Page 3 - Table of Contents; PREPARATION
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Page 4 - WARNING
3 XDVDN8290 PREPARATION WARNING Upon installation of this Monitor/DVD player (“unit”) into a vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must not operate this unit by watching videos or playing video games while driving. Failure to follow this instruction could lead to driver distraction which could result i...
Page 5 - OPERATION; Safety Information
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 4 Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to install or operate. Due to its technical nature, it is highly recommended that your DUAL XDVDN8290 is installed by a professional installer or an authorized dealer. This product is only for use in vehicles with 12VDC n...
Page 6 - INSTALLATION; Preparation
5 Please read entire manual before installation. Before You Start • Disconnect negative battery terminal. Consult a qualified technician for instructions. • Avoid installing the unit where it would be subject to high temperatures, such as from direct sunlight, or where it would be subject to dust, d...
Page 8 - Wiring Diagram - Optional A/V Connections; iPOD
7 Wiring Diagram - Optional A/V Connections XDVDN8290 INSTALLATION iPOD
Page 9 - IR Remote Preparation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 8 IR Remote Preparation Notes: Remove the battery if the remote will • not be used for a month or longerRemove and dispose of battery properly • To first use the IR Remote control, you must first pull the battery insulation tape out Insert or replacing the Battery: Remove the bat...
Page 10 - Control Locations - Monitor Closed
9 XDVDN8290 OPERATION Power/MuteAM/FM Mode - HotkeyAuto Store/Preset ScanModeMenuRotary Encoder/EnterNavigation Mode - Hotkey 1234567 Channel/Chapter/Track Up/Zoom OutChannel/Chapter/Track Down/Zoom InPosition Button (Navigation only)Info/PictureResetOpen/Close Monitor/Angle Adjust 89 10111213 This ...
Page 11 - Control Functions - Monitor Closed
10 XDVDN8290 OPERATION Control Functions - Monitor Closed Press to turn the unit on. Hold for 3 seconds to turn the unit off. Press MUTE to silence the audio, and will appear in the OSD (On Screen Display). Press MUTE again to cancel. Press AM/FM to select radio tuner mode. If the unit is already in...
Page 13 - Control Locations and Functions - Monitor Open
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 12 The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent driver distraction. In-dash DVD video functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It is illegal in most states ...
Page 14 - Control Locations - Main Remote
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 13 Mode Mute Open/Close Power Key #1 Key #2 Key #3 Volume Up Key #4 Key #5 Key #6 Volume Down Key #7 Key #8 Key #9 123456789 101112131415 Info Search Key #0 Band/Stop Audio Select Escape 4-Way - Up Menu Picture 4-Way - Left OK/Play/Pause 4-Way - Right Repeat A-B Title Menu/JPEG t...
Page 15 - Control Functions - Main Remote
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 14 Control Functions - Main Remote Mode Mute Open/Close Power Keys 0-9 Volume Up Volume Down Info Search Band/Stop Audio Select Escape 4-Way-Up/Down/Left/Right Menu Picture OK Repeat A-B Title Menu Root Menu Repeat Chapter/Track Down Chapter/Track Up Fast Reverse Fast Forward Zoo...
Page 18 - General Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 17 Power On/Off Mute Mode Optional Mode Selection Volume Audio Adjustment (from front panel) Audio Adjustment (from remote) Press to turn the unit on. Hold for 3 seconds to turn the unit off. Press MUTE to silence the audio; will appear in the OSD (On Screen Display). Press MUTE ...
Page 20 - General Operation - Main Menu
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 19 Touch to access AM/FM TUNER mode.Touch to access NAVIGATION mode (Navigation SD card must be inserted), Touch to access CD/DVD mode (CD/DVD must be inserted).Touch to access CAMERA mode, if optional camera isn't connected, "No Signal Detected" will be displayed.Touch t...
Page 23 - GENERAL Setup - Adjusting Radio Frequency
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 22 Adjusting Radio Frequency Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Touch top left corner of screen. Touch GENERAL icon. Touch USA. Touch the setting for your region. Touch RETURN to exit. L GENERAL Setup - Adjusting Radio Frequency L L L 3 4 5 1 L 2
Page 24 - GENERAL Setup - Adjusting the Clock
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 23 GENERAL Setup - Adjusting the Clock 12Hr Clock Mode Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Steps 4-8 24Hr Clock Mode 1) Touch top left corner of screen. 2) Touch GENERAL icon. 3) Touch 00:00 area in the CLOCK row. 4) Keypad will appear.5) Enter HOURS, touch OK.6) Enter MINUTES, touch OK.7) Touc...
Page 25 - GENERAL Setup - Setting the Anti-theft code
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 24 XDVDN8290 OPERATION GENERAL Setup - Setting the Anti-theft code Default Anti-theft password is 0000 and is turned off. To turn this feature on, follow the steps below. CAUTION!! This will lock your unit from operating if battery power is disconnected for more than 5 minutes. S...
Page 27 - SCREEN Setup - Setting TFT Brightness
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 26 SCREEN Setup - Setting TFT Brightness This will set the default setting for the TFT display brightness. This can also be set by pressing the INFO button on the front TFT panel. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 1) Touch top left corner of screen. 2) Touch SCREEN icon. 3) Touc...
Page 28 - SCREEN Setup - Setting TFT Angle
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 27 SCREEN Setup - Setting TFT Angle Set for best viewing angle for your vehicle Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 1) Touch top left corner of screen. 2) Touch SCREEN icon. 3) Touch a number displayed in SCREEN TILT row. 4) Touch desired angle for best viewing angle. 1 - 6 is pos...
Page 29 - SCREEN Setup - Touch Screen Calibration
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 28 XDVDN8290 OPERATION SCREEN Setup - Touch Screen Calibration Upon initial installation or occasionally, the touch screen may have to be calibrated. Follow these steps as described. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 & 4 Step 5 & 6 1) Touch top left corner of screen. 2) Touch SCREEN i...
Page 30 - ASP Config - Audio Settings
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 29 ASP Config - Audio Settings Notes: Bass Freq Treble Freq Sub Filter Sub Phase Bass Q-Factor These settings affect the quality of the audio in "Downmix" mode only and are primarily for use by a professional installer. For the casual user, it is recommended to only adjus...
Page 34 - AM/FM Tuner Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 33 AM/FM Tuner Operation AM/FM Tuner Mode Band Manual Tuning Seek Tuning Storing Presets Auto Store Presets From the main menu, touch TUNER icon to select AM/FM Tuner mode. Press the AM/FM button. From the remote control or the front panel:Press MODE until TUNER is displayed on t...
Page 35 - AM/ FM Tuner Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 34 AM/ FM Tuner Operation Preset Scan Direct Preset Tuning Scan Tuning Local Tuning Touching the button will scan through all tunable presets in the current band and play them for 10 seconds each. Press the AS/PS button momentarily. To select a desired station from the preset sta...
Page 37 - DVD Operation - Parking Brake Initialization
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 36 DVD Operation - Parking Brake Initialization Front Monitor Video Initialization Parking Brake Initialization Situation 1 Parking Brake Initialization Situation 2 SAFETY WARNING • The video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safe...
Page 38 - DVD Operation - Region Management
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 37 DVD Disc Symbols DVD Region Management Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVDN8290 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instr...
Page 39 - DVD Operation - Inserting a Disc
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 38 DVD Operation - Inserting a Disc Inserting a Disc Ejecting the Disc Resetting the Loading Mechanism Open panel to reveal disc slot by pressing . With the label facing up, insert a standard size disc into the slot. The panel will close and the disc will automatically begin play...
Page 40 - DVD Operation - Touch Screen Controls
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 39 Hidden Touch Screen area while in TUNER mode Hidden Touch Screen areas while in DVD mode There are several hidden TOUCH SCREEN areas as outlined below: "A" area can be used in any mode to access MAIN menu. "A-F" areas can be used in DVD mode to access: A - Disp...
Page 43 - DVD Operation - Searching a DVD
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 42 Notes:Some DVD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software. As the XDVDN8290 plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. ...
Page 44 - DVD Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 43 DVD Operation Touch Area E to bring up the on-screen buttons.Touch to fast forward or to fast reverse.Each subsequent press of the button will change the speed from normal to 2x to 4x to 8x to 20x and back to 1x. Hold the OUT button to fast forward. Hold the IN button to fast ...
Page 46 - DVD Setup Menu - Language
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 45 DVD Setup Menu - Language With the unit in DVD mode, press AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press the LANGUAGE icon to select LANGUAGE setup page. Press to select desired disc subtitle language. English French Spa...
Page 47 - DVD Setup Menu - Audio
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 46 With the unit in DVD mode, press AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press the AUDIO icon to select from the following menus: Press to activate pink noise generator for the desired channel. The pink noise generator i...
Page 49 - DVD Setup Menu - Video
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 48 With the unit in DVD mode, press AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press the VIDEO icon to select from the following menus: Press to select desired TV shape. Select On to activate angle mark. Press to select desire...
Page 50 - DVD Setup Menu - Speaker
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 49 With the unit in DVD mode, press AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press SPEAKER icon to select from the following menus: Select desired speaker output mode. Select size of front speaker. Note: *Full 6CH mode must ...
Page 52 - DVD Setup Menu - Rating
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 51 With the unit in DVD mode, press AREA A (top left screen) to display the MAIN menu. Press DVD Setup to access the DVD setup menu. Press the RATING icon to select from the following menus: Press ---- to enter a password. 1. Enter a 4-digit code2. Write the code down3. Save in a...
Page 53 - CD Operation - OSD Overview
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 52 CD Operation - OSD Overview 6 CD Mode From the main menu, touch the DISC icon on the screen to select CD mode. Current Source Indicator Displays Source Currently Playing Track Number Indicator Displays current track number and total number of tracks on the disc. Disc Title Ind...
Page 55 - CD Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 54 Playing CD-DA discs Selecting by Keypad Selecting by Direct Track Access Previous/Next Page After inserting a CD disc, files will play in numerical order in the directory. Touch to display keypad. Enter desired track number and press OK. Touch desired track for DIRECT TRACK ac...
Page 62 - SD Card Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 61 SD Card Operation SD Mode From the main menu, touch the SD icon on the screen. Current Source Indicator Displays source currently playing. Song Number Indicator Displays current song number and total number of songs on the disc. Master Song Number List Shows the number of the ...
Page 66 - JPEG Operation - OSD Overview
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 65 JPEG Operation - OSD Overview JPEG Mode JPEG mode works a bit differently from the other modes. There is no separate JPEG mode, rather this mode is accessed within either SD mode or MP3/WMA mode. Whenever a picture is present on an SD card or CD, the unit will switch to the JP...
Page 67 - JPEG Operation
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 66 JPEG Operation Play/Pause Next/Previous Stop Rotate Right/Left Zoom Mode Thumbnail View Press PLAY/PAUSE to stop the viewer on a specific picture or to resume. From the remote control:Press OK to temporarily stop and resume the viewer. Note: Unlike the music player, when the v...
Page 76 - Bluetooth
XDVDN8290 OPERATION 75 Bluetooth ® - OSD Overview (Optional) Before using the Bluetooth Bluetooth Mode Select the Bluetooth option in the General setup and select On to activate the Bluetooth feature. Refer to page 21 for more details. From the main menu, touch the Bluetooth icon on the screen or, p...
Page 80 - Navigation
From the main menu, touch the Navi icon on the screen. The Navigation SD card must be inserted. Note: When powering on the unit, there is a 10-12 second delay before the navigation mode can be selected. The following function buttons are found on many of the navigation screens: The XDVDN8290 maps a ...
Page 90 - Limited One Year Warranty
89 Limited One Year Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date...
Page 91 - WARRANTY; Specifications
90 XDVDN8290 WARRANTY DVD Player FM Tuner AM Tuner SD Card Monitor General Frequency response: 10Hz-20kHz Channel separation @ 1kHz: >65dB D/A converter: 24 Bit Tuning range: 87.5MHz-107.9MHz Usable sensitivity: 8.5dBf 50dB quieting sensitivity: 10dBf Stereo separation @ 1kHz: 40dB Frequency resp...
Page 92 - Troubleshooting; General
91 XDVDN8290 OPERATION Troubleshooting General Problem Cause Action Unit will not turn on (no power) Yellow wire not connected or incorrect voltage Red wire not connected or incorrect voltage Check connections for proper voltage (11~16VDC) Black wire not connected Check connection to ground Fuse blo...
