AC power cord
If you damage the AC power cord, it may result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cable excessively. The core lines may be bared and cut, and cause short- circuit, resulting in fire or electric shock.
•Do not convert or damage the AC power cord.
• Do not put anything heavy on
the AC power cord. Do not pull the AC power cord.
•Keep the AC power cord away from heat sources.
•Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord.
If the AC power cord is damaged, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it.
Not in use
For environmental and safety reasons, it is recommended that the LCD TV is not left in standby mode when not in use. Disconnect it from the AC power outlet.
Cable wiring
Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the LCD TV.
Installation
Do not install optional components too close to the LCD TV. Keep optional components at least 30 cm away from the LCD TV. If a VCR is installed in front or beside the LCD TV, the picture may distort.
Heat
Do not touch the surface of the LCD TV. It remains hot, even for some time after the LCD TV is turned off.
Precautions
On viewing the LCD TV comfortably
•To view the LCD TV comfortably, the recommended viewing position is from four to seven times of the screen’s vertical length away from the LCD TV.
•View the LCD TV in a moderate light room, as viewing the LCD TV in poor light taxes your eyes. And watching the screen continuously long times taxes your eyes, too.
On installing the LCD TV
•Use the specified
•Do not install the display unit in places subject to extreme temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent. If the display unit is exposed to extreme temperature, the display unit may heat up and it may cause deformations of the casing or malfunctions.
•Do not install the display unit in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the display unit is installed in such a location, moisture may condense on the panel inside the display unit. It may cause a malfunction.
•After transporting the display unit directly from a cold to a warm location, or if the room temperature has changed suddenly, pictures may be blurred or show poor color over portions of the picture. This is because moisture has condensed on the panel inside the display unit. Let the moisture evaporate before using the display unit.
•To obtain a clear picture, prevent the lighting or sun light from illuminating the screen directly. If possible, install a lighting on the ceiling right above the LCD TV so that reflection of the lighting is minimized.
•The LCD TV is not disconnected from AC power outlet when the switch is in off position. To disconnect the LCD TV completely, pull the plug from AC power outlet.
•Make sure the LCD TV is completely switched off by pressing 1 on the TV (top side) before unplugging the AC power cord. Unplugging the AC power cord while LCD TV is switched on or at standby mode may cause the power and standby indicators to remain lit. This does not indicate a malfunction.
On adjustment volume
•Adjust the volume so as not to trouble neighbors. Sound carries very easily at night time. Therefore, closing the windows or using headphones is suggested.
•When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
On handling the remote control
•Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill liquid of any kind.
•Do not place the remote control in a location near heat source, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or in a damp room.