VM9116 Operating Instructions 160 watts peak 40W x 4
VM9116 Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to use all the features of your new Jensen VM9116 Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum enjoyment. CONTENTS Features................................................................................................................3 Controls and Indicators..........................................................
VM9116 FEATURES Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9116 Mobile Multimedia Receiver. It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We recommend having your Jensen VM9116 installed by a reputable installation shop.
VM9116 iPod®/iPhone® • iPod®/ iPhone© via USB • High Speed Direct Connect Interface to Access iPod® Playlists, Artists, Albums and Songs. Play music and view video/photo* files from your iPod.* Video/photo playback requires jLink-USB iPod® interface cable (sold separately). • Power Management Charges iPod® while connected. Rear Camera • The VM9116 is “camera ready.” Before accessing any camera features, you must purchase and install a rear video camera.
VM9116 WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and viewing could interfere with safe driving conditions. WARNING! To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except when using for rear view video camera) never use the video display function while driving the vehicle. This is a violation of federal law. WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit. WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or fire, never expose this unit to moisture or water. WARNING! Never use irregular discs.
VM9116 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 1. C LOSE/OPEN Press to activate the automatic mechanical system and move the TFT monitor into the viewing position. Press again to close the TFT. 2. PIC/BAND With the monitor open, press PIC to adjust the Brightness and Contrast (see “Image/Display Settings”). With the monitor closed, press BAND to change between three FM and two AM bands. 3. TFT Display 4.
VM9116 1 2 CLOSE PIC 3 4 5 WIDE TILT VM9116 M U T E A/V INPUT SRC 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 7
VM9116 USING THE TFT MONITOR Opening/Closing the TFT Monitor Open TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to activate the mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing position. Close TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to load the display panel back into the compartment. TFT Monitor Auto Open • If “TFT Auto Open” is “on” when the unit is turned on, the monitor automatically moves to the viewing position.
VM9116 Monitor Movement Mechanism If an obstruction occurs in the monitor path, the following protective measures can be executed to prevent damage to the mechanism or monitor: Table 1: Monitor Protective Measures Obstruction Self Protection OPEN Button Pressed Power Reconnected Monitor loading out horizontally Monitor is automatically loaded into unit Monitor fully extended horizontally Monitor is automatically loaded into unit Monitor loading in Unit stops at horizontally obstruction point Monit
VM9116 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power On / Off Press the /SRC button on the unit to turn the unit on. You can also turn on the unit by pressing the OPEN button and opening the TFT screen. Press and hold the /SRC button to power off the unit. The monitor is drawn back into the main compartment. Audible Beep Confirmation An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The Beep tone can be disabled through the Setup menu.
VM9116 External Devices External peripheral devices, including a game console, camcorder, navigation unit, iPod, Zune, etc. can be connected to this unit via RCA output using an A/V Media Adapter Cable (not included). A/V INPUT 1 2 3 4 Right Audio Left Audio Ground Video 3.5mm A/V Cable (not included) Connect the external device to the A/V Media Adapter Cable and then plug the cable into the A/V INPUT connector on the front of the radio. Select “AUX IN1” on the SOURCE MENU to access auxiliary devices.
VM9116 Audio Control Menu The Audio Control feature allows you to easily adjust your audio system to meet the acoustical characteristics of your vehicle, which vary depending on the type of vehicle and its measurements. Proper setting of the Fader and Balance boosts the effects of the cabin equalizer. Equalizer Touch the EQ screen. button on the right side of the screen to display the equalizer Table 2.
VM9116 Setting Adjustable Range Function LCF 60 Hz Selects the low pass filter center frequency. Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the settings. 80 Hz 100 Hz 200 Hz MCF 0.5 kHz 1 kHz 1.5 kHz 2.5 kHz TCF 10 kHz 12.5 kHz 15 kHz 17.5 kHz Equalizer Presets User Acoustic Urban Rave Latin Dance Selects the mid pass filter center frequency. Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the settings. Selects the high pass filter center frequency. Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the settings.
VM9116 Balance-Fader Touch the BAL-FAD button on the left side of the equalizer screen to display the balance/fader screen. Table 3. Balance-Fader Adjustments Setting Adjustable Range Function Balance -16 to +16 Balances the audio output levels between the left and right side of the vehicle. Touch the or button to change the setting. Fade -16 to +16 Balances the audio output levels between the front and back side of the vehicle. Touch the or button to change the setting.
VM9116 To exit the balance-fader: • touch the X button on the top left corner of the screen or press and hold the rotary encoder. • touch the EQ button on the left side of the screen to display the equalizer screen. System Reset [RESET] Button To correct a system halt or other illegal operation, use the tip of a pen to press the reset button located on the front bottom-right corner of the unit. After a system reset, the unit restores all factory default settings.
VM9116 SETTINGS MENU To access system settings, touch the button on the screen to enter the SETTINGS MENU. The General Sub-menu appears on the bottom of the screen highlighted in blue. Accessing Menu Items Touch the sub-menu name on the bottom of the screen to select a sub-menu (General, Language, Rating, Audio or Hardware ). The features available for adjustment under the highlighted sub-menu option will appear on the left of the screen. Adjusting a Feature 1.
VM9116 General Sub-menu Features Setting Options Function Tuner Region USA • • • • AM Frequency Spacing - 10 kHz AM Frequency Band - 530 kHz ~ 1720 kHz FM Frequency Spacing - 200 kHz FM Frequency Band - 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz S.Amer1 • • • • AM Frequency Spacing - 10 kHz AM Frequency Band - 530 kHz ~ 1720 kHz FM Frequency Spacing - 100 kHz FM Frequency Band - 87.5 MHz ~ 108.
VM9116 Setting Options Function Clock (HH:MM) Clock appears in the top right corner of the screen during certain operations. NOTE: The AM/PM indication will change as you continue to adjust the hour past 12. Beep Off No beep sounds. On When turned on, an audible beep tone confirms each function selection. TsCal Yes Press to access the touch screen calibration function. Wallpaper Engine Buttons Allows the user to select a screen background.
VM9116 Language Sub-menu Features If a DVD supports more than one Subtitle or Audio language, all the languages are available for selection during playback. If the selected language is not supported by the DVD, then the default language is used. Setting Options Function Language English Display appears in English. Subtitle English DVD subtitles automatically appear in English when available. Auto DVD subtitles appear according to the default subtitle language specified on the disc.
VM9116 Rating Sub-menu Features The DVD system has a built-in parental lock feature to prevent unauthorized persons from viewing restricted disc content. By default, the rating system is unlocked. Once set up, the parental lock is released only by entering the correct password. Once the password is entered, rating is available for setup. Setting Options Function Set Password ____ Enter a 4-digit password to activate the “Rating” feature Parental Ctrl 1.
VM9116 Audio Sub-menu Features Setting Options Function DRC Off Employ the Dynamic Range Control (DRC) for better playback for low volumes. On Loudness Off LO Select low frequency boost only or high and low frequency boost. HI/LO Subwoofer Off Turns the subwoofer output on or off. On Sub Filter 80 Hz 120 Hz 160 Hz BASS Q 1.0 1.25 Selects a crossover frequency to set a cut-off frequency for the subwoofer’s Low-Pass Filter (LPF).
VM9116 Hardware Sub-menu Features If the rear-view video camera is connected, the unit is on, and the TFT monitor is retracted inside the unit, the TFT monitor automatically moves into the viewing position and Camera mode is selected upon shifting into REVERSE gear. When shifting into DRIVE gear, the TFT monitor is retracted back inside unit. Setting Options Function Camera In Normal Reverse the camera image as if looking through a rear-view mirror.
VM9116 Demo Sub-menu Features The Demo mode is on and set to Auto run by default. The Demo mode will display various user interface TFT display pages such as the Radio, Disc, Aux In, and Camera sources. The Demo mode will also display the Equalizer and Settings menu pages. Touching any portion of the touch screen will pause the Demo mode temporarily. If the touch screen is not pressed again (within 30 seconds) the Demo mode will resume.
VM9116 TUNER OPERATION Opening/Closing the TFT Monitor Open TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to activate the mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing position. Close TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to load the display panel back into the compartment.
VM9116 1. R adio icon: Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source. 2. Current radio band indicator. 3. Stereo broadcasting indicator. 4. Loc/Dx Indicator: Strong/Local signal broadcasting indicator. 5. Equalizer setting indicator 6. EQ icon: Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings. 7. Clock 8. P rogram Information: This indicator provides three types of information: PS, RT, and PTY.
VM9116 More Tab Touching the More tab will reveal the Options tab. Touching the Options tab will display the following CT and LOC functions on the Tuner TFT display screen. CT: (Clock Time, RDS feature) When enabled the radio system clock is synchronized with broadcasters time signal setting the clock automatically. In some regions where daylight savings time is not adhered to, the system clock will be off by one hour. In these cases, set CT to OFF and manually set the clock.
VM9116 Switching to Radio Tuner Source • Touch the top left corner of the screen (the RADIO box) to view the SOURCE MENU. Touch “Radio”. • Press the SRC button on the front panel to switch to the AM/FM or RADIO source. Selecting FM/AM Band Touch the Band icon on the screen to change between the following bands: FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2. NOTE: The BAND button on the front panel of the unit only works when the TFT is closed.
VM9116 Using Preset Stations Six numbered preset buttons store and recall stations for each band. All six stored stations (P1 - P6) for the current band appear on the screen. Storing a Station 1. Select a band (if needed), then select a station. 2. Touch the on-screen Mem icon to access the preset screen. 3. T ouch the preset number in which you would like to store the current station (or touch X to cancel and close the menu). The station frequency is displayed at the top of the menu.
VM9116 Auto Store (AS) To select six strong stations and store them in the current band: 1. Select a band (if needed). 2. Touch AS on the on-screen controls to activate the Auto Store function. The new stations replace stations already stored in that band. If you have already set the preset memories to your favorite stations, activating the Auto Store feature will erase those stations and enter the new strong stations.
VM9116 DVD/VCD VIDEO OPERATION NOTE: When properly installed, DVD video cannot be displayed on the main TFT screen unless the parking brake is applied. If you attempt to play a DVD while the vehicle is moving, the TFT screen display a parking brake notice. Rear video screens, if applicable, will operate normally. Opening/Closing the TFT Monitor Open TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to activate the mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing position.
VM9116 1. icon: Touch to advance to the next chapter on the DVD. 2. icon: Touch to see the second page of DVD controls. 3. icon: Touch to select a chapter/track directly using the on-screen display direct entry menu display 4. icon: Touch to stop DVD playback. 5. Sub icon: Touch during playback to select the subtitle language if the disc is recorded in multiple languages. Each time the icon is touched a different subtitle language is selected.
VM9116 Controlling Playback Inserting a Disc Upon inserting a DVD disc, DVD mode is entered and disc play begins. NOTE: If Parental Lock (Rating) is activated and the disc inserted is not authorized, the 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc must be authorized (see “Rating Sub-menu Features”). You cannot insert a disc if there is already a disc in the unit or if the power is off. NOTE: DVD-R and DVD-RW will not play unless the recording session is finalized and the DVD is closed.
VM9116 Sectional Repeat Function (A-B) Use the A-B function to define a specific area of a disc to repeat. • Touch A-B on the second page of DVD on-screen controls to set the start point (A) of the repeated section. • Touch A-B again once you reach the desired end point (B) of the repeated section. The selected portion of the DVD will now repeat continuously. • Touch A-B a third time to cancel the A-B section setting and stop repeat play.
VM9116 Multi-Language Discs (DVD Only) Changing Audio Language If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages, touch AUDIO on the second page of DVD on-screen controls to choose a language. Each time the icon is touched the language will change. Changing Subtitle Language If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages with subtitles, touch Sub on the second page of DVD on-screen controls to choose the language in which you would like the subtitles to appear.
VM9116 General Disc Information Table 5: Disc Properties Symbol 12 cm Disc Properties Max Play Time Single side single layer (DVD-5) Single side double layer (DVD-9) Double side single layer (DVD-10) Double side double layer (DVD-18) (MPEG 2 Method) 133 minutes 242 minutes 266 minutes 484 minutes Single side single layer (VCD) (MPEG 1 Method) 74 minutes Single side single layer 74 minutes Table 6: Disc Symbols Symbol Meaning Number of voice languages recorded.
VM9116 DVD/CD AUDIO OPERATION Opening/Closing the TFT Monitor Open TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to activate the mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing position. Close TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to load the display panel back into the compartment.
VM9116 Disc icon: Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source. Repeat Play Indicator - This indicator is lit when the repeat mode is active. Random Play Indicator - This indicator is lit when the random mode is active. Equalizer setting indicator EQ : Touch for quick access to the Equalizer level settings menu. Preview Window: Displays album art, if available. Toggle ( ) icon: Touch to toggle between menu page 1 and menu page 2. 8. Stop ( ) icon: Touch to stop playback. 9.
VM9116 Playlist Screen The Playlist screen allows you to directly search for music on your disc. • Touch a track title (if available) or track number to begin playback of that track. • Touch to view the previous playlist page. Touch to view the next playlist page. • Touch to return to menu page 1.
VM9116 Controlling Playback Inserting a Disc Upon inserting a CD, disc play begins. You cannot insert a disc if there is already a disc in the unit or if the power is off. Ejecting a Disc Press the button on the front of the unit to eject the disc. The unit automatically reverts to Tuner mode. You may eject a disc with the unit powered off. The unit will remain off after the disc is ejected.
VM9116 MP3/WMA OPERATION Opening/Closing the TFT Monitor Open TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to activate the mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing position. Close TFT Monitor Press the OPEN button on the front panel to load the display panel back into the compartment. Media and File Requirements This player allows you to play back MP3 and WMA files recorded onto CD-R/RWs, DVD+R/RWs, and DVD-R/RWs.
VM9116 For example, a medium with the following folder/file hierarchy is subject to Folder Search, File Search or Folder Select, as shown below. The VM9116 player will only recognize three folder levels and does not display folders containing only other folders. In the example above, the unit will display folders 3, 4, 6, and 8, but not 2 and 7 since they do not contain any tracks directly. Folder 5 is not recognized at all since it is at the fourth level.
VM9116 MP3/WMA TFT Display The on-screen indicators and touch key areas for MP3/WMA playback are outlined below.
VM9116 ISC: Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source. D Repeat Play Indicator - This indicator is lit when the repeat mode is active. Random Play Indicator - This indicator is lit when the random mode is active. Equalizer setting indicator EQ : Touch for quick access to the Equalizer level settings menu. Preview Window: Displays album art, if available. Toggle icon ( ): Touch to toggle between menu page 1 and menu page 2. 8. Stop ( ) icon: Touch to stop MP3/WMA playback. 9.
VM9116 Playlist Screen The Playlist screen allows you to directly search for music, video or photo files stored on your MP3 disc/USB device. • Touch a folder to view the contents of the directory or touch a track title/file name to begin playback of that file. • Touch to view the previous playlist page. Touch to view the next playlist page. • Touch to return to menu page 1.
VM9116 Search Playlist by File Type 1. Touch the MUSIC icon. 2. Touch “MUSIC,” “PHOTO” or “VIDEO”. The list of files that appear will be filtered by the type of file selected.
VM9116 Controlling Playback Inserting a Disc Upon inserting a MP3/WMA disc, disc play begins. You cannot insert a disc if there is already a disc in the unit or if the power is off. Ejecting a Disc Press the button on the front of the unit to eject the disc. The unit automatically reverts to Tuner mode. You may eject a disc with the unit powered off. The unit will remain off after the disc is ejected.
VM9116 iPod® OPERATION NOTE: Be sure your iPod® has the latest Apple firmware installed to avoid connectivity issues. This unit is Made for iPod® and iPhone®. You can control your iPod via touch screen to access Playlist, Artist, Albums, Songs, etc.
VM9116 The Search Screen allows you to search for music or video files stored in your iPod®/ iPhone®. Touch the Music list box to search for music grouped by playlists, artists, albums, songs, genres, composer or podcast. Touch the Video list box to search for videos grouped by movie, music videos, TV shows, video podcasts, rentals, and video playlists. Photos are displayed by using the iPod®/iPhone® to control and select photos. 1.
VM9116 Indicators/Controls The on-screen indicators and touch key areas for iPod® playback are outlined below. 1. i Pod icon: Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source. 2. / indicator: Indicates whether media is playing or paused. 3. Rock indicator: Indicates the current equalizer setting. 4. EQ icon: Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings menu. 5. Clock 6. Repeat ( ) icon: Indicates the repeat function is enabled. ) icon: Indicates the random function is enabled.
VM9116 Controlling Your iPod® Touch the MENU button to access the main iPod® menu. Use the touchscreen to navigate the iPod® menus. Direct Track Entry To select a track directly, touch the icon to display the direct entry menu. Touch to select a chapter/track directly using the direct entry menu by entering the desired track number. Touch OK to play the selected file. To exit the screen without changing the file, touch the large X. To clear your entry and start over, touch the small x.
VM9116 REAR CAMERA OPERATION This unit is “camera ready.” Before accessing any camera features, you must install a rear video camera. When the camera is not installed and the function is accessed by the gear selector being placed in reverse or by the unit’s menu, the message “VIDEO NOT DETECTED” will appear, indicating the function is not available. When the camera is installed, the rear view image of what is behind the vehicle will appear when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear.
VM9116 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7: Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Radio Fuse blown Install new fuse with correct rating Car battery fuse blown Install new fuse with correct rating Illegal operation Press the RESET button located in the bottom right corner of the front panel Improper audio output connection Check wiring and correct Volume set too low Increase volume level Improper “MUTE” connection Review wiring diagram and check “MUTE” connection Speakers damaged Replace spea
VM9116 Problem Cause Corrective Action Flashing image or interference appears on screen DVD is not compatible with current TV system settings Change setup to accommodate disc Improper video signal connections Check wiring and correct Prolonged image or improper height/ width ratio display Improper aspect ratio setup Use correct aspect ratio setting Monitor stops at incorrect position Moving path is blocked Press OPEN key to restart monitor movement TUNER Weak station searching Auto antenna is
VM9116 Problem Cause PBC cannot be used during VCD playback PCB is not available on the disc No repeat or searching PCB is on while playing VCD Corrective Action Turn PCB off MP3 Interruption occurred during playback 54 Disc is dirty or scratched Clean disc or replace File is damaged/bad recording Recreate disc with good files
VM9116 Error Messages Table 8: Error Messages Message Displayed Cause Loading Disc is being read No Disc Disc is dirty Clean disc with soft cloth Disc is upside down Insert disc with label side up Disc not present in loading compartment Insert disc Disc is dirty Clean disc with soft cloth Disc is upside down Insert disc with label side up Bad Disc Unknown disc Disc format is not compatible with this unit Region Error DVD is not compatible with region code of unit Error Illegal mechani
VM9116 Care and Maintenance 1. U se only a clean silicone cloth and neutral detergent to clean the front panel or monitor. A rough cloth and non-neutral detergent (such as alcohol) may result in scratching or discoloration. 2. Do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit. 3. If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective circuit automatically stops play of the disc. If this occurs, allow the unit to cool before operating the player again. 4.
VM9116 SPECIFICATIONS DVD/CD Player Compatible Disc Media: DVD + R / RW (Single and Dual Layer) and CD-R / RW Compatible Media Formats: CD-DA, MP3, WMA, VCD, SVCD, Xvid, AVI, MPEG 1/2 Signal to Noise Ratio: >95dBA Dynamic Range: >95dB Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20 kHz, -3dB Channel Separation: > 60dB @ 1 kHz D/A Converter: High performance 24-bit / 192 kHz sample rate, Multi-Bit SigmaDelta Modulator Video Format: NTSC, PAL (auto-detection) Output: 1Vp-p (75-ohm) Input: 1Vp-p (75-ohm) FM Tuner Tuning Ran
VM9116 General Auxiliary Input impedance: 10k Power Supply: 11 to 16VDC, negative ground Power Antenna (Blue): 500mA max, current limited protection Amplifier Remote (Blue/White): 500mA max, current limited protection Operating Temperature: -20C ~ 65C Fuse: 15-amp, mini ATM type DIN chassis dimensions: 7” X 7” X 2” (178mm x 178mm x 50mm) CEA Power Ratings Power Output: 13 Watts RMS x 4 channels into 4-Ohms @ < 1% THD+N Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBA below reference (Reference: 1 Watt, 4-Ohms) Frequency Respo
VM9116 COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS Owner’s Manual and Install Manual 30613770 Wire Harness 30313770 Trim Rings ( Main and Secondary- Packaged Together) 30413580 Sleeve 30113580 Hardware Bag 30513030 59
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