Placement for viewing

It is recommended to watch the TV at a distance of 3 to 7 times that of the screen height, and in moderate brightness. Watching the TV for too long or in a dark room will cause eye fatigue.

Optional accessories

Observe the following when installing the TV using a wall-mount bracket. If the TV is not secured properly, it may fall and cause injury.

sBe sure to follow the operating instructions supplied with the wall-mount bracket when

installing the unit.

sBe sure to attach the brackets supplied with the wall-mount bracket.

Protruding location

Do not install the TV in protruding locations. If you install the unit in the following locations, injury may result.

sDo not install the unit in a location where the unit protrudes, such as pillars.

sDo not install the unit in a location that may cause injury.

Oils

Do not install this unit in restaurants where oily vapors occur. Dust absorbing oil may enter into the unit and damage the unit.

Corrosion

Use of this TV near the seashore may subject the set to excessive salt, corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the TV’s performance. If the set will be subjected to these conditions, steps should be taken to reduce the humidity and temperature of the area where the TV is located.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the TV are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

Unless proper ventilation is provided, the unit may gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe the following:

sDo not install the unit turned backward or sideways.

s Do not install the unit turned over or upside down.

s Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.

s Never block the slots and openings by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

s Never place the unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

sLeave some space around the unit. Otherwise, adequate air-circulation may be blocked causing overheating and cause fire or damage the unit.

When installing the unit on the wall, allow this much space.

30 cm

(117/8 inches)

10 cm

10 cm

(4 inches)

(4 inches)

10 cm (4 inches)

When installing the unit using a stand, allow this much space.

30 cm

(117/8 inches)

10 cm

10 cm

15 cm

(4 inches)

(4 inches)

(6 inches)

Never install the unit as follows:

 

Air circulation is blocked.

Air circulation is blocked.

Outdoor use

Do not install this unit outdoors. If the unit is exposed to rain, it may result in fire or electric shock. If the unit is exposed to direct sunlight, the unit may heat up and cause damage to the unit.

Vehicle and ceiling

Do not install this unit in a vehicle or hang from the ceiling.

Bumping of the vehicle may cause the unit to fall down and cause injury.

Ship and vessel

Do not install this unit in a ship or vessel. If the unit is exposed to seawater, it may cause fire or damage the unit.

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