Remote Control - VCP

VCP REMOTE CONTROL

VCP Remote Control:

Simply aim the remote control at the video display and press the desired function button. Be sure the remote batteries are not discharged, which may reduce sensitivity to receive signals from the remote control. Objects blocking the remote control infrared beam may prevent operation of the VCP.

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT
The battery compartment is on the back of the remote control. To access them simply slide open the battery door. The remote uses 2 AAA dry-cell batteries. Before using the remote control, be sure to check that the batteries are correctly installed. The positive (+) and negative (-) symbols on the batteries must match the symbols inside the battery compartment.

CARE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER
^ A Video Cassette Player (VCP) that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound and video quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism.
^ Do not repeatedly load or unload a video cassette without playing it for a short time. Otherwise, the tape may slacken and become damaged.
^ Do not leave video cassettes in the VCP for long periods of time. This could damage the VCP or the tape.
^ Over time as the VCP playback heads become dirty, the video picture may become blurred, interrupted, or noisy. Once this occurs, the VCP likely requires thorough cleaning.
^ Regular cleaning of the tape heads using a common VHS cassette-style cleaner will increase tape life and reliability of the VCP.
^ To verify that cleaning is necessary, load and play several video tapes to see if the problem persists. If cleaning is required, use a cleaning cassette, available from consumer electronics outlets. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.

CARE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTES
Do not leave a video tape in the VCP overnight, or during hot or cold conditions. This may cause the tape to stick to the VCP heads which could damage the tape or VCP.

Do not directly touch the magnetic tape surface. Avoid exposing a video cassette to direct sunlight and keep it away from heat sources such as heater vents.

Avoid extreme environments such as high humidity, excessive vibrations or jarring, strong magnetic fields (from a speaker for example), and dust.

IMPORTANT: Never insert a tape into the VCP if there is moisture on the tape.

Always place the video cassette back in its case after use.

USING RADIO-OPERATED COMMUNICATION DEVICES WHILE OPERATING THE VCP
Operating a mobile or permanently-mounted communication device in or near the vehicle while the
VCP is on may cause objectionable video distortion. Examples of these communication devices are:
^ Cellular telephones
^ Scanners
^ CB radios
^ Walkie-talkies
^ Two-way radios
^ Mobile fax devices
^ Global Positioning System (GPS) systems (excluding the OnStar(R) system)

In some cases, radio wave distortion may or may not be noticed at either the device or the entertainment system.

Therefore, whenever operating a communication device in or around the vehicle, it may be necessary to turn off the VCP, or operate the device outside and away from the vehicle.

EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) ON THE VIDEO SYSTEM
Almost all electric or electronic devices radiate energy in the form of radio waves, also known as EMI. EMI can be produced from such thing as common residential TV antennas, personal hair dryers, microwave ovens, utility power lines, and cellular phones (and other communication devices) in passing vehicles.

Not all devices produce the same level of EMI radiation - some very weak, some very strong. However, under the right circumstances, some devices may emit enough EMI that it affects the video entertainment system. However, in some cases EMI may not only cause objectionable video distortion, but may turn off the Video Cassette Player (VCP). When this happens, simply turn on the VCP and resume playing. If the problem persists, check your surroundings for possible EMI sources, such as utility power lines. Wait until the vehicle is clear of the source and try it again.

REAR VIDEO SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The video entertainment system augments the in-dash audio system with video and additional headphones for private listing enjoyment.

The video entertainment system is really 2 separate systems, audio and video, that can be operated independently of each other.

The video entertainment system consists of:
^ A Video Cassette Player (VCP) housed in the console below the instrument panel
^ A separate infrared remote control to operate the video functions of the VCP
^ A front video display and a rear video display mounted in the overhead console

The audio system consists of Rear Seat Audio (RSA) module.

The vehicle's regular in-dash audio system consists of the AM-FM stereo with cassette tape player, and the remote compact disc player. Without the video entertainment system option, audio from the in-dash system would only be available through the front and rear speakers, and the 2 headphone jacks in the rear seat audio (RSA) module.