Directed Video HVM580 User Manual

Widescreen Headrest

Monitor

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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. T o 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 purchase 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, use of a faulty tape cartridge or cleaning of the VCR head, 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.

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Non-Transferable Limited ONE YEAR Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

What is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation—Pedestal Mount (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Installation—Seat Head Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Electrical Connections—General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Electrical Connections—Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Monitor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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1. Before operating your LCD Monitor system, please read these instructions carefully.

2. Retain this manual for future reference.

3. Do not remove any WARNING stickers on the unit.

4. Do not use any chemical solvent, cleaning agent or corrosive detergent to clean away dirt on the surface of the screen. Doing so may cause irreversible damage to the surface of the LCD screen. To clean off dirt or fingerprints, it is recommended that a soft-damp lens-cleaning cloth be used.

5. Using spare parts from another manufacturer may cause permanent damage to the unit.

6. Avoid installing the monitor screen in a position that is exposed to direct sunlight and hot air vents.

7. Install the unit in a dry location, avoid condensation.

8. Ensure that all wiring is properly connected before operating the unit.

9. Should the LCD panel break, avoid contact with the broken glass or fluid leaking out from the enclosure. If you come into contact, flush and clean the affected areas with plenty of water. Seek medical attention immediately.

10. When operating the monitor, avoid touching or pressing on the LCD screen. Excessive force will damage the LCD screen.

11. When installing this unit in a vehicle, ensure that the installation and use of this unit is in compliance with local vehicle rules and regulations.

12. Before replacing a blown fuse, turn the unit off and disconnect all power. Ensure the replacement fuse is of the same rating (5A) of the fuse being replaced.

13. If during operation the unit overheats or malfunctions, turn off the power and contact your dealer. Do NOT disassemble the unit, there are no user serviceable parts in the unit.

14. The battery (CR2025) in the remote control has a useful lifetime of approximately 6-months. To ensure proper and reliable operation, replace the battery in a timely manner.

15. The rated operating temperature range of the unit is 32º–92º F. Cool or warm the vehicle to within this temperature range prior to unit operation.

16. The picture viewing quality of this LCD is dependent on the installed location. Adjust the brightness control and/or the angle of the screen to achieve the optimum visual quality.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest video entertainment system. At Directed we are committed to bringing you the most technologically advanced products available. We are pleased that you chose a Directed Video product. Through years of critical testing and hand craftsmanship, we have created a wide range of video entertainment products for your viewing pleasure.

This system incorporates the use of on screen display menu controls that allows you to configure the system to suit your own personal preferences.

To view other great products from Directed Electronics, please visit the Directed Video page at www.directed.com.

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1 5.8” Monitor HVM580

1 AD-6865 Interconnection Box

1 Din connector interface cable 1.2m

1 Power Cable (4-conductor)

1 Instruction Manual

1 Remote Control (with CR2025 battery)

1 Mounting Shroud

4 Mounting Screws

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