Samsung 5 Series User Manual

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English - 2User InstructionsScreen Image retentionDo not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on the plasma monitor panel for morethan 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such imageretention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.HeightThe PDP can normally operate only under 2000m in height. It might abnormally function at a place over 2000m in height so do notinstall and operate there.Heat on the top of the PDP TVThe top side of the product may be hot after long period of use as heat dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upperpart of the product. This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product. However, children should beprevented from touching the upper part of the product.The product is making a ‘cracking’ noise.A ‘cracking’ noise may occur when the product contracts or expands due to a change of surrounding environment such astemperature or humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.Cell DefectsThe PDP uses a panel consisting of 1,230,000(SD-level) to 3,150,000(HD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology toproduce. However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance ofthe product.Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 5°C(41°F)A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Panel.Watching the PDP TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left,right and centre of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or agame console may cause similar effect to the screen. Damages caused by the above effect are not covered bythe Warranty.Afterimage on the Screen.Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial afterimages.To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images.WarrantyWarranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.-Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.-InstallationBe sure to contact an authorized service centre, when installing your set in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures,high humidity, chemical substance and where it operates continually such as the airport, the train station etc. Failure to do so maycause a serious damage to your set.Digital TV Notice1. Functionalities related to Digital TV(DVB) are only available in countries/areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC)digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted or where you have access to a compatible DVB-C(MPEG2 and MPEG4 AAC)cable-TV service. Please check with your local dealer the possibility to receive DVB-T or DVB-C signal.2. DVB-T is the DVB European consortium standard for the broadcast transmission of digital terrestrial television and DVB-Cis that for the broadcast transmission of digital TV over cable.However, some differentiated features like EPG (Electric Program Guide), VOD (Video on Demand) and so on, are notincluded in this specification. So, they cannot be supported at this moment.3. Although this TV set meets the latest DVB-T and DVB-C standards[August,2008], the compatibility with future DVB-T digitalterrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.4. Some cable-TV providers may charge an additional fee for such a service and you may be required to agree to terms andconditions of their business.5. Some Digital TV functions might be unavailable in some countries or regions and DVB-C might not work correctly with allproviders.6. For more information, please contact your local Samsung customer care centre.Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDEIf you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNGcustomer care centre. (See back cover for more informations.)Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.NProduct design and specifications may be changed without notice in order to enhance product performance.© 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.