RCA PR42300 User Manual

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThe Cinema Screen monitor is designed and manufacturedto provide long, trouble-free service. No maintenance otherthan cleaning is required. Use a soft dry cloth to clean thepanel. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner toclean the panel surface.The Cinema Screen display panel consists of fine pictureelements (cells). Although the Cinema Screen displaypanels are produced with more than 99.99 percent activecells, there may be some cells that do not produce light orremain lit.For operating safety and to avoid damage to the unit, readcarefully and observe the following instructions.To avoid shock and fire hazards:1. Provide adequate space for ventilation to avoid internalheat build-up. Do not cover rear vents or install in aclosed cabinet or shelves.The unit is equipped with cooling fans. If you installthe unit in an enclosure, be sure there is adequatespace at the top of the unit to allow hot air to rise andescape.If the monitor becomes too hot, the overheat protectorwill be activated and the monitor will be turned off. Ifthis happens, turn off the power to the monitor and un-plug the power cord. If the room where the monitor isinstalled is particularly hot, move the monitor to acooler location, and wait for the monitor to cool for 60minutes.If the problem persists, contact your Cinema Screendealer for service.2. Do not use the power cord plug with extension cordsor outlets unless all prongs can be completely inserted.3. Do not expose unit to water or moisture.4. Avoid damage to the power cord, and do not attemptto modify the power cord.5. Unplug unit during electrical storms or if unit will notbe used over a long period.6. Do not open the unit which has potentially dangeroushigh voltage components inside. If the unit is damagedfrom opening the cabinet the warranty will be void.Moreover, there is a serious risk of electric shock.7. Do not attempt to service or repair the unit. TCE is notliable for any bodily harm or damage caused ifunqualified persons attempt service or open the backcover. Refer all service to authorized Cinema ScreenService Centers.IMPORTANTTIPS: CARING FoRYouRCINEMA SCREEN MONITORTo AVOID DAMAGE AND PROLONG OPERATING LIFE:1, Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply.Continued operation at line voltages greater than 120Volts AC will shorten the life of the unit, and mightcause a fire hazard.2. Handle the unit carefully when installing it.3. Locate set away from heat, excessive dust, and directsunlight.4. Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and smallmetal objects. In case of accident, unplug the unit andhave it serviced by an authorized service center.5. Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causesflaws on the surface of the screen.6. For correct installation and mounting it is stronglyrecommended to use a trained, authorized CinemaScreen dealer.7, Like all phosphor-based display devices, CinemaScreen monitors can be susceptible to unevenphosphor aging under certain circumstances. Certainoperating conditions, such as the continuous display ofa static image over a prolonged period of time, canresult in uneven phosphor aging if proper precautionsare not taken. To protect your investment in this CinemaScreen monitor, please adhere to the followingguidelines and recommendations for minimizing theoccurrence of uneven phosphor aging:Always enable and use your computer's screen saverfunction during use with a computer input source.Display a moving image whenever possible.Always power down the monitor when you arefinished using it.If viewing with a 4/3 aspect ratio for long periods oftime, set side gray level at 3 or 4.IF THE CINEMA SCREEN MONITOR IS IN LONG TERMUSE OR CONTINUOUS OPERATION TAKE THEFOLLOWING MEASURES TO REDUCE THE LIKELIHOODOF UNEVEN PHOSPHOR AGING:Lower the BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST levels asmuch as possible without impairing image readability,Display an image with many colors and colorgradations (i.e. photographic or photo-realistic images).Create image content with minimal contrast betweenlight and dark areas (for example, white characters onblack backgrounds). Use complementary or pastelcolor whenever possible.Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct,sharply defined borders between colors.