Audiovox PAV-8000D User Manual

IN-DASH AUDIO / VIDEO SYSTEM

USER / INSTALLATION MANUAL

MODEL PAV-8000D

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................................................... 1

LIST OF TABLES................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

WARNINGS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

SPEAKER LAYOUT .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

1. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................. 6

2. GENERAL FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.1. Supported Discs............................................................................................................................................................. 6

2.2. Video Output System ................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3. TV Type: .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.4. Audio Playback Effect ................................................................................................................................................. 6

2.5. Program Functions........................................................................................................................................................ 6

2.6. AM/FM Tuner................................................................................................................................................................ 6

3. REMOTE CONTROL........................................................................................................................................................... 7

3.1. Remote Control Battery Installation ......................................................................................................................... 7

4. FRONT PANEL ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8

5. BASIC OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 8

5.1. Powering System On .................................................................................................................................................... 8

5.2. Mute Control.................................................................................................................................................................. 8

5.3. Mode Switch................................................................................................................................................................... 8

5.4. Volume Control.............................................................................................................................................................. 9

5.5. Displaying and Setting Time...................................................................................................................................... 9

5.5.1 Set Time.................................................................................................................................................................. 9

5.5.2 System Setup .........................................................................................................................................................9

5.6. Select BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and PLAYBACK Mode .......................................................................10

5.6.1 Bass and Treble Control...................................................................................................................................10

5.6.2 Balance and Fader Control..............................................................................................................................10

5.6.3 Sound Effect Control ........................................................................................................................................10

5.6.4 Loudness Control...............................................................................................................................................10

5.7. Radio Tuner Operation................................................................................................................................................11

5.7.1 Select Tuner Function ........................................................................................................................................11

5.7.2 Select Band...........................................................................................................................................................11

5.7.3 Searching Stations...............................................................................................................................................11

5.7.3.1 Auto-Search Station.......................................................................................................................................11

5.7.3.2 Manual Se arch Station ..................................................................................................................................11

5.7.4 Preset Stations......................................................................................................................................................11

5.7.5 Storing Preset Stations......................................................................................................................................12

5.7.6 Scan Preset Stations...........................................................................................................................................12

5.7.7 Select Local-Distant Control...........................................................................................................................12

5.8. DVD Player Operation...............................................................................................................................................12

5.8.1. Lowering the Front Panel (Disc Insertion) ..................................................................................................13

5.8.2. Disc loading in....................................................................................................................................................13

5.8.3. Disc Eject .............................................................................................................................................................13

5.8.4. Closing the Front Panel....................................................................................................................................13

5.8.5. 2.1 Channel — 5.1 Channel Switch..............................................................................................................14

5.8.6. Disc Pause & Playback.....................................................................................................................................14

5.8.7. Stop Disc Playback............................................................................................................................................14

5.8.8. Skip Playback.....................................................................................................................................................15

5.8.9. Repeat Playback.................................................................................................................................................15

5.8.10. Random/Scan Playback....................................................................................................................................15

5.8.11. Selecting Play Time...........................................................................................................................................15

5.8.12. Selecting Subtitle Language............................................................................................................................16

5.8.12.1 Selecting Audio Language ........................................................................................................................16

5.8.13. Selecting Camera Angle ...................................................................................................................................16

5.8.14. Muting Operation...............................................................................................................................................16

5.8.15. Fast Forward & Fast Reverse..........................................................................................................................16

5.8.16. Slow Play .............................................................................................................................................................16

5.9. OSD Setup.....................................................................................................................................................................17

5.9.1. Speaker Setup .....................................................................................................................................................17

5.9.2. Setup TV Display...............................................................................................................................................17

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5.9.3. Setting the Menu Language .............................................................................................................................17

5.9.4. Selecting the Audio Language ........................................................................................................................18

5.9.5. Selecting a Subtitle Language ........................................................................................................................18

5.9.6. Selecting a TV Type..........................................................................................................................................18

5.9.7. Setting the PARENTAL Preference...............................................................................................................18

5.9.8. Setting the Password .........................................................................................................................................19

5.10. Audio CD / MP3 and CD Changer (CDC) Operation ...................................................................................19

5.10.1. Switching Modes................................................................................................................................................19

5.10.2. Pause and Playback...........................................................................................................................................19

5.10.3. Selecting Discs (CDC Only)...........................................................................................................................19

5.10.4. Random / Scan....................................................................................................................................................20

5.10.5. Repeat Play..........................................................................................................................................................20

6. INSTALLING THE PAV-8000D SYSTEM...................................................................................................................21

6.1. Front Panel Installation..............................................................................................................................................21

6.1.1. Cautions During Installation...........................................................................................................................21

6.2. Accessories and Hardware ........................................................................................................................................21

6.3. System Installation......................................................................................................................................................21

6.3.1 Installation Procedure .......................................................................................................................................21

6.3.2 Electric Connections.........................................................................................................................................22

6.3.3 Speaker Connections .........................................................................................................................................23

6.3.4 Optional Power Amplifier Connection.........................................................................................................24

6.3.5 Fuse........................................................................................................................................................................24

7. NOTES ON DISCS.............................................................................................................................................................. 24

8. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................................................................25

9. SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................................................................................26

WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................................................................................27

NOTES ..................................................................................................................................................................................................28

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1. Typical Speaker Diagram------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Figure 2. Remote Control-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Figure 3. Remote Control Battery Replacement -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Figure 4. Front Panel -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Figure 5. Mute Control----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Figure 6. Mode Switch------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8
Figure 7. Volume Control -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Figure 8. Displaying and Setting Time -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Figure 9. Setting Time ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
Figure 10. System Setup --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Figure 11. System Playback Mode Setup----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Figure 12. (SEL/LOC) Button-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Figure 13. MODE Selection Button-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Figure 14. BAND Selection Button ---------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------- ----------- 11
Figure 15. Auto-Search ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Figure 16. Preset Stations Select Buttons----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Figure 17. Preset Station Scan Button (AS/PS ENTER)--------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Figure 18. Select Local-Distant Control Button (SEL/LOC)--------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Figure 19. Front Panel Release Button -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Figure 20. Disc loading----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Figure 21. Disc loading----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Figure 22. Closing Front Panel------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Figure 23. Stereo Channel Switch Button (4/2-6CH)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Figure 24. Pause & Playback Button ( I I )--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Figure 25. Stop playback Button (6/STOP)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Figure 26. Skip Playback Buttons ([??| ] / [ | |? ? ]) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Figure 27. Repeat Playback Button (5/REPT) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Figure 28. Random/Scan Playback------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Figure 29. Audio Mute Button ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Figure 30. Fast Forward & Fast Reverse Speeds ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Figure 31. Slow Speed Disc Playback--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Figure 32. System Speaker Setup Screens---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Figure 33. System Speaker Setup Screens---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Figure 34. System General Setup Screens ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Figure 35. Select On Screen Display Language Screen---------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Figure 36. Menu Language Screen ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Figure 37. Preferred Subtitle Language Screen--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Figure 38. Select TV Type Screen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Figure 39. PARENTAL Preference Screen Display --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Figure 40. Change Password Screen ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Figure 41. Mode Button (MODE) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Figure 42. Pause Button (11) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Figure 43. Previous Disc Select (1/DISC-)--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Figure 44. Next Disc Select (1/DISC+) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Figure 45. Random\Scan Button (3/P.MODE) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Figure 46. Repeat Play Button (5/REPT)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Figure 47. Mounting Bracket Installation---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
Figure 48. Cables Connection Diagram A ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
Figure 49. Cables Connection Diagram B---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
Figure 50. Speaker Connection Diagram A -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Figure 51. Incorrect Connection----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Figure 52. Speaker Connection Diagram B -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Figure 53. Wiring Diagram for Power Amp lifier -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24

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LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. System Setup Values -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Table 2. Installation Hardware ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
Table 3. Speaker Connections-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Table 4. Troubleshooting Table -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the AUDIOVOX PAV-8000D IN-DASH AUDIO / VIDEO SYSTEM.
The PAV-8000D is designed to give you and your family many years of video entertainment in the
mobile environment. Please read the directions that follow to familiarize yourself with the product and
to ensure that you obtain the best results from your equipment.

WARNINGS

•:• Do not use any solvents or cleaning materials when cleaning the LCD

•:• Do not use any abrasive cleaners, they may scratch the LCD. Use only a lightly dampened lint free

cloth to wipe the screen if it is dirty.

•:• When not in use remove and store faceplate in supplied case.

•:• To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock do not expose the system to moisture.

•:• The product is a Class 1 Laser product and will emit visible or invisible hazardous laser radiation. Do

not open unit or defeat interlocks.

•:• Do not open the covers, refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

•:• Parking in direct sunlight can cause the interior temperature to rise to extreme levels, when this

happens allow the interior temperature to cool down before operating the system.

•:• The PAV-8000D System is designed to be installed in the vehicles with a Negative (-)12V Ground

Battery System

•:• If the power supply to the system is interrupted/disconnected, the user programmed preset memory

settings will be lost and the system will return to the factory default settings.

•:• Do not put anything other than discs into the disc slot.

•:• When leaving the car, be sure to eject the disc and store in its case.

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SPEAKER LAYOUT

CENTER SP

REAR LEFT SP

REAR LEFT SP

1. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

The PAV-8000D system has 5 channel low level outputs that consists of Two (2) Front & Two (2) Rear Surround
Speakers, One (1) Center Speaker and One (1) Subwoofer. The PAV-8000D system is capable of creating a
perfect 5.1 Channel DOLBY Surround Sound effect. NOTE: An optional Power Amplifier (not supplied) is
required to obtain the full-range of the 5.1 Channel capabilities.

FRONT LEFT SP

FRONT RIGHT SP

SUBWOOFER SP

Figure 1. Typical Speaker Diagram

2. GENERAL FUNCTIONS

2.1. Supported Discs

• DVD

• CD

• MP3

2.2. Video Output System

System AUTO , NTSC and PAL switch

2.3. TV Type:

[4 .3] or [16.9] selectable during playback.

2.4. Audio Playback Effect

1) Dolby AC-3 DTS dual-MPEG output;

2) PRO LOGIC and DOWNMIX output.

2.5. Program Functions

1) Multi-Visual angle

2) Fast Forward, Fast Reverse, Slow Forward, Slow Reverse

3) Programmable Auto-Memory

4) Multi -language selective output

2.6. AM/FM Tuner

1) Store 18 FM and 12 AM broadcasting stations while FM Frequency: 87.5~108MHz; and AM
Frequency: 530-1720 KHz.

2) Tune automatically and manually.

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3. REMOTE CONTROL

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Figure 2. Remote Control

3.1. Remote Control Battery Installation

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Step #1 Step #2 Step #3

Figure 3. Remote Control Battery Replacement

To replace the battery in the Remote Control, perform the following procedure

1. Place the Remote Control face down on a flat surface. Hold the Remote Control in place using one hand
and with the other hand insert a fingernail into the grove of the spring catch (A in Step 1), insert thumbnail
into the groove Battery Holder (B in Step 1) and slide out. (see Step #1, Figure 3.)

2. Install one “CR2025” Lithium Battery into the holder. (see Step #2, see Figure 3.)

3. Slide the Battery Holder back into the remote control until it clicks in place (see Step #3, Figure 3.)

NOTE: The Remote Control is shipped without the battery installed. Before attempting to operate the
system using the Remote Control, you must install the battery as described in the procedure above.

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5.1 Channel Switch

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1. Open/

Close Front Panel

Button and Eject Disc

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2. Band Select Button (BAND)

3. Display (DISP) Button

4. Channel /Selection UP/Next Button

5. Channel /Selection Down /Previous Button

6. Select Local Distance Control Button (SEL/LOC)

7. Mute Control /Power (ON/OFF) Button

8. Preset 1 / Previous Disc Select (1/DISC-) Button

9. Preset 2 / Next Disc Select (2/DISC+) Button

10. Preset 3 / Random/Scan Playback (3/P.MODE) Button

Button

12. Preset 5 / Repeat Playback (5/RPT) Button

13. Preset 6 / Stop playback (6/STOP) Button

14. Pause & Playback Button

15. Mode Switching Button

16. Angle Select/Direction (DOWN) Button

17. Direction (RIGHT) Button

18. Direction (LEFT) Button

19. AS/PS ENTER Button

5. BASIC OPERATION

5.1. Powering System On

Press the Power ON/OFF( ) button 7 to turn the PAV-8000D System Power ON. Press and hold the ( )

button for 2 Sec. to turn the system Power OFF

NOTE: This button 7 is also used to MUTE the audio sound.

5.2. Mute Control

When the unit is on, momentarily press the Mute Button ( ) button 7? to mute the sound; Press it again, the
unit will exit the MUTE mode.

Figure 5. Mute Control

5.3. Mode Switch

Press the ( MODE) button bq to switch between the different modes if a CD or DVD is loaded. If a CD Changer

(CDC) is used with the system, the MODE button will also be used to switch to CDC mode.

Figure 6. Mode Switch

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