Audiovox MVDVD2 User manual

Mobile/Home DVD Video Player
MVDVD2
Operating Manual

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The lightning flash with a arrowhead symbol within an equilateral tri-
angle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dan-
gerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE
PAS OUVRIR
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PART INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
!
Safety Precautions
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUE, INTRO-
DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS
LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU AU FOUD.
This digital video disc player employs a Laser System. To
ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference.
Should the unit require maintenance, contact an author-
ized service location - see warranty.
Use of control adjustment or the performance of proce-
dures other than those specified may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do no try to
open the enclosure.
Visible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeat-
ed.
DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM.
CAUTION:
ATTENTION:
CAUTION:

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Safety Precautions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rule. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harm-
ful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the follow-
ing measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-
nician for help.
Any modifications of the units on factory settings
besides setup menu are the responsibility of the user.
FCC NOTICE:
WARNING:
In the space provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located
on the rear panel of your DVD video player.
Model No. __________________ Serial No. __________________
Retain this information for future reference.

1. Read The Owner’s Manual After Unpacking This Product.
Read the owner’s manual carefully, and follow all the operating and
other instructions.
2. Power Source
This product should be operated only from the type or power source
indicated on the marketing label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power com-
pany. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
3. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over-heat-
ing. The openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or
the similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in instal-
lation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided
or the manufactured instructions have been adhered to.
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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION:
PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALLWARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS
BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal
safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The
safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the
following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is
fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be
repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE
EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

Important Safety Instructions
4. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
5. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Power-cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, conveniences receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the product.
8. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets. Extension cords or integral conven-
ience receptacles such as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this product during storms, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
10. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
11. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manu-
facturer as they may cause hazards.
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Important Safety Instructions
12. Disc Tray
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may
cause serious personal injury or do damage to the machine.
13. Burden
Do not place a heavy object on or step on the product. The object
may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the
product.
14. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the prod-
uct is in the proper operating condition.
15. Disc
Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are
easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product mal-
function.
16. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the power port and refer servicing to qual-
ified service personnel under the following conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the prod-
uct.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustments
of other controls may result in damage and will then require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the prod-
uct to its normal operation
e. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
a need for service is indicated.

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Important Safety Instructions
17. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or remov-
ing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
18. Replacement Parts
When replacements parts are required, be sure the service techni-
cian has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or the
same substitutions may results in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19. Grounding or Polarization
This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
20. Temperature
If your car was parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerate
rise in temperature inside the car, allow the unit to cool off before oper-
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Precautions
HandlingYour DVD
When Shipping the DVD video player, the original shipping
carton and packing materials should be used. For maxi-
mum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed
at the factory.
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the
DVD video player. Do not leave rubber or plastic products
in contact with the DVD video player for a long time. They
will leave marks on the finish.
The top and rear panels of the DVD video player may
become warm after a long period of use. This is not a mal-
function.
When the DVD video player is not in use, be sure to remove
the disc and turn off the power.
If you do not use the DVD video player for a long period of
time, the unit may not function properly in the future. Turn
on and use the DVD video player occasionally.
Where to LocateYour DVD
When you place this DVD video player near a TV, radio or
video cassette recorder (VCR), the playback picture may
become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case,
place the DVD video player away from theTV, radio orVCR.
CleaningYour DVD
Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
• For stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in a weak detergent solu-
tion, wring well and wipe. Use a dry cloth to wipe it dry. Do
not use any type of solvent, such as thinner or benzine, as
they may damage the surface of the DVD video player.
• If you use a chemical saturated cloth to clean the unit, fol-
low that product’s instructions.
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Precautions
To Obtain a Clear Picture
The DVD video player is a high technology, precision
device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are
dirty or worn down, the picture quality becomes poor. To
obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection
and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every
1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environ-
ment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.
Beware of Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation damages the DVD video player.
Please read the following carefully.
Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour
a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water
form on the outside of the glass. In the same day, moisture
may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit,
one of the most crucial internal parts of the DVD video play-
er.
Moisture condensation occurs during the following cases:
• When you bring the DVD video player directly from a cold place
to a warm place.
• In summer, when you use the DVD video player in a hot and
humid place just after you move the unit from an air conditioned
room.
• When you use the DVD video player in a humid place.
Do not use the DVD video player when moisture conden-
sation may occur.
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Introduction ...................... 1
Safety Precautions .............. 2 - 3
Important Safety Instructions
.......................................... 4 - 7
Precautions ........................ 8 - 9
Identification of Control ...... 11
Remote Control ................. 12 - 13
What is MP3 and VCD ?..... 14 - 16
Playing Back a Disc .......... 17 - 21
Locating a Specific Title, Chapter
or Track .............................. 22 - 26
Zooming a Picture .............. 27
Selecting the Camera Angle/
Selecting a Language ........ 28 - 29
Selecting Subtitles ............. 30
Using the On-Screen
Display .............................. 31
Setting the Parental Lock ... 32 - 33
Customizing the Function
Settings ............................. 34
Notes on Discs ................... 35 - 37
Before Calling Service
Personnel ........................... 38 - 39
Specifications ..................... 40
Memo ................................. 41 - 42
Warranty .......................... 43 - 44
Table of Content

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Identification of Control
FRONT PANEL
BACK PANEL
INSTALLATION
MVDVD2
MOUNTING
When choosing a mounting location, the DVD unit should be stable and
in a position where sufficient cooling is available. Before mounting, attach
the supplied brackets and hardware for top or bottom mount.
Plug the supplied cigarette lighter adaptor cord into the back of the DVD
unit and run the wire to a accessory power outlet. (Some vehicles do not
have accessory power outlets. In this case, the cigarette lighter must be
used.) The unit can also be hard wired by connecting wires from the ter-
minal block located on the rear panel of the DVD unit to a 12V DC power
source (be sure to observe correct polarity). Plug the supplied yellow
video cable into the video output of the DVD unit and plug the other end
into the video input of the monitor (not supplied). Repeat this process
with the red and white audio cords. You are now ready to turn on the
power, check the display, insert a movie and press play to begin DVD
operation.

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OPERATING WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL
Operating DVD video player with the remote control.
ON
OFF
L-AUDIO IN-R VIDEO IN
O/C
STOP
SKIP
PLAY
MENU
SKIP
DVD/VIDEO CD/ CD PLAYER
30 30
O/C MUTE DISPLAY SWITCH
AUDIO SUB-T ANGLE TITLE
1234
5678
9 0 10+ GOTO
STOP STEP/PAUSE
PREV PLAY/ENTER NEXT
MENU VOL SLOW
SETUP ZOOM REPEAT
A-BREP
1
The remote control must be pointed at
the remote sensor, in order for the DVD
player to function correctly.
Distance: Maximum of 22 feet (7 meters)
from the front of the remote sensor.
Angle: Approximately 30° each side of front-
and-center.
*Please do not place the remote sensor
towards any strong light source such as
direct sunlight or illumination. The DVD
video player will malfunction if you do so.
O/C MUTE DISPLAY SWITCH
AUDIO SUB-T ANGLE TITLE
1234
5678
9 0 10+ GOTO
STOP STEP/PAUSE
PREV PLAY/ENTER NEXT
MENU VOL SLOW
SETUP ZOOM REPEAT
A-B REP
Remote Control
NOTE:
• The remote control should be aimed directly towards the remote sensor of
the DVD video player.
• Avoid dropping the remote control.
• Avoid spilling any liquids and/or extreme heat.

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Remote Control
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Open the cover. Insert batteries (AA size).
Make sure to match the + and - on
the batteries to the marks inside the
battery compartment.
PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL
To operate the DVD video player, insert the batteries into the remote con-
trol as follows:
NOTE:
Since incorrect use of batteries might cause them to leak or corrode,
observe the following precautions:
• Do not install the batteries in the wrong direction.
• It is dangerous to charge/heat/open or short-circuit the batteries.
• Do not leave dead batteries or mix old/new batteries in the remote control.
•When not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the bat-
teries.
• When difficulties occur with the remote control, or if the operating range
becomes reduced, then replace the batteries.
• If leakage from the battery occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the battery
compartment, then replace the batteries.
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Close the cover.

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WHAT IS MP3?
MP3 is an audio compression technology. The name MP3 stands for
Mpeg1 Audio layer 3 and its compression algorithm is based on a com-
plicated psycho-acoustic model. This model is based on the fact that the
human ear can not hear all the audio frequencies. The human hearing
range is between 20Hz and 20kHz and is most sensitive between 2kHz
and 4 kHz. As a result, the MP3 compression form is destructive, which
means that the compression algorithm causes the file to lose some infor-
mation so that it cannot be restored to its original content.
When compressing an audio file (encoding) using the MP3 algorithm, you
can set the desired encoding level to obtain any compression level you
want. The larger the compressed file, the better the audio playback qual-
ity. The majority of the files available on the internet are encoded in 128
Kbits stereo 44kHz which results in a high-quality file that is 12 times
smaller than the original!
WHAT IS VCD?
A VCD is the same size and shape of any regular music CD, and pos-
sesses the same digital audio, plus good video capability. It is a new
video format that offers exceptional high-end digital picture quality and
smoothness, over an hour of playing time, full CD-quality, stereo sound,
and more. Using MPEG (Motion Picture Expert Group) compression
(1:30), VCD’s offer picture quality that is far superior to the Quicktime
movies you see on standard VHS tape.
NOTE:
When you play back a video CD, you must turn PBC OFF in order to
stop the chapter/scene .
What is MP3 and VCD?

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What is MP3 and VCD?
PLAYING IN MP3 FORMAT
1. Insert an MP3 CD, the DVD video player will initialize the
disc and the directory (folder) will be shown on the
TV screen.
2. Press to select the folder column or MP3 file col-
umn or “PLAY MODE” from the menu.
Press to select a list in the MP3 file folder. In the
“PLAY MODE” menu, press to select the play mode.
ROOT 0
BBBBBBBBBBB 1
CCCCCCCCCCC 2
DDDDDDDDDDD 3
EEEEEEEEEEE 4
FFFFFFFFFFF 5
.. 0
SSSSSSSSSSS 1
TTTTTTTTTTT 2
VVVVVVVVVVV 3
ZZZZZZZZZZZ 4
UUUUUUUUUUU 5
MP3
MP3
PLAY MODE: FOLDER
MP3 MENU
You can play an MP3 CD using a different“PLAY MODE”, such as:
- “FOLDER” (normal playback)
- “FOLDER R” (repeat playback on a specific folder)
- “REP-ONE” (repeat playback on a song)
- “SINGLE” (playback a song only one time)
- “SHUFFLE” (random playback)
/
/
/
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• The upper left column is a list showing the name of folder. The upper
right column is a list showing the name of song and the sub-folder.
• Fast Forward or Fast Reverse are not available during
MP3 playback.
• The “ ” icon in front of a file name indicates that this is a folder, not an
MP3 file.
• An “MP3” designation in front of a file name indicates that this is an MP3
file.
• During MP3 playback, you cannot access the “PLAY MODE” folder
or songs.
• You are allowed a maximum of 11 characters for each folder and/or song.
• For “SHUFFLE” playback, you are permitted random playback in a
folder only.
What is MP3 and VCD?
PLAYING IN MP3 FORMAT
3. Press ENTER to play the MP3 file. Press or dur-
ing playback to skip the tracks. If you need to return to the
main directory (folder), press STOP and select the first fold-
er on the upper right column.
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BASIC PLAYBACK
Preparations
• When you wish to play back DVD video discs, or a VIDEO CD, turn on
the TV and select the video input source connected to the DVD video
player.
• When you wish to enjoy DVD sound from the audio system, turn on the
audio system and select the input source connected to the DVD video
player.
• Using the on-screen displays, set the playback picture size according to
the aspect ratio of the TV being used.
• If you do not have the necessary equipment to enjoy Dolby Digital
Sound, set the“AUDIO OUTPUT” to “ANALOG”using the on-screen dis-
plays.
Playing Back A Disc
This section shows you the basics on how to play back a disc.
WARNING
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it closes.
Otherwise cause serious personal injury could result.
1. Press the POWER button on the front panel.
The POWER indicator illuminates as the DVD video player
turns on.
2. Press and release the OPEN/CLOSE button.
This will open the disc tray.
3. Place the disc on the disc tray.
Be sure the playback side is facing down (label side up).
CAUTION
• To open and close the disc tray, only use the OPEN/CLOSE button on the
remote control or DVD video player.
• Do not force or place anything other than a DVD video disc, VIDEO CD,
audio CD, or MP3 CD on the disc tray.
POWER
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PLAY/ENTER
4. Press and release the OPEN/CLOSE button; then
press PLAY/ENTER.
After the disc tray closes, playback will start. As the DVD
video player is reading the disc, a menu will appear on
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FOR A HIGHER QUALITY PICTURE
Occasionally, some picture noise, not usually present with a normal
broadcast may appear on the TV screen while playing back a DVD video
disc. This may occur because the high resolution pictures on these discs
include a lot of information. While the amount of noise depends on the
TV you use with this DVD video player, you should generally reduce the
sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.
ABOUT DVD VCD CD
The DVD VCD or CD icons will appear on the heading bar depending
on the disc being played back.
DVD: DVD video discs
VCD: VIDEO CDs
CD: Audio CDs
HOW TO START PLAYBACK FROMTHE MENU SCREEN
1. Press , or the number buttons, to select the title.
2. Press the PLAY/ENTER button.
The DVD video player will start playback from the title selected.
Title 1
Title 3
Title 2
Title 4
Playing Back A Disc
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HOW TO STOP PLAYBACK
Press the STOP button.
The DVD video player will stop.
Press the PLAY/ENTER button to replay.
Press STOP again.
The DVD video player returns to chapter 1 or track 1.
HOW TO REMOVE THE DISC
Press and release the OPEN/CLOSE button.
Wait until the disc tray is completely open before
removing any disc.
After removing the disc, press the OPEN/CLOSE button
to close the disc tray.
NOTE:
At the completion of each movie, a menu screen will appear. Be aware that
the on-screen menu may damage your TV by permanently burning that
image onto the screen. To avoid this, press the STOP button at the comple-
tion of each movie. You may also decide to setup an imitation of a SCREEN
SAVER.
STOP
Playing Back A Disc
ADVANCED PLAYBACK
The DVD video player allows you to play back discs at various speeds.
You may also resume playback from the point at which playback stopped.
2X 4X 6X 8X Frame by
Frame Slow
Motion Last
Play
O/C
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PLAYING AT 2X, 4X, 6X, OR 8XTHE NORMAL SPEED
You can play back a disc at 2x, 4x, 6x, or 8x the normal speed.
Press the REW or FWD button during playback.
The playback speed becomes 2x the normal speed.
The playback speed changes each time you press the REW or FWD but-
ton. REW: Fast reverse
FWD: Fast forward
• Video
CD, Audio CD
The reverse or forward playback
alternates between
1x, 2x, 3x, 4x speed.
Playing Back A Disc
FF 2x FF 4x FF 6x FF 8x
2x the normal speed 4x the normal speed 6x the normal speed 8x the normal speed
NORMAL
SPEED
TO RESUME NORMAL PLAYBACK.
Press PLAY/ENTER.
NOTE:
• The DVD video player will not play back sound and subtitles during reverse
scan and forward playback of DVD video discs. During fast forward or fast
reverse playback of audio CDs, the DVD video player will also play sound.
• The speeds may vary slightly from disc-to-disc, and the 2x, 4x, 6x, and 8x
speeds are approximate speeds only.
• An MP3 CD does not contain this feature.
PLAYING FRAME BY FRAME
Press the STEP button during playback.
The picture will advance one frame each time you press
the STEP button. PAUSE/STEP
NOTE:
• During frame-by-frame playback, the sound is muted .
• Basic and MP3 CDs do not have this feature.
TO RESUME NORMAL PLAYBACK.
Press PLAY/ENTER.
PLAY/ENTER
PLAY/ENTER
TV SCREEN