Jensen VX7021 User manual

VX7021
6.2" Multimedia Receiver
DVD / NAV / SiriusXM Ready™ / Built-In Bluetooth /
iPhone® - iPod® / Pandora® / USB / AV In
Operation Manual
160
Watts Peak
40wx 4

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has
been certied by the developers to meet Apple performance standards. Apple
is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety
or regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or
iPhone may aect wireless performance.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by the Dual Electronics Corporation
is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
microSD is a trademark or registered trademark of SD-3C, LLC in the United States,
other countries or both.
Pandora is a registered trademark of Pandora Media, Inc.
Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks of Sirius XM
Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

CONTENTS
FEATURES ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS �������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
REMOTE CONTROL �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
EXTERNAL DEVICES ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12
QUICK START GUIDE ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13
EQUALIZER CONTROL MENU ��������������������������������������������������������������������������.��.16
SYSTEM SETTINGS �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18
DISC OPERATION �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������27
RADIO TUNER OPERATION ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������39
USB OPERATION ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������44
iPod®/iPhone® OPERATION ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������49
AV-In1/AV-In2 OPERATION ������������������������������������������������������������������������������..��52
BLUETOOTH OPERATION �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������53
REAR CAMERA OPERATION �����������������������������������������������������������������������.����������60
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (SWC) OPERATION �����������������������������������������.����61
PANDORA RADIO OPERATION ����������������������������������������������������������������������.������62
SiriusXM® RADIO OPERATION ���������������������������������������������������������������������.�������66
WALLPAPER...........................������������������������������������������������������������������������.��.����78
SPECIFICATIONS �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������.�������84
TROUBLESHOOTING ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������.�������79
BLUETOOTH CALL WHILE NAVIGATING .��������������������������..���������������������������������... 59
COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS�������������������������������������������������������������������.������86

FCC Statement
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
2. Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

Thank you for choosing an 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 VX7021 Multimedia
Receiver for maximum enjoyment. Please save this manual for future reference.
We recommend having your VX7021 Multimedia Receiver installed by a reputable
installation shop.
FEATURES
DVD
•Audio Equalizer
•Next Chapter and Previous Chapter
•Play/Pause
•Track Direct Entry
•Disc Menu
•Selection Repeat / Track Repeat
•Disc Audio
•Disc Language
•Picture Control
CD / MP3 / WMA
•CD-Text Compatible
•ID3 Tag Compatible
•Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)
•Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search (CD-DA Only)
•Random, Repeat and Intro
•Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track
AM-FM
•USA, China, Japan, Europe, Europe (LW) and Orient (OIRT)
•30 Station Presets (18 FM / 12 AM)
•Auto Stereo / Mono
•Local / Distance
•Auto Store (AS)
iPod®/iPhone®
•iPod®/ iPhone® via USB
•High Speed Direct Connect Interface to Access iPod® Playlists, Artists, Albums
and Songs.
•Power Management Charges iPod® while Connected

SiriusXM-Ready®
•Satellite Channel Name, Artist, Song, and Categories Displayed on Monitor
(Vehicle Tuner / Subscription Required and Sold Separately)
Chassis
•2.0 DIN (Import / ISO-DIN Mountable)
•Fixed Front Panel
•6.2” High Definition 800h x 480v WVGA TFT, LED Backlight
General
•Beep Tone Confirmation
•Built-In Bluetooth® providing Hands-Free operation for safety and convenience
and A2DP for streaming music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth®
device.
•One Composite Video Output for Additional Screens
•Front Panel 3.5mm AV Input
•Rear Chassis RCA AV Input
•Front Panel USB - Playback Music / Video Files via Portable Hard Drives / USB
Sticks, 1 Amp Charging
•10 Band EQ w/ Loudness Control
•6VRMS Front / Rear / Subwoofer RCA Line Output
•Rear Camera Input
•Rotary Encoder Audio Control
Rear Camera
•The VX7021 is “Camera Ready.” Before accessing any camera features, you must
purchase and install a rear video camera.
Navigation
•iGo Primo Next Gen w/ Text to Speech (TTS)
•US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, USVI Map Data (TomTom)
•Over 10 Million Points of Interest (POI)
•4GB microSD Card w/ Navigation Software
•Latest Map Guarantee (Must Be Redeemed within 30 Days of Initial
Activation)

WARNING
Never install this unit where operation and viewing could interfere with
safe driving conditions.
To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except when using the rear view
video camera) do not view the video display while driving the vehicle. This
is a violation of federal / state / local laws in most states.
Never disassemble or adjust the unit. No user serviceable parts inside.
To prevent injury from electric shock or fire, never expose this unit to moisture
or water.
Never use irregular sized discs.
Using an improper fuse may cause damage to the unit and result in fire.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
AV INPUT
EJECT
MENU
MUTE
OPEN
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10
9
7
8
6
5
4
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Controls and Indicators
1. Disc Slot:
Accepts DVD/CD/MP3 discs. If the unit is turned on, playback begins when a
disc is inserted.
2. LCD Screen and Touch Screen:
Touch icons on this screen to access menus or control functions.
3. Remote Sensor:
Used to receive command signals from the remote control.
4. 3�5mm AV IN Port:
This connector accepts a 3.5 mm connector through which signals from
various audio/video devices can be sent to the unit.
5. microSD Card Slot (For navigation use only):
Contains microSD card with navigation software. Do not remove SD card.
Do not delete / modify SD card folder structure.

6. USB Port:
Connect an Apple device (iPhone/iPod). For playback of audio/video files
from USB memory drives or portable hard drives. 1 Amp charging support.
7. Interface Cover:
Covers the AV IN connector, microSD card and USB slot.
8. Reset Button:
Press this button to reset the system settings (except password and parental
lock settings) and to correct a system halt or other illegal operation. Use the
tip of a pen to press the reset button.
9. Power On/Off ( ) / Rotary Control ( ) / Mute Button: Press to turn the
unit ON. Press and hold to turn the unit OFF.
Rotate the control to adjust the volume from 0 to 50.
Press the control momentarily to mute the audio. Press the control again to
restore the audio.
10. Menu Button:
Press this button to access the Main Source Menu.
11. Eject ( ) Button:
Press this button to eject a DVD/CD/MP3 disc. Disc play is stopped, the disc is
ejected and the unit will change to radio operation. If the disc is not removed
from the unit and the button is pressed again, the disc will be re-loaded. If the
disc is not removed from the disc slot within 10 seconds of being ejected, it
will be automatically reloaded to prevent it from being accidentally damaged.

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
1. SOURCE (SRC) Button: Press this button to switch between and select
available sources. (Radio/Disc/BT/USB/BT Audio/AV In 1/AV In 2/Camera)
2. EJECT Button ( ): Press this button to eject a DVD/CD/MP3 disc. Disc play is
stopped, the disc is ejected and the unit will change to radio operation. If the
disc is not removed from the unit and the button is pressed again, the disc will
be re-loaded. If the disc is not removed from the disc slot within 10 seconds of
being ejected, it will be automatically reloaded to prevent it from being
accidentally damaged.
3. AUDIO Button: Press to display and select the audio language in DVD mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the language changes.
NOTE: The languages for audio vary from disc to disc.
4. VOLUME Button (VOL + and -): Press these buttons to increase or decrease
the playback volume.
5. BAND Button: Press this button to scroll though preset stations or when in
disc mode, this button is used for Fast playback / Slow playback. Press this
button to answer an incoming BT phone call.
6. REPEAT (RPT) Button: Repeat playback.
7. MUTE Button: Press this button to turn the audio output ON and OFF.
8. POWER Button ( ): Press this button to turn the unit ON and OFF.
9. SUBTITLE Button: Press to display and select the subtitle language in DVD
mode. Each time the button is pressed, the subtitle language changes.
NOTE: The type and number of languages for subtitles vary from disc to
disc.
10. MENU Button: Press this button to access the root menu of a DVD or CD
during playback. The disc will return to normal playback and the root menu
will disappear if no selection is made within 10 seconds.
11. FAST FORWARD [ ] Button: Press this button to forward Disc play 2x, 4x, 8x
or 20x normal speed. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available
radio station by increasing tuning frequency.

12. NEXT (uul) Button: Press this button to skip to the next chapter, track or
song during playback of a disc. Press this button while in Radio mode to
search available radio station by increasing tuning frequency.
13. PLAY / PAUSE ( ) Button: Press this button to pause the playback of a
disc. Press this button again to resume normal playback.
14. PREVIOUS (ltt) Button: : Press this button to go back to the previous
chapter, track or song during playback of a disc. Press this button while in
Radio mode to search available radio station by decreasing tuning frequency.
15. FAST REVERSE [ ] Button: Press this button to reverse Disc play 2x, 4x, 8x
or 20x normal speed. Press this button while in Radio mode to search available
radio station by decreasing tuning frequency.
16. NUMBER Buttons (1-6): Press these buttons to directly access chapters and
tracks, dialing phone numbers, or entering passwords.
17. RANDOM (RDM) Button: Press this button to play tracks or chapters in
random order while playing a disc.
NOTES ON REMOTE CONTROL USAGE
• Aim the remote control at the TFT/screen.
•Remove the battery from the remote control or insert a battery insulator if
the remote control will not be used for a month or longer.
•DO NOT store the remote control in direct sunlight or in a high temperature
environment, or it may not function properly.
•The battery will last for 6 months under normal conditions. If the remote
control does not work, please change the battery.
• Use lithium battery type CR2025 (3V) only.
• DO NOT recharge, disassemble, heat or expose the battery to fire.
• Insert the battery in the proper direction according to the ( + ) and ( - ) polarity
marks.
• Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach it to avoid the risk of
a choking accident.

EXTERNAL DEVICES
Connecting External Devices to AV 1 or AV 2
External devices, which include a composite video output and left / right audio
outputs can be connected to this unit using its front 3.5mm port (AV In 1) or the
rear RCA connectors (AV In 2).
You cannot directly control external devices connected to the AV Input using the
front panel controls or this unit’s remote control.
AV In 1
AV In1 is used for playback of audio/video from an external device connected to
the unit through a 3.5mm port. The unit can increase or decrease the volume of
the connected device; all other controls are done on the connected device.
Select “AV In 1” to access the connected device.
AV In 2
AV In 2 is used for playback of audio/video from an external device connected
through RCA connectors located on the back of the unit (see the VX7021
Installation Guide). The unit can increase or decrease the volume of the
connected device; all other controls are done on the connected device. Select
“AV In 2” to access the connected device.
AV INPUT
Bluetooth
OPEN
3.5mm AV Cable (not included)
V ideo
Left Audio
Right Audio
Ground
1
2
3
4
USB Cable (not included)
Connecting External Devices

Front Panel
2. Touch the desired source icon on one of the two main menu screens.
Screen 1 of 2: Disc, Radio, USB, AV IN1, Settings, Bluetooth (BT) or Camera.
Touch Next at the bottom of the screen to access Screen 2 of 2: AV IN2,
Pandora or SiriusXM (SXM).
Source Menu Page 1 Source Menu Page 2
Main Menu Screen
QUICK START GUIDE
Turning the Unit ON or OFF
Press the front panel rotary control to turn the unit ON. Press and hold the rotary
control > 1 second to turn the unit OFF.
Selecting an Audio/Video Source, Phone, Backup
Camera or Pandora
To select a source:
1. Press the front panel MENU button or touch the SRC icon to view the Main
Source Menu
MENU
Button

System Settings Adjustment
To access and adjust system settings:
1. Touch the Settings ( ) icon on the Main Menu screen to enter the SETTINGS
MENU. Sub-menus where adjustments can be made will be highlighted.
Volume Adjustment
To increase or decrease the volume level, rotate the rotary control. The unit’s front
panel screen will display the volume level for 2 seconds. The volume level ranges
from 0 to 50.
Programmable Turn-On Volume
To set the Turn-On Volume, rotate the rotary control (Volume control) to the
desired volume level, then press and hold the rotary control while the volume bar
is shown on the screen.
Audible Beep Conrmation
An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The beep tone can be
didisabled through the Setup Menu.
Muting the Audio
Press the front panel rotary control ( ) to mute the audio from the unit. Mute
icon is displayed on the LCD screen. Press the front panel rotary control again to
restore the audio volume to its previous level. Adjusting the volume cancels the
mute function.
Equalizer Controls
Equalizer (EQ): Adjustments can be made after entering one of the audio/video
sources (Disc, Radio, USB, AV IN 1, or AV IN 2) Touch the Equalizer (EQ) icon to
view the equalizer control screen to make adjustments to the audio Balance and
Fader levels. Touch the return icon to return to the current source.

Playing a Disc
To begin playback of an Audio/Video Disc:
1. Press the front panel Power On/Off ( ) / rotary control ( ) /Mute button
to turn the unit ON.
2. Insert a disc with the label side facing up. Playback will begin automatically.
To eject a disc:
1. Press the front panel Eject ( ) button.
Resetting the System
Soft Reset - To correct a system halt or other illegal operation, use the tip of a pen
to press and release the reset button located just below the front panel interface
cover.
Reset
System Reset Button
After a system reset, the unit restores all factory default settings.
Note: If the unit is reset while a DVD is playing, the unit will return to Main Menu
once the reset is complete.
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.

EQUALIZER CONTROL MENU
Adjusting Equalizer Controls
The Equalizer adjustment screen allows the user to easily adjust the audio system
to meet the acoustical characteristics of the vehicle. The acoustical characteristics
vary depending on the type of vehicle and measurements.
The Balance/Fader levels and Loudness On/Off option of a selected audio/video
source (Disc, Radio, USB/iPod®, AV IN1, AV IN2 or SXM) is also adjusted through
the Equalizer adjustment screen.
Equalizer (EQ) (10 Band)
Equalizer Adjustment Screen
2. Select a desired frequency range to be adjusted (31.5, 62.5, 125, 250, 500, 1K,
2K, 4K, 8K or 16K).
3. Touch and move the slide bar Up / Down to adjust the amount of boost/cut
from +12/-12dB.

Reset
Touch the Reset icon to reset the 10 equalizer band frequencies to the mid point.
Loudness
Touch the Loudness icon to turn the loudness option On / Off. The loudness
option automatically alters the frequency response curve of the music to make it
more natural when played at a lower volume level.
Exiting the Equalizer
To exit the Equalizer menu touch the SRC icon to return to the current source.
Fader-Balance
Balance - Touch the FAD-BAL icon on the left side of the equalizer screen to
display the balance/fader screen.
Fade-Balance Adjustment Screen
Balance - This feature is used to balance the audio output levels between the
left and right side of the vehicle. Touch the  or  icons to change the balance
control settings -20 (Left) to +20 (Right). The setting can also be changed by
touching screen within the grid to move the sphere.
Fader - This feature is used to fade the audio output levels between the front and
rear of the vehicle. Touch the  or  icons to change the fade control settings -20
(Rear) to +20 (Front). The setting can also be changed by touching screen within
the grid to move the sphere.
Sub (Subwoofer) - This feature is used to reduce or increase the subwoofer sound
level. Touch the slide bar  or  icons to adjust the settings.
Exiting the Balance-Fader
To exit the balance-fader touch the SRC icon on the top left corner of the screen.

SYSTEM SETTINGS
To access System Settings, touch the icon on the Main Menu screen. There are
seven System Settings Sub-menus (General, Audio, Time, Language, Bluetooth,
DVD or Volume) that are used to adjust the performance of each option of the
VX7021. The Version Sub Menu is for information only. Touch a desired Sub
Menu and the Sub Menu will appear highlighted. The features available for
adjustment will appear on the screen.
System Settings Screens
Adjusting a Sub Menu Feature
1. Touch the Sub Menu feature to be adjusted.
2. Touch the por qicon to view the previous or next feature page, if
applicable. An options list appears on the right.
3. Touch the desired feature option once to make selection then touch again to
confirm the selection.
General Sub Menu Features - Radio Region/Frequency Spacing
USA - FM - 200kHz / AM - 10kHz
China - FM - 50kHz / AM - 9kHz
Japan - FM - 100kHz / AM - 9kHz
Europe - FM - 50kHz / AM - 9kHz
Europe (LW) - FM - 50kHz / AM - 9kHz / LW - 30kHz
OIRT - FM - 50kHz / AM - 9kHz / OIRT - 30kHz
Radio Lo/Dx - Touch the Distance or Local to increase or decrease radio tuning
sensitivity to receive local or distant stations.
TFT Standby - Touch OFF, 10s or 20s to set the unit’s front panel TFT LCD screen
to stay ON continuously or to turn off the screen after 10 or 20 seconds.
Display Adjust - Touch Night, Dark, Normal or Bright to set the unit’s front panel
TFT LCD screen to be adjusted for day and night conditions.

Beep - Touch On / Off to turn the confirmation beep Onor Off.
Wallpaper - Touch to select the desired wallpaper selection. Touch again to
confirm and set the wallpaper.
Calibration- The touch screen calibration adjustment is used to set the
parameters of the touch screen to ensure that when the screen is touched, it
corresponds to the feature desired.
Note: Never use a pen or sharp object to calibrate the touch screen as
this will damage the panel.
1. Touch the calibrate icon and the first screen will appear with instructions.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen touching and momentarily holding
finger or a stylus to the center of the target for 2 seconds. Repeat as the target
moves to each corner of the screen and finally to the center.
Calibration Screen
3. The second screen will appear:
Calibration Screen Confirm tion
4. If the screen is touched, the new calibration parameters will be accepted. If
the screen is not touched within thirty seconds, the new parameters will be
disregarded.

Illumination - Touch to access the Illumination color pallete. Touch a color to set
the front panel display to the selected color.
UI Color - Touch to select the user interface color. Touch again to confirm and set
the color.
Demo - Touch On / Off to turn the Demonstration Mode Onor Off. The factory
default setting is On. This mode is useful when the unit is mounted in a display
for sales opportunities.