.g.
moving shelf, very edge of a unit) and make sure
that the front of the television set does not
overhang the surface it is sitting on.
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