Apex HT-170 User Manual

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE

PAS OUVRIR

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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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. CAUTION: (VISIBLE) LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS 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. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET, DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT THIS.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND

FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUE, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA

FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOUD.

CAUTION:

This player 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. 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.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this operating instructions carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location, or contact local dealer. Only qualified service personnel should remove the cover.

FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. Pursuant to the part 15 of FCC Rules.

WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by manufacturer or parties authorized by manufacturer

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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 communication.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:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance,(example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or

peripheral devices).Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

will void all the manufacture warranties.

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 discs can have an optional region code. If you load a disc of a different region code to your player, you will see

the region code notice on the screen. The disc will not play, and should be unloaded.

For Customer Use:

In spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the rear panel of your player.

Model No. Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

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Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OPERATING INSTRUCTION AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

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 the 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 with 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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15. When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use the headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may cause tearing damage.

16. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury.

18. Do not place a heavy object on or step on the apparatus. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the apparatus.

19. Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and apparatus malfunction.

20. Caution - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Caution: 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.

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Precautions

Notes on handling

• When shipping the Player, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

• Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the player. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the Player for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.

• The top and rear panels of the Player may become warm after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction.

• When the Player is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power.

• If you do not use the Player for a long period, the unit may not function properly in the future. Turn on and use the player occasionally.

Notes on locating

• Place the player on a level surface. Do not use is on a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbling table or inclined stand. The loaded disc may come off the proper position and cause damage to the player.

• When you place this player near a TV or radio, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case, place the player away from the TV or radio.

Notes on cleaning

Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.

• For stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in a weak detergent solution, wring well and wipe. Use a dry cloth to wipe it dry. Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner and gasoline, as they may damage the surface of the player.

• If you use a chemical saturated cloth to clean the unit, follow that product's instructions.

To obtain a clear picture

The player is a high tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picture quality becomes poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.

Notes on moisture condensation

Moisture condensation damages the player. Please read the following carefully. Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the player.

Moisture condensation occurs during the following cases.

• When you bring the player directly from a cold place to a warm place.

• When you use the player in a room where you just turned on the heater, or a place where the cold wind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.

• In summer, when you use the player in a hot and humid place just after you move the unit from an air-conditioned room.

• When you use the player in a humid place.

Do not use the player when moisture condensation may occur.

If you use the player in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc, connect the power cord of the player to the wall outlet, turn on the player, and leave it for two or three hours, the player will have warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the player connected to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom occur.

UNPACKING

First check and identify the contents of your HT-170 package, as listed below:

- DVD Home Theater

- Remote control (1)

- Audio cable (1 pair)

- Video cable (1)

- Owner’s manual (1)

- Size AAA batteries (2)

- AM loop antenna (1)

- FM wire antenna (1)

- Speakers (5), Subwoofer (1)

- Speaker cables (6) If any item should be damaged or missing, please inform your dealer without delay. Keep the packaging materials, you may need them to transport your player in the future.

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR DVD

A. Place the unit on a firm, flat surface. B. When you place the unit near other units, the playback picture may become poor and/or distorted. In this situation, move the

unit further away from them. C. Keep away from direct sunlight & domestic heating equipment. D. If placed in a cabinet, please allow at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space all around the player for proper ventilation.

TO OBTAIN A CLEAR PICTURE

This unit is a high tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts become dirty or worn down, the picture quality may become poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.

NOTICE:

The OSD and the illustration in this manual may be somewhat different from the unit. Please take the unit as the standard.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing our Home Theater System. With it, you will be able to enjoy full length DVD movies with true cinema picture quality, and stereo multichannel sound.

Your new unit also supports MP3, and WMA.Your player also has several unique features, including AFF (Active Full Screen Function that allows you to view wide screen movie presentations in full screen mode), component video output, S-Video (for greater picture clarity), Parental Control (to prevent children from viewing inappropriate content) and Kodak Picture CD compatibility (so you can view photos on your TV). This is a true multimedia machine designed for the multimedia world to enjoy. The digital age has never been easier to enjoy than with APEX Digital.

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 player.

CLEANING DISCS

• Fingerprints and dust 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 dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft

cloth and finish with a dry cloth.

• Do not use any type of solvent such as a thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or

anti-static spray for vinyl LP’s. It may damage the disc.

PLAYABLE DISCS

This unit can play back the following discs.

Disc Mark Contains Disc Size Maximum playback time

DVD

video

disc

MP3

Kodak

Picture

WMA

Audio

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio

Spec.

Audio

12 cm

Approx. 4 hours

(single sided disc)

Approx. 8 hours

(double sided disc)

Approx. 600+ minutes

Up to approx. 22 hours playback

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 such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.

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

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.

TYPE OF TV SYSTEM

Connect this unit to a TV compatible with the NTSC or PAL system.

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Table of Contents

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

Important Safety Instructions..................................................2

Introduction.............................................................................4

Notes on Discs........................................................................4

Index of Parts and Controls.....................................................5

Connecting to a TV..................................................................8

Speaker System Hookup........................................................9

HT-170/AV Amplifier Connection for AV Input & Antenna

Hookups................................................................................10

AFF Function. .......................................................................11

Playing Back a Disc...............................................................11

Locating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track.....................................13

Using the On-Screen Display................................................14

Playing Repeatedly..............................................................15

Playing in Random Order......................................................15

Index of Parts and Controls

FRONT PANEL

596 7

Zooming a Picture.................................................................15

Selecting the Camera Angles/Languages/Audio Settings....16

Selecting Subtitles................................................................16

Playing in a Favorite Order....................................................17

MP3 Operation......................................................................17

WMA Operation.....................................................................18

Playing Back Your Kodak Picture CD....................................18

Working with Your JPEG Files...............................................19

Memo On Output Sounds......................................................19

Setting the Parental Lock..................................................... 20

Customizing the Function Settings........................................21

Using the AM/FM Tuner.........................................................22

Specifications........................................................................23

Troubleshooting Guide .........................................................24

Limited Warranty...................................................................25

REAR PANEL

1 2 3

1 STANDBY/ON

2 POWER INDICATOR LIGHT

3 VFD

4 DISC TRAY

5 PLAY

6 PREVIOUS

7 VOLUME KNOB (VOLUME UP/DOWN)

8 NEXT

9 STOP

10 OPEN/CLOSE

* You can change the brightness of the front panel display by

pressing the DIMMER button repeatedly.

1 AV INPUT

COMPOSITE VIDEO, AUDIO L, AUDIO R

2 AV OUTPUT

COMPOSITE VIDEO, AUDIO L, AUDIO R

3 COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT

4 FM 75 OHMS WIRE ANTENNA

5 AM LOOP ANTENNA

6 (DOLBY 5.1 CHANNEL) SPEAKER TERMINALS

REAR R (+/-) REAR L (+/-) WOOFER (+/-)

CENTER (+/-) FRONT R (+/-) FRONT L (+/-)

7 POWER CORD

8 DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUTPUT

9 DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL OUTPUT

10 S-VIDEO OUTPUT

NOTICE:

The terminal printed with “DVD ONLY” on the rear panel indicats that this terminal can only function in DVD mode. The items mentioned in this manual, displayed on OSD or VFD, printed on rear panel are listed below in the left column corresponding to those listed in the right:

L/FL/FRONT L Front left channel R/FR/FRONT R Front right channel SL/LFET SUR/LS/REAR L Rear left channel

SR/RIGHT SUR/RS/REAR R Rear right channel C Center W/SW Woofer or Subwoofer

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Index of Parts and Controls

THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL.

Continued

1.AFF

2.FUNCTION

3.STANDBY

4.GOTO

5.PROGRAM

6.A-B REPEAT

7.NUMBER BUTTONS

8.SUBTITLE

9.AUDIO

10.DISPLAY

11.DIRECTION BUTTONS

12.TITLE

20.FAST REVERSE (TUNING -)

21.FAST FORWARD (TUNING +)

22.STEP

23.SLOW

24.ENTER

25.MODE

26.VOLUME+/-

27.MUTE

28.CLEAR

29.ZOOM

30.ANGLE

1 2

3 4

5 6

35 34

33 32

31 30

29 28 27

13.MENU

14.SETUP

15.SKIP FORWARD

31.KODAK T.E.

32.PRO LOGIC

33.DIMMER

(PRESET +)

34.PAL/NTSC

16.SKIP REVERSE (PRESET

)

17. FM/AM

18.PLAY/ PAUSE

19.STOP

35.SHUFFLE

36. REPEAT

37.OPEN/CLOSE

38.3D

NOTICE

• STANDBY button on this remote control unit is for standby power only.

• MUTE cut off sound momentarily, press again to reinstate sound. VOLUME+/- controls the audio output from the unit.

•

(VOLUME control is only available in audio analog output status.)

• When

“” displayed on TV, function is not operational on the disc.

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Index of Parts and Controls

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

To operate the unit, you must first place the batteries in the remote control.

1 2 3

Continued

Open the cover.

Insert batteries (AAA size).

Make sure to match the + and - on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment.

Close the cover.

OPERATING WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL

Operating unit with the remote control.

The remote control must point at the remote sensor, in order for the remote to function correctly.

30°

Distance:

Maximum of 7m from the front of the remote sensor.

Angle: Approximately 30° from each direction.

*Do not place the remote control under intense light source such as direct sunlight or illumination.

NOTICE

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW BECAUSE INCORRECT USE OF BATTERIES MIGHT CAUSE THEM TO LEAK OR ERODE.

• Do not place the batteries in the wrong direction.

• It is dangerous to charge, heat, open or short-circuit the batteries.

• Do not leave dead batteries or mix old with new battery in the remote control.

• When not using the remote control for a long duration of time, remove the batteries.

• If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the battery compartment, then replace the batteries.

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Connecting to a TV

SETTING UP YOUR UNIT

Step 1: Connect the RCA cable (red & white) from audio outputs of the unit to the TV Audio Inputs. Step 2: connect the RCA cable (yellow) from the video output on the back of your unit to the TV Video Input. (For TV that support S-video Input please follow the diagram to the right).

GOOD

Yellow Red

TV Video Input

White

TV Audio Input

BEST

Y, Pb, Pr can only output video signals when the unit is in DVD mode.

BETTER

S-Video can only output video signals when the unit is in DVD mode.

During connecting, do not connect the S-Video output and YPbPr component output terminals simultaneously.

White

Connect the unit with an optional S-Video cable, if the TV has an S-Video input. Do not connect the yellow video cable if using the S-Video cable.

Red

TV’s Audio Input

TV’s S-video input (Optional Cable)

Component Video Output

Component video output terminals when connected to selected TV and monitor will produce a highter picture

White

Red

quality. Depending on the selected TV and monitor, the wording of the component input terminals may vary. If there are any fluctuations with the color played back, adjust the TV or monitor to achieve the best audio and/or picture.

When connecting YPbPr, do not connect S-Video simultaneously.

NOTICE

• Turn off the power and unplug both units before setting up any connections.

• Please refer to the user’s manual of the connected TV.

• If you connect the unit to a video cassette recorder (VCR), or TV/VCR combinations, the playback picture might be distorted because all DVD unit incorporate copyright protection circuitry by Macrovision.

• Keep the unit away from any tuner or radio to avoid any static or distorted sound interference from a broadcast.

• Due to the wide dynamic range of sound output of the unit, adjust the volume of your receiver to a comfortable listening level to avoid any speaker damage.

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