Clarion VMA6593 User Manual
Warning!
Table of Contents
THE CLARION VMA6593 MONITOR IS ONL Y DESIGNED TO BE
VIEWED BY REAR-SEAT OCCUP ANTS.
DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR VIEWING BY THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
SUCH USE MA Y DISTRACT THE DRIVER OR INTERFERE WITH
THE DRIVER’S SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE, AND
THUS RESULT IN SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEATH. SUCH USE
MA Y ALSO VIOLATE ST A TE LAW .
CLARION DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY BODIL Y
INJURY, INCLUDING FATALITIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY IMPROPER OR UNINTENDED USES OF THIS PRODUCT.
About Installation
Installation of mobile audio and video components requires
experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical procedures. Even though this manual provides general installation
and operation instructions for your new Clarion VMA6593
Widescreen Video Monitor, it does not show the exact
installation methods for your particular vehicle.
If you do not have the required knowledge and experience to
successfully complete the installation, we strongly recommend
consulting an authorized Clarion dealer about professional
installation options.
1. Introduction .................................................................... 2
2. Care and Maintenance ..................................................3
3. Using the VMA6593 ........................................................3
4. Installation and Wiring ................................................... 6
5. Troubleshooting ........................................................... 15
6. Specifications ...............................................................15
7. Limited Warranty Information ..................................... 16
1. INTRODUCTION
The Clarion VMA6593 is a high-performance video monitor
designed specifically for the mobile environment. It is
intended for use with other Clarion multimedia products, and
can also be integrated with many other products as part of a
complete mobile video solution. With two video inputs, the
VMA6593 can support simultaneous connection to both
dedicated video source units and optional audio/video
components such as camcorders or videogames. The
infrared remote control receiver output allows integration with
select Clarion DVD and VHS source units.
The VMA6593 automatically switches to operate with either
NTSC or PAL video signals (NTSC is the standard North
American video format).
The 16:9 aspect ratio screen allows DVD films to be viewed
in their original aspect ratio for the best cinematic experience.
Note:
• The VMA6593 is designed to be a component in a full audio/
video system. If you have any questions about compatible
components, such as system controllers, source units, FM
modulators, or other audio/video products, please contact your
authorized Clarion dealer.
What is included with the VMA6593
• The VMA6593 monitor unit
• The wiring harness
• A flush-mount trim bezel
• Owner’s Manual / Installation Guide
FCC Approval
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to consult the
dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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2. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
ACC or engine
ON position
3. USING THE VMA 6593
Liquids and the VMA6593
Keep all liquids, including beverages and cleaning liquids,
away from the VMA 6593. Liquids inside the monitor can
damage the electronics, and result in electrical shock or fire.
If the unit should become wet, turn off all power and contact
an authorized Clarion dealer to have the monitor inspected.
Servicing the VMA6593
In the event that trouble arises, never open the case or
disassemble the unit. The internal parts are not serviceable
by the user. Opening any components will void the warranty.
CAUTION!
Changes or modifications to this product not
approved by the manufacturer will void the
warranty and will violate FCC approval.
In order to operate the VMA6593, the vehicle ignition key
switch must be in the ACC or RUN position.
WARNING!
To prevent the battery from going dead,
operate this unit with the engine
running, if possible.
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Front-Panel Controls
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
The [SOURCE] button selects between the two video inputs of
the VMA6593.
Note:
• If only one of the video inputs is used, the screen will remain dark
when the unused input is selected.
The [WIDE] button changes the display mode from “wide”
16:9 mode to “normal” 4:3 mode.
POWER
IR
receiver
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
SOURCE
WIDE
The [POWER] button turns the VMA6593 on and off.
Notes:
• Even after the VMA6593 is switched on, the screen remains dark
until a video signal is detected.
• When the ignition switch is turned off, the VMA6593 automatically
shuts off. The next time the ignition switch is turned on, the
VMA6593 will remain off until the [POWER] button is pressed.
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4:3
16:9
Note:
• When using a DVD player as the source unit, make sure that the
DVD player’s output mode is set to “Wide” or “16:9”, so that it will
generate a video signal that can take advantage of the
VMA6593’s aspect ratio. When using this display with sources
that generate a “normal”, 4:3 image signal, such as videogames
and videocassette players, the [WIDE] button will “stretch” the
image to fit the screen. In this case, some minor image distortion
may be visible.
The [PICTURE] button accesses the display adjustment
menus. Each time this button is pressed, the unit will step to
the next setting mode, and the screen will display the value of
the selected setting. These adjustment settings are:
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Mem Reset (resets above to original values)
Change the value of each setting by pressing the [+] and [-]
buttons. Each setting has 42 steps of adjustment range.
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
BRIGHTNESS
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
CONTRAST
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
COLOR
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
Note:
• When the “MEM RESET” option is displayed on the screen,
pressing either the [+] or [-] buttons will reset all settings to
their original factory values. If you do not wish to reset the
settings, either press the [PICTURE] button again, or wait for the
monitor to exit the picture adjustment mode automatically.
Note:
• If the “MEM RESET” option is used and the VMA6593 is set to
Source 2, the monitor will revert to the default setting of Source 1.
If there is no active input on Source 1, the screen may go dark. If
this happens, press the [SOURCE] button to switch the monitor
back to Source 2.
The IR Receiver detects the signals from infrared remote
controls that are included with optional Clarion video source
units. Aim remote controls at this IR receiver during use.
Note:
• The IR Receiver only functions with select Clarion multimedia
equipment.
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
TINT
MEM RESET
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
(+) and (-)
adjustment keys
PICTURE
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