Audiovox VOD285P, VOD285S User Manual

VOD285S / VOD285P

DUAL 8.5" OVERHEAD

LCD MONITOR WITH

DUAL DVD PLAYER

®

Installation Guide

Important Notice

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 when 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.

Important Note

The VOD285 incorporates two new features:

1) A wireless FM Modulator

2) Capability to add an optional plug-in TV tuner
(Audiovox P/N PODTVT)

Please be advised that the wireless FM modulator will perform well in
most applications. However, in certain applications the quality of the wireless
signal may be less than optimal, resulting in static or strong local station
bleed thru. If this is the case, an optional relay box is available. The
Audiovox part number is SIRSWB and it plugs into the 1/8" jack located
next to the FM antenna on the side of the chassis. This relay box is
installed between the vehicle antenna and the car radio to provide the
best possible FM reception of the DVD player audio. When the SIRSWB is
installed it is recommended that the wireless FM antenna that is plugged
into the printed circuit board next to the 3.5mm jack be unplugged.

MATERIALS INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE:

1) VOD285S/P TV / Video Monitor with DVD – (1 pc)

2) 12 Pin Power / Signal harness (P/N 112-3483) – (1 pc)

3) 2 Pin Power Wire Harness with choke (P/N 112B3143) – (1 pc)

4) Hardware Package
#4 x 5/16" Self Tapping Screws – (9 pcs)
#8 x 3/8" Self Drilling Screws – (6 pcs)
M5 x10mm Screws – (6 pcs)
M5 Flat Washer – (6 pcs)

5) Remote Control (P/N 136-4120) – (1 pc)

6) Trim Ring – (1 pc)

7) Game Controller (P/N 136-4212) (1 pc)

8) Mounting Bracket (P/N 108-3895) – (1 pc)

Optional Accessories

9) PODTVT TV Tuner (P/N 136-3877) – (1 pc) (Optional)

10) SIRSWB Relay Box (P/N 112C3159) (1pc) (Optional) – See important note on previous page

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TOOLS REQUIRED:

#2 Phillips Screwdriver
#1 Phillips Screwdriver
Utility or Razor Knife or Shears
Wire Strippers
Upholstery hook tool (for removal of panels as necessary)
Electrical Tape
Masking Tape
Multimeter (to verify 12 volt DC and continuity: Do not use a test light or logic probe)
Marker pen – to mark headliner
Scribe (to mark trim ring if used)
Misc. electrical connectors (to connect to vehicle power source). Requirements will vary from vehicle to
vehicle)
DVD Movie (to verify system operation after installation)

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GENERAL INSTALLATION APPROACH:

1) Decide upon system configuration and options that will be installed (i.e.: what components, VCP, Video
Game, external amp, wireless headphones, VCP, etc.).

2) Review all manuals to become familiar with electrical requirements and hook ups.

3) Decide upon mounting locations of all components and method of mounting.

4) Prep the vehicle by removing any interior trim necessary to gain access to vehicle's wiring 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, other trim components etc.), this should be done now as well. (Refer to Page3).

5) Route the wiring harnesses throughout the vehicle as necessary. (Refer to the Wiring Diagrams on
this manual as well as the wiring instructions for the individual components and accessory options
being installed). Be sure that all wiring is protected from sharp edges and is routed in such a manner that
pinched when all components and interior trim are fully installed. Be sure to leave enough slack in the wiring
at each component to allow working room.

6) Remove all A/V system components from their packaging and place them loosely in the vehicle at their
respective locations.

7) Connect all components together (electrically) and verify proper operation of all system functions.
Note: This is best done BEFORE, components have been permanently mounted.

8) After verifying proper operation of the system, proceed to mount of each component.

9) When all components are mounted, recheck function of entire system again to ensure that no wiring was
pinched or connected improperly during final installation.

GENERAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS:

The following is intended to provide some of the system configurations that are possible with the VOD285
series Drop Down Video Systems:

Notes:

There are a few audio output options that can be added as follows:
a) Wireless Headphones (P/N IR2CHS).
b) Wired relay box for wireless FM Modulator (P/N SIRSWB).

The VOD285 video system is only intended for an overhead, drop down installation. It is not intended for
Seatback or any other type of mounting. The hinging mechanism is designed for horizontal, drop down
use only.

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