Pioneer AVIC-Z150BH User manual

Operation Manual
MULTIMEDIA NAVIGATION RECEIVER
AVIC-Z150BH
AVIC-X950BH
AVIC-X850BT
AVIC-X8510BT
Notice to all users:
This software requires that the navigation system is
properly connected to your vehicle’s parking brake and
depending on your vehicle, additional installation may
be required. For more information, please contact your
Authorized Pioneer Electronics retailer or call us at
[phone].
Be sure to read Important Information for the User
first!
Important Information for the User includes the
important information that you must understand before
using this navigation system.
English

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.
Important
The screens shown in the examples may differ
from actual screens, which may be changed
without notice for performance and function
improvements.
Introduction
Manual overview 9
–How to use this manual 9
–Conventions used in this manual 9
–Terms used in this manual 9
Notice regarding video viewing 10
Notice regarding DVD-Video viewing 10
Notice regarding MP3 file usage 10
iPod compatibility 10
Map coverage 11
Protecting the LCD panel and screen 11
Notes on internal memory 11
–Before removing the vehicle
battery 11
–Data subject to erasure 11
Basic operation
Checking part names and functions 12
Protecting your product against theft 14
–Removing the detachable
faceplate 14
–Attaching the detachable faceplate 15
Adjusting the LCD panel angle 15
Inserting and ejecting a disc 15
–Inserting a disc (for AVIC-Z150BH) 15
–Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-Z150BH) 16
–Inserting a disc (for AVIC-X950BH,
AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-X8510BT) 16
–Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-X950BH, AVIC-
X850BT and AVIC-X8510BT) 16
Inserting and ejecting an SD memory
card 16
–Inserting an SD memory card (for AVIC-
Z150BH) 16
–Ejecting an SD memory card (for AVIC-
Z150BH) 17
–Inserting an SD memory card (for AVIC-
X950BH, AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-
X8510BT) 17
–Ejecting an SD memory card (for AVIC-
X950BH, AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-
X8510BT) 18
Plugging and unplugging a USB storage
device 18
–Plugging in a USB storage device 18
–Unplugging a USB storage device 18
Connecting and disconnecting an iPod 18
–Connecting your iPod 19
–Disconnecting your iPod 19
Startup and termination 19
On first-time startup 19
Regular startup 20
–A message about the map
database 20
Demonstration images 20
Temporarily clearing the screen (navigation
system in standby mode) 20
How to use the navigation menu
screens 22
Shortcut Menu 23
–Selecting the shortcut 23
–Removing a shortcut 23
Using the touch panel 24
–Using the common touch panel
keys 24
–Operating list screens (e.g. POI
list) 24
–Operating the on-screen keyboard 24
Swipe action 25
–Swipe action list 25
How to use the map
How to read the map screen 29
–Enlarged map of the intersection 30
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–The display while driving on the
freeway 31
Types of the road stored in the map
database 31
Operating the map screen 31
–Scrolling the map to the position you
want to see 31
–Viewing information about a specified
location 32
Switching the view mode 33
Switching the map orientation 33
Displaying one-way street marks 34
Displaying POI on the map 34
–Displaying preinstalled POIs on the
map 34
Registering a scale 35
Searching for and selecting a location
The basic flow of creating your route 36
Searching for a location by address 37
–Searching for a city name first 37
–Finding the location by specifying the
house number 38
–Searching by selected city history 39
Setting up a route to your home 39
Searching for Points of Interest (POI) 39
–Searching for a POI directly from the
name of the facilities 40
–Searching for a nearby POI 40
–Searching for POIs around the
destination 40
–Searching for POIs around the city 41
–Deleting the icons displayed after
searching for a nearby POI 42
Selecting destination from stored
locations 42
Selecting a location you searched for
recently 42
Searching for a location by coordinates 43
After the location is decided
Setting a route to your destination 44
–Displaying multiple routes 44
Checking and modifying the current
route
Displaying the route overview 45
Checking the current itinerary 45
Modifying the route calculation
conditions 46
–Items that users can operate 46
Editing waypoints 47
–Adding a waypoint 47
–Deleting a waypoint 47
–Sorting waypoints 48
Skipping a waypoint 48
Using the demonstration guidance 48
–Finishing the demonstration
guidance 49
Canceling the route guidance 49
Editing the data on the use of navigation
function
Registering and editing locations 50
–Storing favorite locations 50
–Editing registered locations 50
–Deleting a favorite location from the
list 50
–Deleting the destination history from
the list 51
Deleting learned routes 52
Deleting track logs 52
Using traffic information
Checking all traffic information 53
Checking traffic information on the
route 54
How to read traffic information on the
map 54
Setting an alternative route to avoid traffic
congestion 54
–Checking for traffic congestion
automatically 55
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Selecting the preferred RDS-TMC service
provider manually 55
Registering and connecting a Bluetooth
device
Preparing communication devices 56
Registering your Bluetooth devices 56
–Searching for nearby Bluetooth
devices 56
–Pairing from your Bluetooth
devices 58
–Deleting a registered device 59
Connecting a registered Bluetooth device
manually 59
–Setting for priority connecting 60
Using hands-free phoning
Displaying the phone menu 61
Making a phone call 61
–Direct dialing 61
–Calling a number in the phone
book 62
–Dialing from the history 63
–Redialing a call 64
–Dialing a favorite location 64
–Dialing a facility’s phone number 64
Receiving a phone call 65
–Answering an incoming call 65
Transferring the phone book 65
–Deleting registered contacts 66
–Deleting the history information 67
Changing the phone settings 67
–Editing the device name 67
–Editing the password 68
–Stopping Bluetooth wave
transmission 68
–Answering a call automatically 68
–Setting the automatic rejection
function 69
Notes for hands-free phoning 69
Basic operations of the AV source
Displaying the AV operation screen 71
–Selecting a source 71
Turning off the AV source 71
AV source plate display 72
Using the radio
Starting procedure 73
Reading the screen 73
Using the touch panel keys 73
–Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 74
–Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 74
Using advanced functions 75
–Tuning in strong frequencies 75
Operating by hardware buttons 75
HD Radio™reception
HD Radio stations 76
Starting procedure 76
Reading the screen 76
Using the touch panel keys 77
–Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 79
–Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 79
Storing song information to an iPod (iTunes
Tagging) 79
Using advanced functions 80
–Tuning in strong frequencies 80
–Switching the seek mode 80
–Switching the reception mode 80
Operating by hardware buttons 80
Playing audio CDs
Starting procedure 81
Reading the screen 81
Using the touch panel keys 82
Operating by hardware buttons 82
Playing music files on ROM
Starting procedure 83
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Reading the screen 83
Using the touch panel keys 84
Operating by hardware buttons 84
Playing a DVD-Video
Starting procedure 85
Reading the screen 85
Using the touch panel keys 86
–Resuming playback (Bookmark) 87
–Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 87
–Direct number search 88
–Operating the DVD menu 88
–Using the DVD menu by touch panel
keys 88
–Frame-by-frame playback 88
–Slow motion playback 89
–Changing the wide screen mode 89
Operating by hardware buttons 89
Playing a DivX video
Starting procedure 90
Reading the screen 90
Using the touch panel keys 90
–Frame-by-frame playback 91
–Slow motion playback 92
–Starting playback from a specified
time 92
–Changing the wide screen mode 92
Playing DivX®VOD content 93
Operating by hardware buttons 93
DVD-Video or DivX setup
Displaying DVD/DivX® Setup menu 94
Setting the top-priority languages 94
Setting the angle icon display 94
Setting the aspect ratio 95
Setting the parental lock 95
–Setting the code number and level 95
Setting the auto play 96
Setting the subtitle file for DivX 96
Language code chart for DVDs 97
Playing music files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 98
Reading the screen 98
Using the touch panel keys (Music) 99
Operating by hardware buttons 99
Playing video files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 100
Reading the screen 100
Using the touch panel keys (Video) 101
–Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 101
Operating by hardware buttons 102
Using an iPod (iPod)
Starting procedure 103
Reading the screen 103
Using the touch panel keys 104
Changing the wide screen mode 105
Operating by hardware buttons 106
Streaming Pandora®and using Aha
Radio
Information for compatibility of connected
devices 107
Starting procedure 107
–For iPhone users 107
–For smartphone users 108
Streaming Pandora®109
–Reading the screen 109
–Using the touch panel keys 110
–Operating by hardware buttons 110
Using Aha Radio 111
–Reading the screen 111
–Using the touch panel keys 112
–Functions coupled with Aha Radio and
the navigation system 113
Using the Bluetooth audio player
Starting procedure 114
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Reading the screen 114
Using the touch panel keys 115
Operating by hardware buttons 116
Using the SiriusXM tuner
Introducing SiriusXM tuner operations 117
–To subscribe to the SiriusXM Satellite
Radio service 117
Starting procedure 117
Reading the screen 117
Using the touch panel keys 118
–Storing broadcast channels 120
–Selecting a SiriusXM channel
directly 120
–Selecting a channel from the list 120
–Using the “Replay™”function 120
–Using the Tune Scan™121
Using advanced functions 121
–Setting the Tune Start™121
–Setting the parental lock 121
–Using the Content Alerts function
(such as Song Alerts, Artist Alerts and
Game Alerts) 122
Storing song information to an iPod (iTunes
Tagging) 123
Operating by hardware buttons 124
Using AV input
Reading the screen 125
Using AV1 125
Using AV2 125
Using the touch panel keys 125
Changing the wide screen mode 126
Using AppRadio Mode
Information for compatibility of connected
devices 128
Starting procedure 128
–For iPhone users 128
–For smartphone users 129
Using the keyboard 130
Using the sound mix function 130
Other functions 131
–Displaying the image of your
application (iPhone) 131
–Displaying the image of your
application (smartphone) 131
Customizing preferences
Displaying the information screen 132
Checking the connections of leads 132
Checking sensor learning status and driving
status 133
–Clearing status 134
Checking the device number 134
Checking the version information 134
Registering your home 134
Displaying the adjustment and correction
screen 135
Switching the muting/attenuation
timing 135
Switching the muting/attenuation level 136
Setting the Volume for Guidance and
Phone 136
Correcting the current location 136
Switching the road on which you are
driving 137
Displaying the screen for navigation function
settings 137
–Changing the road color 137
–Setting the scroll-Locked 2D (Normal)
View 137
–Displaying the 3D landmarks 138
–Setting the detailed city map 138
–Setting the barrier graphic for the city
map 138
–Setting the map color change between
day and night 139
–Displaying the track log 139
–Deleting the track log
automatically 139
–Setting the current street name
display 140
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–Setting the criteria of route
calculation 140
–Setting the use of toll roads 140
–Setting the use of ferries 140
–Setting the route calculation by
learning route 141
–Setting the route calculation allowing
for traffic congestion 141
–Setting the route calculation allowing
for time restrictions 141
–Setting the use of freeways 141
–Setting to select your route
automatically using the auto reroute
function 142
–Displaying the distance and estimated
time 142
–Setting the auto reroute function to
avoid traffic congestion 142
–Setting the auto-zoom display 143
–Changing the setting of the navigation
interruption screen 143
–Setting the App operation screen
interruption 143
–Changing the virtual speed of the
vehicle 143
–Changing the unit between km and
miles 144
–Displaying the traffic notification
icon 144
Changing the view mode 144
Displaying the screen for system
settings 144
–Selecting the language 145
–Setting the time difference 145
–Changing the preinstalled splash
screen 145
–Changing to the splash screen stored
on the SD memory card 146
–Adjusting the response positions of the
touch panel (touch panel
calibration) 147
–Setting the illumination color 147
–Displaying the icon for setting the rear
display output 148
Displaying the screen for AV system
settings 148
–Setting video input 1 (AV1) 149
–Setting video input 2 (AV2) 149
–Changing the screen size of SD/USB
video 149
–Displaying your DivX VOD registration
code 149
–Displaying your DivX VOD
deregistration code 150
Displaying the screen for AV sound
settings 150
–Using balance adjustment 150
–Adjusting loudness 151
–Using the equalizer 151
–Adjusting source levels 153
–Using the high pass filter 153
–Using the subwoofer output 154
–Enhancing bass (Bass Booster) 154
–Using sonic center control 154
Adjusting the equalizer curve automatically
(Auto EQ) 154
–Before operating the Auto EQ
function 155
–Performing Auto EQ 155
Displaying the screen for app settings 157
–Selecting the device connection
method 157
–Setting the keyboard language with
application for iPhone 157
Setting the rear output 158
Adjusting the picture 158
Selecting the video for rear display 159
Replicating the settings 160
Using the rear view camera functions 160
–Setting for rear view camera 161
–Setting guidelines on the rear view
image 161
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Other functions
Setting the anti-theft function 163
–Setting the password 163
–Entering the password 163
–Deleting the password 163
–Forgotten password 163
Restoring the navigation system to the
default or factory settings 164
–Restoring the default setting 164
–Restoring the navigation system to the
initial state 164
–Setting items to be deleted 165
Appendix
Troubleshooting 167
Messages for navigation functions 172
Messages for AV functions 173
Messages for Bluetooth functions 175
Positioning technology 176
–Positioning by GPS 176
–Positioning by dead reckoning 176
–How do GPS and dead reckoning work
together? 176
Handling large errors 177
–When positioning by GPS is
impossible 177
–Conditions likely to cause noticeable
positioning errors 178
Route setting information 180
–Route search specifications 180
Handling and care of discs 180
–Built-in drive and care 181
–Ambient conditions for playing a
disc 181
Playable discs 181
–DVD-Video and CD 181
–AVCHD recorded discs 182
–Playing DualDisc 182
–Dolby Digital 182
Detailed information for playable media 182
–Compatibility 182
–Media compatibility chart 185
Bluetooth 189
SiriusXM Radio READY Logo 189
HD Radio™Technology 189
SD and SDHC logo 189
WMA/WMV 190
DivX 190
AAC 190
Android™190
Detailed information regarding connected
iPod devices 190
–iPod and iPhone 190
–iTunes 191
Using app-based connected content 191
–Pandora®191
–Aha Radio 191
HDMI 191
MHL 192
Using the LCD screen correctly 192
–Handling the LCD screen 192
–Liquid crystal display (LCD)
screen 192
–Maintaining the LCD screen 192
–LED (light-emitting diode)
backlight 192
Display information 193
–Destination menu 193
–Phone menu 193
–Information menu 193
–Edit/Settings menu 194
–Edit menu 194
–Navi Settings menu 194
–AV Settings menu 195
–Setting according to source
menu 196
–App Settings menu 196
–System Settings menu 196
–Bluetooth Settings menu 197
Glossary 198
Specifications 201
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Manual overview
Before using this product, be sure to read Im-
portant Information for the User (a separate
manual) which contains warnings, cautions,
and other important information that you
should note.
The screen examples shown in this manual
are those for AVIC-Z150BH. The screens may
vary according to the models.
How to use this manual
Finding the operation procedure for
what you want to do
When you have decided what you want to do,
you can find the page you need from the Con-
tents.
Finding the operation procedure from
a menu name
If you want to check the meaning of an item
displayed on screen, you will find the neces-
sary page from the Display information at the
end of the manual.
Glossary
Use the glossary to find the meanings of
terms.
Conventions used in this manual
Before moving on, take a few minutes to read
the following information about the conven-
tions used in this manual. Familiarity with
these conventions will help you greatly as you
learn how to use your new equipment.
!Buttons on your navigation system are de-
scribed in ALL CAPITALS,BOLD letter-
ing:
e.g.)
HOME button, MODE button.
!Menu items, screen titles, and functional
components are described in bold with
double quotation marks “”:
e.g.)
“Destination”screen or “Phone”screen
!Touch panel keys that are available on the
screen are described in bold in brackets [ ]:
e.g.)
[Destination], [AV Source].
!Extra information, alternatives and other
notes are presented in the following for-
mat:
e.g.)
pIf the home location has not been stored
yet, set the location first.
!Functions of other keys on the same screen
are indicated with #at the beginning of the
description:
e.g.)
#If you touch [OK], the entry is deleted.
!References are indicated like this:
e.g.)
=For details of the operations, refer to
How to use the navigation menu screens
on page 22.
Terms used in this manual
“Front display”and “Rear display”
In this manual, the screen that is attached to
the body of this navigation unit will be referred
to as the “Front display”. Any additional screen
that is commercially available and can be con-
nected to this navigation unit will be referred
to as the “Rear display”.
“Video image”
“Video image”in this manual indicates mov-
ing images of DVD-Video, DivX®, iPod, and any
equipment that is connected to this system
with an RCA cable, such as general-purpose
AV equipment.
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Introduction

“External storage device (USB, SD)”
The SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
microSD card, microSDHC card and USB
memory device are collectively referred to as
the “external storage device (USB, SD)”. If it in-
dicates the USB memory only, it is referred to
as the “USB storage device”.
“SD memory card”
The SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
microSD card and microSDHC card are col-
lectively referred to as the “SD memory card”.
“iPod”
In this manual, iPod and iPhone will be re-
ferred to as “iPod”.
Notice regarding video
viewing
Remember that use of this system for com-
mercial or public viewing purposes may con-
stitute an infringement on the author’s rights
as protected by the Copyright Law.
Notice regarding DVD-
Video viewing
This item incorporates copy protection tech-
nology that is protected by U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights of Rovi
Corporation. Reverse engineering and disas-
sembly are prohibited.
Notice regarding MP3 file
usage
Supply of this product only conveys a license
for private, non-commercial use and does not
convey a license nor imply any right to use
this product in any commercial (i.e. revenue-
generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial,
satellite, cable and/or any other media), broad-
casting/streaming via internet, intranets and/
or other networks or in other electronic con-
tent distribution systems, such as pay-audio or
audio-on-demand applications. An indepen-
dent license for such use is required. For de-
tails, please visit
http://www.mp3licensing.com.
iPod compatibility
This product supports only the following iPod
models and iPod software versions. Others
may not work correctly.
Made for
!iPod touch (5th generation): iOS 6.0.1
!iPod touch (4th generation): iOS 6.0.1
!iPod touch (3rd generation): iOS 5.1.1
!iPod touch (2nd generation): iOS 4.2.1
!iPod touch (1st generation): iOS 3.1.3
!iPod classic 160GB (2009): Ver. 2.0.4
!iPod classic 160GB (2008): Ver. 2.0.1
!iPod classic 80GB: Ver. 1.1.2
!iPod nano (6th generation): Ver. 1.2
!iPod nano (5th generation): Ver. 1.0.2
!iPod nano (4th generation): Ver. 1.0.4
!iPod nano (3rd generation): Ver. 1.1.3
!iPhone 5: iOS 6.0.1
!iPhone 4S: iOS 6.0.1
!iPhone 4: iOS 6.0.1
!iPhone 3GS: iOS 6.0.1
!iPhone 3G: iOS 4.2.1
!iPhone: iOS 3.1.3
pWhen you use this navigation system with
a USB interface cable for iPod (sold sepa-
rately) that is appropriate for this product,
you can control an iPod compatible with
this navigation system.
pOperation methods may vary depending on
the iPod models and the software version
of iPod.
pDepending on the software version of the
iPod, it may not be compatible with this
equipment.
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For details about iPod compatibility with
this navigation system, refer to the informa-
tion on our website.
Map coverage
For details about the map coverage of this na-
vigation system, refer to the information on
our website.
Protecting the LCD panel
and screen
pDo not expose the LCD screen to direct
sunlight when this product is not used.
This may result in LCD screen malfunction
due to the resulting high temperatures.
pWhen using a cellular phone, keep the an-
tenna of the cellular phone away from the
LCD screen to prevent disruption of the
video in the form of spots, colored stripes,
etc.
pTo protect the LCD screen from damage, be
sure to touch the touch panel keys only
with your finger and do so gently.
Notes on internal memory
Before removing the vehicle
battery
If the battery is disconnected or discharged,
the memory will be erased and must be repro-
grammed.
pSome data remains. Be sure to read Setting
items to be deleted first.
=For details, refer to Setting items to be
deleted on page 165.
Data subject to erasure
The information is erased by disconnecting
the yellow lead from the battery (or removing
the battery itself).
pSome data remains. Be sure to read Setting
items to be deleted first.
=For details, refer to Setting items to be
deleted on page 165.
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Checking part names and functions
This chapter gives information about the names of the parts and the main features using the buttons.
AVIC-Z150BH (with the LCD panel closed)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
AVIC-Z150BH (with the LCD panel open)
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02 Basic operation

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1LCD screen
2VOL (+/–) button
Press to adjust the AV (Audio and Video)
source volume.
3MODE button
!Press to switch the screen to the AV op-
eration screen or the AppRadio Mode
screen.
=For details of the operations, refer to
How to use the navigation menu
screens on page 22.
!Press to switch between the AppRadio
Mode screen and the AV operation
screen.
=For details of the operations, refer to
How to use the navigation menu
screens on page 22.
!Press and hold to display the “Picture
Adjustment”screen.
=For details, refer to Adjusting the pic-
ture on page 158.
!Press and hold to display the touch
panel calibration screen while the “Pic-
ture Adjustment”screen is displayed.
=For details, refer to Adjusting the re-
sponse positions of the touch panel
(touch panel calibration) on page 147.
4HOME button
!Press the HOME button to display the
“Top Menu”screen while the map
screen, the AV operation screen, or the
application menu screen is displayed.
!Press to switch the application operation
screen to the application menu screen.
=For details of the operations, refer to
How to use the navigation menu screens
on page 22.
5MAP button
!Press to display the current location
when the navigation screen (showing
other than the current location) is dis-
played.
When the current location is displayed,
the screen changes to the registered
map scale. When the AV source screen
is displayed, it switches to the current lo-
cation screen.
=For details, refer to Registering a scale
on page 35.
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!Press and hold to temporarily clear the
screen regardless of whether it is the AV
source, the current location screen or
the AppRadio Mode screen.
=For details, refer to Temporarily clear-
ing the screen (navigation system in
standby mode) on page 20.
6TRK button
!Press to perform manual seek tuning,
fast forward, reverse and track search
controls.
!Press to perform the back and menu
function of the Android device when you
use the AppRadio Mode with an
Android device.
7hbutton
8Disc-loading slot
Insert a disc to play.
=For details, refer to Inserting and ejecting
a disc on page 15.
9SD card slot
=For details, refer to Inserting and ejecting
an SD memory card on page 16.
aDetachable faceplate
bbutton
Press to remove the detachable faceplate
from the navigation system.
=For details, refer to Removing the detach-
able faceplate on page 14.
Protecting your product
against theft
pThis function is available on AVIC-X950BH,
AVIC-X850BT, and AVIC-X8510BT.
The detachable faceplate can be detached
from the navigation system to discourage
theft, as described below.
CAUTION
!Do not expose the detachable faceplate to ex-
cessive shock or disassemble it.
!Never grip the buttons tightly or use force
when removing or attaching.
!Keep the detachable faceplate out of reach of
small children to prevent them from placing it
in their mouths.
!After removing the detachable faceplate, keep
it in a safe place so it is not scratched or da-
maged.
!Do not expose the detachable faceplate to di-
rect sunlight and high temperatures.
!When removing or attaching the detachable
faceplate, do so after turning off the ignition
switch (ACC OFF).
Removing the detachable
faceplate
pThe navigation system cannot be operated
while the detachable faceplate is removed
from the navigation system.
1 Press the button.
When you release your finger, the bottom of
the detachable faceplate separates slightly
from the navigation system.
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2 Gently grip the bottom of the detach-
able faceplate and slowly pull it outward.
Detachable faceplate
Attaching the detachable faceplate
1 Slide the detachable faceplate all the
way into the navigation system.
Make sure the detachable faceplate is se-
curely connected to the mounting hooks of
the navigation system.
2 Push the lower part of the detachable
faceplate until you hear a click.
If you fail to successfully attach the detach-
able faceplate to the navigation system, try
again but be careful not to force it as the
panel could be damaged.
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
pThis function is only available on AVIC-
Z150BH.
WARNING
Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when
opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel. Be
especially cautious of children’s hands and fin-
gers.
CAUTION
Do not open or close the LCD panel by force. This
may cause a malfunction.
1 Press the hbutton.
The “Monitor Setup”screen appears.
2 Touch or to adjust the
angle.
3 Touch .
pThe adjusted angle of the LCD panel will be
memorized and the LCD panel will automa-
tically return to that angle the next time the
LCD panel is opened or closed.
Inserting and ejecting a disc
Inserting a disc (for AVIC-Z150BH)
WARNING
!Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when
opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel.
Be especially cautious of children’s hands
and fingers.
!Do not use with the LCD panel left open. If the
LCD panel is left open, it may result in injury
in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
!Do not open or close the LCD panel by force.
This may cause a malfunction.
!Do not operate this navigation system until
the LCD panel has completely opened or
closed. If this navigation system is operated
while the LCD panel is opening or closing, the
LCD panel may stop at that angle for safety.
!Do not place a glass or can on the open LCD
panel. Doing so may break this navigation sys-
tem.
!Do not insert anything other than a disc into
the disc-loading slot.
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1 Press the hbutton.
The “Monitor Setup”screen appears.
2 Touch [Open].
The LCD panel opens, and the disc-loading
slot appears.
3 Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot.
The disc is loaded, and the LCD panel closes.
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-Z150BH)
1 Press the hbutton.
The “Monitor Setup”screen appears.
2 Touch [Disc Eject].
The LCD panel opens, and the disc is ejected.
3 Remove the disc, and press the hbut-
ton.
The LCD panel closes.
Inserting a disc (for AVIC-X950BH,
AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-X8510BT)
CAUTION
Do not insert anything other than a disc into the
disc-loading slot.
%Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot.
Ejecting a disc (for AVIC-X950BH,
AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-X8510BT)
%Press the hbutton.
The disc is ejected.
Inserting and ejecting an
SD memory card
CAUTION
!Ejecting an SD memory card during data
transfer can damage the SD memory card. Be
sure to eject the SD memory card by the pro-
cedure described in this manual.
!If data loss or corruption occurs on the sto-
rage device for any reason, it is usually not
possible to recover the data. Pioneer accepts
no liability for damages, costs or expenses
arising from data loss or corruption.
!Do not insert anything other than SD memory
cards.
pThis system is not compatible with the
Multi Media Card (MMC).
pCompatibility with all SD memory cards is
not guaranteed.
pThis unit may not achieve optimum perfor-
mance with some SD memory cards.
Inserting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-Z150BH)
CAUTION
!Do not press the hbutton when an SD mem-
ory card is not fully inserted. Doing so may da-
mage the card.
!Do not press the hbutton before an SD mem-
ory card has been completely removed. Doing
so may damage the card.
1 Press and hold the hbutton.
The LCD panel opens fully.
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2 Insert an SD memory card into the SD
card slot.
Insert it with the label surface face-up and
press the card until it clicks and completely
locks.
3 Press the hbutton.
The LCD panel closes.
Ejecting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-Z150BH)
1 Press and hold the hbutton.
The LCD panel opens fully.
2 Press the middle of the SD memory
card gently until it clicks.
3 Pull the SD memory card out straight.
4 Press the hbutton.
The LCD panel closes.
Inserting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-X950BH, AVIC-X850BT
and AVIC-X8510BT)
%Insert an SD memory card into the SD
card slot.
Insert the SD memory card with the terminal
contacts face-down, and press the card until it
clicks and locks completely.
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Ejecting an SD memory card
(for AVIC-X950BH, AVIC-X850BT
and AVIC-X8510BT)
1 Press the middle of the SD memory
card gently until it clicks.
2 Pull the SD memory card out straight.
Plugging and unplugging a
USB storage device
CAUTION
!To prevent data loss and damage to the sto-
rage device, never remove it from this naviga-
tion system 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.
pThis navigation system may not achieve op-
timum performance with some USB sto-
rage devices.
pConnection via a USB hub is not possible.
pA USB interface cable for iPod (sold sepa-
rately) is required for connection.
Plugging in a USB storage device
1 Pull out the plug from the USB port of
the USB interface cable for iPod.
2 Plug a USB storage device into the USB
interface cable for iPod.
USB interface cable for iPod
USB storage device
Unplugging a USB storage device
%Pull out the USB storage device after
checking that no data is being accessed.
Connecting and
disconnecting an iPod
CAUTION
!To prevent data loss and damage to the sto-
rage device, never remove it from this naviga-
tion system 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.
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Connecting your iPod
Using the USB interface cable for iPod en-
ables you to connect your iPod to the naviga-
tion system.
pA USB interface cable for iPod (sold sepa-
rately) is required for connection.
pFor details about iPod compatibility with
this navigation system, refer to the informa-
tion on our website.
pConnection via a USB hub is not possible.
1 Check that no USB storage device is
connected.
2 Connect your iPod.
USB interface cable for iPod
Disconnecting your iPod
%Pull out the USB interface cable for iPod
after checking that no data is being ac-
cessed.
Startup and termination
1 Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
pTo protect the LCD screen from damage, be
sure to touch the touch panel keys only
with your finger and do so gently.
2 Turn off the vehicle engine to termi-
nate the system.
The navigation system is also turned off.
On first-time startup
When you use the navigation system for the
first time, select the language that you want to
use.
1 Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
2 Touch the language that you want to
use on screen.
3 Touch the language that you want to
use for the voice guidance.
The navigation system will now restart.
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4 Read the terms carefully, checking the
details, and then touch [OK] if you agree to
the conditions.
The map screen appears.
Regular startup
%Start the engine to boot up the system.
After a short pause, the splash screen comes
on for a few seconds.
pThe screen shown will differ depending on
the previous conditions.
pIf the anti-theft function is activated, you
must enter your password.
pThe terms appear if the previous condition
was the navigation screen.
Read the terms carefully, checking the de-
tails, and then touch [OK] if you agree to
the conditions.
After you touch [OK], the screen that was
displayed just before turning off the ignition
switch (ACC OFF) is displayed.
A message about the map
database
After you start using this navigation system, a
message related to map data may be dis-
played.
pThis message is displayed the first time you
turn on the navigation system each month.
pTouch the message to close it or it will dis-
appear automatically after eight sec-
onds.
Demonstration images
If you do not operate this navigation system
for five minutes, demonstration images are
displayed.
pThe demonstration images will not be dis-
played if you drive after mounting this navi-
gation system.
Temporarily clearing the
screen (navigation system
in standby mode)
You can temporarily clear the screen at night
or when the screen is too bright.
%Press and hold the MAP button.
The screen is cleared temporarily.
pIf you touch the screen when the navigation
system is in standby mode, it reverts to the
original screen.
Also, if you press the MAP button, the
standby mode is canceled and the current
location screen is displayed. If you press
the MODE button, the standby mode is
canceled and the AV source screen is dis-
played.
pWhen the navigation system is in standby
mode, the navigation guidance does not
output the voice guidance. The audio sound
is output.
pThe standby mode is not canceled by turn-
ing ignition switch on or off.
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