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Cleaning
Unplug the AC power cord when cleaning this
Plasma TV. If not, it may result in electric shock.
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 Plasma TV is not
left in standby mode
when not in use. Disconnect from the AC power
outlet.
Cable wiring
Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It
may damage the Plasma TV.
Installation
Do not install optional components too close to
the Plasma TV. Keep optional components at
least 30 cm away from the Plasma TV. If a VCR is
installed in front or at the right side of the
Plasma TV, the picture may distort.
Heat
Do not touch the surface of the Plasma TV. It
remains hot, even for some time after the Plasma
TV is turned off.
Precautions
On viewing the Plasma TV
comfortably
• To view the Plasma TV comfortably, the
recommended viewing position is from four
to seven times of the screen’s vertical length
away from the Plasma TV.
• View the Plasma TV in a moderate light room,
as viewing the Plasma TV in poor light taxes
your eyes. And watching the screen continu-
ously long times taxes your eyes, too.
On installing the Plasma TV
• Use the specified wall-mount bracket or
stands.
Leave enough space for ventilation between
the exhaust fan in the rear of unit and the
wall.
• Do not install the Plasma TV in places subject
to extreme temperature, for example in direct
sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent. If
the Plasma TV is exposed to extreme
temperature, the Plasma TV may heat up and
it may cause deformations of the casing or
malfunctions.
• Do not install the Plasma TV in a place
exposed to direct air conditioning. If the
Plasma TV is installed in such a location,
moisture may condense on the glass or PDP
panel inside the Plasma TV. It may cause a
malfunction.
• After transporting the Plasma TV 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 glass or PDP
panel inside the Plasma TV. Let the moisture
evaporate before using the Plasma TV.
• To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the
screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight.
If possible, use spot lighting direct down from
the ceiling.
On adjustment volume
• Adjust the volume so as not to trouble
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.
