Directed Electronics PB1040 Quick start guide

Important Notes :
1. Before operating the unit, please read these instructions carefully.
2. Retain this manual for future reference.
3. Do not remove any WARNING stickers on the unit.
4. You are advised to follow the instructions carefully when operating the unit.
5. Do not use any chemical solvent, cleaning agent or corrosive detergent to clean
away dirt on the surface of the screen. By doing so, you may cause irreversible
damage to the surface of the TFT screen. To clean off dirt or fingerprints, we
recommend the use of a soft damp lens cleaning cloth.
6. Using spare parts from another manufacturer may caused permanent damage to
the unit.
7. Place the unit on a flat, hard and stable surface.
8. Avoid installing the monitor screen in a position that is under direct sunlight and
place unit away from hot air vent.
9. Install unit in a dry location away from condensation.
10. Obstacles may impead smooth running of the loadingmechanism and may cause
electrical shorts-circuit.
11. Keep ventalation areas clear to allow unit to cool properly.
12. Ensure the plugs are properly plugged in before operating the unit.
13. Should the LCD panel be broken, do avoid all human contact with the broken
glass or fluid leaking out from the enclosure. If you come into contact, do flush
and clean affected areas with plenty of water. Seek medical attention immediately.
14. When operating the display unit, do avoid touching or pressing on the LCD glass
panel. Excessive force may cause irreparable damage to the LCD screen.
10.4” Go Anywhere
DVD & TV System
MODEL PB1040
O W N E R ’ S G U I D E
INSTALLATION GUIDE
© 2004 Directed Electronics, Inc. N90104 04-04

CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
Overview ----------------------------------------------------------------
Product Specification -------------------------------------------------
Contents/Accessories ------------------------------------------------
2. FRONT PANEL CONTROL
Panel Control -----------------------------------------------------------
Input/Output ------------------------------------------------------------
3. REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION
Controls & Functions -------------------------------------------------
4. INSTALLATION GUIDE
When Connecting to a TV Cable -----------------------------------
Connecting to the AV in Socket ------------------------------------
Output (RCA) to other AV Equipment -----------------------------
Connect Power --------------------------------------------------------
When Using in Vehicle ------------------------------------------------
5. BASIC FUNCTIONS
Power Signal -----------------------------------------------------------
Mode --------------------------------------------------------------------
Volume Setting ---------------------------------------------------------
Mute Setting ------------------------------------------------------------
Channel Search -------------------------------------------------------
Playing DVD/CD/MP3 ------------------------------------------------
Ejecting DVD/CD/MP3 -----------------------------------------------
TV Station Memory Mode -------------------------------------------
6. OPERATIONS
Menu Setting -----------------------------------------------------------
Sleep Timer Setting ---------------------------------------------------
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Safety Precautions:
1. Ensure the plug is securely plugged into the main socket before operating
the unit.
2. Ensure the Voltage on the main socket is the same as specified on the unit.
3. In the event of thunder & lightning or when not using the unit for a long
period of time, remove the plug from the main socket for safety.
4. Do not plug in too many appliances together with this unit to prevent
overloading the power supply.
5. Use parts only manufactured by the unit manufacturers.
6. Request a repair report from the technician/service personnel.
In case of the following emergencies, remove plug from the main
socket immediately:
1. Plug or cables are damaged.
2. Any form of foreign objects dropped inside the enclosure.
3. Unit is being exposed to rain and/or water.
4. Unit unable to operate under normal operation.
Notices:
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
2. To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirments , no change
to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the
device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements
and void user's authority to operate the device.
ATTENTION
1. location exposed to direct sunlight
or strong artificial light
2. location exposed to high humidity,
or poorly ventilated location
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CONTENTS
Video Adjust Setting
Saturation -------------------------------------------------------------
Sharpness ------------------------------------------------------------
Brightness ------------------------------------------------------------
Contrast ---------------------------------------------------------------
Tint ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Preset ------------------------------------------------------------------
Exit ---------------------------------------------------------------------
FM TRANSMITTER ---------------------------------------------------
Others
Channel Scan --------------------------------------------------------
TV Source Setting ---------------------------------------------------
Dimmer Setting ------------------------------------------------------
Speaker Setting ------------------------------------------------------
Return ------------------------------------------------------------------
7. DVD OPERATING INSTRUCTION
7.1 DVD/MP3/CD (FF/FB) -----------------------------------------
7.2 DVD/MP3/CD (NEXT/PREV TRK) --------------------------
7.3 DVD/MP3/CD (PLAY/PAUSE) --------------------------------
7.4 DVD/MP3/CD (STOP) ------------------------------------------
7.5 DVD/MP3/CD (SEARCH) -------------------------------------
7.6 DVD/MP3/CD PlayING Functions
7.6.1 DVD/MP3/CD (REPEAT FUNCTION) -----------------
7.6.2 DVD (ANGLE) ----------------------------------------------
7.6.3 DVD (MTS) --------------------------------------------------
7.6.4 DVD (SUBTITLE) --------------------------------------------
7.6.5 DVD (MENU) -------------------------------------------------
7.6.6 DVD (TITLE) ---------------------------------------------------
7.6.7 DVD/MP3/CD (DVD DISP) ----------------------------------
7.6.8 DVD (SETUP) -------------------------------------------------
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7.6.9 GENERAL SETUP -------------------------------------------
7.7 Regional Setting --------------------------------------------------
8. ANNEX A
LCD Maintenance -----------------------------------------------------
9. ANNEX B
Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------------
Common Problems ----------------------------------------------------
10. SPECIFICATIONS ----------------------------------------------
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1. INTRODUCTION
Overview :
A 10.4" Transportable LCD Monitor bearing the basic features of a Television
set, but comes with built-in DVD playable function. Built-in DVD playable
function is a breakthrough to a household LCD Television set. It not only allows
you to enjoy your DVD programs at home, but also you can put in your vehicle
for car entertainment.
New technology in LCD monitor allows enjoyment of more high quality
picture display and higher brightness; lighter in weight and slimmer body design,
power saving capabilities and low radiation, giving you a safe, relaxing and
environmental-friendly NEW visual enjoyment.
The unit comes with built-in screen display controls when used with the
remote control, allowing you to make changes to the settings. It even supports
the use of wireless headphones, therefore you do not need to worry that the
volume coming out from the monitor will disturb other people.
Product Specification :
1. 10.4" LCD Panel
2. Panel Ratio : 4 : 3
3. Built-in DVD Player (Support DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/JPEG Format)
4. CATV 2-125 Channels ; UHF/VHF Regular TV
5. Infra-Red Capabilities ; IR Headphone
6. Light Weight
7. Built-in Wall-Mount Support
8. Built-in FM Transmitter
9. Built-in speakers
10. Conventional Headphone Optional
11. A/V Inputs & Outputs
12. AC/DC Operations
13. Carry Case/Seat Back Options
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Contents/Accessories :
(Please check the content of the Package.)
Remote Control User Manual 10.4" Bag & Straps
2.FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
PANEL CONTROL :
1. LCD Monitor
2. DVD/CD/MP3 Slot
3. Remote Sensor
4. IR Transmitter
5. Speakers
6. Volume/Menu Up button
7. Volume/Menu Down button
8. Mode button
9. On/Off button
10. TV channel up button / DVD Eject Button
11. TV channel down button / DVD Play/Pause Button
12. OSD menu button
13. Power/Stand by LED
14. Earphone jack
15. Stand
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INPUT/OUTPUT :
16. Audio L(Output)
17. Audio R(Output)
18. Video
19. DC In : 12V or AC Adaptor
20. Audio L(Input)
21. Audio R(Input)
22. Video
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Wireless Headphone x 2
DC AdaptorAC Cable DC Power Plug AV Cable Battery x 4
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VOL : Decrease Volume Button
VOL : Increase Volume Button
CH/ SET : Channel/Setting Up Button
CH/ SET : Channel/Setting Down Button
Right : Right Button
SCAN : Channel Scanning
MEMORY(+/-) : Favorite Channel Saved
to Memory Button
PREV TRK : Previous Track
NEXT TRK : NEXT Track
MENU : DVD Main Menu
TITLE : DVD Title Button
FF : DVD Fast Forward Play
REP : DVD Repeat Button
ANGLE : DVD Angle Select
MTS : DVD Language Change Button
ZOOM : DVD Zoom Button
SETUP : DVD Setting Button
3. Remote Control Function :
(When using the remote control, point it towards the IR sensor.)
4. INSTALLATION GUIDE:
When Connecting to a TV Cable:
1. Plug the cable to the input socket on the unit.
TV AVTENNA
CATV CABLE
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POWER : Power On/Off
MUTE : Turn Off Volume
MODE : Signal Button
Up : Up Button
SYS MENU : System Main Menu
Selection Button
SAVE/ENTER : Enter Button
Left : Left Button
Down : Down Button
EJECT : DVD Eject Button
STOP : DVD Stop Play Button
PLAY/PAUSE : Play and Pause Button
1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/0 : Numbers Button
FB : DVD FAST Backward Play
SLOW : DVD Slow Motion
SUBTITL : DVD Subtitle Select Button
PBC ON/OFF : DVD Restart
DVD DISP : DVD Display Button
SEARCH : DVD Search Button
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Connecting to the AV IN Socket :
1. This unit is able to support various input setting. You can connect your video
recorder, amplifier, game console etc, to the unit, to enjoy high quality, digital
audio-visual effect.
2. Connect your AV cable to the equipment.
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Output (RCA) to other AV Equipment:
Output the AV Signal using the unit AV output socket.
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Connect Power:
Connect to the power source using the power cable and adapter provided.
ATTENTION: Ensure the power supply is connected to the unit. When not using unit
for a long period of time, remove power adapter socket from the main
power point.
Using in Vehicle:
ATTENTION: Plug the cigarette power (+12V) by using the DC Power plug wire
with the unit.
AC SOCKET
AC PLUG
AV CABLE
AV ADAPTOR
DC INPUT
SOCKET
DC Power PlugDC Power Plug

5. Basic Functions :
POWER SIGNAL:
1. POWER indication LED on unit turns RED in color indicating power is connected.
2. Press the "ON/OFF" button on front control panel or the "Power" button on remote,
the POWER indication LED on the TV Front Panel will turn "GREEN in color".
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Mode:
1. Press the "Mode" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel to
select from the various mode settings.
2. The mode setting status will change each time the "Mode" button is pressed –
"AV1 - CH - DVD"
AV1 CH DVD
RED LIGHT GREEN LIGHT
VOLUME SETTING:
Press the "VOL / " button on front control panel or "VOLUME / " on remote to
adjust the volume level.
MUTE:
1. Press the "Mute" button on the remote control to mute speakers.
2. Press the "Mute" button again or the "Volume Up/Down" ( / )button to return
the sound back to the speakers.
CHANNEL SEARCH:
1. Press the "Channel Up/Down" ( / ) button on remote or the TV Front control
panel to change/select channels.
2. Press on the number buttons on the remote control to change/select channel directly.

PLAYING DVD/CD/MP3:
1. Press "Power" button to switch on the unit.
2. Press "Mode" button on the remote control repeatedly to select the " DVD " mode.
3. Insert the DVD into the DVD player as shown in the picture.
4. Disc will automatically play
--- If the DVD does not comes with Menu/Title, Play will continue.
--- If the DVD comes with Menu/Title, Menu Options will be shown on the screen, press the
"Left/Right/Up/Down" ( / / / )button on the remote control, select the chapter for
playing, press "Enter" to begin play.
--- If "NO DISC" is display on the screen, check direction and format of the disc used.
--- If "WRONG REGION" is display on the screen, it means the player does not support the
regional code the DVD is coded.
5. Press the "Left/Right/Up/Down" button to select the chapter to be played.
6. Press the "PLAY/PAUSE(CH )" button on front control panel or " " button on remote to
play the DVD.
EJECTING DVD/CD/MP3:
1. Press the "Mode" button on the remote control or "MENU" button on front control panel to
select " DVD " mode.
2. Press the "Eject" ( ) button on the remote or on the front control panel "(CH )" to eject
the DVD from the player.
TV Station Memory Mode:
1. Under TV mode, select channel by using "CH/SET / " on remote (eg. CH01).
2. Press "ENTER" button on remote, main menu option will display on the screen as below:
3. Use ( / ) button on remote to select to select memory number to be set. (total 15 memory)
4. Press "ENTER" to return to TV channel, the memory number has been set to be the most
frequent selected channels (eg. CH01).
5. Repeat above steps to set all 15 favorite channels.
6. After all memory has been set, press the "MEMORY +/- " button on remote to select favorite
channels.
ATTENTION:To avoid scraping discs, please insert disc parallel into the slot.
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Insert Eject
CHANNEL MEMORY
MEMORY 1 EMPTY
MEMORY 2 EMPTY
MEMORY 3 EMPTY
MEMORY 4 EMPTY
MEMORY 5 EMPTY
MEMORY 6 EMPTY
MEMORY 7 EMPTY
MEMORY 8 EMPTY
MEMORY 9 EMPTY
MEMORY 10 EMPTY
MEMORY 11 EMPTY
MEMORY 12 EMPTY
MEMORY 13 EMPTY
MEMORY 14 EMPTY
MEMORY 15 EMPTY
EXIT

Video Adjust Setting:
Saturation:
1. Press "Sys Menu" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, main menu options
will be displayed on the TV screen.
2. Press "Up/Down" ( / )button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control panel to select
"Video Adjust" option.
3. Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on fron control panel to confirm the selection.
4. Press "Up/Down" ( / ) button on remote or "VOL /VOL " on front control panel to select
"SATURATION" option.
5. Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, the text of the
selected option will be highlighted in RED.
6. Press "Left/Right" ( / ) button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control panel
to adjust the "Saturation" Level.
7.Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel to save the setting.
8. Press "Sys Menu" button on the remote control to exit main menu.
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Sharpness:
1. Press "Sys Menu" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, main menu options
will be displayed on the TV screen.
2. Press "Up/Down" ( / ) button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control paneto select
"Video Adjust" option.
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Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on fron control panel to to confirm the selection.
4. Press "Up/Down" ( / ) button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control panel to select
"SHARPNESS" option.
5. Press "Save/Enter" buttonon remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, the text of the
selected option will be highlighted in RED.
6. Press "Left/Right"( / ) button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control panel to adjust
the "Sharpness" Level.
7.Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel to save the setting.
8. Press "Sys Menu" button on the remote control to exit main menu.
VIDEO ADJUST
SHARPENESS
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
TINT
PRESET
EXIT
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VIDEO ADJUST
SHARPENESS
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
TINT
PRESET
EXIT
SATURATION
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6. OPERATIONS:
Menu Setting :
This Unit provide the "OSD" setting, enable you to customize the setting for the following:
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Sleep Timer Setting:
1. Press "Sys Menu" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, main menu options
will be displayed on the TV screen.
2. Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel, the text of the
selected option will be highlighted in RED.
3. Press "Left/Right" ( / )button on remote or "VOL /VOL " button on front control panel to
select the desired time setting of "30/60/90/120" minutes or "OFF".
4. Press "Save/Enter" button on remote or "MENU" button on front control panel to save the setting.
5. Press "Sys Menu" button on remote to exit main menu.
SLEEP TIMER 30
SLEEP TIMER 60
SLEEP TIMER 90
SLEEP TIMER 120
SLEEP TIMER OFF
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VIDEO ADJUST
FM TRANSMITTER
OTHERS
EXIT
MAIN MENU
SLEEP TIMER
VIDEO ADJUST
FM TRANSMITTER
OTHERS
EXIT
MAIN MENU