THOMSON ITC008 Owner's Manual

ITC008_en 3/03/03 16:33

About this manual

This manual is common to several TV models.
Therefore, the model you bought may not support
some of the functions or settings described
hereinafter.
About the On/Off switch
The position of the ON/OFF switch A
depending on the model. It may be located on the
front or on the right-hand side of your set (see the
drawing inside the cover page of your manual).

For your safety

To ensure your own safety and safe operation of
the equipment, observe the following instructions
thoroughly.
TV sets require sufficient ventilation to prevent their
components from overheating, which will cause
failure. Do not block the ventilation openings at the
rear. If you place your TV set in a special piece of
furniture, make sure there is enough space for
unhindered air circulation. Do not place the TV set in
the close vicinity of a heater.
The TV set has been designed for use in dry rooms.
Should you use it, in exceptional circumstances in the
open air (example: on the balcony, in the veranda or
tent), you must absolutely protect it against moisture
(dew, rain, splash water).
The appliance should not be in contact with liquids or
exposed to the risk of dripping or splashing.
Therefore be careful not to place any object
containing a liquid (vase, glass, bottle,...) on or near
your appliance.
Before switching on a cold TV set in a warm room,
you should wait until any condensation in the screen
has dried by itself.
Maximum ambient temperature: 35°.
Maximum humidity: 85%.
In the evening, after TV programmes or in case of a
long absence, it is recommended to turn of the
apparatus at the main switch. Even when the On/Off
switch is in the "Off" position and even though it
does not consume any current, the television is not
completely separated from the mains supply. In order
to completely disconnect, it is necessary to unplug
the mains plug.
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The mains plug must be easily accessible.
In the following cases, we recommend that you pull
out the mains connector:
1. During a thunderstorm. In such a case, it is
advisable that you also disconnect the TV set from
the aerial socket.
2. When odour or smoke emanates from the set.
Never attempt to open your TV set yourself.
A , differs Further information:
The TV set shielding is sufficient to prevent X-
radiation to the exterior.
Any operation performed by a non skilled person,
change of high voltage or replacement of the picture
tube by a model not complying with the manufacturer
specification are likely to cause considerable increase
in X-radiation.
A TV set modified in such a way no longer complies
with the manufacturers' specification and must not be
used.
The screen is to be cleaned with liquid glass cleaners.
• Never use abrasive products.
• Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth soaked with
neutral cleaner. Do not use solvents, such as white
spirit or alcohol-based cleaning products since they
may damage your television.
• At regular intervals, clean the ventilation grids at
the rear of the TV set.
The terrestrial magnetic field may have an influence
on your TV set. This influence is revealed by the
coloured spots, which appear on the screen.
Should this be the case:
• Turn the equipment off by means of the On/Off-
switch.
• Wait about one hour before switching the set on
again.
This procedure performs automatic degaussing of the
screen. Should there still be coloured spots on the
screen, repeat the operation.
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About cleaning

About degaussing