Symphonic CST427G User Manual
Owner’s Manual
CST427G
27 INCH COLOR TELEVISION
FEATURES
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181 Channel Selection- All VHF/UHF channels plus up to 125 cable channels.
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PLL Frequency Synthesized Tuning- Provides free and easy channel selection and lets
you tune directly to any channel using the channel number buttons on the remote control.
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Sleep Timer
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Closed Caption Decoder
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Auto Shut Off Function- If there is no signal input from the antenna terminal and no user
operation for 15 minutes, the TV will turn itself off automatically.
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V-CHIP- Enables parents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on TV.
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Tinted, Bright Black Matrix Picture Tube
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Full-Function Remote Control
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On-Screen Function Display
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Front / Rear AV Input
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MTS / SAP Tuner
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Resume Function- If the power fails or is disconnected while the TV is on, the TV will turn
on automatically when the power resumes.
PRECAUTIONS
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Place your TV in a room with adequate ventilation.
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Keep your TV set away from sources of direct heat, such as heat registers or direct sunlight.
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Do not place your TV on soft surfaces, such as rugs or blankets.
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Leave enough room for air to circulate around the bottom, top and back of the set.
The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the TV. No others have the same
serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain
this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchase from
Dealer Address
IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE WITH SET-UP OR OPERATING
AFTER READING OWNER’S MANUAL, PLEASE CALL TOLL FREE
1-800-242-7158 OR VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT http://www.Symphonic.us
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
FUNAI CORPORATION
LIMITED WARRANTY
FUNAI CORP. will repair this product, free of charge in Canada in the event of defect in materials or workmanship as follows:
DURATION:
PAR TS: FUNAI CORP. will provide parts to replace defective parts without charge for one (1) year from
LABOR: FUNAI CORP. will provide the labor without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from the date
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER. A PURCHASE RECEIPT
OR OTHER PROOF OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED TOGETHER WITH THE
PRODUCT TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
This warranty shall not be extended to any other person or transferee.
This warranty is void and of no effect if any serial numbers on the product are altered, replaced, defaced, missing or
if service was attempted by an unauthorized service center. This limited warranty does not apply to any product not
purchased and used in Canada.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in material or workmanship which occurs during normal use. It does
not cover damage which occurs in shipment, failures which are caused by repairs, alterations or product not supplied
by FUNAI CORP., or damage which results from accident, misuse, abuse, mishandling, misapplication, alteration,
faulty installation, improper maintenance, commercial use such as hotel, rental or office use of this product or damage
which results from fire, flood, lightning or other acts of God.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PACKING MATERIALS, ANY ACCESSORIES (EXCEPT REMOTE
CONTROL), ANY COSMETIC PARTS, COMPLETE ASSEMBLY PARTS, DEMO OR FLOOR MODELS.
FUNAI CORP. AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES OR AGENTS SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
GENERAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR OCCASIONED BY THE
USE OF OR THE INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND OF ALL OTHER LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF
FUNAI, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY FUNAI AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES IN
CANADA.
ALL WARRANTY INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER. THIS WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE UNIT IS CARRIED-IN TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.
THE PRODUCT MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE RECEIPT.
IF NO PROOF OF PURCHASE IS ATTACHED, THE WARRANTY WILL NOT BE HONORED AND REPAIRS
COSTS WILL BE CHARGED.
ATTENTION:
FUNAI CORP. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY ANY DESIGN OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT PRIOR
NOTICE.
WARRANTY STATEMENT REGARDING NON AUTHORIZED REPAIRS:
To obtain warranty service, you must take the product, or deliver the product freight prepaid, in either its original
packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to any AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER. FUNAI
CORP. will not reimburse you for any service done by unauthorized service providers without prior written approval.
To locate your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER or for general service inquiries, please contact us at :
1EMN21829 Printed in Thailand
the date of original retail purchase. Two (2) years for Picture Tube. Certain parts are excluded
from this warranty.
of original retail purchase.
FUNAI CORPORATION
Customer Service
Tel :1-800-242-7158
http://www.Symphonic.us
19900 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
L3713CP * * * * *
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.
READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operat-
1.
ing instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operat-
ing instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING - Unplug TV from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that for some specific reason, such as
the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a
CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by
the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may
exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in
the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.
6. ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not rec-
ommended by the TV manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use this TV near
water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.
8. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this
TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The TV may fall,
causing serious injury to someone,
and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the TV.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3126A
9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet
10. POWER SOURCES - This TV should be operated
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This TV is
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an out-
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS
PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT
THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and
to ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect it
from overheating, these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This TV should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This TV should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
local power company. For TVs intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line
plug(a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
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 plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the appliance.
side antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be
sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, 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 conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)
14. LIGHTNING - For added protection for this TV
receiver during 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 TV due
to lightning and power-line surges.
15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light of power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
17. OBJECTAND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push
objects of any kind into this TV through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the TV.
SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this TV
18.
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
FIGURE A
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
S2898A
GROUND CLAMPS
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
19.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this
TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the TV.
c. If the TV has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the TV does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions, as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified techni-
cian to restore the TV to its normal operation.
e. If the TV has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance,
this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts
are required, be sure the service technician uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, injury to persons or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service
or repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to per-
form routine safety checks to determine that the TV is
in proper operating condition.
22. HEAT - This TV product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
FCC WARNING- This equipment may
generate or use radio frequency energy.
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
The user could lose the authority to
operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
HEADPHONE
Y VOLUME X
MENU
L CHANNEL K
POWER
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
HEADPHONE
Y VOLUME X
MENU
L
CHANNEL K
POWER
123
456
789
0 +100
DISPLAY
VOL
CH
CH
VOL
SLEEP
CHANNEL
RETURN
MUTE
GAME
POWER
MENU
PREPARATION FOR USE
ANT. IN
.
IN
OUT
ANT.
.
VIDEO
R
L
IN
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
2
1
3
15
[-]
GAME MODE
[+]
OFF ON
VIDEO
15
CONNECTIONS
Plug the incoming cable into the ANT. IN jack on the rear of the TV.
Cable
TV signal
OR
*Cables not included
Antenna
Incoming cable from home Antenna /
Cable Company (No Cable Box)
Cable Box or
OR
Satellite Box*
Incoming cable from Cable
Company or Satellite Antenna
*Note (DO NOT DISCONNECT FROM BOX)
Some cable TV systems use scrambled signals and
require a special converter to receive these channels.
Consult your local cable company.
Rear of this TV
You can enter into Video mode from Game mode by adjusting a Picture control.
1
1
To use external input
GAME
Picture: GAME
External
Input:
GAME
2
2
To cancel Game mode only
MENU
VOL
Select “PICTURE”
(front/rear)
After 10 seconds
Picture: Customized
Input: External
3
3
To return to TV channel
GAME
2 times
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
Note:
For your safety and to avoid damages to the unit, unplug the antenna cable from the
•
ANT. IN jack before moving the unit.
[EXTERNAL CONNECTION]
Rear AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT
ex.
Video Cassette Recorder
Video Cable
(OUT)
Audio Cable
(OUT)
(IN)
(IN)
Rear of this TV
Note:
●
The AUDIO L jack is for mono input. The sound is heard from both speakers. Use this jack for
connecting monaural audio equipment.
Front AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT
ex.
Video Cable
(OUT)
Audio Cable
Front of this TV
(IN)
(IN)
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Install two AA batteries (supplied)
matching the polarity indicated inside
battery compartment of the remote control.
[BATTERY PRECAUTIONS]
• Be sure to follow the correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-Zinc) or old batteries
with fresh ones.
• If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
• Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.
OPERATIONS
REMOTE CONTROL AND FRONT PANEL FUNCTION
To send infrared ray (IR) signal
IR transmitter
POWER button
To turn TV on/off
Channel number buttons
Press two digits to directly access the
desired channel. Remember to press
a "0" before a single digit channel.
CH(ANNEL) KK/ LLbuttons
To select channels and move
up/down through menu items
GAME button
Press to set the Game mode
SLEEP button
To set Sleep Timer
DISPLAY button
To display CH No./Audio Status
CHANNEL RETURN button
To return previous channel
Video GameVideo Camera
(OUT)
Note:
●
Front input jack is given priority over the rear input jack.
SELECTING AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT
You can select external input jacks by pressing [GAME] on the remote control.
1
1
To use external input
GAME
GAME
Picture: GAME
Input:
External
(front/rear)
In the Game mode, you can use front or rear input jacks with suitable picture adjustments for
video games.
Notes:
●
If you press [GAME] when the TV is off, the TV turns on and enters in Game mode.
●
If you adjust another picture control while in Game mode, this mode will automatically be
canceled.
2
2
To return to TV channel
GAME
To view on-screen menu
MENU button
To mute sound
VOL(UME) KK/ LLbuttons
To adjust volume
To decide the command of settings
Note:
MUTE button
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You can test if the remote control sends out the infrared signal with an AM radio.
(Refer to “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE”.)
Infrared Sensor Window
POWER button
VOLUME
CHANNEL
mm/nn
▲ /▼ buttons
buttons
MENU button
HEADPHONE jack
AUDIO L/R input jacks
VIDEO input jack
Note:
●
If some digits appear in the corner of the screen when the unit is turned on at the first time,
press [POWER] without unplugging the power cord.
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