Magnavox 42MF 130A User Manual

42MF 130A
42''Plasma TV

English

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CONTENT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................ .1

FCC Notice ...................................................................................................................... .2

Precautions and Reminders .................................................................................... ……….3

Front Panel Control................................................................................................... ……….5

Basic Installation................................................................................................................6

Remote Control Function.................................................................................................. .7

OSD Menu Descriptions

Main Menu...............................................................................................................….8

Setup Menu..............................................................................................................….8

Video Menu..............................................................................................................….9

Audio Menu..............................................................................................................….9

Feature Menu ............................................................................................................10

EPG.............................................................................................................................11

TV Channel Arrangement……………………………………………………………………………….11

Specifications.....................................................................................................................12

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................13

MAGNAVOX Limited Warranty...........................................................................................14

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Know these

safety symbols

This "bolt of lightning" indicates

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uninsulated material within your unit

may cause an electrical shock.For the safety
of everyone in your household,please do not
remove product covering.

The "exclamation point" calls attention
to features for which you should read

the enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, this apparatus should not be
exposed to rain or moisture and objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should not
be placed on this apparatus.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot,fully insert.

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electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de
la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la
prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

For Customer Use

Enter below the Serial No.which is located
on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
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Read before operating equipment

1. Read and follow all instructions.

2. Do not operate this apparatus near water.

3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

4. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.

5. Clean only with a dry cloth.

6. 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 third grounding prong. The wide blade or third
prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet..

7. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

9. Use only with a car t, 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.

10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

12. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of

these materials may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org

13. Damage Requiring Service -The appliance should be serviced

by qualified service personnel when:

• The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or

• Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or

• The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

• The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

• The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.

Note to the CATV system installer: This
reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC
grounding and, in particular, specifies that

hat provides guidelines for proper

the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to

the point of cable entry as practical.

14. Tilt/Stability- All televisions must comply with recommended
international safety standards for tilt and stability properties
of its cabinet design.

• Do not compromise these design standards by applying

excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet
which could ultimately overturn the product.

• Do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing

electronic equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet.
Such items could unsuspectingly fall from the top of the
set and cause product damage and/or personal injury.

15. Wall or Ceiling Mounting- The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

16. Powe r L in es- An outdoor antenna should be located away
from power lines.

17. Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside antenna is
connected to the receiver, make sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges
and built up of static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA
No.70-1984, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure below.

18. Object and Liquid Entry- Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure
through openings.

19. Battery Usage CAUTION –To prevent battery leakage that
may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to
the unit:

• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as
marked on the unit.

• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
alkaline, etc.).

• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long
time.

20. Keep this manual for future reference

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

EC - National Electric Code

GROUND CLAMP

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA LEA

ANTENNA DIS

(NEC SECTION 81

GROUNDING C

(NEC SECTION 81

GROUND CLAM

POWER SERVICE GROUNDIN

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's

authority to operated the equipment under FCC rules. This device complies with part
15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the follo wing two conditions:

1. This device ma y not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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Precautions and Reminders

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Do not place unit on uneven surfaces.

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Unplug immediately if there is any
malfunction, like no video, no audio,
smoke or a bad odor.

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Do not place the TV in confined
spaces or in a box when using it.

3

Unplug immediately if other foreign
materials are put inside TV box or if the TV
fell down.

2

Do not throw any object like metals or
flammable materials into the TV set.

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Prohibit/Avoid opening TV cabinet

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Precautions and Reminders

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Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners to clean the display.

Remember

to unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet
before cleaning the display unit.

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Make sure to unplug the unit when not in
use for a long period of time (2 days).

2

Avoid direct sunlight, dusty, high humidity
and smoky areas.

3

Call service personnel to clean the
internal part of the TV once a year.

2

Do not cover or block any vents and
openings. Inadequate ventilation may
shorten the life of the display unit and
cause overheating.

Notice for Re mote Control

Avoid Dropping

Avoid Dropping Avoid Liquids Avoid Aerosol Cleaners

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bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink laundry
tub, swimming pool or in a damp
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Front Panel Control

⑦
⑥
⑤
④
③
②
①

①

②
③ ●
④MODE
⑤MENU

- CH + - VOL +

IR: Remote Control Sensor.
Power switch: Press to power on or power off the TV set..
LED: Power Indicator.
Mode: Press to select input signal modes or use as Enter in Menu operation.
Menu: Press to enter Menu or exit Menu.

MENU MODE

⑥- VOL +

⑦- CH +

Left: Press to decrease the sound volume level or move Left in Menu operation.
Right: Press to increase the sound volume level or move Right in Menu operation.

Down: Press to select the next lower Programme number or move Down in Menu operation.
Up: Press to select the next higher Programme number or move up in Menu operation.

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Basic Installation

. Connect TV Cable and Power Cord to this PDP TV

Set.

2. Plug Power Cord to your home power outlet.

3. Push the AC Power Switch to ON state.

4. Check front panel LED for proper power connection:
Blue color indicates this TV set is powered on;

Red color indicates this TV set is in standby state.

5. Push POWER KEY on Remote Control or Power key

on Front panel controls to switch the TV from stand
by state to ON state.
This TV will power on and you can see display on

screen within a few minutes.

6. Once you see information displayed on screen, press
SOURCE button on Remote Control or MODE key on
front panel continuously to select TV as input
source. TV channel information will be displayed.

7. Use

8. After

Auto channel search
all channels in your location. Refer to page 8 for
“Setup Menu” operation procedure.

Auto channel search
or “CH–” key on remote control to select the nex
lower or higher channel.

Refer to the following pages for operatin
procedures:

y Remote Control – page 7.
y Setup Menu – page 8.
y TV Channel Arrangement – page 11.

in “Setup Menu” to search

is completed, press “CH+”

Power

AC Power Swt i ch

POWER KEY

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TV channel information

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To switch TV set between

power on and standby modes.

“POWER”

To enter TV channel number.

“0~9 number”

Remote Control Function

“SOURCE”
To select input source.

“MUTE”
To mute the audio output.

To

Adjust sleep timer options.

“SLEEP”

To

enter or exit Electronic

Program Guide.

“EPG”

sound volume. Also to navigate

“VOL- ()/ VOL+()”

To

decrease or increase the

left or right the Menu.

To enter

“MENU”

Menu mode.

“•(dot)”
To enter sub channel number.

“LAST”
To switch to the previously

viewed channel.

“MTS”
To

select audio program

options.

“CC”
To

select close caption options

(CC1, CC2 ...)

“Exit”
To

exit Menu or other OSD.

To enter sub Menu or sub

“ENTER”

item.

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“CH+ ( )/ CH – ()”
To select the next higher or

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lower channel
up or down the Menu.

Also to navigate

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OSD Menu Desc riptions

Main Menu

1. Press “MENU” key on remote control
or front panel controls to bring up
Main Menu.

2. Press “” or “” to move the cursor
up and down the sub

3. Press “

item.

4. Press "Enter" to enter sub-item then

use “

” or “” to adjust.

Setup Menu

1. Tuning Band:

between Air and Cable.

2. DTV Signal:

to aid antenna adjustment.

3. Auto Ch Search:

and store all TV channels.

4. Manual Ch Set:

table.

5. Channel Labels:
channel names.

6. Menu Language:

(

EnglishEspanolFrancais).

menu list.

” or “” to select sub menu

Select TV signal source

Display signal strength

Automatically scan

Enter channel setup

Display and edit

Select language for menu

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DTV signal menu indicates signal

stren

y

Auto channel scan menu displays

channel number being scanned.

y Manual Channel Set Menu

Displays all the channel numbers that
are found.
Tune eithe

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Channel Labels Menu allows user labeling.

th in real-time.

to ATSC or NTSC channels.

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OSD Menu Descriptions

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“

“”

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Video Menu

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1. Press “” or “” to move the
cursor up or down the sub-item list.

2. Press "Enter" to enter the
highlighted sub-item menu.

3. Press “
of the sub-item.

4. Press "Enter" again to exit the
sub-item.

Contrast:
Brightness:
Color:

Color chroma adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

Tint:

Tint adjustment, 0 ~ 100.
Aspect Ratio:
Normal

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Settings:

Audio Menu

1. Press
or down the sub-item list.

2. Press "Enter" to enter the
highlighted sub-item menu.

3. Press “
value of the sub-item.

4. Press "Enter" again to exit the
sub-item.

Audio Language:
English Español  Français.
Bass:
Treble:
Balance:
Restore Default:

Treble, Base, and Balance setting to default.

” or

Bass adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

Treble adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

” or “”

o adjust the value

Contrast adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

Brightness adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

Aspect Ratio selection.

Zoom  Wide  Cinema.

Restore default setting.

o move the cursor up

” or “” to adjust the

Balance adjustment, 0 ~ 100.

Restore Audio Language,

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OSD Menu Descriptions

Feature Menu

1. Press

or down the sub-item list.

2. Press "Enter" to enter the
highlighted sub-item menu.

3. Press “

value of the sub-item.

4. Press "Enter" again to exit the

sub-item.

Sleep Timer:
Off
Password Set:
Control Password.
Parental Control:
controls.

Parental Control Menu
TV and Movie programs.
Note:

Default password is: 0000.

” or

” or “” to adjust the



30  60  90.

Need password to change settings.

o move the cursor up

Select minutes into standby

Enter and change Parental

Setup TV and Movie ratin

: Controls viewing of rated

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OSD Menu Descriptions

Closed Captions

1. Press “CC” key on remote
control to select closed
captions mode.
NTSC TV: Off
ATSC TV: Off

2. Select desired closed caption
mode.

EPG

Press the “EPG” key on the remote
control to display the Electronic
Program Guide (EPG). A message

window will be displayed on screen.

TV channel arrangement

Each digital channel may comprise of
several sub-channels.
To select a digital channel using the
remote control:

1. Enter main channel number.

2. Press the “

3. Enter the sub-channel number.



CC1





CS1



•” key.

CC2

CS2

 …
 …

CC1

 NTSC TV

CS1



ATSC TV

 EPG Message Window

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Specifications

NOTE:
*This model complies with the specifications listed below.
*Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*This model may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be

added in the future.

Television System:

NTSC standard
ATSC standard (8VSB)

Channel Coverage:

VHF: 2 through 13
UHF: 14 through 69
Cable TV: Mid band (A-8 through A-1, A through I)
Super band (J through W)
Hyper band (AA through ZZ, AAA, BBB)
Ultra band (65 through 94, 100 through 125)

Power Source:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption

350 W (on average)
1 W in standby mode
(power cord plugged in and power OFF)

Component INPUT:

Rear Component include 2 Groups:
Y : 1V(p-p), 75 ohm
Pr/Cr: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohm
Pb/Cb: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohm
AUDIO: 150 mV (rms)
Suggested resolutions: 1080i, 480p, 480i, 720p

DVI Terminals:

DVI INPUT:
Rear DVI include 1 DVI-D Input
HDCP compliant
E-EDID compliant
Suggested scan rates: 1080i/60Hz

480p/60Hz
720p/60Hz

VGA Terminals:

VGA INPUT:
Rear VGA include 1 D-SUB 15 Pin Input
E-EDID compliant
Suggested scan rates: 640X480/60Hz,

800 X 600/60Hz,

1024X768/60Hz

Dimensions:

Without Stand: Width: 1038 mm

Height: 660 mm
Depth: 82 mm

Audio Power

5 W + 5 W, Internal Speaker

Video/Audio Terminals:

Side AV include 1 Group:
S-Video/Video/Audio Input
Rear AV include 1 Group:
S-Video/Video/Audio Input

S-VIDEO INPUT:

Y : 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
C : 0.286 V(p-p) (burst signal), 75 ohm
VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT:
VIDEO: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync.
AUDIO: 150 mV(rms)

Video/Audio Output:

VIDEO: 1 V(p-p), 75 ohm, negative sync
AUDIO: 150 mV(rms)
NOTE: This TV does not provide ATSC TV/S-VIDEO/HD/VGA/DVI Output.

Include Stand: Width: 1038 mm

Height: 726.5 mm
Depth: 270mm

Weight:

35.5 kg (Without Stand)
43 kg (With Stand)

Supplied Accessories:

1pcs Power cord
1pcs Remote Control
(with two *AAA*sized alkaline batteries)

Wall Mouting : Optional

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Symptoms

No Picture, No Sound

Interference,Noisy

Distorted picture,Noisy

Troubleshootin

•

Check the power cord and power outlet.

•

Check whether the TV power switch is on.

•

Verify the front panel LED is showing blue color.

•

Check connections for the selected input source.

•

Verify that external signal for the selected input is active.

•

Check Video/Audio settings.

•

Check antenna connection, aerial location, and direction.

•

Check and relocate nearby electrical appliances.

•

Check fluorescent lights.

•

Check cars/motorcycles.

•

Check antenna connection, aerial location, and direction

Re-scan Channels.

Checks

No Colour,Normal Sound

Normal Colour,No Sound

Some parts of the

screen do not light up

After-images appear

DVD

•

Check whether colour setting is at minimum.
Adjust video menu picture settings or reset to default.

•

•

Check audio input connections.

•

Check whether TV audio is in MUTE mode.

•

Adjust audio volume to audible level.

The plasma TV panel is manufactured using an extremely
high level of precision technology, however, sometimes some
parts of the screen may be missing picture elements or have
luminous spots. This is not a malfunction.

Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended
period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain
on the Plasma TV.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games,
computer images, and Teletext.
Note:
The permanent after-image on the Plasma TV resulting from
fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not
covered by the Warranty.
This product is not designed to display fixed images for
extended periods of time.

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MAGNAVOX Limited Warranty

One (1) Year Labor & One (1) Year Parts & One (1) Year Display Repair

MAGNAVOX warrants this product against defect in material
or workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as
follows:

PROOF OF PURCHASE:
You must have proof of the date of purchase to receive repair
on the product. A sales receipt or other document showing
the product and the date that you purchased the product as
well as the authorized retailer included, is considered such
proof.

COVERAGE:
(If this product is determined to be defective)

LABOR: For a period of one (1) year from the date of
purchase, Magnavox will repair or replace the product, at its
option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any
Magnavox authorized service center. After the period of one
(1) year, Magnavox will no longer be responsible for charges
incurred.

PARTS: For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase,
Magnavox will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt
replacement parts in exchange for defective parts. Magnavox
authorized service centers will provide removal and
installation of the parts for one (1) year.

DISPLAY: For a period of one (1) year from the date of pur
chase, Magnavox will supply, at no charge, a new or rebuilt
active display device in exchange for the defective display.
Magnavox authorized service centers will provide remov al and
installation of the parts under the specified labor warranty.
(PTV screens carry a thirty (30) day replacement warranty.)

EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGE
Your warranty does not cover:

·Labor charges for installation or setup of the product,

adjustment of customer controls on the product, and
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the
product.

·Product repair and/or part replacement because of improper

installation, connections to improper voltage supply, abuse,
neglect, misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause
not within the control of Magnavox.

·A product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it
to operate in any country other than the country for which it
was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or
repair of products damaged by these modifications.

·Damage occurring to product during shipping when improperly
packaged or costs associated with packaging

·Product lost in shipment and no signature verification of receipt
can be provided.

·Aproduct used for commercial or institutional purposes
(including but not limited to rental purposes).

·Products sold AS IS or RENEWED.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Y o u may hav e other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.

Magnavox, P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA. 30006-0026

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE IN THE U.S.A., PUERTO RICO, OR
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS…
Contact Magnavox Customer Care Center at:
1-800-705-2000

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA…
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-705-2000 (English or Spanish Speaking)

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR THE CONSUMER.
MAGNAVOX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON
THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF
THIS WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a service contract
agreement with the MAGNAVOX partnership within ninety (90)
days of the date of sale, the limitation on how long an implied
warranty lasts does not apply.

(Warranty: 4835 710 28275)

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