Zentech DF2000L User manual

DF2000L/DF2009L
EZTV USER MANUAL
(ATSC Converter Box)
entech
anufacturing,
nc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ....................................................................................................- 2 -
2. ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................................- 4 -
3. FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................................- 4 -
4. REAR PANEL...............................................................................................................................- 5 -
5. REMOTE CONTROL...................................................................................................................- 5 -
5-1. BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS .........................................................................................................- 5-
5-2. REMOTE CONTROL CODE ......................................................................................................- 6-
6. SETUP...........................................................................................................................................- 7 -
6-1. REMOTE CONTROL.................................................................................................................- 7-
6-2. BASIC CONNECTION...............................................................................................................- 7-
6-3. START UP ................................................................................................................................-9-
7. BASIC OPERATION (NON MENU MODE)...........................................................................- 11 -
8. MENUS........................................................................................................................................- 14 -
8-1. MENU/CHANNEL/FAVORITE LIST EDITOR:...........................................................................- 14 -
8-2. MENU/SCAN/AUTO SCAN.....................................................................................................- 15 -
8-3. MENU/SCAN/MANUAL SCAN................................................................................................- 15 -
8-4. MENU/SETUP/SCREEN SETTING..........................................................................................- 16 -
8-5. MENU/SETUP/SYSTEM SETTING ..........................................................................................- 17 -
8-6. MENU/SETUP/PARENTAL CONTROL (V-CHIP)....................................................................- 18 -
8-7. MENU/SETUP/CLOSED CAPTION .........................................................................................- 22 -
8-8. MENU/SETUP/TIME ZONE.....................................................................................................- 22 -
8-9. MENU/SETUP/FACTORY DEFAULT........................................................................................- 23 -
8-10 MENU/SETUP/INFO/SYSTEM INFORMATION ........................................................................- 23 -
9. SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................................- 24 -
10. CUSTOMER SERVICE...........................................................................................................- 25 -
10.1 INTERNET SUPPORT.............................................................................................................- 25 -
10.2 PHONE SUPPORT.................................................................................................................- 25 -
11. LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................................- 25 -
11.1 LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................................................................- 25 -
11.2 LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE ..........................................................................................- 25 -
11.3 MAIL-IN SERVICE .................................................................................................................- 25 -
12. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................- 26 -

1.IMPORTANTINFORMATION
CAUTION
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WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE. TO PREVENT
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER OR
SCREWS. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICEPERSONNEL. DO NOT ALLOW THIS PRODUCT
TO BE EXPOSED TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DISCONNECT
THE MAIN PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN
NOT IN USE.
WARNING: Do not use this product where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility.
Do not use near flower vase, washbowls, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs, swimming pools, etc.
WARNING: Do not put a candle or lamp stand on the cabinet as this creates a fire hazard.
WARNING:
The unit should be connected to a power supply other than the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply (for example, 120 or 230 V) to your home, consult your local dealer or local power
company.
WARNING: Diodes are used in this product. To avoid direct exposure to radiation, do not
open the cabinet or touch any parts in the inner mechanism. Consult your local dealer for
technical service if opening is required.
Note: To ensure proper use of this product, please read this User Manual carefully and
retain for further reference.
Unit Cleaning: After the unit power is turned off, you can clean the cabinet, panel and remote
control with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Attachments: Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the manufacturer’s
consent as such additions may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal
injury.
Locating:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to protect it from
overheating. Do not block these openings or allow them to be blocked by placing the unit on
a bed, sofa, or other similar surface, nor should it be placed over a radiator or heat register .
Power-Cord Protection:
Place the power-supply cord out of the way, where it will not be walked
on. Please pay special attention to cords and plugs at the poin ts where they make their
connections
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Object and Liquid Entry: Never put objects of any kind into this unit through openings, as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never pour or spill any liquid on the unit.
Note: Moisture may be formed on the power indicator lens under the following conditions:
¤ when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment or an
air-condition room to a warm place.
¤ immediately after a heater has been turned on.
¤ in a steamy or very humid room.
If moisture forms inside the unit, it may not operate properly. To correct this problem, turn
on the power and wait for about two hours for the moisture to evaporate.
Parts Replacement:
If any component parts in the unit need to be replaced, the user should make
sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized replacement may put the unit under the
risk of fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety Check:
After all maintenances and repairs are done, the user should request that the
service technician conduct an overall safety check to ensure the unit is safe to operate under
normal conditions.
FCC:
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 that may cause undesired operation
The power supply for this device is UL Approved.
This device meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Note: This device will pass-through standard Analog TV signals from
“ANT IN” to “RF OUT” under the following conditions:
1) Install the unit as described in Section 6 2.1 using the RF cable.
2) Use the Menu to turn the “Loop Through” option to ON as
described in section 5.5 5 on page 17 of this manual.
3) Turn Power to the device off (the device is in stand-by mode with
the red light showing).
This set-up will allow you to use your TV to receive non-digital signals
in the same manner that you have in the past.
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2. ACCESSORIES
Remote Control and
two Batteries AC Adapter 110V~120V RF Cable
User Manual AV Cable
3.FRONTPANEL
1. Power Indicator:
Green light means ON.
Red light means STANDBY.
No light means OFF.
2. Power button:
Press ÆON
Press ÆOFF
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4.REARPANEL
1. ANT IN: Coax cable input.
2. Antenna Coax cable output.
RF OUT:
RF Audio/Video
cable connection to the TV.
3. CH3/CH4 Switch:
Switch RF OUT channel
4. AV:
Audio/Video connection to the
TV.
5. DC 12V 1A:
AC adapter input.
5.REMOTECONTROL
5-1. Button Descriptions
1. MUTE: Mute or restore the sound.
2. CC: Close Caption on/off.
3. AUDIO: Toggle preferred audio language.
4. EPG: Electronic Program Guide
Displays a program guide if pressed
when not in “Menu” mode.
5. OK: Activates the highlighted MENU item.
Activates the Quick Channel list if pressed
when not in “Menu” mode.
6. /Left/Right: Increase/decrease the
volume level if pressed when not in “Menu”
mode.
Moves the cursor to the left/right if pressed
in “Menu” mode.
7. FUNC: Used for special Functions in Menu
mode based on color code.
8. Exit: Exits from the menu or sub-menu and
Cancels any functions in progress.
9. NUMERIC KEY (0-9): Controls numerical
operations and used to change channels
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directly.
10. : Used to enter a dash “-“ in the channel
number.
11. POWER on/off: Turns the receiver ON/OFF.
12.ZOOM: Switch the screen format (Full/Letter/Center).
13.SIGNAL: Activates the “signal strength” meter.
14.FAV: Shows the current list of favorite channels.
Press multiple times to scroll through lists.
15. /UP/Down: Change the current channel to the previous/next
channel when not in “Menu” mode. Moves the cursor up/down in
Menu mode.
16.MENU: Shows the Menu or sub-menu and Cancels any other function
in progress.
17. Info: Activates the Info banner.
18. Recall: Returns to the last channel.
5-2. Remote Control Code
1. Universal Remote Control setting:
The remote control that comes with the device is pre-programmed to
work with this converter box. If you want to set-up your own
universal remote control so that it will control this converter box, you
can set your universal remote to work a model NEC0024 device. After
programming your universal remote with code NEC0024, you can use
the Power, Channel UP, Channel Down and Volume buttons
on the universal remote control.
Key codes are listed here for reference.
Brand Name /
Model Number Protocol Function Customer Code
Key Code
Power 0xE718 0x08
Channel Up 0xE718 0x00
Channel Down 0xE718 0x01
Volume Up 0xE718 0x02
NEC / 0024 NEC
Volume Down 0xE718 0x03
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6.SETUP
6-1. Remote Control
Open the Battery Cover and insert batteries into the controller.
Battery Cover
Note: Be sure to inset batteries according to the polarity +/-
marks inside the remote control (positive end pointing to the
bottom of the remote).
6-2. Basic Connection
Please perform the following steps to connect your device.
1. Antenna Connection (Outdoor or Rabbit-Ears)
Connect a cable from your antenna (outdoor or rabbit-ears) to the
F-Type “ANT IN” connector.
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2. Make a connection to the TV using step 2.1 or step 2.2 below
Note: Analog pass-through is enabled when you connect your TV
following Section 6 2.1 (RF Cable). This device will pass-through
standard Analog TV signals from “ANT IN” to “RF OUT.” To use the
pass-through feature:
1) Install the unit as described in Section 6 2.1 below using the RF
cable.
2) Use the Menu to turn the “Loop Through” option to ON as
described in section 5.5 5 on page 17 of this manual.
3) Turn Power to the device off (the device is in stand-by mode with
the red light showing).
2.1 RF AV Cable Connection (not required if you use the AV Cable in 2.2)
Use the supplied RF cable to plug into the “RF OUT” terminal on
the device. Plug the other end of the cable into the TV set. Be sure
to set the CH3/CH4 SWITCH on the device to match the same
channel you select on the TV set. If you set the CH3/CH4 switch on
the device to CH3, please change your TV set to channel 3. If you
set the switch to CH4, please change the channel on your TV set to
channel 4. Keep your TV on channel 3 or 4 (as selected above).
To watch different channels, use the supplied remote control to
change channels. If you change the channel on your TV set from
channel 3 or 4, you will not be able to see any TV signals.
2.2 AV Cable Connection (not required if you use the RF Cable in 2.1)
Plug the black end of the supplied AV cable into the device “AV
OUT” connector, and plug the other ends of the cable into your TV,
YELLOW terminal for VIDEO IN, RED terminal to AUDIO IN (RIGHT),
WHITE terminal to AUDIO IN (LEFT). Set the Input using your TV or
TV remote to the corresponding Video Input mode (It doesn’t matter
which channel your TV is set to when using the AV input mode).
2. Power Adapter Connection
Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet. Connect the other end to the
“DC IN” Jack on the device.
3. Analog Pass-Through Feature
Analog pass-through is enabled when you connect your TV using

Section 6 2.1 (RF Cable). This device will pass-through standard
Analog TV signals from “ANT IN” to “RF OUT.” To use the
pas-through feature:
1) Install the unit as described in section 6 2.1 using the RF cable.
2) Use the Menu to turn the “Loop Through” option to ON as
described in section 5.5 5 on page 17 of this manual.
3) Turn Power to the device off (the device is in stand-by mode with
the red light showing).
6-3. Start up
Ensure that your device is properly connected to your television as
described in 6.2 above, that you have inserted the batteries into the
remote and that your antenna is fully extended. Press the power
button on the device or remote control to activate the device.
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Power Button
6-4 Installation Guide
When the device is first used, the Installation Guide will be displayed.
Follow the Installation Guide (shown next) to set the parameters and
perform channel scanning as described below:
1. Select your Language.
The default language for the On
Screen Menu (OSM) is set to English.
Press Left/Right to choose another
display language: English, Spanish,
French.
Press OK to go the next page.
2. Select the Time Zone.
Press the Left/Right button to select
your time zone. The unit will
automatically display the correct time
for your selected time zone.
2.a. Set the Auto Daylight Saving.
The default setting of the Auto