Sony BRAVIA KDS-50A3000 Operating Instructions Manual page 5

Electric shock
Do not toucll the AC power cord or the TV wits a wet _*%
hand. If you plug/unplug the AC power cord fkom tile _.__= g. I:
FV with a wet lland, it may cause electric shock. -_
Cleaning
[] Clean tim rear cover area of tile TV regularly. Dust in tim l_ar cover
area may cause a problem with tile cooling system of the TV set.
[] Clean the cabinet of the TV with a dry sof_ cloth.
To remove ,lust from tile screen, wipe it gently > 1----'-'_
with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be
removed witll a clotll slightly d_mlpened witll
solution of mild soap and warm water. Never use
strong solvents such us thinner or benzine fbr cleaning. If tile picture
becomes dark after using tile TV for a long period of time. it may be
necessary ro clean the inside of the TV. Consult quMified service
personnel.
[] Before carrying tile TV= disconnect any accessories or cable_.
KDS-5OA3000 KDS-55A30001
About the TV
Although tlle TV is made with high-precision technology, black dots may
appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantl 3
on tile screen. This is a structured property of the panel and is not a detect.
Installation
[] If direct sunlight or otller strong illumination sllines on tile _Cl_er..
pal* of the screen may appear white due to reflections fi'om behind the
[] Unplug file AC power cord wllen clemfing tiffs unit. _ v ,, screen. Tllis is a structural property of tile TV.
Cleaning tllis unit with a plugged AC power cord _'7_, Do not expose me screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight.
may result in electric shock. 7) _i_i 1 [] The picture quality ma) be aftkcted by your wewmg position. For the
best picture quality, install your TV according to "'Recommended
Viewing Area" on page 9.
On Contamination on the Screen Surface [] WheninstallingyourTVagainstawall. k eepitmleast4inchc-,
1('
cml away from tile wall.
Fbe screen surface has a specM coating to 1educe leflections. To prevent
screen &,mage, clean tim screen as follows:
Projection Lamp
[] Cleantllescreenwitllasoficloth. [] YourTVusesaproiectionlanlpasitslightsource. ltistimetoreplace
[] To remove llard contaminatior:, u_e a cloth moistened witll a solution the lamp wits a new one (not supplied) wllen:
of mild detergent and water. Do not spray cleaning solution directl 3 * the message, "Projection lamp is nearing end of life. Plea_
onto the TV. It should only be sprayed
to moistcn
tile cleaning clofll.
V- Do not use any type of abrasive pad. alkMine cleaner, acid cleaner.
scouring powder, chemical cloth, or solvent sucll as alcohoh benzene
or thinner, as these may scratch tile screen's coating.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Do not attempt to service tile set by yourself since l
opening tile cabinet may expose you to dangerous _'s@ _
voltage or other hazards. _'_"
Unplug the set from tile wall outlet mid refer servicing to
qualified seiwice _er_onnel.
replace the lamp?' appears on the screen.
•
the lamp r_placenmnt indicator on the Ibm[ panel blinks in red.
• scl'een iillages become dark¸
• no image appears on _e display afier prolonged use.
[] In rare instances. _e bulb may pop inside _e lmnp unit. but _e l_n I
unit is designed _ contain all of broken glass pieces inside _e lamlc
unfi_ See "Replacing _e Lamp" on page 44. I
[] When _e lamp eventually burns out, you may hear a noticeable pol:
sound. This is normM and is inherent in this Type oilamp
Cooling Fans
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are l_quired, be sure tile service tcclmiciml
certifies in writing that lie has used replacement paris specified by the
manufilcturer tllat have tile sanle cllaract_ristics as tile original par_s.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire. electric shock or other
hazards.
See "Replacing tile Lamp" on page 44.
For Safety
Be Careful When Moving the
TV
When you place tile TV ill position, be careful
nor ro drop it on your foot or lingers.
Watch your looting while inst,lling tlle TV.
Carry the TV in the Specified
Man her
Tlfis TV uses cooling thns. You real hear tile noise of tbns running
depending on file placement of your rv. The noise may be more
noticeable durin_ me night or wllen tile background noise level is low.
Disposal o! Used Batteries
T( presmwe _ ur environment, dispose of used batteries according m your
local laws or r_ ulations.
For Customers in the United States
Lamp in this product contains mercut2¢.Disposal of
these materials may be regulated due [o
environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling infolTnation, please confacf your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance
(http:llwww.e tae.org).
If you carry the TV in a lnanller oilier tllan file specified manner and
wi_out lbe specified nmnber of persons, it may drop and a serious i_ury
may be caused. Be sm'e TO follow tile instructions mentioned below.
[] Carry _e TV with the specified nmnber of pel_ons (see page 8 ....
[] Hold _e TV tightly wllen carrying it.