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

(Optional)

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)

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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