Jensen VM9312HD User Manual

Multimedia Receiver  
VM9312HD  
Installation and Operation Manual  
SAT  
READY  
PRESS AUDIO  
VM9312HD  
Watts Peak  
40W x 4  
160  
VM9312HD  
CONTENTS  
Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s  
manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to  
use all the features of your new Jensen VM9312HD Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum  
enjoyment.  
Preparation............................................................................................................................ 1  
Installation............................................................................................................................. 2  
Controls and Indicators ......................................................................................................... 6  
Remote Control..................................................................................................................... 8  
Using the TFT Monitor ........................................................................................................ 11  
Operating Instructions......................................................................................................... 12  
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................... 13  
Tuner Operation.................................................................................................................. 15  
Satellite Radio Operation .................................................................................................... 17  
DVD/VCD Video Operation................................................................................................. 19  
DVD/CD Audio Operation ................................................................................................... 22  
MP3/WMA Operation .......................................................................................................... 23  
iPod Operation .................................................................................................................... 25  
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 26  
Specifications...................................................................................................................... 29  
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PREPARATION  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9312HD  
Mobile Multimedia Receiver.  
MediaLink1 includes the following connectivity:  
jLinkDirect 8-pin DIN for iPod  
3.5mm audio only Input  
RCA Audio / Video Input  
WARNING! Only connect the unit to a12-volt power  
supply with proper grounding.  
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning  
the installation. We recommend having your Jensen  
VM9312HD installed by a reputable installation shop.  
Chassis  
WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and  
viewing could interfere with safe driving conditions.  
1.0 DIN (Import / ISO-DIN Mountable)  
Features  
DVD  
Motorized Flip-Out / Flip-Up LCD Screen  
8 Character / Segment Type Secondary LCD Display  
7" TFT Active Matrix LCD w/ Anti-Glare Coating  
336,960 Sub Pixels (1440W X 234H)  
Pixel Pitch – 0.321W X 0.370H  
Screen Tilt / Angle Adjustment  
Beep Tone Confirmation (On-OFF Option)  
Heat Management System – Forced Air Cooling to keep  
the chip sets operating at nominal temperatures  
Aspect Ratio - Full and Normal  
Fast Forward - 2X, 4X, 8X and 32X  
Slow Motion - 1/2, 1/4, 1/6 and 1/7  
Play, Pause, Stop, Next Chapter and Previous Chapter  
WARNING! To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except  
when using for rear view video camera) never use the  
video display function while driving the vehicle. This is a  
violation of federal law.  
CD / MP3 / WMA  
CD-Text Compatible  
ID3 Tag Compatible  
Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)  
Direct Track Access via Remote Control  
Burn up to 1500 MP3 and WMA Files onto a DVD+R /  
RW  
WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit.  
General  
44-Key Infrared Remote Control  
WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or fire, never  
expose this unit to moisture or water.  
Two Composite Video Outputs for Additional Screens  
Two Audio / Video Auxiliary Inputs for Game Console,  
Camcorder, etc.  
Navigation Ready (Nav101 Only)  
Three-Band Tone control (Bass, Mid and Treble) w/  
Eight Preset EQ Curves  
Front, Rear and Subwoofer Line Output  
Subwoofer Phase Control – 0 ~ 180 degrees  
Programmable Volume Control  
Rear Camera Input (Normal and Mirror Image View)  
Touch Screen Calibration Mode  
100-Ohm Preamp Line Output – All Audio Channels  
2VRMS Line Output – All Channels  
Rotary Encoder Audio Control  
Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search (CD-DA Only)  
Random, Repeat and Intro  
Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track  
WARNING! Never use irregular discs.  
Tuner  
WARNING! To prevent damage to the mechanism inside  
this unit, avoid impact to the TFT monitor.  
HD Radio Tuner*  
USA / Europe Frequency Spacing  
24 Station Presets (18 FM / 6 AM)  
Auto Stereo / Mono  
Auto Store  
RDS - Radio Data System  
WARNING! Using an improper fuse may cause damage  
to the unit and result in a fire.  
Sat Radio Ready  
WARNING! The monitor employs an automatic motorized  
mechanism. To prevent damage to the core mechanism,  
please do not push, pull or swivel the monitor manually.  
Compatible with XM and Sirius Tuners (Sold Separately)  
Requires XMDJEN100 or JXMC cables for XMD1000  
only (Sold Separately)  
5-Way Joystick  
SWC Interface – Compatible with PAC adapter SWI-PS  
Steering Wheel Control Interface, sold separately  
Satellite Channel Name, Artist, Song and Categories  
displayed on TFT Screen  
iPod  
jLinkDirect - High Speed Direct Connect Interface to  
Access iPod Playlists, Artists, Albums, Songs, Photos**  
and Video**. (Requires Gen 5.5 or earlier photo or video  
iPod. iPod Touch, iPod Classic and iPod Nano with  
video will only play music files.  
Power Management Charges iPod while Connected  
Requires jLinkCable iPod Interface Cable (included)  
*HD Radio™ Technology Manufactured Under License From  
iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign Patents. The  
HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of  
iBiquity Digital Corporation.  
MediaLink  
Under dash Interface allows Portable Media Devices to  
be connected  
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INSTALLATION  
b. Install half-sleeve into adapter or dashboard (use  
only the supplied screws). Do not force the sleeve  
into the opening or cause it to bend or bow.  
c. Locate the series of bend-tabs along the top,  
bottom and sides of the mounting sleeve. With the  
sleeve fully inserted into the dashboard opening,  
bend as many of the tabs outward as necessary so  
that the sleeve is firmly secured to the dashboard.  
d. Install support strap to make the unit more stable.  
What’s in the Box  
1. Cosmetic trim ring  
2. Wiring harness power/speaker  
3. Mounting hardware for VM9312HD  
4. Single DIN sleeve  
5. HD Radio Module  
6. HD Radio Module connecting DIN cable  
7. Remote Control  
8. Parking brake sensor extension wire  
9. Media Link Module  
10. Mounting hardware for HD Radio Module  
11. Owners Manual  
Tools and Supplies  
You will need these tools and supplies to install your  
VM9312HD:  
Torx type, flat-head and Philips screwdrivers  
Wire cutters and strippers  
Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver, socket  
wrench set or other tools)  
Electrical tape  
Crimping tool  
Volt meter/test light  
Crimp connections  
18 gauge wire for power connections  
16 – 18 gauge speaker wire  
INSTALL HALF SLEEVE  
12. Quick Start Guide  
Optional Equipment  
Disconnecting the Battery  
To prevent a short circuit, be sure to turn off the ignition and  
remove the negative (-) battery cable prior to installation.  
NAV101  
The VM9312HD is "navigation ready." Before accessing  
any navigation features, you must purchase and install  
the NAV101 module. All installation and operating  
instructions will be included with the NAV101 navigation  
module.  
NOTE: If the VM9312HD is to be installed in a car  
equipped with an on-board drive or navigation computer,  
do not disconnect the battery cable. If the cable is  
disconnected, the computer memory may be lost. Under  
these conditions, use extra caution during installation to  
avoid causing a short circuit.  
Once the NAV101 is connected and operating properly,  
the NAV source mode will become active. While the  
NAV101 is not installed, the NAV option appears gray,  
indicating the function is not available.  
Rear Camera  
Pre-installation  
The VM9312HD is "camera ready." Before accessing  
any camera features, you must purchase and install a  
rear video camera. Once the rear camera is connected  
and operating properly, the CAMERA source mode will  
become active. While the camera is not installed, the  
CAMERA option appears gray, indicating the function is  
not available.  
1. Press the metal levers on both sides to remove the half-  
sleeve from the radio.  
CAUTION! Be careful not to damage the car wiring.  
PREPARE RADIO  
3. Place the radio in front of the dashboard opening so the  
wiring can be brought through the mounting sleeve.  
Satellite Radio Tuner  
See “Satellite Radio Operation” on page 17.  
iPod  
Wiring  
Complete wiring as illustrated in the wiring diagram on page  
3. Once the wiring is complete, reconnect the battery  
negative terminal. If there is no ACC available, connect the  
ACC lead to the power supply with a switch.  
See “MP3/WMA Operation” on page 23.  
BAND  
AS/PS  
PR  
ES  
S
A
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IO  
LO  
/DX  
V
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9
3
1
2
S
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DISP  
OPEN  
EJ  
EC  
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NOTE: When replacing a fuse, be sure to use correct  
type and amperage to avoid damaging the radio. The  
VM9312HD uses one 15 amp mini-ATM fuse, located in  
the black filter box in-line with the main wire harness.  
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2. Install the half-sleeve.  
a. Install adapter if necessary (optional).  
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Final Installation  
Final ISO-DIN Installation  
After completing the wiring connections, turn the unit on to  
confirm operation (ignition switch must be on). If unit does not  
operate, recheck all wiring until problem is corrected. Once  
proper operation is achieved, turn off the ignition switch and  
proceed with final mounting of the chassis.  
FINAL INSTALLATION  
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5
1. Connect wiring adapter to existing wiring harness.  
2. Connect antenna lead.  
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3. Carefully slide the radio into the half-sleeve, making  
sure it is right-side-up, until it is fully seated and the  
spring clips lock it into place.  
NOTE: For proper operation of the CD/DVD player, the  
chassis must be mounted within 20° of horizontal. Make  
sure the unit is mounted within this limitation.  
BAND  
AS/PS  
2
PR  
ES  
S
AU  
DI  
X
LO  
O
/D  
V
M
9
3
1
2
S
R
C
DISP  
OPEN  
EJ  
EC  
T
M
U
TE  
4. Attach one end of the perforated support strap  
(supplied) to the screw stud on the rear of the chassis  
using the hex nut provided. Fasten the other end of the  
perforated strap to a secure part of the dashboard either  
above or below the radio using the screw and hex nut  
provided. Bend the strap to position it as necessary.  
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1. Remove trim ring.  
2. Mount factory brackets on new radio using existing  
screws from old radio.  
3. Slide radio chassis into dash opening and secure.  
4. Reinstall dash panel.  
CAUTION! The rear of the radio must be supported with  
the strap to prevent damage to the dashboard from the  
weight of the radio or improper operation due to  
vibration.  
FINAL ISO-DIN INSTALLATION  
5. Replace any items you removed from the dashboard.  
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B
AND  
A
S/PS  
PR  
ES  
S
A
UD  
LO  
/DX  
IO  
V
M
931  
2
SR  
C
DISP  
O
PEN  
EJE  
CT  
MUTE  
2
1
4
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VM9312HD  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
MediaLink  
Bus  
See the Module Connections diagram for more information about  
connecting a satellite receiver and an iPod (through the MediaLink).  
*
SAT Radio  
SAT L  
* Satellite  
Receiver  
Connections  
WHITE  
RED  
BLUE  
SUB.W  
External Power Amplifier  
RED  
SAT R  
FRONT R  
WHITE  
FRONT L  
RED  
YELLOW  
WHITE  
RED  
REAR R  
WHITE  
REAR L  
*MediaLink  
YELLOW  
External AV System  
WHITE  
RED  
(Requires PAC SWI-PS Interface Adapter, Sold Separately)  
SWC  
HD RADIO  
Connect to HD Module  
(See Module  
Connections Diagram)  
YELLOW  
YELLOW  
BLACK  
Rear Video 1  
VIDEO OUT 1  
NAV101 Input  
Rear Video 2  
Harness Cord  
VIDEO OUT 2  
MZ7-TFT  
Auto antenna control (connect to antenna  
control lead & power supply of antenna  
amplifier)  
MZ7-TFT Touch Screen  
(Sold Separately)  
BLUE  
ANT.CONT  
External power amplifier control  
BLUE/WHITE  
Rear View  
Video Camera  
P.CONT  
YELLOW  
Car Phone  
CAMERA  
PRK SW  
Mute (leave open if not connected)  
BROWN  
Car  
MUTE  
PARKING BRAKE  
PINK  
WHITE +  
FRONT L+  
+
REVERSE  
WHITE/BLACK -  
FRONT L  
FRONT R  
REAR R  
REAR L  
GREEN/WHITE  
REVERSE +  
FRONT L-  
RED  
GREY +  
FRONT R+  
FRONT R-  
GREY/BLACK -  
ACC  
Ignition Switch  
ACC  
PURPLE +  
REAR R+  
REAR R-  
BATTERY +  
PURPLE/BLACK -  
YELLOW  
BATT  
FUSE (15A)  
BATTERY  
GREEN +  
REAR L+  
REAR L-  
GREEN/BLACK -  
BLACK  
GND  
Ground  
Battery  
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MODULE CONNECTIONS  
Compatible SAT Tuners:  
1. XMD1000 (requires XMC or  
XMDJEN100 Cable Kit)  
2. CNP2000UC  
3. SC-C1 and SIRJEN2  
*** Requires Gen 5.5 or  
earlier photo or video  
iPod. iPod Touch, iPod  
Classic and iPod Nano  
with video will only play  
music files.  
***  
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS  
Button Operation  
1. OPEN  
3
4
1
2
Press to activate the automatic mechanical system and move  
the TFT monitor into viewing position. Press again to close  
the TFT.  
BAND  
AS  
DISP  
OPEN  
2. WIDE/DISP  
Press to adjust the display aspect of the picture to one of two  
settings: Full or Normal.  
WIDE CLOSE  
TILT PICTURE  
With the monitor closed, press the DISP button to cycle  
through information available on the LCD screen.  
When the NAV101 is connected to the VM9312HD, press  
and hold to display the navigation user interface. The TFT  
screen must be open for this function to operate.  
3. PICTURE/AS  
Press to adjust the Brightness and Contrast. Press the  
AUDIO button (5) to move between Brightness to Contrast.  
Turn the rotary encoder (5) to adjust the setting for the  
selected option.  
Press and hold the AS button to automatically store strong  
radio stations in the preset channels for the current band.  
17  
4. TILT/BAND  
Press to activate the tilt function. Use the joystick to make  
adjustments while the red tilt icon is flashing. Press once to  
adjust the downward tilt angle of the screen one step at a  
time or press and hold to adjust the angle in a continuous  
motion.  
With the monitor closed, press the BAND button to change  
the AM, FM or SAT band.  
5. AUDIO  
Rotate to adjust the volume. Press and release to enter and/  
or confirm audio settings.  
SAT  
READY  
160  
Watts  
6. SRC  
Press once to select playing mode.  
7. LCD Display  
VM9312HD  
PRESS AUDIO  
16  
15  
14  
13  
EJECT  
8. MUTE  
5
Press to silence the receiver. Press again to resume previous  
volume level.  
MUTE  
SRC  
NOTE: The VM9312HD features Softmute, which will  
allow the volume to increase or decrease gradually when  
the MUTE function is activated or deactivated.  
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10 11  
12  
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7
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS  
9. IR Remote Control Receiver  
3
4
1
2
10. (  
)
DVD Mode: Press once to play back the previous chapter/  
track.  
TUNER Mode: Press once to auto-search for the previous  
available radio station.  
BAND  
AS  
DISP  
OPEN  
MENU Mode: Press once to move the cursor to the left.  
11. (  
)
WIDE CLOSE  
TILT PICTURE  
DVD Mode: Press once for slow forward/slow reverse.  
TUNER Mode: Press to go down one frequency step.  
MENU Mode: Press once to move the cursor down.  
12. RESET  
Press to reset system settings to factory default (except the  
password and parental lock setting).  
13.Pause/Play/Enter  
Press to pause or resume plaback or to confirm current  
selection.  
14. (  
)
17  
DVD Mode: Press once to enter the next chapter or track.  
TUNER Mode: Press once to auto-search the next available  
radio station.  
MENU Mode: Press once to move the cursor to the right.  
15. (  
)
DVD Mode: Press once for fast forward/fast reverse.  
TUNER Mode: Press to go up one frequency step.  
MENU Mode: Press once to move the cursor up.  
16. (  
)
Press once for disc insertion/ejection.  
Press and hold to reset core mechanism position.  
17. TFT Display  
SAT  
READY  
160  
Watts  
VM9312HD  
PRESS AUDIO  
16  
15  
14  
13  
EJECT  
5
MUTE  
SRC  
9
6
10 11  
12  
8
7
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REMOTE CONTROL  
8
3
4
5
9
6
35  
1
2
MUSIC  
PHOTOS  
DISP  
VIDEO iPod  
10  
13  
28  
25  
11  
7
26  
27  
15  
WIDE  
TILT  
12  
14  
20  
18  
17  
22  
21  
16  
34  
33  
19  
32  
PRESET  
MENU  
23  
24  
SLOW  
SETUP  
CLEAR  
31  
30  
29  
NOTE: Your remote control may differ slightly  
from the one pictured here. The above diagram is  
for illustrative purposes only.  
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Table 1: Remote Control Functions  
Button  
Name  
Function  
TUNER  
Ref#  
DVD  
VCD  
CD/MP3  
SATELLITE  
iPod  
MENU  
1
Enters the main menu of the  
disc  
Turns on/off PBC when play-  
ing VCD  
Displays diagnostics screen  
Selects Photo mode  
TITLE  
MUTE  
2
Enters the title menu of the  
disc  
Plays first ten seconds of  
each chapter/title  
Selects Music mode  
3
4
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
Toggles on/off audio output  
Turns the power on/off  
POWER/  
AUDIO  
5
6
7
Changes the audio language  
for disc playback  
Selects Video mode  
REPT A-B  
REPT  
Setup to repeat playback from Setup to repeat playback from  
time frame A to time frame B  
time frame A to time frame B  
Repeats playback of current  
chapter  
Repeats playback of current  
chapter  
Repeats playback of current  
track  
Repeats playback of current  
track  
SRC  
8
9
Selects playing mode  
Selects playing mode  
Selects playing mode  
Selects playing mode  
Selects playing mode  
Selects playing mode  
SUBTITLE  
Language selection for subti-  
tle  
DISP  
10  
11  
Displays playing information  
Displays playing information  
Displays playing information  
Display playing information  
Displays playing information  
Navigates the preset station  
list  
PRESET  
12  
13  
Navigates the preset station  
list  
PRESET  
ANGLE  
Plays back disc in different  
angle for a scene  
Plays back Picture CD with  
different angle of picture dis-  
played  
14  
15  
16  
17  
Fast forwards the disc content Fast forwards the disc content  
Fast forwards the disc content  
Decreases volume  
Accesses iPod Menu  
Decreases volume  
Increases volume  
VOL -  
VOL +  
Decreases volume  
Increases volume  
Decreases volume  
Increases volume  
Decreases volume  
Increases volume  
Decreases volume  
Increases volume  
Increases volume  
Selects the previous chapter  
for playback  
Selects the previous chapter  
for playback  
Searches an available radio  
station by decreasing tuning  
frequency  
Selects the previous track for  
playback  
Searches an available radio  
station by decreasing tuning  
frequency  
Pauses playback/starts play-  
back  
18  
19  
Pauses playback/starts play-  
back  
Pauses playback/starts play-  
back  
Pauses playback/starts play-  
back  
Toggles the on-screen menu  
between CAT/CH mode  
Selects the next chapter for  
playback  
Selects the next chapter for  
playback  
Searches an available radio  
station by increasing tuning  
frequency  
Selects the next track for play- Searches an available radio  
back  
Selects the next track for play-  
back  
station by increasing tuning  
frequency  
BAND  
GOTO  
20  
21  
22  
Stops playback  
Stops playback  
Selects FM/AM band  
Stops playback  
Selects SAT1, SAT2, or SAT3  
band  
Goes to specific time frame  
and playback  
Goes to specific time frame  
and playback  
Slow playback/slow rewind  
playback  
Slow playback/slow rewind  
playback  
ZOOM  
PIC  
23  
24  
Zooms in/out on an image  
Displays set-up parameters  
Zooms in/out on an image  
Displays set-up parameters  
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Table 1: Remote Control Functions  
Button  
Function  
TUNER  
Name  
Ref#  
DVD  
VCD  
CD/MP3  
SATELLITE  
iPod  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
25  
Opens/closes the TFT moni-  
tor  
Opens/closes the TFT moni-  
tor  
Opens/closes the TFT moni-  
tor  
Opens/closes the TFT moni-  
tor  
Opens/closes the TFT monitor Opens/Closes the TFT monitor  
26  
27  
28  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
Decreases monitor tilt angle  
Increases monitor tilt angle  
DISP  
Selects display mode: FULL  
or NORMAL  
Selects display mode: FULL  
or NORMAL  
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 29  
6, 7, 8, 9, 0  
(Numeric  
Directly accesses chapter  
1-6 selects preset for current  
band  
Directly accesses track  
1-6 selects preset for current  
band  
Keypad)  
CLEAR  
30  
Delete entry or move back-  
Delete entry or move back-  
Delete entry or move back-  
Delete entry or move back-  
Delete entry or move back-  
Delete entry or move back-  
wards to correct error in Direct wards to correct error in Direct wards to correct error in Direct wards to correct error in Direct wards to correct error in Direct wards to correct error in Direct  
Access mode  
Access mode  
Access mode  
Access mode  
Access mode  
Access mode  
SETUP  
SEL  
31  
32  
33  
Displays Setup menu  
Displays Setup menu  
Displays Setup menu  
Displays Setup menu  
Displays Setup menu  
Displays Setup menu  
RDM  
Plays all chapters in random  
order  
Plays all tracks in random  
order  
Plays all tracks in random  
order  
SCN  
34  
35  
Plays the first ten seconds of  
each track  
EJECT  
Ejects disc  
Ejects disc  
Ejects disc  
Ejects disc  
Ejects disc  
Ejects disc  
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VM9312HD  
USING THE TFT MONITOR  
Open/Close TFT Monitor  
Open TFT Monitor  
Aspect Ratio  
Press the DISP button (28) on the remote control or DISP/  
WIDE button (2) on the monitor to adjust the aspect ratio as  
follows:  
Parking Brake Inhibit  
When the pink "Parking" wire is connected to the vehicle  
Parking Brake circuit, the front TFT monitor will display video  
when the Parking Brake is engaged. (When the pink wire is  
grounded via the Parking Brake circuit, video will be  
Press the OPEN button (1) on the front panel or press the  
(
) button (25) on the remote control to activate the  
mechanism that moves the display panel into the viewing  
position.  
displayed.)  
FULL  
Close TFT Monitor  
The entire screen is extended  
horizontally to the aspect ratio of 16 to  
9. The extension ratio is the same at  
any point.  
Monitor Movement Mechanism  
If an obstruction occurs in the monitor path, the following  
protective measurements can be executed to prevent  
damage to the mechanism or monitor:  
Press the OPEN button (1) on the front panel or press the  
(
) button (25) on the remote control to load the display  
panel back into the compartment.  
NORMAL  
TFT Monitor Auto Open  
If “TFT Auto Open” is “on” when the unit is turned on, the  
monitor automatically moves to the viewing position.  
The conventional display image has a  
4 to 3 ratio of horizontal to vertical,  
leaving a blank area on the right and  
left sides of the display.  
Table 3: Monitor Protective Measures  
Self  
Protection  
OPEN Button  
Pressed  
Power  
Obstruction  
Reconnected  
If “TFT Auto Open” is ”off” when the unit is turned on, press  
the OPEN button (1) or (  
control to move the monitor into the viewing position.  
) button (25) on the remote  
Monitor  
Monitor is  
Monitor fully Monitor is  
loading out automati-  
horizontally cally loaded  
into unit  
extended  
automati-  
cally loaded  
into unit  
Image Setting  
Table 2 shows the video output mode for each playing  
horizontally  
If “TFT Auto Open” is set to ”Manual”, the TFT will not close  
when the key is turned off.  
source.  
Monitor  
Unit stops at Monitor fully Monitor is  
Monitor Tilt Angle Adjustment  
loading in  
obstruction  
extended  
automati-  
cally loaded  
into unit  
horizontally point  
horizontally  
Table 2: Video Output Modes  
A known characteristic of LCD panels is the quality of the  
display in relationship to the viewing angle. The monitor  
angle can be adjusted for optimum viewing using one of the  
following methods:  
Playing Source  
Video Output Modes  
Monitor  
Unit stops at Monitor  
Monitor swiv-  
loading out obstruction  
swivels back els back to  
vertically  
point  
to the unit  
the unit  
AM/FM TUNER  
RGB Mode  
RGB Mode  
RGB Mode  
RGB Mode  
CVBS Mode  
Step by Step Angle Adjustment  
Monitor  
loading in  
vertically  
Unit stops at Monitor  
Monitor swiv-  
SAT TUNER  
iPod  
Press the ( ) or ( ) button on the remote control to adjust  
the tilt angle of the screen one step at a time.  
obstruction  
point  
swivels back els back to  
to the unit  
the unit  
DVD  
Continuous Angle Adjustment  
After the protective procedure is executed, normal operation  
is resumed by pressing the OPEN button (1) or disconnecting  
and reconnecting the power.  
Press and hold the ( ) or ( ) button on the remote control  
to adjust the tilt angle in a continuous motion.  
AUX IN  
*CVBS – Composite Video Baseband Signal  
Parameter Adjustment Procedure  
1. Enter Picture Quality Setting Mode:  
Press the PIC button (24) on the remote control or the  
PICTURE/AS button (3) on the monitor.  
2. Select Item to Set:  
Press the AUDIO button (5) on the control panel to  
select “BRIGHT” or “CONTRAST”.  
3. Set Parameters:  
Press the +/– buttons (15, 16) on the remote or turn the  
rotary encoder (5) on the control panel.  
4. Exit Picture Quality Setting Mode:  
Press the PIC button (24) on the remote control or the  
PICTURE/AS button (3) on the monitor  
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VM9312HD  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
SWC Functions  
2. Touch the screen or press the joystick button (13) to  
select the highlighted option.  
3. Touch the +/– buttons on the screen, press the |<<, >>|,  
>>, or << buttons (17, 19, 14, 22) on the remote control,  
or use the joystick to adjust the selected feature to the  
desired setting.  
Power On / Off  
The following controls are available for most vehicles:  
Press the /SRC button (6) on the unit (or the button (4)  
on the remote control) to turn the unit on. The buttons on the  
front of the unit light up and the current mode status appears  
in the LCD (7). You can also turn on the unit by pressing the  
OPEN button (1) and opening the TFT screen.  
1. Vol Up  
2. Vol Down  
3. Mute  
4. Seek Up / Next Track / ** Preset Up  
5. Seek Down / Previous Track / ** Preset Down  
6. SRC (Source)  
Table 4: Audio Adjustments  
Press and hold the button to power off the unit.The monitor  
is drawn back into the main compartment.  
7. ** Select  
8. ** Select  
9. Band  
Audio Function  
Adjustable Range  
Audible Beep Confirmation  
EQ  
User  
An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The  
Beep tone can be disabled through the Setup menu.  
Acoustic  
Urban  
** If additional steering wheel control buttons are available on  
the vehicle, function 7 / 8 may be assigned the "Select"  
feature. This feature / function may not be available on some  
vehicles.  
Rave  
Mute  
Latin  
Press the MUTE button (8) on the front panel or the MUTE  
button (3) on the remote to mute the volume from the unit.  
Press the MUTE button again to restore the volume. “MUTE”  
is displayed on the LCD. Adjusting the volume or using any of  
the audio setup features cancels the mute function.  
Select Operation  
Dance  
If "Select" (function 7 or 8) is held down and function 4 is  
pressed momentarily, Preset Up will be selected. If "Select"  
(function 7 or 8) is held down and function 5 is pressed  
momentarily, Preset Down will be selected.  
Hip Hop  
Rock  
BASS  
MID  
-14 to +14  
-14 to +14  
-14 to +14  
-14 to 0  
Grid  
Playing Source Selection  
Audio Control Menu  
TREB  
SUB  
Press the SRC button (6) on the front panel or the SRC  
button (8) on the remote to change between available playing  
sources in the following order: AM/FM, DISC, AUX IN1, AUX  
IN2, SAT, and CAMERA. The playing mode is displayed on  
the TFT and LCD screens.  
The Audio Control feature allows you to easily adjust your  
audio system to meet the acoustical characteristics of your  
vehicle, which vary depending on the type of vehicle and its  
measurements. Proper setting of the Fader and Balance  
boosts the effects of the cabin equalizer.  
BAL–FAD  
NOTE: The EQ mode will automatically change to  
“USER” when individual audio functions are adjusted.  
External peripheral devices can be connected to this unit via  
RCA output or MediaLink. Select “AUX-IN1” or “AUX IN2”  
mode to access and control connected auxiliary devices.  
Press the AUDIO button (5) on the front panel once to display  
the audio menu.  
The Audio menu will automatically exit after a few seconds of  
inactivity. To exit quickly, touch the top left corner of the  
screen or press and hold the AUDIO button (5).  
Volume Adjustment  
EQ  
User  
FAD BAL  
To increase or decrease the volume level, turn the rotary  
encoder (5) on the front panel or press the VOL+/ VOL-  
buttons (15, 16) on remote control. When the volume level  
reaches “0” or “40”, a beep sounds, indicating that the  
adjustment limit has been reached. The volume ranges from  
“0” to “40”. The LCD or TFT screen displays the volume level  
for 3 seconds.  
F
System Reset  
To correct a system halt or other illegal  
operation, use the tip of a pen to press  
the reset button (12) located on the  
front bottom-right corner of the unit. After a system reset, the  
unit restores all factory default settings.  
+14 —  
0 —  
0 —  
[RESET] Button  
L
R
–14 —  
–14 —  
R
Steering Wheel Control (SWC)  
BASS MID TREB  
SUB  
NOTE: If the unit is reset while a DVD is playing, the DVD  
resumes play once the reset is complete.  
The VM9312HD is compatible with the PAC (Pacific  
Accessory Corporation) steering wheel control adapter SWI-  
PS. A 3.5mm female connector (labeled “SWC Interface”) on  
the back of the head unit allows connectivity to the PAC  
adapter. Please refer to the instructions included with the  
PAC adapter for detailed installation information.  
User  
To adjust an audio feature:  
Line Mute  
If the “MUTE” wire is connected, audio output mutes when a  
telephone call is received by the car phone or when verbal  
navigation is performed.  
1. Use the touchscreen, press the (>>|)/(|<<) buttons (14,  
22) on the remote control, or use the joystick to highlight  
the audio feature to be adjusted.  
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VM9312HD  
SETUP MENU  
To access system settings, press the SETUP button (31) on  
the unit. A submenu appears in a second row with the  
selected option highlighted in blue.  
3. Select a new value by using the touchscreen or pressing  
the >> or << buttons (14, 22) on the remote control or  
the /\ or V buttons (18, 19) on the joystick.  
4. Use the touchscreen or press the >/|| button (18) on the  
remote control or press the joystick button (13) to  
confirm setup.  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
the remote control or touch the  
button on the screen to  
OSD  
English  
On Screen Display appears in  
English.  
enter the “SETUP” menu. The “GENERAL” sub-menu  
appears highlighted in blue.  
DVD Audio English  
DVD Audio is heard in English  
when the option is available.  
DVD Subti- English  
tle  
DVD subtitles automatically  
appear in English when avail-  
able.  
RADIO  
SETUP  
General Sub-menu Features  
Auto  
Off  
DVD subtitles appear accord-  
ing to the default subtitle lan-  
guage specified on the disc.  
Audio  
BACK  
General Language  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Rating  
Hardware  
P.VOL  
Clock Mode  
12Hr  
Clock  
Mode  
12Hr  
Clock displays 12 hour time  
using AM and PM.  
DVD subtitles do not appear  
automatically.  
Clock  
Tuner Region  
Beep  
04 : 31 AM  
USA  
24Hr  
Clock displays 24 hour time up  
to 23:59.  
Disc Menu  
English  
DVD menu (if applicable) is  
displayed in English.  
TS Cal  
Demo  
Clock  
(HH:MM)  
Clock appears in the top right  
corner of the screen and on the  
LCD screen during certain  
operations. NOTE: The AM/PM  
indication will change as you  
continue to adjust the hour past  
12.  
On  
Audio Sub-menu Features  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Accessing Menu Items  
Subwoofer  
Off  
On  
0
Turn the subwoofer on/off.  
Touch the sub-menu name, press the <<, >>, |<<, or >>|  
direction buttons (22,14, 17, 19) on the remote control, or use  
the joystick to select a sub-menu (Language, Audio, Rating,  
etc.).  
Tuner  
Region  
Region 1  
FM Band: 87.6MHz -  
107.9MHz, channel separation  
@ 100kHz  
Sub.W  
Phase  
Subwoofer output IN phase  
UK  
Europe  
Russia  
Africa  
180  
Subwoofer output OUT OF  
phase  
AM Band: 531kHz - 1602kHz,  
channel separation @ 9kHz  
NOTE: Depending on your  
installation, reversing the sub-  
woofer phase may increase  
Bass output.  
DIRECTION BUTTONS  
Region 2  
FM Band: 87.9MHz -  
107.9MHz, channel separation  
@ 200kHz  
USA  
Canada  
Mexico  
DRC  
Off  
On  
Employ the Dynamic Range  
Control for better playback for  
low volumes.  
AM Band: 530kHz - 1710kHz,  
South Amer- channel separation @ 10kHz  
ica  
Sub Filter  
80Hz  
Selecting a crossover fre-  
quency sets a cut-off frequency  
of the subwoofer's LPF (low-  
pass filter) and the “SMALL”  
speakers' HPF (high-pass fil-  
ter). The Crossover frequency  
setting has no effect if the sub-  
woofer is set to “OFF” and any  
other speaker is set to  
Beep  
On  
When turned on, an audible  
beep tone confirms each func-  
tion selection.  
120Hz  
160Hz  
Off  
No beep sounds.  
The features available for adjustment under the highlighted  
sub-menu option will appear in the center of the screen.  
Language Sub-menu Features  
If a DVD supports more than 1 Subtitle or Audio language, all  
the languages are available for selection during playback. If  
the selected language is not supported by the DVD, then the  
default language is used.  
Adjusting a Feature  
1. Use the touchscreen or press the /\ or V buttons (18, 19)  
“LARGE”.  
on the joystick to select the feature to be adjusted.  
2. Enter the option field for the feature you want to adjust  
by using the touchscreen or pressing the >/|| button (18)  
on the remote or the ENTER (joystick) button (13) on  
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VM9312HD  
Rating Sub-menu Features  
Hardware Sub-menu Features  
TS Cal (Screen Calibration)  
The DVD system has a built-in parental lock feature to  
prevent unauthorized persons from viewing restricted disc  
content. By default, the rating system is unlocked. Once  
setup, the parental lock is released only by entering the  
correct password. Once the password is entered, rating is  
available for setup.  
If the rear-view video camera is connected, the unit is on, and  
the TFT monitor is retracted inside the unit, the TFT monitor  
automatically moves into the viewing position and Camera  
mode is selected upon shifting into REVERSE gear. When  
shifting into DRIVE gear, the TFT monitor is retracted back  
inside unit.  
To access the “Screen Calibration” function from the SETUP  
menu, select the “TS CAL” option.  
After entering calibration mode, a crosshair appears in a  
corner quadrant of the screen. To begin calibration, press and  
hold the crosshair for one second until it moves to the next  
quadrant. Continue for each quadrant until the calibration is  
completed.  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Demo  
Password  
_ _ _ _  
Enter a 4-digit password to  
activate the “Rating” feature.  
Camera In  
Normal  
Mirror  
On  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Rating  
1. Kid Safe Select the appropriate rating  
TFT Auto  
Open  
The TFT panel automatically  
opens when the unit is turned  
on.  
Demo  
Auto Run  
Run  
On  
Click to begin demo program  
level for the intended audience.  
2. G  
Demo program runs automati-  
cally when the unit is turned on  
You may override higher rat-  
ings by using your password.  
3. PG  
Off  
You must press the OPEN but-  
ton (1) to open the TFT panel.  
4. PG-13  
5. PG-R  
6. R  
Off  
You must select “Run” from the  
Demo menu to initiate the  
demo program.  
Manual  
When the ignition is turned  
OFF, the TFT panel DOES  
NOT retract if it was previously  
out  
7. NC-17  
8. Adult  
Reset  
Exiting the System Setup Menu  
To exit setup mode and resume normal playback, press the  
SETUP button (31) on the remote control or touch the BACK  
button on the screen.  
Video Input NTSC  
(Input cir-  
The color signals are output in  
the standard NTSC format.  
Load Fac-  
tory  
Select “Reset” to restore the  
factory default settings for the  
Rating system only.  
cuitry auto-  
PAL  
The color signals are output in  
the standard PAL format.  
detects the  
video sig-  
nal from the  
Aux In  
Auto  
The color signal output is  
switched automatically based  
on the current video input sig-  
nal - NTSC or PAL.  
To reset the password, access the “RATING” menu and enter  
the current password. Once the correct password is entered,  
you can access the “Password” field and enter a new one.  
source).  
If the monitor is in display mode, the monitor automatically  
switches to CAMERA mode upon reverse driving. When the  
reverse driving stops, the monitor return to its original input  
mode.  
NOTE: Record the password and keep it in a safe place  
for future reference. The rating for each disc is marked  
on the disc, disc packing, or documentation. If the rating  
is not available on the disc, the parental lock feature is  
unavailable. Some discs restrict only portions of the disc  
and the appropriate content will play. For details, please  
refer to the disc description.  
P.VOL Sub-menu Features  
Setting  
Options  
Function  
Source  
Radio  
Disc  
Choose a source for which you  
would like to increase the rela-  
tive volume (LEVEL).  
AUX IN1  
AUX IN2  
SAT  
iPod  
Level  
0-6  
Increase relative volume for  
specified source up to 6 decib-  
bels.  
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VM9312HD  
TUNER OPERATION  
5. Tuning mode indicator  
About HD Radio™ Technology  
6. Preset radio stations: Touch to recall preset stations  
7. Program Information:Titlle, Artist, Type  
NOTE: The amount of information displayed when  
receiving an HD Radio signal is dependent upon what is  
being broadcast. Some stations broadcast their call  
letters (name), the artist's name, song title, and category  
of music.  
8. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings  
9. Touch to access the direct entry screen  
10. HD band indicator  
11. |<<: Touch to seek backward  
12. >>|: Touch to seek forward  
13. <<: Touch to tune backward one step, including  
multicast channels  
14. >>: Touch to tune forward one step, including multicast  
channels  
NOTE: The BAND button on the unit only works when the  
TFT is closed.  
HD Radio technology allows CD-quality digital broadcasting  
of your local AM and FM radio stations. HD Radio broadcasts  
can include multiple channels on the same frequency, which  
is called multicasting. With multicasting, you can receive up  
to eight additional multicast channels: HD1~HD8. With your  
VM9312HD radio, you will receive HD Radio digital  
broadcasts automatically when tuned to a station that offers  
HD Radio technology.  
Selecting a Tuning Mode  
Touch the A/D button (22) to choose from the following  
modes:  
Auto: Search for both digital and analog stations.  
Analog: Search and broadcast only analog channels.  
Digital: Search and broadcast only digital stations.  
Tuner TFT Display  
Tuning  
4
23  
8
1
2
5
10  
16  
3
Not all FM or AM stations offer HD Radio (digital)  
broadcasting. You can receive both analog and digital  
stations with the VM9312HD.  
01:02 PM  
Seek Tuning  
FM 101.9 MHz HD-1  
Auto HD  
WJHM-FM  
RADIO  
15. BAND: Touch to change between AM/FM bands  
16. Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new  
playback source  
17. MEM: View screen used to enter current channel into  
preset memory  
To seek the next station:  
Touch the >>| button on screen (13).  
Press the >>| button (19) on remote control.  
Press the > button on the joystick (14).  
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Q
P1  
P2  
P3  
P4  
P5  
P6  
87.5  
MHz  
MHz  
MHz  
MHz  
MHz  
MHz  
90.1  
98.1  
To seek the previous station:  
106.1  
107.9  
102.9  
18. 1/2 or 2/2: Touch this page button to view a second page  
of on-screen buttons.  
Touch the |<< button on screen (12).  
Press the |<< button (17) on the remote control.  
Press the < button on the joystick (10).  
NOTE: In AM mode, there is only one page of on-screen  
button options. The PROG button is not visible since  
Multicast channels are not available for AM stations.  
BAND  
1/2  
MEM  
Manual Tuning  
Artist: Sheryl Crow  
To increase or decrease the tuning frequency one step:  
19.  
: Touch to view the SETUP menu  
6
20. PROG: Touch to view the HD Radio Multicast channel  
7
Touch the or buttons on screen (14, 15).  
Press the >> or << buttons (14, 22)on the remote  
control.  
display  
21. A/D: Touch to select Auto, Analog or Digital tuning  
mode.  
9
19  
Press the /\ or V buttons (11, 15) on the joystick.  
22. HD Radio station indicator  
14  
12  
Switching to HD Radio Reception  
11  
13  
Touch the top left corner of the screen (the circle) to  
view the SOURCE MENU. Touch “Radio”.  
Press the SRC button (6) on the front panel or remote  
control (8) to switch to the AM/FM or RADIO source.  
BAND  
15  
1/2  
MEM  
PROG  
20  
2/2  
A/D  
21  
Selecting the AM/FM Band  
Touch the BAND button (15) on the screen, or press the  
BAND button on the unit (4) or remote control (20) to select  
the AM or FM band.  
18  
17  
1. Current radio band indicator  
2. Radio frequency indicator  
3. Clock  
4. Radio station name (call letters)  
15  
VM9312HD  
Direct Tuning  
2. Touch the on-screen MEM button (18) to open the  
NOTE: The amount of information displayed when  
receiving an HD Radio signal is dependent upon what is  
being broadcast. Some stations broadcast their call  
letters (name), the artist's name, song title, and category  
of music.  
preset screen.  
To enter a radio station directly, touch the  
press the GOTO button (21) on the remote control to display  
the direct entry menu.  
button or  
Preset: _ _  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
FM: _ _ _ . _ MHz  
PTY Search  
After tuning to an HD Radio channel, the Program Type  
categories are listed, allowing listeners to find similar  
programming by genre.  
Exit  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
Exit  
Clear  
02:07 AM  
FM  
106.7 MHz HD-1  
Auto HD  
RADIO  
WXXL-FM  
Clear  
3. Enter the preset number for which you would like to  
store the current station (or press EXIT to cancel and  
close the menu). The preset number and station  
appears highlighted on the left side of the screen.  
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01 Non-specific  
02 News  
Enter the desired radio station using the on-screen number  
pad. Press the enter button (arrow) to tune to the selected  
station. To exit the screen without changing the station, touch  
Exit. To clear your entry and start over, touch Clear.  
03 Information  
04 Sports  
05 Talk  
NOTE: Multicast stations can be stored as preset  
stations.  
HD Radio Multicast Channels  
06 Rock  
To tune to an HD Radio multicast channel, tune to the main  
signal and then press the PROG button (21) on page 2/2 . If a  
Multicast channel is being broadcast for the current station,  
the corresponding multicasting number appears on the left  
side of the screen. To view the title and artist, if available,  
select HD-1, HD-2, HD3, etc.  
PROG  
2/2  
A/D  
Title: DAWSON McALLIST  
Recalling a Station  
1. Select a band (if needed).  
2. Touch an on-screen preset button (6) to select the  
corresponding stored station.  
If the PTY menu is not displayed, press the PROG button  
(21) on page 2/2 to toggle between HD Radio multicast  
channels and PTY categories.  
P1  
P2  
P3  
P4  
P5  
P6  
87.5 MHz  
90.1 MHz  
98.1 MHz  
106.1 MHz  
107.9 MHz  
102.9 MHz  
When a PTY category is selected from the touch screen  
menu, the radio will start scanning for stations broadcasting  
in the selected category.  
02:27 AM  
FM 106.7 MHz HD-2  
Auto HD  
WXXL-FM  
RADIO  
Using Preset Stations  
You can store up to 18 presets for FM and 6 presets for AM.  
Stored stations appear on the left side of the screen.  
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HD-1  
HD-2  
HD-3  
Storing a Station  
1. Select a band (if needed), then select a station.  
Auto Store (AS)  
To select six strong stations and store them in the current  
PROG  
2/2  
A/D  
Title: Lil Love  
band:  
1. Select a band (if needed).  
2. Press and hold the PICTURE/ AS button (3) on the  
control panel for 2 seconds to activate the Auto Store  
function.  
The new stations replace stations already stored in that band.  
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VM9312HD  
SATELLITE RADIO OPERATION  
12. CAT +: Select next channel in current category only  
2. Touch the on-screen MEM button (18) to open the  
Listeners can subscribe to XM® Radio on the Web by  
Customers should have their Radio ID ready (see  
“Displaying the Identification (ID) Code”). Customers can  
receive a limited number of free-to-air channels without  
activation.  
13. CAT -: Select previous channel in current category only  
14. Touch to enter channel directly using keypad on screen  
15. CG: Access Channel/Category Guide mode  
preset screen.  
CH###  
16. BAND: Change between SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 bands  
P1 P2  
P3  
P6  
17.  
: Touch to view the SETUP menu  
18. Touch this area to view the SOURCE MENU and select  
a new playback source  
19. MEM: View screen used to enter current channel into  
preset memory  
20. DIAG: This feature is reserved for use by service  
professionals for troubleshooting.  
P4 P5  
E x i t  
Listeners can subscribe to Sirius® Radio on the Web by  
Customers should have their Sirius ID ready (Sirius ID is  
located on the Satellite Radio Tuner, sold separately).  
Customers can listen to music samples by tuning to  
channel 184.  
3. Touch the preset number in which you would like to  
store the current station (or press EXIT to cancel and  
close the menu). The preset number and station  
appears highlighted.  
Displaying the Identification (ID)  
Code  
Accessing Satellite Radio Mode  
Before you listen to satellite radio, you must subscribe to the  
service using your radio’s identification number. To display  
the radio ID, press the < or > buttons (16, 17) on the joystick  
or the CH - or CH + buttons on the touch screen repeatedly to  
tune to channel “000”. The screen displays the radio ID  
where the channel name is usually displayed.  
Recalling a Station  
Press the SRC button (8) on the front panel or remote control  
(8) to switch to the SAT source.  
1. Select a band (if needed).  
2. Touch an on-screen preset button to select the  
corresponding stored station.  
1
3
2
7
8
4
18  
Direct Tuning  
01:02  
SAT1  
XM Preview  
CH001  
To enter a radio station directly, touch the  
press the GOTO button (21) on the remote control to display  
the direct entry menu.  
button or  
SAT  
Selecting a Station  
Press the < or > buttons (16, 17) on the joystick, the |<< or  
>>| buttons (17, 19) on remote control, or the CH - or CH +  
buttons on the touch screen to change to another station.  
Preview  
17  
14  
12  
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P1  
P2  
P3  
P4  
P5  
P6  
XM Preview  
XM Preview  
XM Preview  
XM Preview  
XM Preview  
XM Preview  
+
CAT  
CH: _ _ _ /255  
Preset Mode  
CH  
-
CH  
+
11  
CG  
To enter preset mode, touch the BAND button on the screen,  
or press the BAND button on the unit (14) or remote control  
(20) to change between the following bands: SAT1, SAT2, or  
SAT3 (indicated in the top left corner of the TFT screen).  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
CAT  
-
15  
13  
Exit  
BAND MEM  
DIAG  
Title: Fridays XM144!  
Six numbered preset buttons store and recall stations for  
each band. All six stored stations (P1-P6) for the current  
band appear on the TFT screen.  
5
6
9
10  
16  
19  
20  
Clear  
Storing a Station  
1. Select a band (if needed), then select a station.  
1. SAT channel name  
2. SAT channel number  
3. SAT band  
4. Time  
5. Song title  
6. Artist name  
7. Song category  
8. Signal Strength Indicator  
9. Current preset channels/on-screen preset buttons  
10. CH -: Select the previous channel  
11. CH +: Select the next channel  
Enter the desired radio station using the on-screen number  
pad. Press the enter button (arrow) to tune to the selected  
station. To exit the screen without changing the station, touch  
Exit. To clear your entry and start over, touch Clear.  
Channel/Category Guide Mode  
There are two search modes to help navigate through  
channels and or categories. To access the Channel/Category  
Guide mode press, the ZOOM button (23) on the remote  
control or the CG button on the touch screen.  
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Channel Guide is the default search mode. To access  
Category Guide, press the TITLE button (2) on the remote  
control or touch CAT on the touch screen. To return to  
Channel Guide, touch CH on the screen or press the  
SUBTITLE button (9) on the remote control.  
To select a category, touch the corresponding category  
name or folder icon. The channels in that category will  
be displayed on the screen.  
Use the scroll bar and arrows on the touch screen to  
view the next/previous six stations in the selected  
category.  
Touch the on-screen SCN button to preview each  
channel in the selected category for 10 seconds.  
Touch the channel name to play that channel.  
Touch the on-screen CG button to return to the Preset  
Mode screen.  
Channel Guide Mode  
When Channel Guide mode is selected, the first six satellite  
channels are displayed in the boxes in the bottom left of the  
TFT screen and the on-screen menu changes to facilitate  
search mode.  
01:02  
SAT1  
XM Preview  
CH001  
Preview  
SAT  
E
Q
########  
001 XM Preview  
004 The 40s  
005 The 50s  
006 The 60s  
007 The 70s  
CH  
CG  
CAT  
SCN  
MEM  
DIAG  
While in Search Mode, to switch between Channel and  
Category search modes, press the CH or CAT buttons  
in the touch screen.  
Use the scroll bar and arrows on the touch screen to  
view the next/previous page of stations. Each page  
contains six channels to select from.  
Press the on-screen SCN button to preview each of the  
6 channels displayed for 10 seconds.  
Press the CG button to return to the Preset Mode  
screen.  
To select a channel while in Channel Guide mode, touch  
the channel name on the screen. The channel will begin  
playing and the unit will return to the Preset Mode.  
Category Guide Mode  
When Category Mode is selected, folder icons appear on the  
screen next to category choices.  
While in Search Mode, to switch between Channel and  
Category search modes, press the CH or CAT buttons  
in the touch screen.  
Use the scroll bar and arrows on the touch screen to  
view the next/previous page of categories. Each page  
contains six categories to select from.  
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DVD/VCD VIDEO OPERATION  
Slow Motion Playback  
Using the Touch-Screen Controls  
NOTE: When properly installed, DVD video cannot be  
displayed on the main TFT screen unless the parking  
brake is applied. If you attempt to play a DVD while the  
vehicle is moving, the TFT screen displays “PARKING”  
with a blue background. Rear video screens, if  
applicable, will operate normally.  
Press the << button (22) on the remote control, the V button  
(11) on the joystick, or the << button on the screen to play the  
current title in slow motion. Keep pressing and releasing the  
button to increase the rate from “2X” to “4X”, “8X”, and “20X”.  
The touch key areas for DVD playback are outlined below.  
A
Press >/|| (18) on the remote control or touch the onscreen  
play button (>) to resume normal play.  
Opening/Closing the TFT Video Screen  
Fast Forward Playback  
Opening the TFT Screen  
Press the >> button (14) on the remote control, the /\ button  
(15) on the joystick, or the >> button on the screen to fast  
forward. Keep pressing and releasing the button to increase  
the rate from “2X” to “4X”, “8X”, and “20X”.  
To open the TFT video screen, press the OPEN button (1).  
The unit beeps and then opens.  
Closing the TFT Screen  
Press >/|| (18) on the remote control or touch the onscreen  
play button (>) to resume normal play.  
Press the OPEN button (1) again to close the TFT screen. If  
the screen is in the “IN” position, it moves out before closing.  
B
Repeat Playback  
Insert/Eject Disc  
Upon inserting a DVD disc, DVD mode is entered and disc  
play begins.  
Press the REPT button (7) on the remote control or the  
button on screen to alter repeat mode according to the  
following:  
A – Displays playing information  
B – Displays on-screen control menu  
DVD: Repeat Chapter, Repeat TItle, Repeat Off  
VCD (PBC Off): Repeat Single, Repeat Off  
Controlling Playback  
To access the on-screen controls, touch the bottom 1/3 of the  
screen (section B). Touch the 1/2 button to view a second  
page of controls  
NOTE: If Parental Lock (Rating) is activated and the disc  
inserted is not authorized, the 4-digit code must be  
entered and/or the disc must be authorized (see “General  
Sub-menu Features” on page 13).  
NOTE: For VCD play, the repeat function is not available  
if PBC is on.  
You cannot insert a disc if there is already a disc in the unit or  
if the power is off.  
Sectional Repeat Function (A-B)  
BACK  
EQ  
BACK  
Use the A-B function to define a specific area of a disc to  
repeat.  
NOTE: DVD-R and DVD-RW will not play unless the  
recording session is finalized and the DVD is closed.  
AUDIO  
Press the REPT A-B button (6) on the remote control (or  
the A-B button on screen) to set the start point (A) of the  
repeated section.  
A-B  
Ejecting a Disc  
Press the REPT A-B button again once you reach the  
desired end point (B) of the repeated section. The  
selected portion of the DVD will now repeat  
continuously.  
Press the button (21) on the unit or remote control (35) to  
eject the disc. The unit automatically reverts to Tuner mode.  
You may eject a disc with the unit powered off. The unit will  
remain off after the disc is ejected.  
SUBTITLE  
MENU  
TITLE  
DISP  
1/2  
2/2  
Press the REPT A-B button again to cancel the A-B  
section setting and stop repeat play.  
Reset the Loading Mechanism  
Random Playback  
If the disc loads abnormally or an abnormal core mechanism  
operation occurs, press and hold the button (21) on the  
unit or remote control (35) to reset the loading mechanism.  
Normal operation resumes.  
Stopping Playback  
Touch the stop button ( ) on the screen or press the  
BAND button (20) on the remote control to stop DVD play.  
With a DVD, VCD, or CD playing, press the RDM button (33)  
on the remote control to activate random playback and play  
all chapters/tracks in random order. “On” appears on the  
screen.  
/
Pausing Playback  
Accessing DVD Mode  
To switch to DVD mode when a disc is already inserted,  
press the SRC button (15) on the front panel or remote  
control (8) until “DISC” appears at the bottom of the screen.  
Touch the play/pause button (>) on the screen or press the >/  
|| button on the remote control (18) to suspend or resume  
disc play.  
Press the >>| button (19) on the remote control or the >  
button on the joystick (17) to play the next random track.  
Press the RDM button again to turn random play off.  
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For VCD mode, press the GOTO button to choose  
between Track Search, Disc Search and Exit.  
Viewing an Alternate Picture Angle  
(DVD Only)  
NOTE: When a VCD is playing with PBC turned “On”,  
activating random playback automatically turns PBC off.  
Some DVDs contain scenes that have been shot  
VCD Track Search  
simultaneously from different angles. For discs recorded with  
multiple angles, press the ANGLE button (13) on the remote  
control to toggle available angles of the on-screen image.  
Accessing the DVD Menu  
Time – Go to specific  
time in the current track  
Press the MENU button (1) on the remote control to recall the  
main DVD menu. Use the directional (arrow) buttons (<, >, /\  
& V) on the joystick (16, 17, 18, 19) to select a title from the  
menu or touch the title on screen.  
Track – Go to specific  
track  
Zooming  
Press the ZOOM button (23) on the remote control to enlarge  
and pan through the video image using the following options:  
“Q1”, “Q2”, “Q3”, and “OFF”.  
VCD Disc Search  
Press the TITLE button (2) on the remote control or on  
screen to select a different title for playback.  
Time – Go to specific  
time on disc  
Press the >/|| button (18) on the remote control or the ENTER  
(joystick) button (20) to confirm your selection and begin  
playback. You can also select a title using the touch screen.  
Track – Go to specific  
track  
Multi-Language Discs (DVD Only)  
Changing Audio Language  
If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages,  
press the AUDIO button (5) on the remote control to choose  
a language.  
3. Enter a time into the field using the numeric keypad (29)  
on the remote control.  
4. Press the >/|| button (18) on the remote control or the  
ENTER (joystick) button (20) to go to the specified  
location on the disc.  
Moving Through Chapters  
Press the >>| button (19) on the remote control, the > button  
on the joystick (17) or the >>| button on screen to advance to  
the next chapter on the DVD.  
Changing Subtitle Language  
If you are watching a disc recorded in multiple languages with  
subtitles, press the SUBTITLE button (9) on the remote  
control to choose the language in which you would like the  
subtitles to appear.  
Press the |<< button (17) on the remote control, the < button  
on the joystick (16), or the |<< button on screen to move to  
the previous chapter.  
5. Press the GOTO button again to exit.  
Direct Chapter / Track Selection  
Remote Control Direct Entry  
Goto Search  
During DVD or VCD playback, perform the following steps to  
use the GOTO feature to access a specific location on a disc:  
During DVD, VCD and CD  
NOTE: During VCD playback, press the AUDIO button (5)  
on the remote control to choose between Left Channel,  
Right Channel, and Stereo.  
playback, you can use the numeric  
keypad on the remote control (29)  
to access a track directly.  
1. Press the GOTO button (21) on remote control to enter  
“GO TO” mode.  
Touch Screen Direct Entry  
PBC (Play Back Control - VCD Only)  
For VCDs with play back functionality, play back control  
(PBC) provides additional controls for VCD playback.  
2. Press the >> or << buttons (14, 22) on the remote  
control or the < or > buttons (16, 17) on the joystick to  
select a category (highlighted in blue).  
To select a chapter/track directly,  
touch the  
button on screen control to display the direct  
entry menu.  
Press the MENU button (1) on the remote control to toggle  
the PBC function “On”/”Off”. Once PBC is on, playback starts  
from track one of the play list.  
For DVD mode, you can choose Time or Title/  
Chapter search.  
Chapter: _ _  
DVD Search  
NOTE: When PBC is activated, fast forward, slow  
playback, and previous/next track are available. Repeat  
and direct track selection are not available.  
Time – Go to specific  
time in current title  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
Exit  
Title/Chapter – Go to  
specific time in a  
chapter  
When PBC is activated, selecting random, scan, or search  
playback automatically deactivates PBC.  
Clear  
Enter the desired chapter/track using the on-screen number  
pad. Press the enter button (arrow) to tune to the selected  
station. To exit the screen without changing the station, touch  
Exit. To clear your entry and start over, touch Clear.  
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Table 5: Disc Properties  
12cm Disc Properties  
Playback Information  
During DVD and VCD playback, press the INFO button (10)  
on the remote control to display playback information on the  
screen, including the media playing and current playback  
time.  
Max Play  
Time  
Symbol  
(MPEG 1  
Method)  
74 minutes  
Single side single layer  
(VCD)  
DVD Playback Information  
The following information is displayed at the top of the screen  
during DVD playback:  
Single side single layer  
74 minutes  
Table 6: Disc Symbols  
Meaning  
T : 5/8 – “5 / 8" indicates the fifth of 8 titles on the DVD is  
currently playing.  
C : 2/16 – “2 / 16" indicates that the second of 16 titles  
on the DVD is currently playing.  
00:41:28 – “00:41:28” indicates the playback time of the  
current title.  
2 / 6 Eng – The language display information  
indicates the second language out of 6 (English) is  
currently being used.  
Symbol  
Number of voice languages recorded. The  
number inside the icon indicates the num-  
ber languages on the disc (maximum of 8).  
Number of subtitle languages available on  
the disc (maximum of 32).  
Number of angles provided (maximum of  
9).  
VCD Playback Information  
The following information is displayed at the top of the screen  
during VCD playback:  
Aspect ratios available. “LB” stands for Let-  
ter Box and “PS” stands for Pan/Scan. In  
the example on the left, the 16:9 video can  
be converted to Letter Box video.  
Indicates the region code where the disc  
can be played.  
VCD2.0 – Format of current disc.  
T: 6/18 – “6/18” indicates the sixth of 18 tracks on the  
VCD is currently playing.  
00:02:18 – “00:02:18” indicates the playback time of the  
current track.  
Region 1: USA, Canada, East Pacific Ocean  
Islands  
Region 2: Japan, Western Europe, Northern  
Europe, Egypt, South Africa, Middle East  
Region 3: Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea,  
Thailand, Indonesia, South-East Asia  
Region 4: Australia, New Zealand, Middle and  
South America, South Pacific Ocean Islands/  
Oceania  
General Disc Information  
Table 5: Disc Properties  
Region 5: Russia, Mongolia, India, Middle  
Asia, Eastern Europe, North Korea, North  
Africa, North-West Asia  
Max Play  
Time  
Symbol  
12cm Disc Properties  
Region 6: Mainland China  
ALL: All regions  
(MPEG 2  
Method)  
133 minutes  
242 minutes  
266 minutes  
484 minutes  
Single side single layer  
(DVD-5)  
Single side double layer  
(DVD-9)  
Double side single layer  
(DVD-10)  
Double side double layer  
(DVD-18)  
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DVD/CD AUDIO OPERATION  
Instructions for TFT control and Insert/Eject are the same for  
DVD and CD operation. Please see the DVD/Disc Video  
Operation section for information about these topics.  
13. Touch to activate/deactivate Random mode  
14. Touch to access the direct entry screen  
NOTE: CD-R and CD-RW will not play unless the  
recording session is finalized.  
15.  
: Touch to view the SETUP menu  
The VM9312HD will play music or other audio files from the  
following disc media:  
16. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings  
17. Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new  
playback source  
Fast Forward  
Touch the >> button on screen, press the >> button (14) on  
the remote control, or press the /\ button (18) on the joystick  
to fast forward. Keep pressing and releasing the button to  
increase the rate from “2X” to “4X”, “8X”, and “20X”.  
CD-DA  
CD-R/RW  
DVD  
DVD+R/RW  
DVD-R/RW  
Controlling Playback  
Stopping Playback  
Touch the button on screen or press the /BAND button  
(20) on the remote control to stop disc play.  
Direct Track Entry  
Upon inserting a disc with the TFT screen open, the disc and  
track title (if available), along with the track number and  
playing time appear on the screen.  
To select a track directly, touch the  
control to display the direct entry menu.  
button on screen  
To resume playback, touch the button on screen, press the  
joystick button (13) on the front panel, or press the >/|| button  
on the remote control (18).  
CD Player User Interface  
The on-screen indicators and touch key areas for CD  
playback are outlined below.  
Chapter: _ _  
Pausing Playback  
Touch the button on screen, press the joystick button (13)  
on the front panel, or press the >/|| button on the remote  
control (18) to suspend or resume disc play.  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
Exit  
17  
1
2
15  
3
16  
Moving Through Tracks  
Press the >>| button (19) on the remote control or on screen  
or use the > button on the joystick (14) to advance to the next  
track on the disc.  
01:02  
DISC  
CD T: 1/10  
00:00:23  
Clear  
E
Q
Track  
Track  
Track  
Track  
Track  
Track  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press the |<< button (17) on the remote control or on screen  
or use the < button on the joystick (10) to move to the  
previous track.  
14  
10  
Enter the desired track using the on-screen number pad.  
Press the enter button (arrow) to tune to the selected station.  
To exit the screen without changing the station, touch Exit. To  
clear your entry and start over, touch Clear.  
8
6
Repeat Playback  
Touch the  
button on screen or press the REPT button (7)  
on the remote control to alter repeat mode according to the  
following:  
DVD: Repeat Chapter, Repeat Title, Repeat Off  
CD-DA: Repeat Single, Repeat Off  
CD-R/RW: Repeat Single, Repeat Off  
DVD-R/RW: Repeat Single, Repeat Off  
4
12  
9
13  
7
5
11  
1. Current track and total number of tracks on disc  
2. Elapsed playing time  
3. Current time  
4. Track titles  
5. Disc title  
Track Scan Select (CD-DA discs only)  
During disc play, press the SCN button (34) on the remote  
control to play the first 10 seconds of each track. When a  
desired track is reached, press the SCN button again to  
cancel the function and play the selected track.  
6.  
7.  
: Touch to play/pause disc playback  
: Touch to stop disc playback  
Random Play Select  
8. >>|: Touch to move to next track  
While disc play is stopped, touch the  
the RDM button (33) on the remote control to play the tracks  
on the disc in a random, shuffled order. Touch the  
button again to cancel Random Play mode.  
button on screen or  
9. |<<: Touch to move to previous track  
10. >>: Touch to fast forward current track  
11. <<: Touch to rewind current track  
(RDM)  
12. Touch to activate/deactivate Repeat play mode  
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MP3/WMA OPERATION  
Instructions for TFT control and Insert/Eject are the same for  
DVD and MP3 operation. Please see the DVD/Disc Video  
Operation section for information about these topics.  
For example, a medium with the following folder/file hierarchy  
is subject to Folder Search, File Search or Folder Select, as  
shown below.  
MP3 Player User Interface  
The on-screen indicators and touch key areas for MP3  
playback are outlined below.  
Media and File Requirements  
17  
18  
1
2
15  
3
16  
This player allows you to play back MP3 and WMA files  
recorded onto CD-R/RWs, DVD+R/RWs, and DVD-R/RWs.  
For CD-RW discs, please make sure it is formatted using the  
full method and not the quick method to prevent illegal disc  
operation.  
01:02 AM  
(Root)  
DISC  
MP3 4/84  
00:00:23  
E
Q
1
2
3
4
5
6
Cherry Poppin Dad  
Chris Isaak - Baby  
Crazy Town - Butt  
Phish - Birds Of A  
Phish - Bouncin' R  
Phish - Freebird (L  
Up to 1500 songs/files can be burned onto a disc for a MEGA  
DVD music mix. Do not exceed this number of songs/files or  
disc readability problems may occur.  
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10  
8
6
MP3 Format Compatibility  
The file naming formats listed below are compatible with this  
unit:  
DIR -  
12  
DIR +  
13  
ISO 9660 – file name: 12 characters, file extension: 3  
characters  
ISO 9660 – file name: 31 characters, file extension: 3  
characters  
Joliet – 64 characters  
4
9
7
5
11  
1. Current track and total number of tracks on disc  
2. Elapsed playing time  
3. Current time  
If the file or folder name does not conform to ISO 9660 file  
system standards, it may not be displayed or played back  
correctly. Use the following settings when compressing audio  
data for your MP3 disc:  
4. Track titles  
5. ID3 information  
The VM9312HD player will only recognize three folder levels  
and does not display folders containing only other folders. In  
the example above, the unit will display folders 3, 4, 6, and 8,  
but not 2 and 7 since they do not contain any tracks directly.  
Folder 5 is not recognized at all since it is at the fourth level.  
Transfer Bit Rate: 128kbps  
Sampling Frequency: 48kHz  
6.  
7.  
: Touch to play/pause disc playback  
: Touch to stop disc playback  
8. >>|: Touch to move to next track  
When recording MP3 up to the maximum disc capacity,  
disable additional writing. For recording on an empty disc up  
to maximum disc capacity, use the "Disc at once" setting.  
9. |<<: Touch to move to previous track  
10.  
11.  
: Touch to view the next page of songs  
: Touch to view the previous page of songs  
12. DIR -: Touch to view the previous folder  
13. DIR +: Touch to view the next folder  
14. Touch to access the direct entry screen  
MP3 Playing Order  
When selected for play, files and folders (Folder Search, File  
Search or Folder Select) are accessed in the order they were  
written by the CD writer. As a result, the order in which they  
are expected to be played may not match the order in which  
they are actually played. You may be able to set the order in  
which MP3/WMA files are to be played by writing them onto a  
medium such as a CD-R with their file names beginning with  
play sequence numbers such as "01" to "99".  
15.  
: Touch to view the SETUP menu  
16. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings  
17. Touch to view the SOURCE MENU and select a new  
playback source  
18. Folder name  
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Controlling Playback  
Playing MP3/WMA Files  
After inserting a MP3/WMA disc, files will play in the  
sequence of the “Root’ directory.  
NOTE: When burning MP3 / WMA files onto a DVD disc,  
use the 2X or 4X burning option, if available. This slower  
burning speed will help eliminate buffer errors and  
increase disc reading reliability. Also, use folders when  
burning large numbers of songs / files to a disc for easy  
music navigation. Select the "Disc at Once" option and  
close your disc.  
Stopping Playback  
Touch the button on screen or press the /BAND button  
(20) on the remote control to stop disc play.  
To resume playback, touch the button on screen, press the  
joystick button (13) on the front panel, or press the >/|| button  
on the remote control (18).  
Pausing Playback  
Touch the button on screen, press the joystick button (13)  
on the front panel, or press the >/|| button on the remote  
control (18) to suspend or resume disc play.  
Moving Through Tracks  
Press the >>| button (19) on the remote control or on screen  
or use the > button on the joystick (14) to advance to the next  
track on the disc.  
Press the |<< button (17) on the remote control or on screen  
or use the < button on the joystick (10) to move to the  
previous track.  
Repeat Playback  
Touch the  
button on screen or press the REPT button (7)  
on the remote control to alter repeat mode according to the  
following: Repeat Single, Folder Repeat, Repeat Off  
Random Play Select  
Press the RDM button (33) on the remote control to play the  
files on the disc in a random, shuffled order. Press RDM  
again to cancel Random Play mode.  
NOTE: CD-R and CD-RW will not play unless the  
recording session is finalized.  
Direct Track Entry  
Use the numeric keypad (29) on the remote control to access  
files directly or press the  
on page 22).  
button (see “Direct Track Entry”  
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iPod OPERATION  
Direct Track Entry  
Controlling your iPod  
NOTE: Be sure your iPod has the latest Apple firmware  
installed to avoid connectivity issues.  
To select a track directly,  
Touch the MENU button to access the main iPod menu. The  
following touch screen icons and remote control buttons are  
used to access the iPod menus:  
TRACK: _ _ _  
touch the  
button on  
screen control to display the  
direct entry menu.  
1
4
7
0
2
5
8
3
6
9
Accessing iPod Mode  
Exit  
The unit will automatically switch to iPod mode when an iPod  
is plugged into the MediaLink. To return to the iPod menu  
from any other source menu, press the SRC button (6) on the  
front panel or remote control (8) until the iPod menu appears  
on the screen. The on-screen indicators and touch key areas  
for iPod playback are outlined below.  
Enter the desired track using  
the on-screen number pad.  
Press the enter button  
Menu  
Music  
Touch Screen  
Remote Control  
TITLE  
(arrow) to tune to the  
Photos  
Videos  
MENU  
selected station. To exit the  
screen without changing the  
station, touch Exit. To clear  
Clear  
AUDIO  
Use the touchscreen, the joystick, or the directional keys on  
the remote control to navigate the iPod menus.  
your entry and start over, touch Clear.  
17  
1
2
18  
14  
3
15  
16  
Photo Playback  
Music Playback  
01:02 AM  
While iPod photos can be viewed on the VM9312HD screen,  
you must use the iPod to control photo playback options.  
A Rush of Blood to the Head  
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iPod  
To access music files, touch the button on screen or press  
the TITLE button (2) on the remote control.  
Touch the  
icon on screen or press the MENU button (1) on  
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0001 A Rush Of Blood to  
0002 40  
Touch the > || button on screen to play/pause.  
Touch >>| on screen, press the >>| button (19) on the  
remote control, or press the > button on the joystick (17)  
to move to the next item on the menu.  
the remote control to access the iPod PHOTO mode. The  
VM9312HD will release control back to the iPod so you can  
select video media to be displayed on the TFT monitor. To  
exit PHOTO mode, touch the screen.  
MENU  
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0003 4th of July  
0004 A Little Less Convers  
0005 A Message  
Enter  
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Touch |<< on screen, press the |<< button (17) on the  
remote control, or press the < button on the joystick (16)  
to move to the previous item on the menu.  
Use the touch screen or press the >/|| button (18) on the  
remote control or the joystick ENTER button (20) on the  
head unit to select the highlighted menu option.  
Press the >> button (14) on the remote control or the /\  
button (18) on the joystick, or touch the MENU button on  
screen, to return to the previous menu.  
(Requires Gen 5.5 or earlier photo or video iPod. iPod  
Touch, iPod Classic and iPod Nano with video will only  
play music files.)  
0006 A Sort of Homecomin  
Artist: Coldplay  
Video Playback  
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While iPod video can be viewed on the VM9312HD screen,  
you must use the iPod to control video playback options.  
1. Elapsed playing time for current file  
2. File number and total number of files on the disc  
3. Current time  
4. File titles  
5. ID3 information (Artist/Album)  
6. Touch to “Enter”  
7. Touch to access the Photo menu  
8. >>|: Touch to move to next track  
9. |<<: Touch to move to previous track  
10. MENU: Touch to view the iPod main menu  
(Requires Gen 5.5 or earlier photo or video iPod. iPod  
Touch, iPod Classic and iPod Nano with video will only  
play music files.)  
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse  
Touch the  
button on screen or press the AUDIO button  
Press and hold the |<< or >>| buttons on screen or on the  
remote control (17, 19) for 1 second and continue to hold for  
fast forward or fast reverse. Release to resume normal play.  
(5) on the remote control to access iPod VIDEO mode. The  
VM9312HD will release control back to the iPod so you can  
select video media to be displayed on the TFT monitor. To  
exit VIDEO mode, touch the screen, press the >> button (14)  
on the remote control, or press the MENU button on the iPod.  
Search Playlist/Artist/Album/Song  
To search through Playlists, Artists, Albums and Songs, press  
the 1 button (29) on the remote control keypad while in one of  
the following directories: Playlist, Artist, Album or Song. The  
selected directory will be accessed with the number of pages  
and files in that directory displayed at the top of the page. To  
access the page or file, enter the page or file number directly  
from the remote control keypad. Press the |<< or >>| button  
(17, 19) on the remote control or the < or > button (16, 17) on  
the joystick to select the desired song or file.  
11.  
: Touch to play/pause disc playback  
NOTE: To transmit the video from your iPod to the  
VM9312HD screen, you must set the following options  
through the iPod video settings menu: TV Out = On, TV  
Signal = NTSC, and Widescreen = On.  
12. Touch to access the Music menu  
13. Touch to access the Video menu  
14.  
: Touch to view the SETUP menu  
15. Touch for quick access to Equalizer level settings  
16. View SOURCE MENU and select a new source  
17. Current file title  
NOTE: After disconnecting your iPod, the VM9312HD will  
always return to the last mode accessed when the iPod  
is plugged back into the unit.  
18. Touch to access the direct entry screen  
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VM9312HD  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem  
Cause  
Corrective Action  
GENERAL  
Unit will not power on  
Radio Fuse blown  
Install new fuse with correct rating  
Install new fuse with correct rating  
Car battery fuse blown  
Illegal operation  
Press the RESET button located in the bottom right corner of the front panel  
Replace battery with new one  
Remote control does not function  
No/low audio output  
Battery depleted  
Battery installed incorrectly  
Improper audio output connection  
Volume set too low  
Remove battery and install correctly  
Check wiring and correct  
Increase volume level  
Improper “MUTE” connection  
Speakers damaged  
Review wiring diagram and check “MUTE” connection  
Replace speakers  
Heavily biased volume balance  
Adjust the channel balance to the center position  
Speaker wiring is in contact with metal part of car Insulate all speaker wiring connections  
Poor sound quality or distortion  
Pirated disc is in use  
Use original copy  
Speaker power rating not compatible with unit  
Speaker is shorted  
Connect proper speakers  
Check speaker contact  
Tel-Mute malfunction  
“MUTE” wire is grounded  
Check that “MUTE” connection is not grounded and that it’s properly insulated  
Check wiring and correct  
Unit resets itself when engine is off  
Incorrect connection between ACC and positive  
battery wire  
TFT MONITOR  
Monitor does not open automatically  
No image  
TFT Auto Open is turned off  
Turn TFT Auto Open on  
Incorrect connection to parking brake wire  
Check wiring and correct  
PRK SW is activated and parking brake is not  
engaged  
Stop vehicle in safe place and apply parking brake  
Flashing image or interference appears on  
screen  
DVD is not compatible with current TV system  
settings  
Change setup to accommodate disc  
Improper video signal connections  
Improper aspect ratio setup  
Check wiring and correct  
Prolonged image or improper height/width  
ratio display  
Use correct aspect ratio setting  
Monitor stops at incorrect position  
TUNER  
Moving path is blocked  
Press OPEN key to restart monitor movement  
Weak station searching  
Auto antenna is not fully extended  
Auto antenna not properly connected  
LOCAL function is activated  
Disc already inside unit  
Connect the auto antenna control cable properly  
Connect the auto antenna control cable properly  
Turn LOCAL function off  
Cannot insert disc  
Eject current disc and insert new one  
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Problem  
Cause  
Corrective Action  
Disc does not play back  
Disc is warped or scratched  
Disc is dirty or wet  
Use disc in good condition  
Clean disc with soft cloth  
Clean laser pickup with cleaning disc  
Use compatible disc  
Laser pickup is dirty  
Incompatible disc is used  
Disc rating exceeds Parental Lock rating limit  
Disc region code is not compatible with unit  
Disc is inserted upside down  
Disc is illegally copied  
Change Parental Lock settings to lower restriction  
Use disc with proper region code  
Insert disc with label side up  
Image blurred, distorted, or dark  
PBC cannot be used during VCD playback  
No repeat or searching while playing VCD  
MP3  
Use original disc  
PCB is not available on the disc  
PCB is on  
Turn PCB off  
Interruption occurred during playback  
Disc is dirty or scratched  
Clean disc or replace  
File is damaged/bad recording  
Message is longer than LCD can display  
Recreate disc with good files  
Incorrect playback message displayed  
SAT RADIO  
No Sound  
Incorrect cable connections  
Incorrect cable connections  
Check RCA cables  
Satellite source not available  
iPod  
Check Satellite Data cable  
iPod source not available  
Incorrect cable connections  
Wrong iPod Video Settings  
Check jLink and MediaLink cables  
Cannot see video and photo media on TFT  
screen  
Change iPod video settings to TV Out = On  
Error Messages  
Message Displayed  
Cause  
Corrective Action  
Loading  
No Disc  
Disc is being read  
Disc is dirty  
Clean disc with soft cloth  
Insert disc with label side up  
Insert disc  
Disc is upside down  
Disc not present in loading compartment  
Disc is dirty  
Bad Disc  
Clean disc with soft cloth  
Insert disc with label side up  
Disc is upside down  
Unknown disc  
Region Error  
Error  
Disc format is not compatible with this unit  
DVD is not compatible with region code of unit  
Illegal mechanism operation  
Press EJECT key for 5 seconds to reset loading mechanism  
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VM9312HD  
Care and Maintenance  
1. Use only a clean silicone cloth and neutral detergent to  
clean the front panel or monitor. A rough cloth and non-  
neutral detergent (such as alcohol) may result in  
scratching or discoloration.  
2. Do not get water or cleaning fluids on the unit.  
3. If the temperature inside the player gets too hot, a  
protective circuit automatically stops play of the disc. If  
this occurs, allow the unit to cool before operating the  
player again.  
4. Never insert anything other than a 5” (12 cm) compact  
disc into the player as the mechanism can be damaged  
by foreign objects.  
5. Do not attempt to use a 3” (8 cm) CD-Single disc in this  
unit, either with or without an adaptor, as damage to the  
player and/or disc may occur. Such damage is not  
covered by the Warranty on this product.  
6. The CD player may not operate properly in extreme hot  
or cold. If such conditions occur, allow the interior of the  
vehicle to reach a normal temperature before using  
player.  
7. When the vehicle warms up during cold weather or  
under damp conditions, condensation may appear on  
the LCD panel. Should this occur, the screen will not  
operate properly until the moisture has evaporated.  
8. We suggest you use a cleaning disc in this unit more  
frequently than in the unit in your home due to the  
environmental conditions of the vehicle.  
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VM9312HD  
SPECIFICATIONS  
DVD/CD Player  
• 40 degrees up  
Compatible Disc Media: DVD + R / RW (Single and Dual  
Layer) and CD-R / RW  
• 65 degrees down  
General  
Compatible Media Formats: CD-DA, MP3, WMA, VCD,  
SVCD, AVI, MPEG1 / 2, XviD and Kodak picture CD (JPEG).  
Signal to Noise Ratio: >95dBA  
Auxiliary Input impedance: 10k  
Power Supply: 11 to 16VDC, negative ground  
Power Antenna (Blue): 500mA max, current limited protection  
Amplifier Remote (Blue/White): 500mA max, current limited  
protection  
Operating Temperature: -20C ~ 65C  
Fuse: 15-amp, mini ATM type  
Dynamic Range: >95dB  
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20 kHz, -3dB  
Channel Separation: > 60dB @ 1 kHz  
D/A Converter: High performance 24-bit / 192 kHz sample  
rate, Multi-Bit Sigma-Delta Modulator  
DIN chassis dimensions: 7" X 7" X 2" (178mm x 178mm x  
50mm)  
Video  
Format: NTSC, PAL (auto-detection)  
Output: 1Vp-p (75-ohm)  
Input: 1Vp-p (75-ohm)  
CEA Power Ratings  
FM Analog Tuner  
Tuning Range: 87.5MHz - 107.9MHz  
Mono Sensitivity (-30dB): 9dBf  
Quieting Sensitivity (-50dB): 15dBf  
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 70dB  
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz: 58dB  
Image Rejection: 80dB  
Power Output: 13 Watts RMS x 4 channels into 4-Ohms @ <  
1% THD+N  
Signal to Noise Ratio: 70dBA below reference (Reference: 1  
Watt, 4-Ohms)  
Stereo Separation @ 1 kHz: >30dB  
Frequency Response: 30Hz - 15 kHz, -3dB  
HD Radio Tuner  
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, -3dB. (Aux Input used  
as reference input)  
Reference Supply Voltage: 14.4VDC  
FM: Hybrid -89 dbm, (40 dBf), All Digital -112 dBm (17dBf)  
AM: Hybrid -93, dBm, (36 dBf) All Digital -103 dBm (25dBf)  
Stereo Separation: 70 dB  
Audio THD: 0.4%  
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 20 Hz - 18 kHz  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Stereo): 70 dB  
*Specifications subject to change without notice.  
AM Tuner  
Tuning Range: 530 kHz - 1710 kHz  
Sensitivity (-20dB): 12uV  
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz: 50dB  
Image Rejection: 60dB  
Frequency Response: 50Hz - 2 kHz, -3dB  
Monitor  
Screen Size: 7.0" (Measured diagonally), 16:9 Widescreen  
• 6.06" (154.1mm) W X 3.42" (87mm) H  
Screen Type: TFT Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) active matrix  
Response Time: 30mSec rise time, 50mSec fall time  
Resolution:  
• 336,960 sub pixels, 1440 (W) X 234 (H)  
Viewing angle:  
• 65 degrees left or right  
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VM9312HD  
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Limited Warranty  
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE  
CD or Multimedia Radios/Headunits  
Audiovox Electronics Corporation (“the Company”) is committed to  
quality and customer service, and are pleased to offer you this  
Warranty. Please read it thoroughly and contact the Company at 1-800-  
323-4815 with any questions.  
Limitations  
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY  
IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND,  
IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE  
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.  
Who is covered?  
The Company extends this warranty to the original retail purchaser of products  
purchased through an authorized Audiovox retailer in the U.S.A., Puerto Rico or  
Canada. This warranty is not transferable or assignable. Proof of purchase is  
required in the form of an original sales receipt.  
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING  
ANY  
IMPLIED  
WARRANTY  
OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS  
WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY  
HEREUNDER  
INCLUDING  
ANY  
IMPLIED  
WARRANTY  
OF  
What is covered?  
MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24  
MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE  
COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS  
OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to  
assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection  
with the sale of this product.  
The Company warrants that should this product or any part thereof, under normal  
use, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the  
date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with a new or  
reconditioned product (at the Company's option) without charge for parts and  
repair labor.  
What is not covered?  
This Warranty does not cover the following:  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above  
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific  
legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Damage incurred during shipping or transporting the product to the  
Company or a service center  
Elimination of car static or motor noise  
Defects in cosmetic, decorative or non-operative structural parts  
Correction of antenna problems  
Costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the product  
Consequential damage to compact discs, USB devices, digital media  
cards, accessories or vehicle electrical systems  
Obtaining Warranty Service  
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty,  
call 1-800-323-4815 for the location of a warranty station serving  
your area.  
Damage caused by improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect,  
accident, blown fuse, battery leakage, theft or improper storage  
Products whose factory serial number/bar code label(s) or markings  
have been removed or defaced  
Damage resulting from moisture, humidity, excessive temperature,  
extreme environmental conditions or external natural causes  
You must prepay the initial shipping charges to the Company.  
The Company will pay the return shipping charges for all  
warranteed products returned to an address within the U.S.A.,  
Puerto Rico or Canada.  
Please package the product securely to avoid shipping damage.  
We recommend using a carrier that provides tracking service to  
prevent lost packages. Lost or damaged packages are not  
covered by this warranty.  
Please review the “Care and Maintenance” section of your Installation  
and Operation Manual for additional information regarding the proper  
use of your product.  
Provide a detailed description of the problem(s) for which you  
require service.  
Audiovox Electronics Corporation  
Hauppauge, NY 11788  
Technical Assistance: 1-800-323-4815  
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