PYLE Audio PLD179U User Manual

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CAR VIDEO SYSTEM

DVD/MPEG4 PLAYER

PLD179U

Instruction Manual

AM/FM 2 Band Radio
Anti-Shock Mechanism
PLL Synthesizer Tuner

PAL/NTSC Color System

Flip Down Detachable Front Panel

A/V Output & A/V Input

Sub-woofer Function

CONTENTS

Safety Information

Installation

Wiring Diagram

Operation

Location and Function of Keys

Preparing The Remote Control

Using The Detachable Front Panel

General Operation

Radio Operation

DISC Operation

Unique DISC Operation

Data Disc Play Operation

Memory Card Play Operation

USB Play Operation

AV In Operation

Setup

System Setup

Language Setup

Audio Setup

Digital Setup

Specification

Troubleshooting

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Safety Information

CAUTION:

Mobile DVD player is a class 1 laser
product. However this mobile DVD player
uses a visible/invisible laser beam which
could cause hazardous radiation
exposure if directed. Be sure to operate
the mobile DVD player correctly as
instructed.
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not open covers and do not repair
yourself. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.

WARNING:

- To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this equipment to
rain or moisture.

- To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, and annoying interference, use
only the recommended accessories.

- This device is intended for continuous
operation.

This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected
by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights
owned by macro vision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macro vision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macro vision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

Discs you can play

You can playback the following discs­12CM on the receiver:
DVD VIDEO/DVD AUDIO

VIDEO CD/AUDIO CD

MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4

Handling and Cleaning

- Dirt, dust, scratches and warping discs
will cause disoperation.

- Do not place stickers or make scratches
on discs.

- Do not warp discs.

- A disc should always be kept in its case
when not in use to prevent from damage.

- Do not place discs in the following
places:

1. Direct sunlight.

2. Dirty, dusty and damp areas.

3.Near car heaters.

4.On the seats or dashboard.

Disc Cleaning

Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the surface.
If the disc is quite dirty, Use a soft cloth
slightly moistures with isopropyl
(rubbing) alcohol. Never use solvents
such as benzene, thinner or conventional
record cleaners as they may mar the
surface of the disc.

Note:

A disc may become somewhat
scratched (although not enough to make
it unusable) depending on the way it is
handled and conditions in the usage
environment. Note these scratches are
not an indication of any problem with the
player.

Region Management Information

Region Management Information: This
Mobile DVD Player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the Region
Management Information that is
recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region
number described on the DVD disc does
not correspond to the Region number of
this Mobile DVD Player, this Mobile DVD
Player cannot play this disc.

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Label side up

Do not touch
the underside
of the disc

Do not bend

Wipe the disc from center
toward the outside edge

Preparing New Discs with Rough
Spots

A new disc may have rough edges on its
inside and outside edges. If a disc with
rough edges is used, the proper setting
will not be performed and the player will
not play the disc. Therefore, remove the
rough edges in advance by using a
ballpoint pen or pencil as shown on the
right. To remove the rough edges, press
the side of the pen or pencil against the
inside and outside edges of the disc.

Rough spots on
outside edge

Installation

Notes:

- Choose the mounting location where the unit
will not interfere with the normal driving
function of the driver.

- Before finally installing the unit, connect the
wiring temporarily and make sure it is all
connected up properly and the unit and the
system work properly.

- Use only the parts included with the unit to
ensure proper installation. The use of
unauthorized parts can cause malfunctions.

- Consult with your nearest dealer if
installation requires the drilling of holes or
other modifications of the vehicle.

- Install the unit where it does not get in the
driver's way and cannot injure the passenger if
there is a sudden stop, like an emergency
stop.

- If installation angel exceeds 30°from
horizontal, the unit might not give its optimum
performance

- Avoid installing the unit where it would
be subject to high temperature, such as
from direct sunlight, or from hot air, from
the heater, or where it would be subject to
dust, dirt or excessive vibration.

Din Front/Rear-Mount

This unit can be properly installed
either from 'Front' (conventional DIN
Front-mount) or 'Rear' (DIN Rear-mount
installation, utilizing threaded screw
holes at the sides of the unit chassis). For
details, refer to the following illustrated
installation methods.

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Rough spots on
inside edge

Ball point pen
or pencil

Take Out Screw Before Installation

Before install the unit, please remove

the two screws.

Takeout screws
before installation

1. DIN Front-Mount(Method A)

Installing the unit

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1. Dashboard

2. Hoder
After inserting the holder into the
dashboard, select the appropriate tab
according to the thickness of the
dashboard material and ben them
inwards to secure the holder in place.

3. Screw

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1. Frame

2. Release Frame Key
Insert the release frame key into the

groove at the right side of the frame,
then prize out to remove the frame (You
can also use the key to remove the
frame from the left side.)

3. Release Unit Key

After releasing the frame, insert the
release unit keys supplied with the
accessory into the grooves at both sides
of the unit as shown in figure until they
click. Pulling the keys makes it possible
to remove the unit from the dashboard.

1. DIN Rear-Mount(Method B)

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1. Dashboard

2. Nut (5mm)

3. Spring washer

4. Screw (5X25mm)

5. Screw

6. Strap
Be sure to use the strap to secure the
back of the unit in place. The strap can
be bent by hand to the desired angle.

7. Plain washer

Removing the unit

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Tab

1. Factory-installed radio bracket

2. Car radio mounting bracket

3. Screw

4. After aligning the car radio mounting
bracket with the factory-installed radio
bracket, tighten the screws (M5X4mm)
at 2 places on each side.

5. When fixing factory-installed radio
bracket with the screws, use a
standard-tipped screwdriver to pry the
tabs of the car radio mounting bracket
to make them fit into holes in the
factory-installed radio bracket.

6. Movable panel frame.

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Wiring Diagram

White to Rear Lch RCA output

Red to Rear Rch RCA output

Green to SUB-Woofer output

ANTENNA Socket

White to Front Lch outputRCA

Red to Front Rch RCA output

Violet Rear Right +

Violet/Black Rear Right -

Grey Front Right +

Yellow to Video output 1

Yellow to Video output 2

Grey/Black Front Right -

White Front Left +

White/Black Front Left -

Yellowto BatteryB+

BlacktoGNDB-

Red to ACC

Blue to ANT

Green Rear Left +

Green/Black Rear Left -

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