WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,

NE PAS OUVRIR

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO

NO ABRIR

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Note on Caption Vision

This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with ß15.119 of the FCC rules.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner.

NOTIFICATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

sReorient or relocate the receiving antennas.

sIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

sConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

sConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Safety

sOperate the TV only on 120 V AC.

sThe plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.

sIf any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further.

sIf you will not be using the TV for several days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the cord.

sFor details concerning safety precautions, see “Important Safeguards” on page 2.

Important Notice

sWhen used at an altitude of greater than 1,900m or 6,248feet (air pressure less than 800hPa), this Plasma Display Panel may generate a low buzzing sound as a result of the difference between the interior and exterior air pressure of the panels. This is not considered a defect and is not covered under by the Limited Warranty.

Installing

sTo prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation openings.

sDo not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

sAvoid operating the TV at temperatures below 5°C (41°F).

sIf the TV is transported directly from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly, the picture may be blurred or show poor color due to moisture condensation. In this case, please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate before turning on the TV.

sTo obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It is desirable to install the TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material.

CAUTION

Bright, stationary images, such as TV station logos, displayed on your TV can become permanently imprinted onto the screen. Theses types of imprints are known as “Image Retention.” Please take the following steps to reduce the risk of causing image retention:

View a variety of program sources or programming material. Changing the program material viewed reduces the possibility that a single image will become imprinted on the TV screen.

When using video games, computers, and similar products with your TV, or viewing a TV station whose logo always stays on the screen, keep the “Brightness” and “Picture” functions at low settings. (See page 92 for instructions on adjusting picture quality.)

This TV was designed primarily for viewing TV broadcasts in wide screen mode (16:9 aspect ratio). Therefore, when viewing conventional (4:3) aspect ratio TV programs, select “Wide Zoom” or “Full” in the Wide Screen Mode, or “4:3 Default” in the Screen menu (see pages 97-98).

IMAGE RETENTION IS NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY.

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