Jensen VX-3012 Operation Manual

VX3012

7" Single DIN Multimedia Receiver

DVD / Built-In BT Technology /

iPhone® / iPod® / USB / AV In

Operation Manual

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Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to use all the features of your new Jensen VX3012 Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum enjoyment.

iPod® Control “iPod” is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

CONTENTS

STATEMENT	3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS	4
FEATURES	5
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS	7
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION	9
QUICK START	11
SYSTEM SETTINGS	14
AM-FM RADIO	18
PLAYBACK OF AUDIO FILES	20
EQUALIZER CONTROLS MENU	26
iPod®/iPhone® CONTROLS	28
BT / HANDS FREE CALLING	30
AV-In1/AV-In2 CONTROLS	35
STEERING WHEEL CONTROL (SWC) OPERATION	36
REAR CAMERA OPERATION	37
TROUBLESHOOTING	38
SPECIFICATIONS	40
CARE AND MAINTENANCE	42
NOTES	43
VX3012 COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS	(Back Cover)

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FCC Statement

1. This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-

pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-vide 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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory (This head unit) has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect mobile phone performance.

iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Safety Precautions

P l e a s e r e a d t h r o u g h t h e s e o p e r a t i n g instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you’ve finished reading the instructions, keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Only connect the unit to a 12-volt power supply with negative grounding.

Never install this unit where the operation & condition for safe driving is impaired.

Never use the video display function in the front when driving to prevent the violation of laws & regulations and also to reduce the risk of traffic accident except for using rear view video camera.

Never expose this unit, amplifier and speakers to moisture or water to prevent electric sparks or fire.

Please don't change the fuse on the power cord without professional guidance, using an improper fuse may cause damage to this unit or even cause fire.

Please contact your nearest dealer if one of the following symptoms is experienced:

(a). Water or other objects enter the unit.

(b). There is smoke.

(c). Peculiar smell.

To ensure safe driving, please adjust the volume to a safe and comfortable level in case of emergency situations.

1.) Never disassemble or adjust the unit without any professional guidance. For details, please consult any professional car shop/ dealer for inquiry.

2.) If the front panel or TFT monitor is dirty, please use a clean silicone cloth and neutral detergent to wipe off the spot. Using arough cloth and non-neutral detergent such as alcohol for cleaning may resultin damage to the monitor.

3.) If any abnormal behavior of the unit is found, please refer to trouble shooting guide of this manual. If no relevant informationis found, please press the [RESET] key on the front panel to resume factory default.

4.) If you have parked the car in hot or cold weather for a long time, please wait until the temperature in the car becomes normal before operating the unit.

5.) Using the car heater in lowtemperature environment may result in moisture inside the unit, DO NOT use the unit in this situation. Eject the disc and wipe off the moisture on the disc. If the unit still doesn't work after a few hours, please contact the service center.

6.) Do not impact the LCD monitor which could cause damage.

7.) To prevent damage to the screen, avoid touching it with sharp objects.

8.) To provide a clear demonstration and an alternative for easy understanding to the operation of this unit, graphic illustrations are used. However, some illustrations are different from the actual images displayed on the screen.

9.) Operate the unit correctly according to this manual to prevent unnecessary problem. The guarantee won't be valid if the problem is caused by inappropriate operation.

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FEATURES

Please read the instruction manual for this product before using. The documentation provided will allow the user to fully enjoy all the features of your new Jensen VX3012 Mobile Multimedia Receiver. Please read all of the instructions before beginning the installation and save this manual for future reference. We recommend having your Jensen VX3012 installed by a reputable installation shop.

DVD

•Audio Equalizer

•Next Chapter and Previous Chapter

•Play/Pause

•Track Direct Entry

•Disc Menu

•Selection Repeat / Track Repeat

•Disc Audio

•Disc Language

•Pic Control

CD / MP3 / WMA

•CD-Text Compatible

•ID3 Tag Compatible

•Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)

•Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search

•Random, Repeat and Intro

•Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track

AM-FM

•USA, Asia, Japan, Europe, Eur LW (Europe Long Wave), Oirt.

•30 Station Presets (18 FM / 12 AM)

•Auto Stereo / Mono

•Local / Distance

•Auto Store

iPod®/iPhone®

•iPod®/ iPhone® via USB

•High Speed Direct Connect Interface to Access iPod® Playlists, Artists, Albums and Songs.

•Power Management Charges iPod®/ iPhone® while Connected

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Chassis

•1.0 DIN (Import / ISO-DIN Mountable)

•Motorized Front Panel

•7”High Definition TFT LCD

•Resolution: 800h x 480v x RGB WVGA

•Beep Tone Confirmation

General

• Built-In BT providing Hands-Free operation for safety and convenience and A2DP for streaming music from your smartphone.

•One Composite Video Output for Additional Screens

•Front Panel Audio/Video Input

•3 Band Parametric Equalizer - Bass, Mid-Range and Treble

•Rear Panel Audio/Video RCA Input

•Front, Rear and Sub RCA Line Output - 2VRMS

•Rear Camera Input

•Touch Screen Calibration Mode

•Rotary Encoder Audio Control

•USB Charging Current - 2.1 Amp Support

REAR CAMERA

The VX3012 is “camera ready.” Before accessing any camera features, you must purchase and install a rear video camera.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Figure 1. VX3012 Controls and Indicators

Notice:

The graphic in this manual is for reference only, and may be different from the actual unit. Reference to actual unit is suggested.

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1.) SRC Button () Power ON/OFF, and Source Menu: Press the button to turn the unit ON. Once the unit is ON, momentarily pressing the [SRC] button will display the Main Source Menu. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF.

2.) ROTARY ENCODER Knob: Rotate the knob to adjust the volume from 0 to 50. Pressing the knob momentarily will mute and un-mute the audio. Press and hold the knob for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF.

3.) REVERSE [ ] Button:Press [ ] to Seek backward.In Radio mode, Press [ ] to Seek a previous station.

4.) FORWARD [ ] Button: Press [ ] to Seek forward. In Radio mode, Press [ ] to Seek the next station.

5.) IR REMOTE SENSOR: Used to receive command signals from the remote control.

6.) USB/AV Connector COVER: Covers the USB/AV interface connector.

7.) RESET Button: Press this button to reset the system settings (except password and parental lock settings) and to correct a system halt or other illegal operation. Use the tip of a pen to press the Reset button.

8.) A/V INPUT: Attach compatible A/V devices.

9.) TFT MONITOR [OPEN/CLOSE] Button: Press to open the TFT monitor into viewing position. Press again to close the TFT. With the monitor open, press and hold to enter TFT Angle setting mode. Rotate the volume knob to adjust to the desired angle. Press and hold afteradjustment, to save TFT position or let the feature time-out after 4 seconds.

10.) [ DISP ] Button: With the monitor open, during DVD playback, press once to view Time, Title, Chapter info or twice for Audio, Subtitle, Angle, and Bit Rate info. With the monitor closed, press to view alternate LCD display information.

11.) EJECT [] Button: Press this button to eject a DVD/CD/MP3 disc. Disc play is stopped, the disc is ejected and the unit will change to radio operation. If the disc

is not removed from the unit and the button ispressed again, the disc will be re-loaded. If the disc is not removed from the disc slot within 10seconds of being ejected, it will be automatically reloaded to prevent it frombeing accidentally damaged.

12.) DISC SLOT: Accepts DVD/CD/MP3 discs. If the unit is turned on, playback begins when a disc is inserted.

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Remote Control Function Description

1.

Button: Press this button to switch between and select

available sources. (Radio/Disc/BT/USB/BT Audio/SWC/AUX-1/AUX-2/

Camera)

2.EJECT Button ( ): Press this button to eject a DVD/CD/MP3 disc. Disc play is stopped, the disc is ejected and the unit will change to radio operation. If the disc is not removed from the unit and the button is pressed again, the disc will be re-loaded. If the disc is not removed from the disc slot within 10 seconds of being ejected, it will be automatically reloaded to prevent it from being accidentally damaged.

3.AUDIO Button: Press to display and select the audio language in DVD mode. Each time the button is pressed, the language changes. NOTE: The languages for audio vary from disc to disc.

4. VOLUME Button	and Press these buttons to increase or decrease
the playback volume.

5.BAND Button: Press this button to scroll though preset stations or when in disc mode, this button is used for Fast playback / Slow playback. Press this button to answer an incoming BT phone call.

6.REPEAT (RPT) Button: Repeat playback

7.MUTE Button: Press this button to turn the audio output ON and OFF.

8.POWER Button (): Press this button to turn the unit ON and OFF.

9.SUBTITLE Button: Press to display and select the subtitle language in DVD mode. Each time the button is pressed, the subtitle language changes.

NOTE: The type and number of languages for subtitles vary from disc to disc.

10.MENU Button: Press this button to access the root menu of a DVD or CD during playback. The disc will return to normal playback and the root menu will disappear if no selection is made within 10 seconds.

11.FAST FORWARD [ ] Button: Press this button to forward Disc play 2x, 4x, 8x or 20x normal speed. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available radio station by increasing tuning frequency.

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12.NEXT (uul) Button: Press this button to skip to the next chapter, track or song during playback of a disc. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available radio station by increasing tuning frequency.

13.PLAY / PAUSE ( ) Button: Press this button to pause the playback of a disc. Press this button again to resume normal playback.

14.PREVIOUS (ltt) Button: Press this button to go back to the previous chapter, track or song during playback of a disc. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available radio station by increasing tuning frequency.

15.FAST REVERSE [ ] Button: Press this button to reverse Disc play 2x, 4x, 8x or 20x normal speed. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available radio station by decreasing tuning frequency.

16.NUMBER Buttons (1-6): Press these buttons to directly access chapters and tracks, Radio presets, etc.

17.RANDOM (RDM) Button: Press this button to play tracks or chapters in random order while playing a disc.

NOTES ON REMOTE CONTROL USAGE

•Aim the remote control at the TFT/screen.

•Remove the battery from the remote control or insert a battery insulator if the remote control will not be used for a month or longer.

•DO NOT store the remote control in direct sunlight or in a high temperature environment, or it may not function properly.

•The battery will last for 6 months under normal condition. If the remote control does not work, please change the battery.

•Use lithium battery type CR2025 (3V) only.

•DO NOT recharge, disassemble, heat or expose the battery in fi e.

•Insert the battery in the proper direction according to the ( + ) and ( - ) polarity marks.

•Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach it to avoid the risk of an accident.

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QUICK START GUIDE

Turning the Unit ON or OFF

Press the front panel Power/Menu button[ / SRC ] to turn the unit ON. To turn the unit OFF, press and hold the front panel Power/Menu button[ / SRC ]for 2 seconds.

Selecting an Audio/Video Source, BT Backupor Camera

To access an Audio/Video source:

1.Momentarily press the front panel Power/Menu button or touch the Menu icon located in the upper left corner of the display to view the Main Menu Screen.

MENU

Button

Screen 1	Screen 2
Figure 4. VX3012 Main Menu Screen
2. Touch the desired source icon on oneof the	two main menu screens.
Screen 1 of 2: Radio, Disc, BT, USB.

Touch page arrow (-->) at the bottom of the screen to access Screen 2 of 2: BT (Audio), Steering Wheel Control (SWC), AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Camera.

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Mute

Press the volume knob on the front panel or press the [MUTE] Button on the remote control to mute the volume from the unit.

Volume Adjustment

Volume Increase/Decrease

To increase or decrease the volume level, turn the rotary encoder on the front panel. When the volume level reaches "0" or "50", a beep sounds, indicating that the adjustment limit has been reached. The TFT screen displays the volume level for 3 seconds.

Audible Beep Confirmation

An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The beep tone can be disabled through the Setup menu.

Using the TFT Monitor

Open / Close Monitor

Press the [OPEN] Button on the front panel or remote control to open or close the TFT display panel. NOTE: Never pull or push on the TFT display panel.

Change the Monitor Tilt Angle

Due to the inherent character of an LCD, you will get different vision impressions when you view it from different angles. The display angle of this unit can be changed; hence you can select the best angle where you can get the best vision impression. Press and hold the [OPEN] button (>1 second) to enter TFT Angle Setting Mode, and rotate the volume knob to adjust. Press and hold the [OPEN] button again to exit the TFT Angle Setting or let the feature time out after 5 seconds.

NOTE: Never pull or push on the TFT display panel.

Resetting the System

Soft Reset - To correct a system halt or other illegal operation, use the tip of a pen to press and release the Reset Button located just below the front panel rotary

encoder (volume) knob.

[RESET] Button

Figure 5. System Reset Button

For a Hard Reset - Go to "Settings" > DVD tab > Load Factory > Reset. After a "System Reset", the unit will restore all default settings.

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Change Aspect Ratio (DVD / AV In Sources Only)

Press the [WIDE] button on the remote control to adjust the aspect ratio.

Image Settings (DVD / AV In Sources Only)

1.Enter image setting mode by pressing the [PIC] Button on the remote control.

2.Select the item to be adjusted and touch the Left or Right direction icons [ ]/[ ] on the user interface to adjust the value.

3.To exit image setting mode, press the [PIC] Button on the remote control again or simply stop making adjustments.

Figure 6. Image Settings Screen

Equalizer Controls

Equalizer	(EQ):	Adjustment	can	be	made	after	entering	o
the	audio/video	sources	(Disc,		Radio,	USB,	AV-IN1,	or
Touch the Equalizer (EQ) icon to view the Equalizer Control Screen to select a
desired audio preset level ( Pop / Techno / Rock / Classic / Jazz						/ Optimal or User),
make adjustments to the audio Balance and Fade levels or to turn the Loudness
option ON or OFF. Touch the return icon to return to the current source.

Playing a Disc

To begin playback of an Audio/Video Disc:

1.Press the front panel Power/Volume/Mute control knob to turn the unit ON.

2. Insert a disc with the label side facing UP and playback will begin automatically.

Parking Brake Inhibit

When the pink “Parking” wire is connected to the vehicle Parking Brake circuit, the front TFT monitor will display video when the Parking Brake is engaged.

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SYSTEM SETTINGS

1.Touch the Menu icon located in the upper left corner of the display to display the main menu.

2.Touch the Settings icon [ ] and the settings menu is displayed.

Figure 7. Settings Menu Screen

General Settings

1.Touch [ General ], if necessary.

2.Touch to highlight a setting to display/select an option.

	General settings	Options	Description
	Radio region	USA/Asia/Japan/Europe/Eur LW/	Select one that matches your location.
		Oirt
	Radio range	Local	Select Local to receive only stations with extremely
		Distance	strong signal.
		On	Turn-ON the beep sound. Each time you press a button,
	Beep		the unit beeps.
		Off	Turn-OFF the beep sound.
	Calibration	Start	Calibrate the touch screen.
	Demo	On	Turn-ON Retail Demo Mode.
		Off	Turn-OFF Retail Demo Mode

4. Touch Menu icon located in the upper left corner of the display to exit.

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