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honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 2 WELCOME Your in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM is designed to give you and your family years of enjoyment. You can watch your favorite DVD-Video or Video-CD movies, you can listen to your favorite Audio-CD or MP3 albums, or plug-and-play a variety of standard video games. Please review these Operating Instructions to become familiar with the entertainment system's features and operation.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 1 Electrical Cautions and Warnings CAUTION Risk of electrical shock. Do not open DVD Player, LCD Screen, Remote Control, or FM Modulator. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of shock, do not remove the DVD Player, LCD Screen, Remote Control, or FM Modulator cover. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 2 Handling Discs To remove the disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges. Note on Discs Never stick labels on the surface of the disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen. Always handle the disc by the edges. Never touch the surface. To remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth, and wipe in a straight line from the center of the disc to the circumference.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 3 Contents 1. Quick Start 1.1. Stereo DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.2. 7” Flip Down LCD Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.3. Wireless Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.4. Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3.
honda dvd manual.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 1 1. Quick Start 1.1. Stereo DVD Player Turn the vehicle ignition key to ACC (I) or ON (II) to start using the DVD Player. Operating the system for an extended period of time with the engine OFF will run down the vehicle's battery. Press to turn the DVD Player ON/OFF. Press to switch to between MAIN/AUX Inputs. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to turn the FM Modulator ON/OFF. Press to advance to the next chapter.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 2 1. Quick Start 1.2. 7” Flip Down LCD Screen 1.3. Wireless Headphones An infrared transmitter transmits the audio signal to the headphones Headphone Receivers 1. Infrared Sensors Receive audio signals from the transmitter. 2. Battery Cover To replace the batteries, slide cover down. 3. Power Indicator LED Is lit when headphones are ON. 4. Power Switch Turns headphone power ON/OFF. 5. Volume Control Use to adjust headphone volume.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 3 1. Quick Start 1.4. Remote Control When using the remote, aim it at the infrared transmitter/receiver above the video display screen. (See 7" Flip Down LCD Screen, page 2) 4 5 1. PWR (DVD Player ON/OFF) 2. MENU Press to enter DVD Player Setup Menu if disc is loaded. Press to enter Disc Menu if disc is loaded. 3. DISP Press to display Disc Information 4. Up Arrow Press to navigate in the DVD menu and to control the zoom view area. 5.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 4 2. System Overview B A C A) DVD Player B) Wireless Headphone Infrared Transmitter / Remote Control Receiver C) 7" Color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen D) Infrared Wireless Headphones E) Remote Control F) FM Modulator - not shown D E GENERAL OPERATION NOTE Your DVD Player supports many different types of media (CD-DA, DVD-Video, Video-CD, etc.). You will notice some slight differences in operation between these types of media.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 5 2. System Overview FEATURES High performance 7" flip-down LCD screen with adjustable settings for Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, Sharpness, & Dimmer control. Auxiliary video and audio jacks (standard RCA style connectors) for connecting video games and video equipment. (See NOTE) Wireless infrared remote control for DVD Player. Connects to vehicle audio system. Support for both wide screen (16:9) and standard (4:3) viewing.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 6 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation AUDIO SYSTEM Turning on the FM Modulator will enable you to listen to audio from the in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM over the vehicle's speakers. To turn on the FM Modulator, press and hold the AUX button on either the Remote Control or DVD Player. NOTE: The wireless headphones remain operational regardless of the status of the FM Modulator. You must tune the vehicle's audio system to 88.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 7 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.2 Remote Control NOTE: When using the remote, aim it at the infrared transmitter above the video display screen. (See page 10). 1. PWR (DVD Player ON/OFF) 2. MENU Press to enter DVD Player Setup Menu if disc is not loaded, or is loaded and stopped. Press to enter Disc Menu if disc is loaded.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 8 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 7. ZOOM Press to zoom in on the screen video image. In zoom mode, the arrow keys can be used to change the view area on the screen. 8. Up Arrow Press to navigate in on-screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 9. Left Arrow Press to navigate in on-screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 10. Right Arrow Press to navigate in on-screen menus and to control the zoom view area. 11.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 9 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.3 Remote Battery Replacement 1. Battery replacement is usually required if the remote functions only when it is very close to the video display screen, or not at all. 2. Use your finger tip(s) to slide the battery cover down. 3. When replacing the battery, use two (2) AAA batteries, and install with the correct orientation as indicated on the remote.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 10 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.4 Flip-Down Screen 1 5 2 3 3 4 1. Vehicle Dome Light Switch Slide this switch to select Dome Light Off, Dome Light On, or Dome Light Door Activated. 2. Video Screen Release Push to release video screen from its closed position. 3. Integrated Dome Lights Controlled by Vehicle Dome Light Switch. 2x3W bulbs. 4. 7" (diagonal) color liquid crystal display screen 5.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 11 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.5 General Operating Tips Operating the system for extended period of time with the engine OFF will run down the vehicle's battery. When the ignition key is turned OFF, the in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM is also turned OFF. To prolong system life and to optimize radio performance, turn the DVD player power OFF when you are not using it.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 12 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.6. Inserting/Removing Disc INSERTING DISC To insert a disc, the vehicle ignition key must be turned to the ACC (I) or ON (II) position. (See NOTE) Insert the disc into the disc slot as shown in the picture above. Do not force the disc, as the DVD Player will grab the disc and load it into place.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 13 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.7. Play Operation Turn the ignition key ON (or ACC). Press the POWER button on the DVD Player. Insert a disc into the DVD Player. The disc should begin to play. Press the STOP button to discontinue play. Press the EJECT button to remove the disc. Note: This unit has a "Dual Stop Mode" feature. See section 3.15 Dual Stop Mode for an explanation of the feature.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 14 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.9. Next Operation While a disc is playing, momentarily press the NEXT button on either the remote control (see page 8, button 18) or the DVD Player (see page 6, button 3). The DVD Player will advance to the beginning of the next chapter or track, and then begin playing at that point. 3.10.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 15 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.12. Special Effects Play (DVD-Video Only) Slow Play (forward or reverse) While a disc is playing, press either the slow forward (see page 8, button 23) or slow reverse (see page 8, button 22). Play speed will decrease to 1/2 of normal speed. Pressing the button multiple times will further decrease the play speed from 1/2, to 1/3, to 1/4, to 1/5, to 1/6, and to 1/7 of normal speed.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 16 3. In -Vehicle Entertainment System Operation 3.13. MP3 Play MP3 On Screen Display When you are playing a MP3 CD, you will see the name of the folder on the top line of the screen. The names of the songs will be shown in the columns underneath. MP3 Playing Order When selected for play, folder selecting, or track selecting, files and folders are accessed in order in which they were written to the CD.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 17 4. Wireless Headphones Wireless Headphones To ensure the best performance from your wireless headphones, please read this carefully. 4.1. Special Features Automatic level control prevents input signal overloading. Uses high-frequency infrared light to assure a clean signal for clear reception. Adjustable headphone band for proper fit. Auto off battery power savings feature automatically turns off headphones when they are not worn on your head. 4.2.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 18 4. Wireless Headphones 4.3. Headphone Battery Replacement If you notice degraded sound or poor headphone performance, battery replacement maybe required. Use your finger tip(s) to slide the battery cover down. When replacing the battery, use 2xAAA batteries, making sure the battery polarity is correct. Replace the battery cover. 4.4. Operation Please read carefully to prevent damage to the headphones or your ears.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 19 5. Auxiliary Input Device Connection The in-VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM accepts video and audio RCA type connectors for all standard video games and video equipment (such as camcorders) in the auxiliary input jacks of the DVD Player. Playing Video Games Connect the video line to the YELLOW jack. Connect the left and right audio cables to the WHITE and RED jacks. Turn on the power to the video game. Turn the DVD Player ON.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 20 6. Care of the DVD Player Environmental Extremes DVD Players subjected to harsh environmental conditions may be damaged or operate at less than maximum performance.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 21 7. Troubleshooting Guide Symptom No Power. Vehicle ignition is ON, power indicator on DVD Player is OFF. Remote control does not work. Picture frozen on monitor. Remote control does not work. Player will not function, is operating in an incorrect manner. Player will not accept a disc. Picture is jittery or skips. Disc will not Play. No subtitles. No audio through the vehicle speakers. Possible Cause Blown fuse.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 22 7. Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Audio cannot be heard through the headphone. Power switch on headphone is OFF. Volume on headphone set too low. Batteries in headphone are exhausted. Vehicle speaker system is too loud. Desire radio but video system audio is heard through the vehicle speakers. Erratic or no operation. FM Modulator is turned ON. Turn power switch on headphone ON. Raise volume on headphone.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 23 8. Specifications VIDEO PLAYER SPECIFICATIONS Media Compatability Video System Audio System Mechanism Style Video System Video Performance Horizontal Resolution Video S/N Ratio Input AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS (OUTPUT) DVD-VIDEO, CD-DA, MP3, CD-R, Video CD NTSC MPEG I, MPEG II Direct Load: 5” (12cm) Disc 16:9 (Default), 4:3 Letter Box, 4:3 Pan Scan Output Level: 1.0Vp-p / 75OHM TV-LINE > 500 > 65dB 0.5 V p-p to 2.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 24 8. Specifications For further improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without prior notice. NOTE: 1. 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 provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
honda dvd manual.qxd 9/28/2004 8:33 AM Page 25 9. Dome Light Replacement 1. Turn the Monitor dome light switch to the OFF position. 2. Insert a small straight blade screw driver into the rear slot on the light lens. (see Fig. 1) Gently pivot the screw driver toward the rear of the monitor. The lens should pop out slightly. 3. Pivot the lens away from the monitor and towards the front of the monitor. 4. Remove the bulb by pushing toward the front clip. 5. Replace with a 12 V - 3 watt bulb.
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