Clarion VRX925VD User Manual

Owner’s manual

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

AM/FM DVD VIDEO / VIDEO CD / CD / MP3 PLAYER / CD CHANGER CONTROLLER WITH 7" LC DISPLAY

CONTRÔLEUR DE RADIO AM/FM/LECTEUR DVD VIDÉO /CD VIDÉO/CD/MP3/CHANGEUR CD AVEC AFFICHEUR À CRISTAUX LIQUIDES DE 7 POUCESl

CONTROLADOR DE RADIO DE AM/FM, REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS DVD/VIDEODISCOS CD/CD/MP3/CAMBIADOR DE DISCOS CD CON VISUALIZADOR DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO DE 7"

Thank you for purchasing the Clarion VRX925VD.

∗ This owner’s manual is f or the VRX925VD. ∗ Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment. ∗ After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment). ∗ Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual. ∗ This manual includes the operating procedures of the CD changer, MD changer, DVD changer, TV

tuner, SIRIUS, Multiple Channel Processor (MCP). The CD changer, MD changer , TV tuner , MCP and DVD Changer have their own manuals, but no explanations for operating them are described.

1. FEATURES ................................................................................................................... 2

2. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................ 3

3. CONTROLS ...................................................................................................................5

4. NOMENCLATURE .........................................................................................................6

5. DISPLAY ........................................................................................................................8

6. OUTLINE OF BUTTON AND TOUCHKEY OPERATION

WHEN THE DISPLAY IS OPEN...................................................................................10

7. REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................................................................14

8. DCP..............................................................................................................................17

9. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING ........................................................................................18

10. DVD VIDEO SYSTEM ..................................................................................................19

11. OPERA TIONS..............................................................................................................21

Basic Operations .......................................................................................................... 21

Radio Operations .........................................................................................................25

DVD Video Player Operations ......................................................................................28

Visual Operations ......................................................................................................... 42

CD/MD Changer Operations ........................................................................................45

DVD Changer Operations.............................................................................................49

TV Operations ..............................................................................................................49

SIRIUS Operations.......................................................................................................52

Other Functions............................................................................................................55

Multiple Channel Processor Operations.......................................................................58

12. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY ...........................................................................................61

13. ERROR DISPLAYS......................................................................................................63

14. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 64

Installation and wire connection manual........................................................................65

1.FEATURES

■ Fully-Motorized 7" Widescreen LCD

■ Touch Panel Control

■ DVD Video/CD-DA/MP3/Video CD Play

Capability

■ 6-Channel, 4Volt RCA Line Level

Output

■ Built-in 50W × 4 Amplifier

■

CeNET with Balanced Audio Line Transmission and Dynamic Noise Canceling

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■ Multi Angle, Multi Story, Slow Motion

Capability

■ ID3 Tag Capability

■ CD TEXT Capable

■ CD-R Compatible

■ 5.1 Channel Decoder for DTS and

Dolby Digital Capability

■ Optical Digital Output

2.PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING

For your safety, the driver should not watch the TV or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the TV while driving are prohibited by law in some countries. Also, while driving, keep the volume to a level at which external sounds can be heard.

1. When the inside of the car is very cold and the player is used soon after switching on the heater, moisture may form on the disc (DVD/ CD/MD) or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible. If moisture forms on the disc (DVD/CD/MD), wipe it off with a soft cloth. If moisture forms on the optical parts of the player, do not use the player for about one hour. The condensation will disappear naturally allowing normal operation.

2. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which cause severe vibration may cause the sound to skip.

3. This unit uses a precision mechanism. Even in the event that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate the rotating parts.

4. TV broadcast reception When receiving the TV broadcasts, the

strength of the signals changes since the car is moving, so in some cases it may not be possible to receive clear pictures.

• TV signals are strongly linear, so reception is

affected by buildings, mountains and other obstacles.

• Such external factors such as electric train

lines, a high voltage lines, and signal de vices may disturb the picture or cause noise.

∗If the reception is poor, switch to a station

with good reception.

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.

INFORMATION FOR USERS:.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE MANUFA CTURER WILL V OID THE W ARRANTY AND WILL VIOLATE FCC APPROVAL.

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5. 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

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Handling Discs

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Handling

• New discs may have some roughness around the edges. If such discs are used, the player may not work or the sound may skip. Use a ball-point pen or the like to remove any roughness from the edge of the disc.

Ball-point pen

Roughness

• Never stick labels on the surface of the disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen.

• Never play a disc with any cellophane tape or other glue on it or with peeling off marks. If you try to play such a disc, you may not be able to get it back out of the DVD player or it may damage the DVD player.

• Do not use discs that have large scratches, are misshapen, cracked, etc. Use of such discs may cause misoperation or damage.

• To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

• Do not use commercially available disc protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers, etc. These may damage the disc or cause breakdown of the internal mechanism.

Storage

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or any heat source.

Do not expose discs to excess humidity or dust.

•

Do not expose discs to direct heat from heaters.

Cleaning

• To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center of the disc to the circumference.

• Do not use any solvents, such as commercially available cleaners, anti-static spray, or thinner to clean discs.

• After using special disc cleaner, let the disc dry off well before playing it.

On Discs

• Exercise a good precaution when loading a

disc with the panel open.

• Never turn off the power and remove the unit

from the car with a disc loaded.

CAUTION

With the screen open, a driver may not see the disc insertion slot. For your safety, insert a disc with the screen closed.

No/Non

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Be sure to unfold and read the next page.

Veuillez déplier et vous référer à la page suivante.

Cerciórese de desplegar y de leer la página siguiente.

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CONTROLS / COMMANDES / CONTROLES

Main unit / Unité principale / Unidad principal With the Display closed / Avec l`afficheur fermé / Con el visualisador cerrado

[

VOL

]

[

DISP

]

[

]

OPEN

[

FUNC

[Q]

]

] [

[

BAND

]

[s]

[

DIRECT

[

MUTE

ISR

]

[

RELEASE

[

SENSOR

]

With the Display open / Avec l`affic heur ouvert / Con el visualisador abierto

[

DISP

[

]

LIST

[

]

[

TILT

M.L

]

[

Note: Be sure to unfold this page and refer to the front diagrams as you read each chapter.

Remarque: Veuillez déplier cette page et vous référer aux schémas quand vous lisez chaque chapitre.

Nota: Cuando lea los capítulos, despliegue esta página y consulte los diagramas.

KEY PAD

]

[

]

ADJ

[

A-M

[

]

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4.NOMENCLATURE

Names of Buttons

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Note:

• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 5 (unfold).

When the display closed

[VOL] button

• Use this button to increase/decrease the volume.

[DISP] button

• Use this button to switch the indications such as play status on the information panel.

[OPEN] button

• Use this button to open/close the liquid crystal panel.

• Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds or longer so that the liquid crystal panel is positioned horizontally when the liquid crystal panel is open. Press the button again to return the panel to the original position. Even if the button is not pressed, the panel returns to the original position after about 10 seconds.

[RELEASE] button

• Use this button to remove the DCP from the main unit.

[SENSOR]

• Remote control infrared sensor.

[ISR] button

• Use this button to enter the ISR (Instant station recall) standby mode.

[MUTE] button

• Use this button to mute the sound.

[DIRECT] button

• Use this button to select a preset channel in the radio/SIRIUS/TV mode.

• Use this button to select a disc in the changer mode.

• Press and hold one of the [DIRECT] button for 2 seconds or longer to store the current station into preset memory.

[a], [d] button

• Use this button to tune to a station in the radio/SIRIUS/TV mode.

• Use this button to select a track in the CD, Video CD, MP3 and CD/MD changer mode.

• Use this button to select a chapter in the DVD video and DVD changer mode.

[s] button

• Press this button to enter the play pause mode in the DVD video mode and changer mode. Press the button again to resume playback.

[BAND] button

• Press this button to switch the receiving bands for radio/SIRIUS/TV mode, etc. Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to switch the SEEK/MANUAL tuning modes.

• Use this button to move to the first track on a disc in the DVD video mode.

• Use this button to switch to the next disc in the changer mode.

• Use this button to select visual1 or 2 in the VISUAL mode.

[FUNC] button

• Press this button to turn on the power. Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to turn off the power.

• Press this button to switch the modes such as radio.

[Q] button

• Use this button to eject a disc.

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When the display open

[a], [d] button

• Use this button to tune to a station in the radio/SIRIUS/TV mode.

• Use this button to select a track in the CD, Video CD, MP3 and CD/MD changer mode.

• Use this button to select a chapter in the DVD video and DVD changer mode.

[M.L] button

• The display panel can be switched to a composite screen to lock the monitor or to view a video CD.

• Press and hold this button for about 1 second or longer to turn off the monitor.

[TILT] button

• Use this button to adjust the angle of the liquid crystal panel in 5 steps.

• Every time this button is pressed and held for about 2 seconds or longer, the liquid crystal panel moves forward/backward in 3 steps.

[s] button

•

Press this button to enter the play pause mode in the DVD video mode and changer mode. Press the button again to resume playback.

[A-M] button

• Shows the AUDIO MODE menu for tone adjustment, etc. Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to switch the loudness on or off (LOUD ON/OFF).

[ADJ] button

• Shows the ADJUST MODE menu to change the settings.

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to show the DVD SETUP menu.

[KEY PAD] button

• Press to display the keys (KEY PAD) that correspond to play mode.

[MENU] button

• Press this button to show the DVD menu on the screen in the DVD video and DVD changer mode.

• Press this button to show the file selection screen in the MP-3 mode.

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to show the DVD title screen.

[LIST] button

• Press this button to show the list of the preset channel on the screen in the radio/SIRIUS/TV mode.

• Press this button to show the disc list on the screen in the CD/MD/DVD changer mode.

[DISP] button

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to call the LCD background screen setup menu.

• Press this button to show the information on the screen in the TV, VISUAL, or DVD video mode.

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to switch the display sizes while in the screen where the TV, VISUAL, or DVD video mode is suspended.

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5.DISPLAY

The Color LCD Display and the Information Panel on the main unit show the following displays, providing information about the mode and functions operated.

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Information Panel

Preset channel indication Disc number indication ∗The disc numbers corresponding to the

discs in the DVD, CD or MD changer light.

Operation status indication ∗The frequency, play time,

clock, etc. are displayed.

: SIRIUS indication : Disc indication : Scan indication : Repeat indication : Random indication : Beat-EQ indication

: Manual indication

: Stereo indication

: Loudness indication

Color LCD Display

•Radio mode : FM1 98.1MHz Pch 1(band/frequency/preset No.)

•SIRIUS mode : SR1 100ch Pch 1(band/channel/preset No.)

•DVD changer mode: D2 T02 C002 01:08:20

(disc No./title No./chapter No./ playback time)

•DVD video mode : T01 C003 00:08:20(title No./chapter No./playback time)

•Video CD mode : T01 00:01:18(track No./playback time)

•MP-3 mode : F001 T001 00:04:07(folderNo./track No./playback time)

•CD mode : TRACK 02 04 : 07(track No./playback time)

•CD/MD changer mode: D02 T02 00 : 45(disc No./track No./playback time)

•TV mode : TV1 28CH Pch 1(band/channel/preset No.)

•VISUAL mode : VISUAL 1 (band)

Mode name

•Radio/TV mode

•SIRIUS mode

•CD changer mode

•CD TEXT in CD changer mode

•MD changer mode

MOTION/SPRITE pattern display

Clock time

: Seek/Manual indication

MANU

: Stereo indication

: Loudness indication

When the Multiple Channel Processor (DVH920) is connected, the program format of the digital input signal (for example, “3/2+LFE”) is displayed.

: Beat-EQ indication

BEQ

When the Multiple Channel Processor (DVH920) is connected, the signal format of the digital input signal (for example, “Dolby D”) is displayed.

: PROGRAM WEST COAST (user title) : CH.NAME CH801 (channel name)

: TITLE WALK THIS WAY (title) : ARTIST CH801 (artist) : CATEGORY ROCK (category)

: USER TITLE SHINE (user title)

: DISC TITLE SHINE (disc title) : TRACK TITLE Time has come (track title) : ARTIST Time has come (artist)

: DISC TITLE SHINE (disc title) : TRACK TITLE Time has come (track title)

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FUNCTION

DVD PLAYER

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OUTLINE OF BUTTON AND TOUCHKEY

OPERATION WHEN THE DISPLAY IS OPEN

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Note:

• The background of some screens in the following sections have been simplified to make it easier to see the keys in each procedure.

∗1: The STANDARD screen indication in the ra-

dio mode

∗2: Press an operation button to switch the ST AN-

DARD screen. The operation button is [FUNC] button in the description of operation per mode.

∗3: Touch the screen and the menu screen corre-

sponding to the play mode is displayed.

∗4: Touch an operation key to switch the menu

screen. The operation key is [FUNCTION] key in the description of operation per mode.

∗5: Touch the [RTN] key to return to the previous

screen.

∗6: Touch the [ ∗7: Touch the [

menu.

] key to go to the next menu.

] key to return to the previous

∗8: This icon [

button should be held down for 1 second or longer.

] is displayed to indicate that the

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(ADJUST MODE menu) (DVD SETUP menu)

∗6

∗7

CLOCK

∗6

AUDIO OUTPUT

DIGITAL PCM

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∗9

DETAIL

BASS BOOST

EQ LEVEL

ENT

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(AUDIO MODE menu)

(KEY PAD)

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∗8

(MOTION/SPRITEmenu)

SPRITE

RDM

∗10

(DVD video menu)

∗11

ENT

Notes:

∗8: This icon [ ] is displayed to indicate that

the button should be held down for 1 second or longer.

∗9: This shows a KEY PAD selection example in

the radio mode when 107.9 MHz is selected.

∗10: Use this button during DVD, video CD and

MP-3 playback.

∗11: When the KEY PAD is difficult to view, press

the touch key on the right (left) side of the screen to move it to the other side of the screen.

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7.REMOTE CONTROL

Remote control unit

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[

]

BAND

[

]

FUNC

[

]

0-9

[

DISC SEL

[

]

RPT

[

SUB TITLE

],[ ]

[

RTN

[

SET UP

[

ENT

],[

[

SCAN

[

AUDIO

]

] ]

]

] ]

Signal transmitter

Operating range: 30˚ in all directions

[

]

CeNET

[

]

MUTE

[

VOLUME

[

P.TIME

[

TITLE

[ [

[

RDM

[

SLOW

[

ANGLE

]

[

SEARCH MODE

] ]

],[ ]

]

[

PBC

]

Inserting the Batteries

1.Turn the remote control unit over, then slide the rear cover in the direction of the arrow.

2.Insert the AA (SUM-3, IECR-6/1.5V) batteries that came with the remote control unit facing in the directions shown in the figure, then close the rear cover.

Notes:

Using batteries improperly can cause them to explode. Take note of the following points:

• When replacing batteries, replace both batteries with new ones.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat batteries.

• Do not dispose of batteries into fire or flames.

• Dispose of spent batteries properly.

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AA (SUM-3, IECR-6/1.5V) Batteries

Rear cover

Rear side

Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons

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●Shared modes

[FUNC] button

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to turn on or off the power. Power on/ off, switches among radio, TV,etc.

[VOLUME] button

• Increases and decreases volume.

[MUTE] button

• Turns mute on and off.

[CeNET] switch

• For operating this unit, switch this switch to the CeNET position.

●Radio/TV/SIRIUS mode

[BAND] button

• Switches reception band.

[0 - 9] button

• Use in the KEY PAD operation screen to set the radio frequency and TV/SIRIUS channels.

[DISC SEL] button

• Press to display the P.CH SELECT screen.

[SEARCH MODE] button

• Press to display the KEY PAD operation screen.

[ENT] button

• Press to confirm numerics entered in the KEY PAD operation screen.

[ ], [ ] buttons

• Press to select the next higher or lower preset channel in radio and TV/SIRIUS mode.

[A], [D] button

• Press to select the next higher or lower frequency in radio and channel in TV/SIRIUS mode.

[SCAN] button

• Press to perform preset scans in the radio, TV and SIRIUS modes.

• Hold down to perform the auto store operation in the radio and TV modes.

●DVD player mode

[BAND] button

• Press to return to the first chapter in DVD video mode.

• Press to return to the first track in CD/MP-3 mode or video CD mode with the PBC function turned off.

[P.TIME] button

• Press to turn on and off the playtime display in the DVD video and video CD mode.

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to switch the playback status display contents.

[ß] button

• Press to stop video playback in DVD video and video CD mode.

[s] button

• Press to play or pause video and audio media.

[0 - 9] button

• Press to enter DVD video chapters in the KEY PAD screen.

• Press to set the track number of the Video CD with the PBC function turned off, CD track number or MP-3 track number in the KEY PAD screen.

[SEARCH MODE] button

• Press to display the KEY PAD operation screen.

[RTN] button

• Press to switch the screen display while the MENU screen is being displayed. However, it may occur that this button operation dose not work on some discs.

[MENU] button

• Press to display menu stored on video disc.

• MP3: Returns the cursor to the default position and displays the files (track) select screen.

[SET UP] button

• Press to display the menu for setting audio features during DVD video playback.

• Press and hold this button for 1 second or longer to show the DVD SETUP menu.

∗ If you want to select a menu after the SETUP

menu is displayed, touch the operation keys on the menu screen.

[TITLE] button

• Press to display the title screen on DVD video discs. Some discs do not display the title screen.

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Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons

[w], [z], [Å], [Î] button

• Press to select menus and other items during DVD video/MP-3 playback.

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[ENT] button

• Press to confirm numerics entered in the KEY PAD operation screen.

[ ] [ ] buttons

• Press to select the next higher or lower chapter number in DVD video mode.

• Press to select the next higher or lower track numbers in CD/MP-3 mode or video CD mode with the PBC function turned off.

[A] [D] button

• Hold down to perform fast-forward and fastbackward.

[SCAN] button

• Press to perform chapter scans in DVD video mode and track scans in CD mode. Press to perform track scan and hold down to perform folder in MP-3 mode.

[RPT] button

• Press to perform chapter repeat in DVD video mode and track repeat in CD mode. In the MP-3 mode, press to perform track repeat and hold down to perform folder repeat.

[RDM] button

• Press to play tracks at random in CD mode. In the MP-3 mode, press to play tracks at random and hold down to play folders at random.

[PBC] button

• Press to turn on and off the PBC function in video CD mode.

[AUDIO] button

• Press to switch on the AUDIO function in DVD video and video CD modes.

[SUB TITLE] b utton

• Press to display subtitles in DVD video mode.

[ANGLE] button

• Press to turn the ANGLE function on and off in DVD video mode. (This button is available only on multiple angles DVDs.) (This button is available only on multiple angles DVDs.)

[SLOW] button

• Press to perform slow playback in DVD video mode.

●CD/MD changer mode

[BAND] button

• Press to switch discs.

[DISC SEL] button

• Used to change the disc.

[s] button

• Press to play and pause the media.

[0 - 9] buttons

• Press to enter track numbers in the KEY PAD screen.

[SEARCH MODE] button

• Press to display the KEY PAD operation screen.

[ ] [ ] buttons

• Press to select the next higher or lower playback track.

[A] [D] button

• Hold down to perform fast-forward and fastbackward.

[SCAN] button

• Press to perform track scan and hold down to perform disc scan.

[RPT] button

• Press to perform track repeat and hold down to perform disc repeat.

[RDM] button

• Press to play tracks at random and hold down to play folders at random.

●DVD changer mode

[BAND] button

• Press to switch discs.

[DISC SEL] button

• Used to change the disc.

∗

Other button operations in this mode are the same as those in DVD player mode.

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8.DCP

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The control panel can be detached to prevent theft. When detaching the control panel, store it in the DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) case to prevent scratches.

We recommend taking the DCP with you when leaving the car.

Removing the DCP

1. Turn the power off.

2. Slide the [RELEASE] lever leftward to release the DCP/Operation Panel.

DCP

3. Pull the DCP toward you and remove it.

2. Press the right side of the DCP carefully to fit it in place.

DCP

3. Press the [FUNC] button to turn on the power.

CAUTION

• The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks. Af-

ter removing it, be careful not to drop it or subject it to strong shocks.

• If the Operation Panel is kept open, the DCP may

drop due to vibration of the car. This results in damage to the DCP. So close the Operation Panel or remove the DCP to store into the case.

• The DCP is an extremely important part. Be care-

ful not to damage it by pressing on it with fingernails, screwdrivers, etc.

Note:

• If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry

cloth only.

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Attaching the DCP

1. Insert the DCP so that the A section on the left side of the DCP catches on the hook B on the unit.

DCP

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9.CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

LCD panel/Generalities

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For a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions.

• Be sure to store the LCD panel inside the

main unit when parking the car outdoors for long period of time. The LCD panel will operate properly in a temperature range of 0 to 60˚C.

• Don’t allow any liquids on the set from drinks,

umbrellas etc. Doing so may damage the internal circuitry.

• Do not disassemble or modify the set in any

way. Doing so may result in damage.

• Do not draw the LCD panel out and use it as a

tray. Also, subjecting the LCD panel to shocks may result in breakage, deformation or other damage.

• Do not let cigarettes burn the display. Doing so

may damage or deform the cabinet.

• If a problem should occur, have the set in-

spected at your store of purchase.

• Do not insert objects or poke in the space be-

tween the LCD panel and the main unit when the panel is tilted.

Cleaning

• Cleaning the cabinet

Use a soft, dry cloth and gently wipe off the dirt. For tough dirt, apply some neutral detergent diluted in water to a soft cloth, wipe off the dirt gently, then wipe again with a dry cloth.

• Do not place anything on the display when the panel is tilted.

• The remote controller may not work if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight.

• In extremely cold weather, the display movement may slow down and the display may darken, but this is not a malfunction. The display will work normally when the temperature increases.

• Small black and shiny spots inside the LCD panel are normal for LCD products.

• The LCD panel may stop temporarily when it opens or closes, when the engine stops or when it is cold.

• The touchkeys on the display operate when slightly touched. Do not press the touchkey screen with much force.

• Do not push the case surrounding the touchkey panel with much force. This may cause malfunctioning of the touchkeys.

• Cleaning the LCD panel

The LCD panel tends to collect dust, so wipe it off occasionally with a soft cloth. The surface is easily scratched, so do not rub it with hard objects.

Do not use benzene, thinner, car cleaner, etc., as these substances may damage the cabinet or cause the paint to peel. Also, leaving rubber or plastic products in contact with the cabinet for long periods of time may cause stains.

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10. DVD VIDEO SYSTEM

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DVD video is a high-quality digital video source that provides crisp and clear images. One 12 cm disc contains either one film or four hours of music.

DVD Video Features

This unit provides the following functions in addition to the high image quality and sound quality of DVD video.

Notes:

• The functions described in the section, “Features”, for example, the recorded language, sub-

titles, angles, etc. differ with the DVD video disc. Refer to the instructions provided with the DVD video.

• Some disc functions may operate differently than described in this manual.

Multi-sound function

DVD video can store up to 8 languages for one film; select the language of your preference.

• The languages stored on the disc are indi-

cated by the icon shown below.

Multi-angle function

A DVD video that is filmed from multiple angles allows you to select the angle of choice.

• The number of recorded angles are indicated

by the icon shown below.

Multi-story function

When a DVD video contains more than one story for a film, you can select the story you wish to enjoy. The operation procedures vary with the disc; observe the instructions for selecting a story provided during playback.

Dolby digital

Dolby digital enables up to 5.1 independent multi-channel audio reproduction, the same type of surround system that is also used in movie theaters.

DTS

DTS (Digital Theater System) is a sound system that differs from the Dolby digital system. DTS provides a larger amount of data than Dolby digital enabling high-quality surround playback and incorporates a DTS-CD software for music like a DVD software allows 5.1 channel independent multi-channel audio reproduction.

Menu screens

Menus can be called up during DVD video playback to perform menu setting.

• Example showing menu display

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Subpicture (subtitles) function

A DVD video can record subtitles for up to 32 languages and you can select the language of the subtitles you wish to see.

• The number of recorded subtitle languages

are indicated by the icon shown below.

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Discs

Playable discs

This DVD video player can play the following discs.

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Playable discs

DVD video discs

Audio CDs

video CDs CD TEXT

About CD Extra discs

A CD Extra disc is a disc in which a total of two sessions have been recorded. The first session is Audio session and the sedond session Data sessioin.

Your personally-created CDs with more than 2 data sessions recorded cannot be played on this DVD video player.

Discs that cannot be played back

This DVD video player cannot play back DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-RW, Photo CDs.

• Some CDs recorded in CD-R mode may not

be usable. (Cause: disc characteristics, cracks, dust/dirt, dust/dirt on player’s lens, etc.)

TV color system

This DVD player plays NTSC discs and PAL discs only and cannot be used for playback of SECAM discs.

About MP3 playback

This unit can play back CD-R/CD-RW discs on which MP3 music data have been recorded.

For a detailed information, see the page entitled “Listening to an MP3”.

About the registered marks etc.

• 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 tecnology 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.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

•“DTS” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Note on region numbers

The DVD video system assigns a region number to DVD video players and DVD discs by sales area. DVD video players sold in the United States can play back DVD discs with the region number “ALL”, “1” or any combination of num- bers that also incorporate a “1”.

The DVD video region number is marked on the disc jacket as shown below.

ALL

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11. OPERATIONS

Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of

Basic Operations

CAUTION

When the unit is turned on, starting and stopping the engine with its volume raised to the maximum level may harm your hearings. Be careful about adjusting the volume.

Note:

• Use this unit after starting the engine.

ACC or engine ON position

Turning on and off the power

Note:

• Be careful about using this unit for a long time without running the engine. If you drain the car’s battery too far, you may not be able to start the engine and this can reduce the service life of the battery.

1. Press the [FUNC] button.

2. The illumination and display on the unit light

up. The unit automatically remembers its last operation mode and will automatically switch to display that mode.

3. Press and hold the [FUNC] button for 1 sec-

ond or longer to turn off the power for the unit.

Note:

• About the “SYSTEM CHECK” The confirmation of connected equipment must

be performed for this unit only when the wiring connection is complete and power is turned on to the unit first. When the power is supplied, “PUSH PWR” appear in the display. Press the [FUNC] button, the system check starts inside the unit. When “COMPLETE” and “PUSH PWR” appear alternately, press once again the [FUNC] button.

Selecting a mode

1. Press the [FUNC] button to change the mode

of operation.

2. Each time you press the [FUNC] button, the

mode of operation changes in the following order:

Radio mode ➜ SIRIUS mode ➜ DVD mode

➜ CD changer mode ➜ MD changer mode ➜ DVD changer mode ➜ TV mode ➜ VI- SUAL mode ➜ Radio mode...

∗ External equipment not connected with

CeNET is not selected.

chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 5 (unfold).

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Adjusting the volume

1. Operate the [VOL] button in the direction of the + (up) or – (down) to adjust the volume;

+ : Increases the volume. – : Decreases the volume.

∗ The volume level indicated in the display is in a

range from 0 (minimum) to 33 (maximum).

CAUTION

While driving, keep the volume at a le vel at which external sounds can be heard.

Switching the display

When the panel is closed:

1. Press the [DISP] button to select the desired display.

Each time you press the [DISP] button, the display switches in the following order:

MAIN Display

SUB Display

Clock Time Display

MAIN Display

Notes:

• Once selected, the preferred display becomes the

default display. When a function adjustment such as volume is made, the display momentarily switches to that function’s display, then returns back to the preferred display several seconds after the adjustment.

• If a title has been input, it is shown in the SUB

display. If no title has been input, “NO TITLE” appears in the display. To input a title, refer to the subsection “Entering titles” in “Other Functions” section.

• For CD, MD and TV, some special characters of

the title will not be displayed on the Information Panel of the DCP. In this case, those characters will only be left blank.

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Basic Operations Opening and turning the display

WARNING

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• To prevent the battery from going dead, operate this unit with the engine running, if possible.

• When the liquid crystal panel is operating, be careful not to get your hand or finger caught between the panel and main unit or the instrument panel of the car.

Standing up the liquid crystal panel

1. Press the [OPEN] button and the liquid crystal panel comes out and stand up automatically.

∗ While the liquid crystal panel is opening or

closing, the LED of the [FUNC] button blinks.

NOTE:

• If the liquid crystal panel stops in the middle of its

operation, press the [OPEN] button to house the panel and press the button again to stand it up. The unit enters the same display mode as the display was turned off the last time.

Adjusting the angel, etc. of the liquid crystal panel

The angle of the liquid crystal panel or protruding amount of the panel from the mounting surface can be adjusted depending on the mounting angle of the unit or light coming into the car.

To adjust the angle

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1. Every time the [TILT] button is pressed, the liquid crystal panel tilts forward or backward at up to about 20 degrees. The adjusted angel is stored in memory.

20˚

NOTE:

• Do not move the liquid crystal panel by hand.

●

To adjust the slide position

1. Press and hold the [TILT] button and release when a beep is heard.

The liquid crystal panel slides forward or backward. The adjusted slide position is stored in memory.

* There are 3 adjustable positions available on

this panel.

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Housing the liquid crystal panel

1. Press the [OPEN] button and the liquid crystal panel is housed automatically.

NOTE:

• When leaving this unit unused for a long period of

time or leaving your car, be sure to house the liquid crystal panel into the main unit.

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Turning the liquid crystal panel horizontal (Air conditioner operation mode)

When the way the liquid crystal panel is mounted hinders the operation of the air conditioner, the position of the panel can be turned horizontal temporarily.

1. Press and hold the [OPEN] button when the liquid crystal panel is upright, and release the button when a beep is heard.

2. The liquid crystal panel turns horizontal.

∗ Press the [OPEN] button again when the liquid

crystal panel is in the horizontal position, and the panel returns to the original position.

∗ Even if the button is not operated for about 10

seconds, the panel returns to the original position with a warning sound.

Turning on and off the monitor

1. Pressing and holding the [M.L] button for 1 second or longer turns the monitor off. To return to the monitor on, press the [M.L] button once again.

∗ When a button is pressed or during security

monitoring, the monitor-off mode is canceled.

Mute

1. Each time you press the [MUTE] button, mute is turned on and off. “MUTE” appears when mute is turned on.

Setting the Beat EQ

• This function is enabled only when the panel is

open.

This unit comes with 3 types of sound tone effect stored in memory. Select the one you prefer.

∗ The factory default setting is “USER CUSTOM”.

1. Press the [A-M] button to change into the AUDIO MODE menu.

When the AUDIO MODE menu is displayed, touch the key for the desirable type to select it.

• BASS BOOST :bass emphasized

• IMPACT : bass and treble empha-

• EXCITE : bass and treble empha-

• USER CUSTOM: user custom

• TONE BYPASS :no sound effect (Beat EQ

sized

sized mid de-emphasized

off)

3. When the setting is finished, touch the [RTN] key or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

When the Beat EQ (BASS BOOST, IMPACT, EXCITE, USER CUSTOM) is set, “B.EQ” ap- pears in the display.

Note:

• When the separately-sold Multiple Channel Pro-

cessor (DVH920) is used, the bass and treble tone adjustments cannot be made. To adjust the tone, refer to the section “Multiple Channel Pro-

cessor Operations”.

Adjusting the non fader output volume

You can adjust the volume output from the unit’s non fader output terminal.

1. Press the [A-M] button, then touch the [DETAIL] key .

2. Touch the [NON-FAD VOL] key.

3. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to desirable level.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Setting

range: –6 to 6)

4. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

Adjusting the bass

The bass gain, bass frequency (center frequency) and bass Q can be adjusted as follows.

1. Press the [A-M] button, then touch the [USER CUSTOM] key.

2. Touch the [DETAIL] key, then touch the [BASS] key.

3. When the bass type selection screen is displayed, touch the key for the desirable type to select it.

4. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to desirable level.

GAIN : –6 to 8 (The factory default setting

is “0”)

FREQ. : 50Hz/80Hz/120Hz (The factory de-

fault setting is “50”)

Q : 1/1.25/1.5/2 (The factory default

setting is “1”)

5. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] key several times or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

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Basic Operations Adjusting the MID

The MID gain, MID frequency (center frequency) and MID Q can be adjusted as follows.

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1. Press the [A-M] button, then touch the [USER CUSTOM] key.

2. Touch the [DETAIL] key, then touch the [MID] key.

3. When the bass type selection screen is displayed, touch the key for the desirable type to select it.

4. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to desirable level.

GAIN : –6 to 6 (The factory default setting

FREQ. : 700Hz/1kHz/2kHz (The factory de-

Q : 1.5/2 (The factory default setting is

5. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] key several times or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

is “0”)

fault setting is “1k”)

“2”)

Adjusting the TREBLE

The treble gain and treble frequency (center frequency) can be adjusted as follows.

1. Press the [A-M] button, then touch the [USER CUSTOM] key.

2. Touch the [DETAIL] key, then touch the [TREBLE] key.

3. When the bass type selection screen is displayed, touch the key for the desirable type to select it.

4. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to desirable level.

GAIN : –6 to 6 (The factory default setting

FREQ. : 8kHz/12kHz (The Factory default

5. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] key several times or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

is “0”)

setting is “12K”)

Adjusting the balance/fader

1. Press the [A-M] button, then touch the [DETAIL] key .

2. Touch the [BAL/FAD] key.

3. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to the fader level.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

range: front 13 to rear 13)

[w] key: Emphasized the sound from the

[z] key: Emphasized the sound from the

4. Touch the [Å] or [Î] key to adjust to the balance level.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

[Å] key :Emphasized the sound from the left

[Î] key :Emphasized the sound from the

5. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] key several times or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

front speakers.

rear speakers.

range: left 12 to right 12)

speakers.

right speakers.

Adjusting the Beat EQ

1. Press the [A-M] button and select “BASS BOOST or IMPACT or EXCITE”.

2. Touch the [DETAIL] or [LEVEL] key to display the level adjustment screen.

3. Touch the [w] or [z] key to adjust to desirable level.

∗ When BASS BOOST is selected, you can ad-

just the bass in the range of –3 to 3.

∗

When IMPACT and EXCITE is selected, you can adjust the bass and treble in the range of – 3 to 3.

4. When the adjustment is complete, touch the [RTN] key several times or press the [A-M] button to return to the previous mode.

Turning on/off the loudness

The loudness effect emphasizes the bass to create a natural sound tone. When you are listening to music at a low volume, it is recommended to use the loudness effect.

1. Press and hold the [A-M] button for 1 second or longer to turn on the loudness effect. When the loudness effect is turned on, “LD” lights in the display.

2. Press and hold the [A-M] button for 1 second or longer to turn off the loudness effect. “LD” goes off in the display.

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Changing the setting of the display background

WARNING

Perform the setting of this function the car is stopped with the parking break applied.

1. Press the [DISP] button for 1 second or longer to show the background setup menu.

2. Touch the setting key to show the setup display.

●To set up the motion pattern

2-1. Touch the [MOTION] key to set a de-

sired motion pattern.

2-2. Touch a desired MOTION PATTERN.

●To set up the sprite pattern

2-1. Touch the [SPRITE] key to set a desired

sprite pattern.

2-2. Touch a desired SPRITE PATTERN.

3. Press the [DISP] button again or touch the [RTN] key to return to the STANDARD screen.

FM reception

For enhanced FM performance the

tuner includes signal actuated stereo control, Enhanced Multi AGC, Impulse noise reduction curcuits and Multipath noise reduction circuits.

Changing the reception area

This unit is initially set to USA frequency intervals of 10kHz for AM and 200kHz for FM. When using it outside the USA, the frequency reception range can be switched to the intervals of 9 kHz for AM and 50 kHz for FM.

●Setting the reception area

1. While pressing [DISP] button, each time you

press and hold the number “6” of the [DI- RECT] buttons for 2 seconds or longer, the reception area switches from inside the USA to outside the USA or from outside the USA to inside the USA.

∗ Any station preset memories are lost when the

reception area is changed.

Listening to the radio

1. Press the [FUNC] button and select the RA-

DIO mode. The frequency is displayed.

2. Press the [BAND] button and select the radio

band. Each time the button is pressed, the radio reception band changes in the following order:

FM1 ➜ FM2 ➜ FM3 ➜ AM ➜ FM1...

3. Press the [a] or [d] button to tune in the

desired station.

∗ When the panel is open, the same operation

is also available by using the [a] or [d] but- ton in the panel.

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Contents

Handling Discs

DVD Video Features

Multi-sound function

Multi-angle function

Multi-story function

Dolby digital

Menu screens

Subpicture (subtitles) function

Playable discs

Basic Operations

Setting the Beat EQ

Adjusting the non fader output volume