Sony KDE-P37XS1 Operating Instructions Manual page 9

On image
• Please note that the PDP (Plasma Display Panel) screen is made with high-precision technology. However, black
points or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the PDP screen, and irregular
coloured stripes or brightness may appear on the PDP screen. This is not a malfunction.
• With extensive use of this TV set in 4:3 mode, the 4:3 screen area might become darker within a 16:9 panel. To
avoid this problem, the "Smart" picture mode should be used (see page 26).
On image retention
• If the following images are displayed for an extended period time, image retention (afterimage) in areas of the
screen may result due to the characteristics of the Plasma Display Panel.
– Black bars at the top and bottom that appear with a wide video source (Letterbox picture).
– Black bars to the left and right that appear with a 4:3 video source (conventional TV broadcasts).
– Video game sources
– PC images
– DVD on-screen menu displays
– On-screen menus, channel numbers, etc., of connected equipment such as Set top box, Cable modem, VCR,
etc.
The risk of this is higher if the set is in "Live" mode or has a high contrast setting. This image cannot be
removed once burnt onto the screen. To avoid the risk of image retention do not leave the TV set operating
on such a picture, or programme for a long time, use the "Screen Saver" function (page 28) or lower the
contrast setting. Repeated extended daily usage of the same image, or programme can also result in this
occurrence. IMAGE RETENTION IS NOT COVERED BY THE SONY WARRANTY.
• To reduce image retention, this TV set has the "Screen Saver" function. The default setting of the "Orbit"
function in "Screen Saver" is "On" (page 28.)
• The "Screen Saver" function prevents and reduces image retention. For details see page 28.
On altitude
• When used at an altitude of greater than 2300m or 7546 feet (air pressure less than 760hPa), this Plasma TV may
generate a low buzzing sound as a result of the difference between the interior and exterior air pressure of the
panels. This is not considered a defect and is not covered under by the Sony Warranty. This buzzing sound is an
inherent characteristic of any Plasma Display Panel.
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Precautions