Apex PF2720, PF3230, PF2020, PF2730, PF3220 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COLOR TELEVISIONS

PF2020 PF2720 PF3220 PF2030 PF2730 PF3230

Please read this manual carefully before operation.

Instruction Manual

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.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

CAUTION

DO NOT OPEN.

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

Caution: Attention:

de la prise et pousser jusqu’ au fond.

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

Caution:

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:

(Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provi des 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 poi nt of cable entry as practical.

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Pour éviter les chocs électriqu es, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspond ante

Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code

Customer Record

You will find the model number and chassis number of your TV on the back of your TV set. 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:

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refe servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

PACKING LIST

Parts QTY

Color TV Receiver 1

Remote Control 1

Operation Manual 1

AAA Alkaline Batteries 2

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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 plu g. 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 req uired when the appa ratus has been damaged in a ny

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 TV should only be serviced by an authorized and properly trained technician. Opening the

cover or other attempts by the user to service this TV 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 TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. 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 energ y 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 TV.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the TV 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 F ederal 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Safety Precautions 1 ····························································································································· Specifications 3 Feature Descriptions 4 Front and Rear Unit Profiles 5 Remote Control Features 8

INSTALLATION

Connecting the Antenna 9 Installing the Remote Control Batteries 9 Connecting A/V Equipment 10

Input from Device to TV 10 Output from TV to Device 10

FUNCTIONS & FEATURES

Turn On/Off 13 Basic Functions 13 Function Selection Menus 13 Useful Remote Control Features 16

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Programming the Remote Control 18

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

LIMITED UNITED STATES WARRANTY

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SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL PF2020 PF2030 PF2720 PF2730 PF3220 PF3230

Television System NTSC-M Channel Coverage VHF 2-13, UHF 14~69

Cable TV Coverage

Channels Preset 181 Antenna Input

Screen Dimensions

Audio Output Power Source Unit Weight

Unit Dimensions

Packaged Dimensions Power Consumption

Hyper Band (AA~ZZ, AAA, BBB)/Ultra Band (65~94, 100~125)

15.98x12.01 in 406x305 mm

2W+2W

55lbs. ( 25kg)

23.03x18.14x19.09 in. 585x461x485mm

25.79x21.02x22.24 in. 655x534x565mm

100W

Mid Band (A-8~A-1, A~I)/Super Band (J~W)

75 ohm (unbalanced)

21.26x 15.94 in 540x405 mm

5W+5W

~120Vac 60Hz

97.9lbs. ( 44.5kg)

29.09x22.83x19.29 in. 739x580x490mm

33.07x26.38x23.43in. 840x670x595mm

135W

25.20x 18.82 in 640x478 mm

5W+5W

156lbs. ( 71kg)

33.70x26.34x22.05 in. 856x669x560mm

40x30.55x27.76in. 1016x776x705mm

170W

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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 Input (Rear) - standard composite input designed for use with A/V devices, such as a VCR or DVD player AV Input (Side) - input designed for infrequent use, such as with a camcorder or video game unit AV Output (Rear) -output signals from TV to devices such as a VCR S-Video Input - input designed for greater clarity and sharpness; also known as S-VHS DVD Input (Rear) - standard input designed for use with DVD player RF IN Jack - standard coaxial antenna jack Channel Recall - instant return to the last channel viewed Closed Caption Display - feature that displays the closed captions or text of a TV broadcast Parental Control - feature that all 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, Music and Movie Trilingual On Screen Display (OSD) - TV's on screen display, can be either English, French, or Spanish MTS Stereo/Video Stereo- stereo sound for superior TV viewing experience Favorite Channel -used to set favorite channels Channel Label -used to label channels Full -used to switch the TV between Wide and Normal modes On/Off Timer - feature that allows the user to set a timer to turn on/off the TV and tune the TV to a preset chann el

at preset time

FEATURES

181 Channel Tuner AV Input (Rear) AV Input (Side) S-Video Input DVD Input (Rear) AV Output (Rear) Screen Size Pure Flat CRT Universal Remote Control Auto Program Channel Recall Closed Caption Parental Control Picture Modes Trilingual OSD Sound Modes MTS Stereo/AV Stereo Favorite Channel Channel Label Full On/Off Timer Sleep Off/Auto Off without Signal in TV Mode AVC (Automatic Volume Control) 3 Lines Comb Filter VSM Color Temp Control X-Ray Protection Blue Back On/Off Digital Geometric Correction Child Lock Black Level Stretch Automatic White Balance Adjustment

PF2020 PF2030 PF2720 PF2730 PF3220 PF3230

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20” 20” 27” 27” 32” 32”

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Front and Rear Unit Profiles Front panel

PF2020/PF2030

Rear panel

STANDBY INFRARED SENSOR POWER LED

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Front and Rear Unit Profiles (continued) Front panel

PF2720/3220

Rear panel

STANDBY INFRARED SENSOR POWER LED

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Front and Rear Unit Profiles (continued) Front panel

PF2730/3230

Rear panel

STANDBY INFRARED SENSOR POWER LED

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