Pioneer DEH-X7500HD, DEH-X7500S, DEH-X8500BH, DEH-X8500BS Owner Manual

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DEH-X8500BH DEH-X7500HD DEH-X8500BS DEH-X7500S

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Owner’s Manual

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Manual de instrucciones

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Contents

Before you start

Information to User 2 The Safety of Your Ears is in Your

Hands 3

About this unit 3 After-sales service for Pioneer

products 3 If you experience problems 3 About this manual 4 Visit our website 4

Using this unit

Head unit 4 Remote control 4 Set up menu 5 Basic operations 5 Use and care of the remote control 6 Frequently used menu operations 6 Tuner 6 Tuner 8 CD/CD-R/CD-RW and USB storage

devices 9 iPod 10 Using Bluetooth wireless technology 12 Using smartphone applications 14 Audio adjustments 16 Using different entertainment

displays 17 Selecting the illumination color 17 Customizing the illumination color 18 About MIXTRAX 18 MIXTRAX menu 18 System menu 19 Set up menu 20 System menu 20 Using an AUX source 20 Turning the display off or on 21 If an unwanted display appears 21

Available accessories SiriusXM Satellite Radio 21

Installation

Connections 24 Installation 25 Installing the microphone 26

Additional information

Troubleshooting 27 Error messages 27 Handling guidelines 30 Compressed audio compatibility (disc,

USB) 31 iPod compatibility 31 Sequence of audio files 32 Bluetooth profiles 32 Copyright and trademark 32 Specifications 33

Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product

To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe WARN-

INGs and CAUTIONs in this manual. Please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference.

FCC ID: AJDK056 MODEL NO.: DEH-X8500BH/DEH-X8500BS IC: 775E-K056 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The antenna for Bluetooth cannot be removed (or replaced) by user. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RFenergy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

MODEL NO.: DEH-X7500HD/DEH-X7500S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.

Before you start

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Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands

Get the most out of your equipmentby playing it at a safe level—a level that lets the sound come through clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound, so whatsounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:

! Set your volume control at a low setting. ! Slowly increase the sound until you can hear

it comfortably and clearly, without distortion.

! Once you have established a comfortable

sound level, set the dial and leave it there.

BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:

! Do not turn up the volume so high that you

can’t hear what’s around you.

! Use caution or temporarily discontinue use

in potentially hazardous situations.

! Do not use headphones while operating a

motorized vehicle; the use of headphones may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

About this unit

The tuner frequencies on this unitare allocated for use in North America. Use in other areas may result in poor reception.

WARNING

Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product may expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

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.

CAUTION

! Do not allow this unit to come into contact

with liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also, damage to this unit, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids.

! Always keep the volume low enough to hear

outside sounds.

! Avoid exposure to moisture. ! If the battery is disconnectedor discharged,

any preset memory will be erased.

Important (Serial number)

The serial number is located on the bottom of this unit. For your own security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.

Note

Function setting operations are completed even if the menu is canceled before the operations are confirmed.

After-sales service for Pioneer products

Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased this unit for after-sales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the necessary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below: Please do not ship your unit to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair without advance contact.

U.S.A.

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION P.O. Box 1760 Long Beach, CA 90801-1760 800-421-1404

CANADA

Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION DEPARTMENT 340 Ferrier Street Unit 2 Markham, Ontario L3R 2Z5, Canada 1-877-283-5901 905-479-4411

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet includedwith this unit.

If you experience problems

Should this unit fail to work properly, please contact your dealer or nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station.

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Before you start

About this manual

! In the following instructions, USB memory

sticks and USB audio players are collectively referred to as “USB storage device”.

! In this manual, iPod and iPhone will be re-

ferred to as “iPod”.

Visit our website

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

in Canada

http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca

! Learn about product updates (such as firm-

ware updates) for your product.

! Register your product to receive notices

about product updates and to safeguard purchase details in our files in the event of loss or theft.

! Access owner’s manuals, spare parts infor-

mation, service information, and much more.

Using this unit

Head unit

DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500BS

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DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S

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Part Part

1 SRC/OFF 8

2 LEVER 9

(list) a MIX/DISP OFF

4 Disc loading slot b

5 h (eject) c

MULTI-CONTROL

(M.C.)

/DISP

/ (up/down)

AUX input jack (3.5 mm stereo jack)

Part Part

DEH-X8500BH and DEHX8500BS

(phone)

DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S

CLOCK

7 BAND/

CAUTION

! Use a Pioneer USB cable when connecting a

USB storage device. Connecting a USB storage device directly may be dangerous because it may stick out.

! Do not use unauthorized products.

d Detach button

(iPod)

Remote control

Remote controller buttons marked with the same numbers as on the unit work in the same way as the corresponding unit button, regardless of button name.

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f g hk

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Part Operation

e VOLUME

f MUTE

g a/b/c/d

AUDIO

i DISP/SCRL

j e

FUNCTION

LIST/

ENTER

Press to increase or decrease volume.

Press to mute. Press again to unmute.

Press to per form manual seek tuning, fast forward, reverse and track search controls. Also used forcontrolling functions.

DEH-X8500BH and DEHX8500BS Press to end a call, reject an incoming call, or reject a call waiting while on another call.

DEH-X7500HD and DEHX7500S Press to select an audio function.

Press to select different displays.

Press to pause or resume playback.

DEH-X8500BH and DEHX8500BS Press to start talking to the caller while using the phone.

DEH-X7500HD and DEHX7500S Press to select functions.

Press to display the list depending on the source. While in the operating menu, press to control functions.

Set up menu

When you turn the ignition switch to ON after installation, set up menu appears on the display. You can set up the menu options below.

1 After installation of this unit, turn the ignition switch to ON. Set up appears.

2 Turn M.C. to switch to YES.

# If you do not use the unit for 30 seconds, the set up menu will not be displayed. # If you prefer not to set up at this time, turn M.C. to switch to NO. If you select NO, you cannot set up in the set up menu.

3 Press M.C. to select.

4 Follow these steps to set the menu.

To proceed to the next menu option,you need to confirm your selection.

Language select (multi-language)

1 Turn M.C. to select the desired language.

English—Français—Español

2 Press M.C. to confirm the selection.

Calendar (setting the date)

1 Turn M.C. to change the year. 2 Press M.C. to select day. 3 Turn M.C. to change the day. 4 Press M.C. to select month. 5 Turn M.C. to change the month. 6 Press M.C. to confirm the selection.

Clock (setting the clock)

1 Turn M.C. to adjust hour. 2 Press M.C. to select minute. 3 Turn M.C. to adjust minute. 4 Press M.C. to confirm the selection.

Contrast (display contrast setting)

1 Turn M.C. to adjust the contrast level.

0 to 15 is displayedas the level is increased or

decreased.

2 Press M.C. to confirm the selection.

Quit appears.

5 To finish your settings, turn M.C. to select YES.

# If you prefer to change your setting again, turn

M.C. to switchto NO.

6 Press M.C. to select.

Notes

! You can set up the menu options from the

system menu. For details about the settings, refer to System menu on page 19.

! You can cancel set up menu by pressing

SRC/OFF.

Basic operations

Important

! Handle the front panel with care when re-

moving or attaching it.

! Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive

shock.

! Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight

and high temperatures.

! To avoid damaging the device or vehicle inte-

rior, remove any cables and devices attached to the front panel before detaching it.

Removing the front panel to protect your unit from theft 1 Press the detach button to release the front

panel.

2 Push the front panel upward (M) and then pull

it toward (N) you.

3 Always store the detached front panel in a pro-

tective case or bag.

Re-attaching the front panel 1 Slide the front panel to the left.

Make sure to insert the tabs on the left side of the head unit into the slots on the front panel.

2 Press the right side of the front panel until it is

firmly seated. If you cannot attach the front panel to the head unit successfully, make sure that you are placing the front panel onto the head unit correctly. Forcing the front panel into place may result in damage to the front panel or head unit.

Turning the unit on 1 Press SRC/OFF to turn the unit on.

Turning the unit off 1 Press and hold SRC/OFF until theunit turns

off.

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Using this unit

Selecting a source

1 Press SRC/OFF to cycle between:

SiriusXM (SiriusXM Satellite Radio)—TUNER

(tuner)—CD (CD player)—USB (USB)/iPod (iPod)—Pandora (Pandora)—Apps (Smartphone App)—AUX (AUX)—BT Audio (BT audio) ! SiriusXM is not available for DEH-

X8500BH and DEH-X7500HD.

! BT Audio is not available for DEH-

X7500HD and DEH-X7500S.

Adjusting the volume 1 Turn M.C. to adjust the volume.

CAUTION

For safety reasons, park your vehicle when removing the front panel.

Note

When this unit’s blue/white lead is connected to the vehicle’s auto-antenna relay control terminal, the vehicle’s antenna extends when this unit’s source is turned on. To retract the antenna, turn the source off.

Use and care of the remote control

Using the remote control 1 Point the remote control in the direction of the

front panel to operate. When using for the first time, pull out the film protruding from the tray.

Replacing the battery 1 Slide the tray out on the back of the remote

control.

2 Insert the battery with the plus (+) and minus

(–) poles aligned properly.

WARNING

! Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

Should the battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

! Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed)

must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

! Use one CR2025 (3 V) lithium battery. ! Remove the battery if the remote control is

not used for a month or longer.

! There is a danger of explosion if the battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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

jects.

! If the battery leaks, wipethe remote control

completely clean and install a new battery.

! When disposing of used batteries, comply

with governmental regulations or environmental public institutions’ rules that apply in your country/area.

! “Perchlorate Material – special handling may

apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. (Applicable to California, U.S.A.)”

Important

! Do not store the remote control in high tem-

peratures or direct sunlight.

! The remote control may not function properly

in direct sunlight.

! Do not let the remote control fall onto the

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

Frequently used menu operations

Returning to the previous display Returning to the previous list/category (the folder/ category one level higher)

/DISP.

1 Press

Returning to the ordinary display 1 Press BAND/

Returning to the ordinary display from the list/category 1 Press BAND/

Selecting a function or list 1 Turn M.C. or LEVER. ! In this manual, “Turn M.C.” is used to describe

the operation used to select a function or list.

Tuner

Only for DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X7500HD

About HD Radioä stations

HD Radioä stations offer high-quality audio and data services. HD Radio stations are brought to you by local FM/AM stations. HD Radio stations feature the following:

! High quality audio ! FM multicasting ! Data services

Program Service Data: Contributes to the superior user experience of HD Radio Technology. Presents song name, artist, station IDs, HD2/HD3 Channel Guide, and other relevant data streams.

Adjacent to tradition al main stations are extra local FM channels. Thes e HD2/HD3 Channels provide new, original music as well as deep cuts into traditional genre.

Digital, CD -quality sound. HD Radio Technology enables local radio stations to broadcast a clean digital signal. AM sounds like today’s FM and FM sounds like a CD.

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iTunesâTagging provides you the opportunity to discover a wide range of content and the means to “tag” that content for later review and purchase from the iTunesâStore.

HD Radioä Technology

HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radioä and the HD, HD Radio, and “Arc” logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp.

Basic operations

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1 TAG indicator 2 Tags transferring indicator 3 Signal reception status indicator

When digital signal is received, played. Otherwise,

4 Band indicator 5 5 (stereo) indicator 6 LOC indicator

Appears when local seek tuning is on.

7 Preset number indicator 8 Signal level indicator 9 Frequency indicator

is displayed.

is dis-

Selecting a band

1 Press BAND/

FM-2,FM-3 for FM or AM) is displayed.

Manual tuning (step by step) 1 Turn LEVER.

! When an analog station is received, tuning

! If a digital broadcast is not yet received,

Seeking 1 Turn and hold down LEVER.

! While turning and holding down LEVER,

until the desired band (FM-1,

down operation is conducted within the analog broadcasting. (6 d 2)

tuning-up operation tunes in the next analog station. (2 d 6)

you can skip stations. Seek tuning starts as soon asyou release LEVER.

Storing and recalling stations for each band

1 Press (list).

The preset screen is displayed.

2 Use M.C. to store the selected frequency in the memory.

Turn to change the preset number. Press and hold to store.

3 Use M.C. to select the desired station.

Turn to change the station. Press to select.

# You can also change the station by pressing or .

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

Channel and program service name (frequency) —song title/channel and program service name (frequency)—song title/artist name—song title/ genre—album title/genre

/DISP.

Notes

! If the channel and program service name

cannot be acquired, the broadcast frequency is displayed instead. If the channel and program service name are detected, thechannel and program service name will be displayed.

! Depending on the band, text information can

be changed.

Using iTunes tagging

This function can be performed with the following iPod models.

— iPod touch 4th generation — iPod touch 3rd generation — iPod touch 2nd generation — iPod touch 1st generation — iPod classic 160GB — iPod classic 120GB — iPod classic — iPod nano 6th generation — iPod nano 5th generation — iPod nano 4th generation — iPod nano 3rd generation — iPhone 4S — iPhone 4 — iPhone 3GS — iPhone 3G — iPhone

However, tag information can be stored in this unit even while other iPod models are used.

The song information (tag) can be saved from the broadcasting station to your iPod. The songs will show up in a playlist called “Tagged playlist” in iTunes the next time you sync your iPod. Then you can directly buy the songs you want from the iTunes Store. ! The tagged songs and the song that you can

buy from the iTunes Store may be different. Make sure to confirm the song before you make the purchase.

Storing the tag information to this unit

1 Tune in to the broadcast station. 2 Press and hold M.C. if TAG is indicated in the

display while desired song is broadcasting. ! While storing the tag data on this unit,

TAG flashes.

Storing the tagged information to your iPod 1 The tag information on this unit is transferred

to the iPod automatically when an iPod is connected.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

BSM (best stationsmemory)

BSM (best stationsmemory) automatically stores the six strongest stations in the order of their signal strength. 1 Press M.C. to turn BSM on.

To cancel, press M.C. again.

Local (local seek tuning)

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

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to turn local on or off. 3 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

FM: Level 1—Level 2—Level 3—Level 4 AM: Level 1—Level 2 The highest level setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower levels allow the reception of weaker stations.

Seek mode (seek mode)

Seek tuning setting can be changed between digital station seek (Seek HD) and all station seek (Seek ALL) depending on the reception status.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

Seek ALL—Seek HD

Blending (reception mode)

If a digital broadcast reception condition gets poor, this unit automatically switches to the analog broadcast of thesame frequency level. If this function is set to on, the tuner switches between digital broadcast and analog broadcast automatically. If this function is off, reception will be conducted within an analog broadcast. 1 Press M.C. to turn this function on or off.

Note

If Seek mode is set to Seek HD and Blending is set to off, the tuner cannot receive broadcasts. In this case, the seek mode or reception mode is changed automatically as follows:

! When Seek mode is set to Seek HD, if you

switch Blending from on to off, Seek mode is changed to Seek ALL.

! When Blending is set to off, if you switch

Seek mode from Seek ALL to Seek HD, Blending is changed to on.

Tuner

Only for DEH-X8500BS and DEH-X7500S

Basic operations

1 2 4 5

1 Band indicator 2 5 (stereo) indicator 3 LOC indicator

Appears when local seek tuning is on.

4 Preset number indicator 5 Signal level indicator 6 Program service name 7 Frequency indicator

Selecting a band

1 Press BAND/

FM-2,FM-3 for FM or AM) is displayed.

Manual tuning (step by step) 1 Turn LEVER.

! Select Manual (manual tuning) under Tuning

Mode to use this function. For details about

the settings, refer to Tuning Mode (LEVER tun- ing setting) on this page.

until the desired band (FM-1,

2 41 5

Non-RDS or AM

RDS

Switching preset stations 1 Turn LEVER.

! Select Preset (preset channel) under Tuning

Mode to use this function. For details about

the settings, refer to Tuning Mode (LEVER tun- ing setting) on this page.

Seeking 1 Turn and hold down LEVER.

! While turning and holding down LEVER,

you can skip stations. Seek tuning starts

as soon asyou release LEVER.

Storing and recalling stations for each band

For details, referto Storing and recalling stations for each band on the previous page.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

Program service name (frequency)—artist name/song title

/DISP.

Notes

! If the program service namecannot be ac-

quired, the broadcast frequency is displayed instead. If the program ser vice name is detected, the program service name will be displayed.

! Depending on the band, text information can

be changed.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

BSM (best stationsmemory)

BSM (best stationsmemory) automatically stores the six strongest stations in the order of their signal strength. 1 Press M.C. to turn BSM on.

To cancel, press M.C. again.

Local (local seek tuning)

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

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to turn local on or off. 3 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

FM: Level 1—Level 2—Level 3—Level 4 AM: Level 1—Level 2 The highest level setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower levels allow the reception of weaker stations.

Tuning Mode (LEVER tuning setting)

You can assign a function to the LEVER on the unit. Select Manual (manual tuning) to tune up or down manually or select Preset (preset channel) to switch between preset channels. 1 Press M.C. to select Manual or Preset.

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CD/CD-R/CD-RW and USB storage devices

Basic operations

DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500B S

DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S

1 Bit rate/sampling frequency indicator

Shows the bit rate or sampling frequency of the current track (file) when the compressed audio is playing. ! When playing back VBR (variable bit

2 Folder number indicator

Shows the current folder number when playing a compressed audio file.

3 Track number indicator 4 PLAY/PAUSE indicator 5 S.Rtrv indicator

Appears when Sound Retriever function is on.

6 Song time (progress bar) 7 Play time indicator

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rate)-recorded AAC files, the average bit rate value is displayed. However, depending on the software used to decodeAAC files, VBR may be displayed.

Playing a CD/CD-R/CD-RW 1 Insert the disc into the disc loading slot with

the label side up.

Ejecting a CD/CD-R/CD-RW 1 Press h (eject).

Playing songs on a USB storage device 1 Plug in the USB storage device using the USB

cable.

! Use a Pioneer USB cable to connect the USB

storage device to the unit.

Stopping playback of files on a USB storage device ! You may disconnect the USB storage device at

any time.

Selecting a folder 1 Press

Selecting a track

1 Turn LEVER.

Fast forwarding or reversing 1 Turn and hold down LEVER to the right or left.

Returning to root folder 1 Press and hold BAND/

Switching between compressed audio and CD-DA 1 Press BAND/

Switching between playback memory devices You can switch between playback memory devices on USB storage devices with more than one Mass Storage Device-compatible memory device. 1 Press BAND/ ! You can switch between up to 32 different

or .

memory devices.

Operations using the MIXTRAX button

Turning MIXTRAX on or off You can use this function when USB is selected as the source. 1 Press MIX/DISP OFF to turn MIXTRAX on or

off.

! For more details about MIXTRAX, refer to

About MIXTRAX on page 18.

! For more details about MIXTRAX functions,

refer to MIXTRAX menu on page 18.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

/DISP.

Notes

! Depending on the version of iTunes used to

write MP3 files to a disc or media file types, incompatible text stored within an audio file may be displayed incorrectly.

! Text information items that can be changed

depend on the media.

Selecting and playing files/ tracks from the name list

This function is available when OFF is selected in Music browse. For details, refer to

Music browse (music browse) on page 19.

1 Press name list mode.

(list) to switch to the file/track

2 Use M.C. to select the desired file name (or folder name).

Changing the file or folder name 1 Turn M.C.

Playing 1 When a file or track is selected, press M.C.

Viewing a list of the files (or folders) in the selected folder 1 When a folder is selected, press M.C.

Playing a song in the selected folder 1 When a folder is selected, press and hold M.C.

Browsing for a song

You can use this function when USB is selected as the source. This function is available when ON is selected in

Music browse. For details, refer to Music browse (music browse) on page 19.

1 Press of the list search.

2 Use M.C. to select a category/song.

(list) to switch to the top menu

Changing the name of the song or category

1 Turn M.C.

Artists (artists)— Albums (albums)—Songs

(songs)—Genres (genres)

Playing 1 When a song is selected, press M.C.

Viewing a list of songs in the selected category 1 When a category is selected, press M.C.

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Notes

! When playing compressed audio, there is no

sound during fast forward or reverse.

! Disconnect USB storage devices from the

unit when not in use.

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Playing a song in the selected category 1 When a category is selected, press and hold

M.C.

Searching the list by alphabet 1 When a list for the selected category is dis-

played, press mode.

2 Turn M.C. to select a letter. 3 Press M.C. to display the alphabetical list.

to switch to alphabet search

Notes

! This unit must create an index in order to fa-

cilitate Artists, Albums, Songs, and Genres searches. Typically, it will take approximately 70 seconds to create an index for 1000 songs, and we recommend that up to 3000 songs be used. Please note that certain types of file may take longer to index than others.

! Depending on the number of files in the USB

storage device, there may be a delay when displaying a list.

! Keys may not have any effect during the cre-

ation of an index or list.

! Lists are recreated each time the unit is

turned on.

Playing songs related to the currently playing song

You can use this function when USB is selected as the source. This function is available when ON is selected in

Music browse. For details, refer to Music browse (music browse) on page 19.

You can play songs from the following lists.

• Album list of the currently playingartist

• Song list of the currently playingalbum

• Album list of the currently playinggenre

1 Press and hold M.C. to switch to link play mode.

2 Turn M.C. to change the mode; press to select.

! Artist – Plays an album by the artist currently

playing.

! Album – Plays a song from the album cur-

rently being played.

! Genre – Plays an album from the genre cur-

rently being played.

The selected song/album will be played after the currently playing song.

Notes

! The selected song/album may be canceled if

you use functions other than link search (e.g. fast forward and reverse).

! Depending on the song selected to play, the

end of the currently playing song andthe beginning of the selected song/album may be cut off.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

! Link play is not available when OFF is se-

lected in Music browse. For details, refer to

Music browse (music browse) on page 19.

Play mode (repeat play)

1 Press M.C. to select a repeat play range.

CD/CD-R/CD-RW

! Disc repeat – Repeat all tracks ! Track repeat – Repeat the current track ! Folder repeat – Repeat the current folder

USB storage device

! All repeat – Repeat all files ! Track repeat – Repeat the current file ! Folder repeat – Repeat the current folder

Random mode (random play)

1 Press M.C. to turn random play on or off.

Link play (linkplay)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to change the mode; press to select.

For details about the settings, refer to Playing songs related to the currently playing song on

this page.

Pause (pause)

1 Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Sound Retriever (sound retriever)

Automatically enhances compressed audio and restores rich sound.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

1—2—OFF (off) 1 is effective for low compression rates, and 2

is effective for high compression rates.

iPod

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Appears when Sound Retriever function is on.

7 Song time (progress bar) 8 Play time indicator

Playing songs on an iPod 1 Connect an iPod to the USB cable using an

iPod Dock Connector.

Selecting a track (chapter) 1 Turn LEVER.

Fast forwarding or reversing 1 Turn and hold down LEVER to the right or left.

Selecting an album 1 Press

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Notes

! The iPod cannot be turned on or off when the

control mode is set to Ctrl Audio.

! Disconnect headphones from the iPod be-

fore connecting it to this unit.

! The iPod will turn off about two minutes after

the ignition is switched off.

Operations using the MIXTRAX button

Turning MIXTRAX on or off 1 Press MIX/DISP OFF to turn MIXTRAX on or

off.

! For more details about MIXTRAX, refer to

About MIXTRAX on page 18.

! For more details about MIXTRAX functions,

refer to MIXTRAX menu on page 18.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

/DISP.

Browsing for a song

1 Press (list) to switch to the top menu of the list search.

2 Use M.C. to select a category/song.

Changing the name of the song or category

1 Turn M.C.

Playlists (playlists)—Artists (artists)—Albums

(albums)—Songs (songs)—Podcasts (podcasts)—Genres (genres)—Composers (composers)—Audiobooks (audiobooks)

Playing 1 When a song is selected, press M.C.

Viewing a list of songs in the selected category 1 When a category is selected, press M.C.

Playing a song in the selected category 1 When a category is selected, press and hold

M.C.

Searching the list by alphabet 1 When a list for the selected category is dis-

played, press mode.

2 Turn M.C. to select a letter. 3 Press M.C. to display the alphabetical list.

to switch to alphabet search

Notes

! You can play playlists createdwith the Music-

Sphere application. The application will be available on our website.

! Playlists that you created with the Music-

Sphere application are displayed in abbreviated form.

Playing songs related to the currently playing song

You can play songs from the following lists.

• Album list of the currently playingartist

• Song list of the currently playingalbum

• Album list of the currently playinggenre

1 Press and hold mode.

2 Turn M.C. to change the mode; press to select.

! Artist – Plays an album by the artist currently

playing.

! Album – Plays a song from the album cur-

rently being played.

! Genre – Plays an album from the genre cur-

rently being played.

The selected song/album will be played after the currently playing song.

to switch to link play

Notes

! The selected song/album may be canceled if

you use functions other than link search (e.g. fast forward and reverse).

! Depending on the song selected to play, the

end of the currently playing song andthe beginning of the selected song/album may be cut off.

Using this unit’s iPod function from your iPod

This unit’s iPod function can be controlled by using the connected iPod. Ctrl iPod is not compatible with the following iPod models.

! iPod nano 1st generation ! iPod with video

% Press BAND/

mode.

! Ctrl iPod – This unit’s iPod function can be

operated from the connected iPod.

! Ctrl Audio – This unit’s iPod function can be

controlled by using this unit.

to switch the control

Notes

! Switching the control mode to Ctrl iPod

pauses song playback. Use the iPod to resume playback.

! The following operations are still accessible

from the unit even if the controlmode is set to Ctrl iPod.

— Pausing — Fast forward/reverse — Selecting a song (chapter)

! The volume can only be adjusted from this

unit.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

! Play mode, Shuffle mode, Shuffle all,

Link play and Audiobooks are not available

when Ctrl iPod is selected in the control mode. For details, refer to Using this unit’s iPod function from your iPod on this page.

Play mode (repeat play)

1 Press M.C. to select a repeat play range.

! Repeat One – Repeat the current song ! Repeat All – Repeat all songs in the se-

lected list

! When the control mode is set to Ctrl iPod, the

repeat play range will be same as what is set for the connected iPod.

Shuffle mode (shuffle)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

! Shuffle Songs – Play back songs in the se-

lected list in random order.

! Shuffle Albums – Play back songs from a

randomly selected album in order.

! Shuffle OFF – Cancel random play.

Shuffle all (shuffle all)

1 Press M.C. to turn shuffle all on.

To turn off Shuffle all, select Shuffle OFF in

Shuffle mode. For details, refer to Shuffle mode (shuffle) on this page.

Link play (linkplay)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to change the mode; press to select.

For details about the settings, refer to Playing songs related to the currently playing song on

this page.

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Pause (pause)

1 Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Audiobooks (audiobook speed)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

! Faster – Playback at a speed faster than

normal

! Normal – Playback at normal speed ! Slower – Playback at a speed slower than

normal

Sound Retriever (sound retriever)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

1—2—OFF (off) 1 is effective for low compression rates, and 2

is effective for high compression rates.

Using Bluetooth wireless technology

! Only for DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500BS

Using the Bluetooth telephone

Important

! Leaving the unit on standby to connect to

your phone via Bluetooth while the engine is not running can drain the battery.

! Operations may vary depending on the kind

of cellular phone.

! Advanced operations that require attention

such as dialing numbers on the monitor, using the phone book, etc., are prohibited while driving. Park your vehicle in a safe place when using these advanced operations.

! Be sure to park your vehicle in a safe place

and apply the parking brake when performing this operation.

Setting up for hands-free phoning

Before you can use the hands-free phoning function you must set up the unit for use with your cellular phone.

1 Connection

Use the Bluetooth telephone connection menu. Refer to Connection menu operation on this page.

2 Function settings

Use the Bluetooth telephone function menu. Refer to Phone menu operation on the next page.

Basic operations

Making a phone call ! Refer to Phone menu operation on the next

page.

Answering an incoming call 1 When a call is received, press

Ending a call 1 Press

Rejecting an incoming call 1 When a call is received, press and hold

Answering a call waiting 1 When a call is received, press

Switching between callers on hold 1 Press M.C.

Canceling call waiting 1 Press and hold

Adjusting the other party’s listening volume 1 Turn LEVER while talking on the phone. ! When private mode is on, this function is not

available.

Turning private mode on or off 1 Press BAND/

Switching the information display 1 Press

while talking on the phone.

/DISP while talking on the phone.

Notes

! If private mode is selected on the cellular

phone, hands-free phoning may not be available.

! The estimated call time appears in the dis-

play (this may differ slightly from the actual call time).

Using voice recognition

This feature can be used on an iPod equipped with voice recognition that is connected by Bluetooth with the source set to iPod or BT Audio.

% Press and hold M.C. to switch to voice recognition mode.

Notes

! For details on voice recognition features,

check the manual for the iPod you are using.

! Some commands may not be available on

this unit.

Connection menu operation

Important

! Be sure to park your vehicle in a safe place

and apply the parking brake when performing this operation.

! Connected devices may not work properly if

more than one Bluetooth device is connected at a time (e.g. a phone and a separate audio player are connected simultaneously).

1 Press and hold tion menu.

# You cannot perform this step during a call.

to display the connec-

2 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Device list (connecting or disconnecting a device from the device list)

! When no device is selected in the device list,

this function is notavailable.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the name of a device you

want to connect/disconnect. ! Press and hold M.C. to swap between the

Bluetooth device address and the device name.

3 Press M.C. to connect/disconnect the selected

device. Once the connection is established, Con-

nected is displayed.

Delete device (deleting a device from the device

list)

! When no device is selected in the device list,

this function is notavailable.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the name of a device you

want to delete. ! Press and hold M.C. to swap between the

Bluetooth device address and the device name.

3 Press M.C. to display Delete YES. 4 Press M.C. to delete the device information

from the device list.

! While this function is in use, do not turn off

the engine.

Add device (connecting a new device)

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1 Press M.C. to start searching.

! To cancel, press M.C. while searching. ! If this unit fails to find any available cellular

phones, Not found is displayed.

2 Turn M.C. to select a device from the device

list. ! Press and hold M.C. to swap between the

Bluetooth device address and the device name.

3 Press M.C. to connect the selected device.

! To complete the connection, check the de-

vice name (Pioneer BT Unit). Enter the PIN code on your device if necessary.

! PIN code is set to 0000 as the default. You

can change this code.

! 6-digit number appears on the display of

this unit. Once theconnection is established, this number disappears.

! If you are unable to complete the connec-

tion using this unit, use the device to connect to theunit.

! If three devices are already paired, Device

Full is displayed and it is not possible to

perform this operation. In this case, delete a paired device first.

Auto connect (connecting to a Bluetooth device automatically)

1 Press M.C. to turn automatic connection on or

off.

Visibility (setting the visibility of thisunit)

Bluetooth visibility can be turned on so that other devices can discover the unit. 1 Press M.C. to turn the visibility of this unit on

or off.

Pin code input (PIN code input)

You must enter a PIN code on your device to confirm the Bluetooth connection. The default code is 0000, but you can change it with this function.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select a number. 3 Press M.C. to move the cursor to the next posi-

tion.

4 After inputting PIN code, press and hold M.C.

! After inputting, pressing M.C. returns you

to the PIN code input display, and you can change the PIN code.

Device INFO (Bluetooth device address display)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

Device name—Bluetooth device address

Phone menu operation

Important

Be sure to park your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake when performing this operation.

1 Press

2 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Missed calls (missed call history) Dialed calls (dialed call history) Received calls (received call history)

1 Press M.C. to display the phone number list. 2 Turn M.C. to select a name or phone number. 3 Press M.C. to make a call.

! To display details about the contact you se-

PhoneBook (phone book)

to display the phone menu.

lected, press and hold M.C.

! The contacts on your phone will normally be

transferred automatically when the phone is connected. If it is not, use your phone menu to transfer the contacts. The visibility of thisunit should be on when you use the phone menu. Refer to Visibility (setting the visibility of this unit) on this page.

1 Press M.C. to display ABC Search (alphabeti-

cal list).

2 Turn M.C. to select the first letter of the name

you are looking for.

3 Press M.C. to display a registered name list. 4 Turn M.C. to select the name you are looking

for.

5 Press M.C. to display the phone number list. 6 Turn M.C. to select a phone number you want

to call.

7 Press M.C. to make a call.

Phone Function (phone function)

You can set Auto answer, Ring tone and PH.B. Name view from this menu. For details, refer to

Function and operation on this page.

Function and operation

1 Display Phone Function.

Refer to Phone Function (phone function) on this page.

2 Press M.C. to display the function menu.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Auto answer (automatic answering)

1 Press M.C. to turn automatic answering on or

off.

Ring tone (ringtone select)

1 Press M.C. to turn the ring tone on or off.

PH.B.Name view (phone book name view)

1 Press M.C. to invert the order of names in the

phone book.

Bluetooth Audio

Important

! Depending on the Bluetooth audio player

connected to this unit, the available operations will be limited to the following twolevels:

— A2DP profile (Advanced Audio Distribution

Profile): You can only playback songs on your audio player. You cannot use the A2DP connection when iPod or Pandora (iPhone) is selected as a source.

— AVRCP profile (Audio/Video Remote Control

Profile): You can perform playback, pause playback, select songs, etc.

! Functions will vary depending on the

Bluetooth audio player you are using. When using your player with this unit, refer to the instruction manual that came with your Bluetooth audio player as well as this manual.

! As the signal from your cellular phone may

cause noise, avoid using it when you are listening to songs on your Bluetooth audio player.

! The sound of the Bluetooth audio player will

be muted when the phone is in use.

! When the Bluetooth audio player is in use,

you cannot connect to a Bluetooth telephone automatically.

! Playback continues even if you switch from

your Bluetooth audio player to another source while listening to a song.

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! Depending on the type of Bluetooth audio

player you have connected to this unit, operation and information display may not be available for some functions.

Setting up for Bluetooth audio

Before you can use the Bluetooth audio function you must set up the unit for use with your Bluetooth audio player. You will need to pair this unit with your Bluetooth audio player.

1 Connection

Use the Bluetooth telephone connection menu. Refer to Connection menu operation on page 12.

Basic operations

1 Device name

Shows the device name of the connected Bluetooth audio player.

2 Track number indicator 3 PLAY/PAUSE indicator 4 S.Rtrv indicator

Appears when Sound Retriever function is on.

5 Song time (progress bar) 6 Play time indicator

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Fast forwarding or reversing 1 Turn and hold down LEVER to the right or left.

Selecting a track 1 Turn LEVER.

Pausing and starting playback 1 Press BAND/

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

/DISP.

Note

Depending on the device, text information can be changed.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Play (play)

1 Press M.C. to start playback.

Stop (stop)

1 Press M.C. to stop the playback.

Pause (pause)

1 Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Random (random play)

1 Press M.C. to turn random play on or off.

! This function may not be available depend-

ing on the type of Bluetooth audio player

connected.

! The random play range varies depending

on the Bluetooth audio player in use.

Repeat (repeat play)

1 Press M.C. to select a repeat play range.

! This function may not be available depend-

ing on the type of Bluetooth audio player

connected.

! The repeat play range varies depending on

the Bluetooth audio player in use.

Sound Retriever (sound retriever)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

1—2—OFF (off) 1 is effective for low compression rates, and 2

is effective for high compression rates.

Using smartphone applications

Important

Use of third party apps may involveor require the provision of personally identifiable information, whether through the creation of a user account or otherwise, and forcertain applications, the provision of geolocation data. ALL THIRD PARTY APPS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PROVIDERS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION COLLECTION AND SECURITY OF USER DATA AND PRIVACY PRACTICES. BY ACCESSING THIRD PARTY APPS, YOU AGREE TO REVIEW THE TERMS OF SERVICE AND PRIVACY POLICIES OF THE PROVIDERS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OR POLICIES OF ANY PROVIDER OR DO NOT CONSENT TO THE USE OF GEOLOCATION DATA WHERE APPLICABLE, DO NOT USE THAT THIRD PARTY APP.

Information for the smartphone compatibility

The following devices are compatible with this function. ! iPhone and iPod touch

In this chapter, iPod and iPhone will be referred to as “iPhone”.

! Androidä device

For iPhone users

! Use a Pioneer USB cable to connect an

iPhone.

For Android device users

! The device supports Bluetooth SPP (Serial

Port Profile) and A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). The device is connected to this unit via Bluetooth.

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Compatibility with all Android devices is not guaranteed. For details about Android device compatibility with this unit, refer to the information on our website.

Notes

! Please check our website for a listof sup-

ported smartphone applications for this unit.

! Pioneer is not liable for any issues that may

arise from incorrect or flawed app-based content.

! The content and functionality of the sup-

ported applications are the responsibility of the App providers.

Using Pandora

IMPORTANT:

Requirements to access Pandora using the Pioneer car audio/videoproducts:

! iPhone compatibility

Apple iPhone (first generation), iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch 1G, iPod touch 2G, iPod touch 3G or iPod touch 4G (firmware version 3.0 or later) Certain firmware versions for the iPhone may not be compatible with the Pandora application. If this appears to bethe case, please update the firmware to aversion that is compatible with Pandora.

! Latest version of the Pandora application, down-

loaded to your device (Search Apple iTunes App Store for “Pandora”).

! Current Pandora account (Free account and paid

accounts available from Pandora; create a free account online at http://www.pandora.com/register or through the Pandora application for the iPhone).

! Data Plan

Note: If the Data Plan for your iPhone does not provide for unlimited data usage, additional charges from your carrier may apply for accessing the Pandora service via 3G and/or EDGE networks.

! Connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE or Wi-Fi

network.

! Optional Pioneer adapter cable connecting your

iPhone to the Pioneer car audio/video products.

Limitations:

! Access to the Pandora service will depend on the

availability of a cellularand/or Wi-Fi network for purposes of allowingyour device to connect to the Internet.

! Ability of the Pioneer car audio/video products to

access the Pandora service is subject to change without notice and could be affected by any of the following: compatibility issues with future firmware versions of iPhone; compatibility issues with future firmware versions of the Pandora application for the iPhone; changes to the Pandora music service by Pandora; discontinuation of the Pandora music service by Pandora.

! Certain functions of the Pandora service are not

available when accessingthe service through the Pioneer car audio/video products, including, but not limited to, creating new stations, deleting stations, emailing currentstations, buying tracks from iTunes, viewing additional text information, logging in to Pandora, and adjusting Cell Network Audio Quality.

Pandora internet radio is a music service not affiliated with Pioneer. More information is available at http://www.pandora.com.

You can play Pandora by connecting your iPhone with the Pandora application installed.

Starting procedure for iPhone users

1 Connect an iPhone to the USB cable using an iPhone Dock Connector.

2 Select Wired in APP CONNECT MODE. For details, refer to APP CONNECT MODE (APP connect mode setting) on page 20.

If using DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S, proceed to the next step.

3 Switch the source to Pandora.

4 Start up the application on the smartphone and initiate playback.

Starting procedure for Android device users

Only for DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500BS The device has Android OS 2.2 or later.

1 Connect your Android device to this unit using Bluetooth wireless technology. For details, refer to Connection menu operation on page 12.

2 Select Bluetooth in APP CONNECT MODE. For details, refer to APP CONNECT MODE (APP connect mode setting) on page 20.

3 Switch the source to Pandora.

The smartphone application will start up automatically. If it fails to start, follow the instructions on the screen to attempt to resolve the problem.

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1 Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down indicator 2 Shuffle indicator 3 PLAY/PAUSE indicator 4 S.Rtrv indicator

Appears when Sound Retriever function is on.

5 Song time (progress bar) 6 Play time indicator

Giving a Thumbs Up

to give a “ Thumbs Up” for the track

1 Press

currently playing.

Giving a Thumbs Down

to give a “ Thumbs Down” for the

1 Press

track currently playing and to skip to the next track.

Skipping tracks 1 Turn LEVER to the right.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

/DISP.

Notes

! Depending on the station, text information

can be changed.

! Due to music licensing restrictions, Pandora

limits the total number of skips per hour.

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Selecting and playing the Shuffle/ station list

The display shown on this unit may not be the same as that shown on the connected device.

1 Press tion list mode.

2 Use M.C. to select the Shuffle or desired station.

Changing the sort order 1 Press

! ABC – You can sort the items in the list alpha-

! DATE – You can sort the items in the list in

Changing Shuffle or stations 1 Turn M.C.

Playing 1 When Shuffle or the station is selected, press

(list) to switch to the Shuffle/sta-

(list).

betically

order of thedates on which the items were created

M.C.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Bookmark (bookmark)

1 Press M.C. to store track information.

Pause (pause)

1 Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Sound Retriever (sound retriever)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

1—2—OFF (off) 1 is effective for low compression rates, and 2

is effective for high compression rates.

Using other applications

You can use this unit to perform streaming playback of and control tracks in smartphone applications or just for streaming playback.

Starting procedure for iPhone users

1 Connect an iPhone to the USB cable using an iPhone Dock Connector.

2 Select Wired in APP CONNECT MODE. For details, refer to APP CONNECT MODE (APP connect mode setting) on page 20.

If using DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S, proceed to the next step.

3 Switch the source to Apps.

4 Start up the application on the smartphone and initiate playback.

Starting procedure for Android device users

Only for DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500BS

1 Connect your Android device to this unit using Bluetooth wireless technology. For details, refer to Connection menu operation on page 12.

2 Select Bluetooth in APP CONNECT MODE. For details, refer to APP CONNECT MODE (APP connect mode setting) on page 20.

3 Switch the source to Apps.

4 Start up the application on the smartphone and initiate playback.

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1 Application name 2 PLAY/PAUSE indicator 3 S.Rtrv indicator

Appears when Sound Retriever function is on.

4 Song time (progress bar) 5 Play time indicator

Selecting a track 1 Turn LEVER.

Fast forwarding or reversing 1 Turn and hold down LEVER to the right or left.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

/DISP.

Note

Song information may not display correctly for iOS versions earlier than 5.0.

Function settings

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Pause (pause)

1 Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Sound Retriever (sound retriever)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

1—2—OFF (off) 1 is effective for low compression rates, and 2

is effective for high compression rates.

Audio adjustments

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select AUDIO.

3 Turn M.C. to select the audio function.

Once selected, the following audio functions can be adjusted.

! The cut-off frequency and output level can be

adjusted when thesubwoofer output is on.

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! SLA is not available when FM is selected as

the source.

Fader/Balance (fader/balance adjustment)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to cycle between fader (front/rear)

and balance (left/right).

3 Turn M.C. to adjust the front/rear speaker bal-

ance. Turn M.C. to adjust the left/right speaker balance.

Preset EQ (equalizer recall)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select an equalizer curve.

Powerful—Natural—Vocal—Custom1—Custom2—Flat—SuperBass

G.EQ (equalizer adjustment)

You can adjust the currently selected equalizer curve setting as desired. Adjusted equalizer curve settings are stored in Custom1 or Custom2. ! Custom1 can be set separately for each

source. However, each of the below combinations are set to the same setting automatically. ! USB, iPod, PANDORA (iPhone), and Apps

(iPhone)

! BT Audio, PANDORA (Android), and Apps

(Android)

! Custom2 is a shared setting used in common

for all sources.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to cycle between the following:

Equalizer band—Equalizer level

3 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

Equalizer band: 100Hz—315Hz—1.25kHz—

3.15kHz—8kHz Equalizer level: +6 to –6

Loudness (loudness)

Loudness compensates for deficiencies in the lowfrequency and high-frequency ranges at low volume.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to turn loudness on or off. 3 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

Low (low)—Mid (mid)—High (high)

Subwoofer1 (subwoofer on/off setting)

This unit is equippedwith a subwoofer output which can be turned on or off.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to turn subwoofer output on or off. 3 Turn M.C. to select the phase for the sub-

woofer output. Turn M.C. to the left to select reverse phase, and Reverse appears in the display. Turn M.C. to the right to select normal phase, and Nor-

mal appears in the display.

Subwoofer2 (subwoofer adjustment)

Only frequencies lower thanthose in the selected range are outputted from the subwoofer.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to cycle between the cut-off fre-

quency and the output level for the subwoofer.

3 Turn M.C. to select the cut-off frequency.

50Hz—63Hz—80Hz—100Hz—125Hz

4 Turn M.C. to adjust the output level for the sub-

woofer. +6 to –24 is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.

Bass Booster (bass boost)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select a desired level.

0 to +6 is displayedas the level is increased or decreased.

HPF (high pass filter adjustment)

When you do not want low sounds from the subwoofer output frequency range to play from the front or rear speakers, turn onthe HPF (high pass filter). Only frequencies higher than those in the selected range areoutput from the front or rear speakers.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Press M.C. to turn high pass filter on or off. 3 Turn M.C. to select the cut-off frequency.

50Hz—63Hz—80Hz—100Hz—125Hz

SLA (source level adjustment)

SLA (Source level adjustment) lets you adjust the

volume level of each source to prevent sudden changes in volume when switching between sources. ! Settings are based on the FM volume level,

which remains unchanged.

! The AM volume level can also be adjusted with

this function.

! Each of the below combinations are set to the

same setting automatically. ! USB, iPod, PANDORA (iPhone), and Apps

(iPhone)

! BT Audio, PANDORA (Android), and Apps

(Android)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to adjust the source volume.

Adjustment range: +4 to –4

Using different entertainment displays

You can enjoy entertainment displays while listening to each sound source.

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select ENTERTAINMENT.

3 Turn M.C. to select the entertainment function.

Once selected, the following entertainment functions can be adjusted.

Background (background setting)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

Background visual—genre—background picture 1—background picture 2—background picture 3—background picture 4—simple display—movie screen —calendar ! Genre display changes depending on the

genre of music.

! Genre display may not work correctly de-

pending on the application used to encode audio files.

3 Press M.C. to select.

Clock (clock display setting)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (clock display)—Elapsed time (elapsed time display)— OFF (clock off)

! Only for DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S

You can switch the function by pressing CLOCK.

Selecting the illumination color

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select ILLUMINATION.

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3 Turn M.C. to select the illumination function.

Once selected, the following illumination functions can be adjusted.

! Phone is not available for DEH-X7500HD and

DEH-X7500S.

Key Side (key sectioncolor setting)

You can select desired colors for the illuminated sections on the left sideon the front of this unit.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list:

! Preset colors (ranging from White to

Rose)

! Scan (cycle through all colors) ! Sets of colors (Warm, Ambient, Calm) ! Custom (customized illumination color)

Display Side (display section color setting)

You can select desired colors for the illuminated sections on the right side on the front of this unit.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list:

! Preset colors (ranging from White to

Rose)

! Scan (cycle through all colors) ! Sets of colors (Warm, Ambient, Calm) ! Custom (customized illumination color)

Key & Display (key and display color setting)

You can select the desired colors for the keys and display of this unit.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list:

! Preset colors (ranging from White to

Rose)

! Scan (cycle through all colors) ! Sets of colors (Warm, Ambient, Calm)

Phone (phone color setting)

You can select the desired key colors to display when an incoming callis received.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list:

! Flashing – The color selected from Key

Side flashes.

! Flash FX 1 to Flash FX 6 – The system auto-

matically cycles through all available key colors for this unit. Select the desired mode.

! OFF – No change in key color made when

incoming calls are received.

Notes

! The MIX/DISP OFF color cannot be changed. ! When Scan is selected, the system automati-

cally cycles through the preset colors.

! When Warm is selected, the system auto-

matically cycles through the warm colors.

! When Ambient is selected, the system auto-

matically cycles through the ambient colors.

! When Calm is selected, the system automati-

cally cycles through the calm colors.

! When Custom is selected, the customized

color saved is selected.

Customizing the illumination color

You can create custom illumination colors for both Key Side and Display Side.

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to display ILLUMINATION and press to select.

3 Turn M.C. to display Key Side or Display Side. Press to select.

4 Press M.C. and hold until the customizing illumination color setting appears in the display.

5 Press M.C. to select the primary color. R (red)—G (green)—B (blue)

6 Turn M.C. to adjust the brightness level. Adjustment range: 0 to 60

# You cannot select a level below 20 for all three of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) at the same time.

# You can also perform the same operation on other colors.

Note

You cannot create a custom illumination color while Scan, Warm, Ambient or Calm is selected.

About MIXTRAX

MIXTRAX technology is used to insert a variety of sound effects in between songs, allowing you to experience your music as a nonstop mix complete with visual and lighting effects.

Notes

! Depending on the file/song, sound effects

may not be available.

! MIXTRAX includes a MIXTRAX flashing color

mode that when switched on turns the flashing colors on and off in timewith the audio track. If you find the feature distractingwhile driving, please turn MIXTRAX off. Refer to Op- erations using the MIXTRAX button on page 9.

MIXTRAX menu

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select MIXTRAX.

3 Turn M.C. to select the MIXTRAX function.

Once selected, the following MIXTRAX functions can be adjusted. The function is enabled when MIXTRAX is on.

SHORT PLAYBACK (short playback mode)

You can select the length of the playback time.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

1.0 MIN (1.0 minute)—1.5 MIN (1.5 minutes)—

2.0 MIN (2.0 minutes)—2.5 MIN (2.5 minutes)

—3.0 MIN (3.0 minutes)—Random (random) —OFF (off)

! Turn this option OFF if you want to play a selec-

tion all the way through from start to finish.

FLASH AREA (flash area)

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You can select areas for flashing colors.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

Key & Display (key and display)—KEY SIDE (key section)— OFF (off)

! When KEY SIDE is selected, the illuminated

sections on the left sideon the front of this unit flash.

! When OFF is selected, the color set under IL-

LUMINATION is used as the display color.

Flashing Color (flashpattern)

You can select flashing color patterns.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list: ! Sound Level Mode Color 1 to Color 6 –

Flashing colors will flash on and off in synchronization with the sound level in a song. Select the desired mode.

! Low Pass Mode Color 1 to Color 6 –

Flashing colors will flash on and off in synchronization with the bass level in a song. Select the desired mode.

! Flashing Color Random – The pattern for

the flashing colors is randomly selected for each song fromthe sound level mode and low pass mode.

! Sound Level Mode Random – The pattern

for the flashing colors is randomly selected for each song fromthe sound level mode.

! Low Pass Mode Random – The pattern for

the flashing colors is randomly selected for each song fromthe low pass mode.

DISP EFFECT (display effect)

The MIXTRAX special effects display can be turned on or off.

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to select the desired setting.

MIXTRAX 1 (MIXTRAX specialeffects display 1)—MIXTRAX 2 (MIXTRAX special effects display 2)—OFF (normal display)

CUT IN EFFECT (manual cut-in effect)

You can turn on or off the MIXTRAX sound effects while manually changing tracks.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (on)—OFF (off)

MIX Settings (MIXTRAX settings)

For details, refer to MIXTRAX settings on this page.

Notes

! The MIX/DISP OFF color cannot be changed. ! MIX/DISP OFF does not flash.

MIXTRAX settings

You can change the settings for fixed sounds and sound effects. ! The fixed sound settings can be changed

from MIX Fixed.

! The sound effect settings can be changed

from any of the following menus:

LOOP EFFECT, Flanger EFFECT, Echo EFFECT, and Crossfade EFFECT.

1 Display MIX Settings.

2 Press M.C. to display the function menu.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

MIX Fixed (MIXTRAX sound effects)

The fixed sounds can be removed from MIXTRAX sound effects.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (fixed sounds and sound effects)—OFF

(sound effects)

LOOP EFFECT (loop effect)

The loop effect, which is inserted at the end of each song automatically, can be removed from the sound effect.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (on)—OFF (off)

Flanger EFFECT (flanger effect)

The flanger effect can be removed from the sound effect.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (on)—OFF (off)

Echo EFFECT (echo effect)

The echo effect can be removed from the sound effect.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (on)—OFF (off)

Crossfade EFFECT (crossfade effect)

The crossfade effect can be removed from the sound effect.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

ON (on)—OFF (off)

! When iPod is selected as the source, the

crossfade effect is disabled.

System menu

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select SYSTEM.

3 Turn M.C. to select the system menu function.

Once selected, the following system menu functions can be adjusted.

! BT AUDIO, Clear memory, BT Version info.

and APP CONNECT MODE are not available for DEH-X7500HD and DEH-X7500S.

! APP CONNECT MODE is not available when

Pandora or Apps is selected as the source.

Language select (multi-language)

For your convenience, this unit offers a choice of several languages. You can select the language you prefer to use. 1 Press M.C. to select the language.

English—Français—Español

Calendar (setting the date)

1 Press M.C. to select the segment of the calen-

dar display you wish to set. Year—Day—Month

2 Turn M.C. to set the date.

Clock (setting the clock)

1 Press M.C. to select the segment of the clock

display you wish to set. Hour—Minute

2 Turn M.C. to adjust the clock.

EngineTime alert (elapsed time display setting)

This setting displays how much time has elapsed since the machine wasturned on. You can set a timer and an alarm.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

OFF—15Minutes—30Minutes

Music browse (music browse)

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You can browse music on a USB storage device. 1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list:

! ON – Category/song list can be used. ! OFF – File/folder list can be used.

Warning tone (warning tone setting)

If the front panel is not detached from the head unit within four seconds of turningoff the ignition, a warning tone sounds. You can turn off the warning tone.

1 Press M.C. to turn the warning tone on or off.

AUX (auxiliar y input)

Activate this setting when using an auxiliary device connected to this unit.

1 Press M.C. to turn AUX on or off.

Dimmer (dimmer setting)

To prevent the display from being too bright at night, the display is automatically dimmed when the car’s headlights are turned on. You can turn the dimmer on or off.

1 Press M.C. to turn dimmer on or off.

Contrast (display contrast setting)

1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode. 2 Turn M.C. to adjust the contrast level.

0 to 15 is displayedas the level is increased or decreased.

Ever-scroll (scroll mode setting)

When ever scroll is set to ON, recorded text information scrolls continuously in the display. Set to OFF if youprefer the information to scroll just once.

1 Press M.C. to turn the ever scroll on or off.

BT AUDIO (Bluetooth audio activation)

You need to activate the BT Audio source in order to use a Bluetooth audio player. 1 Press M.C. to turn the BT Audio source on or

off.

Clear memory (clearing the Bluetooth device data stored on this unit)

Bluetooth device data stored on this unit can be cleared. To protect your personal information, clear the device memor y before you pass the unit on to someone else. The following information will be deleted.

! Device list ! PIN code ! Call history ! Phone book

1 Press M.C. to show the confirmation display.

Clear memory YES is displayed. Clearing

memory is now on standby. If you do not want to clear the Bluetooth device data stored on this unit, turn M.C. to display Cancel and press it again to select.

2 Press M.C. to clear the memory.

Cleared is displayed and the Bluetooth device

data is cleared. ! While this function is in use, do not turn

off the engine.

BT Version info. (Bluetooth version display)

You can display the system versions of this unit and of Bluetooth module.

1 Press M.C. to display the information.

APP CONNECT MODE (APP connect mode set-

ting)

Select an appropriate option for your smartphone.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

Wired (for iPhone)—Bluetooth (for Android

device)

Set up menu

1 Press and hold SRC/OFF until the unit turns off.

2 Press and hold M.C. until the main menu appears in the display.

3 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select SETUP.

4 Turn M.C. to select the set up menu function.

Once selected, the following set up menu functions can be adjusted.

! Software Update is not available for DEH-

X7500HD and DEH-X7500S.

S/W control (rear output and subwoofer setting)

This unit’s rear output (rear speaker leads output and RCA rear output) can be used for full-range speaker (Rear SP :F.Range) or subwoofer (Rear SP :S/W) connection. If you switch the rear output setting to Rear SP :S/W, you can connect a rear speaker lead directly to a subwoofer withoutusing an auxiliary amp. 1 Press M.C. to switch the rear output setting.

! When no subwoofer is connected to the

rear output, select Rear SP :F.Range (full-

range speaker).

! When a subwoofer is connected to the rear

output, select Rear SP :S/W (subwoofer).

! Even if you change this setting, there will be

no output unless you turn the subwoofer output on (refer to Subwoofer1 (subwoofer on/off setting) on page 17).

! If you change this setting, subwoofer output in

the audio menu will return to the factory settings.

! Both rear speaker lead outputs and RCA rear

output are switched simultaneously in this setting.

Software Update (updating the software)

This function is usedto update this unit with the latest Bluetooth software. For about Bluetooth software and updating, refer to our website. ! Never turn the unit off while the Bluetooth soft-

ware is beingupdated.

1 Press M.C. to display the data transfer mode.

Follow the on-screen instructions to finish updating the Bluetooth software.

System menu

1 Press and hold SRC/OFF until the unit turns off.

2 Press and hold M.C. until the main menu appears in the display.

3 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select SYSTEM.

4 Turn M.C. to select the system menu function.

For details, referto System menu on the previous page.

Using an AUX source

1 Insert the stereo mini plug into the AUX input jack.

2 Press SRC/OFF to select AUX as the source.

Note

AUX cannot be selected unless the auxiliary setting is turned on. For more details, refer to AUX (auxiliary input) on this page.

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Turning the display off or on

% Press and hold MIX/DISP OFF until the display turns on or off.

If an unwanted display appears

Turn off the unwanted displayusing the procedures listed below.

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select SYSTEM.

3 Turn M.C. to display DEMO OFF and press to select.

4 Turn M.C. to switch to YES.

5 Press M.C. to select.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Only for DEH-X8500BS and DEH-X7500S

You can use this unit to control SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner, which is sold separately. For more information on how to install SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner. Everything worth listening to is on SiriusXM, getting over 130 channels, including the most commercial‐free music, plus the best sports, news, talk and entertainment. A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.

To subscribe to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio service

1 Switch the source to SiriusXM.

You should be able to tune in to Channel 1.If you cannot get Channel 1, make sure that your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is installed correctly as described in the tuner installation guide.

2 Switch to Channel 0 and check the Radio ID.

You will need this number to activate your subscription. For details, refer to Displaying the Radio ID on the next page.

3 Activate the service either online or by phone.

! Go to www.siriusxm.com, and click on ACTI-

VATE RADIO to start the activation process.

! Call SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-800-XM-

RADIO (1-866-635-2349) to activate. # As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM satellites will send an activation message to your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. Once the tuner has received the message, this unit will display “Subscription Updated -”. Once the update is completed, you can start tuning in to the channels in your subscription.

The activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes but may take up to an hour in some cases. Do not turn off the unit while the activation message is displayed.

Basic operations

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1 TAG indicator 2 Tags transferring indicator 3 SiriusXM band indicator 4 Scan play indicator 5 SiriusXM channel number indicator 6 SiriusXM preset number indicator 7 Replay indicator 8 Title icon indicator

(Channel Name)

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(Artist Name) (Song Title)

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(Content Info)

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(Category)

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9 PLAY/PAUSE indicator a Progress bar b Time until the live broadcast starts

Selecting a band 1 Press BAND/

! Band can be selected from SXM-1, SXM-2

Returning to the current live broadcast 1 Press and hold BAND/

or SXM-3.

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Selecting a channel This function is available when Channel is selected in Operate Mode. For details, refer to Operate Mode (operation mode setting) on the next page. 1 Turn LEVER.

! By turning and holding down LEVER, you

can increase or decrease the channel number continuously.

Skip backward or forward This function is available when Replay is selected in Operate Mode. For details, refer to Operate Mode (operation mode setting) on the next page. 1 Turn LEVER to left to skip back and to the right

to skip forward.

Fast forwarding or fast rewind This function is available when Replay is selected in Operate Mode. For details, refer to Operate Mode (operation mode setting) on the next page. 1 Turn and hold down LEVER to the left to fast

rewind and to the right to fast forward.

Switching the display

Selecting the desired text information

% Press

Channel Name/playback time—Artist Name/ playback time—Song Title/playback time—Content Info/playback time—Category/playback time

Notes

! Depending on the channel, text information

! Text information may change duringTune

/DISP.

can be changed.

Scan.

Displaying the Radio ID

The SiriusXM Radio ID can be found by tuning to Channel 0. In addition, the Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. Please note that the SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.

Tune Startä

You can select where to start the broadcast when switching to a preset music channel. For details, referto Tune Start (tune start) on the next page.

Scan options

You can scan through channels within categories or songs from your preset channels.

Tune Scanä

Music channels stored as preset channels are played back by scan play. Each song in the current channel plays for eight seconds at a time. For details, referto Tune Scan (scanning the songs) on the next page.

Category scan

The live broadcast for each channel in the current category plays for five seconds at a time. For details, referto Selecting a channel from the category list on this page.

Selecting the channel or song playing 1 Press M.C.

Switching to the next track during the Tune Scan 1 Turn LEVER to the right.

Switching to the next channel during the category scan 1 Turn LEVER to the right.

Quitting a scan The last channel or song will continue to play when scan ends. 1 Press BAND/

List menu

You can select a channel from the list.

Selecting a channel from the all channel list

You can select a channel from any of the available channels.

1 Press

2 Turn M.C. to display All Channels and press to select.

3 Turn M.C. to select a channel.

4 Press M.C. to tune to the channel.

Setting preset channels

You can store your favorite channels as presets and recall them later on.

1 Press

2 Turn M.C. to display Presets and press to select.

3 Turn M.C. to select a preset channel.

4 Press and hold M.C. to store the current channel as a preset.

(list).

! Press to change the display.

Channel Name—Artist Name—Song Title— Content Info

(list).

5 Press M.C. to recall the preset channel.

# You can tune the preset channel up or down manually by pressing

or .

Selecting a channel from the category list

You can select a channel from the current category. The available categories will depend on the available channels.

1 Press

2 Turn M.C. to display Category and press to select.

3 Turn M.C. to select a channel.

(list).

! Press to change the display.

Channel Name—Artist Name—Song Title— Content Info

! Press and hold M.C. to switch to scan play.

For details, refer to Scan options on this page.

4 Press M.C. to tune to the channel.

Using iTunes tagging

For more details about iTunes tagging, refer to Using iTunes tagging on page 7.

Storing the tag information to this unit

1 Tune to a music channel. 2 Press and hold M.C. if TAG is indicated in the

display while desired song is broadcasting. ! While storing the tag data on this unit,

TAG flashes.

! Not all songs will be available for TAG .

Storing the tagged information to your iPod 1 The tag information on this unit is transferred

to the iPod automatically when an iPod is connected.

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Operation mode setting

% Press and hold to select the desired setting. Channel (channel)—Replay (Replay)

Function and operation

1 Press M.C. to display the main menu.

2 Turn M.C. to change the menu option and press to select FUNCTION.

3 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Pause (pause)

Press M.C. to pause or resume.

Operate Mode (operation mode setting)

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

Channel (channel)—Replay (Replay)

Tune Scan (scanning the songs)

1 Press M.C. to switch to scan play. For details,

refer to Scanoptions on the previous page.

Tune Start (tune start)

You can select where to start the broadcast when switching to a presetmusic channel. 1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting.

You can select any one of the options in the following list: ! ON – The broadcast will start from the be-

ginning of a song when tuning to a preset music channel (when available).

! OFF – The broadcast will play from the live

point when tuning to a preset music channel.

Parental Control (Parental Control)

For details, refer to Setting Parental Control on this page.

Setting Parental Control

The SiriusXM Parental Control feature allows you to control access to channels that you consider inappropriate for younger listener. When enabled, the Parental Control feature requires you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked channels. Locked channels are indicated by a L symbol.

1 Display Parental Control.

2 Press M.C. to display the passcode input screen.

The default passcode is 0000.

3 Turn M.C. to select a number.

4 Press M.C. to move the cursor to the next position.

5 After inputting passcode, press M.C.

You will be able to proceed to the next step if you enter the correct passcode.

6 Turn M.C. to select the function.

Once selected, the following functions can be adjusted.

Locked Channels (locking the channels)

Access to the current broadcast channel can be locked. You will need to enter your passcode in order to access a locked channel.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting. 2 Press M.C. to turn the lock on or off.

Clear all (clearing all channel locks)

You can clear the locks from all locked channels at the same time.

1 Press M.C. to select the desired setting. 2 Turn M.C. to switch to YES. 3 Press M.C.

Edit Code (changing the passcode)

You can change your passcode. 1 Press M.C. to display the setting mode.

Enter your current passcode. ! The default passcode is 0000.

2 Turn M.C. to select a number. 3 Press M.C. to move the cursor to the next posi-

tion.

4 After inputting passcode, press M.C.

Enter a new passcode.

5 Turn M.C. to select a number. 6 Press M.C. to move the cursor to the next posi-

tion.

7 After inputting passcode, press M.C.

The new passcode issaved.

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Connections

WARNING

! Use speakers over 50 W (output value) and

between 4 W to 8 W (impedance value).Do not use 1 W to 3 W speakers for this unit.

! The black cable is ground. When installing

this unit or power amp (sold separately), make sure to connect the ground wire first. Ensure that the ground wire is properly connected to metal parts of the car ’s body. The ground wire of the power amp andthe one of this unit or any other device must be connected to the car separately with different screws. If the screw for the groundwire loosens or falls out, it could result in fire, generation of smoke or malfunction.

Ground wire

Other devices (Another electronic device in the car)

Important

! When installing this unit in a vehicle without

an ACC (accessory) position on the ignition switch, failure to connect the red cable to the terminal that detects operation of the ignition key may result in battery drain.

ACC position No ACC position

Metal parts of car’s body

POWER AMP

! Use this unit with a 12-volt battery and nega-

tive grounding only. Failure to do so may result in a fire or malfunction.

! To prevent a short-circuit, overheating or mal-

function, be sure to follow the directions below.

— Disconnect the negative terminal of the bat-

tery before installation.

— Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhe-

sive tape. Wrap adhesive tape around wiring that comes into contact with metal parts to protect the wiring.

— Place all cables away from moving parts,

such as theshift lever and seat rails.

— Place all cables away from hot places, such

as near the heater outlet.

— Do not connect the yellow cable to the battery

by passing it through the hole to the engine compartment.

— Cover any disconnected cable connectors

with insulating tape.

— Do not shorten any cables. — Never cut the insulation of the power cable of

this unit in orderto share the power with other devices. The current capacity of the cable is limited.

— Use a fuse of the rating prescribed. — Never wire the negative speaker cable directly

to ground.

— Never band together negative cables of multi-

ple speakers.

! When this unit is on, control signals are sent

through the blue/white cable. Connect this cable to the system remote control of an external power amp or the vehicle’s auto-antenna relay control terminal (max. 300 mA 12 V DC). If the vehicle is equipped witha glass antenna, connect it to the antenna booster power supply terminal.

! Never connect the blue/white cable to the

power terminal of an external power amp. Also, never connect it to the power terminal of the auto antenna. Doing so mayresult in battery drain or a malfunction.

This unit

2 3 4 596 a

1 USB port 2 Antenna input

15 cm (5-7/8 in.)

3 SiriusXM BUS input (DEH-X8500BS and

DEH-X7500S only)

4 Fuse (10 A) 5 Power cord input 6 Wired remote input

Hard-wired remote control adapter can be connected (sold separately).

7 Microphone input (DEH-X8500BH and DEH-

X8500BS only)

8 Microphone (DEH-X8500BH and DEH-

X8500BS only) 4 m (13 ft. 1 in.)

9 Rear output a Front output b Subwoofer output c USB cable

1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.)

d SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (sold sepa-

rately)

Power cord

Perform these connections when not connecting a rear speaker lead to a subwoofer.

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9 Gray/black a Green b Green/black c Violet d Violet/black e Black (chassis ground)

Connect to a clean, paint-free metal location.

f Yellow

Connect to the constant 12 V supply terminal.

g Red

Connect to terminal controlled by ignition switch (12 V DC).

h Blue/white

Connect to system control terminal of the power amp or auto-antenna relay control terminal (max. 300 mA 12 V DC).

i Orange/white

Connect to lighting switch terminal.

j Subwoofer (4 W) k When using a subwoofer of 70W (2 W), be

sure to connect the subwoofer to the violet and violet/black leads of this unit. Do not connect anything to the green and green/ black leads.

l Not used. m Subwoofer (4 W)×2

Notes

! When using a two-speaker system, do not

connect anything to speaker leads that are not connected to a speaker.

! Change the set up menu of thisunit. Refer to

S/W control (rear output and subwoofer setting) on page 20.

The subwoofer output of this unit is monaural.

Power amp (sold separately)

Perform these connections when using the optional amplifier.

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1 System remote control

Connect to Blue/white cable.

2 Power amp (sold separately) 3 Connect with RCA cables (sold separately) 4 To Rear output 5 Rear speaker 6 To Front output 7 Front speaker 8 To subwoofer output 9 Subwoofer

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Installation

Important

! Check all connections and systems before

final installation.

! Do not use unauthorized parts as this may

cause malfunctions.

! Consult your dealer if installation requires

drilling of holes or other modifications to the vehicle.

! Do not install this unit where:

— it may interfere with operation of the vehicle. — it may cause injury to a passenger as a result

of a sudden stop.

! The semiconductor laser will be damaged if

it overheats. Install this unit away from hot places such as near the heater outlet.

! Optimum performance is obtained when the

unit is installed at an angle of less than 60°.

60°

! When installing, to ensure proper heat dis-

persal when using this unit, make sure you leave ample space behind the rear panel and wrap any loose cables so they are not blocking the vents.

Leave ample

5 cm

space

5 cm

DIN front/rear mount

This unit can be properly installed using either front-mount or rear-mount installation. Use commercially available parts when installing.

DIN Front-mount

1 Insert the mounting sleeve into the dashboard.

For installation in shallow spaces, use the supplied mounting sleeve. If there is enoughspace, use the mounting sleeve that came with the vehicle.

2 Secure the mounting sleeve by using a screwdriver to bend the metal tabs (90°) into place.

1 Dashboard 2 Mounting sleeve

# Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. An unstable installation may cause skipping or other malfunctions.

DIN Rear-mount

1 Determine the appropriate position where the holes on the bracket and the side of the unit match.

2 Tighten two screws on each side.

1 Screw 2 Mounting bracket 3 Dashboard or console

! Use either truss (5 mm × 8 mm) or flush sur-

face (5 mm × 9 mm) screws, depending on the bracket screw holes.

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Installation

Removing the unit

1 Remove the trim ring.

1 Trim ring 2 Notched tab

! Releasing the front panel allows easier ac-

cess to thetrim ring.

! When reattaching the trim ring, point the

side with the notched tab down.

2 Insert the supplied extraction keys into both sides of the unit until they click into place.

3 Pull the unit out of the dashboard.

Removing and re-attaching the front panel

You can remove the front panel to protect your unit from theft. Press the detach button and push the front panel upward and pull it toward you. For details, referto Removing the front panel to

protect your unit from theft and Re-attaching the front panel on page 5.

Securing the front panel

The front panel can be secured with the supplied screw.

1 Screw

Installing the microphone

Only for DEH-X8500BH and DEH-X8500BS

CAUTION

It is extremely dangerous to allow the microphone lead to become wound around the steering column or shift lever. Be sure to install the unit in such a way that it will not obstruct driving.

Note

Install the microphone in a position and orientation that will enable it to pick up the voice of the person operating the system.

When installing the microphone on the sun visor

1 Fit the microphone lead into the groove.

1 Microphone lead 2 Groove

2 Install the microphone clip on the sun visor.

With the sun visor up, install the microphone clip. (Lowering the sun visor reduces the voice recognition rate.)

1 Microphone clip 2 Clamp

Use separately sold clamps to secure the lead where necessary inside the vehicle.

When installing the microphone on the steering column

1 Detach the microphone base from the microphone clip.

To detach the microphone base from the microphone clip, slide the microphone base.

1 Microphone 2 Microphone clip 3 Microphone base

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2 Install the microphone on the steering column.

1 Double-sided tape 2 Install the microphone on the rear side of the

steering column.

3 Clamp

Use separately sold clamps to secure the lead where necessary inside the vehicle.

Adjusting the microphone angle

The microphone angle can be adjusted.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Cause Action

The display automatically returns to the ordinary display.

The repeat play range changes unexpectedly.

A subfolder is not played back.

NO XXXX appears when a display is changed (NO TITLE, for example).

The unit is malfunctioning. There is interference.

You did not perform any operation within about 30 seconds.

Depending on the repeat play range, the selected range may change when another folder or track is being selected or during fast forwarding/reversing.

Subfolders cannot be played when Folder re- peat (folder repeat) is selected.

There is no embedded text information.

No text information can be obtained.

You are using a device, such as a cellular phone, that may cause audible interference.

Perform operation again.

Select the repeat play range again.

Select another repeat play range.

Switch the display or play another track/file.

! Switch the broadcast station. ! Operate this unit in areas with get good reception condition.

Move electrical devices that may be causing the interference away from the unit.

Symptom Cause Action

The sound from the Bluetooth audio source is not played back.

There is a call in progress on a Bluetooth connected cellular phone.

A Bluetooth connected cellular phone is currently being operated.

A call was made with a Bluetooth connected cellular phone and then immediately terminated. As a result, communication between this unit and the cellular phone was not terminated properly.

The sound will be played back when the call is terminated.

Do not use the cellular phone at this time.

Reconnect the Bluetooth connection between this unit and the cellular phone.

Error messages

When you contact your dealer or your nearest Pioneer Service Center, be sure to note the error message.

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Additional information

Common

Message Cause Action

AMP ERROR This unit fails to

CD player

Message Cause Action

ERROR-07, 11, 12, 17, 30

ERROR-10, 11, 12, 15, 17, 30, A0

ERROR-15 The inserted

ERROR-23 Unsupported

FORMAT READ

operate or the speaker connection is incorrect; the protective circuit is activated.

The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. The disc is

scratched. There is an elec-

trical or mechanical error.

disc is blank.

CD format. Sometimes

there is a delay between the start of playback and when you start to hear any sound.

Check the speaker connection. If the message fails to disappear even after the engine is switched off/on, contact your dealer or an authorized Pioneer Service Station for assistance.

Replace the disc.

Turn the ignition switch OFF and back ON, or switch to a different source, then back to the CD player.

Replace the disc.

Wait until the message disappears and you hear sound.

Message Cause Action

NO AUDIO The inserted

SKIPPED The inserted

PROTECT All the files on

USB storage device/iPod

Message Cause Action

NO DEVICE No USB storage

FORMAT READ

NO AUDIO There are no

disc does not contain any playable files.

disc contains DRM protected files.

the inserted disc are embedded with DRM.

device or iPod is connected.

Sometimes there is a delay between the start of playback and when you start to hear any sound.

songs.

The connected USB storage device has security enabled.

Replace the disc.

Connect a compatible USB storage device/iPod.

Wait until the message disappears and you hear sound.

Transfer the audio files to the USB storage device and connect.

Follow the USB storage device instructions to disable the security.

Message Cause Action

SKIPPED The connected

PROTECT All the files in

NOT COMPATIBLE

CHECK USB The USB con-

USB storage device contains files embedded with Windows Mediaä DRM 9/

10.

the USB storage device are embedded with Windows Media DRM 9/10.

The USB device connected to is not supported by this unit.

Non-compatible iPod

nector or USB cable has shortcircuited.

Play an audio file not embedded with Windows Media DRM 9/10.

Transfer audio files not embedded with Windows Media DRM 9/10 to the USB storage device and connect.

! Connect a USB Mass Storage Class compliant device. ! Disconnect your device and replace it with a compatible USB storage device.

Disconnect your device and replace it with a compatible iPod.

Check that the USB connector or USB cable is not caught in something or damaged.

Message Cause Action

CHECK USB The connected

CHECK USB The iPod oper-

USB storage device consumes more than maximum allowable current.

ates correctly but does not charge.

Disconnect the USB storage device and do not use it. Turn the ignition switch to OFF, then to ACC or ON and then connect only compliant USB storage devices.

Make sure the connection cable for the iPod has not shorted out (e.g., not caught in metal objects). After checking, turn the ignition switch OFF and back ON, or disconnect the iPod and reconnect.

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Additional information

Message Cause Action

ERROR-19 Communication

ERROR-23 USB storage de-

ERROR-16 The iPod firm-

STOP There are no

failed.

iPod failure. Disconnect the

vice was not formatted with FAT12, FAT16 or FAT32.

ware version is old.

iPod failure. Disconnect the

songs in the current list.

Perform one of the following operations. –Turn the ignition switch OFF and back ON. –Disconnect the USB storage device. –Change to a different source. Then, return to the USB source.

cable from the iPod. Once the iPod’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the iPod and reset it.

USB storage device should be formatted with FAT12, FAT16 or FAT32.

Update the iPod version.

cable from the iPod. Once the iPod’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the iPod and reset it.

Select a list that contains songs.

Message Cause Action

Not found No related

Bluetooth device

Message Cause Action

ERROR-10 The power failed

Pandora

Message Cause Action

ERROR-19 Communication

Start up the Pandora Application

Can’t operate

songs.

for the Bluetooth module of thisunit.

failed.

The Pandora application has not started running yet.

The operation was disabled.

Transfer songs to the iPod.

Turn the ignition switch OFF and then to ACC or ON. If the error message is still displayed after performing the above action, please contact your dealer or an authorized Pioneer Service Station.

Disconnect the cable from the iPod. Once the iPod’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the iPod and reset it.

Start up the Pandora application from your iPhone.

Run the same command for another track.

Message Cause Action

Try again later

MAINTENANCE

Skip limit reached

Check Application

Check Device Device error

No Available Station

No Active Stations

No BT device.Go to BT MENU to register.

BT error. Press BAND key to retry.

Communications failed.

Pandora system is undergoing maintenance.

Skip limit reached.

This version of the Pandora application is not supported.

message displayed in Pandora application. Unable to play music from Pandora.

No station found.

No station selected.

No Bluetooth device found.

Bluetooth connection failed.

Try again later.

Do not exceed the skip limit.

Connect an iPhone that has a compatible version of the Pandora application installed.

Please check your iPhone.

Create a station in the Pandora application on your iPhone.

Select a station.

Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

Message Cause Action

Start up Pandora. Press BAND key to retry.

Check Pandora. Press BAND key to retry.

Disconnected.Press BAND key to retry.

Apps

Message Cause Action

No BT device.Go to BT MENU to register.

BT error. Press BAND key to retry.

Check your App.Press BAND key to retry.

Start up and play your Application.

Connection to the Pandora application failed.

Bluetooth connection lost.

No Bluetooth device found.

Bluetooth connection failed.

Connection to the application failed.

The application has not started running yet.

Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

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Additional information

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Message Cause Action

Check Antenna

Check Tuner The SiriusXM

No Signal The SiriusXM

The antenna connection is incorrect.

Connect Vehicle Tuner connection is incorrect.

Connect Vehicle Tuner is having difficulty receiving the SiriusXM satellite signal.

Check the antenna connection. If the message fails to disappear even after the engine is switched off/on, contact your dealer or an authorized Pioneer Service Station for assistance.

Check the tuner connection. If the message fails to disappear even after the engine is switched off/on, contact your dealer or an authorized Pioneer Service Station for assistance.

! Verify that your vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of thesouthern sky. ! Verify that the SiriusXM magnetic mount antenna is mounted on a metal surface on the outside the vehicle. ! Move the SiriusXM antenna away from any obstructions.

Message Cause Action

Subscription Updated -

Not Available

Not Subscribed

Channel Locked

This unit has detected a change in your SiriusXM subscription status.

The channel that you have requested is not a valid SiriusXM channel.

The channel that you have requested is not included in your SiriusXM subscription package.

Locked by the radio Parental Control feature.

Press any keys to clear the message.

Check the SiriusXM channel lineup.

Check the content of your SiriusXM subscription package.

Release the channel lock.

Handling guidelines

Discs and player

Use only discs thatfeature either of the following two logos.

Use 12-cm discs. Do not use 8-cm discs or an adapter for 8-cm discs.

Use only conventional, fully circular discs. Do not use shaped discs.

Do not insert anything other than a CD into the disc loading slot.

Do not use cracked, chipped, warped, or otherwise damaged discsas they may damage the player.

Unfinalized CD-R/RW discs cannot be played back.

Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs.

Store discs in their cases when not in use.

Do not attach labels, write on or apply chemicals to the surface of the discs.

To clean a CD, wipe the disc with a soft cloth outward from thecenter.

Condensation may temporarily impair the player ’s performance. Let it rest for about one hour to adjust to a warmer temperature. Also, wipe any damp discs off witha soft cloth.

Playback of discs may not be possible because of disc characteristics, disc format, recorded application, playback environment, storage conditions, and so on.

Road shocks may interrupt disc playback.

Read the precautions for discs before using them.

When using discs that can be printed on label surfaces, check the instructions and the warnings of the discs. Depending on the discs, inserting and ejecting may not be possible. Using such discs may result in damage to this equipment.

Do not attach commercially available labels or other materials to the discs. ! The discs may warp making the disc unplay-

able.

! The labels may come off during playback and

prevent ejection of thediscs, which may result in damage to the equipment.

USB storage device

Address any questions youhave about your USB storage device to the manufacturer of the device.

Connections via USB hub are not supported.

Do not connect anything other than a USB storage device.

Firmly secure the USB storage device when driving. Do not let the USB storage device fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or accelerator pedal.

Depending on the USB storage device, the following problems may occur.

! Operations may vary. ! The storage device may not be recognized. ! Files may not be played back properly. ! The device may cause audible interference

when you are listening to the radio.

iPod

To ensure proper operation, connect the dock connector cable from the iPod directly to this unit.

Firmly secure the iPod when driving. Do not let the iPod fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under thebrake or accelerator pedal.

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