Apex Digital DT250 User Manual

DT250

Digital TV Converter Box

User's Manual

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Manual del usuario

Important Safety Information

W AR NING: To prevent ﬁre or shock hazard, don’t expose to rain or m oisture.

These markings are located on the bottom, side or back of the u nit.

CAUTION: T o prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove back cover.

There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servic ing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

Thelightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol, withinanequilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to thepresenceofuninsulated“dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure that may be of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitue a risk of electric shock to persons.

Theexclamationpoint within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alertthe user to the presence of important operating and service maintenance instructions in the manual accompanying this product.

WARNING: “Normal ventilation of the product should not be impeded during

its intended use.”

Digital Te levision Transition Notice: This device contains a digital television tuner, so it should receive digital over the air TV programming, with a suitable antenna, after the end of full-power analog TV broadcasting in the United States on February 17, 2009. After February 17, 2009, a television receiver with only an analog broadcast tuner will require a converter box to receive full power overthe-air broadcasts with an antenna because of the Nation’s transition to digital broadcasting. Analog-only TVs should continue to work as before to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. When a converter box is used with an older television receiver, a signal splitter might be necessary to continue to receive low-power analog broadcasts via an antenna. Information about the DTV transition is available from www.DTV.gov or 1-888CALL-FCC, and from www.dtv2009.gov or 1-888-DTV-2009 for information about subsidized coupons for digital-to-analog converter boxes.

Important Safety Instructions

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read, retain and follow all of the safety and operating instructions before using this product.

2. WATER AND MOISTURE - The product should not be used near bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.

3. VENTILATION - Locate the product where it will be properly ventilated. Don’t place on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or place in a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Place away from heat sources such as heat registers, stoves or other AV component equipment that produce excessive heat.

4. GROUNDING AND POLARIZATION - Take precautions to ensure that the grounding or polarization means of the product are not defeated.

5. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power cord should be routed so that its not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the product.

6. CLEANING - Clean product with warm water and a soft cloth only.

7. POWER LINES - Outdoor antenna must be located away from power lines.

8. NONUSE PERIOD - The power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when it is to be left unused for an extended period of time.

9. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

10. CARTS AND STANDS - The product should be used only with a level table, cart or stand.

Important Safety Instructions

11. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - the product should be serviced by qualified personnel when: A. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged. B. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled into the product enclosure. C. The product has been exposed to rain. D. The product has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged. E. The product does not appear to operate normally or it exhibits a marked change in performance.

12. SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the user’s operating manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure that the antenna system is grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/-NFPA No. 70- 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

See Figure-1.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810 - 20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810 - 21)

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PARTH H)

GROUND CLAMPS

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

Fig - 1

Thank You for purchasing the DT250 digital TV converter box. It has been designed to bring you many years of viewing enjoyment from digital TV broadcasts when connected to a television that does not incorporate a digital tuner. Enjoy crystal clear quality that is free of ghosting and snowy interference.

The DT250 digital TV converter box includes the following:

- Remote Control

- 2 AAA Batteries

3.4

Special Note:

Digital TV broadcasts require an adequate signal strength from your antenna to provide the best possible viewing experience. Should a TV broadcast be disrupted by choppy reception or picture stutter, readjust your antenna or consider a high quality rooftop antenna for best results.

Introduction

What’s In The Box?

- AV Cables

- RF Cable

- Owner’s Manual

Unit Dimensions:

Net Weight:

Aspect Ratio:

Tuner Type/ Range:

Resolution:

9” x 6.1” x 1.6”

2 lbs.

16:9 / 4:3

ATSC/ RF CH 2-69

Down converts to 480i

Video Outputs:

Composite (1); S Video (1), RF Out

with Audio

Video Inputs:

RF (1); Smart Antenna (optional)

Audio Outputs:

L/R Audio

Energy Standards: <1 Watt While in Sleep Mode

Specifications

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Table of Contents

etting Started

Important Safety Information ...................................................

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

Introduction / What’s In The Box? / Specifications ............

Table of Contents .....................................................................

nitial Setup Before Use

iewing TV Broadcasts

eneral Information

Remote Control Battery Installation....................................

Remote Control Functions..................................................

Front / Rear Panel Overview.................................................

Analog Pass-Through Quick Setup......................................

Connection to TV.................................................................

Connection to Stereo..........................................................

Quick Start Guide................................................................

Remote Control Overview

To Mute Sound / Number Buttons / CCD / Menu / Exit........................

Remote Control Overview

Arrow Buttons / Channel / Volume / Recall / Display / Guide ...............

Remote Control Overview

Favorite Channels / Signal / Add & Delete Favorite Channels / MTS...

Zoom Functions ...............................................................

Main Menu

Auto Program / Auto Scan of Digital Channels / Manual Channel

Set / Set Password Code.......................................................................

Main Menu

Parental Controls / Closed Caption / Language / Sleep Timer............

Main Menu

Smart Antenna/ Time Zone/ TV Aspect Ratio/ Reset Default Settings.......

Display Menus

Guide/ Signal/ Volume ...........................................................................

Troubleshooting Guide.....................................................

Index....................................................................................

Limited Warranty................................................................

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4 5

6 7 8

9 10 11 12

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15 16

Remove the battery compartment cover. Load two fresh “AAA” batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure the batteries are inserted properly, matching polarity by referring to the symbols “+ -” marked in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover.

• When replacing batteries, replace both of them. Do not mix new and

used batteries together as battery life will be shortened.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Remote Control Operation Range

Remote Sensor

Point the remote control unit no more than 20 feet from the remote sensor and within 30º from the front of the unit.

• The operating distance may vary depending on

the brightness in the room.

Note:

• Do not point bright lights towards the remote control

signal sensor.

• Do not place objects between the remote control

unit and the remote signal sensor.

• Do not use the remote control unit while operating

other units at the same time.

30º

Remote Control Battery Installation

Remote Control Functions

Zoom button

(PG. 16)

Exit button

(PG. 13)

Add/Delete Favorites CH

(PG. 15)

Favorite Channel (up)

(PG. 15)

Menu button

(PG. 13)

Guide button

(PGS. 14, 20)

Closed Caption button

(PGS. 13, 18)

Recall button

(PG. 14)

Favorite Channel (down)

(PG. 15)

Number buttons

(PG. 13)

Power button

(PG. 13)

Mute button

(PG. 13)

Display button

(PGS. 14, 19)

Signal Strength

(PGS. 15, 20)

MTS button

(PG. 15)

/OK/Vol/Ch

(PGS. 14, 17-20)

MUTE

CH +

CH -

GUIDE

SIGNAL

FAV +

FAV - MTS

ZOOM

FAV

EXIT

VOL -

RECALL

DISPLAY

VOL +

2 3

5 6

- CCD

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