3 ” COLOR TV/MONITOR DC OPERATION WITH REMOTE CONTROL AVT–1498 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR THE VAN AND AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES
RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES FOR THE USE OF A VIDEO MONITOR/TV IN A MOTOR VEHICLE * A VIDEO MONITOR /TV is designed for rear passenger viewing only. This product may only be installed in the rear seat compartment of the vehicle, out of the driver's view. * Installation in any other area of the vehicle, including anywhere within the driver's view, is illegal in most states, provinces and countries and may lead to driver distraction resulting in an accident, injury and or death.
EXPLANATION OF GRAPHIC SYMBOLS: CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instruction should be read before the appliance is 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. operated. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed.
9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operations of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video products on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation. e. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f .
SERVICE SAFETY INFORMATION 1. For your protection, please read these instructions completely and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions. 2. Electrical components that are likely to be replaced in the field and that are critical with respect to the safety are identified on the schematic diagram by the symbol ! . 3. Warning: This product includes critical mechanical and electrical parts which are essential for X radiation safety.
POWER REQUIREMENTS POWER SUPPLY The AVT-1498 is designed for 12 Volt operation. CAR BATTERY OPERATION A cigarette lighter adapter cable is supplied for use in any 12 Volt, negative ground battery vehicle. Simply insert the DC plug on the end of the cable into the DC POWER JACK (10) on the back of the TV set, and the other end of the cable into the cigarette lighter receptacle of the vehicle. The television is now ready for operation.
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À. Á. Â. Ã. Ä. Å. Æ. POWER Button • Press once to turn on TV. • Press again to turn off TV. VOLUME Buttons • Press VOLUME “+” to increase volume, or press VOLUME “–” to decrease volume. • The “+” and “–” buttons are also used to adjust the picture. When the PICTURE display disappears from the screen. These buttons once again become the volume adjustment controls. CHANNEL Buttons • Press CHANNEL to see the next higher channel in memory. • Press CHANNEL to see the next lower channel in memory.
2. Rear Panel Controls ANT. CAUTION:FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINTS RISK OF FIRE REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 5A, 250V FUSE. * OUT INPUT-1 VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO DC INPUT 12-14V FUSE T5A/250V INPUT-3 VIDEO AUDIO EXT. SPK. DC 12-14V + – • 12 Antenna Jack 11 DC Input Jack 8 Fuse Holder ANT. CAUTION:FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINTS RISK OF FIRE REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 5A, 250V FUSE. * OUT INPUT-1 VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO DC INPUT 12-14V FUSE T5A/250V INPUT-3 VIDEO AUDIO EXT. SPK.
8 . FUSE Holder 9 . 10 . 11 . 12 . 13 . * 14 . • There is a safety fuse in the holder. • The fuse is a 5-amp, 125/250V (slow blow type). External Speaker Jack • You can plug an optional Speaker into this jack for private listening. • When the plug of an external speaker is attached, the sound will come through the external speaker instead of the TV speaker. DC Input Jack • For car use, the TV is designed for negative (–) ground 12V DC operation only.
DESCRIPTION OF PARENTAL CONTROL SETTINGS 1. 2. 3. 4. The TV Guidelines set the standard for the TV programs, excluding sports and news. Use the CH buttons to select, – VOL + buttons to adjust. You can set individual settings with – VOL + buttons. The Movie ratings set the standard for movie, video, and other media excluding TV programs. Use the CH buttons to select, – VOL + buttons to adjust. The no rating item toggles between “Unblock” and “Block”.
BATTERY INSTALLATION Before attempting to operate your Remote Control, install batteries as described below. 1. Turn the Remote Control face down. Press down on the ridged area of the battery cover and slide it off. 2. Install two “AAA” batteries as shown. Make sure that proper polarity (+ or –) is observed. 3. Slide the cover back until it clicks.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 1. TV PARTS: 1. TV POWER Press this button to turn on the set. Press the button again to turn the set off. 2. Direct Access (0-9, 1--) Number Buttons Use these buttons to select a channel. The channel number chosen will be displayed on the screen for about four seconds. To select channels 0-99, press two number buttons. For example, to select channel 8, press 0, 8. To select channels above 100, press the 1-- button, then the number buttons for the last two digits of the channel.
5. MENU Button Press the MENU button. The MENU display appears. Use s and t buttons to select desired function, then press ENTER button to end the choice. 6. TV/VIDEO Button Press this button to access the AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks, on the front and rear of the TV. As the button is pressed, the on-screen display will cycle as follows: TV VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 7. MUTE Button Press this button to turn the TV sound off. Press again to restore sound to the previously set level.
10. AUTO PROGRAM Button Select the regular channel broadcast TV or CABLE TV for AUTO PROGRAM. When the AUTO PROGRAM button is pressed, the TV screen will show an IMPORTANT information screen, all the channel numbers for TV or CABLE TV will be scanned. The broadcasting signals will be detected and automatically stored. IMPORTANT Reception on any TV in a mobile environment may be affected by: Vehicle movement, weather, distance from TV station, etc..
2. VCP PARTS: 13. VCP POWER Button This button is used to turn the unit on and off. 14. "REW" REWIND Button If this button is pushed while the tape is stopped, the tape will rewind. If this button is pushed while the tape is playing, the VCP will go into rewind search mode. For more information on search feature of the VCP, consult VCP owner's manual. 15. PLAY Button Press this button to activate play mode while a tape is loaded into the VCP.
ADJUSTING THE PICTURE When watching TV programs, the quality of the picture can be adjusted to suit your taste. 1. Press MENU. The main menu appears. MENU 2. MAIN MENU SELECT VIDEO CLOSED CAPTION SET PICTURE AUTO-PROGRAM ANTENNA INPUT V-CHIP PROTECT SET PASSWORD Press either CHANNEL s or t to select the function. Make sure the highlight bar is PICTURE and then press ENTER.
3. Select the item to adjust. For example: To adjust brightness, press CHANNEL t or s to select BRIGHTNESS and press ENTER. CHANNEL PICTURE COLOR CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS TINT RESET 4. 32 BRIGHTNESS ENTER – + Adjust the level: Press VOLUME “–” or “+” to adjust the level.
5. To adjust other items, repeat all above. Notes: • The menu or display disappears from the screen if you do not press – or + within a few seconds. Whenever a menu or display disappears from the screen, the – and + buttons on the front of the TV become the volume adjustment buttons. • If you want to adjust the picture only. You can use the remote control, simply press the PICTURE SELECT. Details are on page 9.
SETTING CLOSED CAPTIONING CLOSED CAPTIONING Closed captioning lets you display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to the hearing impaired or anyone who wants to watch a program without the sound. There are two types of closed captioning available: C1 (Caption 1) and C2 (Caption 2). C1 display the full translation of the primary language in your area. C2 may be used as a source for secondary languages, simplified English, or other translations transmitted in your area.
2. Press either CHANNEL t or s to select the function. Make sure the highlight bar is CAPTION and then press ENTER. CHANNEL MAIN MENU SELECT VIDEO CLOSED CAPTION SET PICTURE AUTO-PROGRAM ANTENNA INPUT V-CHIP PROTECT SET PASSWORD 3. CAPTION CAPTION 1 ENTER CAPTION 2 TEXT 1 TEXT 2 OFF Press either CHANNEL t or s to select the item and then press ENTER.
CABLE TV TUNING PROCEDURE 1. 2. 3. Connect the CATV cable directly to the TV antenna terminal. Your local cable system operator's converter box should not be required unless certain premium channels are scrambled. Select the appropriate CATV setting with the TV/CATV button on the remote control. You can now select CATV programs by using the CHANNEL s/t buttons or the number buttons on the remote control. The chart below lists the total channel and cable count.
PARENTAL CONTROL SETTINGS This item helps parents set the standard for the programs their children are going to watch. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. With the TV on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu will appear. Use the t CH s buttons to select the “V-Chip Control” item. Use the – VOL + buttons to enter into “V-Chip Control” settings. After using the number buttons (0-9) to enter your password, the “V-Chip Control” menu will be displayed.
SETTING THE V-CHIP An age limitation can be set to forbid children to see and hear violent scenes or pictures for adults, etc. The TV/VCR responds to “TV RATING” and “MOVIE RATING”. To use the V-CHIP function, you must register a password. 1. Press MENU. This main menu appears. MENU MAIN MENU SELECT VIDEO CLOSED CAPTION SET PICTURE AUTO-PROGRAM ANTENNA INPUT V-CHIP PROTECT SET PASSWORD 1. Press either CHANNEL t or s to select the function. Make sure the highlight bar is SET PASSWORD and then press ENTER.
3. Enter the OLD password (4 digits) using the Direct channel selection buttons (0-9). 4. Enter the NEW password (4 digits) using the Direct channel selection buttons (0-9). NOTES : • The initial PASSWORD is “1111”. • If you forget the password, you cannot set the V-CHIP. • To avoid forgetting the password, write it down and Keep in a Safe place. TO SET THE V-CHIP 1. Press MENU. The main menu appears.
3. Press either CHANNEL t or s to select the function. Make sure the highlight bar is V-CHIP PROTECT and then press ENTER. MAIN MENU SELECT VIDEO CLOSED SET PICTURE AUTO-PROGRAM ANTENNA INPUT V-CHIP PROTECT SET PASSWORD CHANNEL s s ENTER PASSWORD V-CHIP ON/OFF TV OFF MOVIE OFF V/FV-VIOLENCE SITUATIONS-S. LANGUAGE-ADL. DIALOG-S. SUG. 3. Enter the password (4 digits) using the Direct channel. Selection buttons (0-9). “X” appears instead of the number. Note : The initial password is “1111”. 4.
TV-PG : Parental guidance TV-14 : 14 years old and above TV-MA : 17 years old and above • When you select TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA, press either CHANNEL t or s to select the contained rating. V/FV-VIOLENCE SITUATIONS-S. LANGUAGE-ADL. DIALOG-S SUG. • Press VOLUME + or – to block (RED) and unblock (GREEN). NOTE : The V-CHIP function is activated only on programs and tapes that the rating signal. 7.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION The following information will address TV antennas and attempt to give some insight into how TV antennas and their application affect television performance. UHF/VHF FREQUENCIES VHF (CH 2 - 13) and UHF (CH 14 - 69) signals are nearly identical with one critical difference: “wavelength.” VHF wavelengths are longer than UHF wavelengths. Therefore, the best antenna is one that closely matches the wavelength of the signal you are trying to receive.
Loss of Signal Loss of signal is another factor which should be considered. Every connection between the antenna and the TV will reduce signal. Coax connectors improperly attached to antenna cables will cause even more loss. Partially grounded roof rack antennas will also effect reception, especially VHF. Testing done on antenna systems has shown that as much as a 10% loss of signal can be measured across every connection.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION The following information will discuss DC power sources and how they affect 12 volt DC Audio and Video products. DC (DIRECT CURRENT) POWER A large number of our products are designed for 12 volt DC applications. The power is supplied by a variety of sources i.e., the battery, converters, ignition systems and solar power. General Specifications Our general specification for the voltage range of operation is 10 to 16 volts DC.
Amperage A TV will draw considerably more amperage than a VCP. For instance, a 9” TV will draw approximately 3.0 amps compared to a VCP that draws 1 amp while the tapes are being loaded or ejected. Checking the voltage of a TV while it is playing shows an approximate 1 volt drop, (11.5 VDC). The voltage at the VCP can be another .5 VDC (11 VDC) less than the TV.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM No Power CAUSE No 12 volt DC power to the set POSSIBLE SOLUTION *Check circuit fuse at source of power (see vehicle owners manual) Be sure TV switch in overhead switch panel is on Indicator light on front of set is not on Power cord is not plugged into DC outlet *Check that power cord is plugged into jack of TV DC power plug is not inserted into the jack on the TV *Check in-line fuse of power cord to set either on red wire or in lighter plug *Check fuse in TV (20 x 5 mm 5 amp)
SYMPTOM Set will not turn on by remote, indicator dimly lit CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION TV’s remote sensor blocked *Depress power button on front of TV Remote control inoperative *Start vehicle engine Discolored areas of picture (purple) Remote not in direct line with TV’s infrared sensor *Check for weak connection Batteries in remote *Replace Batteries Low voltage, low battery power *Replace Batteries Magnetic fields Turn TV on for one minute, turn TV off for 10 seconds then turn back on.
SYMPTOM Picture/No Sound CAUSE *External Speaker switch in *Switch exterior speaker to on off position position *TV muted *Switch mute off with remote *External speaker circuit broken *Unplug external speaker plugsound should come through front speaker *Volume level at minimum *Raise volume with remote or volume button on front of set behind control door No Picture, sound or local *TV in video mode reception *TV in one of three STDHRC-IRC cable modes Poor or weak reception POSSIBLE SOLUTION *Swit
SYMPTOM Poor or weak reception Poor or weak reception CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION *VCP power on (if applicable) *Turn off VCP *Connections between antenna and TV *Bad or poor coax connections; consult converter or manufacturer for antenna routing *Antenna not connected to TV *Check connection on rear of set. Antenna may be routed through VCP (check antenna connection to VCP) *Antenna grounded to vehicle.
ACCESSORIES LIST DESCRIPTION AVT-1498 13" Color Television with remote (12 Volt) AVT-988 9" Color Television with remote (12 Volt) AVT-597 5" Color Television with remote (12 Volt) AVT-975 9" Color Television with remote (12 Volt) AVT-1475 13" Color Television with remote (12 Volt) AVP-6750 Video Cassette Player (12 Volt) BPA-501-12 - 4 amp Adapter for use with AVT-975/AVT-988 9" and AVT-1498/AVT-1475 13" Televisions AC2A - 2 amp Adapter for use with AVT-597 5" TV and AVP-6750 Video Cassette Player Unified
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