Page 2 - Important Safety Information; These markings are located on the bottom, side or back of the u nit.; instructions in the manual accompanying this product.; This device contains a digital television
1 Important Safety Information W AR NING: 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. Pl...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions
2 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. VENT...
Page 5 - Remote Control; Introduction; AV Cables; Down converts to 480i; <1 Watt While in Sleep Mode; Specifications
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 interfe...
Page 6 - Table of Contents; Troubleshooting Guide; Symptom
5 20 Table of Contents G etting Started Important Safety Information ................................................... Important Safety Instructions .............................................. Introduction / What’s In The Box? / Specifications ............ Table of Contents .......................
Page 7 - • When replacing batteries, replace both of them. Do not mix new and; Display Menus; Signal; Signal Level; Volume; Remote Control Battery Installation
19 Remove the battery compartment cover. Load two fresh “AAA” batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure the batteries are inserted properly, matching polarity by referring to the symbols “+ -” marked in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover. • When replacing batteries,...
Page 8 - Time Zone; Press Exit; Using arrow buttons, highlight; Remote Control Functions; CCD
7 18 Main Menu Smart Antenna (Optional) Time Zone TV Aspect Ratio 1 Using arrow buttons, highlight “Smart Antenna” to display the Smart Antenna menu, then press OK. Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main menu. Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main menu. Press Exit Press ...
Page 9 - Front & Rear Panel Overview; Remote control sensor
8 Front & Rear Panel Overview 1 2 1 2 DT250 (front view) Power ON / Standby (Green light - On) (Red light - Standy) Remote control sensor DT250 (rear view) 1 2 4 3 5 Channel 3/4 Switch Antenna IN (RF Input) TV out (RF Output) Composite Video Output S-Video Output 6 3 7 1 2 4 5 6 7 Audio (L/R) Ou...
Page 10 - QUICKSETUP
9 Standard Install - RF Input / Output Connect antenna wire to RF ANTENNA IN on the rear of the DT250. Connect the supplied coaxial cable wire from the CH 3/4 terminal (RF Out) to RF ANTENNA INPUT on the rear of your TV. To view, tune Ch 3 or 4 on your TV, choose the channel that does not have an ac...
Page 11 - Set Password Code; Press MENU on the remote control to display the Main Menu.; Connection to TV
9 VIDEO 16 1 2 Main Menu Set Password Code Auto Scan Digital Channels Manual Channel Set (Add / Delete Channels) Auto Program 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 ...
Page 12 - Zoom Functions; Zoom effect on a 4:3 TV Display; Connection to Stereo
15 10 Zoom Functions Zoom effect on a 4:3 TV Display Due to the nature of digital broadcasts, the normal image displayed onyour television may appear as a “windowbox” or “letterboxed” image. Thisis a normal condition based on signal transmission and programming. Press the ZOOM button on the remote c...
Page 13 - Remote Control Overview; Quick Start Guide; digital channels immediately. It is recommended that you read the
15 10 Zoom Functions Zoom effect on a 4:3 TV Display Due to the nature of digital broadcasts, the normal image displayed onyour television may appear as a “windowbox” or “letterboxed” image. Thisis a normal condition based on signal transmission and programming. Press the ZOOM button on the remote c...
Page 14 - Arrow Buttons / OK; Recall; Guide; Note: Make sure your television volume is sufficient.; Number Buttons; Press button to turn the converter box ON or OFF. When powered; Menu
13 12 Remote Control Overview Arrow Buttons / OK Channel + - Volume + - Press Channel + to scan up to the next channel. Press Vol + to gradually increase volume. 1 2 Recall Display Press to return to the previously viewed channel. Press to view information about the currently viewed program. 1 2 1 P...
Page 19 - Sleep Timer
9 VIDEO 16 1 2 Main Menu Set Password Code Auto Scan Digital Channels Manual Channel Set (Add / Delete Channels) Auto Program 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 ...
Page 24 - Limited Warranty
22 Limited Warranty DT250 Digital TV Converter Box 1YEAR PARTS / 90 DAY LABOR LIMITED WARRANTY WHO IS COVERED? WHAT IS COVERED Warranty repair from the original date of purchase: 1 year replacement of parts; 90 day limited labor warranty coverage. If you don’t have proof of purchase, your unit will ...
Page 25 - Legal Notice; • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; FCC warning
23 Legal Notice FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following two\conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause un...