Boss Audio Systems BV9700 User manual

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FEATURES
Compatible with PAL DVD (Video
CD) and NTSC DVD (Video CD)
This player can play discs recorded in
either PAL or NTSC format.
• A single LSI chip now integrates all
major DVD playback circuit functions
including MPEG2 decoder, video D/A
converter, and audio decoders.
• L/R stereo analog audio outputs for
connection to existing head unit aux
inputs. Video output is composite
video.
• Supplied remote handles
multi-function software (multi-language
audio-track/subtitle, multi-angle, multi-
story, etc.), plus all basic functions.
USE THIS PRODUCT SAFELY
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 protect you if
you observe the following procedures for
installation, use and servicing. This unit
doesn’t contain any parts that can be
repaired by the user.
When Driving
Keep the volume level low enough to be
aware of road and traffic conditions.
When Washing Your Car
Do not expose the product to water or
excessive moisture. This could cause
electrical shorts, fire or other damage.
When Parked
Parking in direct sunlight can produce
very high temperatures inside your
vehicle. Give the interior a chance to
cool down before starting playback.
Use the Proper Power Supply
This product is designed to operate with
a 12 volt DC, negative ground battery
system (the regular system in a North
American car).
Protect the Disc Mechanism
Avoid inserting any foreign objects into
the slot of this player.
Failure to observe this may cause
malfunction due to the precise
mechanism of this unit.
Use Authorized Service Centers
Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust
this precision product. Please refer to
the Service Center list included with this
product for service assistance.
For Installation
The unit should be installed in a
horizontal position with the front end up
at a convenient angle, but not more than
30˚.
Protect the Monitor Mechanism
• The monitor is operated automatically.
Do not pull the monitor out or turn it
upward or downward manually.
Otherwise, the mechanism
construction may be harmed to some
degree.

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CONTENTS
Safety Information......................................................................................................4
Disc Notes...................................................................................................................5
Installation...................................................................................................................6
The Player ...................................................................................................................9
Electrical Connections.............................................................................................11
Remote Control ........................................................................................................12
Location and Function of Keys.............................................................................12
Preparing the Remote Control..............................................................................15
Loading/Ejecting a disc ...........................................................................................15
Loading a Disc......................................................................................................15
Ejecting a Disc ......................................................................................................15
Operation ..................................................................................................................16
Basic Operation ....................................................................................................16
Disc (DVD, VCD, CD, MP3) Operation..................................................................20
Radio Operation....................................................................................................26
TV Operation.........................................................................................................27
AV Operation.........................................................................................................27
RGB Operation .....................................................................................................27
Setup..........................................................................................................................28
Language Setup ...................................................................................................28
Display Setup........................................................................................................28
Audio Setup ..........................................................................................................29
Lock Setup ...........................................................................................................29
Other Table ...........................................................................................................30
Trouble Shooting ......................................................................................................31
Specification .............................................................................................................32

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CAUTION:
MOBILE DVD PLAYER IS A CLASS I
LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS
MOBILE DVD PLAYER USES A
VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM
WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.
BE SURE TO OPERATE THE MOBILE
DVD PLAYER CORRECTLY AS
INSTRUCTED.
USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND - DO NOT
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE ONLY THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR
CONTINUOUS OPERATION.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is protected
by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Region Management Information
Region Management Information:
This Mobile DVD Player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the Region
Management Information that is recorded
on a DVD disc. If the Region number
described on the DVD disc does not
correspond to the Region number of this
Mobile DVD Player, this Mobile DVD
Player cannot play this disc.

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DISC NOTES
Disc formats supported by this player
DVD
12 cm disc
(Single-sided disc only)
Video CD
12 cm disc
CD
12 cm disc
MP3
12 cm disc
Handling and Cleaning
• Dirt, dust, scratches and warping disc
will cause misoperation.
• Do not place stickers or make
scratches on discs.
• Do not warp discs.
• A disc should always be kept in its
case when not in use to prevent from
damage.
• Do not place discs in the following
places:
1. Direct sunlight
2. Dirty, dusty and damp areas
3. Near car heaters
4. On the seats or dashboard
Disc Cleaning
Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the surface.
If the disc is quite dirty, use a soft cloth
slightly moistured with isopropyl (rubbing)
alcohol. Never use solvents such as
benzine, thinner or conventional record
cleaners as they may mar the surface of
the disc.
Note:
A disc may become somewhat scratched
(although not enough to make it
unusable) depending on the way it is
handled and conditions in the usage
environment. Note these scratches are
not an indication of any problem with the
player.
Preparing New Discs with Rough
Spots
A new disc may have rough edges on its
inside and outside edges. If a disc with
rough edges is used, the proper setting
will not be performed and the player will
not play the disc.
Therefore, remove the rough edges in
advance by using a ballpoint pen or
pencil as shown on the right. To remove
the rough edges, press the side of the
pen or pencil against the inside and
outside edges of the disc.
Rough spots
on inside edge
Ball point pen
or pencil
Rough spots on
outside edge
Label side up
Do not touch
the underside
of the disc
Do not bend
Wipe the disc from center
toward the outside edge

30˚
182 mm
53 mm
Front Panel
Outer Trim Ring
L Key
Sleeve
R Key
INSTALLATION
Notes:
• Choose the mounting location where
the unit will not interfere with the
normal driving function of the driver.
• Before finally installing the unit,
connect the wiring temporarily and
make sure it is all connected up
properly and the unit and the system
work properly.
• Use only the parts included with the
unit to ensure proper installation.
The use of unauthorized parts can
cause malfunctions.
• Consult with your nearest dealer if
installation requires the drilling of holes
or other modifications of the vehicle.
• Install the unit where it does not get in
the driver’s way and cannot injure the
passenger if there is a sudden stop,
like an emergency stop.
• If installation angle exceeds 30˚ from
horizontal, the unit might not give its
optimum performance.
• Avoid installing the unit where it would
be subject to high temperature, such
as from direct sunlight, or from hot air,
from the heater, or where it would be
subject to dust, dirt or excessive
vibration.
DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT
This unit can be properly installed either
from “Front” (conventional DIN Front-
mount) or “Rear” (DIN Rear-mount
installation, utilizing threaded screw holes
at the sides of the unit chassis).
For details, refer to the following
illustrated installation methods.
DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)
Installation Opening
This unit can be installed in any dashboard
having an opening as show below:
Installing the unit
Be sure you test all connections first, and
then follow these steps to install the unit.
1. Make sure the ignition is turned off,
and then disconnect the cable from
the vehicle battery's negative (-)
terminal.
2. Disconnect the wire harness and the
antenna.
3. Lift the top of the outer trim ring then
pull it out to remove it.
4. The two supplied keys release tabs
inside the unit’s sleeve so you can
remove it. One key is for the right side
and the other is for the left side. Insert
the keys as far as they will go (with the
notches facing up) into the appropriate
slots at the middle left and right sides
of the unit. Then slide the sleeve off
the back of the unit.
5. Mount the sleeve by inserting the sleeve
into the opening of the dashboard and
bend open the tabs located around the
sleeve with a screwdriver. Not all tabs
will be able to make contact, so
examine which ones will be most
effective. Bending open the appropriate
tabs behind the dashboard to secure
the sleeve in place.
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9. Reconnect the cable to the vehicle
battery's negative (-) terminal. Then
replace the out trim ring
Removing the unit
1. Make sure the ignition is turned off,
and then disconnect the cable from
the vehicle battery's negative (-)
terminal.
2. Remove the metal strap attached the
back of the unit (if attached).
3. Lift the top of the outer trim ring then
pull it out to remove it.
4. Insert both of the supplied keys into
the slots at the middle left and right
sides of the unit, then pull the unit out
of the dashboard.
DIN REAR-MOUNT (Method B)
If your vehicle is a Nissan, Toyota, follow
these mounting instructions.
Use the screw holes marked T (Toyota),
N (Nissan) located on both sides of the
unit to fasten the unit to the factory radio
mounting brackets supplied with your
vehicle.
Sleeve
Dashboard
Screwdriver
Tabs
Spring Washer
Tapping Screw
Plain Washer
Hex Nut
Metal Strap
Mounting Bolt
Dashboard or
Console
Side view showing
Screw Holes marked
T, N or S
Factory Radio
Mounting
Bracket
Screw
Screw
INSTALLATION
6. Reconnect the wire harness and the
antenna and be careful not to pinch
any wires or cables.
7. Slide the unit into the sleeve until it
locks into place.
8. To further secure the unit, use the
supplied metal strap to secure the back
of the unit in place. Use the supplied
hardware (Hex Nut (M5mm) and Spring
Washer) to attach one end of the strap
to the mounting bolt on the back of
the unit. If necessary, bend the metal
strap to fit your vehicle's mounting
area. Then use the supplied hardware
(Tapping Screw (5x25mm) and Plain
Washer) to attach the other end of
metal strap to a solid metal part of the
vehicle under the dashboard. This strap
also helps ensure proper electrical
grounding of the unit.
Note to install the short threading
terminal of the mounting bolt to the
back of the unit and the other long
threading terminal to the dashboard.
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INSTALLATION
To fasten the unit to the factory radio
mounting brackets.
1. Align the screw holes on the bracket
with the screw holes on the unit, and
then tighten the screws on each side.
2. Fasten with the supplied truss screws
(5x5mm) or flush surface screws
(4x5mm), depending on the shape of
the screw holes in the bracket.
Note:
(1) The outer trim ring, sleeve and the
metal strap are not used for method B
installation.
(2) When the unit is on work, if you release
the front panel, the unit will enter into the
power off state automatically, and you
can see the indicater LED flashing. When
you install the front panel the unit will
resume work automatically.
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THE PLAYER
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FRONT VIEW
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Closed Position
Open Position
Remove the front panel:

1. (BACK) 14.
2. AV IN 15. DSP
3. (OPEN/CLOSE) 16. ENT
4. (EJECT) 17. SETUP
5. Disc Slot 18. LOC
6. MODE 19. MO/ST
7. VOL
+/-20. BAND
8. + 21. AS/PS
9. - 22. Reset Button
10. /MUT 23. Remote Sensor
11. 7“ COLOR TFT 24. Front Panel LED
MONITOR
12. S (Smart MODE) 25. / , / (Cursor Buttons)
13. (MENU)
THE PLAYER
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