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AVH-521EX
DVD RDS AV RECEIVER
Operation Manual
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.

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  • Page 1 AVH-521EX DVD RDS AV RECEIVER Operation Manual 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.
  • Page 2 Contents Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this document in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 3 Video settings ..............................92 ■ Favorite menu ................96 ■ Other functions................. 97 ■ Appendix ................... 99 - 3 -...
  • Page 4 Precaution Information to user –MODEL NO.: AVH-521EX FCC ID: EW4C95 IC: 4250A-C95 –This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada licence-exempt RSS(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.
  • Page 5 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION SUPPLIER'S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Product Name: DVD RDS AV RECEIVER Model Number: AVH-521EX Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA), INC. SERVICE SUPPORT DIVISION Address: 2050 W. 190TH STREET, SUITE 100, TORRANCE, CA 90504, U.S.A. Phone: 1-800-421-1404 URL: https://www.pioneerelectronics.com...
  • Page 6 • If you notice smoke, a strange noise or odor from this product, or any other abnormal signs on the LCD screen, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station. Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.
  • Page 7 If your vehicle has a compliant backup camera that displays the backup view through the factory receiver, do not use the Pioneer receiver unless it is connected to and displays the same view as the factory backup camera. Connection to the factory backup camera will require an adaptor, sold separately.
  • Page 8 • To prevent data loss and damage to the storage device, never remove it from this product while data is being transferred. • Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for any loss of data on media players, iPhone, smartphone, or other devices while using this product.
  • Page 9 Failure to operate After-sales service for Pioneer products Please contact the dealer or distributor from which you purchased the product 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.
  • Page 10 About this manual This manual uses diagrams of actual screens to describe operations. However, the screens on some units may not match those shown in this manual depending on the model used. Meanings of symbols used in this manual This indicates to touch the appropriate soft key on the touch screen. This indicates to touch and hold the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.
  • Page 11 Parts and controls Main unit Press to activate the voice recognition mode such as Siri when the iPhone is connected to the unit via Bluetooth. VOL (+/ Press to display the top menu screen. Press and hold to power off. To power back on, press any button. Press to switch between the Application screen and the AV operation screen.
  • Page 12 Remote control Volume (+/-) MODE Press to switch between the Application screen and the AV operation screen. Press and hold to turn off the display. Press to cycle through all the available sources. Press and hold to turn the source off. TOP MENU Press to return to the top menu during DVD playback.
  • Page 13 Basic operation Resetting the microprocessor CAUTION • Pressing the RESET button resets settings and recorded contents to the factory settings. – Do not perform this operation when a device is connected to this product. – Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset. •...
  • Page 14 If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. • Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
  • Page 15 [Network Mode] 3-way system with a high range speaker, middle range speaker and subwoofer (low range speaker) for reproduction of high, middle and low frequencies (bands). WARNING Do not use the unit in Standard Mode when a speaker system for 3-way Network Mode is connected to the unit.
  • Page 16 Operating list screens Touching an item on the list allows you to narrow down the options and proceed to the next operation. Appears when all characters are not displayed on the display area. If you touch the key, the rests are scrolled for display. NOTE This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake.
  • Page 17 Switches the dimmer duration by day or night. Switches between playback and pause. Skips files forward or backward. Performs fast reverse or fast forward. Displays setting menu screen (page 77). Closes the menu bar. Top menu screen Switches the top menu screen layout. Touch and hold appears at the top of the screen.
  • Page 18 Favorite source icons If you select [Power OFF], you can turn off almost all functions. The [Power OFF] mode is released in the following cases: • An incoming call is received (only for hands-free phoning via Bluetooth). • A rear view camera image is input when the vehicle is in reverse. •...
  • Page 19 Bluetooth Bluetooth connection Turn on the Bluetooth function on the device. Press Touch then The Bluetooth screen appears. Touch [Connection]. Touch The unit starts to search for available devices, then displays them in the device list. Touch the Bluetooth device name. After the device is successfully registered, a Bluetooth connection is established by the system.
  • Page 20 CAUTION Never turn this product off and disconnect the device while the Bluetooth setting operation is being processed. Menu Item Description [Connection] Connect, disconnect, or delete registered Bluetooth device manually. Touch to delete registered device. To connect a registered Bluetooth device manually, touch the name of the device.
  • Page 21 registered devices are already connected, you can connect the remaining third device to use the audio function only from the switch devices key on the audio source screen. • The icon for the cellular phone currently being used is displayed on the Phone menu screen.
  • Page 22 The following items are displayed. • Name of the current cellular phone • List number of the current cellular phone • Reception status of the current cellular phone • Battery status of the current cellular phone If you connect two cellular phones to this product at the same time, you can switch between the cellular phones using the switch devices key.
  • Page 23 Touch Touch On the [Phone Book] screen, touch the desired name to display the contact’s phone number. Touch ▶Dialing from the preset dial list Touch Touch the desired entry on the list to make a call. The dial screen appears and dialing starts. ▶Deleting a phone number Press Touch...
  • Page 24 Press Touch Touch The voice recognition function launches and the voice control screen appears. TIPS • You can also launch the voice recognition function by pressing button. • If two cellular phones are automatically connected to this product with the Bluetooth device auto connect function, the voice recognition function (Siri Eyes Free Mode) will be set on the second phone.
  • Page 25 Touch to turn private mode on or off. NOTES • If two cellular phones are connected to this product and the first phone is set to private mode, you can receive incoming calls on the second phone while maintaining the call in progress on the first phone.
  • Page 26 ▶The received call and dialed number histories • You cannot make a call to the entry of an unknown user (no phone number) in the received call history. • If calls are made by operating your cellular phone, no history data will be recorded in this product.
  • Page 27 The Bluetooth audio playback screen appears. Basic operation Bluetooth audio playback screen Track number indicator Switches between playback and pause. Skips files forward or backward. • By pressing then touch , you can also skip files forward or backward. • By pressing then touch and hold , you can also perform fast reverse or fast forward.
  • Page 28 AV source Supported AV source You can play or use the following sources with this product. • Radio • CD • Disc (compressed audio or video files on discs) • DVD-Video • USB The following sources can be played back or used by connecting an auxiliary device. •...
  • Page 29 Selects or customizes the equalizer curve (page 86). Selecting a source Source on the AV source selection screen Press then touch Touch the source icon. When you select [Source OFF], the AV source is turned off. Source on the source list Press then touch the AV operation key.
  • Page 30 Adjusting the range of favorite source icons area NOTE This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake. Press Touch and hold appears at the top left of the favorite source icons. Drag to the desired position.
  • Page 31 Radio Starting procedure Press then touch Touch [Radio]. The Radio screen appears. Basic operation Radio screen Recalls the preset channel stored to a key from memory. Stores the current broadcast frequency to a key. Displays the preset channel list. Select an item on the list ([1] to [6]) to switch to the preset channel. Selects the FM1, FM2, FM3, or AM band.
  • Page 32 Manual tuning Seek tuning or non stop seek tuning Releasing the key in a few seconds skips to the nearest station from the current frequency. Keep holding the key for long seconds to perform non stop seek tuning. TIPS • By pressing then touch , you can also switch the preset channels.
  • Page 33 Menu Item Description [Local] Local seek tuning allows you to only tune into [Off] radio stations with sufficiently strong signals. FM: [Level1] [Level2] [Level3] [Level4] NOTES AM: [Level1] [Level2] • [Level4] for FM and [Level2] for AM are available only with the stations with the strongest signals.
  • Page 34 Disc Inserting and ejecting a disc You can play a normal music CD, Video-CD, or DVD-Video using the built-in drive of this product. CAUTION Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc-loading slot. Inserting a disc Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot. The source changes and then playback will start.
  • Page 35 Audio source Audio source screen Track number indicator Switches between playback and pause. Skips files forward or backward. Sets a repeat play for the current disc/the current track. Plays or does not play tracks in random order. Selects a track from the list. Touch a track on the list to play back.
  • Page 36 Video source screen 1 Hides the touch panel keys. To display the keys again, touch anywhere on the screen. Performs fast reverse or fast forward. Touch again to change the playback speed. Stops playback. Performs frame-by-frame playback. Performs slow-motion playback. Each time you touch , it changes the speed in four steps in the following order: 1/16 ->...
  • Page 37 Searches for the part you want to play. Touch [Title], [Chapter], [10Key], or [Track] then input the desired number from [0] to [9]. To start playback from the number you registered, touch TIPS • To cancel an input number, touch [C]. •...
  • Page 38 Resumes playback (Bookmark). This function is available for DVD-Video. You can memorize one point as a Bookmark for a disc (up to five discs). To clear the bookmark on the disc, touch and hold this key. Returns and begins playback from the specified point. This function is available for DVD-Video and Video-CDs featuring PBC (playback control).
  • Page 39 Compressed files Inserting and ejecting media You can play compressed audio, compressed video, or still image files stored in a disc or an external storage device. CAUTION Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc-loading slot. Inserting a disc Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot.
  • Page 40 USB storage device Unplugging a USB storage device Pull out the USB storage device from the USB cable. NOTES • Check that no data is being accessed before pulling out the USB storage device. • Turn off (ACC OFF) the ignition switch before unplugging the USB storage device. Starting procedure For Disc Insert the disc (page 39).
  • Page 41 Audio source Audio source screen 1 (Example: USB) Displays the link search screen. Touch the song to play back followed by touching the song information, after switching to Music Browse mode (page 42). If you touch the artwork, the list of songs in the album is displayed. NOTE This function is available for the USB storage device only.
  • Page 42 Switches the following media file types. [Music]: Compressed audio files [Video]: Compressed video files [CD-DA]: Audio data (CD-DA) [Photo]: Image files Selects a file from the list. Touch a file on the list to playback. Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by touching it.
  • Page 43 NOTES • This function is available for the USB storage device only. • Music Browse mode cannot be held once the power is turned off. Touch to create a database. Music Browse mode will be available after the database has been created. Touch Touch the desired category to display the file list.
  • Page 44 Performs fast reverse or fast forward. Touch again to change the playback speed. Stops playback. Performs frame-by-frame playback. Performs slow-motion playback. Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder/the current file. Switches the audio/subtitle language. NOTE Switching of the subtitle function is only available on disc. Switches the following media file types.
  • Page 45 Still image screen Hides the touch panel keys. To display the keys again, touch anywhere on the screen. Switches between playback and pause. Skips files forward or backward. Selects the previous folder or the next folder. Saves the current images as the wallpaper. Touch the following items then touch [Yes] to overwrite the image.
  • Page 46 Selects a file from the list. Touch a file on the list to playback. Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by touching it. - 46 -...
  • Page 47 iPod Connecting your iPod When connecting an iPod to this product, the settings are automatically configured according to the device to be connected. For details of the compatiblity, refer to Compatible iPod/iPhone models (page 114). NOTES • Depending on the generation or version of the iPod, some functions may not be available. •...
  • Page 48 Displays the link search screen. Select a song from the list related to the song currently playing. If you touch the artwork, the list of songs in the album is displayed. NOTE This function is not available while playing Apple Music Radio. Switches between playback and pause.
  • Page 49 Audio source screen 2 Changes the audiobook speed. Normal—Fast—Slow Displays the hidden function bar. Apple Music Radio source Important Apple Music Radio may not be available in your country or region. For details about Apple Music Radio, visit the following site: http://www.apple.com/music/ NOTE This function is only available when using the iPod function with iOS 8 or higher (up to iOS 12) installed on iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s,...
  • Page 50 Displays the pop-up menu for Apple Music Radio. • Touch [Play More Like This] to play back songs similar to the current song. • Touch [Play Less Like This] to set it not to play back the current song again. •...
  • Page 51 Using WebLink Important • Pioneer is not liable for any issues that may arise from incorrect or flawed app-based content. • The content and functionality of the supported applications are the responsibility of the App providers. • In WebLink, functionality through the product is limited while driving, with available functions determined by the App providers.
  • Page 52 WebLink Displays the main menu of the WebLink source screen. When the rear display is connected to this unit, video from the WebLink screen can be displayed to the rear display except while the AV source with video content is active even while driving. For iPhone users System requirement iOS 10.0 or higher (up to iOS 12.x)
  • Page 53 • The video playback capability depends on the connected Android device. Unlock your smartphone and connect it to this product via USB. Refer to the Installation Manual. Press Touch Touch [WebLink]. Touch desired icon in the tab. The WebLink app is launched. Using the audio mix function You can output the audio mixing AV source and an application for iPhone when WebLink is used.
  • Page 54 Pandora® Pandora Music is a music service not affiliated with Pioneer. More information is available at http://www.pandora.com. The Pandora mobile application is available for iPhone and smartphones. Please visit www.pandora.com/everywhere/mobile for the latest compatibility information. WARNING Certain uses of the iPhone or smartphone may not be legal while driving in your jurisdiction, so you must be aware of and obey any such restrictions.
  • Page 55 Touch [Pandora]. Launch the Pandora application on the mobile device and start playback. NOTES • For details on Bluetooth connection, see page 19. • For details on USB connection, refer to the Installation Manual. Basic operation Playback screen Recalls the preset station stored to a key from the memory. Stores the current station to a key.
  • Page 56 Creates a new station. Touch [Track] or [Artist] to create a new station. Adds information for the track currently playing to bookmarks. Switches among connected devices. Selects a Pandora station from the list. • : Switches to the station list. •...
  • Page 57 • Certain functions of the Spotify service are not available when accessing the service through Pioneer car audio/video products. • Spotify is a music service not affiliated with Pioneer. More information is available at https://support.spotify.com/. • The Spotify application is available for most iPhone and smartphone, please visit https://support.spotify.com/ for the latest compatibility information.
  • Page 58 Touch then Touch [AV Source Settings]. Confirm that [Spotify] is turned on. Press then touch Touch [Spotify]. NOTES • For details on Bluetooth connection, see page 19. • For details on USB connection for iPhone, refer to the Installation Manual. Basic operation Playback screen 1 (Track) Switches between playback and pause.
  • Page 59 Displays the hidden function bar. You can also display the hidden function bar by flicking the bar from the right to the left. Switches among connected devices. Selects a track or station from the list. Your Music: Selects a track or station from the list of saved song information. Browse: Selects a track from the category list.
  • Page 60 Playback screen 1 (Radio mode) Switches between playback and pause. Skips tracks forward or backward. By pressing then touch , you can skip songs forward. NOTE The number of tracks that are skipped varies depending on the application. Starts new radio mode. Saves or deletes the current song information to or from Your Music.
  • Page 61 Playback screen 2 (Radio mode) Displays the hidden function bar. You can also display the hidden function bar by flicking the bar from the left to the right. Gives a Thumbs Up to the playing track. Gives a Thumbs Down to the playing track and skips to the next track. NOTE The number of tracks that are skipped varies depending on the application.
  • Page 62 SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Only SiriusXM® brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy, and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required.
  • Page 63 Listening to SiriusXM Press then touch Touch [SiriusXM]. Basic operation TIPS • By pressing then touch , you can move the preset channels up or down on the current channel screen, and skip files forward or backward on the play time indicator screen. •...
  • Page 64 Performs TuneScan™ (page 65). Switches TuneMix™ to on or off. You can use TuneMix™ from each of the music channels stored as presets on the current band. NOTES • When fewer than two music channels are stored as presets, you cannot use TuneMix™.
  • Page 65 Selects a channel from the list. Select the category name or the list of all channels then touch the desired channel. To switch the display list, touch TIPS • The displayed list switches in the following order. Channel Name—Artist Name—Song Title—Content Info •...
  • Page 66 • TuneScan™ may take a few minutes to become available after the product is turned on or the preset band is changed. Touch to display the following display. Continues playing the current scanning song or channel. Skips to the previous/next song during TuneScan™ or to the previous/next channel during category scan.
  • Page 67 For details, see [Featured Favorites] and [Featured Band Update Message] in SiriusXM settings (page 67). How to access When there is a Featured Favorite, access it with the band key. Touch the band key. SXM1—SXM2—SXM3—FF When there are multiple Featured Favorites, access them from the category list. It is displayed at the bottom of the category list (page 65).
  • Page 68 Menu Item Description [Parental Control] Enter the current passcode then touch to set this function (the default passcode is 0000). • To edit the passcode, touch [Edit Code] then touch followed by entering the new passcode. • To lock the channel, touch the appropriate channel. appears and the channel is locked.
  • Page 69 Menu Item Description [SiriusXM Reset] Set to restore to the default Sirius XM settings by touching [Restore]. CAUTION Do not turn off the engine while restoring the settings. NOTES • This setting is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake.
  • Page 70 You can display the video image output by the device connected to video input. CAUTION For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video images, stop in a safe place and apply the parking brake. NOTE A Mini-jack AV cable (sold separately) is required for connection.
  • Page 71 Hides the touch panel keys. To display the keys again, touch anywhere on the screen. You can set the screen size for the video image (page 97). Switches between the video input and audio input. - 71 -...
  • Page 72 AV input You can display the video image output by the device connected to video or camera input. For details, refer to the Installation Manual. CAUTION For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video images, stop in a safe place and apply the parking brake.
  • Page 73 iDatalink Using iDatalink You can access the satellite radio source provided for the vehicle. The vehicle information and many OEM systems such as steering wheel controls, warning chimes, driver safety systems, and etc. can be displayed on this product by connecting the optional iDatalink adapter.
  • Page 74 NOTE When the serial number input is required, input the device number of this product. Install the vehicle/head unit specific firmware on your iDatalink Maestro module. Connect this product to iDatalink Maestro, and then install this product to the vehicle. The iDatalink function will be active.
  • Page 75 Displays the Climate screen. Displays the Parking Assist screen. Gauges screen Vehicle Information screen Climate screen - 75 -...
  • Page 76 Parking Assist screen Displaying obstacle detection information CAUTION This function is intended solely to assist the driver’s vision. It does not detect all dangers and obstacles and is not a substitute for your attentiveness, judgement, and care while parking your vehicle. NOTE This function is only available for vehicles equipped with a parking sensor system.
  • Page 77 Settings You can adjust various settings in the main menu. Displaying the setting screen Press Touch Touch one of the following categories, then select the options. System settings (page 77) Theme settings (page 85) Audio settings (page 86) Video settings (page 92) Bluetooth settings (page 19) System settings The menu items vary according to the source.
  • Page 78 [Auto Mix] Menu Item Description [Auto Mix] Select whether to perform mixing the sound output from [On] [Off] WebLink and AV source sound automatically. NOTE This function is only available when WebLink is used with an iPhone. [Input/Output settings] Menu Item Description [USB MTP] Select whether or not to activate USB MTP (Media Transfer...
  • Page 79 CAUTION Pioneer recommends the use of a camera which outputs mirror reversed images, otherwise the screen image may appear reversed. • Immediately verify whether the display changes to the rear view camera image when the shift lever is moved to REVERSE (R) from another position.
  • Page 80 Menu Item Description [Parking Assist Guide Adjusting the guidelines by dragging or touching Adjust] on the screen. Touch [Default] to reset the settings. CAUTION • When adjusting the guidelines, park the vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake; this setting is available only when the vehicle is parked with the parking brake applied.
  • Page 81 [System Language] Menu Item Description [System Language] Select the system language. NOTES • If the embedded language and the selected language setting are not the same, the text information may not display properly. • Some characters may not be displayed properly. [Restore Settings] Menu Item Description...
  • Page 82 Menu Item Description [Touch panel calibration] Touch [Yes]. Touch two corners of the screen along the arrows then touch the centers of the two [+] marks at the same time twice. Press The adjustment results are saved. Press once again. Proceed to 16-point adjustment.
  • Page 83 Menu Item Description [Dimmer Duration] Adjust the time that the dimmer is turned on or off by dragging the cursors or touching You can use this function when [Dimmer Trigger] is set to [Time]. TIPS • Each touch of moves the cursor backward or forward in the 15 minute width.
  • Page 84 * With some pictures, you cannot adjust [Hue] and [Color]. NOTES • The adjustments of [Brightness], [Contrast], and [Dimmer] are stored separately when your vehicle's headlights are off (daytime) and on (nighttime). • [Brightness] and [Contrast] are switched automatically depending on the setting of [Dimmer Settings].
  • Page 85 [OEM Settings] Menu Item Description [OEM Settings] (page 76). [OEM Volume Settings] Menu Item Description [OEM Volume Settings] (page 76). Theme settings The menu items vary according to the source. Menu Item Description [Background] Select the wall paper from the preset items in this product or original pictures via the external device.
  • Page 86 Menu Item Description [Theme]*2 Select the theme color. [Clock] Select the style of the clock from the preset image. Preset Images Select the desired preset style for the clock. (off ) Hides the clock display. [Home Custom Settings] Customize the top menu screen of the following items. •...
  • Page 87 Menu Item Description [Fader/Balance] Touch to adjust the front/rear speaker balance. Set [Front] and [Rear] to [0] when using a dual speaker system. Touch to adjust the left/right speaker balance. You can also set the value by dragging the point on the displayed table.
  • Page 88 Menu Item Description [Crossover]*4 Select a speaker unit (filter) to adjust the HPF or LPF cutoff frequency and the slope for each speaker unit (page 92). [Subwoofer Settings]*4 Select the subwoofer phase (page 92). [Listening Position]*1 Select a listening position that you want to make as the [Off] [Front Left] [Front center of sound effects.
  • Page 89 Menu Item Description [Rear Speaker Output] Select the rear speaker output. [Rear] [Subwoofer] NOTE This function is available when [Standard Mode] is selected as the speaker mode. [Loudness] Compensates for deficiencies in the low-frequency and [Off] [Low] [Mid] [High] high-frequency ranges at low volume. [Automatic Level Control] Corrects automatically the audio level difference between the music files or the sources.
  • Page 90 – When a speaker is connected to a power amp delivering output higher than the speaker’s maximum input power capability. • If a microphone for acoustical measurement (sold separately) is not placed in the appropriate location, the measurement tone may become loud and measurement may take a long time, resulting in battery drainage.
  • Page 91 Fix the microphone for acoustical measurement (sold separately) in the center of the headrest of the driver’s seat, facing forward. The Auto EQ may differ depending on where you place the microphone. If desired, place the microphone on the front passenger seat and perform Auto EQ. Disconnect the iPhone or smartphone device.
  • Page 92 Adjusting the cutoff frequency value You can adjust the cutoff frequency value of each speaker. The following speakers can be adjusted: [Standard Mode]: Front, Rear, Subwoofer. [Network Mode]: High, Mid, Subwoofer. NOTE [Subwoofer Settings] is available only when [Subwoofer] is [On]. Press Touch then...
  • Page 93 Menu Item Description [Menu Language]*1*2*3 Set a menu language preference. When you select [Others], a language code input screen is shown. Input the four-digit code of the desired language then touch [Multi Angle] Set to display the angle icon on the screen. [On] [Off] [TV Aspect] Set the aspect ratio suitable for your rear display 16:9 (wide...
  • Page 94 Menu Item Description [Parental] Set restrictions so that children cannot watch violent or adult-oriented scenes. You can set the parental lock level in steps as desired. Touch [0] to [9] to input a four-digit code number. Touch Registers the code number, and you can now set the level.
  • Page 95 [Video Signal Setting] Menu Item Description [AV] Select the suitable video signal setting when you connect [Auto] [PAL] [NTSC] [PAL- this product to an AV equipment. M] [PAL-N] [SECAM] [AUX] Select the suitable video signal setting when you connect [Auto] [PAL] [NTSC] [PAL- this product to an AUX equipment.
  • Page 96 Favorite menu Registering your favorite menu items in shortcuts allows you to quickly jump to the registered menu screen by a simple touch on the [Favorites] screen. NOTE Up to 12 menu items can be registered in the favorite menu. Creating a shortcut Press then touch...
  • Page 97 Other functions Setting the time and date Touch the current time on the screen. Touch to set the correct time and date. You can operate the following items: Year, month, date, hour, minute. TIPS • You can change the time display format to [12hour] or [24hour]. •...
  • Page 98 [Trimming] An image is displayed across the entire screen with the horizontal-to-vertical ratio left as is. If the screen ratio differs from the image, the image may be displayed partly cut off either at the top/bottom or sides. NOTE [Trimming] is for image files only. TIPS •...
  • Page 99 – Park your vehicle in a safe place and here, contact your dealer or the nearest apply the parking brake. authorized Pioneer service facility. No video output from the connected Common problems equipment.
  • Page 100 – The operation is not possible. (For The picture is extremely unclear/ example, the DVD playing does not distorted and dark during playback. feature that angle, audio system, → The disc features a signal to prohibit subtitle language, etc.) copying. (Some discs may have this.) –...
  • Page 101 → The camera input may be loose or not → The connection between the cellular connected. phone and this product cannot be – Check the connection and make sure established. the male end of the camera is – Perform the connection process. →...
  • Page 102 If the error persists, damaged. record the error message and contact your → The connected USB storage device dealer or your nearest Pioneer service consumes more than maximum center. allowable current. – Disconnect the USB storage device Common and do not use it.
  • Page 103 1-877-438-9677 if you have questions your dealer or the nearest authorized about your subscription. Pioneer service center for assistance. Channel Not Subscribed. Call SiriusXM to Check Tuner Subscribe. → The SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner →...
  • Page 104 this channel. In Canada, visit Unplayable Disc www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438- → This type of disc cannot be played on 9677. this product. – Replace the disc with one that can be Channel Locked Please Enter the Lock played on this product. Code →...
  • Page 105 – Turn the ignition switch OFF and back HUB Error → The connected USB hub is not – Disconnect the USB storage device. supported by this product. – Change to a different source. Then, – Directly connect the USB storage return to the USB storage device.
  • Page 106 • At extremely high temperatures, a Pioneer Service Station. temperature cutout protects this product by switching it off automatically. Handling and care of • Despite our careful design of the product,...
  • Page 107 • Frequent loading and ejecting of a Playable discs DualDisc may result in scratches to the disc. • Serious scratches can lead to playback problems on this product. In some cases, DVD-Video a DualDisc may become stuck in the disc- loading slot and will not eject.
  • Page 108 DVD-Video discs Common notes about the USB storage device • DVD-Video discs that have incompatible region numbers cannot be played on this • Do not leave the USB storage device in DVD drive. The region number of the any location with high temperatures. player can be found on this product’s •...
  • Page 109 The sequence of audio files on USB storage extension. If more than 64 characters are device. used for the file name, the subtitle file For USB storage device, the sequence is may not be recognized. different from that of USB storage device. •...
  • Page 110 SAMPLING FREQUENCY USB: TRANSMISSION RATE USB: 16 kbps to 8 kHz to 48 kHz 320 kbps (CBR) Disc: Disc: 8 kbps to 16 kHz to 48 320 kbps (CBR) FLAC compatibility TRANSMISSION RATE 8 kbps to 320 kbps (CBR)/VBR SAMPLING FREQUENCY 8 kHz to 192 ID3 TAG USB:...
  • Page 111 and folder name. Depending on the Maximum frame rate 30 fps display area, this product may try to .mkv display them with a reduced font size. However, the maximum number of the Compatible video codec MPEG4, H.264, characters that you can display varies VC-1 according to the width of each character, Maximum resolution...
  • Page 112 Bluetooth SIG, disclaimer in the documentation and/or Inc. and any use of such marks by PIONEER other materials provided with the CORPORATION is under license. Other distribution.
  • Page 113 DivX Detailed information regarding connected iPod devices • Pioneer accepts no responsibility for data DivX® Home Theater Certified devices have been lost from an iPod, even if that data is lost tested for high-quality DivX Home Theater video while using this product. Please back up playback (including .avi, .divx).
  • Page 114 Requirements to access app-based other countries. connected content services using this product: iTunes • Latest version of the Pioneer compatible connected content application(s) for the iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., smartphone, available from the service registered in the U.S. and other provider, downloaded to your countries.
  • Page 115 Notice regarding video connected Content application(s) or service by its provider. viewing • Pioneer is not liable for any issues that may arise from incorrect or flawed app- based content. Remember that use of this system for • The content and functionality of the...
  • Page 116 Heat visible. In that case, please consult your from the heater may break the LCD dealer or the nearest authorized Pioneer screen, and cool air from the cooler may Service Station. cause moisture to form inside this product, resulting in possible damage.
  • Page 117 6.78 inch wide/16:9 (effective display Slope: area: 152.4 mm × 80.208 mm) (6 in. × 3-1/ -6 dB/oct, -12 dB/oct, -18 dB/oct, -24 8 in.) dB/oct, -30 dB/oct, -36 dB/oct, OFF Pixels: Phase: Normal/Reverse 1 152 000 (2 400 × 480) Time alignment: Display method: 0 to 140 step (1 inch/step)
  • Page 118 Phase: Normal/Reverse Time alignment: USB standard spec: 0 to 140 step (1 inch/step) USB 1.1, USB 2.0 full speed, USB 2.0 high Bass boost: speed Gain: +12 dB to 0 dB (2 dB/step) Max current supply: 1.5 A Speaker level: USB Class: +10 dB to -24 dB (1 dB/step) MSC (Mass Storage Class), MTP (Media...
  • Page 119 H.263 video decoding format: Power output: < = Base Line Profile 0/3 14 W RMS × 4 Channels (4 Ω and VC-1 video decoding format: THD+N) Simple Profile, Main Profile, Advanced S/N ratio: Profile 91 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω) DivX: NOTE Home Theater...
  • Page 120 © 2019 PIONEER CORPORATION. All rights reserved. <OPM_AVH521EXUC_EN_C> UC...

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