VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) CONTENTS m Video Entertainment System (VES) Description . . . 3 ▫ Remote Removal and Storage Instructions . . . . .16 ▫ Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 m Video Entertainment System (VES) Remote Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ CD/DVD Compatible Formats for Use with the VES™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ▫ Operating Instructions — Remote Control . . . . .
INTRODUCTION ▫ Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 ▫ Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 m Operating Instructions — AUX MPS Player . . . . .30 ▫ Scan Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 m Operating Instructions — AUX Video Games/Camcorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ▫ Headphone Battery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES™) DESCRIPTION This manual is intended to help with the operation of your rear seat Video Entertainment System (VES). The VES consists of a flat 79 LCD display, DVD drive, and remote control, packaged into an overhead console. VES comes equipped with auxiliary input audio/video RCA jacks for listening and viewing other consumer electronic device media.
INTRODUCTION • The VES is able to eject the disk at any time by pressing the remote or faceplate eject button. The VES will be able to load a disk when the key is in either ignition on or accessory on position. • When a CD is loaded into the VES, it will automatically start playing the music tracks. If a DVD movie is loaded, the movie will start automatically within 10 seconds after the main DVD menu is displayed if the disc supports the auto play feature.
INTRODUCTION • CD Changer – radio (if available) from radio • SAT (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver Services), if available from an SDARS module. • When an auxiliary (AUX) device, such as a game system is connected to the VES AUX inputs, VES will automatically detect the device whenever a video or audio signal is output from the device. For instance, a game system usually sends these signals when powered on with a game inserted.
INTRODUCTION display 9Locked9 on its display and no audio or video can be played by the system until it is unlocked. To unlock, press the parental lockout button again, this enables the VES to operate normally. The other method to unlock is by turning ignition off and then on again. Figure 1: When an audio only AUX device is connected, the screen above will appear: • There is a round button located behind the screen. This is called the parental lockout button.
INTRODUCTION 7 the VES, the radio controls radio functions. In this case, VES can share the radio mode, but not change stations or tracks until the radio mode is changed to a mode that is different from the VES selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority over the VES for all radio modes except VES mode. The VES can activate the radio even when the radio is off by turning on the VES and activating a radio mode such as FM. In this case, a VES icon will be visible on the radio’s display.
INTRODUCTION 4. CD Changer (in radio): Ability to Disk Up/Down and all listed CD controls (Fast Forward, Rewind, Scan, and Track Up/Down). 5. SAT: Ability to SEEK, SCAN, TUNE, and recall 10-12 presets per tuner selection. When the display screen is closed up into the console VES automatically turns power off to the display. The radio can still operate the VES for audio playback of CD or DVD media even while the screen is closed.
INTRODUCTION 9 VES mode, both may control operation of the VES player, so no beeps will be heard in the headphones. In all other modes, the radio is considered the master controller while in shared mode with the VES. Figure 4: When radio places VES in Random track mode, RND will be displayed on VES screen. The mentioned control functions can be selected from both faceplate and remote controls. If trying to control a function that is currently not allowed, a beep will be heard in the headphones.
INTRODUCTION back on. If an audio or video source is being played in the VES, and the screen is closed up into the console, the VES continues to send audio to the headphones and/or to the vehicle speaker system. When the screen is opened, then the rear video screen will automatically turn back on and show the appropriate display menu or media. • VES will power on in VES mode. VES mode may be changed by front panel mode button or remote mode button.
INTRODUCTION 11 • The radio faceplate buttons and remote steering wheel buttons can control the VES operation as if it is a remote CD player (Track up/down, FF/RW, etc.). 1 • The remote steering wheel control MODE button can cycle through all possible vehicle audio MODES (including the 9VES9) • The remote steering wheel control Volume buttons will only control the vehicle audio system volume. This will not change the VES headphone volume. A dial on the headphones controls headphone volume.
INTRODUCTION CD/DVD Compatible Formats for Use with the VES™ The VES is capable of playing CD-Audio discs that conform to the following DVD/CD Forum requirements: − Compact discs (CD) that conform to the Phillips and Sony’s 9Red Book9 and 9Blue Book9 and the IEC 908 specification for audio CD’s. − Recordable compact discs (CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R) that conform to Phillips’ 9Orange Book9 (part II). The VES is capable of playing back DVD-Video discs that conform to DVD Book Part 1 (Physical Spec.
INTRODUCTION 13 track is reached. The VES will attempt to play all subsequent tracks in this manner. Upon reaching the end of the last track by skipping forward, the VES will return to the beginning of the disc and attempt to play the start of the first track. If the disc is severely damaged or dirty, the VES will display 9Disc Error9 and eject the disc. Figure 7: Disc Error display shown If a disc has a damaged track, which results in audible or visible mistracking that persists for 2.
INTRODUCTION maintained between sessions. Therefore, each track number will be unique for each particular disc. Random and scan work as a single session CD after the above renumbering event. Figure 8: VES High Temp display shown for 7 seconds, then display will shut down until temperature is lowered.
INTRODUCTION 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS — CD/DVD PLAYER Power to operate the VES is supplied by the vehicle battery when any of the following occur: Loading the VES CD/DVD Player The CD/DVD player will accept a single disc. Gently insert one disc into the DVD player with the label facing up. 1. Whenever the radio is placed in VES mode. The disc will automatically be pulled into the DVD Player.
INTRODUCTION NOTE: • It is recommended to label home made burned discs with a permanent marker instead of adhesive labels. These types of labels may become loose and cause the disc to be stuck in the DVD player. This may cause permanent damage to the DVD mechanism. • You may eject a disc at any time, even with the VES off or Ignition off. To insert a disc, the ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position.
INTRODUCTION 17 1 Figure 9: Remote Control Storage and Removal.
INTRODUCTION VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM REMOTE FUNCTIONS VES Mode Audio/SDAR Mode MP3/WMA Playing in VES CD/CD-C/Tape Mode 1. Power 1. Power 1. Power 2. Light 2. Light 2. Light 1. Power 2. Light 3. Menu Up 3. Tune Up 3. Menu Up Next song 3. Next Track 4. Previous Selection 4. Seek Down 4. Fast Rew Track 4. Fast Rew Track 5. Enter 5. Next Preset 5. Select / play first song 5. No Function 6. Next Selection 6. Seek Up 6. Fast FF Track 6. Fast Fwd Track 7. Menu Down 7.
INTRODUCTION (1) Setup Soft Menu Options Language Sub-Title On/Off Audio Compression ON/OFF Brightness, Color, Tint, Contrast +/Operating Instructions — Remote Control Power Button (PWR) 1 Pressing the 9POWER9 button will turn the VES ON/ OFF. The headphones will be able to receive audio whenever the VES is powered on. Once the VES is on, simply depress the power switch on the headphones so that the red/green LED is illuminated. If the LED is red, press the scan button once.
INTRODUCTION ENTER/ARROW Buttons 3-7 Depending on the active mode, these buttons function differently. Use the 9ENTER9 button to play the DVD video or to enter selections from the menu screens. Use the arrow buttons to toggle through the menu screen options. MODE Button 16 Press this button to select between AM/FM, Radio CD player, or SAT (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver), if installed. The first press of the 9MODE9 button will toggle the system between available modes.
INTRODUCTION • CD/DVD Changer (Internal to radio) Press the right side of the 9SEEK9 button for the next chapter or track on the CD/DVD. Press the left side to return to the beginning of the current chapter or track. Press the left side of the 9SEEK9 button twice within 2 seconds to return to the previous chapter or track. Each press of the 9SEEK9 button up or down will toggle through the chapters or tracks.
INTRODUCTION PARTIAL SECTION 9 Program Button (PROG UP) 17 • AM/FM Mode Press and release the 9PROG UP9 button to search for the next preset memory station in either the AM or FM mode. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. This function is not available in shared mode since the radio is in control. • Tape Mode Changes the direction the tape is playing. The lighted arrow in the display window will show the new direction. • CD Mode No function.
INTRODUCTION SETUP SOFT MENU OPTIONS The VES has some user options available while playing a DVD. Some options may already seem familiar since many home DVD players have similar options. With a DVD playing, press setup button on the remote control. You will see a menu for adjusting the VES display. These options are normally not needed and are preset at the factory with default settings. However if you would like to adjust brightness, contrast, tint, or color settings, you may do so.
INTRODUCTION to move up/down. Once the arrow is pointing to your desired selection, press enter. When finished, press setup again to clear the menu. MP3 FUNCTIONS When playing a disc containing MP3 files, the VES is capable of displaying ID3 tag information on its display. This ID3 information includes Title, Artist, and Album information. The VES supports up to 255 MP3 files contained within up to 99 sub- directories. Navigation within sub-directories is possible.
INTRODUCTION example, if the directory Music Data Files is entered, the VES will display any sub-directories or file names within the Music Data Files directory. See Figure 14. 25 If the Billy Joel sub-directory is entered, a list of Billy Joel MP3 files are shown. By moving the arrow cursor to file number 6 and pressing enter, the song will play and the display will look like figure 12. Figure 11: Sub-directories of Music Data Files are shown.
INTRODUCTION The ID3 information displayed is dependant on the disc. Of course if the ID3 information is not copied to the disc, VES will not be able to display any ID3 information. It is not necessary to navigate through the disc. VES will auto play files in an order of precedence. CD-A files will play first, then MP3 files sequentially. If VES is in shared mode with the radio playing MP3 files in the VES. The radio random button may be activated placing VES in random mode.
INTRODUCTION 27 active tab. The VES display will show the channel number, station name, and program information. Program information includes artist, title, and album title if it is available. See figure 16. Figure 13: VES playing disc 2, track 12 and discs 1,2,3, and 6 loaded in Radio’s CD changer. SATELLITE RADIO FUNCTIONS VES is capable of working with the Sirius satellite radio receiver.
INTRODUCTION not be able to change satellite channels. In this case, only the radio controls will work the SAT channels. Please note that satellite station presets can only be stored by the radio. VES will display the radio preset number if that station was stored previously by the radio. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS — HEADPHONES 1. Power Button 2. Scan Button 3. Volume Control 4. LED Figure 14: VES display in SAT mode. Channel Name, Song, Artist, and Album information is displayed by VES.
INTRODUCTION NOTE: • The headphones will turn off automatically and the red LED will illuminate for approximately 2 minutes when the radio or rear audio system is turned off. • The rear audio system must be turned ON before sound can be heard from the headphones. Volume Control Rotate the volume control upward to increase the volume. Scan Button Pressing the scan button will automatically find the audio signal that is transmitted from the VES when the Rear Seat Audio System and the headphones are on.
INTRODUCTION 6. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. If you experience static or the headphones will not hold a channel, check for the following two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the headphones. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS — AUX MP3 PLAYER An MP3 player can be connected to the audio system.
