Audiovox VBP3000 User manual

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VIDEO IN A BAG SYSTEM WITH DETACHABLE 5" LCD
TV/MONITOR AND VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER

A.Introduction
Thankyouforselectingthis“VideoinaBag”System. Thesystem'smainfeaturesinclude
two5"LiquidCrystalDisplay (LCD)TV/MonitorsandVideoCassettePlayer(VCP)(see
page4foradetailedfeaturelist). Thesystemutilizesthelateststateoftheartelectronics
and is designed for use in vehicles, hotels, offices or your home. The “Video in a Bag”
System is constructed to provide years of reliable, trouble-free service. The system is
compactso thatyou cantake itwith youanywhere andis designedfor quickand easy
installation. The system comes with two detachable displays that can be utilized and
storedseparatelyfromthemainunit. Anadditionalmonitorcanbepurchasedandadded
tothesystemsetupallowingyoutoutilizethreemonitorsatonce(twoexternalandone
attached). The connection of the additional is plug & play.
Pleasereadthe entireinstructionmanual suppliedwiththisproduct priortooperation.
The documentation will assist you in installing the system properly to obtain the best
equipmentperformance. All manualsshould bestoredfor lateruse.
B. Precautions
1. The “Video in a Bag” System MUST be powered from switched “Accessory” power
(i.e.not directlyfrom thecar battery). Powershould beapplied tothe unitwhen the
ignition key is in the Run and/or Accessory positions.
NOTE:Topreventbatterydischarge,disconnectthe“VideoinaBag”Systemjackfrom
the cigarette lighter socket when the unit is not in use.
2.IMPORTANT!: There aretwo shortVelcro straps located inside thebag. These
straps are used to anchor the system securely inside the bag using the loop
brackets on either side of the system. This will prevent the system from falling out
andbeing damaged in transport orwhile inuse inyour vehicle.
3. Ensure that the LCD TV/Monitor, VCP and the Bag are installed in accordance
with the instructions and illustrations provided in this manual.
4. The “S” hooks and all straps must be fastened correctly to secure the system in the
vehicleinthe event ofanaccident.
5.Operatethe“Videoin aBag” Systemwith theBag opento ensureproper ventilation
of the monitor and the VCP.
6. The system intended to be mounted for rear seat viewing only. DO NOT USE THE
SYSTEMINTHEFRONTSEATWHILEOPERATINGYOURVEHICLE.
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C. Cautions and Warnings
1. Cleaning Video Head
Topreventvideoheadclogging,useonlygoodqualityVHStapesanddiscardwornout
tapes. Iftheheadsbecomedirtyoveraperiodoftime duringnormaloperationoftheVCP,
thepicturewillbesnowy and theauto-tracking willnot adjustthe picturecorrectly. We
recommendusingcleaningcartridges sparinglyto restorenormalpicture.
2.Placement
Toprevent fireor electricshock, donotexpose thisappliance torain, moistureor long
periodsof directsunlight. Keep theunit awayfrom radiators orother sourcesof heat.
Donotoperateorstoretheunitclosetostrongmagneticfields. Donotplacetheseton
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table to prevent it from falling.
3.Ventilation
To ensureproper ventilation,nevercover orblockthe slotsandopenings withacloth
orothermaterial.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Donotpushobjects ofanykindinto the systemthroughopenings;do not spillorspray
liquidof any kindon or inthesystem (thismayresult inafire orelectricshock). Do not
placeanything heavyon theunit.
5.Disassemble
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user-
serviceablepartsinside. Contactqualifiedservice personnel if your system isinneed
ofrepair.
6.Cleaning Unit
When cleaning, make sure the system is unplugged from power source. Do not use
liquid cleanersoraerosolcleaners. Useaclothlightlydampenedwithwater forcleaning
the exterior of the system only.
7. Power
This system should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. Use only the supplied power cable matching this set to avoid electric
hazards. Whenthesystemisleft unattendedandunusedforlongperiodsof time,unplug
it from the power source. Always disconnect the power source first and then the jack
from the system.
8.Cassette
Do not force a cassette into the compartment when the power cord is unplugged. An
invertedcassettecannotbeinserted. Afterplayingavideocassette,removeitfromthe
player. Store videocassettes in the sleeves or cases and in upright position.
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D. Feature List
1.) One Video Cassette Player with Built In VHF/UHF/CATV Tuner system
2.) Two 5" LCD Monitors with AUX Inputs
3.) OneInfraRedRemoteControl
4.) One Bag (for carrying the unit and accessories)
5.) One Set of Straps for Mounting
6.) Two Pouches(for the detachablemonitors)
7.) OneDCPowerAdaptor(cigarettelighteradapter)
8.) One AC to DC Power Adapter (two piece set)
9.) Two DINCable
10.) One Dipole Antenna
11.)One Slip-on COAXConnector
12.)Two HeadphoneJacks
Figure 1
E. Powering the Unit
1.RefertoFigure1. Unzipthelowercompartmentof the bagandtake out theAC/
DCadapter. PlugoneendoftheACtoDCadapterinto110VACpowerreceptacle
and the other end into the DC IN 12V jack on the rear of the system.
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2. Refer to Figure 2. For use in a vehicle, take the cigarette lighter socket adapter from
the lower compartment, plug one end into the DC IN 12V jack on the rear of the unit,
slide the cord through the slot in the bag, and plug the other end into the cigarette
lighter socket.
Figure 2
F. Powering the Detached Monitor or the Additional Monitor
1.Theattachedmonitorcanbedetachedfromthesystembydepressingthebuttonbelow
thescreenwithonehandandremovingthemonitorwiththeother(RefertoFigure13Item
#13.). Youmaytaketheadditionalmonitorfromthebag. TaketheAC/DCadapterfrom
the lower compartment, plug one end into the DC IN 12V jack on the left side of the
monitor, and the other end into the power receptacle indoors.
Figure 3
2.RefertoFigure4.Foruseina vehicle,take the cigarettelighter adapter fromthe lower
compartment, plug one end into the DC IN 12V jack on the left side of the monitor and
the other end into the cigarette lighter socket.
Figure 4
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Note:
1). When the monitor is connected to the main unit the unit will supply inside power to the
monitor, there is no need for another power source to be connected to the DC 12V IN
jack on the side of the monitor.
2).RefertoFigure5and6. Whenthemonitorisseparated(eitherthemonitordetachedfrom
themainunitortheadditionalmonitor),You can connecttheMONITORPORTonthe
sideofthemonitortotheMONITORPORTontherearofthemainunitwiththesupplied
DINcable. Ifinthevehicle,insertoneendoftheDINcableintotheMONITORPORTon
the side of the detached monitor, slide the cable through the slot in the bag and insert
theotherendintotheMONITORPORTonrearofthemainunit. Afterplugginginthemain
unit, DC12Vpower,Audio/Video andIRsignalswillall besupplied throughDINcable
tothe separated monitor.
Figure 5
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H. Installing the Unit with Bag Between the Driver/Passenger Seat
Option 1(RefertoFigure7)
Figure 7
1.Take one ofthe suppliedstrapsand connectthelatch totheupper metalringon the
leftsideofthebag. Attachthe"S"hooktothesameringafterloopingthestraparound
the headrest of the driver's seat. Repeat this process for the right side (Passenger
Seat).
2.TakeanotherstrapandconnectthelatchtolowermetalringontheleftsideoftheBag.
Attachthe"S"hooktothesameringafterloopingthestraparoundthedriver'sseatrail.
Repeatthisprocessfortherightside. Insomevehicles,itmaybenecessarytoattach
the "S" connector to the rail directly, as it may not be long enough to reach back to
the ring. Also, depending on the desired angle, you may need to attach the latch to
either the front or the rear ring on the bottom of the Bag, depending on your vehicle.
3. Adjust the straps tightlyso that the bag is secured.
4. Unzip the bag on both the left and right side. The system will lean against the front
ofthebagatabouta15-degreeanglewhenthezippersarefullyunzipped. Adjustthe
zippers so that the unit is at the proper angle to allow the screen to be adjusted for
thebestviewingangle.
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Option 2(RefertoFigure8)
Figure 8
1. Follow the installation instructions shown in the Option 1.
2.Remove the secondmonitor andits pouch fromthe frontcompartment of the bag.
3.UnfasteningtheVelcro strapand removethemonitorfrom the pouch.
4.Rotatethebaseofthesecondmonitorbackwardsothatitmaybeplacedinanupright
position on a flat surface.
5.Insert oneend oftheDIN cableinto theMONITOR PORTonthe sideof thedetached
monitor, slide the cable through the slot in the bag, and insert the other end into the
MONITORPORTonrearofthemainunit.
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Option 3 (Refer to Figure 9)
Figure 9
1. Follow the installation instructions shown in the Option 1.
2.Removetheadditionalmonitorandpouchfromthefrontcompartmentofthebag,make
suretofeedthebottompieceofthepouchintothelongslotoftheMonitorandattachthe
Velcrostraptofastenthemonitorinthepouch.Thenloopthestrapofthepoucharound
theheadrestandpulltheendofthestrapwhile holdingthebuckleuntilthepouchistightly
secured.
3. Insert one end of the DIN cable into the MONITOR PORT on the left right side of the
detachedmonitor,slidethecablethroughtheslotinthebagandinserttheotherendinto
theMONITORPORTon rear ofthe mainunit.
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I. Installing the Unit with Bag on the Back Seat in a Car
There is no need to remove the four straps from the bag as they are not used in this
installation.
Option1(RefertoFigure10).
Figure 10
Carefully place the system (back facing up) on the back seat. Guide the vehicles safety
belt through the short strap sewn on the front of the bag. Then secure and adjust the
safety belt so that the unit is not free to move around. Finally uncover the attached
monitorandadjustthe screenfor adesiredviewingangle.
Option 2 (RefertoFigure 11)
Figure 11
1. Follow the installation instruction shown in the Option 1.
2. Detach the monitor from the system by depressing the button below the screen with
one hand and removing the monitor with the other. Slide the monitor into the spare
monitor pouch, feed the bottom piece of the pouch into the long slot of the monitor,
and attach the Velcro strap to fasten the monitor in the pouch. Then loop the strap of
the pouch around the headrest, and pull the end of the strap when holding the buckle
until the pouch is tightly secured.
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