CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS To obtain the best results and to avoid malfunctions, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE DESCRIPTIONS AND OPERATING PROCEDURES CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKS DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Note to CATV system installer: When installing this equipment in the home adhere to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR THE USE OF A VIDEO MONITOR/TV IN A MOTOR VEHICLE • A VIDEO MONITOR/TV is designed for rear passenger viewing only. This product may only be installed in the rear seat compartment of the vehicle, out of the driver’s view. • Installation in any other area of the vehicle within the driver’s view, is illegal in most states, provinces and countries and may lead to driver distraction resulting in an accident, injury and/or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE: This Video Cassette Player (VCP) is compatible with any Video Cassette bearing the VHS mark. The Video Cassette Player is designed to expand your opportunities for home or mobile viewing and is not intended for any usage which might violate the copyright laws. Save the original shipping carton and packing materials; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your VCP. For maximum protection, repack the set as it was originally packed at the factory. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the Video Cassette Player is operated. Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Cautions and Warnings-All cautions and warnings regarding the Video Cassette Player should be adhered to. Follow Instructions-All operating instructions should be followed.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS MOISTURE CONDENSATION In the normal temperature, if you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the glass. This is moisture condensation. The moisture condensation may occur inside of VCPs which, if used in this condition, will cause damage to the head and the tape. When moving the VCP from a cold place to heated place. Or the temperature of surroundings goes up due to room heating switched on.
SERVICE –If the set has been subjected to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. –When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service. Servicing–Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
VIDEO HEAD CLEANING VIDEO HEAD CLOGGING The video heads enable the VCP to read video information pictures from the tape during playback. In the unlikely event that the heads become clogged with dirt video playback will be impossible. This can easily be determined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but the picture is extremely snowy. If this is the case, have the video cassette player checked by qualified service personnel.
FEATURES CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of the Audiovox Model AVP-7280A Video Cassette Player. This unit is designed to satisfy all your VHS tape playback needs and with proper use and care, will offer many years of viewing enjoyment. The features of the Model AVP-7280A Video Cassette Player include: • DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING This VCP plays clear pictures without special operations. In the Auto Tracking Mode, the PLAY indicator blinks.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS FRONT PANEL ! Cassette Compartment # DEW Indicator When power is on, this indicator flashes red to indicate excessive moisture buildup inside the VCP. The unit will not operate until it dries out sufficiently (the tape can be ejected from the unit). When DEW mode has been activated, leave the unit on to allow it to dry out completely. Accepts the VHS tape for playback. @ CST-IN Indicator Lights green when the cassette is inserted.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) $ Power Button * PLAY Button When pressed this button alternately turns the VCP on and off. When power is applied to the unit, the power indicator lights red. The Power ON and Power OFF mode will be toggled by pressing this key. When the POWER is switched on, the power lamp will light up in red and the other function buttons light green.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) REAR PANEL ! 1 Infrared (IR) INPUT Connector (3.5mm jack) # Channel Selection Switch For RF Modulator Set to channel 3 or 4, whichever channel is not active in your area. This connector provides a three-wire interface with receiver accessory. Remove the sticker to use receiver accessory (remote eye). (P/N 136-2070) $ ANT. IN Connector @ 2 Infrared (IR) INPUT Connector Connect the TV antenna (or cable if available - home use) to this connector.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) % AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Connectors These connectors provide an interface to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors of your video monitor, using an RCA cord. ^& DC 12V Jack When using a DC power source, connect this jack to 12V DC. * Connector description for & * RF OUT Connector This connector provides an interface to the antenna input connector terminal of your television using a coaxial cable. Tune the television to channel 3 or 4 to watch video tapes.
GETTING STARTED VCP TO VEHICLE CONNECTION • Connect the unit to a 12Vdc source only. • The unit should be connected to the vehicle only after verifying the polarity of the cigarette lighter socket.
GETTING STARTED (CONTINUED) 12 VOLT POWER NOTES • This VCP operates on 12Vdc only. If you apply more than 18Vdc, the VCP will automatically turnoff. • If the polarity is reversed, the unit will not operate. • Use of this VCP is not recommended in excessive heat. If the inside temperature of the vehicle is over 100F, do not use the VCP. Allow the VCP to cool before use.
BASIC OPERATION CASSETTE LOADING/UNLOADING LOADING UNLOADING Œ Push the cassette into the cassette compartment gently. (Arrow mark at the top) Œ Press the VCP STOP/EJECT button twice (in the PLAYBACK mode). This first press stops the tape, while the second press ejects the tape. The CST-IN indicator will turn off. • An inverted cassette cannot be inserted. ´ The CST-IN indicator lamp lights green. ´ Pull the cassette out gently.
BASIC OPERATION (CONTINUED) ERASURE PROTECTION Video cassettes are equipped with a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. When the tab is removed, recording can not be performed. • TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE • TO RECORD AGAIN • After recording, break off the safety tab with a screwdriver to avoid accidental re-recording. • Cover the hole with cellophane tape.
BASIC OPERATION (CONTINUED) BASIC PLAYBACK Œ ˇØ ˆ ´ ¨ 16
BASIC OPERATION (CONTINUED) Œ LOADING ´ PLAYBACK The power is turned on automatically when the cassette is inserted even if the power switch was off. Press the PLAY button. Picture will appear within approximately 8 seconds. The tape will rewind automatically to the beginning after the end of the tape is reached and will eject. ¨ FAST FORWARD ˆ REWIND Ø EJECT Press the FF button in the STOP mode. The tape advances at high speed without any picture and sound. Press the REW button in the STOP mode.
SPECIAL OPERATION The VCP enters the playback mode as soon as the PLAY key is pressed. During special operations, noise bars and loss of color may affect the picture. This is not due to a VCP malfunction. Œ TO VISUALLY SEARCH FORWARD ´ TO VISUALLY SEARCH REVERSE Press the FF button once in the PLAYBACK mode. The tape advances rapidly with the pictures. Press the REW button once in the PLAYBACK mode. The tape will rewind rapidly with the pictures.
SPECIAL OPERATION (CONTINUED) ¨ AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK • Press the PLAY button for 2 seconds in the playback mode. The AUTO REPEAT light will illuminate. The VCP cycles through the following modes and the AUTO REPEAT lamp lights red. The tape will play to the end, rewind to the beginning and play again. “PLAYBACK THE END OF THE TAPE REWINDING PLAYBACK”. • Other controls have no effect during the Auto Repeat mode. • To exit the Auto Repeat mode, press the PLAY button for 2 seconds again.
SPECIAL OPERATION (CONTINUED) ˆ VCP TO GAME MACHINE OR CAMCORDER CONNECTION • If you connect a Video Game machine or a Camcorder to the VCP, you can monitor the picture of the Video Game machine or Camcorder video on the video monitor connected to the output of the VCP. • If you connect external video sources to the VCP using both Front and Rear A/V In at the same time, the source connected to the Front A/V IN has priority over that connected to the Rear AV IN.
SPECIAL OPERATION (CONTINUED) Ø AUTO TRACKING ADJUSTMENT • Since this VCP features the Auto Tracking Adjustment function, it can play clear pictures without special operations. • Auto Tracking Adjustment operates automatically when the cassette is inserted. • The orange Playback indicator blinks during auto tracking operation. When tracking is completed, the playback indicator lights steadily. • If noise bars appear in the picture during playback, press the PLAY key to initiate the Re-Tracking function.
BEFORE CALLING AUDIOVOX TECHNICAL SUPPORT (1-800-645-4994) Before calling, check the following points for a possible cause of the trouble. A minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem. SYMPTOMS CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS There is no power to the VCP. • The power cord is not connected. • The polarity of power cord is not correct. • Check the power cord. • Change the polarity of power cord. No picture on screen when playing back a recorded tape.
SYMPTOMS CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS No back-lighting at POWER button. • No 12V DC. • Check circuit fuse at source of power (see vehicle/converter manual). • Check in-line fuse of power cord (in lighter plug). • Power cord unplugged from 12V outlet or at rear of unit. Power indicated with back-lighting but unit will not operate. • Dew feature activated (See owner’s manual for dew mode explanation). • Retain power to player and allow unit time to get rid of moisture.
SYMPTOMS Play mode indicated but no audio or video to TV. (continued) CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • VCP connected by (75 OHM coax) antenna coax to TV. TV set in “monitor mode”. • Switch to TV mode. • VCP connected to A/V output jacks. (AVT-1475 or 1498) • Change connections from A/V output to A/V input. • Output of VCP A/V RCA cables or coax not connected to TV input. • Check connector between VCP and TV. • Switchable input device used between TV and VCP (game prep).
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL AVP-7280A POWER SUPPLY 12Vdc POWER CONSUMPTION 13Watts DIMENSION 265 X 91 X 295 (W X H X D) mm WEIGHT APPROX. 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) VIDEO SIGNAL SYSTEM NTSC Color VIDEO SIGNAL, OUTPUT (RF) VHS Composite video 1vp/p, 75 ohms unbalanced AVX. TAPE TYPE VHS Type TAPE SPEED SP : 33.35 mm/sec , LP : 22.23 mm/sec, SLP : 11.12 mm/sec FF/REW TIME (T-120) Approx.
36 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY Applies to Audiovox Mobile Video Products AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 36 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
Thank you for purchasing the Audiovox Model AVP-7280A Video Cassette Player. This instrument is listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc. It is designed and manufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety standards against X-radiation, fire, casualty and electrical hazards. Audiovox Electronics Corporation 150 Marcus Blvd.
