LCM641S
Roof Mount
Flip Down
Monitor
Video Only
US Patent #D 413,856
Owner’s Manual
And
Installation Guide
Audiovox Specialized Applications, LLC
23319 Cooper Dr.
Elkhart, IN 46514
1-800-688-3135
www.asaelectronics.com
Features:
8010770)
- TFT Active Matrix Color LCD
- Built In Dome Lights
- “Hide Away” Screen When Not in Use
- Wide Viewing Angle (6.4” Diagonal)
- High Resolution (640 x 480)
- High Brightness (300 nit)
- Automatic Viewing Signal Sensing Turn-On Circuit
- Designed and Tested for Automotive Use
Installation may require Mini Console (Trim Ring) order no. 1181300
1) LCM641S Video Monitor – 1 pc.
2) Accessory kit (P/N 1186410) – 1 pc.
2a) #4 x 3/8” Screws – 11 pcs.
2b) #4 Washers – 11 pcs.
2c) #6 x 5/8” Self-drilling Screws – 4 pcs.
2d) #5 Washers – 4 pcs.
2e) Spacers – 8 pcs.
2f) Y-Adapter (P/N 0892165) – 1 pc.
2g) Cord, Power – 1 pc.
3) Owner’s Manual/ Installation Guide (P/N
1
2a
2c
2e
2
2b
2d
2f
2g
Materials in this Package:
Tools Required:
- #2 Phillips Screwdriver
- #1 Phillips Screwdriver
- Wire Strippers
- Utility Knife
- Masking Tape
- Multimeter (to verify 12VDC and continuity, do not use test light)
- Misc. electrical connectors (to connect to vehicle power source….will vary from vehicle to vehicle
- Marker Pen
- Electrical Tape
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Vehicle Preparation:
1) Locate vehicle power source. Generally this is best found near the vehicle’s fuse block, which is
usually (though not always) under the steering wheel area. Locate an accessory hot circuit to tap
into for video system power. Accessory hot means a circuit that is +12VDC when the ignition key
is in either the “ACC’Y” or “Run” positions, and 0 Volts DC when the ignition key is removed from
the vehicle.
2) Generally, the best location for the video monitor is where the vehicle’s dome light is traditionally
installed (center of roof, just behind the two front seats). The monitor should be located in such a
manner that it can comfortably be viewed by the rear seat passengers in the vehicle. The monitor
should NEVER be located in a position that would place it within the driver’s field of view. This is
not only hazardous for driving conditions (as it creates a distraction to the driver), but it is against
the law in many states. Check your state laws.
3) Once a monitor location has been determined, there may be prep work required for the headliner.
Some of the steps that may need to be taken depending upon your installation are:
a) Removing the vehicle’s dome light.
b) The headliner MAY have to be cut out per the diagram below.**
c) If the mini-console is being used, it will have to be trimmed to fit the contour of the
headliner. Refer to page 3.
NOTE: steps a-c listed above are not required in all installations….you may have to do
none, some, or all of these steps.
**IF your particular installation will require you to cut out the headliner, the box that this kit came in
can be used as a template. You can remove the shelf that the video monitor rests upon and trace the
opening onto the headliner for cutting.
Figure 1
2
General Installation Approach:
B
A & B
1) Before beginning installation please refer to this warning in the manual.
2) Review this manual to become familiar with requirements and hook ups.
3) Decide upon mounting location and method of mounting.
4) Prep the vehicle by removing any interior trim necessary to gain access to vehicle power hook up
point as well as all areas where interconnecting wire harnesses will need to be located. If any
access holes need to be cut into the vehicle (headliner, or other trim components, etc.), this
should be done now as well. Refer to vehicle preparation section of manual.
5) Route all wire harnesses throughout the vehicle as necessary. (Refer to the wiring diagram
section of this manual.) Be sure that all wiring is protected from sharp edges and is routed in such
a manner that it will not be pinched when all components and interior trim are fully installed. Be
sure to leave enough slack in the wiring to allow working room.
6) Remove A/V system components from their packaging and place them loosely in the vehicle at
their respective locations.
7) Connect monitor (electrically) and verify proper operation of all system functions. Note: This is
best done BEFORE, and AFTER monitor has been permanently mounted.
8) After verifying proper operation of the system, proceed with mounting video monitor.
9) When the monitor is mounted, recheck function of the entire system again to ensure that no wiring
was pinched or connected improperly during final installation.
Rear Panel Features Hook Up Procedure
A- Perimeter Screw Bosses – Use these to A – Connect the power harness affix the unit to
various console/ trim to the mating connector on the
bezels. monitor.
B- Mounting Screw Bosses. – Use these B – Connect power harness to to
secure the unit to the roof structure of the vehicle’s electrical system
the vehicle and/or console assembly. by tapping into an accessory
(optional) hot line.
C – Connect to video source
using RCA connector .
D – Verify all functions of the
system before final mounting
of the finished assembly.
Figure 2 Figure 3
A
C
3
Roof Structure
Optional Spacers
Screw Boss (ref "B", p3)
3a
3b
Note, If longer
screws are
substituted, care
should be taken to
prevent piercing the
roof, and be sure
that pan head
screws and
washers are used
to prevent screws
from pulling though
the screw boss.
3d
Perimeter Screw Boss (Ref "A", p3)
3c
Cut-Away View of Screw Bosses
Console Flange
Nylon spacers have
been supplied in kit
to place under
mounting screws
and/or screw
bosses. They can
be cut to size as
needed.
Figure 4
Full Size Console Installation:
This page covers special installation considerations for full size, custom console installation.
There are several “full size” custom consoles available for selected vehicles. Some of these vehicles
are the Chevy Suburban, Ford Expedition, and the Dodge Durango. These full size consoles
incorporate several additional features, and are particularly useful if the vehicle you are installing this
system into already has an OEM overhead console in the headliner.
Refer to the installation manual that comes with the console itself for complete installation
instructions. The diagram above shows a detail of the attachment of the console to the video pod.
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Mini Console Installation:
This page only covers special installation considerations for the mini console installation. If the video
monitor is to be installed with a custom full sized overhead console, turn to page 4 now.
If the video monitor is to be installed in a vehicle with the mini console (P/N 1181300), it may need to
be trimmed to fit the vehicle headliner.
1) In this installation, the video monitor is mounted directly to the overhead cross member in the roof
using the mounting screw bosses (item B on page 3). The screw bosses should contact the
crossmember directly (ie: no gap between the screw boss and the roof structure). Also, be sure
that the screws (2b on page 1) do not pierce the outer roof skin when fully fastened into the
crossmember. The mini console is attached to the video monitor using the perimeter screw
bosses (item A on page 3). It is important the screws used in this installation are not
overtightened, and the video monitor and mini console are mounted in such a way the assembly
does not distort (or bend) when the mounting screws are tightened.
2) It is best to mount the video monitor to the roof structure first without the mini console. There
should be a gap between the headliner and outer flange of the video monitor. The mini console
should be cut to fill this gap. Apply masking tape to outer surface of the mini consoe in the areas
where the cut will be made.
3) Mark the cut to be made following the necessary contour of the roof. Suggested method of
marking is as follows:
a) First mark the narrowest point of the mini console on the masking tape. Be carefull to
consider not only vertical location, but fore-aft location.
b) Using handle of a screwwdriver, make a “transfer marking tool” see Fig. 5 below. Place
tool against roof and the marker against the masking tape on the mini console. Trace the
cut to be made around the entire perimeter of the mini console.
c) Cut the mini console with a sharp utility knife or shears. Make cut in several passes over
marked line, each time cutting a little deeper. It is not necessary to cut completely through
plastic, cut need only be 50% of the wall thickness of plastic. The plastic will break cleanly
at the cut by bending back and forth several times.
d) Check the fit of trimmed console and make any minor adjustments necessary.
4) The mini console can be painted or covered with a material that matches the headliner before
assembling the mini console to the video monitor.
5) The finished mini console should be attached to the video monitor, then attach assembly to the
roof. See Fig.
Tape marker to screwdriver starting at
your mark for the lowest point, then
trace the contour of the roof
Lowest Point Mark
Figure 5
5
Cut Line
Headliner
Refer to Fig. 4 for detail on
attaching console to video
monitor and video monitor to
vehicle structure
Specifications:
Video Input System: NTSC
Power Input: 12VDC; 850mA Current Draw
Video Input: 1V peak to peak Composite Video; 75Ω
Operating Temperature: 10°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C
Viewing Area: 6.4” Diagonal Measurement
Display type: Color TFT Active Matrix
Resolution: 640 x 480
Brightness: 300 nit
View Angle Range (left-right): ±60°
View Angle Range (top): 15°
View Angle Range (down): 35°
Contrast Ratio: 120 : 1
*Specifications may change without notice
Warning:
It is unlawful in most jurisdictions for a person to drive a motor vehicle which is equipped with a
television viewer or screen that is located in the motor vehicle at any point forward of the back of the
driver’s seat, or that is visible, directly or indirectly, to the driver while operating the vehicle. This
product should only be installed to the rear of the back of the driver’s seat where it will not be visible,
directly or indirectly, to the operator of the motor vehicle.
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Accessory List:
Description Part Number
AVT-988 9” Color Television with Remote (12V) AVT988
AVT-597 5” Color Television with Remote (12V) AVT597
AVT-1498 13” Color Television with Remote (12V) AVT1498
AVP-7000 Video Cassette Player (12V) AVP7000
AVP-7285 Video Cassette Player (12V) AVP7285
Wireless Headphone Kit: Includes 2 sets Wireless Headphones and Transmitter WRFKIT1
BPA-501-12 4 Amp Adapter for use with AVT-988 9” and
AVT-1498 13” Televisions
AC2A- 2 Amp Adapter for use with AVT-597 5” TV and
AVP-7000 Video Cassette Player
Unified Remote Control 0892325
VAC-21- 12 Volt Corded Vacuum VAC21
AVF-1 12 Volt Rechargeable Flashlight AVF1
HP-175 Headphones with Pivoting Ear Cup HP175
HP-275 Headphones with Volume Control on Cord HP275
HP-375 Studio Quality Headphones HP375
0891412
0891436
Unlike household electronics, all of our products have been specifically designed and tested for the
mobile environment and are only available through ASA. To order any of these products, please
contact Audiovox Specialized Applications at www.asaelectronics.com or 800-688-3135.
23319 Cooper Dr.
Elkhart, IN 46514
Manual P/N 8010770
Rev. D 12/00
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