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This page contains answers to common questions handled by our support staff, along with some tips and tricks that we have found useful and presented here as questions.
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1. DVD-555r or DVD-8000 - What is the difference?
2. FM modulators FAQ
3. My picture scrolls in black & white!
4. What's with the cordless headphones (NHP-12 & NHP-22)?
5. Multi Screen Applications
6. Installer Tip Sheet 1 - Covers
Tuners, NHP-12, NHP-22, NHP-1, NHP-11 & NHP-21
headphones- Downloadable PDF
7. Installer Tip Sheet 2 - Covers
DVD/screen Combos - Downloadable PDF
All our DVD players have an auxiliary
audio/video RCA input for games consoles,
cameras, TV tuners etc. This is particularly
handy if the screen only has 1 video source
input.
The DVD-555r has a built in amplifier & AM/FM radio tuner. It can be used as a direct replacement for your original or aftermarket stereo as it plays CD's, DVD's, Radio, MP3 etc etc. You can mount it in the same location easily & not
lose any features.
The DVD-8000 is din sized units & can
be mounted in the dash where there is a
spare pocket. They can also be remote mounted
if required (in the boot, under a seat
etc) They all have a slot drive like a
car cd player, as opposed to tray type
players. These are all
stand alone players as they do not have
a radio tuner built in.
All models except the DVD-555r come with
a remote eye, are multi-region & play MP3/DVD/VCD/S-VCD & audio
CD's etc.
Various formats such as DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+RW etc may play however as there
are so many software, firmware, hardware & media
combinations that it is almost impossible
to guarantee. If you have specific requirements
please contact us & we
can test a format for you.
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An FM modulator converts RCA signals to a car radio signal for tuning in on your FM radio. The unit plugs in between the radio & aerial on your existing car radio & automatically switches on & off.
A suitable frequency can be selected for your area depending on the frequency of your local radio stations.
NOTE - most fm modulators are not auto-switching
- our NFM-8 8 channel modulators auto-switch.
We now stock a wireless FM modulator (p/n
VFM-8T).
This means that it is not necessary to remove the original head unit to connect it up.
Set-up -
there is a small hole in the body of most
modulators which is used to match the signal
input to your RCA source unit. Turn fully
anti-clockwise then bring up very, very
slightly. Keep the volume on the DVD low
(2-3max) & control the volume from
the car radio.
If you still have distortion you can insert
a 150K Ohm resistor in-line of each of
the positive (centre) wires of the RCA
inputs. One is required for each channel.
Our FM mods are designed for a wide range
of products & proper set-up is sometimes
required. You will find this most sensitive
on CD audio.
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The output of your source - DVD, TV Tuner, Games console etc must match the format for the screen/s. Set the source to PAL where possible, otherwise set your screen to NTSC as a last resort. The format for Australia is PAL however as long as they match the scrolling will stop.
Check your owners manual to set your DVD to default power up to PAL or NTSC as desired. We set them to default in Pal mode prior to shipping. Manual adjustment can be done via the P/N button on the remote on some models, otherwise the default mode can be set in the menu.
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We do a dual source headphone kit (NHP-22) which takes 2 x sources & is selectable from the headphone. Either headphone can listen to either of the 2 sources at the same time. They power off when the signal is gone & work up to 60m & are not "line of sight"
The NHP-12 is a cordless headphone kit that includes the following items;
2 x Cordless headphones - 2 x AA batteries required for each headphone.
1 x Sender Unit - powered by 12 volts.
1 x twin RCA to stereo 3.5mm lead adaptor - connects the RCA signal from your source.
Extra single headphones can be purchased (p/n NHP-11)
Our packs that have screens with built in senders do not include the sender.
If you lose 1 channel check that the 3.5mm plug is inserted fully into the sender unit (older models only)
If you have interference ensure a good 12v power supply & high quality RCA leads are used. Earth to a separate point on the chassis if required. Try running the RCA leads via an alternate path avoiding power wires & car computers.
Also remember to have good batteries. The range is up to 7 metres with strong batteries & will reduce as the batteries go lower in voltage.
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When more than 1 screen is used from a single source you may need a multi video amplifier (p/n MVA-5)
This gives you 5 video outputs from a
single source. Our packs that have multi-screens
include an MVA-5.
For a more controlled application try the AVS-4003 which allows up to 3 screens from up to 4 sources individually selectable via remote control. IE child 1 watches DVD while child 2 watches TV, while nanna plays her PS2.
You can also "daisy chain" the AVS-4003
for more complex installations for up to
60 screens. Control is via a remote control
remote eye which is supplied complete with
remote control.
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