VM9224 CONTENTS 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 VM9224 Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum enjoyment. Features ................................................................................................................................ 1 Controls and Indicators ........................................
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VM9224 FEATURES Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9224 Mobile Multimedia Receiver. It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We recommend having your Jensen VM9224 installed by a reputable installation shop.
VM9224 General • Navigation Ready (NAV102) • Bluetooth Ready (with purchase of BTM10) providing hands-free profile for safety / convenience and A2DP profile for streaming music from a PDA / PMP • One Composite Video Output for Additional Screens • Front Panel Audio/Video Input • Three-Band Tone control (Bass, Mid and Treble) with Eight Preset EQ Curves • Front Panel A/V Aux Input for Portable Media Devices • Front, Rear and Subwoofer Line Output • Programmable Volume Control • Rear Camera Input (Normal and
VM9224 WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and viewing could interfere with safe driving conditions. WARNING! To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except when using for rear view video camera) never use the video display function while driving the vehicle. This is a violation of federal law. WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit. WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or fire, never expose this unit to moisture or water. WARNING! Never use irregular discs.
VM9224 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 1. Disc Slot 2. EJECT Press to eject a disc. Press and hold to reset core mechanism position. 3. SRC Press to turn the unit on. Press and hold to turn the unit off. When on, press once to select playing mode. 4. NAV Press to display the navigation user interface. 5. TFT Display 6. Rotary Encoder Rotate to adjust the volume. While in the audio menu, press and release to enter and/or confirm audio settings. Press to activate the MUTE function and silence the receiver.
VM9224 1 2 3 EJECT 4 5 6 7 8 MUTE OPEN 9 10 5
VM9224 Image/Display Settings Video Output Modes Table 2 shows the video output mode for each playing source. Table 2: Video Output Modes Playing Source Video Output Modes AM/FM TUNER RGB Mode DVD RGB Mode AUX IN CVBS Mode *CVBS – Composite Video Baseband Signal Picture Adjustment To adjust monitor display settings, perform the floowing steps: 1. Long-press the NAV button on the front panel repeatedly to move from the “BRIGHT” setting to “CONTRAST”. 2.
VM9224 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power On / Off Press the /SRC button (4) on the unit to turn the unit on. The buttons on the front of the unit light up and the current mode status appears in the LCD (7). Press and hold the button to power off the unit. Audible Beep Confirmation An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The Beep tone can be disabled through the Setup menu. Mute/Line Mute Press the rotary encoder button (7) on the front panel to mute the volume from the unit.
VM9224 Touch the RADIO, DISC, USB1, USB2, SD, BT, NAV, AUX or CAMERA button to select the corresponding source. NOTE: If an iPod is attached to a USB1 port, “IPOD” appears instead of the text “USB1.” External Devices External peripheral devices, including a game console, camcorder, navigation unit, iPod, Zune, etc. can be connected to this unit via RCA output using an A/V Media Adapter Cable (not included). MUTE Right Audio 1 Left Audio Ground V ideo 4 2 3 3.
VM9224 encoder while the speaker icon and level indication is displayed on the screen. The unit will beep to confirm your turn-on volume setting. Audio Control Menu The Audio Control feature allows you to easily adjust your audio system to meet the acoustical characteristics of your vehicle, which vary depending on the type of vehicle and its measurements. Proper setting of the Fader and Balance boosts the effects of the cabin equalizer.
VM9224 The Audio menu will automatically exit after a few seconds of inactivity. To exit quickly, touch the top left corner of the screen. System Reset To correct a system halt or other illegal operation, use the tip of a pen to press the reset button (10) located on the front bottom-right corner of the unit. After a system reset, the unit restores all factory default settings. [RESET] Button NOTE: If the unit is reset while a DVD is playing, the DVD resumes play once the reset is complete.
VM9224 SETUP MENU To access system settings, touch the button on the screen to enter the “SETUP” menu. The “GENERAL” sub-menu appears highlighted in blue. 05:33 AM RADIO RDS Bluetooth Rating Hardware P.VOL TS Cal DEMO SETUP MENU General Language Clock Mode Clock Tuner Region Beep Audio Back 12Hr 04 : 31 AM USA On Accessing Menu Items Touch the sub-menu name, touch the <<, >>, |<<, or >>| direction on the screen to select a sub-menu (Language, Audio, RDS, etc.).
VM9224 3. Select a new value by using the touchscreen . 4. Use the touchscreen to confirm setup. General Sub-menu Features Setting Options Function Clock Mode 12Hr Clock displays 12 hour time using AM and PM. 24Hr Clock displays 24 hour time up to 23:59. Clock (HH:MM) Clock appears in the top right corner of the screen and on the LCD screen during certain operations. NOTE: The AM/PM indication will change as you continue to adjust the hour past 12.
VM9224 Language Sub-menu Features If a DVD supports more than 1 Subtitle or Audio language, all the languages are available for selection during playback. If the selected language is not supported by the DVD, then the default language is used. Setting Options Function Language English On Screen Display appears in English. Subtitle English DVD subtitles automatically appear in English when available. Auto DVD subtitles appear according to the default subtitle language specified on the disc.
VM9224 Bluetooth Sub-menu Features Setting Bluetooth Connect Auto Answer Options Function Off Disable Bluetooth function. On Enable Bluetooth function. Manual Connect the last active mobile phone by touching the CONNECT icon when disconnected. Auto Automatically connect when your paired phone is in range. Manual Manually answer calls by touching the “call” button. Auto The unit automatically answers all incoming calls. Pairing Code The default code is “1234”.
VM9224 NOTE: Record the password and keep it in a safe place for future reference. The rating for each disc is marked on the disc, disc packing, or documentation. If the rating is not available on the disc, the parental lock feature is unavailable. Some discs restrict only portions of the disc and the appropriate content will play. For details, please refer to the disc description.
VM9224 P.VOL Sub-menu Features Setting Source Options RADIO DISC Function Choose a source for which you would like to increase the relative volume (LEVEL). USB1 USB2 SD BT NAV AUX CAMERA Level 0-6 Increase relative volume for specified source up to 6 decibels. TS Cal (Screen Calibration) To access the “Screen Calibration” function from the SETUP menu, select the “TS CAL” option. After entering calibration mode, a crosshair appears in a corner quadrant of the screen.
VM9224 TUNER OPERATION Tuner TFT Display 8 17 RADIO 1 4 2 10 21 FM-1 9 22 19 LOC PTY 3 01:02 PM P1 87.5 MHz ST E Q 5 RDS P1 87.5 MHz P2 90.1 MHz 14 20 P3 98.1 MHz 12 PS P4 106.1MHz P5 107.9MHz 13 P6 102.9MHz 6 1/2 BAND PS: 11 7 16 15 MEM 18 24 PTY AS 23 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
VM9224 16. 1/2: Touch to view a second screen of menu choices 17. : Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source 18. MEM: View screen used to enter current channel into preset memory 19. : Touch to view the SETUP menu 20. PS (Preview Scan): Touch to scan all stations available, stopping for 5 seconds at each and continuing until a station is selected 21. PTY Indicator 22. RDS Indicator 23. AS: Touch to automatically store stations 24. PTY: Touch to activate the PTY function 25.
VM9224 Direct Tuning To enter a radio station directly, touch the entry menu. button to display the direct FM: _ _ _ . _ MHz 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Clear Exit Enter Enter the desired radio station using the on-screen number pad. Press the Enter button to tune to the selected station. To exit the screen without changing the station, touch Exit. To clear your entry and start over, touch Clear. Using Preset Stations Six numbered preset buttons store and recall stations for each band.
VM9224 Recalling a Station 1. Select a band (if needed). 2. Touch an on-screen preset button (6) to select the corresponding stored station. P1 87.5 MHz P2 90.1 MHz P3 98.1 MHz P4 106.1MHz P5 107.9MHz P6 102.9MHz Auto Store/Preview Scan (AS/PS) Auto Store (AS) To select six strong stations and store them in the current band: 1. Select a band (if needed). 2. Touch the AS button (23) on page 2/2 of the on-screen controls to activate the Auto Store function.
VM9224 DVD/VCD VIDEO OPERATION NOTE: When properly installed, DVD video cannot be displayed on the main TFT screen unless the parking brake is applied. If you attempt to play a DVD while the vehicle is moving, the TFT screen displays “PARKING” with a blue background. Rear video screens, if applicable, will operate normally. Inserting a Disc Upon inserting a DVD disc, DVD mode is entered and disc play begins.
VM9224 Controlling Playback To access the on-screen controls, touch the bottom 1/3 of the screen while a DVD is playing. Touch the 1/2 button to view a second page of controls 1/2 AUDIO A-B SUBTITLE 1/2 TITLE MENU 2/2 DISP Stopping Playback Touch the stop button ( ) on the screen to stop DVD play. Pausing Playback Touch the play/pause button (>) on the screen to suspend or resume disc play. Slow Motion Playback Touch the << button on the screen to play the current title in slow motion.
VM9224 NOTE: For VCD play, the repeat function is not available if PBC is on. Sectional Repeat Function (A-B) Use the A-B function to define a specific area of a disc to repeat. • Touch the A-B button on screen to set the start point (A) of the repeated section. • Touch the REPT A-B button again once you reach the desired end point (B) of the repeated section. The selected portion of the DVD will now repeat continuously.
VM9224 Direct Chapter / Track Selection Touch Screen Direct Entry To select a chapter/track directly, touch the display the direct entry menu. button on screen control to Chapter: _ _ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Clear Exit Enter Enter the desired chapter/track using the on-screen number pad. Press the Enter button to tune to the selected station. To exit the screen without changing the station, touch Exit. To clear your entry and start over, touch Clear.
VM9224 PBC - Play Back Control (VCD Only) For VCDs with play back functionality, play back control (PBC) provides additional controls for VCD playback. Touch the PBC on the 1/2 of the screen to toggle the PBC function “On”/”Off”. Once PBC is on, playback starts from track one of the play list. NOTE: When PBC is activated, fast forward, slow playback, and previous/next track are available. Repeat and direct track selection are not available.
VM9224 Table 5: Disc Symbols Symbol Meaning Number of voice languages recorded. The number inside the icon indicates the number languages on the disc (maximum of 8). Number of subtitle languages available on the disc (maximum of 32). Number of angles provided (maximum of 9). Aspect ratios available. “LB” stands for Letter Box and “PS” stands for Pan/Scan. In the example on the left, the 16:9 video can be converted to Letter Box video. Indicates the region code where the disc can be played.
VM9224 DVD/CD AUDIO OPERATION Instructions for TFT control and Insert/Eject are the same for DVD and CD operation. Please see the DVD/Disc Video Operation section for information about these topics. The VM9224 will play music or other audio files from the following disc media: • CD-DA • CD-R/RW • DVD • DVD+R/RW • DVD-R/RW Upon inserting a disc with the TFT screen open, the disc and track title (if available), along with the track number and playing time appear on the screen.
VM9224 11. <<: Touch to rewind current track 12. Touch to activate/deactivate Repeat play mode 13. Touch to activate/deactivate Random mode 14. : Touch to access the direct entry screen 15. : Touch to view the SETUP menu 16. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings 17. Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source Controlling Playback Stopping Playback Touch the button on screen to stop disc play. To resume playback, touch the /|| button on screen.
VM9224 NOTE: CD-R and CD-RW will not play unless the recording session is finalized. Fast Forward Touch the >> button on screen to fast forward. Keep pressing and releasing the button to increase the rate from “x2” to “x4”, “x8”, and “x20”. Press the >/|| button to resume normal playback. Direct Track Entry To select a track directly, touch the direct entry menu.
VM9224 MP3/WMA OPERATION Instructions for TFT control and Insert/Eject are the same for DVD and MP3 operation. Please see the DVD/Disc Video Operation section for information about these topics. Media and File Requirements This player allows you to play back MP3 and WMA files recorded onto CD-R/ RWs, DVD+R/RWs, and DVD-R/RWs. For CD-RW discs, please make sure it is formatted using the full method and not the quick method to prevent illegal disc operation.
VM9224 For example, a medium with the following folder/file hierarchy is subject to Folder Search, File Search or Folder Select, as shown below. The VM9224 player will only recognize three folder levels and does not display folders containing only other folders. In the example above, the unit will display folders 3, 4, 6, and 8, but not 2 and 7 since they do not contain any tracks directly. Folder 5 is not recognized at all since it is at the fourth level.
VM9224 3. Insert the USB device or SD card into the appropriate connector. The unit will read the audio/video files automatically. To remove the USB device or SD card, press the SRC button (4) to switch to another mode and then remove the device from the connector. MP3 User Interface The on-screen indicators and touch key areas for MP3 playback are outlined below.
VM9224 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. >>: Touch to Fast Forward x2, x4, x8, x20 <<: Touch to Fast Backward x2, x4, x8, x20 DIR -: Touch to view the previous folder DIR +: Touch to view the next folder : Touch to access the direct entry screen 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
VM9224 Repeat Playback on the screen to alter repeat mode according to the following: Press the Repeat Single, Folder Repeat, Repeat Off. NOTE: CD-R and CD-RW will not play unless the recording session is finalized. Direct Track Entry Touch the button (see “Direct Track Entry” on page 30).
VM9224 iPod OPERATION NOTE: Be sure your iPod has the latest Apple firmware installed to avoid connectivity issues. Accessing iPod Mode This unit is Made for iPod. You can control your iPod via touch screen to access Playlist, Artist, Album, Songs, etc.
VM9224 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Current time File titles ID3 information (Artist/Album) OK: Touch to “Enter” Touch to play all files in random order >>|: Touch to move to next file |<<: Touch to move to previous file MENU: Touch to view the iPod main menu : Touch to play/pause disc playback Touch for Repeat File > Repeat Folder Touch to view the album art screen 14. : Touch to view the SETUP menu 15. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings 16.
VM9224 During music playback, the following screen is displayed: 01:02 PM iPod2 4/412 E Q Ain't That A Shame Dream Police ALBUM ART Cheap Trick 01:18 05:12 • • To return to the iPod music menu from the album art screen, press . To return to the Video or Photo menu while viewing video or photo, touch the screen. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse Press and hold the |<< or >>| buttons on screen for 1 second and continue to hold for fast forward or fast reverse. Release to resume normal play.
VM9224 NOTE: To transmit the video from your iPod to the VM9224 screen, you must set the following options through the iPod video settings menu: TV Out = On, TV Signal = NTSC, and Widescreen = On. NOTE: After disconnecting your iPod, the VM9224 will always return to the last mode accessed when the iPod is plugged back into the unit.
VM9224 BLUETOOTH OPERATION NOTE: Bluetooth operation requires optional BTM10 accessory. About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless radio connectivity technology that is developed as a cable replacement for mobile phones, handheld PCs and other devices. Bluetooth operates in 2.4 GHz frequency range and transmits voice and data at speeds up to 1 megabit per second. Bluetooth was launched by a special interest group (SIG) comprised of Ericsson Inc., Intel Corp., Nokia Corp.
VM9224 • • • • • Some mobile phones (like Sony Ericsson) may have a "Power Saving Mode" option. PLEASE DO NOT use the power saving mode with the VM9224. Before accepting or making a call, make sure your mobile phone's “Bluetooth function” is turned on. To ensure the best conversation quality/performance, stay within one meter of the BTM10 when talking. To “disconnect” the mobile phone from the head unit, turn the Bluetooth connectivity off on the mobile phone or touch the button.
VM9224 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Current connection status/device connected Current time Bluetooth menu Current operation status Toggle Music/Phone menu Transfer active call back to handset Pair your Bluetooth phone (first time use) Exit call listing display Connect/disconnect Bluetooth device (phone, PDA, personal music player, etc.) with hand-free function 10. Mute/un-mute microphone during active call 11. Answer incoming call/make call 12.
VM9224 Pairing the Bluetooth System with Your Mobile Phone and Head Unit 1. Press the button (7) to initiate the pairing process. Keep the mobile phone within 2 meters of the head unit when pairing. (To terminate the pairing process, press the button again.) 2. Select the Bluetooth setup option on the mobile phone to be paired (please refer to the phone’s instruction manual to learn how to enter Bluetooth setup, turn Bluetooth on/off, and perform pairing).
VM9224 NOTE: The TALK button on the BTM10 can be used to answer calls or hang up. For best reception, speak loudly and clearly. To end the conversation, press the button (12). The screen will display the call duration for 3 seconds, and then return to the previous mode. Rejecting an Incoming Call Touch the button to reject an incoming call. The call will revert to your phone and can be answered directly or left for voice mail.
VM9224 Call Transfer While talking, to transfer audio from the head unit back to the mobile phone, touch the button (6). The TFT will display “Transfer”. You can only transfer a call after it has been answered. Menu List The menu list appears on the left side of the screen and can be accessed from other modes by touching the MENU button on the right side of the screen. NOTE: Not all phones allow access to missed, received or dialed calls and some will not allow uploading of your phone’s address book.
VM9224 NOTE: Some mobile phones do not support Phone Book upload through Bluetooth. This is a limitation of the phone, not the VM9224. Bluetooth Setup Auto Answer You can choose to have the VM9224 automatically answer incoming calls to your paired Bluetooth phone. To turn “Auto answer” on: 1. Touch the button to view the SETUP menu. 2. Select the “Bluetooth” sub-menu. 3. Touch the area to the right of “Auto answer” to select “Auto”.
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VM9224 Table 6: Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Improper aspect ratio setup Use correct aspect ratio setting Auto antenna is not fully extended Connect the auto antenna control cable properly Auto antenna not properly connected Connect the auto antenna control cable properly LOCAL function is activated Turn LOCAL function off Cannot insert disc Disc already inside unit Eject current disc and insert new one Image blurred, distorted, or dark Disc is illegally copied Use origina
VM9224 Error Messages Table 7: Error Messages Message Displayed Cause Corrective Action Loading Disc is being read No Disc Disc is dirty Clean disc with soft cloth Disc is upside down Insert disc with label side up Disc not present in loading compartment Insert disc Bad Disc Disc is dirty Clean disc with soft cloth Disc is upside down Insert disc with label side up Unknown disc Disc format is not compatible with this unit Region Error DVD is not compatible with region code of unit Error
VM9224 Care and Maintenance 1. Use only a clean silicone cloth and neutral detergent to clean the front panel or monitor. A rough cloth and non-neutral detergent (such as alcohol) may result in scratching or discoloration. 2. Do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit. 3. If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a protective circuit automatically stops play of the disc. If this occurs, allow the unit to cool before operating the player again. 4.
VM9224 SPECIFICATIONS DVD/CD Player Compatible Disc Media: DVD + R / RW (Single and Dual Layer) and CD-R / RW Compatible Media Formats: CD-DA, MP3, WMA, VCD, SVCD, Xvid, AVI, MPEG1 / 2 Signal to Noise Ratio: >95dBA Dynamic Range: >95dB Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20 kHz, -3dB Channel Separation: > 60dB @ 1 kHz D/A Converter: High performance 24-bit / 192 kHz sample rate, Multi-Bit Sigma-Delta Modulator Video Format: NTSC, PAL (auto-detection) Output: 1Vp-p (75-ohm) Input: 1Vp-p (75-ohm) FM Tuner Tuning Ran
VM9224 Fuse: 15-amp, mini ATM type DIN chassis dimensions: 7" X 7" X 4" (178mm x 178mm x 50mm) CEA Power Ratings Power Output: 13 Watts RMS x 4 channels into 4-Ohms @ < 1% THD+N Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBA below reference (Reference: 1 Watt, 4-Ohms) Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, -3dB. (Aux Input used as reference input) Reference Supply Voltage: 14.4VDC *Specifications subject to change without notice.
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