Daewoo AVP-7285 User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE PLA YER

DC OPERATION W/SPECIALIZED TAPE MECHANISM
DLC COATED VIDEO HEAD
BACKLIGHTING OF FUNCTION BUTTONS

AVP-7285 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR VAN, RV, MARINE,

AND OTHER MOBILE APPLICATIONS

DRAWING YOUR ATTENTION

Thank you purchasing AUDIOVOX VCP, developed to provide advanced features and functions for high quality performance.
To obtain the best results and to avoid malfunction, PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE DESCRIPTIONS AND OPERATING PROCEDURE

CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS VCP.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER

OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKS

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR PRÉVENIR LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE ET D’ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL À LA PLUIE NI À

L’HUMIDITÉ.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE (POLARISÉE) AVEC UN CORDON PROLONGATEUR,

UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORITE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES BROCHES PEUVENT ÊTRE INSÉRÉES À FOND
SANS QU’AUCUNE PARTIE NE RESTE À DECOUVERT.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit 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 try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR THE USE OF A VIDEO MONITOR/TV IN A MOTOR VEHICLE

• A VIDEO MONITOR/TV is designed for rear passenger viewing only. This product may only be installed in the rear seat
compartment of the vehicle, out of the driver’s view.

• Installation in any other area of the vehicle, including anywhere within the driver’s view, is illegal in most states, provinces and
countries and may lead to driver distraction resulting in an accident, injury and/or death. If you are unsure of regulations
regarding this, please consult your local laws to determine how this applies to you.

• Users should be aware of the possible noise distraction caused by the use of the product and should carefully monitor the
volume so as not to interfere with the driver’s attention to surrounding traffic conditions.

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T ABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE: This Video Cassette Player is compatible with any Video Cassette Player bearing the VHS mark. The VCP is designed to expand your

opportunities for home viewing and not for any usage which might violate the copyright laws.
Save the original shipping carton and packing materials; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your VCP. For maximum protection,

repack the set as it was originally packed at the factory.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..........................................................................................................................................................................3

VIDEO HEAD CLEANING...............................................................................................................................................................................7

IMPORTANT NOTES......................................................................................................................................................................................8

FEATURES.......................................................................................................................................................................................................9

IDENTIFICATION..........................................................................................................................................................................................10

TO GET STARTED.........................................................................................................................................................................................14

BASIC OPERATION .....................................................................................................................................................................................16

SPECIAL OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................................................20

BEFORE CALLING SERVICE PERSONNEL ..................................................................................................................................................22

SPECIFICATION............................................................................................................................................................................................25

IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS

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For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this manual
for future reference.

Carefully observe all warnings, precautions, and instructions on the appliance, or the ones described in the operating
instructions and adhere to them.

USE

Power Sources–This set should be operated only

from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
electrical power supply at your home, consult your
dealer or local power company. For those sets
designed to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

Overloading–Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords or convenience receptacle beyond
their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric
shock.

Object and Liquid Entry–Never push objects of
any kind into the set through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments–Do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer, as they may
cause hazards.

Cleaning–Unplug the set from the wall outlet
before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly
dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of
the set.

DC 12V?

UNPLUGUNPLUG

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Water and Moisture–Do not use powerline

operated sets near water-for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Accessories–Do not place the set on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult,
and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
the manufacturer.

Ventilation–The slots and openings in the cabinet
are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure
reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.

– Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or other materials.

– Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

Portable Cart Warning–An appliance and cart
combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to
overturn.

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–Never place the set in a confined space such as a
bookcase, or built-in cabinet unless proper
ventilation is provided.

Power-Cord Protection–Route the power cord in
order not to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point
where the cord exits from the appliance.

–Do not place the set over a radiator or heat
register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

In the normal temperature, if you pour a cold liquid
into a glass, water vapor in the air will condense
on the surface of the glass. This is moisture
condensation. The moisture condensation may
occur inside of VCPs, if used in this condition, it will
cause damage to the head and the tape.

In case of moving the VCP from a cold place to
heated place,

Or the temperature of surroundings goes up due to
room heating switched on.

Or moving the VCP suddenly from air conditioned
room to a place of high temperature of humidity in
summer.

may cause the dew indicator to light up. Do not
use in this condition.

When the moisture condensation occurs inside of
the VCP, NEVER insert the cassette into the
cassette compartment. Remove the cassette, if
loaded, by pressing the STOP/EJECT key. Only
operate the VCP after the moisture condensation
has completely dried out. Normally, it takes about 2
hours.

MOISTURE CONDENSA TION

When does the
moisture condensation
occur inside of the
VCP?

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SERVICE

Damage Requiring Service–Unplug the set

from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:

–When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.

–If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.

–If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

–If the set has been subjected to excessive shock
by being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.

–If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions, adjust only
those controls that are specified in the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the set to normal operation.

–When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.

Servicing–Do not attempt to service the set
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement of parts–When replacement of
parts is required, be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as
the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check–Upon completion of any service or
repairs to the set, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks (as specified by the
manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe
operating condition.

SERVICE DEPT

ALL SETS RECEIVE

OUR OK

SAFETY CHECK.

FRAYED OR CUT

DC LINE

CRACKED PLUG

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VIDEO HEAD CLEANING

VIDEO HEAD CLOGGING

The video heads are the means by which the VCP reads pictures from the tape during playback.
In the unlikely event that they become dirty enough to be clogged, no picture will be playback. This can easily be determined if,

during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but the picture is extremely snowy. If this is the case, have the video
cassette player checked by qualified service personnel.

VIDEO HEAD CLEANING

During normal operation of the VCP, the video and audio heads can get dirty over a period of time, especially when using an old or
poor quality tape. When the heads are dirty the picture can get snowy and the tracking control will not adjust the snow out of the
picture. If this condition occurs, head cleaning cartridges may take care of this problem and restore normal picture. We recommend
that head cleaning cartridges be used sparingly due to the fact that they can be very abrasive to the video heads. If the problem is
not resolved with the head cleaning cartridge then the unit needs to be checked by a qualified service personnel.

NOTE: Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to reproduce clear pictures. To help

prevent video head clogging, use only good quality VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes.