APEX Digital AD660 User Manual

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Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with a 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.

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 VOLTA GES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONLY QUALIFIED SER VICE 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 JUSQ U' A U FOUD .

CAUTION: This Digital Video Disc Pla y er emplo ys a Laser System. To pre v ent direct e xposure to the laser beam, do not

try to open the enclosure. Visib le laser radiation when open and interloc ks def eated. The use of control adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in

hazardous radiation exposure.

DO NOTST AREINTOBEAM.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this o wner’s man ual carefully and retain for future ref erence. 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 de vice. Pursuant with

the FCC Rules, Part 15. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approv ed b y APEX or parties authorized by

APEX will void all the manuf acture warranties .

THE REGION CODE FOR THE UNIT IS 1.

Since it is very usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in diff erent regions of the w orld, 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.

For Customer Use:

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

Model No. Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE

PAS OUVRIR

WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PART INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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Important Safety Instructions

1. READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL - Follow all the operating and

installation instructions.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions

should be retained for future use.

3. PAY ATTENTION TO WARNINGS - All warnings on the

appliances and in the operating instructions should be followed.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating instructions to

achieve optimal use.

5. POWER SOURCES - This product should only be operated from

the type of power source indicated on the label.

6. HEAT - This unit should be situated away from heat sources,

such as amplifiers, radiators, stoves or any other units producing heat.

7.WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use this unit near water, for

example: near the kitchen sink, a bath tub, washbowl, laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.

8. CLEANING - Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners directly on the unit. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

9. CARTS AND STANDS - The unit and cart combination should

be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn. The unit should be used only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer.

10. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items places upon or against them

11. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlet, or extension

cords. This can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

12. DISC TRAY - Keep your fingers well clear of the disk tray as it

is closing. It may cause serious personal injury,or do damage to the machine.

13.WEIGHT - Do not place a heavy object (amplifier, receiver) on

your DVD player. The object may fall,

causing serious

personal injury or death.

14. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the units openings. Such situations could result in fire or electrical shock.

15. NON-USE PERIODS - The power cord of the unit should be

unplugged, when not in use for a long time.

16. DISC - Do not use a deformed, cracked, or heavily scratched

disc. Using these disc will limit your viewing pleasure, and/or may damage the internal workings of your machine.

17. LIGHTING AND POWER SURGES - Use a power strip to help

eliminate surges and spikes caused by lighting and static electric charges.

18. POLARIZATION OR GROUNDING - Precautions should be

taken so that the grounding or polarization means of a unit is not defeated. To prevent electric shock match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot of the outlet and fully insert. If the wide blade does not match up with the outlet try reversing the plug.

19. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Only

qualified APEX service technicians should work on your DVD

video Player.

20. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The unit should be ser viced

by qualified APEX author ized specialist when:

A. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

B. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. C. If objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into

the unit. D. If the unit has been exposed to water or rain. E. If the unit has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

21. SAFETY CHECK - Ask the ser vice technician to perform safety

checks upon completion of the unit.

22.WALL AND CEILING MOUNTING - The unit should be

mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

CAUTION:

PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.

This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and service. There are, however, some installati on and operation precautions which you should be aware of.

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Introduction

Your DVD video player is a player for digital video discs conforming to the universal DVD video standard. With it, you will be able to enjoy full-length movies with true cinema picture quality, and stereo or multichannel sound (depending on the disc, and on your playback setup). The unique features of this DVD video, such as selection of sound track and subtitle languages, and of different camera angles (again depending on the disc), are all included. What’s more, Parental Control lets you decide which discs your children will be able to see.

You will find your player remarkably easy to use, by way of the On-Screen Display (setup menu) and player display, in combination with the remote control.

UNPACKING

When shipping the DVD video player, the original shipping carton and packing comes in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

First check and identify the contents of your DVD video player package, as listed below:

- DVD video player

- Remote control handset with separately packed batteries

- Power cable

- S-Video cable (1)

- RCA cables (3) (1 yellow, 1 red, and 1 white)

- Owner’s manual

- Size AAA batteries (2) If any item should be damaged or missing, please inform your supplier without delay. Keep the packaging materials, you may need them to transport your player in the future.

WHERE TO LOCATE Y OUR DVD

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

The DVD video player is a high technology, 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.

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Table of Contents

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

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

Introduction ........................................ 3

Identification of Controls .................... 5

DVD Display..........................................6

Remote Control.................................. 7 - 8

Connecting to a TV ............................ 9

Connecting to a TV using a RF Modulator

..............................................................10 - 11

Connecting to Optional Equipment .... 12 - 13

What is MP3 and VCD ?.......................14 - 15

Playing Back a Disc ........................... 16 - 18

Locating a Specific Title,

Chapter or Track ................................ 19 - 20

Playing Repeatedly ........................... 21

Playing in Random Order ................... 22

Zooming a Picture ............................. 23

Selecting the Camera Angle/

Selecting a Language ........................ 24

Playing in a Favorite Order.................. 25

Selecting Subtitles ............................. 26

Using the On-screen Display ............ 27

Setting the Parental Lock................... 28

Customizing the Function Settings .... 29

Notes on Discs................................... 30

Specifications..................................... 31

Before Calling Service Personnel ...... 32

Memo ................................................ 33

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Identification of Controls

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

1 2 4 5

1POWER ON/OFF 2DVD DISPLAY 3DISC LOADING TRAY 4 OPEN/CLOSE 5STOP

6 PLAY 7PAUSE 8 SKIP REVERSE 9 SKIP FORWARD

1S-VIDEO OUTPUT 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT 3 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 1 4 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2 5 DIGITAL AUDIO-COAXIAL OUTPUT 6POWER CORD INPUT

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DVD Display

The indicators vary depending on the kinds of discs you play.

DVD Video discs

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

• During playback:

Example

Some DVD video discs may not display the chapter numbers or elapsed time.

TITLE

DVD

0:00:02

Playing chapter 3

Elapsed time of the current title

VCD Video discs

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

• During playback:

Example

TRK VCD

1:12:56

Playing track 3

Elapsed time of the current title

Compact Disc

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

• During playback:

Example

TRK CD

0:00:02

Playing track 3

Elapsed time of the current title

MP3 discs

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

• During playback:

Example

TRK

0:00:02

Playing track 3

Elapsed time of the current title

CH/

1:0

PBC

1:0

• Other indicators

When playing back the same title, chapter or track repeatedly.

When playback is paused. When playing back a specific segment

repeatedly. (A-B repeat)

During memory playback. During shuffle playback. When playing back the entire disc repeatedly. When the camera angle can

be changed.

• Display directions

OPEN

INITIAL

TITLE

STOP

ROOT

VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD indicator

Operating status indicator

Title number

Chapter/track number indicator

DVD indicator

Repeat playback mode indicator

MEMORY indicator

PBC indicator

Angle icon indicator

To t al playing time indicator

ALL

PROG

TOTAL

DSVCD

DVD

CH/TRKPBCTITLE

Dolby Digital indicator

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18. ANGLE

19. PAL/NTSC (SWITCH)

20. ZOOM

21. VOLUME

22. MUTE

23. FORWARD

24. REWIND

25. RESUME

26. ENTER/PLAY

27. REPEAT

28. A-B REPEAT

29. DISPLAY

30. GOTO

31. PROGRAM

Remote Control

1. POWER

2. TITLE

3. SUBTITLE

4. NUMBERS

5. PREVIOUS SKIP

6. FORWARD SKIP

7. STOP

8. PAUSE/PLAY

9. SETUP

10. DIRECTION

(UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT)

11. SLOW

12. STEP

13. PBC OFF

(PLAYBACK CONTROL)

14. SHUFFLE

15. DVD DIGEST

16. OPEN/CLOSE

17. AUDIO

THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL.

NOTICE

• Please turn the master power switch on,on the DVD video player. Power button on this remote control unit is for standby power only.

• PAL/NTSC system switch button, if your DISC is PAL system, the picture on TV screen will keep going up and down, press P/N button to normal playbac k.

• PBC---PLAYBACK CONTROL.

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Remote Control

Continued

1 2 3

Open the cover.

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.

*Please do not place the remote sensor towards any light source such as direct sunlight or illumination. The DVD video player will malfunction, if you do so.

Insert batteries (AAA size).

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

Close the cover.

NOTICE (BATTERIES)

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

To operate the DVD video player, you must first place the batteries in the remote control.

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

• 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/new batteries in the remote control.

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

• When difficulties occur, with the remote control, or if the operating range becomes reduced, then replace the batteries.

• If leakage from the battery occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the batter y compar tment, then replace the batter ies.

• With normal usage the batteries should last one year.

NOTICE (REMOTE CONTROL)

• The remote control should be aimed directly towards the remote sensor of the DVD video player.

• Avoid dropping the remote control.

• Avoid spilling any liquids and/or extreme heat.

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Connecting to a TV

NOTICE

• It will be helpful to also refer to the manual of the connected TV.

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

• The playback picture will be distorted, if you do not connect the DVD video player directly to your TV because DVD video discs are protected by Macrovision.

• Therefore, if you connect the DVD video player to a video cassette recorder (VCR), or TV/VCR combination, the playback picture will be distorted.

GOOD, BETTER, BEST

Connecting the DVD video player to your TV.

• How to setup the sound output

From the SETUP MENU, set the “AUDIO OUT” to “ANALOG”.

• How to setup the video output

From the SETUP MENU, set the “SET VIDEO OUT” to “S-VIDEO” when using the S VIDEO OUT jack.

GOOD

Red

White

Yellow

Red

White

Yellow

BETTER

Red

White

Black

Red

White

Connect the DVD video player with the S Video cable, if the TV has an S video input. Do not connect the yellow video cable if using the S Video cable.

Black

TV Audio Input

TV Video Input

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Connecting to a TV using a RF Modulator

Connection 1

Figure 1

Connecting the TV to the DVD through the VCR

Note: Many VCRs will distort the picture of a DVD

player.This is NOT a malfunction of the DVD player or VCR.All DVD manufacturers are required to install macrovision copyright ciruritry to prevent copying via VCR.This is what causes the distortion.

1) Connect the three-terminal composite video cable to the back of your Apex DVD player.This cable has three prongs, one each in yellow, red, and white.The yellow prong will go into the jack labeled "Video Out"; the white prong will go into the jack labeled "Front-L";the red prong will go into the jack labeled "Front-R".

2) Connect the opposite end of the composite-video cable into the back of the RF modulator. Make sure to match up the colors correctly.

3) Connect a coaxial cable from the "Antenna Out" jack on the back of your VCR to the "Antenna" jack on the RF modulator.The coaxial cable is the onewire, metal-ended type that you screw onto the VCR.

4) Connect a coaxial cable from the "To TV" jack on the RF modulator to the jack on the back of your TV.

Many older televisions do not have the newer component-video, composite-video, or s-video connections that optimize DVD technology. While it would be advised to purchase a newer television in order to take full advantage of the digital quality of DVD’s, it is possible to connect an older television to a DVD player. This connection requires a device called an RF modulator.

First, it is necessary to ascer tain whether or not your TV needs a RF modulator. Look at the back of your TV. If you see three input connectors lined up in a row, in the colors of yellow, red, and white, then you will not need an RF modulator.If you see a connector labeled "s-video", then you will not need an RF modulator. If you do not have either of these connectors, then you will need to purchase an RF modulator from the store where you purchased your Apex Digital DVD player or other home electronics retailers.

Older televisions use a coaxial connection, which combines all of the video signal from an exterior source into a single line.This line is then translated by your TV into the picture you see.The RF modulator combines the output signals from the DVD player, or any other device, into the coaxial connection for use by your television.

Below are written and pictoral instructions on the proper way to connect an RF modulator to your Apex DVD player and your TV.

Note: Not all RF Modulators are compatible

with APEX Digital players. Please see our

website for recommendations.

5) Make sure your TV is set to the appropriate channel before using your DVD player.In most cases, this is channel 3 or 4.

DVD (Back)

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

TV / Video Input Conntection

VIDEO OUT

(V)

(L)

(R)

TV /Audio Input Conntection

(L)

Your VCR (Back)

UHF/Antenna OUT

(R)

Coaxial

RF-Modulator

VTo TV AntennaRL

(V)

Your TV (Back)

UHF/Antenna IN

Coaxial

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Connecting to a TV using a RF Modulator

Figure 3

Connection 3

Connecting the TV , DVD,VCR, and Cable or Satelite Box

2) Connect the opposite end of the compositevideo cable into the back of the RF modulator. Make sure to match up the colors correctly.

3) Connect a coaxial cable from the "Antenna Out" jack on the back of your cable or satellite receiver to the "Antenna In" jack on the back of your VCR. The coaxial cable is the one-wire, metal-ended type that you screw onto the VCR.

4) Connect a coaxial cable from the "Antenna Out" jack on the back of your VCR to the "Antenna" jack on the RF modulator.

5) Connect a coaxial cable from the "To TV" jack

Figure 2

Connection 2

Connecting the TV to the DVD through the Cable or Satelite Box

2) Connect the opposite end of the compositevideo cable into the back of the RF modulator. Make sure to match up the colors correctly.

3) Connect a coaxial cable from the "Antenna Out" jack on the back of your Cable or Satellite receiver to the "Antenna" jack on the RF modulator.The coaxial cable is the one-wire, metal-ended type that you screw onto the VCR.

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4) Connect a coaxial cable from the "To TV" jack on the RF modulator to the jack on the back of your TV.

5) Make sure your TV is set to the appropriate channel before using your DVD player. In most cases, this is channel 3 or 4.

on the RF modulator to the jack on the back of your TV.

6) Make sure your TV is set to the appropriate channel before using your DVD player. In most cases, this is channel 3 or 4. Also make sure

that the VCR is set to the appropriate channel, as well.This selector is usually on the back of your VCR. Consult your VCR manual for further information.

DVD (Back)

Your TV (Back)

COAXIAL

TV / Video Input Conntection

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

(V)

(L)

(R)

TV /Audio Input Conntection

RF-Modulator

VTo TV AntennaRL

(L)

(R)

Your Cable/Satelite Box

INOUT

(V)

UHF/Antenna IN

Coaxial

To your Cable/Satelite connection

(Back)

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO OUT

(V)

TV /Audio Input Conntection

Your Cable/Satelite Box

(L)

(R)

TV / Video Input Conntection

INOUT

(L)

Your TV (Back)

UHF/Antenna IN

Coaxial

RF-Modulator

VTo TV AntennaRL

(V)

(R)

Your V CR (Back)

UHF/Antenna OUT

Coaxial

OUT

To your Cable/Satelite connection

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