Audiovox VE-500A User manual

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VE-500A
Low Profile Television
5” LCD Drop Down Under Counter TV
Installation and Operation Manual
nMulti-function Remote Control
nAutomatic Channel Programming
nCable Ready 125 Channel Tuner
nInternal Stereo Speakers
nWall or Under Cabinet Mounting
FEATURES
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5" TFT LCD TV
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1) Always unplug the VE500A prior to cleaning.
2) Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
3) Use only Audiovox approved power adapter to operate the VE500A.
4) Never overload electrical outlets or use extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
5) Do not install the VE500A product where it is likely to be exposed to water. Do not install where there
is a chance of liquid being spilt into or on the VE500A.
6) Do not obstruct the ventilation slots. These ventilation slots are necessary to ensure reliable operation
of the VE500A and protect it from overheating.
7) Do not install the VE500A near or over a source of heat such as a radiator or heat register.
8) The VE500A should not be installed in an enclosed or built-in location such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided.
9) Never insert objects of any kind into the VE500A through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-circuit parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
10) Do not attempt to service the VE500A yourself. Opening or removing the covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified Audiovox service personnel.
11) Unplug the VE500A from the outlet and refer servicing to qualified Audiovox service personnel under
anyofthefollowingconditions:
a) If liquid has been spilled, or an object has fallen into the TV.
b) If the TV has been exposed to water.
c) If the TV does not operate normally when following the operating instructions.
d) If the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

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INCLUDED IN THIS KIT
1 VE500A 5-InchTelevision (P/N 136D2179) (1)
2 Remote Control (P/N 136B2180) (1)
3 AC/DC Power Adapter [email protected] (P/N 1541096) (1)
4 Mountingtemplate (1)
5 Hardware Bag(P/N1502177) (1)
A) 10 - 32 x 2 1/2 Mounting screws (P/N 1001896) (4)
B) 10 - 32 x 3/4 Mounting screws (P/N 1001897) (4)
C) 10 - 32 x 1 3/4 Mounting screws (P/N 1001898) (4)
D) 3/4” Spacer (P/N 1023316) (4)
E) 1/2” Spacer (P/N 1023317) (4)
F) 5/16” Spacer (P/N 1023318) (4)
G) Countersunk washer (P/N 1023319) (4)
H) Self Adhesive Wire mounting clip (P/N 1023320)(2)
TOOLS REQUIRED
Philips head screwdriver
Centerpunch
1/4” Drill bit
Electric Drill
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1) Chooseanappropriatemounting location underneath a cabinetorshelf. Closeproximitytoanelectricaloutlet
andaTVantennaorcableconnectionwillfacilitateaneat,easyinstallation. Donot mount the VE-500A above
arangeoroven. Besure that the location chosenwillprovideadequateaccesstotheelectricalconnectors on
therear of the unitbeforecontinuing.
2) If the locationchosenhas bottom edge moldingitmay be necessarytousethe mounting spacersprovidedto
effectivelylowertheVE-500A’srotatingscreenbelowthemolding. Measurethedistancebetween the bottom
ofthemoldingandthebottomofthecabinet. Amaximummeasurementof1.5”canbeaccommodatedwithout
usingspacers. Forlarger moldings choose acombinationofspacerswhich will reduce themountingdepthto
1.5” or less.
3) Measure the thickness of the bottom of the cabinet or shelf and the spacers chosen. Select the shortest
screwlengthwhich will passthroughthecountersunkwasher, kitchen cabinet andspacerswithbetween1/4”
and 1 1/2” inches to spare
4) Cutoutthetemplate supplied andtapeitinplaceonto the cabinet surfacetobedrilled. Center punchthefour
holesindicated on thetemplateandremove the template.
5) Carefullydrillfour1/4”holesatthelocationsmarked above. Place the screws chosen through the countersunk
washersand then throughtheholesfrom the topdown.
6) Screw the appropriatespacersonto the screws first,thenpositionthe VE-500A and screwitinplace using its
threadedholes.
7) Plug the AC Power adapter into a nearby electrical outlet and into the receptacle marked DC 12v input at the
rearofthe VE-500A
8) Connect your TV antenna or cable system to the antenna connector on the rear of the VE-500A.
9) Route the wiressafelyawayfromheatandmoisturesources and secure theminplaceusingtheselfadhesive
wiremountingclipprovided.
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5" TFT LCD TV
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UNDER CABINET INSTALLATION
Cabinet or
Shelf
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WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION
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VerticalMounting
Slot (Rear of Unit)
Donotattempt to install the VE-500Avertically, unless you aresurethattheelectriccircuitsin the chosen area
have been turned off at the fuse or circuit panel. Failure to do this could result in electric shock.
1) When installing the VE-500A vertically, choose a mounting location at or close to eye level. Close proximity
to an electrical outlet and a TV antenna or cable connection will facilitate a neat, easy installation.
2) Cutoutthe template provided andtemporarilytapeitto the wall atthedesiredlocation. Markthe center ofthe
verticalmountingslot and removethetemplate.
3) Determine if a wall stud is present at the chosen location by drilling a 1/16” hole at the marked location. After
penetratingthe depth ofthewallsurface, observe whether ornota structural stud ispresent. Caution,ifnear
electrical outlet, there is likely to be electrical wiring present.
4) Ifastructuralstud ispresent,asuitablelengthdrywallscrewcanbescreweddirectlyintoit. Leaveapproximately
1/4”of the screwprotrudingfromthe wall.
If there is no structural stud present, a drywall anchor from your local hardware store will be necessary.
Rememberto leave 1/4” ofitsscrewhead protruding fromthewall.
5) Hang the VE-500A onto the screw head using the vertical mounting slot at the rear of the unit.
6) Plug the ACPoweradapter into a nearbyelectricaloutlet and intothereceptaclemarked DC 12vinputonthe
bottomof theVE-500A.
8) Connect your TV antenna or cable system to the antenna connector on the bottom of the VE-500A.
9) Route the wiressafelyawayfromheatandmoisturesources and secure theminplaceusingtheselfadhesive
wiremountingclipprovided.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
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1. REMOTE INFRARED SENSOR
This sensor receives signals from the hand
held remote control.
2. AUTO PROG. BUTTON
This button is used to program active TV
stations into memory. Its operation duplicates
thefunctionof theAUTOMEMORY buttonon
the remote control.
3. BLANK
This button not used.
4. PICTURE BUTTON
This button allows setting of the picture Tint,
Contrast, Brightness and Color. Its operation
duplicates the PICTURE SELECT button on
the remote control unit.
5. VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTONS
Press to increase or decrease the TV sound
level.
6. CHANNEL UP/DOWN BUTTONS
Thesebuttons areusedtochangethechannel
or make adjustments to the picture quality.
Theiroperationduplicates theCHANNEL UP/
DOWN button on the remote control unit.
7. LED POWER INDICATOR
Illuminates whenever power is applied to the
VE-500A
8. POWER BUTTON
This button will alternately turn the VE-500A
on or off.
9. SCREEN RELEASE BUTTON
This button will release the screen from its
closed position, which allows you to lower it
to a comfortable viewing position.
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VIDEO
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VIDEO DC ANT.
1) 12V DC INPUT
Connectto power adaptersupplied with VE-500A.
2) ANTENNA CONNECTOR
Connecttoantennaorcablesystem.
DC12V
INPUT DC 12V OUTPUT
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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

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1) TurntheRemoteControlfacedown. Pressdown ontheridged areaofthe batterycoverandslideitoff.
2) Install thetwo “AAA”batteries includedas shown. Makesure thatproper polarity(+or-)isobserved.
3) Slide the cover back until it clicks.
BATTERY INSTALLATION

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POSITIONING THE SCREEN
Pushing the screen release forward will unlock the screen and it will swing downward. Pivot the
screen forward until a comfortable viewing angle is reached. The screen may also be rotated from
side to side. Do not force the screen beyond its rotational limit of 15 degrees. Once a comfortable
position has been found, the internal detents will hold the screen in this position. The VE-500A is now
ready for use. In vertical mount applications it is not necessary to release and position the screen.
Pressingthepower buttononthe TV ortheremote willturnthe systemonor off. Remember toturn the
unit off and pivot the screen to the locked position when not in use.
The remote control will operate Audiovox Televisions. It is not a universal remote control and will not
control equipment from other manufacturers.
If a universal remote control is to be used with the VE-500A, choose the remote encoding scheme for
Action Televisions when programming the remote.
OPERATION
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