Sony KDL-V40XBR1 - Manual (Page 7)

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Placement for viewing
It is recommended to watch the TV at a distance of 3 to 7 times that of
the screen height, and in moderate brightness. Watching the TV for too
long or in a dark room will cause eye fatigue.
Optional accessories
Observe the following when installing the TV using a
wall-mount bracket. If the TV is not secured properly,
it may fall and cause injury.
s
Be sure to follow the operating instructions
supplied with the wall-mount bracket when
installing the unit.
s Be sure to attach the brackets supplied with the
wall-mount bracket.
Protruding location
Do not install the TV in protruding locations. If you install the unit in the
following locations, injury may result.
s
Do not install the unit in a location where the unit protrudes, such
as pillars.
s Do not install the unit in a location that may cause injury.
Oils
Do not install this unit in restaurants where oily vapors occur. Dust
absorbing oil may enter into the unit and damage the unit.
Corrosion
Use of this TV near the seashore may subject the set to excessive salt,
corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the TV’s
performance. If the set will be subjected to these conditions, steps should
be taken to reduce the humidity and temperature of the area where the
TV is located.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the TV are provided for necessary ventilation.
To ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
Unless proper ventilation is provided, the unit may
gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation,
observe the following:
s Do not install the unit turned backward or
sideways.
s Do not install the unit turned over or upside
down.
s Never cover the slots and openings with a
cloth or other materials.
s Never block the slots and openings by
placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or
other similar surface.
s Never place the unit in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided.
s Leave some space around the unit. Otherwise, adequate
air-circulation may be blocked causing overheating and cause fire
or damage the unit.
Outdoor use
Do not install this unit outdoors. If the unit is exposed
to rain, it may result in fire or electric shock. If the unit
is exposed to direct sunlight, the unit may heat up and
cause damage to the unit.
Vehicle and ceiling
Do not install this unit in a vehicle or hang from the
ceiling.
Bumping of the vehicle may cause the unit to fall down
and cause injury.
Ship and vessel
Do not install this unit in a ship or vessel. If the unit is
exposed to seawater, it may cause fire or damage the
unit.
When installing the unit on the wall, allow this much space.
15 cm
(6 inches)
30 cm
(11
7 / 8 inches)
10 cm
(4 inches) 10 cm
(4 inches)
When installing the unit using a stand, allow this much space.
30 cm
(11
7 / 8 inches)
10 cm
(4 inches) 10 cm
(4 inches)
10 cm (4 inches)
Never install the unit as follows:
Air circulation is blocked. Air circulation is blocked.
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