Table 1: | Tips and Troubleshooting Chart |
Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system works with the vehicle's audio system. The DVD player is part of the front radio. The RSE system includes a radio with a DVD player, a video display screen, and if your vehicle has a third row seat, it could have a second video display screen, audio/video jacks, two wireless headphones, and a remote control. See Radio(s) for more information on the vehicle's audio/DVD system.
The driver has basic control of the whole audio system. Press and hold the (power) knob for more than two seconds to turn off the radio, RSE (rear seat entertainment), and the RSA (rear seat audio). See Radio(s) for more information.
If your vehicle has the navigation system, see the Navigation System manual for more information.
The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so.
In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system might not work until the temperature is within the operating range. The operating range for the RSE system is above -4°F (-20°C) or below 140°F (60°C). If the temperature of your vehicle is outside of this range, heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range of the RSE system.
The RSE includes two 2-channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system. Channel 1 is dedicated to the DVD player, while Channel 2 is dedicated to RSA selections. These headphones are used to listen to media such as CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVDAs, radio, any auxiliary source connected to A/V jacks, or the auxiliary input jack, if your vehicle has this feature. The wireless headphones have an On/Off button, channel 1/2 switch, and a volume control.
If your vehicle has a third row video screen display, it has two additional headphones.
Push the power button to turn on the headphones. An indicator light located on the headphones comes on. If the light comes on but, there is intermittent sound and/or static on the headphones, or if the indicator light does not come on, the batteries might need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section for more information. Switch the headphones to Off when not in use.
The infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the RSE overhead console. The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the RSE system and the RSA are shut off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than 3 minutes. If you move too far forward or step out of the vehicle, the headphones lose the audio signal.
The headphones automatically turn off after four hours of continuous use.
To adjust the volume on the headphones, use the volume control located on the right side.
For optimal audio performance, the headphones must be worn correctly. The symbol L (Left) appears on the upper left side, above the ear pad and should be positioned on the left ear. The symbol R (Right) appears on the upper right side, above the ear pad and should be positioned on the right ear.
Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.
If the foam ear pads attached to the headphones become worn or damaged, the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set. See your dealer/retailer for more information.
To change the batteries on the headphones, do the following:
If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place.
The A/V jacks are located on the rear of the floor console. The A/V jacks allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system. Adapter connectors or cables (not included) may be required to connect the auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for proper usage.
The A/V jacks are color coded to match typical home entertainment system equipment. The yellow jack (A) is for the video input. The white jack (B) is for the left audio input. The red jack (C) is for the right audio input.
Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system.
To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is in the DVD player mode, pressing the AUX (auxiliary) button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary device. The radio plays the audio of the connected auxiliary device by sourcing to auxiliary. See Radio(s) for more information.
For optimal sound quality, increase the portable audio device's volume to the loudest level. Higher levels of volume decreases audio distortion.
It is always best to power your portable audio device through its own battery while playing.
The screen display mode (normal, full, and zoom), screen brightness, and setup menu language can be changed from the on screen setup menu. To change any feature, perform the following:
Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following possible sources:
• | Wireless Headphones |
• | Vehicle Speakers |
• | Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system, if your vehicle has this feature. |
The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available. See "Headphones" earlier in this section for more information.
The DVD player is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the RSA system, if your vehicle has this feature. The DVD player can be selected as an audio source on the RSA system. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) for more information.
When a device is connected to the radio's auxiliary input jack, if your vehicle has this feature, or A/V jacks, the rear seat passengers are be able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones. The front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from this device through the vehicle speakers by selecting AUX as the source on the radio.
The video screen is located in the overhead console.
To use the video screen, do the following:
When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked position.
If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position, the screen remains on, this is normal, and the DVD continues to play through the previous audio source. Use the remote control power button or eject the disc to turn off the screen.
The overhead console contains the IR transmitters for the wireless headphones and the IR receivers for the remote control. They are located at the rear of the console.
Notice: Avoid directly touching the video screen, as damage may occur. See "Cleaning the Video Screen" later in this section for more information.
To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light can affect the ability of the RSE transmitter to receive signals from the remote control. If the remote control does not seem to be working, the batteries may need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section. Objects blocking the line of sight can also affect the function of the remote control.
If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control power button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc. The radio can also turn on the video screen display. See Radio(s) for more information.
Notice: Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it, and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place.
If the remote control becomes lost or damaged, a new universal remote control can be purchased. If this happens, make sure the universal remote control uses a code set of Toshiba®.
If your vehicle has a third row video screen, the AUX button controls the source display on the second row video screen, and the third row video screen as described in the table below:
Aux Button Press | Second Row Screen | Third Row Screen |
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Default State (No Press) | DVD Media | DVD Media |
First Press | Aux Video Source | Aux Video Source |
Second Press | DVD Media | Aux Video Source |
Third Press | Aux Video Source | DVD Media |
Fourth Press | Return to Default State | Return to Default State |
To change the remote control batteries, do the following:
If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place.
Problem | Recommended Action |
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No power. | The ignition might not be turned ON/RUN or in ACC/ACCESSORY. |
The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out. | Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control. |
In auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls. | Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. |
The remote control does not work. | Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window. Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly. |
After stopping the player, I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning. | If the stop button was pressed one time, the DVD player resumes playing where the DVD was stopped. If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player begins to play from the beginning of the DVD. |
The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound. | Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. |
Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. | Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, and interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones. |
I lost the remote and/or the headphones. | See your dealer/retailer for assistance. |
The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. | Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player. |
The DVD display error message depends on which radio you have. The video screen might display one of the following:
Disc Load/Eject Error: This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems.Video distortion may occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle.
*Excludes the OnStar® System.
When cleaning the RSE overhead console surface, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage can result.
Vehicles with an RSE system include two head restraint video display screens with integrated DVD players, auxiliary inputs, two wireless headphones, and a remote control. This system works independently from the vehicle's Overhead DVD RSE system. See the vehicle's owners manual for information about the Overhead DVD RSE system.
The vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the RSE system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" in the owners manual for more information.
The video display screens are located on the backside of each head restraint.
Notice: Avoid directly touching the video screen, as damage can occur. See "Cleaning the Video Screens" later in this section for more information.
• | DVD-Video: A DVD that has video. |
• | CD-DA: A CD that has music or sound content only. |
• | CD-Video: A CD that has a movie. |
• | CD-R/RW: A disc that has audio files such as CD-R with downloaded MP3 files, MPEG, or JPEG files. |
The DVD player and discs are coded by global region. The DVD players are set to Region 1. Discs with other region codes will not work in the players.
If an error message displays on the video screen, see "DVD Messages" later in this section.
While the vehicle is moving, passengers should not unfasten their safety belts to make adjustments to the video screen control buttons. See "Safety Belts" under, Seats and Restraint Systems in the vehicle’s owner manual. Use the remote control for any necessary adjustments. See "Remote Control" later in this supplement.
POWER : Press to turn the power on or off. Each video screen can be powered on or off independently.• | Video Input -- The yellow connector is used for video input. |
• | L Audio -- The white connector is used for the left side audio. |
• | R Audio -- The red connector is used for the right side audio. |
Audio from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless/wired headphones, while the radio is tuned to one of the six frequencies selected on the Sound Around portion of the system’s remote control. See "Remote Control" later in this supplement.
Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicle’s speakers at a time. The audio source being used is specified by the A/V (audio/video) source selected on the driver side head restraint video display screen.
To turn the RSE system audio output to the vehicle’s speakers, press Sound Around ON, on the system’s remote control. The audio from the RSE system can be heard through the wireless/wired headphones and the vehicle’s speakers at the same time. The volume on the radio can vary when switching between the radio, CD, DVD, MP3, or an auxiliary device.
The two wireless headphones included with the Headrest DVD RSE system will only work with the Headrest DVD RSE system and are marked for channel 3 and 4. The wireless headphones must be used within a line of sight of the transmitter that is located above the video display screen.
3-4 Channel Selector: This is located on the right earpiece. Either Channel 3 or 4 can be selected with the channel selector. The driver side monitor is designated as Channel 3, and the passenger side as Channel 4. Set the channel selector switch according to the video display screen being viewed. The message, "To listen to this monitor tune your headphones to Channel 3 (or 4)" displays for five seconds then disappears when the video display screen is turned on.Notice: Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight. This could damage the headphones and repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the headphones stored in a cool, dry place.
To use the remote control, aim at the remote sensor located on top center of the video display screen and press the desired button.
Objects blocking the line-of-sight can affect the function of the remote control. Direct or very bright light can affect the ability of the transmitter to receive signals from the remote control. If the remote control does not seem to be working, the batteries might need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" following this section.
The remote control provided with the Headrest DVD RSE system, is not a universal remote control and will not control other equipment.
Notice: Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it, and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty. Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place.
Press SETUP again to exit.
EJECT : Press to eject or reload a disc.• | CH1 : 88.3MHz |
• | CH2 : 88.7MHz |
• | CH3 : 89.1MHz |
• | CH4 : 89.5MHz |
• | CH5 : 89.9MHz |
• | CH6 : 90.3MHz |
• | To resume disc playback, press PLAY. |
• | To start playback from the beginning of the disc, press STOP, STOP, then PLAY. |
To change batteries in the remote control:
If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep it in a cool, dry place.
Use the OSD setup display menus for:
• | Initial setup |
• | Display setup |
• | Parental control setup |
• | Adjusting the picture quality |
• | Setting the various outputs |
• | On-screen display language |
To use the OSD menus while using the DVD player or an auxiliary device:
Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not supported, the defaults are provided by the DVD media.
To set the language for the OSD:
To set the TV display:
The display options are:
• | Normal/PS (Pan and Scan): This displays the wide picture on the screen with a portion of the left and right sides removed. |
• | Normal/LB (Letter-Box): This displays the wide picture with black bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen. |
• | Wide (16:9): This option is chosen if the video screen panel is wide screen. |
To reset all options to factory defaults:
This function will not affect the parental setting.
Use the SETUP MENU to access the parental control feature. It allows for control of the type of movie rating content (from G to Adult) that can be viewed and is only accessible when no disc is loaded.
To setup the Parental Control:
The Rating settings are:
• | Kid SAF |
• | G |
• | PG 13 |
• | PG R |
• | R |
• | NC 17 |
• | ADULT |
If a disc is inserted into the DVD compartment slot and it exceeds the Parental Setting, the following message appears on display:
The Parental Setting of this player prohibits play. Would you like to allow this disc to play?
If yes if selected, the six digit password must be entered for the disc to play. If the wrong password is entered, the following message appears:
This movie will not play due to the Parental Setting of the player.
To create a six digit password, use the numeric keypad on the remote control. Press the ENTER button to confirm. The default password is 136900.
To change the Parental Control Password:
When an audio CD is playing, the display shows the current track and the amount of time that track has been playing, the total amount of time on the disc, and the current time running on the disc.
DISPLAY: Press to choose from the following display options:• | Track repeats the track that is playing. |
• | All repeats the disc that is playing. |
MP3 is the format for storing digital audio. An audio CD quality song can be compressed into the MP3 format with very little loss of quality, while taking up much less space. CD-R/RW discs that have been encoded in MP3 format can be played on the DVD player. See "Using an MP3" under the Audio System(s) section in the vehicle’s owner manual.
When an MP3 disc is inserted in the player, the navigation screen appears. The folders and songs can be changed by navigating through the file system. The DVD player plays the songs in the order they were burned to the disc.
The order the songs are played can be temporarily chosen on a disc. The FOLDER play mode is the default. Press the REPEAT button to access the play mode options.
The play mode options are:
• | Single -- Play a selected song. |
• | Folder -- Play the folder in the order the songs were recorded. |
• | Shuffle -- Play the songs in random order, from within the selected folder. |
• | Repeat One -- Repeats the song that is playing. |
• | Repeat Folder -- Repeats the folder that is playing. |
Problem | Recommended Action | ||||||||
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IR Sensor Inoperative |
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No picture |
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No Sound |
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The video display screens are made of a specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive products, solvents, or ammonia-based window cleaners. Clean with a soft, lint-free, cotton cloth that has been slightly dampened with warm water. Dry the screens by wiping with a clean dry cotton cloth.
Use care when touching or cleaning the components such as the DVD player or the discs. See "Care of Your CDs and DVDs" and "Care of the CD and DVD Player" under, Radio(s) in the vehicle’s owner manual.