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Mobile Video
Cassette
Player
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
BLV552
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Important Information To reduce the risk of electric shock, do WARNING CAUTION not remove cover (or back). No user To reduce the risk RISK OF ELECTRIC serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing of fire or electric SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. to qualified service personnel. shock, do not expose this product or AC This symbol indicates This symbol charger to rain or "dangerous voltage" indicates important moisture. inside the product that instructions presents a risk of electric accompanying the shock or p
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Introduction Your new mobile Video Cassette Player has been designed for use in vehicles, hotels, offices, and your home and should provide years of trouble-free use. Make sure to read the entire instruction manual to get the most out of your video cassette player. Your Video Player’s Features Include: • 5.6 inch LCD Video Display Monitor • A/V in/out jacks • Twin Headphone Jacks • AC and 12-volt DC Power • Car Cigarette-lighter Converter • Game Attachment Allowed • Additional LCD Displays Allow
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Video Player Features ................................... 1 Installation ..................................................... 5 Before You Install ...............................................................6 Installing the Player in the Car...........................................7 Using the Player in a Hotel, Office, or Home ....................8 Using the System ........................................... 9 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors........
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Chapter 1 Installation Chapter Overview: • Safety Information • Installing the Player in a Car • Using the Player in a Hotel, Office, or Home Changing Entertainment. Again. 5
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Installation Before You Install This section of the manual will help you properly set up the mobile video player for the best performance. Before looking at the specifics of the mobile player’s system, please take a moment to review the following precautions: • When in a car, the player must be powered from the “Accessory” switch setting (i.e. not directly from the battery). The player’s power should only be turned on when the car’s ignition is turned on. Note: To prevent the car’s battery from
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Installation Storage Compartment Installing the Player in the Car 1. Rest the player in the center of the rear seat. 2. Insert the center seat’s safety belt through the player’s retainer holes as shown. IMPORTANT NOTE: Secure the player with as little slack in the seatbelt as possible for safety. Tighten the seat belt snugly so the player does not move out from the back of the seat. When the player is not in use the LCD screen should be closed firmly. Do not place objects in the front storage co
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Installation HEADPHONE HEADPHONE JACK #2 JACK #1 AUDIO/VIDEO EJECT AC POWER AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS (HOME) INPUT JACKS EXTERNAL DC POWER PANEL (CAR) Using the Player in a Hotel, Office, or Home 1. Place the player carefully on a table or other resting surface with the bottom of the unit facing down. 2. Plug the AC power cable into the AC POWER (HOME) jack on the back panel of the player. Attach the other end of the power cord to a standard wall outlet. Make sure to insert the blades of the powe
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Chapter 2 Using the System Chapter Overview: • Controls, Indicators, and Connectors • Watching Tapes • Playing Video Games • Using the Auxiliary jacks Changing Entertainment. Again. 9
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Using the System Controls, Indicators, and Connectors HEADPHONE HEADPHONE JACK #2 JACK #1 AUDIO/VIDEO EJECT AC POWER AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS (HOME) INPUT JACKS EXTERNAL DC POWER PANEL (CAR) VOLUME DOWN VOLUME UP POWER PICTURE BUTTON BUTTON PLAY FORWARD BUTTON BUTTON STOP REWIND BUTTON BUTTON 10 Chapter 2
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Using the System Watching Tapes To watch a tape, turn on the player’s power, raise the LCD monitor to a desired viewing level, insert the tape into the rear panel loading slot, and press the PLAY button. Note: To eject a tape in playback mode, press the EJECT or STOP button twice; to eject a tape in stop mode, press the EJECT or STOP button once. Adjusting the Video Player Adjust the sound to a desired level using the VOLUME up and down button. If the LCD’s image needs to be adjusted: 1. Use the
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Using the System Using AUX Jacks You can view an image from an external source (like a camcorder) using the player’s A/V input jacks. A/V Jacks There are three A/V input jacks and three A/V output jacks on the player’s rear jack panel. You can connect an external device like a game console or camcorder into the A/V input jacks. Note: Make sure to stop all tape playback in the player before connecting an auxiliary device to the player’s A/V input jacks. You can connect the player to another devic
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Chapter 3 Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Care and Cleaning • Traveling Tips • Wired Headphones • Specifications • Customer Assistance and Service • Warranty • Index Changing Entertainment. Again. 13
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Other Information Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common video player questions. Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. No power • Check to make sure all power cord connections are tight and plugged into an operating power source. Rewind does not operate • Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound. The VCP makes noise when stopped • The player is removing the tape from the playheads. A sound is normal
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Other Information Proper Care and Storage • Keep dirt from entering the player’s cassette tape door. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to the playback heads and/or tapes. • Always close the LCD monitor when not in use. • Before handling the player or tapes, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as damage to the finish or internal parts may occur. • The player might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the
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Other Information Things to Avoid • Never attempt to disassemble the player. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. • Avoid operating the player immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give it 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a tape. • Never leave the player in direct sunlight. The resulting heat buildup might permanently damage internal parts. • Do not expose the player or power supply cord to rain or moisture. If any component b
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Other Information Specifications Color System: NTSC Screen Size: 5.6 inches Audio Track: 1 Track Tape Width: 12.7 mm Tape Speed SP: 33.35 mm/s Playback Time: 180 minutes with T-180 set to the SP speed mode Fast-Forward/Rewind Time: Less than 7 minutes with T-120 Video Output: 1.0 Vp/p, 75 Ohm, unbalanced Video S/N: Better than 40 dB Audio Output: 2x0.5 W Audio S/N: Better than 40 dB Power Supply: DC 12V, AC~120V 60Hz Power Consumption: AC (wall outlet): 35W DC (cigarette lighter adapter): 25W Op
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Warranty 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 unit’s date of purchase an
