Advent RVM740 User manual

Universal High Brightness FullView Rearview
Mirror with 7.3'' Wide Screen Monitor
User manual
RVM740

User's Manual
The product is intended to assist in safe driving and to allow the driver to have a
broader rear view while the vehicle is in reverse. You, as the driver, are solely
responsible for the safe operation
of your vehicle and the safety of your passengers
according to local traffic regulations. Do not use any features
of this system to the
extent it distracts you from safe driving. Your first priority while driving should
always be the safe operation
of your vehicle. Audiovox Electronics Corporation
cannot accept any responsibility whatsoever for accidents resulting from failure to
observe these precautions
or safety instructions.
1. This product utilizes high voltage. Any unauthorized modifications or damage
to the product may result
in electrical shock. Handle all components with care.
Inspect regularly for damage to components and cabling.
2. You are responsible for ensuring that the installation
of this product does not
void
or affect the vehicle manufacturer's warranty. Voxx Electronics
Corporation or its subsidiaries are not liable in full or in part for improper
installation resulting in loss or damage to your property,
or for voiding all or
part of the vehicle manufacturer's warranty.
3. Do not apply excessive force to any
of the components contained within this
kit. Excessive force used before, during
or after installation that results in a
damaged
or non-functional part will void all warranties.
4. Please follow the procedures in this installation manual. Improper installation
or modification
of this product will void all warranties.
NOTE: When cleaning the mirror do NOT spray the mirror directly with
cleaner. Use a soft cloth with screen cleaner applied lightly, and wipe. DO
NOT SOAKthe screen. Too much moisture could damage the electronics
Inside and this is not covered
by warranty.
WARNING: Using the 2nd or 3rd input to watch video of any kind while
driving Is always dangerous and may be illegal. The mirror monitor is not
designed to
be used this way. If used for these purposes check all local laws
covering this type
of use.
Table of contents
Chapter one: Product Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1
Contents..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.4 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter two: Installation and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Removing
the original mirror ................................ 5
2.2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter three: Adjustable Guidelines. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.1 Understanding The Guide Lines . ............................. 10
3.2 Camera Position and Vehicle Width Guide Line Adjustment ....... 10
3.3 How to adjust the guide lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter four :Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2
Menu settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Chapter one: Product Introduction
1.1Contents
The RVM740 boxcontainsthefollowin1items:
•
Rear-view mirrormonitor
• Wire
harness
• User's manual
• Wlrecover
•
Remote control W/CR2025 battery(included)
• 2addltional mirrormountingadapters
1.2 Features
• 7.3" High Brightness Wide Screen Monitor/Mirror
•
3-way video Inputlncludlng Back-up Camera and 2Video Inputs
• Automatic Monitor
Brightness Adjustment
• SplitViewfor
second and thirdvideo inputs
• 4.0 mm
glass and 3 OEM style mounting brackets
• Adjustable backup guide lines
•Remotecontrol foruserselectable features
1.3Specifications
• Screen size: 7 .3 inch Wide Screen
• Display screen type: TFT-LCD
• Resolution: 1280(H) x 390(V)
• Workingvoltage: DC lOV- l6V DC
•Working temperature: -20°C""+ 75°C
•Signal system: PAl./Auto/NTSC
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1.4Operation
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7.3 Inch ultrahigh brightness dlsplay screen
Ambient llght sensor
Display screen aux inputpoweron/off
Power indicator
ToActivatetouchscreen controlt-u,htly touch the leftside of the saeen 1D lllumlnate buttons.
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press HR" to viewthe Back-up camera.
This function is locked outwhile in Reverse Gear.
•The camera must be connect!d to ciomtantpower to acttwte
CH - Select AUX Video input
Short
press "CH" to switch between thevideo inputs and full or
6 splitviewing
mode. Dual input> VIDE01> VIDE02> BACK-UP
CAMERA>. Note: No parkingguide lines will show when in this
mode. Reverse guide lineswill only show when in reverse and the
camera is displayed on the screen. See remote operation for
setup
of guide lines.
This function is locked out while in Reverse Gear.
7 •-ColorMode Adjustment
Short press• to adjust Hue level of the Monitor. Four
modes are available, Soft> Standard> Vibrant >Bright.
This function is locked outwhile in Reverse Gear.
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Power Harness Connector
10 Exterior
Light Sensor
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Red Wire- ACC+ Connection
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Black Wire- GND ·Connection
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Green • Rev Trigger, Purple· Vid 1 Trigger, White - Vid 2Trigger
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Camera Input
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Video 1Input
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Video 2Input
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Cable Cover
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Harness Connector Cover
• Afuse is located inthefilter box on thewire harness. Only replace witha2
amp fuse if needed.
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Chapter two: lnstalltion and Wiring
2.1 Removin the ori inal mirror
CAUTION: DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN REMOVING
MIRROR FROM THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT. THE WINDSHIELD
BUTTON MAY SEPARATE FROM THE WINDSHIELD OR THE
WINDSHIELD MAY BREAK IF FORCED. NOTE: There areseveral
versions
of mirrormountsystems. If unfamiliarwith mirrorremoval,
seek professional assistance.
NOTE:Always usecaution, DO NOT force the mount.VOXX wDl not be
responsible for broken windshields. If you are not surehowtoremove
or reinstall the mirror aeek trained, qualified. help.
Screw mountmirrorremoval.
•
Using a Phillps screwdriver or #20 tone bit, loosen the screw In the
base of the mirror.
• After
loosening screw, gentlylift upward to slide mirroroff of mirror
mount.
Wedge mountmirrorremoval procedure: (Common for screw less mount).
•
Using amirrortool or small 1/'if'(4 mm) flat-blade screwdriver,
Inserttheflat end Intothe opening at the bottom of the mirror
mountatthewindshield.
•
Slide thescrewdriver intothe center of the mirrormount until
resistance Is felt.
•
Gently apply a small amount of additional upward force to lift away
locking spring In the mount.
• While still
applying upward pressure withthe screwdriver, grasp the
mirror
bracket and wiggle side to side. liftmirror up towardthe
headllner
and offthewlndshleld mountbutton.
Camlock Mirror Removal procedure: (Common Method)
•
Grasp the base of the mirror.
•
Rotate 90 degrees left or right.
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Slide mirror downward toward dash to remove
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2.2 Installation
Mirrorlnstallatlon:
Installation willvary depending on the mountingfoot you use
forthe vehicle.
The mount pre-installed on themirror is fora standard wedge
mountfoot. If you need to use adifferentfoot, change thefoot
by removing the Phillps head screw In the center of thefoot.
Attach the required foot to the mounting arm with the included
screw.
Route thewire harness from themirror, behind the headliner,
and downthe A Piiiar post. DO NOT run thewire In front of or
over
airbags orother safety devices. Insure the wire harness will
not be pinched or damaged when you replace the vehicle trim
panels.
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2.3 How to wire
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Camera Input
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White-Vid 2
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2Amp fuse in power
filter box
Video 1 & 2 Aux Inputs
NOTE: In vehicles with LED type tail lights you may
not have enough current to operate a camera or
other device by drawing power from the tail lamp
directly.
In this case use the white tail light power as
a trigger for a relay and supply power to the
monitor/camera/triggerthrough the relay.
WIRING:
Examine
the vehicle to determine the best way to run
the power harness to the following:
• Accessory power
• Reverse trigger
• Camera video connection
• Aux Video Connections
Always
use caution to insure you do not interfere
with any airbag or other safety devices.
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2.4 Dis la modes
Reverse camera Operation: The monitorwill automaticallydisplaythe backup
camera inwide screen modewheneverthevehicle is placed into Reverse gear.
NOTE: Always use your mirrors as well as look behind, right, and left as obstacles can
still be hidden fromview of the camera.
Split Screen Operation: The split screen can be used for Right and Left Zone I
Blind spotviewing or AUX Inputs. When using for side view cameras connect
the
camera video signal to theInput and connectthetriggerwires to theturn
signal lamp positive wire. When theturn signal isturned on the corresponding
screen wlll showthevideo fromtheattached camera. To use as AUX Inputdo
notconnectthetriggerwire,
use theon screen controls to viewthevideo
signal.
NOTE: Reverse modewill always take priority and showoverany otherinput
when thevehicleis placed in reverse gear.
Left video Right Video
Split
Screen Operation: By pressing thetouch buttonson the panel you can select
your
AUX Inputs.
MonitoringOperation:
By pressing thetouch screen buttonsyou can also monitoryour
rearview
camera or side camera if equipped. Note: Your camera mustbewired to constant
powerforthis
to operate correctlv.
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Chapterthree: Adjustable Guidelines
3.1 Understanding The GuideLines
The RVM740 isequipped with adjustable guide linesthatshould be setcorrectlv
at thetime of installation. Generally these guidelines are used to help drivers
estimatethedistance from
obstacles when parking.
There are three lines forreference - Red, Yellow and Green. These threelinesare
displayed on the monitor when caris in reverse. The lines should be adjusted so
the green linestartsapproximately 9ft away fromthe rear of car, theyellowline
starts approximately
6ft away fromthe rear of car, and the red line starts
approximately3ftawayfrom the rear
of car.
The linesshould also beadjusted to be approxtmately6 Inches widerthan the
vehicle on
each side to assist in parking.
In some applicationsthe camera will be mounted Off-center. The RVM740 allows
foradjustmentforthe position
of the camera and thewidth of thevehicle. By
adjustingthe lines correctlythiswill insure the drive is viewingacorrect
representation
of theirvehicle while backing.
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Enter picture menu
adjustment mode
Select right and
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4.2.1 BRIGHTNESS
Thedefaultsetting Is 50,thiscan be adjustedfrom Oto 100.
4.2.2COLOR
ThedefaultsettingIs 50, this can be adjustedfrom Oto 100.
4.2.3 CONTRAST
ThedefaultsettingIs 50, this can be adjustedfrom Oto 100.
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4.2.4SCALE
Scale ON/OFF selectsif the Parking lines /SG!le is visible. Use the UP/DOWN keys
to select ON or OFF. Defaultsetting Is ON.
4.2.5 START LOGO
This wlll disable the boot screen/start up logo. Use the UP/DOWN
keys to select ON or OFF. Default Is ON.
4.2.6 PRESETADJUSTMENT
The Preset opdon will returnyour screen to the factory defaultsettings. Select ON to
reset allsettings.Theoptionwlllautomatlcally retum to OFF after the reset Is
complete.
When in reverse and the camerais beingshown all other functions are blocked. You
canadjust the brf&htness up by brtefly pressing the power button;alsoa 10"1 press
wtll shut off the reverse Image If needed. To restore the Image press the button again
or It wlll dlSPlayagain next time thevehicle Is placed Into reversegear.
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Limited Warranty
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Voxx Electronics Corporation ("the Company") is committed to
quality and customer service, and are pleased to offer you this
Warranty. Please read it thoroughly and contact the Company at 1-800-
323-4815
with any questions.
Who is covered?
The Company extends this warranty to the original retail purchaser of products
purchased through an authorized Voxx retailer in the U.S.A., Puerto Rico or
Canada. This warranty is not transferable or assignable. Proof of purchase is
required in the form
of an original sales receipt.
What is covered?
The Company warrants that should this product or any part thereof, under normal
use, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 36 months from the
date
of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with a new or
reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and
repair labor.
What is not covered?
This Warranty does notcover the following:
• Damage incurred during shipping ortransporting the product to the
Company or a service center
• Elimination
of car static ormotor noise
• Defects
in cosmetic, decorative or non-operative structural parts
• Correction
of antenna problems
• Costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product
• Consequential damage to compact discs, USB devices, digital media
cards, accessories
or vehicle electrical systems
• Damage caused by improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect,
accident, blown fuse, battery leakage, theft or improperstorage
•Products whose factory serial number/bar code label(s) or markings
have been removed
or defaced
• Damage resulting from moisture, humidity, excessive temperature,
extreme environmental conditions
or external natural causes
Please review the "Care and Maintenance" section of your Installation
and Operation Manual
for additional information regarding the proper
use of your product.
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Limitations
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND
IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE '
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY.
ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY
HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24
MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
IN NO CASE SHALL THE
COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to
assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein
in connection
with the sale
of this product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
or the
exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Obtaining Warranty Service
• To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty,
call 1-800-323-4815 for the location of a warranty station serving
your area.
• You must prepay the initial shipping charges to the Company.
The Company will pay the return shipping charges for all
warranteed products returned to an address within the U.S.A.,
Puerto Rico or Canada.
• Please package the product securely to avoid shipping damage.
We recommend using a carrier that provides tracking service to
prevent lost packages. Lost or damaged packages are not
covered by this warranty.
•Provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which you
require service.
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