Directed Video CD1020 User Manual

O W N E R ’ S G U I D E  
INSTALLATION GUIDE  
Overhead Car Dock  
MODEL CD1020  
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NON-TRANSFERABLE LIMITED CONSUMER WARRANTY  
This product is sold with a LIMITED 90-day manufacturer’s warranty. Directed Electronics ("Directed")  
promises to the original purchaser that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship  
under normal use and condition for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of purchase. A sales receipt  
and/or warranty registration card is required to provide proof of date of purchase of the Product.  
Product defect occurring within the first 90 days after retail purchase by the end consumer will be repaired or  
replaced with new or reconditioned part(s), at Directed’s sole election. To obtain warranty service, the Product  
must be returned, postage pre-paid addressed to Directed, along with a legible copy of the receipt and the  
following information: Consumer’s name, telephone number and address, authorized dealer/purchase  
location name and address and product description. ALL PRODUCTS RECEIVED BY DIRECTED FOR  
WARRANTY REPAIR WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE DENIED. Note: This warranty does not  
cover labor costs for the removal or reinstallation of the Product. Product must be returned to the following  
address: ATTN: WARRANTY DEPARTMENT, Directed Electronics, 1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081.  
This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any Product that has been modified or used in a  
manner contrary to its intended purpose, and does not cover damage to the Product caused by installation or  
removal of the Product. This warranty is VOID if the product has not been purchased from Directed or an  
authorized Directed dealer, or if the Product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use, negligence,  
acts of God, neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defect in materials or construction.  
This warranty does not cover the elimination of externally generated static or noise, or the correction of  
antenna problems or weak television reception, damage to tapes, video games, software, camcorders, discs,  
speakers, accessories, electrical systems, cosmetic damage or damage due to negligence, misuse, abuse,  
failure to follow operating instructions, accidental spills or customer applied cleaners, damage due to  
environmental causes such as floods, airborne fallout, chemicals, salt, hail, windstorms, lightning or extreme  
temperatures, damage due to accidents, road hazards, fire, theft, loss or vandalism, damage due to  
improper connection to equipment of another manufacturer, modification of existing equipment, use of a faulty  
tape cartridge or cleaning, or Product which has been opened or tampered with for any reason or which has  
been damaged due to alteration or service performed by anyone other than Directed. This warranty is only  
valid for sale of Product within the United States of America. Product sold outside of the United States of  
America is sold "AS IS," and shall have NO WARRANTY, express or implied  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY,  
FITNESS  
FOR  
PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE, AND  
WARRANTY  
OF  
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM  
EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO  
ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED HAS  
ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS LICENSED  
DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. IN NO EVENT WILL DIRECTED BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,  
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS). BY PURCHASING THIS  
PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE  
CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN  
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.  
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts. In such states, the limitations or  
exclusions of this Limited Warranty may not apply. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
incidental or consequential damages. In such states, the exclusion or limitation of this Limited Warranty may  
not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which  
vary from state to state.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIP-  
MENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK AND ANNOY-  
ING INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE INCLUDED HARDWARE.  
THIS MONITOR IS ONLY DESIGNED FOR REAR SEAT PASSENGER VIEWING AND IS NOT INTENDED  
FOR VIEWING BY THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. SUCH USE MAY DISTRACT THE  
DRIVER OR INTERFERE WITH THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE, AND MAY ALSO VIOLATE  
STATE LAW.  
DIRECTED ELECTRONICS DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING  
FATALITIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY IMPROPER OR UNINTENDED  
USES OF THIS PRODUCT.  
SHOULD THE LCD PANEL BREAK OR LEAK FLUID, AVOID ALL CONTACT WITH THE UNIT. IF YOU  
SHOULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE LEAKED FLUID, WASH THE AFFECTED AREA THOROUGHLY  
WITH WATER AND SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.  
During operation, if the unit should over-heat or malfunction, switch off the unit and  
see your dealer. Do not disassemble the unit as there are no user-serviceable parts in this  
unit and the warranty will be voided.  
Should there be a need to replace a blown fuse, turn off the unit and disconnect all  
power to the player. Use only the correct rating fuse to avoid electrical damage to the unit.  
Only operate the monitor as described in this guide. Attempts to use or modify this  
monitor contrary to the descriptions in this guide may cause damage and void the warranty.  
Extremes in temperature can cause abnormal display operation. This monitor has an  
optimal operating temperature range between 32–120 degrees Fahrenheit. If the vehicle  
interior is outside this range, do NOT operate the monitor until the temperature is within its  
operating range.  
Exposure to moisture or dust can cause harmful damage to the internal electronics. Do  
not mount near cup holders or in areas where spills may occur.  
This monitor is designed for use in vehicles with standard (-) 12 volt ground electrical  
systems.  
Do not operate for an extended period of time without the engine running or the  
vehicle’s battery voltage may drop to levels precluding engine starting.  
Do not drop the LCD panel or subject it to direct impact. This will damage the panel  
and/or the back light element.  
When operating the unit, avoid contact with the LCD panel.  
Prevent metal or foreign objects being locked between the LCD screen and the  
enclosure.  
Keep unit away from equipment with strong magnets such as large loudspeakers.  
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Use the Proper Power Supply This product is designed to operate with a 12 volt DC, neg-  
ative ground battery system.  
Protect the Disc Mechanism  
Avoid inserting any foreign objects into the disc driver of this player. Failure to observe  
this may cause malfunction due to the precise mechanism of this unit.  
Use Authorized Service Centers  
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust this precision product. Please refer to the  
Service Center list that is included with this product for service assistance.  
CAUTION: MOBILE DVD PLAYER IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS MOBILE DVD  
PLAYER USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS  
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF VIEWED DIRECTLY. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE MOBILE DVD PLAYER  
CORRECTLY AS PER THE INSTRUCTIONS.  
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN  
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.  
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND - DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
PERSONNEL.  
WARNING:  
.. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO  
RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
.. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND RADIO INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY  
THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.  
.. THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR CONTINUOUS OPERATION.  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method  
claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision  
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be  
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing  
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or  
disassembly is prohibited.  
Region Management Information  
Region Management Information: This Mobile DVD Player is designed and manufactured to  
respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region  
number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this Mobile  
DVD Player, this Mobile DVD Player cannot play this disc.  
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WELCOME  
Thank you for your purchase of Directed’s Overhead Monitor. Prior to operating this  
unit, please fully read this instruction manual and retain it for future reference.  
Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest video entertainment system.  
At Directed we are committed to bringing you the most technologically advanced  
products available. We are pleased that you chose a Directed Mobile Media product.  
Through years of critical testing and hand craftsmanship, we have created a wide  
range of video entertainment products for your viewing pleasure.  
The 10.2" Dockable / Portable Video System can provide all the functions of a  
television as well as the functionality of a DVD player for your viewing pleasure in the  
car, truck, or in your RV.  
This system incorporates the use of on screen display menu controls that allow you  
to configure the system to suit your own personal preferences. For your listening  
flexibility, audio can be heard by included infrared (wireless) headphones or the built  
in wireless FM transmitter.  
To view other great products from Directed Electronics, please visit the Directed  
WHAT’S INCLUDED  
The following items are included with your purchase of the DP1020:  
z AC/DC power adapter  
z AV Cable  
z Car adapter  
z Carry Case  
z Remote Control  
z Headrest mounting bag  
z Owner’s Manual  
Car Dock (CD1020) with:  
1) Mounting plate  
2) Hardware package  
3) Mounting trim gasket  
4) Diversity TV antenna system  
5) Power Harness  
6) Dome light harness  
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
WHEN CLEANINGTHE VEHICLE  
Do not spray this unit with water or cleaning solutions. Moisture and the chemicals  
found in cleaning fluids could damage the consoles finish and interior electronics. A  
soft damp, lens cleaning cloth should be used to wipe the screen. Do NOT use any  
type of scouring pad, abrasive cleaners, or solvents.  
WHILE DRIVING  
This unit is intended for use in the rear seat area only. It is illegal in some jurisdictions to  
install the unit in a location that would allow the driver to view it while driving.  
WHEN PARKED  
The screen is easily visible when deployed. Always close the screen when parking for an  
extended period of time to avoid potential theft or extended exposure to direct sunlight.  
PROPER USE  
Do not touch the screen. Do not pull or hang from the fold down monitor door.  
REPAIRS  
If the monitor stops working for any reason, discontinue use immediately and consult with  
your retailer about any necessary repairs.  
RADIO/TVTUNER USE  
When the unit is used in conjunction with a Radio/TV tuner, please assure that the receiver  
is manufactured to receive television broadcast signals that are transmitted via terrestrial  
radio waves. Reception quality will change and vary according to vehicle location and  
weather conditions.  
INSTALLATION  
Avoid installing the monitor at a location, where it will be under direct sunlight or a hot air  
vent. The operating temperature of the unit is from 32–120°F (0–50°C). Install the unit at  
a dry location, where it is away from condensation.  
Use only the correct size fasteners and cables during installation. Failure to do so may cause  
a mechanical or electrical failure and create a fire hazard. The installation should be done  
by an authorized Directed dealer.  
NOTE: If the internal temperature of the vehicle is higher than the normal operating tem-  
perature, please allow the vehicle to cool down (or warm up if temperature is below  
normal operating temperature) prior to operating the unit.  
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PICTURE QUALITY  
The picture quality of this LCD unit depends strictly on its installed location. To  
achieve the best picture quality, adjust the brightness control or viewing angle of  
the unit until the optimum viewing is achieved.  
FCC NOTICE  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow-  
ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this  
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesirable operation.  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-  
pliance could void the user's authority to operate this device.  
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FEATURES  
Features of the DP1020  
Compatible with PAL DVD (Video CD)NTSC DVD (Video CD) and MP3  
Rechargeable, battery powered DVD with 10" wide screen  
10.2 Inch Color TFT Monitor Selectable Aspect Ratio 16:9, 4:3 & Screen Off  
On Screen Display  
Headphone Jack  
Full Function Remote Control  
IR headphone transmitter  
FM radio transmitter for audio  
Car dock (CD1020) with:  
TV tuner  
Dome lights  
A/V interface  
TV diversity antenna system  
Ability to charge batteries in DVD unit while docked.  
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DISC NOTES  
Disc formats supported by this player  
DVD  
Video CD  
CD  
MP3  
.. Handling and Cleaning  
.. Dirt, dust, scratches and warped discs will cause misoperation.  
.. Do not place stickers or make scratches on discs.  
.. Do not warp discs.  
.. A disc should always be kept in its case when not in use to prevent damage to  
disc.  
.. Do not place discs in the following places:  
1. Direct sunlight.  
2. Dirty, dusty and damp areas.  
3. Near any heat sources.  
4. On the seats or dashboard.  
Disc Cleaning  
Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the surface. If the disc is quite dirty, use a soft cloth  
slightly moistured with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Never use solvents such as  
benzine, thinner or conventional record cleaners as they may mar the surface of the  
disc.  
Preparing New Discs with Rough Spots  
A new disc may have rough edges on its inside and outside edges. If a disc with  
rough edges is used, disc may not be clamped correctly and the player will not play  
the disc. Therefore, remove the rough edges in advance by using a ballpoint pen or  
pencil as shown below. To remove the rough edges, run the side of the pen or  
pencil around the inside and outside diameters of the disc.  
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Note: A disc may become somewhat scratched (although not enough to make it  
unusable) depending on the way it is handled and conditions in the usage  
environment. Note that these scratches are not an indication of any problem with  
the player.  
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DVD OPERATION  
DVD Player  
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1. Disc Slot  
2. ON-OFF/STOP  
3. SETUP/MENU  
4. left navigation / back or previous  
5. /VOL-  
6. /VOL+  
7. right navigation / forward or next  
8. OK  
9. PAUSE/MODE  
10. MUTE/EJECT  
11. IR (Remote Sensor)  
12. 17 Pin Shuttle InterfaceConnector  
13. AV IN  
14. AV OUT  
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15. Earphone Jack  
16. DC 12V IN  
17. IR transmitters for IR headphones  
Portable DVD main unit system settings:  
Menu Function  
Shortly press SETUP button on the front panel or MENU on remote during DVD, AV,  
or TV mode to display the adjustment items on screen 1. Use the up / down nav-  
igation buttons on the DVD or remote to select the item and the left / right navi-  
gation buttons on the DVD or remote to adjust the settings.  
(Screen 1)  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
COLOR  
adjust 0 to 63 preset at 32  
adjust 0 to 63 preset at 32  
adjust 0 to 63 preset at 32  
adjust 0 to 63 preset at 32  
select screen size 4:3 or 16:9 preset at 16:9  
back to presets  
TINT  
SCREEN  
RESET  
Select and hold down the MENU button on the remote to switch to screen 2.  
Selections and adjustments are made the same as in screen 1 except in FM frequen-  
cy select mode. In FM mode pressing the left / right navigation buttons once will  
give you one step down / up. Holding down the left / right navigation button will  
quickly scan down / up the frequencies.  
(Screen 2)  
IR  
ON / OFF  
3D(sound enhancement)  
FM  
ON / OFF  
(Select frequency for FM transmitter.)  
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REMOTE CONTROL  
The frequently used buttons are described below.  
1
2 3  
4
SOURCE  
DISPLAY  
FM  
MUTE  
PIP  
39  
IR  
5
7
38  
37  
6
8
TITLE  
SETUP  
ENTER  
36  
35  
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10  
SUB-T  
AUDIO  
11  
13  
15  
12  
14  
16  
ꢄ  
34  
33  
32  
30  
28  
ꢀ ꢂ ꢁ  
PROG  
ANGLE  
ZOOM  
17  
31  
29  
REPEAT  
SLOW  
18  
19  
MENU  
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4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
20  
MENU  
PBC  
27  
0
10+  
21  
22  
TV/AV  
CH+  
CH-  
26  
25  
A-B  
GOTO  
BAND  
AS/PS  
DSP  
AUTO  
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TV TUNER  
1. POWER and video SOURCE button: Press and hold to turn the unit ON or OFF.  
When the unit is on, press SOURCE button to change the mode.  
2. DISPLAY button: Display satistical disc information during playback.  
3. Ambient light sensor (for remote button back lighting)  
4. MUTE button: Press it to mute the surround, pressing it again will resume the  
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sound.  
5. PIP button (Picture in Picture): This key is not used.  
6. Select UP button: In case of menu mode, this button serves as cursor button  
to select item ahead.  
7. SETUP button: Display the SETUP menu.  
8. ENTER button: Confirm the Track/Chapter selected with the numeric buttons or  
selected with thecursor buttons on screen display.  
9. Select RIGHT button (or increase): In case of menu mode, this button serves as  
cursor button to select item right.  
10. Select DOWN button: In case of menu mode, this button serves as cursor  
button to select item back.  
11. AUDIO button: Changing of the AUDIO soundtrack on multi-audio soundtrack  
DVD disc. Changing of the sound mode of the VCD discs.  
12. PAUSE button: Press it for the first time to pause the playback, press it again  
will resume the playback.  
13. FAST FORWARD button: Press to search forward rapidly, Press to search reverse  
rapidly.  
14. STOP button: Press it for the first time to pre-stop the unit playback, press it  
again to stop the palyback.  
15. NEXT button: Press to skip to the next track & press to skip back one track.  
16. ANGLE button: Changing of the view angle on multi-angle DVD disc.  
17. UP (display): Change the highlight bar (on screen display) up or down.  
18. Quick press to display the screen menu, press and hold MENU button to display  
the IR and FM on/off menu.  
19. DOWN (display): Change the highlight bar (on screen display) up or down.  
20. Numeric: 0-9, Numeric buttons; 10+, Tens digit select button, cooperatively  
used with numeric buttons.  
21. TV/AV (selects Tuner or Aux input): Shortly press it to select Tuner or Aux  
input. In radio mode, press and hold BAND button to change the band  
FM1/FM2/FM3/AM.  
22. CH+: Channel up  
23. CH-: Channel down  
24. AUTO (auto programming of TV channels): In TV mode pressing AUTO button to  
auto programe TV channels. In radio mode, press and hold AS/PS to enter auto  
matic memory storing function.  
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25. DSP (channel display): GOTO is disc search button, cooperatively used with  
numeric buttons. In TV mode, shortly press DSP to display the channel information.  
26. TV Tuner power (A-B): Power function is not used in this model. In DVD mode,  
press and hold A-B will allow a passage to be repeated continuously.  
27. MENU/PBC: Changing between PBC ON and PBC OFF on the VCD disc.  
28. SLOW: Changing for slow forward/reverse playback motion.  
29. Image (wide, zoom, full, normal): Changing the image among wide, zoom, full  
and normal.  
30. REPEAT: Switch the Repeat mode of discs.  
31. ZOOM (2, 3, 4, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, OFF): Allows the picture to be increased in size.  
32. PROGRAM: Allows the track played in the order you programmed.  
33. BACK: Press to skip to the next track & press to skip back one track.  
34. F.REV (Fast Reverse): Press to search forward rapidly, Press to search reverse  
rapidly.  
35. SUBTITLE (on/off): Display the subtitle language of the DVD disc (if the disc is  
created with subtitles). Each time the button is pressed, the subtitle language  
will change.  
36. LEFT (Cursor): In case of menu mode, this button serves as cursor button to  
select item left.  
37. TITLE: Display the TITLE menu that is stored in DVD disc.  
38. IR (on/off): Switch the infrared transmitting on or off.  
39. FM (on/off): Press it to turn FM on/off.  
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BATTERY REPLACEMENT  
The remote control unit uses (2) AAA batteries.  
Inserting the Batteries  
1. Open the battery compartment cover.  
2. Insert the new battery. Make sure that the positive and negative terminals of  
the battery are oriented as indicated.  
3. Close the cover.  
Using the Remote Control  
1. Face the remote control towards the player front face IR mark (remote control  
signal receiver).  
2. Operation angle: About 30 degree in each the direction of the front of the IR  
mark.  
PRECAUTIONS  
1. Properly dispose of used battery.  
2. Do not misuse battery by shorting the positive “+” and negative “-” terminal  
or put it into fire. Overheating may cause the battery to explode and cause a  
fire hazard.  
3. If the remote is not to be used for a long period, remove the battery from the  
remote to prevent damage from battery leakage.  
4. To avoid accidents, prevent children from playing with the battery.  
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DVD OPERATION  
TURN THE UNIT ON/OFF  
Turning on the Player  
After all connections are completed correctly, press and hold power button on the  
front panel or press and hold on the remote control to turn on the power.  
Turning off the Player  
When the power is on, press and hold power button on the front panel or shortly  
press and hold on the remote control to turn off the power.  
Remote Sensor (IR)  
Point the remote handset to the remote sensor IR on the DVD unit. Receiving the  
signal from the remote handset.  
Loading a Disc  
Insert the disc into the disc slot on the left side of the unit with the printed side  
facing up, the player will play the disc automatically.  
Removing a Disc  
When the disc stops playing, press and hold EJECT button on the front panel to  
eject the disc.  
BASIC PLAY  
Stopping Playback  
Shortly press button on the remote control one time to pre-stop the unit playback.  
When OK button on the front panel or ENTER on the remote control is pressed,  
normal playback will continue. Press button again will stop the playback and go  
back to the DVD LOGO.  
Pausing Play/Step Play  
Shortly pressing on the front panel or on the remote control for the first time  
during playback will stop playback temporarily. To return to normal playback, press  
again or press ENTER button on the remote control or OK button on the front panel.  
If you play a DVD/VCD/SVCD, press again to stop at the next picture (step  
function). If you play a CD/MP3/Picture CD, pressing again is ineffective.  
Rapid Forward / Rapid Reverse  
Press & during playback. Each time the button is pressed, the speed of rapid  
forward /reverse changes according to the disc as follows.  
DVD/VCD/CD/MP3: Normal playback X2 X4 X8 X20  
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Slow Motion Playback (For DVD Only)  
Press SLOW button on the remote control during play. Each time the button is  
pressed, the speed of slow forward /reverse changes according to the disc as  
follows.  
DVD: Normal playback SF1/2 SF1/3 SF1/4 SF1/7 SF1/6 SF1/5  
In slow motion state, press OK on the front panel or ENTER on the remote control  
to recover the normal playback.  
Skipping Track  
Press / buttons on the remote control or press and hold / on the front panel  
during playback. Press to skip to the next track, and press to skip to the previous  
track.  
Note: For some VCD2.0 discs (PBC-playback control), / buttons may be unavailable.  
Volume Level Adjustment  
Press and hold VOL+/- button on the front panel to increase or decrease the  
volume level. Shortly press on the front panel or MUTE button on the remote  
control will mute the sound, shortly press or MUTE again will resume the sound.  
DVD Video Menu Play  
When playing a DVD disc in the DVD player:  
1) The disc will be played automatically and stop at menu picture.  
2) Use / , / cursor buttons to move between the highlight bars in the menu.  
3) Press OK button on the remote control or ENTER button on the front panel to  
confirm the selected item. Mode Selection  
Press and hold MODE button on the front panel or press SOURCE button on the  
remote control to change the mode.  
Menu Function  
Shortly press SETUP button on the front panel during DVD, AV, TV mode to display  
the adjustment items on the screen.  
BRIGHTNESS 32  
CONTRAST 32  
COLOR 32  
TINT 31  
RESET  
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Press / buttons on the DVD unit or / buttons on the remote control to select among  
BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR and TINT (For the unit with NTSC system) items and  
etc. Press / buttons on the DVD unit shortly or press / buttons on the remote  
control to adjust the corresponding item.  
Menu Function  
Press the MENU button on the remote control during DVD mode will return to the  
MENU stored in the current disc.  
PBC FUNCTION (For VCD Disc)  
While the VCD disc is playing, press PBC button on the remote control to change  
between PBC ON and PBC OFF on the VCD disc.  
Repeat Playback  
FOR DVD:  
Press REPEAT button on the remote control to select repeat mode as follow:  
CHAPTER REPEAT ON  
FOR VCD/CD:  
In stop mode, press REPEAT button to select repeat mode as follow.  
REP-ONE REP-ALL REPEAT OFF  
TITLE REPEAT ON  
REPEAT OFF  
1. Continuously repeat at the current chapter/track, when selected REP-ONE mode.  
2. Select REP-ALL mode to continuously repeat all chapter/track on the current  
disc.  
3. When the player finish playback the current disc last chapter/track, it will stop  
display the elapsed time. When selected REPEAT OFF mode, REP-ONE & REP-ALL  
disappear at the screen display.  
4. REPEAT feature does not support VCD2.0 (with PBC ON).  
A-B  
A-B repeat allows a passage to be repeated continuously. Press and hold A-B  
button on the remote control at the start of the required passage, then press and  
hold A-B button again at the end of the passage. To revert to normal playing, press  
and hold A-B button again.  
Multi-audio Language Funciton  
For DVD  
Shortly press AUDIO on the remote control during playback. Each time the button  
is pressed, the audio soundtrack language changes on sequential order.  
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Notes:  
- The language number is different according to the disc.  
- Some discs only contain one language soundtrack.  
- When no different language soundtracks are recorded, will be displayed at screen  
left top corner.  
For VCD/CD  
Press AUDIO on the remote control during playback. It is possible to switch the  
sound between monaural and stereo sound.  
MONO LEFT MONO RIGHT STEREO  
Title Menu Function (For DVD Only) If the DVD has multiple titles recorded on the  
disc. It can select preferred title from the title menu to start playback.  
1. Press TITLE on the remote control during playback.  
- The title menu is display.  
2. Press the cursor button shown in screen display, select preferred title by the  
cursor button and confirm by OK button on the DVD unit or ENTER on the remote  
control.  
Multi-Subtitle Language Function  
(For DVD only)  
Press SUB-T on the remote control during playback. Each time the button is  
pressed, the subtitle language changes in sequential order.  
Notes:  
- The language number is different according to the disc.  
- Some discs only contain one subtitle language.  
- When no different subtitle language are recorded, will be displayed at screen left  
top corner.  
Multi-angle Function (For DVD only)  
Press ANGLE on the remote control during playback.  
Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes in sequential order.  
Notes:  
- The angle number is different according to the disc.  
- The function only works for discs having scenes recorded at different angles.  
- When no different angle is recorded, will be displayed at screen left top corner.  
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SETUP  
In DVD mode, when the disc is playing or in stop mode, press and hold SETUP on  
the DVD unit to enter setup menu.  
.. When the cursor is on the topside, use / buttons to move between the different  
pages.  
.. Press button to move the cursor to the setup page below and then you can use  
/ buttons to move between the different setup options.  
.. Press button to display the choice list for each setup option and then use / but-  
tons and ENTER button or OK to change your selection.  
System Setup  
1) TV SYSTEM  
TV SYSTEM setup allows to select the system to fit to the color system of the TV to  
be connected.  
NTSC—Select this system for NTSC TV.  
PAL—Select this system for PAL TV.  
AUTO—Select NTSC and PAL automatically.  
2) SCREEN SAVER  
If there is no operation for some time the DVD player will enable the screen saver  
mode. You can setup the waiting time among 1MIN, 5MIN, 10MIN, 30MIN and OFF.  
3) TV TYPE  
Selecting the screen aspect ratio among 4:3PS, 4:3LB and 16:9.  
4) PASSWORD  
Setup the password of the unit. For the first time use the default password “0000”  
to unlock the unit.  
5) RATING  
Setup the parental rating: NO ADULT, KID SAFE or VIEW ALL.  
6) DEFAULT  
To restore the default value.  
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Language Setup  
1) OSD LANGUAGE  
Supporting OSD language: ENGLISH, CHINESE, GERMAN, SPANISH, FRENCH and POR-  
TUGUESE.  
2) AUDIO LANG  
Supporting audio language: CHINESE, ENGLISH, JAPAN, FRENCH, SPANISH, POR-  
TUGUESE, LATIN and GERMAN.  
3) SUBTITLE LANG  
Supporting subtitle language: CHINESE, ENGLISH, JAPAN, FRENCH, SPANISH, POR-  
TUGUESE, GERMAN and OFF.  
4) MENU LANG  
Supporting MENU language: CHINESE, ENGLISH, JAPAN, FRENCH, SPANISH, POR-  
TUGUESE, GERMAN and LATIN.  
AUDIO SETUP  
In AUDIO SETUP menu, you can adjust the treble and bass, there are seven levels  
(b, -4, -2, 0, +2, +4, #) you can choose.  
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BKT FOR DVD UNIT  
This Car Dock for DVD unit Docking System has been designed exclusively for the  
shuttle models with built-in TV Tuner (not functional in all markets), You can use  
it to install the DVD unit on a car.  
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1. POWER—Press it to turn the power on or off.  
2. CH+/-—Press it to change the channel up or down.  
3. ON-AUTO-OFF—Car dome lamp switch.  
4. Lock Button—Press it to open the panel.  
5. AUTO—Auto scan the channel.  
6. FMT - Scroll through FM frequencies or FM OFF (hold button down to quickly scan  
through frequencies) [below the lowest frequency or above the highest frequency  
is FM OFF]  
7. SOURCE - Scroll through DVD, AV inputs, and TV tuner  
8. Cover  
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Install the DVD Player to the Dock  
Note: Be sure to turn the power off before installing the shuttle.  
a. Insert the bottom part of the DVD unit into the lower part of the docking  
station(4). Be sure lock tab (2) is moved to the right before inserting the DVD.  
b. Center the DVD player in the docking station, Gently push the DVD player into  
the docking station, the two tabs (3) on the docking station, will latched with the  
DVD unit (Refer to the right picture above.) Once the units are docked lock tab (2)  
can be engaged by pushing it to the left, this will prevent the DVD from coming  
loose.  
c. For getting a nice view, you can change the DVD angel (0-180º) by rotating the  
docking station’s panel. Pushing the screen forward or pulling it back to get the  
best viewing angle  
d. Removing the DVD unit from the docking station, just push the lock button (2)  
to the right side to unlock the cover, then press the release button (1), and tack  
out the DVD unit.  
Mode Selection  
Press SOURCE button on the docking station panel to change the mode.  
TV Operation  
1) Auto searching TV channels  
Press AUTO button on remote control or on the docking station panel to start search  
channel automatically. In the course of searching, press CHbutton on the remote  
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control or on the docking station panel to stop searching.  
2) Selecting channel  
Press CH+/- buttons on remote control or on the docking station panel to choose  
channel up or down.  
The numeric buttons (0,1~9) allows toselect the corresponding channel directly.  
3) Screen display  
Press DSP button on remote control or on docking station panel to display the  
current status such as TVch. If there is no operation for more than five seconds,  
the information on the screen will disappear.  
Other Operation  
1) Dome Lamp Switch  
There are two dome lamps on the docking station, you can use dome lamp switch  
to turn it on or off.  
When the switch is on AUTO position, if you open the door of the car, the lamp will  
turn on, when the door closed, the lamp will turn off.  
2) FM Transmitter Function  
Press FMT button on the docking station panel to change the transmit frequency or  
turn the FM transmitter on or off. The transmitting frequency can be selected from  
97.5M to 107.9M. One step below 97.5 and one step above 107.9 is FM off  
FM can also be turned off with FM button on the remote control.  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING  
If it appears that your DVD unit is faulty, first consult this checklist. It may be that  
something simple has been overlooked. Under no circumstances should you try to  
repair the player yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Only qualified  
service personnel can remove the cover or service this player.  
NO POWER  
.. Check if the on/off button on the front of the player is set to on.  
.. Check if AC or DC power plug of the mains unit is properly connected.  
.. Check if there is power at the AC or DC outlet.  
.. Check if the voltage is properly connected to the DVD unit or if the voltage of  
the battery is too low.  
NO PICTURE  
.. Select the correct TV or AV input.  
.. Check the video connection.  
DISTORTED PICTURE  
.. Check the disc for fingerprints and clean with soft cloth, wiping from center to  
edge.  
.. Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear. This is not a malfunc-  
tion.  
COMPLETELY DISTORTED PICTURE  
.. The disc format is not according to the TV-set used (PAL/NTSC).  
NO COLOR IN PICTURE  
.. The disc format is not according to the TV-set used (PAL/NTSC).  
DISC DOES NOT PLAY  
.. Ensure the disc label is upwards.  
.. Clean the disc.  
.. Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.  
NO SOUND  
.. Check audio connections.  
.. If using a HIFI amplifier, try another sound source.  
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.. If there is no sound when using wireless headphone, Check if the IR of/off is set  
to ON and make sure the batteries in the headphones are good.  
NO RETURN TO START-UP SCREEN WHEN DISC IS REMOVED  
.. Press and hold power button to turn off the unit, then press it again to turn on  
the unit.  
THE PLAYER DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE REMOTE CONTROL  
.. Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the player.  
.. Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.  
.. Inspect or replace the remote control batteries.  
DISTORTED OR B/W PICTURE  
.. The disc format is not according to the TV-set used (PAL/NTSC).  
BUTTONS DO NOT WORK  
.. Turn the player off and on with the power on/off button on the front of the  
player.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Supply voltage: 12V DC (11V-15V), test voltage 14.4V, negative ground  
Current consumption: Less than 2A  
Battery charge voltage: 12V DC  
Signal system: Compositive video 1.0 0.2Vp-p 75.  
Discs played:  
(1) DVD-VIDEO disc  
(2) Compact disc (CD-DA/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/MP4)  
(3) VIDEO CD  
Audio output level: 10k. (2 ch 2.0 0.5Vrms)  
Audio signal output characteristics:  
(1) Frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz  
(2) S/N ratio: 80 dB (JIS)  
(3) Wow and Flutter Below measurable limits  
Note:  
Specifications and design are subject to modification, without notice, due to  
improvements in technology. This product incorporates copyright protection  
technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other  
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights  
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by  
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses  
only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering  
or disassembly is prohibited.  
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System  
Laser (If DVD is installed)  
Signal Formats  
Semiconductor laser  
NTSC, PAL  
Audio Characteristics  
Frequency Response  
(If DVD is installed)  
DVD Video (PCM@ 96kHz)  
20 Hz - 40 kHz 1dB  
20 Hz - 20 kHz 1dB  
20 Hz - 20 kHz 1dB  
DVD Video (PCM@ 48kHz)  
CD  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Harmonic Distortion  
90dB  
0.01%  
DVD Video  
Dynamic Range  
95dB  
95dB  
(If DVD is installed)  
CD  
Line level A/V outputs  
Audio (RCA jacks)  
Video (RCA jack)  
2 Vrms  
1 V p-p @75 ohms  
Line level A/V inputs  
Audio (RCA jack)  
Video (RCA jack)  
General  
2 Vrms  
1 V p-p  
Power Requirements  
Power Consumption  
Dimensions  
14.4 VDC, 3.35 amps  
42.6 watts  
5A fuse  
345 mm x 65 mm x 282 mm  
(length/height/width)  
15.25 in. x 3 in. x 18.75 in.  
(length/height/width)  
Mass  
2.3 kg  
3 lbs  
Operating Temperature  
Operating Humidity  
0°–50°C  
10% to 90%  
32°–120°F  
NOTE: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.  
NOTE: The unit will automatically power off once the ACC is turned off (ignition key off).  
Ensure that the RED (+ACC) wire is connected to ACC power.  
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The company behind this system is Directed Electronics.  
Since its inception, Directed has had one purpose, to provide consumers with the finest vehicle security, car stereo  
products, rear seat entertainment, and accessories available. The recipient of more than 20 patents in the field of  
advanced electronic technology, Directed is ISO 9001 registered.  
Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America and around the world.  
Call (800) 274-0200 for more information about our products and services.  
Directed® is committed to delivering world-class quality products  
and services that excite and delight our customers.  
Directed Electronics  
Vista, CA 92081  
© 2006 Directed Electronics—All rights reserved  
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