RCA Portable DVD Player Mobile DVD Player User Guide

Mobile DVD Player  
User's Guide  
Changing Entertainment. Again.  
 
Important Information  
FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B 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 off 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.  
Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Industry Canada Statement: This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference--  
Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Parts Packed With This Product  
AC Power Cord- Part number 256516  
DC Power Cord- Part number 221328  
Remote Control- Part number 257191  
If you are missing or have lost any of these parts please call 1-800-338-0376.  
Important Information  
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Important Information  
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:  
WHEN YOU SECURE THE PLAYER IN THE CAR YOU MUST STRAP IN THE PLAYER WITH THE LAP  
BELT IN THE REAR SEAT. DO NOT USE EITHER SIDE SEAT BELT TO SECURE THE PLAYER. MAKE  
SURE THE BELT IS AS TIGHT AS POSSIBLE, AS THE PLAYER COULD MOVE IF THE CAR MAKES  
ABRUPT STOPS AND/OR STARTS. YOU COULD ENDANGER THE LIVES OF OTHER PASSENGERS IF  
THE PLAYER IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED.  
Things to Consider Before You Connect  
Before looking at the specifics of the mobile DVD player, please take a moment to review the following  
precautions:  
When in a car, the mobile DVD player must be powered from the DC POWER (CAR) jack on the back  
panel. The mobile DVD player’s power should only be turned on when the car’s ignition is turned on.  
Note: To prevent the car’s battery from discharging, disconnect the DC power cord from the cigarette lighter  
socket when not in use.  
Use only the approved power cord supplied with your mobile DVD player. Always disconnect the  
power cord from the lighter socket or wall outlet before disconnecting it from the player.  
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Installing the Player in the Car  
1. Rest the player in the center of the rear seat.  
2. Insert the center seats (lap) safety belt through the players retainer holes.  
Important Note: Secure the player with the lap seat belt as tight as possible so that the player does not  
move around.  
3. Fasten seat belt strap by inserting and passing it through the players two slot openings.  
4. Plug the DC power cable into the DC POWER (CAR) jack on the back of the player. Attach the  
other end of the cable to the cars cigarette lighter socket.  
Note: Make sure the cars ignition is on before plugging the DC power cord into the cigarette lighter  
socket.  
5. Adjust the LCD screen for desired viewing.  
6. If desired, connect headphones to either of the two headphone jacks on the back of the player.  
Notes: When the player is not in use, the LCD screen should be closed firmly.  
Do not place objects in the front storage compartment other than the supplied AC power cord or DC  
power cord.  
Using the Player in a Hotel, Office or Home  
1. Place the bottom of the player carefully on a table or other resting surface.  
2. Plug the AC power cable into the AC POWER (HOME) jack on the back of the player. Attach  
the other end of the power cord to a standard wall outlet. Make sure to insert the blades of the  
power cord fully into the wall outlet.  
3. Adjust the LCD screen for desired viewing.  
4. If desired, connect headphones to either of the two headphone jacks on the back of the player.  
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OUTPUT  
INPUT  
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EXTERNAL PANEL EJECT DC POWER (CAR) AC POW(HOME)  
PHONES  
TV (back panel)  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
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CABLE/  
ANTENNA  
Connect to a TV  
1. Connect audio cables (white and red) to the Audio Input Jacks on the back of the TV  
(sometimes labeled AUDIO L/MONO and R) and to the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks (L AUDIO R) on  
the DVD player.  
2. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the Video Input Jack on the back of the TV and to the  
VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the DVD player.  
3. Connect the AC power cord to the AC POWER (HOME) jack on the DVD player and plug the  
other end into the wall outlet.  
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Disc slot  
OUTPUT  
INPUT  
PHONES  
EXTERNAL PANEL EJECT DC POWER (CAR) AC POWER (HOME)  
PHONES  
The Back of the Mobile DVD Player  
Disc slot Insert discs into this slot.  
PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound.  
OUTPUT VIDEO Sends the video playing in the DVD player to another component such as a TV.  
OUTPUT L/R AUDIO Sends the audio playing in the DVD player to another component such as  
a TV or sends the sound to powered (amplified) speakers.  
EXTERNAL PANEL Sends the audio and the video thats playing in the DVD player to a  
component that has a compatible 8-pin input jack, such as an external monitor.  
Notes: For vehicle use, connect the mobile DVD player to a factory equipped compatible display. To  
determine if the display is compatible, check the owners manual provided with your vehicle.  
Damage can occur to the mobile DVD player if you do not use a compatible monitor with a compatible  
8-pin input jack.  
EJECT Ejects the disc from the disc slot.  
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DC POWER (CAR) Connect the DC power cord to this jack from the cars cigarette lighter socket  
to give the unit power.  
AC POWER (HOME) Connect the AC power cord to this jack from an AC outlet to give the unit  
power.  
INPUT VIDEO Receives video from another component, such as a VCR, camcorder or an Internet  
access device, so you can see it on the DVD players LCD screen.  
INPUT L/R AUDIO Receives audio from another component, such as a VCR, camcorder or an  
Internet access device, so you can hear whats being played on the connected component.  
PHONES Allows another person to connect headphones to listen to the sound.  
Buttons and Controls on the Mobile DVD  
Player  
LCD  
Screen  
LCD Screen Video appears here (when watching a DVD disc).  
Storage Compartment Open the lid to store the supplied power cords.  
VOLUME  
Buttons (listed alphabetically)  
OK  
Arrow (up and down) buttons Use these buttons to access items on the  
PLAY • PAUSE  
PREV  
NEXT  
LCD screen.  
STOP  
DISC MENU Displays the disc menu. The content of the menu varies from  
disc to disc.  
DISPLAY Cycles through the display options by pressing repeatedly:  
brightness, contrast, color, sharpness or tint. The level can then be adjusted by  
using the volume up or down button.  
DVD SETUP Displays the DVD players setup menu.  
Storage  
EJECT Ejects the disc from the disc slot.  
Compartment  
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NEXT (  
OK When a menu is on the screen, selects the item that is highlighted.  
PLAY/PAUSE ( ) Switches between play and pause when youre playing a disc.  
POWER Turns the DVD player on or off.  
) Advances to the next chapter on a DVD disc, track on a CD or song on an MP3.  
PREV (  
) Goes back to the previous chapter on a DVD disc, track on a CD or song on an  
MP3.  
SCREEN MODE Selects 16:9 or 4:3 screen mode.  
STATUS Displays current disc information while the disc is playing.  
STOP (  
) Stops disc play.  
SURROUND Changes the Surround Sound options by pressing repeatedly: Surround Sound, 3D  
Surround Sound, Hall Surround Sound and Surround Off.  
VOLUME up and down buttons Increases or decreases the sound from the built-in speakers.  
Put Batteries in the Remote  
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.  
2. Insert two new AAA batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries with the diagram  
on the remote.  
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.  
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The Remote Control  
(buttons listed in alphabetical order)  
DVD  
POWER  
EJECT  
SURROUND  
EQ  
0-9 and +10 (Number buttons) Enters titles, tracks or chapters. To enter a  
STATUS  
ANGLE  
number above 9, for example 12, press +10 and then 2.  
1
4
2
5
8
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3
6
Arrow (up, down, left, right) buttons Use these buttons to access items on  
the LCD screen.  
SUBTITLE  
AUDIO  
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9
ZOOM  
+10  
A-B Sets the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat. Go to  
page 14 for more information.  
MUTE  
ANGLE Displays and selects the camera angles. Each time you press the  
button, the angle changes. The number of angles varies from disc to disc.  
ENTER  
DISC  
MENU  
DVD  
SETUP  
AUDIO Displays the Audio language and channel.  
DISC MENU Displays the disc menu. The content of the menu varies from  
RETURN  
REPEAT  
A-B  
disc to disc. Go to page 11 for more information.  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY Cycles through the display options by pressing repeatedly:  
brightness, contrast, color, sharpness or tint. The level can then be adjusted by  
using the volume up or down button.  
SLOW DISPLAY  
SLOW  
STOP  
PLAY / PAUSE  
DVD POWER Turns on and off the unit.  
DVD SETUP Displays the setup menu. Go to page 21 for more information.  
EJECT Ejects the disc from the disc slot.  
ENTER When a menu is on the screen, selects the item that is highlighted.  
EQ Changes the equalizer options by pressing repeatedly: EQ TYPE, displays  
the frequency levels, EQ ON, EQ OFF. Go to page 14 for more information.  
Fast Forward (  
Fast Reverse (  
) Scans forward on a disc.  
) Scans backward on a disc.  
MUTE Lowers the volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore  
volume.  
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Next (  
) Advances to the next chapter on a DVD disc, track on a CD or song on an MP3.  
PLAY/PAUSE (  
) Switches between play and pause when youre playing a disc.  
Previous (  
) Goes back to the previous chapter on a DVD disc, track on a CD or song on an  
MP3.  
REPEAT Changes the REPEAT options by pressing repeatedly. The options vary depending if you  
are playing a DVD, CD or an MP3. Go to the repeat feature explanation for each disc.  
RETURN Returns you to the previous screen.  
SLOW (  
SLOW(  
) Plays a disc in slow, forward motion.  
) Plays a disc in slow, reverse motion.  
STATUS Displays current disc information while the disc is playing.  
STOP ( ) Stops disc play.  
SUBTITLE Displays the subtitle language of the DVD disc (if the disc was created with subtitles).  
Each time you press the button, the subtitle language changes.  
SURROUND Changes the Surround Sound options by pressing repeatedly: Surround Sound, 3D  
Surround Sound, Hall Surround Sound and Surround Off.  
VOLUME up and down buttons Increases or decreases the volume.  
ZOOM Zooms in on the DVD disc by pressing repeatedly: x1.5, x2, x4.  
DVD Basics  
Regional Coding  
Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order  
for the disc to play. If the codes dont match, the disc wont play. This units code is region 1. Discs  
with other regional codes cant be played in this unit.  
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Using Different Menus  
Each disc is programmed with different features. There are two separate menu paths that you can  
use to access features: the discs menu and the DVDs status banner. Remember that a feature only  
works if the disc was programmed with that feature. For example, if you choose subtitles, the  
subtitles only appear if the disc was created with subtitles.  
The Disc menu The disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the DVDs status  
banner. The contents of each discs menu vary according to how the disc was created and what  
features are included. The disc menu is turned on when a disc is inserted or you press the  
DISC MENU button.  
The DVD’s status banner The status banner appears across the top of the screen when a  
disc is playing. It can only be accessed while you are playing a disc. Its turned on and off with  
the STATUS button on the remote.  
Types of Discs Your DVD Will Play  
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DVD discs Contain video.  
Audio discs Contain musical or sound content only.  
MP3 discs Contain audio files (for example, a CD-R with downloaded  
MP3 files).  
This is an example of a one-  
sided disc.  
Loading and Playing Discs  
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Before you load a disc, make sure that it is compatible with the player. Note  
that the following discs CANNOT be used with this player:  
Laserdisc  
This is an example of a 2-sided  
disc. The title is in the center.  
CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM  
MiniDisc  
CD-G discs play audio only, not graphics  
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To Load and Play a Disc  
1. Lift up the LCD screen and position it to your liking.  
2. Press the POWER button to turn on the unit.  
3. Place a disc gently into the disc slot with the discs label facing up (double-sided discs have  
content on both sides, so you can place either side up).  
The DVD player reads the discs table of contents, and then one of following happens depending  
on how the disc was programmed:  
No disc menu appears.  
The disc menu appears.  
The disc menu appears on the screen when you press PLAY/PAUSE.  
The disc starts playing automatically.  
When you stop playing a disc, the DVD player remembers where you stopped. When you start  
playing the disc again, it picks up where you left off unless the disc is removed, power is turned  
off, or the unit is unplugged.  
Using a Disc Menu  
A disc is capable of having an on-screen menu that is separate from the DVDs on-screen status  
banner. The disc menu might only contain a list of the titles and chapters, or it may allow you to  
change features such as language and playback settings.  
Although the content and operation of disc menus vary from disc to disc, the following example  
will give you an idea of what to expect.  
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1. When the disc is first inserted and/or you press DISC MENU, the disc menu  
appears.  
This is an example of a disc menu. The  
menus on discs vary because the disc  
menu is created by the disc’s author.  
2. Press the up or down arrow button on the remote to highlight the section  
of the disc menu you want to choose, and press ENTER. In the example on  
the left, Language has been selected.  
3. Press the up or down arrow button to select a language, and press ENTER.  
4. Press PLAY/PAUSE to play the disc.  
In this example, English is highlighted.  
Press ENTER on the remote to play the  
disc with English dialog.  
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Playback Features  
Playback operations of DVDs and CDs vary among discs. Since this unit plays DVDs according to  
the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available.  
Refer to the instructions packed with the DVDs for information.  
Playback features arent usually available during the opening credits of a movie. If a playback  
feature isnt available, the invalid symbol (a hand icon) appears on the screen when you press a  
button.  
Fast Motion Playback (Picture Scan)  
To scan quickly through the disc when youre playing it, use the Picture Scan feature.  
1. Press the Fast Reverse (  
) or Fast Forward (  
) button when youre playing a disc.  
2. Press the button again to scan at a faster speed. Each time you press the button, the scanning  
speed increases--2, 4, 6, 8 times the normal speed.  
Skipping Tracks or Songs  
When a CD or MP3 disc is playing, use the Previous (  
) or Next (  
) button to skip a track  
or song. Press  
song.  
to advance to the next track or song. Press  
to go to the previous track or  
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Using the A-B Repeat Feature  
A-B Repeat lets you define a specific segment on the disc that you want to repeat. The A-B Repeat  
feature works the same for all discs. For example, you might like to watch the dogfight in the  
movie Top Gun. To watch this scene over and over:  
1. Find the spot on the disc that is a few seconds before the beginning of the scene you want to  
repeat.  
2. Press the A-B button. This sets the A point (A TO B SET A appears).  
3. When you get to the part of the disc that you want to be the end of the repeated segment (the  
B point), press the A-B button again. This sets the end point (A TO B SET B appears). The  
segment repeats until you turn Repeat off by pressing the A-B button again (A TO B OFF  
appears).  
Using the Equalizer  
Access the equalizer by pressing the EQ button. The equalizer allows you to choose a specific  
sound for a disc through the EQ TYPE option (the first screen that appears when you press EQ).  
Press PLAY repeatedly to cycle through the settings which appear at the bottom of the EQ TYPE  
screen (PERSONAL appears automatically when you access the EQ TYPE option). The other settings  
are: FLAT, CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK, POPS, BALLAD, DANCE.  
The PERSONAL equalizer setting allows you to adjust the decibels of each frequency (60 through  
15K). Press the left or right arrow button to select the frequency you want to adjust. Then use the  
up or down arrow button to adjust the decibel (the decibel changes on the right side of the EQ  
TYPE screen).  
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Changing Surround Sound  
You can use this feature to add a surround sound effect to the audio. While a disc is playing, press  
SURROUND. Pressing SURROUND consecutively changes the surround sound options:  
SURROUND SOUND  
3D SURROUND  
HALL SURROUND  
SURROUND OFF  
As you toggle through the options, the surround sound changes at that time.  
Playing DVDs  
For basic information about loading and playing discs, go to page 9. Press the STATUS button on  
the remote to display the Status Banner. The options below show you what happens when you  
press the STATUS button.  
Press STATUS 1x  
Press STATUS 2x  
Press STATUS 3x  
Press STATUS 4x  
Press STATUS 5x  
Press STATUS 6x  
Press STATUS 7x  
Press STATUS 8x  
Current title, chapter and time appear.  
Current subtitle information appears.  
Current audio language and audio format appear.  
Current surround sound setting appears.  
Current angle setting appears.  
Current A-B repeat setting appears.  
Current repeat setting appears.  
Status Banner disappears.  
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Selecting a Chapter  
Because DVD discs use digital technology, a title can be divided into individual chapters (similar to  
tracks on a CD). You can skip to a specific chapter by using the Chapter feature in the Status  
Banner.  
Tip  
You can also advance  
to the next chapter by  
pressing NEXT, or go  
to the preceding  
chapter by pressing  
PREV.  
1. While a disc is playing, press STATUS (the Status Banner appears).  
2. Press the right arrow button to highlight the current chapter playing.  
3. Press the up or down arrow button to go to the next or previous chapter. Then press OK to  
select the chapter you want to play.  
Note: The Chapter feature only works on discs formatted with separate chapters.  
Changing the Audio Language  
Use the AUDIO button to change the Audio Language setting for the current DVD disc. Also, the  
audio format of the disc is displayed if it was recorded in a different audio format, such as Dolby  
digital (5.1ch). Press AUDIO consecutively to toggle through the different audio formats and  
languages. As you toggle through the options, the audio language and format change at that time.  
Notes:  
The audio feature only works if the disc was created with multiple languages.  
Some discs allow you to change the audio format from the discs menu, if available.  
Changing the Subtitle Language  
Use the SUBTITLE button to change the subtitle language for the current DVD disc. Press SUBTITLE  
consecutively to toggle through the subtitle options. As you toggle through the options, the subtitle  
language changes at that time.  
Note: The subtitle feature only works if the disc was created with multiple subtitles.  
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Changing the Camera Angle  
Some discs contain multiple angles of a particular scene or sequence. Press the ANGLE button to  
toggle through the different angles. As you toggle through the options, the angle changes at that  
time.  
Note: The angle feature only works if the disc was created with multiple angles.  
Using the Repeat Feature  
The default mode for the Repeat feature is OFF. Pressing REPEAT consecutively changes the repeat  
options:  
CHAPTER REPEAT ON  
TITLE REPEAT ON  
REPEAT OFF  
As you toggle through the options, the repeat option changes at that time. The chapter, for  
example, repeats once that chapter has ended. The selected repeat option loops repeatedly until  
you turn it off.  
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Playing Audio CDs  
For basic information about loading and playing discs, go to page 9. When playing an audio CD,  
the Status Banner appears automatically. It displays the current track and the amount of time for  
that track playing, the total amount of time on the disc and the current time running on the disc.  
Press the STATUS button on the remote to display the Status Banner. The options below show you  
what happens when you press the STATUS button.  
Press STATUS 1x  
Press STATUS 2x  
Press STATUS 3x  
Press STATUS 4x  
Press STATUS 5x  
SINGLE ELAPSED appears along with the current track playing and the  
time of that track.  
SINGLE REMAIN appears along with the current track playing and the  
amount of time left of the track.  
TOTAL ELAPSED appears along with the current track playing and the  
total time playing on the CD.  
TOTAL REMAIN appears along with the current track playing and the  
amount of time left on the CD.  
Turns off the Status Banner.  
Using the Repeat Feature  
The default mode for the Repeat feature is OFF. Pressing REPEAT consecutively changes the repeat  
options:  
REP-ONE repeats the track that is playing  
REP-ALL repeats the disc that is playing  
REPEAT OFF  
As you toggle through the options, the repeat option changes at that time. The track, for example,  
repeats once that track has ended. The selected repeat option loops repeatedly until you turn it off.  
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Playing MP3 Discs  
MP3 is a format for storing digital audio. An audio CD-quality song can be compressed into the  
MP3 format with very little loss of quality, while taking up much less space. CD-R discs that have  
been encoded in MP3 format can be played on your DVD player. For basic information about  
loading and playing discs, go to page 9.  
Press the STATUS button on the remote to display the Status Banner. The options below show you  
what happens when you press the STATUS button.  
Press STATUS 1x  
Press STATUS 2x  
Press STATUS 3x  
CHAPTER REMAIN appears along with the amount of time left in the  
folder. CHAPTER REMAIN and the time that is left remain on-screen until  
you press STATUS again.  
CHAPTER ELAPSED appears along with the amount of time the song has  
played. CHAPTER ELAPSED and the time remain on-screen until you press  
STATUS again.  
OFF appears along with the amount of time the song has played. The time  
remains on-screen until you press STATUS again to see the time left in the  
folder or you press STOP.  
Selecting Folders and Songs  
When an MP3 disc is inserted in the player, the Smart Navi screen appears automatically (go to  
page 24 for more information). You can change folders and songs through Smart Navi. The DVD  
player plays the songs in the order they were burned onto the disc.  
1. If a disc is playing, press STOP. Press the up or down arrow button to go through the folder list  
on the right side of the Smart Navi screen.  
2. Once the folder you want is highlighted, press OK (the folder list shifts to the left side of the  
screen and the songs in the folder appear on the right).  
3. Press the up or down arrow button to go through the song list and highlight the song you  
want. Press OK to begin playback of the highlighted song.  
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Skipping Songs  
Use the Next (  
) button on the remote control to move to the next song. Use the Previous  
(
) button to move to the beginning of the currently playing song. Press the button again  
to move to the previous song.  
Selecting a Play Mode  
You can choose what order the songs will play on a disc temporarily. The FOLDER play mode is  
the default. To access the play mode options, press STOP if the disc is playing. Press the right  
arrow button until the PLAY MODE option is highlighted. Use the up or down arrow to choose a  
option. The play mode options are:  
FOLDER: plays the folder in the order the songs were recorded.  
FOLDER R: repeats the folder that is playing.  
DISC: repeats the disc that is playing.  
RANDOM: plays the songs in random order.  
SHUFFLE: plays the songs in random order (from within the selected folder).  
PROG-END (Program End): plays the songs on the disc in the order you have programmed  
(you must create a playlist to set the order you want the tracks on the disc to play). When you  
are creating a playlist, this option changes to PROGRAM.  
Program Play  
To use the program play option, you must create a playlist of songs in the order you want them to  
play.  
Note: Once you begin adding songs from a folder to create your playlist, you cannot add songs from a  
different folder.  
1. Choose the PROG-END option from the PLAY MODE.  
2. Select the folder which contain the songs you want to program.  
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3. Add songs to the program list by pressing OK once the song is highlighted. The song you have  
chosen and the number of songs you have chosen appear at the top of the screen. For  
example, if you choose the number five song within the folder and it is the first song you have  
chosen, PROGRAM P01:05 appears.  
4. You can continue to add songs to the list from within the same folder by using the up or down  
arrow button and then pressing OK to add it to the list.  
5. When you are done creating the list, press STOP to end the programming. Then press PLAY to  
begin the program play mode.  
Deleting the Playlist  
To delete the entire playlist, press STOP while the disc is playing.  
Using the Repeat Feature  
The default mode for the Repeat feature is OFF. Pressing REPEAT consecutively changes the repeat  
options:  
REP-ONE repeats the song that is playing.  
FOLDER REP repeats the folder that is playing.  
FOLDER turns off repeat and returns to regular play mode.  
Using the Setup Menu  
The Setup Menu is the DVD Players main menu. It contains features and options that let you  
customize your DVD player.  
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The TV Display  
The TV Display controls how the picture and other information appear on the screen.  
You may want to adjust the screen setting (aspect ratio). The default setting is WIDE (Widescreen).  
1. Press the DVD SETUP button (the Setup menu appears, displaying the TV DISPLAY options).  
2. Press the right arrow button to access the TV DISPLAY option menu.  
3. Press the up or down arrow button to change the display setting.  
4. Once you have chosen the setting for the screen, press OK.  
5. Press DVD SETUP to exit the Setup Menu.  
4 x 3 P&S Choose this setting if you want the movie to fill the entire screen  
of your TV. This might mean that parts of the picture (the left and right edges)  
wont be seen.  
Most discs produced in a widescreen format cant be cropped in this fashion.  
This means the black bars will appear at the top and the bottom of the screen.  
NORMAL/PS (Pan & Scan)  
4 x 3 LB – Choose this setting if you want to see movies in their original  
aspect ratio (height-to-width ratio). Youll see the entire frame of the movie,  
but it will take up a smaller portion of the screen vertically. The movie might  
appear with black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.  
NORMAL/LB (Letterbox)  
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16 x 9 Wide – Choose this setting if your DVD Player is connected to a  
widescreen TV. If you choose this setting and you dont have a widescreen TV,  
the images on the screen may appear distorted due to vertical compression.  
If you play a disc recorded in 4 x 3 format on a widescreen TV, the left and  
right side of the screen will appear black.  
WIDE (Widescreen)  
OSD (On-Screen Display) Language  
Use this feature to change the language for the players on-screen menu system. The default is  
English.  
1. Press DVD SETUP (the Setup menu appears).  
2. Press the down arrow button until OSD LANG is highlighted (the on-screen display languages  
appear).  
3. Press the right arrow button to access the OSD LANG option menu.  
4. Press the up or down arrow button to change the language.  
5. Once you have chosen the language, press OK.  
6. Press DVD SETUP to exit the Setup Menu.  
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Screen Saver  
The screen saver is what appears after the player has not been active for a certain amount of time.  
The default is set to off. To turn the screen saver on:  
1. Press DVD SETUP (the Setup menu appears).  
2. Press the down arrow button until SCR SAVER is highlighted (the screen saver options appear).  
3. Press the right arrow button to access the SCR SAVER option menu.  
4, Press the up arrow button to highlight ON, then press OK.  
5. Press DVD SETUP to exit the Setup Menu.  
To turn the screen saver back off, follow steps 1-3. Press the down arrow button to highlight OFF.  
Then press DVD SETUP to exit.  
Smart Navi  
The Smart Navi screen is what appears automatically when you insert an MP3 into the player. The  
default is set to on. To turn the Smart Navi screen off:  
1. Press DVD SETUP (the Setup menu appears).  
2. Press the down arrow button until SMART NAVI is highlighted (the options appear).  
3. Press the right arrow button to access the SMART NAVI option menu.  
4. Press the up arrow button to highlight NO MENU, then press OK.  
5. Press DVD SETUP to exit.  
To turn the Smart Navi back on, follow steps 1-3. Press the down arrow button to highlight WITH  
MENU. Then press DVD SETUP to exit.  
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Defaults  
Use the Default feature to reset ALL options to the factory defaults.  
1. Press DVD SETUP (the Setup menu appears).  
2. Press the down arrow until DEFAULTS is highlighted (RESET appears).  
3. Press the right arrow to highlight RESET, then press OK.  
4. Press DVD SETUP to exit.  
Sub Volume  
Use the Sub Volume feature to boost or cut the decibels going into headphones or an amplifier.  
1. Press DVD SETUP (the Setup menu appears).  
2. Press the down arrow until SUB VOLUME is highlighted.  
3. Press the right arrow to access the SUB VOLUME option menu.  
4. Press the up or down arrow button to change the volume, then press OK.  
5. Press DVD SETUP to exit.  
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Troubleshooting  
If you are experiencing product operation problems, please review the troubleshooting section before you call for  
service. Refer to the Limited Warranty for information on how to obtain repair service.  
No power  
Try the DVD POWER button on the panel.  
If using the DC power cable, make sure it is firmly connected to the DC POWER (CAR) jack and to the cars cigarette lighter.  
If using the AC power cable, make sure it is firmly connected to the AC POWER (HOME) jack and to an outlet.  
Try unplugging the unit for a few minutes and then plugging it back in.  
No sound, picture okay  
Press VOLUME up button to increase the sound.  
Maybe sound is muted. Press the MUTE button to restore sound.  
If using another source, check the audio cable connections.  
If the player is in pause mode, slow-motion or fast forward , no sound is heard during this time. Press PLAY to return to normal  
play mode and to hear the sound.  
Make sure headphones are disconnected from player.  
No picture, sound okay  
If using another source, check the video cable connection.  
Adjust the brightness.  
DVD Problems  
Disc wont play  
Insert a disc with the label side facing up.  
Check the type of disc you put into disc tray. This mobile DVD player only plays digital video discs, audio CDs and MP3s. Go to  
page 9 for more information.  
Both the unit and the disc are coded by region. If the regional codes dont match, the disc cant be played. This mobile DVD  
player is Region No. 1.  
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Play starts, but then stops immediately  
The disc is dirty. Clean it.  
Condensation has formed. Allow player to dry out.  
No sound or distorted sound.  
Make sure your mobile DVD player is connected properly. Make sure all cables are securely inserted into the appropriate jacks.  
If you connected an audio or audio/video component to your player, make sure you chose the correct input setting on the  
receiver and unit.  
Cant advance through a movie  
You cant advance through the opening credits and warning information that appear at the beginning of movies because the disc  
is programmed to prohibit that action.  
Theinvalid symbol (hand icon) appears on screen  
The feature or action cannot be completed at this time because:  
1. The discs software restricts it.  
2. The discs software doesnt support the feature (e.g., angles).  
3. The feature is not available at the moment.  
4. Youve requested a title or chapter number that is out of range.  
Picture is distorted  
The disc might be damaged. Try another disc.  
It is normal for some distortion to appear during forward or reverse scan.  
No forward or reverse scan  
Some discs have sections that prohibit rapid scanning, or title and chapter skip.  
If you try to skip through the warning information and credits at the beginning of a movie, you wont be able to. This part of the  
movie is often programmed to prohibit skipping through it.  
Subtitle and/or audio language is not the one selected from the initial setting  
If the subtitle and/or audio language does not exist on the disc, the initial settings will not be seen or heard. The discs priority  
language is selected instead. Set the subtitle and/or audio language manually through the Info Display, if available.  
Camera angle cannot be changed  
Some discs dont have the multi-camera angle system, and some discs only have it in certain parts of the movie.  
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Cannot copy discs to video tape  
You cant record DVD discs onto videocassettes because the discs are encoded with anti-copy protection.  
Remote Control Doesn’t work  
Place the remote control extremely close to the sensor on your mobile DVD player.  
Maybe battery is weak or dead. Put new battery in the remote.  
Care and Maintenance  
Cleaning the Player  
CAUTION: Turn OFF your Mobile DVD Player before cleaning.  
You can clean the player as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the  
cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.  
The LCD screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen. If  
necessary, you may use a cloth dampened with warm water. Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based  
cleaners or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the player.  
While cleaning, do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the player.  
Also, avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the player. This could increase the risk of fire or shock hazard  
or damage to the player.  
Handling Cautions  
Before connecting other components to this player, make sure to turn all components off.  
Dont put any container filled with liquid or any small metal objects on the player.  
Keep dirt from entering the players disc slot. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to the playback heads.  
The player might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the player to swinging, shaking or dropping.  
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Exterior influences such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of this player. If this occurs, turn off the  
player and on again, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet.  
Be sure to remove the disc, turn off the player and close the LCD screen when not in use.  
Dont place anything other than the disc in the disc slot.  
Do not store the player in temperatures below +4˚F (-15˚C) or above +149˚F (65˚C).  
Formation of Condensation  
Due to sharp changes in temperature and humidity, condensation may form if warm air comes in contact with any cold parts  
inside the player.  
When condensation forms inside the player, it may not operate correctly. If this occurs, leave the player at room temperature  
until the inside of the player becomes dry and operational.  
If condensation forms on a disc, wipe the disc with a soft, dry cloth by moving the cloth from the center of the hole toward the  
outer edge.  
Handling Discs  
Dont touch the discs signal surfaces. Hold by the edges or by one edge and the hole in the center.  
Dont affix labels or adhesive tape to label surfaces. Dont scratch or damage the label.  
Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) discs.  
Cleaning Discs  
Dirty discs can cause reduced video and audio performance. Always keep discs clean by wiping them gently with a soft cloth  
from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.  
If a disc becomes very dirty, wet a soft cloth in water, wring it out well. Wipe the dirt away gently, and remove any water drops  
with a dry cloth.  
Do not use record-cleaning sprays or anti-static agents on discs. Also, never clean the discs with benzene, thinner, or other  
volatile solvents which may cause damage to the disc surface.  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
Defects in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
1 year from date of purchase- Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor.  
The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm,  
whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
Exchange the unit with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit.  
How you get service:  
Call 1-800-951-9582 and have your units date of purchase and model/serial number ready. The model/serial  
number information is on the back of your unit.  
A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.  
If the representative determines that you should receive a replacement unit you will be provided with a Service  
Request (SR) number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists. No returns will be accepted  
without the SR number.  
To receive a replacement unit before you return yours:  
Option I:  
1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone representative. This  
is for security purposes only and your account will not be charged at this time.  
2. We will send you a replacement unit.  
3. If you return the unit to us within 14 days from the date you were provided a SR number, only items not covered  
by warranty will be charged to your account. If your unit is not received within 14 days, the suggested retail value  
of the receiver will be charged to your credit card. This amount will be credited, less a handling fee, if the unit is  
subsequently received.  
4. Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement units carton. Shipping instructions will be included on  
the carton along with your SR number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you  
insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment:  
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Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within  
the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also  
required.  
A brief note describing your receiver problem.  
Your name, address and phone number.  
Option II:  
1. For a fee, we will send a replacement unit to our exchange point.  
2. The exchange location will notify you of its arrival.  
3. Take your unit and evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to the exchange location and you will be  
provided the new or refurbished unit. Please retain all accessories such as the remote control hand unit.  
4. If the repairs are covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.  
Thomson assumes no responsibility of warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped  
in the manner prescribed by Thomson.  
Return transportation, storage, handling and insurance costs are your responsibility. We accept no  
responsibility in case of damage or loss.  
To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit:  
Write the SR number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment in  
case of damage or loss.  
Carefully pack the unit using the original box and packing material if possible. Please retain all accessories that  
were included with your unit such as the remote control hand unit.  
Include with the shipment:  
1. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within  
the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also  
required.  
2. A brief note describing your units problem.  
3. Your name, address and phone number.  
The representative will advise the address to mail a cashiers check or money order for payment if there are any out  
of warranty labor or parts charges, and you elect not to use your credit card.  
After we receive your product, a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you.  
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What your warranty does not cover:  
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Adjustment of customer controls.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial  
purposes.  
Batteries.  
Units purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.  
Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pickup the replacement unit in a timely manner.  
Customer Instruction. (Your Owners Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional  
information should be obtained from your dealer.)  
Product Registration:  
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product. It will make it easier to contact  
you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN  
INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A  
GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE  
CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED  
WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT  
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET  
FORTH ABOVE.  
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How state law relates to warranty:  
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how  
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.  
If you purchased your product outside the United States:  
This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.  
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty.  
Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only  
add delays in service for your product.  
Thomson multimedia Inc.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290  
©2002 Thomson multimedia Inc.  
Trademark(s)® Registered  
Marca(s) Registrada(s)  
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THOMSON  
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