Planet Audio P590V User manual

CONTENTS LIST
PAGE CONTENTS
1
2 SAFETY INFORMATION
3 DISC AND FORMAT SUPPORTS
4 ACCESSORY INCLUDED
5 INSTALLATION
7 DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL
8 WIRING DIAGRAM-AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS
9 WIRING DIAGRAM-POWER/SPEAKERS
10 PANEL OPEN/CLOSE OPERATION
11 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTION
12 REMOTE FUNCTION
14 BASIC OPERATIONS
18 DUAL ZONE OPERATION
19 AUDIO OPERATION
21 TUNER OPERATION
22 RDS OPERATION
23 iPod OPERATION
24 CD OPERATION
27 MP3/WMA OPERATION
30 JPEG CD OPERATION
31 DVD OPERATION
38 MEMORY CARD OPERATION
39 DivX OPERATION
41 SYSTEM SET UP MENU
47 SPECIFICATION
48 TROUBLE SHOOTING

Caution:
In some countries, it's unlawful to operate a vehicle while video is displayed in the driver's viewing
area. Pls always switch the unit's display to "Font Type Display" mode by pressing the DISP/MENU
button while driving.
For safety reason, the driver should only enjoy / watch the video while the car is in parking mode.
When Driving
Keep the volume level Iow enough to be aware of the road and traffic conditions.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION:
THIS MOBILE DVD PLAYER IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE
LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION IF EXPOSED DIRECTLY . BE
SURE TO OPERATE THE MOBILE DVD PLAYER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OR PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY YOURSELF PLEASE REFER SERVICING TO A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
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.
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When Car Washing
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 follow this may cause
malfunction or permanent damage due to the precise mechanism of this unit.

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2. DISC AND FORMAT SUPPORTS
Do not bend
Before playing, wipe the disc using a clean cloth, working from the center hole towards the
outside edge.
Never use benzene, thinners, cleaning fluids
or anti-static liquids or any other solvent.
Label side
Up
Note: A disc may become somewhat scratched (although not enough to make it unusable) depending on you
handle it and conditions in the usage environment. Note these scratches are not an indication of any problem
with the player.
8 cm disc
CD ROM
CDV, CDI, CDG,
LD
DVD ROM
DVD RAM
DVD players and DVD Video discs have their
own Region Code numbers. This unit can
play the disc of all region code numbers.
ALL
A. DISCS CAN PLAY WITH THIS UNIT
C. DISCS WHICH CAN NOT BE PLAYED D. NOTE ON REGION CODE
E. DISC MAINTENANCE
B. FORMAT CAN PLAY WITH THIS UNIT
Wipe the disc surface
from the
center to the edge.
Never touch
the under side
of a disc
Digital Versatile Discs (DVDs)
Video CDs (VCDs)
HDCD
Digital Versatile Discs Recordable(DVD+/-R)
Digital Versatile Discs Rewritable(DVD+/-RW)
Compact Discs (CDs)
CD Recordable (CD-R)
CD Rewritable (CD-RW)
AUDIO FORMAT
Playback CD-DA and MP3 or WMA digital music file on CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Note of MP3 and WMA:
Supported Sampling frequencies; 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz.
Supported Bit-Rates: 32-256 kbps variable bit rate
VIDEO FORMAT
Playback IMAGE JPEG, DVD Video, M 4, and, Xvid. on CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Noted of
Supported decoding MPEG-4 video defined by ISO 14496-2 Standard
a. Simple Profile (SP) and
b. Advance Simple Profile (ASP)
Supported file format: .mp4 and .m4a (audio only)
Noted of
Supported Home Theatre Profile
Supported version: 3.11, 4.12 and 5.x
P DivX
MP4
DivX
DivX
DivX

3. ACCESSORY INCLUDED
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When first unpacking your new full detachable DVD head unit, please check first that the package
contains all of the items below. If something is missing, contact the store where you purchased the
player.
Remote control
Lithium Battery
3V
+
2
2
0
R
5
C
Audio/Video cable
Half Sheeve
Insert Key
1. Dashboard
2. Nut (5mm)
3. Spring washer
4. Screw (4X12mm)
5. Screw
6. Support Strap
7. Plain washer
1
7
4
23
5
6
Owner’s
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Owner’s Manual
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Warranty Card

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Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure it is all connected
up properly and the unit and 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 heater, or where it would be subject to dust dirt or excessive
vibration.
Be sure to remove the front panel before installing the unit.
DIN FRONT/REAR-MOUNT
This unit can be property 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 A and B.
DIN FRONT-MOUNT (Method A)
Installation the unit
30°
1
7
4
23
5
6
1. Dashboard
2. Holder
After inserting the half sleeve into the
dashboard, select the appropriate tab
according to the thickness of the
dashboard material and bend them
inwards to secure the holder in place.
3. Screw
1. Dashboard
2. Nut (5mm)
3. Spring washer
4. Screw (4X12mm)
5. Screw
6. Support Strap
Be sure to use the support strap to secure
the back of the unit in place. The strap can
be bent by hand to the desired angle.
7. Plain washer
182
53
12
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4. INSTALLATION

DIN REAR-MOUNT (METHOD B)
Installation using the screw holes on the sides of the unit.
Fastening the unit to the factory radio mounting bracket.
1. Select a position where the screw holes
of the bracket and the screw holes of the
main unit become aligned (are fitted) and
tighten the screws at 2 places on each
side.
2. Screw
3. Factory radio mounting bracket.
4. Dashboard or Console
5. Hook (Remove this part)
Note: the mounting box, outer trim ring,
and half-sleeve are not used for method B
installation.
a. Frame
b. Insert fingers into the groove in the front
of frame and pull out to remove the
frame. (When re-attaching the frame,
point the side with a groove down wards
and attach it.)
c. Insert the levers supplied with the unit into
the grooves at both sides of the unit as
shown in figure until they click. Pulling
the levers makes it possible to remove
the unit from the dashboard.
Trim Plate Installation:
Push the trim plate against the chassis until it is fitted.
You must do this before you install the front panel, otherwise it can't be attached.
Removing the unit
a
b
c
6
5
2
4
3
2
5

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5. DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL (D.C.P.)
Removing The Detachable Control Panel (D.C.P.).
CAUTION
DO NOT insert the D.C.P from the left side. Doing so may damage it.
The D.C.P can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, place it in a protective case and be careful not to
drop it or subject it to strong shocks.
When the release button is pressed and the D.C.P is unlocked, the car's vibrations may cause it to fall. To prevent
damage to the D.C.P, always store it in a protective case after detaching it.
The rear connector that connects the main unit and the D.C.P is an extremely important part. Be careful not to
damage it by pressing on it with fingernails, pens, screwdrivers, etc.
Note:
If the D.C.P is dirty, wipe off the dirt with soft, dry
cloth only. And use a cotton swab soaked in
isopropyl alcohol to clean the socket on the back
of the D.C.P.
1. Turn the Power off.
2. Press the Panel Release Button.
3. Remove the D.C.P.
Attaching the Detachable Control panel (D.C.P.)
1. Insert the right side of the D.C.P. Into the
main unit.
NOTE: The D.C.P. Must be attached into the
T-Joint.
2. Press the D.C.P. On to the left side of
middle of D.C.P. Until a “click” sound is
heard.
2.
1.
RELEASE
BUTTON
D.C.P.
HPUS
Socket

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6. WIRING DIAGRAM-AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS
HEAD PHONE
SUB
WOOFER
SUB-W OUT
SUB-WOOFER OUTPUT
2nd AUDIO OUTPUT
BLUE
2nd AUDIO OUT
ORANGE
VIDEO IN
YELLOW
AUDIO IN R
AUDIO INPUT (RIGHT)
AUDIO IN L
AUDIO INPUT (LEFT)
VIDEO OUT (1)
VIDEO (1) OUTPUT
VIDEO OUT (2)
VIDEO (2) OUTPUT
RED
WHITE
YELLOW
YELLOW
VCR or DVD
or
GAME CONSOLE
FUSE
CAMERA/VIDEO INPUT

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7. WIRING DIAGRAM - POWER / SPEAKERS (ISO)
AMP
FUSE
L-CHL-CHR-CH R-CH
CONSTANT 12 VOLTS (+)
POWER ANTENNA
IGNITION(ACC)
GROUND
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER ( )
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER ( )
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER ( )
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
LEFT REAR SPEAKER ( )
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Figure 1Pin View
20 PIN HARNESS PIN CHART
PIN WIRE COLOR FUNCTION / LABEL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
GREY / BLACK
GREY
VIOLET
VIOLET/BLACK
ORANGE
GREEN
GREEN / BLACK
RED
BLACK
RED
WHITE
WHITE / BLACK
BLUE/WHITE
BLUE
YELLOW
BLACK
WHITE
RED
BLACK
WHITE
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER ( )
LEFT REAR SPEAKER (+)
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
POWER AMPLIFIER REMOTE (+)
CHASSIS GROUND
LEFT FRONT PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT
LEFT REAR PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT
LEFT FRONT SPEAKER ( )
POWER ANTENNA
CONSTANT 12 VOLTS (+)
RIGHT FRONT PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT
FRONT PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT COMMON
RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER (+)
RIGHT REAR SPEAKER ( )
LEFT REAR SPEAKER ( )
IGNITION (ACC)
REAR PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT COMMON
RIGHT REAR PRE-AMPLIFIER LINE OUT
ISO CONNECTOR WIRING CHART
PIN WIRE COLOR FUNCTION / LABEL
A4
A5
A7
A8
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
YELLOW
BLUE
RED
BLACK
VIOLET
VIOLET / BLACK
GREY
GREY / BLACK
WHITE
WHITE / BLACK
GREEN
GREEN / BLACK
ISO CONNECTOR 4 PIN + 8 PIN
FEMALE WITH MALE TERMINAL
B8
20-PIN
AUDIO/POWER
HARNESS
(See Figure 1 )
ISO
CONNECTOR
(See Figure 2)
GREY
FRONT
CHANNEL
REAR
CHANNEL
BLACK
Connect to power amplifier, If not used,
Tape bare end of wire.
POWER
AMPLIFIER
REMOTE
RCA-TO-RCA
CABLES
(Not supplied)
WHITE
RED
WHITE
RED
4
2
6
8
1
3
5
7
CONNECTOR B CONNECTOR A
4
2
6
8
1
3
5
7
Figure 2
20 PIN AUDIO / POWER HARNESS
ANTENNA
JACK
ANTENNA
EXTENDER
CABLE
(Not supplied)
BLUE/WHITE
STRIPE
REVERSE OVERRIDE WIRE (+)
PINK
ORANGE
P
R
N
D
2
L
Gearbox
Switch
Reverse gear signal
Connect to Back Lamp Lead +
REVERSE(+)
OVERRIDE
WIRE