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•When the vehicle’s cabin temperature is very low and then is heated
quickly, or the humidity is very high within the vehicle, the inside of
the windows most likely will be fogged. Under these conditions, the
inside of the VCP most likely is dewed.
•When a dewed condition exists, the dew sensor circuit stops machine
operation, ejects the cassette and the WAIT indicator illuminates. The
lamp will remain illuminated until the system is dry enough to operate
safely.
Cleaning video heads
Magnetic video heads convert the videocassette into pictures on the
screen during playback. Over a period of time, particles rub off the tape
and are left on the heads. Using an old or poor quality tape together with
dust and air particles, high temperature and humidity cause dirty heads.
Dirty heads generally cause“snowy”pictures and, in some severe cases,
blurred or interrupted pictures. A variety of products are available at
video stores to clean tape heads. Use these products sparingly, because
some are abrasive to the video heads. If normal head cleaning
procedures do not resolve the problem, have the system checked by a
service technician.
Foreign substances
Exercise care to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the VCP
compartment. Be especially careful not to spill liquids of any kind onto
the media controls or into the videocassette player. If liquid is
accidentally spilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF
and consult a qualified service technician.
AutoVisionsystem
Features
•2–head hi-fi playback
•AutoPlay feature
•Digital auto tracking
•Dual stereo headphone with electric volume control
•Self docking connection for easy mobile installation
•Latching system for secure safety
•Carrying handle for portability
•Water resistant tape door
•On screen display
•Protection circuits
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Playback and format
•The videocassette player of your AutoVisionsystem can only be used
in the“playback”mode. You are not able to record with your system.
•The system plays standard videocassettes marked“VHS”(or“S-VHS).
VCP protection circuits
Tape protection circuit
•When the system is in PAUSE mode, the tape mechanism will
continue to create tension on the tape.
•When the VCP is in still playback, FFWD (fast forward) or REW
(reverse) mode for more than five minutes, the tape protection circuit
automatically returns the system to PLAY mode to avoid damage to
the tape.
Your AutoVision System is also equipped with a Dew sensor circuit and a
High/low temperature sensor circuit. For more information on these
circuits, please refer toHumidity and moisture condensationand
Temperature extremesin this chapter.
VCP controls
1.LEDdisplay
The display lamp will light up in green when power is supplied to the
videocassette player.
2.POWERkey
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If you will not be using the remote control for a considerably long time,
remove the batteries.
AutoVisioncontrols
The AutoVisioncontrols allow the rear seat passengers to operate the
radio, tape, CD or CD DJ(if equipped).
Parental control
Your AutoVisionsystem allows you to have control over the rear seat
controls. The system is automatically activated when the ignition is ON.
This enables rear seat passengers to play a videocassette or listen to any
of the available media sources. Once the headphone mode is activated,
the
symbol will appear in the radio display.
Press the memory preset controls 3
and 5 simultaneously on the front
audio controls to disable the
AutoVisioncontrols. They will
remain disabled until the front seat
passengers“enable”them again by
simultaneously pressing the 3 and 5 preset controls. The settings of the
front seat controls will always override those of the rear seat controls.
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Flip-down screens
The screens rotate down to view and up into the housing to store when
not in use. Ensure that the screens are latched into the housing when
being stored.
1. 6.4”(diagonal) color liquid crystal display (LCD) screen.
2. Screen housing.
3. Dimmer switch. Rotate to increase/decrease the brightness of the
screen.
General operation
•When the engine is not running, use the system sparingly otherwise it
will run the battery down.
•Do not leave the videocassette in the VCP overnight or for long
periods of time.
•When the ignition is turned ON, audio is through the headphones as
LOW volume. Press the (+) control to increase volume. To listen
through the vehicle’s speaker system, press the speaker button (
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on the media control panel.
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Video source selection
The MEDIA control determines
which video (VCP or Auxiliary
input) is seen on the AutoVision
screen.
When the vehicle ignition is ON and
the system is not in VCP mode, the
AutoVisionselects the Auxiliary
input as the video source. (If there
is not a video source connected to
the Auxiliary input jack, the screen
will be blank.)
AutoPlay feature
Your AutoVisionsystem is equipped with an AutoPlay Feature. When a
video cassette is inserted into the player, video and audio sources are
automatically switched to VCP. This will override any other selections
currently made.
Indications on the VCP
The operation and status of the VCP can be checked by the indications
appearing on the LED display.
1. ThePower indicatorflashes on
during POWER ON and will blink
when in emergency mode.
2. TheHI-FI indicatorilluminates
when a HI-FI tape is loaded.
3. TheHP1 indicatorilluminates
when the headphone jack 1 is
plugged in.
4. TheHP2 indicatorilluminates
when the headphone jack 2 is
plugged in.
5. TheOperation indicatorsilluminate when the system is powered
ON, a HIFI tape is being played, or headphones are being used.
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The following are some possible messages that may illuminate on your
LED display and their meanings.
Illuminates when there is a
videocassette in the system during
power off.
Illuminates when there is a
videocassette in the system during
power on.
Illuminates when a videocassette is
ejected from the system.
Flashes during emergency mode.
Illuminates during power on when
there is not a videocassette present
in the system.
Illuminates during power off when
there is not a cassette present in
the system.
Illuminates when the videocassette
is in REW (rewind) mode.
Illuminates when the videocassette
is in FF (fast forward) mode.
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Illuminates when the videocassette
is in STIL (pause) mode.
Illuminates when the videocassette
is in PLAY mode.
Illuminates when the videocassette
is in REV (review) mode.
Illuminates when the videocassette
is in CUE mode.
Flashes separately when the
videocassette is in ENCORE mode.
Displays when:
•the thermostat detects an
extremely high or low
temperature, or
•the dew sensor is activated for high humidity
In-home use
Your AutoVisionsystem is UL registered for in-home use. This system
has the unique feature of also being completely portable and able to be
used in your home.
To remove your AutoVisionsystem from your vehicle, depress the lever
on the center console labeled VCP RELEASE. This will release the VCP
and enable you to remove the system from the vehicle. If pressing the
lever does not release your system, please contact your dealer.
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To re-install the VCP in your vehicle, insert the VCP into the console and
push lightly until the VCP clicks into place.
To use the AutoVisionsystem in your home, you will need:
•a DC 12V power converter rated for 1.5 amps/min and
•Patch cords with RCA style connectors
These parts are available in your local electronics store or call toll free
1 (877) 848–6434 for assistance.
Auxiliary jacks for home use
1.VIDEO OUT
Connect this terminal to the
VIDEO IN terminal of your display
(LCD, TV).
2.DC jack in
Connect this jack to the DC
source (DC 12V).
3.AUDIO OUT LR
Connect these terminal(s) to the
AUDIO IN terminals of your
display (LCD, TV).
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