Pioneer Premier DEX-P9 User manual

Multi-CD/DVD control CD player
with FM/AM tuner
Owner’s Manual
DEX-P9
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This product conforms to CEMA cord colors.

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Contents
Dear Customer ............................................ 4
Key Finder .................................................... 5
Head Unit .......................................................... 5
Remote Controller ............................................ 5
Opening and Closing
the Remote Controller Cover .................... 6
-When the Cover is Closed
-When the Cover is Open
Remote Controller and Care .................... 8
Using the Remote Controller ............................ 8
Batteries ............................................................ 8
Before Using This Product ...................... 9
About This Product .......................................... 9
About This Manual ............................................ 9
Important .......................................................... 9
Precaution ........................................................ 10
Resetting the Microprocessor .......................... 10
After-sales Service for Pioneer Products ........ 11
About the XM READY mark .......................... 12
Detaching and Replacing
the Front Panel .................................. 13
Theft Protection .............................................. 13
-Detaching the Front Panel
-Replacing the Front Panel
-Warning Tone
Setting Up the Environment
for Use ................................................ 15
Setting Up the Environment for Use .............. 15
Operation at the Initial Setting Screen ............ 15
-Accessing the Initial Setting Screen
-Exit from the Initial Setting Screen
Setting the Clock ............................................ 17
-Switching to the Clock Adjustment Screen
-Setting the Clock
-Setting the Clock by Time Signal
-Off Clock
-Returns to the Initial Setting Screen
Setting the Display .......................................... 19
-Switching to the Display Setting Screen
-Setting the Brightness
-Setting the Dimmer
-Selecting the Wallpaper
-Selecting the Reverse Mode
-Returns to the Initial Setting Screen
Setting the General Environment .................... 21
-Switching to the General Environment
Setting Screen
-Switching the AUX Mode
-Setting the Warning Tone
-Turning the Confirmation Sound ON/OFF
-Returns to the Initial Setting Screen
Setting the Menu Lock .................................... 22
-About the Menu Lock
-Switching to the Menu Lock ON/OFF
Basic Operation ...................................... 23
To Listen to Music .......................................... 23
Switching Power OFF .................................... 24

Tuner Operation ...................................... 25
Basic Operation of Tuner ................................ 25
Operation at the Tuner Setting Screen ............ 26
-Accessing the Tuner Setting Screen
-Exit from the Tuner Setting Screen
Operating Each function .................................. 27
-Best Stations Memory
-Local Seek Tuning
-Switching to the Preset Tuning Screen
-Preset Tuning
Built-in CD Player Operation ................ 29
Basic Operation of Built-in CD Player .......... 29
Operation at the Built-in CD
Setting Screen .......................................... 31
-Accessing the Built-in CD Setting Screen
-Exit from the Built-in CD Setting Screen
Operating Each function .................................. 32
-Repeat Play
-Random Play
-Scan Play
-Pause
-Changing the Display Mode
-Disc Title Input
Multi-CD Player Operation .................... 35
Basic Operation of Multi-CD Player .............. 35
Operation at the Multi-CD Setting Screen ...... 36
-Accessing the Multi-CD Setting Screen
-Exit from the Multi-CD Setting Screen
Operating Each function .................................. 37
-Repeat Play
-Random Play
-Scan Play
-Pause
-Changing the Display Mode
-Disc Number Search
Disc Title ........................................................ 40
-Disc Title Input
-Selecting Discs by Disc Title List
DVD Player Operation ............................ 43
Basic Operation of DVD Player ...................... 43
Operation at the DVD Setting Screen ............ 44
-Accessing the DVD Setting Screen
-Exit from the DVD Setting Screen
Operating Each function .................................. 45
-Repeat Play
-Random Play
-Scan Play
-Pause
-Changing the Display Mode
-Disc Number Search
-Disc Title Input
DAB Tuner Operation .............................. 48
Basic Operation of DAB Tuner ...................... 48
Operation at
the DAB Tuner Setting Screen ................ 49
-Accessing the DAB Tuner Setting Screen
-Exit from the DAB Tuner Setting Screen
-Service Follow
Operating Each function .................................. 50
-Switching to the Preset Tuning Screen
-Preset Tuning
-Announcement Support function
-Service Component function
-Dynamic Label function
-Available PTY function
-PTY List
TV Tuner Operation .................................. 57
Basic Operation of TV Tuner .......................... 57
Operation at
the TV Tuner Setting Screen .................... 58
-Accessing the TV Tuner Setting Screen
-Exit from the TV Tuner Setting Screen
Operating Each function .................................. 59
-Best Stations Sequential Memory
-Switching to the Preset Tuning Screen
-Preset Tuning
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Contents
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Audio Adjustment .................................... 61
Switching to the Audio Adjustment Screen .... 61
-Fader/Balance Adjustment
-Bass/Treble Adjustment
-Source Level Adjustment
Other Functions ........................................ 64
Using the AUX Source .................................... 64
-Selecting the AUX Source
-AUX Title Input
Cellular Telephone Muting .............................. 64
Turn OFF the Display Indication .................... 65
CD Player and Care .................................. 66
Precaution ........................................................ 66
Built-in CD Player’s Error Message .............. 67
Connecting the Units .............................. 69
Setting Examples ............................................ 70
Connecting without
Audio Unit (DEQ-P9) .............................. 71
Connecting with
Audio Unit (DEQ-P9) .............................. 73
Installation ................................................ 75
DIN Front/Rear-mount .................................... 75
DIN Front-mount ............................................ 75
-Installation with the rubber bush
-Installation without the rubber bush
-Removing the Unit
DIN Rear-mount .............................................. 77
-Installation using the screw holes
on the side of the unit
About the fixing screws for the front panel .... 78
Installing the Remote Control Unit ...... 79
Fitting the Remote Control Unit ...................... 79
-Fitting horizontally
-Fitting vertically
Installation Using Only the Mounting Base .... 79
Installation Using the Mounting Base
and the Bracket ........................................ 80
-Method A
-Method B
Specifications .......................................... 83

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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your
equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and,
most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against
this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
•Start your volume control at a low setting.
•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distor-
tion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
•Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all,
we want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid pro-
longed exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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Key Finder
Head Unit
Remote Controller
In this system, the available functions and the menu display vary depending on the
condition of the remote controller in use. Opening the cover enables the SHIFT, RETURN
and FUNCTION buttons 1–6 inside the unit. For more details, refer to the page 6.
FUNCTION
buttons 1–6
BAND button
RETURN button
MENU button
VOLUME
SHIFT button
Closed state Open state
AUX button
5/∞/2/3buttons
TUNER button
CD button
PAUSE button
ATT button
This lets you quickly
lower volume level
(by about 90%). Press
once more to return to
the original volume
level.
BAND button
DISPLAY button
SOURCE button
RESET button
VOLUME 5/∞/2/3buttons
EJECT/OPEN button
DISPLAY OFF indicatorSignal receiver

Opening and Closing the Remote Controller Cover
When the remote controller is opening the cover enables to operate the SHIFT, RETURN
and FUNCTION buttons 1–6 inside the unit.
Menu displays with cover open and closed in this system, the available functions and the
menu display vary depending on the condition of the remote controller in use.
Remote Controller Menu display
Cover closed Closed State
Cover open Open State
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Key Finder
When the Cover is Closed
Closing the cover of the remote controller makes the menu display to the closed state.
Menu display in closed state
Example: Built-in CD Screen
Note:
• Menu display in closed state: Current mode and functions which are ON are displayed.
When the Cover is Open
Opening the cover of the remote controller makes the menu display to the open state.
Menu display in open state
Example: Built-in CD Setting Screen
Note:
• Positions of menu items on the display correspond to the positions of FUNCTION buttons 1–6.
• Menu display in open state: Using FUNCTION buttons 1–6, operable functions are displayed.
When the cover is closed in the middle of operation
• Closing the cover during operation releases the previous operation and returns the menu display to
the closed mode.

Remote Controller and Care
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Using the Remote Controller
This product is equipped with a remote controller.
You can perform some operations with the head unit, however, most of operations can be
conducted with the remote controller.
• Point the remote controller in the direction of the signal receiver to operate.
• When the remote controller is not in use, attach it firmly to the provided mounting base.
Precaution:
• Do not store the remote controller in high temperatures or direct sunlight.
• The remote controller may not function properly in direct sunlight.
• Do not let the remote controller fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or
accelerator pedal.
Batteries
• Remove the cover on the back of the remote controller and insert the batter-
ies with the (+) and (–) poles pointing in the proper direction.
Precaution:
• Use only AAA or IEC R03 1.5 V batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the remote controller is not used for a month or longer.
• Do not attempt to recharge the supplied batteries.
• Do not mix new and used batteries.
• In the event of battery leakage, wipe the remote controller completely clean and install new
batteries.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental
public institution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

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Before Using This Product
About This Product
The tuner frequencies on this product are allocated for use in North America. Use in other
areas may result in improper reception.
About This Manual
This product features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and
operation. All are designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory.
This operation manual is intended to help you benefit fully from their potential and to
maximize your listening enjoyment.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the functions and their operation by
reading through the manual before you begin using this product. It is especially important
that you read and observe the “Precaution” on page 10 and in other sections.
This manual mainly explains the remote controller operation. In some functions, you can
perform the same operations with the head unit, however, the remote controller offers a
number of buttons such as ATT, PAUSE, SHIFT, MENU, RETURN and FUNCTION but-
tons 1–6 which are not provided on the head unit. And most of operations can be conduct-
ed with the remote controller.
Important
The serial number of this device is located on the bottom of this product. For your own
security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.

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Precaution
• Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions.
• 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 repro-
grammed.
Resetting the Microprocessor
The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions:
When using this product for the first time after installation.
When the machine fails to operate properly.
When strange (incorrect) messages appear on the display.
• To reset the microprocessor, press the RESET button on the head unit with a
pen tip or other pointed instrument.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CAUTION: THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PROD-
UCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.

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Before Using This Product
After-sales Service for Pioneer Products
Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased the product for its after-
sales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the neces-
sary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below:
Please do not ship your product to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair
without advance contact.
For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.
7U.S.A.
Pioneer Electronics Service, Inc.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
DEPARTMENT
P.O. Box 1760
Long Beach, CA 90801
800-421-1404
7CANADA
Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
DEPARTMENT
300 Allstate Parkway
Markham, Ontario L3R OP2
[phone]
1-877-283-5901

About the XM READY mark
The “XM READY” mark printed on the front panel of this product indicates that the
Pioneer XM tuner (sold separately) can be controlled using this product.
Please inquire of your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer service station regarding the
XM tuner that can be connected to this product.
For operation of the XM tuner, refer to the XM tuner owner’s manual.
Note:
• The XM Satellite Radio is developing a new band of radio in the U.S.A.
The system will use direct satellite-to-receiver broadcasting technology to provide listeners in their
cars and at home with crystal-clear sound seamlessly from coast to coast. XM will create and pack-
age up to 100 channels of digital-quality music, news, sports, talk and children’s programming.
• When this product is connected to the XM tuner, only one external unit can be connected. (Refer to
page 23.)
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Detaching and Replacing the Front Panel
Theft Protection
The front panel of the head unit is detachable to discourage theft.
Precaution:
• Never use force or grip the display tightly when removing or replacing the front panel.
• Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive shocks.
• Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.
Detaching the Front Panel
Precaution:
• A few seconds after turning the ignition switch to ON/OFF, the front panel automatically moves.
When this happens, your fingers may become jammed in the panel, so keep your hands away from
it.
Note:
• When removing the front panel, be sure to hold the corrugated release section on the rear of the
front panel while pulling.
3. Use the protective case pro-
vided to store/carry the
detached front panel.
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2. Slide and remove the front
panel toward you.
Take care not to grip the front
panel tightly or drop it.
1. Open the front panel.
Release Section

Replacing the Front Panel
1. Make sure the inner cover is closed.
Warning Tone
If the front panel is not detached within 5 seconds after the ignition is turned off, a warning
tone will sound.
Note:
• You can cancel the Warning Tone function. (Refer to page 21.)
2. Replace the front panel by
clipping it into place.
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Setting Up the Environment for Use
Setting Up the Environment for Use
Choose the way to use the head unit, including adjustment of clock and selection of
wallpaper. Some functions are not available unless their setting is selected. Set up the envi-
ronment to suit the system to be used.
Operation at the Initial Setting Screen
Accessing the Initial Setting Screen
7Initial Setting Screen
1. Open the cover of the remote
controller.
2. Press the SHIFT button.
This switches to Initial Setting Screen.
3. Select the function by pressing
the FUNCTION buttons 1–4.
Setting the Clock
(See page 17.) Setting the Display
(See page 19.)
Setting the General Environment
(See page 21.)
Setting the Menu Lock
(See page 22.)

Exit from the Initial Setting Screen
• Close the cover of the remote controller.
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Setting Up the Environment for Use
Setting the Clock
Switching to the Clock Adjustment Screen
• Press the FUNCTION button 1 on Initial Setting Screen.
This switches to Clock Adjustment Screen and enables clock setting.
Setting the Clock
1. Press the 2/3buttons and move the cursor to the section (hour, minute) to
be adjusted.
2. Press the 5/∞buttons to set the clock.
Holding these buttons down extends the operations continuously.
Note:
• Seconds are not displayed. However, when releasing the buttons after setting the time, the clock
starts from zero second.

Setting the Clock by Time Signal
Note:
• From 00 to 29 minutes, the hour remains the same, making the minute display “00”. From 30 to 59
minutes, it is rounded up to the next hour.
Off Clock
When the sources are OFF, the Time appears on the display.
Note:
• When the display shows the operation screen of each source, the clock time is always displayed on
the screen.
Returns to the Initial Setting Screen
• Press the RETURN button.
The display returns to Initial Setting
Screen.
• Press the FUNCTION button 1
on Clock Adjustment Screen
switches the Clock Display
ON/OFF.
The minute display is reset to 00.
• Press the FUNCTION button 2
on Clock Adjustment Screen to
reset the minute display.
As the clock starts from zero seconds
when pressing the button, the clock can
be set using the time signal (radio, tele-
phone, etc).
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Setting Up the Environment for Use
Setting the Display
Switching to the Display Setting Screen
• Press the FUNCTION button 2 on Initial Setting Screen.
This switches to Display Setting Screen and enables display setting.
Setting the Brightness
If it is hard to read the display, you can adjust the brightness for better legibility.
Setting the Dimmer
To enable this product’s display from being too bright at night, when the vehicle’s head
lights are turned ON the display is dimmed.
You can switch this function ON/OFF.
• Press the FUNCTION button 1
on Display Setting Screen
switches the Dimmer ON/OFF.
• Press the 2/3buttons on
Display Setting Screen adjusts
the brightness.
The display shows “0” – “30”.