Boss Audio BV2500 Owner Manual

FEATURES

Compatible with PAL DVD (Video
CD) and NTSC DVD (Video CD)

This player can play discs recorded in
either PAL or NTSC format.

• A single LSI chip now integrates all
major DVD playback circuit functions
including MPEG2 decoder, video D/A
converter, and audio decoders.

• L/R stereo analog audio outputs for
connection to existing head unit aux
inputs. Video output is composite
video.

• Supplied remote handles
multi-function software (multi-language
audio-track/subtitle, multi-angle, multi­story, etc.), plus all basic functions.

USE THIS PRODUCT SAFELY

Use the Proper Power Supply

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

Protect the Disc Mechanism

Avoid inserting any foreign objects into
the disc driver of this player. Failure to
observe this may cause malfunction due
to the precise mechanism of this unit.

Use Authorized Service Centers

Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust
this precision product. Please refer to the
Service Center list included with this
product for service assistance.

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CONTENTS

Safety Information......................................................................................................4

Disc Notes...................................................................................................................5

The Player ...................................................................................................................6

Remote Control ..........................................................................................................7

Location and Function of Keys...............................................................................7

Preparing the Remote Control................................................................................9

General Operation ....................................................................................................10

Turn the unit On/Off ..............................................................................................10

Basic Play .............................................................................................................10

DVD Video Menu Play...........................................................................................10

Menu Function......................................................................................................10

Advanced Operation ................................................................................................11

Repeat Play/Paragraph Repeat Play ....................................................................11

On-screen Display Function .................................................................................11

Goto Function.......................................................................................................11

Zoom Function .....................................................................................................12

Special Function for DVD .....................................................................................12

Special Function for VCD and CD ........................................................................13

Data Disc Play Operation .....................................................................................13

Setup..........................................................................................................................14

System Setup .......................................................................................................14

Language Setup ...................................................................................................14

Audio Setup ..........................................................................................................14

Trouble Shooting ......................................................................................................15

Specifications ...........................................................................................................16

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION:

MOBILE DVD PLAYER IS A CLASS I
LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS
MOBILE DVD PLAYER USES A
VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM
WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.
BE SURE TO OPERATE THE MOBILE
DVD PLAYER CORRECTLY AS
INSTRUCTED.
USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND - DO NOT
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR
CONTINUOUS OPERATION.

Region Management Information

Region Management Information:
This Mobile DVD Player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the Region
Management Information that is recorded
on a DVD disc. If the Region number
described on the DVD disc does not
correspond to the Region number of this
Mobile DVD Player, this Mobile DVD
Player cannot play this disc.

This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected
by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

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DISC NOTES

Disc formats supported by this player

DVD

12 cm disc

Video CD

12 cm disc

CD

12 cm disc

MP3

12 cm disc

MPEG4

12 cm disc

Handling and Cleaning

• Dirt, dust, scratches and warping disc
will cause misoperation.

• Do not place stickers or make
scratches on discs.

• Do not warp discs.

• A disc should always be kept in its
case when not in use to prevent from
damage.

• Do not place discs in the following
places:

1. Direct sunlight

2. Dirty, dusty and damp areas

3. Near car heaters

4. On the seats or dashboard

Disc Cleaning

Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the surface.
If the disc is quite dirty, use a soft cloth
slightly moistured with isopropyl (rubbing)
alcohol. Never use solvents such as
benzine, thinner or conventional record
cleaners as they may mar the surface of
the disc.

Note:

A disc may become somewhat scratched
(although not enough to make it
unusable) depending on your handle it
and conditions in the usage environment.

Note these scratches are not an
indication of any problem with the player.

Label side up

Do not touch
the underside
of the disc

Do not bend

Wipe the disc from center
toward the outside edge

Preparing New Discs with Rough
Spots

A new disc may have rough edges on its
inside and outside edges. If a disc with
rough edges is used, the proper setting
will not be performed and the player will
not play the disc. Therefore, remove the
rough edges in advance by using a ball
point pen or pencil as shown on the right.
To remove the rough edges, press the
side of the pen or pencil against the
inside and outside edges of the disc.

Rough spots on
outside edge

Ball point pen
or pencil

Rough spots
on inside edge

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THE PLAYER

FRONT VIEW

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1. POWER ( )

2. EJECT ( )

3. DISC SLOT

4. PLAY/PAUSE ( )

5. STOP ( )

BACK VIEW

9. DC 12V IN

10. DC 12V OUT

11. REMOTE

6. /CH+

7. /CH-

8. IR

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12. AUDIO OUTPUT L/R

13. VIDEO OUTPUT

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