Apex Digital Apex DT250 User's Manual
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1. 13 OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna is connect ed 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 A FIGURE 1 See Figure 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PARTH H Introduction 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 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 qual2. display the Main menu Pomc OK MIRES EXIT APT Auto Program EE Manual Channel Set A Password gt 3 Parental Controls za i Cipaed Captions 1 Using A Y arrow buttons highlight Sleep Timer ECN Time Zone Press arrow button Smart Antenna gt O x to select your local time zone See page TV Aspect Ratio ESS Reset Default Settings A 12 a OK Ara EXIT aa TV Aspect Ratio Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main menu 2 Press Exit Auto Program gt O Manual Channel Set aaa Password gt O Parental Controls gt y Closed Capti s Cloaca Captions 1 Using Av arrow buttons highlight TV Sleep Timer Aspect Ratio Use arrow button to Smart Antenna OOo gt O Time Zone select the TV display shape connected ct Rat i A to this unit 4 3 or 16 9 See page 12 lt To Move OK To Select END To Exit 2 Press Exit Reset Default Settings Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main menu Auto Program Manual Channel Set Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Language ESS 1 Using av arrow buttons highlight as gt Reset Default Settings Press OK TV Aspect Ratio recite to reset all settings back to original factory status bad la MM BM M EA OK MORGGS EXIT Brel iia 19 Display Menus 1 Press to display a guide of program information if available 2 Press to display future programming in
3. Favorite Channels Signal Add amp Delete Favorite Channels MTS 15 ZOOM FUNCTIONS ccoooocccccccocconoccnncononnnncononnonnonco non nonnoncnncnnos 16 Main Menu Auto Program Auto Scan of Digital Channels Manual Channel Set Set Password Code Main Menu Parental Controls Closed Caption Language Sleep Timer 18 Main Menu Smart Antenna Time Zone TV Aspect Ratio Reset Default Settings 19 Display Menus Guide Signal Volume G eneral Information 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 e When replacing batteries replace both of them Do not mix new and used batteries together as battery life will be shortened Remote Control Operation Range Point the remote control unit no more than 20 feet from the remote sensor and within 30 from the front of the unit e The operating distance may vary depending on the brightness in the room Remote Sensor Note 30 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 e Do not use the remote control unit while operating other units at the same time Power button PG 13 Numb
4. l l l l l l l l A letterbox image is typical when viewing DT broadcasts that are I l l l l l l l l l l When viewing TV broadcasts on a widescreen television you will find that SD programing does not fill the display entirely Press ZOOM on the remote I control until the display area is filled and black bars are minimized l Normal Zoom Note Zoom does not function when viewing DT broadcasts that contain black bars Bon m e e D UN DS UN CN DU e e GUN e CN CON CO e e GUN CON CON ON CN UN OU ON CON GUN ON CON e ON e e e a gt 16 Main Menu Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main Menu It is strongly recommended to set up your personal preferences in accordance with the menu options It is presumed your television antenna is installed A rooftop antenna is strongly recommended Auto Program The Main Menu display is for accessing Manual enannel Sat and setting up preferences for the DT250 Parental Controls meee 7 When Auto Program is highlighted press Sleep mef OK to begin the auto scan program search Vi Aspect Ratio fie Note Auto Program search for digital channels To Move o To Select Gp To Ext in your local area may take several minutes to complete Auto Scan Digital Channels Auto Program Menu The unit will scan and search for all digital Auto Scan channels that can be received Progress 25 Ty Note TV reception is dependent on local terrain distanc
5. AP X DIGITAL simply remarkable Digital TV Converter Box wih analo Pass Through DT250 User s Manual Manual del usuario O Important Safety Information 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard don t expose to rain or moisture CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN These markings are located on the bottom side or back of the unit CAUTION To prevent the risk of electric shock do not remove back cover There are no user serviceable parts inside Please refer servicing to qualified service personnel The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitue 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 service maintenance instructions in the manual accompanying this product WARNING Normal ventilation of the product should not be impeded during its intended use Digital Television 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 b
6. F gt CS1 gt CS2 gt CS3 gt CS4 gt CS5 gt CS6 See page 18 for more CCD details 1 Press to gain access to the main menu where you APEX may set up your personal preferences for the A converter box 2 Press AY to highlight a subcategory See pages 17 19 for details 1 Press to exit the menu display The menu will automatically disappear after 30 seconds if there is no adjustment activity 1 Press OK arrow buttons to navigate through guides and favorite channels or to highlight submenu options 2 Press OK to confirm your selection Channel 1 Press Channel to scan up to the next channel 2 Press Channel to scan down to the next channel Volume 1 Press Vol to gradually increase volume 2 Press Vol to gradually decrease volume Note Make sure your television volume is sufficient For best results adjust set top box volume to the maximum 100 level See page 20 Recall 1 Press to return to the previously viewed channel Display 1 Press to display an on screen guide of program information that is available up to 3 days in advance Determined by Brocaster See page 20 Note If CCD is activated the on screen closed caption text will disappear as long as the guide is displayed 14 1 Press Favorite to scan upward and view channels you ve added into your Favorite s List 2 Press Favorite to scan d
7. e from the local area antenna tower and strength of your antenna Manual Channel Set Add Delete Channels Manual Channel Set Menu To add or delete digital channels that were found during auto scan Ch 2 1 KCBS DT Viewable Using AY arrow buttons highlight Viewable ai Viewable Manual Channel Set A menu of available Viewable H H channels will display Viewable VENENO Press a v to select a channel to be viewable Miewable or not viewable Press OK to confirm the change Note You can add or delete channels from your Favorite s List from this menu Highlight a channel then press FAV Enter Old Password For access to Parental Controls enter your OOODO do password Factory default code After your password code is accepted the Parental Control lt Menu will display 1 Press a v arrow buttons to select the TV rating best suited to your family s preference Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main Menu Size Font Text Color Text Opacity Background Color Background Opacity Edge Effect Edge Color DETERMINED BY BROADCASTER ATA OK AREA EXIT MASA Language 1 Using 4v arrow buttons highlight Closed Caption then press OK to display a menu of customizable options 2 Press AY to highlight and select CCD display option preferences Press OK to confirm 3 Press Exit 4 Press CCD on the remote to d
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9. eferred language when viewing on screen menus Use the lt gt arrow buttons to select English gt Spanish gt French Time Zone Set the time zone where you reside Using the w highlight Time Zone then press lt gt to select Pacific gt Alaska gt Hawaii gt Eastern gt Central gt Mountain Set the aspect ratio or shape of your television display Using the v arrow button highlight TV Aspect Ratio then press lt gt to select 4 3 conventional TV Shape or 16 9 newer widescreen TV shape Auto Scan Channels When using the converter box for the first time you ll need to scan for all available digital channels broadcasting in your local area Using the v arrow highlight Auto Program Press OK to confirm Note Auto Program search for digital channels in your local area may take several minutes to complete Remote Control Overview The following overview will detail the functions available when using the remote control Press button to turn the converter box ON or OFF When powered on a green LED will illuminate on the front panel To Mute Sound 1 To momentarily cut off sound to the speakers press the MUTE button 2 To restore sound press once again Number Buttons 1 Press to directly access a desired television channel 2 For example to access channel 4 2 press 4 gt gt 2 1 Press to display Closed Caption text determined by Broadcaster OFF gt CC1 gt CC2 gt CC3 gt CC4 or OF
10. er buttons PG 13 Menu button PG 13 A V 4 OK Vol Ch PGS 14 17 20 Recall button PG 14 Favorite Channel up PG 15 Signal Strength PGS 15 20 Favorite Channel down PG 15 Add Delete Favorites CH PG 15 Mute button PG 13 Closed Caption button PGS 13 18 Exit button PG 13 Display button PGS 14 19 Guide button PGS 14 20 Zoom button PG 16 MTS button PG 15 i BREBBEBBBAEBRARABADA amp ers e EL 7 DT250 front view O Power ON Standby Green light On Red light Standy Remote control sensor DT250 rear view P a E O Antenna IN RF Input S Video Output TV out RF Output Audio L R Output Channel 3 4 Analog Pass through Channel 3 4 Switch Smart Antenna Connector Optional Composite Video Output lt Pass Through QUICKSETUP The DT250 is equipped with a shared analog pass through and it provides a way for you to receive analog broadcast without using a splitter The TV Out RF Out serves both as the Channel 3 4 output and as the analog pass through output The output from this connector depends on if the unit is On active or it is in Standby sleep mode This table illustrates the different output from the RF Out connector Power Indicator TV Out Mode Actual Output Light RF Out Standby RF signal with analog Sleep A
11. er cause not within the control of Apex Digital Inc A product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed manufactured approved and or authorized or repair of products damaged by these modifications Incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product Some states do not allow the incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you This includes but is not limited to precorded material whether copyrighted or not Shipment and service to a NON AUTHORIZED repair facility REGISTERING YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE To register your product go to www apexdigitalinc com Click on Support Services then Product Registration Validate your warranty gain access to customer support represent atives product news email notifications and access to special offers WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE If you previously registered your product s online at www apexdigitalinc com go to Support Services then My Account to email your request You may also call us at 866 427 3946 Monday Friday 6am 6pm PST ORDERING ACCESSORIES You may purchase accessories by visiting www shop apex com or call 866 930 1236 anytime This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state province to state province 23 Legal Notice FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Ope
12. formation if available p THETUBE Music Vide THETUBE Music Vide THETUBE Music Vide 12 00PM 12 30PM 12 00PM 1 00PM 1 00PM 1 30PM Music Videos 24 7 TV G Weak Good Excellent Signal Level minmmmnnmmmmmmnmnloooocococooos 57 1 Press SIGNAL to view a linear signal meter that indicates the strength of the digital transmission originating from the broadcaster Volume Volume ima 100 1 Press Volume to increase volume 2 Press Volume to decrease volume It is recommended to adjust volume to the maximum level 100 for best audio results 20 Troubleshooting Guide Check for a possible solution to a symptom before contacting a customer service representative We recommend visiting our website at www apexdigitalinc com for additional updates Antennaweb org provides personalized information for choosing antenna type and orientation for your particular Cannot receive certain channels through the antenna Video noise or choppy picture TV blocked at certain channels Black box on screen Use the automatic scanning function to add the channels not included in memory Signal from the TV station may be weak Reposition antenna Check connected audio cables are completely inserted Correct audio source from your amplifier Mute function may be enabled press Mute on remote Check connected video and audio cables are completely inserted Reposition antenna Use the automatic scanning met
13. hod to add the channels not included into the memory Check parental control settings Digital TV channel signal may be weak try another channel Re connect the antenna or cable wiring Make sure the video devices are turned on Make sure Auto Scan Channels is completed The Text option is enabled and no text is available Turn off CCD on the remote control Batteries in the remote control may need replacing Remove then re attach AC plug to wall outlet after 30 s 21 Add Channels 17 Normale 16 Analog Pass Through 9 Number Buttons 7 13 AN derrin Arrow Buttons Aspect Ratio s ssssssssssersesssssssse Audio ns Auto Program scan Battery Installation Captions Closed Channel a Recall Last Channel ss sesees 7 14 Remote Control 6 7 Reset Default Settings 19 Safety Info 1 3 Signal 15 20 Smart Antenna 8 19 Initial Set Up 12 Installation 9 11 Time Zone 12 19 TV Aspect Ratio 12 16 19 Languages sssri 17 VOIUME nn 7 14 20 Main Menu Settings 17 19 Warranty 23 Men Unica 7 12 13 Websites 21 Mute Sound 7 13 ZOO Mian annae n ERIN 7 16 22 NS Limited Warranty APEX DIGITAL DT250 Digital TV Converter Box 1YEAR PARTS 90 DAY LABOR LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS COVERED Limited One 1 Year Parts Warranty Apex Digital warrants the parts
14. in this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of original retail purchase During this period Apex Digital will replace a defective part with a new or refurbished part without charge to you Limited Ninety 90 Days Labor Warranty Apex Digital warrants it will be respon sible for labor charges for repair or replacement of parts on this product for a period of ninety days from the date of original retail purchase Keep the original box and packaging in case your unit requires service You are responsible for the shipping costs to Apex Digital E mail or call Customer Support for detailed instruction on where to ship your product for repair A return authorization number is required before acceptance by Apex Digital This required number must be clearly written on the package or the delivery may be refused by warehouse personnel WHAT IS COVERED Warranty repair from the original date of purchase 1 year replacement of parts 90 day limited labor warranty coverage If you don t have proof of purchase your unit will be considered out of warranty and charged at a flat labor rate WHAT IS EXCLUDED Your warranty does not cover Labor charges for installation or setup of the product adjustment of customer controls on the product and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product Product repair and or part replacement because of misuse accident unauthorized repair or oth
15. isplay captions Auto Program Manual Channel Set Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Sleep Timer Smart Antenna Time Zone TV Aspect Ratio Reset Default Settings Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main Menu 1 Using a v arrow buttons highlight Language then press OK to select a preferred on screen display text English gt Spanish gt French 2 Press Exit Press MENU on the remote control to Auto Program Manual Channel Set Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Language Smart Antenna Time Zone TV Aspect Ratio Reset Default Settings AAA Si INEA OK MEA EXIT LATE 2 display the Main Menu 1 Using 4 v arrow buttons highlight Sleep Timer then press to select how many hours before the unit should turn off Standby mode 1hr gt 2hrs gt 4hrs gt off factory default is set at 4hrs Press Exit 18 Main Menu Press MENU on the remote control to Auto Program 5 Manual Channel Set display the Main menu Password Parental Controls Closed Captions 1 Using AV arrow buttons highlight Bien Des ne Smart Antenna to display the Smart Time Zone Antenna menu then press OK TV Aspect Ratio Reset Default Settings E TA OK a ET ET Automatic Re adjust position Note A Smart antenna must be connected Save new position Say CEA 909 Mode A to display the Smart Antenna Menu Time Zone Press MENU on the remote control to
16. ity rooftop antenna for best results Antennaweb org provides personalized information for choosing antenna type and orientation for your particular location What s In The Box The DT250 digital TV converter box includes the following Remote Control 2 AAA Batteries AV Cables RF Cable Owner s Manual Specifications Unit Dimensions 9 x 6 1 x 1 6 Tuner Type Range Video Inputs RF 1 Smart Antenna optional Audio Outputs L R Audio Energy Standards lt 1 Watt While in Sleep Mode Important Safety Information coociciciconccicinnnmmmmncos 1 Important Safety Instructions oocoicnicicninninmmmmm 2 3 Introduction What s In The Box Specifications 4 Table of Contents oocoonincninncnonicicninaniconananann cnn ana rn co nanancinns 5 Setup Before Use ya re Remote Control Battery Installation 6 Remote Control FUNC IONS oooonoccnnnccccccnnnnnccnnanancnananos 7 Front Rear Panel Overview 8 Analog Pass Through Quick Setup 9 Connection to TV ae diia sica RE AERA 10 Connection t StON6O cen cevcccvesseecsevcg ces covecoesestavecuenstveegsteste 11 Quick Start Guide LL 12 Viewing TV Broadcasts ea Remote Control Overview To Mute Sound Number Buttons CCD Menu Exit 13 Remote Control Overview Arrow Buttons Channel Volume Recall Display Guide Remote Control Overview
17. le through your television inputs Video 1 2 etc to select the source that the DT250 is connected to 000 S Video using supplied audio cables 0 rm For better quality connect with an optional S Video cable if your TV has this input Do not connect the yellow video cable when installing the S Video cable To view cycle through your television inputs Video 1 2 etc to select the source that the DT250 is connected to To TV Audio R L Input 0000 10 AS Connection to Stereo You may connect the unit to your stereo system using the following method Rear panel subject to modification red To Dolby Surround Equipped Receiver L R Audio Input Front Left Speaker Front Right Dolby Surround Connection Example gt gt S C5 Surround Left Surround Right Speaker Speaker Quick Start Guide Once all connections are made follow this quick guide to start viewing digital channels immediately It is recommended that you read the entire manual to familiarize yourself with all of the functions available to you Initial Setup Menu When the converter box is used the first time an Initial Setup Menu will display Menu Language Time Zone TV Aspect Ratio Auto Program Menu Auto Scan Scanning Progress 26 i Parone OK Bie Select D To Exit Select the pr
18. nalog Pass through programming from analog broadcast stations o Analog RF signal in channel 3 or 4 n we converted from digital programmin Active Green NTSC CH 3 4 E contents broadcasted by digital stations Standard Install RF Input Output Connect antenna wire to RF ANTENNA IN on the rear of the DT250 Connect the supplied coaxial cable wire from the CH 3 4 terminal RF Out to RF ANTENNA INPUT on the rear of your TV To view tune Ch 3 or 4 on your TV choose the channel that does not have an active or strong signal Slide the CH 3 4 switch located on the rear of the DT250 AAA Analog Pass Through RF Coaxial cable Please follow the procedure below when using to your TV Analog Pass Through 1 Make sure the converter box is in Standby mode the power indicator light should be red otherwise press the Power button on the converter s remote control 2 This step only need to perform once after connection and it is only require if you did not scan the local channel before scan analog channels by following the instruction of your TV It is the same as connecting your TV directly with an antenna 3 You must use the remote control from your TV to change channels USTED I MODEL No oT250 O A SMART ANTENNA c Connect the supplied video yellow and audio red amp white cables To view cyc
19. ownward and view channels you ve added into your Favorite s List 1 Press to view the signal meter that indicates the strength of the transmission originating from the broadcaster Press again to exit See page 19 Fav Add Delete Favorite Channels 1 Press to add the currently viewed channel to your Favorite s List Press OK to confirm Add This Channel To Your Favorite s List 2 Press twice to delete the currently viewed channel from your Favorite s List Press OK to confirm Delete This Channel From Your Favorite s List GUIDE SIGNAL FAV MTs FAV YS 1 Press to select a 2nd audio channel providing alternative dialogue if available 15 Zoom Functions l l Due to the nature of digital broadcasts the normal image displayed on l your television may appear as a windowbox or letterboxed image This l is a normal condition based on signal transmission and programming Press the ZOOM button on the remote control to minimize or eliminate I the black bars on your TV display if desired I l l l Note Standard digital SD broadcasts are not effected They ll appear full screen Zoom effect on a 4 3 TV Display A windowbox image is typical when viewing DT broadcasts that are not widescreen presentations Press Zoom to eliminate the black bars Normal presented in widescreen format Press Zoom to eliminate the black bars Normal l l
20. ration of this product is subject to the following twolconditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interferencereceived including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply within 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 particularinstallation 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help FCC warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user s authority to operat
21. roadcast tuner will require a converter box to receive full power over the 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 1 888 CALL FCC and from www dtv2009 gov or 1 888 DTV 2009 for information about subsidized coupons for digital to analog converter boxes 1 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 en
22. sure 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 ane 10 CARTS AND STANDS The product should be used only with 5 os a level table cart or stand 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
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