Magnadyne Car Video System M125C User Manual

Owner’s/Installation Manual  
7" Color LCD Monitor  
Model: M125C  
For Technical Assistance, please call (800) 638-3600,  
 
Monitor Features and Controls  
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1. LCD Screen  
6. Brightness Button (Increase): Press this  
button to increase the screen’s brightness.  
Note: When the menu is displayed, press  
this button to adjust the selected menu  
item.  
2. IR Sensor: Receives signal from the  
remote control.  
3. LED Power Indicator:  
A red LED indicates the vehicle’s ignition  
is “On” and the monitor is in the “stand-  
by” mode. When the vehicle is put into  
reverse or the turn signals are used the  
camera’s image will automatically appear  
on the display. Note: The cameras can  
not be manually selected in this mode.  
7. CH- Button (Menu Item Selection):  
Press this button to select a menu item  
when a menu is displayed.  
8. Menu Button: Press this button to select  
a desired menu screen.  
9. SEL: Press this button to select a video  
A green LED indicates the power button  
on the monitor has been pressed and the  
ignition is “On”. The camera’s images  
can manually be selected to appear by  
using the SEL button. The video in jack  
is also operational.  
sources (CAM1, CAM2, CAM3 and DVD).  
Note 1: When the left turn signal is acti-  
vated CAM1 (left side view camera) is  
selected automatically.  
Note 2: When the right turn signal is  
activated CAM2 (right side view camera)  
is selected automatically.  
LED is off: The monitor has no function.  
4. Power Button: Press this button to turn  
the unit "On" or "Off".  
Note 3: When the vehicle is put into  
reverse CAM3 (rearview camera) is  
selected automatically.  
Note: The ignition key must be in the  
“On” position.  
10. Video Input Jack  
5. Brightness Button (Decrease): Press  
this button to decrease the screen’s  
brightness.  
11. Speaker: The speaker is automatically  
activated only when the vehicle is put  
into reverse.  
Note: When the menu is displayed press  
this button to adjust the selected menu  
item.  
Note: The rear camera must have a built-  
in microphone for proper operation.  
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Remote Control Functions  
MUTE  
POWER  
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CH  
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MENU  
CH  
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MODE  
LANG  
CALL  
SYS  
TIMER  
SEL  
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1. Mute: Push to "Mute" the volume.  
9. CALL: Press to close the menu.  
2.  
: Press this button to select between 10. TIMER: Press to select the shut off time.  
a Mirror or Normal screen image.  
When the timer expires the monitor will  
automatically shut off.  
: Press this button to flip the screen  
image vertically.  
11. SEL: Press this button to select a video  
sources (CAM1, CAM2, CAM3 and DVD).  
3. POWER: Press this button to turn the  
unit "On" or "Off".  
Note 1: When the left turn signal is acti-  
vated CAM1 (left side view camera) is  
selected automatically.  
4. MENU: Press this button to select a  
desired menu.  
Note 2: When the right turn signal is  
activated CAM2 (right side view camera)  
is selected automatically.  
5. MODE (Picture Mode): Press to select  
between Personal, Standard, Soft, Vivid  
and Light picture settings.  
6. LANG (Language Mode): Press to select  
display language.  
7. POWER: Press this button to turn the  
unit "On" or "Off".  
Note 3: When the vehicle is put into  
reverse CAM3 (rearview camera) is  
selected automatically.  
12. SYS: Press to select PAL, AUTO, N443  
8. CH  
: Press these buttons to scroll  
or N358.  
through a menu Up or Down.  
General Operation  
Turning the Monitor On:  
The monitor is operational by activating the ignition  
key then manually pressing the power switch on the  
unit.  
Adjusting the Brightness  
Press the  
buttons on the monitor to adjust the  
brightness of the monitor.  
Brightness  
Up  
Brightness  
Down  
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General Operation  
Camera View Selection and A/V Input:  
Left Side Camera:  
The left side view camera (CAM1) is designed to  
automatically turn on whenever the vehicle’s left turn  
signal is activated.  
Right Side Camera:  
The right side view camera (CAM2) is designed to  
automatically turn on whenever the vehicle’s right  
turn signal is activated.  
Rearview Camera:  
The rearview camera (CAM3) is designed to auto-  
matically turn on whenever the vehicle is placed into  
reverse gear.  
Video Input:  
Manually select the video input by pressing the SEL  
button on the monitor until DVD appears in the display.  
Note: Select any camera view manually by pressing  
the SEL button on the monitor. If a camera view is  
automatically activated (Example: the vehicle is in  
reverse) you will not be able to manually select a dif-  
ferent camera view until the vehicle taken out of  
reverse.  
Adjusting the Volume  
1. Press the MENU button on either the monitor or  
remote control and the PICTURE menu screen will  
be displayed.  
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Volume  
Up  
Volume  
Down  
2. With the VOLUME feature highlighted, use the  
buttons on the monitor to adjust the volume. Wait  
15 seconds and the menu will disappear.  
PICTURE  
VOLUME  
BRIGHT  
CONTRAST  
COLOR  
SHARP  
HUE  
35  
40  
50  
50  
50  
50  
35  
ADJUST  
SELECT  
OPTION  
Mirror/Normal Camera Image:  
The camera image can be displayed as normal or mirror  
image. Adjust a specific camera by pressing the MENU  
button on the monitor until “OPTION” menu appears in the  
display. Follow the instruction on the screen to change the  
camera image. After selection has been made wait 15 sec-  
onds and the menu screen will disappear.  
LANG  
SCALE  
CAM1  
CAM2  
CAM3  
DVD  
ENG  
OFF  
MIRROR  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
ADJUST  
Note: CAM1 is left side camera, CAM2 is right side  
SELECT  
camera and CAM3 is rearview camera.  
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(continued)  
General Operation  
Monitor Adjustment  
The monitor has three basic menus: Picture, Option and System. To scroll through the three  
basic menus continuously press the MENU button.  
Picture Menu  
Press the Menu button on either the monitor front  
PICTURE  
VOLUME  
BRIGHT  
CONTRAST  
COLOR  
SHARP  
HUE  
35  
40  
50  
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panel or remote control until the PICTURE menu  
screen is displayed. Use the buttons on the  
remote to scroll through the menu items and select  
from the menu items: VOLUME, BRIGHT, CONTRAST  
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COLOR, SHARP and HUE. Then use the  
but-  
tons to make adjustments to the selected item.  
ADJUST  
SELECT  
Note: NTSC color system will display “HUE”, but PAL  
will not.  
Option Menu  
OPTION  
Press the Menu button on either the monitor front  
panel or remote control until the OPTION menu  
LANG  
SCALE  
CAM1  
CAM2  
CAM3  
DVD  
ENG  
OFF  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
screen is displayed. Use the  
remote to scroll through the menu and select from  
the menu items: LANG, SCALE, CAM1, CAM2, CAM3  
buttons on the  
and DVD. Then use the  
buttons to make adjust-  
ments to the selected item.  
ADJUST  
SELECT  
Note: If SCALE is selected “ON” then the monitor will  
display a distance grid when the reverse camera is  
selected. The grid is a reference point and can not be  
used as an accurate measurement.  
System Menu  
Press the Menu button on either the monitor front  
panel or remote control until the SYSTEM menu  
screen is displayed. Use the  
remote to scroll through the menu and select from the  
SYSTEM  
COLOR-SYS  
BLUE BLACK  
HORIZONTAL  
VERTICAL  
ZOOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
buttons on the  
menu items: COLOR-SYS, BLUE BLACK, HORIZON-  
TAL, VERTICAL and ZOOM. Then use the  
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but-  
tons to make adjustments to the selected item.  
ADJUST  
SELECT  
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Front Panel Video Input  
Yellow RCA: Video (Cable Not Supplied)  
Auxiliary Video Input  
You can connect the video output signal of a digital  
camera, camcorder or video device. Select the auxiliary  
video input mode by pressing the SEL button on the  
monitor until DVD appears in the display.  
Cable Suggestions: Radio Shack #42-2551 or #42-2483.  
Technical Specifications  
• 7” TFT-LCD color monitor  
• Audio output: 1 watt  
• Front speaker  
• Power supply: automobile storage battery (12-32V)  
• Power consumption: about 10 watts  
• Outer dimension: 182mm (W) x 122mm (H) x 26mm (D) without flush mount  
198mm (W) x 138mm (H) x 31mm (D) with flush mount  
• Dot pitch: 0.321 (W) x 0.372 (H)  
• Resolution: 480 x 3 (RGB) x 234  
• Contrast: 250:1  
• Brightness: 450cd/m2  
Viewing angle: U: 30 / D: 60, R/L: 60  
• Operating temperature: -20 ~ +70O C, RH90%  
• Storage temperature: -30 ~ +80O C, RH90%  
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Wiring Diagram  
Red Wire: 12 Volt Switched (DC 12~32V)  
2 Amp  
Black Wire: Ground (GND)  
White Wire: Left Trigger (LEFT TRIG)  
Gray Wire: Right Trigger (RIGHT TRIG)  
Green Wire: Rear Trigger (REAR TRIG)  
1. +12 Volts  
2. N/A  
5. Ground  
4. Video  
CAM3  
(Green Connector)  
3. Audio  
C125 (Rearview)  
1. +12 Volts  
2. N/A  
5. Ground  
4. Video  
CAM2  
(Gray Connector)  
3. N/A  
C-SDR (Right Side)  
1. +12 Volts  
2. N/A  
5. Ground  
4. Video  
CAM1  
(White Connector)  
3. N/A  
C-SDL (Left Side)  
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Installation Instructions  
The monitor can be mounted via a pedestal-mount, U-support bracket or a flush-mount.  
Pedestal Mounting the Monitor  
1. Loosen the thumb wheel on the base support so the nut attached to the thumb wheel  
can slide into the monitor’s mounting channel.  
2. Slide the thumb wheel nut into the channel on the back of the monitor  
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3. Position the monitor to the desired height and tighten the base support thumb wheel.  
4. Adjust the tilt lever.  
5. Use the double-sided foam (supplied) or mounting screws (not supplied) to secure the  
base support to the desired location  
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Monitorsí  
Mounting  
Channel  
Base Support  
Thumb Screw  
Tilt Lever  
Nut  
Double Sided  
Mounting Foam  
U-Support Mounting the Monitor  
1. Select a position to mount the monitor that is free of obstructions and moving parts and  
has a proper viewing angle.  
2. Remove the mounting bracket from the monitor and use it as a template to drill the  
mounting holes.  
3. Position the monitor mounting bracket and align with pre-drilled holes, then secure  
bracket with screws (not supplied).  
4. Secure the monitor to the mounting bracket using adjustment thumb screws.  
Angle Adjustment  
Thumb Screw  
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Installation Instructions  
Flush Mounting the Monitor  
1. Locate a suitable location for mounting the monitor (In-Dash, In-Wall, Headrest, etc.)  
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Then cut a 7-1/8" (W) x 4-7/8" (H) opening and insert and secure the flush-mount housing.  
2. After securing the housing, insert the monitor into the housing. Do Not Apply Pressure  
Directly to the LCD Monitor’s Screen. Utilize the outer edges to gently push the monitor  
into the housing until it snaps into place.  
Mounting Screws  
(Not Supplied)  
Cut a 73/8" x 5" Opening  
“Snap”  
“Snap”  
“Snap”  
“Snap”  
Removing the Flush Mounted Monitor  
1. Insert the detaching piece as indicated Press in and lift up and the monitor will be  
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released from the flush mount.  
2. Remove the monitor  
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Maintenance  
Although this monitor requires little care, you can still maintain its condition and performance  
by following these steps:  
• Keep the system away from excessive moisture, extreme heat or cold, and magnetic fields.  
• Occasionally clean the monitor screen with damp soft cloth.  
Should you experience any problem with the system please refer to the troubleshooting guide  
prior to returning your system for repair.  
Note 1: The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating  
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified personnel.  
Note 2: Do not expose the unit to water or excessive moisture. This could cause electrical  
shorts, fire or other damage.  
Troubleshooting  
Only qualified personnel should remove the cover or service this unit. The warranty will become invalid  
if factory security seal is broken.  
Solutions  
Symptoms  
Unstable Image  
• Low-Voltage – Check Battery  
• Check Generator  
• If the systems is wireless move vehicle to  
another location, as the problem may be  
caused by outside interference.  
Cloudy Image  
• Clean Dirty Camera Lens  
• Clean Dirty Monitor Lens  
• Adjust Contrast  
• Adjust Brightness  
No Power/Picture  
No Sound  
• Check Fuses  
• Check if AV Cable is Properly Connected  
to Monitor  
• Check Volume Level and Audio  
Connection  
Note: The speaker is only operational when  
the vehicle is put into reverse and is auto-  
matically activated.  
• Check Color Level Settings  
No Color  
• Check Horizontal and Vertical Settings  
Upside Down or Inverted Image  
• Check the Green Reverse Trigger Wire for  
Proper 12 Volt Connection.  
• Check Video Inputs to Ensure they are  
Properly Connected  
Monitor Does Not Display Image When  
Vehicle is in Reverse  
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Warranty  
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents will within one year from the date of sale  
to you, repair, replace or refund the retail sales price of said product or any part thereof, at  
the option of the Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents, if said product or part  
is found defective in materials or workmanship, when properly connected and operating on  
the correct power requirements designated for the specific product. This warranty and  
Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agent’s obligations hereunder do not apply where  
the product was; damaged while in the possession of the consumer, subjected to unrea-  
sonable or unintended use, not reasonably maintained, utilized in commercial or industrial  
operations, or serviced by anyone other than Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized  
agents, or where the warning seal on the product is broken or the power and/or plugs are  
detached from the unit. Magnadyne Corporation or any of its authorized agents will not  
assume any labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of any product found to be defec-  
tive, or the cost of transportation to Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents. Such  
cost are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.  
This warranty does not cover the cabinet appearance items or accessories used in con-  
nection with this product, or any damage to recording or recording tape, or any damage to  
the products resulting from improper installation, alteration, accident, misuse, abuse or  
acts of nature.  
MAGNADYNE CORPORATION OR ITS AUTHORIZED AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO  
ANYONE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR CLAIMS EXCEPT THOSE  
ACCORDED BY LAW. NO EXPRESSED WARRANTY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IS GIVEN  
EXCEPT THOSE SET FORTH HEREIN. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL EXTEND BEYOND  
ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF SALE.  
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not  
transferable. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,  
and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.  
“NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by  
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the User’s  
authority to operate the equipment.”  
Defective merchandise should be returned to the original point of purchase or  
secondly, to Magnadyne Corporation, 1111 W. Victoria Street, Compton CA 90220.  
Return Authorization must be obtained before sending, or merchandise may be refused.  
Copyright © 2008 MobileVision  
M125C-UM Rev. A 3-10-08  
 

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