Panasonic TH-42PM50U Operating Instructions Manual

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5Safety PrecautionsWARNINGSMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IFACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED.KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHEROBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS ANDPLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROMBEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATINGTHE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.Set upDo not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstablesurfaces.• The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.Do not place any objects on top of the PlasmaDisplay.• If water spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objectsget inside it, a short-circuit may occur which couldresult in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects getinside the Plasma Display, please consult an AuthorizedService Center.Do not cover the ventilation holes.• Doing so may cause the Plasma Display to overheat,which can cause fire or damage to the PlasmaDisplay.If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm)or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or moreat the bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear. Ifusing some other setting-up method, leave a space of3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left andright, and 3/4” (1.9 cm) or more at the rear.Avoid installing this product near electronic equipmentthat is readily affected by electromagnetic waves.• It may cause interference in image, sound, etc. Inparticular, keep video equipment away from thisproduct.AC Power Supply CordThe Plasma Display is designed to operate on 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz.Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generatedwhich could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or thewall socket plate is loose, they should not be used.Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.• Doing so may cause electric shocks.Do not do anything that might damage the power cable.When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug,not the cable.• Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objectson, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefullypull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage tothe power cable which can cause fire or electric shock.If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired atan Authorized Service Center.If the Plasma Display will not be used for a long periodof time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.If problems occur during useIf a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound),or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from thePlasma Display, unplug the power cord immediately.• Continued use of the Display under these conditions mightcause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have theDisplay evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Servicingof the Display by any unauthorized personnel is stronglydiscouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, ifthe Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomesdamaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately.• A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact anAuthorized Service Center for any repairs that need tobe made.CAUTIONThis Plasma Display is for use only with the followingoptional accessories. Use with any other type ofoptional accessories may cause instability which couldresult in the possibility of injury.(All of the following accessories are manufactured byMatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)• Pedestal (included)TY-ST42PX5W (TH-42PM50U)TY-ST50PX5W (TH-50PM50U)• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2UAlways be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.When using the Plasma DisplayDo not bring your hands, face or objects close to theventilation holes of the Plasma Display.• Top of the Plasma Display is usually very hot due to thehigh temperature of exhaust air being released throughthe ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries canhappen if any body parts are brought too close. Placingany object near the top of the Display could also resultin heat damage to the object as well as to the Displayif its ventilation holes are blocked.Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving thePlasma Display.• Moving the Display with its cables attached mightdamage the cables which, in turn, can cause fire orelectric shock.Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as asafety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.• Electric shocks can result if this is not done.Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it frombecoming dusty.• Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humiditywhich might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplugthe cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.This Plasma Display radiates infrared rays; therefore, itmay affect other infrared communication equipment.Install your infrared sensor in a place away from director refl ected light from your Plasma Display.Note:Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extendedperiod, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remainon the Plasma Display.Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computerimages, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.