Akai ACVDS720T User Manual

Set of 2 Portable LCD-displays

7” with 1 built-in DVD-player

Operator’s manual GB 1 ~ 23

Operator’s manual

ACVDS720T

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

* SEE BACK OF UNIT FOR GRAPHIC

SYMBOLS *

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol,
within the equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to cause an electric shock.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH
THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

On Placement

• Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.

On Safety

• When connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may
damage it and create a hazard.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

• Leave a minimum of 5 cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilations.

• The ventilation openings should not be impeded by covering with items such as newspaper, table-cloths,
curtains, etc.

• No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.

• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

On Condensation

• When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the unit.
When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1 to 2 hours
before turning the unit on, or gradually heat the room up and allow the unit to dry before use.

Rating Plate Location

• The rating plate is located at the back of the unit.

The exclamation point within the equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in this
owner manual.

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS

DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol means that the unit
complies with European safely and
electrical interference directives.

This product contains a low

power laser device.

WARNING:

Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to a qualified

technician.

WARNING: THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE
EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFE USE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT

Here are a few tips to help you do this:

READ this instruction manual before you attempt to use the equipment.

NEVER fit make shift stands or legs with woodscrews. Use only approved supports and fasteners specially

designed for the equipment.

NEVER let anyone, especially children, push objects into holes, ventilation slots or any other opening; this could
result in fatal electric shock!

ENSURE that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between
pieces of equipment) are properly made in accordance with the instructions given. Switch off the main supply when
making or changing connections.

CONSULT your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DON'T continue to operate the equipment if it is damaged in any way or if it does not function normally.

DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is part of it's normal function to operate in your

absence, for example a video cassette recorder with timed recording facility.

LISTEN to headphones at moderate volume levels; high volume levels can permanently damage your hearing.

Notes on Copyright

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material
without permission.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936 licensed for
limited viewing uses only.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

• The AC/DC Adaptor is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable and

should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus

from supply mains, the AC/DC Adaptor of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the

mains socket outlet completely.

• When the signal lamp LED is off, it indicates that the apparatus is completely disconnected

from the mains.

TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE PLASTIC CABINETS,

IF THE UNIT IS NOT IN USE,

CONSUMER SHOULD PLACE THE UNIT AWAY

FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT FOR STORAGE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Precautions ...........................1

Important Safety Instructions .............2

Table of Contents ..............................3

Disc Formats .....................................4

Accessories ......................................5

Remote Control ................................5

Control Reference Guide

Remote Control ........................................... 6

DVD Player .................................................. 7

Monitor ........................................................7

Power Supply

Using the Car Power Adaptor ...................... 8

Connections

Watching a DVD on the Main Unit and the

Monitor ........................................................9

Connecting a TV .......................................... 9

Connecting a Stereo Receiver or Amplifier

(Main unit only) .......................................... 10

Connecting Game Pad/Video Equipments

(monitor only) ............................................10

Using the Monitor with Other Equipment

while Playing DVD on the Main Unit .......... 11

Using Headphones/Earphones .................11

Mounting in the Vehicle

Installation guide .......................................12

Using the Stand for Desktop Use ....13

Sound System .................................13

Unit Operation ................................13

CD / DVD OPERATION

Playing a Disc ............................................ 14

Pausing Playback (Still Mode) ................... 14

Stopping Playback ..................................... 14

Skipping to a different track ....................... 14

Fast Forward / Fast Reverse ..................... 14

Audio Selection ........................................15

Subtitle Selection ....................................... 15

Angle Selection .........................................15

SPECIAL FUNCTION

Display Function ........................................ 16

Locating a Specific Title ............................16

Locating a Specific Chapter ......................16

Locating a Specific Time ........................... 16

DVD Programmable Playback .........17

Repeat Playback .............................18

Playing MP3 and Picture Files.........19

Customizing the Function Settings

Language Setup ........................................20

Video Setup ............................................... 20

System Setup .......................................20-21

Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide ....................22

Specifications ..................................23

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DISC FORMATS

This DVD player can playback discs bearing any of the following marks:

Region Management Information

Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management
Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the DVD does not correspond to the region
number of this unit, this unit cannot play that disc.

The region number of this unit is 2.

Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available

When the symbol appears on the TV screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not available
at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the specific functions. Certain functions may
not be available on some discs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the disc.

Titles, Chapters and Tracks

• DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the disc
has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a
separate “title”. “Chapters” are sections of titles.

• Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is usually
one song on an Audio CD.

Note:

• Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded on them, but
some do not.

Icons Used on DVDs

Sample lcons

Note:

• When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played, but the graphic
images will not be shown.

Notes on Unauthorized Discs
You may not be able to play back some DVDs on this unit if they were purchased from outside your
geographic area or made for business purposes.

DVDs
[8cm(3")/12cm(5") disc]

Audio CDs
[8cm(3")12cm(5") disc]

Language selections for audio

Language selections for subtitles

Screen aspect ratio

Multiple camera angles

Region code indicator

Compatible

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ACCESSORIES

REMOTE CONTROL

Using the Remote Control

• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR
located on the unit.

• When there is a strong ambient light source, the
perform ance of the infrared REMOTE SENSOR
may be degraded, causing unreliable operation.

• The recommended effective distance for remote
operation is about 16 feet (5 meters).

To Change Remote Battery

1. Open the battery door.

Take out the plastic sheet before operating the
Remote Control.

2. Insert one CR2025 (3V) size battery.

Remote Control (with battery)...................................................................................................................x 1

Car Power Adaptor ................................................................................................................................... x 1

DC-AV Cable ............................................................................................................................................ x 1

Mounting Strap .........................................................................................................................................x 2

Game pad .................................................................................................................................................x 1

Carrying case ...........................................................................................................................................x 1

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

When battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote Control will greatly reduced and you will need
to replace the battery.

Note:

• If the Remote Control is not to be used for a long time, remove the battery to avoid damage caused by battery
leakage corrosion.

• Corrosion, oxidation, battery-leakage and any other gradually acidic defect of this nature will invalidate the
guarantee.

WARNING:

• DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERY IN FIRE; BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.

• Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE

Remote Control

1) VIDEO MODE Button

Adjusts Brightness, Contrast or Color of the LCD

screen.

2)

PREV Button

Moves back through titles, chapters or tracks on a

disc.

3)

/ SEARCH Buttons

SEARCH: Fast reverse playback.
SEARCH: Fast forward playback.

4) GOTO Button

Skips directly to a location on a DVD.

5) Cursor (

, , ,

) Buttons

Moves between selections on a menu screen and

adjusts certain settings.

ENTER Button

Confirms selections on a menu screen.

6) MEMORY Button

In STOP mode, sets titles/chapters in a favorite

order.

7) Number (0 - 9) Buttons

Use when creating programs, entering parental

control password or locating a title/chapter/track or
specific time.

8) REPEAT A-B Button

Performs point-to-point repeat playback on a DVD

or CD.

REPEAT DISC Button

Repeats a DVD chapter or title.
Repeats a CD track or the entire disc.

SETUP Button

In stop mode, it brings up the unit’s SETUP menu.

9) SUBTITLE Button

Selects one of the subtitle languages programmed

on a DVD (if available).

RETURN Button

Returns to normal operation after using the SETUP

menu of a DVD.

10) AUDIO Button

Selects one of the audio sound tracks on a DVD

(if more than one is available) or select the audio
output mode on a CD.

11) ANGLE Button

Switches between multiple camera angles when

the DVD you are playing has been programmed
with multiple camera angles.

12) DISPLAY Button

Shows status information on the screen.

13)

STOP Button

Stops playing a disc.

PLAY Button

Starts or resumes playback of a disc.

PAUSE Button

Pauses playback and frame advance.

14)

NEXT Button

Moves forward through titles, chapters or tracks on

a disc.

15) MENU Button

Enters and exits the main DVD menu.

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Monitor

1) DC OUT 9-12V Jack

2) VOLUME Control

Adjusts the volume.

3) Headphone Jack

4) AUDIO / VIDEO IN Jacks

5) LCD Screen

6) BRIGHTNESS Control

Adjusts the relative lightness or darkness

of the screen.

7) COLOUR Control

Adjusts the colour intensity.

8) Screen Switch

WIDE: Wide Screen
NORMAL: Pan Screen

9) ON / OFF Switch

10) DC IN 9-12V Jack

11) POWER ON Indicator

When the ON / OFF switch is in the ON position, the

light will illuminate.

12) Stand

CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE

DVD Player

1) Remote Sensor

Receives the remote control signal.

2)

OPEN Button

Press the

OPEN button and hold the

front panel to open the disc door.

3)

SEARCH Button

Performs fast reverse playback.

SEARCH Button

Performs fast forward playback.

PREV Button

Goes backwards to previous chapters/

tracks/titles.

NEXT Button

Advances chapters/tracks/titles.

STOP Button

Stops playing a disc.

PAUSE Button

Pauses playback and frame advance.

PLAY Button

Starts or resumes playback of a disc.

4) STANDBY(power off) / ON Switch

5) LCD Screen

6) Headphone Jack

7) VOLUME Control

Adjusts the volume.

8) AUDIO / VIDEO OUT Jacks

9) DC IN 9V-12V Jack

10) POWER ON Indicator

When the STANDBY / ON switch is in the ON

position, the light will illuminate.

11) Stand

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