11ENGThe mains lead is attached to the rear of the television.☛ If you have purchased this television in the UnitedKingdom, refer to page 38 for further instructions onplug wiring.1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.➢ The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the TV set andthe frequency is 50 or 60Hz.2 Press the “ ” (ON/OFF) button on the front of the television.Result: The Standby indicator lights up on the front panel.3 Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control to switch thetelevision on.Result: The programme that you were watching last is re-selected automatically.4 To switch your television off, press the “ ” (ON/OFF) button againon the front of the television.Placing Your Television in Standby modeYour television can be placed in Standby mode, in order to reduce:◆ Power consumption◆ Wear of the cathode ray tubeThe Standby mode can be useful when you wish to interruptviewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).The television is placed automatically in Standby mode when youturn it on.1 Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control.Result: The screen is turned off and the Standby indicator onthe front of the television lights up.2 To switch the screen back on, simply press the POWER ( ) buttonagain on the remote control.➣ Do not leave your television in standby mode for longperiods of time (when you are away on holiday, for example).In this case, you should switch it off completely.Switching Your Television On and Off