RCA PHD50300 Important Tips Caring for Your Monitor, To avoid damage and prolong operating life

Warnings and Safety Precautions

The monitor is designed and manufactured to provide long, trouble-free service. No maintenance other than cleaning is required. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the panel. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner to clean the panel surface.

The display panel consists of fine picture elements (cells). Although the display panels are produced with more than

99.99percent active cells, there may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit.

For operating safety and to avoid damage to the unit, eadr carefully and observe the following instructions.

To avoid shock and fire hazards:

1.Provide adequate space for ventilation to avoid internal heat build-up. Do not cover ear vents or install in a closed cabinet or shelves.

The unit is equipped with cooling fans. If you install the unit in an enclosure, be sure there is adequate space at the top of the unit to allow hot air to rise and escape.

If the monitor becomes too hot, the overheat protector will be activated and the monitor will be turned off. If this happens, turn off the power to the monitor and un-plug the power cord. If the room where the monitor is installed is particularly hot, move the monitor to a cooler location, and wait for the monitor to cool for 60 minutes.

If the problem persists, contact your dealer for service.

2.Do not use the power cord plug with extension cords or outlets unless all prongs can be completely inserted.

3.Do not expose unit to water or moisture.

4.Avoid damage to the power cord, and do not attempt to modify the power cord.

5.Unplug unit during electrical storms or if unit will not be used over a long period.

6.Do not open the unit which has potentially dangerous high voltage components inside. If the unit is damaged from opening the cabinet the warranty will be void. Moreover, there is a serious risk of electric shock.

7.Do not attempt to service or epair the unit. Tmm is not liable for any bodily harm or damage caused if unqualified persons attempt service or open the back cover. Refer all service to authorized Service Centers.

IMPORTANT TIPS: Caring for Your Monitor

To avoid damage and prolong operating life:

1.Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Continued operation at line voltages greater than 120 Volts AC will shorten the life of the unit, and might cause a fire hazard.

2.Handle the unit carefully when installing it.

3.Locate set away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sunlight.

4.Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small metal objects. In case of accident, unplug the unit and have it serviced by an authorized service center.

5.Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the screen.

6.For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer.

7.Like all phosphor-based display devices, monitors can be susceptible to uneven phosphor aging under certain circumstances. Certain operating conditions, such as the continuous display of a static image over a prolonged period of time, can result in uneven phosphor aging if proper precautions are not taken. To protect your investment in this monitor, please adhere to the following guidelines and recommendations for minimizing the occurrence of uneven phosphor aging:

•Always enable and use your computer’s screen saver function during use with a computer input source.

•Display a moving image whenever possible.

•Always power down the monitor when you are finished using it.

•If viewing with a 4/3 aspect ratio for long periods of time, set side gray level at 3 or 4.

If the monitor is in long term use or continuous operation take the following measures to reduce the likelihood of uneven phosphor aging:

•Lower the BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST levels as much as possible without impairing image eadabilityr.

•Display an image with many colors and color gradations (i.e. photographic or photo-realistic images).

•Create image content with minimal contrast between light and dark areas (for example, white characters on black backgrounds). Use complementary or pastel color whenever possible.

•Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct, sharply defined borders between colors.