Directed Electronics DV-POD User Manual

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Directed Electronics, Inc. (Directed) promises to the original purchaser that the new automotive video monitor and/or source unit(s) (the Product) that is purchased and installed from a Directed authorized dealer more than ninety (90) days after the purchase of a new vehicle are warranted for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase of the Product.

Directed promises to the original purchaser that all video accessories will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and condition for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of purchase. A sales receipt and/or warranty registration card is required to provide proof of date of purchase of the Product or accessories.

Should the Product be determined defective during the applicable warranty period, the defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with a new or reconditioned part(s), at Directed’s option. To obtain warranty service, the Product must be returned to a Directed authorized dealer along with proof of purchase and installation.

Note: This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the Product. IN ORDER FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID, YOUR PRODUCT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION BY AN AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER. ALL PRODUCTS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF DIRECTED DEALER INSTALLATION WILL BE DENIED.

This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any Product that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose, and does not cover damage to the Product caused by installation or removal of the Product. This warranty is VOID if the product has not been purchased from an authorized Directed dealer or has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, negligence, acts of God, neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defect in materials or construction. This warranty does not cover the elimination of externally generated static or noise, or the correction of antenna problems or weak television reception, damage to tapes, video games, software, camcorders, discs, speakers, accessories or vehicle electrical systems, cosmetic damage or damage due to negligence, misuse, abuse, failure to follow operating instructions, accidental spills or customer applied cleaners, damage due to environmental causes such as floods, airborne fallout, chemicals, salt, hail, windstorms, lightning or extreme temperatures, damage due to accidents, road hazards, fire, theft, loss or vandalism, damage due to improper connection to equipment of another manufacturer, modification of existing equipment, damage caused by faulty media or the cleaning of components, or Product which has been opened or tampered with for any reason or which has been damaged due to alteration or service performed by anyone other than Directed Electronics, Inc.

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 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS LICENSED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. IN NO EVENT WILL DIRECTED ELECTRONICS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS), BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts. In such states, the limitations or exclusions of this Limited Warranty may not apply. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. In such states, the exclusion or limitation of this Limited Warranty may not apply to you.This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. In such states, the exclusion or limitations of this Limited Warranty may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

March 01, 2005

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When Cleaning the Vehicle .............................................................................6

Disc Handling and Cleaning ............................................................................6

Repairs........................................................................................................7

Installation..................................................................................................7

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FCC Notice ...................................................................................................7

Your Warranty ...............................................................................................7

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DVD—Mounted .............................................................................................8

DVD—UnMounted........................................................................................10

DVD—Memory Card Mounting ........................................................................11

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Remote Buttons ..........................................................................................14

IR Remote Feedthrough................................................................................15

Battery Replacement....................................................................................16

Precautions ................................................................................................16

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Loading Disc...............................................................................................16

Unloading Disc............................................................................................17

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DVD Playback..............................................................................................18

Play/Pause (DVD/MP3/CD) ............................................................................19

Stop (DVD/MP3/CD).....................................................................................19

Selecting a Track or Chapter..........................................................................20

MP3 and JPEG Playback on CD or Memory Card ................................................20

Playback Programming .................................................................................21

Advanced Playback (DVD/MP3/CD) .................................................................22

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1. TV System .............................................................................................24

2. Screen Saver..........................................................................................24

3. TV Type.................................................................................................25

4. Password...............................................................................................25

5. Rating (Parental Settings)........................................................................25

6. Default .................................................................................................26

7. Exit ......................................................................................................26

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1. OSD Language........................................................................................26

2. Audio Lang ............................................................................................26

3. Subtitle Lang.........................................................................................27

4. Menu Lang.............................................................................................27

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Precautions ................................................................................................27

Connections................................................................................................28

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WWAARRNNIINNGG::

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.

WHEN MOUNTED IN A MONITOR, DO

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CLOSE THE LCD SCREEN IF A MEMORY CARD HAS BEEN INSERTED INTO THE DVD PLAYER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE LCD PANEL TO BREAK OR LEAK FLUID (SEE ABOVE WARNING). REMOVE MEMORY CARD(S) BEFORE CLOSING SCREEN.

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During operation, if the unit should over-heat or malfunction, switch off the unit and see your

dealer. Do not disassemble the unit as there are no user-serviceable parts in this unit and the war-

ranty will be voided.

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Should there be a need to replace a blown fuse, turn off the unit and disconnect all power to

the player. Use only the correct rating fuse to avoid electrical damage to the unit.

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Only operate the DVD player as described in this guide. Attempts to use or modify this DVD

player contrary to the descriptions in this guide may cause damage and void the warranty.

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Extremes in temperature can cause abnormal display operation. The DVD player has an optimal

operating temperature range between 32–120 degrees Fahrenheit. If the vehicle interior is outside

this range, do NOT operate the DVD player until the temperature is within its operating range.

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Exposure to moisture or dust can cause harmful damage to the internal electronics. Do not

mount near cup holders or in areas where spills may occur.

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This DVD player is designed for use in vehicles with standard (-) 12 volt ground electrical sys-

tems.

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Do not operate for an extended period of time without the engine running or the vehicle’s bat-

tery voltage may drop to levels precluding engine starting.

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Keep unit away from equipment with strong magnets such as large loudspeakers.

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To prevent malfunction, do not play discs other than the ones listed below: DVD audio discs, CD-

ROMs, JPEGs, MP3s and DVDs with region numbers other than this player's region number.

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Thank you for your purchase of Directed’s removable and portable DVD player. Prior to operating this

unit, please fully read this instruction manual and retain it for future reference. This unit can be

used with many of our monitors to allow viewing of movies, digital photographs and for the enjoy-

ment of listening to music.

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The following items are included with your purchase:

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Do not spray this unit with water or cleaning solutions. Moisture and the chemicals found in cleaning

fluids could damage the consoles finish and interior electronics. A soft damp, lens cleaning cloth

should be used to wipe the screen. Do NOT use any type of scouring pad, abrasive cleaners, or solvents.

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Always handle the discs by the edge. Never touch the shiny side of the discs, as this can impair prop-

er playback.

Mount and dismount the discs with care not to damage or scratch the shiny side of the disc. This

will cause playback faults.

Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight.

After playing, store the disc back in its case.

To clean the disc, use a clean soft lint-free cloth and wipe the disc from the center out. Do not wipe

with a circular motion. Do not use any solvents.

z DVD Player z A/V Cable

z Remote Control z AC/DC Adaptor

RREEPPAAIIRRSS

If the DVD player stops working for any reason, discontinue use immediately and consult with your

retailer about any necessary repairs.

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Avoid installing the DVD player at a location, where it will be under direct sunlight or a hot air vent.

The operating temperature of the unit is from 32–120°F (0–50°C). Install the unit at a dry location,

where it is away from condensation.

Use only the correct cables during installation. Failure to do so may cause an electrical failure and

create a fire hazard.

NNOOTTEE::

If the internal temperature of the vehicle is higher than the normal operating temperature, please allow the vehicle to cool down (or warm up) prior to operating the unit.

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This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void

the user's authority to operate this device.

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Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and returned within 10 days of purchase.

Your product warranty will not be validated if your warranty registration is not returned. Make sure

you receive the warranty registration from your dealer. It is also necessary to keep your proof of pur-

chase, which reflects that the product was installed by an authorized dealer.

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The illustration below shows the DVD player mounted in a typical LCD monitor.

1. LOCK/UNLOCK—To dock or undock the DVD player.

2. OPEN—Press this button to open the access door to mount or dismount a disc.

3. AUDIO—Each press of this button accesses each audio track recorded on the DVD (multiple lan-

gauges, commentary, etc.)

4. MENU—Displays the menu on the DVD. Use the Up, Down, Left, and Right buttons to scroll

through the available selections. Use the Enter button to select.

5. UP—

6. DOWN—

7. LEFT—

8. RIGHT—

9. ENTER

10. PLAY/PAUSE—When pressed pauses the playback until pressed again.

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11. STOP—Halts playback. If the Play button is pressed the playback will continue from where

stopped. If the Stop button is pressed twice, playback will now start from the beginning.

WWAARRNNIINNGG::

DO NOT CLOSE THE LCD SCREEN IF A MEMORY CARD HAS BEEN INSERTED INTO THE DVD PLAYER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE LCD SCREEN TO BREAK OR LEAK FLUID. IF YOU SHOULD COME IN CONTACT WITH LEAKED FLUID, WASH THE AFFECTED AREA THOROUGHLY WITH WATER AND SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION. REMOVE ALL MEMORY CARDS BEFORE CLOSING THE LCD SCREEN.

12. MS Card—Memory Stick, allows playback of music, photographs, movies, etc.

13. SD Card—Secure Digital, allows playback of music, photographs, movies, etc.

14. CF Card—Compact Flash, allows playback of music, photographs, movies, etc.

NNOOTTEE::

To read from a memory card, there must not be mounted a DVD or CD in the player and the player door must be closed. Only 1 memory card can be inserted into the player at a time.

* These buttons are used to navigate through the menus on the screen and then use the Enter but-

ton to select the option.

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The illustration below shows the side of the DVD player when removed from the LCD monitor.

1. Electrical connector—This connector provides the electrical interface when mounted in the LCD

monitor.

2. VOL Control—Controls the volume to the phone jack output.

3. PHONE Jack—An optional headphone set can be connected here.

4. A/V OUT Jack—Audio/video output jack.

5. DC 12V Jack—Input power from the AC/DC converter.

6. IR Receiver—For receiving commands from the remote control.

VOL PHONE A/V OUT

DC 12V

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DDVVDD——MMEEMMOORRYY CCAARRDD MMOOUUNNTTIINNGG

Ensure that the memory cards are mounted with the logo side of the memory cards oriented with the

arrows as shown below:

WWAARRNNIINNGG::

DDVVDD PPllaayyeerr——IInnssttaallllaattiioonn

1. Ensure power to the monitor is off and that the ignition key is off.

2. Align the notches in the side of the player with the tabs in the sides of the monitor DVD mount-

ing area and slide the player into the monitor.

3. Slide the player towards the LCD screen until the lock/unlock button latches.

NNOOTTEE::

If the DVD player doesn’t power up correctly, remove the player (see instructions below) and then re-install.

Memory Stick

Logo

Side

Logo Side

Logo

Side

Secure Digital

Compact Flash

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Insert DVD Player and then slide down until unit locks.

Lock/Unlock

Button

Electrical

Connector

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1. While holding and supporting the DVD player.

2. Move and hold the lock/unlock button to the right.

3. Slide the player away from the screen and carefully remove.

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1. POWER (source) 28. ANGLE

2. IR (on/off) 29. SUBTITLE (on/off)

3. FM (on/off) 30. DOWN (Cursor)

4. Picture (PIP) (17” & 12” models only) 31. AUDIO

5-7. Numeric 32. ZOOM (2, 3, 4, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, OFF)

8. UP (display) 33. F.REV (Fast Reverse)

9-11. Numeric 34. PLAY/PAUSE

12. Console MENU 35. F.FWD (Fast Forward)

13-15. Numeric 36. SLOW

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16. DOWN (display) 37. BACK

17. MENU/PBC 38. STOP

18-19 Numeric 39. NEXT

20. Image (wide, zoom, full, normal) 40. REPEAT

21. TITLE 41. POWER (Tuner)*

22. UP (Cursor) 42. DSP (channel display)*

23. SETUP 43. TV/AV (selects Tuner or Aux input)*

24. MUTE (on/off) 44. DISPLAY

25. LEFT (Cursor) 45. CH+ (channel up)*

26. ENTER 46. CH- (channel down)*

27. RIGHT (Cursor) 47. AUTO (auto programming of TV channels)*

48. PROGRAM

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The remote will operate, through the monitor, and transmit commands to other compatible devices

attached to the AV1 or AV2 source at the switch-box. The IR signals are compatible with models

DV2602, DV2605 DVD players, and TV100 tuner.

NNOOTTEE::

Some remote buttons only function with the overhead monitors.

* These buttons are for use only with the TV tuner (model TV100).

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NNOOTTEE::

Before using remote after installation, remove the battery plastic protective slip.

1. Move the small latch to the right and slide out the battery holder.

2. Remove old battery and replace it with a new battery (CR2025) with the positive “+” sign facing

as shown above.

3. Push battery holder back into its compartment until it is locked.

PPRREECCAAUUTTIIOONNSS

1. Properly dispose of used battery.

2. Do not misuse battery by shorting the positive “+” and negative “-” terminal or put it into fire.

Overheating may cause the battery to explode and cause a fire hazard.

3. If the remote is not to be used for a long period, remove the battery from the remote to prevent

damage from battery leakage.

4. To avoid accidents, prevent children from playing with the battery.

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You can use single side and dual layer DVDs, VCDs, CD-audio and CD-R compatible 12cm discs with

this system.

NNOOTTEE::

When playing discs with the DVD player removed from the monitor, the player must be in a horizontal position.

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Latch

Remote Controller

+ side

Battery

Battery Holder

1. Press OPEN at the upper right corner to open the door.

2. Load with the recorded side (the shiny side) facing up. With double-sided discs, load with the

side you want to watch facing up. Ensure that the disc is seated properly before pushing tray back

into its locking position.

3. Push to close the door.

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1. Press OPEN at the upper right corner to open the door.

2. Remove the disc. (Avoid touching the recorded surface.)

3. Push to close the door, until you hear a click sound from the door mechanism.

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1. Press the remote control’s POWER button to turn on the unit’s power or the power button

on the monitor if the DVD player is mounted in the monitor.

2. Select video source (DVD).

NNOOTTEE::

If there is no disc in the DVD player, a “

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” message will be displayed

in the upper left corner of the screen.

3. Load a disc into the unit. The message “READ” will appear in the upper left corner of the

screen.

4. DVD playback commences.

NNOOTTEE::

The disc will start to play if there are no titles recorded on the disc. If one or more titles are recorded on the disc, a menu will appear on the LCD screen.

5. Press / / / on the remote (or their equivalent on the DVD player) to select the

preferred item or title from the menu.

6. Press the ENTER (on remote or DVD player) button, the selected item will now start playing.

7. To return to the menu screen, press the DVD MENU button.

8. After viewing completion, press the POWER button to put the unit into standby mode.

NNOOTTEE::

If the “WRONG REGION” message appears, it means that the corresponding

operation is prohibited either by the player or by the disc.

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1. Press the "

FFFF

" button during playback. Each time this button is pressed, the unit will go

into a rapid advance playback mode. This will be shown on the LCD, depending on the speed of the

playback selected.

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playback

FF 2X FF 4X FF 8X FF 20X PLAY

Press "

PPLLAAYY

" button, the speed will go back to standard.

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2. Press the “

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” button during playback. Each time this button is pressed, the unit will go

into a rapid reverse playback mode. This will be shown on the LCD, depending on the speed of the

playback selected.

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playback

FR 2X FR 4X FR 8X FR 20X PLAY

Press “

PPLLAAYY

” button, the speed will go back to standard.

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1. Press the "

NNEEXXTT

" button during playback.

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MP3/Audio CD The player will skip forward to the next track each time the button is pressed. "NEXT" will be displayed on the LCD screen.

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DVD The player will skip forward to the next title/chapter each time the button is pressed.

2. Press the "PREV" button during playback.

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MP3/Audio CD The player will skip to the beginning of the previous track each time the button is pressed. "

PPRREEVVIIOOUUSS

" will be displayed on the LCD screen.

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DVD The player will skip to the beginning of the previous chapter each time the button is pressed.

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE ((DDVVDD//MMPP33//CCDD))

1. Press the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button, during playback. "PAUSE" will display on the LCD. The play-

er is placed in the pause mode.

2. Press the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button again. "PLAY" will momentarily display on the LCD. The

player returns to normal playback.

SSTTOOPP ((DDVVDD//MMPP33//CCDD))

1. During playback, when the "

SSTTOOPP

" button is pressed,the playback will stop. “PRE STOP” will

display on the LCD. Press the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button to continue playback from the point where

the "

SSTTOOPP

" button was pressed.

2. During playback, if the "

SSTTOOPP

" button is pressed twice. "STOP" will display on the LCD. Press

the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button to resume playback from the beginning.

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Selecting tracks or chapters can be accomplished by either using the remote or front mounted con-

trols. These controls allow the operator to skip over undesirable tracks or repeat a particular track.

When playing a DVD, press the numeric buttons on the menu or title page to select tracks. During

DVD playback, you can input the desired title number directly.

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Place a MP3, or JPEG disc or memory card into the DVD player. The player will search the media for

the saved directories and files. It will automatically go to the first directory saved and play or dis-

play the first file in that directory.

By using the arrow and ENTER buttons on the DVD player or the remote you can navigate and select

the directories (left side of the screen), or the file (right side of the screen).

When the disc or memory card contains JPEGs press the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button to present these

in slide show mode (displays each JPEG for a few seconds before advancing to the next JPEG). Press

the "

PPLLAAYY//PPAAUUSSEE

" button to pause the slide show at a photograph of interest. Use the arrow

buttons / / / on the remote (or their equivalent on the DVD player) to change the

orientation of the photograph. Pressing the PROGRAM button on the remote as the slide show is

being presented will change the “wipe” as each JPEG is displayed (there are 16 choices to from,

including RANDOM and NONE [off]).

The bottom of the screen will display the contents of the media - music , camera , video

icons. For example if a memory stick contains MP3 and JPEG files but does not contain any video

files, the music and camera icons will appear white, but the video icon will appear dark. If a

file is playing or displaying, the icon associated with that file will turn RED.

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Press the PROGRAM button on the remote to display the Track (T)/Chapter (C) programming menu

screen. This allows you to selected those items on a DVD, MP3, or JPEG that you wish to view or lis-

ten. Use the arrow navigation keys on the remote to enter the Track and Chapter numbers, and then

navigate down to PLAY and press the ENTER button on the remote control.

The program will be retained only as long as power is on to the DVD player or the disk or memory

stick that is being programmed is mounted in the system.

For MP3 or JPEG files the Track corresponds to the folder and the Chapter corresponds to the play

or viewing selection(s) desired within that folder.

For SVCD, VCD, or CD the programming menu below displays. These formats do not have Track and

Chapter.

PROG T C T C T C T C 1

--:--

5 6 7 8

--:--

10 11 12

--:--

13 14 15 16

--:--

PLAY CLEAR

PROG

1 [--]

--]

2 [ 3 [

--]

4 [--]

5 [--] 6 [--] 7 [--] 8 [--]

9 [--] 10 [--] 11 [--] 12 [--]

13 [--] 14 [--] 15 [--] 16 [--]

PLAY CLEAR

AADDVVAANNCCEEDD PPLLAAYYBBAACCKK ((DDVVDD//MMPP33//CCDD))

RREEPPEEAATT MMOODDEE

■

MP3/Audio CD

When the “

RREEPPEEAATT

” button is pressed: REP ONE = The current track will be repeated. FOLDER REP = The current folder will be repeated. FOLDER = All the folders will be repeated.

■

DVD

When the “

RREEPPEEAATT

” button is pressed: CHAPTER REPEAT = The current chapter will be repeated. TITLE REPEAT = After the DVD plays, the current title menu will be displayed. REPEAT OFF = The repeat mode will be switched off.

CCAAMMEERRAA AANNGGLLEE ((DDVVDD))

Some DVD discs may contain scenes, which have more than one viewing angle. For these discs, a

projector icon will display in the upper left corner of the screen. The same scene can be viewed

from a different angle by using the "

AANNGGLLEE

" button.

1. During DVD playback, press the "

AANNGGLLEE

" button. A icon along with “x/y” will appear. “x” represents the current camera angle, and “y” represents the total number available camera angles.

2. Press the "ANGLE" button until the preferred viewing angle is selected. The ANGLE selection will cycle through all available camera angles.

NNOOTTEE::

This function will only work on discs where multiple camera angles have

been recorded.

AAUUDDIIOO FFUUNNCCTTIIOONN ((DDVVDD))

During DVD playback, press the AUDIO button. An audio icon will appear, along with the language

presently playing. Each press of the AUDIO button will cycle the DVD through each language available.

NNOOTTEE::

The audio function works only for discs that have multiple audio soundtracks.

SSUUBBTTIITTLLEE ((DDVVDD))

You may change the subtitle language from the one selected at the initial playback setting to a dif-

ferent language, if available.

During DVD playback, press the "SUBTITLE" button. A screen icon will appear along with

the status/language to be displayed. Each press of the "SUBTITLE" button will cycle to the next

available subtitle language, and then back to off.

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Using the setup menus, you can do the initial setup, adjust the picture quality, and set the various

outputs. You can also set a language for the on-screen display.

1. Press the SETUP button on the remote to display the "Setup System". It will allow you to mod-

ify some of the player's basic settings. While using the setup screens disk play will auto pause.

2. Select one of the two main groupings of setups, SYSTEM, or LANGUAGE. Then press the ENTER

button.

To Cancel using Setup, press the SETUP button on the remote.

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(A) Press the SETUP button on the remote, the setup menu will appear as shown below.

(B) Press the / arrow buttons to highlight the icon

of the desired page, then press the or arrow button

to activate that page; For example, if you want to setup the

video page, press to highlight the video icon, the video

page will be displayed on the screen as shown on the right.

Press Enter or press to select, the choices of that option

appear on the right.

(D) Press the Arrow buttons to highlight the Exit Setup

option, then press Enter or Setup again to exit Setup Menu.

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According to the Color System of the TV, you can choose the

TV System.

NTSC: Choose this settings if your DVD player is connected to

a NTSC TV.

PAL: Choose this settings if your DVD player is connected to

a PAL TV.

AUTO: Choose this settings if your DVD player is connected

to a multi-system TV.

NNOOTTEE::

If a DVD that is recorded in PAL is inserted while the set-up menu has NTSC selected, it will automatically go to AUTO and play PAL, and return to NTSC when the DVD is finished playing. If this setting is set to AUTO the picture will flicker, roll, as the system determines what format DVD has been inserted and then settle into the correct display mode for that DVD.

22.. SSCCRREEEENN SSAAVVEERR

ON: Choose this setting to activate the screen saver.

OFF: Choose this setting to cancel the screen saver.

33.. TTVV TTYYPPEE

4 : 3 PS (Pan & Scan): Choosing this setting if your DVD

player is connected to a normal ratio TV. You can fill the

movie to the entire screen of your TV. This might mean that

parts of the picture (the left and right edges) won't be seen.

4 : 3 LB (Letter Box): Choosing this setting if your DVD play-

er is connected to a normal ratio TV. You'll see the movies in

their original aspect ratio (height-to-width ratio). You'll see

the entire frame of the movie, but it will take up a smaller portion of the screen vertically. The movie

might appear with black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.

16 : 9 (Wide Screen): Choose this setting if your DVD player is connected to a wide screen TV.

44.. PPAASSSSWWOORRDD

The password option is initialized locked, and you cannot set

the ratings limit or change the password. In order for the

Ratings feature work, the password mode must be turned on

(the lock icon will be locked ). If you want to access and

set the ratings limit, you will need to first enter the password,

(factory default is 1234), and then press Enter to confirm (the

lock icon will be unlocked ). To change the password, you

will be prompted for the old password, and then be prompted

for a new password. Ensure that the new password is record-

ed for future use.

55.. RRAATTIINNGG ((PPAARREENNTTAALL SSEETTTTIINNGGSS))

The Rating setting is a rating viewing limit system. It works

with DVD discs that have been assigned a rating. This helps

you control the DVDs that your family watches.

There are 6 rating options, these are: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17,

and ALL. Select level ALL to view all DVDs. The factory default

setting is ALL.

NNOOTTEE::

If the password option is locked, you cannot set the ratings limit. The rating limit does not work if the password option is unlocked. Refer to the Password discussion above.

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1 G

2 PG

3 PG -13 4 R 5 NC -17 6 ALL

66.. DDEEFFAAUULLTT

Choose this option to reset all the setup options (except for

password and rating setting) to default settings.

77.. EEXXIITT

Choose this option to exit the setup options.

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The language setup options are listed below:

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The OSD (On Screen Display) Language Menu allows the user to sel-

ect the language for the on-screen display. Highlight the OSD

LANGUAGE option, and press the Arrow buttons to choose the

OSD language you prefer. The user can select English, Chinese,

German, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

22.. AAUUDDIIOO LLAANNGG

The Audio Lang Menu allows the user to select the language

for the disc. Highlight the AUDIO LANG option, and press the

Arrow buttons to choose the audio language you prefer. Press

Enter to confirm. You can select English, Japan, French,

Spanish, Portuguese, Latin, German or Chinese.

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SCREEN SAVER

33.. SSUUBBTTIITTLLEE LLAANNGG

The Subtitle Lang Menu allows the user to select the lang-

uage for the subtitle of disc. Highlight the SUBTITLE LANG

option, and press the Arrow buttons to choose the subtitle

language you prefer. Press Enter to confirm. You can select

English, Japan, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin, German

and Chinese.

44.. MMEENNUU LLAANNGG

The Menu Lang allows the user to select the language for the

menu. Highlight the MENU LANG option, and press the Arrow

buttons to choose the menu language you prefer. Press Enter

to confirm. You can select English, Japan, French, Spanish,

Portuguese, Latin, German or Chinese.

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

4. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery terminal prior to connecting the unit to the elec-

trical system.

NNOOTTEE::

Head units with security codes will have to be reset after battery power is

restored.

6. Use proper connectors and insulation to prevent electrical damage to the unit.

8. Only supplied accessories should be used to avoid damage to the unit during installation.

CCOONNNNEECCTTIIOONNSS

1. Phone—Connection for optional headphones.

2. A/V Out—Audio/Visual output to user provided television set or other monitoring device. The

connections to the TV set or other device are listed below.

3. DC 12V—Connection for output from AC/DC adapter.

Yellow Video output

Red Audio—right channel

While Audio—left channel

VOL PHONE A/V OUT

DC 12V

12 3

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NNoo PPiiccttuurree

Press the POWER (source) button (or the button on the remote) to make sure the DVD player

is on.

If the DVD menu appears, check the source unit.

If no DVD menu appears, check all fuses and power connections to the model. Inspect the connect-

ing cables for any fraying or breakage.

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The DVD player is in pause, slow motion, fast forward, or fast reverse mode. Place player in play

mode.

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Check that the T.V. type setting is correct for the monitors and DVDs being used. PAL video often

rolls on NTSC monitors.

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Change the TV display mode to "WIDE" in the DVD player's setup menu. After changing this setting,

if there are still black bars, press the MODE button on the remote control.

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Change the TV display mode to "Wide".

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Are there obstacles obstructing the view between the monitor and the remote.

The distance between the remote and monitor is too great.

The remote is not being pointed at the IR receiver on the DVD player.

The batteries in the remote are weak.

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Parental code is set lower than than allowed by the DVD mounted.

Ensure the disk is mounted in the player with the correct orientation (shiny side up).

The disk is warped.

The player cannot play certain formats (see the beginning of this manual).

The region code on the DVD does not match the player.

Moisture condensation has occurred within the player. Leave the unit on and the disc access cover

open and try again after about 30 minutes.

The disc has not been properly finalized (formatted) when recorded. Refer to your manual that came

with your disc authoring equipment.

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NNOOTTEE::

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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Laser Semiconductor laser

Signal Formats NTSC, PAL

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Frequency Response

DVD Video (PCM@ 96kHz) 20 Hz - 40 kHz ± 1dB

DVD Video (PCM@ 48kHz) 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 1dB

CD 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 1dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 90dB

Harmonic Distortion 0.01%

Dynamic Range

DVD Video 95dB

CD 95dB

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Audio (phono jacks) 2 Vrms

Video (phono jack) 1 V p-p @75 ohms

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Power Requirements 14.4 VDC, 1.75 amps

Power Consumption 25.2 watts

Dimensions

195 mm x 28 mm x 152 mm (length/height/width)

7.7 in. x 1.1 in. x 6.0 in. (length/height/width)

Mass 0.57 kg 1.25 lbs

Operating Temperature 0°–50°C 32°–120°F

Operating Humidity 10% to 90%

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Vista, CA 92081

www.directed.com

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