Pioneer PDP-436FDE - Manual (Page 7)

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CAUTION
PIONEER bears no responsibility for any damage arising from
incorrect use of the product by you or other people,
malfunctions when in use, other product related problems,
and use of the product except in cases where the company
must be liable.
Plasma Display protection function
When still images (such as photos and computer images) stay
on the screen for an extended period of time, the screen will be
slightly dimmed. This is because the protection function of the
Plasma Display automatically adjusts the brightness to protect
the screen when detecting still images; so this does not
designate malfunction. The screen is dimmed when a still
image is detected for about three minutes.
Information of pixel defect
Plasma screens display information using pixels. Pioneer
plasma display panels contain a very large number of pixels.
(Depending on the panel size; over 2.3 million cells in case of a
43 inch display, over 2.9 million pixels in case of a 50 inch
display, over 3.1 million cells in case of a 61 inch display). All
Pioneer display panels are manufactured using a very high
level of ultra-precision technology and undergo individual
quality control.
In rare cases, some pixels can be permanently switched off, or
on, resulting in either a black or coloured pixel permanently
fixed on the screen.
This effect is common to all plasma displays because it is a
consequence of the technology.
If the defective pixels are visible at a normal viewing distance
of between 2.5 and 3.5 meters whilst viewing a normal
broadcast (i.e. not a test card, still image or single colour
display) please contact the supplying dealer.
If, however, they can only be seen close up or during single
colour displays then this is considered normal for this
technology.
Infrared rays
The Plasma Display releases infrared rays because of its
characteristics. Depending on how the Plasma Display is in
use, the remote controls of nearby equipment may be
adversely affected or wireless headphones using infrared rays
are interfered by noise. If this is the case, place that equipment
at a location where its remote control sensor is not affected.
Radio interference
While this product meets the required specifications, it emits a
small amount of noise. If you place such equipment as an AM
radio, personal computer, and VCR close to this product, that
equipment may be interfered. If this happens, place that
equipment far enough from this product.
Plasma Display driving sound
The screen of the Plasma Display is composed of extremely
fine pixels and these pixels emit light according to received
video signals. This principle may make you hear buzz sound or
electrical circuit hamming from the Plasma Display.
Also note that the rotation speed of the cooling fan motor
increases when the ambient temperature of the Media
Receiver becomes high. You may hear the sound of the fan
motor at that time.
Do not attach such items as labels and tape to the
product.
• This may result in the discolouration or scratch of the
cabinet.
When not using the product for a long period of
time
• If you do not use the product for a long period of time, the
functions of the product may be adversely affected. Switch
on and run the product occasionally.
Condensation
• Condensation may take place on the surface or inside of the
product when the product is rapidly moved from a cold place
to a warm place or just after a heater is switched on in winter
morning, for example. When condensation takes place, do
not switch on the product and wait until condensation
disappears. Using the product with condensation may result
in malfunction.
Cleaning the surface of the screen and the glossy
surface of the front cabinet
• When cleaning the surface of the screen or the glossy
surface of the front cabinet, gently wipe it with a dry soft
cloth; the supplied cleaning cloth or other similar cloths
(e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a dusty or hard cloth or
if you rub the screen hard, the surface of the product will be
scratched.
• If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, water
droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting
in malfunction.
Cleaning the cabinet
• When cleaning the cabinet of this product, gently wipe it
with a clean soft cloth (e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a
dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the cabinet hard, the surface
of the cabinet will be scratched.
• The cabinet of this product is mostly composed of plastic. Do
not use chemicals such as benzene or thinner to clean the
cabinet. Using these chemicals may result in quality
deterioration or coating removal.
• Do not expose the product to volatile gas or fluid such as
pesticide. Do not make the product contact with rubber or
vinyl products for a long period of time. The effect of
plasticizer in the plastic may result in quality deterioration or
coating removal.
• If you clean the surface of the cabinet with a wet cloth, water
droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting
in malfunction.
Handles at the rear of the Plasma Display
• Do not remove the handles from the rear of the Plasma
Display.
• When moving the Plasma Display, ask another person for
help and use the handles attached to the rear of the Plasma
Display. Do not move the Plasma Display by holding only a
single handle. Use the handles as shown.
• Do not use the handles to hang the product when installing
or carrying the product, for example. Do not use the handles
for the purpose of preventing the product from tilting over.
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