dedicated to the design and production of vehicles which meet
the expectations of the world’s most discerning purchasers.
This handbook forms part of the owner literature supplied with
your vehicle. It is designed to complement the relevant features
and systems of the vehicle, and make them easy to understand
and operate.
The information contained in this handbook applies to a range
of vehicles and not to a specific vehicle. For the specification of
a particular vehicle, owners should consult their Jaguar Dealer.
The manufacturer reserves the right to vary its specifications
with or without notice, and at such times and in such manner as
it thinks fit. Major as well as minor changes may be involved in
accordance with the Manufacturer’s policy of constant product
improvement.
Published September 2002 by Technical Service and Communications Jaguar Cars Limited Publication Part No. JJM 18 46 21/30
To cover changes, it is sometimes necessary to issue one or
more handbook supplements. When reading this handbook,
check the owner literature for possible supplements.
For full details of the owner literature originally supplied with
the vehicle, owners should consult their Jaguar Dealer.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any
form, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or other
means without prior written permission from the
Service Division of Jaguar Cars Limited.
A comprehensive index is located at the back of this Handbook.
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1Introduction
Introduction1-1
Introduction
The Rear Multimedia System fitted to your Jaguar has been
designed to provide rear seat passengers with a range of
entertainment and communications options. The options
available to the rear passengers will vary according to the level
of equipment fitted to the vehicle. The Rear Multimedia System
switchpack can control the following units:
• Audio (Cassette/CD/MiniDisc/Tuner/CDC – where fitted).
• DVD (where fitted).
• Auxiliary equipment (connected through AUX 1 and 2).
Although most of the Rear Multimedia System operation is
intuitive, it is recommended that both front and rear seat
occupants take the time to read this Rear Multimedia
Handbook, in addition to the other related handbooks.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Take particular note of WARNINGS, Cautions, and Notes
given throughout this handbook.
!
WARNING:
A warning is a procedure which must be followed
precisely to help avoid the risk of personal injury.
Caution: A caution is a procedure which must be
followed precisely to reduce the possibility of damage to
the vehicle and resultant risk of personal injury or
inconvenience.
Note: A note is a procedure which will help avoid difficulties in
the operation of the vehicle.
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1-2Introduction
System components
Switchpack
The switchpack fitted within the rear arm rest forms the main
control centre for the Rear Multimedia System and is used to
operate all of the system functions.
Audio system
The audio system head unit is mounted in the centre of the
fascia. All of the audio system functions controlled from the rear
are operated using the switchpack mounted within the rear arm
rest.
For full instruction on the audio system fitted to your vehicle,
it is recommended that you read the dedicated Audio System
Handbook or Touch-screen Handbook (where fitted).
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Video Display Screens (where fitted)
Where fitted the two Video Display Screens are mounted in the
rear of the front seat head rests. The Video Display Screens can
be used to view DVD movies (where DVD player is fitted),
navigation system information (where fitted), and any video
signal supplied through the external AV connectors (AUX 1 & 2).
Caution: When rear seat passengers are entering or
leaving the vehicle it is important that they do not hold
the head rest to ease entry/exit. This may damage the
Video Display Screens.
1. The Video Display Screens fitted to the rear of the front
seat head restraints are NOT touch-screens.
Avoid contact with the screen wherever possible.
2. Only clean the screens using the Jaguar approved
cleaning materials available from your Jaguar Dealer.
Introduction1-3
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1-4Introduction
DVD player (where fitted)
The DVD player is mounted within the luggage compartment on
the left-hand side. It is mounted with the CD changer and
navigation system CD unit (where fitted).
Note: 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 technology 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.
!
WARNING:
You should ensure that when children have access to the
Rear Multimedia System they are supervised at all times
and only view/listen to media suitable for their age group.
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2System operation – Audio
Switchpack
System operation – Audio2-1
The Audio functions are operated using the highlighted buttons:
1.Switchpack Display Screen.
2.Select left headphones as priority.
3.Select cabin mode or mute/demute rear speakers.
4.Select right headphones as priority.
5.Power On/Off and volume control.
6.Skip/seek down and reverse/rewind.
7.Skip/seek up and forward/fast forward.
8.Change cassettes direction of play.
9.Right passenger headphone socket.
10. 12-digit numerical keypad.
11. Left passenger headphone socket.
12. Audio source select.
13. Bass, Treble and Balance options.
14. Power On/Off and volume control.
The switchpack fitted within the rear arm rest forms the main
control centre for the Rear Multimedia System.
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2-2System operation – Audio
Switching on
To switch on the Rear Multimedia System ensure that the
ignition is switched to position I or II, then press either the
left (14) or right (5) rotary control (refer to switchpack
illustration on page 2 - 1).
Note: If after switching on SYSTEM LOCKED is displayed on
the switchpack display screen, the Rear Multimedia System has
been locke d from the au dio head uni t al l owing co ntrol on ly from
the front. Please refer to the Audio System Handbook for
information on locking/unlocking.
Control priority
Operation of the various functions listed later in this chapter are
affected by your choice of output priority. To make changes to
the audio system as a whole first, press the button to select
cabin mode and change the settings for the entire cabin.
To change the audio settings for the left or right rear passenger
headphones (where fitted) first, press either the or
button. The headphone sockets are shown as 11 and 9 on
the switchpack illustration, page 2-1. The area that will be
affected by your choice of volume level is indicated by the
Red light illuminated on the chosen switch.
Audio source
Select the desired audio source using the button.
Press the button repeatedly in short presses until the
desired source is shown on the switchpack display screen.
You will be able to select from tuner (AM/FM), CD, cassette, and
MiniDisc (depending on which option has been fitted),
CD changer (where fitted) as well as the DVD player or auxiliary
inputs.
Volume
Rotate the rotary volume control (shown as 5 and 14 on the
switchpack illustration, page 2-1) to select the desired volume
level which will be shown on the switchpack display screen.
When in cabin mode using either volume control will increase/
decrease the volume level. With headphones connected (where
fitted) the left and right volume controls will alter the volume
for the left and right headphones.
Caution: Ensure that the volume level is moderate when
using headphones, as excessive volume levels can cause
hearing damage.
Mute
To mute audio press the button.
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System operation – Audio2-3
Balance and Tone
To refine the selected sound source, press the button to
scroll through bass, treble and balance options whilst using the
optional headphones. When listening to the selected sound
source through the cabin speakers you can scroll through the
additional options for adjusting Fade, SUB and DSP.
The adjustment mode will be displayed on the switchpack
display screen and can then be adjusted by turning the volume
control knob up or down.
Further information on these settings and their effects can be
found in the Audio System or Touch-screen Handbook.
Tuner controls
Band selection
To select the required band (AM, FM), press the button
repeatedly in short presses until the desired band is displayed.
Note: Only one band can be selected for all audio outputs.
It is not possible to select different bands for the front and rear.
Preset station selection
To select a preset station press and release the desired preset
number on the numerical keypad (shown as 10 on the
switchpack illustration, page 2-1). The system can recall up to
nine stations for FM and nine stations for AM.
Note: Storing frequencies can only be carried out from the head
unit, please refer to the Audio System Handbook for further
information.
Manual tuning
To manually tune to a station, press and hold either the
button or to seek up or down to the next available
station.
RDBS
The settings and control of RDBS are accessed from the audio
head unit. Please refer to the Audio System or Touch-screen
Handbook for further information.
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2-4System operation – Audio
Cassette tape
Playing/stopping a Cassette tape
Ensure that a cassette tape has been inserted into the head unit.
Once a cassette tape has been inserted, press the button
repeatedly until TAPE is selected. Once selected the tape will
play automatically.
To stop playing the tape select another audio source.
Fast forward/rewind
Whilst the tape is playing, press and hold the button to fast
forward, and the button to rewind.
Scan (skip) up and down
To scan (skip) forward to the next track, press and release the
button. To scan (skip) back to the previous track, press and
release the button. Multiple presses will scan (skip) the
corresponding number of tracks (to a maximum of nine).
Changing direction of play
To change the direction of play (play opposite side of tape)
during play, press and release the button.
Note: When the tape reaches the end of the current side it will
automatically change to the other side and recommence playing.
Eject and Dolby functions
The eject and Dolby functions cannot be controlled from the
switchpack. Please refer to the Audio System or Touch-screen
Handbook for more information on these functions.
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System operation – Audio2-5
CD, MiniDisc and CD changer (where fitted)
Playing/stopping a CD or MiniDisc
Ensure that your CD, MiniDisc or CD changer magazine is
correctly inserted. For more information please refer to the
Audio System or Touch-screen Handbook.
Once the CD, MiniDisc or CD changer magazine has been
inserted, press the button repeatedly until CD, MD
or CDC (as required) is selected. Once selected the chosen disc
will play automatically.
To stop playing the disc select another audio source.
Fast forward/rewind
Whilst the disc is playing, press and hold the button to fast
forward, and the button to rewind.
Track up and down
To move forward to the next track, press and release the
button. To move back to the previous track, press and
release the button.
Random track and repeat functions
It is not possible to select or cancel the random track select or
repeat functions via the switchpack. Random track select and/or
repeat must be set/cancelled via the audio head unit, please
refer to the Audio System or Touch-screen Handbook for further
information.
CD changer random disc and disc repeat functions
It is not possible to select or cancel the random disc select or
disc repeat functions via the switchpack. Random disc select
and disc repeat must be set/cancelled via the audio head unit,
please refer to the Audio System or Touch-screen Handbook for
further information.
Note: If another disc is manually selected random disc select
will be cancelled.
CD changer direct disc select
When in CDC mode to manually change to another CD from
those inserted in the CD changer input the desired disc number
using the numerical keypad (shown as 10 on the switchpack
illustration, page 2 -1).
Eject
It is not possible to eject a CD, MiniDisc or CD changer cassette
via the switchpack.
Pause
It is not possible to pause a CD or MiniDisc manually via the
switchpack.
Audio system
Note: For further information and explanation of the subjects
covered in this chapter it is recommended that you read the
Audio System or Touch-screen Handbook.
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3System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)
System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)3-1
Switchpack
The DVD functions are operated using the highlighted buttons:
1.Switchpack Display Screen.
2.Select left screen/headphones as priority.
3.Select cabin mode or mute/demute rear speakers.
4.Select right screen/headphones as priority.
5.Power On/Off and volume control.
6.Skip/seek down and reverse/rewind.
7.Skip/seek up and forward/fast forward.
8.Select video source.
9.Switch between PAL and NTSC formats.
10. Right passenger headphone socket.
11. 12-digit numerical keypad.
12. Left passenger headphone socket.
13. Power On/Off and volume control.
The switchpack fitted within the rear arm rest forms the main
control centre for the Rear Multimedia System.
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3-2System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)
Switching on
To switch on the Rear Multimedia System ensure that the
ignition is switched to position I or II, then press either the
left (13) or right (5) rotary control (refer to switchpack
illustration on page 3 - 1).
Note: If after switching on SYSTEM LOCKED is displayed on
the switchpack display screen, the Rear Multimedia System has
been locke d from the au dio head uni t al l owing co ntrol o nly fro m
the front. Please refer to the Audio System or Touch-screen
Handbook for information on locking/unlocking.
Caution: When rear seat passengers are entering or
leaving the vehicle it is important that they do not hold
the head rest to ease entry/exit. This may damage the
Video Display Screens.
1. The Video Display Screens fitted to the rear of the front
seat head restraints are NOT touch-screens.
Avoid contact with the screen wherever possible.
2. It is not possible to remove the front seat head
restraints from the seat assembly.
3. Only clean the screens using the Jaguar approved
cleaning materials available from your Jaguar Dealer.
1. Power On/Off (LCD screen).
2. Select on-screen menu (for display options).
3. Decrease/left. Used to navigate on-screen menu (for display
options).
4. Increase/right. Used to navigate on-screen menu (for display
options).
5. Video Display Screen.
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System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)3-3
Video Display Screens
In order to view any video source it is necessary to switch on the
screen or screens as required. To do this press the button.
Note: If the ignition is switched off, or the engine cranked
(ignition position III) whilst the Video Display Screens are in use
they will switch off automatically. To continue viewing once the
ignition switch is returned to position II it will be necessary to
switch the Video Display Screen back on using the button.
Once a picture is displayed (see following information), press
and hold the button to display the on-screen menu.
From this menu you will be able to adjust such settings as the
brightness and contrast by using the and the buttons
to navigate and alter the settings.
Note: It is re commended that the setting AUTO should be used
for each of the options. If a setting is chosen manually ensure
that it is reset to AUTO once the current session is finished.
Video source selection
Before selecting the desired video source you must select
or. If the system is already in cabin mode, or the
button is pressed, SELECT L/R will be shown on the
switchpack display. To listen to the audio for the video source
selected it will be necessary to connect the headphones (using
the connectors shown as 10 and 12 on the switchpack
illustration, page 3 -1).
Once the source and settings have been made for the first side
chosen (left or right), the same procedure must be followed for
the other side, if required.
To select a video source, press the button momentarily.
Press repeatedly to scroll through the options (DVD, Aux1,
Aux2) depending on the options fitted to your vehicle.
Once the required video source is shown on the switchpack
display there will be a short delay before the audio signal is
heard.
Note: It is possible to select an alternative audio source to that
which accompanies the video source.
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3-4System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)
DVD player (where fitted)
Note: The DVD player will play 8 cm or 12 cm DVDs,
Video CDs (VCDs) and audio CDs. Video CDs (VCDs) will have
less options available from their menus.
Disc Region Codes
Most discs are coded to allow them to play only in the region in
which they are sold. Some are coded to allow them to play in
any region. Consult the information/packaging of your DVD/
VCD disc to check for region encoding.
Note: The DVD player fitted to your Jaguar vehicle will only play
discs marked with the region code for the area in which your
vehicle was purchased, or discs coded for all regions.
Use the table below to identify the region code that applies to
your area.
Note: It is not possible to play discs marked with region codes 3,
5 or 6.
Region
Code
1Canada, United States and United States Territories
0All regions
Regions
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System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)3-5
Inserting/ejecting a DVD/VCD
Before playing a movie it will be necessary to switch the ignition
to position I or II, and insert a DVD/VCD into the DVD player
located in the luggage compartment.
To insert a DVD/VCD select DVD as the video source and insert
the DVD/VCD into the DVD player with the label facing
upwards.
To eject a DVD/VCD select DVD as the video source and eject
the DVD/VCD from the DVD player.
To insert or eject a DVD/VCD if DVD is not selected as the video
source it will be necessary to open the flap covering the
insertion slot on the DVD player. If the flap is already open it
will be necessary to first close the flap, and then open it.
Note: When ejecting a disc there will be a delay (typically up to
10 seconds) before the disc is released. The length of the delay
will depend upon the DVD players current status.
Caution: Do not use force to insert a disc into the
DVD player. The player will automatically draw in the
disc unless a disc is already loaded or a fault has occurred.
1. Ensure that any disc inserted into the DVD player is
clean.
2. Do not expose the DVD player to moisture.
3. D o no t place any device e m i t t i ng a magnetic fiel d ne a r
to the DVD player.
4. Do not insert any object other than the recommended
discs into the DVD player for any reason.
Additional numerical keypad functions
1.Display ‘on-screen’ menu.
2.Menu navigation ‘up’.
3.Depending on disc format, displays TITLE menu.
4.Menu navigation ‘left’.
5.Select/enter highlighted option.
6.Menu navigation ‘right’.
7.Returns to previous display/choice.
8.Menu navigation ‘down’.
9.Switches viewing angle (depending on disc format).
10. Displays ‘chapter’ or ‘title’ selection menus.
11. Stops movie play.
12. Starts movie play.
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3-6System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)
Playing a DVD
Starting and stopping a movie
Once DVD has been selected as the video source and a DVD has
been inserted into the DVD player, press the button to
start the movie.
Note: Some discs may play automatically upon insertion.
To stop the movie, press and release the button and
PRE-STOP will be displayed. Provided that the DVD is not
ejected, the switchpack turned off, or the ignition switched off,
when the button is pressed the movie will recommence
from the position at which it was stopped.
If you wish to stop the movie completely, press the button
a second time when in PRE-STOP.
Note: The pre-stop function cannot be used for DVDs and VCDs
with Playback Control (PBC). For DVDs and VCDs with Playback
Control (PBC) when the button is pressed the menu will
appear.
Menus
Note:
1. Some DVDs and VCDs movies with Playback Control (PBC)
will display an ‘on-screen’ menu automatically as soon as
DVD is selected if a DVD is already in the DVD player.
If DVD has been selected but no DVD inserted then the
menu may appear upon insertion of the DVD.To display the
‘on-screen’ menu manually, press the button.
2. DVD status and menus will be displayed on the Video Display
Screen/s and not on the switchpack display.
Navigating menus
Once the ‘on-screen’ menu is displayed, to navigate the menu
options, press and release thebutton to move up,
thebutton to move down, thebutton to move left,
thebutton to move right, and thebutton to select/
enter the highlighted option.
Note:
1. The numeric keypad (shown as 11 on the switchpack
illustration, page 3 -1) cannot be used to input numbers
whilst in the DVD menu.
2. Some discs may not allow access to menus at certain points
during play. If this happens the symbol will be displayed.
Normal play will resume after a few seconds.
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System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)3-7
Functions available during a movie
Fast forward/reverse
During a movie press and hold the button to fast forward
and the button to fast reverse. During fast forward/reverse
no sound or subtitles are available.
Note: If the DVD or VCD has Playback Control (PBC) the menu
screen may appear during fast forward/reverse.
Chapter/track up and down
During a movie, press and release the button to move
forward to the next chapter/track, and the button to move
back to the preceding chapter/track.
Navigating by title, chapter, time, or track number
To view the movie from a specific title number, press and
release the button. From the ‘on-screen’ menu,
select TITLE and input the number of the required title by
pressing and holding each number required until the correct
number is displayed. Press the button to start playing the
movie from the selected title number.
To view the movie from a specific chapter number or time,
press and release the button. From the ‘on-screen’ menu
select CHAPTER or TIME and input the number of the required
chapter by pressing and holding each number required until the
correct number or time is displayed. Press the button to
start playing the movie from the selected chapter number or
time.
If playing a VCD (Video CD), to view the movie from a specific
track number, press and release the button. From the
‘on-screen’ menu select TRACK and input the number of the
required track by pressing and holding each number required
until the correct number is displayed. Press the button to
start playing the movie from the selected track number.
Note:
1. You can only navigate in this way through discs on which
title, chapter or track numbers have been recorded.
2. You cannot search by track number when viewing a VCD that
has Playback Control (PBC) enabled.
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3-8System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)
Multiple angle views
Some DVDs are recorded from more than one angle allowing
the viewer to switch between angles whilst viewing.
To switch between angles, press and release the button.
The angle of view will change each time you press and release
the button.
Depending on the type of disc the transition between views will
either be ‘seamless’ where the change happens smoothly,
or ‘non-seamless’ where a still picture is displayed followed by
the new viewing angle.
Note: There may be a delay whilst changing view angles.
Subtitles
To show/hide the on-screen subtitles simultaneously, press and
release the button and the button.
Picture format
The DVD player is capable of playing DVDs or VCDs recorded in
either PAL or NTSC formats.
To switch between formats press and hold the button.
Note: If t he incorrect format has been selected VIDEO SYSTEM
SIGNAL IS NOT CORRECT will be displayed.
Viewing preferences
The factory default settings for the following options can be
changed by pressing and releasing the button to enter the
menu, and pressing and releasing the button to move up,
thebutton to move down, thebutton to move left,
thebutton to move right, and thebutton to select/
enter the highlighted option.
Language
The language used for audio output, subtitles and menus.
The factory default settings are, Audio-Original, Subtitles-Auto,
Menu-Auto.
Video Display Screen size
The screen aspect ratio can be selected from 4:3 Letterbox,
4:3 Pan Scan and 16:9 Widescreen. The default setting is 16:9.
Country Code
Set prior to leaving the factory for the regional default value.
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System operation – DVD/VCD player (where fitted)3-9
Rating Level
This setting will restrict the movies viewable to rear passengers
based on the censors age restrictions for the DVD or VCD.
The default is set to OFF, if you require a censorship level enter
the menu and chose the appropriate level.
Note: For further information on the country code and rating
levels that are used in your area please consult the information
supplied with your movie, or the movie vendor.
!
WARNING:
You should ensure that when children have access to the
Rear Multimedia System they are supervised at all times
and only view/listen to media suitable for their age group.
Down Sampling
This option is set to default ON, changing the setting to OFF
will have no effect on the high output quality.
Digital Out
This option is set to default AUTO, changing the setting will
have no effect on the high output quality.
LED indicator
This option will allow the indicator LEDs on the front panel of
the DVD player to be switched on or off. The default setting
is ON.
Custom Set Up
Within custom set up you will be able to turn ON or OFF the
CLOSED CAPTION function. CLOSED CAPTION displays a
scene description on the Video Display Screens for the hard of
hearing.
Note:
1. CLOSED CAPTION describes background noise and should
not be confused with subtitles which display dialogue.
2. 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 technology 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.
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4System operation – Auxiliary Inputs
Switchpack
System operation – Auxiliary Inputs4-1
The Auxiliary Input functions are operated using the highlighted
buttons:
1.Switchpack Display Screen.
2.Select left screen/headphones as priority.
3.Select cabin mode or mute/demute rear speakers.
4.Select right screen/headphones as priority.
5.Power On/Off and volume control.
6.Right passenger headphone socket.
7.Auxiliary sockets ‘AUX 2’.
8.Auxiliary sockets ‘AUX 1’.
9.Left passenger headphone socket.
10. Power On/Off and volume control.
The switchpack fitted within the rear arm rest forms the main
control centre for the Rear Multimedia System.
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4-2System operation – Auxiliary Inputs
Auxiliary Inputs
Connecting Auxiliary Input devices
The two auxiliary input points (shown as 7 and 8 on the
switchpack illustration, page 4-1) will allow separate external
devices to be used by the right and left rear seat passengers,
or one device can be used by both rear seat passengers.
There are three separate sockets for each auxiliary input.
The White socket is for left audio channel, the Red socket is for
right audio channel, and the Yellow socket is for video. To play
an audio source it will be necessary to connect the White lead
for mono, or the White and Red leads for stereo. For a video
source it will also be necessary to connect the Yellow lead.
Auxiliary Input devices
Rear seat passengers may wish to use such devices as games
consoles, personal cassette/CD/MiniDisc/DVD players, access
suitable material st ored on a mem ory stick or playback recorded
film from a camcorder.
Caution:
1. Ensure that any auxiliary input devices are suitable for
use within a vehicle before using them.
2. Ensure that you have read and understood the
warranty information supplied with any auxiliary
input devices that are used.
3. Any auxiliary input devices that are used will require
their own power source or a suitable adapter to use
power from your vehicle. Power supplies,
transformers, adapter leads etc. must be purchased
separately and should be fitted professionally to
ensure safe operation, and avoid damage to the
vehicles electrical system.
!
WARNING:
Auxiliary input devices may generate heat whilst
operating. Do not place devices on the vehicles
upholstery or carpets.
1. Ensure that you have read the operating instructions
for any input devices that are used, and follow any
safety precautions that are recommended by the
manufacturers.
2. Do not leave any auxiliary input devices where they
can be seen if the vehicle is left unattended.
3. Do not place any auxiliary input devices in a position
where they can move or cause a hazard whilst the
vehicle is in motion.
4. Loose objects within the passenger compartment can
cause death or injury in the event of an accident or
sudden braking. Ensure that all auxiliary input devices
are securely fixed in position.