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- Page 1 Warnings and caution signs, illustrated below, are posted throughout this manual as well as on the AVN20D. They show safe and correct ways to handle the product to prevent personal injury to you and others and avoid damage to property.Before reading through the manual, take time to read through and learn the important information listed in this section.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction How to use this manual ......8 Features ......... 10 MP3 player for music discs having 1/10 compression (Page 50) . - Page 3 Resetting DSP (acoustics) levels......23 Adjusting EQ (equalizer) ........24 Setting sound quality .
- Page 4 How to use HD Radio ......41 Listening to HD RADIO (IBOC) ......41 Selecting radio stations .
- Page 5 Selecting a music file ........51 Selecting with file change switch .
- Page 6 Repeating the current CD ......61 Playing songs in random order ......62 Playing songs on current CD in random order.
- Page 7 Skipping to the next or previous disc ..... 73 Replacing the battery ........74 For reference Information you should know .
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Page 8: Introduction
Introduction How to use this manual Section title A title is assigned for each section. Item title A number and title is assigned for each item. Operation title A title is assigned for each operation. Operation screen A screen showing the operation will appear. - Page 9 • Section heading Only the section heading will appear. Attention Additional points regarding the operations are given here.
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Page 10: Features
Introduction Features MP3 player for music discs having 1/10 compression (Page 50) Plays CD-R (recordable) discs that have been compiled in MP3 format. (MP3 is a format that enables recording of the songs of several albums onto a single CD-R.) DSP effects for simulating acoustics of various performance environments (Page 22) Provides ability to simulate the sensation of... -
Page 11: Selection And Display Of Favorite Wallpaper (Screen Backgrounds)
Selection and display of favorite wallpaper (screen backgrounds) (Page 30) Wallpaper of your choice can be switched and displayed for use as the background of the information screen and audio playback screens. The screen from a navigation unit can also be linked and selected. -
Page 12: System Additions
Introduction Features • SIRIUS tuner (Page 44) SIRIUS is a satellite broadcasting service offering music, news, sports and other programming with CD-quality sound; This is a paid subscription service. ● SIRIUS operation screen System additions • CD changer (Page 60) A CD changer enables non-stop playing of multiple discs, for convenience at times such as taking a long drive. -
Page 13: Before Using The Main Unit
Introduction Before using the main unit • Be very careful and pay full attention to safety when operating the audio controls while driving, otherwise accidents may occur. Also be sure to set volume so that you can still adequately hear sounds outside the vehicle. Improper use can contribute to a traffic accident. - Page 14 Introduction Before using the main unit • Do not apply excessive force to the monitor. Damage could result. • Do not place items such as cups or cans on top of the monitor, and do not leave the monitor tilted down when not in use.
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Page 15: About Discs
About discs • Water droplets can form on the inside of the main unit during cold or rainy weather in the same way car windows can fog up. (This is condensation.) When this happens, the audio can jump and playback can stop, so ventilate or dehumidify the vehicle for a short time before operating the equipment. -
Page 16: About Handling Discs
Introduction Before using the main unit About handling discs • Be sure to store discs in their cases and keep them out of direct sunlight. Discs can warp and become unusable. • Do not apply paper-based tape to either the recording side or label side of a disc. -
Page 17: About Rental Discs
About rental discs Cellophane tape • Do not use CD discs with attached cellophane tape, rental CD discs with glue protruding from labels or discs with the residue of peeled adhesives. Using discs with those conditions can prevent the player from properly Recorded surface opening and closing as well as cause other damage. -
Page 18: Basic Operation
Basic operation Switching mode The main unit can be used when the vehicle's ignition switch is on or in the ACC position. • The main unit supports use of a remote control. The optional remote control is sold separately and can be purchased at your local retailer. Refer to page 70 for instructions on operation of the remote control. -
Page 19: Operation Screen Of Each Mode
Basic operation Operation screen of each mode The operation screen for each mode will appear as shown below. ● AM radio operation screen ● FM radio operation screen ● HD RADIO (IBOC) operation screen (optional) ● SIRIUS operation screen (optional) ●... -
Page 20: Adjusting The Volume
Basic operation Adjusting the volume Adjusting main volume Press the VOLUME switch. Pressing will increase volume. VOLUME switch Pressing will decrease volume. • Each press of the switch will change the volume by two steps. When the volume reaches 50 or higher, the switch will change the volume by one step. -
Page 21: Adjusting Sound Quality
Basic operation Adjusting sound quality To adjust sound quality, touch the DSP, EQ or POS switch while the operation screen for a mode is displayed. Adjustments made in any mode will be saved and applied to all modes. CONT In the VTR mode display them either by pressing or by touching the screen. -
Page 22: Setting Dsp (Acoustics)
Basic operation Adjusting sound quality Setting DSP (acoustics) The DSP function reproduces the sensation of various factory set performance environments by adding reverberation to the music being played. DSP mode setting Touching the DSP touch switch brings up the acoustics mode screen as shown. -
Page 23: Resetting Dsp (Acoustics) Levels
Resetting DSP (acoustics) levels Default settings for the currently adjusted and saved DSP (acoustics) level can be reset. Touch until a beep is heard. • The accoustic level will be returned to default value (the default value is "0"). When adjusting the level for the currently selected DSP (acoustics) mode, the level will not be saved for other acoustics modes. -
Page 24: Adjusting Eq (Equalizer)
Basic operation Adjusting sound quality Adjusting EQ (equalizer) Adjusts sound quality to preferred characteristics according to the music genre and audio source. Setting sound quality Each factory set equalizer pattern can be selected and adjusted to preference. Touching the touch switch brings up the equalizer mode screen as shown in the table. -
Page 25: Adjusting And Saving Equalizer (Eq) Patterns
Adjusting and saving equalizer (EQ) patterns Apart from these preset equalizer patterns, you can adjust and record other equalizer patterns to suit your own sound preferences. Touch the screen and slowly draw the image of the preferred equalizer curve with your finger. ... -
Page 26: Setting Pos (Position Selector)
Basic operation Adjusting sound quality Setting POS (position selector) The stereophonic position for obtaining optimum acoustic effects can be adjusted to match the number and position of passengers. In addition, front-to-back, right-to-left volume balance can be adjusted for the selected position. -
Page 27: Adjusting Volume Balance
Adjusting volume balance The set position for front-to-back, right-to-left volume balance can be adjusted. Touch on the POSITION setting screen to display the volume balance adjustment screen. Touch the screen at the preferred balance point. • To make fine adjustments, touch CENTER •... -
Page 28: Setting The Beep Tone
Basic operation Adjusting sound quality Setting the BEEP tone The guide tone that is emitted when touching a panel switch or touch switch can be set to on or off. Touch SETTING on the INFORMATION screen. Touch of GUIDE TONE. •... -
Page 29: Setting Loudness
Setting LOUDNESS Audio can be modulated to correct for insufficient low and high sounds when listening at low volume. Touch SETTING on the INFORMATION screen. Touch LOUDNESS. • The pressed touch switch will become green. Touch ENTER... -
Page 30: Setting The Background Screen
Basic operation Setting the background screen The background for the audio screen, information screen and navigation screen can be changed to a preferred wallpaper. Setting the wallpaper Changing the wallpaper Touch SETTING on the INFORMATION screen. Touch of WALL PAPER. -
Page 31: Adjusting The Background Screen
Basic operation Adjusting the background screen Setting the opening screen The image displayed on the opening screen (which is displayed when the power is turned on) can be changed to your favorite one stored in a CD-R/RW. Changing the image on the opening screen ... -
Page 32: Adjusting/Setting The Screen
Basic operation Adjusting/setting the screen Quality adjustments can be made for the images such as the audio operation screen, navigation screen and VTR (optional). Displaying the image adjustment screen Contrast, brightness and other picture (only for VTR) settings can be made for viewing video or the audio operation screen. -
Page 33: How To Switch To Daytime Display When The Lights Are On
Press on the audio mode screen or VTR screen. DISP Touch after making any adjustments. ENTER • If no adjustments are made after 20 or more seconds, the image quality adjustment screen will be canceled. ● When adjusting audio operation screen ●... -
Page 34: Adjusting Image Quality
Basic operation Adjusting/setting the screen Adjusting image quality The day screen and night screen can be separately adjusted (on the audio operation screen, the navigation screen, and the VTR screen). ● When adjusting audio operation screen or ● When adjusting VTR screen navigation screen ■... - Page 35 ■ NORMAL mode ■ WIDE 1 mode The screen is shown with vertical to The screen for vertical to horizontal ratio horizontal ratio of 3 to 4 (normal TV of 3 to 4 (normal TV screen size) is screen size) and side edges are black. uniformly expanded in the left and right directions.
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Page 36: How To Operate The Tuner
How to operate the tuner How to use the AM / FM radio Button (SOURCE) MENU Preset Button Switches TUNE TRACK Button AUTO.P Switch Listening to the AM/FM radio Press (SOURCE) MENU Touch to receive AM radio, or to receive FM radio. -
Page 37: Selecting Radio Stations
Selecting radio stations Manual selection Press • Each pressing of the switch moves the frequency one step up or down. (One step on the AM band is 10kHz. One step on the FM band is 0.2MHz.) (up switch): Raises frequency (down switch): Lowers frequency Automatic selection ... -
Page 38: Saving Radio Stations
How to operate the tuner How to use the AM / FM radio Saving radio stations There are two modes for saving radio stations, manual and AUTO.P, and these modes operate independently. Saving manually Confirm that "AUTO.P" is not displayed in the upper part of the screen. AUTO.P •... - Page 39 About AUTO.P Because AUTO.P temporarily saves stations for the preset switches, stations saved manually will remain in memory even if AUTO.P is used. By manually saving stations that are used regularly, these manually saved stations can be restored even after AUTO.P has been used, such as after traveling. AUTO.P Touching while AUTO.P is being used or after AUTO.P has been used...
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Page 40: Turning Off The Radio
How to operate the tuner How to use the AM / FM radio Turning off the radio Press • Pressing again will turn on the radio and resume reception of the radio station (frequency) received before power was turned off. -
Page 41: How To Use Hd Radio
How to operate the tuner How to use HD Radio When an optional HD RADIO (High Definition Radio) tuner is connected, HD RADIO (High Definition Radio) broadcasts can be received. MODE Button Switch (SOURCE) MENU Preset Button Switches TUNE TRACK Button AUTO.P Switch... -
Page 42: Selecting Radio Stations
How to operate the tuner How to use HD Radio Selecting radio stations Manual selection Press • Each pressing of the switch moves the frequency one step up or down. (One step on the AM band is 10kHz. One step on the FM band is 0.2MHz. (up switch): Raises frequency (down switch): Lowers frequency Automatic selection... -
Page 43: Saving Radio Stations
Saving radio stations There are two modes for saving radio stations, manual and AUTO.P, and these modes operate independently. Saving manually Refer to "How to use the AM / FM radio" on page 38. Saving with AUTO.P Refer to "How to use the AM / FM radio" on page 38. Changing stations saved by AUTO.P Refer to "How to use the AM / FM radio"... -
Page 44: How To Use The Sirius Satellite Radio
How to operate the tuner How to use the SIRIUS satellite radio When an optional SIRIUS satellite radio tuner is connected, SIRIUS satellite radio broadcasts can be received. Button (SOURCE) MENU Preset Button Switches TUNE TRACK UP/DOWN Button DIRECT BAND Switch Switch CATEGORY... -
Page 45: Changing The Sirius Band
Changing the SIRIUS band Touch BAND on the SIRIUS operation screen. • The BAND changes. [SIRIUS 1] → [SIRIUS 2] → [SIRIUS 3] ... → return to [SIRIUS 1] Selecting the channel you want to listen to Selecting from the available categories ... -
Page 46: Displaying Information About The Current Broadcast
How to operate the tuner How to use the SIRIUS satellite radio Displaying information about the current broadcast During SIRIUS broadcasts, information including the channel name, the album name, the title, and the artist can be displayed for the current track. ... -
Page 48: How To Operate The Cd Player
How to operate the CD player How to use the CD player Button (SOURCE) MENU Button Track selection (track start point)/ Fast-forward (rewind) Button Fast-forward (rewind) switches Repeat Random Scan Switch Switch Switch Listening to a CD When a CD is inserted into the disc slot, it automatically starts playing. ... -
Page 49: Fast-Forwarding/Rewinding
Fast-forwarding/rewinding It is possible to fast-forward/rewind the song played currently. Press until a beep is heard, or touch and hold (up): Fast-forwards (down): Rewinds The main unit switches to the fast-forward (rewind) mode when the beep is heard and will continue fast-forwarding (rewinding) until your finger is removed from the switch. -
Page 50: How To Operate The Mp3 Player
How to operate the MP3 player How to use the MP3 player For safety considerations, some functions are disabled while the vehicle is in motion. Button (SOURCE) MENU File changing Button Switches Track selection (track start point)/ Fast-forward (rewind) Button Repeat Random Scan... -
Page 51: Playing Mp3
Playing MP3 When a CD is inserted into the disc slot, it automatically starts playing. Press (SOURCE) MENU while a disc is inserted. Touch • Playback will begin. • The CD player screen will be shown for about 2 seconds as the system checks whether the inserted CD is a music CD or an MP3 disc. -
Page 52: Changing Display Of The Current Level
How to operate the MP3 player How to use the MP3 player • If sound data and MP3 data are mixed on the same disc, only the data recorded in the first session can be played. • When MP3 is being played, navigation operation will become slower. This is not a malfunction of the system. -
Page 53: Repeating The Same Music File
Refer to page 50 for an example of MP3 file structure. When the display shows the folder and files of the second level ( HOME of the third level is being played, touching will show the folder and files of the third level ( Repeating the same music file ... -
Page 54: About Display Of File Information
How to operate the MP3 player How to use the MP3 player About display of file information Folder names and file information (album name and song titles) recorded on the disc can be displayed. The number of characters that can be displayed is as shown below. Screen Display Folder/file names Music file information... -
Page 55: About Mp3
About MP3 MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format for audio compression technology. By using MP3, a file can be compressed to one-tenth the size of the original. This unit has limitations on MP3 file standards and recorded media and formats that can be used. -
Page 56: Format Of Discs
How to operate the MP3 player How to use the MP3 player Format of discs The format of discs to be used must be as following: • Disc format CD-ROM (MODE 1) • File format ISO9660 Level 1 or Level 2 ROMEO system, JOLIET system MP3 files recorded in a format other than the one explained above may result in files that cannot be played normally and in file names and folder names that do not display properly. -
Page 57: File Names
File names Only files with the MP3 file extension ".mp3" can be recognized as MP3 and played. Be sure to save MP3 files with the ".mp3" file extension. Use half-width English capital letters to write "MP" of the extension. Multi-sessions Multisessions are supported and CD-R/RW with recorded MP3 files can be played. -
Page 58: Making And Playing Mp3 Files
How to operate the MP3 player How to use the MP3 player Making and playing MP3 files MP3 files created by recording broadcasts, records, audio recordings, video recordings or live performances cannot be used for purposes other than personal entertainment without permission of the copyright holder as set forth in copyright law. -
Page 60: How To Use The Cd Changer
How to operate the CD changer How to use the CD changer An optional CD changer can be connected and used. Button (SOURCE) MENU Disc changing switches Button Track selection (track start point) Fast-forward (rewind) Button Fast-forward (rewind) switches Disc Disc Disc scan repeat... -
Page 61: Selecting A Cd
Selecting a CD A CD can be selected from among all the discs on a changer. Touch one of the disc changing switches. • The number for the selected CD will change color. Searching for a song or CD from all CDs in changer Searching for a song Refer to "How to use the CD player"... -
Page 62: Playing Songs In Random Order
How to operate the CD changer How to use the CD changer Playing songs in random order Playing songs on current CD in random order Refer to "How to use the CD player" (Page 49). Playing songs on all CDs in random order ... -
Page 64: Viewing The Vtr
How to operate the VTR How to use the VTR Connecting a VTR deck enables watching of video tapes. Videos can be played only if the vehicle is completely stopped in a safe location with the parking brake set and the ignition switch turned to ON or ACC. -
Page 66: About The Steering Wheel Switches
How to use the steering wheel switch About the steering wheel switches On vehicles equipped with steering wheel switches, these easy-access switches can be used to perform the main audio and other operations. Function names and summaries Volume switch Channel selection (radio) switches Track selection (CD/CD changer, MP3 mode) switch Mode selection switch... -
Page 67: Radio Operations
Radio operations Switch Name Function Explanation of operation • Calls up the preset Pressing (∧)/(∨) briefly: broadcast channels in Used to select the next (∧) Channel order. (previous) preset channel (∨) selection switch • Pressing the switch until it Pressing (∧)/(∨) for longer: beeps starts automatic Starts automatic channel channel selection. -
Page 68: Cd Changer Operations
How to use the steering wheel switch About the steering wheel switches CD changer operations Switch Name Function Explanation of operation • Selects the next track or Pressing (∧)/(∨) briefly: previous track or Used to select the next track beginning of the current (∧) Track selection or previous track. -
Page 70: How To Use An Optional Remote Control (Rmc105)
How to use an optional remote control How to use an optional remote control (RMC105) Precautions in use of the remote control • Be careful when handling the remote control, especially because it is small and light. Dropping or striking it hard may damage it, wear out the battery or cause a malfunction. -
Page 71: Turning The Power On/Off
button button Remote-Control light button receptor MUTE button Turning the power on/off When the power is turned on, the state used when the power was turned off such as CD and tuner will be restored. Press • The power turns on or off each time the button is pressed. When the main unit is shut down, the remote control will not work. -
Page 72: Switching Playback Modes
How to use an optional remote control How to use an optional remote control (RMC105) MODE button PRESET•CH button TUNE•SEEK button Switching playback modes Press MODE • Press the button to switch modes in the following sequence: AM → FM →CD(MP3) →CD Changer1 →CD Changer2 →VTR →SIRIUS How to play the tuner Select the tuner mode first. -
Page 73: Switching Cd Changer Modes
BAND button DISC button TRACK button How to play CDs Switching CD Changer modes Select the CD Changer mode first. Press BAND BAND When two CD changers are connected, press to change modes from CD changer 1 → CD changer 2. Advancing to the next track or returning to the beginning of the track being played Select the CD or CD Changer mode first. -
Page 74: Replacing The Battery
How to use an optional remote control How to use an optional remote control (RMC105) Replacing the battery To prevent accidents, store batteries out of the reach of children. If a child has swallowed one, consult a doctor immediately. Use two AAA-size batteries. ... -
Page 76: Information You Should Know
For reference Information you should know If one of these messages appears If any of the following messages are displayed, check the equipment while referring to the Cause and Corrective action columns. Messages Cause Corrective action The CD changer is searching for Wait until the unit has finished CD SEEK discs when a magazine has been... - Page 77 Messages Cause Corrective action The SIRIUS antenna is Check the connection of the ANTENNA disconnected. SIRIUS antenna. Try receiving the signal again Displayed when the signal is ACQUIRING in the place where there are lost (during access). no obstacles. You are tuned to a valid Subscribe to SIRIUS.
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Page 78: Before Asking For Repairs
For reference Information you should know Before asking for repairs Slight differences in operation can sometimes be mistaken for malfunctions, so check the following table before asking for any repairs. If the following fail to solve the problem, contact the place of purchase. Problem Possible reason Corrective action... -
Page 79: Glossary
For reference Glossary This is a disc that can only be recorded once. CD-R Recorded data cannot be deleted. There are two (Compact Disc Recordable) types of CD-R, one having capacity of 650MB (74 minutes of music), the same as a regular CD, and the other having capacity of 700MB (80 minutes of music). -
Page 80: Index By Topic
For reference Index by topic About screen and sound adjustment [Regarding screen adjustment] To make the audio operation screen or VTR screen easier to see "Adjusting/setting the screen" ....... . P32 To turn off the screen "Turning off the screen"... -
Page 81: Usage When An Hd Radio (Iboc) Tuner Is Connected
Usage when an HD RADIO (IBOC) tuner is connected To listen to HD RADIO (IBOC) "Listening to HD RADIO (IBOC)" ......P41 To search for a radio station "Selecting radio stations"... -
Page 82: About Using The Mp3 Player
For reference Index by topic About using the MP3 player To play an MP3 file "Playing MP3"..........P51 To select a music file "Selecting a music file"... -
Page 83: About Using The Vtr
About using the VTR To use the VTR "How to use the VTR" ........P64 Useful functions To operate the audio system by fingertip operations while driving "About the steering wheel switches"... -
Page 84: Index
For reference INDEX Adjusting sound quality ..23 IBOC ........43 Adjusting the volume ..22 AUTO.P ......40, 45 Night screen .......35 NORMAL mode ....37 BRIGHT ......36 POS (position selector) ..28 CD-R (CD-Recordable) ..17 CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) ..17 COLOR ....... - Page 85 Wallpaper (background) ..32 WIDE 1 mode ..... 37 WIDE 2 mode ..... 37 WIDE 3 mode ..... 37...
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