Axion AXN-8905 9-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV

by Axion

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 1.3 x 6.7 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002DEM9EG
• Item model number: AXN-8905
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,157 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #48 in Electronics > Portable Audio & Video > Portable & Novelty TVs

Product Description

Product Description The already popular Axion Portable TV now comes in a bigger size, crispier image display--introducing the Axion 9” Portable TV with hi-resolution display. The bigger screen improves your viewing pleasure, and the most important thing is we still maintain its portability. This TV is great for both indoors and outdoors. The built-in rechargeable battery provides adequate power for you to watch a movie or series (approx. 120mins) when fully charged.

Features

• 9-inch Widescreen LCD mobile TV with Hi-Resolution and Hi-Brightness
• Built in ATSC tuner for both Analog & Digital channels
• Brightness adjustable
• A/V Input for external audio/video sources
• Built-in speaker with headphone jack
• Built-in rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery
• Card style remote control
• Detachable external antenna with big magnet base

Specifications

• Signal system: ATSC
• Panel size: 9 inch
• Resolution: 800 x 480
• Power source: DC 9V
• Operating temperature: 5~35°C
• Weight: 1.7 lbs
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 9.9 X 7.7 X 1.3 inch

Accessories

• AC adaptor
• Instruction manual
• Remote control
• External rod antenna with detachable magnet base
• Car adaptor A/V cable

Powering and Installation

Powering the System Indoors

Plug one end of the AC to DC adapter into the DC Input jack on the right side of the mobile TV , then plug the other end into the 100~240V AC power receptacle.

Note: Use the provided AC to DC adapter or an adapter with proper specifications.

Powering the System with Built-in Battery

A built-in rechargeable battery (Li-Polymer) is included for use. When the built-in battery cannot power the TV or is used for the first time, recharge it.

1. Turn off the TV
2. Connect the AC to DC adapter to the DC jack and a standard wall outlet
3. The red charge indicator will light
4. Once fully recharged, the light will turn off
5. Disconnect the AC to DC adapter after the battery is fully charged

Note: The TV can operate 2 hrs with built-in battery. When the sound level lowers or the picture becomes unstable, charge the battery about 7 hours.

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Controls, Indicators, and Connectors

Unit View

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1. IR Sensor: Infrared sensor receives information from remote.
2. POWER on/off button
3. MENU button: Open and close TV menu or pressing and holding it to interrupt the auto scan.
4. Up/Down/Left/Right buttons: Used to navigate on-screen menus.
   
5. CH+/-: Select the previous or next channel.
6. VOL+/-: Increase/decrease the volume.
7. ENTER button: Confirm your selection.
8. INPUT button: Switch between TV and AV IN.
9. WIDE button: Switches the screen between the 16:9 and 4:3 screen displays.
10. RF IN: Connect with antenna.
11. AV IN: Connect with AV device.
12. Headphone jack: Insert headphone (not included) for private listening. It can disable the speakers.
13. Brightness Up/Down Control: Adjust the brightness.
14. POW/CHG LED: Lights green when the TV on and lights red when the built-in battery is charging.
15. DC 9V jack: Connect to the provided AC to DC adapter.

Note: Moving the TV may cause signal loss, especially for digital programs. The TV will shut off automatically if it receives no signal for 15 minutes.

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Setting the DTV

To Set the DTV

Enter the channel number followed by “-1.” For example, enter “11-1” for the digital channel 11. If available, the digital channel appears. Some digital stations provide multiple broadcasts on a single channel. To access these directly, enter higher numbers after the channel number. Take “11-2” “11-3” for example. If available, these digital channels appear.

Using the External Antenna

When the picture is not clear with the built-in rod antenna, try placing your TV near a window or connecting an external antenna to the TV for improve reception. If you are in a weak TV signal area, or are inside a concrete building, you might need an external antenna to improve reception. Connect the external antenna to the RF IN jack on the right side of the TV. Follow the install steps below:

     Diagram I

Screw the rod antenna loose from the RF IN jack.

     Diagram II

Screw the rod antenna onto the top jack of the magnet pedestal.

     Diagram III

Screw the metal plug of the external antenna onto the RF IN jack on the TV.

     Diagram IV

Place the magnet pedestal vertically; pull the rod antenna to scan channels.

Note: Based on the current ATSC standards, mobile reception of digital stations are practically impossible especially when the TV is moving or on a moving surface or vehicle. Picture on the screen tends to garble up or lose signal indefinitely. To avoid this issue, try not to move the TV around when watching TV programs.

Using Your TV as a Monitor

1. Press INPUT button and select AV IN mode.
2. Connect the AV cable plugs to the out jack of AV Device as below:  

• Yellow plug: Connect to the VIDEO OUT jack on the AV Device.
• Red plug: Connect to the AUDIO IN R jack on the AV Device.
• White plug: Connect to the AUDIO IN L jack on the AV Device.

3. Connect the AV cable’s 1/8-inch plug to the AV IN jack on the TV unit.

Troubleshooting

The player won’t turn on?

• Charge the battery.
• Check the AC to DC adapter is connected.
• Connect to another power outlet.

No TV Program Picture?

• Do a full scan of channels by pressing “Auto” on the remote or in the Menu settings
• Make sure the input selection is set to TV instead of AV
• Position your TV to a better location with the external antenna connected and do a channel rescan.

No sound?

• Increase the volume.
• Press MUTE on the remote control to turn off mute.
• Unplug the headphones.

Poor picture?

• Adjust the telescoping antenna.
• Move to a window (if inside a building structure).
• Use an external antenna (The one provided or regular antenna.)

Remote control doesn’t work?

• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the TV.
• Replace the battery in the remote control.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Axion TV- Great product, October 8, 2009

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DC - See all my reviews

This review is from: Axion AXN-8905 9-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV (Electronics)

Great picture and sound. Finding the right place for the antenna was tricky. It seems metal objects interfere with reception, including the corners of walls. I keep it plugged in, in the kitchen to catch the news in the morning or while making dinner, so I have not tested the battery life yet. 5 months and I am very happpy.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good New/Bad News -- mostly bad news., November 9, 2009

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C. Hayman (Maryland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Axion AXN-8905 9-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV (Electronics)

Good news/bad news: the picture quality is terrific, but I cannot POWER OFF! I called the company and was told to keep the power button down for 8 seconds -- unfortunately it powers off momentarily and then immediately powers back on. The only way to turn it off is to remove the plug from the wall (& even then if there is any battery juice it stays on until the battery runs out). Previously I had read another review here about that happening, but thought it was probably just an odd occurrence, but when it happened to me I assumed that this is probably happening on a much more frequent basis.

Good news: I live in the boonies and the antenna brought in all our local stations very, very well.

The remote does not have a power/on/off switch. I don't know why.

It does not recognize the 75 ohm signal (through the wall) from my satellite -- I called the company and was told it would not recognize the satellite signal through the wall outlet connected to the rf input -- (it has to be connected directly to the satellite box w/rca cables). So if you want it in your kitchen, forget it, unless you have the satellite box in the kitchen, too.

The sound is tinny, but I could live with the unit if everything else worked.

My advice is not to buy this unit as its performance is unpredictable with that power button, and, of course don't buy it if you have satellite reception. It's like a half-baked cake -- too bad they didn't do it right.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy Axion 9" TV, November 19, 2009

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J. Simmons (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Axion AXN-8905 9-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV (Electronics)

I purchased one of these units, but when set to scan for channels, it didn't find any. I even tried connecting cable directly to it. i tried the various cable band settings, no luck. I sent it back. I ordered another one. it performed exactly like the first. No working RF input. I even tried outside where I had a line of sight view of the local TV transmitter.

Here's the worst part, customer service. It is non-existent. I sent an email on a Friday night, it wasn't responded to until the following Wednesday. All is said was, "Call us." It didn't include a number. Fortunately, the number is in the operator's guide. I actually began calling on Tuesday. I left four messages for Reginald. His name is on the customer service outgoing message. He never called me back. I even mentioned that if didn't hear from him today, that I would be forced to leave a negative review on Amazon.com. I guess he doesn't care.

Companies who treat customers this way should not be allowed to stay in business.

I see that other reviewers have complained about not being able to turn the unit off. Well I guess I will never know if that is a problem because I have now sent the second unit back.