Owner’s Manual
ST427F
27 INCH COLOR TELEVISION
FEATURES
●181 Channel Selection- All VHF/UHF channels plus up to 125 cable channels.
●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.
●Sleep Timer
●Closed Caption Decoder
●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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●Tinted, Bright Black Matrix Picture Tube
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●Front / Rear AV Input
●MTS / SAP Tuner
●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
●Place your TV in a room with adequate ventilation.
●Keep your TV set away from sources of direct heat, such as heat registers or direct sunlight.
●Do not place your TV on soft surfaces, such as rugs or blankets.
●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 |
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Dealer Purchase from |
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Dealer Address |
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IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE WITH
FUNAI CORPORATION
LIMITED WARRANTY
FUNAI CORP. will repair this product, free of charge in the USA in the event of defect in materials or workmanship as follows:
DURATION:
PARTS: FUNAI CORP. will provide parts to replace defective parts without charge for one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Two (2) years for Picture Tube. Certain parts are excluded from this warranty.
LABOR: FUNAI CORP. will provide the labor without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of original retail pur- chase 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 FUNAI CORPORATION Limited warranty does not apply to any product not purchased and used in the United States.
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, or failures which are caused by repairs, alterations or product not sup- plied by FUNAI CORP., or damage which results from accident, misuse, abuse, mishandling, misapplication, alter- ation, 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 THE UNITED STATES.
ALL WARRANTY INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A FUNAI AUTHORIZED SER- VICE CENTER. THIS WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WHEN THE UNIT IS
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.
IMPORTANT:
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. IF, AT ANY TIME DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, YOU ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN SATISFACTION WITH THE REPAIR OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT FUNAI CORP.
ATTENTION:
FUNAI CORP. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY ANY DESIGN OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
To locate your nearest FUNAI Authorized Service Center or general service procedure, please call or write to the following:
FUNAI CORPORATION, INC.
SERVICE CENTER
19900 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
Tel :1-800-242-7158
http://www.Symphonic.us
Head Office: 100 North Street, Teterboro, NJ 07608
PLEASE DO NOT SHIP YOUR UNIT TO THE TETERBORO ADDRESS.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI- ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside |
antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be sure |
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to pro- |
vide some protection against voltage surges and built- |
up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical |
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with |
18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this TV your- |
self as opening or removing covers may expose you to |
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing |
to qualified service personnel. |
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this TV |
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified |
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER- VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.
1. | READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating |
| instructions should be read before the appliance is |
| operated. |
2. | RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating |
| 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 clean- |
| ers. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. |
| EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupt- |
| ed 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 |
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DAN-
GEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRE-
SENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
AMEUBLES - Cet appareil ne doit être placé que sur un meuble (avec ou sans roulettes) recommandé par
le fabricant. Si vous l’installez sur un meuble à roulettes, déplacez les deux ensembles avec précaution.
Un arrêt brusque, l’utilisation d’une
force excessive et des surfaces irrégulières risquent de déstabiliser l’ensemble et de le renverser.
9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet 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 sur- |
face. This TV should never be placed near or over a |
radiator or heat register. This TV should not be placed |
in a |
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting |
structure, grounding of the |
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location |
of |
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec- |
trode. (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 |
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 cir- |
cuits 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. OBJECT AND 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 liq- |
uid of any kind on the TV. |
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 perfor-
mance, 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 perform 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.
| the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5. |
6. | ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not recom- |
| mended 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.
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufactur- |
er’s instructions have been adhered to. |
10. POWER SOURCES - This TV should be operated only |
from the type of power source indicated on the mark- |
ing label. If you are not sure of the type of power sup- |
ply 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 oper- |
ating instructions. |
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This TV is |
equipped with a polarized |
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 |
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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| DISCHARGE UNIT |
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ELECTRIC |
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SERVICE |
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EQUIPMENT |
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| GROUNDING CONDUCTORS |
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NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE |
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| POWER SERVICE GROUNDING | ||
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S 2 8 9 8 A |
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FCC WARNING - This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equip- ment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unautho- rized change or modification is made.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the man- ufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appli- ance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety |
purpose of the polarized plug. |
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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, con- |
venience receptacles, and the point where they exit |
from the appliance. |
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article