Advent ADVDLX9 Installation Manual

9" overhead led backlit lcd monitor with dvd player

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Page 1 ADVDLX 9" OVERHEAD LED BACKLIT LCD MONITOR WITH DVD PLAYER INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
VEHICLE PREPARATION �� 10 CONNECTING THE DOME LIGHTS �� 11 INSTALLING THE MOUNTING BRACKET �� 13 INSTALLING THE ADVDLX9 VIDEO SYSTEM�� 14 INSTALLING THE SCREW CAPS AND USB COVER �� 16 TROUBLESHOOTING �� 17 APPENDIX A REMOVING THE TRIM RING, SNAP-ON SHROUD AND SCREEN COVER �� 18 APPENDIX B INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL THICK TRIM RING ��...
Page 4: Important Notices
System adjustments can be accomplished using the driver seat where it will not be visible, directly or indirectly, to the remote control, while seat-belts remain fastened. Enjoy your ADVENT operator of the motor vehicle. entertainment system but remember that the safety of all passengers *** Important Notices*** remains the number one priority.
Page 5: General System Configurations (Ir Transmit And Receive Modes M1 Or M2)
DVD Player: The ADVDLX9 has an option that allows the user to select from two IR transmit and receive codes (M1 or M2). This feature can be used when using two ADVDLX9s in the same installation or if the vehicle has an RSA (Rear Seat Audio) that uses an “A” channel headset. The ADVDLX9 comes factory set to M1.
Page 6: Materials Included In This Package
MATERIALS INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE 1. 9” TFT LCD Overhead Monitor With DVD Player - (1 pc) 2. Hardware Package (P/N 150-1661) - (1 pkg) M3 x 8mm Phillips Screws (P/N 100-2427) - (5 pcs) #4 x 5/16” Phillips Self Tapping Screw (P/N 100-2316) - (1 pc) #4 x 7/16”...
Page 7: Installing The Unit In A Vehicle
Place the unit on a soft surface to avoid damaging the plastic. Installing the Snap On Covers The ADVDLX9 is supplied with black, shale and pewter plastics to allow a custom installation. Choose the desired cover and install as follows. Snap On Cover...
Page 8: Installing The Snap-On Shroud And Screen Cover
INSTALLING THE SNAP-ON SHROUD AND SCREEN COVER Installing the Shroud NOTE: Work on a soft surface to avoid damaging the plastic. Remove the tape backing from the front and rear areas at the bottom of the shroud. Hook the shroud over the dome light (areas “A” as shown). Tape Backing (Front and Rear) Carefully align the two catches (1) with the openings on the DVD...
Page 9: Installing The Trim Ring
There are two Trim Ring options for mounting the ADVDLX9, one is to use the supplied Trim Ring for all vehicles with flat headliner mounting areas (no contour) or a thick Trim Ring (not supplied) that can be cut to fit the contour of a headliner that is not flat (see Appendix B of this manual) NOTE: The trim rings supplied with this unit are not designed to be trimmed.
Page 10 INSTALLING THE TRIM RING Trim Ring TRIM PLAYER RING ON DVD PLAYER Locate the #4 x 5/16” self-tapping screw in the hardware kit. Using a screwdriver, install the #4 x 5/16” self-tapping screw into the location marked “B” shown in the figure below. Locate the three (3) #4 x 7/16”...
Page 11: General Vehicle Installation Approach
GENERAL VEHICLE INSTALLATION APPROACH Decide upon system configuration and options that will be installed (i.e.: what components, Video Game, external amp, VCP, etc.). Review all manuals to become familiar with electrical requirements and connections. Decide upon mounting locations of all components and method of mounting. Prep the vehicle by removing any interior trim necessary to gain access to vehicle’s wiring as well as all areas where interconnecting wire harnesses will need to be located.
Page 12: Vehicle Preparation
NOTE: Always fuse the ACC +12V at the source where it is connected to the vehicle. The mounting method and location will vary from vehicle to vehicle, the only focus of this manual is the installation of the ADVDLX9. Generally, the best location for the video monitor is where the vehicle’s factory dome light is installed. The monitor should be located in such a manner that it can be comfortably viewed by rear seat passengers.
Page 13: Connecting The Dome Lights
CONNECTING THE DOME LIGHTS The dome lights in the video monitor require three connections to the vehicle’s wiring. There are two common types of dome light circuits used, positive switched systems or negative switched systems. Positive switched systems supply voltage to the interior lights to turn ON; negative switched systems apply ground to illuminate the bulbs.
Page 14 CONNECTING THE DOME LIGHTS Positive Switched Dome Lighting Negative Switched Dome Lighting Red-Lamp on To 3 pin Red-Lamp ON To 3 pin Black-Lamp common constant connector connector Black-Lamp Common Purple-Lamp Auto +12 VDC on Monitor Purple-Lamp Auto Fused constant +12 VDC Fused Factory Dome Light Circuit constant...
Page 15: Installing The Mounting Bracket
INSTALLING THE MOUNTING BRACKET Installing the Mounting Bracket Once all the pre-wiring is complete, locate: NOTE: The headliner may need to be cut to install the bracket. When cutting the headliner make sure no wires above the headliner are cut. •...
Page 16: Installing The Advdlx9 Video System
INSTALLING THE ADVDLX9 VIDEO SYSTEM Connect the 6 pin harness to the unit and make the connections to Verify all system functions before final mounting of the finished the vehicle. assembly. A/V Source Definitions: Connect the red and black power wires of the Power Harness to •...
Page 17 Installing the ADVDLX9 System Make all electrical connections. Attach the ADVDLX9 unit to the mounting bracket using four M5 screws. CAUTION: The M5 screws are supplied in three different lengths (10mm, 20mm and 40mm) to facilitate proper installation. Use extreme caution when using these screws to avoid damage to vehicle roof or other components, wiring, etc.
Page 18: Installing The Screw Caps And Usb Cover
INSTALLING THE SCREW CAPS AND USB COVER Installing the Screw Caps After the unit is mounted to the headliner, install the two snap in Screw Caps. The snap in Screw Caps are marked “L” and “R” on the inside. a. Facing the front of the vehicle, press the snap in Screw Cap marked “L” into the left screw hole. b.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM: REMEDY: No power at Video Monitor Verify +12 VDC on the Red wire at 6 Pin Power Harness behind the video monitor. Verify a ground connection with a continuity test from a known good ground to the black wire at the 6 Pin Power Harness.
Page 20: Appendix A Removing The Trim Ring, Snap-On Shroud And Screen Cover
APPENDIX A REMOVING THE TRIM RING, SNAP-ON SHROUD AND SCREEN COVER This section is intended for situations where the color of the Shroud, Snap-in Screen Cover and Trim Ring need to be changed after the unit is setup for installation. NOTE: Work on a soft surface to avoid damaging the plastic. Cover Screw Removing the Snap-in Screw Caps and Snap-in USB Cover...
Page 21: Appendix Binstalling The Optional Thick Trim Ring
APPENDIX B INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL THICK TRIM RING This page only covers special installation considerations for the optional thick trim ring installation. If the video monitor is to be installed in a vehicle with the thick trim ring, it may need to be trimmed to fit the contour of the vehicle Headliner. Important NOTES before installing the thick trim ring: •...
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