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VM9021TS
PREPARATION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Jensen VM9021TS
Mobile Multimedia AM/FM/DVD Receiver.
It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning
the installation. We recommend having your Jensen
VM9021TS installed by a reputable installation shop.
Features
DVD
• Compatible formats: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,
DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, MP3, WMA, SVCD,
VCD, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, AVI and JPEG
• Region 1 playback
• 16:9 Aspect ratio- Wide / Normal / Cinema
• Front panel DVD control
• High-speed Fast Forward / Fast Rewind 2X, 4X, 8X, 32X
• Play, Pause, Stop, Slow
• Chapter Up / Down
• MultiZone output 'Kid-Zone'
• Wolfson Microelectronics high performance 24-bit, 192
kHz DAC supports 6-channel and 2-channel "Down-Mix”
audio modes
• 16MB high-speed flash memory - 80nS access time
• 2 second ESP (Electronic Skip Protection)
Integrated SD Card Reader
• Compatible formats: MP3, WMA, AVI, MPEG1, MPEG2,
MPEG4 and JPEG
• Supports up to 2GB SD card
MP3/WMA
• GIGA MP3 - Store up to 999 MP3 files on a DVD
• ID3-tag compatible
• Direct track access
• Play, Pause, Stop, Track Up / Down
• 60 second (MP3), 120 second (WMA) ESP - Electronic
Skip Protection
CD
• CD-text compatible
• 4 second ESP (Electronic Skip Protection)
AM/FM Tuner
• User-selectable frequency spacing
• 30 Station presets (18FM/12AM) JENSEN Plus Tuner II
Outboard Media Module
• Input adapter for TV Tuner, XM and iPod
TV Tuner (Included)
• VHF 2-13
• UHF 14-69
• TV antenna (3.5mm antenna included)
• F-Connector/Coaxial Antenna Input (optional)
XM Ready
• Requires optional Terk XMD1000 tuner box
• Requires optional Terk XMDJEN100 or Jensen JXMC XM
cables
• Advanced display shows the artist, song title, and XM
channel and category at a glance
• Direct channel entry
Navigation Ready
• Requires optional NAV100 navigation module
jLink Ready
• Controls and charges all iPod's except "Shuffle"
• Displays all text information including category, track
name, artist and channel number
Chassis
• 6.5 inch TFT touch screen LCD - 280,800 pixels (1200W
X 234H)
• TSD - Touch Screen Display menu control
• Fully automatic motorized TFT LCD flip-down
• 16-step TFT LCD tilt adjustment
• Beep Tone confirmation
• 2.0 Din
• Import/ISO/DIN mountable
• Heat management system - Incorporates forced air-
cooling to keep the chip-sets operating at nominal
temperatures
• Heavy duty galvanized chassis
Multi-ZONE
• Allows front passengers to listen to the radio while rear
passengers listen to a CD, MP3, WMA or watch DVDs
General
• Full function infrared remote control
• Limited function infrared "Kid Zone" remote
• OSD - On Screen Display menu control
• High-performance audio processor
• Electronic volume, bass, treble, balance and fader
• Bass center frequency adjustment - 60, 80, 100, 130,
150 and 200Hz
• Bass Q factor - 1.0, 1.25, 1.5 and 2.0
• Treble center frequency adjustment - 10, 12.5, 15 and
17kHz
• Subwoofer crossover - 80, 120 and 160Hz
• Subwoofer Phase - 0 - 180 degrees
• Subwoofer level - variable
• 22 watt center channel amplifier
• Center channel speaker output (JCCSPK sold separately)
• 100-ohm low impedance pre-amp outputs, all channels
• 5V Peak / 2V RMS RCA outputs, all channels
• 1-pair front RCA outputs and 1-pair rear/surround RCA
outputs
• Single Subwoofer RCA output
• Center Channel RCA pre-amp output (variable)
• 1-pair headphone/Multi-ZONE RCA outputs
• 1-pair auxiliary RCA A/V inputs
• Back-up camera input with reverse override
• 1 NTSC composite video output for additional screens
• NTSC Multi-ZONE composite video for additional screens
•Flex Fader
• Joystick menu navigation
Tools and Supplies
You will need these tools and supplies to install your
VM9021TS:
• Torx type, flat-head and Philips screwdrivers
• Wire cutters and strippers
• Tools to remove existing radio (screwdriver, socket wrench
set or other tools)
• Electrical tape
• Crimping tool
• Volt meter/test light
• Crimp connections
• 18 gauge wire for power connections
• 16 – 18 gauge speaker wire
WARNING! Only connect the unit to a12-volt power
supply with proper grounding.
WARNING! Never install this unit where operation and
viewing could interfere with safe driving conditions.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of a traffic accident (except
when using for rear-view video camera) never use the
video display function while driving the vehicle. This is a
violation of federal law.
WARNING! Never disassemble or adjust the unit without
the assistance of a professional. For details, please
consult your local car stereo specialty shop.
WARNING! To prevent injury from shock or fire, never
expose this unit to moisture or water.