Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product XDVD8181 Dual
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INSTALLATION/OWNER’S MANUAL DVD Multimedia Receiver with 7” Touch Screen Display XDVD8181 The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged.
2 DVD Region Management Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc.
3 3 Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to install or operate. Due to its technical nature, it is highly recommended that your DUAL XDVD8181 is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. This product is only for use in vehicles with 12VDC negative ground only.
4 Mounting sleeve opening dimensions 7-3/16” x 2-1/16” (183 mm x 53 mm) TYPICAL FRONT-LOAD DIN MOUNTING METHOD Please read entire manual before installation. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions.
5 Subwoofer output The SUBWOOFER audio output (Blue RCA) is active in all audio modes and must be connected to an external amplifier. Rear view camera A rear view camera (not included) can be used with CAMERA input.
6 Wiring Diagram - Optional A/V Connections XDVD8181 INSTALLATION.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 7 IR Remote Preparation NOTE: Remove the battery if the IR Remote will not be used for a month or longer Remove and dispose of battery properly • • To first use the IR Remote co.
8 XDVD8181 OPERATION 15 7 1 2 4 5 Band Auto Store/Preset Scan Secondary LCD Display Open/Close Monitor Eject Rotary Encoder / Enter Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Chapter/Track Up Chapter/Track Down Stop Play/Pause Fast Forward Fast Reverse Mute Power/Volume 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 16 This model incorporates a motorized moving monitor.
9 XDVD8181 OPERATION Control Functions - Monitor Closed Press BAND to increment from FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 ] FM1. Press AS/PS for 1 sec to start station PRESET SCAN function, Press AS/PS for 2 secs to start AUTO STORE station preset function in current BAND .
10 XDVD8181 OPERATION Disc-in indicator - Red = Disc inserted, Blue = No disc . ANGLE - Press to decrease the monitor view angle. ANGLE - Press to increase the monitor view angle. INFO - Press to select system INFO and press and hold for BRIGHTNESS .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 11 Blue = No disc Red = Disc inserted Press ANGLE to increase the monitor view angle. Press ANGLE to decrease the monitor view angle. Notes: • Do not attempt to move the monitor up/down by hand - severe damage will occur. Use the front panel buttons or the remote control only.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 12 Mode Mute Open/Close Power Key #1 Key #2 Key #3 Volume Up Key #4 Key #5 Key #6 Volume Down Key #7 Key #8 Key #9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Info Search Key #0 Band / Stop.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 13 Control Functions - Remote Mode Mute Open/Close Power Keys 0-9 Volume Up Volume Down Info Search Band / Stop Audio Select Escape 4-Way -Up/Down/Left/Right Menu Picture Enter Repe.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 14 General Operation Power On/Off Monitor Open/Close Monitor Angle Position Press Volume knob for 1sec to turn the unit on, the unit will beep 2 times. Press and hold POWER for more than 2secs, unit will beep 1 time, then turn off. NOTE: EJECT will still function even if POWER is off.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 15 General Operation Mode Optional Mode Selection Volume Mute Audio Adjustment from front panel Audio Adjustment from Remote Press MODE to select between TUNER , DVD , AV1 , CAMERA , inputs. Modes of operation are indicated in the OSD (On Screen Display) and secondary LCD .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 16 General Operation INFO/PIC RGB BRIGHTNESS CVBS Screen Controls SHARPNESS CONTRAST COLOR BRIGHTNESS TINT Press INFO button for 1 sec to display DVD disc information.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 17 Press BAND to increment from FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 ] FM1. Press AS/PS for 1 sec to start station PRESET SCAN function, the unit will now scan your program presets for 5 secs for each preset in that band, press again to stop scanning, the front LCD panel will flash while in this mode.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 18 NOTE: Sub-LCD only functions when TFT monitor is closed. LOCAL indicator, icon will be off when DISTANT (DX) is selected STEREO radio station indicator Displays TRACK time, TUNIN.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 19 There are three methods to access the MAIN menu Press the ENTER button on the right ROTARY knob Press the MENU button on the IR Remote control Touch the A area (upper left hand s.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 20 System GENERAL Setup Menu Press the GENERAL button to access the setup mode Select desired parameter you wish to change Page will return back to previous screen after 10 secs of .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 21 Adjusting RADIO Frequency Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 1) Touch top left corner of screen 2) Touch GENERAL setup button 3) Touch USA 4) Touch the setting for your Country T.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 22 System GENERAL Setup- Adjusting the Clock 12Hr Clock Mode Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4, 5 ,6, 7 & 8 24Hr Clock Mode 1) Touch top left corner of screen 2) Touch GENERAL setup b.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 23 XDVD8181 OPERATION System GENERAL Setup- Setting the Anti-theft code By default Anti-theft password is 0000 and is turned OFF, to turn this feature on, follow the steps below.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 24 Screen Setup Menu System Standby Press the SCREEN Setup button to access the SCREEN SETUP mode Select desired parameter you wish to change Page will return back to previous scree.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 25 System SCREEN Setup Menu- Setting TFT Brightness This will set the default setting for the TFT display brightness, this setting can also be set by pressing the INFO button on the.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 26 System SCREEN Setup- Setting TFT Angle Set for best viewing angle in your vehicle Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 1) Touch top left corner of screen 2) Touch SCREEN setup butt.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 27 XDVD8181 OPERATION System SCREEN Setup - Touch Screen Calibration On occasion the touch screen will have to be calibrated, follow these few steps as described Step 1 Step 2 Step .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 28 Current source MODE information, touch "A" area to return to MAIN source selection menu Current PRESET station indicator STEREO broadcast indicator Clock PRESET page up.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 29 XDVD8181 OPERATION AM/ FM Tuner Operation Press the button to auto SEEK up the next strongest station. Press the button to auto SEEK down the next strongest station. Press the button to manually tune up one step at a time. Press the button to manually tune down one step at a time.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 30 DVD Operation DVD Disc Symbols DVD Region Management Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVD8181 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 31 XDVD8181 OPERATION DVD Operation - Parking Brake Initialization Front TFT Video Initialization Parking Brake Initialization Situation 1 Parking Brake Initialization Situation 2 N.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 32 DVD Operation - Inserting a Disc DVD Loading Slot Inserting a DISC Ejecting the DISC Resetting the Loading Mechanism When inserting a DVD disc, it will play automatically. Other sub-menus may have to be pressed to access the DVD movie / music content, read the directions of your specific DVD disc for hidden features.
33 XDVD8181 OPERATION Hidden Touch Screen area while in TUNER mode Hidden Touch Screen areas while in DVD mode There are several hidden TOUCH SCREEN areas outlined below, "A" area can be use.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 34 DVD Operation - Touch Screen Controls Using the hidden Touch Screen Controls A - MAIN menu access B - Displays DVD track information C - Selects PREVIOUS chapter D - Select NEXT .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 35 DVD Operation - Touch Screen Controls L Using the hidden Touch Screen Controls Touch AREA E 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Notes: Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 36 DVD Operation - Searching a DVD Searching a DVD Searching by Time, Title, or Chapter Touch the search button in AREA F. 1) Touch the in the TIME area. 2) A touch keypad will now appear, enter your desired TIME to search. 3) Enter OK.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 37 Direct Chapter / Track Selection Viewing an Alternate picture Angle (DVD only) Multi-Language Disc Changing Subtitle Language DVD Playback Information Playback Information 1) 2) .
XDVD8181 OPERATION 38 With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press LANGUAGE icon to select LANGUAGE setup page . Press to select desired disc subtitle language.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 39 With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press VIDEO icon to select from the following menus: Press to select desired TV Shape.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 40 DVD Setup Menu- Ratings With the monitor open in DVD mode, press the AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu bar. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press RATING icon to select from the following menus: Press ---- to enter a your desired password.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 41 SVCD Operation - Touch Screen Controls L Using the hidden Touch Screen Controls Touch AREA E 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Touch the PLAY button or on the front panel to resume disk playback. Touch the PAUSE button again to suspend the disc playback.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 42 CD Operation CD USER Interface 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) Current source indicator, touch AREA A to access MAIN source menu Disc title. Track title. Current TIME. Touch to PLAY / PAUSE disc playback.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 43 CD Operation Playing CDDA files Selecting by Single Track Selecting by Direct Track Access Previous / Next Page After inserting a CD disc, files will play in numerical order in the directory.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 44 MP3/WMA Operation MP3/WMA USER Interface 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) Current source indicator, touch AREA A to access MAIN source menu Disc title. Track title. Current TIME. Touch to PLAY / PAUSE disc playback.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 45 Playing MP3/WMA files Selecting by Single Track Selecting by Direct Track Access Previous / Next Page After inserting a CD disc, files will play in numerical order in the directory.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 46 Media Compatibility An internal buffer provides ESP (Electronic Skip Protection) to virtually eliminate skipping. When playing a disc recorded with regular audio files (CD-DA or .WAV) and MP3/WMA files, the unit will play the MP3/WMA files only.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 47 Media Compatibility The following types of discs/files are compatible: • CD-ROM (ISO), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW • CD-DA, DVD Video • MP3 data • WMA data The follow.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 48 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Unit will not turn on (no power) Yellow wire not connected or incorrect voltage Red wire not connected or incorrect voltage Check connections.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 49 This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 50 NOTES.
XDVD8181 OPERATION 51 Specifications DVD Player FM Tuner AM Tuner Monitor General Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz Channel separation @ 1kHz: >65dB D/A converter: 24 Bit Tuning range: 87.
Copyright Notes 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.
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