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®
simply remarkable™
Digital TV Converter Box
WITH
Caja Convertidora
de TV Digital
CON CAPACIDAD DE PASAR LA SENAL ANALOGICA
DT250
Manual del usuario
User's Manual
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EN Important Safety Information W ARNING: 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
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EN 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 th
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EN 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 i
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EN Introduction 3.4 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
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EN Troubleshooting Guide Table of Contents etting Started G Check for a possible solution to a symptom before contacting a customer service representative. We recommend visiting our website at: Important Safety Information ................................................... 1 www.apexdigitalinc.com for additional updates. Important Safety Instructions .............................................. 2-3 *Antennaweb.org provides personalized information for choosing antenna Introducti
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EN Remote Control Battery Installation Display Menus Guide Remote Control Battery Installation 1 Press to display a guide of program information (if available). 1 Remove the battery compartment cover. Press to display future programming information (if available). 2 2 Load two fresh “AAA” batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure the batteries are inserted properly, matching polarity THETUBE Music Vide. . . THETUBE Music Vide. . . THETUBE Musi
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OK MTS button (PG. 15) EN Main Menu Remote Control Functions Smart Antenna (Optional) Main Menu Press MENU on the remote control to Auto Program Power button 1 MUTE 10 Manual Channel Set display the Main menu. 1 (PG. 13) Password Parental Controls Number buttons 1 2 Using arrow buttons, highlight Closed Captions 1 2 3 English Language (PG. 13) 4 Hours “Smart Antenna” to display the Smart Sleep Timer 3 Menu button Smart Antenna Antenna menu, then press OK. Pacifi
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EN Front & Rear Panel Overview DT250 (front view) 2 1 1 Power ON / Standby (Green light - On) (Red light - Standy) 2 Remote control sensor DT250 (rear view) ANTENNA IN TV OUT VIDEO CH 3 CH 4 S-VIDEO SMART CH 3/4 & L AUDIO R ANTENNA Analog Pass-Through 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Antenna IN (RF Input) 5 S-Video Output 2 6 TV out (RF Output) Audio (L/R) Output Channel 3/4 (Analog Pass-through) 7 3 Smart Antenna Connector Channel 3/4 Switch (Optional) 4 Composite Video
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EN 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)
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EN Connection to TV 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 Composite (using supplied AV cables) antenna is installed. A rooftop antenna is strongly recommended. Auto Program ANTENNA IN TV OUT VIDEO Main Menu The Main Menu display is for accessing Auto Program Manual Channel Set and setting up preferences for the DT250
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EN Connection to Stereo Zoom Functions Due to the nature of digital broadcasts, the normal image displayed on You may connect the unit to your stereo system using the following your television may appear as a “windowbox” or “letterboxed” image. This method: is a normal condition based on signal transmission and programming. Press the ZOOM button on the remote control to minimize or eliminate the black bars on your TV display, if desired. Note: Standard digital (SD) broadcasts are not effecte
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OK EN Connection to Stereo Zoom Functions Remote Control Overview Quick Start Guide Due to the nature of digital broadcasts, the normal image displayed on Once all connections are made, follow this quick guide to start viewing You may connect the unit to your stereo system using the following Fav + / Fav - (Favorite Channels) your television may appear as a “windowbox” or “letterboxed” image. This MUTE digital channels immediately. It is recommended that you read the method: is a n
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OK OK EN Remote Control Overview Remote Control Overview The following overview will detail the functions available when using the MUTE remote control. Arrow Buttons / OK Press button to turn the converter box ON or OFF. When powered 1 Press OK / arrow buttons to navigate through 1 2 3 on, a green LED will illuminate on the front panel. guides and favorite channels or to highlight 4 submenu options. 5 6 To Mute Sound MUTE 2 Press OK to confirm your
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OK OK OK OK EN Remote Control Overview Remote Control Overview Remote Control Overview Remote Control Overview The following overview will detail the functions available when using the The following overview will detail the functions available when using the MUTE remote control. MUTE remote control. Arrow Buttons / OK Arrow Buttons / OK Press button to turn the converter box ON or OFF. When powered Press button to turn the converter bo
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OK EN Remote Control Overview Quick Start Guide Once all connections are made, follow this quick guide to start viewing Fav + / Fav - (Favorite Channels) MUTE digital channels immediately. It is recommended that you read the 1 Press Favorite + to scan upward and view entire manual to familiarize yourself with all of the functions available 1 2 3 channels you’ve added into your Favorite’s List. to you. 4 5 6 Initial Setup Menu 2 Press Favorite - to scan downward and view c
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EN Connection to Stereo Zoom Functions Due to the nature of digital broadcasts, the normal image displayed on You may connect the unit to your stereo system using the following your television may appear as a “windowbox” or “letterboxed” image. This method: is a normal condition based on signal transmission and programming. Press the ZOOM button on the remote control to minimize or eliminate the black bars on your TV display, if desired. Note: Standard digital (SD) broadcasts are not effecte
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EN Connection to TV 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 Composite (using supplied AV cables) antenna is installed. A rooftop antenna is strongly recommended. Auto Program ANTENNA IN TV OUT VIDEO Main Menu The Main Menu display is for accessing Auto Program Manual Channel Set and setting up preferences for the DT250
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EN Connection to TV Main Menu Main Menu Front & Rear Panel Overview Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main Menu. Parental Control of MPAA Ratings It is strongly recommended to set up your personal preferences in Parental Control Menu After your password code is accepted, the DT1001 (front view) MPAA accordance with the menu options. It is presumed your television ALL FV L S V D Parental Control < Menu will display. Composite (using supplied A
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OK MTS button (PG. 15) EN Remote Control Functions Main Menu Smart Antenna (Optional) Main Menu Press MENU on the remote control to Auto Program 1 Power button MUTE 10 Manual Channel Set display the Main menu. 1 (PG. 13) Password Parental Controls Number buttons 1 2 Using arrow buttons, highlight Closed Captions 1 2 3 English Language (PG. 13) “Smart Antenna” to display the Smart 4 Hours Sleep Timer 3 Menu button Smart Antenna Antenna menu, then press OK. Paci
