Sony SGPT121US/S Notes

US SGPT12 series
Notes on the splash-proof feature
(Please read before using the tablet device)
You can make the use of the splash-proof feature of the tablet device with the
Multi Port cover and the SD memory card slot cover closed completely. When
you use the tablet device in a location where perspiration or water may come in
contact with the tablet device, make sure the both covers are closed completely.
Multi Port cover
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About the splash-proof feature of the tablet device
The tablet device has a splash-proof feature* equivalent to IPX4 (Protected against water splashing
from any direction) of IEC60529 (Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)) but is not
water resistant completely. Do not use the tablet device in water or splash a lot of water on the tablet
device. You can make the use of the splash-proof feature of the tablet device when it is installed on a
stand, such as Sony Tablet Stand SGPDS4** (sold separately).
Depending on the usage, water may get inside the tablet device
and it may cause fire, electric shock and malfunction.
Make sure to understand the following cautions before use.
* All covers should be closed securely.
** Not available in some countries/regions.
Protected against the following liquid
• Protected against pure water and tap water
• Not protected against liquid other than those specified above (such as soap water, water containing
detergents or bath salt, shampoo, hot spring water, pool water and seawater)
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Printed in China
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SD memory card
slot cover
The splash-proof feature is based on our measurement under the conditions stated above. Please note
that malfunctions caused by misuse with water exposure are not covered under warranty.
 Notes on using the tablet device
Do not use or leave the tablet device in a humid place such as a bathroom or sauna.
When using the tablet device in a place where water may splash on the tablet device like in a kitchen,
please note the following cautions.
• Do not use the tablet device connecting to the AC adapter.
Make sure to use the tablet device using the power from the internal battery pack. Using the AC
adapter with wet hands or when the tablet is wet may cause danger of electric shock.
• You can make the use of the splash-proof feature with all covers closed completely.
When closing covers, make sure not to let tiny foreign objects (such as hair and sand) get in. In case
water gets in the headset jack, get rid of the water and leave the tablet device in the breezy shade
until it gets dry completely before use.
• Do not use the tablet device with the headphones or headset connected.
• Do not use the tablet device in water or splash water on it.
If the tablet device gets wet, wipe it with a soft dry cloth, etc.
• Do not put any foreign objects such as sand or mud on the tablet device.
In case something accidentally gets on the tablet device, wipe your tablet device with a soft dry cloth,
etc. Do not use detergents, chemicals or moist towelettes, etc. Do not dry the tablet device by
blowing hot air using a hair dryer, etc.
• Do not use the tablet device where water or hot water may splash on the tablet device strongly.
The tablet device is not equipped with a water pressure resisting feature. Exposing the tablet device
to high water pressure from a tap or shower, etc. may cause malfunction.
• Do not splash hot water directly on the tablet device. Do not expose the tablet device to direct hot
heat like from hair dryer. Do not use the tablet device in a place where the temperature is high like
near a stove.
The tablet device is not heat-resistant. Use the tablet device at temperature in the range of 5 °C to
35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F).
• Never open or close the Multi Port cover and SD memory slot cover when using the tablet device
outdoors or with wet, sweaty, or sand-covered hands.
Water or sand will get in the tablet device and cause malfunctions.
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Notes on charging the tablet device
The supplied AC adapter and USB cable for Multi Port SGPUC2 are not
equipped with the splash-proof feature.
Make sure not to splash water on the AC adapter.
Do not use the AC adapter with wet hands or when the tablet device is wet. This may cause
danger of electric shock.
Please note the following cautions when charging the tablet device.
• Make sure the place you use the AC adapter is not wet.
• Make sure the tablet device is not wet before charging. In case the tablet device gets water droplets,
wipe droplets completely with a dry cloth, and then leave the tablet device in room temperature until
it gets dry before charging.
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Scenarios
• You can use the tablet device in a kitchen.*
• You can use the tablet device outdoors, such as in a park.*
* If water splashed on the tablet device, wipe it off with a soft dry cloth.