User manual DUAL XDVD8181

XDVD8181 INSTALLATION/OWNER'S MANUAL DVD Multimedia Receiver with 7" Touch Screen Display TOUCH Safety Note: The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. XDVD8181 PREPARATION Table of Contents Page DVD Region Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Information/Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Preparation/Mounting/Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Control Locations - Monitor Close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Control Locations - Monitor Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Control Locations - Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-19 System Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anti-theft Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 System Screen Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 AM/FM Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 DVD Operation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-37 DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-40 SVCD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 CD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43 MP3/WMA Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45 Media Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 DVD Region Management Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. This player has been designed to play back DVD software that has been encoded for specific region areas. It cannot play back DVD software encoded for other region areas than the region areas for which it has been designed. The XDVD8181 will play discs labeled "Region 1" or "All". DVD region codes: 1 - USA, Canada - Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3 - Rep. of Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Parts of Southeast Asia 4 - Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, South America 5 - Eastern Europe, Russia, India, Africa 6 - China XDVD8181 PREPARATION Safety Information Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to install or operate. Due to its technical nature, it is highly recommended that your DUAL XDVD8181 is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. This product is only for use in vehicles with 1VDC negative ground only. Safety Notes: The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. To prevent damage or injury: 1. . 3. 4. 5. Make sure to ground the unit securely to the vehicle chassis ground. Do not remove the top or bottom covers of the unit. Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat or the possibility of water splashing. Do not subject the unit to excessive shock. When replacing a fuse, only use a new one with the prescribed rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause the unit to malfunction. 6. To prevent short circuits when replacing a fuse, disconnect the wiring harness first. 7. Use only the provided hardware and wire harness. 8. You cannot view video while the vehicle is moving. Find a safe place to park and engage the parking brake. 9. If you experience problems during installation, consult your nearest DUAL dealer. 10.If the unit malfunctions, reset the unit as described on page 11 first. If the problem still persists, consult your nearest DUAL dealer or call tech assistance @ 1-866-38-5476. 11.To clean the monitor, wipe only with a dry silicone cloth or soft cloth. Do not use a stiff cloth, or volatile solvents such as paint thinner and alcohol. They can scratch the surface of the panel and/or remove the printing. 1.When the temperature of the unit falls (as in winter), the liquid crystal inside the screen will become darker than usual. Normal brightness will return after using the monitor for a while. Additional notes: 1. When extending the ignition, battery or ground cables, make sure to use automotive-grade cables or other cables with an area of 0.75mm (AWG 18) or more to prevent voltage drops. . Do not touch the liquid crystal fluid if the LCD is damaged or broken. The liquid crystal fluid may be hazardous to your health or fatal. If the liquid crystal fluid from the LCD contacts your body or clothing, wash it off with soap immediately. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and ) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 3 XDVD8181 INSTALLATION Preparation Please read entire manual before installation. Before You Start · Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions. · Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, dirt or excessive vibration. Getting Started · Remove the four #1 phillips head screws from each corner, and slide the unit out of the mounting sleeve. · Install mounting sleeve into opening, bending tabs to secure. · Connect wiring harness and antenna as shown on pages 5-6. Consult a qualified technician if you are unsure. · Certain vehicles may require an installation kit and/or wiring harness adapter (sold separately). · Test for correct operation and slide unit into mounting sleeve, secure with #1 phillips screws as removed in step 1. · Snap trim ring into place. · Mount the iplugTM adapter to any smooth clean surface using the supplied double-sided tape or # x 3/8" Phillips head screws. Mounting sleeve opening dimensions 7-3/16" x -1/16" (183 mm x 53 mm) TYPICAL FRONT-LOAD DIN MOUNTING METHOD 4 XDVD8181 INSTALLATION Expanded Wiring Diagram - Inputs/Outputs OPTIONAL HEADREST MONITOR OPTIONAL TFT MONITOR OPTIONAL BACKUP CAMERA YELLOW / BLUE EMERGENCY BRAKE SWITCH BATTERY + YELLOW GROUND BLACK ACC POWER ANTENNA AMP REMOTE BLUE / WHITE RED REVERSE WHITE / BROWN Wiring Notes: Subwoofer output The SUBWOOFER audio output (Blue RCA) is active in all audio modes and must be connected to an external amplifier. Rear view camera A rear view camera (not included) can be used with CAMERA input. NEED HELP?? Call our Technical Service Hotline, 1-866-38-5476 Safety Note: The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. Altering or defeating this safety feature is a violation of law and is prohibited. 5 XDVD8181 INSTALLATION Wiring Diagram - Optional A/V Connections 6 XDVD8181 OPERATION IR Remote Preparation To first use the IR Remote control, you must first pull the battery insulation tape out NOTE: · Remove the battery if the IR Remote will not be used for a month or longer · Remove and dispose of battery properly Insert / Replacing the Battery: Remove the battery holder Remove the battery from the battery holder Install the new battery Make sure to keep the (+) side up Insert the battery holder · CAUTION!!! Do not store battery with metallic objects or materials 7 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Locations - Monitor Closed 1 2 3 4 5 6 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Band Auto Store/Preset Scan Secondary LCD Display Open/Close Monitor Eject Rotary Encoder / Enter Mode 9 Chapter/Track Up 10 Chapter/Track Down 11 Stop 12 Play/Pause 13 Fast Forward 14 Fast Reverse 15 Mute 16 Power/Volume Monitor Notes: · · · This model incorporates a motorized moving monitor. Before final installation, make sure the monitor will not obstruct the dash, shifter or any other controls. Upon installation, do not attempt to move the monitor up/down by hand. Use the ANGLE / and OPEN buttons on the front panel only. The unit will stop if it encounters any obstacles during the open/close sequence. If this occurs, remove the obstacle and press OPEN again to resume the monitor open/close sequence. 8 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Functions - Monitor Closed BAND AS/PS (Auto Store /Preset Scan) SECONDARY LCD DISP OPEN Press BAND to increment from FM1, FM, FM3, AM1] FM1. Press AS/PS for 1 sec to start station PRESET SCAN function, Press AS/PS for secs to start AUTO STORE station preset function in current BAND. Additional LCD for system information while monitor is closed. Press the DISP button to display CLOCK information on the secondary LCD screen when the monitor is closed. Press OPEN to open or close the monitor. The unit will emit 1 confirmation beep upon opening, 3 beeps when closing. Be careful not to not touch or obstruct the monitor movement during the open/close sequence, or permanent damage could occur. Press once for DISC ejection. Press to access MAIN menu, rotate clockwise/counter clockwise to select desired item and press once to ENTER. Press once to incrementally select desired source. Selects the next chapter/track for playback. Selects the previous chapter/track for playback. Stop playback of DVD / CD / MP3 / . Press once for PAUSE, press again for PLAY. Fast forward the disc content. Fast reverse the disc content. Press once to MUTE audio, press again to return audio, an icon indicator will flash on the TFT monitor. Press Volume knob for 1sec to turn the unit on, the unit will beep times. Press and hold POWER for more than secs, unit will beep 3 time, then turn off. NOTE: EJECT will still function even if POWER is off. Rotate clockwise/counter clockwise for desired VOLUME level, press once to access the AUDIO SETUP MENU. EJECT ROTARY MODE TRACK UP TRACK DOWN STOP PLAY/PAUSE FAST FORWARD FAST REVERSE MUTE POWER ON/OFF VOLUME 9 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Locations - Monitor Open 1 2 3 4 5 1 Disc-in indicator - Red = Disc inserted, Blue = No disc . 2 ANGLE - Press to decrease the monitor view angle. 3 ANGLE - Press to increase the monitor view angle. 4 INFO - Press to select system INFO and press and hold for BRIGHTNESS. 5 Press to RESET system. Safety Notes: The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. 10 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Functions - Monitor Open Disc-in indicator Blue = No disc Red = Disc inserted Monitor Angle Press ANGLE to increase the monitor view angle. Press ANGLE to decrease the monitor view angle. Notes: · Do not attempt to move the monitor up/down by hand - severe damage will occur. Use the front panel buttons or the remote control only. · The color of the LCD monitor varies between viewing angles. Select the angle with the most optimum view for your location. · The last position of the monitor will be saved in memory. The monitor will return to its last position automatically the next time it is opened. INFO/PIC Press INFO button for 1 sec to display DVD disc information. Press and hold INFO for secs to change TFT LCD BRIGHTNESS: Press ANGLE to increase, ANGLE to decrease or use VOLUME rotary to adjust the level up or down, (0 minimum / 0 maximum), 10 is default. SYSTEM RESET If you experience abnormal operation or, your unit is inoperable, press the RESET button for 3 seconds, located on the front bottom-right corner of the unit. After a system reset, the unit restores all factory default settings. Notes: Use the tip of a pen to access the button. 11 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Locations - Remote 1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29 33 37 6 10 14 18 22 26 30 34 38 2 3 4 7 11 15 19 23 27 31 35 39 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Mode Mute Open/Close Power Key #1 Key # Key #3 Volume Up Key #4 16 Info 17 Search 18 Key #0 19 Band / Stop 20 Audio Select 21 Escape 22 4-Way - Up 23 Menu 24 Picture 25 4-Way - Left 26 Enter 27 4-Way - Right 28 Repeat A-B 29 Title Menu 30 4-Way - Down 31 Root 32 Repeat 33 Chapter/Track Down 34 Chapter/Track Up 35 Fast Rewind 36 Fast Forward 37 Zoom 38 Audio 39 Angle 40 Sub-Title 10 Key #5 11 Key #6 12 Volume Down 13 Key #7 14 Key #8 15 Key #9 * The remote control uses one 3 volt Lithium CR05 battery. For best performance, replace only with CR05 or equivalent. 1 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Functions - Remote Mode Mute Open/Close Power Keys 0-9 Volume Up Volume Down Info Search Band / Stop Audio Select Escape 4-Way -Up/Down/Left/Right Menu Picture Enter Repeat A-B Title Menu Root Repeat Chapter/Track Down Chapter/Track Up Fast Rewind Fast Forward Zoom Audio Angle Sub-Title Press once to incrementally select desired source Press once to MUTE audio, press again to return audio Press once to open monitor, press again to close the monitor Press once to turn the unit on, press again to turn unit off Direct access chapter/track/preset station for current BAND Increase VOLUME Decrease VOLUME Displays systems information Search function in the DVD / CD disc Press to increment BAND, or STOP while in DVD / MP3 mode. Enter AUDIO Setup mode Exit current menu Navigating system and DVD menus Enter the MAIN system menu BRIGHTNESS parameter setting for TFT Starts/pauses playback or confirm settings Repeat playback from time frame A to time frame B Enter the title menu on DVD Enters the main menu of the DVD disc Repeat playback of current DVD chapter Selects the previous chapter/track for playback Selects the next chapter/track for playback Fast rewind the disc content Fast forward the disc content Zooming in/out on an image from DVD disc Change the audio language for DVD disc playback Plays back DVD disc in different angle for a scene Language selection for subtitle 13 XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation Power On/Off Press Volume knob for 1sec to turn the unit on, the unit will beep times. Press and hold POWER for more than secs, unit will beep 1 time, then turn off. NOTE: EJECT will still function even if POWER is off. Press OPEN to open or close the monitor. The unit will emit 1 confirmation beep when opening, 3 beeps when closing. Be careful not to not touch the monitor during the open/close sequence. Notes: · The unit will stop automatically during open/close if an obstacle is detected. If this occurs, remove the obstacle and press OPEN again to resume the monitor open/close sequence. · Audio can be heard while the monitor is closed. Monitor Angle Position Press ANGLE to increase the monitor view angle. Press ANGLE to decrease the monitor view angle. The monitor angle can be adjusted to 16 different positions. Notes: · Do not attempt to move the monitor up/down by hand - severe damage will occur. Use the front panel buttons or the remote control only. · The color of the LCD monitor varies between viewing angles. Select the angle with the most optimum view for your location. · The last position of the monitor can be saved in memory. The monitor will return to its last position automatically the next time it is opened. Notes: · The vehicle must be in park and the parking brake applied to view video on the in-dash monitor. · As a safety feature, a blue "PARKING" screen will show on the display when the vehicle's parking brake is not engaged. DVD, AV1 audio can be heard while the vehicle is in motion. · The video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. Refer to local laws in your area. See DVD operation for more details on how to initialize the PARKING BRAKE. Monitor Open/Close 14 XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation Mode Press MODE to select between TUNER, DVD, AV1, CAMERA, inputs. Modes of operation are indicated in the OSD (On Screen Display) and secondary LCD. Optional Mode Selection With the monitor open, press the screen to display the OSD menu bar and press TUNER, DVD, AV1 or CAMERA in the MAIN menu page to select the desired source. Adjust VOLUME using rotary encoder or the VOL buttons (00-40). Press MUTE to silence the audio; Press MUTE again to cancel. MUTE will appear in the OSD. Volume Mute Audio Adjustment from front panel Press in VOLUME rotary knob on left front panel, Press in VOLUME again to advance to desired parameter to be changed, Turn VOLUME rotary Q or P to adjust to desired level, Press in VOLUME to advance to next selection, Press and hold the VOLUME button on the front panel to exit. ITEM 00 00 00 R 00 L 00 F R BASS TREBLE FADE BALANCE SUB LOUD RANGE USER JAZZ EQ CLASSIC NEWS MOVIE -7 -7 -7 -7 -7 OFF FLAT POP ROCK URBAN TECHNO +7 +7 +7 +7 +7 ON L Audio Adjustment from Remote Press the SEL button, Press the buttons on the remote to select an item to be adjusted, Press or to adjust the desired setting, Press the ESC button on the remote control to exit the audio control menu. Note: The Bass and Treble levels are only adjustable when EQ is set to "User" mode. The Loud function compensates for deficiencies in sound ranges at low levels. When the Loud function is on, LOUD is displayed on the screen. 15 XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation INFO/PIC RGB BRIGHTNESS Press INFO button for 1 sec to display DVD disc information. Press and hold INFO for secs to change TFT LCD BRIGHTNESS: Press ANGLE to increase, ANGLE to decrease, or use VOLUME rotary to adjust the level up or down. (0 minimum / 0 maximum) 10 is default. While in Video playback, AUX-IN or CAMERA mode: Press and hold INFO for secs to access PICTURE MENU, press INFO briefly again to step to next selection: CVBS Screen Controls SHARPNESS CONTRAST COLOR BRIGHTNESS TINT PICTURE MENU [SHARPNESS [CONTRAST [COLOR [BRIGHTNESS [TINT 10 10 10 10 10 NOTE: Adjustments to SHARPNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, BRIGHTNESS & TINT are only possible while in either video playback, AUX-IN or CAMERA CVBS mode. L Press or to adjust the sharpness (0 minimum / +0 maximum). Press or to adjust the contrast (0 minimum / +0 maximum). Press or to adjust the color (0 minimum / +0 maximum). Press or to adjust the brightness (0 minimum / +0 maximum). Press or to adjust the tint (0 minimum / +0 maximum). 16 XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation BAND AS/PS (Auto Store /Preset Scan) Press BAND to increment from FM1, FM, FM3, AM1] FM1. Press AS/PS for 1 sec to start station PRESET SCAN function, the unit will now scan your program presets for 5 secs for each preset in that band, press again to stop scanning, the front LCD panel will flash while in this mode. Press AS/PS for secs to start AUTO STORE station preset function in current BAND. Press the DISP button to display CLOCK information on the secondary LCD screen when the monitor is closed. Press OPEN to open or close the monitor. The unit will emit 1 confirmation beep upon opening, 3 beeps when closing. Be careful not to not touch or obstruct the monitor movement during the open/close sequence, or permanent damage could occur. Press once for DISC ejection. Press to access MAIN menu, rotate clockwise/counter clockwise to select desired item and press once to ENTER. Press once to incrementally select desired source. Selects the next chapter/track for playback. Selects the previous chapter/track for playback Stop playback of DVD / CD / MP3 Press once for PAUSE, press again for PLAY. Fast forward the disc content. Fast reverse the disc content. Press once to MUTE audio, press again to return audio, an icon indicator will flash on the TFT monitor. Press VOLUME knob for 1sec to turn the unit on, the unit will beep twice. Press and hold POWER for more than secs, unit will beep three times, then turn off. NOTE: EJECT will still function even if POWER is off. Rotate VOLUME rotary knob Q or P for desired VOLUME level, press once to access the AUDIO SETUP MENU. Turn VOLUME rotary to desired listening level, press and hold VOLUME rotary knob for 3 seconds to program currently selected volume level. 17 DISP OPEN EJECT ROTARY MODE TRACK UP TRACK DOWN STOP PLAY/PAUSE FAST FORWARD FAST REVERSE MUTE POWER ON/OFF VOLUME PROGRAMMABLE TURN-ON VOLUME XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation Secondary LCD Information 1 2 3 4 5 NOTE: Sub-LCD only functions when TFT monitor is closed. 1) LOC 2) ST 3) TIME 4) LOUD LOCAL indicator, icon will be off when DISTANT (DX) is selected STEREO radio station indicator Displays TRACK time, TUNING frequency, MP3 ID3 info, & CLOCK, etc LOUDNESS selection indicator 18 XDVD8181 OPERATION General Operation Main Menu Access There are three methods to access the MAIN menu · Press the ENTER button on the right ROTARY knob · Press the MENU button on the IR Remote control · Touch the A area (upper left hand side) on the touch screen 1 2 3 4 10 9 8 7 L 6 5 Touch Access Buttons 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Rapid Dial Touch to access AM/FM TUNER mode Touch to access CD/DVD mode, CD/DVD must be inserted Touch to access AUXILIARY A/V INPUT mode Touch to RETURN to previous screen Touch to access CAMERA mode, if optional camera isn't connected then "No Video Signal" will be displayed Touch to STANDBY screen, touch screen again or any button to resume display. NOTE: VOLUME level can be controlled without interrupting STANDBY Touch to access SCREEN SETUP utility menu Touch to access GENERAL SETUP utility menu Touch to access CD/DVD SETUP menu, CD/DVD must be inserted to function Touch to access MAIN Source menu RAPID DIAL can also control touch screen functions · · · Select desired function rotating clockwise or counter-clockwise Function will be outlined in yellow Press inward to ENTER 19 XDVD8181 OPERATION System GENERAL Setup Menu General Setup Menu L · · · NOTE: Default anti-theft password is 0000 Press the GENERAL button to access the setup mode Select desired parameter you wish to change Page will return back to previous screen after 10 secs of inactivity or by pressing the RETURN button This is matrix of the GENERAL Setup Menu Settings Default Radio Clock adjust Clock Mode Camera Image USA AM 1Hr Normal Video Format Auto TFT Auto Open Antitheft code Antitheft Active Off 0000 Off Options USA S-AMER1 S-AMER Europe 00:00 1Hr 4Hr Normal Reverse AUTO NTSC PAL On Off Manual ---On Function Set to appropriate setting for your Country See adjusting the clock for more details PM 6:00 18:00 Normal Image Mirror camera input image 180 degrees System will auto detect NTSC or PAL For NTSC compatibility For PAL compatibility TFT panel will automatically open when IGN is turned on TFT willl remain closed until the OPEN button is pressed Will only close when OPEN Must enter password to turn antitheft on or off System will require a password if main battery power is removed for more than 5 minutes No Password will be required if power is removed Load all factory parameters to their original settlings, NOTE: this will not change ANTI-THEFT password Off Load Factory Yes Are you Defaults sure? Yes / Cancel NOTE: Not all GENERAL setup features are described in detail 0 XDVD8181 OPERATION System GENERAL Setup- Adjusting RADIO Frequency Adjusting RADIO Frequency L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen Step 1 Step 2 L 2 ) Touch GENERAL setup button L 3 Step 3 3) Touch USA L L 5 4 Step 4 4) Touch the setting for your Country Step 5 Touch RETURN to exit 1 XDVD8181 OPERATION System GENERAL Setup- Adjusting the Clock 12Hr Clock Mode L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen Step 1 Step 2 ) Touch GENERAL setup button L 2 Step 3 L 3 3) Touch 00:00 area in the CLOCK row L 7 Step 4, 5 ,6, 7 & 8 4) Keypad should now appear 5) Enter the time in HOURS, touch Ok 6) Enter MINUTES, touch Ok 7) Touch AM or PM to set 8) Touch RETURN to exit 24Hr Clock Mode LLL 8 5 6 If you desire 4Hr format, select 4Hr from CLOCK MODE, then follow steps 1-8 XDVD8181 OPERATION System GENERAL Setup- Setting the Anti-theft code By default Anti-theft password is 0000 and is turned OFF, to turn this feature on, follow the steps below. CAUTION!! This will lock your unit from operating if battery POWER is disconnected for more than 5 minutes Step 1 & 2 L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen ) Touch GENERAL Setup button L 2 L 4 Step 3 & 4 3) Touch down arrow button 3 L 4) Touch ---- NOTE: it is recommended Step 5 & 6 that you choose your own 4-digit password carefully, write it down somewhere and keep in a safe location. In the event you should ever loose or forget your password, call our tech hot line for support on how to unlock Step 7 & 8 your system 5) Enter 0000 L 5 7 L 6 6) Touch OFF 7) Touch ON L 10 9 L 8 8) Touch ---- again Record your password here Step 9 & 10 L L 9) Enter your new 4-digit password 10) Touch RETURN to exit 3 XDVD8181 OPERATION System SCREEN Setup Menu Screen Setup Menu · · · Press the SCREEN Setup button to access the SCREEN SETUP mode Select desired parameter you wish to change Page will return back to previous screen after 10 secs of inactivity or by pressing the RETURN button L Adjusting a Feature Settings Brightness Screen Tilt Screen Saver Touch Screen Calibration Version Default 10 4 On No Options 0 to +0 1-6 On Off No Yes Function Press the < / > buttons on the remote or rotate the ENTER button clockwise / count-clockwise to adjust the BRIGHTNESS to the desired setting Select 1 to 6 to adjust the default tilt angle of the screen Select On to activate the screen saver, Off to deactivate Touch "Yes" to enter the Touch Screen calibration mode Software version of unit System Standby To conserve the LCD backlight lifespan or to stop annoying glare while night driving, press STANDBY, the TFT screen only will black out, however all other operations are still possible, press any button except VOLUME or touch screen again to return normal viewing 4 L XDVD8181 OPERATION System SCREEN Setup Menu- Setting TFT Brightness This will set the default setting for the TFT display brightness, this setting can also be set by pressing the INFO button on the front TFT panel L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen Step 1 Step 2 ) Touch SCREEN setup button L 2 L 3 Step 3 3) Touch [-] to DIM TFT L L 5 4 Step 4 4) Touch [+] to BRIGHTEN TFT 0 to + 0 is possible Default = 10 5) Touch RETURN to exit 5 Step 5 XDVD8181 OPERATION System SCREEN Setup- Setting TFT Angle Set for best viewing angle in your vehicle L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen Step 1 Step 2 ) Touch SCREEN setup button L 2 L 3 Step 3 3) Touch a number displayed in SCREEN TILT row Step 4 L L 5 4 4) Touch desired angle for best viewing angle 1 -6 is possible Default = 4 5) Touch RETURN to exit Step 5 6 XDVD8181 OPERATION System SCREEN Setup - Touch Screen Calibration On occasion the touch screen will have to be calibrated, follow these few steps as described L 1 1) Touch top left corner of screen Step 1 Step 2 ) Touch SCREEN setup button L 2 Step 3 & 4 L LL 7 3 4 3) Touch NO in TS Calibration row 4) Then press YES Note: For proper calibration you must touch each pointer for 2 seconds. If pointers are not touched properly, the calibration sequence will start over until the calibration is done correctly. Step 5 & 6 5) Touch and hold the pointers as indicated on the screen for seconds each. 6) Screen will automatically return to MAIN MENU, touch EXIT to return. 7 XDVD8181 OPERATION AM/FM Tuner Operation AM/FM Tuner TFT Display 1 19 18 2 3 4 5 6 17 16 L 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 8 Current source MODE information, touch "A" area to return to MAIN source selection menu Current PRESET station indicator STEREO broadcast indicator Clock PRESET page up LOCAL / DISTANCE selection PRESET page down Auto station SCAN button MANUAL TUNE up MANUAL TUNE down SEEK TUNE up SEEK TUNE down AS/PS (AUTO STORE / PRESET SCAN) BAND selection, FM1, FM, FM3, AM -> FM1 VOLUME indicator LOUD indicator Equalizer indicator, touch to access AUDIO Setup menu Current radio frequency indicator Current radio BAND indicator XDVD8181 OPERATION AM/ FM Tuner Operation Auto Seek Tuning Press the Press the Manual Tuning Press the Press the Auto Store (AS) button to auto SEEK up the next strongest station. button to auto SEEK down the next strongest station. button to manually tune up one step at a time. button to manually tune down one step at a time. Press and hold AS/PS for more than seconds to automatically store the twelve strongest stations in the current band. Automatic Local tuning is activated during the initial band scan, repeat for other bands. NOTE: All presets within the current band will be overwritten. Program Scan (PS) SCAN Press AS/PS for less than seconds to scan presets 1-1 on the current band, pausing for 5 seconds at each. Press AS/PS again to cancel. Press SCAN to preview strong stations on the current band, pausing for 5 seconds at each station. Press SCAN again to cancel. Touch LOC button on the TFT to activate LOC / DX When the LOCAL function is on, LOC will appear, only radio stations with a strong signal are received, DX is for radio stations that are far away and/or have weak signals. Up to 36 FM stations and 1 AM stations can be stored. To store a station, select the desired band and station. Press and hold the desired preset button (1-1) for more than seconds. When stored, the PRESET number will appear in the display. The station can be recalled anytime by pressing the corresponding preset button on the TFT. Touch an corresponding PRESET number for less than secs to recall. Only 6 PRESETS can be display at one time, use PRESET page up/down to access next stored PRESETS accordingly. LOC/DX Radio Station Storing Radio Stations PRESET Recalling a Radio Station PRESET PRESET Page Up/Down L 9 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation DVD Region Management Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. This player has been designed to play back DVD software that has been encoded for specific region areas. It cannot play back DVD software encoded for other region areas than the region areas for which it has been designed. The XDVD8181 will play discs labeled "Region 1" or "All". DVD region codes: 1 - USA, Canada - Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3 - Rep. of Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Parts of Southeast Asia 4 - Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, South America 5 - Eastern Europe, Russia, India, Africa 6 - China DVD Disc Symbols Notes: Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. 30 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Parking Brake Initialization SAFETY WARNING CAUTION !!! IT'S UNLAWFUL TO OPERATE A VEHICLE WHILE VIDEO IS DISPLAY IN THE DRIVERS VIEWING AREA ENGAGE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO ENJOY VIDEO · The video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the PARKING BRAKE is engaged. It is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion. Refer to local laws in your area. · Audio can be heard while the monitor is closed. · The vehicle must be in park and the parking brake applied to view video on the in-dash monitor. · As a safety feature, "ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE" blue screen will show on the display when the vehicle's parking brake is not engaged. Video display on the front monitor isn't allowed until the PARKING BRAKE is active. After connecting the yellow/blue PARKING BRAKE wire to brake switch circuit as described below, note however, DVD and AV1 audio can be heard while the vehicle is in motion without engaging the parking brake. Follow this two initialization procedure carefully to allow video playback on XDVD8181 front panel TFT: There are usually two situations that start the PARKING BRAKE Sequence. Parking Brake Initialization Situation 1 First situation is while driving: 1) Stop vehicle, put in Park, make sure PARKING BRAKE is off / released ) Depress PARKING BRAKE for 1 sec 3) Release PARKING BRAKE for 1 sec 4) Depress PARKING BRAKE permanently NOTE: Once above procedure 1-4 is completed, approx 3sec--video will display. Front TFT Video Initialization Parking Brake Initialization Situation 2 Second situation is while already parked and the PARKING BRAKE is already depressed: 1) Keep vehicle in Park, PARKING BRAKE should be off ) Release PARKING BRAKE for 1 sec 3) Depress PARKING BRAKE for 1 sec 4) Release PARKING BRAKE for 1 sec 5) Depress PARKING BRAKE permanently NOTE: Once nd procedure is completed, approx 5 sec--video will display. NOTE: This procedure will have to repeated if the IGN is turned off. 31 Note: The transition time must be less than sec between depressed and release XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Inserting a Disc DVD Loading Slot Eject button Insert CD/DVD with label facing upwards Inserting a DISC When inserting a DVD disc, it will play automatically. Other sub-menus may have to be pressed to access the DVD movie / music content, read the directions of your specific DVD disc for hidden features. NOTE: If PARENTAL Lock is activated and the disc inserted is not authorized, a 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc be authorized.( see "RATING MENU") NOTE: Only one disc can be inserted at a time. Ejecting the DISC Resetting the Loading Mechanism Press the EJECT button If the disc loads abnormally or an system error occurs, press and hold the eject button for 3secs to reset the loading mechanism. The disc will eject and normal operation should resume. 3 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Touch Screen Hidden Touch Screen area while in TUNER mode There are several hidden TOUCH SCREEN areas outlined below, "A" area can be used in any mode to access MAIN menu L Hidden Touch Screen areas while in DVD mode "A-F" areas can be used in DVD mode to access: A - MAIN menu access B - Displays DVD track information C - Selects PREVIOUS chapter D - Select NEXT chapter E - Displays the full DVD transport controls F - GOTO search menu L 33 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Touch Screen Controls Using the hidden Touch Screen Controls A - MAIN menu access B - Displays DVD track information C - Selects PREVIOUS chapter D - Select NEXT chapter E - Displays the full DVD transport controls F - GOTO search menu NOTE: A DVD disc must be inserted to access these functions and features. L AREA A Access MAIN Menu L AREA B Displays Track Information L AREA C Selects PREVIOUS Track AREA D Selects NEXT Track L L AREA E Full DVD Transport Controls L AREA F DVD Search 34 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Touch Screen Controls Using the hidden Touch Screen Controls DVD Transport Control OSD Touch AREA E 1) Touch the Touch the 2) 3) 4) 5) L PLAY button or on the front panel to resume disk playback. PAUSE button again to suspend the disc playback. or OK on the remote to Touch the STOP button to STOP playback, touch resume playback. Touch the Touch the REVERSE button to FAST REVERSE on DVD, x, 4x, 8x to 0x. FF button to FAST FORWARD on DVD, x, 4x, 8x to 0x. Touch the Repeat to scroll through the following: DVD: Repeat Title, Repeat Chapter, Repeat OFF MP3: Repeat Single, Repeat Folder, Repeat OFF Touch the A-B to scroll through the following: 6) A) Use the A-B function to define a specific area of disc to repeat. Press the Repeat A-B button to set a start point of the (A) selection. B) Press the 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. C) Press A-B button once again to cancel the A-B selection and stop repeat playback 7) 8) 9) Touch the Touch the Touch the to change Audio language playback to return to MAIN MENU of DVD to change Sub-title of DVD Notes: Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. 35 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Searching a DVD Searching a DVD Searching by Time, Title, or Chapter L Touch the search button in AREA F. 1) Touch the in the TIME area. ) A touch keypad will now appear, enter your desired TIME to search. 3) Enter OK. 36 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation Direct Chapter / Track Selection Viewing an Alternate picture Angle (DVD only) Multi-Language Disc During DVD and CD playback, you can use the numeric keypad on the IR remote to access tracks directly Some DVD's contain scenes that have been shot simultaneously from different angles. For discs recorded with multiple angle, press the ANGLE button on the remote control to toggle between available angles on the screen. If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages, press the AUDIO button on the IR remote to choose your desired language. You can also touch AREA E and use the Changing Subtitle Language button to change languages. If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages with subtitles, press the SUB-T button on the IR remote to choose your desired subtitle, You can also touch AREA E and use the button to change languages. DVD Playback Information During playback, press the INFO button on the IR remote or touch AREA B to display the playback information on screen. The following information will be displayed: Playback Information 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Indicates current source playing. Indicates that the fourth of sixteen title on the DVD is currently playing. Indicates that the first of twenty chapters on the DVD is currently playing. Indicates the playback time if the current title. Indicates the USER defined EQ levels Indicates the LOUND setting is on. Indicates the current system time. 37 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Setup Menu - Language LANGUAGE Setup Menu NOTE: A DVD disc must be inserted to access these functions and features. With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. L L Press LANGUAGE icon to select LANGUAGE setup page. Disc Subtitle Press to select desired disc subtitle language. ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH AUTO OFF = DEFAULT L Subtitle Language L L Press to select desired disc audio language. ENGLISH = DEFAULT FRENCH SPANISH DVD Menu Press to select desired disc menu language. ENGLISH = DEFAULT FRENCH SPANISH L 38 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Setup Menu - Video Video Setup Menu NOTE: A DVD disc must be inserted to access these functions and features. With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. L L Press VIDEO icon to select from the following menus: Press to select desired TV Shape. NORMAL - 4:3 TV Shape L Angle Mark L WIDE - 16:9 Press to select desired Angle Mark. ON OFF L Video Mode Press to select desired Video mode. L FILL ORIGINAL H FIT W FIT FIT TO SCRN PAN SCAN 39 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Setup Menu- Ratings Ratings Setup Menu NOTE: A DVD disc must be inserted to access these functions and features. With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. L L Press RATING icon to select from the following menus: Press ---- to enter a your desired password. Enable Parental Lock Password Setting Parental Lock Password 1. Enter a 4-digit code . Write the code down 3. Save in a safe place Press to select desired Rating Setting. 1. Kid Safe . G 3. PG 4. PG-13 5. PG-R 6. R 7. NC-17 8. Adult L L L Rating Setting Parental Password Override In the event you forget or loose your PARENTAL LOCK password, enter 9991 L