Sony KDL-19M4000/G Operating Instructions - Page 6

s 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. s Do not convert or damage the AC power cord. s 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. s Do not place the TV where the power cord can be easily pinched, bent, twisted, or catch your feet. 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. Volume Adjustment s When using headphones, adjust the volume to avoid excessive audio levels from causing possible hearing loss. s Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the cord. s Before connecting cables, be sure to unplug the AC power cord for your safety. s Do not move the TV with the AC power cord (or other cables such as audio and video) connected. s Use only an original Sony AC power cord with your TV; no brand substitution is allowed. s Do not use AC power cord supplied with the TV with any other equipment. s 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. s Insert the plug fully into the outlet. If it is loose, it may cause arcing and result in a fire. s Do not overload the same AC power outlet. Unplugging the AC power cord from the wall outlet will completely remove power from the TV. s 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. BATTERIES Your remote control batteries are consumables. s To preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations. s Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. s Do not short-circuit, disassemble or overheat the batteries. s Replace only with the same or equivalent type of batteries. Using incorrect replacement batteries can lead to an explosion. LCD SCREEN s Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more, black dots 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. s The LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and to achieve a high level of performance and picture quality, this TV's backlight setting is set to maximize the brightness of the TV. However, uneven brightness may be observed when the LCD TV is viewed in a dark ambient without an input source or blank screen. This condition is normal and not a malfunction of the TV. Changing the Picture mode, Backlight setting, enabling the Light Sensor, or turning on the Power Management will improve this condition. s To avoid damaging the LCD panel, do not expose the LCD screen to direct sunlight. s Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on top of the TV. The images may be uneven or the LCD panel may be damaged. s If the TV is used in a cold place, 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. s Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed continuously. It should disappear after a few moments. s The LCD screen and enclosure get warm when the TV is in use. This is not a malfunction. s Avoid spraying insect repellent with volatile material on the LCD screen. s Avoid prolonged contact with rubber or plastic material to the LCD screen. Broken screen panel Do not throw anything at the TV as the impact can cause the LCD screen glass to crack, break or scatter. s For energy conservation and safety reasons, practice unplugging the AC power cord from the AC power outlet. s If damage occurs to the LCD panel, small traces of liquid crystal sandwiched between the glass may be found on scattered broken glass. 6 6