Audiovox MM56A User Manual

Color TFT LCD Monitor

MM56A

Owner’s Manual

Released: 02-11-04

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EXPLANATION OF GRAPHIC SYMBOLS

CAUTION

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

The lightning flash with the arrowhead within a triangle is
intended to alert tell the user that parts inside the product
are

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert
the user that important operating and servicing instructions

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

OPEN

CAUTION:

1. This product is designed to operate with a 12 volt, negative ground
battery system.

2. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery terminal before connect­ing the electrical system. Refer to the electrical connection diagram to
avoid wrong connection of the electrical system.
Always use authorized service center for service assistance.

3. Do not operate the monitor at temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or above
104°F (40°C).

4. Keep the monitor clean and dry.

5. Never attempt your own repairs. This unit should be installed and re­paired by qualified technicians or service personnel.

6. Do not drop the monitor or expose to strong impacts.

7. Do not expose to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

8. Use proper insulation material to prevent short-circuiting of the supply
system.

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IMPORTANT

An LCD panel and/or video monitor may be installed in a motor vehicle
and visible to the driver if the LCD panel or video monitor is used for
vehicle information, system control, rear or side observation or naviga­tion. If the LCD panel or video monitor is used for television reception,
video or DVD play, the LCD panel or video monitor must be installed so
that these features will only function then the vehicle is in ‘park’ or when
the vehicle’s parking brake is applied.

An LCD panel or video monitor used for television reception, video or
DVD play that operates when the vehicle is in gear or when the parking
brake is not applied, must be installed to the rear of the driver’s seat
where it will not be visible, directly or indirectly, to the operator of the

motor vehicle.

A. Precaution:

1. Before installation, verify that it will not damage electrical wires, fuel

lines, brake lines, hoses, exhaust systemcomponents or any other
items that will impair the operation of the vehicle.

2. Ensure the cable has already been pulled through the supporting

pipe before installing the base into the headrest. Ensure there is no
foreign material trapped inside the enclosure before installing the
monitor into the base.

3. Tighten all screws/bolts/nuts securely for installation.

4. To avoid electrical hazards, do not disassemble the cabinet of the

monitor.

5. Use only the supplied DIN cable. Disconnect the cable from the

signal source before disconnecting it from the monitor, after turning
off the whole system.

6. Do not use gasoline, thinners or other thinning liquids to clean the

unit. Remove dust and stains with a damp cloth.

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B. Installation:

Front View

Top View

Clamshell

Monitor

Key

1.Installation will vary from vehicle to vehicle, as headrests in vehicles

are not standard.

2. This unit is intended for installation by professional installers.

3. The kit consists of the screen assembly, a clam shell housing, a trim

ring, 1 key to remove the screen from the housing, and a wiring
harness.

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Headrest Mounting:

1) Remove the headrest
from the vehicle for easi­est installation.

2) Lay headrest on a flat sur­face.

3) Center trim collar on head­rest as shown.

NOTE: Depending on the
angle of the headrest, the Trim
Ring and housing may be
mounted upside down.

4) Using a Permanent Marker,
mark headrest material
along the interior of the

Trim Ring.

5) Remove the Trim Ring
and mark an “X” from cor-

ner to corner as shown.

Monitor

Mounting

Tray

Trim
Ring

Headrest

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6) Using the utility knife, cut the
headrest material along the
“X” lines. Do not cut the mate­rial along the other lines at this
time.

7) This will leave you with an “X”
cut as shown.

8) Pull the flaps up and cut the
foam beneath the material to
the proper depth. Cut all four

sides of the foam.

9) Using your fingers, tear the
foam out of the headrest leav­ing a recess where the shell will
be inserted.

NOTE: At this point you will need
to install the harness up through the
area into the recess. It may be help­ful to follow one of the posts and tie
wrap it to the post for restraint.

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10) Lay the flaps of the headrest ma­terial down into the recess and in­sert the Mounting Tray into the re­cess. Check for fit. If it does not
fit properly, you may need to re­move some more foam.

NOTE: The Mounting Tray will need
to be secured to the headrest, either
by using tie straps, screws, etc...

11) Guide the cable through the side
opening of the Mounting Tray and
plug it into the Monitor. Make sure
the connector locks into place. In­sert the Monitor into the Mount­ing Tray and secure the cable
using tie wraps or screws

12) Turn the Monitor around and in­sert it into the Mounting Tray
housing. Snap into place.

13) Connect the Monitor power input
plug to a DC power source (Red
plug +12 VDC, Yellow plug +12
VDC Constant and Black plug (-)
to ground).

14) Connect the external video
source output signal (from VCP/
DVD, TV Etc.) to the VIDEO IN
jack. Test the system to verify
proper installation.

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C. Controls/Indicators/Connectors:

Front View

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1. AUX. Input Jack

2. Earphone Jack

3. Color Adjust Up/Down Buttons

4. Brightness Adjust Up/Down Buttons

5. Power On/Off Button

6. Volume Increase/Decrease Thumbwheel Control

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Exploded View

HEADREST
SHROUD

COLOR
MONITOR

HEADREST
TRIM

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7

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9

6. DIN Connectors

7. Signal Cable

8. Black Wire (Ground)

9. Red Wire (+12 Vdc Input)

10. White RCA Jack (Audio Input L)

11. Red RCA Jack (Audio Input R)

12. Yellow RCA Jack (Video Input)

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D. Operation:

1. Connect the red monitor power input wire (9) to a DC power source

(Red = +12 VDC), and the Black wire (8) to ground.

2. Connect the external video source output signal (from VCP, DVD, TV

etc.) to the VIDEO IN jack (12).

3. Press power button (4) to turn the monitor on and off. The backlight

for the button will intensify.

4. Adjust the volume increase/decrease thumbwheel (5) to adjust the

volume level.

5. Press the Color (2) and Brightness (3) buttons to adjust the respec-

tive picture display characteristics.

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E. Specifications:

Display 5.6” Color TFT LCD
Resolution 960 (W) x 234 (H) Lines
Active Area 114.2 (W) x 83.5 (H) mm
Backlight CCFL
Input Signal NTSC/PAL(auto-switch)

Composite video signal 1Vp-p/75ohm

Lamp Life 10,000 Hours

Audio Specifications:

Input Impedance 10 K-Ohms
Audio Output 0.3 W Maximum
Earphone 16 Ohms/32 Ohms
Bandwidth 15 kHz
Input Level 1 Vp-p

Power Source +12 VDC +/-15% (Ripple=0.5 Vp-p Max)
Power Consumption 8 Watts Max
Brightness 300 Nit Typical

Viewing Angle

Top 30 Degrees
Bottom 10 Degrees
Left/Right 45 Degrees

Operating Temperature 32°F - 140°F (0°C - 60°C)
Storage Temperature -4°F - 140°F (-20°C - +60°C)
Operating Humidity 85% RH Max.
Storage Humidity 85% RH Max.
Overall Dimensions 156.0W x 126.0H x 34.5D mm
Weight

500 Grams(16.0 Ounces)

© 2004 AEC, Hauppauge, NY

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