Audiovox DV 1680 User manual

DV 1680
128-6000A
Revision A: Changed Warranty from 12 months to 90 Days

LaserWarnings
This product is equipped with a laser device. Be sure to observe the following
precautions when operating. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire,
bodily injury and damage to the equipment.
1. Do not operate the controls, make any adjustments, or perform any procedures other
than as specified in this manual or in the DVD Player installation guide.
2. Allow only authorized service technicians to repair the laser equipment.
All of the DVD Player's systems comply with the appropriate safety standards,including
IEC 825. The laser itself complies with laser product performance standards set by
government agencies for a Class 1 laser product. The DVD Player does not emit
hazardous light.The beam is totally enclosed at all time.
BEFORE USINGTHE DVD PLAYER
Important! Please read the following instructions before
attempting to operate the DVD Player
Types ofWarning Signs
There are two types of warnings in this manual, indicated by the
following symbols:
Indicates aWarning or caution for operation.
Indicates aWarning or caution for safety.
Rain and MoistureWarning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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Battery Warning
The DVD Player comes with a Li-ion battery pack. There is a risk of fire and burns if the
battery pack is handled improperly.
- Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery pack.
- Do not short the battery pack's external contacts.
- Do not expose the battery pack to fire or water.
- Do not attempt to open or service the battery pack.
- Replace only with the battery pack designated for this product.
- Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Power Cord Warnings
If operating the DVD Player from battery power, refer to Chapter 10 of this manual.
Use an approved power cord.
If the original power cord is missing or lost, purchase a power cord:
- That is approved for use in your country.
- That is rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's
electrical ratings label.
- That has a voltage and current rating greater than the voltage and current rating
marked on the product.
- With a minimum wire diameter of 0.75 mm2/18AWG.
- That is between 5 and 6.5 feet (1.5 and 2 meters) long.
If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your authorized
service provider.
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CAUTION
Visible Laser Radiation When Open. Do Not Stare Into Beam
or View Directly With Optical Instruments.
CAUTION
Use of controls, adjustments, and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Selecting theVideo System
The video system of the DVD Player can be set
automatically according to the contents of the DVD or
VCD titles.
In general, the NTSC system, used by the USA, is also
used in most Asian countries.
The PAL system, used by most European countries, is
used in China and Hong Kong.
The DVD Player is compatible with both the NTSC and
PAL systems.
Thank you for purchasing Audiovox's portable DVD
Player.
Before using the DVD Player, we strongly recommend that
you to read the instructions in this manual. They will help
you to operate and maintain the product. Please keep this
manual for future reference. To get started quickly using
the DVD Player, see Chapter 2, Quick User Guide.
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Note:
Copy Guard Protection:
When the DVD player audio/video output is plugged into
the A/V input jacks of a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)
using the audio/video cables, (red, white and yellow RCA
jacks) poor picture quality may result (i.e. screen on TV
getting brighter and dimmer) due to Macrovision copy
guard protection contained on some DVD discs.
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Table of Contents
1. Accessories List......................................
2. Quick User Guide....................................
3. Features of the DVD Player.......................
4. Parts of DVD Player....................................
5. Remote Control........................................
6. Initial Setup..............................................
7. Basic System Operation.........................
8. External Connection................................
9. Battery Installation and Use...................
10. Cautions and Maintenance...................
11.Warranty..................................................
12.Troubleshooting....................................
13. Product Specifications..........................
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11. Accessories List/Option List
Check the contents of the package to make sure
nothing is missing or damaged. Some parts may be
optional. Contact your dealer with any questions.
1. DVD Player
2. AC Adapter
3. Stereo Headphone
4. Car Cigarette Lighter Adapter
5. Audiovisual Cable
6. Remote Control
7. One User's Manual
8. Li-ion Battery Pack
10. S-Video Signal Cable
9. Optical Cable
Accessories List
Option List
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22. Quick User Guide
2.1 Connecting the Power
Refer to Chapter 10 for instructions on how to install
and use the battery pack.
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the power cord to a power source.
3. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 12V jack on
the right side of the DVD Player.
Use only the AC adapter that was shipped with the
DVD Player. Using substitutes may result in damage to
the DVD Player. Do not use the DVD Player's adapter
with other equipment.
It is normal for the AC adapter to feel warm when it is
connected to a power source. Please disconnect the AC
adapter from the source when the DVD Player is not in
use.
2.2 Opening the LCD screen
The LCD screen is on the inside of the cover.
To open the screen:
1. Slide the cover lock on the front of the screen cover
to the right.
2. GENTLY lift the cover to the position.
DO NOT TOUCH THE SCREEN WITH SHARP
OBJECTS. ALW AYS CLOSE THE COVER WHEN THE
DVD PLAYER IS NOT IN USE.
2.3 Opening the Disc Cover
The disc cover inside the DVD Player protects the disc
while it is being played.The cover should be closed at all
times except when changing discs.
To open the disc cover, press the OPEN button at the
bottom left of the cover.The cover will be open.
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Even though the laser beam will stop emitting
when the cover is opened, DO NOT LOOK AT THE
LASER HEAD.The laser beam could still damage your
eyes.
2.4 Removing the safety card
Before inserting a disc and turning on the power for
the first time, be sure to remove the cardboard safety
card.
2.5 Placing a Disc in the DVD Player
To place a disc in the DVD Player:
1. Open the disc cover.
2. Align the disc on the DVD Player.
3. Gently press the disc into place.
4. Close the disc cover.
DO NOT TOUCH THE LASER HEAD AND AVOID
DUST OR DIRT ON THE LASER HEAD. Keep the disc
cover closed at all times to prevent dust or dirt from
collecting on the laser head.
2.6Turning the power ON
To turn the power on, press the POWER ON/OFF
button on the right front side of the DVD Player.
2.7 Playing a Disc
To play a disc, press the button on the front of the
DVD Player.
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2.8 Stopping Disc Play
To stop the disc play, press the [ ] button on the
front of the DVD Player.
2.9Turning the power off
To turn off the DVD Player, press the POWER ON/OFF
button on the right side of the DVD Player.