Pioneer AVIC-Z150BH User manual

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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.
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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
Connecting and disconnecting an iPod 18
–Connecting your iPod 18
–Disconnecting your iPod 20
Plugging and unplugging a USB storage
device 20
–Plugging in a USB storage device 20
–Unplugging a USB storage device 21
Startup and termination 21
On first-time startup 21
Regular startup 22
–A message about the map
database 22
Demonstration images 22
Temporarily clearing the screen (navigation
system in standby mode) 22
How to use the navigation menu
screens 24
Shortcut Menu 25
–Selecting the shortcut 25
–Removing a shortcut 25
Using the touch panel 26
–Using the common touch panel
keys 26
–Operating list screens (e.g. POI
list) 26
–Operating the on-screen keyboard 26
Swipe action 27
–Swipe action list 27
How to use the map
How to read the map screen 31
–Enlarged map of the intersection 32
–The display while driving on the
freeway 33
Types of the road stored in the map
database 33
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Operating the map screen 33
–Scrolling the map to the position you
want to see 33
–Viewing information about a specified
location 34
Switching the view mode 35
Switching the map orientation 35
Displaying one-way street marks 36
Displaying POI on the map 36
–Displaying preinstalled POIs on the
map 36
Registering a scale 37
Searching for and selecting a location
The basic flow of creating your route 38
Searching for a location by address 39
–Searching for a city name first 39
–Finding the location by specifying the
house number 40
–Searching by selected city history 41
Setting up a route to your home 41
Searching for Points of Interest (POI) 41
–Searching for a POI directly from the
name of the facilities 42
–Searching for a nearby POI 42
–Searching for POIs around the
destination 42
–Searching for POIs around the city 43
–Deleting the icons displayed after
searching for a nearby POI 44
Selecting destination from stored
locations 44
Selecting a location you searched for
recently 44
Searching for a location by coordinates 45
After the location is decided
Setting a route to your destination 46
–Displaying multiple routes 46
Checking and modifying the current
route
Displaying the route overview 47
Checking the current itinerary 47
Modifying the route calculation
conditions 48
–Items that users can operate 48
Editing waypoints 49
–Adding a waypoint 49
–Deleting a waypoint 49
–Sorting waypoints 50
Skipping a waypoint 50
Using the demonstration guidance 50
–Finishing the demonstration
guidance 51
Canceling the route guidance 51
Editing the data on the use of navigation
function
Registering and editing locations 52
–Storing favorite locations 52
–Editing registered locations 52
–Deleting a favorite location from the
list 52
–Deleting the destination history from
the list 53
Deleting learned routes 54
Deleting track logs 54
Using traffic information
Checking all traffic information 55
Checking traffic information on the
route 56
How to read traffic information on the
map 56
Setting an alternative route to avoid traffic
congestion 56
–Checking for traffic congestion
automatically 57
Selecting the preferred RDS-TMC service
provider manually 57
Registering and connecting a Bluetooth
device
Preparing communication devices 58
Registering your Bluetooth devices 58
–Searching for nearby Bluetooth
devices 58
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–Pairing from your Bluetooth
devices 62
–Deleting a registered device 65
Connecting a registered Bluetooth device
manually 65
–Setting for priority connecting 66
Using hands-free phoning
Displaying the phone menu 67
Making a phone call 67
–Direct dialing 67
–Calling a number in the phone
book 68
–Dialing from the history 69
–Redialing a call 69
–Dialing a favorite location 69
–Dialing a facility’s phone number 70
Receiving a phone call 70
–Answering an incoming call 70
Transferring the phone book 71
–Deleting registered contacts 72
–Deleting the history information 72
Changing the phone settings 73
–Editing the device name 73
–Editing the password 73
–Stopping Bluetooth wave
transmission 74
–Answering a call automatically 74
–Setting the automatic rejection
function 74
Notes for hands-free phoning 75
Basic operations of the AV source
Displaying the AV operation screen 76
–Selecting a source 76
Turning off the AV source 76
AV source plate display 77
Using the radio
Starting procedure 78
Reading the screen 78
Using the touch panel keys 78
–Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 79
–Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 79
Using advanced functions 80
–Tuning in strong frequencies 80
Operating by hardware buttons 80
HD Radio™reception
HD Radio stations 81
Starting procedure 81
Reading the screen 81
Using the touch panel keys 82
–Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 84
–Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 84
Storing song information to an iPod (iTunes
Tagging) 84
Using advanced functions 85
–Tuning in strong frequencies 85
–Switching the seek mode 85
–Switching the reception mode 85
Operating by hardware buttons 85
Playing audio CDs
Starting procedure 86
Reading the screen 86
Using the touch panel keys 87
Operating by hardware buttons 87
Playing music files on ROM
Starting procedure 88
Reading the screen 88
Using the touch panel keys 89
Operating by hardware buttons 89
Playing a DVD-Video
Starting procedure 90
Reading the screen 90
Using the touch panel keys 91
–Resuming playback (Bookmark) 92
–Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 92
–Direct number search 93
–Operating the DVD menu 93
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–Using the DVD menu by touch panel
keys 93
–Frame-by-frame playback 93
–Slow motion playback 94
–Changing the wide screen mode 94
Operating by hardware buttons 94
Playing a DivX video
Starting procedure 95
Reading the screen 95
Using the touch panel keys 95
–Frame-by-frame playback 96
–Slow motion playback 97
–Starting playback from a specified
time 97
–Changing the wide screen mode 97
Playing DivX®VOD content 98
Operating by hardware buttons 98
DVD-Video or DivX setup
Displaying DVD/DivX®Setup menu 99
Setting the top-priority languages 99
Setting the angle icon display 99
Setting the aspect ratio 100
Setting the parental lock 100
–Setting the code number and
level 100
Setting the auto play 101
Setting the subtitle file for DivX 101
Language code chart for DVDs 102
Playing music files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 103
Reading the screen 103
Using the touch panel keys (Music) 104
Operating by hardware buttons 104
Playing video files (from USB or SD)
Starting procedure 105
Reading the screen 105
Using the touch panel keys (Video) 106
–Searching for a specific scene and
starting playback from a specified
time 107
Operating by hardware buttons 107
Using an iPod (iPod)
Starting procedure 108
Reading the screen 109
Using the touch panel keys 110
Changing the wide screen mode 111
Operating by hardware buttons 112
Streaming Pandora®and using Aha
Radio
Information for compatibility of connected
devices 113
–For AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-
X950BH 113
–For AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-
X8510BT 113
Starting procedure 114
–For iPhone with 30-pin connector
users 114
–For iPhone with Lightning connector
users 114
–For smartphone users 115
Streaming Pandora®116
–Reading the screen 116
–Using the touch panel keys 117
–Operating by hardware buttons 117
Using Aha Radio 118
–Reading the screen 118
–Using the touch panel keys 119
–Functions coupled with Aha Radio and
the navigation system 120
Using the Bluetooth audio player
Starting procedure 121
Reading the screen 121
Using the touch panel keys 122
Operating by hardware buttons 123
Using the SiriusXM tuner
Introducing SiriusXM tuner operations 124
–To subscribe to the SiriusXM Satellite
Radio service 124
Starting procedure 124
Reading the screen 124
Using the touch panel keys 125
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–Storing broadcast channels 127
–Selecting a SiriusXM channel
directly 127
–Selecting a channel from the list 127
–Using the “Replay™”function 127
–Using the Tune Scan™128
Using advanced functions 128
–Setting the Tune Start™128
–Setting the parental lock 128
–Using the Content Alerts function
(such as Song Alerts, Artist Alerts and
Game Alerts) 129
Storing song information to an iPod (iTunes
Tagging) 130
Operating by hardware buttons 130
Using AV input
Reading the screen 131
Using AV1 131
Using AV2 131
Using the touch panel keys 131
Changing the wide screen mode 132
Using AppRadio Mode
Information for compatibility of connected
devices 133
–For AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-
X950BH 133
–For AVIC-X850BT and AVIC-
X8510BT 134
Starting procedure 134
–For iPhone with 30-pin connector
users 134
–For iPhone with Lightning connector
users 135
–For smartphone users 135
Using the keyboard 137
Using the sound mix function 137
Other functions 138
–Displaying the image of your
application (iPhone with 30-pin
connector) 138
–Displaying the image of your
application (iPhone with Lightning
connector) 138
–Displaying the image of your
application (smartphone) 139
Customizing preferences
Displaying the information screen 140
Checking the connections of leads 140
Checking sensor learning status and driving
status 141
–Clearing status 142
Checking the device number 142
Checking the version information 142
Registering your home 142
Displaying the adjustment and correction
screen 143
Switching the muting/attenuation
timing 143
Switching the muting/attenuation level 144
Setting the Volume for Guidance and
Phone 144
Correcting the current location 144
Switching the road on which you are
driving 145
Displaying the screen for navigation function
settings 145
–Changing the road color 145
–Setting the scroll-Locked 2D (Normal)
View 145
–Displaying the 3D landmarks 146
–Setting the detailed city map 146
–Setting the barrier graphic for the city
map 146
–Setting the map color change between
day and night 147
–Displaying the track log 147
–Deleting the track log
automatically 147
–Setting the current street name
display 148
–Setting the criteria of route
calculation 148
–Setting the use of toll roads 148
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–Setting the use of ferries 148
–Setting the route calculation by
learning route 149
–Setting the route calculation allowing
for traffic congestion 149
–Setting the route calculation allowing
for time restrictions 149
–Setting the use of freeways 149
–Setting to select your route
automatically using the auto reroute
function 150
–Displaying the distance and estimated
time 150
–Setting the auto reroute function to
avoid traffic congestion 150
–Setting the auto-zoom display 151
–Changing the setting of the navigation
interruption screen 151
–Setting the App operation screen
interruption 151
–Changing the virtual speed of the
vehicle 151
–Changing the unit between km and
miles 152
–Displaying the traffic notification
icon 152
Changing the view mode 152
Displaying the screen for system
settings 152
–Selecting the language 153
–Setting the time difference 153
–Changing the preinstalled splash
screen 153
–Changing to the splash screen stored
on the SD memory card 154
–Adjusting the response positions of the
touch panel (touch panel
calibration) 155
–Setting the illumination color 155
–Displaying the icon for setting the rear
display output 156
Displaying the screen for AV system
settings 156
–Setting video input 1 (AV1) 157
–Setting video input 2 (AV2) 157
–Changing the screen size of SD/USB
video 157
–Displaying your DivX VOD registration
code 157
–Displaying your DivX VOD
deregistration code 158
–Setting the iPod connection 158
Displaying the screen for AV sound
settings 158
–Using balance adjustment 159
–Adjusting loudness 159
–Using the equalizer 159
–Adjusting source levels 161
–Using the high pass filter 162
–Using the subwoofer output 162
–Enhancing bass (Bass Booster) 162
–Using sonic center control 163
Adjusting the equalizer curve automatically
(Auto EQ) 163
–Before operating the Auto EQ
function 163
–Performing Auto EQ 164
Displaying the screen for app settings 165
–Selecting the device connection
method 165
–Setting the keyboard language with
application for iPhone 166
Setting the rear output 167
Adjusting the picture 167
Selecting the video for rear display 168
Replicating the settings 169
Using the rear view camera functions 169
–Setting for rear view camera 170
–Setting guidelines on the rear view
image 170
Other functions
Setting the anti-theft function 172
–Setting the password 172
–Entering the password 172
–Deleting the password 172
–Forgotten password 172
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Restoring the navigation system to the
default or factory settings 173
–Restoring the default setting 173
–Restoring the navigation system to the
initial state 173
–Setting items to be deleted 174
Appendix
Troubleshooting 176
Messages for navigation functions 181
Messages for AV functions 182
Messages for Bluetooth functions 184
Positioning technology 185
–Positioning by GPS 185
–Positioning by dead reckoning 185
–How do GPS and dead reckoning work
together? 185
Handling large errors 186
–When positioning by GPS is
impossible 186
–Conditions likely to cause noticeable
positioning errors 187
Route setting information 189
–Route search specifications 189
Handling and care of discs 189
–Built-in drive and care 190
–Ambient conditions for playing a
disc 190
Playable discs 190
–DVD-Video and CD 190
–AVCHD recorded discs 191
–Playing DualDisc 191
–Dolby Digital 191
Detailed information for playable media 191
–Compatibility 191
–Media compatibility chart 194
Bluetooth 198
SiriusXM Radio READY Logo 198
HD Radio™Technology 198
SD and SDHC logo 198
WMA/WMV 199
DivX 199
AAC 199
Android™199
Detailed information regarding connected
iPod devices 199
–iPod and iPhone 199
–Lightning 200
–App Store 200
–iOS 200
–iTunes 200
Using app-based connected content 200
–Pandora®200
–Aha Radio 201
HDMI 201
MHL 201
Using the LCD screen correctly 201
–Handling the LCD screen 201
–Liquid crystal display (LCD)
screen 201
–Maintaining the LCD screen 201
–LED (light-emitting diode)
backlight 202
Display information 203
–Destination menu 203
–Phone menu 203
–Information menu 203
–Edit/Settings menu 204
–Data Edit menu 204
–Navi Settings menu 204
–AV Settings menu 205
–Setting according to source
menu 206
–App Settings menu 206
–System Settings menu 206
–Bluetooth Settings menu 207
Glossary 208
Specifications 211
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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 24.
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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“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
pYou can connect and control an iPod com-
patible with this navigation system by
using separately sold connector cables.
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.
For details about iPod compatibility with
this navigation system, refer to the informa-
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This manual applies to the following iPod
models.
iPod with 30-pin connector
!iPod touch 4th generation
!iPod touch 3rd generation
!iPod touch 2nd generation
!iPod touch 1st generation
!iPod classic 160GB
!iPod classic 80GB
!iPod nano 6th generation
!iPod nano 5th generation
!iPod nano 4th generation
!iPod nano 3rd generation
!iPhone 4S
!iPhone 4
!iPhone 3GS
!iPhone 3G
!iPhone
iPod with Lightning connector
!iPod touch 5th generation
!iPhone 5
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 174.
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 174.
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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)
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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 24.
!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 24.
!Press and hold to display the “Picture
Adjustment”screen.
=For details, refer to Adjusting the pic-
ture on page 167.
!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 155.
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 24.
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 37.
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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 22.
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.
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.
Connecting your iPod
For iPod with 30-pin connector users
Using a USB interface cable for iPod / iPhone
(CD-IU201N) (sold separately), you can con-
nect your iPod to the navigation system.
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.
For iPod with Lightning connector
users who use a USB interface cable for
iPod / iPhone
You can connect your iPod with this navigation
system by using a USB interface cable for
iPod / iPhone (CD-IU201N) (sold separately)
and a Lightning to 30-pin Adapter (Apple Inc.
products) (sold separately).
However, functions related to iPod video files
are not available.
For iPod with Lightning connector
users who use an HDMI/USB interface
cable for iPod / iPhone (for AVIC-
Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH)
To play music and/or video files on your iPod
with this navigation system, connect the fol-
lowing cables, and launch CarMediaPlayer
while in AppRadio Mode.
!HDMI/USB interface cable for iPod /
iPhone (CD-IH202) (sold separately)
!Lightning Digital AV Adapter (Apple Inc.
products) (sold separately)
!Lightning to USB cable (supplied with
iPhone with Lightning connector)
=For details of AppRadio Mode, refer to
Chapter 26.
=Refer to the CarMediaPlayer manual for
more information.
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For iPod with Lightning connector
users who use a VGA/USB interface
cable for iPod / iPhone (for AVIC-
X850BT and AVIC-X8510BT)
To play music and/or video files on your iPod
with this navigation system, connect the fol-
lowing cables, and launch CarMediaPlayer
while in AppRadio Mode.
!VGA/USB interface cable for iPod / iPhone
(CD-IV202NAVI) (sold separately)
!Lightning to VGA Adapter (Apple Inc. pro-
ducts) (sold separately)
!Lightning to USB cable (supplied with
iPhone with Lightning connector)
=For details of AppRadio Mode, refer to
Chapter 26.
=Refer to the CarMediaPlayer manual for
more information.
1 Check that no USB storage device is
connected.
2 Connect your iPod.
=For details of the operations, refer to the In-
stallation Manual.
!For iPod with 30-pin connector users
USB interface cable for iPod / iPhone
!For iPod with Lightning connector
users who use a USB interface cable for
iPod / iPhone
Lightning to 30-pin Adapter
USB interface cable for iPod / iPhone
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! For iPod with Lightning connector users who
use an HDMI/USB interface cable for iPod /
iPhone (for AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH)
Lightning Digital AV Adapter
HDMI/USB interface
cable for iPod /
iPhone
Lightning to USB
cable
! For iPod with Lightning connector users who
use a VGA/USB interface cable for iPod /
iPhone (for AVIC-X850BTand AVIC-X8510BT)
Lightning to VGA Adapter
VGA/USB interface
cable for iPod /
iPhone
Lightning to USB
cable
Disconnecting your iPod
%Pull out the cables after confirming
that no data is being accessed.
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 / iPhone
(sold separately) is required for connection.
iPod with Lightning connector users can
also connect a USB storage device to this
navigation system by plugging it into the
USB port of the other separately sold cable.
Plugging in a USB storage device
1 Pull out the plug from the USB port of
the USB interface cable for iPod / iPhone.
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