Jensen VM9126 User manual
VM9126
Operating Instructions
160
watts peak
40W x 4
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CONTENTS
Thank you for choosing a Jensen product. We hope you will nd 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 VM9126
Mobile Multimedia Receiver for maximum enjoyment.
Features 3
Controls and Indicators 5
Operating Instructions 6
Settings Menu 12
Tuner Operation 19
DVD/VCD Video Operation 23
DVD/CD Audio Operation 29
MP3/WMA Operation 33
iPod® Operation 39
Rear Camera Operation 43
Troubleshooting 44
Error Messages 47
Care and Maintenance 48
Specications 49
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FEATURES
Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9126 Mobile Multimedia Receiver.
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. We
recommend having your Jensen VM9126 installed by a reputable installation shop.
DVD
• Fast Forward/Reverse - 2X, 4X, 8X and 20X
• Slow Motion Forward/Reverse - 1/2, 1/4, 1/6 and 1/8
• Play, Pause, Stop, Next Chapter and Previous Chapter
CD / MP3 / WMA
• CD-Text Compatible
• ID3 Tag Compatible
• Directory Search (MP3 / WMA Only)
• Burn up to 1500 MP3 and WMA Files onto a DVD+R / RW
• Audible Forward / Reverse Track Search (CD-DA Only)
• Random, Repeat and Intro
• Play, Pause, Stop, Next Track and Previous Track
AM-FM
• USA / Europe / Latin America / Asia Frequency Spacing
• 30 Station Presets (18 FM / 12 AM)
• Auto Stereo / Mono
• Local / Distance
• Auto Store / Preview Scan
iPod®/iPhone®
• iPod®/ iPhone® via USB
• High Speed Direct Connect Interface to Access iPod® Playlists, Artists, Albums
and Songs. Play music and view video/photo* les from your iPod®. *Video/photo
playback requires jLink-USB iPod® interface cable (sold separately).
• Power Management Charges iPod® while Connected
Chassis
• 2.0 DIN (Import / ISO-DIN Mountable)
• Fixed Front Panel
• 6.2” High Denition TFT LCD
• 1,152,000 Sub Pixels (800x3 X 480)
• Beep Tone Conrmation (ON-OFF Option)
• Heat Management System - Forced-Air Cooling To Keep The Chip-Sets
Operating at Nominal Temperatures
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General
• One Composite Video Output for Additional Screens
• Front Panel Audio/Video Input
• Three-Band Tone control (Bass, Mid and Treble) with Eight Preset EQ Curves
• Front Panel A/V Aux Input for Portable Media Devices
• Rear Subwoofer Line Output
• Programmable Volume Control
• Rear Camera Input (Normal and Mirror Image View)
• Touch Screen Calibration Mode
• Subwoofer and Rear Line Output - 2VRMS
• Rotary Encoder Audio Control
Optional Equipment
Rear Camera
The VM9126 is “camera ready.” Before accessing any camera features, you must
purchase and install a rear video camera. Once the 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.
WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and viewing could interfere
with safe driving conditions.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of a trac 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.
WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit.
WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or re, never expose this unit to
moisture or water.
WARNING! Never use irregular discs.
WARNING! To prevent damage to the mechanism inside this unit, avoid impact to
the TFT monitor.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
EQ
SRC
EJECT
OPE N
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1. Disc Slot
2. EJECT Button
Press to eject a disc.
3. SRC Button
Press to switch between the available
audio/video sources applied to the unit.
4. EQ (Equalizer) Button
The Equalizer applies preset sound eects
to the unit’s audio output signal.
5. Internal Microphone
Internal microphone for Bluetooth calls.
6. Reset Button
Press to reset system settings to factory
default (except password and parental
lock settings).
7. Rotary Encoder / Power On/O ( )
Button
Rotate to adjust the volume. Press
momentarily to activate the MUTE
function. Press again to resume normal
listening.
Press to turn the unit ON. Press and
hold to turn the unit OFF.
8. Remote Sensor
9. USB/SD/AV Interface
Connector Cover
10. USB Interface Connector
Connect a USB device for playback
of music/video les.
11. SD Interface Connector
Insert an SD card for playback of
music/video les.
12. A/V Input
Accepts a 3.5 mm jack through
which signals from various audio/
video devices can be applied to
the unit.
13. TFT Display
14. Map Cover
Covers the Mini SD card slot.
The Mini SD card is used for the
Navigation Map only, not for
music or other les. This may
be used for rmware updates
if required.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Power On / O
Press the /SRC button to turn the unit on. The buttons on the front of the unit
light up and the current mode status appears on the LCD. Press and hold the
button to power o the unit.
Audible Beep Conrmation
An audible beep tone conrms each function selection. The Beep tone can be
disabled through the Setup menu.
Mute/Line Mute
Press the rotary encoder button to mute the volume from the unit. Press the
rotary encoder 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.
If the “MUTE” wire is connected, audio output mutes when a telephone call is
received by the car phone.
Playing Source Selection
Source Menu
You can use the touch screen to change the source through the SOURCE MENU.
To access the SOURCE MENU, touch the top left corner of the screen or press
the SRC button. Touch the DISC, RADIO, SD, USB, AUXIN, CAMERA or Settings
to select the corresponding source.
NOTE: If an iPod® is attached to the USB port, “IPOD” appears instead of the text
“USB.”
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External Devices
External peripheral devices, including a game console, camcorder, navigation unit,
iPod®, Zune, etc. can be connected to this unit via RCA output using an A/V Media
Adapter Cable (not included).
Connect the external device to the A/V Media Adapter Cable and then plug the
cable into the A/V INPUT connector on the front of the radio. Select “AUX IN”
mode to access auxiliary devices. You cannot directly control external devices
connected to the A/V INPUT. For information regarding the use of USB devices,
see “Inserting a USB Device or SD Card”.
Volume Adjustment
Volume Increase/Decrease
To increase or decrease the volume level, turn the rotary encoder on the front
panel. When the volume level reaches “0” or “40”, a beep sounds, indicating that
the adjustment limit has been reached. The TFT screen displays the volume level
for 3 seconds.
Programmable Turn-On Volume
This feature allows the user to select a turn-on volume setting regardless of the
volume setting prior to turning the unit o. To program a specic turn-on volume
level, turn the rotary encoder to adjust the volume to the desired turn-on volume.
Push and hold the rotary encoder while the blue speaker icon and level indication
is displayed on the screen. The unit will beep to conrm your turn-on volume
setting.
MUTE
3.5mm A/V Cable (not included)
V ideo
Left Audio
Right Audio
Ground
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Audio Control Menu
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
eects of the cabin equalizer.
Equalizer
Press the EQ button (4) on the front panel to display the equalizer screen.
Table 1: Equalizer Adjustments
Setting Adjustable
Range
Function
BASS -14 to +14 Reduces or increases the bass frequency
sound level.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
MID -14 to +14 Reduces or increases the mid-range
frequency sound level.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
TREBLE -14 to +14 Reduces or increases the high
frequency sound levels.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
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Setting Adjustable
Range
Function
BCF 60 Hz Selects the low pass lter frequency.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
80 Hz
100 Hz
200 Hz
MCF 0.5 kHz Selects the mid pass lter frequency.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
1 kHz
1.5 kHz
2.5 kHz
TF 10 kHz Selects the high pass lter frequency.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
12.5 kHz
15 kHz
17.5 kHz
Equalizer Presets User Applies a preset sound level to the
unit’s audio output signal.
Touch the or button to change the
setting.
NOTE: The equalizer will automatically
change to “USER” when individual audio
functions are adjusted.
Acoustic
Urban
Rave
Latin
Dance
Hip Hop
Rock
To exit the equalizer:
• touch the X button on the top left corner of the screen or press and hold the
rotary encoder to return to the previous screen.
• touch the BAL-FAD button on the left side of the screen to display the balance/
fader screen.
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Balance-Fader
Touch the BAL-FAD button on the left side of the equalizer screen to display the
balance/fader screen.
Setting Adjustable
Range
Function
Balance -16 to +16 Balances the audio output levels
between the left and right side of the
vehicle.
Touch the or button to change the
setting.
Fade -16 to +16 Balances the audio output levels
between the front and back side of the
vehicle.
Touch the or button to change the
setting.
Sub -14 to +14 Reduces or increases the subwoofer
sound level.
Touch the + or - buttons to adjust the
settings.
To exit the balance-fader:
• touch the X button on the top left corner of the screen or press and hold the
rotary encoder.
• touch the EQ button on the left side of the screen to display the equalizer
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