MVH-A210BT

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RDS AV RECEIVER

Operation Manual
 Contents
Thank you for buying this Pioneer ■ Settings ............................ 29
product. Displaying the setting screen................................ 29
Please read through these instructions System settings .......................................................... 29

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so you will know how to operate your Theme settings ........................................................... 34
model properly. After you have finished Audio settings............................................................. 35
reading the instructions, keep this Video settings ............................................................. 37
document in a safe place for future
reference.
■ Favourite menu ............... 38
■ Other functions ............... 38
■ Appendix ......................... 40
Important
The screen shown in the examples may
differ from actual screens, which may be
changed without notice for
performance and function
improvements.

Remote control
The remote control is sold separately.
For details concerning operations, see
the remote control manual.

■ Precaution ......................... 3
■ Parts and controls............. 7
■ Basic operation ................. 8
■ Bluetooth......................... 11
■ AV source ......................... 17
■ Smartphone connection for
AV source ......................... 18
■ Radio................................ 19
■ Compressed files............. 21
■ iPod .................................. 24
■ AUX .................................. 27
■ Using the Karaoke
Function........................... 28

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 Precaution
Certain country and government laws may prohibit or restrict the placement and use of this product
in your vehicle. Please comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the use, installation
and operation of this product.

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If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate
collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used
electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a
similar new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of
disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
blocked or covered with items (such as papers, floor mat, cloths).

CAUTION
This product is evaluated in moderate and tropical climate condition under the Audio, video and
similar electronic apparatus - Safety requirements, IEC 60065.

Important safety information

WARNING
• Do not attempt to install or service this product by yourself. Installation or servicing of this product by
persons without training and experience in electronic equipment and automotive accessories may
be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of electric shock, injury or other hazards.
• Do not allow this product to come into contact with liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also,
damage to the product, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids.
• If liquid or foreign matter should get inside this product, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn the
ignition switch off (ACC OFF) immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer

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 Service Station. Do not use this product in this condition because doing so may result in a fire, electric
shock, or other failure.
• If you notice smoke, a strange noise or odour from this product, or any other abnormal signs on the
LCD screen, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer
Service Station. Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.
• Do not disassemble or modify this product, as there are high-voltage components inside which may
cause an electric shock. Be sure to consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer Service
Station for internal inspection, adjustments or repairs.

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Before using this product, be sure to read and fully understand the following safety
information:
• Do not operate this product, any applications, or the rear view camera option (if
purchased) if doing so will divert your attention in any way from the safe operation of
your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules and follow all existing traffic
regulations. If you experience difficulty in operating this product, pull over, park your
vehicle in a safe location and apply the handbrake before making the necessary
adjustments.
• Never set the volume of this product so high that you cannot hear outside traffic and
emergency vehicles.
• To promote safety, certain functions are disabled unless the vehicle is stopped and the
handbrake is applied.
• Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and safety
information.
• Do not install this product where it may (i) obstruct the driver’s vision, (ii) impair the
performance of any of the vehicle’s operating systems or safety features, including air
bags or hazard lamp buttons or (iii) impair the driver’s ability to safely operate the
vehicle.
• Please remember to fasten your seat belt at all times while operating your vehicle. If
you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe if your seat
belt is not properly buckled.
• Never use headphones while driving.

To ensure safe driving

WARNING
• LIGHT GREEN LEAD AT POWER CONNECTOR IS DESIGNED TO DETECT PARKED STATUS AND
MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY SIDE OF THE HANDBRAKE SWITCH. IMPROPER
CONNECTION OR USE OF THIS LEAD MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE LAW AND MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE.
• Do not take any steps to tamper with or disable the handbrake interlock system which is in
place for your protection. Tampering with or disabling the handbrake interlock system could
result in serious injury or death.
• To avoid the risk of damage and injury and the potential violation of applicable laws, this
product is not for use with a video image that is visible to the driver.
• In some countries the viewing of video image on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other
than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed.

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If you attempt to watch video image while driving, the warning “Viewing of front seat
video source while driving is strictly prohibited.” will appear on the screen. To watch
video image on this display, stop the vehicle in a safe place and apply the handbrake.
Please keep the brake pedal pushed down before releasing the handbrake.

When using a display connected to V OUT

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The video output terminal (V OUT) is for connection of a display to enable passengers in
the rear seats to watch video images.

WARNING
NEVER install the rear display in a location that enables the driver to watch video images while driving.

To avoid battery exhaustion

Be sure to run the vehicle engine while using this product. Using this product without
running the engine can drain the battery.

WARNING
Do not install this product in a vehicle that does not have an ACC wire or circuitry available.

Rear view camera

With an optional rear view camera, you are able to use this product as an aid to keep an
eye on trailers, or backing into a tight parking spot.

WARNING
• SCREEN IMAGE MAY APPEAR REVERSED.
• USE INPUT ONLY FOR REVERSE OR MIRROR IMAGE REAR VIEW CAMERA. OTHER USE MAY RESULT IN
INJURY OR DAMAGE.

CAUTION
The rear view mode is to use this product as an aid to keep an eye on the trailers, or while backing up.
Do not use this function for entertainment purposes.

Handling the USB connector

CAUTION
• To prevent data loss and damage to the storage device, never remove it from this product while data
is being transferred.
• Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no
responsibility for any loss of data on media players, iPhone, smartphone, or other devices while using
this product.

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 In case of trouble
Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorised
Pioneer Service Station.

Visit our website

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Visit us at the following site:
http://www.pioneer-car.eu
• Register your product. We will keep the details of your purchase on file to help you
refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft.
• We offer the latest information about PIONEER CORPORATION on our website.
• Pioneer regularly provides software updates to further improve it’s products. Please
check the support section of the Pioneer website for all available software updates.

About this product

• This product does not work correctly in areas other than Europe. The RDS (Radio Data
System) function operates only in areas with FM stations broadcasting RDS signals.
The RDS-TMC service can also be used in the area where there is a station that
broadcasts the RDS-TMC signal.
• The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in Germany.

Protecting the LCD panel and screen

• Do not expose the LCD screen to direct sunlight when this product is not used. This
may result in LCD screen malfunction due to the resulting high temperatures.
• When using a mobile phone, keep the aerial of the mobile phone away from the LCD
screen to prevent disruption of the video in the form of spots, coloured stripes, etc.
• To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the touch panel keys only
with your finger and do so gently.

Notes on internal memory

• The information will be erased by disconnecting the yellow lead from the battery (or
removing the battery itself ).
• Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.

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About this manual
This manual uses diagrams of actual screens to describe operations. However, the
screens on some units may not match those shown in this manual depending on the
model used.

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Meanings of symbols used in this manual

This indicates to touch the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.

This indicates to touch and hold the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.

Parts and controls

Main unit

VOL (+/-)
MUTE
Press to display the top menu screen.
Press and hold to power off. To power back on, press any button.
NOTE
The icon appears when the power is on.
DISP Press to turn the display on or off.
or Performs manual seek tuning, fast forwards, reverse and track search controls.
Press to answer or end a call.

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 RESET Press to reset the microprocessor (page 8).
LCD screen

Basic operation

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Resetting the microprocessor
CAUTION
• Pressing the RESET button resets settings and recorded contents to the factory settings.
– Do not perform this operation when a device is connected to this product.
– Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.
• The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions:
– Prior to using this product for the first time after installation.
– If this product fails to operate properly.
– If there appears to be problems with the operation of the system.

1 Turn the ignition switch OFF.

2 Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed tools.
Settings and recorded contents are reset to the factory settings.

Starting up the unit

1 Start the engine to boot up the system.
The [Select Program Language] screen appears.
NOTE
From the second time on, the screen shown will differ depending on the previous conditions.

2 Touch the language.

3 Touch .
The top menu screen appears.

Using the touch panel

You can operate this product by touching the keys on the screen directly with your
fingers.
NOTE
To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the screen only with your finger gently.

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 Common touch panel keys

Switches between playback and pause.

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Skips files (or tracks) forwards or backwards.

Performs fast reverse or fast forwards.

Touch again to change the playback speed.

Stops playback.

Text When all characters are not displayed, the rests are automatically scrolled on
information the display. The characters are displayed by touching the text information.
NOTE
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the handbrake.
Returns to the previous screen.

Close the screen.

Operating list screens

Starts playback the item.

Appears when all characters are not displayed on the display area.
If you touch the key, the rests are scrolled for display.
NOTE
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the handbrake.
Appears when items cannot be displayed on a single page.
Touch or to view any hidden items.

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Operating the time bar

You can change the playback point by dragging the key.

NOTE
The time bar function may vary depending on the activating source.

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Top menu screen

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Radio USB BluetoothAudio AUX Camera

Source icons

Setting the time and date (page 38)

Settings (page 29) and Favourite menu (page 38)

Hands-free phoning (page 13)

AV source off

If you select , you can turn off almost all functions.

The unit turns on by operating following functions:
• An incoming call is received (only for hands-free phoning via Bluetooth).
• A rear view camera image is input when the vehicle is in reverse.
• A button on this unit is pressed.
• The ignition switch is turned off (ACC OFF), then turned on (ACC ON).

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 Bluetooth
Bluetooth connection
1

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Turn on the Bluetooth function on the device.
2 Press .
3 Touch then .
The Bluetooth menu screen appears.
4 Touch [Connection].
5 Touch .
The unit starts to search for available devices, then displays them in the device list.
6 Touch the Bluetooth device name.
After the device is successfully registered, a Bluetooth connection is established by the
system. Once the connection is established, the device name is displayed on the list.
NOTES
• If three devices are already paired, [Memory Full] is displayed. Delete a paired device first (page 12).
• If your device supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing), a six-digit number appears on the display of this
product. Touch [Yes] to pair the device.
• is invalid when the device is already connected, also is invalid during connecting or
disconnecting.
TIP
The Bluetooth connection can also be made by detecting this product from the Bluetooth device.
Before registration, make sure that [Visibility] in the [Bluetooth] menu is set to [On] (page 12). For
details on Bluetooth device operations, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth
device.

Bluetooth settings
1 Press .
2 Touch then .

CAUTION
Never turn this product off and disconnect the device while the Bluetooth setting operation is being
processed.

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Menu Item Description
[Connection] Connect, disconnect, or delete registered Bluetooth device
manually.
Touch to delete registered device.
To connect a registered Bluetooth device manually, touch
the name of the device.
To disconnect the device, touch the name of the connected

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device in the list.
NOTE
Connect the Bluetooth device manually in the following cases:
• Two or more Bluetooth devices are registered, and you want to
manually select the device to be used.
• You want to reconnect a disconnected Bluetooth device.
• Connection cannot be established automatically for some reason.
[Auto Connect] Select [On] to connect the last connected Bluetooth device
[On] [Off] automatically.
[Visibility] Select [On] to make this product visible to the other device.
[On] [Off]
[PIN Code Input] Change the PIN code for Bluetooth connection.
The default PIN code is “0000”.
1 Touch [0] to [9] to input the pin code (up to 8 digits).
2 Touch .
[Device Information] Displaying the device name and address of this product.
[Bluetooth Memory Clear] Touch [Clear] then [OK] to clear the Bluetooth memory.
[BT Software Update] Updates the Bluetooth software version by connecting the
external memory.
TIP
This function is available when the source is off.
[BT Version Info.] Displaying the Bluetooth version.

Switching the connected Bluetooth device

You can switch among the connected Bluetooth devices using the switch devices key in
the Bluetooth menu.
• You can register up to three Bluetooth devices on this product (page 11).
• The Bluetooth audio player can be switched to other Bluetooth devices on the
Bluetooth audio playback screen.
• Only one device can be connected as a hands-free phoning.

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 Hands-free phoning
To use this function you need to connect your mobile phone to this product via
Bluetooth in advance (page 11).

CAUTION
For your safety, avoid talking on the phone as much as possible while driving.

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Making a phone call

1 Press , then touch .

The phone menu screen appears.
2 Touch one of the call icons on the phone menu screen.

The following items are displayed.

• Name of the current mobile phone
• List number of the current mobile phone
• Reception status of the current mobile phone
• Battery status of the current mobile phone
Initial searches the phone book.
Each time you press the button, English and system language may switch
depending on the system language setting.
Touch the list area to stop initial search.
Using preset dial list (page 14)

Using phone book

Select a contact from the phone book. Touch the desired name on the list then
select the phone number.
TIPS
• The contacts on your phone will be automatically transferred to this product.
• Update the phone book manually.
Using call history
Make a phone call from the received call , dialled call , or missed call .

Direct phone number input

Enter the number keys to enter the phone number then touch to make a call.

▶To end the call

1 Touch .

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 Using the preset dial lists

▶Registering a phone number

You can easily store up to six phone numbers per device as presets.
1 Press , then touch .
2 Touch or .

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On the [Phone Book] screen, touch the desired name to display the contact’s phone
number.
3 Touch .

▶Dialling from the preset dial list

1 Touch .
2 Touch the desired entry on the list to make a call.
The dial screen appears and dialling starts.
▶Deleting a phone number
1 Press , then touch .
2 Touch then .
3 Touch [Yes].

Receiving a phone call

1 Touch to answer the call.

Touch to end the call.
TIPS
• Touch while getting a call waiting, switch to the talking person.
• Touch while getting a call waiting to reject the call.

Phone settings

1 Press , then touch and .

Menu Item Description

[Auto Answer] Select [On] to answer an incoming call automatically.
[On] [Off]
[Ring Tone] Select [On] if the ring tone does not come out from the car
[On] [Off] speakers.

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Menu Item Description
[Invert Name] Select [Yes] to change the order of the first and last names
in the phone book.

Setting the private mode

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During a conversation, you can switch to private mode (talk directly on your mobile
phone).
1 Touch or to turn private mode on or off.

Adjusting the other party’s listening volume

This product can be adjusted to the other party’s listening volume.

1 Touch to switch between the three volume levels.

Notes for hands-free phoning

▶General notes
• Connection to all mobile phones featuring Bluetooth wireless technology is not
guaranteed.
• The line-of-sight distance between this product and your mobile phone must be 10
metres or less when sending and receiving voice and data via Bluetooth technology.
• With some mobile phones, the ring sound may not be output from the speakers.
• If private mode is selected on the mobile phone, hands-free phoning may be disabled.
▶Registration and connection
• Mobile phone operations vary depending on the type of mobile phone. Refer to the
instruction manual that came with your mobile phone for detailed instructions.
• When phone book transfer does not work, disconnect your phone and then perform
pairing again from your phone to this product.
▶Making and receiving calls
• You may hear a noise in the following situations:
– When you answer the phone using the button on the phone.
– When the person on the other end of the line hangs up the phone.
• If the person on the other end of the line cannot hear the conversation due to an echo,
decrease the volume level for hands-free phoning.
• With some mobile phones, even after you press the accept button on the mobile
phone when a call comes in, hands-free phoning may not be performed.
• The registered name will appear if the phone number is already registered in the
phone book. When the same phone number is registered under different names, only
the phone number will be displayed.

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▶The received call and dialled number histories
• You cannot make a call to the entry of an unknown user (no phone number) in the
received call history.
• If calls are made by operating your mobile phone, no history data will be recorded in
this product.
▶Phone book transfers

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• If there are more than 1 000 phone book entries on your mobile phone, not all entries
may download completely.
• Depending on the phone, this product may not display the phone book correctly.
• If the phone book in the phone contains image data, the phone book may not be
transferred correctly.
• Depending on the mobile phone, phone book transfer may not be available.

Bluetooth audio
Before using the Bluetooth audio player, register and connect the device to this product
(page 11).
NOTES
• Depending on the Bluetooth audio player connected to this product, the available operations with
this product may be limited to the following two levels:
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Only playing back songs on your audio player is
possible.
– A2DP and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile): Playing back, pausing, selecting songs, etc.,
are possible.
• Depending on the Bluetooth device connected to this product, the available operations with this
product may be limited or differ from the descriptions in this manual.
• While you are listening to songs on your Bluetooth device, refrain from operating the phone function
as much as possible. If you try operating, the signal may cause noise for song playback.
• When you are talking on the Bluetooth device connected to this product via Bluetooth, it may pause
playback.

1 Press .
2 Touch then .
The system setting screen appears.
3 Touch [AV Source Settings].
4 Confirm that [Bluetooth Audio] is turned on.
5 Press .
6 Touch [Bluetooth Audio].
The Bluetooth audio playback screen appears.

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 Basic operation

Description of Bluetooth audio playback screen

Track number indicator

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Sets a repeat play range.

Plays files in random order.

Selects a file or folder from the list to playback.

NOTE
This function is available only when the AVRCP version of the Bluetooth device is
1.4 or higher.
Switches among the Bluetooth devices when the devices are connected to
this product via Bluetooth (page 12).

AV source
Supported AV source
You can play or use the following sources with this product.
• Radio
• USB
The following sources can be played back or used by connecting an auxiliary device.
• iPod
• Bluetooth® audio
• AUX

Selecting a source

Source on the AV source selection screen

1 Press .
2 Touch the source icon.
When you select , the AV source is turned off.

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 Source on the source list

1 Touch on the AV Source screen.

2 Touch the source key.
When you select [AV OFF], the AV source is turned off.

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Smartphone connection for AV
source
When using a smartphone with this product, the settings are automatically configured
according to the device to be connected.
NOTES
• Operation methods may vary depending on the smartphone and its software version.
• Depending on the version of smartphone OS, it may not be compatible with this unit.

Smartphone (Android™ device)

These are the methods to connect a smartphone to this product. The available sources
vary depending on the connection method.
• Connecting via Bluetooth (page 18)
Compatible smartphones
Compatibility with all smartphones is not guaranteed. For details about smartphone
compatibility with this product, refer to the information on our website.

Connecting via Bluetooth

The following sources are available when a smartphone is connected to the unit via
Bluetooth.
• Bluetooth audio
1 Connect a smartphone with this product via Bluetooth (page 11).
2 Press .
3 Touch compatible desired source.

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 Radio
Starting procedure
1

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Press .
2 Touch [Radio].
The Radio screen appears.

Basic operation
Description of Radio screen
Recalls the preset channel stored to a key from memory.

Stores the current broadcast frequency to a key.

Displays the preset channel list.

Select an item on the list ([1] to [6]) to switch to the preset channel.

Selects the FM1, FM2, FM3, MW, or LW band.

Performs BSM (best stations memory) function (page 19).

Manual tuning

Seek tuning or non stop seek tuning

Releasing the key in a few seconds skips to the nearest station from the
current frequency. Keep holding the key for long seconds to perform,
performs non stop seek tuning.

Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies (BSM)

The BSM (best stations memory) function automatically stores the six strongest
broadcast frequencies under the preset channel keys [1] to [6].
NOTES
• Storing broadcast frequencies with BSM may replace those you have already saved.
• Previously stored broadcast frequencies may remain stored if the number of frequencies stored has
not reached the limit.

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1 Touch to begin search.
While searching, the six strongest broadcast frequencies will be stored under the
preset channel keys in the order of their signal strength.

To cancel the storage process

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1 Touch [Cancel].

Radio settings
1 Press .
2 Touch then .
The system setting screen appears.
3 Touch [AV Source Settings].
4 Touch [Radio settings].

The menu items vary according to the source.

Menu Item Description
[Local] Local seek tuning allows you to only tune into
[Off] radio stations with sufficiently strong signals.
FM: [Level1] [Level2] [Level3] [Level4]
NOTE
MW/LW: [Level1] [Level2]
[Level4] for FM and [Level2] for MW/LW are available
only with the stations with the strongest signals.
[FM Step] Select the seek tuning step for the FM band.
[100kHz] [50kHz]
NOTE
The tuning step remains at [50kHz] during manual
tuning.
[Regional]* Switches whether the area code is checked
[On] [Off] during the Auto PI search.
[Alternative FREQ]* Allow the unit to retune to a different frequency
[On] [Off] providing the same station.

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 Menu Item Description
[Auto PI] Searches for the same PI (Programme
[On] [Off] Identification) code broadcast station from all
frequency bands automatically when the
broadcasting station contains RDS data.
NOTE

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Even if you set to [Off], the PI search is automatically
performed when the tuner cannot get a good
reception.
[TA Interrupt]* Receives the traffic announcement from the last
[On] [Off] selected frequency, interrupting the other
sources.
[News Interrupt]* Interrupt the currently selected source with
[On] [Off] news programmes.
[Tuner Sound]* Switches the sound quality of the FM tuner.
[Music] Gives priority to the sound quality.
[Talk] Gives priority to noise prevention.
[Standard] Gives no effect.
* This function is available only when you receive the FM band.

Compressed files
Plugging/unplugging a USB storage device
You can play compressed audio, compressed video, or still image files stored in an
external storage device.

Plugging a USB storage device

1 Pull out the plug from the USB port of the USB cable.
2 Plug a USB storage device into the USB cable.

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Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the rear panel of this product.
NOTES
• This product may not achieve optimum performance with some USB storage devices.
• Connection via a USB hub is not possible.

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• A USB cable is required for connection.

Unplugging a USB storage device

1 Pull out the USB storage device from the USB cable.

NOTES

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• Check that no data is being accessed before pulling out the USB storage device.
• Turn off (ACC OFF) the ignition switch before unplugging the USB storage device.

Starting procedure
1 Plug the USB storage device into the USB cable (page 21).

TIP
If the USB is already set, select [USB] as the playing source.

Basic operation
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You can set the screen size for the video and image files (page 39).

Audio source

Description of Audio source screen

TIP
When you touch text information, all information is displayed by scrolling only when the handbrake is
applied.
Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder/the current file.

Plays files or does not play in random order.

Displays the hidden function bar.

Switches the following media file types.

[Music]: Compressed audio files
[Video]: Compressed video files
[Photo]: Image files

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 Selects a file from the list.
Touch a file on the list to playback.
TIP
Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by
touching it.
When you touch the memory select icon while connecting an Android device,
it switches between internal memory and external memory.

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Selects the previous folder or the next folder.

Switches the current music information display.

Video source

CAUTION
For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video
images, stop in a safe place and apply the handbrake.
Description of Video source screen
TIP
Touch anywhere on the screen, the touch panel keys appear.
Performs frame-by-frame playback.

Performs slow-motion playback.

Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder/the current file.

Switches the audio/subtitle language.

Switches the following media file types.

[Music]: Compressed audio files
[Video]: Compressed video files
[Photo]: Image files

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 Selects a file from the list.
Touch a file on the list to playback.
TIP
Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by
touching it.

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Still image source

Description of Still image screen

TIP
Touch anywhere on the screen, the touch panel keys appear.
Selects the previous folder or the next folder.

Rotates the displayed picture 90° clockwise.

Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder.

Plays all files in the current repeat play range or does not play them in
random order.

Switches the following media file types.

[Music]: Compressed audio files
[Video]: Compressed video files
[Photo]: Image files
Selects a file from the list.
Touch a file on the list to playback.
TIP
Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by
touching it.

iPod
Setup for iPod
When connecting an iPod/iPhone to this product, the settings are automatically
configured according to the device to be connected.

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 iPod/iPhone compatibility

This product supports only the following iPod/iPhone models and iPod software
versions. Other may not work correctly.
• iPhone 7
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPhone SE

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• iPhone 6s
• iPhone 6s Plus
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 6 Plus
• iPhone 5s
• iPhone 5c
• iPhone 5
• iPhone 4s
• iPod touch (6th generation)
• iPod touch (5th generation)
• iPod nano (7th generation)

Connecting your iPod

The following connections are available.
• iPod/iPhone with a 30-pin connector
Connecting via CD-IU51 (sold separately)
• iPod/iPhone with a Lightning connector
Connecting via CD-IU52 (sold separately)
For details of connection, refer to the Installation Manual.
NOTES
• Depending on the generation or version of the iPod, some functions may not be available.
• Do not delete the Apple Music® app from your iPod, since some functions may not be available.

1 Connect your iPod/iPhone.

2 Press .
3 Touch [iPod].

Basic operation

Audio source

Description of Audio source screen

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TIP
When you touch text information, all information is displayed by scrolling only when the handbrake is
applied.
Sets a repeat play range for all in the selected list/the current song.

Plays songs within the selected list/album randomly.

English
Displays the hidden function bar.

Selects a song from the list.

Touch the category then the title of the list to playback of the selected list.
NOTE
Each time you connect an iPod/iPhone, it will require extra time to access your
playlist. If there are 10,000 songs on the iPod/iPhone, it will require almost one
hour to populate.
TIP
When you touch Apple Music Radio station in the list screen, Apple Music Radio
screen appears (page 26).
Changes the audiobook speed.

Apple Music® Radio source

Important
Apple Music Radio may not be available in your country or region. For details about Apple Music Radio,
visit the following site: http://www.apple.com/music/
NOTE
This function is only available when using the iPod function with an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone SE,
iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s or iPod
touch (5th and 6th generation).
Description of Apple Music Radio screen
Displays the pop-up menu for Apple Music Radio.
• Touch [Play More Like This] to play back songs similar to the current song.
• Touch [Play Less Like This] to set it not to play back the current song again.
• Touch [Add to iTunes Wish List] to add the current song to the iTunes wish list.
NOTE
This function may not be used depending on your Apple Music account status.

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 Select Apple Music Radio station.
TIP
When you select a song, the audio source screen appears.

AUX

English
The video image or sound can be played via the device connected to AUX input.

CAUTION
For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video
images, stop in a safe place and apply the handbrake.
NOTE
A Mini-jack AV cable (sold separately) is required for connection. For details, refer to the Installation
Manual.

Starting procedure
1 Press .
2 Touch then .
3 Confirm that [AUX Input] is turned on.
4 Press .
5 Touch [AUX].
The AUX screen appears.

Basic operation
Description of AUX screen
TIPS
• Touch anywhere on the screen, the touch panel keys appear.
• You can set the screen size for the video image (page 39).
Switches between the video input and audio input.

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 Using the Karaoke Function
WARNING
• Do not attempt to operate the unit while driving. Make sure to pull off the road and park your vehicle
in a safe location before attempting to use the controls on the device.

English
• A driver should never sing with a microphone while driving. Doing so may result in an accident.
• Do not carelessly leave a microphone for preventing an accident.
• Do not leave a microphone in the car under high temperature hot weather to avoid burns by
touching the microphone.

CAUTION
It is extremely dangerous to allow the microphone lead to become wound around the steering column,
brake pedal or gearstick, which may cause an accident. Be sure to install the microphone in such a way
that it will not obstruct driving.
NOTES
• Use a commercially available dynamic mic and not the supplied microphone.
• This function is not available when the selected source is the following.
– RADIO
– AUX

Starting procedure
1 Insert the stereo mini plug of your microphone into the AUX input jack.
2 Press the KARAOKE button on the screen, then set [AUX Input] to [MIC].
When [AUX Input] is already set to [MIC], the [AUX Input] setting menu does not
appear. Go to Step 3.
3 Select ON on the KARAOKE button on the screen.

Adjusting the microphone volume

1 Press [MIC VOL].
When the karaoke mode is activated, [MIC VOL] appears on the screen.
2 Press - or + to adjust the volume level.
NOTES
• If howling occurs when using the microphone, keep the microphone away from the speaker or lower
the microphone volume.
• [MIC VOL] is return to 0 when the karaoke mode or the product is turned on or off.

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 Settings
You can adjust various settings in the main menu.

Displaying the setting screen

English
1 Press .
2 Touch .
3 Touch one of the following categories, then select the options.
System settings (page 29)
Theme settings (page 34)
Audio settings (page 35)
Video settings (page 37)
Bluetooth settings (page 11)

System settings
The menu items vary according to the source.

[AV Source Settings]

Menu Item Description

[Radio settings] (page 20)
[Bluetooth Audio] Setting Bluetooth audio source activation.
[On] [Off]

[AUX Input]

Menu Item Description

[AUX Input] Set to [MIC] for Karaoke function (page 28).
[Off] [AV] [MIC]

[Camera settings]

A separately sold rear view camera (e.g. ND-BC8) is required for utilising the rear view
camera function. (For details, consult your dealer.)

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▶Rear view camera
This product features a function that automatically switches to the full-screen image of
the rear view camera installed on your vehicle when the gearstick is in the REVERSE (R)
position.
Camera View mode also allows you to check what is behind you while driving.
▶Camera for Camera View mode

English
Camera View can be displayed at all times. Note that with this setting, the camera image
is not resized to fit, and that a portion of what is seen by the camera is not viewable.
To display the camera image, touch [Camera] on the AV source selection screen
(page 17).
NOTE
To set the rear view camera as the camera for Camera View mode, set [Back Camera Input] to [On]
(page 30).

CAUTION
Pioneer recommends the use of a camera which outputs mirror reversed images, otherwise the screen
image may appear reversed.
• Immediately verify whether the display changes to the rear view camera image when the gearstick is
moved to REVERSE (R) from another position.
• When the screen changes to full-screen rear view camera image during normal driving, switch to the
opposite setting in [Camera Polarity].
• If you touch while the camera image is displayed, the displayed image turns off temporarily.

Menu Item Description

[Back Camera Input] Setting rear view camera activation.
[Off] [On]
[Camera Polarity] Setting the polarity of the rear view camera.
[Battery] The polarity of the connected lead is positive.
[Ground] The polarity of the connected lead is negative.
NOTE
This function is available when [Back Camera Input] is set to [On].

[Safe Mode]

Menu Item Description

[Safe Mode] Set the safe mode that regulate operating some functions
[On] [Off] only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the handbrake.

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 [System Language]

Menu Item Description

[System Language] Select the system language.
NOTES
• If the embedded language and the selected language setting are

English
not the same, the text information may not display properly.
• Some characters may not be displayed properly.

[Restore Settings]

Menu Item Description

[Restore Settings] Touch [Restore] to restore the settings to the default
settings.

CAUTION
Do not turn off the engine while restoring the settings.
NOTES
• This setting is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe
place and apply the handbrake.
• The source is turned off and the Bluetooth connection is
disconnected before the process starts.

[Beep Tone]

Menu Item Description

[Beep Tone] Select [Off] to disable the beep sound when the button is
[On] [Off] pressed or the screen is touched.

[Touch panel calibration]

If you feel that the touch panel keys on the screen deviate from the actual positions that
respond to your touch, adjust the response positions of the touch panel screen.
NOTES
• Do not use sharp pointed tools such as ballpoint or mechanical pens. They may damage the screen.
• Do not turn off the engine while saving the adjusted position data.
• This setting is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply the handbrake.

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Menu Item Description
[Touch panel calibration] 1 Touch [Yes].
2 Touch four corners of the screen along the arrows.
3 Press .
The adjustment results are saved.
4 Press once again.

English
Proceed to 16-point adjustment.
5 Gently touch the centre of the [+] mark displayed on
the screen.
The target indicates the order.
• When you press , the previous adjustment
position returns.
• When you press and hold , the adjustment is
cancelled.
6 Press and hold .
The adjustment results are saved.

[Dimmer Settings]

Menu Item Description

[Dimmer Trigger] Setting the dimmer brightness.
[Auto] Switches the dimmer to on or off automatically according
to your vehicle’s headlight turning on or off.
[Manual] Switches the dimmer to on or off manually.
[Time] Switches the dimmer to on or off at the time you adjusted.
[Day/Night] Setting the dimmer duration by day or night.
You can use this function when [Manual] is set to [Dimmer
Trigger].
[Day] Turns the dimmer function to off.
[Night] Turns the dimmer function to on.

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 Menu Item Description
[Dimmer Duration] Adjust the time that the dimmer is turned on or off by
dragging the cursors or touching or .
You can use this function when [Dimmer Trigger] is set to
[Time].
TIPS

English
• Each touch of or moves the cursor backwards or
forwards in the 15 minute width.
• When the cursors are placed on the same point, the dimmer
available time is 0 hours.
• When the cursor for off time setting is placed on the left end and
the cursor for on time setting is placed on the right end, the
dimmer available time is 0 hours.
• When the cursor for on time setting is placed on the left end and
the cursor for off time setting is placed on the right end, the
dimmer available time is 24 hours.
NOTES
• The time display of the dimmer duration adjusting bar depends
on the clock display setting (page 38).
• This setting is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe
place and apply the handbrake.

[Picture Adjustment]

You can adjust the picture for each source and rear view camera.

CAUTION
For safety reasons, you cannot use some of these functions while your vehicle is in motion. To enable
these functions, you must stop in a safe place and apply the handbrake.

To adjust following menu, touch , , , to adjust.

Menu Item Description
[Brightness] Adjust the black intensity.
[-24] to [+24]
[Contrast] Adjust the contrast.
[-24] to [+24]
[Colour]* Adjust the colour saturation.
[-24] to [+24]
[Hue]* Adjust the tone of colour (which colour is emphasised, red,
[-24] to [+24] or green).
[Dimmer] Adjust the brightness of the display.
[+1] to [+48]

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* With some pictures, you cannot adjust [Hue] and [Colour].
NOTES
• The adjustments of [Brightness], [Contrast], and [Dimmer] are stored separately when your vehicle's
headlights are off (daytime) and on (nighttime).
• [Brightness] and [Contrast] are switched automatically depending on the setting of [Dimmer
Settings].
• [Dimmer] can be changed the setting or the time to switch it to on or off (page 32).

English
• The picture adjustment may not be available with some rear view cameras.
• The setting contents can be memorised separately.

[USB MTP]

Menu Item Description

[USB MTP] Set to [On] when using the MTP connection.
[On] [Off]

Theme settings
Menu Item Description
[Background] Select the wall paper from the preset items in this product.
[Home] [AV] The wall paper can be set from selections for the top menu
screen and AV operation screen.
Preset Display Select the desired preset background display.
(off ) Hides the background display.
[Illumination]* Select an illumination colour from the colour list or create a
defined colour.
Coloured Keys Select the desired preset colour.
(custom) Displays the screen to customise the illumination colour.
To customise the defined colour, touch then touch
or to adjust the brightness and the level of red, green
and blue to create favourite colour.
To store the customised colour in the memory, touch and
hold [Memo], and the customised colour will be available
at the next illumination setting by pressing .
TIP
You can also adjust the colour tone by dragging the colour bar.
(rainbow) Shifts gradually between the preset colours in sequence.
[Theme]* Select the theme colour.
* You can preview the top menu screen or the AV operation screen by touching [Home] or [AV]
respectively.

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 Audio settings
The menu items vary according to the source. Some of the menu items become
unavailable when the volume is set to mute.
Menu Item Description
[Graphic EQ] Select or customise the equaliser curve.

English
[S.Bass] [Powerful] Select a curve that you want to use as the basis of customising
[Natural] [Vocal] [Flat] then touch the frequency that you want to adjust.
[Custom1] [Custom2]
TIPS
• If you make adjustments when a curve [S.Bass], [Powerful],
[Natural], [Vocal], or [Flat] is selected, the equaliser curve settings
will be changed to [Custom1] mandatorily.
• If you make adjustments when the [Custom2] curve is selected
for example, the [Custom2] curve will be updated.
• [Custom1] and [Custom2] curves can be created common to all sources.
[Fader/Balance] Touch or to adjust the front/rear speaker balance. Set
[Front] and [Rear] to [0] when using a dual speaker system.
Touch or to adjust the left/right speaker balance.
TIP
You can also set the value by dragging the point on the displayed table.
NOTE
Only the fader can be adjusted when [Rear] is selected as the
speaker mode.
[Source Level Adjuster] Adjust the volume level of each source to prevent radical
[-4] to [+4] changes in volume when switching between sources other
than FM.
Touch or to adjust the source volume after
comparing the FM tuner volume level with the level of the
source.
TIP
If you directly touch the area where the cursor can be moved, the
SLA (source level adjustment) setting will be changed to the value
of the touched point.
NOTES
• Settings are based on the FM tuner volume level, which remains
unchanged.
• This function is not available when the FM tuner is selected as
the AV source.
[Subwoofer] Select enable or disable subwoofer output from this
[On] [Off] product.

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Menu Item Description
[Speaker Level] Adjust the speaker output level of the listening position.
[Front Left] [Front Right] 1 Touch or to select the listening position then
[Rear Left] [Rear Right] select the output speaker.
[Subwoofer] [Listening 2 Touch or to adjust the selected speaker output
Position] level.

English
NOTE
For rear speaker, this function is available only when [Rear] is
selected in [Rear Speaker Output].
[Crossover] Select a speaker unit (filter) to adjust the HPF or LPF cut-off
frequency and the slope for each speaker unit (page 36).
[Subwoofer Settings] Select the subwoofer phase, LPF cut-off frequency and the
slope (page 36).
[Listening Position] Select a listening position that you want to make as the
[Off] [Front-L] [Front-R] centre of sound effects.
[Front] [All]
[Time Alignment] Select or customise the time alignment settings to reflect
[Front Left] [Front Right] the distance between the listener’s position and each
[Rear Left] [Rear Right] speaker. You need to measure the distance between the
[Subwoofer] [Listening head of the listener and each speaker unit.
Position] 1 Touch or to select the listening position then
select the alignment speaker.
2 Touch or to input the distance between the
selected speaker and listening position.
NOTE
This function is available only when the listening position setting
is set to [Front Left] or [Front Right].
[Bass Boost] Adjust the bass boost level.
[0] to [+6]
[Rear Speaker Output] Select the rear speaker output.
[Rear] [Subwoofer]
NOTE
This function is available when the source is off.
[Loudness] Compensates for deficiencies in the low-frequency and
[Off] [Low] [Mid] [High] high-frequency ranges at low volume.
NOTE
This function is not available while you make or receive a call using
the hands-free function.

Adjusting the cutoff frequency value

You can adjust the cutoff frequency value of each speaker.

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The following speakers can be adjusted:
Front, Rear, Subwoofer.
NOTE
[Subwoofer Settings] is available only when [Subwoofer] is [On].
1 Press .
2 Touch then .

English
3 Touch [Crossover] or [Subwoofer Settings].
4 Touch or to switch the speaker.
5 Touch or to set the cutoff position.
6 Touch or to set the cutoff slope.
The following items can also be set.
Switches the subwoofer phase between normal and reverse position.

LPF/HPF Switches the LPF/HPF setting to [On] or [Off].

Video settings
The menu items vary according to the source.

[Time Per Photo Slide]

Menu Item Description

[Time Per Photo Slide] Select the interval of image file slideshows on this product.
[5sec] [10sec] [15sec]
[Manual]

[Video Signal Setting]

Menu Item Description

[AUX] Select the suitable video signal setting when you connect
[Auto] [PAL] [NTSC] [PAL- this product to an AUX equipment.
M] [PAL-N] [SECAM]
[Camera] Select the suitable video signal setting when you connect
[Auto] [PAL] [NTSC] [PAL- this product to a rear view camera.
M] [PAL-N] [SECAM]

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 Favourite menu
Registering your favourite menu items in shortcuts allows you to quickly jump to the
registered menu screen by a simple touch on the [Favourites] screen.
NOTE

English
Up to 12 menu items can be registered in the favourite menu.

Creating a shortcut
1 Press then touch .
2 Touch the star icon of the menu item.
The star icon for the selected menu is filled in.
TIP
To cancel the registration, touch the star icon in the menu column again.

Selecting/removing a shortcut
1 Press then touch .
2 Touch .
3 To select, touch the menu item.
To remove, touch and hold the favourite menu column.
The selected menu item is removed from the [Favourites] screen.

Other functions
Setting the time and date
1 Touch the current time on the screen.
2 Touch or to set the correct time and date.
You can operate the following items: Year, month, date, hour, minute.
TIPS
• You can change the time display format to [12hour] or [24hour].

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• You can change the order of date display format: Day-month, Month-day.

Changing the wide screen mode

You can set the screen mode for AV screen and image files.
1 Touch the screen display mode key.

English
Screen display mode key

2 Touch the desired mode.

[Full] Displays 16:9 images on the full screen without changing the ratio.
NOTE
Video images are enlarged or reduced to fit on the screen, and the original aspect
ratio is maintained.
[Zoom] Displays the images enlarging them vertically.
[Normal] Video images are reduced horizontally in comparison to [Full] mode.
Still images are enlarged or reduced to fit on the screen, and the original aspect
ratio is maintained.
[Trimming] An image is displayed across the entire screen with the horizontal-to-vertical ratio
left as is. If the screen ratio differs from the image, the image may be displayed
partly cut off either at the top/bottom or sides.
NOTE
[Trimming] is for image files only.

TIPS
• Different settings can be stored for each video source.
• When a video is viewed in wide screen mode that does not match its original aspect ratio, it may
appear different.
• Enlarged images may appear coarser.
NOTE
Image files can be set to either [Normal] or [Trimming] in wide screen mode.

Restoring this product to the default settings

You can restore settings or recorded content to the default settings from [Restore
Settings] in the [System] menu (page 31).

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 – Update the iPod software version.
Appendix → An error has occurred.
– Reconnect the iPod with the USB
interface cable for iPod/iPhone.
– Park your vehicle in a safe place, and
Troubleshooting then turn off the ignition switch (ACC
OFF). Subsequently, turn the ignition

English
If you have problems operating this switch to on (ACC ON) again.
product, refer to this section. The most – Update the iPod software version.
common problems are listed below, along → Cables are not connected correctly.
with likely causes and solutions. If a – Connect the cables correctly.
solution to your problem cannot be found
here, contact your dealer or the nearest Sound from the iPod cannot be heard.
authorised Pioneer service facility. → The audio output direction may switch
automatically when the Bluetooth and
USB connections are used at the same
Common problems time.
– Use the iPod to change the audio
A black screen is displayed, and output direction.
operation is not possible using the touch
panel keys. Problems with the phone screen
→ Power off mode is on.
– Press any button on this product to
release the mode. Dialling is impossible because the touch
panel keys for dialling are inactive.
→ Your phone is out of range for service.
Problems with the AV screen – Retry after re-entering the range for
service.
The screen is covered by a caution → The connection between the mobile
message and the video cannot be shown. phone and this product cannot be
→ The handbrake lead is not connected or established.
the handbrake is not applied. – Perform the connection process.
– Connect the handbrake lead correctly, → Of the two mobile phones connected to
and apply the handbrake. this product at the same time, if the first
→ The handbrake interlock is activated. phone is dialling, ringing or a call is in
– Park your vehicle in a safe place and progress, dialling cannot be performed
apply the handbrake. on the second phone.
– When the operation on the first of the
The icon is displayed, and operation is two mobile phones is completed, use
impossible. the switch devices key to switch to the
→ The operation is not compatible with second phone and then dial.
the video configuration.
iPod cannot be operated. Error messages
→ The iPod is frozen.
– Reconnect the iPod with the USB When problems occur with this product, an
interface cable for iPod/iPhone. error message appears on the display.

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Refer to the table below to identify the – Disconnect the cable from the iPod.
problem, then take the suggested Once the iPod’s main menu is
corrective action. If the error persists, displayed, reconnect the iPod and
record the error message and contact your reset it.
dealer or your nearest Pioneer service
centre. Error-02-60
→ The iPod firmware version is old.
– Update the iPod version.

English
Common
Bluetooth
AMP Error
→ This product fails to operate or the
speaker connection is incorrect; the Error-10
protective circuit is activated. → The power failed for the Bluetooth
– Check the speaker connection. If the module of this product.
message fails to disappear even after – Turn the ignition switch to OFF and
the engine is switched off/on, contact then to ON.
your dealer or an authorised Pioneer If the error message is still displayed after
Service Station for assistance. performing the above action, please
contact your dealer or an authorised
Pioneer Service Station.
USB storage device

Error-02-9X/-DX Detailed information

→ Communication failed. for playable media
– Turn the ignition switch OFF and back
ON.
– Disconnect the USB storage device.
– Change to a different source. Then, Compatibility
return to the USB storage device.
Common notes about the USB storage
Skipped device
→ The connected USB storage device • Do not leave the USB storage device in
contains DRM protected files. any location with high temperatures.
– The protected files are skipped. • Depending on the kind of the USB
storage device you use, this product may
Protect
not recognise the storage device or files
→ All the files on the connected USB
may not be played back properly.
storage device are embedded with
• The text information of some audio and
DRM.
video files may not be correctly
– Replace the USB storage device.
displayed.
• File extensions must be used properly.
iPod • There may be a slight delay when starting
playback of files on an USB storage
Error-02-6X device with complex folder hierarchies.
→ iPod failure. • Operations may vary depending on the
kind of an USB storage device.

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• It may not be possible to play some music • This product corresponds to a DivX file
files from USB because of file display of up to 1 590 minutes 43
characteristics, file format, recorded seconds. Search operations beyond this
application, playback environment, time limit are prohibited.
storage conditions, and so on. • For details on the DivX video versions
that can be played on this product, refer
USB storage device compatibility
to Specifications (page 46).
• For details about USB storage device

English
• For more details about DivX, visit the
compatibility with this product, refer to following site: http://www.divx.com/
Specifications (page 46).
• Protocol: bulk DivX subtitle files
• You cannot connect a USB storage device • Srt format subtitle files with the
to this product via a USB hub. extension “.srt” can be used.
• Partitioned USB storage device is not • Only one subtitle file can be used for each
compatible with this product. DivX file. Multiple subtitle files cannot be
• Firmly secure the USB storage device associated.
when driving. Do not let the USB storage • Subtitle files that are named with the
device fall onto the floor, where it may same character string as the DivX file
become jammed under the brake or before the extension are associated with
accelerator. the DivX file. The character strings before
• There may be a slight delay when starting the extension must be exactly the same.
playback of audio files encoded with However, if there is only one DivX file and
image data. one subtitle file in a single folder, the files
• Some USB storage devices connected to are associated even if the file names are
this product may generate noise on the not the same.
radio. • The subtitle file must be stored in the
• Do not connect anything other than the same folder as the DivX file.
USB storage device. • Up to 255 subtitle files may be used. Any
The sequence of audio files on USB storage more subtitle files will not be recognised.
device. • Up to 64 characters can be used for the
For USB storage device, the sequence is name of the subtitle file, including the
different from that of USB storage device. extension. If more than 64 characters are
used for the file name, the subtitle file
Handling guidelines and supplemental
may not be recognised.
information • The character code for the subtitle file
• This product is not compatible with the should comply with ISO-8859-1. Using
Multi Media Card (MMC). characters other than ISO-8859-1 may
• Copyright protected files cannot be cause the characters to be displayed
played back. incorrectly.
Common notes about DivX files • The subtitles may not be displayed
correctly if the displayed characters in the
Notes specific to DivX files subtitle file include control code.
• Only DivX files downloaded from DivX • For materials that use a high transfer rate,
partner sites are guaranteed for proper the subtitles and video may not be
operation. Unauthorised DivX files may completely synchronised.
not operate properly.

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• If multiple subtitles are programmed to Sampling frequency: 8, 11.025, 12, 16,
display within a very short time frame, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
such as 0.1 seconds, the subtitles may not
WAV compatibility
be displayed at the correct time.
• The sampling frequency shown in the
display may be rounded.
Media compatibility chart
USB storage device

English
General File extension: .wav
• Maximum playback time of audio file Format: Linear PCM (LPCM)
stored on an USB storage device: 7.5 h Bit rate: Approx. 1.5 Mbps
(450 minutes) Sampling frequency: 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1,
48 kHz
USB storage device
File system: FAT16/FAT32 AAC compatibility
Maximum number of directory: 8 • This product plays back only LC-AAC files
Maximum number of folders: 300 encoded by iTunes.
Maximum number of files: 15 000
USB storage device
Playable file types: MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV,
DivX, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, JPEG, BMP File extension: .aac, .m4a
Bit rate: 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96,
MP3 compatibility 112, 128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps
• Ver. 2.x of ID3 tag is prioritised when both (CBR), VBR
Ver. 1.x and Ver. 2.x exist. Sampling frequency: 8, 11.025, 12, 16,
• This product is not compatible with the 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 64, 88.2, 96 kHz
following: MP3i (MP3 interactive), mp3
DivX compatibility
PRO, m3u playlist
• tag information can be displayed with • This product is not compatible with the
the language set by the system language following: DivX Ultra format, DivX files
setting. without video data, DivX files encoded
with LPCM (Linear PCM) audio codec
USB storage device • If a file contains more than 4 GB, playback
File extension: .mp3 stops before the end.
Bit rate: 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, • Some special operations may be
112, 128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320 kbps prohibited because of the composition of
(CBR), VBR DivX files.
Sampling frequency: 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1,
Video files compatibility (USB)
48 kHz
ID3 tag: ID3 tag Ver. 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 • Files may not be played back properly
depending on the environment in which
WMA compatibility the file was created or on the contents of
• This product is not compatible with the the file.
following: Windows Media™ Audio 9 • This product is not compatible with
Professional, Lossless, Voice packet write data transfer.
• Folder selection sequence or other
USB storage device
operations may be altered, depending on
File extension: .wma the encoding or writing software.
Bit rate: 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96,
112, 128, 144, 160, 192 kbps (CBR)

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.avi • This product includes technology owned
Format: MPEG-4/DivX by Microsoft Corporation and cannot be
Compatible video codec: MPEG4 (part2)/ used or distributed without a license
DivX (Home Theater Profile) from Microsoft Licensing, Inc.
Maximum resolution: 720 pixels × 576
pixels DivX
Maximum frame rate: 30 fps

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• Files may not be able to be played back
DivX® Home Theater Certified devices have been
depending on the bit rate. tested for high-quality DivX Home Theater video
.mpg/.mpeg playback (including .avi, .divx). When you see
the DivX logo, you know you have the freedom
Format: MPEG-1 PS/MPEG-2 PS
to play your favorite videos.
Compatible video codec: MPEG-1/MPEG-2 DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are
Maximum resolution: 720 pixels × 576 trademarks of DivX, LLC and are used under
pixels license.
Maximum frame rate: 30 fps This DivX Certified® device can play DivX® Home
Theater video files up to 576p (including .avi,
.divx .divx).
Format: MPEG-4/DivX Download free software at www.divx.com to
Compatible video codec: MPEG4 (part2)/ create, play and cast digital videos.
DivX (Home Theater Profile)
Maximum resolution: 720 pixels × 576
pixels
AAC
Maximum frame rate: 30 fps
• Files may not be able to be played back AAC is short for Advanced Audio Coding
depending on the bit rate. and refers to an audio compression
technology standard used with MPEG-2
Example of a hierarchy and MPEG-4. Several applications can be
used to encode AAC files, but file formats
NOTE
and extensions differ depending on the
This product assigns folder numbers. The
application which is used to encode. This
user cannot assign folder numbers.
unit plays back AAC files encoded by
iTunes.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
Detailed information
registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth regarding connected iPod
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by PIONEER
CORPORATION is under license. Other devices
trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners. • Pioneer accepts no responsibility for data
lost from an iPod, even if that data is lost
WMA while using this product. Please back up
your iPod data regularly.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark • Do not leave the iPod in direct sunlight
or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the for extended amounts of time. Extended
United States and/or other countries. exposure to direct sunlight can result in

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 iPod malfunction due to the resulting
high temperature. Notice regarding video
• Do not leave the iPod in any location with viewing
high temperatures.
• Firmly secure the iPod when driving. Do
Remember that use of this system for
not let the iPod fall onto the floor, where
commercial or public viewing purposes
it may become jammed under the brake
may constitute an infringement on the

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or accelerator.
author’s rights as protected by the
• For details, refer to the iPod manuals.
Copyright Law.
iPhone, iPod and Lightning
Notice regarding MP3
Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an
accessory has been designed to connect file usage
specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in
the badge, and has been certified by the Supply of this product only conveys a
developer to meet Apple performance license for private, non-commercial use
standards. Apple is not responsible for the and does not convey a license nor imply
operation of this device or its compliance with any right to use this product in any
safety and regulatory standards.
commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real
Please note that the use of this accessory with
an Apple product may affect wireless
time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite,
performance. cable and/or any other media),
iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, iPod touch, and broadcasting/streaming via internet,
Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc., intranets and/or other networks or in other
registered in the U.S. and other countries. electronic content distribution systems,
such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand
iOS applications. An independent license for
such use is required. For details, please visit
iOS is a trademark on which Cisco holds http://www.mp3licensing.com.
the trademark right in the US and certain
other countries. Using the LCD screen
iTunes correctly
iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Handling the LCD screen
Apple Music • When the LCD screen is subjected to
direct sunlight for a long period of time, it
Apple Music is a trademark of Apple Inc., will become very hot, resulting in
registered in the U.S. and other countries. possible damage to the LCD screen.
When not using this product, avoid
exposing it to direct sunlight as much as
possible.

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• The LCD screen should be used within and then wipe the screen with a soft dry
the temperature ranges shown in cloth.
Specifications on page 46. • When wiping the LCD screen, take care
• Do not use the LCD screen at not to scratch the surface. Do not use
temperatures higher or lower than the harsh or abrasive chemical cleaners.
operating temperature range, because
the LCD screen may not operate normally LED (light-emitting diode)

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and could be damaged.
backlight
• The LCD screen is exposed in order to
increase its visibility within the vehicle. A light emitting diode is used inside the
Please do not press strongly on it as this display to illuminate the LCD screen.
may damage it. • At low temperatures, using the LED
• Do not push the LCD screen with backlight may increase image lag and
excessive force as this may scratch it. degrade the image quality because of the
• Never touch the LCD screen with characteristics of the LCD screen. Image
anything besides your finger when quality will improve with an increase in
operating the touch panel functions. The temperature.
LCD screen can scratch easily. • The product lifetime of the LED backlight
is more than 10 000 hours. However, it
Liquid crystal display (LCD) may decrease if used in high
screen temperatures.
• If the LED backlight reaches the end of its
• If the LCD screen is near the vent of an air product lifetime, the screen will become
conditioner, make sure that air from the dimmer and the image will no longer be
air conditioner is not blowing on it. Heat visible. In that case, please consult your
from the heater may break the LCD dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer
screen, and cool air from the cooler may Service Station.
cause moisture to form inside this
product, resulting in possible damage.
• Small black dots or white dots (bright
Specifications
dots) may appear on the LCD screen.
These are due to the characteristics of the General
LCD screen and do not indicate a Rated power source:
malfunction. 14.4 V DC (10.8 V to 15.1 V allowable)
• The LCD screen will be difficult to see if it Earthing system:
is exposed to direct sunlight. Negative type
• When using a mobile phone, keep the Maximum current consumption:
aerial of the mobile phone away from the 10.0 A
LCD screen to prevent disruption of the Dimensions (W × H × D):
video in the form of disturbances such as DIN
spots or coloured stripes. Chassis:
178 mm × 100 mm × 152 mm
Nose:
Maintaining the LCD screen
188 mm × 118 mm × 12 mm
• When removing dust from or cleaning D
the LCD screen, first turn this product off

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 Chassis: Frequency:
178 mm × 100 mm × 159 mm 25 Hz/31.5 Hz/40 Hz/50 Hz/63 Hz/80
Nose: Hz/100 Hz/125 Hz/160 Hz/200 Hz/250
171 mm × 97 mm × 5 mm Hz
Weight: Slope:
1.1 kg -6 dB/oct, -12 dB/oct, -18 dB/oct, -24
dB/oct, -30 dB/oct, -36 dB/oct, OFF
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Phase: Normal/Reverse
Screen size/aspect ratio: Time alignment:
6.2 inch wide/16:9 (effective display area: 0 to 140 step (2.5 cm/step)
137.52 mm × 77.232 mm) Bass boost:
Pixels: Gain: +12 dB to 0 dB
1 152 000 (2 400 × 480) Speaker level:
Display method: +10 dB to -24 dB (1 dB/step)
TFT Active matrix driving
Colour system: USB
PAL/NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM USB 1.1, USB 2.0 full speed, USB 2.0 high
compatible speed
Durable temperature range: Max current supply: 1.0 A
-10 ˚C to +60 ˚C (Power off ) USB Class:
MSC (Mass Storage Class), MTP (Media
Audio
Transfer Protocol)
Maximum power output: File system: FAT16, FAT32
• 50 W × 4 ch/4 Ω <USB audio>
• 50 W × 2 ch/4 Ω + 70 W × 1 ch/2 Ω (for MP3 decoding format:
subwoofer) MPEG-1 & 2 & 2.5 Audio Layer 3
Continuous power output: WMA decoding format:
22 W × 4 (50 Hz to 15 kHz, 5 %THD, 4 Ω Ver. 7, 7.1, 8, 9, 9.1, 9.2 (2 ch audio)
LOAD, Both Channels Driven) (Windows Media Player)
Load impedance: AAC decoding format:
4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω [2 Ω for 1 ch] allowable) MPEG-4 AAC (iTunes encoded only):
Preout output level (max): 2.0 V .m4a (Ver. 10.6 and earlier)
Equaliser (13-Band Graphic Equaliser): WAV signal format:
Frequency: Linear PCM : wav
50 Hz/80 Hz/125 Hz/200 Hz/315 Hz/ Sampling frequency:
500 Hz/800 Hz/1.25 kHz/2 kHz/3.15 Linear PCM:
kHz/5 kHz/8 kHz/12.5 kHz 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/44.1
Gain: ±12 dB (2 dB/step) kHz/48 kHz
HPF: <USB image>
Frequency: JPEG decoding format:
25 Hz/31.5 Hz/40 Hz/50 Hz/63 Hz/80 .jpeg, .jpg, .jpe
Hz/100 Hz/125 Hz/160 Hz/200 Hz/250 Pixel Sampling: 4:2:2, 4:2:0
Hz Decode Size:
Slope: MAX: 8 192 (H) × 7 680 (W)
-6 dB/oct, -12 dB/oct, -18 dB/oct, -24 MIN: 32 (H) × 32 (W)
dB/oct, OFF
Subwoofer/LPF:

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BMP decoding format: NOTE
.bmp Specifications and design are subject to possible
Decode Size: modifications without notice due to
MAX: 1 920 (H) × 936 (W) improvements.
MIN: 32 (H) × 32 (W)
<USB video>
DivX decoding format:

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Home Theater (Except ultra and HD) : avi,
divx
MPEG video decoding format:
MPEG1 (Low Level), MPEG2 (Main Level),
MPEG4 (part2) (Main Level)
Bluetooth
Version:
Bluetooth 3.0 certified
Output power:
+4 dBm Max. (Power class 2)
Frequency band:
2 400 MHz to 2 483.5 MHz
FM tuner
Frequency range:
87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
Usable sensitivity:
12 dBf (1.1 μV/75 Ω, mono, S/N: 30 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio:
72 dB (IEC-A network)
MW tuner
Frequency range:
531 kHz to 1 602 kHz (9 kHz)
Usable sensitivity:
28 μV (S/N: 20 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio:
62 dB (IEC-A network)
LW tuner
Frequency range:
153 kHz to 281 kHz
Usable sensitivity:
30 μV (S/N: 20 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio:
62 dB (IEC-A network)

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