VMA633

6.5 INCH WIDE LCD MONITOR
6.5 WIDE ACTIVE MARTIX TFT

COLOUR LCD MONITOR

OWNERS MANUAL

INSTALLATION GUIDE

WARNING!
THE CLARION VMA633 LCD MONITOR IS DESIGNED FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSE AND REAR SEAT PASSENGER VIEWING ONLY. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR VIEWING MOVIES BY THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. SUCH USE MAY DISTRACT THE DRIVER OR INTERFERE WITH THE DRIVERS SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SUCH USE MAY ALSO VIOLATE STATE LAW. CLARION DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING FATALITIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY IMPROPER OR UNINTENDED USES OF THIS PRODUCT.

INTRODUCTION:

The VMA633 is a TFT active matrix colour LCD monitor that delivers a striking picture with superior image resolution. The Clarion VMA633 is a full-feature 6.5 LCD Colour Monitor and has the following topics: 6.5 wide-screen colour LCD panel. A bright vibrant clear screen. Video composite & RGB 8-pin DIN Style inputs Built-in speaker for navigation announcements Universal mount for easy installation in different car types
ABOUT THIS MANUAL AND WARRANTY:
To start enjoying your new Clarion VMA633 monitor, please read the instructions listed in this manual. Keep all instructions for future reference. Please fill out and send in the enclosed warranty card to protect your purchase and aid in warranty service. Also, save

INTRODUCTION

your original sales receipt as proof of purchase.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

INTRODUCTION, ABOUT THIS MANUAL & TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS & DESCRIPTION OF BUTTONS AND CONNECTORS DESCRIPTION OF PICTURE ADJUSTMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE WIRING PRECAUTIONS DESCRIPTION OF INSTALLATION TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS
VMA633 6.5 TFT LCD Monitor

PRECAUTIONS:

This monitor is intended for use in DC 12V, negative ground vehicles. Do not operate the monitor in ways other than described in this guide, doing so may cause damage and void the warranty. Be careful not to run down the cars battery while using a multimedia system with the engine stopped. Doing so may damage the vehicles battery or the multimedia system. Do not disassemble or modify monitor. Doing so may damage it and void the warranty. Keep moisture away from the set. Water and humidity may damage the internal circuitry. Do not let the monitor become overheated. If the temperature inside the vehicle is high or the monitor has been exposed to direct sunlight, lower the monitors temperature before use. (The liquid crystal panel operates within a temperature range of 1~45C (30~113F). In extremely cold temperature, the movement of the picture may slow and the picture may become dark. The monitor will work normally once the temperature increase to its normal operation range. Small black or shiny dots may been see inside the liquid crystal panel. These are normal when manufacturing liquid crystal products.
DESCRIPTION OF BUTTON AND CONNECTORS:

DESCRIPTION BUTTONS

1. Power Button 2. Dimmer Sensor 3. Remote Sensor 4. Picture Controls 5. Wide Mode Controls
6. Source Controls 7. Video Composite Input 8. 2-Pin Molex Power Connector 9. IR Serial Remote OUT 10. 8-Pin RGB input DIN cable
11.Speaker (White w.Black line) 12.Speaker + (White) 13.Dimmer Lead (Orange) 2
DESCRIPTION OF PICTURE ADJUSTMENT:
Press the PICTURE SELECT button several times, the screen will display the picture control Bar in the following order sequentially. (BLANK)BRIGHTNESSCONTRASTCOLOURTINTDIMMERMEM RESET Before the display disappears, use the PICTURE SELECT UP button or PICTURE SELECT DOWN button, to adjust the picture quality. COLOUR
DOWN UP Press the WIDE/NORMAL button, the screen will display 16:9 or 4:3 picture. DIMMER Press UP DOWN or Brightness to choose seven different sets.
Auto Brightness automatically DASHBOARD Controlled by Dashboard illumination MEM RESET Press UP or DOWN, all sets return the initial value.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE:

Cleaning the Cabinet:
Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe off any dirt. Do not use benzene, thinner, car cleaner, etc., as these substances may damage the cabinet or cause the point to peel.

Cleaning the LCD Panel:

Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe off any dust. The surface is easily scratched, do not rub it with hard objects.

WIRING PRECAUTIONS:

Read all wiring precautions. If you are not sure of the connections, contact your authorized Clarion dealer. 1.Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the vehicles battery before making any connections. 2.When creating passage holes through metal or plastic, use grommets to Eliminate any sharp edges created during drilling. This will protect power or video wires from nicks or damaged causing a possible short circle or failure. 3.When connecting the ground lead, fasten the ground lead (black) securely to a clean metal plate on the vehicle. Use sandpaper to remote any paint from the surface where the ground terminal is attached.

PICTURE ADJUSTMENT

DESCRIPTION OF INSTALLATION:
Now the VMA633 is useable with including mounting bracket. The VMA633 monitor will accept a video signal from any video source with composite video output. The Infrared (IR) sensor will work with a Clarion NAX9500E using the CCE-001 adapter and IR extension cable, which are provided.
Look over the vehicle for a monitor location. Each vehicle is different and locations will vary. Make sure the monitor will not interfere with the drivers safe operation of vehicle.

2. 3. 4.

Once a location has been determined, run the 3.5 mm IR extension, Video Composite and power Molex connector into the monitors mounting location. Plug main cable into the monitor. Run the IR extension, video, and power cables to their respective destinations.
RED GREEN BLUE C-SYNC NOT CONNECTED NOT CONNECTED NOT CONNECTED NOT CONNECTED
RGB Input DIN Configuration
from Composite Video Source Video Composite In
To lgnition Fuse +12V Ground(To Chassis)
To Remote Onput from RGB Video Source from RGB Output of NAX9500E

IR Remote Output

RGB Input DIN Connector speaker(-) speaker(+) Dimmer Lead

INSTALLATION

NOTE: *These CCE-001 adapt IR of NAX
and/or VS718 to VMA633! Never use IR connection without CCE-001!

Video Out

TROUBLESHOOTING: Symptom

System does not work

Fuse is blown. Power wires are not connected. The brightness is adjusted too low. Usage conditions are poor.

Solution

Replace external fuse with the same value. Check the wire connections and Connect it properly. Check that the brightness is properly adjusted, if not adjust it properly. This may happen if the temperature in the vehicle is below 1C (30F) or above 45C (113F). Check again when the temperature is between -1C (30F) and 45C (113F)

The screen dark.

SPECIFICATION: GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Power Requirement: Power Consumption: Weight Dimensions (w x h x d): Included Parts +12 Volts DC (9-16 Volts DC) 9 watts, Power On 0.75 amps (750mA) 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) 167 x 121 x 29 mm (6-1/2 x 4-7/10 x 1-3/10 in.) LCD Monitor 3.5 mm Male to Male IR extension cable (5m) IR extension cable (5m) 2-pin Molex Power connector CCE-001 IR adapter for NAX9500E and/or VS718 Mounting bracket Speaker extension cable (5m)

MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS:

Display Type: Screen Size: Pixels: Screen Resolution: Video Input Level(RCA) RGB Input Level Colour TFT Active Matrix LCD 6.5 (Panel Dimensions 144.4 x 80.3 mm) 1200 x 234 280,800 dots 1.0 volts peak to peak, NTSC 0.75 volts peak to peak, TTL

TROUBLE SHOOTING