Clarion VS735 manual

Warning! THE CLARION VS735 DIGIT AL MEDIA PLA YER IS DE- SIGNED TO ENABLE VIEWING OF DVD OR CD-VIDEO RECORDINGS ONL Y FOR REAR-SEA T OCCUP ANTS. DIGIT AL VIDEO PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR VIEWING BY THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. SUCH USE MA Y DISTRACT THE DRIVER OR INTERFERE WITH THE DRIVER’S SAFE OPERA TION OF THE VEHICLE, AND THU[...]

2 VS735 1. INTRODUCTION The Clarion VS735 is a full-featured Digital Media Player designed specifically for the mobile environment. It is intended for use with other Clarion multimedia products, and can also be integrated with many other products as part of a complete mobile video solution. With a set of auxiliary audio and video inputs and a digit[...]

VS735 3 and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborato- ries. FCC Approval This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipm[...]

4 VS735 lubricate the rotating parts. Do not attempt to open the unit, the detachable control panel, or the remote control. The internal parts are not serviceable by the user . Opening any of the components will void the warranty . THE VS735 IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT , USING A LASER WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIA TION EXPOSURE IF IMPROPERL Y DI[...]

VS735 5 the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this player (Region 1), this player will not be able to play the DVD disc. Some DVD discs are manufactured to operate in “all” zones, and those discs are compatible with the VS735. Region Identification Markers: ALL 1 4 6 1 Discs Incompatible with the VS735 The following disc type[...]

6 VS735 The [POWER] button turns the VS735 on and off. When the ignition switch is in the ACC or RUN positions, this button is illuminated red. The [POWER] button on the remote can also be used. The IR Receiver detects the signals from the included infrared remote control. Aim the remote control at the IR receiver during use. DVD VCD CD DOLBY DIGIT[...]

VS735 7 The Detachable Control Panel (DCP) The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks. After removing it, be careful not to drop it or subject it to strong shocks - store it immediately in the included storage case. Be careful not to damage it by pressing on it with hard objects. If the DCP becomes dirty , wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry cloth only[...]

8 VS735 3 When the DCP is removed, the security LED will flash red. Fold the hinged DCP tray into the main body . A ‘click’ will be heard. Security LED 4 For safekeeping, store the DCP immediately in the supplied protective case. Protective Case DCP Reattaching the DCP Holding the DCP by its edges, press the DCP into the hinged DCP tray on the [...]

VS735 9 5. THE REMOTE CONTROL 1 Power Switches the VS735 on and off. 2 0- 9 Numeric keys Used with various functions. 3 ILL/GOTO Illumination/Goto Adjusts front-panel display brightness when the disc is in STOP mode. Enables direct access to a defined point within a track or chapter during playback. 4 Stop Press to stop playback. 5 / Fast reverse/f[...]

10 VS735 1 1 REPEA T Selects among the three repeat modes: 1, all, and off. 12 Play/Pause Begins and pauses playback. 13 A/ V A/V Input Switches between the internal disc player and the auxiliary audio/video input. 14 ENTER Used to select a highlighted menu item. 15 AUDIO Accesses the various language audio tracks on DVD discs with multi-language s[...]

VS735 11 negative poles of the batteries are positioned as shown inside the battery compartment. + + + + - - - - 3 Slide the battery compartment closed . 6. DVD/VCD/CD-AUDIO PLA YBACK Inserting a DVD/VCD/CD 1 T urn the vehicle’s ignition key to the ACC position. ACC or engine ON position 2 Press the [POWER] button . [OPEN] button [PO WER] button [...]

12 VS735 3 Holding the disc by its edges, gently insert the disc label- side up into the loading slot until the power-loading mechanism pulls the disc in. 4 Gently close the front panel by pressing it back into place. Y ou will hear a “click” when the front panel is properly secured in the closed position. Removing a Disc 1 Press [OPEN] . Let t[...]

VS735 13 Disc Playback DVD playback will often begin automatically when the disc is inserted. With some DVD discs, you will need to press [ENTER] or [ ] to begin playback. CD-Audio discs will begin playback automatically . CDs with MP3 files may require you to navigate the file structure menu. For more information, see “MP3 Playback on CD-R Discs[...]

14 VS735 Repeat Mode Press the [REPEA T] button to select from the following repeat modes: Repeat 1 - Repeat - Repeat Off. With DVD playback, pressing the [REPEA T] button once causes the current chapter to be replayed. Pressing it twice enables the DVD disc to be continuously replayed. With CD playback, pressing the [REPEA T] button once causes th[...]

VS735 15 Parental Control The Parental Control feature allows authorized users to select an upper limit to film ratings that can be played by the VS735. The factory default setting for this feature is off , and the default password for managing this feature is 3308. T o enable the Parental Control feature or to change the pass- word, see section 9,[...]

16 VS735 7. MP3 PLA YBACK ON CD-R DISCS What is MP3? MP3 is an audio compression method. This audio compres- sion method has become a standard format with many PC users. MP3 allows the original digital audio data to be compressed to about 10 percent of its initial file size while still retaining high sound quality . This means that about 10 music C[...]

VS735 17 MP3 format) • Joliet (a version of ISO9660 that supports longer filenames) • Romeo (a format used by some CD-creating software) File Extensions Always add a file extension “ .MP3 ” or “ .mp3 ” to an MP3 file by using single-byte letters. If you add a different file exten- sion, or forget to add the file extension “ .MP3 ” o[...]

18 VS735 8. INST ALLA TION AND WIRING 1. Before Starting Read these instructions and the following precautions care- fully . W ARNING! Be sure to disconnect the battery (-) terminal before starting. This is to prevent short circuits during installa- tion. Precautions • This unit is exclusively for cars with a negative ground, 12V power supply . ?[...]

VS735 19 3. Installation Requirements 1 Install the unit within 30 degrees of the horizontal plane. Max. 30˚ 2 Use the enclosed screws for installation. Using other screws can cause damage and void the warranty . Chassis Chassis Damage Max. 8 mm (M5 screw) 4. Installing the VS735 Installing into a Universal In-Dash Mount (using the DIN sleeve) Fir[...]

20 VS735 VS735 unit Screwdriver Tabs Hole Rear fastening hole of vehicle, Instrument panel Universal mounting brac ket sleeve Tabs Trim ring or other tool Sleeve clip or backstrap Nut and washer Removing the VS735 from the Universal In-Dash Mount Note: • This requires you to have the original release tools provided with the VS735. Keep these tool[...]

VS735 21 Installing into a Fixed In-Dash Mount (in T oyota, Nissan, and other ISO-compatible vehicles) Some vehicles use the “ISO” standard radio-mounting system. The Clarion VS735 has pre-tapped mounting holes that are compatible with ISO mounting systems. In these vehicles the mounting bracket sleeve, the rear nut and washers, and the backstr[...]

22 VS735 The VS735 installed with another head unit VS735 in place of factory pocket, below radio Factory trim bezel Factory Radio Mounting Bracket Dashboard Factory Radio Mounting Bracket Clarion Supplied Screws into VS735 Clarion Supplied Screws into VS735 Factory Trim Screws Factory Trim Screws If a hook on the installation brack et inter- feres[...]

VS735 23 Installing into a Universal Bracket Mount in an Alternative Location (to the floor under a seat or below a package tray) If installation of the DVD player in an in-dash location is impossible or undesirable, it can be installed in alternative locations with the supplied mounting brackets. 1 Determine if you will be floor mounting the unit,[...]

24 VS735 VS735 Connections A/V Output Auxiliary A/V Input External IR input Red +12V Accessory Y ellow +12V Constant P ower Black - Ground Digital optical output Black - Ground Y ellow +12V Constant P ower Red +12V Accessory P ower connector pin assignments[...]

VS735 25 VS735 with Monitor Y ellow +12V Constant Po wer Black - Gr ound Video output - to monitor Audio output - to head unit with volume control or Clarion FM200 FM Modulator VS 735 IR input Red +12V Accessory Power Harness Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Optical digital output A/V Auxiliary inputs A/V Output Video input 2 Video input 1 Video input 1 Re[...]

26 VS735 VS735 with TV Tuner Black - Gr ound Video output - to monitor Audio output - to head unit with volume control or Clarion FM200 FM Modulator VS 735 IR input Red +12V Accessory Power Harness Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Optical digital output A/V Auxiliary inputs A/V Output Antenna ZCB 001 TTX 001 TV T uner 3-conductor "Y"-cable (not s[...]

VS735 27 VS735 in Dolby Pro Logic 5.1 System Black - Gr ound Video output - to monitor VS 735 IR input Red +12V Accessory Power Harness Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Optical digital cable DCA 008 or DCA 005 A/V Auxiliary inputs A/V Output D VH 920 CeNET 5.1 Channel Processor Optical input Analog outputs to amplifiers POWER DSF ADJUST A-MODE SOURCE D VC [...]

28 VS735 VS735 Added to Factory Audio System Black - Gr ound Video output - to monitor Audio output VS735 IR input Red +12V Accessory Power harness Clarion VMA 7191 monitor Optical digital output A/V Auxiliary inputs A/V output T o radio and antenna FM200 Video input 2 Video input 1 Video input 1 Red +12V Accessory Black - Ground Y ellow +12V Const[...]

VS735 29 9. SETUP VS735 T ypical Setup and Configuration The VS735 is shipped with the following configuration: • Standard 4:3 aspect ratio format output • Automatic NTSC/P AL output switching • Analog stereo audio, digital audio output off • All language options set to English • Parental control off, and default password of 3308. Note: ?[...]

30 VS735 4:3 16:9 Standard TV screen format (Ofter referred to as "fullscreen) Widescreen format (used with HDTV) “Normal” TV screen (Often called “fullscreen”) Changing the Aspect Ratio Mode T o change the aspect ratio mode, select GENERAL, and then select TV DISPLA Y . For widescreen (16:9) monitors, select WIDE. For standard monitor[...]

VS735 31 Changing the “Angle Mark” T o enable or disable the “angle mark,” which appears during scenes that support the multiple-viewing-angle feature, select GENERAL and ANGLE MARK. PIC MODE TV DISPLA Y TV TYPE ANGLE MARK OSD LANG MAIN P AGE OFF - - GENERAL P AGE - - ON CAPTIONS Activating Captions and Subtitles T o enable or disable capti[...]

32 VS735 Activating the SPDIF Digital Output T o turn on the SPDIF digital output, select AUDIO and SPDIF . Note: • Only enable the SPDIF digital output when a digital audio processor is in use. Some digital audio processors will require you to select an LPCM output frequency . DUAL MONO SPDIF OP MODE DRC LPCM OUTPUT MAIN P AGE OFF ON -- AUDIO SE[...]

VS735 33 Deactivating the “Smart Nav” On-Screen Menu Display T o play MP3 discs without the “Smart Nav” on-screen menu display , select PREFERENCES, then SMART NA V . DISC MENU AUDIO SUBTITLE LOCALE P ARENT AL P ASSWORD SMAR T NA V DEF AUL TS MAIN P AGE - - PREFERENCES P AGE - - NO MENU WITH MENU Selecting Mono Audio Output Mode For a mono [...]

34 VS735 Changing Language Settings Several language settings can be customized on the VS735. Notes: • Not all language settings are supported by all discs. • The languages supported by the VS735 vary by individual option setting. T o change the on-screen display language , select GEN- ERAL and OSD LANG. PIC MODE TV DISPLA Y TV TYPE ANGLE MARK [...]

VS735 35 T o change the disc menu language , select PREFERENCES and DISC MENU. DISC MENU AUDIO SUBTITLE LOCALE P ARENT AL P ASSWORD SMART NA V DEF AUL TS MAIN P AGE ENGLISH FRENCH SP ANISH CHINESE JAP ANESE - - PREFERENCES P AGE - - GERMAN IT ALIAN Special Installer Output Adjustments The VS735 also has four output adjustments not contained in the [...]

36 VS735 Setup Options List The factory default options are given in bold type. GENERAL P AGE TV DISPLA Y: NORMAL/PS , NORMAL/LB, WIDE. TV TYPE: MUL TI , NTSC, P AL PIC MODE: AUTO , HI-RES, N-FLICKER ANGLE MARK: ON , OFF OSD LANG: ENGLISH , FRENCH, GERMAN, IT ALIAN, DANISH, SP ANISH CAPTIONS: ON , OFF SPEAKER SETUP DOWNMIX: L T/R T , STEREO AUDIO S[...]

VS735 37 10. TROUBLESHOOTING No sound, low-level sound. Check the audio output level setting (see section 9 “ Setup ”). Note: • DVDs often seem quieter than CDs due to their high dynamic range. No sound or picture. Press the [A/V] button to make sure you are not in A/V input mode. “Tinny” sound. Check the “Downmix” setting in the SETU[...]

38 VS735 1 1. SPECIFICA TIONS Supply voltage: 12V DC (1 1V-16V) T est voltage: 12V , negative ground Current consumption: Less than 2.0A Signal system: Composite video 1.0Vp-p 75W RCA pin jack Discs played: DVD video discs— 5“ (12 cm) single-sided, single-layer 5“ (12 cm) single-sided, double-layer 3“ (8 cm) single-sided, single-layer 3“ [...]

VS735 39 LIMITED W ARRANTY INFORMA TION For USA and Canada only This product is warranted against all defects in material workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products, except for speakers, are covered by a two year limited warranty when installed by an authorized Clarion dealer. The conditions o[...]