Apex Digital PD-100 User Manual

Apex pd-100: user guide

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Safety precautions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of 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 of the presence of important operating and
!
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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 VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT THIS.
CAUTION:
DURING PLAYBACK, THE DISC SPINS AT HIGH SPEED, SO DO
NOT LIFT OR MOVE THE PLAYER, DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE DISC.
CAUTION:This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. Make sure
the device is shut down prior to opening player lid.Visible laser radiation
when open and interlocks defeated.Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
M P D - 5 0 / 1 0 0
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1)THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED. INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE
OPERATION.
!
THAT
MAY
A P E X D I G I T A L
CAUSE
UNDESIRED
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  • Page 1 Safety precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of 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.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by APEX or parties authorized by APEX will void all manufacture warranties. A P E X D I G I T A L...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Please carefully study this manual and always keep it available. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be aware of.
  • Page 4 Safety Information 10.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
  • Page 5 Safety Information attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety Information 20.Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 21.Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Your new APEX Digital PD-50/100 Portable DVD player is designed for you to enjoy all forms of disc media. Its slim shape allows you to easily carry it with you and enjoy movies and music anywhere. Your player incorporates the...
  • Page 8: Notes On Discs

    This DVD video player can play back the following discs. Disk Mark video disc Audio A P E X D I G I T A L Apex Digital Inc.shall not be Contains Disc size Audio 12 cm Video (moving pictures)
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions ...1-2 Safety Information ...3-6 Introduction ...7 Note on discs ...8 Table of Contents ...9 DVD Display ...10 Remote Control ...11-12 Identification of Controls ...13 Quick Starting Guide ...14-15 Connecting to a TV ...16-17 Connecting to Optional Equipment ...18-22 Playing Back a Disc ...23-26 Locating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track ...27 Playing Repeatedly ...28-29...
  • Page 10: Dvd Display

    DVD Display 1. DVD indicator 2. MP3 indicator 3. CD indicator 4. repeat mode indicator (A-B, ALL) The indicators (1- 3) vary depending on the type of discs you play. The indicator 4 shows the current disc with playback control function. The indicator 5 shows the current repeat mode, point A to point B set up, or the entire disc.
  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIBE THE FUNCTIONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL. 1. SETUP 2. POWER 3. DISPLAY 4. TITLE 5. NUMBERS 6. SLOW 7. PAUSE/STEP 8. REWIND 9. FORWARD 10. REPEAT 11. A-B REPEAT 12. MENU 13. MUTE 14.
  • Page 12: Preparing The Remote Control

    Remote Control PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL 1. Open the cassette cover. . Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow 1 while folding down as the arrow 2. 2. place the battery into the guide. 3. Insert the tray into the remote control.
  • Page 13: Identification Of Controls

    Identification of Controls MAIN PANEL 1. LCD (LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY) 2. DISPLAY MODE 3. COLOR 4. BRIGHTNESS 5. DISC TRAY 6. OPEN 7. PLAY 8. STOP 9. FORWARD 10. REWIND SIDE FACE 1. VOLUME 2. PHONES JACK 3. AUDIO SIGNAL JACK (LEFT/RIGHT) M P D - 5 0 / 1 0 0 4.
  • Page 14: Quick Starting Guide

    Quick Starting Guide If you want to use rechargeable batteries for this DVD player, please first read the rechargeable battery instructions. 1. Connecting to an External Power Source Connect the power cord (supplied with the player) to the side input plug and to a wall outlet.
  • Page 15 Quick Starting Guide 6. Press the PLAY button on the player face general, DVD already inserted into the player will start reading automatically when power is turned on. The DVD player will immediately start rendering the DVD program. When you want to stop, press the STOP button and slide the ON/OFF switch to the left to shut off power and then close the cover.
  • Page 16: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV SETTING UP YOUR PLAYER Step 1:connect the RCA Video/Audio cable to your TV. Step 2:connect the yellow cable to the VIDEO on the back of your player. Step 3:connect the White and Red cables to AUDIO OUT of the DVD player.
  • Page 17: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV BETTER White TV Audio Input Connect the DVD video player with an optional S-Video cable, if the TV has an S video input. Do not connect the yellow video cable if using the S Video cable. •...
  • Page 18: Connecting To Optional Equipment

    Connecting to Optional Equipment CONNECTING HEADPHONES 1. Connect the headphones. Headphones with a 3.5 mm stereo plug can be connected. 2. Adjust the volume. • Avoid listening to sound at levels which may be harmful to your ears. A P E X D I G I T A L M P D - 5 0 / 1 0 0...
  • Page 19 Dolby Digital and DTS programming can deliver surround sound with five discrete full range channels plus a sixth channel for a subwoofer. You can enjoy your APEX DVD with a Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround Sound System. All you need is to connect your DVD player to a Dolby Digital/DTS receiver or a Dolby Digital Ready receiver with an external decoder.
  • Page 20 Connecting to Optional Equipment 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.
  • Page 21 Connecting to Optional Equipment Enjoying 2 Channel Digital Stereo Sound (BETTER) 2 Channel Digital Stereo Enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 Channel Digital Stereo by connecting an amplifier equipped with input and speaker system (right and left front speakers). DVD SIDE To VIDEO Video cable Connection...
  • Page 22: Connecting To Optional Equipment

    Connecting to Optional Equipment Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (GOOD) Dolby Pro Logic Surround Enjoy the dynamic realistic sound of Dolby Pro Logic Surround by connecting an amplifier and speaker system (right and left front speakers, a center speaker, and one or two rear speakers).
  • Page 23: Playing Back A Disc

    Playing Back a Disc BASIC PLAYBACK 1. Open the protective cover The cover opens to a maximum 135 only, so please do not try to open it any further. 2. Press the open button on the right to open the internal CD player cover This will open the disc tray.
  • Page 24 Playing Back a Disc HOW TO START PLAYBACK FROM THE MENU SCREEN 1. Press the number buttons to select the title. 2.Press SHIFT to set shift on, then you can use direction keys and the enter key. 3. Press the ENTER or PLAY button.
  • Page 25: Advanced Playback

    Playing Back a Disc HOW TO STOP PLAYBACK Press the STOP button. The player is stopped. Press the PLAY button to replay. The player resumes to playback from the location where it is stopped. ADVANCED PLAYBACK You can playback a disc at 2x, 4x, 6x, or 8x the normal speed.
  • Page 26: Playing Back A Disc

    Playing Back a Disc PLAYING IN SLOW-MOTION A disc can also be played back in slow-motion. TV SCREEN 1/2 the normal speed 1/4 the normal speed Press the SLOW button during playback The playback speed becomes 1/2, 1/4, or 1/8 of the normal speed each time you press the SLOW button.
  • Page 27: Locating A Specific Title, Chapter Or Track

    Locating a Specific Title, Chapter or Track DVD DISCS ARE NORMALLY DIVIDED INTO TITLES WHICH ARE SUB-DIVIDED INTO CHAPTERS. MOREOVER, CD and MP3 CD ARE DIVIDED INTO TRACKS. Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 TITLE 1 TITLE 2 DVD Video Disc LOCATING A TITLE USING THE TITLE MENU...
  • Page 28: Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly THIS DVD VIDEO PLAYER ALLOWS YOU TO PLAYBACK A SPECIFIC TITLE, CHAPTER, TRACK, OR SEGMENT REPEATEDLY. (TITLE REPEAT, CHAPTER/TRACK REPEAT, A-B REPEAT) HOW TO REPEAT A TITLE, CHAPTER, OR DISC 1. During normal playback, press the REPEAT button. The repeat mode changes, each time you press the REPEAT button.
  • Page 29: Playing Repeatedly

    Playing Repeatedly HOW TO REPEAT A SPECIFIC SEGMENT 1. Press the A-B button at the beginning of the segment in which you want to repeat playback (point A) 2. Press the A-B button again at the end of the segment (point B) The DVD video player will automatically return to point A and start to repeat playback of the selected segment (A- 3.
  • Page 30: Playing In Favorite Order

    Playing in Favorite Order THIS PORTABLE DVD ALLOWS YOU TO PROGRAM ITEMS INTO THE MEMORY AND THEN PLAY THEM BACK IN ANY ORDER WHICH YOU WANT IT PLAYED BACK. (PROGRAM PLAYBACK) HOW TO SET TITLES, CHAPTERS, OR TRACKS IN A FAVORITE ORDER 1.
  • Page 31 Playing in Favorite Order 3. Program in each item in your favorite order as above step. For example: To program in 5, 8,10. DISC 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 4.
  • Page 32: Zooming A Picture

    Zooming a Picture ZOOMING A PICTURE This DVD video player allows you to zoom into a picture as well as shift the zoom point. Press ZOOM during normal ZOOM playback or slow - motion. (To use the ZOOM button, it should be set ‘SHIFT ON’...
  • Page 33: Selecting Subtitles

    Selecting Subtitles HOW TO DISPLAY SUBTITLES You have the option to select a preferred subtitle from those included on the DVD video disc. Press to select the subtitle language as well as to set subtitle on or off. 01 / 05 02 / 05 03 / 05 Press the SUBTITLE button to access to...
  • Page 34: Using The On-Screen Display

    Using the On-Screen Display THIS UNIT ALLOWS YOU TO VIEW THE STATUS AND DISC INFORMATION ON TO THE SCREEN, MOREOVER, YOU CAN SELECT ITEMS CONTAINED ON THE DISC FROM DISPLAY MENU. 02 05 CH ON 5.1ch 00:00:00 1 2 3 4 5 CHECKING THE OPERATIONAL STATUS With this function, you can view the current title, chapter, total...
  • Page 35: Selecting The Camera Angle

    Selecting the Camera Angle THIS DVD VIDEO PLAYER ALLOWS YOU TO SELECT FROM SEVERAL DIFFERENT ANGLES. Selecting the camera angle HOW TO CHANGE THE CAMERA ANGLE If the DVD video disc was recorded from multiple angles, you have the option to change the camera angle of the scene you are watching.
  • Page 36: Setting The Parental Lock

    Setting the Parental Lock YOU CAN USE THE PARENTAL LOCK FUNCTION ONLY WITH DVD VIDEO DISCS EQUIPPED WITH THE PARENTAL LOCK FEATURE. SETTING THE PARENTAL LOCK 1. Press STOP during playback Press STOP once. 2. Press SETUP The SETUP MENU appears on the screen.
  • Page 37 Setting the Parental Lock 4. Use down key to select RATING, press right key or ENTER to access to the sub- 1. KID SAFE 2. G 3. PG 4. PG-13 6. PG-R 7. NC-17 8. ADULT BYPASS Select ratings, press ENTER.
  • Page 38: Setting The Book Mark

    Setting the Book Mark A BOOK MARK ALLOWS YOU TO EASILY ACCESS TO ONE POINT FROM WHICH YOU WANT TO START. 1. Under ‘SHIFT ON’ status, press the MARK button, it appears: 2. As the disc is played back where you want to set a bookmark, Press ENTER.
  • Page 39: Rechargeable Battery Installation

    Rechargeable Battery Installation & Use USE AND MAINTENANCE THIS UNIT IS SUPPLIED WITH HIGHLY-EFFECTIVE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY (NI-MH). SUCH BATTERY PACK A HIGH STORAGE CAPACITY AND LOW LEVEL OF DEGRADATION. THE LATTER MEANS THAT THE BATTERY CAN ALSO BE RECHARGED WHEN ONLY PARTLY SPENT. Plug the AV adapter into the battery.
  • Page 40: Rechargeable Battery Installation

    Rechargeable Battery Installation & Use The provided battery can be recharged for about 300 times. Each full recharge takes about 3 hours. A fully charged battery can power the unit for about 2 hours. Power consumption depends on the operations of the player such as brightness of the screen, volume level, etc.
  • Page 41: Customizing The Function Settings

    Customizing the Function Settings THIS UNIT ALLOWS YOU TO CUSTOMIZE THE PERFORMANCE TO YOUR PERSONAL PREFERENCE. LANG DISPLAYING THE SETUP MENU SCREEN LANG VIDEO AUDIO RATING OTHER EXIT 1. Press SETUP. 2. Press / / / to select category (highlight), then press ENTER.
  • Page 42: Warranty

    APEX Digital, Inc. dealer in N. America. Keep your original box and packaging in case your unit needs to be shipped to us. You will need to prepay shipping and APEX will pay the cost of shipping the unit back to you.
  • Page 43: Before Requesting Service

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province. M P D - 5 0 / 1 0 0 APEX DIGITAL, INC. 91761 (909) 930-1239 Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (California) www.apexdigitalinc.com A P E X D I G I T A L...

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