Page 3 - Introduction
3 Introduction The Clarion OHMD74 is a full-featured overhead entertainment center featuringDVD, CD, and MP3 playback. This system combines flexibility, reliability, andexpandability all in one. Designed primarily for rear seat entertainment, the audiofrom the OHMD74 can be enjoyed privately through...
Page 4 - FCC Approval
4 FCC Approval The Clarion OHMD74 have been tested and found to comply within the limits ofa Class B digital device, pursuant of Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limitationsare designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina vehicle installation. This equipment generates an...
Page 5 - Table Of Contents
5 Table Of Contents Introduction and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Operating OHMD74 Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 About Disc Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18 Operating the Remote Control . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - Precautions; cause the monitor not to function properly.; Care And Maintenance
6 Precautions • This overhead monitor system is designed for use in 12V DC negative ground vehicles. • Do not operate the overhead monitor system in ways other than described in this manual. Doing so may result in damage to the monitor system and/or the vehicle, voiding the warranty of this product....
Page 7 - will void the warranty and will violate FCC approval.
7 To clean the monitor, use a clean soft cloth and gently wipe the screen. If possible,use specially designed “monitor wipes” to clean the screen. Handling Discs Always handle a disc by its edges. Never touch the surface of the disc directly.To remove inadvertent fingerprints and dust, use a soft cl...
Page 9 - insert up arrow
9 Disc Playback DVD playback will often begin automatically when the disc is inserted. With some DVDdiscs, you will need to press [ENTER] or [ ] to begin playback. CD-Audio discs will begin playback automatically. CDs with MP3 files mayrequire you to navigate the file structure menu. For more inform...
Page 10 - Discs Incompatible with OHMD74; The following disc types are incompatible with the OHMD74:; DVD Regions
10 Discs Incompatible with OHMD74 The following disc types are incompatible with the OHMD74: • DVD-ROM/ DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-RAM • Photo CD/CD-RW • CD-ROM(excluding most CD-Recordable discs using MP3 or CD-A Formats) • Any DVD with a region number other than “1” and “ALL” • CD audio manufactured with ce...
Page 12 - Monitor Control Panel Layout; Begins and pauses playback
12 Monitor Control Panel Layout 1. Power Button Switches the OHMD74 ON/OFF. 2. Play/Pause Button Begins and pauses playback 3. Stop Button Press to stop playback 4. Rewind Button Use for high speed search within a chapter or track.Moves the cursor left and right within the menu. 5. Eject Button Ejec...
Page 14 - Opening the Overhead Monitor; The vehicle’s ignition key must be “ON” or Accessory position for the
14 Opening the Overhead Monitor Press the “OPEN” button to release the overhead monitor. Gently push downon the bottom of the monitor until it reaches the desired position. The monitorwill turn on automatically when it is fully open. Note: The vehicle’s ignition key must be “ON” or Accessory positio...
Page 15 - Closing the Overhead Monitor; this can result in serious damage to the monitor.; Setting the Screen Mode
15 Closing the Overhead Monitor Gently push the backside of the monitor until it clicks into the overhead monitor housing.The monitor will turn off automatically when it is returned to the closed position. Note: Do not place any objects between the monitor and the monitor housing, this can result in...
Page 19 - Remote Control; Used with various functions
19 Remote Control 1. Power Button Turns the monitor ON/OFF. 2. 0-9 Buttons Used with various functions 3. ILL/Goto Button Enables direct access to a defined point within a track or chapter during playback. 4. Stop Stops playback. 5. Fast Reverse/Fast Forward Use for high-speed search within a track ...
Page 20 - Button
20 13. Input Button Switches between the internal disc player and the auxiliary audio/video input. 14. Enter Button Used to select a highlighted menu item. 15. Audio Button Accesses the various language audio tracks on DVD disc with multilanguagesupport. 16. Angle Button Selects among the various ca...
Page 22 - Settings and Adjustments; Using the Setup Menu; Press the SETUP button on the remote.; Settings for Display
22 Settings and Adjustments This chapter describes how to setup and how to adjust using the on-screen SETUPmenu. Using the Setup Menu Using the setup menu, you can do the initial setup, adjust the picture quality, and setthe various outputs. You can also set a language for the on-screen display, the...
Page 24 - The Default password is 3308.; Settings for Password (Parental Control Password); OLD PASSWORD
24 Settings for Parental (Parental Control) This section of the SETUP Menu allows user to control the content of movie playbackfrom G to Adult.The Parental Control function allows you to limit viewing to your preference.1. Use the cursor buttons to select from: G (Children)PGPG 13RNC-17ADULT (Adult)...
Page 25 - Playing Audio CDs; Using the REPEAT Feature; REPEAT OFF
25 Playing Audio CDs When playing an audio CD, the DISPLAY Banner appears automatically. It displaysthe current track and the amount of the time for that track playing, the total amount oftime on the disc and the current time running on the disc. Press the DISPLAY button on the remote to display the...
Page 26 - Playing MP3 Discs; Selecting Folders and Songs; the folder list on the right side of the Smart Nav screen.
26 Playing MP3 Discs MP3 is a format for storing digital audio. An audio CD-quality song can be com-pressed into the MP3 format with very little loss of quality, while taking up much lessspace. CD-R discs that have been encoded in MP3 format can be played on yourDVD player.Press the DISPLAY button o...
Page 27 - FOLDER REP; Selecting a Play Mode
27 Skipping Songs Use the cursor button on the remote control to move to the next song. Use thePrevious cursor button to move to the beginning of the currently playing song. Pressthe button 2 times to move to the previous song. Using The Repeat Feature The default mode for the Repeat feature is OFF....
Page 28 - Plays the songs in the random order.; Program Play; Deleting the Playlist
28 RANDOM: Plays the songs in the random order. SHUFFLE ON: Plays the songs in random order (from within the selected folder).PROG-END (Program End): Plays the songs on the disc in the order you have programmed (you must create a play list to set the order you want the tracks on the disc to play). W...
Page 29 - Battery Installation
29 Battery Installation 1. Slide the battery-retaining clip in, while sliding the battery tray out.2. Insert the CR2025 lithium battery into the tray with the “+” facing upwards.3. Slide the battery tray back into the remote control. Note: Under normal conditions the battery should last approximatel...
Page 30 - Operating Headphones; Volume Adjustment Switch; following diagram inside the battery holder.
30 Operating Headphones 1. Power Switch Press to activate the headphones. The power on the headphones will turn off automatically if an audio signal is not detected for over a minute. 2. Volume Adjustment Switch Adjusts the volume of the sound in the headphones. Note: • Headphones are not to be worn...
Page 31 - Installation; About the Installation; safe operation of the vehicle.
31 Installation About the Installation The installation of the OHMD74 overhead monitor system requires experience in bothmechanical and electrical procedures. If you do not posses the necessary experience ortools to attempt this installation, contact a local Clarion dealer for assistance. Improperin...
Page 32 - Installation Procedure; overhead monitor housing.; DOUBLE CHECK THE LENGTH OF THE; dome light wires on the overhead monitor system.
32 Installation Procedure 1. Identify the polarity of the dome light circuit and set the switch on the bottom of the overhead monitor housing. 2. Test fit the overhead monitor system on the ceiling of the vehicle, verifying it is not going to interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle. 3. Once...
Page 33 - Ground the Black wire of the power harness to a clean ground spot.
33 10. Carefully hold the overhead monitor system to the mounting bracket aligning the mounting holes while screwing in the screws. (Make sure the wires and cables are not in the way while mounting the monitor). 11. Connect the Red wire of the power harness to the Accessory wire in the ignition harn...
Page 34 - Connecting Diagram
34 Connecting Diagram If you are uncertain as to what the proper connections are. Please contact a qualified Clarion technician for further installation assistance. A/V Cable A/V Input Connector Pin Function 1 Audio Left Input 2 NC 3 Audio Right Input 4 NC 5 Video Input 6 NC 7 IR Output 8 NC GND A/V...
Page 35 - Wiring the OHMD74
35 FM Modulator Cable A/V Input 8-Pin Connector Pin Function 1 NC 2 NC 3 NC 4 NC 5 FM Mod ON/OFF 6 Audio Left Output 7 FM Mod Ground 8 Audio Right Output GND A/V GND Shielding Wiring the OHMD74 Read the following precautions before wiring your system. • Disconnect the negative battery terminal befor...
Page 36 - Complete System Diagram
36 Complete System Diagram OHMD74 Final Manual.qxd 6/17/2004 5:33 PM Page 36
Page 37 - Sample Installation
37 Sample Installation Warning!Make sure that the screws you use to mount the bracket, monitor, or optionalspacers are not to long!If the screws are to long, they will damage the roof of the vehicle. Take greatcare when planning this part of the installation. OHMD74 Final Manual.qxd 6/17/2004 5:33 P...
Page 38 - Package Contents
38 Package Contents 1 OHMD74 1 Audio Video RCA Accessories 1 Audio Video Din Cables 1 Convenient External Game Port 1 Audio Output Din Cable 1 Three Pin Power Harness 1 Metal Mounting Bracket 4 Screws For Metal Mounting Bracket 1 Soft Black Rubber Gasket 1 Remote Control OHMD74 Final Manual.qxd 6/17...
Page 39 - Troubleshooting; No Picture
39 Troubleshooting No Picture Press the POWER and SOURCE buttons to make sure the monitor is on and theproper input is selected. If there is still no picture press the PICTURE button. If themenu appears, check the source unit and video connections. If NO MENU appears,check all fuses and power connec...
Page 40 - With a widescreen 16:9 monitor, I have black bars on the screen?; Make sure the OHMD74 is powered “ON”; Specifications; Max Current Consumption: 2 Amps
40 With a widescreen 16:9 monitor, I have black bars on the screen? Change the T.V. display mode to “Wide”. Unit does not eject? Make sure the OHMD74 is powered “ON” Specifications Supply: 12V DC (10V-16V) Test Voltage: 12V, Negative Ground Current Consumption: 1.8 Amp Max Current Consumption: 2 Amp...
Page 41 - WARRANTY INFORMATION
41 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is warranted against all defects in material workmanship for a periodof one year from the date of original purchase. Clarion ProAudio products, exceptfor speakers, are covered by a two year limited warranty when installed by an authorizedClarion dealer. The condi...
