Pioneer Super Tuner III D DEH-P8600MP User manual

Operation Manual
Mode demploi
Multi-CD control DSP High power CD/MP3/WMA
player with FM/AM tuner
Syntoniseur FM/AM et lecteur de CD/MP3/WMA avec
DSP, Puissance lev e, avec contrôleur pour lecteur
de CD à chargeur
DEH-P8600MP
English Français

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.
Before You Start
Information to User 6
For Canadian model 6
About this unit 6
About this manual 6
After-sales service for Pioneer products 6
Product registration 6
Precautions 7
Features 7
About W A 7
Resetting the microprocessor 8
About the demo mode 8
Reverse mode 8
Feature demo 8
Use and care of the remote control 9
Installing the battery 9
Using the remote control 9
FUNCTION button and AUDIO
button 9
About the X READY mark 10
Whats What
Head unit 11
Remote control 11
Basic Operations
Turning the unit on 13
Selecting a source 13
Loading a disc 13
Adjusting the volume 14
Turning the unit off 14
Protecting your unit from theft 14
Removing the front panel 14
Attaching the front panel 15
Tuner
Listening to the radio 16
Introduction of advanced tuner
operation 17
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 17
Tuning in strong signals 18
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 18
Selecting stations from the preset channel
list 18
Built-in C Player
Playing a CD 19
Selecting a track directly 19
Introduction of advanced built-in CD player
operation 20
Repeating play 20
Playing tracks in a random order 21
Scanning tracks of a CD 21
Pausing CD playback 21
Selecting the search method 21
Searching every 10 tracks in the current
disc 21
Using compression and B X 22
Entering disc titles 22
Using CD TEXT functions 23
Displaying titles on CD TEXT
discs 23
Scrolling titles in the display 23
Selecting tracks from the track title
list 23
MP3/WMA/WAV Player
Playing P3/W A/WAV 24
Selecting a track directly in the current
folder 25
Introduction of advanced built-in CD player
( P3/W A/WAV) operation 26
Repeating play 26
Playing tracks in a random order 27
Scanning folders and tracks 27
Pausing P3/W A/WAV playback 27
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Selecting the search method 27
Searching every 10 tracks in the current
folder 28
Switching the tag display 28
Using compression and B X 28
Displaying text information on P3/W A/
WAV disc 29
When playing back an P3/W A
disc 29
When playing back a WAV disc 29
Scrolling text information in the display 29
Selecting tracks from the file name list 30
Multi-C Player
Playing a CD 31
Selecting a track directly 31
50-disc multi-CD player 32
Introduction of advanced multi-CD player
operation 32
Repeating play 33
Playing tracks in a random order 33
Scanning CDs and tracks 33
Pausing CD playback 34
Using ITS playlists 34
Creating a playlist with ITS
programming 34
Playback from your ITS playlist 34
Erasing a track from your ITS
playlist 35
Erasing a CD from your ITS
playlist 35
Using disc title functions 35
Entering disc titles 36
Selecting discs from the disc title
list 36
Using CD TEXT functions 37
Displaying titles on CD TEXT
discs 37
Scrolling titles in the display 37
Selecting tracks from the track title
list 37
Using compression and bass emphasis 38
XM tuner
Listening to the X 39
Introduction of advanced X tuner
operation 40
Switching the X display 40
Storing and recalling broadcast stations 40
Swiching the X channel select setting 40
Selecting the channel in the channel
category 41
Selecting the X channel directly 41
Display the ID code 41
Channel number select setting 41
Channel category select setting 41
TV tuner
Watching the TV tuner 42
Storing and recalling broadcast stations 42
Storing the strongest broadcast stations
sequentially 43
Selecting stations from the preset channel
list 43
V Player
Playing a disc 44
Selecting a disc 44
Introduction of advanced DVD player
operation 45
Repeating play 45
Pausing disc playback 46
Playing tracks in a random order 46
Scanning tracks of a CD 46
Using ITS playlists 46
Using disc title functions 46
Entering disc titles 46
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Audio Adjustments
Adjusting the audio easily 47
Adjusting the audio finely 47
Extra functions 47
Introduction of audio adjustments 47
Using the position selector 48
Using balance adjustment 48
Using the time alignment 49
Adjusting the time alignment 49
Using subwoofer output 50
Adjusting subwoofer settings 50
Adjusting low pass filter attenuation
slope 51
Using the high pass filter 51
uting the speaker units (filters) 51
Setting the high pass filter for front
speakers 51
Setting the high pass filter for rear
speakers 52
Using the auto-equalizer 52
Recalling equalizer curves 52
Adjusting equalizer curves 53
Adjusting 13-band graphic equalizer 53
Using BBE sound 54
Adjusting loudness 54
Using automatic sound levelizer 54
Adjusting source levels 55
Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and
auto-equalizing) 55
Before operating the auto TA and EQ
function 56
Carrying out auto TA and EQ 56
Initial Settings
Adjusting initial settings 58
Setting the clock 58
Switching the auxiliary setting 58
Switching the dimmer setting 59
Adjusting the brightness 59
Correcting distorted sound 59
Switching the sound muting/attenuation 59
Switching the warning tone 60
Using the feature demo 60
Using reverse mode 60
Switching the font 60
Switching the Ever Scroll 60
Switching the flap auto open 61
Other Functions
Turning the clock display on or off 62
Using the AUX source 62
Selecting AUX as the source 62
Setting the AUX title 62
Using different entertainment displays 63
Using the PG button 63
Rewriting the entertainment displays 63
Additional Information
Understanding built-in CD player error
messages 65
Understanding auto TA and EQ error
messages 65
Understanding error message on rewriting
the entertainment displays 65
CD player and care 66
CD-R/CD-RW discs 66
P3, W A and WAV files 67
P3 additional information 67
W A additional information 68
WAV additional information 68
About folders and P3/W A/WAV files 68
Terms 70
Specifications 72
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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 distortion.
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 prolonged
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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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Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without
appropriate authorization may invalidate the
users right to operate the equipment.
For Canadian model
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
About this unit
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allo-
cated for use in North America. Use in other
areas may result in poor reception.
Important (Serial number)
The serial number is located on the bottom of
this unit. For your own security and convenience,
be sure to record this number on the enclosed
warranty card.
About this manual
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 precautions noted on
the next page and in other sections.
After-sales service for
Pioneer products
Please contact the dealer or distributor from
where you purchased this unit for after-sales
service (including warranty conditions) or any
other information. In case the necessary infor-
mation is not available, please contact the
companies listed below:
Please do not ship your unit to the companies
at the addresses listed below for repair without
advance contact.
U.S.A.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
CUSTO ER SUPPORT DIVISION
P.O. Box 1760
Long Beach, CA 90801-1760
800-421-1404
CANA A
Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.
CUSTO ER SATISFACTION DEPART ENT
300 Allstate Parkway
arkham, Ontario L3R OP2
[phone]
1-877-283-5901
For warranty information please see the Lim-
ited Warranty sheet included with this unit.
Product registration
Visit us at the following site:
1 Register your product. We will keep the details
of your purchase on file to help you refer to
this information in the event of an insurance
claim such as loss or theft.
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2 Receive updates on the latest products and
technologies.
3 Download owners manuals, order product
catalogues, research new products, and
much more.
Precautions
WARNING:
Handling the cord on this product or cords asso-
ciated with accessories sold with the product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California and other governmental enti-
ties to cause cancer and birth defects or other re-
productive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CA TION:
SE OF CONTROL OR ADJ STMENT OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCED RES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RES LT IN HAZARDO S RADIATION
EXPOS RE.
CA TION:
THE SE OF OPTICAL INSTR MENTS
WITH THIS PROD CT WILL INCREASE
EYE HAZARD.
!Keep this manual handy as a reference for
operating procedures and precautions.
!Always keep the volume low enough so
that you can hear sounds from outside the
car.
!Protect this unit from moisture.
!If the battery is disconnected or dis-
charged, the preset memory will be erased
and must be reprogrammed.
Features
CD playbac
usic CD/CD-R/CD-RW playback is possible.
MP3 file playbac
You can play back P3 files recorded on CD-
RO /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.
WMA file playbac
You can play back W A files recorded on CD-
RO /CD-R/CD-RW (ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2
standard recordings).
WAV file playbac
You can play back WAV files recorded on CD-
RO /CD-R/CD-RW (Linear PC (LPC )/ S
ADPC recordings).
About WMA
The Windows edia"logo printed on the box
indicates that this unit can play back W A
data.
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W A is short for Windows edia Audio and
refers to an audio compression technology
that is developed by icrosoft Corporation.
W A data can be encoded by using Windows
edia Player version 7 or later.
icrosoft, Windows edia, and the Windows
logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks
of icrosoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Notes
!With some applications used to encode W A
files, this unit may not operate correctly.
!With some applications used to encode W A
files, album names and other text information
may not be correctly displayed.
Resetting the microprocessor
The microprocessor must be reset under the
following conditions:
!Prior to using this unit for the first time
after installation
!If the unit fails to operate properly
!When strange or incorrect messages ap-
pear on the display
%Press RESET with a pen tip or other
pointed instrument.
RESET button
About the demo mode
This unit features two demonstration modes.
One is the reverse mode, the other is the fea-
ture demo mode.
Important
The red lead (ACC) of this unit should be con-
nected to a terminal coupled with ignition switch
on/off operations. If this is not done, the vehicle
battery may be drained.
Reverse mode
If you do not perform an operation within
about 30 seconds, screen indications start to
reverse, and then continue reversing every 10
seconds. Pressing button 5when power to
this unit is turned off while the ignition switch
is set to ACC or ON cancels the reverse mode.
Press button 5again to start the reverse
mode.
!Some entertainment displays may not oper-
ate the reverse mode.
Feature demo
The feature demo automatically starts when
power to this unit is turned off while the igni-
tion switch is set to ACC or ON. Pressing but-
ton 6during feature demo operation cancels
the feature demo mode. Press button 6again
to start the feature mode. Remember that if
the feature demo continues operating when
the car engine is turned off, it may drain bat-
tery power.
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Use and care of the remote
control
Installing the battery
Slide the tray out on the back of the remote
control and insert the battery with the plus (+)
and minus () poles pointing in the proper di-
rection.
!When using for the first time, pull out the
film protruding from the tray.
WARNING
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately
consult a doctor.
CAUTION
!Use only one CR2025 (3 V) lithium battery.
!Remove the battery if the remote control is not
used for a month or longer.
!Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or dispose
of the battery in fire.
!Do not handle the battery with metallic tools.
!Do not store the battery with metallic materi-
als.
!In the event of battery leakage, wipe the re-
mote control completely clean and install a
new battery.
!When disposing of used batteries, please
comply with governmental regulations or en-
vironmental public institutionsrules that
apply in your country/area.
Using the remote control
Point the remote control in the direction of the
front panel to operate.
!The remote control may not function prop-
erly in direct sunlight.
Important
!Do not store the remote control in high tem-
peratures or direct sunlight.
!Do not let the remote control fall onto the
floor, where it may become jammed under the
brake or accelerator pedal.
FUNCTION button and AUDIO button
You can also select the desired mode by
FUNCTION button and AUDIO button on the
remote control. But operation of FUNCTION
button and AUDIO button on the remote con-
trol differs from the operation of
MU TI-CONTRO on the head unit. When op-
erating the remote control, switch through the
modes as described below to select the mode.
FUNCTION button operation
%Press FUNCTION to select the desired
mode (e.g., built-in CD player).
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch be-
tween the following modes:
P AY MODERANDOMSCANPAUSE
SEARCH MODETAG READCOMP/BMX
DISC TIT E
Note
Refer to Introduction of advanced built-in CD
player operation on page 20.
AUDIO button operation
%Press AUDIO to select the desired
mode.
Press AUDIO repeatedly to switch between
the following modes:
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FAD/BA POSITA 1TA 2OUD
G.EQ 1G.EQ 2SW 1SW 2SW 3
F-HPF 1F-HPF 2R-HPF 1R-HPF 2BBE
AUTO-EQAS S A
Note
Refer to Introduction of audio adjustments on
page 47.
About the XM READY mar
The X READY mark printed on the front
panel indicates that the Pioneer X tuner
(sold separately) can be controlled by this unit.
Please inquire to your dealer or nearest
authorized Pioneer service station regarding
the X tuner that can be connected to this
unit. For X tuner operation, please refer to
the X tuner owners manual.
Notes
!X 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. X will
create and package up to 100 channels of di-
gital-quality music, news, sports, talk and chil-
drens programming.
!The X name and related logos are trade-
marks of X Satellite Radio Inc.
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