Panasonic TH-42PX80A, TH-50PX80A manual Maintenance, Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal, Mains plug

					Notes
		Caution			Do not display a still picture for a long time
■When cleaning the TV, remove the					This causes the image to remain on the plasma
					screen (“image retention”).
mains plug					This is not considered a malfunction and is not
•	Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.				covered by the warranty.
■When the TV is not going to be used for a					Typical still images
long period of time, remove the mains plug					Programme number and other logos
	This TV will still consume some power even in				•Image displayed in 4:3 mode
•the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still					•Video game
					•Computer image
	connected to a live socket outlet.				•
■Transport only in upright position					To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
					automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
	Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright				sent or no operations are performed. (p. 47)
•or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
■Allow sufficient space around the					■Auto power standby function
TV for radiated heat					If no signal is received and no operation is
Minimum distance					•performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
	10				the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
					■Keep the TV away from these types of
10		10	7
					equipment
					Electronic equipment
				(cm)	•In particular, do not place video equipment near
	When using the pedestal, keep the space between				the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort
•the bottom of the TV and the floor surface.					images / sound).
	In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the				Equipment with an infrared sensor
					•This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
•manual of it.
■Do not block the rear air vents					operation of other equipment).
	Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
•etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
■Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
•Irreversible damage can be caused.
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
				Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
•Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
•(this may degrade surface quality).
				Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
•(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
•(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
•Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
				Mains plug		5
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)