Getting Started

Precautions

Installation

•Prevent internal heat build-up by allowing adequate air circulation. Do not place the monitor on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation holes.

•Do not install the monitor near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

•Do not place the monitor near equipment which generates magnetism, such as a transformer or high voltage power lines.

Handling the LCD screen

•Bright points of light (red, blue or green) may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and more than 99.99 % of the picture element is intact. However, some of the picture element may not appear or some of the picture element may appear constantly.

•Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage the LCD screen. Take care when you place the monitor by a window.

•Do not push or scratch the LCD screen. Do not place a heavy object on the LCD screen. This may cause the screen to lose uniformity.

•If the monitor is used in a cold place, a residual image may appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the monitor becomes warm, the screen returns to normal.

•If a still picture is displayed for a long time, a residual image may appear. The residual image will eventually disappear.

•The screen and the cabinet become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction.

Replacement of the fluorescent tube

A specially designed fluorescent tube is installed as the lighting apparatus for this monitor. If the LCD screen becomes dark, unstable or does not turn on, replace the fluorescent tube with an new one. Consult your Sony dealer when replacing the fluorescent tube.

Maintenance

•Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

•Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with sharp or abrasive items such as a ballpoint pen or screwdriver. This type of contact may result in a scratched picture tube.

•Clean the screen with a soft cloth. If you use a glass cleaning liquid, do not use any type of cleaner containing an antistatic solution or similar additive as this may scratch the screen’s coating.

Transportation

•When you transport this monitor, grip the bottom of the screen firmly with both hands. If you drop the monitor, you may be injured or the monitor may be damaged.

•When you transport this monitor for repair or shipment, use the original carton and packing materials.

Warning on power connection

•Use an appropriate power cord for your local power supply.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

If you do not use the appropriate cord, this monitor will not conform to mandatory FCC standards.

For the customers in the UK

If you use the monitor in the UK, please use the supplied UK cable with the UK plug.

Examples of plug types

for 100 to 120 V AC for 200 to 240 V AC for 240 V AC only

The outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.

Disposal of the monitor

•Do not dispose of the monitor with general waste.

Do not include the monitor with household waste.

•The fluorescent tube includes mercury. Dispose of the monitor in accordance with the regulations of your local sanitation authority.

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