Pioneer FH P8800 User Manual

Multi-CD control DSP High power CD Cassette  
player with FM/AM tuner  
Syntoniseur FM/AM-CD-cassette, puissante  
amplification, contrôleur DSP pour lecteur CD à chargeur  
Operation Manual  
FH-P8800  
Mode d’emploi  
Audio Adjustment .................................... 35  
CD Player and Care .................................. 51  
Entering the Audio Menu ................................ 35  
Audio Menu Functions .................................... 35  
Precaution ........................................................ 51  
Built-in CD Player’s Error Message .............. 51  
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Balance Adjustment (FADER)  
Subwoofer Output (SUB.W)  
Subwoofer Setting Adjustment (80Hz)  
Loudness Adjustment (LOUD)  
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Cassette Player and Care ...................... 52  
Precaution ........................................................ 52  
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About the Cassette Player  
About Cassette Tapes  
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Source Level Adjustment (SLA)  
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Cleaning the Head .......................................... 52  
Using the Digital Signal  
Processor (DSP) ................................ 38  
Specifications .......................................... 53  
Entering the DSP Menu .................................. 38  
DSP Menu Functions ...................................... 38  
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Graphic Equalizer  
Recalling the Equalizer Curves  
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13-Band Graphic Equalizer Adjustment  
Position Selector .............................................. 40  
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About the Position Indicator  
Setting the Listening Position (POSITION)  
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Auto-equalizing Function ................................ 41  
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Before Operating the Auto-equalization  
Auto-equalizing  
Error Cords of Auto-equalizing Function  
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Initial Setting ............................................ 45  
Entering the Initial Setting Menu .................... 45  
Initial Setting Menu Functions ........................ 46  
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Setting the Time  
Setting the Calender  
Setting the Clock Display (CLOCK)  
Switching the AUX Mode (AUX)  
Setting the Dimmer (DIMMER)  
Selecting the Digital Attenuator (DIG.ATT)  
Selecting the Contrast (CONTRAST)  
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Other Functions ........................................ 49  
Volume Attenuator .......................................... 49  
Switching the Display .................................... 49  
About the Demonstration Mode ...................... 49  
Using the AUX Source .................................... 50  
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Selecting the AUX Source  
AUX Title Input  
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Cellular Telephone Muting ............................ 50  
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your  
musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your  
equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer  
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.  
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear 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 what sounds “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.  
To establish a safe level:  
Start your volume control at a low setting.  
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distor-  
tion.  
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:  
Set the dial and leave it there.  
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all,  
we want you listening for a lifetime.  
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime  
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since  
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the  
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid pro-  
longed exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.  
Decibel  
Level  
Example  
30  
40  
50  
60  
70  
80  
Quiet library, soft whispers  
Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic  
Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office  
Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine  
Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant  
Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.  
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE  
90  
100  
120  
140  
180  
Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower  
Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill  
Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap  
Gunshot blast, jet plane  
Rocket launching pad  
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.  
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Key Finder  
Head Unit (Close)  
Disc loading slot  
SOURCE button  
TAPE EJECT button  
CD EJECT button  
ATTENUATOR button  
ANGLE buttons  
5//2/3 buttons  
AUDIO button  
FUNCTION button  
VOLUME  
LOUDNESS button  
DISPLAY button  
DSP button  
BAND button  
SCROLL button  
Head Unit (Open)  
Operate buttons 1 to 6 after opening the front panel.  
Refer to page 10 for details on how to open the front panel.  
Cassette loading slot  
Buttons 1 to 3  
Buttons 4 to 6  
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Key Finder  
Remote Controller  
A remote controller that enables remote operation of the head unit is supplied. Operation is  
the same as when using buttons on the head unit.  
ATT button  
This lets you quickly lower volume level (by about 90%).  
Press once more to return to the original volume level.  
VOLUME button  
5/buttons  
DSP button  
BAND button  
FUNCTION button  
AUDIO button  
2/3 buttons  
CD button  
Press once to  
select a CD.  
TUNER button  
Press once to  
select a tuner.  
Cassette button  
Press once to  
select a cassette.  
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Remote Controller and Care  
Using the Remote Controller  
This product is equipped with a remote controller for convenient operation.  
• Point the remote controller in the direction of the front panel to operate.  
• When the remote controller is not in use, attach it firmly to the provided Mounting base.  
Precaution:  
Do not store the remote controller in high temperatures or direct sunlight.  
The remote controller may not function properly in direct sunlight.  
Do not let the remote controller fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or  
accelerator pedal.  
If you press the FUNCTION button on the remote controller while pressing the BAND button on it,  
the remote controller will not function properly. To cancel this setting, press the AUDIO button on  
the remote controller while pressing the BAND button on it to return to the previous setting.  
Batteries  
• Remove the cover on the back of the remote controller and insert the batter-  
ies with the (+) and (–) poles pointing in the proper direction.  
Precaution:  
Use only AAA or IEC R03 1.5 V batteries.  
Remove the batteries if the remote controller is not used for a month or longer.  
Do not attempt to recharge the supplied batteries.  
Do not mix new and used batteries.  
If the event of battery leakage, wipe the remote controller completely clean and install new batter-  
ies.  
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Before Using This Product  
About This Product  
The tuner frequencies on this product are allocated for use in North America. Use in other  
areas may result in improper reception.  
About This Manual  
This product features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and  
operation. All are designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory.  
This operation manual is intended to help you benefit fully from their potential and to  
maximize your listening enjoyment.  
We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the functions and their operation by  
reading through the manual before you begin using this product. It is especially important  
that you read and observe the “Precaution” on page 8 and in other sections.  
This manual explains head unit operation. You can perform the same operations with the  
remote controller. The remote controller enables one-touch source changing, a function not  
provided on the head unit.  
About Display Indications  
This product’s display indications differ depending on whether the front panel is open or  
closed.  
In this manual, all display indication examples are when the front panel is open.  
Important  
The serial number of this device is located on the bottom of this product. For your own  
security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.  
Resetting the Microprocessor  
The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions:  
When using this product for the first time after installation.  
When the product fails to operate properly.  
When strange (incorrect) messages appear on the display.  
• To reset the microprocessor, press the RESET button on the head unit with a  
pen tip or other pointed instrument.  
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Precaution  
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PERFOR-  
MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPEC-  
IFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIA-  
TION EXPOSURE.  
CAUTION:  
THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS  
PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.  
• Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions.  
• Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible.  
• Protect the product from moisture.  
• If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be repro-  
grammed.  
After-sales Service for Pioneer Products  
Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased the product for its 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 product to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair  
without advance contact.  
7 CANADA  
Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
DEPARTMENT  
7 U.S.A.  
Pioneer Electronics Service, Inc.  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
DEPARTMENT  
300 Allstate Parkway,  
Markham, Ontario L3R 0P2  
(905) 479-4411  
P.O. Box 1760  
Long Beach, CA 90801  
800-421-1404  
1-877-283-5901  
For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.  
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Basic Operation  
To Listen to Music  
The following explains the initial operations required before you can listen to music.  
Note:  
Loading a disc in this product. (Refer to page 12.)  
Loading a cassette tape in this product. (Refer to page 13.)  
1. Select the desired source (e.g. Tuner).  
Each press changes the Source ...  
7 Head Unit  
Each press of the SOURCE button selects the desired source in the following order:  
Built-in CD player = Tuner = Cassette player = Multi-CD player =  
External Unit = AUX  
7 Remote Controller  
Each press of the button selects the desired source in the following order:  
CD button  
: Built-in CD player = Multi-CD player = Sources OFF  
Cassette button : Cassette player = AUX = Sources OFF  
TUNER button : Tuner = Sources OFF  
Note:  
External Unit refers to a Pioneer product (such as one available in the future) that, although incom-  
patible as a source, enables control of basic functions by this product. Only one External Unit can  
be controlled by this product.  
In the following cases, the sound source will not change:  
* When this product corresponding to each source is not connected to this product.  
* No disc is set in this product.  
* No tape is set in this product.  
* No magazine is set in the Multi-CD player.  
* AUX (external input) is set to OFF. (Refer to page 47.)  
When this product’s blue lead is connected to the car’s Auto-antenna relay control terminal, the  
car’s Auto-antenna extends when this product’s source is selected the tuner. To retract the antenna,  
switch the sources other than tuner.  
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2. Raise or lower the volume.  
Rolling the VOLUME changes the volume  
level.  
Note:  
Roll clockwise if you raise the volume level.  
Roll counterclockwise if you lower the volume level.  
3. Turn the source OFF.  
Hold for 1 second  
Setting the Display Angle  
You can adjust front panel angle for easier operation. Operate buttons 1 to 6 after opening  
the front panel.  
• Select the desired angle.  
Each press changes the angle.  
WARNING:  
Do not use with the front panel left open. If you do leave it open, it may result in injury in the event  
of an accident.  
Be careful not to catch your finger in the front panel when it is opening or closing.  
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Basic Operation  
Basic Operation of Tuner  
Manual and Seek Tuning  
• You can select the tuning method by changing the length of time you  
press the 2/3 button.  
Manual Tuning (step by step)  
Seek Tuning  
0.5 seconds or less  
0.5 seconds or more  
Note:  
If you continue pressing the button for longer than 0.5 seconds, you can skip broadcasting sta-  
tions. Seek Tuning starts as soon as you release the button.  
Stereo indicator “” lights when a stereo station is selected.  
Band Indicator Preset Number Indicator Frequency Indicator  
Preset Tuning  
• You can memorize broadcast stations in buttons  
1 through 6 for easy, one-touch station recall.  
Band  
F1 (FM1) = F2 (FM2)  
= F3 (FM3) = AM  
Preset station recall  
2 seconds or less  
2 seconds or more  
Broadcast station preset memory  
Note:  
Up to 18 FM stations (6 in F1 (FM1), F2 (FM2) and F3  
(FM3)) and 6 AM stations can be stored in memory.  
You can also use the 5 or buttons to recall broadcast  
stations memorized in buttons 1 through 6.  
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Basic Operation of Built-in CD Player  
Eject  
Note:  
The CD function can be turned  
ON/OFF with the disc remaining in  
this product. (Refer to page 9.)  
A disc left partially inserted after  
ejection may incur damage or fall out.  
Disc Loading Slot  
The Built-in CD player plays one standard  
12 cm or 8 cm (single) CD at a time. Do  
not use an adapter when playing 8 cm CD.  
Track Number Indicator  
Play Time Indicator  
Track Search and Fast Forward/Reverse  
• You can select between Track Search or Fast forward/Reverse by pressing  
the 2/3 button for a different length of time.  
Track Search  
0.5 seconds or less  
Continue pressing  
Fast forward/Reverse  
Note:  
If a disc cannot be inserted fully or playback fails, make sure the recorded side is down. Push the  
CD EJECT button and check the disc for damage before reinserting it.  
If a CD is inserted with the recorded side up, it will be ejected automatically after a few moments.  
If the Built-in CD player cannot operate properly, an error message (such as “ERROR-14”)  
appears on the display. Refer to “Built-in CD Player’s Error Message” on page 51.  
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Basic Operation  
Basic Operation of Cassette Player  
Note:  
Be sure to close the front panel after loading or ejecting a cassette.  
Open/Eject  
Press the TAPE EJECT button, and the front panel opens, then the  
tape is ejected.  
When a cassette tape is not inserted, by pressing the TAPE  
EJECT button, you can open or close the front panel alternately.  
Note:  
The Tape function can be turned ON/OFF with the cassette tape  
remaining in this product. (Refer to page 9.)  
Direction Indicator  
Direction Change  
Play Time Indicator  
Note:  
The continuous playback time count starts at “00'00''at the following times.  
* When a tape is inserted.  
* When the tape direction is changed.  
* When you rewind the tape side currently playing back to the beginning.  
The continuous playback time count is halted when fast-forwarding/rewinding  
and while the Music Search function is operating.  
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Fast Forward/Rewind and Music Search  
• Each press of the 3 button selects Fast Forward or Forward-Music Search.  
FF (Fast Forward) = F-MS (Forward-Music Search) = Normal Playback  
• Each press of the 2 button selects Rewind-Music Search.  
REW (Rewind) = R-MS (Rewind-Music Search) = Normal Playback  
Note:  
Fast Forward/Rewind and Music Search can be canceled by pressing the BAND button.  
Cassette Loading Slot  
If a cassette tape is inserted, the front panel is closed automatically.  
Note:  
Indicator “MTL” lights when a metal or chrome tape is inserted.  
Nothing is displayed for a normal tape.  
WARNING:  
Do not use with the front panel left open. If you do leave it open, it  
may result in injury in the event of an accident.  
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Basic Operation  
Basic Operation of Multi-CD Player  
This product can control a Multi-CD player (sold separately).  
Track Search and Fast Forward/Reverse  
• You can select between Track Search or  
Fast Forward/Reverse by pressing the  
2/3 button for a different length of time.  
Track Search  
0.5 seconds or less  
Continue pressing  
Fast forward/Reverse  
Disc Number Indicator  
Track Number Indicator Play Time Indicator  
Disc Search  
Disc Number Search (for 6-Disc, 12-Disc types)  
• You can select discs directly with the 1 to 6 buttons. Just press the number  
corresponding to the disc you want to listen to.  
Note:  
When a 12-Disc Multi-CD Player is connected and you want to select disc 7 to 12, press the 1 to 6  
buttons for 2 seconds or longer.  
Note:  
The Multi-CD player may perform a preparatory operation, such as verifying the presence of a disc  
or reading disc information, when the power is turned ON or a new disc is selected for playback.  
“READY” is displayed.  
If the Multi-CD player cannot operate properly, an error message such as “ERROR-14” is dis-  
played. Refer to the Multi-CD player owner’s manual.  
If there are no discs in the Multi-CD player magazine, “NO DISC” is displayed.  
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Corresponding Display Indications and Buttons  
This product’s display features Key Guidance Indicators. These light to indicate which of  
the 5//2/3, FUNCTION, AUDIO and DSP buttons you can use. When you’re in the  
Function Menu (refer to next section), Detailed Setting Menu (refer to page 19), Initial  
Setting Menu (refer to page 45), Audio Menu (refer to page 35) or DSP Menu (refer to  
page 38), they also make it easy to see which 5//2/3 buttons you can use to switch  
functions ON/OFF, switch repeat selections and perform other operations.  
Indicator and corresponding buttons are shown below.  
7 Head Unit  
7 Remote Controller  
7 Display  
z
z
v
2
4
v x  
c
x
c
1
3
When 1 is lit in the display, perform appropriate operations with the z buttons.  
When 2 is lit in the display, it indicates that you are in the Function Menu, Detailed  
Setting Menu or Initial Setting Menu. You can switch between each of these menus and  
between different modes in the menus using button x on the head unit or remote con-  
troller.  
When 3 is lit in the display, it indicates you are in the Audio Menu. You can switch  
between modes in the Audio Menu using button c on the head unit or remote controller.  
When 4 is lit in the display, it indicates you are in the DSP Menu. You can switch  
between modes in the DSP Menu using button v on the head unit or remote controller.  
Note:  
The Key Guidance Indicators are displayed only when the front panel is open. In this manual, all  
display indication examples are when the front panel is open.  
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Basic Operation  
Entering the Function Menu  
The Function Menu lets you operate simple functions for each source.  
Note:  
After entering the Function Menu, if you do not perform an operation within about 30 seconds, the  
Function Menu is automatically canceled.  
1. Select the desired mode in the Function Menu. (Refer to next section  
“Function Menu Functions”.)  
Each press changes the Mode ...  
2. Operate a mode. (e.g. Repeat Play)  
The button used and the operation it performs are  
indicated by the key guidance indicator. Press the  
5 button to switch the key guidance indicator ON,  
and the button to switch it OFF.  
3. Cancel the Function Menu.  
Function Menu Functions  
The following chart shows functions for each source in the Function Menu.  
The chart also shows indications for each function, operations and buttons used to perform  
operations. For more details, or when you want to know about an operation, refer to the  
page number indicated in the chart.  
7 Tuner  
Function name (Display)  
Button: Operation  
Page  
Best Stations Memory (BSM)  
5:ON  
:OFF  
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Local Seek Tuning (LOCAL)  
1 5:ON  
21  
3 :OFF  
2 2 or 3:Select (Sensitivity)  
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7 Built-in CD Player  
Function name (Display)  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
Button: Operation  
Page  
5:ON  
:OFF  
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Random Play (RANDOM)  
Scan Play (T.SCAN)  
5:ON  
22  
23  
23  
24  
:OFF  
5:ON  
:OFF  
5:ON  
:OFF  
5 or :Select  
(Sound Quality Function)  
Pause (PAUSE)  
Compression and DBE (COMP/DBE)  
7 Cassette Player  
Function name (Display)  
Button : Operation  
Page  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
5:ON  
:OFF  
25  
Scan Play (SCAN)  
Blank Skip (B.SKIP)  
Radio Intercept (RI)  
Dolby B NR (B NR)  
5:ON  
25  
25  
26  
26  
:OFF  
5:ON  
:OFF  
3:ON  
2:OFF  
3:ON  
2:OFF  
7 Multi-CD Player  
Function name (Display)  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
Button: Operation  
Page  
27  
2 or 3:Select (Play range)  
Selecting Discs by  
Disc Title List (TITLE LIST)  
1 2 or 3:Select (Disc Title)  
2 5:Play  
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Random Play (RANDOM)  
5:ON  
27  
28  
29  
28  
33  
:OFF  
Scan Play (SCAN)  
5:ON  
:OFF  
5:ON  
:OFF  
5:ON  
:OFF  
5 or :Select  
(Sound Quality Function)  
ITS Play (ITS.PLAY)  
Pause (PAUSE)  
Compression and DBE (COMP/DBE)  
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Basic Operation  
Entering the Detailed Setting Menu  
In the Detailed Setting Menu, you can operate convenient, complex functions for each  
source.  
1. Enter the Detailed Setting Menu.  
Hold for 2 seconds  
2. Select the desired mode. (Refer to next section “Detailed Setting Menu  
Functions”.)  
Each press changes the Mode ...  
3. Operate a mode.  
4. Cancel the Detailed Setting Menu.  
Note:  
You can cancel the Detailed Setting Menu by pressing the FUNCTION button again for 2 seconds  
or more.  
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Detailed Setting Menu Functions  
The following chart shows functions for each source in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
The chart also shows indications for each function, operations and buttons used to perform  
operations. For more details, or when you want to know about an operation, refer to the  
page number indicated in the chart.  
7 Built-in CD Player  
Function name (Display)  
Button: Operation  
Page  
Disc Title Input (TITLE IN)  
1 5 or :Select (Letter)  
2 2 or 3:Select (Position)  
3 3:Memory  
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7 Multi-CD Player  
Function name (Display)  
Button: Operation  
Page  
Disc Title Input (TITLE IN)  
1 5 or :Select (Letter)  
2 2 or 3:Select (Position)  
3 3:Memory  
31  
ITS Programming (ITS)  
5:Memory  
29  
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Tuner Operation  
Local Seek Tuning (LOCAL)  
When Local mode is ON, you can only select broadcast stations providing strong recep-  
tion.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Local mode (LOCAL) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Local ON/OFF with  
the 5/buttons.  
“LOC”  
3. Select the desired Local Seek  
sensitivity with the 2/3 but-  
tons.  
FM  
AM  
: LOCAL 1 Ô LOCAL 2 Ô LOCAL 3 Ô LOCAL 4  
: LOCAL 1 Ô LOCAL 2  
Note:  
The LOCAL 4 setting allows reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you  
receive progressively weaker stations.  
Best Stations Memory (BSM)  
The BSM (Best Stations Memory) function stores stations in memory automatically.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the BSM mode (BSM) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the BSM ON with the 5  
button.  
The stations with the strongest sig-  
nals will be stored under buttons 1 to  
6 and in order of their signal strength.  
• To cancel the process, press the  
button in the Function Menu  
before memorization is com-  
plete.  
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Using the Built-in CD Player  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
Repeat Play plays the same track repeatedly.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Repeat mode (REPEAT) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch Repeat Play ON/OFF  
with the 5/buttons.  
“RPT”  
Note:  
If you perform Track Search or Fast forward/Reverse, Repeat Play is automatically canceled.  
Random Play (RANDOM)  
Random Play plays the tracks on a CD in random order for variety.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Random mode (RANDOM) in  
the Function Menu.  
2. Switch Random Play ON/OFF  
with the 5/buttons.  
“RDM”  
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Using the Built-in CD Player  
Scan Play (T.SCAN)  
Scan Play plays the first 10 seconds or so of each track on a CD in succession.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Scan mode (T.SCAN) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Scan Play ON with  
the 5 button.  
“SCAN”  
3. When you find the desired  
track, cancel scan play with the  
button.  
If the Function Menu is automatical-  
ly canceled at this time, select the  
Scan mode in the Function Menu  
once more.  
Note:  
Scan Play is canceled automatically after all the tracks on a disc have been scanned.  
Pause (PAUSE)  
Pause pauses the currently playing track.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Pause mode (PAUSE) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Pause ON/OFF with  
the 5/buttons.  
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Compression and DBE (COMP/DBE)  
Using the COMP (Compression) and DBE (Dynamic Bass Emphasis) functions enables  
Built-in CD player sound quality adjustment. Each of the functions enables two-step  
adjustment.  
7 COMP  
7 DBE  
The COMP (Compression) function  
DBE (Dynamic Bass Emphasis) boosts  
bass levels to give a fuller sound.  
adjusts imbalances between loud and  
subdued sounds at higher volumes.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the COMP/DBE Switching mode  
(COMP/DBE) in the Function Menu.  
2. Select the desired mode with  
the 5/buttons.  
COMP OFF = COMP 1 = COMP 2  
= COMP OFF = DBE 1 = DBE 2  
“CMP”  
Disc Title Input (TITLE IN)  
You can input up to 48 disc titles for CDs in the Built-in CD player. (Refer to “Disc Title  
Input” on page 31 under “Using Multi-CD Players”.)  
Note:  
After the title for 48 discs have been entered, data for a new disc will overwrite the oldest one.  
If you connect a Multi-CD player, you can input disc titles for up to 100 discs.  
When playing a CD TEXT disc on this product, you cannot switch to this mode.  
A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as Disc Title, Artist Name and  
Track Title.  
Displaying Disc Title  
You can display the currently playing Disc Title. (Refer to “Displaying Disc Title” on page  
32 under “Using Multi-CD Players”.)  
CD TEXT Function  
You can use these functions when playing a CD TEXT disc on the Built-in CD player.  
(Refer to “CD TEXT Function” on page 33 under “Using Multi-CD Players”.)  
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Using the Cassette Player  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
The repeat mode lets you hear the same song over again.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Repeat mode (REPEAT) in  
the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Repeat Play  
ON/OFF with the 5/buttons.  
“RPT”  
Scan Play (SCAN)  
This function plays approximately the first 10 seconds of each song in succession. This is  
useful for finding a particular song you want to hear.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Scan mode (SCAN) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Scan Play ON with  
the 5 button.  
“SCAN”  
3. When you hear the song you  
are looking for, cancel the Scan  
Play with the button.  
If the Function Menu is automatical-  
ly canceled at this time, select the  
Scan mode in the Function Menu  
once more.  
Blank Skip (B.SKIP)  
This function fast-forwards to the next song automatically if there is a long period of  
silence (12 seconds or longer) between songs.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Blank Skip mode (B.SKIP) in  
the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Blank Skip ON/OFF  
with the 5/buttons.  
“B.SKIP”  
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Radio Intercept (RI)  
This function allows you to listen to the radio during tape fast-forwarding/rewinding.  
Note:  
The radio intercept function does not work during a Music Search operation.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Radio Intercept switching  
mode (RI) in the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Radio Intercept  
ON/OFF with the 2/3 buttons.  
“RI”  
Dolby B NR (B NR)  
Switch to the Dolby B NR on when listening to a cassette recorded with Dolby B NR.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Dolby B NR mode (B NR) in  
the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Dolby B NR  
ON/OFF with the 2/3 buttons.  
B”  
Note:  
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
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Using Multi-CD Players  
Repeat Play (REPEAT)  
There are three repeat play ranges: One-track Repeat, Disc Repeat and Multi-CD player  
Repeat. Default repeat play range is Multi-CD player Repeat.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Repeat Selecting mode  
(REPEAT) in the Function Menu.  
2
Select the desired repeat play  
range with the 2/3 buttons.  
Multi-CD player Repeat (“MCD” is  
displayed) = One-track Repeat  
(“TRK” is displayed and “RPT” indi-  
cator lights) = Disc Repeat (“DSC” is  
displayed and “DISC” indicator lights)  
Note:  
If you select other discs during the repeat play, the repeat play range changes to Multi-CD player  
Repeat.  
If you perform Track Search or Fast Forward/Reverse during One-track Repeat, the repeat play  
range changes to Disc Repeat.  
Random Play (RANDOM)  
Tracks are played at random within the selected repeat play range as explained in “Repeat  
Play” above.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Random mode (RANDOM) in  
the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Random Play  
ON/OFF with the 5/∞  
buttons.  
After selecting the desired repeat  
play range from those referred to in  
“RDM”  
“Repeat Play” above, switch Multi-  
CD Player Random Play ON.  
Note:  
One-track Repeat changes to the Disc Repeat when you switch the Random Play ON.  
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Scan Play (SCAN)  
In the Disc Repeat, the beginning of each track on the selected disc is scanned for about 10  
seconds. In the Multi-CD player Repeat, the beginning of the first track on each disc is  
scanned for about 10 seconds.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Scan mode (SCAN) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Scan Play ON with  
the 5 button.  
After selecting the desired repeat play  
range from those referred to in  
“Repeat Play” on page 27, switch  
“SCAN”  
Multi-CD Player Scan Play ON.  
3. When you find the desired  
track (or disc), cancel the Scan  
Play with the button.  
If the Function Menu is automatical-  
ly canceled at this time, select the  
Scan mode in the Function Menu  
once more.  
Display  
T.SCAN  
D.SCAN  
Play range  
Disc Repeat  
Multi-CD player Repeat  
Note:  
Scan Play is canceled automatically after all the tracks or discs have been scanned.  
One-track Repeat changes to the Disc Repeat when you switch the Scan Play ON.  
Pause (PAUSE)  
Pause pauses the currently playing track.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Pause mode (PAUSE) in the  
Function Menu.  
2. Switch the Pause ON/OFF with  
the 5/buttons.  
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Using Multi-CD Players  
ITS (Instant Track Selection)  
The ITS function allows you to search for the track you wish to play when a Multi-CD  
player is installed. You can use ITS to program automatic playback of up to 24 tracks per  
disc from up to 100 discs. (You can store ITS program and Disc Title data for up to 100  
discs in memory.)  
ITS Programming (ITS)  
Programmed tracks are played within the selected repeat play range in the “Repeat Play”  
on page 27.  
1. Play the track you wish to program.  
2. Select the ITS Programming mode (ITS) in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
(Refer to page 19.)  
3. Program the desired track  
with the 5 button.  
Note:  
After 100 discs have been programmed, data for a new disc will overwrite the data for the disc that  
has not been played back for the longest time.  
ITS Play (ITS.PLAY)  
ITS play of tracks is performed within the play range explained in the “Repeat Play” sec-  
tion.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the ITS Play mode (ITS.PLAY)  
in the Function Menu.  
2. Switch the ITS play ON/OFF  
with the 5/buttons.  
After selecting the desired repeat  
play range from those referred to in  
“Repeat Play”on page 27, switch  
ITS play ON.  
Note:  
If no track in the current range is programmed for ITS play, “ITS EMPTY” is displayed.  
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Erase a Track Program  
1. Select the track you wish to erase, during ITS play.  
2. Select the ITS Programming mode (ITS) in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
(Refer to page 19.)  
3. Erase the track program with  
the button.  
ITS is canceled and playback of the  
next ITS-programmed track begins.  
If there are no more programmed  
tracks in the current range, “ITS  
EMPTY” is displayed and normal  
play resumes.  
Erase a Disc Program  
1. Select the disc you wish to erase, while the disc is playing.  
2. Select the ITS Programming mode (ITS) in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
(Refer to page 19.)  
3. Erase the disc program with  
the button.  
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Using Multi-CD Players  
Disc Title  
Disc Title Input (TITLE IN)  
You can input Titles up to 10 letters long for up to 100 discs. Using this function lets you  
easily search for and select a desired disc for play. (You can store ITS program and Disc  
Title data for up to 100 discs in memory.)  
1. Play the disc you wish to input the disc title.  
2. Select the Disc Title Input mode (TITLE IN) in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
(Refer to page 19.)  
Note:  
When playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible Multi-CD player, you cannot switch to  
this mode.  
A CD TEXT disc is a CD featuring recorded text information such as Disc Title, Artist Name and  
Track Title.  
3. Switch the desired character  
type with the button 1.  
Each press of button 1 changes the character type in the following order:  
Alphabet (Upper case), Numbers and Symbols = Alphabet (Lower case)  
Note:  
You can select to input the Numbers and Symbols by pressing button 2.  
4. Select letters, numbers and  
symbols with the 5/buttons.  
To insert a space, select the flashing  
cursor “_”.  
5. Move the box left and right  
with the 2/3 buttons.  
6. When you have completed title  
input, make the 10th letter  
flash, then memorize by press-  
ing the 3 button.  
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Note:  
Titles remain in memory, even after the disc has been removed from the magazine, and are recalled  
when the disc is reinserted.  
After the titles for 100 discs have been entered, data for a new disc will overwrite the data for the  
disc that has not been played back for the longest time.  
You can display the disc title of the disc currently playing. For details, refer to “Displaying Disc  
Title” on this page.  
Selecting Discs by Disc Title List (TITLE LIST)  
Follow the procedures below to play a disc for which you have input the title in a Multi-  
CD player or a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible Multi-CD player.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Disc Title List mode  
(TITLE LIST) in the Function Menu.  
2. Select the desired disc title  
with the 2/3 buttons.  
“NO D-TITLE” is displayed for disc  
whose titles have not been input.  
3. Play the selected disc with the  
5 button.  
Displaying Disc Title  
You can display the currently playing Disc Title.  
Note:  
You can also display the currently playing Disc Title when playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD  
TEXT compatible Multi-CD player.  
• Switch the Disc Title Display.  
Each press of the DISPLAY button  
changes the display in the following  
order:  
Playback mode (Play Time) = Disc Title = D.Artist (Disc Artist Name) = Track Title  
= T.Artist (Track Artist Name) = Clock = Calender = Entertainment  
Note:  
If you switch displays when disc titles have not been input, “NO D-TITLE” is displayed.  
If you select “D.Artist”, “Track Title” or “T.Artist”, “NO ~” (e.g. “NO TA-NAME”) is displayed.  
Refer to “Switching the Display” on page 49 for details on “Clock”, “Calender” and  
“Entertainment”.  
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Using Multi-CD Players  
Compression and DBE (COMP/DBE)  
Using the COMP (Compression) and DBE (Dynamic Bass Emphasis) functions enables  
Multi-CD player sound quality adjustment. Each of the functions enables two-step adjust-  
ment.  
COMP/DBE ON/OFF Switching  
7 COMP  
7 DBE  
The COMP (Compression) function  
DBE (Dynamic Bass Emphasis) boosts  
bass levels to give a fuller sound.  
adjusts imbalances between loud and  
subdued sounds at higher volumes.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the COMP/DBE Switching mode  
(COMP/DBE) in the Function Menu.  
2. Select the desired mode with  
the 5/buttons.  
COMP OFF = COMP 1 = COMP 2  
= COMP OFF = DBE 1 = DBE 2  
“CMP”  
CD TEXT Function (for CD TEXT compatible type)  
You can use these functions when playing a CD TEXT disc on a CD TEXT compatible  
Multi-CD player.  
Title Display Switching  
• Select the desired title display  
with the DISPLAY button.  
Each press of the DISPLAY button  
changes the display in the following  
order:  
Playback mode (Play Time) = Disc Title = D.Artist (Disc Artist Name) = Track Title  
= T.Artist (Track Artist Name) = Clock = Calender = Entertainment  
Note:  
If certain text information is not recorded on a CD TEXT disc, “NO ~” (e.g. “NO TRACK TITLE”)  
is displayed.  
Refer to “Switching the Display” on page 49 for details on “Clock”, “Calender” and  
“Entertainment”.  
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Title Scroll  
This product displays the first 10 letters only of “Disc Title”, “D.Artist”, “Track Title” and  
“T.Artist”. With text longer than 10 letters, you can see the rest of the text by scrolling.  
• Scroll the title display by  
pressing the SCROLL button.  
Playing Discs on a 50-Disc Type Multi-CD Player  
When a magazine is loaded into a 50-Disc type Multi-CD Player, information on all the  
discs in the magazine is read.  
If you start playing a disc on a 50-Disc type Multi-CD Player before reading of informa-  
tion on all discs has been completed, reading of information stops part way through. This  
will prevent you from using the ITS function. (If you try and use this function, “NOT  
READY” is displayed.)  
If this happens, reading of information begins again when you switch to a component other  
than the 50-Disc type Multi-CD Player.  
Note:  
“LOAD” will be displayed in the following cases:  
* If the disc in the extra tray is selected.  
* If the disc is moved from the extra tray to the magazine.  
(Refer to the 50-Disc type Multi-CD player owner’s manual.)  
You cannot use the “Ejecting a Single Disc”, “Frequency Play”, “Music Group Play” or “ABC Disc  
Title Search” functions with this product.  
7 Disc Number Rough Search  
This handy function lets you select discs loaded in a 50-Disc Multi-CD Player using the 1  
to 5 buttons. The 50 discs are divided into five blocks, with each of the 1 to 5 buttons  
assigned to a block.  
• Select the desired block with the 1 to 5 buttons.  
Note:  
After completing a rough search, use the 5 and buttons to select a desired disc.  
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Ea  
Audio Adjustment  
Entering the Audio Menu  
With this Menu, you can adjust the sound quality.  
Note:  
After entering the Audio Menu, if you do not perform an operation within about 30 seconds, the  
Audio Menu is automatically canceled.  
1. Select the desired mode in the Audio Menu.  
Each press changes the Mode ...  
2. Operate a mode.  
3. Cancel the Audio Menu.  
Audio Menu Functions  
The Audio Menu features the following functions.  
Balance Adjustment (FADER)  
This function allows you to select a Fader/Balance setting that provides ideal listening con-  
ditions in all occupied seats.  
1. Press the AUDIO button and select Fader/Balance mode (FADER) in the  
Audio Menu.  
2. Adjust front/rear speaker bal-  
ance with the 5/buttons.  
“FADER :F25” – “FADER :R25” is  
displayed as it moves from front to  
rear.  
3. Adjust left/right speaker bal-  
ance with the 2/3 buttons.  
“BAL :L25” – “BAL :R25” is dis-  
played as it moves from left to right.  
Note:  
“FADER : 0” is the proper setting when 2 speakers are in use.  
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Subwoofer Output (SUB.W)  
This product is equipped with a Subwoofer output which can be switched ON or OFF.  
Initially, Subwoofer output is OFF.  
1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Subwoofer ON/OFF mode  
(SUB.W) in the Audio Menu.  
2. Switch the Subwoofer output  
ON/OFF with the 5/but-  
tons.  
“SUB.W”  
3. Change the phase of  
Subwoofer output with the  
2/3 buttons.  
Note:  
Select the OFF setting when you do not want the Subwoofer to operate.  
Subwoofer Setting Adjustment (80Hz)  
When the Subwoofer output is ON, you can adjust the cut-off frequency and the output  
level of Subwoofer.  
1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Subwoofer setting mode (80Hz) in  
the Audio Menu.  
2. Select the frequency to 50 Hz,  
80 Hz or 125 Hz with the 2/3  
buttons.  
3. Increase or decrease the output  
level with the 5/buttons.  
The display shows “+6” – “–6”.  
Note:  
You can select the Subwoofer setting mode only when Subwoofer output is switched ON in the  
Subwoofer ON/OFF mode.  
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Ea  
Audio Adjustment  
Loudness Adjustment (LOUD)  
The Loudness function compensates for deficiencies in the low and high sound ranges at  
low volume. Initially, Loudness function is ON.  
1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Loudness mode (LOUD) in the Audio  
Menu.  
2. Switch the Loudness function  
ON/OFF with the 5/buttons.  
“LOUD”  
Note:  
You can also switch the Loudness function ON/OFF by pressing the LOUDNESS button.  
Source Level Adjustment (SLA)  
The SLA (Source Level Adjustment) function prevents radical leaps in volume when  
switching between sources. Settings are based on the FM volume, which remains  
unchanged. (Since the FM volume is the control, SLA is not possible in the FM modes.)  
The AM, cassette, CD, External Unit and AUX levels can all be adjusted. (The Built-in  
CD player and Multi-CD player are set to the same volume adjustment setting automatical-  
ly.)  
1. Compare the FM volume with the volume of the other source.  
(e.g. Built-in CD player)  
2. Press the AUDIO button and select the SLA mode (SLA) in the Audio Menu.  
3. Increase or decrease the level  
with the 5/buttons.  
The display shows “+4” – “–4”.  
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Using the Digital Signal Processor (DSP)  
Entering the DSP Menu  
With this Menu, you can adjust the sound field.  
Note:  
After entering the DSP Menu, if you do not perform an operation within about 30 seconds, the DSP  
Menu is automatically canceled.  
1. Select the desired mode in the DSP Menu.  
Each press changes the Mode ...  
2. Operate a mode.  
3. Cancel the DSP Menu.  
DSP Menu Functions  
The DSP Menu features the following functions.  
Graphic Equalizer  
Enables adjustment of equalization to match car interior acoustic characteristics as desired.  
7 Flat  
No supplement or correction is made to the sound. A useful function to check the effect of  
the equalizer curves by switching alternatively between FLAT and a set equalizer curve.  
7 User Curves (User 1, 2)  
User curves (User 1, 2) can be stored as an adjusted equalizer curve.  
Adjustment can be made by 13-Band Graphic Equalizer Adjustment.  
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Using the Digital Signal Processor (DSP)  
Recalling the Equalizer Curves  
You can easily recall equalizer curves.  
1. Press the DSP button and select the Graphic Equalizer mode (50Hz) in the  
DSP Menu.  
2. Select the desired equalizer  
curve with one of the buttons  
from 1 to 3. (e.g. Press button  
2.)  
“USER 2”  
Note:  
When you have performed Auto-equalizing (refer to page 41), you can turn AUTO EQ ON and  
OFF by pressing the button for the equalizer curve that was called.  
Button  
Display  
USER 1  
USER 2  
FLAT  
Equalizer Curve  
1
2
3
User 1  
User 2  
Flat  
13-Band Graphic Equalizer Adjustment  
The user curves (User 1, 2) let you make fine adjustments to equalizer curve frequency  
levels. Adjustments are automatically memorized.  
1. Press the DSP button and select the Graphic Equalizer mode (50Hz) in the  
DSP Menu.  
2. Recall User curve (User 1 or 2). (Refer to previous section.)  
3. Select the band to be adjusted  
with the 2/3 buttons.  
50 Ô 80 Ô 125 Ô 200 Ô 315  
Ô 500 Ô 800 Ô 1.3 k Ô 2 k  
Ô 3.2 k Ô 5 k Ô 8 k Ô 12.5 k (Hz)  
4. Adjust the level with the 5/∞  
buttons.  
The display shows “+6” – “–6”.  
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5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 for the other band adjustments.  
Note:  
You can create different User curves for different sources. (The Built-in CD Player and Multi-CD  
Player are set to the same Equalizer Adjustment setting automatically.)  
When you have selected User 1, if you press button 2 for two seconds or more, the User 1 curve is  
memorized in User 2. This is convenient when you want to return the User 1 curve to its original  
settings and create a curve for User 2. (When you have selected User 2, if you press button 1 for  
two seconds or more, the User 2 curve is memorized in User 1.)  
Position Selector  
One way to assure a more natural sound is to clearly position the stereo sound image  
(putting you in the center of the sound field).  
The Position Selector function adjusts volume level of sound from each speaker to match  
seat positions and the number of people in the car, and lets you recall settings at the touch  
of a button. The result is a natural sound regardless of the seat you are sitting in.  
Button  
Display  
FRONT  
ALL  
Position  
5
2
3
Front Seat Right & Left  
All Seats  
FRONT-L  
FRONT-R  
Front Seat Left  
Front Seat Right  
About the Position Indicator  
This lets you confirm current Position setting without switching to the Position Selector  
mode.  
Front Seat  
Left  
Front Seat  
Right  
Front Seat  
Right&Left  
All Seats  
Setting the Listening Position (POSITION)  
1. Press the DSP button and select the Position Selector mode (POSITION) in  
the DSP Menu.  
2. Press one of buttons 5//2/3  
to select the desired Position.  
(e.g. Press button 2.)  
To cancel the listening position, press the same button again.  
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Using the Digital Signal Processor (DSP)  
Auto-equalizing Function  
This product’s Auto-equalizer automatically measures car interior acoustic characteristics,  
and then creates the Auto-equalizer curve based on that information.  
Before Operating the Auto-equalization  
7 WARNING:  
• To prevent accidents, never perform Auto-equalizing when driving. When this function  
measures car interior acoustic characteristics to create an Auto-equalizer curve, a loud  
measurement tone (noise) may be output from the speakers.  
7 Precaution:  
• Performing Auto-equalizing under the following conditions may damage the speakers.  
Be sure to check conditions thoroughly before performing Auto-equalizing.  
* When speakers are incorrectly connected. (e.g. When a rear speaker is connected to a  
subwoofer output.)  
* When a speaker is connected to a power amp delivering output higher than the speak-  
er’s maximum input power capability.  
• If the microphone is placed in an unsuitable position the measurement tone may become  
loud and measurement may take a long time, resulting in a drain on battery power. Be  
sure to place the microphone in the specified location. (Refer to page 42.)  
7 Read this before performing Auto-equalizing  
• Perform Auto-equalizing in as quiet a place as possible, with the car engine and air con-  
ditioning switched off. Also cut power to car or portable telephones in the car, or  
remove from the car before performing Auto-equalizing. Sounds other than the measure-  
ment tone (surrounding sounds, engine sound, telephones ringing etc.) may prevent cor-  
rect measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics.  
• Be sure to perform Auto-equalizing with the supplied microphone. Using another micro-  
phone will prevent measurement, or result in incorrect measurement of car interior  
acoustic characteristics.  
• With no speaker connected, Auto-equalizing cannot be performed.  
• When connected to a power amp with input level control, Auto-equalizing may not be  
possible if you lower power amp input level. Set the power amp’s input level to the stan-  
dard position.  
• After normal completion of Auto-equalizing, fader/balance settings (refer to page 35)  
return to the center position (initial settings).  
• If you perform Auto-equalizing when Auto-equalizer curve already exists, the previous  
curve is erased.  
• If you perform Auto-equalizing, the equalizer curve switches to flat.  
• If you perform Auto-equalizing while a Subwoofer is connected to this product, it will  
be adjusted automatically Subwoofer output setting. (Subwoofer output is automatically  
turned on adjusted even if you have turned it off before.)  
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• After the Auto-equalizing function countdown has started, do not switch a source ON by  
loading a CD or a cassette, or with the voice controller.  
Auto-equalizing  
1. Select the position for the seat on which the microphone is placed.  
(Refer to “Position Selector” on page 40.)  
• When not setting for the “Front Seat Left” or “Front Seat Right”, if you start Auto-  
equalizing, “Front Seat Right” is automatically selected.  
2. Stop the car in a place that’s as quiet as possible, close all doors, windows,  
the sun roof, and switch the engine off.  
If the engine is left running, engine noise may prevent correct Auto-equalizing.  
3. Fix the provided microphone in the center of the headrest of the driver’s  
seat, facing forward, using the belt (sold separately).  
The Auto-equalizer curve may differ depending on where you place the microphone.  
If desired, place the microphone on the front passenger seat and perform Auto-equalizing.  
4. Switch the ignition switch to ON or ACC.  
If the car’s air conditioner or heater is switched on, switch it off. Noise from the fan in the  
air conditioner or heater may prevent correct Auto-equalizing.  
5. Switch the source OFF.  
Continued overleaf.  
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Using the Digital Signal Processor (DSP)  
6. Enter the Auto-equalizing mode (AUTO EQ).  
Hold for 2 seconds or more  
The front panel opens automatically.  
7. Plug the provided microphone into the microphone input jack on this unit.  
Note:  
When the front panel is open, if it touches the shift lever or prevents connection of the microphone  
to the jack, press the BAND button and cancel the Auto-equalizing mode. Then press the Angle  
button and adjust the front panel to enable connection of the microphone. After connecting the  
microphone to the jack, perform the operation in step 6, switch to the Auto-equalizing mode and  
select step 8.  
8. Start the Auto-equalizing.  
9. Get out of the car and close the door within 10 seconds, if a 10-second count-  
down starts.  
The measurement tone (noise) is output from the speakers, and Auto-equalizing (acoustic  
characteristics measurement and compensation) begins.  
Note:  
When all speaker units are connected, Auto-equalizing is completed in about 7 or 8 minutes.  
To cancel Auto-equalizing part way through, press any button.  
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10. When Auto-equalizing is completed, a message is displayed as below.  
When correct measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics is not possible, an error  
message is displayed. (Refer to error messages on this page.)  
11. To cancel the Auto-equalizing mode, press any button.  
12. Store the microphone carefully in the glove compartment.  
Store the microphone carefully in the glove compartment or other safe place. If the micro-  
phone is subjected to direct sunlight for an extended period, high temperatures may cause  
it to deform, change color and malfunction.  
7 When Auto-equalizing was performed correctly:  
AUTO EQ ON applies to, and the “AUTO EQ” indicator lights for, all equalizer curves  
that are called (refer to page 39.). The called equalizer curve is set after it is corrected by  
Auto-equalizing.  
“AUTO EQ”  
Error Cords of Auto-equalizing Function  
When correct measurement of car interior acoustic characteristics is not possible with the  
Auto-equalizer, the following error messages are displayed. After checking, try again.  
Display  
Cause  
Remedy  
ERROR-1  
Microphone is not connected.  
Plug in the supplied microphone  
securely into the jack.  
ERROR-2  
The microphone cannot pick up  
the measuring tone of the front  
and rear speakers.  
Confirm that the speakers are  
connected correctly.  
Set the input level setting of the power  
amp connected to the speakers  
correctly.  
Correctly set the microphone.  
ERROR-3  
The surrounding noise level is too  
high.  
Stop your car in a place that’s as quite  
as possible, and switch off the engine  
and air conditioner or heater.  
Correctly set the microphone.  
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Initial Setting  
Entering the Initial Setting Menu  
With this Menu, you can perform initial settings for the product.  
1. Switch the sources OFF.  
2. Enter the Initial Setting Menu with the sources OFF.  
Hold for 2 seconds  
3. Select the desired mode.  
Each press changes the Mode ...  
4. Operate a mode.  
5. Cancel the Initial Setting Menu.  
Note:  
Holding down the FUNCTION button for 2 seconds also cancels the Initial Setting Menu.  
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Initial Setting Menu Functions  
The Initial Setting Menu features the following functions.  
Setting the Time  
This is the mode for setting the time on the unit’s clock display. (Refer to page 49 for  
details concerning the clock display.)  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Time setting mode in the Initial  
Setting Menu.  
2. Select “Hour” or “Minute”  
with the 2/3 buttons.  
3. Set as desired time with the  
5/buttons.  
As soon as you switch to “Hour” or  
“Minute”, the seconds start counting  
from 00.  
Setting the Calender  
This is the mode for setting the date on the unit’s calender display. (Refer to page 49 for  
details concerning the calender display.)  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Calender setting mode in the  
Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Select “Day”, “Month” or  
“Year” with the 2/3 buttons.  
3. Set as desired date with the  
5/buttons.  
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Initial Setting  
Setting the Clock Display (CLOCK)  
You can set this product so that after performing an operation, time indications are auto-  
matically displayed if you do not perform another operation within about 25 seconds.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Clock display mode (CLOCK)  
in the Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Switch the Clock display  
ON/OFF with the 5/buttons.  
Switching the AUX Mode (AUX)  
It is possible to use auxiliary (AUX) equipment with this product.  
Activate the AUX mode when using external equipment with this product.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the AUX Setting mode (AUX) in the  
Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Switch the AUX ON/OFF with  
the 5/buttons.  
Setting the Dimmer (DIMMER)  
To enable this product’s display from being too bright at night, when the vehicle’s head  
lights are turned ON the display is dimmed. You can switch this function ON/OFF.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Dimmer mode (DIMMER) in  
the Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Switch the Dimmer ON/OFF  
with the 5/buttons.  
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Selecting the Digital Attenuator (DIG.ATT)  
When listening to a CD or other source on which the recording level is high, setting the  
equalizer curve level to “H” (high) may result in distortion.  
You can switch the digital attenuator to “L” (low) to reduce distortion. (Sound quality  
when the setting is “H” (high) is better than when the setting is “L” (low), so usually set to  
“H” (high).)  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Digital Attenuator mode  
(DIG.ATT) in the Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Select the desired attenuation  
level with the 2/3 buttons.  
L Ô H  
Selecting the Contrast (CONTRAST)  
You can adjust the contrast of the product’s display.  
1. Press the FUNCTION button and select the Contrast mode (CONTRAST)  
in the Initial Setting Menu.  
2. Select the desired Contrast  
with the 2/3 buttons.  
The display shows “+7” – “–7”.  
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Other Functions  
Volume Attenuator  
The attenuator reduces the volume instantly.  
• Cut the volume by about 90%.  
Repeat the preceding operation to return to previous volume.  
If the VOLUME is used to cancel the Attenuator mode, the sound will resume at a lower  
volume than before.  
Switching the Display  
Besides display of indications for each source (e.g. Disc Title), display of “Clock”,  
“Calender” and “Entertainment” indications are also possible.  
• Select the desired Display with the DISPLAY button.  
e.g. Clock  
e.g. Calender  
e.g. Entertainment  
Note:  
When the clock display function (refer to page 47) is ON, whichever display you select, indications  
return to “Clock” after about 25 seconds.  
About the Demonstration Mode  
If you press the DISPLAY button when this product’s source is OFF, a Demonstration is  
shown in the display. Pressing DISPLAY button during Demonstration operation cancels  
the Demonstration mode. Remember that if the Demonstration continues operating when  
the car engine is switched OFF, it may drain battery power.  
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Using the AUX Source  
It is possible to use auxiliary (AUX) equipment with this product.  
To listen to auxiliary equipment, switch the AUX Mode in the Initial Setting Menu ON,  
and then select the desired source.  
Selecting the AUX Source  
• Select AUX. (Refer to page 9.)  
Each press changes the Source ...  
AUX Title Input  
The display title for AUX Source can be changed.  
1. Select the AUX Title Input mode (TITLE IN) in the Detailed Setting Menu.  
Hold for 2 seconds  
2. Input the AUX Title.  
Refer to “Disc Title Input” on page 31, and perform procedures 3 to 6 in the same way.  
Cellular Telephone Muting  
Sound from this system is muted automatically when a call is made or received using a  
cellular telephone connected to this product.  
• The sound is turned off, “MUTE” is displayed and no audio adjustment except volume  
control is possible. Operation returns to normal when the phone connection is ended.  
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CD Player and Care  
Precaution  
COMPACT  
• Play only CDs bearing the Compact Disc Digital  
Audio mark. (If a CD features the top right mark on  
its disc title side, that disc is a CD TEXT disc. There  
are also some CD TEXT discs that do not feature the  
top right mark.)  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
• This product is designed for use with conventional,  
fully circular CDs only. Use of shaped CDs are not  
recommended for this product.  
• Check all CDs before playing and discard cracked, scratched or warped discs.  
• Playback by this product of a CD-R disc recorded on a CD recorder may not be possible  
due to characteristics of the disc, scratches or dirt on the disc, or dirt or condensation on  
this product’s optical pickup lens.  
• Read the precautions with the CD-R discs before  
using.  
• Wipe dirty or damp discs outward from the center  
with a soft cloth.  
• Avoid touching the recorded (iridescent) surface when handling discs.  
• Store discs in their cases when not in use.  
• Keep discs out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.  
• Do not affix labels or apply chemicals to discs.  
• Condensation may collect inside the player when using the heater in cold weather, inter-  
fering with playback. Turn it off for an hour or so and wipe damp discs with a soft cloth.  
• Road shocks may interrupt CD playback.  
Built-in CD Player’s Error Message  
When problems occur with CD playback, an error message appears on the display. Refer  
to the table below to identify the problem, then take the suggested corrective action. If the  
error persists, contact your dealer or your nearest PIONEER Service Center.  
Message  
Possible cause  
Dirty disc.  
Recommended action  
Clean the disc.  
ERROR- 11, 12, 17, 30  
ERROR- 11, 12, 17, 30  
ERROR- 14  
Scratched disc.  
Unrecorded CD.  
Replace the disc.  
Check the disc.  
ERROR- 10, 11,12, 14,  
17, 30, A0  
Electrical or mechanical  
problem.  
Turn the ignition ON and OFF, or  
switch to a different source, then back  
to the CD player.  
HEAT  
CD player overheating.  
Discontinue play until the machine  
temperature drops.  
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Cassette Player and Care  
Precaution  
About the Cassette Player  
• A loose or warped label on a cassette tape may interfere with the eject mechanism of the  
unit or cause the cassette to become jammed in the unit. Avoid using such tapes or  
remove such labels from the cassette before attempting use.  
• The music search, repeat and scan functions may not work properly with the following  
kinds of recorded tapes because the gap between songs cannot be found correctly.  
* A tape with a gap of 4 seconds or less between songs.  
* A tape containing dialog, etc., with pauses lasting for 4 seconds or longer.  
* A tape with an extremely quiet passage in the music lasting for 4 seconds or longer.  
About Cassette Tapes  
• Do not use tapes longer than C-90 type (90 min.) cassettes. Longer tapes can interfere  
with tape transport.  
• Storing cassettes in areas directly exposed to sunlight or high temperatures can distort  
them and subsequently interfere with tape transport.  
NOT RECOMMENDED  
• Store unused tapes in a tape case where there is no danger of them becoming loose or  
being exposed to dust.  
Cleaning the Head  
If the head becomes dirty, the sound quality will deteriorate and there will be sound  
dropouts and other imperfections in performance. In this case, the head must be cleaned.  
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Specifications  
General  
Audio/DSP  
Continuous power output is 22 W per channel min. into 4  
ohms, both channels driven 50 to 15,000 Hz with no more  
than 5% THD.  
Maximum power output ...................................... 45 W × 4  
Load impedance .......................... 4 (4 – 8 allowable)  
Preout maximum output level/  
output impedance ........................................ 2 V/1 k  
Loudness contour ........ +10 dB (100 Hz), +7 dB (10 kHz)  
(volume: –30 dB)  
Power source .......... 14.4 V DC (10.8 – 15.1 V allowable)  
Grounding system ........................................ Negative type  
Max. current consumption ...................................... 10.0 A  
Dimensions  
(chassis) .... 178 (W) × 100 (H) × 160 (D) mm  
[7 (W) × 3-7/8 (H) × 6-1/4 (D) in]  
(nose) ............ 170 (W) × 95 (H) × 32 (D) mm  
[6-3/4 (W) × 3-3/4 (H) × 1-1/4 (D) in]  
Weight ........................................................ 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs)  
Equalizer (13-Band Graphic Equalizer)  
Frequency ................ 50/80/125/200/315/500/800 Hz  
1.25/2/3.15/5/8/12.5 kHz  
Equalization range .......................................... ±12 dB  
Subwoofer output  
Frequency .................................... 50/80/125 Hz  
Slope ................................................ –18 dB/oct.  
Gain ........................................................ ±12 dB  
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CD player  
FM tuner  
System .................................... Compact disc audio system  
Usable discs .................................................. Compact disc  
Signal format .................... Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz  
Number of quantization bits: 16; linear  
Frequency range .................................... 87.9 – 107.9 MHz  
Usable sensitivity  
.................. 10 dBf (1.0 µV/75 , mono, S/N: 30 dB)  
50 dB quieting sensitivity .... 15 dBf (1.7 µV/75 , mono)  
Signal-to-noise ratio ...................... 70 dB (IHF-A network)  
Distortion .......................... 0.3% (at 65 dBf, 1 kHz, stereo)  
Frequency response ...................... 30 – 15,000 Hz (±3 dB)  
Stereo separation .......................... 40 dB (at 65 dBf, 1 kHz)  
Selectivity .................................................... 70 dB (2ACA)  
Three-signal intermodulation  
Frequency characteristics .............. 5 – 20,000 Hz (±1 dB)  
Signal-to-noise ratio ...... 92 dB (1 kHz) (IHF-A network)  
Dynamic range ............................................ 91 dB (1 kHz)  
Number of channels ............................................ 2 (stereo)  
Cassette player  
(desired signal level) ........................................ 30 dBf  
(two undesired signal level: 100 dBf)  
Tape ........................ Compact cassette tape (C-30 – C-90)  
Tape speed ........................................................ 4.8 cm/sec.  
Fast forward/rewinding time .... Approx. 100 sec. for C-60  
Wow & flutter .......................................... 0.09% (WRMS)  
Frequency response .......... Metal: 30 – 19,000 Hz (±3 dB)  
Stereo separation ...................................................... 45 dB  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
AM tuner  
Frequency range ...................... 530 – 1,710 kHz (10 kHz)  
Usable sensitivity .............................. 18 µV (S/N: 20 dB)  
Selectivity ................................................ 50 dB (±10 kHz)  
...... Metal: Dolby B NR IN: 67 dB (IHF-A network)  
Dolby NR OUT: 61 dB (IHF-A network)  
Note:  
Specifications and the design are subject to possi-  
ble modification without notice due to improve-  
ments.  
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PIONEER CORPORATION  
4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO-KU, TOKYO 153-8654, JAPAN  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC.  
P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach, California 90801, U.S.A.  
TEL: (800) 421-1404  
PIONEER ELECTRONIC (EUROPE) N.V.  
Haven 1087 Keetberglaan 1, 9120 Melsele, Belgium  
TEL: (0) 3/570.05.11  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.  
178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia  
TEL: (03) 9586-6300  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.  
300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R 0P2, Canada  
TEL: (905) 479-4411  
Published by Pioneer Corporation.  
Copyright © 1999 by Pioneer Corporation.  
All rights reserved.  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO, S.A. de C.V.  
San Lorenzo Num 1009 3er piso Desp. 302  
Col. Del Valle, Mexico D.F. C.P. 03100  
TEL: 5-688-52-90  
Publication de Pioneer Corporation.  
Copyright © 1999 Pioneer Corporation.  
Tous droits de reproduction et de traduction  
réservés.  
Printed in Japan  
Imprimé au Japon  
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