Owner’s Manual
CST245E
23 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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●Front AV Input
●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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IF YOU NEED ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE WITH
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 :
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 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 AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITY. This FUNAI CORPORATION 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, 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 CANADA.
ALL WARRANTY INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITY.
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.
ATTENTION :
FUNAI CORP. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY ANY DESIGN OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
To locate your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITY or general service inquiries, please contact to us:
FUNAI CORPORATION
Customer Service
Tel:
http://www.Symphonic.us
1EMN20671 | Printed in Malaysia |
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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.
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location | 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this TV |
of | from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified |
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec- | service personnel under the following conditions: |
trode. (Fig. A) | a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or |
14. LIGHTNING - For added protection for this TV | frayed. |
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left | b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into |
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.
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 |
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 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. |
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This TV is |
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug | the TV. |
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or | c. If the TV has been exposed to rain or water. |
cable system. This will prevent damage to the TV due | d. If the TV does not operate normally by following the |
to lightning and | operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that |
15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should | are covered by the operating instructions, as improper |
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines | adjustment of other controls may result in damage and |
or other electric light of power circuits, or where it can | will often require extensive work by a qualified techni- |
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing | cian to restore the TV to its normal operation. |
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be | e. If the TV has been dropped or damaged in any way. |
taken to keep from touching such power lines or cir- | f. When the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance, |
cuits as contact with them might be fatal. | this indicates a need for service. |
16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and | 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts |
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or | are required, be sure the service technician uses |
electric shock. | replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that |
17. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects | have the same characteristics as the original part. |
of any kind into this TV through openings as they may | Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric |
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that | shock, injury to persons or other hazards. |
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liq- | 21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or |
uid of any kind on the TV. | repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to perform |
18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this TV your- | routine safety checks to determine that the TV is in |
self as opening or removing covers may expose you to | proper operating condition. |
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing | 22. HEAT - This TV product should be situated away from |
to qualified service personnel. | 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.
equipped with a polarized |
(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. |
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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, conve- |
nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from |
the appliance. |
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside |
antenna or cable system is connected to the TV, be sure |
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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ELECTRIC |
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SERVICE |
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EQUIPMENT |
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NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE |
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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.
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 |
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting |
structure, grounding of the |
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article
