OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM P/N: 08A23-2E1 -010
WELCOME Your in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM is designed to give you and your family years of enjoyment. You can watch your favorite DVD-Video or Video-CD movies, you can listen to your favorite Audio-CD or MP3 albums, or plug-and-play a variety of standard video games. Please review these Operating Instructions to become familiar with the entertainment system's features and operation. Pay particular attention to the safety precautions for use of a video player in a vehicle.
Electrical Cautions and Warnings CAUTION Risk of electrical shock. Do not open DVD Player, LCD Screen, Remote Control, or FM Modulator. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of shock, do not remove the DVD Player, LCD Screen, Remote Control, or FM Modulator cover. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Handling Discs To remove the disc from its storage case, press down on the centre of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges. Always handle the disc by the edges. Never touch the surface. To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth, and wipe in a straight line from the centre of the disc to the circumference. New discs may have some roughness around the edges. The unit may not work or the sound may skip if such discs are used. Use a ball-point pen, etc.
Contents 1. Quick Start 1.1. Stereo DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.2. 7” Flip Down LCD Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.3. Wireless Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.4. Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3. In-Vehicle Entertainment System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3.1.
1. Quick Start 1.1. Stereo DVD Player Turn the vehicle ignition key to ACC or ON to start using the DVD Player. Operating the system for an extended period of time with the engine OFF will run down the vehicle's battery. Press to turn the DVD Player ON/OFF Press to switch to between MAIN/AUX Inputs.
1. Quick Start 1.2. 7” Flip Down LCD Screen 1.3. Wireless Headphones An infrared transmitter transmits the audio signal to the headphones Headphone Receivers 1. Infrared Sensors Receive audio signals from the transmitter. 2. Battery Cover To replace the batteries, slide cover down. 3. Power Indicator LED Is lit when headphones are ON. 4. Power Switch Turns headphone power ON/OFF. 5. Volume Control Use to adjust headphone volume. 6 Auto ON/OFF Switch is activated when headphones are placed on head 6.
1. Quick Start 1.4. Remote Control When using the remote, aim it at the infrared transmitter/receiver above the video display screen. (See 7" Flip Down LCD Screen, p. 2) 1. Power (DVD Player ON/OFF) 2. Menu Press to enter DVD Player Setup Menu if disc is loaded. Press to enter Disc Menu if disc is loaded. 3. Display Press to display Disc Information 4. Up Arrow Press to navigate in DVD menus and to control the zoom view area. 5. Left Arrow Press to navigate in DVD menus and to control the zoom view area.
2. System Overview B A C A) DVD Player with auxiliary input jacks B) Wireless Headphone Infrared Transmitter / Remote Control Receiver C) 7" Color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen D) Infrared Wireless Headphones E) Remote Control F) FM Modulator - not shown D E GENERAL OPERATION NOTE Your DVD Player supports many different types of media (CD-DA, DVD-Video, Video-CD, etc.). You will notice some slight differences in operation between these types of media. THIS IS NORMAL.
2. System Overview FEATURES High performance 7" flip-down LCD screen with adjustable settings for Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, & Dimmer control. Auxiliary video and audio jacks (standard RCA style connectors) for connecting video games and video equipment.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation AUDIO SYSTEM Turning on the FM Modulator will enable you to listen to audio from the in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM over the vehicle's speakers. To turn on the FM Modulator, press and hold the AUX button on either the Remote Control or DVD Player. NOTE: The wireless headphones remain operational regardless of the status of the FM Modulator. You must tune the vehicle's audio system to 88.5MHz (See NOTE) on the FM band to hear the audio.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.2 Remote Control NOTE: When using the remote, aim it at the infrared transmitter above the video display screen (see Item 5, p. 10) 1. Power (DVD Player ON/OFF) 2. Menu Press to enter DVD Player Setup Menu if disc is not loaded, or is loaded and stopped. Press to enter Disc Menu if disc is loaded.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 7. Zoom Press to zoom in on the screen video image. In zoom mode, the arrow keys (see #8, 9, 10, 11) can be used to change the view area on the screen 8. Up Arrow Press to navigate in on screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 9. Left Arrow Press to navigate in on screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 10. Right Arrow Press to navigate in on screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 11.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.3 Remote Battery Replacement 1. Battery replacement is usually required if the remote functions only when it is very close to the video display screen, or not at all. 2. Use your finger tip(s) to slide the battery cover down. 3. When replacing the battery, use two (2) AAA batteries, and install with the correct orientation as indicated on the remote.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.4 Flip-Down Screen 1 5 2 3 3 4 1. Vehicle Dome Light Switch Slide this switch to select Dome Light Off, Dome Light On, or Dome Light Door Activated 2. Video Screen Release Push to release video screen from its closed position. 3. Integrated Dome Lights Controlled by Vehicle Dome Light Switch (see 1. Vehicle Dome Light Switch). 2x3W bulbs. 4. 7" (diagonal) color liquid crystal display screen 5.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.5 General Operating Tips Operating the system for extended period of time with the engine OFF will run down the vehicle's battery. When the ignition key is turned OFF, the in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM is also turned OFF. To prolong system life and to optimize radio performance, turn the DVD player power OFF when you are not using it. When the ignition is first turned ON, the in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM will be powered OFF.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.6. Inserting/Removing Disc INSERTING DISC To insert a disc, the vehicle ignition key must be turned to the ACC or ON position. (See NOTE) Insert the disc into the disc slot as shown in the picture above. Do not force the disc, as the DVD Player will grab the disc and load it into place. The disc insertion orientation should be that the side of the disc that you want to play faces the bottom of the DVD Player.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.7. Play Operation Turn the ignition key ON (or ACC). Press the POWER button on the DVD Player. Insert a disc into the DVD Player. The disc should begin to play Press the STOP button to discontinue play. Press the EJECT button to remove the disc. Note: This unit has a "Dual Stop Mode" feature. See section 3.15 Dual Stop Mode for an explanation of the feature. DVD Illumination: When the DVD player is OFF, only the POWER button is illuminated.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.9. Next Operation While a disc is playing, momentarily press the NEXT button on either the remote control (see p. 8, button 18) or the DVD Player (see p. 6, button 4). The DVD Player will advance to the beginning of the next chapter or track, and then begin playing at that point. 3.10. Previous Operation While a disc is playing, momentarily press the PREVIOUS button on the remote control (see p. 8, button 17).
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.12. Special Effects Play (DVD-Video Only) Slow Play (Forward Or Reverse) While a disc is playing, press either the Slow Forward (see p. 8, button 23) or Slow Reverse (see p. 8, button 22). Play speed will decrease to 1/2 of normal speed. Pressing the button multiple times will further decrease the play speed from 1/2, to 1/3, to 1/4, to 1/5, to 1/6, & to 1/7 of normal speed.
3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.13. MP3 Play MP3 On Screen Display When you are playing a MP3 CD, you will see the name of the folder on the top line of the screen. The names of the songs will be shown in the columns underneath. MP3 Playing Order When selected for play, Folder Selecting, or Track Selecting, files and folders are accessed in order in which they were written to the CD.
4. Wireless Headphones Wireless Headphones To ensure the best performance from your wireless headphones, please read this carefully. 4.1. Special Features Automatic Level Control prevents input signal overloading. Uses high-frequency infrared light to assure a clean signal for clear reception. Adjustable headphone band for proper fit. Auto Off battery power savings feature automatically turns off headphones when they are not worn on your head. 4.2.
4. Wireless Headphones 4.3. Headphone Battery Replacement If you notice degraded sound or poor headphone performance, battery replacement is probably required. Use your finger tip(s) to slide the battery cover down. When replacing the battery, use 2xAAA batteries, making sure the battery polarity is correct. Replace the battery cover. 4.4. Operation Please read carefully to prevent damage to the headphones or your ears. Be sure the batteries are properly installed in the headphones.
5. Auxiliary Input Device Connection The in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM accepts video and audio RCA type connectors for all standard video games and video equipment (such as camcorders) in the auxiliary input jacks of the DVD Player. Playing Video Games Connect the video line to the YELLOW jack. Connect the left and right audio cables to the WHITE and RED jacks respectively. Turn on the power to the video game. Turn the DVD Player ON. Press the AUX button on either the remote control (see p.
6. Care of the DVD Player Environmental Extremes DVD Players subjected to harsh environmental conditions may be damaged or operate at less than maximum performance.
7. Troubleshooting Guide Symptom No Power. Vehicle ignition is ON, power indicator on DVD Player is OFF. Remote control does not work. Picture frozen on monitor. Remote control does not work. Player will not function, is operating in an incorrect manner. Player will not accept a disc. Picture is jittery or skips. Disc will not Play. No subtitles. No audio through the vehicle speakers. Possible Cause Blown fuse. Remedy Check audio fuses in vehicle fuse panel.
7. Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Audio cannot be heard through the headphone. Power switch on headphone is OFF. Volume on headphone set too low. Batteries in headphone are exhausted. Vehicle speaker system is too loud Desire radio but video system audio is heard through the vehicle speakers. Erratic or no operation. FM Modulator is turned ON Turn power switch on headphone ON. Raise volume on headphone. Replace with (2) AAA batteries.
8. Specifications VIDEO PLAYER SPECIFICATIONS Media Compatability Video System Audio System Mechanism Style Video System Video Performance Horizontal Resolution Video S/N Ratio Input Unbalanced AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS (OUTPUT) DVD-VIDEO, CD-DA, MP3, CD-R, Video CD NTSC MPEG I, MPEG II Direct Load: 3” (8 cm) & 5” (12cm) Disc 16:9 (Default), 4:3 Letter Box, 4:3 Pan Scan Output Level: 1.0Vp-p / 75OHM TV-LINE > 500 > 65dB 0.5 V p-p to 2.
8. Specifications For further improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without prior notice. NOTE: 1. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
9. Dome Light Replacement 1. Turn the Monitor dome light switch to the OFF position. 2. Insert a #0 straight blade screw driver into the rear slot on the light lens. (see Fig. 1) Gently pivot the screw driver toward the rear of the monitor. The lens should pop out slightly. 3. Pivot the lens away from the monitor and towards the front of the monitor. 4. Remove the bulb by pushing toward the front clip. 5. Replace with a 12 V - 3 watt bulb.
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