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VDH910

VIDEOCASSETTE PLAYER/RECORDER

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NTRODUCTION

The Clarion VDH910 is a full-featured Mobile Multimedia
player/recorder specifically created for the mobile environ-
ment.  It is designed to work with Clarion Multimedia
devices and Clarion Video Monitors for a complete video
solution for your vehicle.  The VDH910 includes the follow-
ing features: 

4-head VHS Hi-Fi stereo system for high-quality play-
back of NTSC video and near CD-quality audio tracks.

Microprocessor-based, full electronic-logic control sys-
tem with feather-light push-button operation.

Motorized front-loading system for fast videocassette
loading and removal.

Built-in 12 Vdc operation which eliminates the need to
use power supply converters for mobile use.

Front A/V mounted RCA input jacks that automatically
switch to LINE2 input when plugged in.

Infrared Remote Control standard for convenient wire-
less operation.

Diamond Like Carbon Head (DLC) coated tape head
drum for extended head durability while lessening tape

wear and tape cleaning requirements.

Special effect playback, including slow motion, and 2-
speed forward/reverse picture search for quick location of
a desired video segment.

Digital Auto Tracking for best picture quality.  The
VDH910 automatically adjusts tracking while playing a
cassette.

Dew/Heat Protection System to warn of condensation
and high internal temperatures.

About The Manual And Warranty

To start enjoying your new Clarion VDH910, please read the
remaining instructions listed in this manual.  Keep all
instructions for future reference.  This product is covered by
a limited warranty (see the enclosed warranty card).  Save
the sales receipt to protect your purchase and aid in war-
ranty service
.

Summary of Contents for VDH910

Page 1: ...VDH910 OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION GUIDE V I D E O C A S S E T T E PLAYER RECORDER...

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Page 3: ...res experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical proce dures Even though this manual provides general installation and operation instructions for your new Clarion VDH910 Mobile Multimedia VH...

Page 4: ...RCA input jacks that automatically switch to LINE2 input when plugged in Infrared Remote Control standard for convenient wire less operation Diamond Like Carbon Head DLC coated tape head drum for ext...

Page 5: ...e or creating a fire haz ard Do not allow coins cleaning cloths papers and other objects to be pushed into the cassette slot These objects could connect with a voltage point inside the VCR and cause a...

Page 6: ...ter vent Avoid extreme environments such as high humidity excessive vibrations or jarring strong magnetic fields e g speaker magnet etc and dust Always place a videocassette back in its case after use...

Page 7: ...e mount IR Sensor included to the back of the VDH910 when the player is hidden away or mounted under a seat 7 RF INPUT F Connector Use with a 75 ohm antenna 8 RF OUTPUT F Connector Route to 75 ohm TV...

Page 8: ...DH910 VIDEOCASSETTE PLAYER RECORDER 6 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 9 q w e r t 8 0 Figure 2 The VDH910 s and IR Remote controls and indicators see descriptions on the next page...

Page 9: ...internal cassette to prevent damage see page 4 0 Remote IR Sensor opening Allows the IR to function through the front of the player q REW Button Press REW to rewind the tape If PLAY is engaged press...

Page 10: ...o fast forward the tape If PLAY is engaged press FF to forward search for a desired video segment 6 REW Button Press REW to rewind the tape If PLAY is engaged press REW to reverse search for a desired...

Page 11: ...LL frame Press again to advance frame by frame Press and hold button for SLOW motion playback e TV VCR Button Changes input source selection from VCR to TV tuner Using The IR Remote Control Inside the...

Page 12: ...e TV tuner mode press the TV VCR button to view the menu Using Manual Tracking Using the Remote Control you can adjust the picture tracking manually Automatic tracking is initiated when you first inse...

Page 13: ...record at standard speed SP or a slower tape speed SLP Tapes recorded at standard speed provide a clearer picture while the slower speed SLP allows more material on the tape up to 6 hours Auto Repeat...

Page 14: ...the Antenna mode Auto Channel Memory The VDH910 automatically memorizes all available chan nels and stores them into the memory of the tuner Select the Auto Channel Memory function from the Channel Se...

Page 15: ...allow connection to normal composite video inputs on TVs Set the output channel to Channel 3 or Channel 4 whichever is vacant in your area Select the VCR Output Channel function from the Main Menu Pr...

Page 16: ...ense if the tape is HI FI Figure 13 Loading a videocassette into the VDH910 Description of Remote Eye The VDH910 is supplied with an IR Remote Sensor which allows you to access all the features on the...

Page 17: ...L speed or press and hold REW for 21 times SPL speed while the tape is playing When you find the desired video segment press PLAY or release the REW button to cancel this function and resume playing t...

Page 18: ...e the record protect safety tab is present To prevent accidental recording over a cassette tape remove the record protection tab on the cassette To record on a tape with its tab removed cover the hole...

Page 19: ...be mounted horizontally or vertically as shown in Figures 15 and 16 NOTE For best results Clarion recommends horizontal mounting since vertical mounting may produce increased picture jitter while the...

Page 20: ...VDH910 VIDEOCASSETTE PLAYER RECORDER 18 Wiring The VDH910 Videocassette Player VMA7191 Figure 17 Wiring diagram for VDH910...

Page 21: ...ssette rewind or rewound or at and check tape fast forward beginning position Symptom Cause Solution Picture is noisy Videocassette Eject videocassette is worn and play another Tracking is not Adjust...

Page 22: ...te Control 1 5 Meter A V Cable 4 pin Power Cable 8 3S M4 Self Tapping Screws 16 1S M5 Self Tapping Screws 2 Installation Brackets and Remote IR Sensor Channel List On Air 12 VHF Channels 2 13 56 UHF C...

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Page 24: ...2001 VDH910 10 Rev 2 12 00 Clarion Corporation of America 661 West Redondo Beach Blvd Gardena CA 90247 800 Go Clarion www clarion usa com 2001 Clarion Corporation Gardena CA...

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