O W N E R ’ S G U I D E
INSTALLATION GUIDE
MODEL HVM580
5.8”
Widescreen Headrest
Monitor
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Table of Contents
Non-Transferable Limited ONE YEAR Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation—Pedestal Mount (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation—Seat Head Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Electrical Connections—General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Electrical Connections—Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Monitor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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Important Notes
1. Before operating your LCD Monitor system, please read these instructions carefully.
2. Retain this manual for future reference.
3. Do not remove any WARNING stickers on the unit.
4. 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.
5. Using spare parts from another manufacturer may cause permanent damage to
the unit.
6. Avoid installing the monitor screen in a position that is exposed to direct sun-
light and hot air vents.
7. Install the unit in a dry location, avoid condensation.
8. Ensure that all wiring is properly connected before operating the unit.
9. 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.
10. When operating the monitor, avoid touching or pressing on the LCD screen.
Excessive force will damage the LCD screen.
11. 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.
12. Before replacing a blown fuse, turn the unit off and disconnect all power. Ensure
the replacement fuse is of the same rating (5A) of the fuse being replaced.
13. 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.
14. The battery (CR2025) in the remote control has a useful lifetime of approxi-
mately 6-months. To ensure proper and reliable operation, replace the battery
in a timely manner.
15. The rated operating temperature range of the unit is 32º–92º F. Cool or warm
the vehicle to within this temperature range prior to unit operation.
16. 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.
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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
What is Included
Quantity
Item
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
5.8” Monitor HVM580
AD-6865 Interconnection Box
Din connector interface cable 1.2m
Power Cable (4-conductor)
Instruction Manual
Remote Control (with CR2025 battery)
Mounting Shroud
Mounting Screws
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Installation—Pedestal Mount (Optional)
1. Slide monitor onto the pedestal mount and then tighten using fastener (the
pedestal mount is optional).
LCD SCREEN
(REAR)
PEDESTAL
MOUNT
(OPTIONAL)
2. Firmly attach dash mount on a flat surface and adjust viewing angle of moni-
tor by tightening the viewing angle knob at the side.
LCD
SCREEN
MOUNTING PEDESTAL
(OPTIONAL)
VIEWING ANGLE
KNOB LOCK
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Installation—Seat Head Rest
1 Pull the connecting cable assembly through the LCD mounting shroud as shown
below.
2. Connect the Din interface cable to the cable from the monitor.
3. To install the monitor into the seat head rest you must ensure that the moni-
tor connecting cable assembly has already been pulled through the mounting
shroud and the head rest support tube. (As an alternative the cable can be
routed beside the headrest support tube.)
4. Ensure that the the cable assembly is routed to prevent damage when the seat
is adjusted. If the connecting cable is routed along side the headrest support
tube ensure that it routed so that it will not be damaged when the headrest is
adjusted.
MOUNTING
SHROUD
HEADREST
DIN
CONNECTOR
2
1
DIN
CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL
CABLE
3
LCD CABLE
HEADREST
SUPPORT TUBE
5. Place headrest shroud into the opening and secure it with correct fasteners.
6. Ensure that there is no foreign objects or other material trapped inside the LCD
mounting shroud before pushing the monitor onto the shroud. Make sure that
the monitor securely locks in place in the shroud.
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5
MONITOR
MOUNTING
SHROUD
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Electrical Connections—General
The following diagram shows the common connections for this system.
VIDEO SOURCE 2
INPUT
VIDEO SOURCE 1
INPUT
VIDEO
OUT
INTERCONNECTION
BOX ADAPTOR
AD-6865
YELLOW BATTERY (+)
RED ACCESSORY (ACC)
BLACK GROUND
MONITOR CABLE
ASSEMBLY
POWER CABLE
BLUE 12VDC (1A) OUTPUT
5.8” MONITOR
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Electrical Connections—Optional
The following diagram shows the typical connections for TV and other optional
NOT
equipment
provided with this system.
ANTENNA, AM/FM
TV ANTENNA
DIVERSITY
FM MODULATOR
TV TUNER
IN - CAR AUDIO EQUIPMENT
MONITOR CABLE
ASSEMBLY
BATTERY (+)
ACCESSORY (ACC)
GROUND
POWER CABLE
SAFETY CONNECTION
HAND BRAKE SWITCH
5.8” MONITOR
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Monitor Controls
5.8” MONITOR
MODE ON/OFF AND MODE SELECTION
UP SELECTION AND POSITIVE ADJUSTMENT
MENU - DISPLAY
DOWN SELECTION AND NEGATIVE ADJUSTMENT
INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER
ON SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) INDICATOR
COLOR ADJUSTMENT
BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT
TINT ADJUSTMENT
COLOR
BRIGHT
TINT
DIMMER
FORMAT
RESET
MENU
MODE
DIMMER ON/OFF
FORMAT SELECTION
RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS
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Remote Control
POWER ON/OFF
DOWN ADJUSTMENT
UP ADJUSTMENT
C
H
/D IS
C
/S
E
T
MODE SELECTION
P
O
1
4
W
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R
M
M
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D
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N
U
2
3
MENU (OSD ACTIVATION AND
FUNCTION SELECTION)
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6
M
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M
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Y
USING MENU FUNCTION KEY
PRESS MENU KEY
C O L O R
C
H
/D IS
C
/S
E
T
B R IG H T
MENU
P
O
1
4
W
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M
M
O
E
D
E
T IN T
D IM M E R
N
U
MODE
2
3
F O R M A T
R E S E T
5
6
M
OSD WILL APPEAR
ON THE SCREEN
C O L O R
B R IG H T
T IN T
MENU
MODE
D IM M E R
F O R M A T
R E S E T
OSD INDICATOR
PRESS MENU KEY UNTIL OSD INDICATOR
IS POSITIONED TO THE DESIRED FUNCTION
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KEY
PRESS
TO THE DESIRED SETTING
MENU
MODE
C
H
/D IS
C
/S
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T
P
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1
4
W
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D
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N
U
3
C O L O R
3 2
M
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M
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Y
PRESS
TO THE DESIRED SETTING
KEY
MENU
MODE
C
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/D IS
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/S
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P
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D
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C O L O R
1
4
2
3 2
5
O
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Y
PRESS MODE KEY TO SELECT VIDEO
SOURCE INPUT 1 OR 2 (AV1 OR AV2)
MODE KEY
AV1:NTSC
MENU
MODE
C
H
/D IS
C
/S
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T
P
O
W
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R
M
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D
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1
2
5
3
6
4
M
AV2:NTSC
PRESS THE UP OR DOWN ARROW
BUTTONS TO SELECT BETWEEN
NTSC (US TV) AND PAL
MENU
MODE
(OVERSEAS COUNTRIES TV) DISPLAY
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Display Mode
1. Press MENU to display the OSD.
2. Press the MENU button to select FORMAT.
3. Press the up or down buttons to switch the screen size from the options below.
FULL
ZOOM
OSD WILL APPEAR
ON THE SCREEN
NORMAL
FULL
6:9 picture is fully displayed on the screen.
ZOOM The picture is stretched vertically and horizontally.
NORMAL When a 4:3 picture is displayed on the screen, the full picture is displayed
vertically and horizontally (without horizontal stretching). Black bands will appear
at both sides of the picture.
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Maintenance
NOTE: Before using remote after installation, remove the battery plastic protective
slip.
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.
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The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc.
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.
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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, Inc.
Vista, CA 92081
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