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Caution
When cleaning the TV, remove the
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mains plug
Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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When the TV is not going to be used for a
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long period of time, remove the mains plug
This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as
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long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or
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downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Allow sufficient space around the TV for
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radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
10
7
(cm)
When using the pedestal,
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keep the space between
the bottom of the TV and
the surface where the TV
is set.
In case of using
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Wall-hanging bracket,
follow the manual of it.
Do not block the rear air vents
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Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table
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cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating,
fire or electrical shock.
Do not expose your ears to excessive
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volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
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Do not apply strong force or
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impact to the display panel
This may cause damage resulting in injury.
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The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2
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or more people. Support as shown to
avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.
Notes
Do not display a still picture for a
long time
This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen
(“image retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered
by the warranty.
Typical still images
Channel number and other logos
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Image displayed in 4:3 mode
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Video game
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Computer image
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To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent
or no operations are performed. (p. 64)
Auto power standby function
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The TV will automatically go to Standby mode in
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the following conditions:
no signal is received and no operation is
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performed for 30 minutes in Analogue TV mode
“Off Timer” is active in the Setup Menu (p. 17)
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no operation is performed for the period
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selected in “Auto Standby” (p. 31)
This function does not affect Timer Programming.
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Keep the TV away from these types
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of equipment
Electronic equipment
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In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV. (Electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound.)
Equipment with an infrared sensor
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This TV also emits infrared rays. (This may affect
operation of other equipment.)
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care:
Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or
fingerprints.
For stubborn dirt:
Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then wring
the cloth and wipe the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.
Caution
Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard. This may cause scratches on the surface.
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Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to water or detergent. A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.
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Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances. This may
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degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint.
Take care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard objects.
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Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This may
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degrade surface quality.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.
