9” Portable DVD Player PDM-1035 Operation Manual 20050329 1
Safety Instructions Read and keep the operation manual book. After opening the package, please carefully read this manual and follow all safety and operation instructions. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference. Warning: This indicates that, "There is a risk of injury or death.” Caution: This mark indicates that, "There is a risk of injury or physical damage". Before operation Warning Power supply: Power supply must be correspond to the standard indicated on the cabinet.
Safety Instructions Do not install the product in a position where it will interfere with the operation of an automotive air bag. The air bag may fail to operate properly or the product could become dislodged by an air bag operation, causing an accident and/or injury. Do not expose the product to excessive heat. This could cause the product to start smoking or ignite, or cause electrical shock or other malfunction in some cases. Unplug all the equipment before connecting.
Safety Instructions This product has been listed as class 1 laser product. The mark is on the rear panel. The apparatus shall be connected to an AC power outlet with a protective grounded connection. Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Do not open the top cover while the unit is operating. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. Beware of unit falling or tipping over when moving.
Safety Instructions Caution Notes on discs: Do not play the discs that damaged or warped, including discs with cracks, scratches or parts missing; discs with burrs; poor quality discs. Route all cords so that they do not interfere with driving or with entering or exiting the car. Run the cords so that they do not wrap around the steering wheel, brake pedal, etc. or around your feet. Secure all the cords together. Use the product at the proper volume setting.
Safety Instructions Preservation and Cleaning Warning Do not use any volatile agents such as gasoline or paint thinners to clean the product. Never use any volatile materials to clean the product, because they may damage the surface of the player. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning. Store in a proper place Store the product in a clean, dry place, avoid direct sunlight and moisture. Caution Unplug the product when not used for a long period of time.
Features High-quality audio and video AV input: External Audio, Video input can be connected to most external AV sources. AV Out: Analog Audio output and video output. Excellent sound: Dolby Digital delivers great sound. Advanced Playing Functions Compatibility: Compatible with DVD, CD and Picture CD disks. On-screen Display: You can choose from English, Spanish, French, German or Italian for the On-screen Display language.
Accessories Accessories List ITEM NAME QTY Remote Control (with battery) 1 Carrying Case 1 DC Adapter (Car Adapter) 1 Rechargeable Battery Pack 1 Operation Manual 1 Power Supply Cord with AC Adapter 1 Headphone 2 Audio/Video Cable 1 NOTE Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to change without prior notice 8
Contents Safety Instructions …………………………………………..1 Features …………………………………………...6 Accessories …………………………………………...7 View of Main Unit …………………………………………...9 View of Side Panels …………………………………………..11 View of Main Unit Bottom …………………………………………..12 Remote Control …………………………………………..13 Battery Installation for RC …………………………………………..15 System Connections …………………………………………..16 Power Supply Preparation …………………………………………..18 Rechargeable Battery …………………………………………..19 Notes on Discs …………………………………………..
View of Unit 1.TFT LCD 2.Speakers Two speakers output high quality stereo sound. 3. / button, / button / : direction button and button for search disc backward / : direction button and button for search disc forward 4. / , / / : direction button and button for play the previous track. / : direction button and button for play the next track. 5. ENT button Press to access playback, or confirm your selection.
View of Unit 6. (Stop) button Press to stop playback. Then press button to resume playback from the stopped spot. Press this button twice to stop playback completely. 7. (PLAY/PAUSE) button Press once to pause the playback, and press it again to resume the playback. 8. MENU button Press to display or cancel the menu. 9.TITLE button Press to display the title menu if it exists in the disc. 10.ZOOM button Press to realize various zoom effects. 11.SETUP button Press to enter the player’s system setup. 12.
View of Side Panels Right Side View 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. VOLUME Control For adjusting the sound level of speakers or headphones Headphone Jack When headphones are plugged into the unit, the speakers automatically turn off. AUDIO input/output Jack For connecting to an external amplifier or audio source VIDEO input/output Jack For connecting to an external monitor or video source AV IN / DVD Switch Switch to AV IN to input the external AV source; switch to DVD to playback the disc DC 9.
View of Unit Bottom View of the bottom 1. Docking Jack This portable DVD player is designed with a Docking Jack on the bottom. The Docking Jack is designed for connecting to an optional external Docking Station for expanded functions. The Docking Station features an electrical connection interface that enables the portable DVD to effectively serve as a desktop DVD. It is integrated with connectors for peripheral devices to eliminate complicated connections and save valuable space around the unit.
Remote Control 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. PWR button Press to access standby mode or playback mode. INFO button Press to display the detailed information of the disc during playing. Press this button again to exit from the information display.. TITLE button Press to display title menu if it exits in the disc. Direction button Press to select different options. ENTER button Press to access playback, or confirm your selection. SETUP button Press to enter the player’s system setup.
Remote Control 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. PREV button Press to return to the previous list or the previous track or chapter. If it is a DVD disc, it needs to press this button twice to return to the previous track. NEXT button Press to skip to the next list, track or chapter. SUBT button Press to select different subtitle languages if there are multiple subtitle languages existing in the disc.
Battery Installation for Remote Control Installation Steps Follow the steps below to install the battery. Step1: Pull the battery holder out from the remote control in the direction of the arrow. Step 2: Load a new battery properly with the (+) sided up. Step3: Insert the battery holder back into the original position. Battery Property Battery Type: CR2025 3V Battery Life: Approximately 1 year under normal use (at room temperature). Caution 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
System Connections z z Always ensure that the DVD player, TV and any other electrical equipment to be connected with are switched off and unplugged from the power supply. Ensure that you observe the color coding when connecting audio and video cables. Connecting to TV Audio/Video connections Follow the drawings below to connect the DVD player to TV's Audio/Video inputs with Audio/Video cables. Connecting to Amplifier Refer to your Audio equipment's manual before connection.
System Connections Connecting to External AV Source The player supports an AV signal input function. Use the audio/video cable to connect the unit to an external AV signal source such as a DVD, VCR etc. After connecting, switch the DVD/AV IN to AV IN. NOTE: Noise may occur in speakers when there is an external audio signal input while playing a DVD disc. Unplug the audio cord to clear the noise. Connecting to Headphones Connect headphones to the headphone jack on each side of the unit.
Power Supply Preparation Using the AC Adapter The player is supplied with an AC adapter for powering the unit and charging the battery. 1. Connect AC adapter to the right side of the DVD player in the jack marked DC 9.5V IN, as shown on the right. 2. Plug the two-prong end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. The power indicator lights red. Note: Turn player's power off before unplugging. Note: When using the adapter, the LCD screen will be brighter than with the rechargeable battery.
Rechargeable Battery About Rechargeable Battery Pack Your portable DVD player comes with a lithium ion rechargeable battery that attaches to the rear of the DVD player. Charge the battery fully before initial use. Charging time is normally about 5 hours. A fully charged battery delivers about 3 hours of use, but playing time varies from disc to disc. If the battery will not be used for a long period of time, fully charge the battery prior to storage.
Rechargeable Battery Attaching the Battery Pack Refer to the following steps for attaching the Battery Pack: 1. Make sure the player is off and the AC or car adapter is disconnected. 2. Place the DVD player on a soft and smooth surface with the bottom of the unit facing up. 3. With one hand on the DVD player to prevent it from moving, take the battery and align the plastic tabs on the battery pack with holes on the player, and push the battery pack into the DVD player. 4.
Rechargeable Battery Detaching the Battery Pack If the DVD Player is not going to be used for long periods of time, the battery pack should first be fully charged and then detached. When the DVD Player is turned OFF, the DVD Player is still consuming some power in STANDBY mode. This will eventually discharge the battery. Make sure the power is turned OFF and the AC or car adapter is disconnected before detaching the Battery Pack. To detach the Battery Pack: 1.
Notes on Discs Compatible Disc Formats DISC LOGO DIAMETER 12cm DVD 8cm PLAYBACK TIME/ PLAYABLE SIDES 133 min (SS-SL) 242 min (SS-DL) 266 min (DS-SL) 484 min (DS-DL) 41 min (SS-SL) 75 min (SS-DL) 82 min (DS-SL) 150 min (DS-DL) 12cm 74 min 8cm 20 min CD 12cm JPEG Operation methods of some DVD discs are specified by the software manufacturer. Please follow the instructions of the disc.
Playback Operation PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR DVD PLAYER FOR THE FIRST TIME. WARNING: Do not play poor-quality discs to avoid damaging the lens. Pre-operation 1. Connect the unit to power supply through the provided AC adaptor. 2. Switch “POWER ON/OFF” to “ON” on the left panel to turn on the DVD player. The main unit power indicator lights green and screen displays the mark logo. 3.
Playback Operation Basic Operation (continued) ZOOM button For DVD disc, press ZOOM button to display the image as 2x-3x-4x-1/2-1/3-1/4-normal size in sequence. For JPEG disc, press ZOOM button first, then press button to enlarge the picture as follows: 125%-150%-200%; press button to reduce the picture as follows:75%-50%. This function is not available for CD discs. A-B button In normal playback, press A-B button to select the segment that you want to play repeatedly.
Playback Operation DVD Playback (continued) MENU button & buttons & buttons INFO button AUDIO button Press MENU button during play. The root menu will appear on the TFT screen. Press MENU again to resume the normal playback. Press (direction buttons) to select the title or disc menu item you wish to play, and press ENTER button or ENT (on the front panel) to confirm.
Playback Operation DVD Playback (continued) When a DVD is playing, press SUBT button to select a subtitle language or to turn subtitle off. A DVD disc can be recorded with at most 32 subtitles. Press SUBT button repeatedly, the mode of subtitles will recycle as follows: SUBT button SUBTITLE 1/N: Subtitle 1 appears on the screen. SUBTITLE 2/N: Subtitle 2 appears on the screen. SUBTITLE */N: Subtitle * appears on the screen SUBTITLE OFF: No subtitle.
Playback Operation DVD Playback (continued) SLOW button ANGLE button Press SLOW button to play the disc slow forward and slow rewind as following: s.f.1/2 – s.f.1/4 – s.f.1/8 – s.f.1/16 – s.r.1/2 - s.r.1/4 - s.r.1/8 - s.r.1/16 (s.f.:slow forward, s.r.: slow rewind).Press PLAY or (on the front panel) to resume normal playback. Press ANGLE button to play the disc in multi-angle.
Playback Operation CD Playback Buttons Operation PAUSE/ button STOP/ button Press PAUSE button to pause during play, and press it again to resume normal play. During playback, press STOP button once to stop playing, then press PLAY button to resume normal playback from the place where STOP button is pressed. Press it twice repeatedly to stop playback completely. Press button to pause during play, then press it again to resume normal play.
Playback Operation CD Playback (continued) Press INFO button for detailed information on the disc playing. Press it repeatedly to display as follows: INFO button Note: * refers to the playing track number. N refers to the total track numbers of the disc. AUDIO button Press AUDIO button to select desired sound effect. Press it repeatedly, the display will be as follows: Mono Left Mono Right Mix-Mono Stereo Keep pressing for about 2 seconds to remove display from screen.
Playback Operation Picture CD Playback Pre-operation 1. Load a Picture CD in the disc tray, the player will search and play disc automatically. 2.The screen displays the Root Folder with several subdirectories/subfolders Use , buttons on the remote control to select desired folder. (See page 36) Then you can press any of the buttons below to confirm your selection: , ENTER, PLAY, (on the remote control), , ENT, (on the front panel), 3.The screen enters the selected subfolder with several files.
Playback Operation Picture CD Playback (continued) REP button MENU button GOTO button Press REP button to repeat a file, folder in sequence. Press it repeatedly, the display will be as follows: Shuffle Random Single Repeat One Repeat All Repeat Off Shuffle refers to repeat files of current folder randomly without obeying the original order. Random refers to play the files of current folder discretionarily without obeying the original order.
Playback Operation Picture CD Playback (continued) Picture Rotate While viewing a picture, use direction buttons , , , to rotate the picture.
System Setup You can change the default settings of this unit to customize its performance to your own preference. Note: Set the system up while play is stopped or there is no disk in the player. To set up your system: 1.Press the SETUP button on the remote control. 2.The setup menu will appear on the screen. It includes General Setup Page, Speaker setup page, Dolby digital setup, Video setup page and Preference page.
System Setup General Setup Page 2.Angle Mark This item is used to turn the Angle Mark on or off. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item. Press or button to choose turn angle mark on or off. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Press to exit from this item. 3.OSD Language This item is used to set the OSD (on-screen display) language. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item.
System Setup Speaker Setup Page The item included in this sub-menu is shown as the left. 1.Downmix This item is used to set downmix mode. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item. It includes Lt/Rt and stereo, stereo by default. Note: The function of Lt/Rt is to output mixed audio in the format provided by Dolby. The function of stereo is to output stereo signal. Press or button to choose the proper one. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
System Setup Dolby Digital Setup 2.Dynamic This item is used to adjust linear dynamic compression rate to get different signal compression Effects. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item. Then the item will show as the left. Press or to choose the proper level. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Press to exit from this item. Video Setup Page The items included in this sub-menu are shown as the left. 1.
System Setup Video Setup Page 3. Contrast This item is used to adjust contrast level of the Screen. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item. Press or button to reach the desired level. The default level is 00. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Preference page The items included in this sub-menu are Shown as the left. Note: This sub-menu can only appears when there is no disc in the DVD drive. 1.
System Setup Preference page 2. Subtitle This item is used to set the language of subtitle. Press or button to highlight this item. Press ENTER or to enter the setup of this item. The available languages are English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Thai by default. Press or button to choose the preferred Language. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Press to exit from this item. 3. Disc Menu This item is used to set the language of subtitle.
Carrying Case Thank you for purchasing a 1-Zip or 2-Zip Portable DVD Player Case. Please read and follow these instructions carefully when attaching your case inside your vehicle. For ease of installation, do not place the DVD player into the case until after the case is attached inside the vehicle. 1-Zip 2-Zip A photo of the 2-zip case was used in the instructions below. Instructions for the 1-zip case are identical. CAUTION 1. 2. 3.
To attach the DVD Player Case to a seat back (Photos 1 & 2): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Definitions Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio. Letterbox screen This refers to a screen on which the playback picture of wide-screen DVDs appears with black bands running along the top and bottom. Pan & Scan screen This refers to a screen on which the playback picture of wide-screen DVDs is cut off at the left and right sides.
Troubleshooting If you suspect there is something wrong with the DVD player, immediately turn the power off. Disconnect the power connector and check that there is no smoke or excessive heat coming from the unit. Never open or try to repair the unit yourself. There are no user serviceable parts inside. PROBLEM The player cannot play. POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE The disc cover may not be closed. Close the disc cover. There may not be any discs in the DVD drive. Put a disc in to the DVD drive.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM There is no picture. Poor AV performance. The remote control does not work POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The LCD may be off or not be in correct video mode. Turn on the LCD and choose the correct video mode. The system connection may be not correct. Connect correctly. The unit may be not in AV out mode. Switch AV tab on the bottom of the unit to out. The disc may be dirty or warped. Clean or change the disc.
Specifications TFT screen size 10 inches Laser Wavelength 780/650 nm Video System NTSC 20Hz～20kHz Frequency Response ±2.5dB Audio Signal-to-noise Rate ≥85dB Audio distortion + noise ≤－70dB (1kHz) Channel Separation ≥70dB (1kHz) Dynamic Range ≥80dB (1kHz) Audio Out Video Out Power Analog Audio Out Video Out 0.2 Out level: 1.5V±1.0 , Load: 10kΩ Out Level:1V p-p±0.
For service, support and warranty information, visit www.polaroidelectronics.com or in the US call 1-866-289-5168, in Canada call 1-866-301-7922 and in Mexico call 01-800-400-2443. “Polaroid” is a registered trademark of Polaroid Corporation of Waltham, MA USA and licensed for use on the PDM-1035 to Petters Consumer Brands, LLC.
