GMI DTA 1000 User manual

Converter Box
ATSC / 8VSB Converter Box
Digital ATSC Converter Box
User manual
“DTA 1000”

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SD-ATSC
ATSC / 8VSB Converter Box
1. Safety measures ...........................................................................................................................................................................2
2. Before beginning ...........................................................................................................................................................................3
2.1 Preface .........................................................................................................................................................................3
2.2 General specifications ..................................................................................................................................................3
2.3 Equipment ....................................................................................................................................................................3
3. Description of panels and connections .........................................................................................................................................4
4. First Installation .............................................................................................................................................................................5
4.1 Installation Guide ..........................................................................................................................................................5
4.2 Menu/Application ..........................................................................................................................................................6
4.2.1 Simple Guide ........................................................................................................................................................6
4.2.2 Full Guide .............................................................................................................................................................8
4.3 Menu/Channel ..............................................................................................................................................................9
4.3.1 Auto Scan .............................................................................................................................................................9
4.3.2 Manual Scan ........................................................................................................................................................9
4.3.3 Smart Antenna ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
4.4 Menu/Setup ..................................................................................................................................................................11
4.4.1 Screen Setting ......................................................................................................................................................11
4.4.2 System Setting .....................................................................................................................................................12
4.4.3 Parental Control ...................................................................................................................................................12
- Lock system ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
- Country ................................................................................................................................................................... 13
- Rating Control ........................................................................................................................................................ 13
- Change Password .................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.4.4 Closed Caption .....................................................................................................................................................15
4.4.5 Time Setting .........................................................................................................................................................16
4.4.6 Factory Default.......................................................................................................................................................17
4.5 Menu/Information .........................................................................................................................................................18
5. For everyday use ..........................................................................................................................................................................18
5.1 Switching on and off .....................................................................................................................................................18
5.2 Program selection .........................................................................................................................................................18
5.3 Volume adjustment.........................................................................................................................................................18

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SD-ATSC
ATSC / 8VSB Converter Box
Caution: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risks of electric
shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do
so.
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 dry cloth.
7. Do not block any 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 or grounding type plug.A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades anda third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If 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 plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Whena 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 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.
15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects fill with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. The readily operable appliance coupler will serve as the disconnect device of this apparatus.
18. The apparatus must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protected earthing connection.
19. Keep 10cm minimum distance around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.
20. Spent or discharged batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all
applicable laws. For detailed information, contact your local county solid waste authority.
21. Powering : 100-120V~, 60Hz, 10W max.
The lightning flash with arrow head symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of un-insulated "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.
Important Safety Instructions

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SD-ATSC
ATSC / 8VSB Converter Box
2.1 Preface
An ATSC Terrestrial Receiver is a product that enables you to see a large variety of channels that are supplied by a ATSC
Broadcast Stations. This User manual explains everything from how to install the Receiver to the steps that need to be taken to
improve various different functions. This manual also describes in detail a series of functions that are only available in this
Receiver, so that you can use them properly. Please be sure to read this manual so that the Receiver is installed and used
correctly, and make sure to keep it in a safe place for future reference.
2.2 General Specifications
MPEG-2 Digital & Fully ATSC compliant Parental Control is available which is supported
view-controlled by access system
Auto Sleep
User-friendly onscreen Menu Support English, French, Spanish
multi-languages
Favorite channels list. Software upgrade function
Automatic channel scan Remote control
Program information on the EPG
(Electronic Programming Guide ATSC A.74 Compliant
Support RF Modulator output to switch
channel 3/4 Full ATSC Compliant
2.3 Equipment
Check that all of the parts are in the box.
1. Digital ATSC Converter Box DTA1000
2. Remote control
3. “AAA”,”LR03” or “AM-4” bateries
4. User Manual
5. One RF cable
Before Beginning

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SD-ATSC
ATSC / 8VSB Converter Box
Fig. 1 - Front Panel
Button Function
PWR Switches between normal operational mode and standby mode.
CH ▲Goes up through the channels.
CH ▼Goes down through the channels.
Fig. 2 - Rear Panel
Name Function
ANT IN Antenna input or ATSC signal input.
RF OUT Support RF Modulator output to switch channel 3/4
VIDEO Video signal output.
AUDIO R Audio output (Right channel).
AUDIO L Audio output (Left channel).
Fig. 3 - Remote control
Button Function
Switches between normal operational mode and standby mode.
RECALL Return to previous channel
SIGNAL Check signal quality of the program you are watching
ZOOM Three zoom options are made for the TV screen can view any part of the zoomed picture.
MUTE Switches the sound off.
AUDIO key on the remote can change audio soundtrack (Multi-language).
INFO Push this button to find out the program information of a selected channel.
EXIT ReturnstothepreviousMenu withinthelargermenus.
Menu DisplaysthemainMenu onscreen.
SUBTITLE Select and switch to the program of which you would like to view the videotext information.
PG Displays the program schedules with short description on the TV screen
The cursors to move through menu options.
OK Executes the selected option in menu and enters the value in any input mode or it displays the channel
list while watching a program.
VOL+、VOL- Increases or decreases the volume.
CH-/CH+ Goes up or down through the channel numbers.
0 ... 9、100 Selection of a channel to watch. Direct input of data in menu.
- Dash Key
Panels and Connections