GPX PTDE954 Portable Swivel TV-DVD Player Combo User Manual

GPX PTDE954 Portable Swivel TV-DVD Player Combo

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Type: Compact Disc Player
• Laser Type: Class 1
• Power Source: AC/DC power adapter (included), 12V DC car power adapter (included)
• Power Supply: Standard wall outlet, 12V Power outlet in the Bcar

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions & Warnings

• CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Important Safety Instructions: Follow all safety instructions provided in the manual to ensure safe usage of the product.
• Setup
• Includes Power: To power the unit, plug the included AC/DC power adapter into the DVD player and a standard wall outlet. For car use, plug the 12V DC car power adapter (included) into the DVD player and a standard 12V Power outlet in the car.
• DVD & CD
  • Playing a DVD or CD: Insert the DVD or CD into the player and press the play button to start playback.
  • DVD Setup Menu: Access the DVD Setup Menu to customize player settings such as language, audio, and video preferences.
• Connecting to Other Devices
  • AV Output/Input: Connect the player to other devices using the AV output and input ports for audio and video transmission.
  • Bluetooth Out: Utilize the Bluetooth transmitter feature for wireless audio streaming to compatible devices
• USB Drive & SD Card
  • Using a USB Drive or SD Card: Insert a USB drive or SD card into the designated slot for music, video, or photo playback options

FAQ

• Q: What should I do if I encounter issues with the product?
  A: If you experience any problems with the product, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual or contact customer support for assistance.

9″ Portable Swivel TV/DVD Player Combo User’s Guide for Model PTDE954 v3228-01 For the most up-to-date version of this User’s Guide, go to www.gpx.com

Safety Instructions & Warnings

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

• The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
  the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

• The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

• This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts.

• ****This product utilizes a Class 1 laser to read Compact Discs. This laser Compact Disc Player is equipped with safety switches to avoid exposure when the CD door is open and the safety interlocks are defeated. Invisible laser radiation is present when the CD Player’s lid is open and the system’s interlock has failed or been defeated. It is very important that you avoid direct exposure to the laser beam at all times. Please do not attempt to defeat or bypass the safety switches.

• WARNING : This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product meets and complies with all Federal product guidelines.

Important Safety Instructions

• Read these Instructions.
• Keep these Instructions.
• Heed all Warnings.
•  Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiatoArs, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding – type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

FCC Warnings
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cuase undesired operation. Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
   for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

• If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:-
  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The devicecan be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.|
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter

Additional Warnings and Precautions

• CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
• Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
• CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• WARNING: Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may cause interference regarding use of the remote. If the unit is displaying erratic behavior move away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be the cause.
• WARNING: Shock hazard – Do Not Open.
• Caution and marking information is located at the rear or bottom of the apparatus.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing.
• Objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.
• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• WARNING: There is a danger of explosion if you attempt to charge standard Alkaline batteries in the unit. Only use rechargeable NiMH batteries.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Completely replace all old batteries with new ones.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
• Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per state and local guidelines.

Setup

Includes

• Remote control with 2 AAA batteries
• 3.5mm A/V cable
• AC/DC power adapter
• 12V DC car power adapter
• 1 set of earbuds
• 1 set of headphones
• Carrying case
• User’s Guide
•  Telescopic antenna
• Amplified antenna

Power

• To power the unit, plug the included AC/DC power adapter into the DVD player and a standard wall outlet. For use in a car, plug the 12V DC car power adapter (included) into the DVD player and a standard 12V Power outlet in the car.
• The Power Indicator will turn red when the DVD player is ON. The Charge Indicator will turn red whenever the battery is charging. The Charge Indicator will turn green when the battery is done  charging. Total charge time is approximately 5 hours.

Standard Outlet Power

Car Adapter Power

Remote
Requires 2 AAA-size batteries (included).

Orientation

Controls & Inputs

1. USB Media Port
2. SD/MMC Memory Card Port
3. Stereo Headphone Jack
4. Audio/Video Output
5.  Audio/Video Input
6.  Power Switch
7. DC Power Input
8. Battery Charge Indicator: Turns red when the battery is charging. Turns green when the battery is fully charged.
9. Remote Receiver
10. Power Indicator: Turns red when the unit is powered ON. Flashes green when the player is in Bluetooth pairing mode.
11. TV Antenna Input
12. Disc Door/Open: Press open the disc door.
13. Setup: Press to view DVD player setup menu and settings.
14. Volume: Press to adjust the volume of the speaker.
15. Arrows/OK: Use to navigate and make selections in menu and settings screens. Prev/Next: Press to skip chapters or tracks. Fwd/Rev: Press to search through chapters or tracks. CH- CH+: Press to change the TV channel.
16. Play/Pause: Press to play or pause a loaded DVD.
17. Stop: Press to stop DVD playback.
18. Source: Press to select input source.

Orientation

Remote Functions

TV Setup

TV Antenna Installation
This player can receive ATSC TV signals after installing the TV antenna. The player includes two TV antennas.

1.  Connect the Telescopic antenna directly to the TV Antenna Input on the player. 
2. Connect one end of the Amplified antenna cable to the TV Antenna Input on the player and the other end to the USB port.

Auto Scanning for Channels
The Auto Channel Scan must be run before any channels can be viewed on the television. Initial channel scanning process may take up to 15 min.

1.  Press the Source button to switch to TV mode.
2. Press the Search button to begin scanning for available channels.
3. Playback will begin on the first discovered channel after the scan completes.
4. Use the Rew/CH- and FWD/CH+buttons to change channels while watching TV.
   NOTE: After the initial scan, the player will remember the discovered TV channels.

Initial System Setup for TV (ATSC)
When you press the Menu button on the remote while in TV mode, the following setting menu will appear on the screen. Press the Arrow buttons to navigate between the menu pages and press the OK button select and confirm your choices. Press the Exit button to save any setting changes and return to the previous menu screen or to exit the settings menu.
Note: This player has an Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) that can show TV programming up to 7 days in advance. However, certain TV stations may only allow the EPG to show 1 day of programming.
Program Menu
Some menus may require a password. The default password for the player is “000000.”

1. Program Edit
   Use the Arrow buttons and the Number Keypad (#1-4) to edit TV stations.

2. EPG

   • Use the Right Arrow button to enter the Program Guide list.
   • In the Program Guide list, use the Up or Down Arrow buttons to select a program.
   •  Press the OK button to open the schedule list.
   • In the schedule list, press the “1” key on the Number Keypad to add the program to the schedule list. Press the “2” key to edit the program on the schedule list. Press the “3” key to delete the program from the schedule list.

3. Sort
   Use the Arrow buttons to sort by LCN, ONID, Service Name, or Service ID.

Picture Menu

1. Aspect Ratio
   Use the Arrow buttons to select 16:9 Pan & Scan, 4:3 Letter Box, or 4:3 Pan & Scan, 4:3 Full,16:9 Widescreen, Auto, as the aspect ratio.

2. Resolution
   Use the Arrow buttons to select 1080i, 1080p (60Hz), 480i, 480p, or 720p and the display resolution.

Channel Search Menu

1.  Auto Search
   Press the Right Arrow button to start Auto Search

2.  Manual Search
   Press the Right Arrow button to start Manual Search

3. Country
   Use the Arrow buttons to select different country from USA or Mexico,

4. Signal Type
   Use the Arrow buttons to set signal type Air or Cable

5. Modulation
   Use the Arrow buttons to set modulation CH_OFF, CH3_ON or CH4_ON

Time Menu

1.  Time Offset
   Use the Arrow buttons to select Auto or Manual.

2. Country Region
   Use the Arrow buttons to select USA or Mexico as your region

3. Time Zone
   Use the Arrow buttons to select your current time zone when TIme Offset is set to Manual.

Option Menu

1. OSD Language
   Use the Arrow buttons to select English, French, or Spanish as the On Screen Display language

2. Close Caption
   Use the Arrow buttons to select CC Display, CC Position, Font Size, Font Color, BG Color or CC Transparency

3. Audio Language
   Use the Arrow buttons to select English, French, or Spanish as the audio language.

System Menu
Some menus may require a password. The default password for the player is “000000.”

1. Parental Guidance

   • System Lock
     Use the Arrow buttons to select On/Off. The following settings can be changed when system lock is on.

   • Rating Region
     Use the Arrow buttons to select US or Canada

   • MPAA
     Use the Arrow buttons to select from MPAA settings (OFF, G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17 or X)

   • TV
     Press the Right Arrow button to enter Parental Guidance map. Use the Arrow buttons to lock items in the map.

2. Set Password
   Press the Right Arrow button to enter the Set Password menu, Input Old Password, Input New Password, and Confirm Password.

3. Restore Factory Default
   Press the Right Arrow button to enter. Enter the password. Press the OK button to confirn and reset to factory setting. Press exit to quit.

4. Information
   Press the Right Arrow button to show the unit Model, SW Version, and HW Version information

5. Software Update
   For service center use only.

Playing a DVD or CD

1.  Press the OPEN button on the interior of the player to open the disc door.
2. Place a disc on the center spindle with the label side facing up.
3. Close the lid. You will hear a click after you have shut the lid securely.
4. Slide the Power On/Off switch on the right side of the unit to the on position to power on the unit. Playback will start automatically.

Note: When you press the Stop button then press the Play button, the player will resume playback from the last stopped position. There is a loading delay during this process while the player recalls memory of the last stopped position.

Movie Playback Options

Onscreen status bars appear after you press the Display, Subtitle, Angle, Zoom, Audio, or Repeat buttons while playing DVDs. To exit the status bars, press the same button again or leave the screen idle for about 5 seconds.

1. The Display status bar shows the source, current scene/chapter number, the total number of scenes/ chapters, and the playback timestamp.
2. The Subtitle status bar shows the current subtitle language.
3. The Angle status bar shows the current viewing angle (not available on all discs).
4. The Zoom status bar shows the current zoom level.
5. The Audio status bar shows the current audio language and stereo mode.
6. The Repeat status bar shows playback repeat options.

Programming a DVD or CD

1. 1. While the loaded disc is playing, press the Prog button on the remote. The menu below should appear on the screen for DVD programming.
   Use the Number Keypad and Arrow buttons to enter in DVD titles and chapters or CD tracks in the order you want them to play.

   • Repeat step until the desired DVD titles and chapters or CD tracks are programmed. For DVDs, titles and chapters must be entered at the same time.

2. Press the Play button to confirm your choices and begin playing the programmed disc.

3. Press the Stop button to stop Program playback. Press the Play button to resume Program playback.

4. Press the Stop button twice to exit the Program feature and resume normal playback.

DVD Setup Menu
In DVD mode, press the DVD Setup button to access the DVD setup menu. Press the DVD Setup button to exit the DVD setup menu.
Player Setup
When you press the Setup button on the remote, the following setting menus will appear on the screen. Press the Arrow buttons to navigate between the menu pages and press the OK button select and confirm your choices. Press the Exit button to save any setting changes and return to the previous menu screen or to exit the settings menu.

System Menu

1. BT OUT
   Turn Bluetooth capability ON/OFF.

2. Power Resume
   Turn the last-position memory feature ON/OFF.

3. TV Type
   Select 16:9, 4:3PS, or 4:3LB using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

4. Default
   Reset the player and restore all of the default settings using the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote.

Audio Menu

1. Key
   Adjust the Audio output tone between flat (b) and sharp (#) using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

2. Dual Mono
   Select Stereo, Mono L, Mono R, or Mix Mono using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

Language Menu

1. OSD Language
   Select English, French, or Spanish for the On Screen Display using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

2. Audio Language
   Select English, French, or Spanish for the Audio Language using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

3. Subtitle Language
   Select English, French, or Spanish for the Subtitle Language using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

4. Menu Language
   Select English, French, or Spanish for the Menu Language using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

Video Menu

1. Brightness
   Set the brightness level between 0 and 12 using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

2. Contrast
   Set the contrast level between 0 and 12 using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

3. Hue
   Set the hue level between -6 and 6 using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

4. Saturation
   Set the saturation level between 0 and 12 using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

5. Sharpness
   Set the sharpness level between 0 and 8 using the Arrow buttons on the remote.

Connecting to other Devices

Connecting the AV Output
Requires a 3.5mm to 3x RCA audio/video cable (included).

1. Connect the 3.5mm to 3x RCA audio/video cable to the AV Output on the unit and the RCA stereo audio inputs and composite video input on a TV.
2. Audio and video played on the DVD player will display on the connected TV.

Connecting the AV Input
Requires a 3.5mm to 3x RCA audio/video cable (included).

1. Connect the 3.5mm to 3x RCA audio/video cable to the AV Input on the unit and the composite video/audio outputs on a media player.
2. Press the Source button on the remote or on the player to enter the AV mode.
3. Use the controls on the connected media player to select and play media displayed on the DVD player.

Bluetooth Out (Transmitter) Operation

1. Press the Setup button to enter the System menu. Use the Arrow buttons to select BT OUT and change the setting to On. The power indicator will flash green. Then, press the Setup button or Exit button to exit the menu.
2. Enable Bluetooth on your device. To eliminate confusion, disable Bluetooth on all devices to which you do not wish to connect.
3.  The player will auto scan and pair with your Bluetooth device. The Power Indicator will display a solid green light when connected. Audio from the player will now be heard through your Bluetooth device.
4. To pair with another Bluetooth enabled device, disable Bluetooth on the connected Bluetooth device or turn the device off. Enter the System menu and change the BT OUT setting to off, then on again. Then, repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. Change the BT OUT setting back to off to exit Bluetooth Transmitter mode. The Power Indicator will display a red light and audio will be heard through the player’s speakers again.

Note: This player has a Bluetooth Transmitter, meaning it can only connect to Bluetooth Receivers, such as speakers and headphones. If you experience issues pairing, check the manual for your Bluetooth device.

USB Drive & SD Card

Using a USB drive or a SD card
Supports Memory cards, SD cards, and USB flash drives. Supported file types include Mpeg4, mp3, Jpeg, and AVI file formats. Supports video files up to 720×576 pixels.

1. Insert a USB drive into the USB port or insert a SD card into the card slot.
2. To select USB or Card as the source, press the Source button on the remote, or press the Source button on the front of the player.
3. Press the Arrow buttons on the remote to select Audio, JPEG, or Video mode.
4.  Press the Arrow buttons on the remote to select the desired folder or file. Then, press the OK button to begin playing content from the connected storage device.
5. Press the Stop button twice to return to the previous folder screen.

• Music Playback Options
  Onscreen status bars appear on the top of the screen after you press the Display or Repeat buttons while playing music files. The Display status bar shows the source, current track number, the total number of tracks, and the playback timestamp. The Repeat status bar shows playback repeat options. To exit the status bars, press the same button again.

• Video Playback Options
  Onscreen status bars appear on the top of the screen after you press the Display or Repeat buttons while playing video files. The Display status bar shows the source, current scene/chapter number, the total number of scenes/chapters, and the playback timestamp. The Repeat status bar shows playback repeat options. To exit the status bars, press the same button again.

• Photo Browsing Options
  Onscreen status bars appear after you press the Display or Repeat buttons while viewing photos. The Display status bar shows the source, current file number, and the total number of files. The Repeat status bar shows playback repeat options. To exit the status bars, press the same button again.

• Notes :

  • Press the Prev button to view the previous photo in a sequence. Press the Next button to view the next photo in a sequence.
  • While browsing, you can press the Arrow buttons to rotate the image.

Customer Support

Contact Information

• Website : www.gpx.com
• Email Support : prodinfo@dpiinc.com
• Email Parts : partsinfo@dpiinc.com
• Phone Support : 1-888-999-4215

Warranty

• For Warranty Information and the most up-to-date version of this User’s Guide, go to: www.gpx.com
• International Support
  To download this User’s Guide in English, Spanish, and French, or to get answers to frequently asked questions, visit the support section at: www.gpx.com

Copyright © 2024 Digital Products International (DPI, Inc.). All other trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

References

• gpx.com
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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