Audiovox PVS3393 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture , does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
DISC FORMATS
The unit can playback
DVDs Audio CDs
[8cm/12cm disc] [8cm/12cm disc] Compatible
Region Management Information
Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the region management
information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the DVD does not correspond to the
region number of this unit, it cannot play that disc.
The region number of this unit is 1.
Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available
When the symbol appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not
available at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the specific functions of
DVDs. Certain functions may not be available on some DVDs. Be sure to read the documentation provided
with the DVD.
Icons Used on DVDs
Language selections for audio
Sample lcons
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Note: When playing back a CD-G
(Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio
Multiple camera angles
portion will be played, but the graphic images
Region code indicator
1
will not be shown.
Title, Chapter and Tracks
Title 1 Title 1 Title 1 Title 1 Title 1
• DVDs are divided into "titles" and "chapters". If the disc has
more than one movie on it, each movie would be a separate
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
"title". "Chapters" are sections of titles.
• Audio CDs are divided into "tracks". A "track" is usually
one song on an audio CD.
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3
Note: Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded
on them, but some do not.
Notes on Unauthorized Discs
You may not be able to play some DVDs on this unit, particularly if they were purchased from outside your
geographic area or made for business purposes.
ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
• To order accessories visit web site (http://www.1800customersupport.com/audiovox)
Remote control (with battery) .................................................................................................... x 1
Rechargeable battery ................................................................................................................. x 1
AC adapter ................................................................................................................................. x 1
Car power adapter ..................................................................................................................... x 1
REMOTE CONTROL
Using the Remote Control
• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on
Remove the
the unit.
PLASTIC sheet
• When using this unit in very bright light, the infrared REMOTE
CONTROL SENSOR may not work properly. before USING
• The recommended effective distance for remote operation is the Remote
about 16 feet (5 meters). Control.
TO CHANGE REMOTE BATTERY
1. Open the battery door. 2. Insert one CR2025 (3V) size battery.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the remote control will be greatly reduced and
you will need to replace the battery.
Note: If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the battery.
WARNING: Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or it may leak and/or explode.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
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CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE
Remote Control
1) TV MODE button
1
Adjust Brigntness, Contrast, Color or View
2
Mode of the LCD screen.
3
2) PREV button
4
Move back through titles, chapters or tracks on
5
a disc.
6
3) / SEARCH buttons
SEARCH: Fast reverse playback.
SEARCH: Fast forward playback. 7
4) GOTO button
Skip directly to a location on a DVD.
8
5) Cursor ( , , , ) buttons
Use to move between selections on a menu
screen and adjust certain settings.
ENTER button
Confirm selections on a menu screen.
6) MEMORY button 10) AUDIO button
In STOP mode, set titles/chapters in a favorite Select one of the audio sound tracks on a DVD
order. (if more than one is available) or select the
7) Number (0 - 9) buttons audio output mode on a CD.
Use when creating programs and locating a 11) ANGLE button
title/chapter or specific time. Switches between multiple camera angles when
8) REPEAT A-B button the DVD you are playing has been programmed
Perform point-to-point repeat playback on a with multiple camera angles.
DVD or CD. 12) DISPLAY button
REPEAT DISC button Show status information on the screen.
Repeat a DVD chapter or title. 13) STOP button
Repeat a CD track or the entire disc. Stop playing a disc.
SETUP button PLAY button
When a DVD is stopped, brings up the unit's Start or resume playback of a disc.
SETUP menu.
PAUSE button
9) SUBTITLE button Pause playback, frame advance.
Select one of the subtitle languages
14) NEXT button
programmed on a DVD (if available). Move forward through titles, chapters or tracks
RETURN button on a disc.
Return to normal operation after using the 15) MENU button
SETUP menu of a DVD. Enter and exit the main DVD menu.
Unit
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Title 2 Title 2 Title 2 Title 2 Title 2
1) DC IN 10.5V~12V jack PLAY button
Connect the AC adapter or car power adapter. Press to start or resume playing a disc.
Chapter 1 Chapter 2
2) AUDIO OUT L/R jacks STOP button
3) VIDEO OUT jack Stop playing a disc.
Track 4 Track 5
4) CHARGE/STANDBY(power off)/ON switch / buttons
5) VOLUME control
SEARCH: Fast forward playback.
Adjust the volume. SEARCH: Fast reverse playback.
6) Headphones/Earphones jack 8) Remote sensor
7) PAUSE button Receive the remote control signal.
Press to pause playback of disc. Each time you 9) CHARGING indicator
subsequently press the PAUSE button the Charge the rechargeable battery before using it
for the first time. The normal charging time is at
picture advances one frame at a time. Press
the PLAY button to resume playback at least 4-5 hours. The green charging light will go
out when the battery becomes fully charged.
normal speed.
10) STANDBY/ON indicator
NEXT button
When the CHARGE/STANDBY/ON switch is
Press the NEXT button to advance chapters/
tracks. in the ON position, the light will illuminate.
11) Disc Door
PREV button
Press the PREV button to go back to previous
chapters/tracks.
POWER SUPPLY
A. Using the AC Adapter
This unit can be powered up with the included AC adapter.
AC adapter
Cautions:
• The AC adapter included with this unit is for its
use only. Do not use it with other equipment. 2
• Turn off the unit before unplugging the AC adapter
To AC
from the unit so as to avoid the unit being damaged.
outlet
• When the unit is not going to be used for long time,
disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
Important:
• Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet
at once.
• When the AC adapter is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected from the main
power source, even when the power is turned off.
Warning:
• AC adapter is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable and should not be
obstructed during intended use. To completely disconnect the apparatus from the main power supply,
the AC adapter of the apparatus should be disconnected from the wall outlet completely.
• When the signal lamp LED is off, it indicates that the apparatus is completely disconnected from the mains.
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B. Using the Car Power Adapter
The included car power adapter is designed for use with vehicles that have a 12V, negative ground electrical
system.
2 To the cigarette
lighter socket
Warnings:
TV MODE MENU
15 • Unplug the car power adapter from
PREV SEARCH NEXT the cigarette lighter socket when
14
not in use.
GOTO STOP PAUSE
13
• Do not use in vehicles with 24V
PLAY
ENTER
electrical systems.
MEMORY ANGLE DISPLAY 12
M
11
AUDIO
2 3 10
SUBTITLE/
RETURN
4 5 6 9 Cautions:
• Use only the included 12V car power adapter. Use of any other 12V car power adapter could damage
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the unit.
SETUP
• The 12V car power adapter included is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with any other equipment.
A-B DISC
REPEAT
• In the interest of traffic safety, drivers should not operate the unit or view videos while driving.
• When the inside of the cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ashes or dust, the plug section may become
hot due to poor contact. Be sure to clean the cigarette lighter socket before use.
• After use, disconnect the car power adapter from both the unit and cigarette lighter socket.
• If the unit is not properly attached to a vehicle, it may become airborne in the event of an accident and
cause damage, injury, or death.
• Check your local traffic laws for rules governing the use of video devices in vehicles before using this
unit in your vehicle.
C. Using the Rechargeable Battery
Charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time. The normal charging time is approximately
4-5 hours. The green charging light will go out when the battery becomes fully charged.
TO RECHARGE THE BATTERY
Rear of Unit
1 Slide the battery to the
corresponding direction
Rechargeable Battery
on the rear of the unit.
4 To AC
outlet
3
To DC IN
10.5V~ 12V
jack
AC Adapter
STANDBY
CHARGE ON
Warnings:
• The unit should only be recharged when it is in CHARGE mode by using the AC adapter.
• The rechargeable battery cannot be recharged when the unit is ON.
Cautions:
• The AC adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other equipment.
• When the unit is not going to be used for long time, disconnect the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
• When the AC adapter is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected from the main power
supply, even when the power is turned off.
Condition and Attention:
• When the rechargeable battery power is low, the unit will stop playing.
• Do not short-circuit the terminals.
• Recharge the battery when you are ready to use it again.
• While using the rechargeable battery, the environmental temperature should be 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F).
• To get the longest service life of the rechargeable battery, charge at indoor-temperature.
• Dispose of used battery pack promptly. Keep away from children. Never dispose the rechargeable battery
in fire or water. Never heat the rechargeable battery.
• Do not open the rechargeable battery; refer servicing only to qualified service personnel.
Turning on the Unit
1. Slide the CHARGE/STANDBY/ON switch on the left side of the unit to the "ON" position.
2. The DVD logo (start-up picture) will appear on the screen.
3. After use, slide the CHARGE/STANDBY/ON switch to STANDBY (power off) position.
CONNECTIONS
A. Connecting a TV
• If your TV has Audio/Video inputs, you can
also connect the unit to your TV using
optional Audio/Video cable.
Left side of Unit
• You must adjust the VOLUME to MAXIMUM
when you connect this unit to other
equipment.
• Put down the LCD cover when the playback
1
mode is chosen.
To DC IN
Watching a DVD on your TV
10.5V~12V jack
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Turn on the TV and follow the instructions included with it to play the DVD.
Note: Please use the correct Audio/Video cable.
B. Using Headphones/Earphones
• Turn down the volume before connecting, and then adjust the level.
• When headphones/earphones are connected, no sound will be
emitted from the unit's speaker.
Caution: Avoid listening to sound at levels which may be
harmful to your ears.
Note: When headphones/earphones are connected to the unit, the speakers are automatically disabled.
Left side of Unit
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can
reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio.
The unit automatically recognizes the Dolby Digital bitstream and provides a downmix suitable for two-
1
channel listening. An additional Dolby Digital decoder is required for reproduction of the discrete multi-
To DC IN 10.5V~12V jack
channel soundtracks available on many DVDs.
Car power adapter
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
PLAYING A DISC
This owner's manual explains the basic instructions for operating this unit. Some DVDs are
produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. Therefore, this
unit may not respond to all operating commands. THIS IS NOT A DEFECT. Please refer to the
instructions accompanying the specific DVD in question for more information about the
options available on that DVD.
" " may appear on the screen during operation. A "
not permitted by the unit or disc.
Playing a Disc
1. Slide the CHARGE/STANDBY/ON switch on the left side of the unit to the ON position.
See CUSTOMIZING THE FUNCTION SETTINGS before proceeding to step 2.
2. Open the disc door.
2 To BATTERY IN
3. Hold the disc by its sides and carefully place it onto the spindle with the label side
jack
facing up, pushing gently until you hear a "click".
4. Close the disc door.
It takes a short while for your unit to load the disc. After loading, the unit will
automatically bring you to the main menu of the DVD or start playing the DVD.
5. If the unit does not automatically start playing the DVD, press the
Pausing Playback (Still Mode)
Press the PAUSE button. To resume normal playback, press the
Each time you press the PAUSE button, the picture advances one frame.
Stopping Playback
6 Charging
Press the STOP button at the location where you want to interrupt playback. To resume playback at the
light ON
position where the disc was stopped, press the
If you press the STOP button twice, the unit's memory will be cleared and pressing the
will reset the disc to the beginning.
7 Recharging is
Fast Forward / Fast Reverse
completed when
5 Slide the switch charging light
1. Press the SEARCH or
to CHARGE. goes out.
or SEARCH button, the playback speed changes in the following sequence:
x 2 x 4
2. Press the PLAY button when you reach the desired point to resume normal playback.
Notes:
• The DVD player mutes sound and subtitles during reverse and forward scan of DVD video discs.
• The fast playback speed may differ depending on the disc.
SKIP (Forward / Reverse)
• Press the NEXT button to advance chapters/tracks.
• Press the PREV button to go back to current or previous chapters/tracks.
• For audio CDs, use the number buttons on the remote control to jump immediately to the desired track.
Audio Selection
On some DVD discs, the sound is recorded in two or more formats. Follow the directions below to select
the preferred language and sound system.
1. While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button to show the current
audio format number.
2. Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio format.
Notes:
• If only one audio format is recorded on the DVD disc, the number does not change.
• Some DVD discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press
the MENU button and choose the appropriate language on the disc menu.
• You can select different audio channels (Stereo, Left or Right) on an audio CD by pressing the AUDIO
button repeatedly.
Subtitle Selection
1. While a DVD is playing, press the SUBTITLE button to display the current language
setting, as shown in the example.
2. Press the SUBTITLE button repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language. You can turn subtitles off
by pressing the SUBTITLE button repeatedly until the "
Notes:
• Some DVD video discs are set to display subtitles automatically, and you cannot turn them off even if you
Left side of Unit
set the subtitle function to off.
• During some scenes, the subtitles may not appear immediately after you select your desired scene.
• The number of subtitle languages recorded differs depending on the disc. If only one language is recorded,
TV
the language does not change.
White Red Yellow
To
• This function can only be used for discs on which subtitles have been recorded in multiple languages.
White
L
AUDIO/ VIDEO
AUDIO IN • Some DVD discs allow you to change subtitles only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press the MENU
R
OUT jacks
Red button and choose the appropriate subtitle on the disc menu.
VIDEO IN
Yellow
Audio / Video cable
Angle Selection
Some DVDs contain scenes which have been shot from a number of different angles. For these discs, the
same scene can be viewed from each of these different angles.
1. While you are playing a DVD with different angles
recorded, press the ANGLE button to view the number of
Left side of Unit
current angles available.
2. Press the ANGLE button repeatedly to change the scene
to the next recorded angle.
• After approx. two seconds, playback will continue from
the new angle selected.
• If no button is pressed within 10 seconds, playback
continues without changing the current angle.
Headphones/Earphones
Notes:
(3.5mm diameter plug)
• This function can only be used for discs on which scenes shot from multiple angles have been recorded.
• If only one angle is recorded, "
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SOUND SYSTEM
Basic playback DVD CD
" means that the desired operation is
PLAY button.
PLAY button.
PLAY button.
PLAY button
SEARCH button when a disc is playing. Each time you press the SEARCH
x 8 x 16 x 2 x 4 x 8 x 16
DVD
1/4
" is displayed.
Off
DVD
1/3
Sequence of angle shots
(Example)
1/1 " is displayed.
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