Directed Video HVM700 User Manual

O W N E R ’ S G U I D E

INSTALLATION GUIDE

MODEL HVM700

7”

16:9 Widescreen

Headrest Monitor

Table of Contents

Non-Transferable Limited ONE YEAR Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

What is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation—Seat Head Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Electrical Connections—General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Electrical Connections—Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Monitor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Operation............................................................................................11

Maintenance........................................................................................11

Operation and Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Operation............................................................................................12

Display Settings...................................................................................12

Brightness ..........................................................................................13

Color..................................................................................................13

Contrast..............................................................................................14

Tint ...................................................................................................14

Display Mode.......................................................................................15

Video Format.......................................................................................15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Important Notes

1. Before operating your LCD Monitor system, please read these instructions carefully.

2. Retain this manual for future reference.

3. Do not use any chemical solvent, cleaning agent or corrosive detergent to clean

away dirt on the surface of the screen. Doing so may cause irreversible dam-

age to the surface of the LCD screen. To clean off dirt or fingerprints, it is rec-

ommended that a soft-damp lens-cleaning cloth be used.

4. Using spare parts from another manufacturer may cause permanent damage to

the unit.

5. Avoid installing the monitor screen in a position that is exposed to direct sun-

light and hot air vents.

6. Install the unit in a dry location, avoid condensation.

7. Ensure that all wiring is properly connected before operating the unit.

8. Should the LCD panel break, avoid contact with the broken glass or fluid leaking

out from the enclosure. If you come into contact, flush and clean the affected

areas with plenty of water. Seek medical attention immediately.

9. When operating the monitor, avoid touching or pressing on the LCD screen.

Excessive force will damage the LCD screen.

10. When installing this unit in a vehicle, ensure that the installation and use of

this unit is in compliance with local vehicle rules and regulations.

11. Before replacing a blown fuse, turn the unit off and disconnect all power. Ensure

the replacement fuse is of the same rating (2A) of the fuse being replaced.

12. If during operation the unit overheats or malfunctions, turn off the power and

contact your dealer. Do NOT disassemble the unit, there are no user servicea-

ble parts in the unit.

13. The battery in the remote control (CR2025) has a useful lifetime of approxi-

mately 6-months. To ensure proper and reliable operation, replace the battery

in a timely manner.

14. The rated operating temperature range of the unit is 32º–122º F (0º–50º C). Cool

or warm the vehicle to within this temperature range prior to unit operation.

15. The picture viewing quality of this LCD is dependent on the installed location.

Adjust the brightness control and/or the angle of the screen to achieve the

optimum visual quality.

Introduction

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 Video product. Through

years of critical testing and hand craftsmanship, we have created a wide range of

video entertainment products for your viewing pleasure.

This system incorporates the use of on screen display menu controls that allows you

to configure the system to suit your own personal preferences.

To view other great products from Directed Electronics, please visit the Directed

Video page at www.directed.com.

What is Included

Quantity

Item

7” Monitor HVM700

Din connector interface cable 1.2m

Instruction Manual

Remote Control (with CR2025 battery)

Mounting Shroud

Spacer Trim Ring

Installation—Seat Head Rest

The kit includes a protective trim ring and an optional spacer ring for use when the

mounting surface is uneven.

1. Select appropriate locations in your vehicle for the monitor.

2. Be sure there is sufficient depth for the trim ring. Add the spacer ring for

shallow locations with uneven curved surfaces such as upholstery. Be sure

there is enough space for both the trim ring and for any excess interconnect

cable.

3. Ensure that the interconnect cable will reach from the monitor location to the

power supply module.

4. Create the required opening for the monitor and trim ring. Be sure it is not

too large, and that there is enough space behind the trim ring to store any

excess interconnect cable. Excess cable does not fit within the trim ring.

5. Route the cable through the opening in the trim ring:

BLACK

CABLE

6. Mount the trim ring with the screws provided.

7. Connect the cable to the monitor.

8. Securely snap the monitor into place.

MONITOR

HEADREST SHROUD

TRIM RING SHROUD

WIRE IN TUBE

If you need to remove the monitor from the trim ring, insert a credit card or thin

plastic ruler between the monitor and the trim ring to release the monitor from the

flexible locking retainer tabs. Gently pull the monitor from the trim ring.

Electrical Connections—General

The following diagram shows the common connections for this system.

VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2

INPUT

WIRING SYSTEM:

YELLOW WIRE -- BATTERY (+)

RED WIRE -- ACC

BLACK WIRE -- GROUND

Monitor Controls

LCD PANEL

HEADREST SHROUD

POWER ON/OFF/MODE SELECTION

AND ENTER BUTTON

(PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON TO POWER OFF)

INFRA-RED REMOTE

RECEIVER

UP—POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE ADJUSTMENT

MENU—DISPLAYS MENU

DOWN—POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE ADJUSTMENT

Remote Control

OPERATION

The remote control includes the following buttons for use with this monitor:

Monitor Menu, Mode, Up, Down,Left, Right and Power.

CHANNEL SELECTION

SYSTEM SELECTION

FUNCTION SETTING

POWER ON/OFF

MAINTENANCE

NOTE:

slip.

Before using remote after installation, remove the battery plastic protective

Remote Controller

+ side

Battery

Latch

Battery Holder

1. Move the small latch to the right and slide out the battery holder.

2. Remove old battery and replace it with a new battery (CR2025) with the posi-

tive “+” sign facing as shown above.

3. Push battery holder back into its compartment until it is locked.

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 haz-

ard.

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.

Operation and Display Settings

OPERATION

When monitor is power on, press mode button on remote or power button control

panel to select video inputs AV1/AV2 NTSC/PAL. (Press and hold power button on

control panel to power off the monitor.)

DISPLAY SETTINGS

Press the Menu button on the remote or front control panel, the OSD menu will

show the LCD screen as below, use the up/down buttons on remote or up/down but-

tons on front control panel to select a setting.

COLOR