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

Put the 2 brackets to the left and right side of the unit;
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

In order to view videos, the parking brake wire must be connected, and the vehicle stopped
Connecting the reversing line to taillight on the car

Speaker Connection

After connecting, when you start up the reverse gear, the unit will receive the picture from car rear view camera.
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

MIC
EJECT Button
Press to eject a disc. If the disc is not removed for about 10 seconds after eject, the disc is reinserted automatically.
HOME BUTTON
Press home button to return back to main menu.
SOURCE BUTTON
Press source button to change mode.
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.
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.
DISC Slot
Display
LCD display Information when operation the unit.
Remote Sensor
Remote control signal receiving window. Max distance is 6-8 meters, 45 angels.

Remote Control

MODE
POWER
UP
BAND/RANDOM/CLEAR
ENTER
LEFT
DOWN
EJECT
STEREO/MONO/*
P.SCAN/REPEAT/#
SEEK-/BACKWARD
LOUD
STOP/PBC
OSD
PLAY/PAUSE
MUTE/BLUETOOTH
MENU/ROOT
SUBTITLE
RIGHT
SETUP
DIAL/ANGLE
HANG UP
VOLUME UP
ZOOM
SELECT
SEEK+/FORWARD
VOLUME DOWN
AUDIO
NUMERIC KEY

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
POWER button
Power on or power off.
UP button
Press it to move the cursor up.
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.
ENTER
Press it to confirm your selection
LEFT button
Press it to move the cursor left
DOWN button
Press it to move the cursor d
EJECT button
Press it to eject the disc.
STEREO/MONO/* button
Press to switch the radio in stereo and mono sound. In bluetooth mode, press it to make a symbol.
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.
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.
LOUD
Press to select loudness on or off.
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.
OSD button
In DVD mode press to show disc playing information.
PLAY/PAUSE button
In DVD/USB/SD mode, press it to break playback, press again to resume playback.
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).
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).
SUBTITLE button
Press it to select the subtitle language (Available only if the disc with subtitle function).
RIGHT button
Press it to move cursor right.
SETUP button
In DVD mode press it to enter the setup menu, press again to resume playback.
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.
HANG UP button
In Bluetooth mode, press to reject a coming call or hang up while calling.
VOLUME UP button
Press to increase volume level.
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.
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.
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.
VOLUME DOWN button
Press to decrease volume level.
AUDIO
In DVD mode press it to select the audio language.
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

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.
This is the root of the screen hierarchy, and you can simply access all features by tapping on the touch screen buttons.
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

DVD player will automatically start playing when you insert the DVD disc.
Suggest that don’t watch video if the vehicle is moving for driver's safety.
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

Feature	Description
OSD Language	Select English/Spanish
Wallpaper	Select and change the wallpaper setting
Panel Adjust	Calibrate the touch panel
Radio Area	Select radio area, from Europe— USA— South America—Russian— Asia
Clock & Calendar	Setting the clock and date
SWC	Program Steering Wheel Control
Key Beep	Set beep sound on or off
Standby Display	Set standby display on or off
Version	Just show you the firmware version
Restore Default	Restore default settings

Tap Wallpaper button to setup wallpaper

Tap Panel Adjust button to setup panel touch

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

First check whether the car has steering wheel button.
The steering wheel and the unit must be connected on the line.
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

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.
The restriction of use SWC is the voltage between the adjacent buttons are above 0.2V that can be identified.

DVD Setup Menu

Feature	Description
Audio Language	Select desired language
Subtitle Language	Select desired language
Menu Language	Select desired language
Password	Set or change the password
Rating	Set parental rating restrictions

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:

Install the device in your vehicle according to the provided instructions and mount the remote control in a convenient location.
Connect the P9630B to your vehicle's power source and turn on the device.
Using the touchscreen display, navigate through the settings menu to configure your preferred language, time, and date settings.
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.
Insert a DVD, CD, or MP3 disc into the device or connect a USB drive or SD card to access your digital content library.
Customize the sound settings using the built-in equalizer to suit your listening preferences.
If desired, connect a rearview camera to the P9630B for added safety while reversing.

Sound Control

Feature	Description
Sound Effect	Select desired sound effect
Subwoofer	Enable or disable subwoofer
Loudness	Select on/off
Loud Cut off Freq	Set loudness cut off frequency

Tap Sound Effect button to show following interface

Feature	Description
EQ	Select User—Classic—Rock—Pop—Jazz—Electric—Flat
Reset	Reset EQ settings to default

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.

Feature	Description
Aspect Ratio	Select 4:3PS / 4:3LB / 16:9
Adjust	Adjust screen brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, and sharpness
Panel	Setting backlight time

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

Bluetooth section of Planet Audio Car DVD Player P9630B

Feature	Description
Auto Connect	Select on/off
Auto Answer	Select on/off

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.

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.
Tap the button for 3-4 seconds, the device automatically makes a call to the latest call in its call log.
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

Symptom	Cause	Remedy
Fuse is blown	-	Replace with fuse of the same amperage. If the fuse blows again, consult your store of purchase.
Power does not turn on (No sound is produced)	Incorrect wiring	Consult your local retailer.
No sound output when operating the unit with amplifiers or power antenna attached	Power antenna lead is shorted to ground, excessive current is required, or remote on the amplifiers or power antenna	1. Turn off the unit. 2. Remove all wires attached to the power antenna lead, check each wire for a possible short to ground using an ohm meter. 3. Turn on the unit. 4. Reconnect each amplifier remote wire to the power antenna lead one by one. If the amplifiers turn off before all wires are attached, use an external relay to provide remote-on voltage (excessive current required).
Unit needs to be reset	-	Using a pen or toothpick, press and release the Reset button.
Nothing happens when buttons are pressed	-	-
Display is not accurate	Panel or main unit connectors are dirty	Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with cleaning alcohol.
Compact disc is dirty	-	Clean the compact disc without scratches.
Sound is bad directly after power is turned on	Compact disc is heavily scratched or warped	Replace with a compact disc without scratches.
Sound is bad directly after power is turned on (CD)	Water droplets may form on the internal lens when the car is parked in a humid place	Let it dry for about 1 hour with the power on.
No power	The car ignition is not on	If the power supply is properly connected to the car accessory switch, turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
No power	The fuse is blown	Replace the fuse.
Disc cannot be loaded	Presence of disc inside the player	Remove the disc in the player then put a new one in.
Disc cannot be loaded	Inserting the disc upside down	Insert the compact disc with the label facing upward.
Disc cannot be loaded	Compact disc is extremely dirty or defective	Clean the disc or try to play a new one.
Disc cannot be read	Temperature inside the car is too high	Cool off until the ambient temperature returns to normal.
No sound	Volume is set to minimum	Adjust volume to a desired level.
No sound	Wiring is not properly connected	Check wiring connection.
The operation keys do not work	The built-in microcomputer is not operating properly due to noise	Press the power button for about 10 seconds to reset the unit.
Sound skips	Front panel is not properly fixed into its place	Adjust the installation angle to less than 30 degrees.
Sound skips	The installation angle is more than 30 degrees	Clean the compact disc or try to play a new one.
The radio does not work, the radio station automatic selection does not work	The antenna cable is not connected, or the signals are too weak	Insert the antenna cable firmly, select a station manually.

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.

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