Dei MCB1000 Owners Guide

O W N E R ’ S G U I D E

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Video Multi-Control Unit

MODEL MCB1000

Table of Contents
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.3
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Universal Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7
Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7
Remote Control Battery Install/Replace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Turn the MCB 1000 On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Turn Zone Monitors on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Selecting a Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Programming Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Audio Through Vehicle Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Using the TV Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
VCR Controls Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
On-Screen Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
Hardware Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Installing the TVM 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
TV Reception warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
Wire and Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
AV Source DIN to RCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
System Capabilities Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15

2	© 2001 Directed Electronics, Inc.

Limited One-Year Warranty

For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, Directed Electronics, Inc. ("DIRECTED") promises to the original purchaser to repair or replace, free of cost, with a comparable reconditioned model any VIDEO MULTI-CONTROL UNIT (hereafter the "UNIT”), which proves to be defective in workmanship or material defect under normal use, provided the following conditions are met: the unit was purchased and installed by an authorized DIRECTED dealer; the unit remains in the vehicle in which the unit was originally installed; and the unit is returned to DIRECTED. The unit in question must be returned to DIRECTED postage paid and must be accompanied by a clear, legible copy of the bill of sale bearing the following information:

■Date of Purchase

■Your Full name and address

■Authorized dealer's company name and address

■Type of unit installed

■Year, make, model, and color of the automobile

■Automobile license number

■Vehicle Identification number

■Installation receipts

All components other than the unit, including and without limitation the remote control, cables and installation accessories, carry a 60-day warranty from the date of purchase of the same.

This warranty is automatically void if the unit's date code or serial number is defaced, missing or altered; the unit has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose; or the unit has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, installation or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or construction. This warranty is nontransferable and does not apply to any until that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not cover batteries. This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal, diagnosis, troubleshooting or reinstallation of the unit. For service on an out-of-warranty product a flat fate fee by model is charged. Contact

your authorized dealer to obtain the service charge for your unit.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITY TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY, OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS PRODUCTS. DIRECTED DISCLAIMS AND HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED OR ITS SUBSIDIARY, THE PROPER VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED SHALL BE STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER'S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT. DIRECTED SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from State to State. DIRECTED does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any other obligation, promise, duty or obligation in connection with these UNITS.

© 2001 Directed Electronics, Inc.

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Safety Instructions

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 INCLUDED HARDWARE.

DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING FATALITIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY IMPROPER OR UNINTENDED USES OF THIS PRODUCT.

DO NOT MAKE MODIFICATIONS THAT WILL COMPROMISE ANY OF THE VEHICLES SAFETY EQUIPMENT. MODIFYING OR CONNECTING TO WIRES FOR THE BRAKE OR LIGHTING SYSTEM COULD CAUSE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS DRIVING SITUATIONS.

DO NOT MOUNT THIS OR ANY OTHER COMPONENT IN FRONT OF OR NEAR THE PASSENGER AIR BAG. EXPLOSIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT COULD THROW A COMPONENT TOWARD THE PASSENGER CAUSING INJURY.

Read this manual in its entirety before beginning the installation. It has important information about safety hazards during vehicle operation.

This system is designed and intended for installation by MECP certified installers. It requires tools, equipment and product installation techniques common to the Mobile Electronics indus-

try; therefore it is not recommended that the consumer try to install this system. Installations performed by unqualified persons could result in damage to the vehicles electrical system. Please consult with your authorized retailer to have this system installed.

4	© 2001 Directed Electronics, Inc.

Important Safeguards

1.It is dangerous for the vehicle operator to watch the video while driving and, in most cases, it is illegal for the vehicle operator to use a Mobile Video system while driving. Please be a safe driver. Any viewing by the driver during vehicle operation could cause a collision or injury.

2.This unit does not have any consumerrepairable components. Any attempts to alter this product could result in fire or electric shock. Repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized repair facility will void the warranty.

3.The only replaceable component to this system is the optional TV tuner (TVM300), and should only be installed by an authorized retailer.

4.If the system stops working normally, discontinue operation immediately and consult your authorized retailer for service.

5.Operate the system in a safe manner. Excessively high volume levels that impair your ability to hear noises from outside the vehicle can be a hazard to yourself and other motorists.

6.Before attempting to make adjustments to the system, move the vehicle to a safe place away from traffic and stop. Driving while distracted can cause accidents and injuries.

Important Information

	FCC NOTICE	YOUR WARRANTY
	This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules.	Your warranty registration must be completely
	Operation is subject to the following two condi-	filled out and returned within 10 days of pur-
	tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful	chase. Your product warranty will not be vali-
	interference, and (2) this device must accept	dated if your warranty registration is not
	any interference received, including interfer-	returned. Make sure you receive the warranty
	ence that may cause undesired operation.	registration from your dealer. It is also neces-
	Changes or modifications not expressly	sary to keep your proof of purchase, which
		reflects that the product was installed by an au-
	approved by the party responsible for compli-
		thorized dealer.
	ance could void the user's authority to operate
	this device.

© 2001 Directed Electronics, Inc.

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