Apex digital ADV-3800 Owner Manual

0 (0)

Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous volt within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute 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.

			!
		CAUTION
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
		DO NOT OPEN

		RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE
AVIS		RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE
AVIS		PAS OUVRIR

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:	DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE 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. 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 LABORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LAPRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOUD.

CAUTION:

FCC NOTICE:

WARNING:

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

This VCR&DVD 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 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.

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. 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.

Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by APEX or parties authorized by APEX 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 combo player.

Model No.		Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

A D V - 3 8 0 0

A P E X

D I G I T A L

Important Safety Instructions

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 dry 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 the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping splashing and that no objects fill with liquid such as vases, “WARNING” To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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.

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 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.

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.

A P E X

D I G I T A L

A D V - 3 8 0 0

Important Safety Instructions

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. 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.

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.

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.

UNPACKING

First check and identify the contents of your Combo Player package, as listed below:

VCR&DVD Player	1
AUDIO cable(red and white)	1
Video cable(yellow)	1
Batteries(AAA)	2
Remote control	1
RF(Radio Frenquency)Antenna Cable	1
User’s manual	1

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 PALCE YOUR Combo Player

A.Place the unit on a firm, flat surface.

B.When you place this combo player near a radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and/or distorted. In this situation, move the Combo player away from the other units.

C. 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 Combo Player is a precision device. If the optical pick-up lens, disc drive parts and head are dirty or worn down, picture quality can become poor. We recommend regular inspection and maintenance every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environment.

Note:

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

A D V - 3 8 0 0

A P E X

D I G I T A L

Introduction

Your new APEX Digital VCR&DVD PLAYER is designed for you to enjoy all forms of disc media and VHS Tape. Your player will allow you to enjoy fulllength motion pictures with “at-the-movies” picture and cinema quality sound.

Your new player also supports CD, 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), S- Video and component video output (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 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 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.

PLAYABLE DISCS

This Combo Player can playback the following discs.

Disc Mark

Contains

Disc Size

Maximum playback time

Approx. 4 hours

Audio

DVD

(single sided disc)

video

Video

12 cm

disc

(moving

Approx. 8 hours

pictures)

(double sided disc)

12 cm

Approx. 74 minutes

Audio

8 cm

Approx. 20 minutes

(CD single)

MP3

Approx. 600+ minutes

Audio

12 cm

Kodak

Picture

Spec.

12 cm

Up to approx. 22 hours

WMA

12 cm

Audio

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.

•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 player plays region 1 DVDs only.

TYPE OF TV SYSTEM

Connect this Combo Player to a TV with the NTSC system.

A P E X

D I G I T A L

A D V - 3 8 0 0

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions....................................................	1
Important Safety Instructions.....................................	2
Introduction...............................................................	4
Notes On Discs..........................................................	4
Identification of Controls............................................	5
Remote Control.........................................................	6
Connecting with TV....................................................	8
Connecting Optional Equipment................................	8
Connecting TV With S-VIDEO /Component Jack,
AMP With Digital Audio Out Jack...............................	9
Progressive Scan......................................................	9
VCR Playback.........................................................	10
Recording................................................................	10
Search Function......................................................	11
VCR Setting.............................................................	12
AFF Function...........................................................	14
Playing Back a Disc.................................................	14
Locating a Specific Title,
Chapter or Track......................................................	16

Using the On-screen Display...................................	17
Playing Repeatedly..................................................	18
Playing in Random Order........................................	18
Zooming a Picture On DVD....................................	18
Selecting The Camera Angle/
Language/Audio Settings........................................	19
Selecting Subtitles ..................................................	19
Playing in a Favorite order.......................................	20
MP3 Operation........................................................	20
WMA Operation.......................................................	21
Playing Back Your Kodak Picture CD......................	21
Playing Your JPEG Files..........................................	22
Memo On Output Sounds........................................	22
Setting the Parental Lock........................................	23
Customizing the Function Settings..........................	24
Troubleshooting Guide............................................	25
Specifications..........................................................	26
Limited Warranty ....................................................	27

Identification of Controls

FRONT PANEL

13 14 15 16 17

1POWER

2 VIDEO INPUT JACK

3AUDIO INPUT JACK

4RECORD

5TV/VCR

6 CHANNEL UP/DOWN BUTTON

7 VCR INDICATOR

8VCR DECK

9 OPERATION DISPLAY WINDOW

10EJECT

11DVD INDICATOR

12DVD/VCR

13DISC TRAY

14STOP

15FAST REVERSE

16PLAY/PAUSE

17FAST FORWARD

18OPEN/CLOSE

REAR PANEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

1 DIGITAL AUDIO-OPTICAL OUTPUT

2S-VIDEO OUTPUT

3DIGITAL AUDIO-COAXIAL OUTPUT

4COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr

5 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT L R

6 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT L R

7 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT L R

8 COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT

9 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

10RF OUTPUT

11ANTENNA INPUT

A D V - 3 8 0 0

A P E X

D I G I T A L

Remote Control

THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL.

1.	POWER	18.	NUMBER BUTTONS
2.	STEP	19.	OPEN/CLOSE
3.	SUBTITLE	20.	ANGLE
4.	SHUFFLE	21.	I/P
5.	REPEAT	22.	ZOOM
6.	AUDIO	23.	AFF
7.	A-B REPEAT	24.	DISPLAY
8.	DVD	25.	REC
9.	VCR	26.	TITLE
10.	SETUP	27.	ENTER
11.	MENU	28.	STOP
12.	DIRECTION BUTTONS	29.	SKIP REVERSE
13.	PLAY/PAUSE	30.	SKIP FORWARD
14.	FAST FORWARD	31.	SPEED
15.	FAST REVERSE	32.	TV/VCR
16.	PROGRAM	33.	COUNTER/CLOCK
17.	SEARCH	34.	INPUT SEL.
		35.	CLEAR/RESET

1				1
				1



2				2
2

3														21

4														22


5														23
5														23


6


7														24


8


9														25

10
10


11														26

														27


12

				28
13


14				29
14

15	30
16	31
17	32
17
	33
18	34
18

!• POWER button on the remote control is for standby power.

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

•Child Lock!!!

Press the POWER button of the remote control for about 8 seconds. No buttons of front panel and remote control can be operated now and Lock indicator “ ” will be displayed on window display. To release child lock, press the POWER button of the remote control for about 8 seconds.

A P E X

D I G I T A L

A D V - 3 8 0 0

Remote Control	Continued

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

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

	2	3
1

Open the	Insert batteries (AAA size).	Close the cover.
	Make sure to match the + and - on
	the batteries to the marks inside the
	battery compartment.

OPERATING WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL

Operating player with the remote control.

3 0 3 0

!BATTERIES

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

Distance: Maximum of 7 m from the front of the remote sensor. Angle: Approximately 30º from each direction.

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

INCORRECT USE OF BATTERIES MIGHT CAUSE THEM TO LEAK, CORRODE OR EXPLODE.

•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 new with old batteries in the remote control.

•When not using the remote control for a long duration of time, remove the batteries.When operating range becomes reduced, replace batteries.

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

!REMOTE CONTROL

•The remote control should be aimed directly towards the remote sensor of the Combo Player.

A D V - 3 8 0 0

A P E X

D I G I T A L

Connecting With TV

• In connecting RF cable to TV, set TV channel to CH3.

How to Connect with RF cable or AV cable

1 Connect antenna cable to the “ANT.IN” jack on rear panel of player.

2 Connect TV to the Combo Player by connecting the “RF OUT” jack with “ANT.IN” jack of the TV with RF cable. 3 Connect AV OUT jack on VCR&DVD PLAYER to AV IN jack of the TV with RCA cables.

• Connect with Audio/Video terminal, you can enjoy more clean video and audio.

Connecting With Optional Equipment

How to Connect

1 Connect AV OUT jack on camcorder (or playback video) to AV IN jack on rear panel (or front panel) of VCR&DVD PLAYER with RCA cables.

A P E X

D I G I T A L

A D V - 3 8 0 0

Connecting TV With S-VIDEO/Component Jack, AMP With Digital Audio Out jack

How to Connect(DVD only)

1 Connect S-VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT OUT to TV. 2.Connect analog AUDIO OUTPUT(L/R) jack to TV.

3 Connect COAXIAL or OPTICAL to AMP of Dolby Digital.

Progressive Scan

WHAT IS PROGRESSIVE SCAN?

With the introduction of Digital/High-Definition TV, televisions can scan viewable information at double the frequency of standard NTSC televisions. This provides for greater picture clarity and detail. This player provides the delivery of images to these newer televisions with greater detail and film like quality. Connect the player to your HDTV ready television using the component video inputs/outputs.

HOW TO SETUP THE VIDEO SCAN MODE?

Connect this Player with Y, Pr and Pb, if your TV has Progressive Scan and Component Video input. Press I/P button on remote control unit to switch between Interlace & Progressive Scan mode.

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. DVD video discs are copy protected, and any recordings made from these discs will be distorted.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Labs.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

A D V - 3 8 0 0

A P E X

D I G I T A L

+ 19 hidden pages