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MEX-DV150UE/DV1500U/DV1505U
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The following chart shows the supported compression formats, their file
types, and the disc types on which those files can be stored.
Available functions differ depending on the format, regardless of disc
type. The format symbols below appear next to the description of
types, and the disc types on which those files can be stored.
Available functions differ depending on the format, regardless of disc
type. The format symbols below appear next to the description of
Tip
For details on compression formats.
For details on compression formats.
Unsupported discs
The following discs cannot be played on this unit.
• 8 cm (3
• 8 cm (3
1
/
4
in) discs
• 12 cm (4
3
/
4
in) discs utilizing only the inner 8 cm (3
1
/
4
in) data portion
• CD-ROM containing files other than MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/
• SA-CD
• CD-G
• Photo-CD
• VSD (Video Single Disc)
• DVD-ROM containing files other than MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/
• CD-G
• Photo-CD
• VSD (Video Single Disc)
• DVD-ROM containing files other than MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/
• DVD-RAM
• DVD-Audio
• Active-Audio (Data)
• SVCD (Super Video CD)
• CDV
• Discs created in Packet Write format
• Discs in DTS format
• DVD-Audio
• Active-Audio (Data)
• SVCD (Super Video CD)
• CDV
• Discs created in Packet Write format
• Discs in DTS format
Note
Even compatible discs may not be playable on this unit, depending on their
recorded condition.
Even compatible discs may not be playable on this unit, depending on their
recorded condition.
Region code
The region system is used to protect
software copyrights.
The region code is located on the bottom
of the unit, and only DVDs labeled with
an identical region code can be played on
this unit.
software copyrights.
The region code is located on the bottom
of the unit, and only DVDs labeled with
an identical region code can be played on
this unit.
DVDs labeled
can also be played.
If you try to play any other DVD, the
message “Playback prohibited by region
code.” will appear on the monitor screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code
may be labeled even though playing the
DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.
message “Playback prohibited by region
code.” will appear on the monitor screen.
Depending on the DVD, no region code
may be labeled even though playing the
DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.
Format symbol
in manual
File type
Storable disc type
MP3 audio file
DATA DVDs
DVD-ROM
DVD-R
DVD-R DL
DVD-RW
DVD+R
DVD+R DL
DVD+RW
DATA CDs
CD-ROM
CD-R
CD-RW
WMA audio file
AAC audio file
JPEG image file
DivX
®
video file
MPEG-4 video file
MPEG-4
Region code
ALL
functions available for that format.
(the rest is transparent)
MPEG-4
MPEG-4
Playable discs and symbols used in this manual
This unit can play various video/audio discs.
The following chart helps you to check if a disc is supported by this unit,
as well as what functions are available for a given disc type.
The following chart helps you to check if a disc is supported by this unit,
as well as what functions are available for a given disc type.
*1 Audio files can also be stored. For details.
*2 Video/image files can also be stored. For details.
*2 Video/image files can also be stored. For details.
Note
“DVD” may be used in this manual as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs, and DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs.
“DVD” may be used in this manual as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/
DVD-RWs, and DVD+Rs/DVD+RWs.
Disc symbol
in manual
Disc format
Disc logo
VI
DEO
DVD VIDEO
DVD-R*
1
DVD-R DL*
1
(Video mode/VR mode)
DVD-RW*
1
(Video mode/VR mode)
DVD+R*
1
DVD+R DL*
1
DVD+RW*
1
Video CD
(Ver. 1.0/1.1/2.0)
A
UDIO
Audio CD
CD-ROM*
2
CD-R*
2
CD-RW*
2
MEX-DV150UE/DV1500U/DV1505U
6
SECTION 2
GENERAL
This section is extracted
from instruction manual.
from instruction manual.
(DV1500U: E model/DV1505U)
Location and function of controls
Main unit
Refer to the pages listed for details.
Instructions in this manual generally describe the controls
on the card remote commander. You can also use the
controls on the main unit if they have the same or similar
names to those on the card remote commander.
Instructions in this manual generally describe the controls
on the card remote commander. You can also use the
controls on the main unit if they have the same or similar
names to those on the card remote commander.
" OFF button
To power off/stop the source (press); shut off
completely (press and hold).
completely (press and hold).
#
(Back) button
To return to the previous display.
$ SOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/Disc/USB/
AUX).
AUX).
%
(Browse) button
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*
1
& Control dial/SOUND/ENTER button
To adjust the volume/adjust a setting (rotate); open the
sound menu/apply a setting (press).
sound menu/apply a setting (press).
' Disc slot
To insert the disc.
( Display window
) ;(eject) button
To eject the disc.
* USB terminal
To connect to the USB device.
+ SEEK +/– buttons
Disc/USB:
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/
fast-forward track (press and hold).*
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/
fast-forward track (press and hold).*
2
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
,
(front panel release) button
- MODE button
To select the radio band (FM/AM); select an auxiliary
device connected to the AUX input jack (front) or
AUX IN jack (rear).
device connected to the AUX input jack (front) or
AUX IN jack (rear).
. Receptor for the card remote commander
/ RESET button
ALBM ARTIST TRACK
SHUF ZAP
+
DM
LOUD
DISC
REG
TP
TA
AF
AUX
SETUP
REP
SHUF
OFF
1
2
3
4
5
6
ALBM
SOURCE
MODE
SEEK
SEEK
PUSH SOUND / ENTER
DSPL
SCRL
RL
RI
RT
RB
R
RE
RM
RK
RGRH
0 SETUP button
To open the system setup menu.
1 SCRL (Scroll) button
To scroll the display item.
2 Number buttons
Disc/USB:
: C REP
: SHUF #
/ : ALBM –/+ (7/W)
: C REP
: SHUF #
/ : ALBM –/+ (7/W)
To skip an album or folder/move the cursor
(press); skip albums or folders continuously
(press and hold).
(press); skip albums or folders continuously
(press and hold).
: V (play/pause)
To start/pause playback.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
3 DSPL (Display) button
To change the display item.
4 AUX input jack
To connect a portable audio device.
*1 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
About USB cap
When not using the USB terminal
When not using the USB terminal
*, use the supplied USB cap to
prevent dust or dirt entering. Keep the USB cap out of the reach
of children to prevent accidental swallowing.
of children to prevent accidental swallowing.
Card remote commander RM-X168
Refer to the pages listed for details.
Remove the insulation film before use.
Remove the insulation film before use.
" OFF button
To power off/stop the source (press); shut off
completely (press and hold).
completely (press and hold).
# SOUND button
To open the sound menu.
$ VISUAL SETUP button
To open the play mode/visual setup menu.
% SYSTEM SETUP button
To open the system setup menu.
&
(Back)/
0 button
To return to the previous display; return to the menu
on a VCD*
on a VCD*
1
.
RT
RE
RG
RH
RK
RI
RB
' Number buttons
Disc:
To locate a title/chapter/track.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
To locate a title/chapter/track.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
( CLEAR button
To delete an entered number.
) DSPL (Display) button
To change display items.
* ATT (Attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound (to cancel, press again).
+ V (Play/Pause) button
To start/pause playback.
, N/. buttons
Disc/USB:
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/
fast-forward disc (press and hold momentarily);
reverse/fast-forward track (press and hold).*
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/
fast-forward disc (press and hold momentarily);
reverse/fast-forward track (press and hold).*
2
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a
station manually (press and hold).
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a
station manually (press and hold).
- DVD playback setting buttons
"6%*0
:
To change the audio language/format.
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC, to change the
audio channel.)
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC, to change the
audio channel.)
46#5*5-&
:
To change the subtitle language.
"/(-&
:
To change the viewing angle.
501.&/6
:
To open the top menu on a DVD.
.&/6
:
To open the menu on a disc.
.
(Browse) button
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*
3
/ /./N/
(Cursor)/ENTER buttons
To move the cursor and apply a setting.
0 SRC (Source) button
To power on; change the source (Radio/Disc/USB/
AUX).
AUX).
1 MODE button
To select the radio band (FM/AM); select an
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack
(front) or AUX IN jack (rear).
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack
(front) or AUX IN jack (rear).
2 VOL (Volume) +/– buttons
To adjust the volume.
*1 When playing with PBC function.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*3 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*3 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
Note
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be
operated with the card remote commander unless
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be
operated with the card remote commander unless
4063$&
on the main unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the
unit first.
MEX-DV150UE/DV1500U/DV1505U
7
(DV150UE/DV1500U: AEP and UK models)
Location and function of controls
Main unit
Refer to the pages listed for details.
Instructions in this manual generally describe the controls on
the card remote commander. You can also use the controls on
the main unit if they have the same or similar names to those
on the card remote commander.
Instructions in this manual generally describe the controls on
the card remote commander. You can also use the controls on
the main unit if they have the same or similar names to those
on the card remote commander.
" OFF button
To power off/stop the source (press); shut off completely
(press and hold).
(press and hold).
#
(Back) button
To return to the previous display.
$ SOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/Disc/USB/AUX).
%
(Browse) button
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*
1
& Control dial/SOUND/ENTER button
To adjust the volume/adjust a setting (rotate); open the
sound menu/apply a setting (press).
sound menu/apply a setting (press).
' Disc slot
To insert the disc.
( Display window
) ;(eject) button
To eject the disc.
* USB terminal
To connect to the USB device.
+ SEEK +/– buttons
Disc/USB:
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/fast-
forward track (press and hold).*
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/fast-
forward track (press and hold).*
2
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
,
(front panel release) button
- MODE button
To select the radio band (FM/MW/LW); select an
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack (front)
or AUX IN jack (rear).
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack (front)
or AUX IN jack (rear).
. Receptor for the card remote commander
/ RESET button
ALBM ARTIST TRACK
SHUF ZAP
+
DM
LOUD
DISC
REG
TP
TA
AF
AUX
SETUP
REP
PTY
SHUF
OFF
1
2
3
4
5
6
ALBM
SOURCE
MODE
SEEK
SEEK
PUSH SOUND / ENTER
DSPL
AF/TA
RL
RI
RT
RB
M
R
E
R
R
RK
RGRH
0 SETUP button
To open the system setup menu.
1 AF (Alternative Frequencies)/TA (Traffic
Announcement)/PTY (Program Type) button
To set AF and TA (press); select PTY (press and hold) in
RDS.
To set AF and TA (press); select PTY (press and hold) in
RDS.
2 Number buttons
Disc/USB:
: C REP
: SHUF #
/ : ALBM –/+ (7/W)
: C REP
: SHUF #
/ : ALBM –/+ (7/W)
To skip an album or folder/move the cursor (press);
skip albums or folders continuously (press and hold).
skip albums or folders continuously (press and hold).
: V (play/pause)
To start/pause playback.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
3 DSPL (Display) button
To change the display item.
4 AUX input jack
To connect a portable audio device.
*1 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
About USB cap
When not using the USB terminal
When not using the USB terminal
*, use the supplied USB cap to
prevent dust or dirt entering. Keep the USB cap out of the reach of
children to prevent accidental swallowing.
children to prevent accidental swallowing.
Card remote commander RM-X168
Refer to the pages listed for details.
Remove the insulation film before use.
Remove the insulation film before use.
" OFF button
To power off/stop the source (press); shut off completely
(press and hold).
(press and hold).
# SOUND button
To open the sound menu.
$ VISUAL SETUP button
To open the play mode/visual setup menu.
% SYSTEM SETUP button
To open the system setup menu.
&
(Back)/
0 button
To return to the previous display; return to the menu on a
VCD*
VCD*
1
.
RT
RE
RG
RH
RK
RI
RB
' Number buttons
Disc:
To locate a title/chapter/track.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
To locate a title/chapter/track.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store stations
(press and hold).
( CLEAR button
To delete an entered number.
) DSPL (Display) button
To change display items.
* ATT (Attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound (to cancel, press
again).
again).
+ V (Play/Pause) button
To start/pause playback.
, N/. buttons
Disc/USB:
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/fast-
forward track (press and hold).*
To skip a chapter/track/scene/file (press); reverse/fast-
forward disc (press and hold momentarily); reverse/fast-
forward track (press and hold).*
2
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station
manually (press and hold).
- DVD playback setting buttons
"6%*0
:
To change the audio language/format.
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC, to change the audio
channel.)
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC, to change the audio
channel.)
46#5*5-&
:
To change the subtitle language.
"/(-&
:
To change the viewing angle.
501.&/6
:
To open the top menu on a DVD.
.&/6
:
To open the menu on a disc.
.
(Browse) button
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.*
3
/ /./N/
(Cursor)/ENTER buttons
To move the cursor and apply a setting.
0 SRC (Source) button
To power on; change the source (Radio/Disc/USB/AUX).
1 MODE button
To select the radio band (FM/MW/LW); select an
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack (front)
or AUX IN jack (rear).
auxiliary device connected to the AUX input jack (front)
or AUX IN jack (rear).
2 VOL (Volume) +/– buttons
To adjust the volume.
*1 When playing with PBC function.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*3 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc.
*3 When a CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/DivX/MPEG-4 is played.
Note
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be
operated with the card remote commander unless
main unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be
operated with the card remote commander unless
main unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
4063$&
on the
MEX-DV150UE/DV1500U/DV1505U
8
(DV1500U: E model/DV1505U)
L
R
AUX
IN
VIDEO
OUT
FRONT
AUDIO OUT
REAR / SUB
AUDIO OUT
*
3
VIDEO OUT
AUX IN
A
B
from car antenna (aerial)
desde la antena del automóvil
desde la antena del automóvil
Cautions
• This unit is designed for negative ground (earth) 12 V
DC operation only.
• Do not get the leads under a screw, or caught in
moving parts (e.g. seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition off to
avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads only
after all other leads have been connected.
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads with
electrical tape for safety.
Notes on the power supply lead (yellow)
• When connecting this unit in combination with other
• When connecting this unit in combination with other
stereo components, the connected car circuit’s rating
must be higher than the sum of each component’s
fuse.
must be higher than the sum of each component’s
fuse.
• When no car circuits are rated high enough, connect
the unit directly to the battery.
Note
Before installing, make sure that the catches on both sides of
the bracket
Before installing, make sure that the catches on both sides of
the bracket
are bent inwards 2 mm (
3
/
32
in). If the catches are
straight or bent outwards, the unit will not be installed securely
and may spring out.
and may spring out.
Connection example
Notes (
-B)
• Be sure to connect the ground (earth) lead before connecting
the amplifier.
• The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.
Connection diagram
To a metal surface of the car
First connect the black ground (earth) lead, then connect
the yellow and red power supply leads.
the yellow and red power supply leads.
To the power antenna (aerial) control lead
or power supply lead of antenna (aerial)
booster
booster
Notes
• It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is no
• It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is no
power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial) booster, or with
a manually-operated telescopic antenna (aerial).
a manually-operated telescopic antenna (aerial).
• When your car has a built-in FM/AM antenna (aerial) in
the rear/side glass, see “Notes on the control and power
supply leads.”
supply leads.”
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers. Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
system may damage the unit.
To the +12 V power terminal which is
energized in the accessory position of the
ignition switch
ignition switch
Notes
• If there is no accessory position, connect to the +12 V
• If there is no accessory position, connect to the +12 V
power (battery) terminal which is energized at all times.
Be sure to connect the black ground (earth) lead to a
metal surface of the car first.
Be sure to connect the black ground (earth) lead to a
metal surface of the car first.
• When your car has a built-in FM/AM antenna (aerial) in
the rear/side glass, see “Notes on the control and power
supply leads.”
supply leads.”
To the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to connect the black ground (earth) lead to a metal
surface of the car first.
surface of the car first.
To the parking brake switch cord
Notes on the control and power supply leads
• The power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) supplies +12 V
• The power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) supplies +12 V
DC when you turn on the tuner.
• When your car has built-in FM/AM antenna (aerial) in the
rear/side glass, connect the power antenna (aerial) control
lead (blue) or the accessory power supply lead (red) to the
power terminal of the existing antenna (aerial) booster. For
details, consult your dealer.
lead (blue) or the accessory power supply lead (red) to the
power terminal of the existing antenna (aerial) booster. For
details, consult your dealer.
• A power antenna (aerial) without a relay box cannot be used
with this unit.
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected, power will
always be supplied to the memory circuit even when the ignition
switch is turned off.
When the yellow power supply lead is connected, power will
always be supplied to the memory circuit even when the ignition
switch is turned off.
Notes on speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms, and with
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms, and with
adequate power handling capacities to avoid its damage.
• Do not connect the speaker terminals to the car chassis, or
connect the terminals of the right speakers with those of the
left speaker.
left speaker.
• Do not connect the ground (earth) lead of this unit to the
negative (–) terminal of the speaker.
• Do not attempt to connect the speakers in parallel.
• Connect only passive speakers. Connecting active speakers
• Connect only passive speakers. Connecting active speakers
(with built-in amplifiers) to the speaker terminals may damage
the unit.
the unit.
• To avoid a malfunction, do not use the built-in speaker leads
installed in your car if the unit shares a common negative (–)
lead for the right and left speakers.
lead for the right and left speakers.
• Do not connect the unit’s speaker leads to each other.
Notes on connection
• If speaker and amplifier are not connected correctly,
• If speaker and amplifier are not connected correctly,
“FAILURE” appears in the display. In this case, make sure the
speaker and amplifier are connected correctly.
speaker and amplifier are connected correctly.
• If you are to use the monitor for the rear seats, connect the
parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
AMP REM
Max. supply current 0.3 A
Corriente máx. de alimentación de 0,3 A
Corriente máx. de alimentación de 0,3 A
Fuse (10 A)
Fusible (10 A)
Fusible (10 A)
Blue/white striped
Con rayas azules y blanca
Con rayas azules y blanca
Red
Rojo
Rojo
Yellow
Amarillo
Amarillo
White
Blanco
Blanco
Green
Verde
Verde
Purple
Morado
Morado
White/black striped
Con rayas blancas y negras
Con rayas blancas y negras
Gray/black striped
Con rayas grises y negras
Con rayas grises y negras
Green/black striped
Con rayas verdes y negras
Con rayas verdes y negras
Gray
Gris
Gris
Left
Izquierdo
Izquierdo
Right
Derecho
Derecho
Left
Izquierdo
Izquierdo
Right
Derecho
Derecho
ANT REM
Black
Negro
Negro
Blue
Azul
Azul
Max. supply current 0.1 A
Corriente máx. de alimentación de 0,1 A
Purple/black striped
Con rayas moradas y negras
Con rayas moradas y negras
*
1
*
2
VIDEO OUT
Monitor*
Monitor*
Monitor*
FRONT
AUDIO OUT
REAR / SUB
AUDIO OUT
Monitor*
Monitor*
Monitor*
* not supplied
no suministrado
* not supplied
no suministrado
Monitor (not supplied)
Monitor (no suministrado)
Monitor (no suministrado)
Light green
Verde claro
Verde claro
*
1
RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*
2
For details on connecting to the parking
brake switch cord, see “Connecting the
parking brake cord (
brake switch cord, see “Connecting the
parking brake cord (
)” on the reverse
side.
*
3
AUDIO OUT can be switched SUB or
REAR. For details, see the supplied
Operating Instructions.
REAR. For details, see the supplied
Operating Instructions.
*
4
Auxiliary device such as hideaway
navigation device, TV tuner box, etc.
navigation device, TV tuner box, etc.
PARKING BRAKE
*
4
*
1
Cable con terminales RCA
(no suministrado)
(no suministrado)
*
2
Para obtener detalles acerca de cómo
conectar el cable de conmutación del
freno de estacionamiento, consulte
“Conexión del cable del freno de
estacionamiento (
conectar el cable de conmutación del
freno de estacionamiento, consulte
“Conexión del cable del freno de
estacionamiento (
)” en el dorso.
*
3
AUDIO OUT (salida de audio) puede
cambiarse a SUB o REAR. Para obtener
información, consulte el manual de
instrucciones suministrado.
cambiarse a SUB o REAR. Para obtener
información, consulte el manual de
instrucciones suministrado.
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Dispositivo auxiliar como, por
ejemplo, un dispositivo de navegación
independiente, un sintonizador de
televisión, etc.
ejemplo, un dispositivo de navegación
independiente, un sintonizador de
televisión, etc.
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