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WARNING Concerning Stationary Images on the TV
Screen:
Do not leave stationary or letterbox images on the
screen for extended periods of time. This can cause
uneven picture tube aging.
Normal use of the TV should involve showing pictures that con-
tain constantly moving and changing images that fill the screen.
Do not leave non-moving images on the screen for extended
periods of time or display the same images on the screen too
frequently. Subtle ghost images can be left on the picture tube.
Sources of stationary images may be DVDs, laser discs, video
games, CD-i discs, videotapes, digital television boxes, broad-
cast channels, cable channels, satellite channels, and others.
Here are some examples of stationary images. (This is not an
all-inclusive list; you may encounter others in your viewing.)
• DVD menus—listings of DVD content
• Letterbox black bars—shown at the top and bottom of the
TV screen when a wide screen (16:9) movie is viewed on a
TV with a standard (4:3) aspect ratio.
• Video game images and scoreboards
• Television station logos—present a problem if they are
bright and stationary; moving or low-contrast graphics are
less likely to cause uneven aging of the picture tube
• Stock-market tickers—presented at the bottom of the TV
screen
• Shopping channel logos and pricing displays—bright
and show constantly or repeatedly in the same location on the
TV screen.
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LEANING
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LACEMENT OF THE
• To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and
• Be sure to allow a free flow of air to and from the perforated
C
LEANING
• To avoid possible shock hazard, be sure the TV is unplugged
• Regularly dust the TV with a dry, non-scratching duster to
• When cleaning the TV, take care not to scratch or damage the
• Gently wipe the cabinet surfaces with a clean cloth or sponge
• Occasionally vacuum the ventilation holes or slots in the back
• Never use thinners, insecticide sprays, or other chemicals on
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increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where
temperatures can become excessively hot (for example, in
direct sunlight or near a heating appliance).
back cover of the set.
from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
keep the TV clean.
screen surface. Avoid wearing jewelry or using anything
abrasive. Do not use household cleaners. Wipe the front
screen with a clean cloth dampened with water. Use even,
easy, vertical strokes when cleaning.
dampened in a solution of cool, clear water and a mild soap
or detergent. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry the wiped surfaces.
cover of the set.
or near the cabinet, as they might cause permanent marring
of the cabinet finish.
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