Handling The Lcd Screen; Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Screen; Keeping The Lcd Screen In Good Condition; Small Fluorescent Tube - Pioneer AVIC-X3 Operation Manual

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• If you notice smoke, a strange noise or
smell from the navigation system, or any
other abnormal signs on the LCD screen,
turn off the power immediately and con-
sult your dealer or the nearest authorised
PIONEER Service Station. Using this navi-
gation system in this condition may result
in permanent damage to the system.
• Do not disassemble or modify this naviga-
tion system, as there are high-voltage
components inside which may cause an
electric shock. Be sure to consult your
dealer or the nearest authorised PIONEER
Service Station for internal inspection,
adjustments or repairs.

Handling the LCD screen

• When the LCD screen is subjected to direct
sunlight for a long period of time, it will
become very hot, resulting in possible damage
to the LCD screen. When not using this naviga-
tion system, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight
as much as possible.
• The LCD screen should be used within the tem-
perature ranges shown below.
– Operating temperature range: –10 °C to
+50 °C
– Storage temperature range: –20 °C to
+80 °C
• Do not use the LCD screen at temperatures
higher or lower than the operating temperature
range because the LCD screen may not oper-
ate normally and the LCD screen can be dam-
aged.
• The LCD screen is exposed in order to increase
its visibility within the vehicle. Please do not
press strongly on it as this may damage it.
• Do not push the LCD screen with excessive
force as this may scratch it.
• Never touch the LCD screen with anything
besides your finger when operating the Touch
Panel functions. The LCD screen can scratch
easily. (The stylus is supplied for special cali-
brations. Do not use the stylus for normal oper-
ation.)
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Liquid crystal display (LCD)
screen
• If the LCD screen is near the vent of an air con-
ditioner, make sure that air from the air condi-
tioner is not blowing on it. Heat from the heater
may break the LCD screen, and cool air from
the cooler may cause moisture to form inside
the navigation unit, resulting in possible dam-
age. Also, if the LCD screen is cooled down by
the air conditioner, the LCD screen may
become dark or the life span of the small fluo-
rescent tube used in the LCD screen may be
shortened.
• Small black dots or white dots (bright dots)
may appear on the LCD screen. These are due
to the characteristics of the LCD screen and do
not indicate a problem with the LCD screen.
• At low temperatures, the LCD screen may be
dark for a while after the power is turned on.
• The LCD screen will be difficult to see if it is
exposed to direct sunlight.
• When using a mobile phone, keep the aerial of
the mobile phone away from the LCD screen to
prevent disruption of the video with distur-
bances such as spots or coloured stripes.
Keeping the LCD screen in good
condition
• When removing dust from the LCD screen or
cleaning the LCD screen, first turn the system
power off, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• When wiping the LCD screen, take care not to
scratch the surface. Do not use harsh or abra-
sive chemical cleaners.

Small fluorescent tube

• A small fluorescent tube is used inside the dis-
play to illuminate the LCD screen.
– The fluorescent tube should last for approxi-
mately 10 000 hours, depending on operat-
ing conditions. (Using the navigation unit at
low temperatures reduces the service life of
the fluorescent tube.)
– When the fluorescent tube reaches the end
of its useful life, the LCD screen will be dark
and the image will no longer be projected. If
this happens, consult your dealer or the
nearest authorised Pioneer service station.