Rear Video System Operation
The following section describes the operation of the video display and the video cassette player (VCP).
The video screen, when not in use, stows in the overhead entertainment console. To view the screen, pull the video screen towards you and adjust its position for the best picture quality.
The video display screen backlighting turns on even if nothing is playing. The status indicator on the display is on if the rear video system operating status is OK. When the video display screen is moved to the stowed position, the screen turns off and the status indicator stays on. If the status indicator is on and flashing, the dew sensor or the temperature sensor has been activated.
Note that it is normal for the video screen and its housing to become warm to the touch. Use care when directly touching the video screen, as damage may result to it.
The VCP can playback VHS-formatted video cassettes (T-30, T-60, T-120, T-160, or T-180). The VCP does not have a recording function.
The VCP can be controlled either by the buttons on its face, or by the infrared remote control. The VCP features include:
- Four-head stereo for high-quality playback of VHS tapes.
Important: The entertainment system is compatible only with tapes meeting the standards of the NTSC (National Television Standards Committee), the standard used primarily in the United States. Video tapes meeting other standards such as PAL and SECAM, which are found in parts of Canada and Europe may produce video that is only black and white or distorted. Do not use these tapes.
- Two-speed playback of slow play (SP) and extended play (EP) video cassettes.
- Two-step forward/reverse picture search for quick location of a desired video segment.
- Dew sensor to warn of condensation in the player mechanism.
- The VCP operates slower than a home VCP in modes other than play to conserve power.
Important: Removing a video tape from the VCP when it is not in use, is recommended.
When the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY or RUN position, the VCP powers up independent of the in-dash audio system, even if a video is not playing. As with any of your vehicle's other electrical features, this use can drain the battery if the engine is not running.