PowerAcoustik PTID-8940NT User manual

Operating manual
7" Wide Touch Screen
In-Dash Fully Motorized TFT Monitor /DVD/AM/FM
Built-In TV Tuner

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SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ COMPLETELY AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTENTS
OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS UNIT,
AND KEEP IT CAREFULLY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This unit is a class 1 laser product. The laser beam may cause hazardous
radiation if exposure to laser system directly. Do not attempt to disassemble the
unit personally.
This unit has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper
use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this
unit protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and
servicing. This unit doesn't contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. If the
unit requires maintenance, contact an authorized service center.
Warnings
-Do not expose the product to rain, water or excessive moisture. This could cause
electrical shorts, fire or other damage.
-This product is designed to operate with a 12 volt DC, negative ground battery
system. Use the proper power supply.
-The monitor is operated automatically. Do not push in or pull out the monitor or try to
reverse the monitor manually! Do not attempt to adjust the monitor angle upward or
downward manually. It will cause damage to the Monitor Mechanism Structure.
-Do not impact the monitor with a hard object. It may cause permanent damage.
-Do ground all equipments and works in order to avoid causing damage to the unit
by electrostatic discharges.
-The user who handles this product takes all necessary precautions to avoid ESD
(Electro-Static Discharge) failures.
-Do not attempt to install or service your unit by yourself. Installation or servicing of
the unit by persons without training and experience in electronic equipment and
automotive accessories may be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of
electric shock or other hazards.

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Cautions:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, and annoying interference, use only the
recommended accessories.
While driving, keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic
conditions.
Parking in direct sunlight can produce very high temperatures inside your vehicle.
Give the interior a chance to cool down before starting playback.
Do not use any chemical solvent, cleaning agent or corrosive detergent to clean
away dirt on the surface of the TFT monitor screen. It may cause irreversible damage.
Small black and shiny dots inside the liquid crystal panel are normal for liquid
crystal product.
In extremely cold temperatures, the movement of the picture may be slow and the
picture may be dark, but this is not a malfunction. The unit will work normally once
reach its operating temperature.
Do not use and store the unit in dusty, high temperature and high humidity
environments.
Do not use the unit immediately when you bring it from cold to warm place. Fast
growing temperature, may cause moisture condensing which influence the unit for
certain time.
NOTE:
This user's manual only for reference.
Modifying rights are reserved.
Modifications are subject to change without notice.

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FEATURES
- Fully Motorized Screen Telescopes Out And Up Including Front To Back Angling
- Drop Down Detachable Front Panel For Invisible DVD Insertion Slot
- Electronic Touch Screen Functions Include DVD, Radio, USB, & MP-3/4
- Front Panel Display When The Monitor Is Closed
- Electronic Touch Screen Functions Include OSD Functions
- DVD/DVD-RW/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/MP-3/MP-4/Divx
- Menus Can Be Displayed On Screen Via OSD (Fourteen Languages)
- 30-Second Electronic Anti-shock Mechanism
- Accessory iPod Input Connection (Cable Not Included)
- USB Mini Input For Mp-3 Music, Divx, Xvid & Mp-4 Movies
- IR Repeater For External Remote Eye
- Antenna Trigger Wire
- Amplifier Trigger Wire
- Brake Screen Safety Trigger
- AM/FM With 30 Pre-sets (18/FM - 12AM)
- Auto Store Pre-set Scan
- 4-Channel High Power 50 X 4 Channels (Mosfet Power)
- Dual RCA Outputs (Front & Rear)
- Sub Woofer Selectable Frequency Outputs (80, 120, 160Hz)
- Variable Sub Woofer Volume Control
- 1-Auxiliary Video Input For Back-up Camera
- 1-A/V In For Secondary Source Input
- 1-RCA Video Output
- LO/DX And Stereo Mono Selector Switch
- Electronic (Bass, Treble, Volume, Balance, Fader)
- Pre-set EQ Functions (Rock, Pop, Classic, Jazz, User)
- Digital Clock
- DVD, PAL/NTSC Selectable
- USA/EUROPE Frequency Stepping
- Resolution: 1440 X 234
- Panel Brightness: 350 NIT
- ISO/DIN
- Full Function Remote Control
- Last Position DVD Memory
- Improved Graphic User Interface

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information………………………………………………….………………………1
Features……………………………………………………………….………………………3
Table of Contents…………………………………….…………….………………………..4
Accessories………………………………………….…….………………………………….5
Unit Installation………………………………………….….………………………………6
Unit Removal…………………………………………….…….……………………………..8
Wiring Connection…………………………………………..……………………………….9
Front Panel………………………………………………………..…..……………………12
Remote Control……………………………………………………………………………17
Basic Operation……………………………………………………………………………22
Touch Screen Operations…………………………………………………….……………24
Touch Screen Calibrate……………………………………….………………………24
Main Menu…………………………………………………….………………………25
Radio Operations…………………………………………………….……………….26
DVD Operations…………………………………………………….……………….29
USB Operations…………………………………………………….………………..31
TV Operations…………………………………………………….………………..…32
iPod Operations…………………………………………………….………………..35
AV IN Operations…………………………………………………….………………37
CDC Operations…………………………………………………….…………….…39
System Setup…………………………………………………….……………….……41
DVD Setup Menu……………………………………………………………….………..…45
Troubleshooting………………………….……………………………………….….…...51
Specifications…………………………………………………………………………….....54
Disc Notes…………………………………………………………………………………...55

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ACCESSORIES
Bolt SteelBarx1 M5X5Screwsx4
ConnecterWirex1 TrimBezelx1 RemoteControlx1
Operational Manual x 1 Mounting Sleeve x 1 Keys x 2
Boxx1 NutM5x1 AUX Cable x 1
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
10 11 12

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UNIT INSTALLATION
Please read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. Recommend
having your unit installed by a professional installation shop.
Tools and Supplies:
You will need these tools and supplies to install your unit:
- Torx type, flat-head and Philips screwdrivers
- Wire cutters and strippers
- Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver, socket wrench set or other tools)
- Electrical tape
- Crimping tool
- Volt meter/test light
- Crimp connections
- 16 gauge wire for power connections
- 8 gauge speaker wire
Warnings:
Choose the mounting location where the unit will not interfere with the safe driving
conditions.
Install the unit where it does not get in the driver's way and can not injure the
passenger if there is a sudden stop, like an emergency stop.
Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperature, such as from
direct sunlight, or from hot air, from the heater, or where it would be subject to dust,
dirt or excessive vibration.
Cautions:
Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily and make sure it is all
connected up properly, the unit and the 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.
If installation angle exceeds 30 degrees from horizontal, the unit might not give its
optimum performance.

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● Securing the Unit to the Mounting Bracket.
Installation Method
1. Install the front panel into the unit.
2. Bend the claws outward for tight fit, if necessary. Install the Mounting Box into the
dashboard, tighten the unit in place.
3. Install the Frame to the unit.

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UNIT REMOVAL
1. Detach the front panel.
2. Insert the keys that supply to the unit at both sides of the unit (shown as illustrated)
until pull the keys to make it possible to remove the unit from the dashboard.

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WIRING CONNECTION
Cautions:
-To prevent short circuits, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the
terminal of the battery.
-Make the proper input and output cable connections for each unit.
-Connect the wiring harness cables in the following order: ground wire, battery wire,
ignition wire.
-Reconnect the terminal of the battery.
-Do not connect the yellow wire of this product directly to the battery terminal.
-Do remember to connect the red wire of this product to the ACC. of the ignition key
switch. Failure to do may result in draining off the battery charge prematurely.
-If the fuse blows, first make sure that the cables have not caused a short circuit, then
replace the old fuse with new one with the same rating.
-Do not let unconnected cables or terminals touch the metal on the car or other
conductor.
-To prevent short circuits, do not remove the caps form unused terminals or from the
ends of the unconnected cables.
-After the monitor unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers, wiper, etc.
on the vehicle are working properly. If not, please make sure they are proper installed.
-Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other similar material.
Disconnecting the Battery
To prevent a short circuit, be sure to turn off the ignition and remove the negative (-)
battery cable prior to installation.
Reconnecting the Battery
When wiring is complete, reconnect the battery negative terminal.
Warning:
Be sure to use the correct type and amperage Fuse to avoid damaging the unit.
Fuse of the Battery wire in Main Unit: 1 amp;
Fuse of the ACC wire in Main Unit: 1 amp;