ViewSonic VT2216-L - Placement, Ventilation, and Antenna Safety

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Optional equipment
If optional equipment is to be installed, leave some space
between optional equipment and the TV set. Picture
distortion and/or noisy sound may occur if the TV set is
positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting
electromagnetic radiation.
Small accessories
Keep small accessories in a safe place where children are
unable to reach.
Magnetic inuence
This TV contains a strong magnet in the speaker unit that
generatesamagneticeld.Keepanyitemssusceptibleto
magneticeldsawayfromthespeaker.
Sound
If you hear snapping or popping sound comes
from the TV continuously or frequently while
the TV is operating, unplug the TV and consult
your dealer or service technician. It is normal
for some TVs to make occasional snapping or
popping sounds, particularly when being turned
on or off.
Use in outdoor
This TV is not designed for outdoors
installation. Do not expose the TV to rain,
asitmayresultinareoranelectric
shock.Also,donotexposetheTVtodirect
sunlight, as it may heat up and become
damaged.
Vehicle, ships and other vessels
Do not install this TV in a vehicle.
Car accidents may cause the TV to fall down
and cause injury.
Do not install this TV in a ship or vessel.
If the TV is exposed to seawater, it may cause
areordamagetheTV.
Medical institutions
Do not place this TV in a place where medical equipment is
in use. It may cause the medical equipment to malfunction.
Volume adjustment
•Adjustthevolumetoavoiddisturbingyourneighbors.
Soundcarrieseasilyatnight.Therefore,wesuggestyou
close the windows or use headphones.
•When using headphones, adjust the volume to appropriate
levels, or hearing damage may result.
ANTENNAS
Outdoor antenna grounding
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions
below.
Do not install the outdoor antenna system near of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
WHENINSTALLINGANOUTDOORANTENNASYSTEM,
EXTREMECARESHOULDBETAKENTOKEEPFROM
CONTACTINGSUCHPOWERLINESORCIRCUITSAS
CONTACTWITHTHEMISALMOSTINVARIABLYFATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so that it can
providesomeprotectionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt-up
static charges.
Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode(NEC)inthe
U.S.A.andSection54oftheCanadianElectricalCode
in Canada provides information with in regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding
ofthelead-inwiretoanantennadischargeunit,sizeof
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
Antenna grounding according to the National Electrical
Code, ANS/NFPAFPA 70
Antenna
Antenna discharge
unit
Grounding conductors
Power service grounding
electrode system
Ground clamps
Electric service
equipment
Ground clamp
CLEANING
Cleaning the AC power plug
UnplugtheACpowerplugandcleanit
regularly. If the plug is covered with dust
and gathers moisture, its insulation may
deteriorateandresultinare.
Cleaning the screen surface/ cabinet of the TV set
WhencleaningthisTV,unplugtheAC
power cord. If not, it may result in electric
shock.Useadrysoftclothtocleanthe
cabinet of the TV. To remove dust near
the screen, wipe it gently with a soft cloth.
Stubbornstainsmaybe
removed with a cloth slightly dampened with a solution of
mild soap and warm water. Never use strong solvents such
as thinner or benzine for cleaning. If using a chemically
pretreated cloth, please follow the instruction provided on
the package. The ventilation holes can accumulate dust over
time.
To ensure proper ventilation, we recommend you to remove
the dust periodically (once a month) using a vacuum cleaner,
while the LCD TV is powered off.
Disclaimer
Somechemicalcleanershavebeenreportedtodamagethe
screenand/orcaseoftheLCDTV.ViewSonicwillnotbe
liable for damage resulting from use of these cleaners.
CARRYING THE TV
Carry the TV as instructed
To prevent dropping the TV and causing serious injury, you
must follow these guidelines:
•Disconnect all cables before carrying the TV.
•Carrying the large size TV requires at least two or three
people.
•When you carry the TV, place your hands as illustrated and
hold it securely. Do not put stress on the LCD panel and
the frame around the screen.
•When carrying the TV, do not subject it to shocks, vibration,
or excessive force.