Polaroid PDM-1040 User manual

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10” Portable DVD Player PDM-1040

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Read and keep operation manual book.
When opening the contents of this package, carefully read the manual and follow all
safety and operation instructions. Keep the manual for future reference.
Warning: This indicates that, "There is a risk of injury" or death.
Caution: This mark indicates that, "There is a risk of injury or physical damage".
Before Operation Warning
Power supply: Power supply must correspond to
the standard indicated on the cabinet. If you are not
sure of the power supply, refer to the supplier,
local power supply department or the community service.
Ventilation: Do not put this unit on a bed, sofa, clothing
or similar material. Make sure there is adequate
ventilation around the unit before operation.
Do not insert objects into player, keep away from liquids
Doing so could cause electric shock and fire caused
by short circuits. Do not place objects that hold
water on or near the player.
Do not use the product where it will get wet.
This could cause the player to ignite, cause electrical shock or malfunction
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product.
Also do not modify the power cord. Doing so could
cause fire, electrical shock or malfunctions.
Use only the accessories provided with the product
Authorized Polaroid accessories will help you enjoy your player to its fullets.
After-market products that are not specifically made for your player could cause a
malfunction.
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Caution
Install the product securely so that it will not shift out of place or fall. Loose
screws or insecure installation may cause the product to shift out of position or fall,
while a vehicle is moving, resulting in an accident and/or injury.
Region code information: DVD players and discs are coded by region. If the Region
number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the region number of this
apparatus, it cannot play the disc. The region code of this unit is 1.
When using your player in a car, do not position the player where it could
interfere with the operation of your automobile’s air bag.
The air bag may fail to operate properly or the product could become dislodged by an
air bag operation, causing an accident and/or injury.
Do not expose the product to excessive heat.
This could cause the product smoke, ignite, or cause electrical shock or other
malfunctions.
Unplug all the equipment before connecting.
Always ensure that the DVD player and any other electrical equipment that connecting
with DVD player is switched off and unplugged from the power supply.
Do not, under any circumstances, install the product in a place where the
driver's ability to drive the car or the driver's field of vision will be impaired.
Install the product in a place where it will interfere with the driver's field of vision either
in front or behind or in a place where it will interfere with the driver's ability to drive the
car. This may lead to traffic accidents and/or injury.
Follow the instructions to connect the product to other electrical equipments.
To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to follow the connection diagram. Do not
connect the power connector to the unit until all other connections are completed.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace the rechargeable lithium battery only with the same or equivalent type.
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Operating Warning
Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms.
Never operate the product during lightning storms as this could cause the product to
malfunction.
Do not operate the product if there is visible damage to the product.
If damage occurs, immediately stop using the product and contact the store from
which you purchased your product. Continuing to use the product in that condition
could cause accidents, fire or electrical shock.
The driver must not operate this product or watch the monitor.
It may distract the driver and cause an accident.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as:
damage to the power supply cord or plug, liquid spilled on the player, objects have
fallen into the player, exposure to rain or moisture, the unit does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
This product has been listed as class 1 laser product. The mark is on the rear
panel.
The apparatus shall be connected to an AC power outlet with a protective grounded
connection. Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid
direct exposure to beam. Do not open the top cover while the unit is operating. There
are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Leave all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Beware of unit falling or tipping over when moving.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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Caution
Notes on discs: Do not play the discs that damaged or
warped, including discs with cracks, scratches or parts
missing; discs with burrs; poor quality discs.
Route all cords so that they do not interfere with driving or with entering or
exiting the car. Run the cords so that they do not wrap around the steering wheel,
brake pedal, etc. or around your feet. Secure all the cords together.
Use the product at the proper volume setting.
Driving while you are unable to hear sounds around you or from outside the car can
cause accidents.
Do not touch the color TFT LCD screen by hand directly.
Do not place any heavy objects on the product.
Never put any heavy objects on the product. Doing so may cause damage to product.
Do not damage the cords.
Broken wires and short circuits can cause electrical shock or fire. Run the cords so that
they do not get tangled in the moving parts. Do not damage, tighten up, twist, or work
on the cords. Do not place the cords near heating apparatus or put heavy objects on
the cords.
Do not play discs in the wrong or damaged format.
For instance, if you add the ".cda" extension to a file that is not formatted as a CD file,
a loud noise may be heard through the speakers, possibly damaging them and hurting
your eardrums.
Do not swing the product or pull it.
This may cause an accident, injury and/or malfunction. Be particularly careful that
children follow this rule.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. DANGER: Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user service-able parts
inside the unit. Leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
This unit complies with FDA regulation for radiation control of laser products.
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Preservation and Cleaning
Warning
Do not use any volatile agents such as gasoline or
paint thinners to clean the product. Never use any
volatile materials to clean the product, because they
may damage the surface of the player. Use a soft,
dry cloth for cleaning.
Store in a proper place
Store the product in a clean, dry place, avoid direct sunlight and moisture.
Caution
Unplug the product when not used for a long period of time.
Copyright Protection
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights. Using 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.
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High-quality Audio and Video
Advanced Playing Functions
Other Special Functions
Excellent Sound: Dolby Digital delivers
great sound.
AV In: External Audio, Video input can
be connected to most external AV
sources.
AV Out: Analog Audio output and video
out
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High Resolution: MPEG-2 decoding
format achieves more than 500 lines of
horizontal resolution.
Power Adapter Switch: Automatically
adapts to voltage requirements in U.S
and other countries.
On-screen Display: Choose from
English, Spanish, French, etc.
Compatibility: Compatible with DVD,
CD and Picture CD discs, etc.
Particular Performance: Multi-speed,
fast forward, fast backward and slow
forward, slow backward.
Search by Time: Search for a certain
track of a disk by selected time.
Last Memory Playback: Memorizes
the stopped playback track and
continues playing the disk from this spot
when power is applied to the unit.
Special Functions: Supports screen
aspect ratio changing, zooming in or
out, multi-language caption, multi-angle
viewing.
Docking Jack: This unit features a docking jack on the bottom for connecting to an
optional docking station. The docking station allows you the option of connecting to
additional devices such as a VCR, camcorder, games, etc.
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Accessories List
ITEM NAME QTY
Remote Control (with battery) 1
Car Bag 1
DC Adapter (Car Adapter) 1
Rechargeable Battery Pack 1
Operation Manual 1
Power Supply Cord with AC
Adapter 1
Audio/Video Cable 1
NOTE:
Accessories and their parts numbers are subject to change without prior notice
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Contents
Carrying Case
View of Unit Bottom
Rechargeable Battery
Notes on Discs
Specifications
Troubleshooting
DVD Playback
CD Playback
Picture CD Playback
Definitions
Playback Operation
System Setup
System Connections
Power Supply Preparation
Car Bag
Safety Instructions
Features
View of Side Panels
Remote Control
Accessories
View of Front Unit
Contents
View of Unit Bottom
Revolving LCD Screen

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Front View
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1. TFT LCD
2. Speakers
Two speakers output high quality stereo sound.
3. /Button,/Button,/Button and/Button
/: direction button and button for searching disc backward.
/: direction button and button for searching disc forward
/: direction button and button for play the previous track.
/: direction button and button for play the next track.
4. ENT Button
Press to access playback or confirm your selection
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5. (Stop) Button
Press to stop playback. Then press  button to resume playback from the stopped
spot. Press this button twice to stop playback completely.
6.(PLAY/PAUSE) Button
Press once to pause the playback, and press it again to resume the playback.
7. MENU Button
Press to display or cancel the menu.
8. TITLE Button
Press to display the title menu if it exists in the disc.
9. SETUP Button
Press to enter the player’s system setup.
10. OPEN Button
Push to open the disc tray cover.
11. Remote Control Sensor
12. Power Indicator
Green when the player is on; red when the player is in standby mode
13. Charge Indicator
Red when the battery is being charged; green when fully charged.
14. Zoom Button
Press to realize various zoom effects.
15. A-B Repeat / +Button
A-B: Press to play a certain selected segment repeatedly.
+ Button: Press to adjust the level of brightness, contrast and color.
16. SLOW / - Button
SLOW: Press to activate the slow playback function.
-Button: Press to adjust the level of brightness, contrast and color.
17. MODE Button
Press to change the level of brightness, contrast and color.
Press and hold for 1 to 2 seconds to change the aspect ratio between 16:9 and 4:3.
18. AV IN/OUT
Press to switch AV in or out.
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Right Side View
1. VOLUME Control
For adjusting the sound level of speakers and headphones.
2. Headphone Jack
When headphones are plugged in, the speakers automatically turn off.
You may also use this jack to connect to an external amplifier or audio source.
3. VIDEO Input/Output Jack
For connecting to an external monitor or video source.
4. DC 9.5V IN Jack
For connecting to power supply, including the Car Adapter.
Left Side View
1. Headphone Jack
When headphones are plugged in, the speakers automatically turn off.
2. POWER ON/OFF Switch
Switch the power on or off.
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View of the Bottom
1. Docking Jack
This portable DVD player is designed with a Docking Jack on the bottom. The
Docking Jack is designed for connecting to an optional external Docking Station for
expanded functions. The Docking Station features an electrical connection interface
that enables the portable DVD to effectively serve as a desktop DVD. It is integrated
with connectors for peripheral devices to eliminate complicated connections and save
valuable space around the unit. With a Docking Station, you can enjoy the expansion
possibilities of desktop DVD with the portability of a portable DVD.
2. Rechargeable Battery Contacts
For connecting the rechargeable battery pack.
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The revolving LCD screen is one of the outstanding features about this product. We’d
like to suggest you to take the following steps for proper operation.
Pos. A
1. Open the screen cover to position (A)
as shown in left figure at which the
screen is vertical to the operation
panel.
Pos. B
2. Revolving the screen horizontally
about it’s axis in the clockwise only. The
maximum revolving degree is 180
(position C). If you want to return to
initial position (A), please revolve
screen counter clockwise until it clicks.
Pos. C
3. You can rotate the screen vertically
from position C to the operation panel
as indicated in left fig.
Pos. D
4. The final rotating position (position D)
at which the screen facing upward and
back to operation panel.
Revolving LCD
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1. PWR Button
Press to access standby mode or playback mode.
2. INFO Button
Press to display the detailed information of the disc during playing. Press this button
again to exit from the information display..
3. TITLE Button
Press to display title menu if it exists in the disc.
4. Direction Button
Press to select different options.
5. ENTER Button
Press to access playback, or confirm your selection.
6. SETUP Button
Press to enter the player’s system setup.
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7. 0-9 Number Buttons
Press to select an option in the menu.
8. PREV Button
Press to return to the previous list or the previous track or chapter. If it is a DVD disc,
it needs to press this button twice to return to the previous track.
9. NEXT Button
Press to skip to the next list, track or chapter.
10. SUBT Button
Press to select different subtitle languages if there are multiple subtitle languages
existing in the disc.
11. ANGLE Button
Press to access various camera angles if the DVD disc contains multiple camera
angles.
12. A-B Button
Press to play a section of the disc from point A to point B. Press once to select the
starting point (A), press again to select the end point (B). In A-B repeat playback,
press this button to stop the repeat.
13. ZOOM Button
Press to enter and cycle through zoom functions, use the direction buttons
() to move around the screen.
14. REP Button
Press to repeat a chapter, track, title, or the entire disc.
15. MENU Button
Display the actual DVD Disc Menu on screen in play mode.
16. PAUSE Button
Press to pause playback.
17. STOP Button
Press to stop playback. Then press the PLAY button to resume playback from the
stopped spot. Press this button twice to stop playback completely.
18. PLAY Button
Press to begin to play.
19. GOTO Button
Press to select the desired disc starting time, track or title.
20. +10 Button
Press this button and the additional number buttons to select item numbers which
are greater than 9.
21. FWD SCAN Button
Press to search forward fast.
22. REV SCAN Button
Press to search backward fast.
23. SLOW Button
Press to activate slow playback function.
24. AUDIO Button
Press to select different languages when a DVD disc which contains multiple audio
languages is played. Press to select different audio track when a CD disc is played.
Remote Control

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Installation Steps
Follow the steps below to install the battery.
Step1: Pull the battery holder out from the remote
control in the direction of the arrow.
Step 2: Load a new battery properly with
the (+) sided up.
Step3: Insert the battery holder back into
the original position.
Battery Property
Battery Type: CR2025 3V
Battery Life: Approximately 1 year under normal use (at room temperature).
Caution
1. Improper use of the battery may cause overheating, explosion or ignition, which can
result in an injury or a fire. Battery leakage may damage the remote control.
2. Do not expose the remote control unit to direct sunlight.
3. Do not recharge, disassemble, deform or heat the battery.
4. Do not put the battery in fire or water.
5. Replace an exhausted battery immediately.
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zAlways ensure that the DVD player, TV and any other electrical equipment to be
connected with are switched off and unplugged from the power supply.
zObserve color coding when connecting audio and video cables.
Connecting to TV
Audio/Video connections
Follow the drawings below to connect the DVD player to TV's Audio/Video inputs with
Audio/Video cables.
Connecting to Amplifier
Refer to your Audio equipment's manual before connection.
Follow the drawings below to connect the DVD player to AV amplifier.
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Connecting to External AV Source
The player supports an AV signal input function. Use the audio/video cable to connect the
unit to an external AV signal source such as a DVD, VCR etc. After connecting, press AV
IN/OUT button to switch to AV in.
NOTE: Noise may occur in speakers when there is an external audio signal input while
playing a DVD disc. Unplug the audio cord to clear the noise.
Connecting to Headphones
Connect headphones using the headphone jack on each side of the unit.
When headphones are connected, the speakers automatically turn off.
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Using the AC Adapter
The player is supplied with an AC adapter for powering the unit and charging the battery.
Note: Turn player's power off before unplugging.
Note: In the case of using the adapter, the LCD screen will be brighter than with the
rechargeable battery.
Using of Car Adapter
The player is supplied with a Car Adapter for powering the unit and charging the battery
while in a vehicle.
Attention
¾Do not operate the unit or view video software while driving a vehicle.
¾Place the unit in a proper position for viewing.
¾Detach the battery pack when using the AC or car adapter as power source.
¾Disconnect the player from the Car Adapter when starting the vehicle.
1. Connect AC adapter to the right side
of the DVD player in the jack marked
DC 9.5V IN, as shown on the right.
2. Plug the two-prong end of the power
cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
The power indicator will turn red.
Connect the Car Adapter Power Plug to
the unit’s power jack and plug the other
end to the vehicle’s 12V accessory/
cigarette socket, as shown on the right
figure.
Power Supply
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