Winegard RC-DT09 User manual

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Instruction Manual
Digital to Analog
Converter Box
RC-DT09
Need More Help?
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Please visit online help at
http//www.1800customersupport.com
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within the
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
cause an electric shock.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 dry 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 or grounding - type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety.When the provided
plug does not fit into your AC power 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 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.
Portable Cart
Warning
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this
owner’s manual.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT
PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ON OR NEAR THIS UNIT.
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 the power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has 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.
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ACCESSORIES
AC Adapter .............................................................................................................................. x 1
Remote Control ........................................................................................................................ x 1
AAA Batteries (for Remote Control) ......................................................................................... x 2
RF Cable .................................................................................................................................. x 1
CONTENTS
Safety Precautions ...................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ..................... 2
Accessories ................................................. 3
Contents ....................................................... 3
Remote Control .................................................4
Quick Start Guide ........................................... 5-6
Control Reference Guide ............................... 7-8
Connections ..................................................... 9
Connecting aTV(Using the RF Cable) ...................9
ConnectingaTV(Usingthe AV Cable)....................9
Power Supply ................................................. 10
Using the AC Adapter .........................................10
Turning on the Unit ..............................................10
Dolby Digital ......................................................10
Basic Operation .............................................. 11
Searching for Channels Automatically ................11
Viewing theTV Channel .....................................11
Adjusting theVolume .........................................11
Viewing the Information .....................................11
Viewing Signal ..................................................11
On-Screen Menu-Channel ..............................12
Channel Scan/Add/ Edit .....................................12
Manual Scan .....................................................12
Output Channel .................................................13
On-Screen Menu-Option ................................ 13
Clock ................................................................ 13
Aspect Ratio ...................................................... 13
Language ......................................................... 14
Audio Language ................................................ 14
Caption Select .................................................. 14
DCC View .......................................................... 15
Sleep Mode ....................................................... 15
On-Screen Menu-Lock ................................. 15
Lock System .....................................................15
Set Password ....................................................16
Block Channel ...................................................16
TV Rating-Children ............................................16
TV Rating-General .......................................16-17
Movie Rating .....................................................17
Downloadable RRT ...........................................17
Maintenance ................................................... 18
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................18
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Battery Replacement
When the batteries become weak, the operating distance of the remote control is greatly reduced
and you will need to replace them.
To Install Batteries
2. Insert two AAA batteries.
• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit.
• When there is a strong ambient light source, the performance of the infrared REMOTE SENSOR
may be degraded, causing unreliable operation.
• The recommended effective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet (5 meters).
1. Open the battery door.
REMOTE CONTROL
Notes:
• If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid corrosion
damage caused by battery leakage.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBON-ZINC) or rechargeable
(NICKEL-CADMIUM) batteries.
• Always remove batteries as soon as they become weak.
• Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the remote control.
• WARNING: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Batteries may explode or leak.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type.
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1. Connect an antenna cable to the RF IN terminal on the rear of the unit.
2. Use the RF cable (included) to connect the unit and TV/Monitor.
3. Use the AC adapter (included) to connect a suitable wall outlet.The supplied 9V adapter operates
on AC 120V ~ 60Hz.
4. Turn on your TV and follow the instructions included with it to select the “TV” function.
Option Two: Using the AV Cable to Connect a TV
1. Connect an antenna cable to the RF IN terminal on the rear of the unit.
2. Use the AV Cable (not included) to connect the unit and TV/Monitor.
3. Use the AC adapter (included) to connect a suitable wall outlet.The supplied 9V adapter operates
on AC 120V ~ 60Hz.
4. Turn on your TV and follow the instructions included with it to select the “AV IN” function.
QUICK START GUIDE
Rear of TV
YELLOW
RED
WHITE
YELLOW RED WHITE
Rear of TV
Option One: Using the RF Cable to Connect a TV
STEP 1: CONNECTIONS
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STEP 2: TURNING ON THE UNIT
1. While the AC adapter is connected and the unit is on standby, power will be consumed and the
power indicator is RED.
2. Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the unit. The power indicator is GREEN.
1. Press the MENU button on the remote
control.
2. Use the / buttons to select the CHANNEL
menu.
3. Use the button to select Channel Scan and
press the ENTER button or the button to start
scanning.
STEP 5: VIEWING THE TV CHANNEL
1. Press the MENU button on the remote
control.
2. Use the / buttons to select the OPTION
menu.
3. Use the button to select Language then
press the ENTER button or the button.
4. Use the / buttons to select English /
Español (Spanish) / Français (French).
5. Press the EXIT button on the remote control to
exit menu.
STEP 3: SETTING THE OSD LANGUAGE
DCC View
QUICK START GUIDE
Press the CH-/CH+ buttons to select a channel, or press the number button on the remote to select
the channel you want to watch.
• For channels 1 to 9, enter a one-digit channel number.
• For channels 10 to 69, enter the two-digit channel number.
Please read the Instruction Manual for further details on using the Converter Box.
STEP 4: SEARCHING FOR CHANNELS AUTOMATICALLY
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CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE
Remote Control 1) MUTE Button
Press to turn off the sound.
2) MENU Button
Press to display the on-screen menu or switch
back to the previous menu screen.
3) CURSOR ( , , , ) Buttons
Use to highlight selections on a menu screen
and adjust certain settings.
ENTER Button
Confirm selection on a menu screen.
4) INFO Button
Press to display information on the current
channel.
5) VOL + / VOL - Button
Press to increase/decrease the volume.
6) CC Button
Press to change the Closed Caption
appearance. This function only works on
programs broadcasted with captions.
7) STANDBY/ON Button
Press to turn ON the unit or put it in STANDBY
(OFF) mode.
8) EXIT Button
Press to exit from the on-screen menu or a
pop-up display.
9) SIGNAL Button
Press to display TV signal quality.
10) CH / CH Buttons
Press to select the channel upward or
downward.
11) NUMERIC Buttons
Press to enter numbers or go directly to a
specific channel.
12) LAST CH
Press to switch repeatedly between the last
two channels displayed.
• [dot] Button
Press to enter digital sub-channels with the
numeric buttons (i.e. 11.3 or 12.7).
1
2
3
4
5
612
11
10
9
8
7
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CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE
1) Remote Sensor
Receives infrared signals from the remote
control.
2) CH-/CH+ Buttons
Press to select the channel upward or
downward.
3) Button
Turns the power on or restores the unit to
the standby mode.
4) STANDBY/ON Indicator
Green: power on
Red: standby mode
5) ANTENNA RF IN Terminal
Connect the AIR antenna.
6) TV RF OUT Terminal
Use to connect yourTV using a coaxial cable.
Analog RF signals output from the TV RF
OUT terminal.
7) AUDIO OUT / VIDEO OUT Jacks
Outputs audio/video signals to a connected
TV.
8) DC IN 9V Jack
Connect the supplied AC adapter.
Front View
Back View
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CONNECTIONS
Connecting a TV (Using the RF Cable)
1. Connect an antenna cable to the RF IN terminal on the rear of the unit.
2. Use the RF cable (included) to connect the unit and TV/Monitor as shown.
Connecting a TV (Using the AV Cable)
1. Connect an antenna cable to the RF IN terminal on the rear of the unit.
2. Use the AV Cable (not included) to connect the unit and TV/Monitor as shown.
Rear of TV
Note:
Make sure to turn on your TV and follow the instructions included with it to select the “TV” function.
YELLOW RED WHITE
YELLOW RED WHITE
Rear of TV
Note:
Make sure to turn on your TV and follow the instructions included with it to select the “AV IN”
function.
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Using the AC Adapter
The supplied 9V adapter operates on AC 120V ~ 60Hz.
While the AC adapter is connected and the unit is on standby, power will be consumed and the power
indicator is RED.
Cautions:
• The AC adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other equipment.
• When the unit is not going to be used for a long period of time, disconnect the AC adapter from
the AC power outlet.
• When the AC adapter is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected from the main
power supply, even when the power is turned off.
POWER SUPPLY
Turning on the Unit
Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the unit. The power indicator is GREEN.
Dolby Digital
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
‘Dolby’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
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