Sony NSX-40GT1 Reference Guide - Page 5

Medical institutions Do not place this TV in a place where medical equipment is in use. It may cause a medical equipment malfunction. Outdoor use Do not install this TV outdoors. The TV should not be exposed to rain or direct sunlight in order to avoid damage and possible fire or electric shock. Do not install this TV in a vehicle, ship or other vessel • Excessive bumping motion of a moving vehicle or continuous swaying motion on a boat may cause the TV to fall down and cause injury. • Exposing the TV to seawater may cause a fire, electric shock or damage to your TV. Magnetic influence • This TV contains a strong magnet in the speaker unit that generates a magnetic field. Keep any items susceptible to magnetic fields away from the speaker. • Electro-magnetic radiation emitted from optional equipment installed too close to the TV may cause picture distortion and/or noisy sound. Wall-mount use • Wall-mount installation requires the use of a Wall-Mount Bracket. When installing or removing the TV and the Wall-Mount Bracket, be sure to use qualified contractors. If not properly secured during installation or removal from the Wall-Mount Bracket, the TV may fall and cause serious injury. • Be sure to follow the installation guide supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket when installing the TV. • Be sure to attach the brackets with the specified parts supplied with the Wall-Mount Bracket. • Do not hang the TV from the ceiling. It may fall and cause serious injury. • Do not hang anything on the TV. • Do not allow children to climb on the TV. AC POWER CORD • Do not touch the AC power cord and its plug with wet hands as it may cause electric shock. • When disconnecting the AC power cord, grasp the plug and disconnect from the wall outlet first. Do not pull by the cord. • Keep the power cord away from heat sources. A TV set with a three-wire grounding type AC power cord plug must be connected to an AC power outlet with a protective earthing connection. • Do not convert or damage the AC power cord. • Consult your electrician to have the outlet changed to suit your TV. Subjecting the AC power cord to wear and/or abuse can damage the AC power cord and your TV. • Do not place the TV where the power cord can be easily pinched, bent, twisted, or catch your feet. • Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the cord. • Before connecting cables, be sure to unplug the AC power cord for your safety. • Do not move the TV with the AC power cord (or other cables such as audio and video) connected. • Use only an original Sony AC power cord with your TV; no brand substitution is allowed (except NSX-24GT1). • Do not use AC power cord supplied with the TV with any other equipment. • Never use a damaged AC power cord. A damaged AC power cord can cause a short-circuit, which may result in a fire or electric shock. Do not use a damaged or poorly fitting AC power outlet as your TV's power source. • Insert the plug fully into the outlet. If it is loose, it may cause arcing and result in a fire. • Do not overload the same AC power outlet. Unplugging the AC power cord from the wall outlet will completely remove power from the TV. • During lightning storms or when the TV is left unattended and unused for extended periods of time, the AC power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet. This will avoid possible damage to your TV. Also unplug the antenna to prevent damage to the TV. • For energy conservation and safety reasons, practice unplugging the AC power cord from the AC power outlet. Clean the AC power plug Unplug the AC power plug and clean it occasionally to avoid dust from accumulating. While cleaning, look for signs of damage. A damaged AC power cord should never be used. ACCESSORIES Keep small accessories out of children's reach. Use only the specified accessories with this TV. 5