Audiovox LCM45NB User manual

4.5” Wide Screen LCD Monitor
Model: LCM45NB
Owner’s Manual
Features:
•4.5” Widescreen (16:9) TFT Color LCD Display
•Rearview Camera Input
•Interior Camera Input
•Audiovox Navigation Input
•NTSC /PAL Camera Compatible

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This product must be installed and used only in accordance with these
instructions. Any alteration of this product that enables it to be used in ways
other than those stated in this manual could distract the driver and result in an
accident or injury. AUDIOVOX ELECTRONICS CORP. DISCLAIMS ANY
LIABILITY THAT MAY RESULT FROM A FAILURE TO INSTALL AND
OPERATE AS INDICATED IN THESE MANUALS.
Warnings
Backing up vehicle
Do not back up vehicle while watching the monitor screen. Always
look in the direction of vehicle motion. Use the monitor as an aid in safety
confirmation. The distance looks different in the monitor. The actual distance
may be shorter than it looks in the monitor. The range of image is limited.
Beware of blind spots.
Cautions
The product is intended to assist in safe driving and to allow the driver
to have a broader rearview during reversing. You, as the driver, are solely
responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle and the safety of your
passengers according to the country and their 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 Corp. cannot accept any responsibility
whatsoever for accidents resulting from failure to observe these precautions
or safety instructions.

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Figure 1. LCM45NB Monitor Controls and Indicators
A: 4.5” TFT color LCD
B: Speaker volume control: adjusts the rearview camera volume only
when the vehicle is in reverse.
C: LCD brightness control: adjusts the brightness of display.
D: Camera switch (see below).
E: Remote IR Sensor for Audiovox Navigation only.
CAMERA SWITCH
1). When switch D is pressed and the vehicle is shifted into reverse gear:
•No function
2). When switch D is pressed and vehicle is in any other gear:
•Will display the interior camera image if the optional Interior
camera is installed.
•Will display the rearview camera image if only rearview camera is
installed.
•No function if the optional navigation is the only input.
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UDIOVOX

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TURNING THE LCD MONITOR ON/OFF
The LCD Monitor turns ON every time the ignition key is turned ON and
system powered up.
The monitor turns OFF every the Ignition key is turned OFF and the
system powered down.
VIEWING THE REAR OBSERVATION CAMERA IMAGE
(optional)
If a rear observation camera is installed, the monitor will display the rear
observation camera image whenever the vehicle is shifted into the
reverse gear. The rear observation camera image turns off automatically
any time the gear selector is moved out of the reverse position.
When both cameras are installed, pressing the camera switch (see Figure
1-D) will display the interior camera image. If only the review camera is
installed press and holding the Camera switch (see Figure 1-D) on the
left side of the monitor will display the review camera image. Releasing
the camera button will return the screen to its previous state.
VIEWING THE INTERNAL OBSERVATION CAMERA
IMAGE (optional)
Press and hold the camera switch (see Figure 1-D) on the left side of the
monitor to view the internal camera image. Releasing the camera button
will return the screen to its previous state.
VIEWING THE NAVIGATION IMAGE (optional)
If a Navigation system is installed, the navigation image will be
displayed when the vehicle’s Ignition is turned on.

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LCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
The brightness adjustment control is on the bottom right of the monitor
(see Figure 1-C). Rotating the wheel to the right will decrease the
brightness.
Rotating the wheel to the left will increase the brightness.
SPEAKER VOLUME CONTROL
The speaker volume control is on the bottom left side of the monitor (see
Figure 1-B). This control is used only to adjust the rearview camera
audio level. The vehicle must be shifted into reverse in order to hear and
adjust the camera audio level.
Rotating the wheel to the right will decrease the speaker level.
Rotating the wheel to the left will increase the audio level.

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Maintenance
Though your monitor requires little care, you can still maintain its
condition and performance by following the procedures below.
•Keep your system away from excessive moisture, extreme heat or
cold, and magnetic fields.
•Keep liquids away from the display .
•To avoid damage, do not place external devices or other objects on the
top of the monitor.
•Occasionally wipe the monitor display with a soft, damp cloth.
•Occasionally clean the surface of the monitor with a soft cloth
moistened with water or window cleaner.

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Troubleshooting
Symptoms Solutions
No video signal appears while
reversing the vehicle?
Check that the cable from the control
box is connected properly to the
monitor.
Video image is not sharp
enough? Clean the lens of the camera.
Specifications
General
Power Supply DC12V
Power Consumption <10W
Current Draw <800 mA
Audio Power Output 0.5W ×1 (16Ω)
Operating Temperature Range 0℃to 50℃
Display System
Screen 4.5” TFT Color LCD
Brightness 400 cd/㎡
Contrast ratio 150:1
Backlight Life 10000 hours
Resolution 960×234
Video Format NTSC/PAL
Display Format 16: 9

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