Multi-CD control DSP High power CD/MD player with FM/AM tuner

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Owners Manual Operation Manual

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FH-P8900MD DEH-P9100R

Manual de Operacin

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Contents

Key Finder.. 3 Before Using This Product. 4
About this manual... 4 Precaution... 4 Playback of MDs featuring long recordings. 4 Resetting the microprocessor.. 5 About the demo mode.. 5 About basic displays.. 5 Remote controller and care.. 6 Using the remote controller.. 7

Built-in CD Player.. 15

Display and indicators.. 15 Basic operation.. 15 Switching and scrolling the title.. 16 Built-in CD player function menu.. 16 Repeating play.. 16 Playing tracks in random order. 17 Scanning tracks of a CD.. 17 Selecting tracks from the track title list. 17 Pausing CD playback.. 18 Entering disc titles.. 18

Basic Operation. 8

Turning a source on or off.. 8 Setting the display angle. 8 SOFT KEY operation.. 9 Key guidance indicator. 11 PGM button functions..11

Built-in MD Player.. 19

Display and indicators.. 19 Basic operation.. 19 Switching and scrolling the title.. 20 Built-in MD player function menu.. 20 Repeating play.. 20 Playing tracks in random order. 21 Scanning tracks of an MD.. 21 Selecting tracks from the track title list. 21 Pausing MD playback.. 22

Tuner.. 12

Display and indicators.. 12 Basic operation.. 12 Storing and recalling broadcast stations.. 13 Tuner function menu.. 13 Storing the strongest broadcast stations.. 13 Selecting stations from the preset channel list.. 14 Tuning in strong signals.. 14

Multi-CD Player. 23

Display and indicators.. 23 50-disc multi-CD player. 23 Basic operation.. 23 Selecting a disc directly. 23 Switching and scrolling the title.. 24 Multi-CD player function menu. 24 Repeating play.. 24 Playing tracks in random order. 25 Scanning CDs and tracks.. 25 Selecting tracks from the track title list. 25 Selecting discs from the disc title list. 26 Pausing CD playback.. 26 Entering disc titles.. 26 Using compression and dynamic bass emphasis.. 27 Using ITS memory.. 27

TV Tuner.. 29

Display and indicators.. 29 Basic operation.. 29 Storing and recalling broadcast stations.. 29 Changing a band... 30 TV tuner function menu. 30 Selecting channels from the preset channel list.. 30
Initial Settings. 40 ENGLISH
Initial settings menu.. 40 Using reverse mode.. 40 Using the feature demo. 40 Switching the auxiliary setting. 40 Switching the telephone muting/attenuation setting.. 41 Setting preout output.. 41 Setting the FM tuning step.. 41 Setting the AM tuning step.. 41

Audio Adjustments.. 31

Adjusting the audio easily.. 31 Adjusting the audio finely.. 31 Extra functions.. 31 Recalling equalizer curves.. 31 Audio menu.. 32 Using balance adjustment.. 32 Using loudness.. 32 Using sound field control, octaver and BBE sound... 32 Adjusting equalizer curves.. 33 Adjusting 13-band graphic equalizer. 33 Using position selector. 34 Using time alignment.. 35 Using subwoofer output.. 35 Using the high pass filter.. 36 Adjusting source levels. 37 Using the auto-equalizer.. 37 Switching the digital attenuator. 37 Creating the auto-equalizer curve.. 37
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Other Functions. 42

Attenuating volume.. 42 Displaying and setting the clock.. 42 Changing the display form.. 43 Adjusting the brightness.. 43 Switching the dimmer setting. 43 Selecting the wall paper pattern.. 43 Setting the entertainment display.. 43 Using the AUX source.. 44
Additional Information. 45
CD player and care.. 45 MD player and care.. 46 Understanding built-in CD player error messages.. 47 Understanding built-in MD player error messages.. 47 Understanding auto-equalizing error messages.. 48 Connecting the units.. 49 Installation... 53 Specifications.. 55

Key Finder

Head unit
MD EJECT button Multi-function buttons CD EJECT button
ANGLE buttons BAND button

BACK button PGM button

NEXT button
VOLUME 5//2/3 buttons SOURCE selector RESET button

Remote Controller

A remote controller that enables remote operation of the head unit is supplied. Operation is the same as when using buttons on the head unit. ATT button This lets you quickly lower volume level (by about 90%). Press once more to return to the original volume level. VOLUME Raise or lower the volume BAND button PGM button

5/ buttons

FUNCTION button

AUDIO button 2/3 buttons

SOURCE button
Before Using This Product

About this manual

This product features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and operation. All are designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory. This operation manual is intended to help you benefit fully from their 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 use this product. It is especially important that you read and observe the Precaution on this page and in other sections. This manual explains head unit operation. You can perform the same operations with the remote controller.

Precaution

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.

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CAUTION:
Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible. Protect the product from moisture. If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed. Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

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Playback of MDs featuring long

recordings

This product is MDLP* compatible, so you can playback MDs featuring long recordings. * MDLP is a data compression system that lets you record on regular MDs for 2 or 4 times the length of time previously possible.

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Resetting the microprocessor
The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions: When using this product for the first time after installation. When the machine fails to operate properly. When strange (incorrect) messages appear on the display. To reset the microprocessor, press RESET on the head unit with a pen tip or other pointed instrument.
Note: The red lead (ACC) of this product should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch ON or OFF operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained. When the source is off, you can check the location of 5 and 6 by turnig on the feature demo.

About basic displays

This product is equipped with two forms of basic display. You can select the desired display.

FORM 1

About the demo mode
This product features two demonstration modes. One is the reverse mode and the other is the feature demo mode.

FORM 2

Reverse mode
If you do not carry out an operation within about 30 seconds, screen indications will start to reverse, and then continue reversing every 10 seconds. Pressing the button 5 when power to this product is switched off while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON cancels the reverse mode. Press the button 5 again to start the reverse mode. Note: For details, refer to Changing the display form on page 43.

Feature demo

The feature demo automatically starts when power to this product is switched off while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON. Pressing the button 6 during feature demo operation cancels the feature demo mode. Press the button 6 again to start the feature demo mode. Remember that if the feature demo continues operating when the car engine is switched OFF, it may drain battery power.
Remote controller and care

Batteries

Remove the cover on the back of the remote controller and insert the batteries with the (+) and () poles pointing in the proper direction.

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Precaution: Use only AAA or IEC R03 1.5 V batteries. Remove the batteries if the remote controller is not used for a month or longer. Do not attempt to recharge the supplied batteries. Do not mix new and used batteries. If the event of battery leakage, wipe the remote controller completely clean and install new batteries. When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institutions rules that apply in your country/area.
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Using the remote controller

e qSource name wTrack number eDisc title rPlay time tTrack title
The built-in CD player plays one standard 12 cm or 8 cm (single) CD at a time. Do not use an adapter when playing an 8 cm CD. 1. Press CD EJECT to open the front panel. 2. Insert a CD into the CD loading slot. CD loading slot
When a CD is inserted, the front panel closes automatically.
Switching and scrolling the title
When playing a CD TEXT disc, you can switch text display such as artist name and track title. With text longer than 32 letters, you can scroll to see the rest of the text. 1. Press TITLE to switch the title mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to display the desired title.
Built-in CD player function menu
The built-in CD player function menu has the following functions:
Button D.TTL D.ART T.TTL T.ART THNDR Operation Displays disc title. Displays disc artist name. Displays track title. Displays track artist name. Displays thunderbolt animation.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. (When you select the disc title input mode (TTLin), the display is not returned automatically.) T.LIST is displayed only when playing a CD TEXT disc.

Repeating play

Repeat play lets you hear the same track over again. 1. Press FUNC to select the repeat mode. 2. Press RPT to turn the repeat play on.
SCROLL Scrolls the displayed title.
Button TTL1 TTL2 TTL3 Operation Displays disc title and track title. Displays disc title and disc artist name. Displays track title and track artist name.
The light illuminates. The track currently playing will play and then repeat. Press RPT again to turn repeat play off. When the repeat mode is exited while repeat play is on, T.RPT appears on the basic display. Note: If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse, repeat play is automatically canceled.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about eight seconds, the display is automatically returned. You cannot use 2 or 3 to select a track in title mode. When you select the display form 2, the titles are displayed up to 24 letters long. A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as disc title, artist name and track title. If certain text information is not recorded on a CD TEXT disc, No ~ (e.g., No title) is displayed. If you have not input disc titles, No title is displayed.

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Playing tracks in random order
Random play lets you play back tracks on the CD in random order. 1. Press FUNC and then press RDM to select the random mode. 2. Press RDM to turn random play on. The light illuminates. Tracks will play in random order. Press RDM again to turn random play off. When the random mode is exited while random play is on, RDM appears on the basic display.
Selecting tracks from the track

title list

The track title list lets you see the list of track titles on a CD TEXT disc and select one of them for playback. 1. Press FUNC and then press T.LIST to select the track title list mode. 2. Press NEXT to display the desired track title. Press NEXT until the desired track title appears.

Scanning tracks of a CD

Scan play lets you hear the first 10 seconds of each track on the CD. 1. Press FUNC and then press SCAN to select the scan mode. 2. Press SCAN to turn scan play on. The light illuminates. The first 10 seconds of each track are played. When the scan mode is exited while scan play is on, SCAN appears on the basic display. 3. When you find the desired track, press SCAN to turn scan play off. The light goes off. The track will continue to play. If the scan mode is automatically canceled, select the scan mode again. Note: After scanning of a CD is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again. 3. Press the corresponding number button to select the desired track title. That selection will begin to play. Note: You can also use 2, 3 and 5 to select and play the desired track title. Only when playing a CD TEXT disc, you can switch to this mode.

Pausing CD playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop playback of the CD. 1. Press FUNC and then press PAUSE to select the pause mode. 2. Press PAUSE to turn the pause on. The light illuminates. Play of the current track pauses. Press PAUSE again to turn the pause off. When the pause mode is exited while pause is on, PAUSE is displayed in the basic display. Note: You can also turn pause on or off by pressing PAUSE in the following display.

When playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player, you can switch text display such as artist name and track title. With text longer than 32 letters, you can scroll to see the rest of the text. 1. Press TITLE to switch the title mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to display the desired title.
Multi-CD player function menu
The multi-CD player function menu has the following functions:
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. (When you select the disc title input mode (TTLin) or ITS memory mode (ITS.M), the display is not returned automatically.) T.LIST is displayed only when playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player.
There are three repeat play ranges for the multi-CD player: one-track repeat, disc repeat and multi-CD player repeat. 1. Press FUNC to select the repeat mode.
2. Press RPT to select the repeat range. Press RPT repeatedly to switch between the following repeat ranges: Magazine repeat (multi-CD player repeat) = Track repeat (one-track repeat) = Disc repeat (disc repeat) When the repeat mode is exited, either T.RPT or D.RPT may appear on the basic display. T.RPT appears while the one-track repeat is selected. D.RPT appears while the disc repeat is selected. Note: If you select other discs during repeat play, the repeat range changes to multi-CD player repeat. If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse during one-track repeat, the repeat range changes to disc repeat.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about eight seconds, the display is automatically returned. You cannot use 5//2/3 to select a disc or track in title mode. When you select the display form 2, the titles are displayed up to 24 letters long. A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as disc title, artist name and track title. If certain text information is not recorded on a CD TEXT disc, No ~ (e.g., No title) is displayed. If you have not input disc titles, No title is displayed.

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Random play lets you play back tracks in random order within the repeat range: multi-CD player repeat and disc repeat. 1. Select the repeat range. Refer to Repeating play on page 24. 2. Press FUNC and then press RDM to select the random mode. 3. Press RDM to turn random play on. The light illuminates. Tracks will play in random order within the selected repeat range. Press RDM again to turn random play off. When the random mode is exited while random play is on, RDM appears on the basic display. Note: If you turn random play on during one-track repeat, the repeat range changes to disc repeat.

The preset channel list lets you see the list of preset channels and select one of them to receive. 1. Press FUNC and then press chLIST to select the preset channel list mode.
2. Press NEXT to switch between and 7 12.

Changing a band

Press BAND to select the desired band. Press BAND repeatedly to switch between the following bands: TV 1 = TV 2 3. Press any of the buttons (7 12) to recall the desired channel. Note: You can also use 2, 3 and 5 to select and recall the desired channel.

TV tuner function menu

The TV tuner function menu has the following functions: q w
q BSSM (best stations sequential memory)
Press BSSM repeatedly to turn BSSM on or off. When finished, the display switches to the preset channel list mode.
w chLIST (preset channel list)
For operation of the preset channel list, refer to Selecting channels from the preset channel list on this page. Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. You can also turn BSSM off by pressing PGM.

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Audio Adjustments
Adjusting the audio easily
The following functions let you easily adjust your audio system to match the car interior acoustic characteristics which vary depending on the type of car. Recalling equalizer curves (EEQ) Using position selector (POSI) Using time alignment (T.AL1) Adjusting equalizer curves (EQ1)
Recalling equalizer curves
The graphic equalizer lets you adjust equalization to match the car interior acoustic characteristics as desired. There are seven stored equalizer curves which you can easily recall at any time. 1. Press EEQ to switch to the easy equalizer mode. 2. Press NEXT to switch between CSTM2 and the other selections (curves). 3. Press the corresponding button to select the desired equalizer curve. Button S.BASS PWRFL NATRL VOCAL FLAT CSTM1 CSTM2 Equalizer curve Super bass Powerful Natural Vocal Flat Custom1 Custom2
Adjusting the audio finely
By carrying out the following settings/adjustments in order, you can create a finely-tuned sound field effortlessly. Using position selector (POSI) Using time alignment (T.AL1) Adjusting time alignment (T.AL2) Using subwoofer output (SW1) Adjusting subwoofer settings (SW2) Setting the high pass filter for front speakers (HPF F) Setting the high pass filter for rear speakers (HPF R) Using balance adjustment (F/B) Creating the auto-equalizer curve (A.EQ) Recalling equalizer curves (EEQ) Adjusting equalizer curves (EQ1) Adjusting 13-band graphic equalizer (EQ2)

Using balance adjustment

You can select a fader/balance setting that provides an ideal listening environment in all occupied seats. 1. Press AUDIO to select the fader/balance mode. 2. Press 5 or to adjust front/rear speaker balance. Each press of 5 or moves the front/rear speaker balance towards the front or the rear. FADER F25 FADER R25 is displayed as the front/rear speaker balance moves from front to rear. FADER FR00 is the proper setting when only two speakers are used.

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Recalling sound field programs
1. Press AUDIO and then press SFC to select the sound field control mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to select the desired sound field program. Button STUDIO CLUB HALL DOME OCT BBE Effect Studio Club Concert hall Dome Octaver 1 and 2 BBE
Adjusting equalizer curves
The factory supplied equalizer curves, with the exception of FLAT, can be adjusted to a fine degree (nuance control). 1. Press AUDIO and then press EQ1 to select the graphic equalizer mode. 2. Press 5 or to adjust the equalizer curve. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the equalizer curve respectively. +(or 6) is displayed as the equalizer curve is increased or decreased. Note: The actual range of the adjustment differs depending on which equalizer curve is selected. The equalizer curve with all frequencies set to 0 cannot be adjusted. You can use 2 and 3 to select the desired equalizer curve.
Press the same button again to cancel the selected sound field program.
Switching the octaver setting
You can switch the octaver setting. OCTAVER2 has a stronger effect OCTAVER1. 1. Press AUDIO and SFC and then press OCT to select octaver. 2. Press 5 or to switch the octaver setting. Each press of 5 or switches the octaver setting between 1 and 2.
Adjusting 13-band graphic equalizer
For CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 equalizer curves, you can adjust the level of each band. A separate CUSTOM1 curve can be created for each source. (The built-in CD and the multi-CD players are set to the same equalizer adjustment setting automatically.) If you make adjustments when a curve other than CUSTOM2 is selected, the equalizer curve settings will be memorized in CUSTOM1. A CUSTOM2 curve can be created common to all sources. If you make adjustments when the CUSTOM2 curve is selected, the CUSTOM2 curve will be updated.

Adjusting BBE sound level
For BBE sound processing technology, you can adjust the level of BBE. 1. Press AUDIO and SFC and then press BBE to select BBE. 2. Press 5 or to adjust the level of BBE. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of BBE. +is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.
1. Recall the equalizer curve you want to adjust. Refer to Recalling equalizer curves on page 31. 2. Press AUDIO and then press EQ2 to select the 13-band graphic equalizer mode. 3. Press 2 or 3 to select the equalizer band to be adjusted. Each press of 2 or 3 selects equalizer bands in the following order: 800 1.25k 2k 3.15k 5k 8k 12.5k (Hz) 4. Press 5 or to adjust the level of the equalizer band. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of the equalizer band. +is displayed as the level is increased or decreased. You can then select another band and adjust the level.

Using position selector

One way to assure a more natural sound is to clearly position the stereo image, putting you right in the center of the sound field. The position selector function lets you automatically adjust the speakers output levels and inserts a delay time to match the number and position of occupied seats. The result is a natural sound regardless of where you are seated. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press POSI to select the position selector mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to select a listening position. Button FL FR FRONT ALL Position Front seat left Front seat right Front seats All seats
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Press the same button again to cancel the selected listening position. Note: You can also use 5, , 2 or 3 to select the listening position. Button 5 Position Front seat left Front seat right Front seats All seats

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Using time alignment
The time alignment lets you adjust the distance between each speaker and the listening position to match the type of car. There are five types of car stored which you can easily recall at any time. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press T.AL1 to select the time alignment mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to select the type of car. Button SEDAN WAGON M.VAN SUV CUSTM Type of car Sedan Wagon Mini van Sports utility vehicle Custom

When the subwoofer output is on, you can adjust the cut-off frequency and the output level of the subwoofer. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press SW2 to select the subwoofer setting mode. 2. Press 2 or 3 to select the cut-off frequency. Each press of 2 or 3 selects cut-off frequencies in the following order: 125 (Hz) 3. Press 5 or to adjust the output level of the subwoofer. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of the subwoofer. +is displayed as the level is increased or decreased. Note: SW2 is not displayed when the subwoofer output is off in the subwoofer output mode (SW1). In this case, this mode is inactive.
3. Press 2 or 3 to select a high pass filter range. Each press of 2 or 3 selects frequencies in the following order: 125 (Hz)
Setting the high pass filter for rear speakers
1. Press AUDIO and then press NEXT twice. 2. Press HPF R to select the high pass filter mode. 3. Press HPF R to turn the high pass filter on. HPF ON appears in the display. Press HPF R again to turn the high pass filter off. 4. Press 2 or 3 to select a high pass filter range. Each press of 2 or 3 selects frequencies in the following order: 125 (Hz)
Using the high pass filter
When the subwoofer is connected and you do not want low sound to play from the front or rear speakers, turn the high pass filter on. Only frequencies higher than those in the selected range will be output from the front or rear speakers.
Setting the high pass filter for front speakers
1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press HPF F to select the high pass filter mode. 2. Press HPF F to turn the high pass filter on. HPF ON appears in the display. Press HPF F again to turn the high pass filter off.

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Adjusting source levels
SLA (source level adjustment) lets you adjust the volume level of each source to prevent radical changes in volume when switching between sources. Settings are based on the FM tuner volume level, which remains unchanged. 1. Compare the FM tuner volume level with the level of the source you want to adjust (e.g., built-in CD player). 2. Press AUDIO and then press NEXT twice. 3. Press SLA to select the SLA mode. 4. Press 5 or to adjust the source volume. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the source volume. +is displayed as the source volume is increased or decreased. Note: Since the FM tuner volume is the control, it is not possible to apply source level adjustments to the FM tuner. The AM tuner volume level can also be adjusted using source level adjustment. The built-in CD and the multi-CD players are both set to the same source level adjustment volume automatically.

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Other Settings Initial Functions

Attenuating volume

The attenuator lets you lower the volume level quickly (by about 90%). Press ATT to turn the attenuator on. ATT appears in the display. Press ATT again to turn the attenuator off and return to the original volume level.

Setting the date

The calender display adjusted in this mode appears only when sources and the feature demo are off. 1. Press NEXT to display CLK. Press NEXT until CLK appears. 2. Press CLK and then press DATE to set the date.
Displaying and setting the clock
You can turn the time display on or off and set the time.
3. Press 2 or 3 to switch between day, month and year. 4. Press 5 or to correct the date. Pressing 5 advances the day, month or year. Pressing turns back the day, month or year.
Setting the time display on or off
1. Press NEXT to display CLK. Press NEXT until CLK appears. 2. Press CLK and then press ON/OFF to turn the time display on. The light illuminates. When the time display is turned on, TIME, DATE and JUST appear simultaneously. Press ON/OFF again to turn the time display off. If you press BAND and exit the calendar and time mode, the time display will appear instead of the source name.

Setting the time

1. Press NEXT to display CLK. Press NEXT until CLK appears. 2. Press CLK and then press TIME to set the time. 3. Press 2 or 3 to switch between hour and minute. 4. Press 5 or to adjust the time. Pressing 5 advances the hour or minute. Pressing turns back the hour or minute.
Matching the time to a time signal
Time display Note: If you do not operate the function within about 60 seconds, the display is automatically returned. 1. Press NEXT to display CLK.
Press NEXT until CLK appears. 2. Press CLK and then press JUST to match the time to a time signal. If the minute is 00 29, the minutes are rounded down. (e.g., 10:18 becomes 10:00.) If the minute is 30 59, the minutes are rounded up. (e.g., 10:36 becomes 11:00.) Note: During date adjustment, JUST is not displayed.

Off clock display

When the time display is turned on, the calendar display appears with the time display when sources and the feature demo are off.

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Other Functions
Changing the display form
This product is equipped with two basic displays. You can select the desired display. 1. Press NEXT to display C.MENU. Press NEXT until C.MENU appears. 2. Press C.MENU and then press D.FORM to select the display form mode. 3. Press either FORM 1 or FORM 2 to select the desired display form.
1. Press NEXT to display C.MENU. Press NEXT until C.MENU appears. 2. Press C.MENU and then press PTRN to select the wall paper pattern mode. 3. Press any of the buttons A C to select the desired pattern.

Setting the entertainment display
You can change the display to the movie screens, the spectrum analyzer displays, etc., while listening to any source.

Adjusting the brightness

Display brightness adjustment lets you adjust the display for easier viewing when lighting conditions change. 1. Press NEXT to display C.MENU. Press NEXT until C.MENU appears. 2. Press C.MENU and then press BRGHT to select the brightness mode. 3. Press 2 or 3 to adjust the brightness. Each press of 2 or 3 increases or decreases the brightness. is displayed as the brightness is increased or decreased.

Setting the movie screen

There are two stored movie screens to select from. 1. Press ENT and then press MOVIE to select the movie mode. 2. Press any of the buttons MOVIE1, MOVIE2 or ALL to select the desired movie. When you press ALL, you can display movies 1 and 2 sequentially. Note: The movie screen will disappear temporarily when you perform other operations, but will be displayed again after three seconds.
Switching the dimmer setting
To prevent the display from being too bright at night, the display is automatically dimmed when the cars headlights are turned on. You can switch the dimmer on or off. 1. Press NEXT to display C.MENU. Press NEXT until C.MENU appears. 2. Press C.MENU and then press DMMER to select the dimmer mode. 3. Press DMMER to turn the dimmer on. ON appears on the display. Press DMMER again to turn the dimmer off.
Setting the spectrum analyzer display
There are two stored spectrum analyzer displays to select from. 1. Press ENT and then press S/A to select the spectrum analyzer mode. 2. Press S/A1 or S/A2 to select the desired spectrum analyzer. Note: The spectrum analyzer display will disappear temporarily when you perform other operations, but will be displayed again after three seconds.
Selecting the wall paper pattern
The wall paper pattern is only for display form 2 FORM 2, and there are three patterns to choose from. When you select FORM 1, PTRN is not displayed and this mode is inactive.
Setting the background visual
The background visuals are only for display form 1 FORM 1. There are five stored background visuals to select from. When you select FORM 2, BG is not displayed and this mode is inactive.

Confirm that the speakers are connected correctly. Correct the input level setting of the power amp connected to the speakers. Set the microphone correctly. Stop your car in a place that is as quite as possible, and switch off the engine, air conditioner or heater. Set the microphone correctly.

ERROR CHECK SYSTEM

The surrounding noise level is too high.
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Connecting the units

Note: This unit is for vehicles with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding. Before installing it in a recreational vehicle, truck or bus, check the battery voltage. To avoid shorts in the electrical system, be sure to disconnect the battery cable before beginning installation. Refer to the owners manual for details on connecting the power amp and other units, then make connections correctly. Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhesive tape. To protect the wiring, wrap adhesive tape around them where they lie against metal parts. Route and secure all wiring so it cannot touch any moving parts, such as the gear shift, handbrake and seat rails. Do not route wiring in places that get hot, such as near the heater outlet. If the insulation of the wiring melts or gets torn, there is a danger of the wiring short-circuiting to the vehicle body. Dont pass the yellow lead through a hole into the engine compartment to connect to the battery. This will damage the lead insulation and cause a very dangerous short. Do not shorten any leads. If you do, the protection circuit may fail to work when it should. Never feed power to other equipment by cutting the insulation of the power supply lead of the unit and tapping into the lead. The current capacity of the lead will be exceeded, causing overheating. When replacing fuse, be sure to use only fuse of the rating prescribed on the fuse holder. Since a unique BPTL circuit is employed, never wire so the speaker leads are directly grounded or the left and right speaker leads are common. The black lead is ground. Please ground this lead separately from the ground of high-current products such as power amps. If you ground the products together and the ground becomes detached, there is a risk of damage to the products or fire. If the RCA pin jack on the unit will not be used, do not remove the caps attached to the end of the connector. Speakers connected to this unit must be highpower types with minimum rating of 50 W and impedance of 4 to 8 ohms. Connecting speakers with output and/or impedance values other than those noted here may result in the speakers catching fire, emitting smoke, or becoming damaged. When an external power amp is being used with this system, be sure not to connect the blue/white lead to the amps power terminal. Likewise, do not connect the blue lead to the power terminal of the auto-antenna. Such connection could cause excessive current drain and malfunction. To prevent incorrect connection, the input side of the IP-BUS connector is blue, and the output side is black. Connect the connectors of the same colors correctly.

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Attenuating volume.. 47 Displaying and setting the clock.. 47 Changing the display form.. 48 Adjusting the brightness.. 48 Switching the dimmer setting. 48 Selecting the wall paper pattern.. 48 Setting the entertainment display.. 48 Using the AUX source.. 50 Using the telephone muting/attenuation.. 50
Additional Information. 51
CD player and care.. 51 MP3 and WMA files.. 52 Understanding built-in CD player error messages.. 54 Understanding auto-equalizing error messages.. 54 Terms.. 55 Specifications.. 57 DSP adjustment value record sheet. 58
Initial Settings. 44 FRANAIS
Initial settings menu.. 44 Using reverse mode.. 44 Using the feature demo. 44 Switching the auxiliary setting. 44 Switching the telephone muting/attenuation setting.. 45 Setting the FM tuning step.. 45 Setting the AM tuning step.. 45 Setting the warning tone.. 45 Setting the automatic opening function. 46

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Key Finder

Head unit

VOLUME EJECT button
RESET button 5//2/3 buttons
SOURCE button BACK button

Multi-function buttons

BAND button NEXT button
Steering remote controller
A steering remote controller that enables remote operation of the head unit is supplied. Operation is the same as when using buttons on the head unit.
ATT button This lets you quickly lower volume level (by about 90%). Press once more to return to the original volume level. BAND button 5/ buttons FUNCTION button SOURCE button 2/3 buttons VOLUME Raise or lower the volume.

AUDIO button

Before Using This Product

Features

CD playback
It is possible to play back music stored on CD/CD-R/CD-RW formats.

Precaution

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. CAUTION: THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD. Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible. Protect the product from moisture. If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed. Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

MP3/WMA file playback

It is possible to play back MP3/WMA files recorded on CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW discs (recordings complying with ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 standards). (See page 55.)

About the demo modes

This product features two demonstration modes. One is the reverse mode and the other is the feature demo mode.

About basic displays

This product is equipped with two forms of basic display. You can select the desired display.

Reverse mode

If you do not carry out an operation within about 30 seconds, screen indications will start to reverse, and then continue reversing every 10 seconds. Pressing the button 5 when power to this product is switched off while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON cancels the reverse mode. Press the button 5 again to start the reverse mode.

FORM 1

FORM 2

Feature demo

The feature demo automatically starts when power to this product is switched off while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON. Pressing the button 6 during feature demo operation cancels the feature demo mode. Press the button 6 again to start the feature demo mode. Remember that if the feature demo continues operating when the car engine is switched OFF, it may drain battery power. Note: The red lead (ACC) of this product should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch ON or OFF operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained. When the source is off, you can check the location of 5 and 6 by turning on the feature demo.
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Note: For details, refer to Changing the display form on page 48.
Remote controller and care
Installing the lithium battery
Remove the cover on the back of the steering remote controller and insert the battery with the (+) and () poles pointing in the proper direction.
Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

CAUTION:

Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or dispose of the battery in a fire. Use a CR2032 (3 V) lithium battery only. Never use other types of battery with this unit. Do not handle the battery with metallic tools. Do not store the lithium battery with metallic materials. When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institutions rules that apply in your country/area. Always check carefully that you are loading the battery with its (+) and () poles facing in the proper directions.
Replacing the lithium battery
Remove the lithium battery.
Precaution: Replace the battery with a CR2032 lithium battery. Replace the battery in the unit using a non metallic tapered instrument.
Using the steering remote controller
Precaution: Do not operate this unit while manipulating the steering wheel as this might result in a traffic accident. If you have to operate this unit unavoidably when driving, pay careful attention to the road ahead to avoid the risk of being involved in a traffic accident. If any of the following problems occur, immediately stop using this unit and consult with the dealer from whom you purchased it: the unit is smoking. the unit is emitting an abnormal odor. a foreign object has entered the unit. liquid has been spilled on or into the unit. If you continue to use this unit without rectifying the problem, the unit may be damaged badly, resulting in a serious accident or fire. Do not leave this unit free (unattached) inside the car. When the car stops or turns a curve, the unit might drop on the floor. If the unit rolls under the brake pedal, it might prevent the driver from braking properly, causing serious trouble. Be sure to fix this unit to the steering wheel. Do not disassemble or modify this unit. To do so may cause a malfunction. If you press the FUNCTION button on the remote controller while pressing the BAND button on it, the remote controller will not function properly. To cancel this setting, press the AUDIO button on the remote controller while pressing the BAND button on it to return to the previous setting.

q e wt

r qBand wLOC indicator ePreset number rFrequency tStereo indicator
Storing and recalling broadcast

stations

If you press any of the buttons 1 6, you can easily store up to six broadcast stations for later recall.

Basic operation

Reset the AM tuning step from 9 kHz (the factory preset step) to 10 kHz when using the tuner in North, Central or South America. (Refer to page 45.) 1. Press SOURCE to select the tuner. Press SOURCE until Tuner appears. 2. Press VOLUME to extend the VOLUME outward. When you press VOLUME, it extends outward so that it becomes easier to turn. To retract VOLUME, press it again. 3. Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume.
Storing broadcast stations
1. Press NEXT to display 1 6. Press NEXT until appears. 2. When you find a station that you want to store in memory, press and hold any of the buttons until the preset number stops flashing. The station is stored in memory under the selected button. Note: Up to 18 FM stations, six for each of the three FM bands, and six AM stations can be stored in memory.
Recalling broadcast stations
1. Press NEXT to display 1 6. Press NEXT until appears. 2. Press any of the buttons to recall a station preset under that button. Note: You can also use 5 or to recall broadcast stations memorized in the buttons 1 6.
Selecting stations from the preset channel list
The preset channel list lets you see the list of preset stations and select one of them to receive. 1. Press FUNC and then press chLIST to select the preset channel list mode.

Tuner function menu

The tuner function menu has the following functions:
2. Press any of the buttons to recall the desired station.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned.
Note: You can also use 2, 3 and 5 to select and recall the desired station.
Storing the strongest broadcast
BSM (best stations memory) lets you automatically store the six strongest broadcast stations under the buttons 1 6. 1. Press FUNC to select the BSM mode. 2. Press BSM to turn the BSM on. Searching appears. The six strongest broadcast stations will be stored under the buttons and in order of their signal strength. When finished, Searching disappears and the display switches to the preset channel list mode. To cancel the storage process before it is completed, press BSM again while Searching appears. 3. Press any of the buttons to recall the desired station.

Tuning in strong signals

Local seek tuning lets you tune in only those broadcast stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception. 1. Press FUNC and then press LOC to select the local mode. 2. Press LOC to set the local seek sensitivity. Press LOC repeatedly to switch between the following settings: FM: Local OFF = Level 1 = Level 2 = Level 3 = Level 4 AM: Local OFF = Level 1 = Level 2 When the local mode is exited except for Local OFF is selected, LOC appears on the basic display. Note: The Level 4 setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you receive progressively weaker stations.

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Built-in CD Player

3. Press VOLUME to extend the VOLUME outward. When you press VOLUME, it extends outward so that it becomes easier to turn. To retract VOLUME, press it again. 4. Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume. 5. Press 2 or 3 to select a track. Pressing 3 skips to the start of the next track. Pressing 2 once skips to the start of the current track. Pressing again will skip to the previous track. If you press and hold 2 or 3, you can perform fast forward or reverse. 6. Press EJECT to eject the CD. The front panel opens and the CD is ejected. Be sure to close the front panel by pressing EJECT after removing the CD.
e qSource name wTrack number eDisc title rPlay time tTrack title
Do not use with the front panel left open. If the front panel is left open, it may result in injury in the event of an accident. Note: You can select CD as the source by pressing SOURCE when a disc is loaded in this product. When the front panel is open, multi-function buttons are not available. Do not insert anything other than a CD into the CD loading slot. A CD left partially inserted after ejection may incur damage or fall out. If a CD cannot be inserted fully or playback fails, make sure the recorded side is down. Press the EJECT and check the disc for damage before reinserting it. If the built-in CD player cannot operate properly, an error message (such as ERROR-12) appears on the display. Refer to Understanding built-in CD player error messages on page 54. You can eject the CD by pressing and holding EJECT with opening the front panel when the CD loading or ejecting cannot operate properly.
The built-in CD player plays one standard 12 cm or 8 cm (single) CD at a time. Do not use an adapter when playing an 8 cm CD. 1. Press EJECT to open the front panel. 2. Insert a CD into the CD loading slot.
When a CD is inserted, the front panel closes automatically.
Switching and scrolling the title
When playing a CD TEXT disc, you can switch text display such as artist name and track title. With text longer than 32 letters, you can scroll to see the rest of the text. 1. Press TITLE to switch the title mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to display the desired title.
Built-in CD player function menu
The built-in CD player function menu has the following functions:
Button D.TTL D.ART T.TTL T.ART THNDR Operation Displays disc title. Displays disc artist name. Displays track title. Displays track artist name. Displays thunderbolt animation.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. (When you select the disc title input mode (TTLin), the display is not returned automatically.) T.LIST is displayed only when playing a CD TEXT disc.

When playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player, you can switch text display such as artist name and track title. With text longer than 32 letters, you can scroll to see the rest of the text. 1. Press TITLE to switch the title mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to display the desired title.
Multi-CD player function menu
The multi-CD player function menu has the following functions:
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. (When you select the disc title input mode (TTLin) or ITS memory mode (ITS.M), the display is not returned automatically.) T.LIST is displayed only when playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player.
There are three repeat play ranges for the multi-CD player: one-track repeat, disc repeat and multi-CD player repeat. 1. Press FUNC to select the repeat mode.
2. Press RPT to select the repeat range. Press RPT repeatedly to switch between the following repeat ranges: Magazine repeat (multi-CD player repeat) = Track repeat (one-track repeat) = Disc repeat (disc repeat) When the repeat mode is exited, either T.RPT or D.RPT may appear on the basic display. T.RPT appears while the one-track repeat is selected. D.RPT appears while the disc repeat is selected. Note: If you select other discs during repeat play, the repeat range changes to multi-CD player repeat. If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse during one-track repeat, the repeat range changes to disc repeat.
Note: If you do not operate the function within about eight seconds, the display is automatically returned. You cannot use 5//2/3 to select a disc or track in title mode. When you select the display form 2, the titles are displayed up to 24 letters long. A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as disc title, artist name and track title. If certain text information is not recorded on a CD TEXT disc, No ~ (e.g., No title) is displayed. If you have not input disc titles, No title is displayed.

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Random play lets you play back tracks in random order within the repeat range: multi-CD player repeat and disc repeat. 1. Select the repeat range. Refer to Repeating play on page 24. 2. Press FUNC and then press RDM to select the random mode. 3. Press RDM to turn random play on. The light illuminates. Tracks will play in random order within the selected repeat range. Press RDM again to turn random play off. When the random mode is exited while random play is on, RDM appears on the basic display. Note: If you turn random play on during one-track repeat, the repeat range changes to disc repeat.

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Note: In this mode, you can also use to erase all tracks on the currently playing CD from ITS memory.

TV Tuner

The following explains how to use this product to control a TV tuner, which is sold separately. For details of TV tuner-specific operation/features, see your TV tuners manual. With this product, you can operate preset channel list as one additional function.
1. Press SOURCE to select the TV tuner. Press SOURCE until Television appears. 2. Press VOLUME to extend the VOLUME outward. When you press VOLUME, it extends forward so that it becomes easier to turn. To retract VOLUME, press it again. 3. Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume.
4. Press 2 or 3 to tune in to a station. If you press and hold 2 or 3 for about one second and then release, you can perform seek tuning.
If you press any of the buttons (or 7 12), you can easily store up to 12 broadcast stations for later recall.
1. Press NEXT to display (or 7 12). e qBand wPreset number eChannel Press NEXT until (or 7 12) appears. 2. When you find a station that you want to store in memory, press and hold any of the buttons (or 7 12) until the preset number stops flashing. The station is stored in memory under the selected button. Note: Up to 12 stations can be memorized in one band. This product allows you to store and recall directly using preset channels 7 12.
1. Press NEXT to display (or 7 12). Press NEXT until (or 7 12) appears. 2. Press any of the buttons (or 7 12) to recall the station preset under that button. Note: You can also use 5 or to recall broadcast stations memorized under the buttons 1 12.
Selecting channels from the preset channel list
The preset channel list lets you see the list of preset channels and select one of them to receive. 1. Press FUNC and then press chLIST to select the preset channel list mode.
2. Press NEXT to switch between and 7 12.

Changing band

Press BAND to select the desired band. Press BAND repeatedly to switch between the following bands: TV-1 = TV-2 3. Press any of the buttons (7 12) to recall the desired channel. Note: You can also use 2, 3 and 5 to select and recall the desired channel.

TV tuner function menu

The TV tuner function menu has the following functions: q w
q BSSM (best stations sequential memory)
Press BSSM repeatedly to turn BSSM on or off. When finished, the display switches to the preset channel list mode.
w chLIST (preset channel list)
For operation of the preset channel list, refer to Selecting channels from the preset channel list on this page. Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned.

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Audio Adjustments

Operation modes

This product features two operation modes: the 3-way network mode (NW) and the standard mode (STD). You can switch between modes as desired. Initially, the DSP setting is set to the standard mode (STD). (Refer to Switching the DSP setting mode on page 5.) The 3-way network mode (NW) lets you create of a 3-way multi-amp, multi-speaker system with separate speakers for reproduction of high, middle and low frequencies (bands), each driven by a dedicated power amp. The 3-way network mode provides network and time alignment functions, two functions essential for a multi-amp, multi-speaker system, to enable precise control over settings for each frequency range. The standard mode (STD) lets you create a 4speaker system with front and rear speakers, or a 6-speaker system with front and rear speakers and subwoofers. The standard mode provides a sound field control function offering an easy way to recreate realistic sound fields in your car. Precaution: When no power is supplied to this product because of an exchange of the car battery or similar, the microcomputer of this product is returned to its initial condition. If this happens, all memorized adjusted audio settings are erased. When you have completed audio setting adjustment, be sure to record the settings on page 58. You cannot use the auto-equalizing function when NW mode has been selected.

Audio menu

The audio menu has the following functions:
Press the same button again to cancel the selected listening position. Note: You can also use 5, , 2 or 3 to select the listening position. Button 5 Position Front seat left
Note: If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned. (When you select the 13-band graphic equalizer mode (EQ2), the time alignment adjustment mode (T.AL, T.AL2) or the network adjustment mode (NW), the display is not returned automatically.) T.AL or T.AL2 is displayed only when you select FL or FR in the position selector mode (POSI). SW2 is displayed only when the subwoofer output is on in the subwoofer output mode (SW1). SLA is not displayed when you select FM tuner as the source. A.EQ is displayed after the auto-equalizer curve has been set.
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Using time alignment
The time alignment lets you adjust the distance between each speaker and the listening position to match the type of car. There are five types of car stored which you can easily recall at any time. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press T.AL1 to select the time alignment mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to select the type of car. Button SEDAN WAGON M.VAN SUV CUSTM Type of car Sedan Wagon Mini van SUV Custom
1. Press AUDIO to select the fader/balance mode. 2. Press 5 or to adjust the front/rear speaker balance. Each press of 5 or moves the front/rear speaker balance towards the front or the rear. FADER F25 FADER R25 is displayed as the front/rear speaker balance moves from front to rear. FADER FR00 is the proper setting when only two speakers are used. 3. Press 2 or 3 to adjust the left/right speaker balance. Each press of 2 or 3 moves the left/right speaker balance towards the left or the right. BALANCE L25 BALANCE R25 is displayed as the left/right speaker balance moves from left to right.
Custom is an adjusted time alignment that you can create for yourself.

Adjusting time alignment

You can adjust the distance between each speaker and the selected position. An adjusted time alignment is memorized in Custom when STD mode has been selected. 1. Select the time alignment adjustment mode.

Using balance adjustment

You can select a balance setting that provides an ideal listening environment in all occupied seats. 1. Press AUDIO to select the balance mode. 2. Press 2 or 3 to adjust the left/right speaker balance. Each press of 2 or 3 moves the left/right speaker balance towards the left or the right. BALANCE L25 BALANCE R25 is displayed as the left/right speaker balance moves from left to right.

Level adjustment

The basic frequencies of many musical instruments are in the middle range. First perform middle-range level adjustment, followed by high-range and then low-range level adjustment in that order.
2. Press the corresponding button to select the speaker unit (filter) to be adjusted. Button L LPF M HPF M LPF H HPF Speaker unit (filter) Low-range speaker LPF Middle-range speaker HPF Middle-range speaker LPF High-range speaker HPF
4. Press 5 or to adjust the level of the selected speaker unit (filter). Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of the selected speaker unit (filter). 0dB 24dB is displayed as the level is increased or decreased. +6dB 24dB is displayed as the level is increased or decreased, only if you have selected L LPF. 5. Press SLOPE to select the slope of the selected speaker unit (filter). L LPF: 12 = 18 = 6 (dB/oct.) M HPF: 12 = 18 = Pass (0) = 6 (dB/oct.) M LPF: 12 = Pass (0) = 6 (dB/oct.) H HPF: 12 = 6 (dB/oct.) 6. Press PHASE to switch the phase of the selected speaker unit (filter). Each press of PHASE switches the phase between normal and reverse. You can adjust the parameters for other speaker units (filters) in the same way. 7. Press BAND to cancel the network adjustment mode.
3. Press MUTE to mute the selected speaker unit (filter). MUTE blinks in the display. Press MUTE again to cancel the muting.

Adjusting network

1. Press AUDIO and then press NW to select the network adjustment mode. 2. Press the corresponding button to select the speaker unit (filter) to be adjusted. Button L LPF M HPF M LPF H HPF Speaker unit (filter) Low-range speaker LPF Middle-range speaker HPF Middle-range speaker LPF High-range speaker HPF
3. Press 2 or 3 to select the cut-off frequency (crossover frequency) of the selected speaker unit (filter). L LPF: 31.200 (Hz) M HPF: 31.200 (Hz) M LPF: 1.2.5 3.5 6.10 12.(kHz) H HPF: 1.2.5 3.5 6.10 12.(kHz)

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Using subwoofer output
This product is equipped with a subwoofer output which can be switched on or off. When a subwoofer is connected to this product, turn the subwoofer output on. The subwoofer output phase can be switched between normal and reverse. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press SW1 to select the subwoofer output mode. 2. Press SW1 to turn the subwoofer output on. SUB. W ON appears in the display. Press SW1 again to turn subwoofer output off. 3. Press 2 or 3 to select the subwoofer output phase. Press 2 to select reverse phase. Press 3 to select normal phase.
Using the high pass filter
When the subwoofer is connected and you do not want low sound to play from the front or rear speakers, turn the high pass filter on. Only frequencies higher than those in the selected range will be output from the front or rear speakers.

Adjusting BBE sound level
With BBE sound processing technology, you can adjust the level of BBE. 1. Press AUDIO and NEXT and then press EFFECT. 2. Press BBE to select BBE. Press BBE again to cancel the BBE. 3. Press 5 or to adjust the level of BBE. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of BBE. +is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

Using loudness

Loudness compensates for deficiencies in the low- and high-sound ranges at low volume. 1. Press AUDIO and then press NEXT to display LOUD. Press NEXT until LOUD appears. 2. Press LOUD to select the loudness mode. 3. Press LOUD to turn the loudness on. LOUDNESS ON appears in the display. Press LOUD again to turn loudness off.
2. Press the corresponding button to select the desired sound field program. Button STUDIO CLUB HALL DOME OCT BBE Effect Studio Club Concert hall Dome Octaver 1 and 2
Using sound field control,

octaver and BBER sound

SFC (sound field control) incorporates four programs reproducing the typical sound field of a studio, club, concert hall or dome. This function makes it possible to reproduce the realistic sound fields of the four programs in your car. Octaver makes the bass sound louder. With BBE, playback very close to the original sound can be obtained by correction with a combination of phase compensation and highrange boost for the delay of the high-frequency components and the amplitude deviation occurring during playback. This function makes it possible to reproduce the dynamic sound field as if you are listening to a live performance. Note: Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. The mark BBE is a trademark of BBE Sound, Inc.
Press the same button again to cancel the selected sound field program.
You can switch the octaver setting. OCTAVER2 has a stronger effect than OCTAVER1. 1. Press AUDIO and SFC and then press OCT to select octaver. 2. Press 5 or to switch the octaver setting. Each press of 5 or switches the octaver setting between 1 and 2.
With BBE sound processing technology, you can adjust the level of BBE. 1. Press AUDIO and SFC and then press BBE to select BBE. 2. Press 5 or to adjust the level of BBE. Each press of 5 or increases or decreases the level of BBE. +is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.
Recalling sound field programs
1. Press AUDIO and then press SFC to select the sound field control mode.

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Using automatic sound levelizer
While driving, the noise in the car changes according to the driving speed and the road conditions. The automatic sound levelizer (ASL) monitors such varying noise and automatically increases the volume level, if the noise becomes greater. The sensitivity (variation of volume level to noise level) of ASL can be set to one of five levels. 1. Press AUDIO and then press NEXT to display ASL. Press NEXT until ASL appears. 2. Press ASL to select the automatic sound levelizer mode. 3. Press ASL to set the automatic sound levelizer sensitivity. Press ASL repeatedly to switch between the following settings: OFF (off) = Low (low) = Mid-Low (mid-low) = Mid (mid) = Mid-High (mid-high) = High (high) When the ASL mode is exited except for OFF is selected, ASL appears on the basic display.

Be sure to carry out auto-equalizing using the supplied microphone. Using another microphone may prevent measurement, or result in incorrect measurement of the car interior acoustic characteristics. When neither front nor rear speaker is connected, auto-equalizing cannot be carried out. When this product is connected to a power amp with input level control, auto-equalizing may not be possible if you lower power amp input level. Set the power amps input level to the standard position. Auto-equalizing changes the audio settings as below: The fader/balance settings return to the center position. (Refer to page 33.) The graphic equalizer curve switches to FLAT. (Refer to page 38.) When a subwoofer is connected to this product, it will be adjusted automatically to either subwoofer output and high pass filter setting for rear speaker. If you carry out auto-equalizing when an autoequalizer curve already exists, the previous curve will be erased.
Carrying out auto-equalizing
1. Stop the car in a place that is as quiet as possible, close all doors, windows and the sun roof, and then turn the engine off. If the engine is left running, engine noise may prevent correct auto-equalizing. Continued overleaf.
Before operating the auto-equalization function
Carry out auto-equalizing in as quiet a place as possible, with the car engine and air conditioning switched off. Also cut power to car phones or portable telephones in the car, or remove them from the car before carrying out auto-equalizing. Sounds other than the measurement tone (surrounding sounds, engine sound, telephones ringing etc.) may prevent correct measurement of the car interior acoustic characteristics.

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2. Fix the supplied microphone in the center of the headrest of the drivers seat, facing forward, using the belt (sold separately). The auto-equalizer curve may differ depending on where you place the microphone. If desired, place the microphone on the front passenger seat to carry out auto-equalizing. 7. Plug the microphone into the microphone input jack on this product.
8. Press A.EQ to start the auto-equalizing. 9. Get out of the car and close the door within 10 seconds when the 10-second count-down starts. The measurement tone (noise) is output from the speakers, and auto-equalizing (acoustic characteristics measurement and compensation) begins. When all speakers are connected, autoequalizing is completed in about four minutes. To cancel auto-equalizing part way through, press any button. 10.When auto-equalizing is completed, Complete is displayed. When correct measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics is not possible, an error message is displayed. (Refer to Understanding auto-equalizing error messages on page 54.) 11.Press any button to cancel the autoequalizer mode. 12.Store the microphone carefully in the glove compartment. Store the microphone carefully in the glove compartment or any other safe place. If the microphone is subjected to direct sunlight for an extended period, high temperatures may cause distortion, color change or malfunction.

Check all CDs for cracks, scratches or warping before playing. CDs that are cracked, scratched or 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.
If the heater is used in cold weather, moisture may form on components inside the CD player. Condensation may cause the CD player not to operate properly. If you think that condensation is a problem, turn off the CD player for an hour or so to allow the CD player to dry out and wipe any damp discs with a soft cloth to remove the moisture. Road shocks may interrupt CD playback.

MP3 and WMA files

MP3 is short for MPEG Audio Layer 3 and refers to an audio compression technology standard. WMA is short for Windows Media Audio and refers to an audio compression technology that is developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA data can be encoded by using Windows Media Player version 7, 7.1 or Windows Media Player for Windows XP. Depending on the application which has performed the encoding of the WMA files, the operation may not be normal. Depending on the application which has performed the encoding of the WMA files, the display of the album name and other character information may not be normal. This product allows playback of MP3/WMA files on CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW discs. Disc recordings compatible with level 1 and level 2 of ISO9660 and with the Romeo and Joliet file system can be played back. It is possible to play back multi-session compatible recorded discs. MP3/WMA files are not compatible with packet write data transfer. The max. number of characters which can be displayed for a file name, including the extension (.mp3 or.wma), is 32 characters from the first character. The max. number of characters which can be displayed for a folder name is 32 characters. In case of files recorded according to the Romeo and Joliet file system, only the first 32 characters can be displayed. When playing discs with MP3/WMA files and audio data (CD-DA) such as CD-EXTRA and MIXED-MODE CD, both types can be played only by switching mode between MP3/WMA and CD-DA. The folder selection sequence for playback and other operations becomes the writing sequence used by the writing software. For this reason, the expected sequence at the time of playback may not coincide with the actual playback sequence. However, there also is some writing software which permits setting of the playback order.

Precaution: When naming an MP3 or a WMA file, add the corresponding filename extension (.mp3 or.wma). This product plays back files with the filename extension (.mp3 or.wma) as an MP3 or a WMA file. To prevent noise and malfunctions, do not use these extensions for files other than MP3 or WMA files.
MP3 additional information
Files are compatible with the ID3 Tag Ver. 1.0 and Ver. 1.1 formats for display of album (disc title), track (track title) and artist (track artist). Only when MP3 files of 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz frequencies are played back, the emphasis function is valid. (16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz sampling frequencies can be played back.) There is no m3u playlist compatibility. There is no compatibility with the MP3i (MP3 interactive) or mp3PRO format. The sound quality of MP3 files generally becomes better with increasing bit rate. This product can play recordings with bit rates from 8 kbps to 320 kbps, but in order to be able to enjoy a certain sound quality, it is recommended to use only discs recorded with a bit rate of at least 128 kbps.

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WMA additional information
Only when WMA files of 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz frequencies are played back. The sound quality of WMA files generally becomes better with increasing bit rate. This product can play recordings with bit rates from 48 kbps to 192 kbps, but in order to be able to enjoy a certain sound quality, it is recommended to use discs recorded with a higher bit rate.

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About folders and MP3/WMA files
An outline of a CD-ROM with MP3/WMA files on it is shown below. Subfolders are shown as folders in the folder currently selected.

First level

Second level

Third level

Note: This product assigns folder numbers. The user can not assign folder numbers. It is not possible to check folders that do not include MP3/WMA files. (These folders will be skipped without displaying the folder number.) MP3/WMA files in up to 8 tiers of folders can be played back. However, there is a delay in the start of playback on discs with numerous tiers. For this reason we recommend creating discs with no more than 2 tiers. It is possible to play back up to 253 folders on one disc.