RCA BLV552 User's Manual
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3. dust should be avoided Make sure you have any plug adapters that you might need before taking your player to other countries Consult your dealer for advice Wired Headphones You can use up to two optional wired headphones with the player The unit comes with two headphone jacks located on each side of the jack panel Note Plugging an optional headset into jack number 2 will cause both internal speakers to turn off 16 Chapter 3 Specifications Color System Screen Size Audio Track Tape Width Tape Speed SP Playback Time Fast Forward Rewind Time Video Output Video S N Audio Output Audio S N Power Supply Power Consumption Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Dimensions WxHxD Other Information NTSC 5 6 inches 1 Track 12 7 mm 33 35 mm s 180 minutes with T 180 set to the SP speed mode Less than 7 minutes with T 120 1 0 Vp p 75 Ohm unbalanced Better than 40 dB 2x0 5 W Better than 40 dB DC 12V AC 120V 60Hz AC wall outlet 35W DC cigarette lighter adapter 25W 10 75 percent 4 149 degrees Fahrenheit 15 65 degrees Centigrade 10 82 x 5 9 x 16 73 inches 275 x 150 x 425 mm Chapter 3 17 Warranty Warranty What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e 1 year from date of purchase Unit exchange which includes parts and labor e The warranty for rental units begins with the f
4. how to install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Cleaning of Audio Video heads Product Registration e 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 e 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 How state law relates to warranty e Some states
5. Mobile Video Cassette Player User s Guide BLV552 Important Information WARNING CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do i 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 charger to rain or dangerous voltage indicates important moisture inside the product that instructions presents a risk of electric accompanying the shock or personal injury product product or AC This symbol indicates This symbol Caution To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert Attention Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond Refer to the identification rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this product Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card packed separately and return it immediately Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed
6. 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 e 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 e 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 Chapter 3 19 Index A A V Jacks 12 AUX Jacks 12 C Care and Storage 15 Cigarette lighter Converter 1 Cleaning 15 Control Panel 1 F Features 1 G Game Attachment 1 H Headphones 1 16 Installation hotel office or home 8 vehicle 7 L LCD Displays 1 M Monitor external 12 LCD 1 P Power 1 Precautions 6 S Safety information 2 Specifications 17 T Tapes watching 11 Tips troubleshooting 14 Travel Tips 16 Troubleshooting 14 V Video Games playing 11 20 Chapter 3 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 2001 Thomson multimedia Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Re
7. e 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 e 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 e A brief note describing your receiver problem e Your name address and phone number Option II 1 For a fee of 10 00 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 Ifthe 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 e 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 e Carefully pack the u
8. e for a few minutes after you stop the unit Snowy or no picture during playback e Check video cable connections between the player and any connected monitor e Try another tape Streaks in picture during normal playback e Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out Will not play e Check to make sure there is a tape in the player e Try ejecting and reinserting the tape e Check to make sure the tape is not broken Tape plays back in slow motion e Press PLAY to return to normal playback 14 Chapter 3 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 unit to swinging shaking or dropping Do not store the player in temperatures below 4 F 15 C or above 149 F 65 C When not in use always remove any inserted tape and the power supply Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes Cleaning the Player 1 Clean the exterior wiping gently with a soft cloth For heavy dirt use diluted mild soap and wring the clot
9. e not included PIN ASSIGNMENT 1 POWER DC 12V OUTPUT CAUTION For vehicle use connect the 2 N C or IR REPEAT OUTPUT bile vid l f 3 POWER GND OUTPUT mobile video player only to a factory 4 VIDEO OUTPUT equipped compatible display To 5 VIDEO GND determine full compatibility check the 6 AUDIO R OUTPUT owners user guide provided by your 7 AUDIO GND 3 AUDIO L OUTPUT vehicle manufacturer Damage can occur using a non compatible monitor if it does not have a fully compatible 8 pin input jack For the specific wiring function of each electrical pin within the jack see the illustration at left 12 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Other Information Chapter Overview Troubleshooting Care and Cleaning Traveling Tips Wired Headphones Specifications Customer Assistance and Service Warranty Index Changing Entertainment Again 4 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 e Check to make sure all power cord connections are tight and plugged into an operating power source Rewind does not operate e Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound The VCP makes noise when stopped e The player is removing the tape from the playheads A sound is normal The head cylinder inside the player will continue to rotat
10. e specifics of the mobile player s system please take a moment to review the following precautions e When in a car the player must be powered from the Accessory switch setting G 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 discharging disconnect the player s power cable from the lighter jack when not in use e Make sure to install the player according to the instructions in this manual e Use only the approved power adapter supplied with your player Always disconnect the adapter from the lighter socket or wall outlet before disconnecting the power cord from the player e Never plug or unplug the player with wet hands Always unplug the unit if you are not going to use it for an extended period of time e Never use chemicals such as paint thinner solvents ammonia or any other harsh cleaners on any part of the player Remove dust and dirt using a damp cloth e AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCKS Never attempt to remove the panel of the player s LCD monitor e Always remove tapes from the player after use 6 Chapter 1 Installation Storage Fee i Compartment Pons 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
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12. h well Then wipe again with a dry cloth To clean the LCD monitor raise it to the vertical position Wipe gently with a soft cloth Notes e Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as alcohol e Cleaning should be done only after the power supply has been disconnected e Mold may form if the monitor is left dirty e When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth refer to the cautions of each product Chapter 3 15 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 becomes wet turn off the power and take the unit to an authorized RCA service provider Do not use a power supply cord other than the one supplied with the player Using the wrong power accessories might cause damage to the unit Travel Tips Write down your player s serial number and keep it separate from the unit when traveling If your player is lost or stolen you will be able to identify it Use extra care to avoid damage to your player and accessories when operating them at a beach or pool Spray sand and
13. 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 compartment other than the AC cord or the supplied car cigarette lighter cord 3 Fasten the safety belt strap by inserting and passing it through the video player s two end slot openings as shown 4 Plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the DC POWER CAR jack on the back panel of the player Attach the other end of the power cord to the car s cigarette lighter Note Make sure the car s ignition is on before plugging the player s adapter into the cigarette lighter socket Adjust the LCD monitor angle for desired viewing If desired connect headphones to either of the two headphone jacks on the back of the player Chapter 1 7 Installation HEADPHONE HEADPHONE JACK 1 JACK 2 AUDIO VIDEO 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 power cord fully into the outle
14. irst 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 e Call 1 800 951 9582 and have your unit s date of purchase and model serial number ready The model serial number information is on the back of your unit e A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone e Ifthe 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 10 handling fee if the unit is subsequently received 4 Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit s carton Shipping instructions will be included on th
15. nit 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 18 Chapter 3 Warranty e 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 unit s problem 3 Your name address and phone number e The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier s 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 e After we receive your product a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you 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 e Units purchased or serviced outside the U S A e Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson e Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pickup the replacement unit in a timely manner e Customer Instruction Your Owner s Manual describes
16. t Adjust the LCD monitor s angle for desired viewing If desired connect headphones to either of the two headphone jacks on the back of the player 8 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Using the System Chapter Overview e Controls Indicators and Connectors e Watching Tapes e Playing Video Games e Using the Auxiliary jacks Changing Entertainment Again Using the System Controls Indicators and Connectors HEADPHONE HEADPHONE JACK 1 JACK 2 AUDIO VIDEO AC POWER AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS HOME INPUT JACKS EXTERNAL DC POWER PANEL CAR VOLUME DOWN Pay all VOLUME UP AH is POWER a PICTURE BUTTON H BUTTON PLAY BUTTON pie STOP BUTTON BUTTON 10 Chapter 2 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 PICTURE button to display an on screen menu with color tint brightness and contrast information 2 Use the VOLUME button to move the on screen highlight to
17. the desired choice 3 Press the PICTURE button to select it 4 Use the VOLUME button to adjust individual settings up and down Each button is illustrated in the Controls Indicators and Connectors diagrams on the opposite page Playing Video Games There are three jacks on the player s jack panel The jacks are labeled Video Audio L and Audio R Plug the video output from your video game machine into the yellow Video input jack on the player Plug the Audio cable s from the game machine into the corresponding Audio input jacks on the player Note Prior to connecting any video game console make sure any tape in the player is stopped Chapter 2 11 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 device like a VCR using the A V output jacks BPIN DIN JACK Using an External Monitor Your player has a monitor port in the rear which provides DC 12V and A V output in one DIN socket Connect the the unit via the monitor port to an external monitor or TV monitor cabl
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