Pioneer AVH-P7550DVD User Manual

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Operation Manual

7 inch Wide Fully Motorized LCD Color Display with 5Channel High-Power DVD/VCD/CD Receiver

AVH-P7550DVD

English

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Contents

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away

in a safe place for future reference.

Protecting your unit from theft 22

Be sure to read this

! Playable discs 6 ! DVD video disc region numbers 6 ! When an operation is prohibited 9

Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 5 To ensure safe driving 5 To avoid battery exhaustion 5

Tuner

Listening to the radio 24 Introduction of advanced tuner

operation 25

Storing and recalling broadcast

frequencies 25 Tuning in strong signals 25 Storing the strongest broadcast

frequencies 26

Before You Start

About this unit 6 About this manual 6 Precautions 6 Features 7 To protect the LCD screen 8 For viewing LCD comfortably 8 Condition memory 8 What the marks on DVDs indicate 8 Resetting the microprocessor 9 Use and care of the remote control 9 Feature demo 10

Whats What

Head unit 11 Remote control 13

Basic Operations

Turning the unit on and selecting a

source 16 Loading a disc 17 Adjusting the volume 17 Turning the unit off 17 Using the rear display 17 Touch panel key basic operation 18 Opening and closing the LCD panel 19 Changing the wide screen mode 20 Adjusting the picture adjustment 21

Playing DVD audio discs

Listening a DVD audio 27 Operating the DVD menu 28 Skipping back or forward to another

group 28 Stopping playback 28 Introduction of advanced DVD audio

operation 29 Repeating play 29 Playing tracks in a random order 29 Scanning tracks 29 Pausing DVD audio playback 30 Browsing still pictures 30 Frame-by-frame playback 30 Slow motion playback 31 Searching for a desired track or group 31 Changing audio language during playback

(Multi-audio) 32 Changing the subtitle language during

playback (Multi-subtitle) 32 Changing the viewing angle during playback

(Multi-angle) 32 Using the dynamic range control 33

Playing DVD video discs

Watching a DVD video 34 Operating the DVD menu 35 Skipping back or forward to another title 35

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Stopping playback 35 Introduction of advanced DVD video

operation 36 Repeating play 36 Pausing DVD video playback 36 Frame-by-frame playback 36 Slow motion playback 37 Searching for a desired scene, starting

playback from a specified time 37 Changing audio language during playback

(Multi-audio) 38 Changing the subtitle language during

playback (Multi-subtitle) 38 Changing the viewing angle during playback

(Multi-angle) 39 Using the dynamic range control 39

Playing Video CDs

Watching a Video CD 40 Operating the menu 41 Stopping playback 41 Introduction of advanced Video CD

operation 42 Repeating play 42 Pausing Video CD playback 42 Frame-by-frame playback 43 Slow motion playback 43 Searching for a desired scene, starting

playback from a specified time 43 Selecting audio output 44

Playing CDs

Listening a CD 45 Stopping playback 45 Introduction of advanced CD operation 46 Repeating play 46 Playing tracks in a random order 46 Scanning tracks of a CD 46 Pausing CD playback 47 Entering disc titles 47

Using CD TEXT functions 48

Playing MP3

Listening MP3 49 Stopping playback 50 Introduction of advanced MP3 operation 50 Repeating play 51 Playing tracks in a random order 51 Scanning folders and tracks 51 Pausing MP3 playback 51 Displaying text information on MP3

discs 52 Scrolling text information in the display 52 Selecting tracks from the file name list 52

Multi-CD Player

Listening a CD 53 50-disc multi-CD player 53 Introduction of advanced multi-CD player

operation 54 Repeating play 54 Playing tracks in a random order 54 Scanning CDs and tracks 55 Pausing CD playback 55 Using ITS playlists 55 Using disc title functions 56 Using CD TEXT functions 58 Using compression and bass emphasis 58

TV tuner

Watching the TV tuner 59 Introduction of advanced TV tuner

operation 60 Storing and recalling broadcast stations 60 Storing the strongest broadcast stations

sequentially 60 Selecting the country group 61

DVD Player Playing a disc 62

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Turning the DVD player on or off 63 Selecting a disc 63 Introduction of advanced DVD player

operation 63 Repeating play 63 Pausing disc playback 64 Playing tracks in a random order 64 Scanning tracks of a CD 64 Using ITS playlists 64 Using disc title functions 64

Audio Adjustments

Introduction of audio adjustments 65 Using the equalizer 66 Using the auto-equalizer 67 Using the position selector 68 Using balance adjustment 68 Adjusting source levels 68 Using the direct control 69 Using the Dolby Pro Logic B 69 Setting the speaker setting 70 Selecting a cut-off frequency 71 Adjusting the speaker output levels 71 Adjusting the speaker output levels using a

test tone 71 Using the time alignment 72 Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and

auto-equalizing) 73

Setting up the DVD player

Introduction of DVD setup adjustments 76 Setting the subtitle language 76 Setting the audio language 77 Setting the menu language 77 Setting assist subtitles on or off 77 Setting angle icon display 78 Setting the aspect ratio 78 Setting the parental lock 78 To play back bonus groups 79 Setting remote control code type 79

Initial Settings

Adjusting initial settings 81 Setting the FM tuning step 81 Setting the AM tuning step 81 Switching the warning tone 82 Switching the auxiliary setting 82 Correcting distorted sound 82 Switching the sound muting/attenuation 82 Switching the automatic disc playback 82 Switching the dimmer setting for sub-

display 83

Resetting the audio functions 83

Other Functions

Introduction of setup adjustments 84 Setting the video input 84 Setting for back-up camera 84 Setting the clock 85 Setting the automatic open function 85 Adjusting the LCD panel slide position 86 Setting the video of rear display 86 Using the AUX source 86 Switching the background display 87 Using the PGM button 87

Additional Information

Troubleshooting 88 Error messages 90 Understanding auto TA and EQ error

messages 91 DVD player and care 92 DVD discs 92 CD-R/CD-RW discs 92 MP3 files 93 Using the display correctly 94 Language code chart for DVD 96 Terms 97 Specifications 100

Index 102

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Precautions

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Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Please read all of these instructions regarding your display and retain them for future reference.

1 Read this manual fully and carefully before

operating your display.

2 Keep this manual handy for future refer-

ence.

3 Pay close attention to all warnings in this

manual and follow the instructions carefully.

4 Do not allow other persons to use this sys-

tem until they have read and understood the operating instructions.

5 Do not install the display 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 (iii) impair the drivers ability to safely operate the vehicle.

6 As with any accessory in your vehiclesin-

terior, the display should not divert your attention from the safe operation of your vehicle. If you experience difficulty in operating the system or reading the display, please park safely before making adjustments.

7 Do not attempt to install or service your

display by yourself. Installation or servicing of the display 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 or other hazards.

8 Please remember to wear 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.

To ensure safe driving

WARNING

! To avoid the risk of accident and the potential

violation of applicable laws, this unit is not for use with a video screen that is visible to the driver.

! In some countries or states the viewing of

images on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed.

This unit detects whether your cars parking brake is engaged or not, and prevents you from watching a DVD or TV on this display while driving. When you attempt to watch a DVD or TV, the warning VIDEO VIEWING IS NOT AVAILABLE WHILE DRIVING will appear on the screen. To watch a DVD or TV on this display, park your car in a safe place and apply the parking brake.

When using a display connected to REAR MONITOR OUT

This units REAR MONITOR OUT is for connection of a display to enable passengers in the rear seats to watch the DVD or TV.

WARNING

NEVER install the display in a location that enables the driver to watch the DVD or TV while driving.

To avoid battery exhaustion

Be sure to run the vehicle engine while using this unit. Using this unit without running the engine can result in battery drainage.

WARNING

Do not use with vehicles that do not feature an ACC position.

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Before You Start

About this unit

Playable discs

DVD, Video CD and CD discs that display the logos shown below can be played back on this player.

DVD audio

DVD video

Video CD

The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers.

About this manual

This unit features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and operation. All the functions have been designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory. This operation manual will help you benefit fully from this units potential and to maximize your listening enjoyment. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the functions and their operation by reading through the manual before you begin using this unit. It is especially important that you read and observe precautions on this page and in other sections.

Note

This player can only playback discs bearing the marks shown above.

DVD video disc region numbers

DVD video discs that have incompatible region numbers cannot be played on this player. The region number of the player can be found on the bottom of this unit.

Precautions

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.

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! Keep this manual handy as a reference for

operating procedures and precautions.

! Always keep the volume low enough so you

can hear sounds outside of the car.

! Protect this unit from moisture. ! If the battery is disconnected or dis-

charged, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed.

! If this unit does not operate properly, con-

tact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

Features

Touch panel key operation

It is possible to operate this unit by using touch panel key.

DVD audio playback

It is possible to play back DVD audio.

DVD video playback

It is possible to play back DVD video, DVD-R (video mode) and DVD-RW (video mode).

Video CDs featuring PBC compatibility

It is possible to play back Video CDs featuring PBC (playback control).

works or in other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://www.mp3licensing.com.

NTSC/PAL compatibility

This unit is NTSC/PAL system compatible. When connecting other components to this unit, be sure components are compatible with the same video system or else images will not be correctly reproduced.

Dolby Digital/DTS compatibility

You can enjoy the atmosphere and excitement provided by DVD movie and music software featuring 5.1 channel recordings. ! Manufactured under license from Dolby La-

boratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

! DTS and DTS Digital Surround are regis-

tered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Before You Start

CD playback

Music CD/CD-R/CD-RW playback is possible.

MP3 file playback

It is possible to play back MP3 files recorded on CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW (ISO9660 Level 1/ Level 2 standard recordings). ! Supply of this product only conveys a li-

cense for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), broadcasting/streaming via internet, intranets and/or other net-

Multi-aspect

Switching between wide screen, letter box and panscan display is possible.

Multi-audio

You can switch between multiple audio systems recorded on a DVD as desired.

Multi-subtitle

You can switch between multiple subtitle languages recorded on a DVD as desired.

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Multi-angle

You can switch between multiple viewing angles of a scene recorded on a DVD as desired.

Note

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

To protect the LCD screen

! Do not allow direct sunlight to fall on the

display when this unit is not being used. Extended exposure to direct sunlight can result in LCD screen malfunction due to the resulting high temperatures.

! When using a portable phone, keep the an-

tenna of the portable phone away from the display to prevent disruption of the video by the appearance of spots, colored stripes, etc.

For viewing LCD comfortably

Due to its construction, the view angle of the LCD screen is limited. The viewing angle (vertical and horizontal) can be increased, however, by using BRIGHT to adjust the black density of the video. When using for the first time, adjust the black density in accordance with the viewing angle (vertical and horizontal) to adjust for clear viewing. DIMMER can also be used to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen itself to suit your personal preference.

Condition memory

This function memorizes audio language, subtitle language, angle number and aspect ratio made during disc playback for up to 30 discs. Without any special operations, the final setting details during playback of a disc are memorized. The next time a disc is played, the previous settings are automatically applied. ! With some discs, audio language and sub-

title language are automatically specified, in which case condition memory does not function.

! When the number of discs exceeds 30, set-

tings for the latest disc replace those for the least recent disc.

What the marks on DVDs indicate

The marks below may be found on DVD disc labels and packages. They indicate the type of images and audio recorded on the disc, and the functions you can use.

Mark Meaning

16 : 9 LB

ALL

Indicates the number of audio systems.

Indicates the number of subtitle lan-

guages.

Indicates the number of viewing angles.

Indicates the picture size (aspect ratio: screen width-to-height ratio) type.

Indicates the number of the region

where playback is possible.

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When an operation is prohibited

When you are watching a DVD and attempt to perform an operation, it may not be performed by the programming on the disc. When this happens, this unit indicates the icon screen. ! The icon

cs.

may not appear in certain dis-

on the

Resetting the microprocessor

Pressing RESET lets you reset the microprocessor to its initial settings without changing the condition memory. The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions: ! Prior to using this unit for the first time

after installation

! If the unit fails to operate properly ! When strange or incorrect messages ap-

pear on the display

1 Turn the ignition switch OFF.

2 Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed instrument.

RESET button

Note

After completing connections or when you want to erase all memorized settings or return the unit to its initial (factory) settings, switch your engine ON or set the ignition switch to ACC ON before pressing RESET.

Use and care of the remote control

Installing the battery

Slide the tray out on the back of the remote control and insert the battery with the plus (+) and minus () poles pointing in the proper direction. ! When using for the first time, pull out the

film protruding from the tray.

WARNING

Keep the battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

CAUTION

! Use only one CR2025 (3 V) lithium battery. ! Remove the battery if the remote control is not

used for a month or longer.

! Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or dispose

of the battery in fire.

! Do not handle the battery with metallic tools. ! Do not store the battery with metallic materi-

als.

! In the event of battery leakage, wipe the re-

mote control completely clean and install a new battery.

! When disposing of used batteries, please

comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institutions rules that apply in your country/area.

Using the remote control

Point the remote control in the direction of the front panel to operate.

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Before You Start

! The remote control may not function prop-

erly in direct sunlight.

Important

! Do not store the remote control in high tem-

peratures or direct sunlight.

! Do not let the remote control fall onto the

floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or accelerator pedal.

Feature demo

Important

The red lead (ACC) of this unit should be connected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch on/off operations. If this is not done, the vehicle battery may be drained.

The feature demo automatically starts when power to this unit is turned off while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON. Pressing and holding ATT during feature demo operation cancels the feature demo mode. Press and hold ATT again to start the feature demo mode. Remember that if the feature demo continues operating when the car engine is turned off, it may drain battery power.

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Whats What

Head unit

1 DISPLAY button

Press to select different displays.

2 PGM button

Press to operate the preprogrammed functions for each source. (Refer to Using the PGM button on page 87.)

3 Ambient light sensor

Senses ambient light. This system automatically adjusts the brightness of the display to compensate for ambient light.

4 FLIP DOWN/CLOCK button

Press to turn the LCD panel horizontal temporarily when the LCD panel is upright. Press to display the clock for eight seconds when the LCD panel is closed.

5 OPEN/CLOSE button

Press to open or close the LCD panel.

6 ENTERTAINMENT button

Press to switch between the background displays.

7 WIDE button

Press to select a desired mode for enlarging a 4:3 picture to a 16:9 one.

8 MENU button

Press and hold to display the picture adjustment menu.

9 RESET button

Press to return to the factory settings (initial settings).

a DETACH button

Press to remove the front panel from the head unit.

b EJECT button

Press to eject a disc from this unit.

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c Joystick

Move to do manual seek tuning, fast forward, reverse and track search controls. Also used for controlling functions.

d EQ button

Press to select various equalizer curves.

e BAND/ESC button

Press to select among three FM and one AM bands and cancel the control mode of functions.

f ANGLE (+/) button

Press to change the LCD panel angle.

g ATT button

Press to quickly lower the volume level, by about 90%. Press once more to return to the original volume level.

h BACK button

Press to return to the previous display.

i REAR ON button

Press to switch between the video sources (such as DVD or AV) on rear display.

j Disc loading slot

Insert a disc to play.

k SOURCE button

This unit is turned on by selecting a source. Press to cycle through all of the available sources.

l VOLUME

Rotate to increase or decrease the volume.

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Whats What

Remote control

1 Remote control selection switch

Switch to change the setting of the remote control. For details, refer to Setting remote control code type on page 79.

2 VOLUME button

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

3 REAR.S button

Press to switch between the video sources (such as DVD or AV) on rear display.

4 SOURCE button

This unit is turned on by selecting a source. Press to cycle through all of the available sources.

5 Joystick

Move to do manual seek tuning, fast forward, reverse and track search controls. Also used for controlling functions.

6 Remote control operation mode switch

Switch the operation mode between AVH, DVD and TV modes. Normally, set to AVH.

! AVH  For common operation of this

unit

! DVD  Only for DVD player operation ! TV  Only for TV tuner operation

For details, refer to Switching the remote control operation mode switch on the next

page.

7 BACK button

Press to return to the previous display.

8 BAND/ESC button

Press to select among three FM and one AM bands and cancel the control mode of functions.

9 ENTERTAINMENT button

Press to switch between the background displays.

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a FORWARD (n) button

Press to perform fast forward playback.

b STOP (g) button

Press to stop playback.

c NEXT (p) button

Press to go to the next track (chapter).

d CLEAR button

Press to cancel the input number while 010 are used.

e 010 buttons

Press to directly select the desired track, preset tuning and disc. 16 buttons can operate the preset tuning for the tuner or disc number search for the multi-CD player.

f PREVIOUS (o) button

Press to return to the previous track (chapter).

g REVERSE (m) button

Press to perform fast reverse playback.

h PLAY/PAUSE (f) button

Press to switch sequentially between playback and pause play.

i ANGLE button

Press to change the viewing angle during DVD playback.

j STEP (r/q) button

Press to move ahead one frame at a time during DVD/VideoCD playback. Press and hold for one second to activate slow playback.

k SUBTITLE (SUB.T) button

Press to change the subtitle language during DVD playback.

l DISPLAY button

Press to select different displays.

m AUDIO button

Press to change the audio language during DVD playback.

n RETURN button

Press to display the PBC (playback control) menu during PBC playback.

o MENU button

Press to display the DVD menu during DVD playback.

p TOP MENU (TOP.M) button

Press to return to the top menu during DVD playback.

Switching the remote control operation mode switch

There are three remote control operation modes on the remote control.

AVH mode operation

When operating this unit by remote control, normally switch the mode to AVH. ! The joystick on the remote control can per-

form the same operations as it on the head unit. Furthermore, the joystick can perform the same operations as the touch panel keys a, b, c and d.

! 16 can perform the same operations as

the preset tuning keys P1P6and the disc selection keys 0106.  If you want to select a disc located at 7

to 12 by using 16, press and hold the

corresponding numbers such as 1 for

disc 7, until the disc number appears in

the display.

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DVD mode operation

If you switch the mode to DVD, the joystick and 010 operations are changed for DVD player.

% When you want to operate the following functions, switch the mode to DVD:

! When browsing still pictures by using the

joystick. (Refer to Browsing still pictures on page 30.)

! When operating the DVD menu by using

the joystick. (Refer to Operating the DVD menu on page 35.)

! When operating the PBC menu by using

010. (Refer to Watching a Video CD on page 40.)

! When specifying group, title or track by

using 010. (Refer to Specifying group on page 31, Specifying title on page 38 and Spe- cifying track on page 44.)

Note

When switching the mode to DVD, you cannot use these buttons; BACK, ENTERTAINMENT and

DISPLAY.

TV mode operation

If you use the rear output on TV tuner, you can watch the TV picture on the rear display independently. To operate the TV on the rear display independently, switch the mode to TV.In this case, the joystick operation is changed for TV. ! For details concerning operation, refer to

the TV tuners operation manuals.

! When selecting the country group by click-

ing joystick and then moving it left or right. (This function can be operated only when connecting a TV tuner (e.g. GEX-P6450TVP) featuring the country setting.)

Note

When switching the mode to TV, you cannot use except the joystick, SOURCE and VOLUME.

Whats What

% When you want to operate the following functions only on the rear display, switch the mode to TV:

! When performing manual or seek tuning by

moving the joystick left or right.

! When recalling preset stations by moving

the joystick up or down.

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Turning the unit on and selecting a source

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

You can select a source you want to listen to. If DVD AUTO PLAY is turned on, load a disc in this unit to switch to DVD (refer to Switching the automatic disc playback on page 82).

% When using the touch panel keys, touch the source icon and then touch the desired source name.

The source names are displayed and selectable ones are highlighted.

! DVD  Built-in DVD player ! S-DVD  DVD player/multi-DVD player ! M-CD  Multi-CD player ! TUNER  Tuner ! TV  Television ! AV  Video input ! EXT1  External unit 1 ! EXT2  External unit 2 ! AUX  AUX ! OFF  Turn the unit off

# When the source icon is not displayed, you

can display it by touching the screen. # Even if you touch the source icon while operating the menu, you cannot select a source.

# To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

% When using the button, press SOURCE

to select a source.

Press SOURCE repeatedly to switch between the following sources: TUNER (tuner)TV (television)AV (video input)DVD (built-in DVD player)S-DVD (DVD player/multi-DVD player)M-CD (multiCD player)EXT1 (external unit 1)EXT2 (external unit 2)AUX (AUX)

Notes

! In the following cases, the sound source will

not change:  When a unit corresponding to each source

is not connected to this unit.

 When no disc is set in this unit.  When no disc is set in the DVD player.  When no magazine is set in the multi-CD

player.

 When no magazine is set in the multi-DVD

player.

 When the AUX (auxiliary input) is set to off

(refer to page 82).

 When the AV (video input) is not set to

VIDEO (refer to page 84).

! External unit refers to a Pioneer product (such

as one available in the future) that, although incompatible as a source, enables control of basic functions by this unit. Two external units can be controlled by this unit. When two external units are connected, the allocation of them to external unit 1 or external unit 2 is automatically set by this unit.

! When this units blue/white lead is connected

to the cars auto-antenna relay control terminal, the cars antenna extends when this units source is turned on. To retract the antenna, turn the source off.

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Loading a disc

% Insert a disc into the disc loading slot.

Playback will automatically start.

# If DVD AUTO PLAY is turned off, touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select DVD (refer to the previous page). # When a disc is loaded in this unit, touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select DVD. # To eject a disc, press EJECT.

Notes

! The DVD player plays one, standard, 12-cm or

8-cm (single) disc at a time. Do not use an adapter when playing 8-cm discs.

! Do not insert anything other than a disc into

the disc loading slot. Discs which can be played back are listed on Playable discs on page 6.

! If you cannot insert a disc completely or if

after you insert a disc the disc does not play, check that the label side of the disc is up. Press EJECT to eject the disc, and check the disc for damage before inserting the disc again.

! If the DVD player does not operate properly,

an error message such as ERROR-02 may be displayed. Refer to Error messages on page

90.

Turning the unit off

% When using the touch panel keys, touch the source icon and then touch OFF.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

% When using the button, press SOURCE and hold until the unit turns off.

Using the rear display

You can watch the video sources (such as DVD or AV) on rear display independently of front display. ! If you watch a DVD/Video CD on the rear

display only, switch the operation mode on the remote control to DVD. And you can operate the DVD/Video CD playback on the rear display independently by the remote control. (Refer to page 14.)

CAUTION

When you have turned the rear display output on by pressing REAR ON, you cannot turn it off even if you press SOURCE and hold. In this case, press REAR ON and hold to turn the rear display output off.

Basic Operations

Adjusting the volume

% Use VOLUME to adjust the sound level.

With the head unit, rotate VOLUME to increase or decrease the volume. With the remote control, press VOLUME to increase or decrease the volume.

% Press REAR ON to select the video source on the rear display.

Press REAR ON repeatedly to switch between the following video sources: F. SOURCE (same source as the front display) DVD (built-in DVD player)AV (video input) Rear display output is turned on and the illumination color of REAR ON changes into the different color than the other buttons.

# You can also perform this operation by pressing REAR.S on the remote control. # To turn the rear display output off, press REAR ON and hold.

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# When selecting F. SOURCE, when the selected source is an audio source, nothing is displayed on rear display. # When you watch DVD (built-in DVD player) on both the front and the rear display, audio is not output from REAR MONITOR OUT.

# When selecting FRONT SOURCE in REAR MODE, audio is not output from REAR MONITOR OUT. (Refer to Setting the video of rear

display on page 86.)

# When selecting FRONT SOURCE in REAR MODE, you can select F. SOURCE only.

(Refer to Setting the video of rear display on page

86.)

Note

In the following cases, the sound source will not change:

! When no disc is set in this unit. ! When the AV (video input) is not set to VIDEO

(refer to page 84).

Touch panel key basic operation

Activating the touch panel keys

1 Touch panel keys

Touch to do various operations.

1 Touch the screen to activate the touch panel keys corresponding to each source.

The touch panel keys appear on the display.

# To go to the next group of touch panel keys, touch d.

2 Touch ESC to hide the touch panel keys.

# You can also hide the touch panel keys by pressing BAND/ESC.

Note

If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30 seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

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Operating the menu

1 FUNCTION key

Touch to select functions for each source.

2 AUDIO key

Touch to select various sound quality controls.

3 SETUP key

Touch to select various setup functions.

4 BACK key

Touch to return to the previous display.

5 ESC key

Touch to cancel the control mode of functions.

1 Touch A.MENU to display MENU. MENU appears on the display.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Operating the menu by using the joystick

You can also perform most of the menu items by using the joystick. ! Switch the remote control operation mode

to AVH to operate the menu by using the joystick on the remote control. (Refer to page 14.)

1 Click the joystick during display of each source to display MENU. MENU appears on the display.

2 Move the joystick up or down and then click it to display the function names you want to operate.

# To go to the next group of function names, move the joystick to NEXT and click it. # To return to the previous group of function names, move the joystick to PREV and click it.

3 Press BAND/ESC to return to the display of each source.

# You can return to the previous display by pressing BACK.

Basic Operations

2 Touch the desired key to display the function names you want to operate.

# To go to the next group of function names, touch NEXT. # To return to the previous group of function names, touch PREV.

3 Touch ESC to return to the display of each source.

Opening and closing the LCD panel

The LCD panel will be opened or closed automatically with the turning of the ignition switch on or off. You can turn off the automatic close/open function. (Refer to page 85.) ! The automatic close/open function will op-

erate the display as follows.

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 When the ignition switch is turned OFF

while the LCD panel is opened, the LCD panel will close after six seconds.

 When the ignition switch is turned ON

again (or turned to ACC), the LCD panel will be opened automatically.

 Removing or attaching the front panel

will automatically close or open the LCD panel. (Refer to page 22.)

! When the ignition switch is turned OFF

after the LCD panel has been closed, turning the ignition switch ON again (or turning it to ACC) will not open the LCD panel. In this case, press OPEN/CLOSE to open the LCD panel.

! When closing the LCD panel, check to

make sure that it has closed completely. If the LCD panel has stopped halfway, leaving it like this could result in damage.

% Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the LCD panel.

# To close the LCD panel, press OPEN/CLOSE again.

Adjusting the LCD panel angle

Important

! If you can hear the LCD panel knocking

against your vehicles console or dashboard, press ANGLE () to move the LCD panel a little forward.

! When adjusting the LCD panel angle, be sure

to press ANGLE (+/). Forcibly adjusting the LCD panel by hand may damage it.

% Press ANGLE (+/) to adjust the LCD panel to an easily viewable angle.

The LCD panel angle continues changing as long as you press ANGLE (+/) and hold.

# The adjusted the LCD panel angle will be memorized and automatically returned to the next time the LCD panel is opened.

Turning the LCD panel horizontal

When the LCD panel is upright and it hinders the operation of the air conditioner, the position of the panel can be turned horizontal temporarily.

% Press FLIP DOWN/CLOCK to turn the LCD panel horizontal.

# To return to original position, press

FLIP DOWN/CLOCK again.

# The LCD panel returns to the original position automatically with beep sounds 10 seconds after operation.

Changing the wide screen mode

You can select a desired mode for enlarging a 4:3 picture to a 16:9 one.

% Press WIDE to select the desired setting.

Press WIDE repeatedly to switch between the following settings:

FULL (full)JUST (just)CINEMA (cinema) ZOOM (zoom)NORMAL (normal)

FULL (full)

A 4:3 picture is enlarged in the horizontal direction only, enabling you to enjoy a 4:3 TV picture (normal picture) without any omissions.

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JUST (just)

The picture is enlarged slightly at the center and the amount of enlargement increases horizontally to the ends, enabling you to enjoy a 4:3 picture without sensing any disparity even on a wide screen.

CINEMA (cinema)

A picture is enlarged by the same proportion as FULL or ZOOM in the horizontal direction and by an intermediate proportion between FULL and ZOOM in the vertical direction; ideal for a cinema-sized picture (wide screen picture) where captions lie outside.

ZOOM (zoom)

A 4:3 picture is enlarged in the same proportion both vertically and horizontally; ideal for a cinema-sized picture (wide screen picture).

NORMAL (normal)

A 4:3 picture is displayed as it is, giving you no sense of disparity since its proportions are the same as that of the normal picture.

Notes

! Different settings can be memorized for each

video source.

! When video is viewed in a wide screen mode

that does not match its original aspect ratio, it may appear differently.

! Remember that using the wide mode feature

of this system for commercial or public viewing purposes may constitute an infringement on the authors rights protected by the Copyright Law.

! Video will appear grainy when viewed in

CINEMA or ZOOM mode.

! The backup camera picture is always FULL.

Adjusting the picture adjustment

You can adjust BRIGHT (brightness), CONTRAST (contrast), COLOR (color) and HUE (hue) for each source and back-up cam-

era.

! The adjustments of BRIGHT and

CONTRAST are stored separately for light

ambient (daytime) and dark ambient (nighttime). A sun the left of BRIGHT and CONTRAST, respectively, as the ambient light sensor determines brightness or darkness.

! You cannot adjust HUE for PAL video. ! You cannot adjust COLOR and HUE for the

audio source.

1 Press MENU on the head unit and hold to display PICTURE ADJUST.

Press MENU until PICTURE ADJUST appears in the display.

# You cannot use MENU on the remote control.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the function to be adjusted.

The adjustment function names are displayed and adjustable ones are highlighted.

! BRIGHT  Adjust the black intensity ! CONTRAST  Adjust the contrast ! COLOR  Adjust the color saturation ! HUE  Adjust the tone of color (red is em-

phasized or green is emphasized)

! DIMMER  Adjust the brightness of display ! B.Camera  Switch to the picture adjust-

ment display for the back-up camera

! SOURCE  Return to the picture adjustment

display for each source

# You can adjust the picture adjustment for back-up camera only when BACK UP CAMERA is turned on. (Refer to Setting for back-up camera on page 84.)

# SOURCE will appear in the display instead of B.Camera when you touch B.Camera.

or moon is displayed to

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# With some back-up camera, the picture adjustment may not be able to use.

3 Touch c or d to adjust the selected item.

Each time you touch c or d increases or decreases the level of selected item. +24  24 is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

4 Touch ESC to hide the touch panel keys.

Adjusting the dimmer

The adjustment of DIMMER is stored separately for each ambient light; daytime, evening and nighttime. The brightness of LCD screen will be adjusted optimum level automatically in accordance with the ambient light based on the setting values.

1 Press MENU on the head unit and hold to display PICTURE ADJUST.

Press MENU until PICTURE ADJUST appears in the display.

2 Touch DIMMER.

The ambient light level used as the standard for adjusting DIMMER appears above the level bar.

! Orange sun  Adjust the brightness for

bright ambient light (daytime)

! Red sun

termediate brightness (evening)

! Yellow moon

dark ambient light (nighttime)

 Adjust the brightness for in-

 Adjust the brightness for

Note

The icons indicating the current ambient brightness used for adjusting BRIGHT and CONTRAST may differ from DIMMER slightly.

Protecting your unit from theft

The front panel can be detached from the head unit to discourage theft. ! If the front panel is not detached from the

head unit within five seconds of turning off the ignition, a warning tone will sound.

! You can turn off the warning tone. See

Switching the warning tone on page 82.

Important

! Never use force or grip the display and the

buttons tightly when removing or attaching.

! Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive

shocks.

! Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and

high temperatures.

! Attach the front panel while driving, or else

may result in scratching or damage.

3 Touch c or d to adjust the brightness.

Each time you touch c or d moves red towards the left or the right. The level indicates the brightness of the screen being adjusted. The farther red moves to the right, the brighter the screen.

4 Touch ESC to hide the touch panel keys.

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Removing the front panel

1 Press DETACH to remove the front panel.

Press DETACH and the right side of the front panel is removed from the head unit.

2 Grip the right side of the front panel and pull it gently outward.

Take care not to grip it tightly or to drop it.

Attaching the front panel

% Replace the front panel by holding it upright to this unit and clipping it securely into the mounting hooks.

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Tuner

Listening to the radio

These are the basic steps necessary to operate the radio. More advanced tuner operation is explained starting on the next page.

Important

If you are using this unit in North, Central or South America, reset the AM tuning step (see Setting the AM tuning step on page 81).

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 Band indicator

Shows which band the radio is tuned to, AM or FM.

3 Preset number indicator

Shows what preset has been selected.

4 Frequency indicator

Shows to which frequency the tuner is tuned.

5 Preset list display

Shows the preset list.

7 LOC indicator

Shows when local seek tuning is on.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch TUNER to select the tuner.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 Touch BAND to select a band.

Touch BAND repeatedly until the desired band is displayed, FM1, FM2, FM3 for FM or AM.

4 To perform manual tuning, touch c or d shortly.

The frequencies move up or down step by step.

# You can also perform manual tuning by moving the joystick left or right.

5 To perform seek tuning, keep touching c or d for about one second and release.

The tuner will scan the frequencies until a broadcast strong enough for good reception is found.

# You can cancel seek tuning by touching either c or d shortly. # If you keep touching c or d you can skip broadcasting stations. Seek tuning starts as soon as you release the keys. # You can also perform seek tuning by holding the joystick left or right.

Note

If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30 seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

6 Stereo (5) indicator

Shows that the frequency selected is being broadcast in stereo.

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Introduction of advanced tuner operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the frequency display, touch ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the frequency display.

Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies

If you touch any of the preset tuning keys P1P6you can easily store up to six broad- cast frequencies for later recall with the touch of a key.

% When you find a frequency that you want to store in memory keep touching a preset tuning key P 1P 6 until the preset number stops flashing.

The number you have touched will flash in the preset number indicator and then remain lit. The selected radio station frequency has been stored in memory. The next time you touch the same preset tuning key P1P6the radio station frequency is recalled from memory.

# When the touch panel keys are not displayed, you can display them by touching the screen. # When P1P6are not displayed, you can dis- play them by touching DISP.

Notes

! Up to 18 FM stations, 6 for each of the three

FM bands, and 6 AM stations can be stored in memory.

! You can also use a and b to recall radio sta-

tion frequencies assigned to preset tuning keys P1P6.

! You can also perform the same operations

using PRESET CH MEMORY. To display PRESET CH MEMORY, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

Tuning in strong signals

Local seek tuning lets you tune in only those radio stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch LOCAL.

2 Touch a to turn local seek tuning on.

# To turn local seek tuning off, touch b.

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3 Touch c or d to set the sensitivity.

There are four levels of sensitivity for FM and two levels for AM: FM: LEVEL 1LEVEL 2LEVEL 3LEVEL 4 AM: LEVEL 1LEVEL 2 The LEVEL 4 setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you receive progressively weaker stations.

Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies

BSM (best stations memory) lets you automatically store the six strongest broadcast frequencies under preset tuning keys P1P6 and once stored there you can tune in to those frequencies with the touch of a key.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch BSM.

2 Touch a to turn BSM on. BSM begins to flash. While BSM is flashing

the six strongest broadcast frequencies will be stored under preset tuning keys P1P6in order of their signal strength. When finished, BSM stops flashing.

# To cancel the storage process, touch b.

Note

Storing broadcast frequencies with BSM may replace broadcast frequencies you have saved using P1P6.

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Listening a DVD audio

These are the basic steps necessary to play a DVD audio with your DVD player. More advanced DVD audio operation is explained starting on page 29.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 DVD-A indicator

Shows when a DVD audio is playing.

3 Group number indicator

Shows the group currently playing.

4 Track number indicator

Shows the track currently playing.

5 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track.

6 Sampling frequency and number of quantization bits indicator

Shows the sampling frequency and number of quantization bits of the current track.

7 Audio system indicator

Shows what audio system has been selected.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select the DVD player.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen. # If no disc is loaded in this unit, you cannot select DVD (DVD player). Insert a disc in this unit. (Refer to page 17.) # With some discs, a menu may be displayed. (Refer to Operating the DVD menu on the next page.)

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 To skip back or forward to another track, touch o or p.

Touching p skips to the start of the next track. Touching o once skips to the start of the current track. Touching again will skip to the previous track. Track numbers are displayed for eight seconds.

# You can also skip back or forward to another track by moving the joystick left or right.

4 Touch d to display m and n.

Touch d until m and n appear in the display.

5 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching m or n.

If you keep touching m or n for five seconds, the icon m or n changes into reversal indication. When this happens, fast reverse/fast forward continues even if you release m or n. To resume playback at a desired point, touch f.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right. # Fast forward/fast reverse may not be possible at certain locations on some discs. If this happens, normal playback automatically resumes.

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Notes

! You can display the repeat range selected cur-

rently by touching DISP.

! If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30

seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Operating the DVD menu

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. ! You can display the menu by touching

MENU or TOP.M while a disc is playing. Touching either of these keys again lets you start playback from the location selected from the menu. For details, refer to the instructions provided with the disc.

1 Touch to operate the DVD menu.

# When the touch panel keys are not displayed, you can display them by touching the screen.

2 Touch a, b, c or d to select the desired menu item.

3 Touch ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected menu item.

# If you switch the remote control operation mode to DVD, the joystick on the remote control can also operate the DVD menu. (Refer to page

14.) # You cannot operate the DVD menu by the joystick on the head unit. # The way to display the menu differs depending on the disc.

to display touch panel keys

 

Skipping back or forward to another group

% To skip back or forward to another group, touch a or b.

Touching a skips to the start of the next group. Touching b skips to the start of the previous group. Group numbers are displayed for eight seconds.

# You can also skip back or forward to another group by moving the joystick up or down. # If you select bonus groups, you will have to enter a four digit password, which you can find on the discs packaging. (Refer to To play back bonus groups on page 79.)

Stopping playback

% Touch g.

# When you stop DVD playback by touching g,

that location on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again. # To play back the disc again, touch f.

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Introduction of advanced DVD audio operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick. # To go to the next group of function names, touch NEXT. # To return to the previous group of function names, touch PREV.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the repeat range.

! DISC  Play throughout the current disc ! GROUP  Repeat just the current group ! TRACK  Repeat just the current track

Playing DVD audio discs

Note

If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse, the repeat play range changes to DISC.

Playing tracks in a random order

Random play lets you play back tracks in a random order within the current group.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch RANDOM.

2 Touch a to turn random play on.

Tracks will play in a random order within the current group.

# To turn random play off, touch b.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Repeating play

There are three repeat play ranges for the DVD playback: DISC (disc repeat), GROUP (group repeat) and TRACK (track repeat).

Scanning tracks

Scan play lets you hear the first 10 seconds of each track in the current group.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch SCAN.

2 Touch a to turn scan play on.

The first 10 seconds of each track of the current group is played.

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3 When you find the desired track touch b to turn scan play off.

Note

After scanning is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again.

Pausing DVD audio playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

% Touch f during playback.

The icon e is displayed for four seconds and playback is paused.

# To resume playback at the same point that you turned pause on, touch f again.

Notes

! You can also turn on or off pause function

using PAUSE. To display PAUSE, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that still playback is not possible.

may be displayed

2 Touch PAGE  or PAGE + to switch still pictures.

Touching PAGE + goes to the next still picture. Touching PAGE  returns to the previous still picture.

# You can also go to the next still picture by touching r during playback. # To return to the initial still picture, touch HOME. # If you switch the remote control operation mode to DVD, the joystick on the remote control can also browse still pictures. (Refer to page 14.) # You cannot browse still pictures by the joystick on the head unit.

Note

Depending on the disc and the playback location on the disc, the icon ing that browsing still pictures is not possible.

may be displayed indicat-

Frame-by-frame playback

This lets you move ahead one frame at a time during playback. ! This function can be operated only on the

moving picture parts of DVD audio disc.

Browsing still pictures

You can browse still pictures recorded on the disc while the audio is played back.

! You cannot operate Slideshow. (Refer to Sli-

deshow on page 99.)

1 Touch BROWSE to browse still pictures during playback.

% Touch r during playback.

Each time you touch r, you move ahead one frame.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

Notes

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that frame-by-frame playback is not possible.

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing frame-by-frame playback.

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Slow motion playback

This lets you slow down playback speed. ! This function can be operated only on the

moving picture parts of DVD audio disc.

1 Keep touching r until



is displayed



during playback.

The icon



is displayed, forward slow motion



playback begins.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

2 Press q or r to adjust playback speed during slow motion playback.

Each time you press q or r changes the speed in four steps in the following order: 1/161/81/41/2

Notes

! There is no sound during slow motion play-

back.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that slow motion playback is not possible.

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing slow motion playback.

! Reverse slow motion playback is not possi-

ble.

may be displayed

Searching for a desired track or group

You can use the search function to specify a group or track to search for a desired group or track. ! Track search is not possible when disc play-

back has been stopped.

1 Touch SEARCH and then touch GROUP (group) or TRACK (track).

2 Touch 09 to input the desired number.

! To select 3, touch 3. ! To select 10, touch 1 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, touch 2 and 3 in order.

# To cancel the input numbers, touch C. # You can also input the desired number by

using the joystick and 0-9.

3 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

This starts playback from the selected group or track.

Notes

! You can also perform the same operations

using SEARCH. To display SEARCH, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

! With discs featuring a menu, you can also

touch MENU or TOP.M and then make selec- tions from the displayed menu.

! With some discs, the icon

played, indicating that groups and tracks cannot be specified.

may be dis-

Specifying group

You can use the direct search function to search for a desired group by specifying a group. ! Only the remote control can operate this

function. To perform this function, switch the remote control operation mode to DVD. (Refer to page 14.)

% Press 010 corresponding to a desired group number when the disc is stopped.

Group number is displayed for eight seconds and playback starts from the selected group.

! To select 3, press 3. ! To select 10, press 10 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, press 10, 10 and 3 in order.

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Changing audio language during playback (Multi-audio)

DVDs can provide audio playback with different languages and different systems (Dolby Digital, DTS etc.). With DVDs featuring multiaudio recordings, you can switch between languages/audio systems during playback.

% Touch AUDIO during playback.

Each time you touch AUDIO switches between audio.

Notes

! The number in the

age indicates the number of recorded languages/audio systems.

! With some DVDs, switching between lan-

guages/audio systems may only be possible using a menu display.

! You can also switch between languages/audio

systems using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting the audio language on page 77.

! Display indications such as Dolby D and

5.1ch indicate the audio system recorded on

the DVD. Depending on the setting, playback may not be with the same audio system as that indicated.

! Touching AUDIO during fast forward/fast re-

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

mark on a DVDs pack-

% Touch SUB.T during playback.

Each time you touch SUB.T switches between subtitle language.

Notes

! The number in the

age indicates the number of recorded subtitle languages.

! With some DVDs, switching between subtitle

languages may only be possible using a menu display.

! You can also switch between subtitle lan-

guages using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting the subtitle language on page

76.

! Touching SUB.T during fast forward/fast re-

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

mark on a DVDs pack-

Changing the viewing angle during playback (Multi-angle)

With DVDs featuring multi-angle (scenes shot from multiple angles) recordings, you can switch among viewing angles during playback. ! During playback of a scene shot from mul-

tiple angles on this unit, the angle icon

is displayed. Turn angle icon display

on or off using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting angle icon display on page 78.

Changing the subtitle language during playback (Multi-subtitle)

With DVDs featuring multi-subtitle recordings, you can switch between subtitle languages during playback.

% Touch ANGLE during playback of a scene shot from multiple angles.

Each time you touch ANGLE switches between angle.

Notes

! The

mark on a DVDs package indicates it

features multi-angle scenes. The number in

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the3mark indicates the number of angles from which scenes were shot.

! Touching ANGLE during fast forward/fast re-

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

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Using the dynamic range control

The dynamic range refers to the difference between the largest and softest sounds. The dynamic range control compresses this difference so that you can clearly hear sounds even at low volume levels. ! The dynamic range control is effective only

on Dolby Digital sounds.

! The dynamic range control may produce lit-

tle effect on certain discs.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

2 Touch D. R. C.

3 Touch a to turn the dynamic range control on.

# To turn dynamic range control off, touch b.

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Watching a DVD video

These are the basic steps necessary to play a DVD video with your DVD player. More advanced DVD video operation is explained starting on page 36.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 DVD-V indicator

Shows when a DVD video is playing.

3 Title number indicator

Shows the title currently playing.

4 Chapter number indicator

Shows the chapter currently playing.

5 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current chapter.

6 Viewing angle indicator

Shows what viewing angle has been selected.

7 Subtitle language indicator

Shows what subtitle language has been selected.

8 Audio language indicator

Shows what audio language has been selected.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select the DVD player.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 To skip back or forward to another chapter, touch o or p.

Touching p skips to the start of the next chapter. Touching o once skips to the start of the current chapter. Touching again will skip to the previous chapter. Chapter numbers are displayed for eight seconds.

# You can also skip back or forward to another chapter by moving the joystick left or right.

4 Touch d to display m and n.

Touch d until m and n appear in the display.

5 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching m or n.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right.

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# Fast forward/fast reverse may not be possible at certain locations on some discs. If this happens, normal playback automatically resumes.

Notes

! You can display the repeat range selected cur-

rently by touching DISP.

! If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30

seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Operating the DVD menu

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. ! You can display the menu by touching

1 Touch to operate the DVD menu.

# When the touch panel keys are not displayed, you can display them by touching the screen.

to display touch panel keys

 

Skipping back or forward to another title

% To skip back or forward to another title, touch a or b.

Touching a skips to the start of the next title. Touching b skips to the start of the previous title. Title numbers are displayed for eight seconds.

# You can also skip back or forward to another title by moving the joystick up or down.

Stopping playback

% Touch g.

# When you stop DVD playback by touching g,

that location on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again. # To play back the disc again, touch f.

Playing DVD video discs

2 Touch a, b, c or d to select the desired menu item.

3 Touch ENTER.

Playback starts from the selected menu item.

# If you switch the remote control operation mode to DVD, the joystick on the remote control can also operate the DVD menu. (Refer to page

14.) # You cannot operate the DVD menu by the joystick on the head unit. # The way to display the menu differs depending on the disc.

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Introduction of advanced DVD video operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the repeat range.

! DISC  Play throughout the current disc ! TITLE  Repeat just the current title ! CHAPTER  Repeat just the current chapter

Note

If you perform chapter search or fast forward/reverse, the repeat play range changes to DISC.

Pausing DVD video playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

% Touch f during playback.

The icon e is displayed for four seconds and playback is paused letting you view a still image.

# To resume playback at the same point that you turned pause on, touch f again.

Notes

! You can also turn on or off pause function

using PAUSE. To display PAUSE, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that still playback is not possible.

may be displayed

Repeating play

There are three repeat play ranges for the DVD playback: DISC (disc repeat), TITLE (title repeat) and CHAPTER (chapter repeat).

Frame-by-frame playback

This lets you move ahead one frame at a time during playback.

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% Touch r during playback.

Each time you touch r, you move ahead one frame.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

Notes

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that frame-by-frame playback is not possible.

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing frame-by-frame playback.

may be displayed

Slow motion playback

This lets you slow down playback speed.



1 Keep touching r until during playback.

The icon



is displayed, forward slow motion



playback begins.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

2 Press q or r to adjust playback speed during slow motion playback.

Each time you press q or r changes the speed in four steps in the following order: 1/161/81/41/2

is displayed



Searching for a desired scene, starting playback from a specified time

You can use the search function to search for a desired scene by specifying a title or chapter, and the time search function to specify the time on a disc at which play starts. ! Chapter search and time search are not

possible when disc playback has been stopped.

1 Touch SEARCH and then touch TITLE (title), CHAPTER (chapter) or TIME (time).

2 Touch 09 to input the desired number. For titles and chapters

! To select 3, touch 3. ! To select 10, touch 1 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, touch 2 and 3 in order.

For time (time search)

! To select 21 minutes 43 seconds, touch 2,

1, 4 and 3 in order.

! To select 1 hour 11 minutes, convert the

time into 71 minutes 00 seconds and touch 7, 1, 0 and 0 in order.

# To cancel the input numbers, touch C. # You can also input the desired number by

using the joystick and 0-9.

Playing DVD video discs

Notes

! There is no sound during slow motion play-

back.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that slow motion playback is not possible.

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing slow motion playback.

! Reverse slow motion playback is not possi-

ble.

may be displayed

3 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

This starts playback from the selected scene.

Notes

! You can also perform the same operations

using SEARCH. To display SEARCH, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

! With discs featuring a menu, you can also

touch MENU or TOP.M and then make selec- tions from the displayed menu.

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! With some discs, the icon may be dis-

played, indicating that titles, chapters and time cannot be specified.

Specifying title

You can use the direct search function to search for a desired scene by specifying a title. ! Only the remote control can operate this

function. To perform this function, switch the remote control operation mode to DVD. (Refer to page 14.)

% Press 010 corresponding to a desired title number when the disc is stopped.

Title number is displayed for eight seconds and playback starts from the selected title.

! To select 3, press 3. ! To select 10, press 10 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, press 10, 10 and 3 in order.

Changing audio language during playback (Multi-audio)

% Touch AUDIO during playback.

Each time you touch AUDIO switches between audio.

Notes

! The number in the

age indicates the number of recorded languages/audio systems.

! With some DVDs, switching between lan-

guages/audio systems may only be possible using a menu display.

mark on a DVDs pack-

! You can also switch between languages/audio

systems using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting the audio language on page 77.

! Display indications such as Dolby D and

5.1ch indicate the audio system recorded on

the DVD. Depending on the setting, playback may not be with the same audio system as that indicated.

! Touching AUDIO during fast forward/fast re-

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

Changing the subtitle language during playback (Multi-subtitle)

With DVDs featuring multi-subtitle recordings, you can switch between subtitle languages during playback.

% Touch SUB.T during playback.

Each time you touch SUB.T switches between subtitle language.

Notes

! The number in the

age indicates the number of recorded subtitle languages.

! With some DVDs, switching between subtitle

languages may only be possible using a menu display.

! You can also switch between subtitle lan-

guages using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting the subtitle language on page

76.

! Touching SUB.T during fast forward/fast re-

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

mark on a DVDs pack-

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Changing the viewing angle during playback (Multi-angle)

With DVDs featuring multi-angle (scenes shot from multiple angles) recordings, you can switch among viewing angles during playback. ! During playback of a scene shot from mul-

tiple angles on this unit, the angle icon

is displayed. Turn angle icon display

on or off using DVD SETUP MENU. For details, refer to Setting angle icon display on page 78.

% Touch ANGLE during playback of a scene shot from multiple angles.

Each time you touch ANGLE switches between angle.

Notes

! The

! Touching ANGLE during fast forward/fast re-

mark on a DVDs package indicates it

features multi-angle scenes. The number in the

mark indicates the number of angles

from which scenes were shot.

verse, pause or slow motion playback returns you to normal playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

2 Touch D. R. C.

3 Touch a to turn the dynamic range control on.

# To turn dynamic range control off, touch b.

Playing DVD video discs

Using the dynamic range control

on Dolby Digital sounds.

! The dynamic range control may produce lit-

tle effect on certain discs.

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Watching a Video CD

These are the basic steps necessary to play a Video CD with your DVD player. More advanced Video CD operation is explained starting on page 42.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 VideoCD indicator

Shows when a Video CD is playing.

3 Track number indicator

Shows the track currently playing.

4 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track.

5 Audio output indicator

Shows the output channel selected currently.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select the DVD player.

# With a Video CD featuring the PBC (playback control) function, a menu is displayed.

2 Switch the remote control operation mode to DVD and then press 010 to select the desired menu item.

Playback starts from the selected menu item.

# When the menu is two or more pages long, touch o or p to switch between displays. # You can play a disc without using a menu (without PBC playback). (Refer to Specifying track on page 44.) To return to PBC playback, stop playback and touch f. # You can display the menu by pressing RETURN during PBC playback. For details, refer to the instructions provided with the disc. # After operating the menu, we recommend that you switch remote control operation mode to

AVH. (Refer to page 14.)

3 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

4 To skip back or forward to another track, touch o or p.

# You can also skip back or forward to another track by moving the joystick left or right. # During PBC playback, a menu may be displayed if you perform these operations.

5 Touch d to display m and n.

Touch d until m and n appear in the display.

6 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching m or n.

If you keep touching m or n for five seconds, the icon m or n changes into reversal indication. When this happens, fast

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reverse/fast forward continues even if you release m or n. To resume playback at a desired point, touch f.

Note

If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30 seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Operating the menu

With Video CDs featuring PBC (playback control) function, you can operate a menu.

% Switch the remote control operation mode to DVD and then press 010 to select the desired menu item.

Playback starts from the selected menu item.

on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again. # To play back the disc again, touch f.

Playing Video CDs

Stopping playback

% Touch g.

# When you stop Video CD playback (during

PBC playback only) by touching g, that location

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Introduction of advanced Video CD operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Notes

! The dynamic range control is effective only on

Dolby Digital sounds. (Refer to page 39.)

! If you do not operate the function within about

30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Repeating play

There are two repeat play ranges for the Video CD playback: TRACK (track repeat) and DISC (disc repeat). ! During PBC playback of Video CDs, this

function cannot be operated.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the repeat range.

! DISC  Repeat the current disc ! TRACK  Repeat just the current track

Note

If you perform track search or fast forward/reverse, the repeat play range changes to DISC.

Pausing Video CD playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

% Touch f during playback.

The icon e is displayed for four seconds and playback is paused letting you view a still image.

# To resume playback at the same point that you turned pause on, touch f again.

Notes

! You can also turn on or off pause function

using PAUSE. To display PAUSE, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that still playback is not possible.

may be displayed

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Frame-by-frame playback

This lets you move ahead one frame at a time during playback.

% Touch r during playback.

Each time you touch r, you move ahead one frame.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

Notes

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that frame-by-frame playback is not possible.

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing frame-by-frame playback.

may be displayed

Slow motion playback

This lets you slow down playback speed.



1 Keep touching r until during playback.

The icon



is displayed, forward slow motion



playback begins.

# To return to normal playback, touch f.

2 Press q or r to adjust playback speed during slow motion playback.

Each time you press q or r changes the speed in four steps in the following order: 1/161/81/41/2

Notes

! There is no sound during slow motion play-

back.

! Depending on the disc and the playback loca-

tion on the disc, the icon indicating that slow motion playback is not possible.

is displayed



may be displayed

! With some discs, images may be unclear dur-

ing slow motion playback.

! Reverse slow motion playback is not possi-

ble.

Searching for a desired scene, starting playback from a specified time

You can use the search function to search for a desired scene by specifying a track, and the time search function to specify the time on a disc at which play starts. ! During PBC playback of Video CDs, this

function cannot be operated.

! Time search is not possible when disc play-

back has been stopped.

1 Touch SEARCH and then touch TRACK (track) or TIME (time).

2 Touch 09 to input the desired number. For tracks

! To select 3, touch 3. ! To select 10, touch 1 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, touch 2 and 3 in order.

For time (time search)

! To select 21 minutes 43 seconds, touch 2,

1, 4 and 3 in order.

! To select 1 hour 11 minutes, convert the

time into 71 minutes 00 seconds and touch 7, 1, 0 and 0 in order.

# To cancel the input numbers, touch C. # You can also input the desired number by

using the joystick and 0-9.

3 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

This starts playback from the selected scene.

Playing Video CDs

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Note

You can also perform the same operations using SEARCH. To display SEARCH, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

Specifying track

You can use the direct search function to play a disc without using a menu (without PBC playback). ! Only the remote control can operate this

function. To perform this function, switch the remote control operation mode to DVD. (Refer to page 14.)

! During PBC playback of Video CDs, this

function cannot be operated.

% Press 010 corresponding to a desired track number when the disc is stopped.

Track number is displayed for eight seconds and playback starts from the selected track.

! To select 3, press 3. ! To select 10, press 10 and 0 in order. ! To select 23, press 10, 10 and 3 in order.

Note

With some discs, the icon and operation may not be possible.

may be displayed

Note

You can also perform the same operations using

L/R SELECT. To display L/R SELECT, touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

Selecting audio output

You can switch between stereo and monaural audio output.

% Press AUDIO during playback.

Press AUDIO repeatedly to switch between the following outputs:

L+R (left and right channels)L (left channel) R (right channel)

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Listening a CD

These are the basic steps necessary to play a CD with your DVD player. More advanced CD operation is explained starting on the next page.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 CD indicator

Shows when a CD is playing.

3 Track number indicator

Shows the track currently playing.

4 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 To skip back or forward to another track, touch o or p.

# You can also skip back or forward to another track by moving the joystick left or right.

4 Touch d to display m and n.

Touch d until m and n appear in the display.

5 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching m or n.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right.

Notes

! When playing discs with MP3 files and audio

data (CD-DA) such as CD-EXTRA and MIXEDMODE CDs, both types can be played only by switching mode between MP3 and CD-DA by touching DA<>MP3 or pressing BAND/ESC.

! If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30

seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Playing CDs

5 Disc title indicator

Shows the title of the currently playing disc.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select the DVD player.

Stopping playback

% Touch g.

# When you stop CD playback by touching g,

that location on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again. # To play back the disc again, touch f.

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Introduction of advanced CD operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Repeating play

Repeat play lets you hear the same track over again.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the repeat range.

! DISC  Repeat the current disc ! TRACK  Repeat just the current track

Notes

! If you perform track search or fast forward/re-

verse, repeat play is automatically cancelled.

! When playing discs with MP3 files and audio

data (CD-DA), repeat play performs within the currently playing data type even if DISC is selected.

Playing tracks in a random order

Random play lets you play back tracks on the CD in a random order.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch RANDOM.

Notes

! The dynamic range control is effective only on

Dolby Digital sounds. (Refer to page 39.)

! If you do not operate the function within about

30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

2 Touch a to turn random play on.

Tracks will play in a random order.

# To turn random play off, touch b.

Scanning tracks of a CD

Scan play lets you hear the first 10 seconds of each track on the CD.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch SCAN.

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2 Touch a to turn scan play on.

The first 10 seconds of each track is played.

3 When you find the desired track touch b to turn scan play off.

Note

After scanning of a CD is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again.

Pausing CD playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

% Touch f during playback.

The icon e is displayed for four seconds and playback is paused.

# To resume playback at the same point that you turned pause on, touch f again.

Note

You can also turn on or off pause function using PAUSE. To display PAUSE, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

1 Play a CD that you want to enter the title.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch TITLE EDIT.

4 Touch ABC to select the desired character type.

Touch ABC repeatedly to switch between the following character type: Alphabet (upper case), numbers and symbols Alphabet (lower case)

# You can select to input numbers and symbols by touching 012. # You can also switch character types by clicking the joystick.

5 Touch a or b to select a letter of the alphabet.

Each time you touch a will display a letter of the alphabet in A B C ... X Y Z, numbers and symbols in 1 2 3 ... | } ¯ order. Each time you touch b will display a letter in the reverse order, such as Z Y X ... C B A order.

Playing CDs

Entering disc titles

You can input CD titles and display the title. The next time you insert a CD for which you have entered a title, the title of that CD will be displayed. Disc title input lets you input CD titles up to 20 letters long and up to 48 disc titles into this unit. ! When playing a CD TEXT disc, you cannot

switch to TITLE EDIT. The disc title will have already been recorded on a CD TEXT disc.

! If no title has been entered for the currently

playing disc, NO TITLE is displayed.

6 Touch d to move the cursor to the next character position.

When the desired letter is displayed, touch d to move the cursor to the next position and then select the next letter. Touch c to move backwards in the display.

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7 Touch OK to store the entered title in memory.

# You can also store the entered title in memory by moving the cursor to right until it disappears.

8 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Notes

! Titles remain in memory, even after the disc

has been removed from this unit, and are recalled when the disc is reinserted.

! Titles are stored in this unit and multi-CD

player separately.

! After data for 48 discs has been stored in

memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.

Using CD TEXT functions

Some discs have certain information encoded on the disc during manufacture. These discs may contain such information as the CD title, track title, artists name and playback time and are called CD TEXT discs. Only these specially encoded CD TEXT discs support the functions listed below.

Scrolling titles in the display

This unit can display the first 20 letters only of

DiscTitle, DiscArtist, TrackTitle and TrackArtist. When the recorded information is

longer than 20 letters, you can scroll the text to the left so that the rest of the title can be seen.

% Keep touching DISP until the title begins to scroll to the left.

The rest of the title will appear in the display.

Selecting tracks from the track title list

Track title list lets you see the list of track titles on a CD TEXT disc and select one of them to playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch TRACK LIST.

2 Touch PREV or NEXT to switch between the lists of titles.

3 Touch your favorite track title.

That selection will begin to play.

Displaying titles on CD TEXT discs

% Touch DISP.

Touch DISP repeatedly to switch between the following settings: DiscTitle (disc title)DiscArtist (disc artist name)TrackTitle (track title)TrackArtist (track artist name)

# If specific information has not been recorded on a CD TEXT disc, NO XXXX will be displayed (e.g., NO ARTIST).

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Listening MP3

These are the basic steps necessary to play an MP3 with your DVD player. More advanced MP3 operation is explained starting on the next page.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 MP3 indicator

Shows when the MP3 file is playing.

3 Folder number indicator

Shows the folder number currently playing.

4 Track number indicator

Shows the track (file) currently playing.

5 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track (file).

6 Folder name indicator

Shows the folder name currently playing.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch DVD to select the DVD player.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

# If no disc is loaded in this unit, you cannot select DVD (DVD player). Insert a disc in this unit. (Refer to page 17.)

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 To skip back or forward to another track, touch o or p.

# You can also skip back or forward to another track by moving the joystick left or right.

4 Touch d to display a, b, m and n.

Touch d until a, b, m and n appear in the display.

5 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching m or n.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right.

# There is no sound on fast forward or reverse. # This is fast forward and reverse operation only

for the file being played. This operation is canceled when the previous or next file is reached.

6 Touch a or b to select a folder.

# You can also select a folder by moving the joystick up or down.

# To return to folder 001 (ROOT), press and hold BAND/ESC. However, if folder 001 (ROOT) con-

tains no files, playback commences with folder

002. # You cannot select a folder that does not have an MP3 file recorded in it.

Playing MP3

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Notes

! When playing discs with MP3 files and audio

data (CD-DA) such as CD-EXTRA and MIXEDMODE CDs, both types can be played only by switching mode between MP3 and CD-DA by touching DA<>MP3 or pressing BAND/ESC.

! If you have switched between playback of

MP3 files and audio data (CD-DA), playback starts at the first track on the disc.

! This DVD player can play back an MP3 file re-

corded on CD-ROM. (Refer to page 93 for files that can be played back.)

! There is sometimes a delay between starting

up playback and the sound being issued. This is particularly the case when playing back multi-session and many folders. When being read in, FORMAT READ is displayed.

! Playback is carried out in order of file number.

Folders are skipped if they contain no files. (If folder 001 (ROOT) contains no files, playback commences with folder 002.)

! When playing back files recorded as VBR

(variable bit rate) files, the play time will not be correctly displayed if fast forward or reverse operations are used.

! If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30

seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Stopping playback

% Touch g.

# When you stop MP3 playback by touching g,

that location on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again. # To play back the disc again, touch f.

Introduction of advanced MP3 operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Notes

! The dynamic range control is effective only on

Dolby Digital sounds. (Refer to page 39.)

! If you do not operate the function within about

30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

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Repeating play

For MP3 playback, there are three repeat play ranges: FOLDER (folder repeat), TRACK (onetrack repeat) and DISC (repeat all tracks).

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the repeat range.

! DISC  Repeat all tracks ! FOLDER  Repeat the current folder ! TRACK  Repeat just the current track

Notes

! If you select other folder during repeat play,

the repeat play range changes to DISC.

! If you perform track search or fast forward/re-

verse during TRACK, the repeat play range changes to FOLDER.

! When FOLDER is selected, it is not possible to

play back a subfolder of that folder.

! When playing discs with MP3 files and audio

data (CD-DA), repeat play performs within the currently playing data type even if DISC is selected.

3 Touch a to turn random play on.

Tracks will play in a random order within the previously selected FOLDER or DISC ranges.

# To turn random play off, touch b.

Scanning folders and tracks

While you are using FOLDER, the beginning of each track in the selected folder plays for about 10 seconds. When you are using DISC, the beginning of the first track of each folder is played for about 10 seconds.

1 Select the repeat range.

Refer to Repeating play on this page.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch SCAN.

3 Touch a to turn scan play on.

The first 10 seconds of each track of the current folder (or the first track of each folder) is played.

4 When you find the desired track (or folder) touch b to turn scan play off.

Playing MP3

Playing tracks in a random order

Random play lets you play back tracks in a random order within the repeat range,

FOLDER and DISC.

1 Select the repeat range.

Refer to Repeating play on this page.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch RANDOM.

Note

After track or folder scanning is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again.

Pausing MP3 playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

% Touch f during playback.

The icon e is displayed for four seconds and playback is paused.

# To resume playback at the same point that you turned pause on, touch f again.

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Note

You can also turn on or off pause function using PAUSE. To display PAUSE, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

Displaying text information on MP3 discs

Text information recorded on a MP3 discs can be displayed.

% Touch DISP.

Touch DISP repeatedly to switch between the following settings: FolderName (folder name)FileName (file name)TrackTitle (track title)ArtistName (artist name)AlbumTitle (album title) Comment (comment)BitRate (bit rate)

# When playing back files recorded as VBR (variable bit rate) files, the bit rate value is not displayed even after switching to bit rate. (VBR will be displayed.) # If specific information has not been recorded on a MP3 disc, NO XXXX will be displayed (e.g., NO NAME).

% Keep touching DISP until the text information begins to scroll to the left.

The rest of the text information will appear in the display.

Selecting tracks from the file name list

File name list lets you see the list of file names (or folder names) on an MP3 disc and select one of them to playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch FOLDER&TRACK LIST.

2 Touch PREV or NEXT to switch between the lists of names.

3 Touch your favorite file name (or folder name).

That selection will begin to play.

# When you have selected a folder, a list of the names of the files (or the folders) in it can be viewed. Repeat 2 and 3 to select the desired file name. # To return to the previous list (the folder one level higher), touch UP.

Scrolling text information in the display

This unit can display the first 20 letters only of

FolderName, FileName, TrackTitle, ArtistName, AlbumTitle and Comment.

When the recorded information is longer than 20 letters, you can scroll the text to the left so that the rest of the text information can be seen.

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Listening a CD

You can use this unit to control a multi-CD player, which is sold separately.

These are the basic steps necessary to play a CD with your multi-CD player. More advanced CD operation is explained starting on the next page.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 Disc number indicator

Shows the disc currently playing.

3 Track number indicator

Shows the track currently playing.

4 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current track.

5 Disc list display

Shows the disc title list.

3 Touch any of 0106 to select a disc you want to listen to.

If you want to select a disc located at 7 to 12, touch PREV or NEXT to display 0712.

# When 0106 and 0712 are not displayed, you can display them by touching DISP. # You can also sequentially select a disc by using a/b.

4 To skip back or forward to another track, touch c or d.

Touching d skips to the start of the next track. Touching c once skips to the start of the current track. Touching again will skip to the previous track.

# You can also skip back or forward to another track by moving the joystick left or right.

5 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching c or d.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right.

Notes

! When the multi-CD player performs the pre-

paratory operations, READY is displayed.

! If the multi-CD player does not operate prop-

erly, an error message such as ERROR-02 may be displayed. Refer to the multi-CD player owners manual.

! If there are no discs in the multi-CD player ma-

gazine, NO DISC is displayed.

! If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30

seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

Multi-CD Player

1 Touch the source icon and then touch M-CD to select the multi-CD player.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

50-disc multi-CD player

Only those functions described in this manual are supported for 50-disc multi-CD players.

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Multi-CD Player

Introduction of advanced multi-CD player operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

2 Touch j to select the repeat range.

Touch j repeatedly until the desired repeat range appears in the display.

! MULTI-CD REPEAT  Repeat all discs in the

multi-CD player

! TRACK REPEAT  Repeat just the current

track

! DISC REPEAT  Repeat the current disc

# You can also select the repeat range by mov-

ing the joystick left or right.

Notes

! If you select other discs during repeat play,

the repeat play range changes to MULTI-CD REPEAT.

! If you perform track search or fast forward/re-

verse during TRACK REPEAT, the repeat play range changes to DISC REPEAT.

Playing tracks in a random order

Random play lets you play back tracks in a random order within the repeat range, MULTI-CD REPEAT and DISC REPEAT.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Repeating play

There are three repeat play ranges for the multi-CD player: MULTI-CD REPEAT (multi-CD player repeat), TRACK REPEAT (one-track repeat) and DISC REPEAT (disc repeat).

1 Select the repeat range.

Refer to Repeating play on this page.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch RANDOM.

3 Touch a to turn random play on.

Tracks will play in a random order within the previously selected MULTI-CD REPEAT or DISC REPEAT ranges.

# To turn random play off, touch b.

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Scanning CDs and tracks

While you are using DISC REPEAT, the begin- ning of each track on the selected disc plays for about 10 seconds. When you are using MULTI-CD REPEAT, the beginning of the first track of each disc is played for about 10 seconds.

1 Select the repeat range.

Refer to Repeating play on the previous page.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch SCAN.

3 Touch a to turn scan play on.

The first 10 seconds of each track of the current disc (or the first track of each disc) is played.

4 When you find the desired track (or disc) touch b to turn scan play off.

Note

After track or disc scanning is finished, normal playback of the tracks will begin again.

Using ITS playlists

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

Creating a playlist with ITS programming

You can use ITS to enter and playback up to 99 tracks per disc, up to 100 discs (with the disc title). (With multi-CD players sold before the CDX-P1250 and CDX-P650, up to 24 tracks can be stored in the playlist.)

1 Play a CD that you want to program.

Touch a or b to select a CD.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch ITS MEMORY.

4 Touch c or d to select a desired track.

Multi-CD Player

Pausing CD playback

Pause lets you temporarily stop disc playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch PAUSE.

2 Touch a to turn pause on.

Play of the current track pauses.

# To turn pause off, touch b.

5 Touch a to store the currently playing track in the playlist. ITS MEMORY is displayed briefly and the cur-

rently playing selection is added to your playlist. The display then shows track number again.

6 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Note

After data for 100 discs has been stored in memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.

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Playback from your ITS playlist

ITS play lets you listen to the tracks that you have entered into your ITS playlist. When you turn on ITS play, tracks from your ITS playlist in the multi-CD player will begin to play.

1 Select the repeat range.

Refer to Repeating play on page 54.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch ITS PLAY.

4 Touch a to turn ITS play on.

Playback begins of those tracks from your playlist within the previously selected MULTI-CD REPEAT or DISC REPEAT ranges.

# If no tracks in the current range are programmed for ITS play then ITS EMPTY is displayed. # To turn ITS play off, touch b.

Erasing a track from your ITS playlist

When you want to delete a track from your ITS playlist, you can if ITS play is on. If ITS play is already on, skip to step 2.

1 Play a CD you want to delete a track from your ITS playlist, and turn ITS play on.

Refer to Playback from your ITS playlist on this page.

5 Touch b to erase a track from your ITS playlist.

The currently playing selection is erased from your ITS playlist and playback of the next track from your ITS playlist begins.

# If there are no tracks from your playlist in the current range, ITS EMPTY is displayed and normal play resumes.

6 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Erasing a CD from your ITS playlist

When you want to delete all tracks of a CD from your ITS playlist, you can if ITS play is off.

1 Play a CD that you want to delete.

Touch a or b to select a CD.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch ITS MEMORY.

4 Touch b to erase all tracks on the currently playing CD from your ITS playlist.

All tracks on the currently playing CD are erased from your playlist and ITS CLEAR is displayed.

5 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch ITS MEMORY.

4 Touch c or d to select a desired track.

Using disc title functions

You can input CD titles and display the title. Then you can easily search for and select a desired disc for play.

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Entering disc titles

Disc title input lets you input CD titles up to 20 letters long and up to 100 disc titles (with ITS playlist) into the multi-CD player. ! With multi-CD players sold before the CDX-

P1250 and CDX-P650, up to 10 letters long can be input into multi-CD player.

! When playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT

compatible multi-CD player, you cannot switch to TITLE EDIT. The disc title will have already been recorded on a CD TEXT disc.

1 Play a CD that you want to enter the title.

Touch a or b to select a CD.

2 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NEXT.

3 Touch TITLE EDIT.

4 Touch ABC to select the desired character type.

Touch ABC repeatedly to switch between the following character type: Alphabet (upper case), numbers and symbols Alphabet (lower case)

# You can select to input numbers and symbols by touching 012. # You can also switch character types by clicking the joystick.

5 Touch a or b to select a letter of the alphabet.

6 Touch d to move the cursor to the next character position.

When the desired letter is displayed, touch d to move the cursor to the next position and then select the next letter. Touch c to move backwards in the display.

7 Touch OK to store the entered title in memory.

# You can also store the entered title in memory by moving the cursor to right until it disappears.

8 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Notes

! Titles remain in memory, even after the disc

has been removed from the magazine, and are recalled when the disc is reinserted.

! Titles are stored in this unit and multi-CD

player separately.

! After data for 100 discs has been stored in

memory, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.

Displaying disc titles

You can display the title of any disc that has had a disc title entered.

% Touch DISP.

Touch DISP repeatedly to switch between the following settings: DISC LIST (disc list)DiscTitle (disc title) When you select DiscTitle, the title of the currently playing disc is shown in the display.

# If no title has been entered for the currently playing disc, NO TITLE is displayed.

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Multi-CD Player

Using CD TEXT functions

You can use these functions only with a CD TEXT compatible multi-CD player.

Displaying titles on CD TEXT discs

% Touch DISP.

Touch DISP repeatedly to switch between the following settings:

DISC LIST (disc list)DiscTitle (disc title) DiscArtist (disc artist name)TrackTitle (track title)TrackArtist (track artist name)

# If specific information has not been recorded on a CD TEXT disc, NO XXXX will be displayed (e.g., NO ARTIST).

Scrolling titles in the display

This unit can display the first 20 letters only of

DiscTitle, DiscArtist, TrackTitle and TrackArtist. When the recorded information is

longer than 20 letters, you can scroll the text to the left so that the rest of the title can be seen.

% Keep touching DISP until the title begins to scroll to the left.

The rest of the title will appear in the display.

Selecting tracks from the track title list

Track title list lets you see the list of track titles on a CD TEXT disc and select one of them to playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch TRACK LIST.

2 Touch PREV or NEXT to switch between the lists of titles.

3 Touch your favorite track title.

That selection will begin to play.

Using compression and bass emphasis

You can use these functions only with a multiCD player that supports them.

Using COMP (compression) and DBE (dynamic bass emphasis) functions let you adjust the sound playback quality of the multi-CD player. Each of the functions have a two-step adjustment. The COMP function balances the output of louder and softer sounds at higher volumes. DBE boosts bass levels to give playback a fuller sound. Listen to each of the effects as you select through them and use the one that best enhances the playback of the track or CD that you are listening to.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch COMPRESSION.

# If the multi-CD player does not support COMP/DBE, NO COMPRESSION is displayed when you attempt to select it.

2 Touch ab to select your favorite setting.

Touch ab repeatedly to switch between the following settings:

OFFCOMP1COMP2OFFDBE1 DBE2

# You can also select the desired setting by moving the joystick up or down.

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TV tuner

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Watching the TV tuner

You can use this unit to control a TV tuner, which is sold separately.

For details concerning operation, refer to the TV tuners operation manuals. This section provides information on TV operations with this unit which differs from that described in the TV tuners operation manual.

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 Band indicator

Shows which band the TV tuner is tuned to.

3 Touch BAND to select a band.

Touch BAND repeatedly until the desired band is displayed, TV1 or TV2.

4 To perform manual tuning, touch c or d shortly.

The channels move up or down step by step.

# You can also perform manual tuning by moving the joystick left or right.

5 To perform seek tuning, keep touching c or d for about one second and release.

The tuner will scan the channels until a broadcast strong enough for good reception is found.

# You can cancel seek tuning by touching either c or d shortly. # If you keep touching c or d you can skip broadcasting channels. Seek tuning starts as soon as you release the keys. # You can also perform seek tuning by holding the joystick left or right.

Note

If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30 seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

TV tuner

3 Preset number indicator

Shows what preset has been selected.

4 Channel indicator

Shows which channel the TV tuner is tuned.

5 Preset list display

Shows the preset list.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch TV to select the TV.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

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Introduction of advanced TV tuner operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the TV picture, touch ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the TV picture.

Storing and recalling broadcast stations

If you touch any of the preset tuning keys P1P12 you can easily store up to 12 broad- cast stations for later recall with the touch of a key.

% When you find a station that you want to store in memory keep touching a preset tuning key P 1P12 until the preset number stops flashing.

The number you have touched will flash in the preset number indicator and then remain lit. The selected station has been stored in memory. The next time you touch the same preset tuning key P1P12 the station is recalled from memory.

# To switch between P1P6and P7P12, touch PREV or NEXT. # When the touch panel keys are not displayed, you can display them by touching the screen. # When P1P6and P7P12 are not dis- played, you can display them by touching DISP.

Notes

! Up to 24 stations, 12 for each of two TV bands

can be stored in memory.

! You can also use a and b to recall stations

assigned to preset tuning keys P1P12.

! You can also perform the same operations

using PRESET CH MEMORY. To display PRESET CH MEMORY, touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION.

Storing the strongest broadcast stations sequentially

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch BSSM.

2 Touch a to turn BSSM on. BSSM begins to flash. While BSSM is flashing

the 12 strongest broadcast stations will be stored in order from the lowest channel up. When finished, BSSM stops flashing.

# To cancel the storage process, touch b.

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TV tuner

Note

Storing broadcast stations with BSSM may replace broadcast stations you have saved using P1P12.

Selecting the country group

! This function can be operated only when

connecting a TV tuner (e.g. GEX-P6450TVP) featuring the country setting.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch COUNTRY.

2 Touch c or d to select the country group.

Touch c or d until the desired country group appears in the display. COUNTRY 1 (CCIR channel)COUNTRY 2 (IN channel)COUNTRY 3 (CHN channel) COUNTRY 4 (U.K. channel)COUNTRY 5 (OIRT channel)COUNTRY 6 (AUSTRALIA channel)

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DVD Player

Playing a disc

You can use this unit to control a DVD player or multi-DVD player, which is sold separately.

For details concerning operation, refer to the DVD players or multi-DVD players operation manuals. This section provides information on DVD operations with this unit which differs from that described in the DVD playersor multi-DVD players operation manual. ! Switch the remote control selection to sui-

table setting to operate DVD players. (Refer to page 79.)

! Switch the remote control operation mode

to DVD to operate the DVD player by using remote control. (Refer to page 14.)

1 Source icon

Shows what the source has been selected.

2 Disc number indicator

Shows the disc currently playing when using a multi-DVD player.

5 Play time indicator

Shows the elapsed playing time of the current chapter/track.

6 Disc list display

Shows the list of the disc type or the disc title when using a multi-DVD player.

7 Repeat indicator

Shows the selected repeat range.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch S-DVD to select the DVD player.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

2 Touch the screen to display the touch panel keys.

3 To skip back or forward to another chapter/track, touch c or d shortly.

# You can also skip back or forward to another chapter/track by moving the joystick left or right. When using the joystick on the remote control, switch the remote control operation mode to

AVH. (Refer to page 14.)

4 To perform fast forward or reverse, keep touching c or d for about one second and release.

# You can also perform fast reverse/fast forward by holding the joystick left or right. When using the joystick on the remote control, switch the remote control operation mode to AVH. (Refer to page 14.)

3 Title number indicator

Shows the title currently playing during DVD video playback.

4 Chapter/track number indicator

Shows the chapter/track currently playing.

Note

If you do not use the touch panel keys for 30 seconds, they will be hidden automatically.

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DVD Player

Turning the DVD player on or off

! Only the remote control can operate this

function. To perform this function, switch the remote control operation mode to DVD. (Refer to page 14.)

% Press REAR.S to turn the DVD player on.

# To turn the DVD player off, press REAR.S again.

Selecting a disc

! Only when a multi-DVD player is connected

to this unit, you can operate this function.

% Touch any of 16 to select the desired disc.

# When 16 are not displayed, you can display them by touching DISP. # You can also sequentially select a disc by using a/b. # You can also skip back or forward to another disc by moving the joystick up or down. When using the joystick on the remote control, switch the remote control operation mode to AVH. (Refer to page 14.) # You can also select a disc by pressing BACK or ENTERTAINMENT on the remote control when the remote control operation mode is switched to DVD.

Introduction of advanced DVD player operation

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch FUNCTION to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Repeating play

! During PBC playback of Video CDs, this

function cannot be operated.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch REPEAT.

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2 Touch j to select the repeat range. During DVD video playback

! DISC REPEAT  Repeat the current disc ! CHAPTER REPEAT  Repeat just the current

chapter

! TITLE REPEAT  Repeat just the current title

During Video CD or CD playback

! DISC REPEAT  Repeat the current disc ! TRACK REPEAT  Repeat just the current

track

Notes

! If you select other discs during repeat play,

the repeat play range changes to DISC REPEAT.

! If you perform track search or fast forward/re-

verse during TRACK REPEAT, the repeat play range changes to DISC REPEAT.

Pausing disc playback

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch PAUSE.

2 Touch a to turn pause on.

# To turn pause off, touch b.

Playing tracks in a random order

! You can operate this function only during

CD playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch RANDOM.

2 Touch a to turn random play on.

Tracks will play in a random order.

# To turn random play off, touch b.

Scanning tracks of a CD

! You can operate this function only during

CD playback.

1 Touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch SCAN.

2 Touch a to turn scan play on.

The first 10 seconds of each track is played.

3 When you find the desired track touch b to turn scan play off.

Using ITS playlists

! Only when a multi-DVD player is connected

to this unit, you can operate these functions.

! This function differs slightly from ITS play-

back with a multi-CD player. With multiDVD player, ITS playback applies only to the CD playing. For details, refer to Using ITS playlists on page 55.

Using disc title functions

You can input CD titles and display the title. Then you can easily search for and select a desired disc for play.

Entering disc titles

Disc title input lets you input CD titles up to 10 letters long into the multi-DVD player. For details concerning operation, refer to Entering disc titles on page 57. ! Only when a multi-DVD player is connected

to this unit, you can operate this function.

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Audio Adjustments

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Introduction of audio adjustments

By carrying out the following settings/adjustments in order, you can create a finely-tuned sound field effortlessly.

1 Using the position selector 2 Selecting a cut-off frequency 3 Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and auto-

equalizing)

Operating the audio menu

1 Audio display

Shows the audio function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch AUDIO to display the audio function names.

The audio function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick. # When playing discs recorded with more than 96 kHz sampling frequency, you cannot use audio functions. Also, equalizer curve setting, POSITION, AUTO EQ and AUTO TA will be cancelled. # When playing discs recorded with more than 96 kHz sampling frequency, audio is output from front speaker only. # When selecting the FM tuner as the source, you cannot switch to SLA.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the display of each source, touch

ESC.

Audio Adjustments

Note

If you do not operate the audio function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the source display.

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About speaker settings

1 Center speaker

2 Front speaker

3 Rear speaker

4 Subwoofer

Note

When selecting SP LEVEL, Test Tone or Time Alignment, L/R speaker adjustments for

the front and rear can be adjusted separately.

Display Equalizer curve

SUPER BASS (S BASS) Super bass

POWERFUL (PWRFUL) Powerful

NATURAL Natural

VOCAL Vocal

FLAT Flat

CUSTOM1 Custom 1

CUSTOM2 Custom 2

CUSTOM3 Custom 3

CUSTOM4 Custom 4

! CUSTOM1, CUSTOM2, CUSTOM3 and

CUSTOM4 are adjusted equalizer curves.

! When FLAT is selected no supplement or

correction is made to the sound. This is useful to check the effect of the equalizer curves by switching alternatively between FLAT and a set equalizer curve.

% Press EQ to select the equalizer.

Press EQ repeatedly to switch between the following equalizers:

SUPER BASS (S BASS) POWERFUL (PWRFUL)NATURALVOCAL FLATCUSTOM1CUSTOM2 CUSTOM3CUSTOM4

Using the equalizer

The equalizer lets you adjust the equalization to match car interior acoustic characteristics as desired.

Recalling equalizer curves

There are nine stored equalizer curves which you can easily recall at any time. Here is a list of the equalizer curves:

Adjusting 3-band parametric equalizer

For custom equalizer curves (CUSTOM1 CUSTOM4), you can adjust the front, rear and

center equalizer curves separately by selecting a center frequency, an equalizer level and a Q factor for each band. ! A separate CUSTOM1 curve can be cre-

ated for each source.

! CUSTOM2, CUSTOM3 and CUSTOM4

curves can be created common to all sources.

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! The center speaker largely determines the

sound image and getting the balance right isnt easy. We recommend reproducing a 2ch. audio (a CD for example) and getting the balance right among the speakers except for the center, and then reproducing a

5.1-ch. audio (Dolby Digital or DTS) and adjusting the center speaker output to the balance you have already got among the other speakers.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch PARAMETRIC EQ.

2 Touch C.EQ to select the equalizer.

Touch C.EQ repeatedly to switch between the following equalizers:

SUPER BASS (S BASS) POWERFUL (PWRFUL)NATURALVOCAL FLATCUSTOM1CUSTOM2 CUSTOM3CUSTOM4

3 Touch POS to select the speaker to be adjusted.

Each time you touch POS selects speakers in the following order: FRONT (front speakers)REAR (rear speakers)CENTER (center speaker)

# You cannot select speakers whose size is set

OFF.

4 Touch BAND to select the equalizer band to be adjusted.

Each time you touch BAND selects equalizer bands in the following order:

LOW (low)MID (mid)HIGH (high)

5 Touch c or d to select the center frequency of selected band.

Touch c or d until the desired frequency appears in the display.

40506380100125160200 2503154005006308001k

1.25k1.6k2k2.5k3.15k4k5k

6.3k8k10k12.5k (Hz)

# You can select a center frequency from among 20 frequencies for each band. You can change the center frequency in 1/3-octave steps, but you cannot select frequencies that have intervals shorter than 1 octave among the center frequencies of the three bands.

6 Touch a or b to adjust the equalizer level.

Each time you touch a or b increases or decreases the equalizer level. +12dB  12dB is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

7 Touch Q.Fac to select the desired Q factor.

Each time you touch Q.Fac switches between the following Q factor: WIDE (wide)NARROW (narrow)

# You can adjust parameters for each band of the other speakers in the same way.

8 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Using the auto-equalizer

The auto-equalizer is the equalizer curve created by auto TA and EQ (refer to Auto TA and

EQ (auto-time alignment and auto-equalizing)

on page 73). You can turn the auto-equalizer on or off.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch AUTO EQ.

# You cannot use this function if auto TA and EQ has not been carried out.

2 Touch a to turn the auto-equalizer on.

# To turn auto-equalizer off, touch b.

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Audio Adjustments

Using the position selector

One way to assure a more natural sound is to accurately position the stereo image, putting you right in the center of the sound field. The position selector function lets you automatically adjust the speaker output levels and inserts a delay time to match the number and position of occupied seats.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch POSITION.

2 Touch c/d/a/b to select a listening position.

Touch one of these, c/d/a/b, to select a listening position as listed in the table.

Key Display Position

c FL Front seat left

d FR Front seat right

a FRONT Front seats

b ALL All seats

# To cancel the selected listening position, touch the same key again.

Note

When you make adjustments for listening position, the speakers are automatically set for appropriate output levels. You can tailor them if you want as discussed under the heading of Adjust-

ing the speaker output levels using a test tone or Adjusting the speaker output levels.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch FADER/BALANCE.

2 Touch a or b to adjust front/rear speaker balance.

Each time you touch a or b moves the front/ rear speaker balance towards the front or the rear. FAD F:25  FAD R:25 is displayed as the front/ rear speaker balance moves from front to rear.

# FAD FR: 0 is the proper setting when only two speakers are used.

3 Touch c or d to adjust left/right speaker balance.

Each time you touch c or d moves the left/ right speaker balance towards the left or the right. BAL L:25  BAL R:25 is displayed as the left/ right speaker balance moves from left to right.

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 wish to adjust.

Using balance adjustment

You can select a fader/balance setting that provides an ideal listening environment in all occupied seats.

2 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch SLA.

3 Touch a or b to adjust the source volume.

Each time you touch a or b increases or decreases the source volume.

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+8dB  8dB is displayed as the source volume is increased or decreased.

Notes

! The AM tuner volume level can also be ad-

justed with source level adjustments.

! Video CD, CD and MP3 are set to the same

source level adjustment volume automatically.

! DVD and the optional DVD player are set to

the same source level adjustment volume automatically.

! External unit 1 and external unit 2 are set to

the same source level adjustment volume automatically.

! AUX (auxiliary input) and AV (video input) are

set to the same source level adjustment volume automatically.

Using the direct control

You can override audio settings to check for effectiveness of your audio settings. ! All audio functions are locked out during

the direct control is on except VOLUME.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Digital Direct.

2 Touch a to turn the direct control on.

# To turn direct control off, touch b.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Dolby PLB.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the desired mode.

! MOVIE  The Movie mode suitable for

movie playback

! MUSIC  The Music mode suitable for

music playback

! MATRIX  The Matrix mode in the case

when the FM radio reception is weak

! OFF  Turn Dolby Pro Logic B off ! MUSIC ADJUST  Adjust the Music mode

# You can operate MUSIC ADJUST only when

MUSIC has been selected.

Adjusting the Music mode

You can adjust the Music mode as following three controls. ! Panorama (PANORAMA) extends the front

stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting wraparound effect.

! Dimension (DIMENSION) allows you to

gradually adjust the sound field either towards the front or the rear.

! Center Width (CENTER WIDTH) allows cen-

ter-channel sounds to be positioned between the center speaker and the left/right speakers. It improves the left-center-right stage presentation for both the driver and the front passenger.

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Using the Dolby Pro Logic B

Dolby Pro Logic B creates five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources to achieve high-purity matrix surround. ! If both the center and the rear speakers are

set to OFF, you cannot use this function.

! Dolby Pro Logic B supports up to 48kHz

sampling rate stereo source and has no effect on the other type of source.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Dolby PLB.

2 Touch MUSIC and then touch MUSIC ADJUST.

# You can operate MUSIC ADJUST only when MUSIC has been selected.

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3 Touch PANORAMA and then touch d to turn the Panorama control on.

# To turn the Panorama control off, touch c.

4 Touch DIMENSION and then touch c or d to adjust front/surround speaker bal-

ance.

Each time you touch c or d moves the sound towards the front or the surrounds. +3  3 is displayed as the front/surround speaker balance moves from front to surrounds.

5 Touch CENTER WIDTH and then touch c or d to adjust the center image.

Each time you touch c or d gradually spreads the center channel sound into the front left and right speakers over a range 07. 3 is the default and its recommended for most recordings. 0 places all center sound in the center speaker. 7 places all center sound equally in the left/right speakers.

Setting the speaker setting

You need to make with/without (or yes/no) and size (bass reproducing capacity) selection/adjustments depending on the installed speakers. The size needs to be set to LARGE (large) if the speaker is capable of reproducing sounds of about 100 Hz or below. Otherwise select SMALL (small). ! Low frequency range is not output if the

subwoofer is set to OFF and the front and rear speakers set to SMALL or OFF.

! It is imperative that non-installed speakers

be set to OFF.

! Set the front or rear speaker to LARGE if

the speaker is capable of reproducing bass content, or if no subwoofer is installed.

2 Touch SP SET.

3 Touch the speaker to be adjusted.

4 Touch a or b to select the correct size for the selected speaker.

Each time you touch a or b selects the size in the following order: OFF (off)SMALL (small)LARGE (large)

# You cannot select OFF, when the front speak- ers have been selected. # You can turn ON or OFF, when the subwoofer has been selected.

Correcting the subwoofers phase

If trying to boost the bass output of the subwoofer doesnt do much or rather makes you feel that the bass gets more murky, this may indicate that the subwoofers output and bass content you hear over other speakers cancel each other out. To remove this problem, try changing the phase setting for the subwoofer.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch SP SET.

3 Touch the subwoofer.

4 Touch a to turn subwoofer output on.

# To turn subwoofer output off, touch b.

5 Touch c or d to select the phase of subwoofer output.

Touch d to select normal phase and NORMAL appears in the display. Touch c to select reverse phase and REVERSE appears in the display.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

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Selecting a cut-off frequency

You can select a frequency, under which sounds are reproduced through the subwoofer. If the installed speakers include one whose size has been set to SMALL, you can select a frequency, under which sounds are reproduced through a LARGE speaker or subwoofer.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch Cross Over.

3 Touch the speaker to be adjusted.

# You cannot select speakers whose size is set

OFF.

4 Touch a or b to select cut-off frequency.

Each time you touch a or b selects cut-off frequencies in the following order: 6380100125160200 (Hz)

Note

Selecting cut-off frequencies are to set cut-off frequencies of the subwoofers L.P.F. (low-pass filter) and that of the SMALL speaker H.P.F. (high-pass filter). The cut-off frequency setting has no effect if the subwoofer is set to OFF and other speakers are set to LARGE or OFF.

Adjusting the speaker output levels

You can readjust the speaker output levels using a test tone while listening to music.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch SP LEVEL.

3 Touch the speaker to be adjusted.

# You cannot select speakers whose size is set

OFF.

4 Touch a or b to adjust the speaker output level.

Each time you touch a or b increases or decreases the speaker output level. +10  10 is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

Note

To adjust the speaker output levels at this mode is the same as making the speaker output levels at Test Tone. Both provide the same results.

Adjusting the speaker output levels using a test tone

A convenient test tone allows you to easily get the overall balance right among the speakers.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch Test Tone.

The test tone is output. It rotates from speaker to speaker in the following sequence at intervals of about two seconds. The current settings for the speaker over which you hear the test tone are shown in the display. Front speaker leftCenter speakerFront speaker rightRear speaker rightRear speaker leftSubwoofer Check each speaker output level. If no adjustments are needed, perform step 4 to stop the test tone.

# The settings do not appear for speakers whose size is set OFF.

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3 Touch a or b to adjust the speaker output level.

Each time you touch a or b increases or decreases the speaker output level. +10  10 is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

# The test tone rotates to the next speaker after about two seconds from the last operation.

4 Touch BACK to stop the test tone output.

Notes

! If needed, select speakers and adjust their ab-

solute output levels. (Refer to Adjusting the speaker output levels on the previous page.)

! To adjust the speaker output levels at this

mode is the same as making the speaker output levels at SP LEVEL. Both provide the same results.

Using the time alignment

The time alignment lets you adjust the distance between each speaker and the listening position.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch Time Alignment.

3 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the time alignment.

! INITIAL  Initial time alignment (factory set-

ting)

! AUTO TA  Time alignment created by auto

TA and EQ. (Refer to Auto TA and EQ (auto- time alignment and auto-equalizing) on the next page.)

! CUSTOM  Adjusted time alignment that

you can create for yourself

! OFF  Turn the time alignment off ! ADJUSTMENT  Adjust the time alignment

as desired

# You cannot select AUTO TA if auto TA and EQ has not been carried out. # You cannot select ADJUSTMENT when neither FL nor FR is selected in POSITION.

Adjusting the time alignment

You can adjust the distance between each speaker and the selected position. ! An adjusted time alignment is memorized

in CUSTOM.

1 Touch A.MENU and AUDIO and then touch Sound Setting.

2 Touch Time Alignment and then touch ADJUSTMENT.

# You cannot select ADJUSTMENT when neither FL nor FR is selected in POSITION.

3 Touch the speaker to be adjusted.

# You cannot select speakers whose size is set

OFF.

4 Touch a or b to adjust the distance between the selected speaker and the listening position.

Each time you touch a or b increases or decreases the distance. 0.0cm  500.0cm is displayed as the distance is increased or decreased.

5 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

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Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and autoequalizing)

The auto-time alignment automatically adjusts the distance between each speaker and the listening position. The auto-equalizer automatically measures the car interior acoustic characteristics, and then creates the auto-equalizer curve based on that information.

WARNING

To prevent accidents, never carry out auto TA and EQ while driving. When this function measures the car interior acoustic characteristics to create an auto-equalizer curve, a loud measurement tone (noise) may be output from the speakers.

CAUTION

! Carrying out auto TA and EQ under the follow-

ing conditions may damage the speakers. Be sure to check the conditions thoroughly before carrying out auto TA and EQ.  When speakers are incorrectly connected.

(e.g., When a rear speaker is connected to a subwoofer output.)

 When a speaker is connected to a power

amp delivering output higher than the speakers maximum input power capability.

! If the microphone is placed in an unsuitable

position the measurement tone may become loud and measurement may take a long time, resulting in a drain on battery power. Be sure to place the microphone in the specified location.

Before operating the auto TA and EQ function

! Carry out auto TA and EQ 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 TA and EQ. Sounds other than the measurement tone (surrounding sounds, engine sound, telephones ringing etc.) may prevent correct measurement of the car interior acoustic characteristics.

! Be sure to carry out auto TA and EQ using

the supplied microphone. Using another microphone may prevent measurement, or result in incorrect measurement of the car interior acoustic characteristics.

! When front speaker is not connected, auto

TA and EQ cannot be carried out.

! When this unit is connected to a power

amp with input level control, auto TA and EQ may not be possible if you lower power amp input level. Set the power amps input level to the standard position.

! When this unit is connected to a power

amp with an LPF, turn off the LPF on the power amp before carrying out auto TA and EQ. In addition, the cut-off frequency for built-in LPF of an active subwoofer should be set to the highest frequency.

! The time alignment value calculated by

auto TA and EQ may differ from the actual distance in the following circumstances. However, the distance has been calculated by computer to be the optimum delay to give accurate results for the circumstances, so please continue to use this value.  When the reflected sound within a vehi-

cle is strong and delays occur.

 When delays occur for low sounds due

to the influence of the LPF on active subwoofers or external amps.

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! Auto TA and EQ changes the audio settings

as below:  The fader/balance settings return to the

center position. (Refer to page 68.)

 The equalizer curve switches to FLAT.

(Refer to page 66.)

 It will be adjusted automatically to high

pass filter setting for front, center and rear speaker.

! If you carry out auto TA and EQ when a pre-

vious setting of this already exists, the setting will be replaced.

Carrying out auto TA and EQ

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 TA and EQ.

2 Fix the supplied microphone in the center of the headrest of the drivers seat, fa- cing forward, using the belt (sold separately).

The auto TA and EQ may differ depending on where you place the microphone. If desired, place the microphone on the front passenger seat to carry out auto TA and EQ.

conditioner or heater may prevent correct auto TA and EQ.

# Press SOURCE to turn the source on if this unit is turned off.

4 Select the position for the seat on which the microphone is placed.

Refer to Using the position selector on page

68.

# If no position is selected before you start auto TA and EQ, FL is selected automatically.

5 Press SOURCE and hold until the unit turns off.

6 Press and hold EQ to enter the auto TA and EQ measurement mode.

7 Plug the microphone into the microphone input jack on the hide-away unit.

3 Turn the ignition switch to ON or ACC.

If the cars air conditioner or heater is turned on, turn it off. Noise from the fan in the air

8 Touch START to start the auto TA and EQ.

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 TA and EQ begins.

# When all speakers are connected, auto TA and EQ is completed in about nine minutes. # To stop auto TA and EQ, touch STOP.

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# To cancel auto TA and EQ part way through, touch BACK or ESC.

10 When auto TA and EQ is completed, Complete is displayed.

When correct measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics is not possible, an error message is displayed. (Refer to Under- standing auto TA and EQ error messages on page 91.)

11 Touch ESC to cancel the auto TA and EQ 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.

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Setting up the DVD player

Introduction of DVD setup adjustments

You can use this menu to change audio, subtitle, parental lock and other DVD settings. ! When watching a DVD/Video CD on the

rear display independently, you cannot operate this menu.

1 DVD setup menu display

Shows the DVD setup menu names.

1 Touch g. SETUP will be displayed instead of MENU.

2 Touch SETUP when the disc is stopped.

The DVD setup menu is displayed.

# When SETUP is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen. # You can also display DVD SETUP MENU by pressing MENU on the remote control when the disc is stopped.

3 Touch any of LANGUAGE, VISUAL or OTHERS to display the DVD setup function names.

The DVD setup function names in selected menu are displayed.

# To go to the next group of function names, touch NEXT. # To return to the previous group of function names, touch PREV.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the playback display, touch ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the DVD setup function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the playback display.

Setting the subtitle language

You can set a desired subtitle language. If the selected subtitle language is recorded on the DVD, subtitles are displayed in that language.

1 Touch SETUP and LANGUAGE and then touch SUB TITLE LANGUAGE.

A subtitle language menu is displayed and the currently set language is highlighted.

# To switch to the second language select menu, touch NEXT. # To return to the first language select menu, touch PREV.

2 Touch the desired language.

A subtitle language is set.

# If you have selected OTHERS, refer to When you select OTHERS on the next page.

Notes

! If the selected language is not recorded on

the disc, the language specified on the disc is displayed.

! You can also switch the subtitle language by

touching SUB.T during playback. (Refer to

Changing the subtitle language during playback (Multi-subtitle) on page 38.)

! Even if you use SUB.T to switch the subtitle

language, this does not affect the settings here.

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When you select OTHERS

When you select OTHERS, a language code input display is shown. Refer to Language code chart for DVD on page 96 to input the four digit code of the desired language.

1 Touch 09 to input the language code.

# To cancel the input numbers, touch C. # You can also input the desired number by

using the joystick and 0-9.

2 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

Setting the audio language

You can set the preferred audio language.

1 Touch SETUP and LANGUAGE and then touch AUDIO LANGUAGE.

An audio language menu is displayed and the currently set language is highlighted.

# To switch to the second language select menu, touch NEXT. # To return to the first language select menu, touch PREV.

2 Touch the desired language.

The audio language is set.

# If you have selected OTHERS, refer to When you select OTHERS on this page.

Notes

! If the selected language is not recorded on

the disc, the language specified on the disc is output.

! You can also switch the audio language by

touching AUDIO during playback. (Refer to

Changing audio language during playback (Multi-audio) on page 38.)

! Even if you use AUDIO to switch the audio

language, this does not affect the settings here.

Setting the menu language

You can set the preferred language for displays of menus recorded on a disc.

1 Touch SETUP and LANGUAGE and then touch MENU LANGUAGE.

A menu language menu is displayed and the currently set language is highlighted.

# To switch to the second language select menu, touch NEXT. # To return to the first language select menu, touch PREV.

2 Touch the desired language.

The menu language is set.

# If you have selected OTHERS, refer to When you select OTHERS on this page.

Note

If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the language specified on the disc is displayed.

Setting assist subtitles on or off

Assist subtitles offer explanations for the aurally impaired. However, they are only displayed if they are recorded on the DVD. You can turn assist subtitles on or off as desired.

1 Touch SETUP and LANGUAGE and then touch NEXT.

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2 Touch ASSIST SUB TITLE.

3 Touch a to turn assist subtitles on.

# To turn assist subtitles off, touch b.

Setting angle icon display

You can set up that the angle icon appears on scenes where the angle can be switched.

1 Touch SETUP and VISUAL and then touch MULTI ANGLE.

2 Touch a to turn angle icon display on.

# To turn angle icon display off, touch b.

Setting the aspect ratio

There are two kinds of display. A wide screen display has a width-to-height ratio (TV aspect) of 16:9, while a regular display has a TV aspect of 4:3. Be sure to select the correct TV aspect for the display connected to REAR MONITOR OUT. ! When using a regular display, select either

LETTER BOX or PANSCAN. Selecting 16 : 9 may result in an unnatural picture.

! If you select the TV aspect, this units dis-

play changes to the same setting.

1 Touch SETUP and VISUAL and then touch TV ASPECT.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the TV aspect.

! 16 : 9  Wide screen picture (16:9) is dis-

played as it is (initial setting)

! LETTER BOX  The picture is the shape of a

letter box with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen

! PANSCAN  The picture is cut short at the

right and left of the screen

Notes

! When playing discs that do not specify

PANSCAN, playback is with LETTER BOX even if you select the PANSCAN setting. Con- firm whether the disc package bears the

16 : 9 LB

mark. (See page 8.)

! Some discs do not enable changing of the TV

aspect. For details, refer to the discsinstructions.

Setting the parental lock

Some DVD video discs let you use parental lock to restrict the viewing of violent and adult oriented scenes by children. You can set the parental lock level in steps as desired. ! When you set a parental lock level and then

play a disc featuring parental lock, code number input indications may be displayed. In this case, playback will begin when the correct code number is input.

Setting the code number and level

When you first use this function, register your code number. If you do not register a code number, parental lock will not operate.

1 Touch SETUP and VISUAL and then touch PARENTAL.

2 Touch 09 to input a four digit code number.

3 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

The code number is set, and you can now set the level.

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4 Touch c or d to select the desired level.

The parental lock level is set.

! 8  Playback of the entire disc is possible

(initial setting)

! 72  Playback of discs for children and

non-adult oriented discs is possible

! 1  Playback of discs for children only is

possible

Notes

! We recommend to keep a record of your code

number in case you forget it.

! The parental lock level is recorded on the disc.

You can confirm it by looking at the disc package, included literature or on the disc itself. With discs that do not feature a recorded parental lock level, you cannot use parental lock.

! With some discs, parental lock operates to

skip certain scenes only, after which normal playback resumes. For details, refer to the discs instructions.

Changing the level

You can change the set parental lock level.

1 Touch SETUP and VISUAL and then touch PARENTAL.

If you forget your code number

Refer to Changing the level on this page, and touch C 10 times. The registered code number is canceled, letting you register a new one.

To play back bonus groups

Some DVD audio discs have an extra bonus group that requires a four digit password to access. See the disc packaging for details and the password. When you try and play the bonus group, the password input screen will automatically appear. ! The bonus group can be played back after

the password has been entered until the disc is removed from the unit.

1 Touch SETUP and OTHERS and then touch BONUS GROUP.

2 Touch 09 to input a four digit password.

# If you input an incorrect password, touch C and then input the correct password.

3 While the input number is displayed, touch ENTER.

Setting up the DVD player

2 Touch 09 to input the registered code number.

3 Touch ENTER.

This enters the code number, and you can now change the level.

# If you input an incorrect code number, the icon

is displayed. Touch C and input the cor-

rect code number.

# If you forget your code number, refer to If you forget your code number on this page.

4 Touch c or d to select the desired level.

The new parental lock level is set.

Setting remote control code type

When the remote control operation switch is set to DVD, changing the remote control code type enables you to operate the Pioneer DVD player by the supplied remote control. There are three remote codes, code type A, code type B and code type AVH. When using this unit with a multi-DVD player (e.g. XDV-P9), select code A. When using this unit only, select code AVH. ! With this unit, code B cannot be used.

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1 Set the remote control selection switch on the left side of the remote control to the appropriate position with a pen tip or other pointed instrument .

! If you select AVH mode, there is no need to

take the following procedure.

! If you select A/B mode, take the following

procedure and change the code type to the appropriate type.

2 Press 7 and 0 on the remote control simultaneously to change the code type.

Initially, the code type is set to A. Each time you press 7 and 0 simultaneously on the remote control the code type switches between A and B.

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Adjusting initial settings

Initial settings lets you perform initial set up of different settings for this unit.

1 Function display

Shows the function names.

1 Touch the source icon and then touch OFF to turn this unit off.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen.

2 Touch A.MENU and then touch INITIAL to display the function names.

The function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the display of each source, touch

ESC.

Setting the FM tuning step

The FM tuning step employed by seek tuning can be switched between 100 kHz, the preset step, and 50 kHz.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch FM STEP.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the FM tuning step.

! 50k  50 kHz ! 100k  100 kHz

Note

If seek tuning is performed in 50 kHz steps, stations may be tuned in imprecisely. Tune in the stations with manual tuning or use seek tuning again.

Setting the AM tuning step

The AM tuning step can be switched between 9 kHz, the preset step, and 10 kHz. When using the tuner in North, Central or South America, reset the tuning step from 9 kHz (531  1,602 kHz allowable) to 10 kHz (530  1,640 kHz allowable).

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch AM STEP.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the AM tuning step.

! 9k  9 kHz ! 10k  10 kHz

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Switching the warning tone

If the front panel is not detached from the head unit within five seconds of turning off the ignition, a warning tone will sound. You can turn off the warning tone.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch DETACH WARNING.

2 Touch a to turn warning tone on.

# To turn warning tone off, touch b.

Switching the auxiliary setting

It is possible to use auxiliary equipment with this unit. Activate the auxiliary setting when using auxiliary equipment connected to this unit.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch AUX.

2 Touch a to turn auxiliary setting on.

# To turn auxiliary setting off, touch b.

Correcting distorted sound

You can minimize distortion likely caused by the equalizer curve settings. Setting an equalizer level high can cause distortion. If high sound is crippled or distorted, try switching to LOW. Normally, leave the setting at HIGH to ensure quality sound.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch DIGITAL ATT.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the digital attenuator setting.

! HIGH  High quality sound

! LOW  Minimize distortion sound

Switching the sound muting/attenuation

Sound from this system is muted or attenuated automatically when a call is made or received using a cellular telephone connected to this unit. ! The sound is turned off, MUTE is displayed

and no audio adjustments are possible.

! The sound is attenuated, AT T is displayed

and no audio adjustments, except volume control, are possible.

! Operation returns to normal when the

phone connection is ended.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch TEL/GUIDE.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the desired setting.

! MIXING  Mixing ! ATT 10dB  Attenuation ! ATT 20dB  Attenuation (AT T 20dB has a

stronger effect than ATT 10dB)

! MUTE  Muting

Switching the automatic disc playback

You can turn automatic disc playback on or off when you insert a disc into the disc loading slot. When this function is on, the disc will be automatically played after it is inserted into the disc loading slot. Initially, this function is set to on.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch NEXT.

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2 Touch DVD AUTO PLAY.

3 Touch a to turn automatic disc playback on.

# To turn automatic disc playback off, touch

Switching the dimmer setting for sub-display

To prevent the sub-display from being too bright at night, the sub-display is automatically dimmed when the cars headlights are turned on. You can turn dimmer on or off.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch NEXT.

2 Touch SUB DISPLAY DIMMER.

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3 Touch a to turn dimmer on.

# To turn dimmer off, touch b.

Resetting the audio functions

You can reset all audio functions except volume.

1 Touch A.MENU and INITIAL and then touch NEXT.

2 Touch AUDIO RESET.

3 Touch RESET.

4 Touch RESET again to reset audio functions.

# To cancel resetting the audio functions, touch

CANCEL.

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Other Functions

Introduction of setup adjustments

1 Setup menu display

Shows the setup function names.

% Touch A.MENU and then touch SETUP to display the setup function names.

The setup function names are displayed and operable ones are highlighted.

# When A.MENU is not displayed, you can dis- play it by touching the screen. # You can also display MENU by clicking the joystick.

# To return to the previous display, touch BACK. # To return to the display of each source, touch

ESC.

Note

If you do not operate the setup function within about 30 seconds, the display is automatically returned to the source display.

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch AV INPUT.

2 Touch any of the following touch panel keys to select the video input setting.

! OFF  No video component is connected ! VIDEO  External video component ! M-DVD  DVD player connected with RCA

cable

# When a DVD player is connected with an AVBUS cable, do not select M-DVD or else no picture is displayed even if you select S-DVD.

Setting for back-up camera

This unit features a function that automatically switches to the back-up camera video (BACK UP CAMERA IN jack) when a back-up camera is installed on your car. When the gear shift is in REVERSE (R) position, the video automati- cally switches to a back-up camera video. (For more details, consult with your dealer.) ! We recommend that you use a camera

which outputs mirror reversed images.

! Confirm the setting immediately whether

the display changes to a back-up camera video when the gear shift is moved to RE- VERSE (R) from another position.

! When the display changes to a back-up

camera video during normal drivings, switch to another setting.

! To return to the source display, press

MENU on the head unit.

Setting the video input

You can switch the setting according to the connected component. ! Select VIDEO to watch video of a con-

nected component as AV source.

! Select M-DVD to watch video of a con-

nected DVD player as S-DVD source.

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch BACK UP CAMERA.

2 Touch a to turn back-up camera setting on.

# To turn back-up camera setting off, touch b.

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3 Touch c or d to select an appropriate setting for polarity.

Each time you touch c or d switches between the following polarity:

! BATTERY  When the polarity of the con-

nected lead is positive while the gear shift is REVERSE (R) position

! GND  When the polarity of the connected

lead is negative while the gear shift is RE- VERSE (R) position

Setting the clock

Use these instructions to set the clock. ! When this unit is turned on, time is dis-

played on the entertainment clock only. (Refer to Switching the background display on page 87.)

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch CLOCK ADJUST.

2 Touch c or d to select the segment of the clock display you wish to set.

Each time you touch c or d will select one segment of the clock display: HourMinute As you select segments of the clock display the segment selected will be highlighted.

Notes

! You can match the clock to a time signal by

touching JUST.  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.)

! You can display the clock for eight seconds by

pressing FLIP DOWN/CLOCK when the LCD panel is closed.

! Even when the sources are off, the clock dis-

play appears on the display.

Setting the automatic open function

To prevent the display from hitting the shift lever of an automatic vehicle when it is in P (park) position, or when you do not wish the display to open/close automatically, you can set the automatic open function in the manual mode.

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch AUTO FLAP.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the display to open/ close automatically or manually.

! AUTO  The LCD panel will be opened or

closed automatically with the turning of the ignition switch on or off

! MANUAL  You have to press

OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the LCD

panel

Other Functions

3 Touch a or b to set the clock.

Each time you touch a will increase the selected hour or minute. Each time you touch b will decrease the selected hour or minute.

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Adjusting the LCD panel slide position

To adjust the LCD panel slide position, you can turn the set back on or off.

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch FLAP SET BACK.

2 Touch a to turn the set back on, and the LCD panel slides to the back.

# To turn the set back off, touch b and the LCD panel slides to the front.

Setting the video of rear display

You can select either showing the same source as the front display or showing the video source on rear display independently.

! When selecting FRONT SOURCE in

REAR MODE, when the selected source is

an audio source, nothing is displayed on rear display.

! When selecting FRONT SOURCE in

REAR MODE, audio is not output from REAR MONITOR OUT.

1 Touch A.MENU and SETUP and then touch REAR MODE.

2 Touch either of the following touch panel keys to select the video on rear display.

! FRONT SOURCE  Display the same source

as the front display

! SEPARATE  Display the video source on

rear display independently of front display

Using the AUX source

An IP-BUS-RCA Interconnector such as the CD-RB20/CD-RB10 (sold separately) lets you connect this unit to auxiliary equipment featuring RCA output. For more details, refer to the IP-BUS-RCA Interconnector owner s manual.

Selecting AUX as the source

% Touch the source icon and then touch AUX to select AUX as the source.

# When the source icon is not displayed, you can display it by touching the screen. # If the auxiliary setting is not turned on, AUX cannot be selected. For more details, see Switch- ing the auxiliary setting on page 82.

Setting the AUX title

The title displayed for the AUX source can be changed.

1 After you have selected AUX as the source, touch A.MENU and FUNCTION and then touch NAME EDIT.

2 Touch ABC to select the desired character type.

Touch ABC repeatedly to switch between the following character type: Alphabet (upper case), numbers and symbols Alphabet (lower case)

# You can select to input numbers and symbols by touching 012. # You can also switch character types by clicking the joystick.

3 Touch a or b to select a letter of the alphabet.

Each time you touch a will display a letter of the alphabet in A B C ... X Y Z, numbers and symbols in 1 2 3 ... | } ¯ order. Each time you

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touch b will display a letter in the reverse order, such as Z Y X ... C B A order.

4 Touch d to move the cursor to the next character position.

When the desired letter is displayed, touch d to move the cursor to the next position and then select the next letter. Touch c to move backwards in the display.

5 Touch OK to store the entered title in memory.

# You can also store the entered title in memory by moving the cursor to right until it disappears.

6 Touch ESC to return to the playback display.

Switching the background display

You can switch background displays while listening to each source.

% Press ENTERTAINMENT.

Each time you press ENTERTAINMENT the display changes in the following order: Video of currently selected sourcePICTURE1 (picture 1)PICTURE2 (picture 2)SPEANA (spectrum analyzer)LEVEL METER1 (level meter 1)LEVEL METER2 (level meter 2)

MOVIE1 (movie 1)MOVIE2 (movie 2) CLOCK (entertainment clock)DVD (DVD player)AV (video input)

Notes

! In the following cases, the background display

will not change:

 When no disc is set in this unit.  When the AV (video input) is not set to

VIDEO (refer to page 84).

! If car s parking brake is not engaged,

MOVIE1 and MOVIE2 will be changed into still pictures.

Using the PGM button

You can operate the preprogrammed functions for each source by using PGM.

% Press PGM to turn pause on when selecting the following sources:

! DVD  Built-in DVD player ! S-DVD  DVD player/multi-DVD player ! M-CD  Multi-CD player

# To turn pause off, press PGM again.

% Press PGM and hold to turn BSM on

when selecting TUNER as the source. Press PGM and hold until the BSM turns on.

# To cancel the storage process, press PGM again.

% Press PGM and hold to turn BSSM on when selecting TV as the source. Press PGM and hold until the BSSM turns on.

# To cancel the storage process, press PGM again.

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Troubleshooting

Common

Symptom Cause Action (See)

Power doesnt turn on. The unit doesnt operate.

Operation with the remote control isnt possible. The unit does not operate correctly even when the appropriate remote control buttons are pressed.

Playback is not possible. The disc is dirty. Clean disc. (Page 92)

No sounds are heard. The volume level will not rise.

Sound is not heard over a specific speaker.

Theres no picture. The parking brake cord is not con-

Leads and connectors are incorrectly connected.

The fuse is blown. Rectify the reason for the fuse blowing, then

Noise and other factors are causing the built-in microprocessor to operate incorrectly.

The remote control operation mode is incorrect.

The remote control code is incorrect.

Battery power is low. Load new battery. (Page 9)

Some operations are prohibited with certain discs.

The loaded disc is a type this unit cannot play.

Non compatible video system disc is loaded.

Cables are not connected correctly. Connect the cables correctly.

The unit is performing still, slow motion or frame-by-frame playback.

The front, rear, left and right speakers are not properly adjusted in level balance.

The speaker size is set to OFF. Make the correct size setting for the speaker.

The speaker level is set too low. Increase the speaker level setting to get the

The center speaker size is set to SMALL or LARGE whereas no center speaker is installed.

nected.

The parking brake is not applied. Connect a parking brake cord, and apply the

Confirm once more that all connections are correct.

replace the fuse. Be very sure to install the correct fuse with the same rate.

Press RESET.(Page9)

Switch to the correct remote control mode. (Page 14)

Make sure the remote control selection switch setting and code type setting are the same. (Page 79)

Check using another disc.

Check what type the disc is.

Change to a disc compatible to your video system.

There is no sound during still, slow motion or frame-by-frame playback.

Adjust the relative levels between the speakers correctly. (Page 68)

(Page 70)

balance right with the other speakers. (Page

71)

Set the center speaker size to OFF. (Page 70)

Connect a parking brake cord, and apply the parking brake.

parking brake.

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Symptom Cause Action (See)

The icon eration is not possible.

The picture stops (pauses) and the unit cannot be operated.

Theres no sound. Volume level is low.

Theres audio and video skipping.

The picture is stretched, the aspect is incorrect.

When the ignition switch is turned ON (or turned to ACC), the motor sounds.

Nothing is displayed. The touch panel keys cannot use.

is displayed, and op-

Problems during DVD playback

Symptom Cause Action (See)

Playback is not possible. The loaded disc has a different re-

A parental lock message is displayed and playback is not possible.

Parental lock cannot be canceled.

Dialog language (and subtitle language) cannot be switched.

No subtitles are displayed. The DVD playing does not feature

Playback is not with the audio language and subtitle language settings selected in DVD SETUP MENU.

The operation is prohibited for the disc.

The operation is not compatible with the discs organization.

Reading of data has become impossible during playback.

The volume level is low. Adjust the volume level.

The attenuator is on. Turn the attenuator off.

This unit is not firmly secured. Secure this unit firmly.

The aspect setting is incorrect for the display.

This unit confirms whether a disc is loaded or not.

The back-up camera is not connected. BACK UP CAMERA is incorrect setting.

gion number from this unit.

Parental lock is on. Turn parental lock off or change the level.

The code number is incorrect. Input the correct code number. (Page 78)

You have forgotten your code number.

The DVD playing does not feature multiple language recordings.

You can only switch between items indicated in the disc menu.

subtitles.

You can only switch between items indicated in the disc menu.

The DVD playing does not feature dialog or subtitles in the language selected in DVD SETUP MENU.

This operation is not possible.

After pressing g once, start playback once

more.

Select the appropriate setting for your display.

(Page 78)

This is a normal operation.

Connect a back-up camera.

Press MENU on the head unit to return to the

source display and then select the correct set-

ting for BACK UP CAMERA. (Page 84)

Replace the disc with one featuring the same

region number as this unit. (Page 6, Page 99)

(Page 78)

Press CLEAR 10 times to cancel the code

number. (Page 79)

You cannot switch among multiple languages

if they arent recorded on the disc.

Switch using the disc menu.

Subtitles are not displayed if they are not re-

corded on the disc.

Switch using the disc menu.

Switching to a selected language is not possi-

ble if the language selected in DVD SETUP

MENU is not recorded on the disc.

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Symptom Cause Action (See)

Switching the viewing angle is not possible.

The picture is extremely unclear/ distorted and dark during playback.

Problems during Video CD playback

Symptom Cause Action (See)

The PBC (playback control) menu display cannot be called up.

Repeat play and track/time search are not possible.

The DVD playing does not feature scenes shot from multiple angles.

You are trying to switch to multiple angle viewing of a scene that is not recorded from multiple angles.

The disc features a signal to prohibit copying. (Some discs may have this.)

The Video CD playing does not feature PBC.

PBC is turned off. Turn PBC on. (Page 40, Page 44)

PBC is turned on. Turn PBC off. (Page 40, Page 44)

You cannot switch between multiple angles if the DVD does not feature scenes recorded from multiple angles.

Switch between multiple angles when watching scenes recorded from multiple angles.

Since this unit is compatible with the copy guard analog copy protect system, when playing a disc that has a signal prohibiting copying, the picture may suffer from horizontal stripes or other imperfections when viewed on some displays. This does not mean this unit is malfunctioning.

This operation is not possible with Video CDs not featuring PBC.

Error messages

When problems occur with disc playback, an error message appears on the display. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, then take the suggested corrective action. If the error persists, contact your dealer or your nearest PIONEER Service Center.

Message Cause Action (See)

ERROR-02 Dirty disc Clean disc.

Scratched disc Replace disc.

ERROR-05 Electrical or mechanical Press RESET.

DIFFERENT REGION DISC (REGION ERR)

NON PLAYABLE DISC (NONPLAY)

THERMAL PROTECTION IN MOTION (TEMP)

The disc does not have the same region number as this unit

This type of disc cannot be played by this unit

The disc is loaded upside down Check that the disc is loaded correctly.

The temperature of this unit is outside of the normal operating range

Replace the DVD video with one bearing the correct region number.

Replace the disc with one this unit can play.

Wait until the units temperature returns to within normal operating limits.

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Understanding auto TA and EQ error messages

When correct measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics is not possible using the auto TA and EQ, an error message may appear on the display. If an error message appears on the display refer to the table below to see what the problem is and the suggested method of correcting the problem. After checking, try again.

Message Cause Action

Error check MIC Microphone is not connected. Plug the supplied microphone securely into

Error check front SP, Error check FL SP, Error check FR SP, Error check center SP, Error check RL SP, Error check RR SP, Error check subwoofer

Error check noise The surrounding noise level is too

The microphone cannot pick up the measuring tone of any speaker.

high.

the jack.

! 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 condi-

tioner or heater.

! Set the microphone correctly.

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DVD player and care

! Use only normal, round discs. If you insert

irregular, non-round, shaped discs they may jam in the DVD player or not play properly.

! Check all discs for cracks, scratches or

warped discs before playing. Discs that have cracks, scratches or are warped may not play properly. Do not use such discs.

! Avoid touching the recorded (non-printed

side) surface when handling the disc.

! Store discs in their cases when not in use. ! Keep discs out of direct sunlight and do

not expose the discs to high temperatures.

! Do not attach labels, write on or apply che-

micals to the surface of the discs.

! To clean dirt from a disc, wipe the disc with

a soft cloth outward from the center of the disc.

DVD discs

! With some DVD video discs, it may not be

possible to use certain functions.

! It may not be possible to play back some

DVD video discs.

! When DVD-R/DVD-RW discs are used,

playback is possible only for discs which have been finalized.

! When DVD-R/DVD-RW discs are used,

playback is possible only for discs which have been recorded with the Video format (video mode). It is not possible to play back DVD-RW discs which have been recorded with the Video Recording format (VR mode).

! It may not be possible to play back DVD-R/

DVD-RW discs which have been recorded with the Video format (video mode), because of disc characteristics, scratches or dirt on the disc, or dirt, condensation, etc. on the lens of this unit.

! It is not possible to play back DVD-ROM/

DVD-RAM discs.

! Playback of discs recorded on a personal

computer may not be possible depending on the application settings and the environment. Please record with the correct format. (For details, contact the manufacturer of the application.)

! If the heater is used in cold weather, moist-

ure may form on components inside the DVD player. Condensation may cause the DVD player to not operate properly. If you think that condensation is a problem turn off the DVD player for an hour or so to allow the DVD player to dry out and wipe any damp discs with a soft cloth to remove the moisture.

! Road shocks may interrupt disc

playback.

CD-R/CD-RW discs

! When CD-R/CD-RW discs are used, play-

back is possible only for discs which have been finalized.

! It may not be possible to play back CD-R/

CD-RW discs recorded on a music CD recorder or a personal computer because of disc characteristics, scratches or dirt on the disc, or dirt, condensation, etc. on the lens of this unit.

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! Playback of discs recorded on a personal

computer may not be possible depending on the application settings and the environment. Please record with the correct format. (For details, contact the manufacturer of the application.)

! Playback of CD-R/CD-RW discs may be-

come impossible in case of direct exposure to sunlight, high temperatures, or the storage conditions in the car.

! Titles and other text information recorded

on a CD-R/CD-RW disc may not be displayed by this unit (in the case of audio data (CD-DA)).

! This unit conforms to the track skip func-

tion of the CD-R/CD-RW disc. The tracks containing the track skip information are skipped automatically (in case of audio data (CD-DA)).

! If you insert a CD-RW disc into this unit,

time to playback will be longer than when you insert a conventional CD or CD-R disc.

! Read the precautions with CD-R/CD-RW

discs before using them.

MP3 files

! MP3 is short for MPEG Audio Layer 3 and

refers to an audio compression technology standard.

! This unit allows playback of MP3 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 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), 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 files and

audio data (CD-DA) such as CD-EXTRA and MIXED-MODE CDs, both types can be played only by switching mode between MP3 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.

! 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 mp3 PRO format.

! The sound quality of MP3 files generally be-

comes better with increasing bit rate. This unit 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.

Important

! When naming an MP3 file, add the corre-

sponding filename extension (.mp3).

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! This unit plays back files with the filename ex-

tension (.mp3) as an MP3 file. To prevent noise and malfunctions, do not use this extension for files other than MP3 files.

About folders and MP3 files

! An outline of a CD-ROM with MP3 files on

it is shown below. Subfolders are shown as folders in the folder currently selected.

! It is not possible to check folders that do not

include MP3 files. (These folders will be skipped without displaying the folder number.)

! MP3 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 items from

folder on one disc.

Using the display correctly

CAUTION

! If moisture or foreign matter should get inside

this unit, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station. Using this unit in this condition may result in a fire or electric shock, or other failure.

! If you notice smoke, a strange noise or smell,

or any other abnormal signs from the display, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station. Using this unit in this condition may result in failure of the system.

! Do not disassemble or modify this unit, as

there are high-voltage components inside which may cause an electric shock. Be sure to consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station for internal inspection, adjustments or repairs.

1 First level

2 Second level

3 Third level

Notes

! This unit assigns folder numbers. The user

can not assign folder numbers.

Handling the display

! When the display is subjected to direct sun-

light for a long period of time, it will become very hot resulting in possible damage to the LCD screen. When not using this unit, close the display and avoid exposing it to direct sunlight as much as possible.

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! The display should be used within the tem-

perature ranges shown below. Operating temperature range: 10 to +50 °C Storage temperature range: 20 to +80 °C At temperatures higher or lower than the operating temperature range the display may not operate normally.

! The LCD screen of this unit is exposed in

order to increase its visibility within the vehicle. Please do not press strongly on it as this may damage it.

! Do not place anything on the display when

it is deployed. Also, do not attempt to carry out angle adjustment, or open/close the display by hand. Applying strong force to the display may damage it.

! Do not push the LCD screen with much

force as this may scratch it.

! Be careful not to place anything between

the display and the main body when the display is opening or closing. If an object gets between the display and main body, the display may stop working.

Liquid crystal display (LCD) screen

! If the display is near the vent of an air con-

ditioner when it is opened, make sure that air from the air conditioner is not blowing on it. Heat from the heater may break the LCD screen, and cool air from the cooler may cause moisture to form inside the display resulting in possible damage. Also, if the display is cooled down by the cooler, the screen may become dark, or the life span of the small fluorescent tube used inside the display may be shortened.

! Small black dots or white dots (bright dots)

may appear on the LCD screen. These are due to the characteristics of the LCD screen and do not indicate a problem with the display.

! At low temperatures, the LCD screen may

be dark for a while after the power is turned on.

! The LCD screen will be difficult to see if it is

exposed to direct sunlight.

! When using a portable phone, keep the an-

tenna of the portable phone away from the display to prevent disruption of the video by the appearance of spots, colored stripes, etc.

Keeping the display in good condition

! When removing dust from the screen or

cleaning the display, first turn the system power off, then wipe with the supplied cloth.

! When wiping the screen, take care not to

scratch the surface. Do not use harsh or abrasive chemical cleaners.

Small fluorescent tube

! A small fluorescent tube is used inside the

display to illuminate the LCD screen.  The fluorescent tube should last for ap-

proximately 10,000 hours, depending on operating conditions. (Using the display at low temperatures reduces the service life of the fluorescent tube.)

 When the fluorescent tube reaches the

end of its useful life, the screen will be dark and the image will no longer be projected. If this happens, consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station.

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Language code chart for DVD

Language (code), input code Language (code), input code Language (code), input code

Japanese (ja), 1001 Guarani (gn), 0714 Pashto, Pushto (ps), 1619 English (en), 0514 Gujarati (gu), 0721 Quechua (qu), 1721 French (fr), 0618 Hausa (ha), 0801 Rhaeto-Romance (rm), 1813 Spanish (es), 0519 Hindi (hi), 0809 Kirundi (rn), 1814 German (de), 0405 Croatian (hr), 0818 Romanian (ro), 1815 Italian (it), 0920 Hungarian (hu), 0821 Kinyarwanda (rw), 1823 Chinese (zh), 2608 Armenian (hy), 0825 Sanskrit (sa), 1901 Dutch (nl), 1412 Interlingua (ia), 0901 Sindhi (sd), 1904 Portuguese (pt), 1620 Interlingue (ie), 0905 Sangho (sg), 1907 Swedish (sv), 1922 Inupiak (ik), 0911 Serbo-Croatian (sh), 1908 Russian (ru), 1821 Indonesian (in), 0914 Sinhalese (si), 1909 Korean (ko), 1115 Icelandic (is), 0919 Slovak (sk), 1911 Greek (el), 0512 Hebrew (iw), 0923 Slovenian (sl), 1912 Afar (aa), 0101 Yiddish (ji), 1009 Samoan (sm), 1913 Abkhazian (ab), 0102 Javanese (jw), 1023 Shona (sn), 1914 Afrikaans (af), 0106 Georgian (ka), 1101 Somali (so), 1915 Amharic (am), 0113 Kazakh (kk), 1111 Albanian (sq), 1917 Arabic (ar), 0118 Greenlandic (kl), 1112 Serbian (sr), 1918 Assamese (as), 0119 Cambodian (km), 1113 Siswati (ss), 1919 Aymara (ay), 0125 Kannada (kn), 1114 Sesotho (st), 1920 Azerbaijani (az), 0126 Kashmiri (ks), 1119 Sundanese (su), 1921 Bashkir (ba), 0201 Kurdish (ku), 1121 Swahili (sw), 1923 Byelorussian (be), 0205 Kirghiz (ky), 1125 Tamil (ta), 2001 Bulgarian (bg), 0207 Latin (la), 1201 Telugu (te), 2005 Bihari (bh), 0208 Lingala (ln), 1214 Tajik (tg), 2007 Bislama (bi), 0209 Laothian (lo), 1215 Thai (th), 2008 Bengali (bn), 0214 Lithuanian (lt), 1220 Tigrinya (ti), 2009 Tibetan (bo), 0215 Latvian (lv), 1222 Turkmen (tk), 2011 Breton (br), 0218 Malagasy (mg), 1307 Tagalog (tl), 2012 Catalan (ca), 0301 Maori (mi), 1309 Setswana (tn), 2014 Corsican (co), 0315 Macedonian (mk), 1311 Tonga (to), 2015 Czech (cs), 0319 Malayalam (ml), 1312 Turkish (tr), 2018 Welsh (cy), 0325 Mongolian (mn), 1314 Tsonga (ts), 2019 Danish (da), 0401 Moldavian (mo), 1315 Tatar (tt), 2020 Bhutani (dz), 0426 Marathi (mr), 1318 Twi (tw), 2023 Esperanto (eo), 0515 Malay (ms), 1319 Ukrainian (uk), 2111 Estonian (et), 0520 Maltese (mt), 1320 Urdu (ur), 2118 Basque (eu), 0521 Burmese (my), 1325 Uzbek (uz), 2126 Persian (fa), 0601 Nauru (na), 1401 Vietnamese (vi), 2209 Finnish (fi), 0609 Nepali (ne), 1405 Volapük (vo), 2215 Fiji (fj), 0610 Norwegian (no), 1415 Wolof (wo), 2315 Faroese (fo), 0615 Occitan (oc), 1503 Xhosa (xh), 2408 Frisian (fy), 0625 Oromo (om), 1513 Yoruba (yo), 2515 Irish (ga), 0701 Oriya (or), 1518 Zulu (zu), 2621 Scots-Gaelic (gd), 0704 Panjabi (pa), 1601 Galician (gl), 0712 Polish (pl), 1612

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Terms

Aspect ratio

This is the width-to-height ratio of a TV screen. A regular display has an aspect ratio of 4:3. Wide screen displays have an aspect ratio of 16:9, providing a bigger picture for exceptional presence and atmosphere.

Bit rate

This expresses data volume per second, or bps units (bits per second). The higher the rate, the more information is available to reproduce the sound. Using the same encoding method (such as MP3), the higher the rate, the better the sound.

Bonus group

An extra group on some DVD audio discs that requires a key number to access.

Browsable pictures

A feature of some DVD audio discs in which you can browse still pictures recorded on the disc while the audio is played back.

Chapter

DVD titles are in turn divided into chapters which are numbered in the same way as the chapters of a book. With DVD video discs featuring chapters, you can quickly find a desired scene with chapter search.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital provides multi-channel audio from up to 5.1 independent channels. This is the same as the Dolby Digital surround sound system used in theaters.

Dolby Pro Logic B

Dolby Pro Logic B can create five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources. This new technology enables a discrete 5-channel playback with 2 front channels, 1 center channel, and 2 rear channels. A

music mode is also available for 2-channel sources in addition to the movie mode.

DTS

This stands for Digital Theater Systems. DTS is a surround system delivering multi-channel audio from up to 6 independent channels.

Dynamic range control

Dolby Digital has a function for compressing the difference between the loudest and softest sounds: Dynamic range control. This control ensures sounds with an increased dynamic range are heard clearly even at low volume levels.

Group

A collection of tracks on a DVD audio disc. Equivalent to a DVD video title.

ID3 tag

This is a method of embedding track-related information in a MP3 file. This embedded information can include the track title, the artists name, the album title, the music genre, the year of production, comments and other data. The contents can be freely edited using software with ID3 Tag editing functions. Although the tags are restricted to the number of characters, the information can be viewed when the track is played back.

ISO9660 format

This is the international standard for the format logic of CD-ROM folders and files. For the ISO9660 format, there are regulations for the following two levels.

Level 1:

The file name is in 8.3 format (the name consists of up to 8 characters, half-byte English capital letters and half-byte numerals and the _ sign, with a file-extension of three characters.)

Level 2:

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The file name can have up to 31 characters (including the separation mark . and a file extension). Each folder contains less than 8 hierarchies.

Extended formats

Joliet: File names can have up to 64 characters. Romeo: File names can have up to 128 characters.

Linear PCM (LPCM)/Pulse code modulation

This stands for linear pulse code modulation, which is the signal recording system used for music CDs and DVDs. Generally, DVDs are recorded with higher sampling frequency and bit rate than CDs. Therefore, DVDs can provide higher sound quality.

m3u

Playlists created using the WINAMP software have a playlist file extension (.m3u).

MP3

MP3 is short for MPEG Audio Layer 3. It is an audio compression standard set by a working group (MPEG) of the ISO (International Standards Organization). MP3 is able to compress audio data to about 1/10th the level of a conventional disc.

Multi-audio (Multilingual dialog)

Some DVDs feature dialog recorded in multiple languages. Dialog in up to 8 languages can be recorded on a single disc, letting you choose as desired.

Multi-session

Multi-session is a recording method that allows additional data to be recorded later. When recording data on a CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW, etc., all data from beginning to end is treated as a single unit or session. Multi-session is a method of recording more than 2 sessions in one disc.

Multi-subtitle

Subtitles in up to 32 languages can be recorded on a single DVD, letting you choose as desired.

Packed PCM

A lossless compression system that enables more PCM audio to be stored on a DVD audio disc than would otherwise be possible.

Packet write

This is a general term for a method of writing on CD-R, etc. at the time required for a file, just as is done with files on floppy or hard discs.

MPEG

This stands for Moving Pictures Experts Group, and is an international video image compression standard. Some DVDs feature digital audio compressed and recorded using this system.

Multi-angle

With regular TV programs, although multiple cameras are used to simultaneously shoot scenes, only images from one camera at a time are transmitted to your TV. Some DVDs feature scenes shot from multiple angles, letting you choose your viewing angle as desired.

Parental lock

Some DVD video discs with violent or adult-oriented scenes feature parental lock which prevents children from viewing such scenes. With this kind of disc, if you set the units parental lock level, playback of scenes inappropriate for children will be disabled, or these scenes will be skipped.

Playback control (PBC)

This is a playback control signal recorded on Video CDs (Version 2.0). Using menu displays provided by Video CDs with PBC lets you enjoy playback of simple interactive software and

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software with search functions. You can also enjoy viewing high- and standard-resolution still images.

Region number

DVD players and DVD discs feature region numbers indicating the area in which they were purchased. Playback of a DVD is not possible unless it features the same region number as the DVD player. This units region number is displayed on the bottom of this unit.

Slideshow

A feature of some DVD discs in which still pictures recorded on the disc cycle automatically while the audio is played back.

Title

DVD video discs have high data capacity, enabling recording of multiple movies on a single disc. If, for example, one disc contains three separate movies, they are divided into title 1, title 2 and title 3. This lets you enjoy the convenience of title search and other functions.

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VBR

VBR is short for variable bit rate. Generally speaking CBR (constant bit rate) is more widely used. But to flexibly adjust the bit rate according to the needs of audio compression, it is possible to achieve compression priorities sound quality.

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Specifications

General

Power source ............................. 1 4. 4 V D C (10.8  15.1 V al-

lowable)

Grounding system ................... Negative type

Head unit:

Max. current consumption

........................................... 10.0 A

Dimensions (W × H × D):

DIN

Chassis ..................... 1 78 × 50 × 160 mm

Nose ........................... 18 8 × 5 8 × 3 6 mm

Chassis ..................... 1 78 × 50 × 165 mm

Nose ........................... 17 0 × 4 6 × 3 1 mm

Weight ................................ 2.3 kg

Hideaway unit:

Max. current consumption

........................................... 3.5 A

Dimensions (W × H × D)

........................................... 279 × 28 × 171 mm

Weight ................................ 1.0 kg

Display

Screen size/aspect ratio ....... 7 inch wide/16:9

(effective display area: 154

× 87 mm)

Pixels ............................................. 336,960 (1,440 × 234)

Type ................................................ T FT ac ti ve matrix, transmis-

sive type

Color system .............................. NTSC/PAL compatible

Operating temperature range

..................................................... 10  +50 °C

Storage temperature range

..................................................... 20  +80 °C

Angle adjustment .................... 50  110°

(initial settings: 110°)

Audio

Continuous power output is 22 W per channel minimum into 4 ohms, both channels driven 50 to 15,000 Hz with no more than 5% THD.

Maximum power output ....... 5 0 W × 5

Load impedance ...................... 4 W (4  8 W allowable)

Preout max output level/output impedance

..................................................... 5.0 V/10 0 W

Decoder ........................................ Li near PCM/Dolby Digital/

Dolby Pro Logic B/DTS Subwoofer:

Crossover frequency .... 6 3/ 80 /100 /125/160/200 Hz

Level ..................................... ±10dB (1 dB/step)

Speaker setting:

Time alignment .............. 0  500 cm (2.5 cm/step)

Level ..................................... ±10dB

Equalizer:

Band .......................... 3 band

Frequency ................ 40/50/63/80/100/125/160/

200/250/315/400/500/630/ 800/1k/1.25k/1.6k/2k/2.5k/

3.15k/4k/5k/6.3k/8k/10k/

12.5k Hz

Gai n ............................ ±12dB (2 dB/step)

Q Facto r .................... 1.2/3.6

Crossover frequency

................................. 63/80/100 /125/160/200 Hz

DVD Player

System .......................................... DVD audio, DVD video,

Video CD, CD, dtsCD, MP3 system

Usable discs .............................. DVD audio, DVD video,

Video CD, CD, dtsCD

Region number:

for Southeast Asian models

........................................... 3

for South American and Oceanian models

........................................... 4

Signal format:

Sampling frequency ..... 1 6/ 22.05/ 24/44.1/48/88.2/96/

176.4/192 kHz

Number of quantization bits

........................................... 16/20/24; li near

Frequency response ............... 5  96,000 Hz (with DVD, at

sampling frequency 192 kHz)

Signal-to-noise ratio ............... 97 dB (1 kHz) (IEC -A net-

work) (CD: 96 dB (1 kHz) (IEC-A network))

Dynamic range ......................... 95 dB (1 kHz)

(CD: 94 dB (1 kHz))

Dis to rt io n ..................................... 0. 00 8 % ( 1 kHz )

Output level:

Vid eo .................................... 1. 0 Vp-p/75 W (±0.2 V)

Audio ................................... 1.1 V ( 1 kHz, 0 dB)

Number of channels .............. 2 (stereo), Digital 6 ch

MP3 decoding format ........... MPEG -1 & 2 Audio Layer 3

FM tuner

Frequency range ...................... 87.5  108.0 MHz

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