Introducing the Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

The Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B is a versatile and high-performance entertainment system designed to provide an unparalleled multimedia experience in your vehicle. This power-packed device boasts a sleek 6.2-inch touchscreen display, easy-to-use interface, and a wide range of features that cater to various in-car entertainment needs. With an estimated price range of $150 to $200 and an expected launch date in Q2 2023, the P9630B is poised to become the go-to choice for drivers who value quality, functionality, and style.

Accessories

Package contains the following accessories for installation and operation of the unit.

Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B Specifications

The Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B boasts the following key features:

• 6.2-inch high-resolution touchscreen display
• DVD, CD, and MP3 playback compatibility
• AM/FM radio with 30 station presets
• Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and audio streaming
• USB and SD card inputs
• Built-in equalizer with preset and customizable settings
• Rearview camera input
• A/V input and output for connecting additional devices
• Steering wheel control compatibility
• Remote control included

Unit Installation

1. Put the 2 brackets to the left and right side of the unit;
2. Use screws to fix the brackets to the unit.

Wire Connection

The Description of the Input/output Interface of the Rear Chassis

Parking Brake Connection

1. In order to view videos, the parking brake wire must be connected, and the vehicle stopped

   

2. Connecting the reversing line to taillight on the car

   

Speaker Connection

1. After connecting, when you start up the reverse gear, the unit will receive the picture from car rear view camera.
2. Connect the speakers according the following diagram, incorrect connections will damage the unit or your loudspeakers.

Correct connection

• Left front - Right front | Left rear - Right rear

  

• Incorrect connections

  

Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B Button Description

1. MIC
2. EJECT Button
   Press to eject a disc. If the disc is not removed for about 10 seconds after eject, the disc is reinserted automatically.
3. HOME BUTTON
   Press home button to return back to main menu.
4. SOURCE BUTTON
   Press source button to change mode.
5. POWER / MUTE Button /VOL
   Press it to turn on the unit. Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn the unit off .Press the button. briefly to mute .Please notes that the volume will be muted on all audio output connector.
   Press VOL knob to power on unit and Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn the unit off
   Rotate VOL knob to increase or reduce the volume.
6. USB/SD/AUX
   USB for Multimedia playback files only. insert a USB into this slot and the unit will automatically start reading and playback. * Supported Music File Format: MP3, WMA files.
   SD card slot, for Multimedia playback files only. Insert a SD CARD into this slot and the unit will automatically start reading and playback. * Supported Music File Format: MP3, WMA files
   Put the Aux plug into the Aux-In jack which was marked on front panel.
7. DISC Slot
8. Display
   LCD display Information when operation the unit.
9. Remote Sensor
   Remote control signal receiving window. Max distance is 6-8 meters, 45 angels.

Remote Control 

1. MODE 
2. POWER 
3. UP 
4. BAND/RANDOM/CLEAR 
5. ENTER  
6. LEFT 
7. DOWN 
8. EJECT 
9. STEREO/MONO/* 
10. P.SCAN/REPEAT/# 
11. SEEK-/BACKWARD
12. LOUD 
13. STOP/PBC 
14. OSD 
15. PLAY/PAUSE 
16. MUTE/BLUETOOTH 
17. MENU/ROOT 
18. SUBTITLE 
19. RIGHT 
20. SETUP 
21. DIAL/ANGLE 
22. HANG UP 
23. VOLUME UP 
24. ZOOM 
25. SELECT 
26. SEEK+/FORWARD 
27. VOLUME DOWN 
28. AUDIO 
29. NUMERIC KEY 

1. MODE button
   Press it to select the mode: radio, disc (if there is a disc in unit), USB (if there is a USB device in the unit), SD (if there is a SD/MMC card in the unit), Bluetooth, Aux-In 
2. POWER button
   Power on or power off.
3. UP button
   Press it to move the cursor up.
4. BAND/RDM/CLEAR button
   In radio mode, press to change radio band in sequence of FM1 → FM2 → FM3 → AW1 → AW2; In DVD mode, press to play randomly; In Bluetooth mode, short press it to clear the single phone number; long press it to clear all the phone number. 
5. ENTER 
   Press it to confirm your selection 
6. LEFT button
   Press it to move the cursor left
7. DOWN button
   Press it to move the cursor d
8. EJECT button
   Press it to eject the disc.
9. STEREO/MONO/* button
   Press to switch the radio in stereo and mono sound. In bluetooth mode, press it to make a symbol.
10. 10.    P.SCN/ RPT /# button
    In DVD mode, press to repeat REP 1 => REP Title => REP ALL.
    In SD /USB mode ，press to repeat REP 1 => REP Dir => REP ALL.
    In radio mode, PS (preset scan): Press to scan all preset stations in the memory of the current band and stay on each memory stations for about 5 seconds. AS (Auto Save), long press to save the stations with good reception automatically.
    In bluetooth mode, press it to make a # symbol.
11. SEEK- button
    In DVD mode, press  button to skip to the previous track, press and hold  button for two seconds to activate fast reverse (REW) search in a track.  
    In radio mode, press and hold  button to select station backward automatically, touch again will stop select station.  button frequency down. 
12. LOUD
    Press to select loudness on or off.
13. STOP/PBC button
    Press to stop playback from the current position, press again to final stop from the beginning. Press play/pause button to play. 
14. OSD button
    In DVD mode press to show disc playing information.
15. PLAY/PAUSE button
    In DVD/USB/SD mode, press it to break playback, press again to resume playback.
16. Mute button/Bluetooth button
    MUTE: Short press to mute the volume output, press again to resume volume.
    Long press this button to enter into Bluetooth mode (Hands free). 
17. MENU/ROOT button
    Press it to show main menu, in DVD mode, long press it to enter title menu (Available only if the DVD disc with title menu). 
18. SUBTITLE button
    Press it to select the subtitle language (Available only if the disc with subtitle function).
19. RIGHT button
    Press it to move cursor right.
20. SETUP button
    In DVD mode press it to enter the setup menu, press again to resume playback.
21. Dial button/ANGLE Button
    In DVD mode, press it repeatedly to change the viewing angle (Available only with a recorded DVD file or DVD disc has this function).  
    In Bluetooth mode, press to make a call after inputted a phone number or accept an incoming call. 
22. HANG UP button
    In Bluetooth mode, press to reject a coming call or hang up while calling.
23. VOLUME UP button
    Press to increase volume level.
24. ZOOM button
    In DVD mode Press to zoom the image in or out in the sequence of zoom 2-> zoom 3-> zoom4-> zoom 5-> zoom 1/2-> zoom 1/3-> zoom 1/4-> zoom off. 
25. SELECT button
    Press it to enter the EQ setting menu, and press cursor up/down button to choose an item and press cursor left/right buttons to set the item, press select button again to exit the menu. 
26. SEEK + buttons
    In DVD mode, press  button to skip to the next track, press and hold  button for two seconds to activate fast forward (FF) search in a track.  
    In radio mode, press and hold  button to select station forward automatically, touch again will stop select station.   button frequency up. 
27. VOLUME DOWN button
    Press to decrease volume level.
28. AUDIO
    In DVD mode press it to select the audio language.
29. NUMERIC KEY
    In radio mode, select 1-6 the desired band; In DVD mode, select track.
    In Bluetooth mode, press to input phone number，long press 0 number to make a + symbol.

Note

• The distance may vary according to the brightness of ambient light.
• If the remote is not used for an extended period of time, remove the battery to prevent possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not place any objects between the remote control unit and the sensor on the unit.
• Do not drop the remote control onto the floor; it will damage it beyond repair.
• Do not use the remote control unit, while simultaneously operating the remote control unit of any other equipment; they may interfere resulting in improper operation.
• The battery normally last for about one year although depending how often the remote control is used. If the remote control unit isn’t working even when it is operated near the unit, replace the battery with a new battery of the same make and use only a lithium cell battery type: CR2025 (3V).
• Dispose empty batteries in accordance with your local governmental regulations.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of fire or flames the battery.

• Keep the battery out of reach of children, should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

  

Description of Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

The Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B offers a wide range of entertainment options for drivers and passengers alike, with its impressive 6.2-inch touchscreen display and user-friendly interface. The device supports various multimedia formats, including DVDs, CDs, and MP3 files, ensuring that you have access to your favorite tunes, movies, or podcasts on the go. The built-in AM/FM radio with 30 station presets allows you to stay up-to-date with your favorite local and national programs, while Bluetooth connectivity enables hands-free calling and audio streaming for added convenience and safety.

Additional features, such as USB and SD card inputs, expand the device's multimedia capabilities and allow you to easily access your digital content library. The built-in equalizer with preset and customizable settings ensures optimal sound quality, while the rearview camera input enhances safety by providing a clear view of what's behind your vehicle when reversing. With A/V input and output options, you can connect additional devices to the P9630B, creating a seamless and integrated in-car entertainment system.

Main Menu of Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

1. The best way to discover the program is to explore each screen in detail, and to find out how to move from one to another. Read this chapter for a guided tour.  Unit starts by displaying the main menu.  
2. This is the root of the screen hierarchy, and you can simply access all features by tapping on the touch screen buttons. 

3. Tap the icons to enter a desired mode. Slip the screen left and right to switch between the 2 menu pages.   

   

Radio Operation

To start radio, tap radio button on main menu screen.

• Touch it to select station backward manually, touch and hold this icon to select station backward automatically. 
• Touch it to select station forward manually, touch and hold this icon to select station.  forward automatically. 
• Touch it to select FM1—>FM2—>FM3. 
• Touch it to select AM1—>AM2. 
• Touch it to select station forward automatically. Touch again will stop select station. 
• Touch it to select station backward automatically. Touch again will stop select station.   
• Touch this button can turn on or turn off Local function. 
• Touch this button to select mono sound reception.    
• Touch this button can scan the stations from 1-6, Long Touch it to save the stations with  good reception automatically and scan each station for about 5 seconds. 
• Touch this button go to setting mode. 
• Touch this button to adjust the brightness of TFT panel. 
• Touch this button to return to main menu. 
• Touch button go to EQ setting.    

DVD Operation  

DVD Player 
To start DVD player, tap on DVD button from main menu screen. 

Touch Screen Menu  

You will not see any buttons while DVD is played, buttons will appear when you tap on TFT screen. Tap the screen again to hide the buttons, slide the subtitle part of bottom screen to switch the following 2 pages. 
Note

1. DVD player will automatically start playing when you insert the DVD disc.
2. Suggest that don’t watch video if the vehicle is moving for driver's safety.
3. DVD Player will not only play video, but picture and music files as well.

• Touch it to enter to previous/next page menu. 
• Touch it skip to the previous track 
• Touch it to pause/play 
• Touch it skip to the next track 
• Touch it to select the sound track in the sequence of mono L => mono R =>auto L => auto R =>stereo.  
• Touch it choose brightness 
• Zoom the image in or out in the sequence of ×2×3×4×5×1/2× 1/3 ×¼ 
• In DVD mode, touches it chooses Repeat 1=>repeat title =>repeat all. 
• In VCD mode, touch it can choose REP 1 => REP DIR => REP ALL 
• Touch it to turn on / off random playback. 
• Touch it go to EQ mode 
• Select the subtitle language 
• Touch it setting the display brightness of TFT panel. 
• Touch it go to setting  
• Press it to select title (only the file has many files) 
• Press it to select file 
• In VCD mode touch it can choose PBC ON or OFF     

USB/SD Operation

When a file of USB or SD card is played (music, video, photo), the screen will show following interface:

• Press it to repeat REP 1 => REP DIR => REP ALL 
• Press it to skip to the previous track.  
• Play/pause button. Press it to break the track, press again to resume playback. 
• Press it to skip to the next track. 
• Press it to select file 
• Press it to select title (only the file has many files) 
• Press it to play track randomly 
• Rotate the image in the sequence of ×90×180×270 
• Zoom the image in or out in the sequence of  ×2×3×4×5×1/2× 1/3 ×¼ 
• Change the image playback direction 

Settings Operation 

Setting Control 
Your device has default system setting, you can customize the settings to suit your personal needs.  Once you change settings, your new settings will remain until you change it again. To start setting, tap it on main menu. 
General Control   

Tap Wallpaper button to setup wallpaper

Tap Panel Adjust button to setup panel touch

1. Tap center of the and hold at least 2S, after tap five point, then it will show OK in the picture. and press OK exit calibration mode.

Tap time setting button to setup time

Tap SWC item to program SW

1. First check whether the car has steering wheel button.
2. The steering wheel and the unit must be connected on the line.
3. While holding down the button on the steering wheel and the corresponding button on the SWC interface it will display complete setting. When all the buttons on the steering wheel and the corresponding button on the SWC interface complete setting, you can use the steering wheel button to operation the unit, such as in radio mode, press button or button to search station backward or forward; In DVD mode, press button or button to select the previous or next track and activate fast reverse (REW) search or fast forward in a track, press VOL+ button or VOL - button to adjust the volume.

Note

1. The “Enter” button and the “reset” button are not included in steering wheel, press the “enter” button to confirm the select, press the “reset” button to clear the former select.
2. The restriction of use SWC is the voltage between the adjacent buttons are above 0.2V that can be identified.

DVD Setup Menu 

• Subtitle Lang setting: With this option you can select the preferred language for the subtitles. When the selected language is recorded on the disc then this language will automatically be shown. If not, the first language recorded on the disc is displayed. 
• Audio Lang setting: With this option you can select the preferred language for the audio output. When the selected language is recorded on the disc (not all discs have multiple languages recorded) then this language will  automatically be played. If not, the first language recorded on the disc is played. 
• DVD Menu Lang setting: With this option you can select the preferred language for the disc menu. When the selected language is recorded on the disc then this language will automatically be selected. If not, the first language recorded on the disc is displayed. 

Setup Guide

To set up and configure the Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B, follow these steps:

1. Install the device in your vehicle according to the provided instructions and mount the remote control in a convenient location.
2. Connect the P9630B to your vehicle's power source and turn on the device.
3. Using the touchscreen display, navigate through the settings menu to configure your preferred language, time, and date settings.
4. Connect your smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled devices to the P9630B by enabling Bluetooth on your device and selecting the Planet Audio unit from the list of available devices.
5. Insert a DVD, CD, or MP3 disc into the device or connect a USB drive or SD card to access your digital content library.
6. Customize the sound settings using the built-in equalizer to suit your listening preferences.
7. If desired, connect a rearview camera to the P9630B for added safety while reversing.

Sound Control   

Tap Sound Effect button to show following interface

TV Type

Set TFT screen mode to the correct ratio: Three screen ratio modes are available, Normal/PS (4:3 Pan Scan) and Normal/LB (4:3Letterbox) Different disc formats will display different images depending this setting and the screen size used.

Note: additional wide 16:9 only for DVD player.

Bluetooth section of Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

Subwoofer 
Connect the subwoofer to the unit using sub output (see electrical diagram), tap menu on screen enter into main menu setting choose setting menu., choose sound and set subwoofer on to enable subwoofer. 
Parking 
When the car is stopped and the parking brake is working, the screen can display the video image, otherwise the screen can't display the video image. 
Back View Camera 
This unit is equipped with back view camera output. The camera is used to observe the situation behind the vehicle when you are backing the car. 
Please connect your back view camera with the back car video input. And connect the reverse wire for back a car with the rear gear light. Rear view camera picture will be enabled when you are backing the car. 
Bluetooth Operation  
To enter bluetooth mode, you can tap bluetooth icon on main menu or long press the mute/bluetooth button on the remote control or press mode button on remote. 

• Tap calling button to use phone functions
• Tap music button to start bluetooth music player.

Pairing Mode   

• At the 1st time when using bluetooth, you need to pair the  mobile phone first. 
• When a phone has not been paired with the unit, the BT icon  and pairing mark will blink continually on the panel.  
• When the unit have connect with phone, the BT icon will turn  on and the mobile phone name (if available) will be display on  the panel. 
• According to mobile pairing device manual, after searching new device (BT friendly name: Planet Audio P9630B) select it, input password "0000" and confirm ok, device paring is finished. The phone name will available on the panel after the pairing is completed. It means device  is connected and ready for bluetooth communication. 

Auto-connect - Disconnect 

When power on the unit, the last paired phone will be connected to the device via Bluetooth  automatically, it can keep five phone names in the unit. Tap Dustbin will delete from the first paired phone. if you want to disconnect the bluetooth connection, turn off the mobile phone Bluetooth function or tap the phone name in the list , and tap phone name again it will be connected again. 

Calling Button 

Tap on calling button to enter call mode.   In call mode, the unit can be used as your phone, making and receiving calls are possible with bluetooth, simply tap phone number and tap   button to  make a call, and tap button to hang up. 

1. Tap clear button shortly to delete a wrong digit, tap the clear button or press RDM/C button on remote for 3-4 seconds to delete all the numbers at once.
2. Tap the button for 3-4 seconds, the device automatically makes a call to the latest call in its call log.
3. The volume will be operated separately while calling. 

Voice Transfer

During a call, you can change a call from bluetooth mode to phone by tapping  transfer button, to have a call in bluetooth mode again, tap transfer button.  
Note: the phonebook only supports western characters, any difference in character will be shown such as “+, * or #”. 
(A2DP) Music Mode 

• Tap music button to listen music in bluetooth mode.    
• Tap the button for ‘music’ in bluetooth main menu. 
• You can select the function with the key for previous, play /  pause, stop, and next. 
• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Music Player 
• A2DP is a function which can receive the audio frequency signal  from the mobile phone, amplified by the car audio and played  out by the car speakers. 
  Notice: your mobile phone need to support A2DP. 
• Tap the buttons on the screen as shown, or press corresponding buttons (pause/play, stop, previous/next) on remote control to play, pause, play previous, or next music file. 

Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B Aux-In 

Aux-In MODE 
To start Aux-In Mode, tap Aux-In icon from main menu screen. connect the external audio signal source to this unit will display “NOW PLAYING”. 
Note: Aux-In does not support a video display function. So, there is “NO SIGNAL DETECTED” displayed  if no audio signal input. Press HOME the icon to be back to main menu. 

Troubleshooting  

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Large, high-resolution touchscreen display
• Versatile multimedia playback options
• Built-in Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and audio streaming
• Customizable sound settings and equalizer
• Rearview camera input for added safety

Cons

• May require professional installation
• Limited to a single screen size option
• No built-in GPS navigation system

Customer Reviews about Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

The Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B has received positive feedback from customers, with many praising its large touchscreen display, versatile multimedia capabilities, and user-friendly interface. Some users have reported minor compatibility issues with certain smartphone models, while others have noted that the device may require professional installation for optimal performance.