Apex GT2025DVR User Manual

APEX Digital, Inc.

Ontario, CA 91761

FOR SERVICE CALL: 866-4-APEX-INC

http://www.apexdigitalinc.com

TV/DVD/VCR COMBO

Please read this manual carefully before operation.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GT2025DVR

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour é viter les chocs é lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq¨ au fond.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT STARE INTO

BEAM.

The unit employs a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated.

Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.

Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.

Cable TV Installer

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which 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.

Customer Record

You will find the model number and chassis number of your unit on the back of your unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call APEX Digital customer service or your APEX dealer regarding this product.

Model Number:

Chassis Number:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

PACKING LIST

Parts

TV/DVD/VCR Combo

Remote Control

Operation Manual

AAA Alkaline Batteries

QTY

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 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 a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only the cart, 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.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.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 the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.Warning - This unit should only be serviced by an authorized and properly trained technician. Opening the cover or other attempts by the user to service this unit may result in serious injury or death from electrical shock, and may increase the risk of fire.

IMPORTANT STAND AND BASE SAFETY INFORMATION

Choose the location for your unit carefully. Place the unit on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the unit from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the unit. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions above.

FCC Warning

Class B Computing Device

Information to User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device pursuant to part 15 of 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. lf this equipment receives interference while 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) lncrease the separation between the equipment and unit.

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

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio - TV Interference Problems". This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office. Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

FCC Warning

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: In order for an installation of the product to maintain compliance with the limits for a Class B

Device, shielded cables must be used.

WARNING:

THE REGION CODE FOR THE UNIT IS 1.

Since it is very usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have region codes and disks can have an optional region code. If you load a disk of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code notice on the screen. The disk will not play, and should be unloaded.

Notes on Discs

HOW TO HANDLE, CLEAN, AND STORE DISCS.

Handling discs

• DO NOT TOUCH THE PLAYBACK SIDE OF THE DISC.

• DO NOT ATTACH PAPER OR TAPE TO DISCS.

Note:

APEX DIGITAL INC. SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE THAT MAY OCCUR TO A DISC FROM BEING OPERATED IN THE UNIT.

Cleaning discs

• Fingerprints and dirt on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration.

Wipe the disc from the center outward with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.

• If you cannot wipe off the dirt off, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth a finish with

a dry cloth.

• Do not use any of solvent such as paint thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or anti-

static spray for vinyl LP's.

Storing discs

• Do not store discs in places subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust.

• Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause

warping.

Playable discs

This unit can play back the following discs.

Notes on regional numbers

DVDs are divided into separate regions. The United States and Canada are designated as region 1 DVD. Your unit plays region 1 DVDs only.

Disk Mark Contains Disc Size Maximum playback time

DVD

video

disc

Audio

+Video

(moving

pictures)

12cm

Approx. 4 hours

(single sided disc)

Approx. 8 hours

(double sided disc)

Audio

12cm

8cm

(CD single)

Approx. 74 minutes

Approx. 20minutes

WMA Audio 12cm

Up to 22 hours playback

MP3 CD Audio 12cm

Up to 10 hours

KODAK

Picture

Spec. 12cm

Designed for Windows Media

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CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions ..........................................................................................................................1

Feature Descriptions ......................................................................................................................5

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................5

Front and Rear Unit Profiles ..........................................................................................................6

Remote Control Features................................................................................................................6

INSTALLATION

Connecting the Antenna..................................................................................................................8

Installing the Remote Control Batteries ..........................................................................................8

Connecting A/V Equipment ............................................................................................................9

FUNCTIONS & FEATURES

Turn On/Off....................................................................................................................................11

Basic Functions ............................................................................................................................11

Function Selection Menus

Picture Menu ..........................................................................................................................11

Sound Menu............................................................................................................................11

Tuner Menu ............................................................................................................................12

TV Timer Menu ......................................................................................................................12

General Menu ........................................................................................................................12

Useful Remote Control Features ..................................................................................................14

DVD FUNTIONS

Playing Back a Disc ......................................................................................................................15

Using the On-Screen Display ........................................................................................................16

Locating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track ....................................................................................17

Playing Repeatedly ......................................................................................................................17

Selecting Subtitles ........................................................................................................................18

Selecting the Camera Angles/Language/Audio Settings ..............................................................18

WMA/MP3 Operation ....................................................................................................................19

Playing Back Your Kodak Picture CD ............................................................................................19

Playing Your JPEG Files ................................................................................................................19

Setting the Parent Lock ................................................................................................................20

Customizing the Function Selectings ............................................................................................21

VCR FUNTIONS

VCR Playback ..............................................................................................................................22

Recording ......................................................................................................................................22

Search Function ............................................................................................................................23

VCR Setting ..................................................................................................................................23

Other Remote Control Features ....................................................................................................24

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.............................................................................................................25

TV/DVD/VCR Combo Warranty Information ....................................................................................26

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MODEL GT2025DVR

Television System NTSC-M

Channel Coverage

VHF 2-13, UHF 14~69

Cable TV Coverage

Mid Band (A-8~A-1, A~I);

Super Band (J~W)

Hyper Band (AA~ZZ, AAA, BBB)

Ultra Band (65~94, 100~125)

Channels Preset

181

Antenna Input

75 ohm (unbalanced)

Screen Dimensions

15.98 x 12.01 in. 406 x 305 mm

Audio Output

2W + 2W

Total Harmonic Distortion

<7%

Power Source

~120Vac 60Hz

Unit Weight

61.6 lbs. (28 kg)

Unit Dimensions

22.64 x 20.79 x 19.17 in. 575 x 528 x 487 mm

Packaged Dimensions

26.38 x 24.88 x 22.64 in. 670 x 632 x 575 mm

Power Consumption

130W

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Feature Descriptions

181 Channel Tuner - total number of channels the TV can receive: 2-69 in Air mode, or 1-125 in Cable

mode

AV Intput (Front) - input designed for infrequent use, such as with a camcorder or video game unit S-Video Intput (Front) - input designed for greater clearity and sharpness AV Input (Rear) - standard composite input designed for use with A/V devices, such as a DVD player AV Output (Rear) - output signals from TV to devices such as VCR's RF IN Jack - standard coaxial antenna jack Channel Recall - instant return to the last channel viewed Closed Captions Display - feature that displays the closed captions or text of a TV broadcast Remote Control - A wireless remote control unit for the TV On/Off Timer - feature that allows the user to set a time for the TV to turn on or off Parental Control - feature that allow parents to block out selected type of programming Screen Size - the diagonal size of the TV screen Selectable Picture Modes - preset standards for TV display: User, Normal, Movie and Sports

Selectable Sound Modes - preset standards for TV sound: User, Normal, Speech Movie and Music MTS Stereo/Video Stereo- stereo sound for superior TV viewing experience

Trilingual On Screen Display (OSD) - TV's on screen display can be either English, French or Spanish DVD/CD/MP3/WMA/KODAK Picture CD Support

SPECIFICATIONS

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Remote Control Features

Front panel

Rear panel

Front and Rear Unit Profiles

ANTENNA IN

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

1 AV IN1 JACK 7 REC/OTR 13VOLUME DOWN/UP 2 VCR DECK 8 TIMER REC INDICATOR 14CHANNEL DOWN/UP 3 STOP/EJECT 9 REC/OTR INDICATOR 15DISC TRAY 4 PLAY/PAUSE 10POWER INDICATOR 16OPEN/CLOSE 5 FAST REVERSE 11TV/VIDEO SELECT 17PLAY/PAUSE 19INFRARED SONSOR 6 FAST FORWARD 12MENU SELECT 18STOP 20STANDBY

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Remote Control Features

The keys marked with * have composite functions.

No. Button

TV DVD VCR

1 DVD To enter DVD m ode ¡ª¡ª To enter DVD m ode 2 TV/VCR ¡ª¡ª To shift to TV/AV mode ¡ª¡ª

3 0~9 Channel number (0~9) Number (0~9) 4 VIDEO TV/Video select ¡ª¡ª

5 PICTURE Picture mode select 6 DVD SET UP ¡ª¡ª DVD setup ¡ª¡ª

*7 CH-/+(TRK-/+) Channel down/up ¡ª¡ª Tracking adjust

*8 C C (SUB-T)

MTS/SAP(AUDIO)

ANGLE(SKIP)

REPEAT

PAUSE(STEP)

SPEED

OTR

PLAY/PAUSE

PREV(VCR SEARCH)

NEXT(VCR TIMER)

MUTE

SOUND

TV/VCR MENU

¡Ä¡Å<>/ENTER

VOL-/VOL+

TV RECALL(TITLE)

TV SCAN (D.MENU)

DISPLAY

A-B

COUNTER RESET

(CLEAR)

SLEEP

EJECT

STOP

REV

FWD

When " " displayed during DVD playback, the function is not operational.

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