Notes; Maintenance - Panasonic Viera TX-P42U20E Operating Instructions Manual

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When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
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Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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When the TV is not going to be used for a
long period of time, remove the mains plug
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This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as
long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
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Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or
downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
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Allow sufficient space around the TV for
radiated heat
Minimum distance
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Notes

Do not display a still picture for a
long time
This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen
("image retention").
This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered
by the warranty.
Typical still images
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Channel number and other logos
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Image displayed in 4:3 mode
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Video game
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Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent
or no operations are performed. (p. 64)

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Regular care:
Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or
fingerprints.
For stubborn dirt:
Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then wring
the cloth and wipe the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.
Caution
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Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard. This may cause scratches on the surface.
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Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to water or detergent. A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.
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Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances. This may
degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint.
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Take care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard objects.
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Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This may
degrade surface quality.
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.
Caution
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When using the pedestal,
keep the space between
the bottom of the TV and
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the surface where the TV
is set.
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In case of using
(cm)
Wall-hanging bracket,
follow the manual of it.
Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal
Mains plug
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Do not block the rear air vents
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Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table
cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating,
fire or electrical shock.
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Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
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Do not apply strong force or
impact to the display panel
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This may cause damage resulting in injury.
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The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2
or more people. Support as shown to
avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.
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Auto power standby function
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The TV will automatically go to Standby mode in
the following conditions:
• no signal is received and no operation is
performed for 30 minutes in Analogue TV mode
• "Off Timer" is active in the Setup Menu (p. 17)
• no operation is performed for the period
selected in "Auto Standby" (p. 31)
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This function does not affect Timer Programming.
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Keep the TV away from these types
of equipment
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Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV. (Electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound.)
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Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays. (This may affect
operation of other equipment.)
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