Apex Digital PD-480 User Manual
PD-480
Portable
DVD Player
User Manual
Playable Disk Format:
DVD/CD/CD-R/CD-RW
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FCC and Safety Information................................................................................... 4
Important Safety Instructions.................................................................................5
Precautions....................................................................................................... 6
Quick Guide
Getting to Know Your Portable DVD Player.................................................................7
Unpacking....................................................................................................... 7
Front View Diagram..............................................................................................................7
Left Side Diagram................................................................................................................ 8
Front Side Diagram..............................................................................................................8
Right Side Diagram..............................................................................................................8
Remote Control Diagram....................................................................................................... 9
Battery Installation for the Remote Control............................................................................... . 9
Remote Control Operation Range............................................................................................10
Quick Operation Guide..........................................................................................11
Quick Operation.................................................................................................................11
Using the Battery Pack..........................................................................................14
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ...............................................................................................14
Chapter 1. DVD
1-1 DVD Playback...............................................................................................15
Basic Playback...................................................................................................................15
Stopping Playback and Returning to The Menu Screen (If a Menu Is Available on The Disc).......................15
Stopping Playback..............................................................................................................16
Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse).............................................................................................. 1 6
Slow Playback.................................................................................................................16
Skipping Ahead or Back to Chapters.........................................................................................16
Still Picture(PAUSE).............................................................................................................16
A-B Repeat Viewing.............................................................................................................17
Playing in a favorite order.....................................................................................................17
1-2 Convenient functions....................................................................................... 18
Displaying the Information of the Scene....................................................................................18
Changing Audio Soundtrack Language...................................................................................... 18
Clearing/Displaying Subtitles(A)..............................................................................................18
Changing Subtitle Language(B)...............................................................................................18
Activating AFF (Active Full Screen function)...............................................................................19
Viewing From Another Angle..................................................................................................19
To Mute the DVD Player........................................................................................................2 0
Using a DVD Menu...............................................................................................................20
Using the Menu Function...................................................................................................... 2 0
Selecting Scenes by Title/Chapter Number.................................................................................21
Selecting Scenes by Time......................................................................................................21
Table of Contents
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Chapter 2. Audio CD
2-1 Audio CD Playback...........................................................................................22
Basic Playback...................................................................................................................22
Stopping Playback.............................................................................................................. 22
Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse)..............................................................................................22
Skipping Ahead or Back to Tracks............................................................................................23
Pause Playback..................................................................................................................23
2-2 Display [Audio CDs].......................................................................................23
Clearing/Displaying the Information of the Playing Track.................................................................23
Chapter 3. Setup
3-1 Language Setup..............................................................................................24
Language Setting................................................................................................................24
3-2 VIDEO Setup..................................................................................................25
TV Aspect Ratio Settings......................................................................................................2 5
Adjusting the Brightness and Sharpness....................................................................................26
3-3 AUDIO Setup..................................................................................................27
Digital Out Setting..............................................................................................................27
3-4 Custom Setup.................................................................................................28
Parental Control Setting [DVD]...............................................................................................28
Password Setting [DVD]........................................................................................................29
Default Setting..................................................................................................................30
Chapter 4. For Your Reference
4-1 Troubleshooting............................................................................................. 31
4-2 Disc Handling and Maintenance.......................................................................... 32
4-3 Definition of Terms.........................................................................................33
4-4 Specifications................................................................................................ 33
Table of Contents-continued
FCC and Safety Information
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device
pursuant to part 15 of the 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 communications. 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 technician for help.
CAUTION:
This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only qualified service personnel should
remove the cover or attempt to service this device. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Since it is 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. This player displays
region 1 discs only.
Never make or change connections with the power switched on.
CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
(WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER COVERSHIELD)
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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Important Safety Instructions
Outdoor use or wet location applications:
An apparatus that does not comply with the requirements in Appendix A# (Outdoor Use and Wet Location Apparatus)
shall be marked or the instruction manual packed with the word WARNING and the following or equivalent: To reduce
the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
A Class II APPARATUS shall be permanently marked with the words DOUBLE INSULATION or Double insulated and
When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
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 a damp cloth.
7. Do not block any of the 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-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. The wide blade is provided for your safety. When 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 plug, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a 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 required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way; such as when the 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.
Please read these precautions before operating this unit.
Power cord protection
To avoid any malfunctions of the unit, and to protect against electric shock, fire or personal injury, please
observe the following.
Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord.
Keep the AC power cord away from heating appliances.
Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord.
Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in any way.
Placement
Avoid placing the unit in areas of:
direct sunlight or heating radiators, or closed automobiles
high temperature (over 350C) or high humidity (over 90%)
much dust as the internal parts may be seriously damaged.
Non-use periods
When the unit is not being used, turn it off. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be
unplugged from the household AC outlet.
No fingers or other objects inside
Touching internal parts of this unit is dangerous, and may cause serious damage to the unit. Do not
attempt to disassemble the unit.
Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
Keep away from water/magnet
Keep the unit away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. If liquids are spilled into the unit, serious
damage could occur.
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the unit.
Stacking
Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it.
Condensation
Moisture may form on the lens in the following conditions:
immediately after a heater has been turned on
in a steamy or very humid room
when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one
If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly. In this case, turn on the power and wait
about one hour for the moisture to evaporate.
If there is noise interference on the TV while a broadcast is being received
Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference may appear on the TV monitor while you
watch a TV broadcast and the unit is left on. This is not a malfunction of the unit or the TV. To watch a TV
broadcast, turn off the unit.
Precautions
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1. LCD screen 2. SPEAKERS
3. OPEN/PUSH button 4. PLAY/PAUSE button
5. STOP button
Quick Guide will instruct you to install your Portable DVD Player in a quick and easy way. Please
carefully follow the instructions to set up your Portable DVD Player.
First inventory the contents of your Portable DVD player package.
NOTE: You may purchase additional accessories for this and other Apex products by visiting our
“Accessory Store” at www.apexdigitalinc.com. Keep the packaging materials, you may need them to
transport your player in the future.
Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, without expressly written consent by us or par-
ties authorized by us will void all manufacturer warranties.
Getting to Know Your Portable DVD Player
Front View Diagram
Unpacking
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Portable DVD Player
Audio Cable (white, red)
Video / Coaxial Cable
Remote Control
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Ni-MH Battery Pack
External Power Adapter
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
User Manual
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1. Volume Adjustment
2. Headphone jack
3. Audio Output jack
4. Video/Coaxial output jack
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1. Remote Sensor
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1. DC IN jack for PLAYBACK ONLY
2. POWER ON/OFF button
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Getting to Know Your Portable DVD Player-continued
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Left Side Diagram
Front Side Diagram
Right Side Diagram
Service life of battery
1. The battery normally lasts for about one year although this depends on how often and for
what operations the remote control is used.
2. If the remote control unit fails to work even when it is operated near the player, replace
the battery.
3. Use a 3V lithium battery, CR2025 available from a local retailer.
Insert the battery and match the (+) and (-) on battery to the marks inside the battery compartment.
First-time use:
Remember to remove the insulating Mylar Tape from the battery
compartment.
1. STANDBY button 2. SETUP button
3. DISPLAY button 4. TITLE button
5. FAST REVIEW button 6. FAST FORWARD button
7. PAUSE/STEP button 8. LEFT button
9. PREVIOUS button 10. NEXT button
11. NUMBERS buttons 12. MUTE button
13. MENU button 14. GOTO button
15. SUB-T button 16. PLAY button
17. UP button 18. RIGHT button
19. ENTER button 20. STOP button
21. DOWN button 22. SHIFT button
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Getting to Know Your Portable DVD Player-continued
Remote Control Diagram
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Battery Installation for the Remote Control
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STANDBY SETUP MENU MUTE
DISPLAY TITLE SUB-T GOTO
II/STEP
REPEAT
ANGLE ZOOM SLOW AFF
A-B
1234
5678
90+10
ENTER
PRGM
PLAY
STOP
AUDIO
SHIFT
remote sensor
The operating distance may vary according to the brightness in the room.
Note:
1. Do not point bright lights at the remote control signal sensor.
2. Do not place objects between the remote control unit and the remote control signal
sensor.
3. Do not use this remote control unit while simultaneously operating the remote control unit
of any other equipment.
Point the remote control unit no more than about 12 feet from the remote control sensor and
within about 30 of the front of the unit.
Getting to Know Your Portable DVD Player-continued
Remote Control Operation Range
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STANDBY SETUP MENU MUTE
DISPLAY TITLE SUB-T GOTO
PLAY
ENTER
STOP
II/STEP
SHIFT
123 4
5678
90+10
REPEAT
A-B
PRGM
AUDIO
ANGLE ZOOM SLOW AFF
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(A)
STEP 1. Connect it to Power (A)
Please connect the applied AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the Left side of this Portable DVD
Player.
Quick Operation Guide
Quick Operation
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