Sony KDL-40X2000: Precautions

Handling and cleaning the screen surface/cabinet of

the TV set

Precautions

Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set

from mains socket before cleaning.

Viewing the TV

To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,

• To view the TV comfortably, the recommended viewing

observe the following precautions.

position is from four to seven times the screen’s vertical

• Do not push on the screen, scratch it with a hard object, or

length away from the TV set.

throw anything at it. The screen may be damaged.

• To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct

• Do not touch the display panel after operating the TV set

illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot

continuously for a long period as the display panel

lighting directed down from the ceiling.

becomes hot.

• View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor

• We recommend that the screen surface be touched as little

light or during long period of time, strains your eyes.

as possible.

• To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe

Volume adjustment

gently with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a

• Adjust the volume so as not to trouble your neighbours.

soft cloth slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent

Sound carries very easily at night time. Therefore, closing

solution.

the windows or using headphones is suggested.

• Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner,

• When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid

scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol,

excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.

benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or

maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl

LCD Screen

materials may result in damage to the screen surface and

• Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision

cabinet material.

technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective,

• The ventilation holes can accumulate dust over time. To

black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue,

ensure proper ventilation, we recommend removing the

or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This

dust periodically (once a month) using a vacuum cleaner.

is a structural property of the LCD screen and is not a

• If the angle of the TV set is to be adjusted, steady the base

malfunction.

of the stand with your hand to prevent the TV set from

• Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on

becoming separated from the stand. Be careful not to get

top of this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD

your fingers caught between the TV set and the stand.

screen may be damaged.

• If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in

Optional Equipments

the picture or the picture may become dark. This does not

• Do not install optional components too close to the TV set.

indicate a failure. These phenomena disappear as the

Keep optional components at least 30 cm away from the

temperature rises.

TV set. If a VCR is installed in front of the TV set or

• Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed

beside the TV set, the picture may become distorted.

continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.

• Picture distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV

• The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in

set is positioned in close proximity to any equipment

use. This is not a malfunction.

emitting electromagnetic radiation.

• The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal

and mercury. The fluorescent tube used in this TV set also

contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and

Disposal of the TV set

regulations for disposal.

Disposal of Old Electrical &

Electronic Equipment

(Applicable in the European

Union and other European

countries with separate

collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on

its packaging indicates that this

product shall not be treated as

household waste. Instead it shall

be handed over to the applicable

collection point for the recycling

of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this

product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent

potential negative consequences for the environment and

human health, which could otherwise be caused by

inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling

of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more

detailed information about recycling of this product, please

contact your local Civic Office, your household waste

disposal service or the shop where you purchased the

product.

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