English - © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.User Instructions Screen Image retentionDo not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on theplasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This imageretention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree ofbrightness 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 placeover 2000m in height so do not install 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 panelthrough the vent hole in the upper part of the product. This is normal and does not indicate any defector operation failure of the product. However, children should be prevented from touching the upperpart 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 surroundingenvironment such as temperature 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 requiresophisticated technology to produce. However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen.These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the 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 tracesof borders displayed on the left, right and centre of the screen caused by thedifference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or a game consolemay cause similar effect to the screen. Damages caused by the above effect arenot covered by the Warranty. Afterimage on the Screen.Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time mayproduce partial afterimages. To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ whendisplaying still images. Warranty- Warranty 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 heavydust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, chemical substance and where it operates continuallysuch as the airport, the train station etc. Failure to do so may cause a serious damage to your set.