Technicolor - Thomson 51PW9303 manual Care and Cleaning, Video-game images and scoreboards

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General Information: Care and Cleaning

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING Concerning Stationary Images on the TV Screen:

Do not leave picture border bars or station- ary images on screen for extended periods of time.This can cause uneven picture-tube aging.

Normal use of the TV should involve the showing of pictures that contain constantly moving and changing images that fill the screen. Be careful not to leave nonmoving images on screen for extended periods of time, or to display the same images on screen too frequently, because subtle ghost images can be left on the picture tubes. Avoid showing pictures with border bars or the same stationary images more than 15 percent of your total viewing in any one week. Sources of stationary images may be broadcast channels, cable channels, satellite channels, digital television boxes, DVD discs, laser discs, video games, CD-i discs, videotapes, and others. Here are some examples of sta- tionary images (this is not an all-inclusive list; you may encounter others in your viewing):

•Border bars—solid bars shown when viewing a standard (4:3) picture and some widescreen movies on your widescreen (16:9) TV

•DVD menus—listings of DVD disc content

•Video-game images and scoreboards

•Television station logos—present a problem if they are bright and stationary; moving or low-contrast graphics are less like- ly to cause uneven aging of the picture tube

PLACEMENT OF THE TV

•To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot; for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance.

•Be sure to allow a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set.

CLEANING

•To avoid possible shock hazard, be sure the TV is unplugged from the electrical outlet before cleaning.

•Regularly dust the TV with a dry, nonscratching duster to keep the TV clean.

•When cleaning the TV, take care not to scratch or damage the screen surface. Avoid wearing jewelry or using anything abra- sive. Do not use household cleaners. Wipe the front screen with a clean cloth dampened with water. Use even, easy, ver- tical strokes when cleaning.

Specially designed screen-cleaning kits are also available. These kits contain anti-static cleaners and cloths designed to get into the ridges of the TV screen. Purchase the kits at stores that sell electronics. Or call our Customer Care Center at 1-800-531-0039.

•Gently wipe the cabinet surfaces with a clean cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of cool, clear water and a mild soap or detergent. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry the wiped surfaces.

•Stock-markettickers—presented at the bottom of the TV screen

•Shopping channel logos and pricing displays—bright and shown constantly or repeatedly in the same location on the TV screen.

All picture tubes age with use, with their light output diminish- ing over time. But by maintaining normal use—mixing televi- sion picture types—you will create conditions in the tubes age at an even rate. The result will be a TV picture that is evenly bright over the entire screen.

•Occasionally vacuum the ventilation holes or slots in the back cover of the set.

•Never use thinners, insecticide sprays, or other chemicals on or near the cabinet, as they might cause permanent marring of the cabinet finish.

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Contents Hdtv Monitor Warranty Verification Important Safety Instructions Contents Features End-of-life DisposalJACKS, CABLES, and Connectors Video Jacks Cable used S-VideoPanel Overviews Standard Inputs and Outputs Rear of TVPanel Overviews HIGH-DEFINITION Inputs What You Can Connect to High-definition Input JacksConnecting a VCR Helpful HintConnecting a VCR and Cable BOX Connecting and Using AN Audio HI-FI System with Your TV See the section below on using the Audio OUT controlConnecting a Standard DVD Player Rear of DVD PlayerConnecting a DVD Player with PROGRESSIVE-SCAN Capability Connecting AN S-VIDEO Device Rear of Device with Video OutputConnecting AN HD Receiver to the HD INPUT-AV 4 Jacks Connect S-VIDEO and audio cables. Note This example usesConnect coaxial cables Connecting a Camcorder Connecting and Using Headphones with Your TV TV’s side panel has a headphone jack for personal listeningProgramming the TV Remote to Work Accessory Devices VCRUsing the CODE-ENTRY Method to Program Your TV Remote Please read through all the steps before beginningUsing the Search Method to Program Your TV Remote Codes for A/V Accessory Devices DIRECT-ENTRYDIRECT-ENTRY Codes for A/V Accessory Devices LASER-DISC PlayerUsing the TV Remote with Accessory Devices CH & TV/VCRUsing the AV and Source Select Buttons Using Autosound AutoSound OptionsUsing Autopicture Using Autosurf ListUsing Program List and Alternate Channel CVIUsing Sleep Timer ControlAdjusting the Picture Controls Picture-adjustment OptionsSetting the EYE Fidelity Control Press the STATUS/EXIT button to turn the menu offSetting the Dynamic Contrast Control Adjusting the TREBLE, BASS, and Balance Controls Using the AVL Audio Volume Leveler Control Selecting a Surround-sound Option Using Remote Control Selecting the SURROUND-SOUND ModesSelecting the STEREO/MONO Sound Mode Selecting the SAP Second Audio Program Feature Selecting SAP Using Remote ControlUsing the Bass Boost Control Setting the Clock Quick Use and Setup GuideDisplaying the Time Setting the TIMER’S Start Time and Stop Time Press the Cursor Ring Right to enter the Features submenuSelecting the TIMER’S Channel Setting the TIMER’S Activate Control Understanding Autolock Setting UP the Autolock Access Code TimerUsing Autolock to Block Channels Access CodeUsing Autolock to Block by Movie Rating Using Autolock to Block by TV Rating Turning the Autolock Blocking Control on or OFF Using Autolock to Block Unrated Broadcasts Ton on the remote control to showPress the MENU/SELECT but Onscreen menuUsing Autolock to Block Broadcasts That have no Rating RIGHT. Then press the CURSOR Ring Down once Reviewing Your Current Autolock Settings Press the STATUS/EXIT button onUsing the Closed Captioning Control MuteUsing the PICTURE-FORMAT Control Selecting a Picture Format Using the Remote ControlSelecting a picture Format Using the TV Buttons Using Active Control Picture-quality settings HD INPUT-AV Specifications ModelSetting Color Space for the HD Inputs Or AV5Care and Cleaning Video-game images and scoreboardsTroubleshooting TV has no powerYou are not able to get sound Glossary of Television Terms Index Factory Service Locations CanadaAtlanta Cleveland Chicago Page Limited Warranty Projection Television
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