Pioneer AVH-P7500DVD User manual

Operation Manual
7 inch Wide Fully Motorized LCD Color Display with 5-
Channel High-Power DVD/VCD/CD eceiver
AVH-P7500DVD II
English

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate
your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this man-
ual in a safe place for future reference.
Be sure to read this
!Playable discs 8
!DVD video disc region numbers 9
!When an operation is prohibited 12
Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFE UARDS 6
To ensure safe driving 6
To avoid battery exhaustion 7
Before You Start
About this unit 8
About this manual 9
In case of trouble 9
Features 9
To protect the LCD screen 11
For viewing LCD comfortably 11
Condition memory 11
What the marks on DVDs indicate 11
Resetting the microprocessor 12
Use and care of the remote control 12
Feature demo 13
Whats What
Head unit 14
Remote control 16
Basic Operations
Turning the unit on and selecting a
source 19
Loading a disc 20
Adjusting the volume 20
Turning the unit off 20
Using the rear display 20
Displaying the navigation image 21
Touch panel key basic operation 22
Opening and closing the LCD panel 23
Changing the wide screen mode 24
Adjusting the picture adjustment 25
Protecting your unit from theft 26
Tuner
Listening to the radio 27
Introduction of advanced tuner
operation 28
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 28
Tuning in strong signals 28
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 29
DS
Introduction of RDS operation 30
Switching the RDS display 30
Selecting alternative frequencies 31
Receiving traffic announcements 32
Using PTY functions 32
Using radio text 33
PTY list 35
Playing DVD audio discs
Listening to a DVD audio 36
Operating the DVD menu 37
Skipping back or forward to another
group 37
Stopping playback 37
Introduction of advanced DVD audio
operation 38
Repeating play 38
Playing tracks in a random order 38
Scanning tracks 38
Pausing DVD audio playback 39
Browsing still pictures 39
Frame-by-frame playback 39
Slow motion playback 40
Searching for a desired track or group 40
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Changing audio language during playback
(Multi-audio) 41
Changing the subtitle language during
playback (Multi-subtitle) 41
Changing the viewing angle during playback
(Multi-angle) 41
Using the dynamic range control 42
Playing DVD video discs
Watching a DVD video 43
Operating the DVD menu 44
Skipping back or forward to another title 44
Stopping playback 44
Introduction of advanced DVD video
operation 45
Repeating play 45
Pausing DVD video playback 45
Frame-by-frame playback 45
Slow motion playback 46
Searching for a desired scene, starting
playback from a specified time 46
Changing audio language during playback
(Multi-audio) 47
Changing the subtitle language during
playback (Multi-subtitle) 47
Changing the viewing angle during playback
(Multi-angle) 48
Using the dynamic range control 48
Playing Video CDs
Watching a Video CD 49
Operating the menu 50
Stopping playback 50
Introduction of advanced Video CD
operation 51
Repeating play 51
Pausing Video CD playback 51
Frame-by-frame playback 52
Slow motion playback 52
Searching for a desired scene, starting
playback from a specified time 52
Selecting audio output 53
Playing CDs
Listening to a CD 54
Stopping playback 54
Introduction of advanced CD operation 55
Repeating play 55
Playing tracks in a random order 55
Scanning tracks of a CD 55
Pausing CD playback 56
Entering disc titles 56
Using CD TEXT functions 57
Playing MP3
Listening to MP3 58
Stopping playback 59
Introduction of advanced MP3 operation 59
Repeating play 60
Playing tracks in a random order 60
Scanning folders and tracks 60
Pausing MP3 playback 60
Displaying text information on MP3
discs 61
Scrolling text information in the display 61
Selecting tracks from the file name list 61
Multi-CD Player
Listening to a CD 62
50-disc multi-CD player 62
Introduction of advanced multi-CD player
operation 63
Repeating play 63
Playing tracks in a random order 63
Scanning CDs and tracks 64
Pausing CD playback 64
Using ITS playlists 64
Using disc title functions 66
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Using CD TEXT functions 67
Using compression and bass emphasis 67
DAB tuner
Listening to the DAB 69
Introduction of advanced DAB tuner
operation 70
Switching the DAB display 70
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 71
Setting the announcement support
interruption 71
Selecting services from the available service
list 72
Searching for service by available PTY
information 72
Switching primary or secondary service
component 72
Switching the service follow 72
Using dynamic label 72
TV tuner
Watching the television 74
Introduction of advanced TV tuner
operation 75
Storing and recalling broadcast stations 75
Storing the strongest broadcast stations
sequentially 75
Selecting the country group 76
DVD Player
Playing a disc 77
Turning the DVD player on or off 78
Selecting a disc 78
Introduction of advanced DVD player
operation 78
Repeating play 78
Pausing disc playback 79
Playing tracks in a random order 79
Scanning tracks of a CD 79
Using ITS playlists 79
Using disc title functions 79
Audio Adjustments
Introduction of audio adjustments 80
Using the equalizer 81
Using the auto-equalizer 82
Using the position selector 83
Using balance adjustment 83
Adjusting source levels 83
Using the direct control 84
Using the Dolby Pro Logic II 84
Setting the speaker setting 85
Selecting a cut-off frequency 86
Adjusting the speaker output levels 86
Adjusting the speaker output levels using a
test tone 86
Using the time alignment 87
Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and
auto-equalizing) 88
Setting up the DVD player
Introduction of DVD setup adjustments 91
Setting the subtitle language 91
Setting the audio language 92
Setting the menu language 92
Setting assist subtitles on or off 92
Setting angle icon display 93
Setting the aspect ratio 93
Setting the parental lock 93
To play back bonus groups 94
Setting remote control code type 94
Initial Settings
Adjusting initial settings 96
Setting the FM tuning step 96
Switching Auto PI Seek 96
Switching the warning tone 96
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Switching the auxiliary setting 97
Correcting distorted sound 97
Switching the sound muting/attenuation 97
Switching the automatic disc playback 97
Switching the dimmer setting for sub-
display 98
Resetting the audio functions 98
Mixing navigation voice/beep and audio
sound 98
Other Functions
Introduction of setup adjustments 99
Setting the video input 99
Setting for rear view camera 99
Setting the clock 100
Setting the automatic open function 100
Adjusting the LCD panel slide position 101
Setting the video of rear display 101
Displaying the navigation image on rear
display 101
Using the AUX source 101
Switching the background display 102
Additional Information
Troubleshooting 104
Error messages 106
Understanding auto TA and EQ error
messages 107
DVD player and care 108
DVD discs 108
CD-R/CD-RW discs 108
MP3 files 109
Using the display correctly 110
Language code chart for DVD 112
Terms 113
Specifications 116
Index 118
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read all of these instructions regarding
your display and retain them for future refer-
ence.
1ead this manual fully and carefully be-
fore operating your display.
2Keep this manual handy as a reference for
operating procedures and safety informa-
tion.
3Pay close attention to all warnings in this
manual and follow the instructions care-
fully.
4Do not allow other persons to use this sys-
tem until they have read and understood
the operating instructions.
5Do not install the display where it may (i)
obstruct the drivers vision, (ii) impair the
performance of any of the vehicles oper-
ating systems or safety features, includ-
ing air bags, hazard lamp buttons or (iii)
impair the drivers ability to safely oper-
ate the vehicle.
6As with any accessory in your vehicles in-
terior, the display should not divert your
attention from the safe operation of your
vehicle. If you experience difficulty in op-
erating the system or reading the display,
please park safely before making adjust-
ments.
7Do not attempt to install or service your
display by yourself. Installation or servi-
cing of the display by persons without
training and experience in electronic
equipment and automotive accessories
may be dangerous and could expose you
to the risk of electric shock or other ha-
zards and can cause damage to the sys-
tem that is not covered by warranty.
8Please remember to wear your seat belt at
all times while operating your vehicle. If
you are ever in an accident, your injuries
can be considerably more severe if your
seat belt is not properly buckled.
To ensure safe driving
WA NING
!LIGHT G EEN LEAD AT POWE CON-
NECTO IS DESIGNED TO DETECT
PA KED STATUS AND MUST BE CON-
NECTED TO THE POWE SUPPLY SIDE
OF THE PA KING B AKE SWITCH. IM-
P OPE CONNECTION O USE OF
THIS LEAD MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE
LAW AND MAY ESULT IN SE IOUS IN-
JU Y O DAMAGE.
!To avoid the risk of accident and the potential
violation of applicable laws, the front DVD or
TV (sold separately) feature should never be
used while the vehicle is being driven. Also,
rear displays should not be in a location
where it is a visible distraction to the driver.
!In some countries or states the viewing of
images on a display inside a vehicle even by
persons other than the driver may be illegal.
Where such regulations apply, they must be
obeyed.
This unit detects whether your vehicles park-
ing brake is engaged or not, and prevents you
from watching a DVD or TV on the front dis-
play while driving. When you attempt to watch
a DVD or TV, the warning VIDEO VIEWING IS
NOT AVAILABLE WHILE DRIVING will appear
on the front display.
To watch a DVD or TV on the front display, park
your vehicle in a safe place and apply the park-
ing brake.
When using a disp ay
connected to REAR OUT
This unitsREAR OUT is for connection of a
display to enable passengers in the rear seats
to watch the DVD or TV.
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WA NING
NEVE install the rear display in a location that
enables the driver to watch the DVD or TV while
driving.
To avoid battery exhaustion
Be sure to run the vehicle engine while using
this unit. Using this unit without running the
engine can result in battery drainage.
WA NING
Do not use with vehicles that do not feature an
ACC position.
Precautions
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Precautions

About this unit
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allo-
cated for use in Western Europe, Asia, the
Middle East, Africa and Oceania. Use in other
areas may result in poor reception. The RDS
(radio data system) function operates only in
areas with FM stations broadcasting RDS sig-
nals.
CAUTION
!Do not allow this unit to come into contact
with liquids. Electrical shock could result.
Also, this unit damage, smoke, and overheat
could result from contact with liquids.
!This product contains a laser diode of higher
class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do
not remove any covers or attempt to gain ac-
cess to the inside of the product. Refer all ser-
vicing to qualified personnel.
ACLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is affixed
to the bottom of this unit.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
!The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in
ermany.
!Keep this manual handy as a reference for op-
erating procedures and precautions.
!Always keep the volume low enough so that
you can hear sounds from outside the vehicle.
!Protect this unit from moisture.
!If the battery is disconnected or discharged,
the preset memory will be erased and must be
reprogrammed.
P ayab e discs
DVD, Video CD and CD discs that display the
logos shown below can be played back on this
player.
DVD audio
DVD video
Video CD
CD
Notes
!is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Li-
censing Corporation.
!This player can only play back discs bearing
the marks shown above.
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DVD video disc region numbers
DVD video discs that have incompatible region
numbers cannot be played on this player. The
region number of the player can be found on
the bottom of this unit.
The illustration below shows the regions and
corresponding region numbers.
When combined with a Pioneer
navigation unit
When you use this unit with the Pioneer DVD
navigation unit, make sure that you use the
map disc CNDV-30 or later. This manual ex-
plains the operations with the combined use
of them.
If you do not use the map disc CNDV-30 but
use an older version with the navigation unit,
this unit may have some failures or inconve-
niences as follows:
!ENTERTAINMENT button and WIDE button
cannot function as NAVI MENU button
and NAVI button.
!NAVI (navigation unit), such as DVD video
from the combined Pioneer navigation unit
with DVD video playback, cannot be se-
lected as a source.
!In NAVI MIXING, the settings other than
ALL cannot be selected.
!Voice-recognition control system of the
combined Pioneer navigation unit cannot
function properly. The voice operation for
navigation can be used, but the voice op-
eration related to AV equipment cannot be
used.
!Route guidance of the combined Pioneer
navigation unit cannot function properly
when some other source images are dis-
played. uidance by voice can be obtained,
but on guidance by display (e.g. switching
to an enlarged map of an intersection) can-
not be obtained.
!NAVI BG PICT (navigation unit wallpaper)
cannot be selected as a background dis-
play.
About this manua
This unit features a number of sophisticated
functions ensuring superior reception and op-
eration. All the functions have been designed
for the easiest possible use, but many are not
self-explanatory. This operation manual will
help you benefit fully from this units potential
and to maximize your listening enjoyment.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself
with the functions and their operation by read-
ing through the manual before you begin
using this unit. It is especially important that
you read and observe WA NINGs and CAU-
TIONs in this manual.
In case of troub e
Should this product fail to operate properly,
contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pio-
neer Service Station.
Features
Touch pane key operation
It is possible to operate this unit by using
touch panel key.
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Before You Start

DVD audio p ayback
It is possible to play back DVD audio.
DVD video p ayback
It is possible to play back DVD video, DVD-R
(video mode) and DVD-RW (video mode).
Video CDs featuring PBC compatibi ity
It is possible to play back Video CDs featuring
PBC (playback control).
CD p ayback
Music CD/CD-R/CD-RW playback is possible.
MP3 fi e p ayback
You can play back MP3 files recorded on CD-
ROM/CD-R/CD-RW (ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2
standard recordings).
!Supply of this product only conveys a li-
cense 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 broad-
casting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or
any other media), broadcasting/streaming
via internet, intranets and/or other net-
works or in other electronic content distri-
bution systems, such as pay-audio or
audio-on-demand applications. An inde-
pendent license for such use is required.
For details, please visit
http://www.mp3licensing.com.
NTSC/PAL compatibi ity
This unit is NTSC/PAL system compatible.
When connecting other components to this
unit, be sure components are compatible with
the same video system otherwise images will
not be correctly reproduced.
Do by Digita /DTS compatibi ity
You can enjoy the atmosphere and excitement
provided by DVD movie and music software
featuring 5.1 channel recordings.
!Manufactured under license from Dolby La-
boratories. Dolby,Pro Logic, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
!DTSand DTS Digital Surroundare regis-
tered trademarks of Digital Theater Sys-
tems, Inc.
Mu ti-aspect
Switching between wide screen, letterbox and
panscan display is possible.
Mu ti-audio
You can switch between multiple audio sys-
tems recorded on a DVD as desired.
Mu ti-subtit e
You can switch between multiple subtitle lan-
guages recorded on a DVD as desired.
Mu ti-ang e
You can switch between multiple viewing an-
gles of a scene recorded on a DVD as desired.
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