Operation Manual
Multi-CD control High power CD player with RDS tuner

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DEH-P2530R DEH-P2500R DEH-P2500RB

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Contents
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
Before You Start About this unit 4 About this manual 4 Precautions 4 In case of trouble 4 Protecting your unit from theft 4 Removing the front panel 4 Attaching the front panel 5 Whats What Head unit 6 Power ON/OFF Turning the unit on 7 Selecting a source 7 Turning the unit off 7 Tuner Listening to the radio 8 Introduction of advanced tuner operation 9 Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies 9 Tuning in strong signals 9 Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies 10 RDS Introduction of RDS operation 11 Switching the RDS display 11 Selecting alternative frequencies 11 Using PI Seek 12 Using Auto PI Seek for preset stations 12 Limiting stations to regional programming 12 Receiving traffic announcements 12 Responding to the TP alarm 13 PTY list 14 Built-in CD Player Playing a CD 15 Introduction of advanced built-in CD player operation 16 Repeating play 16 Playing tracks in a random order 16 Scanning tracks of a CD 16 Pausing CD playback 17 Using disc title functions 17 Entering disc titles 17 Displaying disc titles 18 Multi-CD Player Playing a CD 19 50-disc multi-CD player 19 Introduction of advanced multi-CD player operation 20 Repeating play 20 Playing tracks in a random order 20 Scanning CDs and tracks 21 Pausing CD playback 21 Using ITS playlists 21 Creating a playlist with ITS programming 21 Playback from your ITS playlist 22 Erasing a track from your ITS playlist 22 Erasing a CD from your ITS playlist 22 Using disc title functions 23 Entering disc titles 23 Displaying disc titles 23 Using CD TEXT functions 24 Displaying titles on CD TEXT discs 24 Scrolling titles in the display 24 Using compression and bass emphasis 24
Audio Adjustments Introduction of audio adjustments 25 Using balance adjustment 25 Using the equalizer 25 Recalling equalizer curves 26 Adjusting equalizer curves 26 Fine adjusting equalizer curve 26 Adjusting loudness 27 Front image enhancer (F.I.E.) 27 Adjusting source levels 28 Initial Settings Adjusting initial settings 29 Setting the FM tuning step 29 Switching Auto PI Seek 29 Switching the warning tone 29 Switching the auxiliary setting 30 Other Functions Using the AUX source 31 Selecting AUX as the source 31 Setting the AUX title 31 Additional Information Understanding built-in CD player error messages 32 Cellular telephone muting 32 CD player and care 32 CD-R/CD-RW discs 33 Specifications 34

Section

HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Before You Start

About this unit

This product complies with the EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC).
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allocated for use in Western Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania. Use in other areas may result in improper reception. The RDS function operates only in areas with FM stations broadcasting RDS signals.
! The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in Germany. ! Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. ! Always keep the volume low enough so you can hear sounds outside of the car. ! Protect this product from moisture. ! If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed.
In case of trouble About this manual
This unit features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and operation. All the functions have been designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory. This operation manual will help you benefit fully from this products potential and to maximize your listening enjoyment. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the functions and their operation by reading through the manual before you begin using this unit. It is especially important that you read and observe precautions on this page and in other sections. Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

Protecting your unit from theft
The front panel can be detached from the head unit and stored in the protective case provided to discourage theft. ! If the front panel is not detached from the head unit within five seconds of turning off the ignition, a warning tone will sound. ! You can turn off the warning tone. See Switching the warning tone on page 29.

Important

Precautions
! A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is affixed to the bottom of this unit.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

! Never use force or grip the display and the buttons tightly when removing or attaching. ! Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive shocks. ! Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.

Removing the front panel

1 Press OPEN to open the front panel.
2 Grip the left side of the front panel and pull it gently outward. Take care not to grip it tightly or drop it.
3 Put the front panel into the protective case provided for safe keeping.
Attaching the front panel
% Replace the front panel by holding it upright to this unit and clipping it securely into the mounting hooks.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Whats What
8 BAND button Press to select among three FM and MW/ LW bands and cancel the control mode of functions. 9 LOUDNESS button Press to turn loudness on or off. a 16 buttons Press for preset tuning and disc number search when using a multi-CD player. b SOURCE button This unit is turned on by selecting a source. Press to cycle through all of the available sources. c VOLUME Press to increase or decrease the volume. d EQ button Press to select various equalizer curves.

Head unit

1 TA button Press to turn traffic announcements function on or off. Press and hold to turn NEWS function on or off. 2 DISPLAY button Press to select different displays. 3 PAUSE button Press to turn pause on or off. 4 AUDIO button Press to select various sound quality controls. 5 OPEN button Press to open the front panel. 6 a/b/c/d buttons Press to do manual seek tuning, fast forward, reverse and track search controls. Also used for controlling functions. 7 FUNCTION button Press to select functions.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Power ON/OFF

Turning the unit on

% Press SOURCE to turn the unit on. When you select a source the unit is turned on.

Turning the unit off

% Press SOURCE and hold until the unit turns off.

Selecting a source

You can select a source you want to listen to. To switch to the built-in CD player, load a disc in this unit (refer to page 15). % Press SOURCE to select a source. Press SOURCE repeatedly to switch between the following sources: Built-in CD playerTelevisionTuner Multi-CD playerExternal unit 1External unit 2AUX

Notes ! In the following cases, the sound source will not change: When a unit corresponding to each source is not connected to this unit. When no disc is set in this unit. When no magazine is set in the multi-CD player. When the AUX (auxiliary input) is set to off (refer to page 30). ! External unit refers to a Pioneer product (such as one available in the future) that, although incompatible as a source, enables control of basic functions by this unit. Two external units can be controlled by this unit. When two external units are connected, the allocation of them to external unit 1 or external unit 2 is automatically set by this unit. ! When this units blue/white lead is connected to the cars auto-antenna relay control terminal, the cars antenna extends when this units source is turned on. To retract the antenna, turn the source off.

HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Tuner

Listening to the radio
4 To perform manual tuning, press c or d with quick presses. The frequencies move up or down step by step. 5 To perform seek tuning, press and hold c or d for about one second and release. The tuner will scan the frequencies until a broadcast strong enough for good reception is found.
These are the basic steps necessary to operate the radio. More advanced tuner operation is explained starting on the next page. This units AF (alternative frequencies search) function can be turned on and off. AF should be off for normal tuning operation (refer to page 11). 1 Band indicator Shows which band the radio is tuned to, MW, LW or FM. 2 Frequency indicator Shows to which frequency the tuner is tuned. 3 Stereo (5) indicator Shows that the frequency selected is being broadcast in stereo. 4 Preset number indicator Shows what preset has been selected. 1 Press SOURCE to select the tuner. Press SOURCE until tuner is selected as the source. 2 Use VOLUME to adjust the sound level. Press to increase or decrease the volume. 3 Press BAND to select a band. Press BAND until the desired band is displayed, F1, F2, F3 for FM or MW/LW.
# You can cancel seek tuning by pressing either c or d with a quick press. # If you press and hold c or d you can skip broadcasting stations. Seek tuning starts as soon as you release the buttons. Note When the frequency selected is being broadcast in stereo the stereo (5) indicator will light.
Introduction of advanced tuner operation
Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies
If you press any of the preset tuning buttons 16 you can easily store up to six broadcast frequencies for later recall with the touch of a button.
1 LOC indicator Shows when local seek tuning is on. 2 Function display Shows the function status. 3 Preset number indicator Shows what preset has been selected. % Press FUNCTION to display the function names. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch between the following functions: BSM (best stations memory)REG (regional) LOCAL (local seek tuning)TA (traffic announcement standby)AF (alternative frequencies search)NEWS (news program interruption)

# To return to the frequency display, press BAND. # If MW/LW band is selected, you can only select BSM or LOCAL. Note If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the frequency display.
% When you find a frequency that you want to store in memory press a preset tuning button 16 and hold until the preset number stops flashing. The number you have pressed will flash in the preset number indicator and then remain lit. The selected radio station frequency has been stored in memory. The next time you press the same preset tuning button 16 the radio station frequency is recalled from memory.
Notes ! Up to 18 FM stations, 6 for each of the three FM bands, and 6 MW/LW stations can be stored in memory. ! You can also use a and b to recall radio station frequencies assigned to preset tuning buttons 16.

Tuning in strong signals

Local seek tuning lets you tune in only those radio stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception. 1 Press FUNCTION to select LOCAL. Press FUNCTION until LOCAL appears in the display. 2 Press a to turn local seek tuning on. Local seek sensitivity (e.g., LOCAL 2) appears in the display.
3 Press c or d to set the sensitivity. There are four levels of sensitivity for FM and two levels for MW/LW: FM: LOCAL 1LOCAL 2LOCAL 3 LOCAL 4 MW/LW: LOCAL 1LOCAL 2 The LOCAL 4 setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you receive progressively weaker stations. 4 When you want to return to normal seek tuning, press b to turn local seek tuning off. LOCAL:OFF appears in the display.
Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies
BSM (best stations memory) lets you automatically store the six strongest broadcast frequencies under preset tuning buttons 16 and once stored there you can tune in to those frequencies with the touch of a button. 1 Press FUNCTION to select BSM. Press FUNCTION until BSM appears in the display. 2 Press a to turn BSM on. BSM begins to flash. While BSM is flashing the six strongest broadcast frequencies will be stored under preset tuning buttons 16 in order of their signal strength. When finished, BSM stops flashing.

indicator is extinguished and a series of short beeps, about five seconds long, sound to remind you to select another TP or enhanced other networks TP station. % When listening to the tuner, tune in another TP or enhanced other networks TP station.
# To turn traffic announcements standby off, press TA again.
3 Use VOLUME to adjust the TA volume when a traffic announcement begins. Press to increase or decrease the volume. The newly set volume is stored in memory and recalled for subsequent traffic announcements. 4 Press TA while a traffic announcement is being received to cancel the announcement. The tuner returns to the original source but remains in the standby mode until TA is pressed again.
Notes ! You can also turn on or off TA function in the menu that appears with the pressing of FUNCTION. ! The system switches back to the original source following traffic announcement reception. ! Only TP and enhanced other networks TP stations are tuned in during seek tuning or BSM when TA is on.
Responding to the TP alarm
When a TP or enhanced other networks TP station is lost due to a weak signal the TP ( )

PTY list

General NEWS/INF Specific NEWS AFFAIRS INFO SPORT WEATHER FINANCE POPULAR POP MUS ROCK MUS EASY MUS OTH MUS JAZZ COUNTRY NAT MUS OLDIES FOLK MUS CLASSICS L. CLASS CLASSIC OTHERS EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE SCIENCE VARIED CHILDREN SOCIAL RELIGION PHONE IN TOURING LEISURE DOCUMENT Type of program News Current affairs General information and advice Sports Weather reports/meteorological information Stock market reports, commerce, trading, etc. Popular music Contemporary modern music Easy listening music Non categorized music Jazz Country music National music Oldies music, golden oldies Folk music Light classical music Serious classical music Educational programs All radio plays and serials National or regional culture Nature, science and technology Light entertainment Childrens Social affairs Religion affairs or services Phone In Travel programs, not for announcements about traffic problems Hobbies and recreational activities Documentaries
HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Built-in CD Player

Playing a CD

4 Use VOLUME to adjust the sound level. Press to increase or decrease the volume. 5 To perform fast forward or reverse, press and hold c or d.

These are the basic steps necessary to play a CD with your built-in CD player. More advanced CD operation is explained starting on the next page. 1 Play time indicator Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track. 2 Track number indicator Shows the track currently playing. 1 Press OPEN to open the front panel. CD loading slot appears.
6 To skip back or forward to another track, press c or d. Pressing d skips to the start of the next track. Pressing c once skips to the start of the current track. Pressing again will skip to the previous track.
Notes ! The built-in CD player plays one, standard, 12cm or 8-cm (single) CD at a time. Do not use an adapter when playing 8-cm CDs. ! Do not insert anything other than a CD into the CD loading slot. ! If you cannot insert a disc completely or if after you insert a disc the disc does not play, check that the label side of the disc is up. Press EJECT to eject the disc, and check the disc for damage before inserting the disc again. ! If the built-in CD player does not operate properly, an error message such as ERROR-11 may be displayed. Refer to Understanding built-in CD player error messages on page 32. ! The built-in CD player is not equipped with CD TEXT function. ! A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as disc title, artist name and track title.
# After a CD has been inserted, press SOURCE to select the built-in CD player.
2 Insert a CD into the CD loading slot. Playback will automatically start.

CD loading slot

EJECT button
# You can eject a CD by pressing EJECT. # To avoid a malfunction, make sure that no metal object comes into contact with the terminals when the front panel is open.

Close the front panel.

Introduction of advanced built-in CD player operation
3 Press b to turn repeat play off. RPT :OFF appears in the display. The track currently playing will continue to play and then play the next track.
If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse, repeat play is automatically cancelled.
1 RPT indicator Shows when repeat play is turned on. 2 Function display Shows the function status. % Press FUNCTION to display the function names. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch between the following functions: RPT (repeat play)RDM (random play) SCAN (scan play)PAUSE (pause)

Using disc title functions
You can input CD titles and display the title. The next time you insert a CD for which you have entered a title, the title of that CD will be displayed.
! After data for 48 discs has been stored in memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one. ! If you connect a multi-CD player, you can input disc titles for up to 100 discs.

Displaying disc titles

You can display the title of any disc that has had a disc title entered. % Press DISPLAY. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to switch between the following settings: Play timeDISC TTL (disc title) When you select DISC TTL, the title of the currently playing disc is shown in the display.
# If no title has been entered for the currently playing disc, NO TITLE is displayed.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Multi-CD Player
4 To perform fast forward or reverse, press and hold c or d. 5 To skip back or forward to another track, press c or d. Pressing d skips to the start of the next track. Pressing c once skips to the start of the current track. Pressing again will skip to the previous track.
Notes ! When the multi-CD player performs the preparatory operations, READY is displayed. ! If the multi-CD player does not operate properly, an error message such as ERROR-11 may be displayed. Refer to the multi-CD player owners manual. ! If there are no discs in the multi-CD player magazine, NO DISC is displayed.
You can use this unit to control a multi-CD player, which is sold separately. These are the basic steps necessary to play a CD with your multi-CD player. More advanced CD operation is explained starting on the next page. 1 Disc number indicator Shows the disc currently playing. 2 Play time indicator Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track. 3 Track number indicator Shows the track currently playing. 1 Press SOURCE to select the multi-CD player. Press SOURCE until multi-CD is selected as the source. 2 Use VOLUME to adjust the sound level. Press to increase or decrease the volume. 3 Select a disc you want to listen to with the 16 buttons. For discs located at 1 to 6, press the corresponding number button. If you want to select a disc located at 7 to 12, press and hold the corresponding numbers such as 1 for disc 7, until the disc number appears in the display.

# You can also sequentially select a disc by pressing a/b.

50-disc multi-CD player

Only those functions described in this manual are supported for 50-disc multi-CD players.
Introduction of advanced multi-CD player operation
2 Press c or d to select the repeat range. Press c or d until the desired repeat range appears in the display.
! MCD Repeat all discs in the multi-CD player ! TRK Repeat just the current track ! DSC Repeat the current disc Notes ! If you select other discs during repeat play, the repeat play range changes to MCD. ! If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse during TRK, the repeat play range changes to DSC.
1 RPT indicator Shows when repeat range is selected to current track. 2 Function display Shows the function status. % Press FUNCTION to display the function names. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch between the following functions: RPT (repeat play)RDM (random play) SCAN (scan play)ITS-P (ITS play)PAUSE (pause)COMP (compression and DBE)
Random play lets you play back tracks in a random order within the repeat range, MCD and DSC. 1 Select the repeat range. Refer to Repeating play on this page. 2 Press FUNCTION to select RDM. Press FUNCTION until RDM appears in the display. 3 Press a to turn random play on. RDM :ON appears in the display. Tracks will play in a random order within the previously selected MCD or DSC ranges. 4 Press b to turn random play off. RDM :OFF appears in the display. Tracks will continue to play in order.
There are three repeat play ranges for the multi-CD player: MCD (multi-CD player repeat), TRK (one-track repeat) and DSC (disc repeat). 1 Press FUNCTION to select RPT. Press FUNCTION until RPT appears in the display.

Scanning CDs and tracks

While you are using DSC, the beginning of each track on the selected disc plays for about 10 seconds. When you are using MCD, the beginning of the first track of each disc is played for about 10 seconds. 1 Select the repeat range. Refer to Repeating play on the previous page. 2 Press FUNCTION to select SCAN. Press FUNCTION until SCAN appears in the display. 3 Press a to turn scan play on. SCAN :ON appears in the display. The first 10 seconds of each track of the current disc (or the first track of each disc) is played. 4 When you find the desired track (or disc) press b to turn scan play off. SCAN :OFF appears in the display. The track (or disc) will continue to play.
2 Press a to turn pause on. PAUSE:ON appears in the display. Play of the current track pauses. 3 Press b to turn pause off. PAUSE:OFF appears in the display. Play will resume at the same point that you turned pause on.

Using ITS playlists

ITS (instant track selection) lets you make a playlist of favorite tracks from those in the multi-CD player magazine. After you have added your favorite tracks to the playlist you can turn on ITS play and play just those selections.

# If the display has automatically returned to the playback display, select SCAN again by pressing FUNCTION. Note After track or disc scanning is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again.
Creating a playlist with ITS programming
You can use ITS to enter and playback up to 99 tracks per disc, up to 100 discs (with the disc title). (With multi-CD players sold before the CDX-P1250 and CDX-P650, up to 24 tracks can be stored in the playlist.) 1 Play a CD that you want to program. Press a or b to select a CD. 2 Press FUNCTION and hold until TITLE IN appears in the display, then press FUNCTION to select ITS. After TITLE IN is displayed, press FUNCTION repeatedly, the following functions appear in the display: TITLE IN (disc title input)ITS (ITS programming)
Pause lets you temporarily stop playback of the CD. 1 Press FUNCTION to select PAUSE. Press FUNCTION until PAUSE appears in the display.
3 Select a desired track by pressing c or d. 4 Press a to store the currently playing track in the playlist. IN is displayed briefly and the currently playing selection is added to your playlist. The display then shows ITS again. 5 Press BAND to return to the playback display.
Note After data for 100 discs has been stored in memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.
Erasing a track from your ITS playlist
When you want to delete a track from your ITS playlist, you can if ITS play is on. If ITS play is already on, skip to step 2. If ITS play is not already on, press FUNCTION. 1 Play a CD you want to delete a track from your ITS playlist, and turn ITS play on. Refer to Playback from your ITS playlist on this page. 2 Press FUNCTION and hold until TITLE IN appears in the display, then press FUNCTION to select ITS. After TITLE IN is displayed, press FUNCTION until ITS appears in the display. 3 Select a desired track by pressing c or d. 4 Press b to erase a track from your ITS playlist. The currently playing selection is erased from your ITS playlist and playback of the next track from your ITS playlist begins.
Playback from your ITS playlist
ITS play lets you listen to the tracks that you have entered into your ITS playlist. When you turn on ITS play, tracks from your ITS playlist in the multi-CD player will begin to play. 1 Select the repeat range. Refer to Repeating play on page 20. 2 Press FUNCTION to select ITS-P. Press FUNCTION until ITS-P appears in the display. 3 Press a to turn ITS play on. ITS-P:ON appears in the display. Playback begins of those tracks from your playlist within the previously selected MCD or DSC ranges.
# If there are no tracks from your playlist in the current range, EMPTY is displayed and normal play resumes.
5 Press BAND to return to the playback display.

Erasing a CD from your ITS playlist
When you want to delete all tracks of a CD from your ITS playlist, you can if ITS play is off. 1 Play a CD that you want to delete. Press a or b to select a CD.
# If no tracks in the current range are programmed for ITS play then EMPTY is displayed.
4 Press b to turn ITS play off. ITS-P:OFF appears in the display. Playback will continue in normal order from the currently playing track and CD.
2 Press FUNCTION and hold until TITLE IN appears in the display, then press FUNCTION to select ITS. After TITLE IN is displayed, press FUNCTION until ITS appears in the display. 3 Press b to erase all tracks on the currently playing CD from your ITS playlist. All tracks on the currently playing CD are erased from your playlist and CLEAR is displayed. 4 Press BAND to return to the playback display.
3 Press a or b to select a letter of the alphabet. Each press of a will display a letter of the alphabet in A B C. X Y Z and numbers in 3. 0 order. Each press of b will display a letter in the reverse order, such as Z Y X. C B A order.
You can input CD titles and display the title. Then you can easily search for and select a desired disc for play.
Notes ! Titles remain in memory, even after the disc has been removed from the magazine, and are recalled when the disc is reinserted. ! After data for 100 discs has been stored in memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.
Disc title input lets you input CD titles up to 8 letters long and up to 100 disc titles (with ITS playlist) into the multi-CD player. 1 Play a CD that you want to enter the title. Press a or b to select a CD. 2 Press FUNCTION and hold until TITLE IN appears in the display. After TITLE IN is displayed, press FUNCTION repeatedly, the following functions appear in the display: TITLE IN (disc title input)ITS (ITS programming)
You can display the title of any disc that has had a disc title entered. % Press DISPLAY. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to switch between the following settings: Play timeDISC TTL (disc title)
# When playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player, you cannot switch to TITLE IN. The disc title will have already been recorded on a CD TEXT disc.
When you select DISC TTL, the title of the currently playing disc is shown in the display.
Using compression and bass emphasis
You can use these functions only with a multiCD player that supports them. Using COMP (compression) and DBE (dynamic bass emphasis) functions let you adjust the sound playback quality of the multi-CD player. Each of the functions have a two-step adjustment. The COMP function balances the output of louder and softer sounds at higher volumes. DBE boosts bass levels to give playback a fuller sound. Listen to each of the effects as you select through them and use the one that best enhances the playback of the track or CD that you are listening to. 1 Press FUNCTION to select COMP. Press FUNCTION until COMP appears in the display.

Adjusting equalizer curves
You can adjust the currently selected equalizer curve setting as desired. Adjusted equalizer curve settings are memorized in CUSTOM.
Level (dB) Q=2N Center frequency Frequency (Hz) Q=2W
1 Press AUDIO and hold until frequency and the Q factor (e.g., F- 80 Q 1W) appears in the display. 2 Press AUDIO to select the desired band for adjustment. LowMidHigh 3 Press c or d to select the desired frequency. Press c or d until the desired frequency appears in the display. Low: 4080100160 (Hz) Mid: 2005001k2k (Hz) High: 3k8k10k12k (Hz) 4 Press a or b to select the desired Q factor. Press a or b until the desired Q factor appears in the display. 2N1N1W2W
Note If you make adjustments when a curve other than CUSTOM is selected, the newly adjusted curve will replace the previous curve. Then a new curve with CUSTOM appears on the display while selecting the equalizer curve.
3 Press c or d to select a desired level. Each press of c or d selects level in the following order: LOW (low)MID (mid)HI (high) 4 Press b to turn loudness off. LOUD :OFF appears in the display.
Note You can also turn loudness on or off by pressing LOUDNESS.
Front image enhancer (F.I.E.)
The F.I.E. (Front Image Enhancer) function is a simple method of enhancing front imaging by cutting mid- and high-range frequency output from the rear speakers, limiting their output to low-range frequencies. You can select the frequency you want to cut.
Precaution When the F.I.E. function is deactivated, the rear speakers output sound of all frequencies, not just bass sounds. Reduce the volume before disengaging F.I.E. to prevent a sudden increase in volume.

Adjusting loudness

Loudness compensates for deficiencies in the low- and high-sound ranges at low volume. 1 Press AUDIO to select LOUD. Press AUDIO until LOUD appears in the display. 2 Press a to turn loudness on. Loudness level (e.g., LOUD MID) appears in the display.
1 Press AUDIO to select FIE. Press AUDIO until FIE appears in the display.
# To turn F.I.E. off, press b.
Press a to turn F.I.E. on.
3 Press c or d to select a desired frequency. Each press of c or d selects frequency in the following order: 100160250 (Hz)

3 Press d to move the cursor to the next character position. When the letter you want is displayed, press d to move the cursor to the next position and

Appendix

HHHHHHHHHHHHHH Additional Information
Understanding built-in CD player error messages
When problems occur during CD play an error message may appear on the display. If an error message appears on the display refer to the table below to see what the problem is and the suggested method of correcting the problem. If the error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer or your nearest Pioneer Service Center.
Message Cause Action Clean disc. Replace disc. Turn the ignition ON and OFF, or switch to a different source, then back to the CD player.

CD player and care

! Use only CDs that have either of the two Compact Disc Digital Audio marks as shown below.
! Use only normal, round CDs. If you insert irregular, non-round, shaped CDs they may jam in the CD player or not play properly.
ERROR-11, 12, Dirty disc 17, 30 ERROR-11, 12, Scratched disc 17, 30 ERROR-10, 11, Electrical or me12, 17, 30, A0 chanical

ERROR-22, 23

The CD format Replace disc. cannot be played back All tracks are skip tracks CD player overheated Replace disc. Turn off the CD player until the CD player cools down.

ERROR-44 HEAT

! Check all CDs for cracks, scratches or warped discs before playing. CDs that have cracks, scratches or are warped may not play properly. Do not use such discs. ! Avoid touching the recorded (non-printed side) surface when handling the disc. ! Store discs in their cases when not in use. ! Keep discs out of direct sunlight and do not expose the discs to high temperatures. ! Do not attach labels, write on or apply chemicals to the surface of the discs. ! To clean dirt from a CD, wipe the disc with a soft cloth outward from the center of the disc.
Cellular telephone muting
Sound from this unit is muted automatically when a call is made or received using a connected cellular telephone. ! The sound is turned off, MUTE is displayed and no audio adjustments, except volume control, are possible. Operation returns to normal when the phone call is ended.

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* Touch panel display available on AVH-P7500DVD, AVH-P6500DVD and AVD-W6210.

AVD-W6210

Fully Featured DVD Cyber Navi Units with Touch Panel Control
Pioneers new DVD Cyber Navi units come equipped with exciting user benefits. To start, they were designed especially to be combined with Pioneers new displays that offer touch panel display operation (AVH-P7500/6500DVD, AVD-W6210). An attractive new GUI (Graphical User Interface) with enhanced graphic capabilities make operation incredibly intuitive and fast. You only need to touch the display to control the entire system and access the information you need. The speed is amazing: every function is immediately accessible by just pressing the appropriate on-screen button or icon. One-touch operation really lets you navigate with ease: press the TMC logo to recall traffic information; the Distance To Next Turn logo repeats the voice message; the Map Scale logo lets you zoom in or out on the map and the ETA (Expected Time of Arrival) logo lets you toggle between ETA and Remaining Driving Time. Touch a road on-screen to recall its name and restart the route calculation.
If you opt for a touch panel display, you will benefit from additional useful capabilities such as the Street List guidance mode, Intelligent Re-routeing, more detailed TMC voice messages, and the Motorway Exit Number guidance feature. On top, thanks to the CNDV-30, you will enjoy a larger map coverage area, extended TMC coverage, and many more POI than ever before. The DVD Cyber Navi units come with a standard steering wheel remote control the perfect solution for hands-on-the-wheel navigation control; use it to perform further control instructions while driving. If you wish to combine your new AVIC navigation unit with an AVH-P6400CD/R AV headunit, you will need the CD-R11 integrated remote to control your AV/Navi entertainment combo. The 2003 DVD Map disc CNDV-30 includes both Touch Panel Display and Remote Control application software. The correct software will upload automatically depending on the type of connected display.

CNDV-map disc

Touch panel display GUI (Graphical user interface) with on-screen buttons and logos to retrieve information
Standard steering wheel remote control (see p. 25 for details)
for full features please see page 96.
Its amazing where you can go with Pioneers DVD Cyber Navi units. First, you get Europe on 1 DVD, so theres no need to change discs when you cross borders. And, wherever youre headed, youll get there fast, thanks to superfast routeing and re-routeing instructions that automatically help avoid traffic problems. Theres even a 3-D Gyro Sensor for accurate positioning, so you always know precisely where you are. And how about stunning graphics like Pioneers unique, 3-D Drivers View mode on a highestquality display? Both new DVD Cyber Navi units come with a PC card slot. Use it to create a personal navigation database to share with friends or to create your own personalised wallpapers. And no need to limit yourself to navigation: these units integrate seamlessly with Pioneers AV headunits; control is done via the touch panel display or with an integrated remote control. The future is of AV/navigation has arrived, and its within your reach. So go on, turn your car into a fully loaded entertainment centre on wheels.

OEL display

Arrow-type Navigation

Searching

Searching for your destination via the ANH-P9R(-BK) is simple yet smart. Just input your destination through an Address Search including country, town, street, and even house number, or through a specific POI (Point of Interest). Simple. The destination is set within seconds. Smart. Your 50 preferred destinations can be memorised in a private address book for future use and your last 50 destinations are automatically kept in a Destination Input Destination History list.

Guidance

A natural voice will guide you in your own language, with messages like Turn right in 200 meters. This voice is supported by an arrow on the OEL display that indicates when a turn is coming up. In addition, the Current Street Name and, before upcoming turns, the Next Street Name, are always visible on the screen. If you require more information about your route, you can recall the Distance to Destination, Estimated Time of Arrival, Location Status, a list of streets en route to your destination and your Current Position by pressing one of the Soft Keys. You can also input one stop along the way. When the information is recalled, the ANH-P9R(-BK) will give you a voice command.

Routeing

The ANH-P9R(-BK) can calculate the Shortest Route or Fastest Route in all of Europe, avoiding motorways, ferry connections and/or toll roads if desired. Thanks to the improved TMC functions, its even possible to set up this system so it sets a route that will help you avoid traffic jams.
1. Current street name 2. Next street name 3. Current time 4. Distance to next turn 5. Location status
6. List of streets on route 7. TMC events on route 8. List of all TMC messages 9. Stop Over point 10. Manual Detour Setting
a world of Pioneer AV/navigation solutions
At Pioneer, we realise that different people have different reasons for considering an in-car entertainment AV or navigation system. That is why this year, our complete AV/Navi line-up covers more possibilities than ever before. Whether you place importance on getting from A to B in style or keeping the kids quiet and happy in the rear seat, you can put together any number of Pioneer in-car product combinations. Just six examples are shown here. Depending on the space you have available, youre sure to recognise your definition of in-car navigation or AV entertainment. Welcome to the world of Pioneer and rediscover the pleasure in driving.

AVD-W6200 AVD-W6200

XDV-P9-II
Products shown: AVD-W6200 6.5-inch Wide-Screen LCD Colour Display, CD-VS33 AV Selector and XDV-P9-II Multi-DVD Player with Dolby Digital/DTS Digital Output.
for full features please see pages 96 98, 101.

AV headunits

AVH-P7500DVD MULTI-CHANNEL DVD AV HEADUNIT
You wont believe your eyes until you see it, hear itand touch it. This multichannel DVD AV headunit, the star of Pioneer in-car entertainment, combines everything you want in the world of audio and visual: a sleek wide-screen 7-inch high-quality touch panel display, a high performance D4Q digital tuner, a MOSFET 5 x 50 W amp and DVD player. Operation of the AVH-P7500DVD is unbelievably fast and simple, thanks to its touch panel display complete with an exciting new GUI (Graphical User Interface). You control your audio, video and navigation settings with the touch of your finger. The ultra-slim built-in DVD player is compatible with all the latest digitally encoded discs, including high fidelity DVD-Audio for the audiophiles. Cinema fans will be stunned by the realistic cinematic soundtracks emerging from the 5.1 channels, courtesy of the Dolby Digital/DTS/Dolby Pro Logic II decoders. The built-in DSP (Digital Signal Processor) lets you customise your sound system to your taste with the Pioneer exclusive Multi-channel Auto EQ and Automatic Time Alignment. The IP-Bus connection means you can easily hook up extras like a TV tuner, DAB tuner or multi-CD player. Whether you want a great stand-alone AV system or a perfect addition to your Pioneer AVIC Cyber Navi unit, this compact AV headunit is the answer to your quest for the ideal in-car entertainment.
Personalised High-quality 5.1-channel Surround Sound
When Pioneer says cinema on wheels, they mean it. The AVH-P7500DVD is equipped with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II decoders to wrap you and your captive audience in rich 5.1-channel surround sound. Dolby Digital and DTS are encoding technologies that offer dynamic 5.1-channel surround sound of the purest quality. Dolby Pro Logic II is a great technology that produces surround sound from 2-channel sources. This means you can enjoy 5.1-channel sound from stereo encoded sources like the built-in D4Q Digital AM/FM tuner, CDs or MP3s. Full frequency surround sound comes surging from six speakers: four regular side speakers, one dash-mounted centre speaker* and a dedicated subwoofer channel for low frequencies. Pioneer is the first in the industry to take complete advantage of Pro Logic IIs full features, including the innovative Movie, Music and Matrix modes. Movie mode approximates the sound of Dolby Digital from Dolby Surround soundtracks. Music mode creates a rich surround ambience from stereo sources. Matrix mode produces In-car 5.1-channel surround sound surround sound from mono material.

DEQ-P7000

COMPONENT DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR (DSP)
The DEQ-P7000 is a very powerful audio processor with a built-in Dolby Digital/DTS/Dolby Pro Logic decoder, built-in MOSFET 50 W x 5 amplifier and 6 Hi-Volt pre-outs for connecting external amplifiers. Its powerful DSP features digitally adapt the sound, allowing you to create a truly personal sound profile. The DEQ-P7000 was designed to be used with the AVH-P6500DVD AV headunit or the DVH-P5000MP, Pioneers High Power DVD/MP3 Tuner: this combination brings you full-fledged audio and video along with multi-channel surround sound so real it gets the blood pumping!
The DVH-P5000MP DVD/MP3 headunit is primarily intended for rear seat entertainment. Enjoy listening to your favourite MP3 collection, the built-in FM tuner, optional CD changer or DAB tuner up front. Meanwhile, your passengers enjoy watching video from the built-in DVD player from the back seat. For a single rear screen system, Pioneer recommends combining it with an AVR-W6100. For a multi-rear screen system, the CD-VS33 combined with Pioneers AVD-W6200 or AVD-W8000 make an unbeatable combination.

SE-IRM250

GEX-6100TVP
AVR-W6100 TV Control Cable AV Remote Cable
rear AV entertainment units
6.5-INCH WIDE-SCREEN LCD COLOUR DISPLAY FOR ROOF MOUNT
The AVR-W6100 is a dedicated roof mount screen that is designed to complement the DVH-P5000MP DVD/MP3 headunit or the SDV-P7 single DVD player in rear seat oriented AV systems. It has a 6.5-inch screen that flips down and swivels left and right for your comfort. Extra features abound, including a cordless headphone transmitter, remote control sensors and an optional TV Tuner. The optional AD-RM6100 trim ring is recommended for installation.
GEX-6100TVP OPTIONAL TV TUNER FOR AVR-W6100
The GEX-6100TVP is a PAL-only TV tuner designed to be used with Pioneers roof mount screen, the AVR-W6100. It has a single channel antenna and can be controlled via its remote control or with the buttons on the roof mount display.
IR HEADPHONES FOR AVR-W6100
These handy cordless headphones are optional with the AVR-W6100 roof mount screen. They feature volume control and noise mute. If they dont receive any input for 3 minutes, the convenient Auto Power function automatically turns them off.

AV SELECTOR

This AV Selector unit forms the centre point of a multi-screen rear seat entertainment system. It has 3 AV inputs and 3 outputs, so that each passenger can choose their own video source. Thanks to the frontmounted video output, you can easily connect a portable device, such as a camcorder or a game console. Movies, TV or games its all there. And think about this: rear passengers can connect individual headphones to the stereo mini-jacks and enjoy individual volume levels while the driver follows the navigation commands up front.

Atmospheric conditions and large physical obstructions can interfere with analogue signal reception. The DAB receiver simply does not recognise interference. Digital transmission is consistently pure and clean. In short, CD-quality sound.

MOSFET 50Wx4

SELECT

DEH-P7400MP

DAB CONTROL

6 BAND/ESC

Analogue Signal

DAB Signal

GEX-P700DAB HIDE-AWAY DAB TUNER
The GEX-P700DAB allows you to take your current headunit down the digital path. This hide-away DAB tuner delivers crystal-clear radio like never before. You will require the optional AN-70/75DAB DAB antenna* for DAB reception.
* AN-75DAB is not available in the UK.
for full features please see pages 100 101.
Stop dreaming of sonic perfection, start driving it. High-tech headunits take you down highways of unprecedented pleasure. Like MP3 and WMA theres an extensive choice of compatible models. Packed with digital wizardry, they keep fun going strong mile after mile. Go on. Fine-tune sound to your car and your taste. Pull in super-clear radio wherever you roam every new CD tuner now includes a D4Q digital AM/FM tuner. Even create your own dashing OEL animation. Take a minute to admire the cool elegance of the DEH-P77MP headunit. Then take off into real audio adventure.

p u r e

s o u n d t e m p t a t i o n

high power CD RDS tuners

Create Your Own OEL Animation with the Pioneer PC Link Kit
Now you can capture your favourite digital camera images (BMP, JPEG or PNG formats) or digital video movies (AVI format) on your PC and create OEL movies of up to 60 frames on your DEH-P9400MP MP3/WMA CD headunit*! The user-friendly PC Link Kit software allows you to edit and add special effects and text to the images. You can change the frame size, timing and sequencing to get it just the way you want it. Another option is to download ready-to-use background images, level indicators, movies and the PC Link Light software with fewer editing possibilities by clicking on the direct Internet link or by visiting www.pioneer.co.jp/car/pclink.
* Also available for the DEH-P900HDD Hard Disc Drive Headunit. (see page 26)

PC Link Kit

Network Mode/Standard Mode
When a system is being built around external amplifiers, DEH-P9400MP offers the possibility to set it up in one of two different configurations. In the Standard mode, the speakers are used in the traditional format with front, rear and subwoofer channels. In Network mode (see illustration), low-, mid- and high-frequency channels are used instead of front, rear and subwoofer channels. The cut-off frequency and the filter slope, level and phase can be adjusted for each channel.
HIGH - HPF 1.6 k 16 kHz - Slope -12/-6 dB/oct. - Level -24 to 0 dB - Phase Switch - Time Alignment (mm)

Auto EQ

Auto EQ is a powerful sound tuning feature which uses a microphone to evaluate the acoustics of your car. It then automatically adjusts the equalisation to optimise the performance. Simple, practical, yet highly effective, enabling maximum listening pleasure. A true Pioneer feature.
ASL (Automatic Sound Leveliser)
Compensating for additional noise outside, the Automatic Sound Leveliser uses signal processing to automatically and electronically adjust the internal volume and equalisation, so that the music always sounds right.
for full features please see page 100.
DEH-P8400MP WMA/MP3/CD RDS TUNER
This versatile headunit has everything in store to impress you. To start with, it is compatible with nearly all audio CD-related formats: pre-recorded CD, CD-R/RW, MP3 and even the increasingly popular WMA format. Its dual faceplate design offers you a choice between basic info, when the face is up, and OEL options when its down. Its a feast for the eyes, and operation is easier than ever before with the standard steering wheel remote. ASL ensures equal sound levels at all times, while the 3 Hi-Volt pre-outs guarantee an optimal performance in combination with external amplifiers.

Dual Faceplate Design

Heres a handy innovation from Pioneer. When the movable front panel with its stunning silver finish is closed, only the essential data appears on the display. When you want additional info or entertainment, its simply a matter of pushing a button. The motorised display will then slide open to reveal a larger OEL screen complete with 3-D animation. Thanks to Pioneer, you can now have it both ways!

Sound At Your Service

For highly convenient and safe driving, add the optional CD-VC60/65 voice control unit to be able to operate your headunit using highend speech technology. Use your voice to select your source, radio station, and even your preferred CD*. Your hands never have to leave the wheel!
* Only available with CD Text and Disc Title Memory capable headunits.
DEH-P7500MP WMA/MP3/CD RDS TUNER

Optional CD-SR100

This high-quality WMA/MP3/CD tuner blends performance with the latest technology. The first thing youll notice is its stunning OEL animated display. It gets personal when you create your own OEL animations with Pioneers OEL Screensaver Studio. And its so easy! Your in-car acoustics have never sounded this pure and perfect thanks to extra sound-enhancing features, like the 3 Hi-Volt pre-outs that let you add external amplifiers and speakers. At the touch of a button, fine-tune your sound using the EEQ+ equaliser (with LPF and HPF on-board network). And thanks to the multiple IP-Bus control, youll be able to build up a complete in-car multimedia system in a snap.
Do-it-yourself OEL Animation
Personalising your headunits animation with your own shots and films is a breeze, not to mention fun. With the new OEL Screensaver Studio software, its as simple as inserting a CD-ROM into your headunit. After downloading the OEL Screensaver Studio software from www.pioneer.co.jp/car/pclink2, collect your favourite digital camera images (BMP, JPEG or PNG formats) or digital video movies (AVI format) onto your computer. Via the super-easy OEL Screensaver Studio software, you can transform your pics and flicks into a masterpiece of special effects and animation. Youre able to edit the images and movies; add special effects and text; adjust the frame size, timing and sequence. Save your new design on a CD-R, slip it into your innovative DEH-P7500MP headunit and the files are automatically uploaded. Let the show begin!
Expand Your System with 3 Pre-outs
With the DEH-P7500MPs three Hi-Volt RCA pre-outs, you can easily add extra amplifiers and speakers to your in-car sound system. Whatever set-up you select, you are certain to enjoy crystal-clear, distortion-free sound output. One way to customise your system using the three pre-outs is shown below: a 4channel amplifier for the front and rear speakers as well as a bridged 2-channel amplifier for the subwoofer. Combining Pioneers EEQ+ with the HiVolt RCA pre-outs lets you create exactly the sound you want with the complete flexibility you require.

SYSTEM DIAGRAM

DEH-P7500MP TS-E175C TS-E175C

GM-X574

TS-E1795 GM-X972 Front RCA Pre-Out Rear RCA Pre-Out Subwoofer RCA Pre-Out TS-W121SPL

TS-E1795

DEH-P77MP

WMA/MP3/CD RDS TUNER

If design is your mantra, youll find yourself taking a second look at this elegant headunit. The ideal combination of function and form, this aluminium-plated CD tuner with a striking bright white dot matrix LED display features an ergonomic user interface designed for uncomplicated sound virtuosity. The DEH-P77MP has everything it takes to make a top in-car audio performer. Elements especially selected by Pioneer engineers for your listening pleasure include the legendary MOSFET 50 amplifier and D/A converters from the renowned Burr Brown company. High fidelity and high technology go hand in hand with Pioneers new D4Q tuner and WMA/MP3 compatibility as well as a specially designed equaliser system. Clearly, this headunit is the ultimate sonic image-maker.
Perfection in Function and Form
Often, the secret of great design is simplicity, and that is certainly abundant in Pioneers latest headunit, the DEH-P77MP. Seemingly bathed in understated elegance, the real aluminium front panel is complemented by a bright white dot matrix display for superb visibility. Its straightforward user interface and minimalist buttons dont require a lot of technical fuss to get functional. All in all, a very modern approach to high-quality in-car audio entertainment is unveiled.
Straightforward Functionality
Superior functionality has never been so effortless. You can tell just by looking at the DEH-P77MP. Its attractive yet practical dual rotary design is simply and clearly laid out. Just push and turn the ergonomically designed function controller to access all functions. Youll appreciate the quality feel of the volume control, reminiscent of a home hi-fi component. Not to mention the Wired Remote Input, which allows the DEH-P77MP to be used with the original remote control of many cars when connected via an optional interface kit. For an even further streamlined system.
Real aluminium front panel with bright white dot matrix display

Rotary encoder

Professional-quality Burr Brown 1-bit D/A Converters

With 24-bit resolution 1-bit D/A converters from the Burr Brown Corporation built into the DEH-P77MP, youll be overcome by superbly smooth, high fidelity sound. Responsible for a very wide dynamic range as well as an excellent signal-to-noise ratio, these components really set a quality standard. Other sound enhancing elements in the design include high-quality audio capacitors and a very low noise design.
Hook Up Exactly What You Want
The DEH-P77MP offers a plethora of connection possibilities to make this top-notch in-car audio experience even more impressive. The IP-Bus connection lets you control multiple sources, like a Multi-CD changer or a DAB tuner, from your headunit. Hook up four speakers for premium audio performance, thanks to the MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier, or alternatively use the Hi-Volt pre-outs to connect external amplifiers for even more powerful sound. And for that final touch, with the DEH-P77MPs Wired Remote Input, you can control your headunit by using the cars integrated steering wheel remote control*.
Front Seat Rear Seat IP-Bus Wired Remote Cable
OEM Hard-Wired Remote Control Hard-Wired Remote Control Adaptor*

TS-E175C

GEX-P700DAB

TS-E6995

* With optional hard-wired remote control adaptor.

CDX-P1270

highhigh power RDSRDS tuners power CD CD tuners

DEH-P6500R

CD RDS TUNER
Load up on high-end features. This CD RDS tuner offers an amazing amount of sound-enhancing technology, like EEQ+ with EQ-EX for one-touch accentuated sound curves, ASL (Auto Sound Leveliser) to compensate for exterior road noise and D4Q technology for optimised crisp AM/FM reception even under very demanding reception conditions. Talking functionality, the Direct Key Operation mode on the high-quality OEL display guides you through the various key functions at the touch of a button. Multimedia ready options include multiple IP-Bus control for a DAB tuner, DVD player or even TV tuner to complete your total in-car entertainment system.

Dazzling Moving Graphics

Pioneers OEL display is certainly a bright star. This dynamic display includes multiple entertainment features like exciting screensaver images as well as other unique 3-D visuals. The displays smart functionality lets you control and confirm operating information at a glance. Dont forget comprehensive control, high contrast and brightness even in direct sunlight, and wide viewing angles. OEL displays are a great way to add a bit of magic to your in-car entertainment!

DAB Control

Pioneer products with P-Bus connectivity offer 2 levels of DAB control Full control and External (EXT) control for enjoying pure CD-quality sound digital radio.

For effortless hands-free phoning, all you have to do is plug a standard mini-jack cable connection from your hands-free car kit speaker out socket into the system*. Calls will come directly through the main speakers and the sound source will mute to TEL. When you are finished with your call, the system automatically switches back to the source playing before.
* Note: Not all hands-free kits have a mini-jack output. Please consult your local car audio dealer.
Also available as DEH-P5500MP with green button illumination.
Win-Win Audio with WMA (Windows Media Audio)
An upcoming acronym in in-car entertainment today is WMA the music compression format developed by Microsoft. It uses the latest coding technologies to compress an original audio track, minimising file sizes while maintaining good audio quality even at rates as low as 64 Kb/sec. In subjective testing, it is widely agreed that at low bit rates, WMA offers better sound quality than MP3 recorded at the same data rates. This means that WMA allows you to put more files of a certain sound quality on a CD, or to put the same number of files but of a higher sound quality compared to MP3. It is also expected that the distribution of WMA format files over the Internet will become increasingly popular. Pioneers WMA products support all standard compression rates (48 Kbps ~ 192 Kbps) as well as the WMA text format*. Those familiar with WMA will be pleased to discover that Pioneers new WMA headunits** come equipped with a new CD mechanism that enhances the convenience of WMA playback. A double-speed CD player speeds up track access; extra-fast access to the disc is possible simply by turning off the WMA Text function. Play order is improved so that the tracks are played in a more logical order, folder by folder. Additionally, file navigation is enhanced so you can find the track you want to listen to more easily. Rough Search allows skipping ahead or back 10 files in a folder. On the DEH-P7500MP, Folder Search allows navigation among different folders, without having to stop playing the current track. Moreover, Pioneers new WMA players* support WMA Ver. 8 features on Series 9 recorded files, but do not support the Lossless Audio Format, VBR files or other new Series 9 features.

* Pioneer WMA/MP3 players do not support files written in Packet mode (UDF format). ** DEH-P77MP, DEH-P7500MP, DEH-P5500MP and DEH-P5530MP.

DEH-P4500R

A flash of inspiration for faultless sound, this powerful, multifunctional CD RDS tuner offers perfect control of your in-car sound system. Awe-inspiring sound is guaranteed with EEQ+ precision tuning. Its LPF/HPF, combined with the two RCA pre-outs, allows you to custom-tune your speakers and amps. EQ-EX, a one-touch button that instantly expands the EQ curve, brings an extra dimension to your sound control. Enjoy automatic crystal-clear radio reception thanks to the D4Q digital tuner and use the multiple IP-Bus control to add on a DVD player, TV tuner or multi-CD changer. The pop-out rotary volume on the multi-colour display and handy Disc Title Memory complete the look of this must-have unit.
Technology That Goes Your Way
Pioneers EEQ Plus system gives you all the tools: a 3-band programmable parametric equaliser for each possible source for precision sound tuning in your cars interior and a Low Pass Filter (LPF) and High Pass Filter (HPF) for exact low- and high-frequency control. For easy adjustment, you can count on the five factory preset equalisation curves and three Loudness modes. With EEQ Plus, youll be able to experience your kind of incar sound like never before.
EQ-EX Extra Accent for EEQ
Give your equaliser settings a boost with EQ-EX (Equaliser Expansion). Just press the EQ-EX button to expand your current preset EEQ curve. The characteristics of each curve are enhanced, giving a more dramatic effect and a new edge to your music. EEQ POWERFUL MODE
15 EEQ + EQ-EX 10 Gain (dB) 5 EEQ 0 -100 1,000 Frequency (Hz) 10,000 100,000

Just a Touch

The pop-out rotary volume control is a neat Pioneer design element that makes these headunits stand out. Just press and pop the button out to crank up the volume. Press it back into place to return to your smooth stylish panel.
Create Your Own Live Concert
SFEQ lets you control bass and treble settings for the front and rear independently. This way you can design your complete car sound so that your vocals are front stage to produce as natural as possible effects. SFEQ lets you blend the perfect sound combo for your preferred sound experience.

Control at a Fingertip

Keeping your eyes on the road is easy with the optional Pioneer steering remote control. Mount the unit right on your steering wheel and control your audio system at a fingertip. Several Pioneer headunit models* come equipped with a standard remote control.

Also available as DEH-P2530R with red button illumination.
Also available as DEH-P2500RB with blue-colour display and red button illumination.

Take TV On the Road

Cant miss your TV programmes if youre away from home? Why not add on a TV tuner and screen so you and your passengers can enjoy your favourite TV programmes in the car? Pioneer headunits with IP-Bus connectivity can control a hide-away TV tuner. Just another simple solution for entertainment-to-go.
Add an Amp, Boost Your Sound
If youd like to customise your sound with separate amplification, the RCA pre-out provides easy connection to an outboard amplifier. In this system set-up, the amplifier drives a subwoofer, for increased power handling and booming bass. The front and rear speakers are hooked up directly to the headunit. So simple, yet it delivers increased power handling and all-around enhanced audio quality.

Unrivalled Sound Quality

MOSFET amplifiers are recognised by audiophiles as offering unsurpassed audio quality. MOSFET amplifiers offer extremely high linearity and practically eliminate distortion, resulting in a second-to-none performance. Pioneers MOSFET 50 offers this unrivalled level of performance, while pumping out an impressive 4 x 50 W of power.

DEH-P2500R *

TS-A171C

POWER THD+n

10,000 GM-X972 1,000 0.100 0.010 MOSFET 50 0.001 0.1 1.0 10.0 100.0 Front speakers Rear speakers Subwoofer RCA Pre-Out
* Not available for KEH-1032 and KEH-1033.
Conventional TS-A6920 TS-A6920
Thanks to this very flat gain curve, the audio distortion from the MOSFET Amps is a fraction of that from Bipolar Amps.

TS-W305C

DEH-1500R
This attractive and affordable unit plays both CD-R and CD-RW, so you can enjoy your favourite collections in-car. If you prefer the radio during your journey, youll certainly appreciate the D4Q digital AM/FM tuner that makes sure radio reception is crisp and clear. Your sound system comes complete with EEQ for Pioneer quality sound and 4 x 45 W output power to crank up the volume. The EEQ Equaliser System offers 5 factory preset modes and 1 custom mode to cater to each individually tuned taste.
Also available as DEH-1530R with red button illumination.
Your Sound Design at the Touch of a Button
EEQ is handy technology that helps you effortlessly customise your sound like never before. Just select the EQ button for the optimal sound setting in your car. EEQ includes a host of audio features: 5 factory preset equalisation curves, 3-band parametric or programmable equaliser, 3-mode loudness and/or 3-mode front image enhancer.

Also available as KEH-P2033R with red illumination.

KEH-1032

CASSETTE TUNER
This basic cassette unit is fitted with Pioneer technology like BTB (Bass Treble Boost) sound tuning for powerful Bass and Treble settings. Youre guaranteed high sound quality with the 4 x 40 W amplifier, and the SLA (Source Level Adjuster) keeps volume for all audio sources at the same level. Basic cassette functions and fine sound, not to mention Pioneer quality. You cant go wrong!
Extra Sound Tuning with BTB
BTB (Bass Treble Boost) sound tuning is a simple, yet effective, sound customisation function. Just one push of the button allows you to switch between 3 preset equalisation curves that boost both the bass and the high-range frequencies. Now its easier than ever before to tune the system to your preferred sound taste.

BTB button

Also available as KEH-1033 with red illumination.
high power double-DIN tuner

FH-P4100R

DOUBLE-DIN CASSETTE/CD RDS TUNER
If you are looking for great sound combined with a perfect double-DIN fit, you will be stunned by the performance of Pioneers FH-P4100R Cassette/CD RDS tuner. This headunit has built-in full audio DSP with a 9-band graphic equaliser for truly optimum sound, and it can be controlled by the optional remote. The buttons on the unit are illuminated in red to match VW cars with a 2-DIN provision. Added benefit: a detachable front panel for anti-theft security.
Please note that special double-DIN mounting kits are available for several car models: ADT-OP150 for Opel, ADT-MB140 for Mercedes and ADT-VA132 for Volkswagen.
Sound, Just the Way You Like It
Pioneers Digital Signal Processing technology corrects imperfect interior listening conditions that can impede sound quality, such as the tight, irregular shaped space inside a car and driving noise. DSP also offers superior control of acoustic characteristics with fine-tuning that ensures youll get a personalised balance of high-, low-, and mid-frequency ranges. Built-in DSP improves the sound of all your audio sources, while Source EQ Memory effortlessly recalls the tone settings for each individual audio source. And to create the best playback characteristics for rock, pop, and other types of music, there are five preset equalisation curves and four sound field settings: Jazz, Concert Hall, Studio and Stadium. The Digital Listening Position Selector automatically adjusts the sound field and stereo image to optimal levels for each of the four preset seating positions in the car so theres no need for adjustments when you want to recreate the acoustics of a concert venue. Digital Sound Field Control (SFC) applies varying degrees of reverberation and echo to enhance the ambience of the music while BBE helps music to recover its natural articulation by adjusting the speed of the sound waves, adding delay to lower frequencies and slightly boosting the high range.