Audiovox D1420 User manual

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Content
A. Introduction............................................................................. 3
B. Cautons and Warnings ........................................................... 4
C. Package Contents .................................................................. 7
D. Features.................................................................................. 7
E. Powering and Installation ........................................................ 7
F. Using the DVD Player Travel Bag ........................................... 9
G. Controls and Indicators ............................... ........................... 10
H. Control Functions.................................................................... 11
I. Loading and Playing a Disc .................................................... 11
J. Using the Joystick to Navigate the Setup Menu ...................... 11
K. Setup................................................................................... .... 11
L. Menu ....................................................................................... 16
M. Playing Audio CDS ............................................................. .... 16
N. PlayingMP3Discs............................................................ ..... 16
O. PlayingJPEGfiles.................................................................. 17
P. Input and Output Connections ................................................ 18
Q. Specifications......................................................................... 19
Warranty.................................................................................. 20

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Notice:
This Product incorporates copyright protection technology that is pro-
tected by method claims of certain U.S. Patents and other intellectual
propertyrightsowned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights own-
ers. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by
MacrovisionCorporation,andisintendedforhomeandotherlimitedview-
ing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
A. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the D1420/D1420HP 4.2” Personal DVD
player. The main features of this unit include a 4.2" Screen (16:9
aspect ratio) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitor and a DVD
player. Please read the entire instruction manual supplied with the
unit prior to use. The documentation will assist you in operating the
system properly to obtain the best equipment performance. Please
save this manual for later use.
An LCD panel and/or video monitor may be installed in a motor vehicle
and visible to the driver if the LCD panel or video monitor is used for
vehicle information, system control, rear or side observation or
navigation. If the LCD panel or video monitor is used for television
reception, video or DVD play, the LCD panel or video monitor must be
installed so that these features will only function when the vehicle is in
“park” or when the vehicle’s parking brake is applied.
An LCD panel or video monitor used for television reception, video or
DVD play that operates when the vehicle is in gear or when the parking
brake is not applied must be installed to the rear of the driver’s seat
where it will not be visible, directly or indirectly, to the operator of the
motor vehicle.

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B. Cautions and Warnings
Follow Instructions --Followalloperatingandmaintenanceinstruc-
tions and adhere to all warnings.
Cleaning -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Accessories -- Do not use accessories not recommended in this
instruction book as they may be hazardous.
Water and Moisture -- Hazard of electric shock. Do not use this
product near water or moist environments.
Objects and Liquid -- Never allow objects of any kind or liquids to be
pushed or spilled into this product through various openings. Do not
place objects filled with liquids on the unit.
Lightning -- For added protection of this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, disconnect it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to
the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Power Cord Protection -- Route the power cord so that it is not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them. Pay particular attention to the plug and the point where the
cord exits the unit.
Condensation -- Moisture will form in the operating section of the
player if the player is brought from a cold environment into a warm
environment. When this occurs, the player may not operate. To
prevent this condition, let the player stand in its new surroundings
for about an hour before switching it on.

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Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.
Servicing -- Do not service this product yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service -- Disconnect this product from the wall
outletandallpowersourcesincludingbatteries,and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power cord or plug is damaged.
b) If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the
product.
c) If the unit does not operate normally even if you follow the
operating instructions.
d) If the unit has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
Replacement Parts --Whenreplacementparts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified
orthathavethesamecharacteristicsastheoriginalpart.Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product,ask theservice techniciantoperformsafety checkstoensure
that the product is in safe operating order.
Ventilation --Toensureproper ventilationandproper operation,never
cover the unit with a cloth or other material.
Headphones --Adjust the volume of the DVD player to a comfortable
level when using headphones to prevent damage to hearing.

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Warning
A DVD player is a Class 1 laser product. This unit uses a visible laser
beam, which could cause hazardous radiation exposure, if the safety
interlocks are defeated.
Be sure to operate the unit correctly as instructed.
The following caution label is located on the rear panel of the player.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiationexposure.
Never use this device while driving.
If the unit is being used by a passenger in your vehicle, be sure
that it does not cause distraction to the driver, is secured or held
safely, anddoesnotobstructany safety device (e.g.: airbag,seat
belt, etc.)

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Note: Both the DVD player and discs are coded by region. These region
codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not
match, the disc won’t play. This unit’s region code is 1. DVD’s
with other region codes cannot be played in this unit.
C. Package Contents
l 1 x 4.2’’ LCD Monitor & DVD Player
l 1 x AC to DC Adapter
l 1 x Owner’s Manual
l 1 x AV Adapter Cable
l 1 x Carry Bag
l 1 x DC Power Adapter
l 1 x Headphones* P/N 1363688
*Supplied only with Model Number D1420HP
D. Features
lCompact and Portable
lMulti-functioncontrols
lStand for desktop use
lHigh resolution picture
lBuilt-inRechargeablebattery(Ni-MH)
E. Powering and Charging
1. Using the Adapter (Figure 1)
Plug one end of the AC to DC adapter into the DC 9V jack on the
right side of the unit, and plug the other end into a 120V AC power
outlet. Then, slide the ON/OFF switch to ON position.
When in a vehicle, plug one end of the DC power adapter into the
DC 9V jack and the other end into the vehicle power socket.

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Figure 1
Using the battery
Remove the AC adapter. Switch the ON/OFF switch to the ON
position. If the battery is charged, it will power the unit.
2. Charging
Abuilt-inrechargeablebattery(Ni-MH) is included for portable use.
A fully charged battery will provide about 2 hours of playtime.
Note: Charge the battery for at least 8 hours before you use it for
the first time.
1) Switch the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
2) Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC jack and the other
end to a 120VAC standard wall outlet. The red charge indicator
willlight. Once the batteryisfully recharged, the redlightwillturn
off.
3) Disconnect the AC adapter.
Note: It takes about 5 hours to charge the battery after its initial
charging.

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F. Using the DVD Player Travel Bag
1. Place the unit into the bag as shown in Figure 2. Close the cover
on the bag. Connect the nylon carrying strap to the bag.
2. The front of the bag contains plastic pouches for discs as shown in
Figure 3.
Figure 2 Figure 3

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G. Controls and Indicators (Figure 4)
Figure 4
1) Brightness Control
2) OPEN Latch
3) POWER Indicator
4) CHARGEIndicator
5) VOLUMEControl
6) SETUP Button
7) STOP Button
8) PREVIOUSButton
9) PLAY/OK/UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT
Joystick Control
10) NEXTButton
11) PAUSE Button
12) MENUButton
13) Power ON/OFF Switch
14) AVIN/OUTSwitch
15) A/V In/Out Jack
16) DC 9V Input Jack
17) HeadphoneJack
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