Panasonic TH50PX600U 42" Plasma Tv - Page 3

Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.). Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected. FCC STATEMENT 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 to 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: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC CAUTION: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by Panasonic Corporation of North America could result in harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this device. FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No. TH-42PX600U, TH-50PX600U, TH-58PX600U Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788) [email protected] CANADIAN NOTICE: For Models TH-42PX600U, TH-50PX600U, TH-58PX600U This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 4 WARNING/CAUTION WARNING ŶIf problems occur during use If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN. DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately. Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE voltage dangerous nature. POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION. If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the ŶSet up Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces. A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over. Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. made. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please CAUTION consult an Authorized Service Center. Do not cover the ventilation holes. This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV. If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16" (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8" (6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more at the rear. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.) • Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U ŶWhen using the Plasma TV • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR3U • Plasma TV stand TY-S42PX600W (TH-42PX600U) Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV. TY-S50PX600W (TH-50PX600U) Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the TY-S58PX600W (TH-58PX600U) cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up. Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety Transport only in upright position! precaution before carrying out any cleaning. Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry. ŶAC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from becoming dusty. Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth. If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they should not be used. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shocks. Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable. Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV. Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step. (Young children should be made particularly aware of this caution.) If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse, injury may result. The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. Notes ŶDo not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen ("after image"). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty. Typical still images Channel number and other logos Image displayed in 4:3 mode SD Card photo Video game Computer image 4 : 3 12 To prevent after image, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 59) ŶSetup Do not place the unit where it's exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections). Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control's transmission range. 5