Contents Key Finder ............ 2 Audio Adjustment ........11 Head Unit Selecting the Equalizer Curve ......11 Entering the Audio Menu ........ 11 Before Using This Product ...... 3 Audio Menu Functions ........12 Balance Adjustment (FADER) About This Manual ..........3 Equalizer Curve Adjustment (EQ) Precaution ............
• 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 reprogrammed. • Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.
Tuner = Cassette player = Multi-CD player = External Unit 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.
Basic Operation Basic Operation of Tuner Reset the AM tuning step from 9 kHz (the factory preset step) to 10 kHz when using the tuner in North, Central or South America. (Refer to page 19.) Manual and Seek Tuning • You can select the tuning method by changing the length of time you press the 2/3 button.
Basic Operation of Cassette Player Fast Forward/Rewind • To select Fast Forward, press the button for the same direction as the direction indicator. • To select Rewind, press the button for the opposite direction as the direction indicator. Note: • To release Fast Forward/Rewind, lightly press the 1 or ¡ button located on the opposite side of the one you pressed to Fast Forward or Rewind.
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 Fast Forward/Reverse...
Tuner Operation Local Seek Tuning This function selects only stations with especially strong signals. • Switch the Local ON/OFF with the LOCAL/BSM button. “LOC” Best Stations Memory (BSM) The BSM (Best Stations Memory) function stores stations in memory automatically. • Press the LOCAL/BSM button for 2 seconds to switch BSM ON.
Using the Cassette Player Radio Intercept This function allows you to listen to the radio during tape fast-forwarding/rewinding. • Switch the Radio Intercept ON/OFF with the button 6. “RI”...
Using Multi-CD Players Repeat Play 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. • Select the desired repeat play range pressing the LOCAL/BSM button for 2 seconds. Multi-CD player Repeat = One- track Repeat = Disc Repeat Play range...
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 conditions in all occupied seats. 1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Fader/Balance mode (FADER) in the Audio Menu.
Audio Adjustment Equalizer Curve Adjustment (EQ) You can adjust the currently selected equalizer curve settings as desired. Adjusted equalizer curve settings are memorized in “ (custom)”. 1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Equalizer mode (EQ) in the Audio Menu.
Front Image Enhancer Function (FIE) The F.I.E. (Front Image Enhancer) function is a simple method of enhancing front imaging by cutting mid- and high-range frequency output from the rear speakers, limiting their out- put to low-range frequencies. You can select the frequency you want to cut. Precaution: •...
Audio Adjustment Source Level Adjustment (SLA) The SLA (Source Level Adjustment) function prevents radical leaps in volume level when switching between sources. Settings are based on the FM volume level, which remains unchanged. 1. Compare the FM volume with the volume of the other source (e.g.
Detaching and Replacing the Front Panel Theft Protection The front panel of the head unit is detachable to discourage theft. Detaching the Front Panel 1. Eject the front panel. 2. To remove the front panel, pull its right-hand side toward you. Take care not to grip it tightly or drop it.
Initial Setting Entering the Initial Setting Menu With this menu, you can perform initial settings for this product. 1. Switch the source OFF. 2. Enter the Initial Setting Menu. Hold for 2 seconds 3. Select a desired mode. Each press changes the Mode ... 4.
Initial Setting Menu Functions The Initial Setting Menu features the following functions. Setting the Time This is the mode for setting the time on this product’s clock display. (Refer to page 20 for details concerning the clock display.) 1. Press the AUDIO button and select the Time setting mode in the Initial Setting Menu.
Initial Setting Changing the AM Tuning Step (AM) The tuning step employed in the tuner’s AM band can be switched between 9 kHz and 10 kHz per step. Reset the tuning step from 9 kHz (the factory preset step) to 10 kHz when using the tuner in North, Central or South America.
Other Functions Displaying the Time • To turn the time display ON with the source ON. The time display disappears temporarily when you perform another operation, but the time indication returns to the display after 25 seconds.
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.
Specifications General FM tuner Power source ..14.4 V DC (10.8 – 15.1 V allowable) Frequency range ........87.5 – 108 MHz Grounding system ........Negative type Usable sensitivity ............ 11 dBf (1.1 mV/75 W, mono, S/N: 30 dB) Max. current consumption ........8.5 A Dimensions 50 dB quieting sensitivity ........
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