gfm PVS8310 User manual

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WARNING: Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power adapter and refer servicing to a
qualied technician.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
* SEE BOTTOM OF UNIT FOR GRAPHIC SYMBOLS *
The exclamation point within a triangle
alerts you to the presence of important
operating, maintenance and servicing
instructions in this user’s manual.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead
within a triangle alerts you to uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product's
enclosure that could cause an electric
shock.
WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT PLACE
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ON OR NEAR THIS UNIT.
CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
CAUTION : DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE
SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
The symbol for Class II
(Double lnsulation)
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
This product
contains a low
power laser device.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
ON PLACEMENT
• Do not use the unit in places that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.
• Place the unit on a at and even surface.
• Do not restrict the air ow of the unit by placing it in a place with poor air ow, by covering it with a cloth, or
by placing it on carpeting.
• To avoid magnetized, do not place the unit near speaker or magnet.
• Do not use this unit in direct sunlight or leave the unit in a closed automobile (or yacht, etc) where it would be
exposed to high temperatures above 104°F (40°C).
• No naked ame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the AC power adapter and main unit.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
ON SAFETY
• When connecting or disconnecting the AC power adapter, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the
cord may damage it and create a hazard.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC power adapter.
ON CONDENSATION
• When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the
unit. When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1 to
2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room and allow the unit to dry before use.
VENTILATION WARNING
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
• Do not operate the unit in a conned space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, allow about 4 inch (10cm)
of free space all around the unit for adequate ventilation.
RATING PLATE LOCATION
• The rating plate is located on the bottom of unit.
FCC STATEMENTS
NOTE: 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 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
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 harmful 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 o
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this device near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent
copyrighted material without permission.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132 and 5,583,936
licensed for limited viewing uses only.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
NOTES ON COPYRIGHT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................... 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................2
NOTES ON COPYRIGHT .......................................................................................................................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................................................................................................3
DISC FORMATS....................................................................................................................................4
ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................................................... 5
CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE............................................................................................................ 5
POWER SUPPLY .............................................................................................................................. 6 - 7
Using the AC power adapter .................................................................................................................................... 6
Using the car power adapter.................................................................................................................................... 6
Using the built-in battery .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Turning on the unit ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
CONNECTIONS ....................................................................................................................................8
Connecting a TV............................................................................................................................................................ 8
Using headphones ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
SOUND SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................................8
PLAYING A DISC ........................................................................................................................... 9 - 10
Playing a disc.................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Pausing playback (still mode)................................................................................................................................... 9
Stopping playback ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Fast forward / Fast reverse......................................................................................................................................... 9
Skip (forward / reverse) .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Audio selection............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Subtitle selection........................................................................................................................................................10
Adjust the LCD screen...............................................................................................................................................10
VIEWING JPG FILES ...........................................................................................................................10
CUSTOMIZING THE FUNCTION SETTINGS ........................................................................................11
Language setup ..........................................................................................................................................................11
Video setup...................................................................................................................................................................11
System setup................................................................................................................................................................11
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................12
Cleaning the disc ........................................................................................................................................................12
Cleaning the unit ........................................................................................................................................................12
Important note ...........................................................................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................................................................................................12
GFM GUARANTEE..............................................................................................................................13

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DISC FORMATS
DISC FUNCTION OR OPERATION THAT IS NOT AVAILABLE
When the symbol appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not available
at that time. This occurs because the DVD disc manufacturer determines the specic functions. Certain functions
may not be available on some discs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the DVD.
NOTES ON UNAUTHORIZED DISCS
You may not be able to play some DVD discs on this unit if they were purchased from outside your geographic
area or made for business purposes.
REGION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region
Management Information that is encoded on DVD discs. If the region number printed on the DVD disc does not
correspond to the region number of this unit, this unit cannot play that disc.
The region number of this unit is .
ICONS USED ON DVDS
Sample lcons Language selections for audio
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles
Region code indicator
Note:
When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played, but the graphic images
will not be shown.
This unit can playback:
DVDs
[8cm/12cm disc]
audio cds
[8cm/12cm disc] compatible
picture viewer
TITLE, CHAPTER AND TRACKS
• DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the disc has
more than one movie on it, each movie would be a separate
“title”. “Chapters” are sections of titles.
• Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is usually one
song on an Audio CD.
Note:
Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs
have these numbers recorded on them, but some do not.

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ACCESSORIES
PLEASE LOCATE THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES.
AC Power Adapter ...............................................................................................................................................................................x 1
Car Power Adapter ..............................................................................................................................................................................x 1
Specications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE
UNIT
1) LCD Screen
2) DC IN 9V - 12V Jack
3) AUDIO / VIDEO OUT Jacks
4) CHARGE / STANDBY(power o) / ON Switch
5) VOLUME Control
Adjusts the volume.
6) Headphone Jack
7) Cursor ( , , , ) Buttons
Highlights selections on a menu screen and
adjusts certain settings.
PLAY Button
Starts or resumes playback of a disc.
Conrms selections on a menu screen.
STOP Button
Stops playing a disc.
PAUSE Button
Press once to pause playback. Press subsequently
to advance frame by frame on a DVD.
SEARCH Button
Press to perform fast reverse playback.
SEARCH Button
Press to perform fast forward playback.
PREV Button
Press to go back to the previous chapters / tracks.
Press and hold to skip to the previous JPG pictures
on a JPG disc.
NEXT Button
Press to advance chapters / tracks.
Press and hold to skip to the next JPG pictures on
a JPG disc.
8) Disc Door
Close tray by pushing the disc door.
9) Open Knob
Slide rightwards to open the disc door.
10) ON Indicator
11) CHARGING Indicator
Charge the rechargeable battery before using
it for the first time. The normal charging time
should be completed in approximately 4-5 hours.
The charging light will go out when the battery
becomes fully charged.
12) SETUP Button
Opens and closes the SETUP menu while in stop
mode.
Adjusts Brightness, Panel Display or Contrast of
the LCD screen while in playback mode.
AUDIO Button
Selects one of the audio sound tracks
programmed on a DVD or selects the audio
output mode on an Audio CD.
SUBTITLE Button
Selects one of the subtitle languages
programmed on a DVD.
MENU Button
Opens and closes the DVD menu.

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POWER SUPPLY
B. USING THE CAR POWER ADAPTER
The 12V car power adapter allows the unit to be used with vehicles that have a 12V, negative ground electrical
system.
A. USING THE AC POWER ADAPTER
Car Power Adapter
To Cigarette
Lighter Socket
1
Cautions:
• The AC power adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other
equipment.
• When the unit is not going to be used for long time, disconnect the AC power adapter from the
AC power outlet.
• When the AC power adapter is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected from the
main power supply, even when the power is turned o.
Warning:
The AC power adapter is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during
intended used. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the AC power
adapter should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
The supplied AC power adapter operates on AC 120V.
Cautions:
• Use the provided 12V car power adapter only. Use with other car power adapters could damage
the unit.
• The 12V car power adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other
equipment.
• In the interest of trac safety, do not operate this unit or view videos while driving a vehicle.
• Make sure the unit is securely fastened to prevent it from falling or ying through the air in the
event of an accident.
• When the inside of the cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ashes or dust, the plug section may
become hot due to poor contact. Be sure to clean the cigarette lighter socket before use.
• After use, disconnect the 12V car power adapter from both the unit and cigarette lighter socket.
WARNING:
Disconnect the car power
adapter when not in use. Not for
use in 24V vehicles.
AC Power
Adapter
To AC Power Outlet
1
To DC IN 9V - 12V Jack
2
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
To DC IN 9V - 12V Jack
2

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POWER SUPPLY
Notes:
• When the built-in battery power is low, "Battery Low" will display on the screen and the unit will stop playing.
• Recharge the built-in battery when you are ready to use it again.
• While using the built-in battery, the environmental temperature should be 41°F (5°C) to 95°F (35°C).
• To get the longest service life of the built-in battery, charge at indoor-temperature.
• The built-in battery in this device may present a risk of re or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble,
heat above 212oF (100oC), or incinerate.
• The unit should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
• When discarding the unit, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the
disposal of such products must be strictly followed.
C. USING THE BUILTIN BATTERY
The unit has a built-in, non-replaceable, rechargeable battery. Charge the built-in battery before using it for the
rst time. The normal charging time should be completed within 4-5 hours.
The green charging light will go out when the built-in battery becomes fully charged.
To Recharge the Built-in Battery
Warnings:
• The built-in battery can only be recharged when the unit is in CHARGE mode while using the AC
adapter.
• The built-in battery cannot be recharged when the unit is in power ON mode.
• Do NOT recharge the built-in battery in the vehicle using the car power adapter.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
TURNING ON THE UNIT
1. Slide the CHARGE / STANDBY / ON switch on the left side of the unit to the ON
position.
2. The DVD logo (start-up picture) will appear on the screen.
3. After use, slide the CHARGE / STANDBY / ON switch to the STANDBY (power o)
position.
1To AC power
outlet
To DC IN
9V - 12V jack
Slide the switch
to CHARGE Charging
light ON
Recharging
is completed
when charging
light goes out
AC power adapter
2
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CONNECTIONS
Watching a DVD on your TV
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Turn on the TV and follow the instructions included with it to play the DVD.
A. CONNECTING A TV
If your TV has Audio/Video inputs, you can connect the unit to your TV using a standard Audio/Video cable (not
included).
B. USING HEADPHONES
• Turn down the volume before connecting, and then
adjust the level.
• When headphones are connected, no sound will be
emitted from the unit's speaker.
To
AUDIO / VIDEO OUT Jacks
Audio / Video Cable
(not included)
Headphones
(3.5mm diameter plug)
TV
White Red Yellow
Caution:
Avoid listening to sound at levels which
may be harmful to your ears.
DOLBY DIGITAL FOR DVD
Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can
reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio.
The unit automatically recognizes the Dolby Digital bitstream and provides a downmix suitable for two-
channel listening. An additional Dolby Digital decoder is required for reproduction of the discrete multi-channel
soundtracks available on many DVDs.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
SOUND SYSTEM
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
White Red Yellow