SONY KLV23HR1
Owner's Manual

Important Safety Instruction
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer�s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Handling the LCD screen
s s Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage the LCD screen. Take care when you place the TV by a window. Do not push on or scratch the LCD screen. Do not place a heavy object on the LCD screen. This may cause the screen to lose uniformity or cause LCD panel malfunctions. If the TV is used in a cold place, a smear may appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The screen returns to normal as the temperature rises to a normal operating level. If a still picture is displayed for a long time, a ghosting may occur for a while. The ghosting will eventually disappear. The LCD panel becomes warm during operation. This is not a malfunction.

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Note on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Please note that the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology. However, black points or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen, and irregular colored stripes or brightness may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)

Handling of Broken Glass and Liquid Crystal Leakage
If the LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, or scattered broken glass may result. Do not touch broken glass or crystalline liquid (which is toxic), with bare hands as cuts or poisoning/skin irritation may occur. Also, do not let glass fragments or leaked crystalline liquid get into your eyes or mouth. Should either contact your eyes or mouth, rinse the contacted area thoroughly with water and consult your doctor.

Fluorescent Lamp
This TV uses a special fluorescent lamp as its light source. If the screen image becomes dark, flickers or does not appear, the fluorescent lamp has run down and should be replaced. For replacement, consult qualified service personnel.

Disposal of the TV
s s Do not dispose of the TV with general household waste. The LCD contains a small amount of liquid crystal and mercury. The fluorescent lamp used in this TV also contains mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

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