Philips 46pfl8605k User Manual

1.2.3      Positioning  the  TV
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Carefully read the safety precautions before positioning
the TV.
• Position the TV where light does not shine directly on the
screen.
• Dim lighting conditions in the room for best Ambilight
effect.
• Position the TV up to 25 cm away from the wall for the
best Ambilight effect.
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1.2.3      Viewing  distance
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Position the TV at the ideal viewing distance. Get more
from HD TV picture or any picture without straining your
eyes. Find the 'sweet spot', right in front of the TV, for the
best possible TV experience and relaxed viewing. The ideal distance to watch TV from is three times its
diagonal screen size. When seated, your eyes should be
level with the centre of the screen.
 

1.2.4      Safety
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Make sure you have read and understood all instructions
before using your TV. The warranty becomes invalid if any
damage is caused by failure to follow instructions.
Risk of electric shock or fire!
• Never expose the TV or remote control to rain, water or
excessive heat. • Never place liquid containers, such as vases, near the TV.
If liquids are spilt on or into the TV, disconnect the TV from
the power outlet immediately. Contact Philips Consumer
Care to have the TV checked before...

1.2.4      Safety
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• Never place the TV, remote control or batteries near
naked flames or other heat sources, including direct
sunlight.
• Keep candles and other naked flames away from this
product at all times.
• Never insert objects into the ventilation slots or other
openings on the TV. • Ensure power plugs do not come under heavy force.
Loose power plugs can cause arcing and are a fire hazard.
• Never place the TV or any objects on the power cord.
• When disconnecting the power cord, always pull...

1.2.4      Safety
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Risk of injury or damage to the TV!
• Two people are required to lift and carry a TV that weighs
more than 25 kg.
• If you mount the TV on a stand, only use the supplied
stand. Secure the stand to the TV tightly. Place the TV on a
flat, level surface that can support the weight of the TV. • When mounting the TV on a wall, ensure that the
wall mount can safely bear the weight of the TV set.
Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. bears no responsibility
for improper wall mounting that...

1.2.4      Safety
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Risk of injury to children!
Follow these precautions to prevent the TV from toppling
over and causing injury to children:
• Never place the TV on a surface covered by a cloth or
other material that can be pulled away.
• Ensure that no part of the TV hangs over the edge of the
mounting surface. • Never place the TV on tall furniture, such as a bookcase,
without anchoring both the furniture and TV to the wall or a
suitable support.
• Educate children about the dangers of climbing on...

1.2.4      Safety
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Risk of overheating!
Always leave a space of at least 10 cm around the TV for
ventilation. Ensure curtains or other objects never cover
the ventilation slots on the TV.
Lightning storms
Disconnect the TV from the power outlet and antenna
before lightning storms. During lightning storms, never
touch any part of the TV, power cord or antenna cable. Risk of hearing damage!
Avoid using earphones or headphones at high volumes or
for prolonged periods of time.
Low temperatures
If the TV...

1.2.4      Screen  care
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• Risk of damage to the TV screen! Never touch, push, rub
or strike the screen with any object.
• Unplug the TV before cleaning.
• Clean the TV and frame with a soft damp cloth. Never
use substances such as alcohol, chemicals or household
cleaners on the TV.
• To avoid deformations and colour fading, wipe off water
drops as soon as possible. • Avoid stationary images as much as possible. Stationary
images are images that remain onscreen for extended
periods of time. Stationary...

1.3.1      Power  switch
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Switch the TV on or off with the power switch at the bottom
of the TV. When switched off, the TV does not consume any
energy.
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1.3.1      Switching  on
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If the red indicator light is off, switch on the TV with the
power switch.
If the red indicator is on (standby indication), press O on
the remote control to switch on the TV. Alternatively, you
can switch on the TV from standby with any key on the TV.
It takes a few seconds for the TV to start up.