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Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2) Warranty card
Power Cord Service Network Card
Wall Mount kit Safety Guide
Owners Instructions Registration Cards

How to Adjust the Stand

1. Place the front of the TV onto a soft cloth or cushion on a table as in Figure (1). - Align the TV bottom along the table edge. 2. Press on the center of the TV back. Adjust the stand as in Figure (2) while pressing the PUSH button on the back of the stand. 3. Place the TV on the table so that the TV sits safely. PUSH button
When you adjust the stand, press the PUSH" button on the back of the stand.
How to Adjust the Angle of the TV
(1) Angle adjustment when using the TV on its stand.
(2) Angle adjustment when converting from Stand to Wall mount (1 3, 3 1)
(3) Angle adjustment when LCD TV is wall-mounted
1. Figure (1) shows the adjustment angle (0~13) when you use the LCD on its stand. Excessive tilting can turn the LCD TV over which may cause damage. 2. Figure (2) shows the adjustment angle (13~80) when you convert the LCD from stand-based use to wall-mount. 3. Figure (3) shows the adjustment angle (0~10) when you mount the LCD TV to a wall.
You will hear a Click sound when changing the angle from 1 to 2 or 3 to 2. English-2
Installing the Wall Mount Kit
Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall. For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the Wall Mount items. Contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mounted bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the TV on your own.
Installing VESA compliant mounting devices
Mounting pad (sold separately)

PUSH button

LW15M2/LW17M2

LW20M2

1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Adjust the stand, pressing the "PUSH" button on the back of the stand. 3. Align the mounting interface pad (not supplied) with the holes in the stand bottom and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases (not supplied).

Viewing the Control Panel
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. POWER Press to turn the TV on and off. Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the buttons as you use the and buttons on the remote control. (Without the Remote Control, You can turn on TV by using the Channel buttons.) Press to decrease or increase the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the buttons as you use the and buttons on the remote control. MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TVs features. SOURCE Toggles between all the available input sources (TV - Ext. - AV - S-Video - PC). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTER button on the remote control. (Headphone Jack) Connect a set of external headphones to this jack for private listening. Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in stand-by mode. Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. Speakers English-3
Viewing the Connection Panel
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.

Power Input

Whenever you connect an external device to your TV, make sure that power on the unit is turned off. When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable.

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Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following sources: - An outdoor aerial / A cable television network / A satellite network Connecting External A/V Devices - Connect RCA (optional) or S-VIDEO cable (optional) to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder. - Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to L - AUDIO - R on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device. Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD - Connect the VCR or DVD SCART cable (optional) to the SCART connector of the VCR or DVD. - If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and VCR (or DVD), you should connect the Set-Top Box to the VCR (or DVD) and connect the VCR (or DVD) to your set. Connecting Computer - Connect the D- Sub cable (optional) to PC IN on the rear of your set and the other end to the Video Card of your computer. - Connect the stereo audio cable (optional) to PC AUDIO IN on the rear of your set and the other end to Audio Out of the sound card on your computer. Kensington Lock - The Kensington lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public place. - If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. - The place of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.

Viewing the Remote Control
Television Standby button Number buttons for direct channel access One/Two-digit channel selection : Volume increase : Volume decrease Temporary sound switch-off Selects the TV mode directly Displays the main on-screen menu Sound effect selection Previous channel P P : Next channel : Previous channel Teletext Functions Teletext hold Exit from the teletext display Teletext index Teletext sub page Teletext display/mix both teletext information and the normal broadcast Fastext topic selection P P : Teletext next page : Teletext previous page
Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF) Teletext reveal Teletext store Teletext size selection
Available source selection Use to see information on the current broadcast Exit the on-screen menu Control the cursor in the menu Automatic Power-off Picture effect selection Sound mode selection
The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light. For details, refer to further instructions. English-5
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
1. 2. 3. Slide the cover out completely. Install two AAA size batteries.
Make sure to match the + and ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

Replace the cover.

Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you wont be using the remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.) If the remote control doesnt work, check the following: 1. Is the TV power on? 2. Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed? 3. Are the batteries drained? 4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged? 5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?

Switching On and Off

The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. 1. 2. 3. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.
The standby indicator lights up on the lower-right panel.

Press the POWER

button on the lower-right panel. / ) button on the remote control or
The programme that you were watching last is reselected automatically.
Press the numeric button (0~9) or channel up/down ( button on the lower-right panel.
When you switch the set on for the very first time, you will be asked to choose language in which the menus are to be displayed.
To switch your set off, press the POWER

button again.

Placing Your Television in Standby Mode
Your set can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. The standby mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example). 1. 2. Press the POWER button on the remote control. , numeric buttons (0~9) or channel

The screen is turned off and a standby indicator appears on the lower-right panel.
To switch your set back on, simply press the POWER up/down ( / ) button again.
Do not leave your set in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on holiday, for example). It is best to unplug the set from the mains and aerial.

Plug & Play

When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. 1. 2. 3. Press the POWER button on the remote control. The message Start Plug & Play is displayed with OK selected. Select the appropriate language by pressing the or Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice. button.
The message Check antenna input. is displayed with OK selected. Press the ENTER button.
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Select the appropriate country by pressing the or Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

button.

The Auto Store menu is displayed with the Start selected. Press the ENTER button.
The channel search will start and end automatically. After all the available channels are stored, the Clock Set menu appears. Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.
Press the ENTER button. or Select the Hour or Minute by pressing the button. or Set the Hour or Minute by pressing the button.
You can also set the hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

Press the ENTER

button to confirm your setting.
Language: Select your language. Country: Select your country. Auto Store: Automatically scans for and stores channels available in the local area. Clock Set: Sets the current time for the TV clock.
If you want to reset this feature. 1. 2. 3. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Setup, then press the ENTER Press the or button to select Plug & Play, then press the ENTER button. This will change or reset the settings. button.
Storing Channels Automatically
You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. However, you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Country. button. Select the appropriate country by pressing the or Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice. Press the or button to select Auto Store, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button.

The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process and return to the Channel menu.

2. 3. 4. 5.

After all the available channels are stored, the Sort menu appears.

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Storing Channels Manually
You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: Whether or not to store each of the channels found. The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Manual Store, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Programme. To assign a programme number to a channel, find the correct number by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Colour System, then press the ENTER button. Select the colour standard required by pressing the then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Sound System, then press the ENTER button. Select the sound standard required by pressing the then press the ENTER button. or button, or button,

2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

If there is an abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.
If you know the number of the channel to be stored, press the or button to select Channel. Press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the or button. Press the button to select channel. Select the required number by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button.
Channel mode: P (Programme mode) C (Air channel mode) S (Cable channel mode)
10. If you do not know the channel numbers, press the or button to select Search. Press the ENTER Search by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button. 11. Press the or button to select Store, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select OK, then press the ENTER 12. Repeat steps 3 to 11 for each channel to be stored.
Programme: Selects a program number for the channel. Colour System: Sets the colour supporting system. Sound System: Sets the sound supporting system. Channel: Selects a channel. Search: Scans for the frequency value for the channel. Store: Saves your settings.

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Editing the Channels
You can exclude the channels you chose from the channels you scanned. When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning. 1. 2. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that will be added or deleted. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Add/Delete, then press the ENTER button. Repeatedly pressing the ENTER channel and delete channel. Press the P or P then repeat above. button will alternate between add

3. 4. 5. 6.

buttons to switch to the appropriate channel,
Press the EXIT button to exit.
You can view any channel (including an erased channel) by using the number buttons on the remote control.
Sorting the Stored Channels
You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to: Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been automatically stored. Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often. 1. 2. 3. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Sort, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select From. Press the or until the channel number that you wish to change is displayed. Press the ENTER button. button or button to
Press the or button to select To, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button until the new number by which you wish to identify the channel is displayed. Press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Store, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select OK, then press the ENTER
The selected channel is exchanged with the one previously stored to the chosen number.
Repeat steps 3 to 5 for another channel to be sorted. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Assigning Channels Names
Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information is broadcast. These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Name, then press the ENTER button. If necessary, select the channel to be assigned to a new name by pressing the or button. Press the ENTER button.
To. Select a letter, number or symbol Move on the next letter Move back the previous letter Confirm the name Then. Press the Press the Press the or button button button button

button to

The characters available are : Letters of the alphabet (A~Z) Numbers (0~9) Special characters ( -, space) 5. 6. Repeat steps 3 to 4 for each channel to be assigned to a new name. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Fine Tuning Channel Reception
Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1. 2. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that you want to fine tune. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Fine Tune, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to adjust the fine tuning. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Changing the Colour Tone
You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eyes. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Picture, then press the ENTER button. or button to
Press the or button to select Colour Tone, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select the desired colour tone setting. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Cool 2: Makes the colour temperature bluer than Cool 1 menu. Cool 1: Makes whites bluish. Normal: Keeps whites white. Warm1: Makes whites reddish. Warm2: Makes the colour temperature redder than Warm1 menu.
Changing the Sound Standard
You can select the type of the special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Sound, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Mode. Press the or button to select the desired sound effect. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit. or button to
You can also select these options by simply pressing the S.MODE button on the remote control.
Standard: Selects the normal sound mode. Speech: Emphasizes voices over other sounds.
Adjusting the Volume Automatically
Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. This feature let you automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Sound, then press the ENTER button. or button to
Press the or button to select Auto Volume, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select On or Off. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Setting and Displaying the Current Time
You can set the TVs clock so that the current time is displayed when you press the INFO button. You must also set the time if you wish to use the automatic On/Off timers. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER Press the ENTER
To. Move to Hour or Minute Set the Hour or Minute Press the ENTER button.
button to select Time. button to select Clock Set.
Press the. or or button. button.
If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. You can also set hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

Setting the Sleep Timer

You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to standby mode. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Time. or button to
Press the or button to select Sleep Timer, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button repeatedly until the desired time appears (Off, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180). Press the ENTER button.
The TV automatically switches to standby mode when the timer reaches 0.
Press the SLEEP button on the remote control repeatedly until the appropriate time interval appears.

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Switching the Television On and Off Automatically
You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will: Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select. Switch off automatically at the time you select. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Time. or button to
Press the or button to select On Timer, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to adjust Hour, then press the button to move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above. When finished, press the ENTER button to return. Press the or button to select Off Timer, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to adjust Hour, then press the button to move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above. When finished, press the ENTER button to return. Press the EXIT button to exit.
The first step is to set the televisions clock. (refer to Setting and Displaying the Current Time on page 13) You can also set hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control. The "Activation" setting must be set to "On" in order for the timers to work.

Choosing Your Language

When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. 1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the or button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Language, then press the ENTER button. Select a particular language by pressing the Press the ENTER button.
You can choose one of 12 languages.

button repeatedly.

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Setting the Blue Screen Mode
If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue Screen" mode to "Off". 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select Blue Screen then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select On or Off. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit. or button to

To display. Both teletext information and the normal broadcast Hidden text (answers to quiz games, for example) The normal screen A secondary page, by entering its 4-digit number The next page The previous page Double-size letters in the: Upper half of the screen Lower half of the screen Normal screen Press the. TTX/MIX ( INFO ( INFO ( ) ) ) )
DUAL I-II ( P P ( ( ( ) Once Twice Three times ) )
Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page
The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control. 1. 2. 3. 4. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX ( ) button. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select (The available topics are listed on the status information line). Press the Red button to display the previous page. Press the Green button to display the next page. Press the TV ( ) button again to exit from the Text display.

Storing Teletext Pages

You can store up to four teletext pages to display them later at leisure. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Select the LIST mode using the SOURCE (

The SOURCE (

) button.
) button is used to switch between the LIST and FLOF modes.
Press the coloured button corresponding to the page that will be replaced. Enter the new page number using the numeric buttons. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each page to be stored, using a different coloured button each time. Press the SLEEP (

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) button until the corresponding blocks blink.
Setting up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)
The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. The actual screens on your PC may be different depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) 1. 2. 3. 4. First, click on Control Panel on the Windows start menu. When the control panel window appears, click on Appearance and Themes and a display dialog-box will appear. When the control panel window appears, click on Display and a display dialog-box will appear. Navigate to the Settings tab on the display dialog-box. The correct size setting (resolution): Optimum LW15M2: 1024 X 768 LW17M2: 1280 X 1024 LW20M2: 640 X 480 If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display settings dialog box, the correct value is 60 or 60 Hz. Otherwise, just click OK and exit the dialog box.

Display Modes

Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The resolutions in the table are recommended. (All resolutions between the supported limits are supported)
Mode VGA LW15M2/ LW17M2/ LW20M2 VGA LW15M2/ LW17M2/ LW20M2 SVGA LW15M2/ LW17M2/ XGA LW15M2/ LW17M2 SXGA LW17M2 Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 31.469 31.469 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.087 59.940 Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) 28.322 25.175 Sync Polarity (H/V) -/+ -/-

720X400 640X480

640X480

37.500

75.000

31.500

800X600 800X600

46.875 37.879

75.000 60.317

49.500 40.000

+/+ +/+
1024X768 1024X768 1280X1024 1280X1024
48.363 60.023 63.981 79.976
60.004 75.029 60.020 75.025
65.000 78.750 108.000 135.000

-/+/+ +,- / -,+ +/+

The interlace mode is not supported. The set might operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.

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Setting the PC
Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock): The purpose of picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (coarse) and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of screen. 1. 2. Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select PC, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Image Lock. Press the or button to select Coarse or Fine, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to adjust the screen quality. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Changing the Image Position (Position): Adjust the PCs screen positioning if it does not fit the TV screen. 1. 2. 3. Follow the Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock) instructions number 1 to 3. Press the or button to select Position, then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to adjusting the Vertical-Position. Press the or button to adjust the Horizontal-Position. Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Initializing the Image Settings (Image Reset): You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. 1. 2. 3. Follow the Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock) instructions number 1 to 3. Press the or button to select Image Reset, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically (Auto Adjustment): Auto adjustment allows the PC screen of set to self-adjust to the incoming PC video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. 1. 2. 3. Follow the Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock) instructions number 1 to 3. Press the or button to select Auto Adjustment, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel
No sound or picture Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket. Check that you have pressed the POWER buttons on the lower-right panel. Check the picture contrast and brightness settings. Check the volume. Check the volume. Check whether the MUTE button has been pressed on the remote control.
Normal picture but no sound No picture or black and white picture Sound and picture interference Blurred or snowy picture, distorted sound Remote control malfunctions
Adjust the colour settings. Check that the broadcast system selected is correct. Try to identify the electrical appliance that is affecting the set and move it further away. Plug your set into a different mains socket. Check the direction, location and connections of your aerial. This interference is often due to the use of an indoor aerial. Replace the remote control batteries. Clean the upper edge of the remote control (transmission window). Check the battery terminals. Check that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or video sources. Check that the PC or video sources are turned on. Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the video adaptor. Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes.
Check signal cable. message is displayed. On PC mode, Not Supported Mode. message is displayed.

The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. - Do not cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. - Do not block the slots and openings by placing this apparatus on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. - Do not place this apparatus in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. Do not place this apparatus near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Do not place sources of heat on this apparatus, such as a candles, ash trays, incense or other similar items. Do not place a water containing vessel on this apparatus, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Do not expose this apparatus to rain or place it near water(near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool etc.). If this appratus accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact an authorized dealer immediately. You can clean this apparatus with damp cloth when necessary, but be sure to unplug the apparatus first. Do not expose this apparatus to extreme temperature conditions or to extreme humidity conditions. This appratus use batteries. In your community there might be regulations that require you to dispose of these batteries properly under environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information. To cut off the power source, unplug this apparatus from the wall outlet. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or adaptors beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock. Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plug end, adaptors and the point where they exit from the appliance. To protect this apparatus from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power line surges. Before connecting the AC power cord to the DC adaptor outlet, make sure the voltage designation of the DC adaptor corrsponds to the local electrical supply. Never insert anything metallic into the open parts of this apparatus. Doing so many create a danger of electric shock. To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of this apparatus. Only a qualified technician should open this apparatus. Be sure to hold the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting this apparatus from an electric socket. Locate this apparatus near an easily acessible AC outlet. If this appratus does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service center. Unplug this apparatus from the AC outlet before any service. Be sure to pull the power plug out of the outlet if the TV is to remain unused or if you are to leave the house for an extended period of time (especially when children, elderly or disabled people will be left alone in the house). - Accumulated dust can cause an electric shock, an electric leakage or a fire by causing the power cord to generate sparks and heat or the insulation to deteriorate. Be sure to contact an authorized service center, when installing your set in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as the airport, the train station etc. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your set.