Apex PD-100 User Manual
Safety precautions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of 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 of the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
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the appliance.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE, DUE TO THE HIGH RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT OPEN THE CABINET DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONL YQUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT THIS.
CAUTION: DURING PLA YBACK, THE DISC SPINS AT HIGH SPEED, SO DO
NOT LIFT OR MOVE THE PLA YER, DOING SO MAYDAMAGE THE DISC.
CAUTION:This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. Make sure
the device is shut down prior to opening player lid.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.
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1)THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED. INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
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DO NOT STAREINTO BEAM.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’ s manual carefully
and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an
authorized service location, or contact APEX Digital Inc.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 with the FCC Rules, Part 15.
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,this 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 of the following
measures:
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.
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not
expressly approved by APEX or parties authorized by APEX will void all
manufacture warranties.
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CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Please carefully study this manual and always keep it
available. There are, however, some installation and operation
precautions which you should be aware of.
1.Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2.Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5.Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7.Water and Moisture - Do not use this product 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 product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9.A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the product and cart combination to overturn.
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10.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product 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.
11.Power Sources - This product 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
product dealer or local power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12.Grounding or Polarization - This product may be 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.
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a
safety feature, If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
13.Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply 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 product.
14.Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an
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attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety
feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of
protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure
the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by
the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the
original plug.
15.Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, 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 70, provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size or
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure 131.1.
16.Lightning - For added protection for this product 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 product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
17.Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or 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.
18.Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
19.Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into
this product 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 product.
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20.Servicing - 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.
21.Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product 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.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
22.Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
23.Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
24.Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
26. Rechargeable battery - Charge voltage cannot below 12.4V.
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Introduction
Your new APEX Digital PD-50/100
Portable DVD player is designed for
you to enjoy all forms of disc media. Its
slim shape allows you to easily carry it
with you and enjoy movies and music
anywhere. Your player incorporates the
latest digital audio/video (AV)
technologies to give you the ultimate in
listening and viewing pleasure.
Your new player also supports CD and
MP3. Your player also has several
unique features, including an S-video
output (for greater picture clarity), large
active LCD screen, multi-angle and
multi-language, Parental Control (to
prevent children from viewing
inappropriate content), This is a truly
multimedia machine designed for the
multimedia world to enjoy. The digital
age has never been easier to enjoy
than with APEX Digital.
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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.
PLAYABLE DISCS
This DVD video player can play back the following
discs.
Disk Mark Contains Disc size Maximum playback time
DVD
video
disc
Audio
CD
MP3
CD
MP3
Audio
+
Video
(moving
pictures)
Audio
Audio
12 cm
12 cm
8 cm
(CD single)
12 cm
Approx. 4 hours
(single sided disc)
Approx. 8 hours
(double sided disc)
Approx. 74 minutes
Approx. 20 minutes
Approx. 600+ minutes
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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions............................................................1-2
Safety Information ............................................................3-6
Introduction ..........................................................................7
Note on discs ......................................................................8
Table of Contents ................................................................9
DVD Display ......................................................................10
Remote Control ............................................................11-12
Identification of Controls ....................................................13
Quick Starting Guide ....................................................14-15
Connecting to a TV ......................................................16-17
Connecting to Optional Equipment ..............................18-22
Playing Back a Disc......................................................23-26
Locating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track........................27
Playing Repeatedly ......................................................28-29
Playing in Favorite Order..............................................30-31
Zooming a Picture..............................................................32
Selecting Subtitles ..............................................................33
Using the On-Screen Display ............................................34
Selecting the Camera Angle ..............................................35
Setting the Parental Lock ..............................................36-37
Setting the Book Mark ........................................................38
Rechargeable Battery Installation ................................39-40
Customizing the Function Settings ....................................41
Warranty ............................................................................42
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DVD Display
1
5
6
3
2
7
4
1. DVD indicator
2. MP3 indicator
3. CD indicator
4. repeat mode indicator
5. play indicator
6. pause indicator
7. chapter number
8. play time indicator
(A-B, ALL)
The indicators (1- 3) vary depending on the
type of discs you play.
The indicator 4 shows the current disc with
playback control function.
The indicator 5 shows the current repeat mode,
point A to point B set up, or the entire disc.
The indicators (6- 7) shows disc playback
status.
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Remote Control
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIBE THE
FUNCTIONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL.
1. SETUP
2. POWER
3. DISPLAY
4. TITLE
5. NUMBERS
6. SLOW
7. PAUSE/STEP
8. REWIND
9. FORWARD
10. REPEAT
11. A-B REPEAT
12. MENU
13. MUTE
14. AUDIO
15. SUBTITLE
16. DIRECTION
(UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT)
17. SHIFT
18. STOP
19. PLAY
20. PREVIOUS
21. NEXT
22. BOOK MARK
23. PROGRAM
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
• When you need to use the keys
ANGLE, ZOOM, ENTER and
DIRECTION, set shift on by pressing
SHIFT, and set shift off to use
NUMBERS.
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13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
• Please turn the master power
switch on the DVD video player.
Power button on this remote control
unit is for standby power only.
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Remote Control
PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL
1. Open the cassette cover.
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Slide the cover in the direction of
the arrow 1 while folding down as
1
the arrow 2.
2. place the battery into the
guide.
3. Insert the tray into the
remote control.
OPERATING WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL
Operating DVD video player with the
remote control.
The remote control must point at the
remote sensor, in order for the DVD
player to function correctly.
Distance: Maximum of 7 m from the front of
the remote sensor.
Angle: Approximately 30º from each
direction.
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Identification of Controls
MAIN PANEL
1. LCD
(LIQUID CRYST ALDISPLA Y)
2. DISPLAY MODE
3. COLOR
1
2
4. BRIGHTNESS
5. DISC TRAY
6. OPEN
7. PLAY
8. STOP
9. FORWARD
10. REWIND
SIDE FACE
1
1. VOLUME
2. PHONES JACK
3. AUDIO SIGNAL JACK
(LEFT/RIGHT)
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4. VIDEO SIGNAL JACK
5. S-VIDEO OUT
6. AV SELECT (ON/OFF)
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4
5
6
7
8
9
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