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HD programming
You must get HD programming to get an HD picture !
Call your Cable or Satellite service to order HDTV Programming.
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1.3 Warning concerning stationary images on the TV
1Safety warningsscreen
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1.1 GeneralA characteristic of LCD Panels is that displaying the same image for a
long time can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the screen.
ç Do not insert the power plug in a wall socket or hang the TV to theNormal use of the TV should involve the showing of pictures that
wall before all connections are made.contain constantly moving and changing images that fill the screen.
Examples of stationary images (this is not an all-inclusive list, you may
- Place or hang the TV wherever you want, but make sure that air canencounter others in your viewing):
circulate freely through the ventilation slots. Leave at least 4� to 6� free- TV menus;
all around the TV.- Black bars: when black bars appear at the left and right side of the
- Do not place the TV on a carpet.screen, it is recommended to change to a picture format so that the
picture fills the entire screen;
- TV channel logo: present a problem if they are bright and stationary.
Moving or low-contrast graphics are less likely to cause uneven aging of
4" - 6"4" - 6"the screen;
- Stock market stickers: presented at the bottom of the TV screen;
- Shopping channel logos and pricing displays: bright and shown
constantly or repeatedly in the same location on the TV screen.
Examples of still pictures also include logos, computer images, time
4" - 6"4" - 6"4" - 6"
display, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode, static images or
characters, etc.
ç Reduce contrast and brightness when viewing.When the same
image is displayed for 10 minutes, brightness will be reduced
automatically. Once burn-in occurs it will never disappear
- Do not install the TV in a confined space such as a book case or acompletely.
similar unit.
- To prevent any unsafe situations, no naked flame sources, such as lighted) Carefully pay attention to these remarks.The warranty does not
candles, should be placed in the vicinity.apply to damage caused by not taking into account the above
- Avoid heat, direct sunlight and exposure to rain or water.mentioned warnings on stationary images.
- The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing._________________________
-To prevent damaging the power (AC) cord which could cause a fire or1.4 Mounting
electric shock, do not place the TV on the cord.
Installing the TV requires special skills that should only be performed by
_________________________qualified personnel.You should not attempt to do the work yourself.
1.2 Care of the screenPhilips bears no responsibility for improper mounting or mounting that
results in accident or injury. Make sure that the wall mount is being fixed
Do not remove the protective sheet until you have completed thesecurely enough so that it meets safety standards.
stand/wall mounting and connection.
) If the TV is mounted on a swivel base or swivel arm, ensure no strain
is placed on the power cord when the TV is swivelled. Strain on the
power cord can loosen connections.This may cause arcing and result in
fire.
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1.5 Electric, Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)
- Philips Royal Electronics manufactures and sells many products targeted
Please, handle with care. Use only a soft cloth to clean the glossy blackat consumers, which, like any electronic apparatus, in general have the
front of the TV.ability to emit and receive electromagnetic signals.
Do not touch, push or rub or strike the screen with anything hard as- One of PhilipsO leading Business Principles is to take all necessary health
this may scratch, mar or damage the screen permanently.and safety measures for our products, to comply with all applicable
And please do not rub with dust clothes with chemical treatment.legal requirements and to stay well within the EMF standards applicable
Do not touch the surface with bare hands or greasy cloth (someat the time of producing the products.
cosmetics are detrimental to the screen). Unplug the TV before cleaning- Philips is committed to develop, produce and market products that
the screen.cause no adverse health effects.
When the surface becomes dusty, please wipe gently with absorbent- Philips confirms that if its products are handled properly for their
cotton or other soft materials like chamois soaks. Do not use acetone,intended use, they are safe to use according to scientific evidence
toluene and alcohol because they cause chemical damage. Do not useavailable today.
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.Wipe off saliva or water drops as- Philips plays an active role in the development of international EMF and
soon as possible.Their long time contact with the screen causessafety standards, enabling Philips to anticipate further developments in
deformations and color fading.standardization for early integration in its products.
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