Jensen VM9224 User manual

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CONTENTS
Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s
manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to
use all the features of your new Jensen VM9224 Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum
enjoyment.
Features ................................................................................................................................ 1
Controls and Indicators ......................................................................................................... 4
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................... 7
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................... 11
Tuner Operation .................................................................................................................. 17
DVD/VCD Video Operation................................................................................................. 20
DVD/CD Audio Operation ................................................................................................... 27
MP3/WMA Operation .......................................................................................................... 30
iPod Operation .................................................................................................................... 35
Bluetooth Operation ............................................................................................................ 39
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 46
Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 50
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FEATURES
Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9224 Mobile Multimedia
Receiver.
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation.
We recommend having your Jensen VM9224 installed by a reputable
installation shop.
DVD
• Aspect Ratio - Full and Normal
• Fast Forward - 2X, 4X, 8X and 20X
• Slow Motion - 2X, 4X, 8X and 20X
• Play, Pause, Stop, Next Chapter and Previous Chapter
CD / MP3 / WMA
• CD-Text Compatible
• ID3 Tag Compatible
• Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)
• Burn up to 1500 MP3 and WMA Files onto a DVD+R / RW
• Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search (CD-DA Only)
• Random, Repeat and Intro
• Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track
AM-FM
• USA / Europe / Latin America / Asia Frequency Spacing
• 30 Station Presets (18 FM / 12 AM)
• Auto Stereo / Mono
• Local / Distance
• Auto Store / Preview Scan
iPod
• iPod via USB
• High Speed Direct Connect Interface to Access iPod Playlists, Artists,
Albums and Songs. Play music and view video/photo* files from your iPod.
*Video/photo playback requires jLink-USB iPod interface cable (sold
separately).
• Power Management Charges iPod while Connected
Chassis
• 2.0 DIN (Import / ISO-DIN Mountable)
• Fixed Front Panel
• 6.2" High Definition TFT LCD
• 1,152,000 Sub Pixels (800x3 X 480)
• Beep Tone Confirmation (ON-OFF Option)
• Heat Management System - Forced Air-Cooling To Keep The Chip-Sets
Operating at Nominal Temperatures
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General
• Navigation Ready (NAV102)
• Bluetooth Ready (with purchase of BTM10) providing hands-free profile for
safety / convenience and A2DP profile for streaming music from a PDA /
PMP
• One Composite Video Output for Additional Screens
• Front Panel Audio/Video Input
• Three-Band Tone control (Bass, Mid and Treble) with Eight Preset EQ
Curves
• Front Panel A/V Aux Input for Portable Media Devices
• Front, Rear and Subwoofer Line Output
• Programmable Volume Control
• Rear Camera Input (Normal and Mirror Image View)
• Touch Screen Calibration Mode
• 2VRMS Line Output - All Channels
• Rotary Encoder Audio Control
• SWC Interface – Compatible with PAC adapter SWI-PS Steering Wheel
Control Interface, sold separately
Optional Equipment
•NAV102
The VM9224 is "navigation ready." Before accessing any navigation
features, you must purchase and install the navigation module (NAV102).
All installation and operating instructions will be included with the
navigation module.
Once the navigation module is connected and operating properly, the NAV
source mode will become active. While the navigation module is not
installed, the NAV option appears gray, indicating the function is not
available.
•BTM10
Before you can connect to a Bluetooth enabled device, you must purchase
and install the Jensen BTM10.
•Bluetooth Phone
See “Bluetooth Operation” on page 47.
•Rear Camera
The VM9224 is "camera ready." Before accessing any camera features,
you must purchase and install a rear video camera. Once the rear camera
is connected and operating properly, the CAMERA source mode will
become active. While the camera is not installed, the CAMERA option
appears gray, indicating the function is not available.
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WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and viewing could
interfere with safe driving conditions.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except when using for
rear view video camera) never use the video display function while
driving the vehicle. This is a violation of federal law.
WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit.
WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or fire, never expose this unit to
moisture or water.
WARNING! Never use irregular discs.
WARNING! To prevent damage to the mechanism inside this unit, avoid
impact to the TFT monitor.
WARNING! The monitor employs an automatic motorized mechanism. To
prevent damage to the core mechanism, please do not push, pull or
swivel the monitor manually.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. Disc Slot
2. This is where the IR window was on older version of Radio.
3. EJECT
Press to eject a disc.
Press and hold to reset core mechanism position.
4. SRC
Press to turn the unit on. Press and hold to turn the unit off.
When on, press once to select playing mode.
5. NAV
Press to display the navigation user interface.
6. TFT Display
7. Rotary Encoder
Rotate to adjust the volume. While in the audio menu, press and release to
enter and/or confirm audio settings.
Press to activate the MUTE function and silence the receiver. Press again to
resume sound.
Press and hold to activate the Local (LOC) setting. Press and hold again to
turn Local reception off.
8. USB/SD Interface Connector
Connect a USB device or insert an SD card for playback of music/video files.
9. A/V Input
Attach a compatible A/V device.
10. RESET
Press to reset system settings to factory default (except the password and
parental lock setting).
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EJECT
1
3
4
5
7
10
9
8
2
6
MUTE
OPEN
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Image/Display Settings
Video Output Modes
Table 2 shows the video output mode for each playing source.
*CVBS – Composite Video Baseband Signal
Picture Adjustment
To adjust monitor display settings, perform the floowing steps:
1. Long-press the NAV button on the front panel repeatedly to move from
the “BRIGHT” setting to “CONTRAST”.
2. Turn the rotary encoder to adjust the setting level.
3. Long-press the NAV button on the front panel 1-3 times to exit the
picture adjustment menu.
Table 2: Video Output Modes
Playing Source Video Output Modes
AM/FM TUNER RGB Mode
DVD RGB Mode
AUX IN CVBS Mode
Parking Brake Inhibit
When the pink "Parking" wire is connected to the vehicle Parking Brake circuit,
the front TFT monitor will display video when the Parking Brake is engaged.
(When the pink wire is grounded via the Parking Brake circuit, video will be
displayed.)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Power On / Off
Press the /SRC button (4) on the unit to turn the unit on.
The buttons on the front of the unit light up and the current mode status
appears in the LCD (7).
Press and hold the button to power off the unit.
Audible Beep Confirmation
An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The Beep tone can be
disabled through the Setup menu.
Mute/Line Mute
Press the rotary encoder button (7) on the front panel to mute the volume
from the unit. Press the rotary encoder button again to restore the volume.
“MUTE” is displayed on the LCD. Adjusting the volume or using any of
the audio setup features cancels the mute function.
If the “MUTE” wire is connected, audio output mutes when a telephone call is
received by the car phone (using optional BTM10) or when verbal navigation is
performed (using optional NAV102).
Playing Source Selection
When the monitor is closed, press the SRC button on the front panel (4)
to change between available audio playing sources in the
following order: RADIO, DISC, USB1, USB2, SD, BT, NAV, AUX and
CAMERA.
Source Menu
You can also use the touch screen to change the source through the SOURCE
MENU. To access the SOURCE MENU, touch the top left corner of the screen
or press the SRC button on the front panel (4) .
SOURCE MENU
RADIO
RADIO
BT
DISC
NAV
USB1
AUX
USB2 SD
CAMERA
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Touch the RADIO, DISC, USB1, USB2, SD, BT, NAV, AUX or CAMERA button
to select the corresponding source.
NOTE: If an iPod is attached to a USB1 port, “IPOD” appears instead of
the text “USB1.”
External Devices
External peripheral devices, including a game console, camcorder, navigation
unit, iPod, Zune, etc. can be connected to this unit via RCA output using an
A/V Media Adapter Cable (not included).
Connect the external device to the A/V Media Adapter Cable and then plug the
cable into the A/V INPUT connector (9) on the front of the radio. Select “AUX”
or “AUX IN” (when monitor is closed) mode to access auxiliary devices. You
cannot directly control external devices connected to the A/V INPUT. For
information regarding the use of USB devices, see “Inserting a USB Device or
SD Card” on page 39.
Volume Adjustment
Volume Increase/Decrease
To increase or decrease the volume level, turn the rotary encoder (7) on the
front panel . When the volume level reaches
“0” or “40”, a beep sounds, indicating that the adjustment limit has been
reached. The TFT screen displays the volume level for 3 seconds.
Programmable Turn-On Volume
This feature allows the user to select a turn-on volume setting regardless of
the volume setting prior to turning the unit off.
To program a specific turn-on volume level, turn the rotary encoder (7) to
adjust the volume to the desired turn-on volume. Push and hold the rotary
MUTE
3.5mm A/V Cable (not included)
V ideo
Left Audio
Right Audio
Ground
1
2
3
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encoder while the speaker icon and level indication is displayed on the screen.
The unit will beep to confirm your turn-on volume setting.
Audio Control Menu
The Audio Control feature allows you to easily adjust your audio system to
meet the acoustical characteristics of your vehicle, which vary depending on
the type of vehicle and its measurements. Proper setting of the Fader and
Balance boosts the effects of the cabin equalizer.
Touch the EQ button on the left side of the screen to display the audio menu.
• Use the touch screen +/-buttons to adjust the settings for an audio
feature.
NOTE: The EQ mode will automatically change to “USER” when
individual audio functions are adjusted.
Table 3: Audio Adjustments
Audio Function Adjustable Range
EQ User
Acoustic
Urban
Rave
Latin
Dance
Hip Hop
Rock
BASS -14 to +14
MID -14 to +14
TREBLE -14 to +14
SUB -14 to 0
FAD Grid
BAL Grid
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The Audio menu will automatically exit after a few seconds of inactivity. To exit
quickly, touch the top left corner of the screen.
System Reset
To correct a system halt or other illegal operation, use the
tip of a pen to press the reset button (10) located on the
front bottom-right corner of the unit. After a system reset,
the unit restores all factory default settings.
NOTE: If the unit is reset while a DVD is playing, the DVD resumes play
once the reset is complete.
Steering Wheel Control (SWC)
The VM9224 is compatible with the PAC (Pacific Accessory Corporation)
steering wheel control adapter SWI-PS. A 3.5mm female connector (labeled
“SWC Interface”) on the back of the head unit allows connectivity to the PAC
adapter. Please refer to the instructions included with the PAC adapter for
detailed installation information.
SWC Functions
The following controls are available for most vehicles:
1. Vol Down
2. Vol Up
3. Mute
4. Seek Down / Previous Track / ** Preset Down
5. Seek Up / Next Track / ** Preset Up
6. SRC (Source)
7. ** Select
8. ** Select
9. Band
** If additional steering wheel control buttons are available on the vehicle,
function 7 / 8 may be assigned the "Select" feature. This feature / function may
not be available on some vehicles.
Select Operation
If "Select" (function 7 or 8) is held down and function 4 is pressed momentarily,
Preset Up will be selected. If "Select" (function 7 or 8) is held down and
function 5 is pressed momentarily, Preset Down will be selected.
[RESET] Button
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SETUP MENU
To access system settings, touch the button on the screen to enter the
“SETUP” menu.
The “GENERAL” sub-menu appears highlighted in blue.
Accessing Menu Items
Touch the sub-menu name, touch the <<, >>, |<<, or >>| direction on the
screen to select a sub-menu (Language, Audio, RDS, etc.).
The features available for adjustment under the highlighted sub-menu option
will appear in the center of the screen.
Adjusting a Feature
1. Use the touchscreen to select the feature to be adjusted.
2. Enter the option field for the feature you want to adjust by using the
touchscreen . A submenu appears in a second row with the selected
option highlighted in blue.
Rating
Bluetooth
Hardware
P.VOL
TS Cal
General Language Audio Back
DEMO
Clock Mode 12Hr
Clock 04 : 31 AM
Tuner Region USA
Beep On
SETUP MENU
RADIO
RDS
05:33 AM
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3. Select a new value by using the touchscreen .
4. Use the touchscreen to confirm setup.
General Sub-menu Features
Setting Options Function
Clock Mode 12Hr Clock displays 12 hour time using AM and PM.
24Hr Clock displays 24 hour time up to 23:59.
Clock (HH:MM) Clock appears in the top right corner of the screen and
on the LCD screen during certain operations. NOTE:
The AM/PM indication will change as you continue to
adjust the hour past 12.
Tuner Region USA • AM Frequency Spacing - 10kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 530kHz~1720kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 200kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~107.9MHz
S.Amer1 • AM Frequency Spacing - 10kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 530kHz~1720kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 100kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~108.0MHz
Arabia • AM Frequency Spacing - 9kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 531kHz~1620kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 100kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~108.0MHz
China • AM Frequency Spacing - 9kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 522kHz~1620kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 100kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~108.0MHz
S. Amer2 • AM Frequency Spacing - 5kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 520kHz~1600kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 100kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~108.0MHz
Europe • AM Frequency Spacing - 9kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 522kHz~1620kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 50kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 87.5MHz~108.0MHz
Korea • AM Frequency Spacing - 9kHz
• AM Frequency Band - 531kHz~1602kHz
• FM Frequency Spacing - 200kHz
• FM Frequency Band - 88.1MHz~107.9MHz
Beep Off No beep sounds
On When turned on, an audible beep tone confirms each
function selection.
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Language Sub-menu Features
If a DVD supports more than 1 Subtitle or Audio language, all the languages
are available for selection during playback. If the selected language is not
supported by the DVD, then the default language is used.
Audio Sub-menu Features
RDS Sub-menu Features
Setting Options Function
Language English On Screen Display appears in English.
Subtitle English DVD subtitles automatically appear in English when avail-
able.
Auto DVD subtitles appear according to the default subtitle lan-
guage specified on the disc.
Off DVD subtitles do not appear automatically.
Audio English DVD Audio is heard in English when the option is available.
DVD
Menu
English DVD menu (if applicable) is displayed in English.
Setting Options Function
DRC Off Employ the Dynamic Range Control for better playback for
low volumes.
On
Loudness Off Turn bass boost on/off
On
Sub-
woofer
Off Turn the subwoofer on/off.
On
Sub Filter 80Hz Selecting a crossover frequency sets a cut-off frequency of
the subwoofer's LPF (low-pass filter).
120Hz
160Hz
Setting Options Function
RDS Off
On
CT Off
On
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Bluetooth Sub-menu Features
Rating Sub-menu Features
The DVD system has a built-in parental lock feature to prevent unauthorized
persons from viewing restricted disc content. By default, the rating system is
unlocked. Once setup, the parental lock is released only by entering the
correct password. Once the password is entered, rating is available for setup.
To reset the password, access the “RATING” menu and enter the current
password. Once the correct password is entered, you can access the
“Password” field and enter a new one.
Setting Options Function
Bluetooth Off Disable Bluetooth function.
On Enable Bluetooth function.
Connect Manual Connect the last active mobile phone by touching the CON-
NECT icon when disconnected.
Auto Automatically connect when your paired phone is in range.
Auto
Answer
Manual Manually answer calls by touching the “call” button.
Auto The unit automatically answers all incoming calls.
Pairing
Code
The default code is “1234”. Touch the keypad icon to open
the keypad and enter the pairing code or pass key required
for Bluetooth connection to your mobile phone. Not all
phones/devices require a pairing code. The default code is
“0000” for many models.
Setting Options Function
Set
Password
_ _ _ _ Enter a 4-digit password to activate the “Rating” feature.
Parental
Ctrl
1. Kid
Safe
Select the appropriate rating level for the intended audience.
You may override higher ratings by using your password.
2. G
3. PG
4. PG-13
5. PG-R
6. R
7. NC-17
8. Adult
Load
Factory
Reset Select “Reset” to restore the factory default settings for the
Rating system only.
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NOTE: Record the password and keep it in a safe place for future
reference. The rating for each disc is marked on the disc, disc packing,
or documentation. If the rating is not available on the disc, the parental
lock feature is unavailable. Some discs restrict only portions of the disc
and the appropriate content will play. For details, please refer to the disc
description.
Hardware Sub-menu Features
If the monitor is in display mode, the monitor automatically switches to
CAMERA mode upon reverse driving. When the reverse driving stops, the
monitor return to its original input mode.
Setting Options Function
Camera In Normal
Mirror Reverse the camera image as if looking through a rear-view
mirror.
Video
Input
(Input cir-
cuitry
autode-
tects the
video sig-
nal from
the Aux In
source).
NTSC The color signals are output in the standard NTSC format.
PAL The color signals are output in the standard PAL format.
Auto The color signal output is switched automatically based on
the current video input signal - NTSC or PAL.
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P.VOL Sub-menu Features
TS Cal (Screen Calibration)
To access the “Screen Calibration” function from the SETUP menu, select the
“TS CAL” option.
After entering calibration mode, a crosshair appears in a corner quadrant of
the screen. To begin calibration, press and hold the crosshair for one second
until it moves to the next quadrant. Continue for each quadrant until the
calibration is completed.
Demo Sub-Menu Features
You can stop/run demonstration mode or turn Demo Auto Run on/off by
chooing the “Demo” option from the SETUP MENU.
When Demo "Auto Run" is Off, you can select "Demo > Run" to start Demo
Mode. Demo scrolls through the various source screens, simulating activity on
the display. “Demo” is discreetly displayed in blue text (below the clock), to
indicate the unit is in Demo Mode. To stop Demo Mode, press the upper-left
quadrant of the TFT (Source select).
When Demo “Auto Run” is On, the unit will automatically display Demo Mode
when powered on.
Exiting the System Setup Menu
To exit setup mode and resume normal playback, touch the BACK button on
the screen.
Setting Options Function
Source RADIO Choose a source for which you would like to increase the rel-
ative volume (LEVEL).
DISC
USB1
USB2
SD
BT
NAV
AUX
CAMERA
Level 0-6 Increase relative volume for specified source up to 6 deci-
bels.
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TUNER OPERATION
Tuner TFT Display
1. Current radio band indicator
2. Radio frequency indicator
3. Clock
4. Stereo broadcasting indicator
5. Strong Local signal broadcasting indicator
6. Preset radio stations: Touch to recall preset stations
7. Information about the current function
8. EQ: Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings
9. : Touch to access the direct entry screen
10. Current preset station indicator
11. |<<: Touch to seek backward
12. >>|: Touch to seek forward
13. <<: Touch to tune backward one step
14. >>: Touch to tune forward one step
15. BAND: Touch to change between AM/FM bands
4
110
21
22
5
7
83
6
17
FM-1 P1 87.5 MHz
01:02 PM
E
Q
PS
PTY
BAND
AS
1/2
2/2
MEM
LOC
P1 87.5 MHz
P2 90.1 MHz
P3 98.1 MHz
P4 106.1MHz
P5 107.9MHz
P6 102.9MHz
PS:
ST LOC PTY RDS
2
16
16
15
23
11 18
25
20
24
12
13
14
19
9
RADIO
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16. 1/2: Touch to view a second screen of menu choices
17. : Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new playback source
18. MEM: View screen used to enter current channel into preset memory
19. : Touch to view the SETUP menu
20. PS (Preview Scan): Touch to scan all stations available, stopping for 5
seconds at each and continuing until a station is selected
21. PTY Indicator
22. RDS Indicator
23. AS: Touch to automatically store stations
24. PTY: Touch to activate the PTY function
25. LOC: Press to activate/deactivate the Local function
Switching to Radio Tuner Source
• Touch the top left corner of the screen (the RADIO circle) to view the
SOURCE MENU. Touch “Radio”.
• Press the SRC button (4) on the front panel to switch to the AM/FM
or RADIO source.
Selecting FM/AM Band
Touch the BAND button (15) on the screen to change between the
following bands: FM1, FM2,
FM3, AM1, and AM2.
NOTE: The BAND button on the unit only works when the TFT is closed.
Seek Tuning
To seek the next higher station:
• Touch the >>| button on screen.
To seek the next lower station:
• Touch the |<< button on screen.
Manual Tuning
To increase or decrease the tuning frequency one step:
• Touch the >> or << buttons on screen.
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