SCREEN BURN● It is not recommended to keep a certain still imagedisplayed on screen for a long time as well as displayingextremely bright images on screen. This may cause aburning (sticking) phenomenon on the screen of cathode-raytube. This problem does not occur as far as displayingnormal video playback motion images. PRECAUTIONS● Use only the power source specified on the unit.(120 V/ AC, 60 Hz)● Keep flammable material, water, and metal objects awayfrom the unit – especially the interior of the unit.● This unit incorporates high voltage circuitry.For your own safety and that of your equipment, do notattempt to modify or disassemble this monitor.There are no user-serviceable parts inside.● Video or audio signals cannot be input to this monitorwithout optional input cards.● In these instructions, all explanations (except where noted)refer to the BT-H1700P with input cards installed. HANDLING● Avoid shocks or vibrations. These may damage the unit andcause it to malfunction.● Do not block the ventilation slots.● Do not expose this unit to high temperatures.Extended exposure to direct sunlight or a heater coulddeform the cabinet or cause the performance of internalcomponents to deteriorate.● Do not place the unit near appliances generating strongelectric or magnetic fields. There can generate picture noiseand instability.● Keep the monitor clean by wiping the cabinet and CRTscreen with a piece of soft cloth. Do not apply thinner orbenzine. These chemicals can damage the finish and eraseprinted letters. When the unit is excessively dirty, use adiluted neutral cleanser, then wipe away the cleanser with adry cloth.DEGAUSS● Do not use a magnet eraser to degauss the monitor’scathode ray tube from the outside. Doing so may distort itsaperture grill and cause a malfunction.In order to prevent any fatal accidents caused bymisoperation or mishandling the monitor, be fully aware of allthe following precautions.WARNINGSTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose thismonitor to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltagesare present inside the unit. Do not remove the backcover of the cabinet. When servicing the monitor,contrast qualified service personnel. Never try toservice it yourself.WARNING : THIS APPARATUSMUST BE EARTHED.2Improper operations, in particular alternation of highvoltage or changing the type of tube may result in x-rayemission of considerable dose. A unit altered in such away no longer meets the standards of certification, andmust therefore no longer be operated.This monitor is equipped with a 3-blade grounding-typeplug to satisfy FCC rule. If you are unable to insert theplug into the outlet, contact your electrician.FCC NOTICE (U.S.A. only)CAUTION: Changes or modifications not approved byPANASONIC could void the user’s authority to operate theequipment.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference when the equipment is operated in acommercial environment. This equipment generates,uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instructionmanual, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. Operation of this equipment in aresidential area is likely to cause harmful interference inwhich case the user will be required to correct theinterference at his own expense.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS