LCD Screen

Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a malfunction.

Do not expose the LCD screen surface to the sun. Doing so may damage the screen surface.

Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of this unit. The image may be uneven or the LCD panel may be damaged.

If this unit is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the picture or the picture may become dark.

This does not indicate a failure. These phenomena improve as the temperature rises.

Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.

The screen and cabinet get warm when this unit is in use. This is not a malfunction.

Mains lead and display cable

If you damage the mains lead or display cable, it may result in fire or electric shock.

Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cable

excessively. The core lines may be bared or cut, causing a short - circuit which may in fire or electric shock.

Do not convert or damage the mains lead or display cable.

Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead or display cable. Do not pull the mains lead or display cable.

Keep the mains lead or display cable away from heat sources.

Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the

mains lead.

Refer to the operating instructions when disconnecting the display cable. If the mains lead or display cable is damaged, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it.

Fluorescent lamp

When not in use

This unit uses a special fluorescent lamp as its light

For environmental

source. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers, or

and safety reasons, it

does not appear, the fluorescent lamp has run down and

is recommended that

should be replaced. For replacement, consult qualified

the set is switched off

service personnel.

when not in use - not

 

left in standby mode.

 

Disconnect from the mains.

Cleaning the screen surface

The screen surface is finished with a special coating to prevent strong light reflections. Be sure to observe the following precautions to avoid damaging the finish.

To remove dust from the screen surface, wipe gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution. You can wash and repeatedly use the soft cloth.

Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder or strong solvent such as alcohol, benzene or thinner.

Cooling fan

This display unit uses a cooling fan to avoid overheating. Note that the noise of the cooling fan may be heard from the display unit, depending on where the display unit is installed.

Cable wiring

Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the unit.

Installation

Do not install optional components too close to the display unit. Keep optional components at least 30 cm away from the display unit. If a VCR is installed in front or at the right side of the display unit, the picture may distort.

Heat

Do not touch the surface of the display unit. It remains hot, even after the display unit has been turned off for some time.

10Safety Information