important Safety instructions18) If an outside antenna is connected to the EXA_,_PLEOFANTENNAtelevision equipment, be sure the antenna system GROUNDINGA£ PER(_'_EO)is grounded so as to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and built up staticcharges In the US. Selection 810-21 of theNational Electrical Code provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure grounding of the lead-in wireto an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of antenna discharge unit,connection to grounding electrodes, andrequirements for the grounding electrode.17) An outside antenna system should not be located ELECTRODESYSTEMin the vicinity of overhead power lines or other (NECART250,PARTH)electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing anoutside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuitsas contact with them might be fatal,18)Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions:a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayedb If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.c If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.d, If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of othercontrols may result in damage and wB often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restorethe LCD TV to normal operation.e If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged,f. When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service19) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified bythe manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock, or other hazards20)WARNHG: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COS[vIETIOS, ETC.} ABOVE THESET. (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC,)21) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OROTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE,! Hmpou'tanfrHnfm'maBm_Regarding Use of Video Games, Computm's, Capfriose m' Other Fixed HmageDispHays.The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent "shadow image" on the LCD panel,This beckground image is viewable oR normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image, This type ofirreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:A. Reduce tbe brightness / contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.! This product utilizse tiu_-lsedselbeu',and has a fllnm'seueu_tlamp eou_taiu_inga small amount of mercury. Disposal ofthese materials may be rsgula_;d in your community due Nosnviromnsntal coseidemfrioue. Fro'disposal or reDyclingiu_fm'matim_please contact your flocaflauthm'itise, m' the EIsetrm_iue h_duetu'iseAflHiance:www.sise.org_3