Safety Precautions; When Using The Plasma Tv; Ac Power Supply Cord; If Problems Occur During Use - Panasonic TH-42PX500U Mode D'emploi

Safety Precautions

WARNING
SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF
ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED.
KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.
DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS,
INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/
SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY
YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF
SUFFOCATION.
Set up
Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.
• The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.
• If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get in-
side it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or
electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma
TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.
Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can
cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.
If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16" (10 cm) or
more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8" (6 cm) or more at the
bottom, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some
other setting-up method, leave a space of 3 15/16" (10 cm) or
more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4" (1.9 cm) or
more at the rear.
Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that
is readily affected by electromagnetic waves.
• It may cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular,
keep video equipment away from this product.

AC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.
• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which
could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket
plate is loose, they should not be used.
Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.
• Doing so may cause electric shocks.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When
disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable.
• Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on,
place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the
power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable
which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable
is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Cen-
ter.
If the Plasma TV will not be used for a long period of time,
unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

If problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if
smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma TV,
unplug the power cord immediately.
• Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause
fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated
at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any
unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high
voltage dangerous nature.
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the
Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged,
disconnect the power cord plug immediately.
• A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an Autho-
rized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made.
CAUTION
This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional
accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories
may cause instability which could result in the possibility of
injury.
(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita
Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
• Pedestal (included)
TY-ST42PX500 (TH-42PX500U)
TY-ST50PX500 (TH-50PX500U)
• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U
• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U
• Floor stand
TY-S42PX500W (TH-42PX500U)
TY-S50PX500W (TH-50PX500U)
Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

When using the Plasma TV

Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the
ventilation holes of the Plasma TV.
• Top of the Plasma TV is usually very hot due to the high tem-
perature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation
holes. Burns or personal injuries can happen if any body parts
are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the
TV could also result in heat damage to the object as well as
to the TV if its ventilation holes are blocked.
Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma
TV.
• Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage
the cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety
precaution before carrying out any cleaning.
• Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from becoming
dusty.
• Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity
which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug
the cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.
This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may affect
other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or
reflected light from your Plasma TV.
Note:
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended
period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain
on the Plasma TV.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games,
computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3
mode.
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