Sony TAV-L1 Operating Instructions - Page 11

Volume adjustment • Adjust the volume so as not to trouble your neighbours. 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. • Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is suddenly played. Overloading This system is designed to operate on a 120 V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same mains socket as this could result in fire or electric shock. Heat Do not touch the surface of the system. It remains hot, even after the system has been turned off for some time. Corrosion If you use this system near the seashore, salt may corrode metal parts of the system and cause internal damage or fire. It may also shorten the life of the system. Steps should be taken to reduce the humidity and moderate the temperature of the area where the system is located. Precautions Safety • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. To disconnect the system completely, pull the plug from the AC power source (mains). • Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. LCD Screen • Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective, 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 system. The image may be uneven or the LCD panel may be damaged. • If this system 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 disappear 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 system is in use. This is not a malfunction. • The LCD contains a small amount of liquid crystal and mercury. The fluorescent tube used in this system also contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for disposal. Fluorescent lamp This system uses a special fluorescent lamp as its light source. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers, or does not appear, the fluorescent lamp has worn out and should be replaced. For replacement, consult qualified service personnel. Installing the system • Do not install the system in places subject to extreme temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent or excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or shock. If the system is exposed to extreme temperature, the system may overheat and cause deformation of the casing or cause the system to malfunction. • To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling. • Do not install optional components too close to the system. Keep optional components at least 30 cm (1 ft) away from the system. If a VCR is installed in front of the system or beside the system, the picture may become distorted. • Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the system is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation. • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Continued 11 US