Pioneer AVIC-Z940BT Owners Manual
Operation Manual
MULTIMEDIA NAVIGATION RECEIVER
AVIC-Z140BH
AVIC-X940BT
Notice to all users:
This software requires that the navigation system is
properly connected to your vehicle’s parking brake and
depending on your vehicle, additional installation may
be required. For more information, please contact your
Authorized Pioneer Electronics retailer or call us at
(800) 421-1404.
Be sure to read Important Information for the User
first!
Important Information for the User includes the
important information that you must understand before
using this navigation system.
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Contents
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these instructions so you will know how to operate your model
properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, k eep this document in a
safe place for future reference.
Important
The screens shown in the examples may differ
from actual screens.
Actual screens may be changed without notice
for performance and function improvements.
Introduction
Manual overview 10
How to use this manual 10
Conventions used in this manual 10
Terms used in this manual 10
Notice regarding video viewing 11
Notice regarding DVD Video viewing 11
Notice regarding MP3 file usage 11
iPod compatibility 11
Map coverage 11
Protecting the LCD panel and screen 12
Notes on internal memory 12
Before removing the vehicle
battery 12
Data subject to erasure 12
Basic operation
Checking part names and functions 14
Protecting your product from theft 16
Removing the detachable
faceplate 16
Attaching the detachable faceplate 16
Adjusting the LCD panel angle 17
Inserting and ejecting a disc 17
Inserting a disc (for AVIC Z140BH) 17
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC Z140BH) 18
Inserting a disc (for AVIC X940BT) 18
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC X940BT) 18
Inserting and ejecting an SD memory
card 18
Inserting an SD memory card (for AVIC
Z140BH) 19
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Ejecting an SD memory card (for AVIC
Z140BH) 19
Inserting an SD memory card (for AVIC
X940BT) 20
Ejecting an SD memory card (for AVIC
X940BT) 20
Plugging and unplugging a USB storage
device 21
Plugging in a USB storage device 22
Unplugging a USB storage device 22
Connecting and disconnecting an iPod 22
Connecting your iPod 22
Disconnecting your iPod 22
Startup and termination 23
On first time startup 23
Regular startup 23
A message about the map
database 24
Demonstration images 24
How to use the navigation menu screens
Screen switching overview 26
What you can do on each menu 27
Shortcut Menu 27
Selecting the shortcut 27
Removing a shortcut 28
Operating list screens (e.g. POI list) 28
Operating the on screen keyboard 28
How to use the map
How to read the map screen 29
Enlarged map of the intersection 30
Display during freeway driving 31
Types of the road stored in the map
database 31
Operating the map screen 31
Changing the scale of the map 31
Switching the map orientation 32
Scrolling the map to the position you
want to see 32
Contents
Viewing information about a specified
location 32
Using shortcut menus on the map 33
Switching the view mode 34
Eco-friendly driving functions
Checking the eco friendly driving status 35
Displaying Eco Drive Level guidance 36
Sudden start alert 36
Searching for and selecting a location
The basic flow of creating your route 37
Searching for a location by address 38
Searching for a city name first 38
Finding the location by specifying the
house number 39
Searching by selected city history 40
Setting up a route to your home 40
Searching for Points of Interest (POI) 40
Searching for POIs by preset
categories 41
Searching for a POI directly from the
name of the facilities 41
Searching for a nearby POI 41
Searching for POIs around the
destination 42
Searching for POIs around the city 42
Selecting destination from “Favorites” 43
Searching for POIs by using the data on the
SD memory card 43
Selecting a location you searched for
recently 44
Searching for a location by coordinates 44
After the location is decided
Setting a route to your destination 45
Displaying multiple routes 45
Checking and modifying the current
route
Displaying the route overview 46
Modifying the route calculation
conditions 46
Items that users can operate 46
Checking the current itinerary 47
Editing waypoints 48
Adding a waypoint 48
Deleting a waypoint 48
Sorting waypoints 49
Canceling the route guidance 49
Registering and editing locations
Storing favorite locations 50
Registering a location by
“Favorites” 50
Registering a location by scroll
mode 50
Editing registered locations 50
Editing the favorite location in the
list 50
Editing your home 51
Sorting the favorite locations in the
list 51
Deleting a favorite location from the
list 52
Exporting and importing favorite
locations 52
Exporting favorite locations 52
Importing favorite locations 52
Deleting the destination history from the
list 53
Using traffic information
Checking all traffic information 54
Checking traffic information on the
route 55
How to read traffic information on the
map 55
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Viewing the traffic flow 55
Setting an alternative route to avoid traffic
congestion 56
Checking for traffic congestion
automatically 57
Checking traffic information
manually 57
Selecting traffic information to display 58
Selecting preferred RDS TMC service
provider manually 58
Registering and connecting a Bluetooth
device
Preparing communication devices 59
Registering your Bluetooth devices 59
Searching for nearby Bluetooth
devices 59
Pairing from your Bluetooth
devices 60
Searching for a specified Bluetooth
device 61
Deleting a registered device 62
Connecting a registered Bluetooth device
manually 62
Setting for priority connecting 63
Using hands-free phoning
Displaying the phone menu 64
Making a phone call 64
Direct dialing 64
Making a call home easily 65
Calling a number in the phone
book 65
Dialing from the history 66
Dialing a favorite location 66
Dialing a facility’s phone number 66
Dialing from the map 67
Receiving a phone call 67
Answering an incoming call 67
Transferring the phone book 68
Changing the order of names in the
phone book 69
Deleting registered contacts 69
Changing the phone settings 69
Editing the device name 69
Editing the password 70
Stopping Bluetooth wave
transmission 70
Echo canceling and noise
reduction 70
Answering a call automatically 70
Setting the automatic rejection
function 71
Clearing memory 71
Updating the Bluetooth wireless
technology software 72
Notes for hands free phoning 72
Basic operations of the AV source
Displaying the AV operation screen 74
Selecting a source 74
Operating list screens (e.g. iPod list
screen) 74
Switching between the AV operation
screen and the list screen 74
Selecting an item 75
Returning to the previous display 75
Using the radio (FM)
Starting procedure 76
Reading the screen 76
Using the touch panel keys 77
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 77
Operating by hardware buttons 78
Using advanced functions 78
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 78
Tuning in strong signals 78
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Using the radio (AM)
Starting procedure 80
Reading the screen 80
Using the touch panel keys 81
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 81
Operating by hardware buttons 82
Using advanced functions 82
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 82
Tuning in strong signals 82
HD Radio™ reception
HD Radio broadcasting 84
Starting procedure 84
Reading the screen 85
Using the touch panel keys 86
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 87
Operating by hardware buttons 87
Switching the display 87
Scrolling the detailed information 88
Storing song information to an iPod (iTunes
Tagging) 88
Using advanced functions 88
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 89
Switching the seek mode 89
Tuning in strong signals 89
Switching the reception mode 89
Playing audio CDs
Starting procedure 91
Reading the screen 91
Using the touch panel keys 92
Operating by hardware buttons 93
Using advanced functions 93
Playing music files on ROM
Starting procedure 94
Reading the screen 94
Using the touch panel keys 96
Operating by hardware buttons 97
Using advanced functions 97
Playing a DVD-Video
Starting procedure 99
Reading the screen 99
Using the touch panel keys 100
Resuming playback (Bookmark) 101
Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 102
Direct number search 102
Operating the DVD menu 102
Using DVD menu by touch panel
keys 102
Frame by frame playback 103
Slow motion playback 103
Operating by hardware buttons 103
Using advanced functions 103
Playing a DivX video
Starting procedure 105
Reading the screen 105
Using the touch panel keys 106
Frame by frame playback 107
Slow motion playback 107
Starting playback from a specified
time 108
Operating by hardware buttons 108
Using advanced functions 108
DVD-Video or DivX setup
Displaying DVD/DivX® Setup menu 109
Setting the top priority languages 109
Setting the angle icon display 109
Setting the aspect ratio 110
Setting the parental lock 110
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Setting the code number and
level 110
Setting the auto play 111
Setting the subtitle file for DivX 111
Language code chart for DVDs 112
Playing music files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 113
Reading the screen 113
Using the touch panel keys (Music) 115
Operating by hardware buttons 116
Using advanced functions 116
Playing video files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 117
Reading the screen 117
Using the touch panel keys (Video) 118
Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 119
Operating by hardware buttons 119
Using advanced functions 119
Using an iPod (iPod)
Starting procedure 120
Reading the screen 120
Using the touch panel keys 122
Operating by hardware buttons 124
Starting the video playback 124
Narrowing down a song or video with the
list 124
Operating an application for iPhone from the
navigation system 126
Starting procedure 126
Using the touch panel keys 126
Using the keyboard 127
When using an application not
compatible with Advanced App
Mode 128
Operating the functions from your iPod 128
Starting procedure 128
Using the touch panel keys 128
Playing MusicSphere 129
Starting procedure 129
Reading the screen 129
Using the touch panel keys 129
Using advanced functions 129
Using smartphone applications
Information for the smartphone
compatibility 131
Starting procedure 131
For Android device and BlackBerry
device users 132
For iPhone users 132
Using Pandora® internet radio 133
Reading the screen 133
Using the touch panel keys 134
Operating by hardware buttons 135
Using Aha Radio 135
Reading the screen 135
Using the touch panel keys 136
Functions coupled with Aha Radio and
the navigation system 137
Using the Bluetooth audio player
Starting procedure 138
Reading the screen 138
Using the touch panel keys 140
Operating by hardware buttons 140
Using advanced functions 141
Using the XM tuner
Starting procedure 142
Reading the screen 142
Using the touch panel keys 144
Selecting an XM channel directly 145
Displaying the Radio ID 145
Storing and recalling broadcast
stations 146
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Selecting a channel from the list 146
Using “MyMix” function 146
Operating by hardware buttons 147
Using advanced functions 147
Setting the memorized songs 147
Using the SIRIUS tuner
Starting procedure 148
Reading the screen 148
Using the touch panel keys 149
Selecting a SIRIUS channel
directly 150
Display the Radio ID 150
Storing and recalling broadcast
stations 150
Using the song alert function 151
Using the “Instant Replay”
function 151
Operating by hardware buttons 152
Using advanced functions 152
Setting the memorized songs 152
Using the Game Alert function 152
Displaying Game Information 153
Using AV input
Reading the screen 154
Using AV1 154
Using AV2 154
Using the touch panel keys 154
Using the external unit (EXT1, EXT2)
Starting procedure 155
Reading the screen 155
Using the touch panel keys 156
Customizing preferences
Displaying the screen for navigation
settings 157
Checking the connections of leads 157
Checking sensor learning status and driving
status 158
Clearing status 158
Using the fuel consumption function 159
Inputting the fuel consumption
information for calculating the fuel
cost 159
Calculating the fuel consumption 159
Exporting the data of fuel cost
information 160
Recording your travel history 161
Using the demonstration guidance 161
Registering your home 162
Correcting the current location 162
Changing the eco function setting 162
Clearing the fuel consumption
information 163
Displaying the screen for map settings 163
Setting the auto zoom display 164
Setting the detailed city map 164
Setting the barrier graphic for city map 164
Displaying the traffic notification icon 165
Displaying the Bluetooth connection
icon 165
Setting the current street name display 165
Setting the display of icons of favorite
locations 166
Displaying the 3D landmarks 166
Displaying maneuvers 166
Displaying the fuel consumption
information 167
Displaying POI on the map 167
Displaying preinstalled POIs on the
map 167
Displaying the customized POIs 168
Changing the view mode 168
Setting the map color change between day
and night 168
Changing the road color 169
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Changing the setting of navigation
interruption screen 169
Selecting the “Quick Access” menu 169
Displaying the screen for system
settings 170
Customizing the regional settings 170
Setting the Volume for Guidance and
Phone 172
Changing the preinstalled splash
screen 173
Changing to the splash screen stored
in the SD memory card 173
Setting for rear view camera 174
Adjusting the response positions of the
touch panel (touch panel
calibration) 174
Setting the illumination color 175
Checking the version information 175
Selecting the video for rear display 176
Adjusting the picture 176
Displaying the screen for AV system
settings 177
Setting video input 1 (AV1) 177
Setting video input 2 (AV2) 178
Changing the wide screen mode 178
Setting the rear output 179
Switching the muting/attenuation
timing 179
Switching the muting/attenuation
level 179
Acquiring/Cataloging iPod music
information 180
Displaying your DivX VOD registration
code 181
Displaying your DivX VOD
deregistration code 181
Selecting the smartphone connection
method 181
Displaying the screen for AV sound
settings 181
Using balance adjustment 182
Using the equalizer 182
Adjusting the equalizer curve
automatically (Auto EQ) 184
Using sonic center control 186
Adjusting loudness 186
Using subwoofer output 187
Using the high pass filter 187
Adjusting source levels 187
Enhancing bass (Bass Booster) 188
Replicating the settings 188
Turning off the screen 188
Operating your navigation system with
voice
To Ensure Safe Driving 189
Basics of the voice operation 189
Flow of the voice operation 189
Starting the voice operation 189
How to use the voice operation 190
Available basic voice commands 191
Basic commands 191
Voice operation for the iPod 191
Voice operation for AV source (other
than iPod) 192
Voice commands related to hands free
phoning 193
Tips for the voice operation 194
Other functions
Setting the anti theft function 195
Setting the password 195
Entering the password 195
Deleting the password 195
Forgotten password 195
Returning the navigation system to the
default or factory settings 196
Restoring the default setting 196
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Returning the navigation system to the
initial state 196
Setting items to be deleted 197
Appendix
Troubleshooting 199
Messages for navigation functions 204
Messages for audio functions 206
Positioning technology 208
Positioning by GPS 208
Positioning by dead reckoning 208
How do GPS and dead reckoning work
together? 208
Handling large errors 209
When positioning by GPS is
impossible 209
Conditions likely to cause noticeable
positioning errors 210
Route setting information 212
Route search specifications 212
Handling and care of discs 212
Built in drive and care 213
Ambient conditions for playing a
disc 213
Playable discs 213
DVD Video and CD 213
AVCHD recorded discs 214
Playing DualDisc 214
Dolby Digital 214
Detailed information for playable media 214
Compatibility 214
Media compatibility chart 217
Bluetooth 221
About the SAT RADIO READY Logo 221
HD Radio™ Technology 221
SD and SDHC logo 222
WMA/WMV 222
DivX 222
AAC 222
Android™ 222
BlackBerry® 223
Detailed information regarding connected
iPod devices 223
iPod and iPhone 223
iTunes 223
Using app based connected content 223
Pandora® internet 224
Aha Radio 224
Using the LCD screen correctly 224
Handling the LCD screen 224
Liquid crystal display (LCD)
screen 224
Maintaining the LCD screen 224
LED (light emitting diode)
backlight 225
Display information 226
Destination Menu 226
Phone Menu 226
Settings Menu 227
Navi Settings menu 227
System Settings menu 228
Map Settings menu 228
Bluetooth Settings menu 229
AV System Settings menu 229
AV Sound Settings menu 230
Glossary 231
Specifications 234
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Introduction
Manual overview
Before using this product, be sure to read Important Information for the User (a separate
manual) which contains warnings, cautions,
and other important information that you
should note.
The screen examples shown in this manual
are the ones for AVIC Z140BH. If you use a dif
ferent model, the screens that appear may dif
fer from the examples in the manual.
How to use this manual
Finding the operation procedure for
what you want to do
When you have decided what you want to do,
you can find the page you need from the Con
tents.
Finding the operation procedure from
a menu name
If you want to check the meaning of an item
displayed on the screen, you will find the ne
cessary page from the Display information at
the end of the manual.
Glossary
Use the glossary to find the meanings of
terms.
“Destination Menu” screen or “AV
Source” screen
! Touch panel keys that are available on the
screen are described in bold in brackets [ ]:
e.g.)
[Destination], [Settings].
! Extra information, alternatives and other
notes are presented in the following for
mat:
e.g.)
p If the home location has not been stored
yet, set the location first.
! Functions of other keys on the same screen
are indicated with # at the beginning of the
description:
e.g.)
# If you touch [OK], the entry is deleted.
! References are indicated like this:
e.g.)
= For details of the operations, refer to
Screen switching over view on page 26.
Terms used in this manual
“Front display” and “Rear display”
In this manual, the screen that is attached to
the body of this navigation unit will be referred
to as the “Front display”. Any additional screen
that is commercially available and can be con
nected to this navigation unit will be referred
to as the “Rear display”.
Conventions used in this manual
Before moving on, take a few minutes to read
the following information about the conven
tions used in this manual. Familiarity with
these conventions will help you greatly as you
learn how to use your new equipment.
! Buttons on your navigation system are de
scribed in ALL CAPITAL, BOLD lettering:
e.g.)
HOME button, MODE button.
! Menu items, screen titles, and functional
components are described in bold with
double quotation marks “”:
e.g.)
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“Video image”
“Video image” in this manual indicates mov
ing images of DVD Video, DivX
equipment that is connected to this system
with an RCA cable, such as general purpose
AV equipment.
®
, iPod, and any
“External storage device (USB, SD)”
The SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
microSD card, microSDHC card and USB
memory device are collectively referred to as
the “external storage device (USB, SD)”. If it in
dicates the USB memory only, it is referred to
as the “USB storage device”.
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“SD memory card”
The SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
microSD card and microSDHC card are col
lectively referred to as the “SD memory
card”.
Notice regarding video
viewing
Remember that use of this system for com
mercial or public viewing purposes may con
stitute an infringement on the author’s rights
as protected by the Copyright Law.
Notice regarding DVDVideo viewing
This item incorporates copy protection tech
nology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights of Rovi
Corporation. Reverse engineering and disas
sembly are prohibited.
Notice regarding MP3 file
usage
Supply of this navigation system conveys only
a license for private, non commercial use and
does not convey a license nor imply any right
to use this product in any commercial (i.e. rev
enue generating), real time broadcasting (ter
restrial, satellite, cable and/or any other
media), broadcasting/streaming via internet,
intranets and/or other networks or in other
electronic content distribution systems, such
as pay audio or audio on demand applica
tions. An independent license for such use is
required. For details, please visit
http://www.mp3licensing.com.
iPod compatibility
This product supports only the following iPod
models and iPod software versions. Others
may not work correctly.
! iPod touch (4th generation): iOS 5.0
! iPod touch (3rd generation): iOS 5.0
! iPod touch (2nd generation): iOS 4.2.1
! iPod touch (1st generation): iOS 3.1.3
! iPod classic 120GB: Ver. 2.0.1
! iPod classic 160GB (2009): Ver. 2.0.4
! iPod classic 80GB: Ver. 1.1.2
! iPod classic 160GB (2007): Ver. 1.1.2
! iPod nano (6th generation): Ver. 1.1
! iPod nano (5th generation): Ver. 1.0.2
! iPod nano (4th generation): Ver. 1.0.4
! iPod nano (3rd generation): Ver. 1.1.3
! iPhone 4S: iOS 5.0
! iPhone 4: iOS 5.0
! iPhone 3GS: iOS 5.0
! iPhone 3G: iOS 4.2.1
! iPhone: iOS 3.1.3
p In this manual, iPod and iPhone will be re
ferred to as iPod.
p When you use this navigation system with
a Pioneer USB interface cable for iPod (CD
IU51V) (sold separately), you can control an
iPod compatible with this navigation sys
tem.
p Operation methods may vary depending on
the iPod models and the software version
of iPod.
p Depending on the software version of the
iPod, it may not be compatible with this
equipment.
For details about iPod compatibility with
this navigation system, refer to the informa
tion on our website.
Map coverage
For details about the map coverage of this na
vigation system, refer to the information on
our website.
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Protecting the LCD panel
and screen
p Do not allow direct sunlight to fall on the
LCD screen when this product is not being
used. Extended exposure to direct sunlight
can result in LCD screen malfunction due
to the resulting high temperatures.
p When using a cellular phone, keep the an
tenna of the cellular phone away from the
LCD screen to prevent disruption of the
video in the form of spots, colored stripes,
etc.
p To protect the LCD screen from damage, be
sure to touch the touch panel keys with
your finger only and gently touch the
screen.
Notes on internal memory
Before removing the vehicle
battery
If the battery is disconnected or discharged,
the memory will be erased and must be repro
grammed.
p Some data remains. Be sure to read Setting
items to be deleted first.
= For details, refer to Setting items to be
deleted on page 197.
Data subject to erasure
The information is erased by disconnecting
the yellow lead from the battery (or removing
the battery itself).
p Some data remains. Be sure to read Setting
items to be deleted first.
= For details, refer to Setting items to be
deleted on page 197.
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Checking part names and functions
This chapter gives information about the names of the parts and the main features using the buttons.
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1 button
! Press the
button to activate voice op
erations.
= For details, refer to Chapter 32.
! Press and hold the
button to switch
the AV source to mute.
To cancel the muting, press and hold it
again.
2 VOL (+/–) button
Press to adjust the AV (Audio and Video)
source volume.
3 HOME button
! Press the HOME button to display the
“Top Menu” screen.
! Press to switch between the Classic
Menu and the Shortcut Menu while the
“Top Menu” is displayed.
= For details, refer to What you can do
on each menu on page 27.
! Press and hold to turn off the screen dis
play.
4 MODE button
! Press to switch between the map screen
and the AV operation screen.
! Press to display the map screen while
the navigation function screen is dis
played.
! Press and hold to display the “Picture
Adjustment” screen.
= For details, refer to Adjusting the pic
ture on page 176.
5 TRK button
Press to perform manual seek tuning, fast
forward, reverse and track search controls.
6 h button
7 LCD screen
8 Disc-loading slot
Insert a disc to play.
= For details, refer to Inserting and ejecting
a disc on page 17.
9 SD card slot
= For details, refer to Inserting and ejecting
an SD memory card on page 18.
a Multi-control (Volume knob/
/MUTE)
! Rotate to adjust the AV (Audio and
Video) source volume.
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! Press the center of Multi control to hear
the route guidance.
! Press and hold the center of Multi con
trol to mute the AV (Audio and Video)
source. To cancel the muting, press and
hold it again.
b Detachable faceplate
c
button
Press to remove the detachable faceplate
from the navigation system.
= For details, refer to Removing the detach
able faceplate on this page.
Protecting your product
from theft
p This function is available for AVIC X940BT
only.
The detachable faceplate can be detached
from the navigation system to discourage
theft, as described below.
CAUTION
! Do not expose the detachable faceplate to ex
cessive shock or disassemble it.
! Never grip the buttons tightly or use force
when removing or attaching.
! Keep the detachable faceplate out of reach of
small children to prevent them from putting it
in their mouths.
! After removing the detachable faceplate, keep
it in a safe place so it is not scratched or da
maged.
! Keep the detachable faceplate out of direct
sunlight and high temperatures.
! When removing or attaching the detachable
faceplate, do so after turning the ignition
switch off (ACC OFF).
Removing the detachable
faceplate
p The navigation system cannot be operated
while the detachable faceplate is removed
from the navigation system.
1 Press and hold the
it down.
When you release your finger, the bottom of
the detachable faceplate separates slightly
from the navigation system.
2 Gently grip the bottom of the detachable faceplate and slowly pull it outward.
Detachable faceplate
button, and slide
Attaching the detachable faceplate
1 Slide the detachable faceplate all the
way into the navigation system.
Make sure the detachable faceplate is se
curely connected to the mounting hooks of
the navigation system.
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2 Push the lower part of the detachable
faceplate until you hear a click.
If you fail to successfully attach the detach
able faceplate to the navigation system, try
again but be careful not to force it as the
panel could be damaged.
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
p This function is available for AVIC Z140BH
only.
WARNING
Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when
opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel. Be
especially cautious of children’s hands and fin
gers.
CAUTION
Do not open or close the LCD panel by force. This
may cause malfunction.
1 Press the h button.
The “Monitor Setup” screen appears.
2 Touch
or to adjust the angle.
Inserting and ejecting a disc
Inserting a disc (for AVIC-Z140BH)
WARNING
! Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when
opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel.
Be especially cautious of children’s hands
and fingers.
! Do not use with the LCD panel left open. If
LCD panel is left open, it may result in injury
in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
! Do not open or close the LCD panel by force.
This may cause malfunction.
! Do not operate this navigation system until
the LCD panel completely opens or closes. If
this navigation system is operated while the
LCD panel is opening or closing, the LCD
panel may stop at that angle for safety.
! Do not place a glass or a can on the open
LCD panel. Doing so may break this naviga
tion system.
! Do not insert anything other than a disc into
the disc loading slot.
1 Press the h button.
The “Monitor Setup” screen appears.
Basic operation
3 Touch .
p The adjusted angle of the LCD panel will be
memorized and the LCD panel will automa
tically return to that angle the next time the
LCD panel is opened or closed.
2 Touch [Open].
The LCD panel opens, and the disc loading
slot appears.
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3 Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot.
The disc is loaded, and the LCD panel closes.
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-Z140BH)
1 Press the h button.
The “Monitor Setup” screen appears.
2 Touch [Disc Eject].
The LCD panel opens, and the disc is ejected.
% Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot.
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-X940BT)
1 Press the h button.
The touch panel keys for ejecting the media
appear.
2 Touch [Disc Eject].
The disc is ejected.
3 Remove the disc, and press the h button.
The LCD panel closes.
Inserting a disc (for AVIC-X940BT)
CAUTION
Do not insert anything other than a disc into the
disc loading slot.
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Inserting and ejecting an
SD memory card
CAUTION
! Ejecting an SD memor y card during data
transfer can damage the SD memory card. Be
sure to eject the SD memory card by the pro
cedure described in this manual.
! If data loss or corruption occurs on the sto
rage device for any reason, it is usually not
possible to recover the data. Pioneer accepts
no liability for damages, costs or expenses
arising from data loss or corruption.
! Do not insert anything other than SD memory
cards.
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p This system is not compatible with Multi
Media Card (MMC).
p Compatibility with all SD memory cards is
not guaranteed.
p This unit may not achieve optimum perfor
mance with some SD memory cards.
Inserting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-Z140BH)
CAUTION
! Do not press the h button when an SD mem
ory card is not fully inserted. Doing so may da
mage the card.
! Do not press the h button before an SD mem
ory card has been completely removed. Doing
so may damage the card.
1 Press the h button.
The “Monitor Setup” screen appears.
2 Touch [SD Insert].
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4 Press the h button.
The LCD panel closes.
p If data related to map data, such as custo
mized POI data, is stored on the SD mem
ory card, the navigation system restarts.
Ejecting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-Z140BH)
1 Press the h button.
The “Monitor Setup” screen appears.
The LCD panel opens, and the SD card slot ap
pears.
3 Insert an SD memory card into the SD
card slot.
Insert it with the label surface facing to the up
side and press the card until it clicks and com
pletely locks.
2 Touch [Eject SD].
The LCD panel opens.
3 Press the middle of the SD memory
card gently until it clicks.
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4 Pull the SD memory card out straight.
5 Press the h button.
The LCD panel closes.
p When you eject the SD memory card by
touching [Eject SD], the model information
that you are using will be automatically
stored into the SD memory card.
The utility program AVIC FEEDS will use
this information to recognize the model
that you use.
When the data related to map data is
stored
p This description is for AVIC Z140BH.
If data related to map data, such as custo
mized POI data, is stored on the SD memory
card, operating procedures are slightly differ
ent.
1 Press the h button and then touch
[Eject SD].
2 Touch [Yes].
Inserting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-X940BT)
% Insert an SD memory card into the SD
card slot.
Insert the SD memory card with the terminal
contacts facing down, and press the card until
it clicks and locks completely.
p If data related to map data, such as custo
mized POI data, is stored on the SD mem
ory card, the navigation system restarts.
Ejecting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-X940BT)
1 Press the h button.
The touch panel keys for ejecting the media
appear.
2 Touch [Eject SD].
The navigation system restarts, and then the
LCD panel opens.
3 Eject the SD memory card.
4 Press the h button.
The LCD panel closes.
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A message prompting you to remove the SD
memory card appears.
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3 Press the middle of the SD memory
card gently until it clicks.
4 Pull the SD memory card out straight.
The navigation system restarts, and a message
prompting you to remove the SD memory card
appears.
3 Eject the SD memory card while the
message is displayed.
Eject the SD memory card before touching
[OK].
4 Touch [OK].
The navigation system restarts.
Plugging and unplugging a
USB storage device
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When the data related to map data is
stored
p This description is for AVIC X940BT.
If data related to map data, such as custo
mized POI data, is stored on the SD memory
card, operating procedures are slightly differ
ent.
1 Press the h button and then touch
[Eject SD].
2 Touch [Yes].
CAUTION
! To prevent data loss and damage to the sto
rage device, never remove it from this naviga
tion system while data is being transferred.
! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility with
all USB mass storage devices and assumes
no responsibility for any loss of data on media
players, smart phones, or other devices while
using this product.
p This navigation system may not achieve op
timum performance with some USB sto
rage devices.
p Connection via a USB hub is not possible.
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Plugging in a USB storage device
% Plug a USB storage device into the USB
and mini-jack connector.
USB and mini jack connector
USB storage device
Unplugging a USB storage device
% Pull out the USB storage device after
checking that no data is being accessed.
Connecting and
disconnecting an iPod
CAUTION
! To prevent data loss and damage to the sto
rage device, never remove it from this naviga
tion system while data is being transferred.
! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility with
all USB mass storage devices and assumes
no responsibility for any loss of data on media
players, smart phones, or other devices while
using this product.
1 Check that no USB storage device is
connected.
2 Connect your iPod.
USB and mini jack con
nector
USB interface cable for
iPod
Disconnecting your iPod
% Pull out the USB interface cable for iPod
after checking that no data is being accessed.
Connecting your iPod
Using the USB interface cable for iPod en
ables you to connect your iPod to the naviga
tion system.
p A USB interface cable for iPod (CD IU51V)
(sold separately) is required for connection.
p For details about iPod compatibility with
this navigation system, refer to the informa
tion on our website.
p Connection via a USB hub is not possible.
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Startup and termination
1 Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
p To protect the LCD screen from damage, be
sure to touch the touch panel keys with
your finger only and gently touch the
screen.
2 Turn off the vehicle engine to terminate the system.
The navigation system is also turned off.
On first-time startup
When you use the navigation system for the
first time, select the language that you want to
use.
1 Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
2 Touch the language that you want to
use on the screen.
3 Touch the language that you want to
use for the voice guidance.
4 Read the disclaimer carefully, checking
its details, and then touch [OK] if you
agree to the conditions.
The map screen appears.
Regular startup
% Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
p The screen shown will differ depending on
the previous conditions.
p When there is no route, the disclaimer ap
pears after the navigation system reboots.
Read the disclaimer carefully, checking its
details, and then touch [OK] if you agree to
the conditions.
p If the anti theft function is activated, you
must enter your password.
Read the disclaimer carefully, checking its
details, and then touch [OK] if you agree to
the conditions.
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The navigation system will now restart.
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A message about the map
database
After you start using this navigation system, a
message related to map data may be dis
played.
p This message is displayed the first time you
turn on the navigation system each month.
p Touch the message to close it or it will dis
appear automatically after eight sec
onds.
Demonstration images
If you do not operate this navigation system
for two minutes, demonstration images are
displayed.
p The demonstration images will not be dis
played if you drive after mounting this navi
gation system.
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How to use the navigation menu screens
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How to use the navigation menu screens
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What you can do on each
menu
1 Top Menu
Press the HOME button to display the “Top
Menu” screen.
This is the starting menu to access the desired
screens and operate the various functions.
There are two types of the “Top Menu” screen.
Classic Menu
Shortcut Menu
p In this manual, Classic Menu will be re
ferred to as “Top Menu”.
2 Destination Menu
You can search for your destination on this
menu. You can also check or cancel your set
route from this menu.
3 Phone Menu
You can access the screen that is related to
hands free phoning.
4 AV operation screen
This is the screen that normally appears when
you play the AV source.
5 Settings Menu
You can access the screen to customize set
tings.
6 Map screen
You can use this screen to check the current
vehicle position information and route to the
destination.
Shortcut Menu
Registering your favorite menu items in short
cuts allows you to quickly jump to the regis
tered menu screen by a simple touch on the
Shortcut Menu screen.
Selecting the shortcut
p Up to 15 menu items can be registered in
shortcuts.
1 Press the HOME button repeatedly to
display the Shortcut Menu screen.
p When you use the navigation system for the
first time or no items are set on shortcut, a
message will appear. Touch [Yes] to pro
ceed to next step.
2 Touch [Shortcut].
The Shortcut selection screen appears.
3 Touch the tab on the right edge or scroll
the bar to display the icon that you want
to set to shortcut.
Scroll bar
4 Touch and hold the icon that you want
to add to shortcut.
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5 Move the icon to the left side of the
screen, and then release it.
The selected item is added to shortcut.
Removing a shortcut
1 Touch and hold the icon of the shortcut
you want to remove.
2 Move the icon to the right side of the
screen, and then release it.
Operating list screens (e.g.
POI list)
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1 Screen title
2
Touching or on the scroll bar scrolls
through the list and allows you to view the re
maining items.
3
The previous screen returns.
4 Listed items
Touching an item on the list allows you to nar
row down the options and proceed to the next
operation.
5 Number of possible choices
p If there are 10 000 or more possible
choices, “****” is displayed.
6
If all of the characters cannot be displayed
within the displayed area, touching the key to
the right of the item allows you to see remain
ing characters.
Operating the on-screen
keyboard
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1 Screen title
The screen title appears.
2 Text box
Displays the characters that are entered. If
there is no text in the box, an informative
guide with text appears.
3 Keyboard
Touch the keys to enter the characters.
4
The previous screen returns.
5 Keys
Switches the on screen keyboard layout.
6 Sym., Others, 0-9
You can enter other characters of alphabet.
You can also enter text with marks such as [&]
or [+] or numbers.
Touch to toggle the selection.
p Even if you use any of “ A”, “Ä”, “Å”, “Æ”,
the displayed result is the same.
7 OK
Confirms the entry and allows you to proceed
to the next step.
8
Deletes the input text one letter at a time, be
ginning at the end of the text. Continuing to
touch the key deletes all of the text.
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How to use the map
Most of the information provided by your navigation system can be seen on the map. You need to be
come familiar with how information appears on the map.
How to read the map screen
This example shows an example of a 2D map screen.
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p Information with an asterisk (*) appears
only when the route is set.
p Depending on the conditions and settings,
some items may not be displayed.
1 Name of the street to be used (or next gui-
dance point)*
2 Next direction of travel*
As you get closer to the guidance point, the
color of the item changes to green.
p Touching this item enables you to hear
the next guidance again.
p You can select between display and
non display.
= For details, refer to Displaying man
euvers on page 166.
3 Distance to the guidance point*
Shows the distance to the next guidance
point.
p Touching this item enables you to hear
the next guidance again.
4 Second maneuver arrow*
9 a
Shows the turning direction after next gui
dance point and the distance to there.
= For details, refer to Displaying maneu
vers on page 166.
5 Map control
Touching
changing the map scale and the map orienta
tion.
6 Current position
Indicates the current location of your vehicle.
The apex of the triangular mark indicates your
orientation and the display moves automati
cally as you drive.
displays touch panel keys for
p The apex of the triangular mark is the
proper current position of the vehicle.
7 Eco-Meter
Displays a graph comparing the past average
fuel mileage and the average fuel mileage
since the navigation system was last started.
= For details, refer to Displaying the fuel
consumption information on page 167.
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8 Street name (or city name) that your vehi-
cle is traveling along
= For details, refer to Setting the current
street name display on page 165.
9 Extension tab for the AV information bar
Touching this tab opens the AV information
bar and enables you to briefly view the current
status on the AV source. Touching it again re
tracts the bar.
a Shortcut to the AV operation screen
The AV source currently selected is shown.
Touching the indicator displays the AV opera
tion screen of the current source directly.
p Depending on the source currently cho
sen, an image is displayed.
b Quick Access icon
Displays the “Quick Access” menu.
= For details, refer to Using shortcut
menus on the map on page 33.
c Map orientation indicator
! When “North up” is selected, is dis
played.
! When “Heading up” is selected,
is
displayed.
p The red arrow indicates north.
= For details, refer to Switching the map or
ientation on page 32.
d Current route*
The route currently set is highlighted in color
on the map. If a waypoint is set on the route,
the route after the next waypoint is high
lighted in another color.
e Direction line*
The direction towards your destination (next
waypoint, or the position of a cursor) is indi
cated with a straight line.
f Multi-Info window
Each touch of Multi Info window changes the
display information as follows.
! Distance to the destination (or dis-
tance to waypoint)*
! Estimated time of arrival at your des-
tination or waypoint*
The estimated time of arrival is an ideal
value calculated based on the value set
for “ Average Speed” and the actual
driving speed. The estimated time of ar
rival is only a reference value, and does
not guarantee arrival at that time.
! Travel time to your destination or
waypoint*
g Current time
Meaning of guidance flags
Destination
The checkered flag indicates your
destination.
Waypoint
The blue flags indicate your way
points.
Guidance point
The next guidance point (next turn
ing point, etc.) is shown by a yel
low flag.
Enlarged map of the intersection
When “Close Up View” in the “ Map Settings”
screen is “On”, an enlarged map of the inter
section appears.
= For details, refer to Setting the auto z oom
display on page 164.
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