Apex Digital LAD-703 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.

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 saf ety standards . The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the f ollowing procedures f or installation, use , and service. There are, however , some installation and operation precautions which you should be aware of.

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

2. R

ETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future use.

3. P

AY ATTENTION TO WARNINGS - All warnings on the

appliances and in the operating instructions should be followed.

4. F

OLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating

instructions to achieve optimal use.

5. P

OWER SOURCES - This product should only be

operated from the type of power source indicated on the label.

6. H

EAT - This unit should be situated away from heat

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

7.W

ATER 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. C

LEANING - 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. C

ARTS 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. P

OWER-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. O

VERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlet, or

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

12. D

ISC TRAY - Keep your fingers well clear of the disc

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

13.W

EIGHT - Do not place a heavy object (amplifier,

receiver) on your DVD player. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury or death.

14. O

BJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so

Important Safety Instructions

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

15. N

ON-USE PERIODS - The power cord of the unit

should be unplugged, when not in use for a long time.

16. D

ISC - 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. L

IGHTING AND POWER SURGES - Use a power strip to

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

18. P

OLARIZATION OR GROUNDING - Precautions should be

taken so that the polarization or grounding 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. S

ERVICING - Do not attempt to service this unit

yourself. Only qualified APEX ser vice technicians should work on your DVD Player.

20. D

AMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The unit should be

serviced by qualified APEX authorized 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.W

ALL AND CEILING MOUNTING - The unit should be

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

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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 mo vies with true cinema picture quality, and stereo or multi-channel sound (depending on the disc, and on your playbac k setup). The unique features of this DVD video , such as selection of sound track and subtitle languages, and of diff erent 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 , b y way of the OnScreen 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 players package, as listed below:

- DVD video player

- Remote control handset with separately packed batteries

- Power cable

- 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 - 3

Introduction ........................................ 4

Identification of Controls .................... 6

DVD Display....................................... 7

Remote Control.................................. 8 - 9

Connecting to a TV using a RF Modulator

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

Preparation before Operation ........... 12 - 15

What is MP3 and VCD?..................... 16

Basic Operation ................................. 17 - 20

Playing Disc in Various Ways ........... 21 - 30

MP3 Operations ................................ 31 - 33

Karaoke ............................................. 33

Function Settings .............................. 34 - 41

Notes on Discs .................................. 42

Specifications ..................................... 43

Before Calling Service Personnel ...... 44

Memo ................................................ 45

Limited Warranty ................................ 46

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Identification of Controls

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

1 6

2 3 4 5 7

1POWER ON/OFF 2 MIC 1 3 MIC 2 4MIC LEVEL 5 ECHO LEVEL 6DVD DISPLAY 7DISC LOADING TRAY

8 PLAY

9PAUSE 10 STOP 11 OPEN/CLOSE 12 SKIP REVERSE 13 SKIP FORWARD

14 DIRECT PLAY OR DISC EXCHANGER

12 13 14

8 9

1POWER SUPPLY CORD 2 5.1 CHANNEL AUDIO OUT 3MIXED AUDIO OUT 4VIDEO OUT 5S-VIDEO OUT 6COAXIAL OUT

3 4

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DVD Display

• 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.

The indicators vary depending on the kinds of discs you play. Push the DIMMER button, the brightness of the display is

reduced by half; push it once more, the display becomes dark. Push the button again, the display resumes brightness.

Play indicator

SUPER-VCD VCD and CD indicator

PBC indicator

Pause indicator

Title indicator

Remain indicator

Chapter/track indicator

Lock indicator

Program indicator

Angle indicator

Dolby Digital indicator

Repeat play indicator

Track calendar

DVD indicator

Title/chapter/track indicator

Hour indicator

Minute indicator

Second indicator

Disc recording

indicator Resume indicator

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17. DIGEST

18. TIME SEARCH

19. RESUME

20. REMAIN

21. ZOOM

22. SLOW PLAY

23. PAUSE/STEP

24. MENU

25. RETURN

26. REPEAT

27. A-B REPEAT

28. AUDIO MODE

29. SUBTITLE

30. MUTE ( )

31. LANGUAGE ( )

Remote Control

1. OSD

2. DIMMER

3. NUMBER BUTTONS

4. SEARCH

5. SETUP

6. TITLE

7. PLAY

8. PREV/NEXT

9. STOP

10. DIRECTIONS

11. SYSTEM

12. KEY CONTROL

13. VOLUME

14. DISK SKIP

15. ANGLE ( )

16. PLAY MODE

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

1 2

14 15

16 17

18 19 20 21 22

23 24

27 28

29 30 31

5 6 7 8

Press , or anytime on the front panel or on the remote control unit, you can switch the disc inside the 3 disc changer.

1 2 3

NOTICE

A few seconds is needed during switching the disc inside the 3 disc changer.

Press EXCHANGE on the front panel, you can change the rest of two discs and it will not affect the disc that is currently playback. After you finish changing the two discs, press EXCHANGE again and the loader will close and store that two discs inside the 3 disc changer.

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Remote Control

Continued

1 2 3

Open the battery 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. Make sure there is no barrier between them.

Distance: Maximum of 5 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 two batteries (AAA size).

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

Close the battery cover.

NOTICE (BATTERIES)

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

To operate the DVD video player, you must first place the batteries into 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 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 TVAntennaRL

(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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1. If the TV has S-VIDEO input, please connect the unit and the TV with S-VIDEO cord (not supplied). You do not have to connect it to VIDEO. S-VIDEO will ensure clearer image.

2.You have to set the unit according to the TV to be connected.

• If the system of the TV is PAL, push SYSTEM and select PAL.

• If the system of the TV is NTSC , push SYSTEM and select NTSC .(NTSC is American standard.)

• If the system of the TV is AUTO (multi-system), push SYSTEM and select AUTO.

• Connect the unit to a wide-screen TV. Set the “TV DISPLAY” to “16:9 WIDE” in the function setting column.

• Connect the unit to an ordinary TV. Set the “TV DISPLAY” to “4:3/PS”or “4:3/LB” in the function setting column.

Preparation Before Operation

CONNECTIONS

Before preparing this unit for operation, make sure all equipments are turned off. The unit has several types of output modes like A/V output, S-VIDEO output, digital signal output (COAXIAL). You may select as needed.

CONNECTED TO A TV

Be sure your TV is on the Video Input channel before you press Setup to select your settings.

You will see the Setup menu on your TV screen.

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Preparation Before Operation

CONNECTED TO AN ORDINARY AMPLIFIER

• This connection is for Analog Audio only.

CONNECTED TO A RECEIVER WITH DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS DECODER

CONNECT TO A RECEIVER WITH 5.1 CHANNEL SURROUND SOUND

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Preparation Before Operation

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