Owner’s manual & Installation manual Mode d’emploi et manuel d’installation Manual de instrucciones y de instalación VX401 VZ401 2-DIN DVD MULTIMEDIA STATION WITH 6.
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English English Contents Owner’s Manual 1. FEATURES.......................................................................................................................... 4 Expanding Systems............................................................................................................ 4 2. PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................................. 5 3. CONTROLS..............................................................
English 1. FEATURES Owner’s Manual Double Din 6.
English English 2. PRECAUTIONS WARNING VX401/VZ401 VX_VZ401 081210 R4 _EN.indd 5 Owner’s Manual • For your safety, the driver should not watch any video sources and/or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating any video sources while driving are prohibited by law in some countries. Also, while driving, keep the volume to a level at which external sounds can be heard. • When using the navigation system, follow the precautions listed below.
English Owner’s Manual 1.When the inside of the car is very cold and the player is used soon after switching on the heater, moisture may form on the disc (DVD/ CD) or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible. If moisture forms on the disc (DVD/CD), wipe it off with a soft cloth. If moisture forms on the optical parts of the player, do not use the player for about one hour. The condensation will disappear naturally allowing normal operation.
English English 3. CONTROLS Operational Panel Owner’s Manual MIC VX401 [SOURCE] [PWR] [VOL+] [VOL-] RESET SENSOR AUX IN [OPEN] [ CLOSE] SENSOR MIC AUX IN [VOL-] [SOURCE] [PWR] [VOL+] RESET VX401/VZ401 VX_VZ401 081210 R4 _EN.
Functions of Buttons English Owner’s Manual Note: Be sure to read this chapter while referring to front diagram “CONTROLS”. [ SRC] Button • Press this button to turn the unit power on. The Main menu will be displayed. Scroll through the available sources such as AM/FM Tuner, Sirius, DVD, NAVI, USB, Camera modes, etc. • Press and hold this button for more than 2 seconds to turn the power off. [VOL -], [VOL +] Buttons • Use these buttons to increase/decrease the volume.
English English Remote Control Signal transmitter [OPEN] [ [ SRC/POWER ] ] / BAND [0 - 9] Owner’s Manual [MUTE] [VOLUME] [NAVI/AV ] [SRCH] [ ][ ] [ BACK ] [ ][ ] [TITLE] ] [[ ] / [BAND] [SET ] [MENU] [PIC ] [TAG ] [ ENTER ] [REPEAT] [ROOT ] [ ][ ] [ZOOM] [SUB TITLE/VIDEO iPod MODE*] [AUDIO] [ANGLE/AUDIO iPod MODE*] * Only when capable iPod/iPhone is connected Replacing the batteries 1. Press the retention tab and pull out the battery tray and remove the old battery. 2.
Functions of Remote Control Buttons English You can use the remote control unit to control the VX401 and VZ401. Note: • The wireless remote control operation may not be optimal in direct sunlight. Owner’s Manual Shared modes [VOLUME] Button Increase or decrease volume. [MUTE] Button Turns mute on or off. [OPEN] Button Press this button to OPEN or CLOSE the motorized screen (VZ401). Please ensure there are no obstructions before starting the operation.
MAIN MENU mode [ / BAND ], [BAND], [TAG] Buttons Press to scroll through the available sources and the Settings. [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] Buttons Press to scroll through the available keys. [ENTER] Button Press to select the menu. VX401/VZ401 VX_VZ401 081210 R4 _EN.indd 11 Owner’s Manual [SUB-T] Button Press to display subtitles in the DVD video mode. [ANGLE] Button Press to switch the ANGLE function in the DVD video mode when the Angle mark is displayed.
English 4. CAUTIONS ON HANDLING Operation Panel Owner’s Manual For a longer service life, be sure to read the following cautions. • The operation panel will operate properly in a temperature range of 0˚ to 60˚ C. • Do not allow any liquids on the set from drinks, umbrellas etc. Doing so may damage the internal circuitry. • Do not disassemble or modify the set in any way. Doing so may result in damage. • Subjecting the operation panel to shocks may result in breakage, deformation or other damage.
Roughness • Never stick labels on the surface of the disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen. • Never play a disc with any cellophane tape or other glue on it or with peeling off marks. If you try to play such a disc, you may not be able to get it back out of the DVD player or it may damage the DVD player. • Do not use discs that have large scratches, are misshapen, cracked, etc. Use of such discs may cause misoperation or damage.
English 5. DVD VIDEO SYSTEM DVD video is a high-quality digital video source that provides crisp and clear images. One 12 cm disc contains either one film or four hours of music. Owner’s Manual DVD Video Features This unit provides the following functions in addition to the high image quality and sound quality of DVD video. Note: • The functions described in this section, for example, the recorded language, subtitles, angles, etc. differ depending on the DVD video disc.
Audio CDs CD TEXT Playable media files MP3/WMA About CD Extra discs A CD Extra disc is a disc in which a total of two sessions have been recorded. The first session is Audio session and the second session is Data session. Your personally-created CDs with more than second data sessions recorded cannot be played on this DVD video player. Note: • When you play a CD Extra disc, only the first session will be recognized.
About the registered marks, etc. English Owner’s Manual • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
English English 6. OPERATIONS Basic Operations CAUTION When the unit is turned on, starting and stopping the engine with its volume raised to the maximum level may harm your hearings. Be careful about adjusting the volume. Turning ON and OFF the Power Note: • Start the engine before using this unit. • Be careful about using this unit for a long time without running the engine.
Basic Operations English Owner’s Manual Turning Monitor ON or OFF 1. Touch the screen button Monitor OFF on the Main Menu to turn Off the screen. 2. Touch the screen again to turn monitor screen On. [Monitor off]: Turn off the screen. [Audio off]: Turn off the audio of source. Adjusting the Volume Press [VOL-]/[VOL+] buttons to adjust the volume. [VOL -]: Decreases the volume. [VOL+]: Increases the volume. • The volume level indicated in the display is in a range from 0 (min.) to 40 (max.).
Adjusting the Treble The Treble gain and Treble frequency can be adjusted as follows. 1. Touch [ - ] or [ + ] key to set the desirable level. 2. To set the Treble center frequency, enter the Audio adjustment in the Settings menu. Adjusting the Balance/Fader The Balance or Fader can be adjusted as follows. 1. Touch the [R] or [F] key to adjust to the fader level. • The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment range: front 9 to rear -9) 2.
Radio Operations English Owner’s Manual Listening to the Radio 1. Touch the [Tuner] key on the Main menu display. The tuner mode screen is displayed. 2. Touch the [BAND] key or touch the [BAND] button on remote control to select the radio band. Each time the button is pressed, the radio reception band changes in the following order: FM1, FM2, FM3, AM, FM1...
4. When the desired station is tuned in, touch the [PS] key again to continue receiving that station. Owner’s Manual LOC/DX Setting The DX / LOC setting changes the tuner sensitivity in order to separate closely spaced stations. This feature is useful in areas that have many radio stations in close proximity. 1. Touch the [List] key to display the Preset List screen. 2. Touch the [DX] key to switch to DX tuner sensitivity. 3. Touch the [LOC] key to switch to Local tuner sensitivity.
DVD Video Player Operations English Owner’s Manual Setting up the password for parental level control The factory default password is “0000”. 1. In Main Menu touch the [Settings] key. 2. Touch the [Rating] key on the display. 3. Touch the [Set Password] key, the numerical key pad will appear. Then input the default password and touch the [OK] key. It shows ‘‘New Password’’. • The contents that the parental level restricts vary with the country code.
2 3 4 5 15 14 6 13 7 12 12345678- 11 10 Play/Pause key Eject key Main Menu key Stop key Previous Playback key Next Playback key Title List key Subtitle List key 9 8 9 - Audio key 10 - Repeat Segment key 11 - Information key 12 - Chapter key 13 - Repeat key 14 - Fast Forward key 15- Fast Backward key Stop Playback 1. Touch the [ ] key. Playback is stopped. 2. To resume playback, press the [ ] key. Playback resumes from the scene where playback is stopped. Play/Pause Playback 1.
DVD Video Player Operations English Owner’s Manual Repeat Playback This operation plays back chapters recorded on the DVD Video repeatedly. 1. Showing the DVD Player mode screen, touch the [ ] key for Chapter Repeat. 2. Touch the [ ] key again for Title Repeat. 3. Touch the [ ] key again to turn off the repeat playback. Repeat A B Select the desired passage to play back. 1. Touch the [A B] key to select the Repeat loop starting position. 2.
1 2 3 4 10 5 9 6 7 8 11 12345678- Play/Pause key Eject key Main Menu key Stop key Previous Track key Next Track key Audio Settings key List key 12 13 14 9 - Fast Forward key 10 - Fast Backward key 11 - Media Information 12 - User (Name, Artist, Album) Information 13 - Track Play number 14 - Track Play time Pausing Playback 1. Touch the [ ] key to pause playback. 2. To resume playback, touch the [ ] key again. Skipping a Track (searching) Touch the [ ] or [ ] key during playback.
DVD Video Player Operations English Owner’s Manual 5. Touch the [List] key to return to the main screen. Stop Playback 1. Touch the [ ] key to stop playback. Audio Settings 1. Touch the [Audio Settings] key to enter Audio menu. Other various play functions 1. Touch the [List] key to display the Disc List screen. 2. Touch the key of the function you want to play: Repeat [ ]: Touch once to start a single track repeat. To turn repeat off, press the same key again.
Owner’s Manual Playing MP3 folders When selected for play, files and folders (Folder Search, File Search or Folder Select) are accessed in the order in which they were written to the media. As a result, the order in which they are expected to be played may not match the order in which they are actually played. You may be able to set the order in which MP3/WMA files are to be played by assigning file names beginning with play sequence numbers such as “01” to “99”.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Operations English Owner’s Manual This function is available when a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner is connected through the dedicated connection. This unit is recommended to be used with the following receiver: SC-C1 - SiriusConnect Vehicle Tuner Note: SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription service. Please contact Sirius Radio to begin or alter your subscription: • Internet: www.sirius.
Setting the Password 1. Touch the [Settings] key to enter setting list. 2. Touch the [Rating] key to display password screen. 3. Enter the password on displayed numerical pad. 4. Touch the [OK] key to save. 5. Touch the [ ] key to return to SIRIUS menu. Note: If you set passwords, you must input the correct code to enter lock list. When you select the locked channel by keypad, it will display password’s keypad.
English 7. ACCESSORIES iPod/iPhone Operations Owner’s Manual iPod/iPhone can be connected by using the connector cable supplied with the iPod/iPhone, but in this case, you can enjoy its audio sound only. To enjoy video movies stored in the iPod/iPhone with video displaying them on this unit, it is required to use the special connector cable (CCA-748) separately sold. Note: • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with unsupported versions.
5 3 6 1 1 - Scroll Up key 2 - Scroll Down key 3 - iPod Menu key 2 4 - Folders key 5 - Repeat key 6 - Shuffle key [ ] Scroll Up key • Touch this key to scroll up the track list. [ ] Scroll Down key • Touch this key to scroll down the track list. [iPod Menu] key • Touch this key to return to the previous menu. [Folders] key • Touch this key to return to the main track search screen. [ ] Repeat key • Touch this key to repeat the play of the selected track.
USB Operations English Owner’s Manual This system can play audio files (MP3/WMA) stored in an USB memory which is recognized as “USB Mass Storage Class device”. You can use your USB memory as an audio device by simply copying desired audio files into it. Note: • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with some USB memory. • Files protected with any DRM can not be played. Notes on using USB memories • General notes • When no data is present, the message “NO FILE” will be displayed.
English English Bluetooth Audio Player Operations Owner’s Manual Some Bluetooth cellular phones have the audio features, and some portable audio player support the Bluetooth feature. These devices will be called as “Bluetooth audio players” in this manual. This system can play audio data stored in a Bluetooth audio player. Note: • This system will not operate or may operate improperly with some Bluetooth audio players.
Bluetooth Audio Player Operations English Note: • You cannot register the same Bluetooth audio player which is already registered doubly. Owner’s Manual Controlling the Bluetooth Audio Player Note: • Occasionally, depending on the environment, playback sounds may be fragmented, or switch noises may be generated.
Setting the Telephone Features 1. Touch the [Setting] key to display the Telephone Settings screen. Telephone operations Note: • For your safety, this system disables the calling functions when the car is moving. Be sure to stop the car and apply the parking brake before making a call. 2. Perform setting for the desired item. See the following sections for detail. Setting Automatic Connection The system automatically reconnects the cellular phone after the connection is lost or the system is restarted.
Bluetooth Telephone Operations English Owner’s Manual 4. When the call is finished, touch the [End] key to hang up. The display will return to the previous mode screen selected before entering the BT Phone mode. Note: • Depending on the cellular phone, the Telephone Interrupt screen may be closed and the connection with this system may be disconnected when entering the Private mode.
English English HD Radio Operations Listening to HD Radio Broadcasts 1. Touch the Tuner key on the Main menu display. The tuner mode screen is displayed. 2. Touch the [BAND] key or press the [Band] button on remote control to select the radio band. Each time the key is touched, the radio reception band changes between FM and AM.
HD Radio Operations English Auto Store Owner’s Manual The Auto Store is a function for storing up to 16 stations that are automatically tuned in sequentially. If 16 receivable stations cannot be received, a previously stored station remains unoverwritten at the memory position. 1. Touch the [Band] key to select the desired band. (FM or AM) 2. Touch the [Auto Store] key to start the Auto Store function. A beep sounds and the stations with good reception are stored automatically to the preset channels.
For your safety, the driver should not watch the VTR, etc. or operate the controls while driving. Please note that watching and operating the VTR, etc. while driving are prohibited by law in some countries. Switching to AUX IN / AV IN mode Touch [AUX IN] or [AV IN] key on Main Menu to select desired mode (when unit is reading). The LCD will display the external video. The screen will display “No Video” menu, if there is no video signal.
Setup Operations English Owner’s Manual You can customize the various settings of this unit from the Settings screen. Touch [Settings] key on the Main Menu screen. The Setting menu screen will be displayed. Touch the [Main] key to return to the Main screen. General Settings 1. Touch the [General] key. The general setting screen appears. The screen includes: Clock, Clock Mode, Radio, and Version. 2. Touch the desired tab key and perform the basic adjustments.
Owner’s Manual The Others Settings 1. Touch the key to set: Anti-theft code, Anti-theft, Bluetooth, Tel SP, Blinking, Beep GPS Time, DST, and Reset. 2. Touch the desired tab key and perform the adjustments. • Anti-theft code Use this item to set or remove anti-theft code. If the code is set, there is a “Locked” indicator in the right side, but if the code is removed, “----” will be displayed.
English 8. TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL Owner’s Manual Problem Cause Measure Power does not turn on. (No sound is produced.) Fuse is blown. Replace with a fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse blows again, consult your store of purchase. Incorrect wiring. Consult your installation center. The microprocessor has malfunctioned due to noise, etc. Press the reset button with a thin rod. Note: When the Reset button is pressed, turn off the ACC power.
Measure The USB device has been inserted with wrong direction. Reversing the connection direction of the USB device, try it again. The USB connector is broken. Replace with a new USB device. The USB device is damaged. Connectors are loose. Disconnect the USB device and reconnect. If the device is still not recognized, try replacing with a different USB device. No sound heard with the display “NO FILE” shown. No MP3/WMA file is stored in the USB device. Store these files properly in the USB device.
TV/VTR (When connecting an optional TV tuner, etc.) English Owner’s Manual Problem Cause Measure The image is not displayed. The parking brake is not engaged. Check that the parking brake is engaged. The display is dark. The brightness control is too low. Adjust the brightness properly. The operating condition is not good. The temperature inside the vehicle may be 0˚C or lower. Set to an appropriate temperature (25˚C or so) and check it again.
English English 9. ERROR DISPLAY If an error occurs, one of the following displays is displayed. Take the measures described below to solve the problem. Display Cause Measure BAD DISC A disc is caught inside the DVD deck and is not ejected. This is a failure of DVD deck’s mechanism and consult your store of purchase. BAD DISC A disc cannot be played due to scratches, etc. Replace with a non-scratched, non-warped disc. BAD DISC A disc is loaded upside- down inside the DVD deck and does not play.
MP3 mode Bit rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,48kHz WMA mode Bit rate: 64 kbps to 192 kbps Sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,48kHz VX401 weight: 2.4 kg VZ401 dimensions: 178 mm Audio amplifier Maximum power output: 160W (40W x 4) Speaker impedance: 4 (4 to 8 allowable) General Power source voltage: 14.4 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V allowable) Ground: Negative Current consumption: 4.0 A @1 W Auto Antenna Rated Current: 500 mA less 46 50mm VZ401 weight: 2.4 kg Remote Control dimensions: 9.
English English INSTALLATION /WIRE CONNECTION GUIDE Owner’s Manual CONTENTS 1. Before Starting..................................................................... 47 2. Package Contents............................................................... 47 3. General Cautions................................................................. 47 4. Cautions On Installation...................................................... 48 5. Installing The Main Unit.......................................................
4. Cautions on Installation English Owner’s Manual 1. Prepare all articles necessary for installing the source unit before starting. 2. This model features an operation panel that slides forward. On some types of cars, the operation panel may make contact with the dashboard or gearshift lever, in which cause it cannot be installed. Before installing, check that the unit will not hamper operation of the gearshift lever or obstruct your view before selecting the installation location.
Mounting Screw Holes (Side View of the Main Unit) For NISSAN vehicle Owner’s Manual vehicle and follow the instructions in Figure 7. 2. Wire as shown in Section 7. 3. Reassemble and secure the unit in the dashboard and set the face panel and center panel. English This unit is designed for fixed installation in the dashboard. 1. When installing the main unit in NISSAN vehicles, use the parts attached to the unit and follow the instructions in Figure 6.
Installing the Main Unit in TOYOTA Vehicle English Install by using parts attached to the vehicle. (Screws marked vehicle.) are attached to the Owner’s Manual Main Unit 8- 8-Hexagonal Hexagonal screws screw (M5x8) (M5 Center Panel (* 2 ) 8) Mounting bracket Mounting bracket (1 pair for the (1 pair for left the left and right sides) *3 and right sides) Figure 77 Figure *2 Some panel openings are too small for the unit depending on the vehicle type and model.
English English 6. Cautions on Wiring Owner’s Manual 1. Be sure to turn the power off before wiring. 2. Be particularly careful where you route the wires. Keep them well away from the engine, and exhaust pipe, etc. Heat may damage the wires. 3. If the fuse should blow, check to see if the wiring is correct. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating as the original (15A FUSE). 4. To replace the fuse, remove the old fuse on the back of the unit and insert the new one.
7. Wire Connections English Owner’s Manual Note: • Before installing, be sure to disconnect the negative cable of the car battery. • In the optional devices, the RCA cables and the Connector cables are separately-sold items.
English English VZ401 HD Radio™ Tuner White Owner’s Manual Radio Antenna Jack Connector Cable Sirius Black Antenna Cable iPod/iPhone Refer to page 54 Navigation Connection Black Red Yellow White Red MIC External Microphone Connection VISUAL IN Black White Purple Red Red Black White Red Gray White VISUAL OUT Black Yellow Yellow CAMERA SWI Gray Yellow Video in White Audio/L Red Audio/R CCA-748 (sold separately) Subwoofer 1 Subwoofer 2 Line Out Rear R 4-Channel Amplifier Lin
English Owner’s Manual Yellow Black Purple Purple/Black Red Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Green Green/Black Blue/White Orange/White Blue Brown Grass-green Purple/White +12V main power Ground Rear right + Rear right +12V accessory Front right + Front right Front left + Front left Rear left + Rear left Amplifier turn-on cord Illumination Auto antenna Phone interrupt (*1) Parking brake cord Reverse gear cord Note: *1: Connecting the PHONE INTERRUPT terminal The phone interrupt will mute the audio if the
English Owner’s Manual Connect the cord to parking brake lamp ground in the meter panel. Note: • Connecting the parking brake cord to lamp ground allows you to watch iPod/iPhone video/DVD video/AV input when the parking brake is engaged. • When the parking brake cord is not connected, the monitor will not show any video sources. • If “AUDIO ONLY” appears on the screen just after turning on the ACC power of the car, release the parking brake while confirming safety, and then engage the parking brake again.
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. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.