Pioneer MVH-270DAB User manual

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DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER
AUTORADIO NUMÉRIQUE DE MÉDIA
RICEVITORE MULTIMEDIALE DIGITALE
RECEPTOR DIGITAL DE MEDIOS
DIGITALER MEDIA RECEIVER
DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER
MVH-270DAB
Operation Manual
Mode d’emploi
Manuale d’istruzioni
Manual de instrucciones
Bedienungsanleitung
Handleiding

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Before You Start....................................................................................... 3
Getting Started........................................................................................ 3
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)........................................................ 5
Radio.......................................................................................................... 6
USB/iPod/AUX.......................................................................................... 7
App Mode................................................................................................. 8
Settings ..................................................................................................... 9
FUNCTION settings ................................................................................. 9
AUDIO settings...................................................................................... 10
SYSTEM settings ................................................................................... 10
ILLUMINATION settings....................................................................... 11
Connections/Installation..................................................................... 12
Additional Information ........................................................................ 14
Table of Contents
About this manual:
•In the following instructions, a USB memory or USB audio player are referred to as
“USB device”.
•In this manual, iPod and iPhone are referred to as “iPod”.

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English
Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product
To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially
important that you read and observe WARNINGs and CAUTIONs in this manual. Please keep the
manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference.
Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used
electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a
similar new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of
disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.
WARNING
•Do not attempt to install or service this product by yourself. Installation or servicing of this
product 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, injury or other
hazards.
•Do not attempt to operate the unit while driving. Make sure to pull off the road and park your vehicle
in a safe location before attempting to use the controls on the device.
CAUTION
•Do not allow this unit to come into contact with moisture and/or liquids. Electrical shock could result.
Also, damage to this unit, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids.
•Always keep the volume low enough to hear outside sounds.
•The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in Germany.
If you experience problems
Should this unit fail to work properly, please contact your dealer or nearest authorized PIONEER Service
Station.
MVH-270DAB
* This button is referred to as DISP in this manual.
Frequently used operations
* When this unit’s blue/white lead is connected to the vehicle’s auto-antenna relay control terminal,
the vehicle’s antenna extends when this unit’s source is turned on. To retract the antenna, turn the
source off.
Before You Start
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate
collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling.
Getting Started
Basic operation
Purpose Operation
Turn on the power* Press SRC/OFF to turn on the power.
Press and hold SRC/OFF to turn off the
power.
Adjust the volume Turn the M.C. dial.
Select a source Press SRC/OFF repeatedly.
Change the display information Press DISP repeatedly.
Return to the previous display/list Press /DIMMER.
Return to the normal display from the
menu.
Press BAND/.
SRC (source)/OFF
Detach button
Display window
M.C. (multi-control) dial
BAND/ /DIMMER Display button*

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Display indication
Detach the front panel to prevent theft. Remove any cables and devices attached to the
front panel and turn off the unit before detaching it.
Important
•Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive shock.
•Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.
•Always store the detached front panel in a protective case or bag.
When you turn the ignition switch to ON after installation, [SET UP :YES] appears in the
display.
1Press the M.C. dial.
The setup menu disappears after 30 seconds of no operation. If you prefer not to set
at this time, turn the M.C. dial to select [NO], then press to confirm.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.
To proceed to the next menu option, you need to confirm your selection.
3[QUIT :YES] appears when all the settings have been made.
To return to the first item of the setup menu, turn the M.C. dial to select [QUIT :NO],
then press to confirm.
4Press the M.C. dial to confirm the settings.
When [DAB ANT PW] is set to [ON], [UPDATING LIST] appears in the display and the
service list will be updated.
NOTES
•You can cancel the menu setting by pressing SRC/OFF.
•These settings can be made at any time from the SYSTEM settings (page 10) and INITIAL settings
(page 5).
Indication Description
Appears when a lower tier of the menu or folder exists.
Appears when the button is pressed.
Appears when the local seek tuning function is set (page 9).
Appears when a traffic program is received.
Appears when traffic announcements are received (page 9).
Appears when the sound retriever function is set (page 9).
Appears when random/shuffle play is set.
Appears when repeat play is set.
Appears when the iPod control function is set (page 8).
Detaching the front panel
Detach Attach
Setup menu
Menu Item Description
LANGUAGE Select the language to display the text information from a
compressed audio file.
[ENG](English),
[РУС](Russian),
[TUR](Turkish)
CLOCK SET Set the clock.
FM STEP Select the FM tuning step from 100 kHz or 50 kHz.
[100], [50]
DAB ANT PW Supply power to a DAB antenna. Select this when using the
optional DAB antenna (AN-DAB1, sold separately) with the unit.
[ON]
[OFF] No power is supplied to a DAB antenna. Select this when using a
passive antenna with no booster.

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1Press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select [SYSTEM], then press to confirm.
3Turn the M.C. dial to select [DEMO OFF], then press to confirm.
4Turn the M.C. dial to select [YES], then press to confirm.
1Press and hold SRC/OFF until the unit turns off.
2Press and hold SRC/OFF to display the main menu.
3Turn the M.C. dial to select [INITIAL], then press to confirm.
4Turn the M.C. dial to select an option, then press to confirm.
To receive DAB signals, connect a DAB antenna (AN-DAB1) (sold separately) to the unit.
1Press SRC/OFF to select [DIGITAL RADIO].
2Press BAND/ to select the band from [D1], [D2] or [D3].
3Press / to select a service component.
NOTE
Press and hold / then release to seek an available service. Scanning stops when the unit
receives a service.
To select service component from service lists
1During DAB reception, press .
2Turn the M.C. dial to select the list type, then press to confirm.
[SERVICE]: Displays the list of all service components. Press again to search for a
service component alphabetically.
[PROGRAM TYPE]: Displays the program type information ([NEWS/INFO],
[POPULAR], [CLASSICS] and [OTHERS]).
[ENSEMBLE]: Displays the list of relevant ensembles.
3Select a service component from the list you selected, then press the M.C. dial to
confirm.
NOTE
You can update the service list by pressing and holding . To cancel updating, press again.
To store service components
1While receiving the service component you want to store, press and hold one of
the number buttons (1/ to6/ ) until it stops flashing.
To receive stored service components
1Select the band, then press a number button (1/ to6/).
Canceling the demonstration display (DEMO OFF)
INITIAL settings
Menu Item Description
FM STEP Select the FM tuning step from 100 kHz or 50 kHz.
[100], [50]
SP-P/O MODE Select when there is a full-range speaker connected to the rear
speaker output leads and there is a subwoofer connected to the
RCA output.
[REAR/SUB.W]
[SUB.W/SUB.W] Select when there is a passive subwoofer connected directly to
the rear speaker output leads and there is a subwoofer
connected to the RCA output.
[REAR/REAR] Select when there are full-range speakers connected to the rear
speaker output leads and RCA output. If there is a full-range
speaker connected to the rear speaker output leads, and the
RCA output is not used, you may select either [REAR/SUB.W] or
[REAR/REAR].
DAB ANT PW Supply power to a DAB antenna. Select this when using the
optional DAB antenna (AN-DAB1, sold separately) with the unit.
[ON]
[OFF] No power is supplied to a DAB antenna. Select this when using a
passive antenna with no booster.
SYSTEM RESET Select [YES] to initialize the unit settings. The unit will be
restarted automatically. (Some of the settings may be retained
even after resetting the unit.)
[YES], [CANCEL]
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
Seeking a service component
Presetting service component

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The tuner frequencies on this unit are allocated 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 only works in areas that broadcast RDS signals for FM
stations.
1Press SRC/OFF to select [RADIO].
2Press BAND/ to select the band from [FM1], [FM2], [FM3], [MW] or [LW].
3Press a number button (1/ to6/).
TIP
The / buttons can be also used to select a preset station when [SEEK] is set to [PCH] in the
FUNCTION settings (page 9).
The six strongest stations are stored on the number buttons (1/ to6/).
1After selecting the band, press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select [FUNCTION], then press to confirm.
3Turn the M.C. dial to select [BSM], then press to confirm.
To seek a station manually
1After selecting the band, press / to select a station.
Press and hold / then release to seek an available station. Scanning stops
when the unit receives a station. To cancel seek tuning, press / .
NOTE
[SEEK] needs to be set to [MAN] in the FUNCTION settings (page 9).
To store stations manually
1While receiving the station you want to store, press and hold one of the number
buttons (1/ to6/ ) until it stops flashing.
The unit searches for a station by PTY (program type) information.
1Press during FM reception.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select a program type from [NEWS/INFO], [POPULAR],
[CLASSICS] or [OTHERS].
3Press the M.C. dial.
The unit begins to search for a station. When it is found, its program service name is
displayed.
NOTES
•To cancel the search, press the M.C. dial.
•The program of some stations may differ from that indicated by the transmitted PTY.
•If no station is broadcasting the type of program you searched for, [NOT FOUND] is displayed for
about two seconds and then the tuner returns to the original station.
PTY list
For more details about PTY list, visit the following site:
http://www.pioneer.eu/eur/products/25/121/tech/CarAudio/PTY.html
Radio
Receiving preset stations
Best stations memory (BSM)
Using PTY functions

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Disconnect headphones from the device before connecting it to the unit.
USB device/iPod
1Open the USB port cover.
2Plug in the USB device/iPod using an appropriate cable.
CAUTION
Use an optional Pioneer USB cable (CD-U50E) to connect the USB storage device as any device
connected directly to the unit will protrude out from the unit, which could be dangerous.
Before removing the device, stop playback.
MTP connection
A device installed with Android OS 4.0 or later can be connected to the unit via MTP, using the cable
supplied with the device. However, depending on the connected device and the numbers of the files in
the device, audio files/songs may not be able to be played back via MTP. Note that MTP connection is
not compatible with WAV file formats, and cannot be used with the MIXTRAX function.
AUX
1Insert the stereo mini plug into the AUX input jack.
2Press SRC/OFF to select [AUX] as the source.
NOTE
If [AUX] is set to [OFF] in the SYSTEM settings, [AUX] cannot be selected as a source.
You can make various adjustments in the FUNCTION settings (page 9).
Note that the following operations do not work for an AUX device. To operate an AUX
device, use the device itself.
USB/iPod/AUX
Playing back
AUX input jack (3.5 mm stereo jack)
USB port
SRC (source)/OFF
M.C. (multi-control) dial
Operations
Purpose Operation
Select a folder/album* Press 1/ or2/.
Select a track/song (chapter) Press or .
Fast forward or reverse Press and hold or .
Search for a file from a list 1Press to display the list.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select the desired
file (folder) name or category, then press
to confirm.
3Turn the M.C. dial to select the desired
file, then press to confirm.
Playback starts.
View a list of the files in the selected folder/
category*
Press the M.C. dial when a folder/category
is selected.
Play a song in the selected folder/category* Press and hold the M.C. dial when a folder/
category is selected.
Alphabetical search (iPod only) 1Press to display the list.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select the desired
category list, then press to enter the
alphabetical search mode.
(Turning the M.C. dial twice also enters
the alphabetical search mode.)
3Turn the M.C. dial to select a letter, then
press to display the alphabetical list.
To cancel alphabetical search, press /
DIMMER.
Repeat play Press 6/.
Random/shuffle play Press 5/.
Shuffle all play (iPod only) Press and hold 5/.
Pause/resume playback Press 4/PAUSE.
Return to root folder (USB only)* Press and hold BAND/.

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* Compressed audio files only
Link play mode
You can access songs based on the artist, album, or genre currently playing.
1While listening to a song, press and hold to enter the link play mode.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select the mode ([ARTIST], [ALBUM], [GENRE]), then press to
confirm.
The selected song/album will be played after the currently playing song.
NOTE
The selected song/album may be canceled if you use functions other than those from the link play
mode (e.g. fast forward and reverse).
iPod control
You can control the unit via a connected iPod.
The following iPod models are not compatible with this function.
– iPod nano 1st generation, iPod with video
1Press BAND/ during playback, then select the control mode.
[CONTROL iPod/CTRL iPod]: The unit’s iPod function can be operated from the
connected iPod.
[CONTROL AUDIO/CTRL AUDIO]: The unit’s iPod function can only be operated by
the buttons on the unit. In this mode, the connected iPod cannot be turned on or off.
NOTES
•Switching the control mode to [CONTROL iPod/CTRL iPod] pauses song playback. Use the connected
iPod to resume playback.
•The following operations are still accessible from the unit, even if the control mode is set to
[CONTROL iPod/CTRL iPod].
– Pause, fast forward/reverse, song/chapter selection
•The volume can only be adjusted from the unit.
You can enjoy listening to an application on an iPhone via the unit. In some cases, you
can control an application by using the unit.
For details on compatible devices, visit our website.
Important
Use of third party apps may involve or require the provision of personally identifiable information,
whether through the creation of a user account or otherwise, and for certain applications, the provision
of geolocation data.
ALL THIRD PARTY APPS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PROVIDERS, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION COLLECTION AND SECURITY OF USER DATA AND PRIVACY PRACTICES. BY ACCESSING
THIRD PARTY APPS, YOU AGREE TO REVIEW THE TERMS OF SERVICE AND PRIVACY POLICIES OF THE
PROVIDERS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OR POLICIES OF ANY PROVIDER OR DO NOT
CONSENT TO THE USE OF GEOLOCATION DATA WHERE APPLICABLE, DO NOT USE THAT THIRD PARTY
APP.
For iPhone users
This function is compatible with iPhones and iPod touches installed with iOS 5.0 or later.
NOTE
PIONEER IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY THIRD PARTY APPS OR CONTENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
THEIR ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS. THE CONTENT AND FUNCTIONALITY OF SUCH APPS ARE THE
SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APP PROVIDER.
1Connect this unit with the mobile device.
•iPhone via USB (page 7)
2Press SRC/OFF to select [APP].
3Operate the mobile device to start up the application.
Basic operations
You can make various adjustments in the FUNCTION settings (page 9).
Change drives in USB device
(Devices that support the USB mass storage
device class protocol only)
Press BAND/.
Useful functions for iPod
Purpose Operation App Mode
Playback of an application via the unit
Purpose Operation
Select a track Press or .
Fast forward or reverse Press and hold or .
Pause/resume playback Press BAND/.

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You can adjust various settings in the main menu.
1Press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
2Turn the M.C. dial to select one of the categories below, then press to confirm.
•FUNCTION settings (page 9)
•AUDIO settings (page 10)
•SYSTEM settings (page 10)
•ILLUMINATION settings (page 11)
3Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.
The menu items vary according to the source.
Settings
FUNCTION settings
Menu Item Description
S.FOLLOW
[ON], [OFF] Search for another ensemble that supports the
same service component with better reception.
If no alternative service component can be found
or reception remains poor, the unit will
automatically switch to an identical FM
broadcast.
FM SETTING
[TALK], [STANDARD], [MUSIC] Match the sound quality level with the broadcast
signal conditions of the FM band signal.
(Available only when FM band is selected.)
BSM
Store the six strongest stations on the number
buttons (1/ to6/ ) automatically.
REGIONAL
[ON], [OFF] Limit the reception to the specific regional
programs when AF (alternative frequencies
search) is selected. (Available only when FM
band is selected.)
LOCAL
FM: [OFF], [LV1], [LV2], [LV3], [LV4]
MW/LW: [OFF], [LV1], [LV2]
Restrict the tuning station according to the
signal strength.
TA
[ON], [OFF] Receive current traffic information if available.
(Available only when FM band is selected.)
AF
[ON], [OFF] Allow the unit to retune to a different frequency
providing the same station. (Available only when
FM band is selected.)
NEWS
[ON], [OFF] Interrupt the currently selected source with
news programs. (Available only when FM band is
selected.)
SEEK
[MAN], [PCH] Assign / buttons to seek the stations
one by one (manual tuning) or select a station
from the preset channels.
S.RTRV
[1] (effective for low compression
rates),
[2] (effective for high
compression rates),
[OFF]
Enhance compressed audio and restore rich
sound. (Not available when USB is selected as a
source and the MIXTRAX function is set to on.)
AUDIO BOOK
[FASTER], [NORMAL], [SLOWER] Change the playback speed. (Not available when
[CONTROL iPod/CTRL iPod] is selected in the
control mode.)
PAUSE
Pause or resume playback.
Menu Item Description
USB
iPod
iPod

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*1 Not available when [SUB.W/SUB.W] is selected in [SP-P/O MODE] in the INITIAL settings (page 5).
*2 Not available when [REAR/REAR] is selected in [SP-P/O MODE] in the INITIAL settings (page 5).
*3 Not available when [OFF] is selected in [SUB.W].
You can also access to these menus when the unit is turned off.
AUDIO settings
Menu Item Description
FADER*1
Adjust the front and rear speaker balance.
BALANCE
Adjust the left and right speaker balance.
EQ SETTING
[SUPER BASS], [POWERFUL],
[NATURAL], [VOCAL], [CUSTOM1],
[CUSTOM2], [FLAT]
Select an equalizer band and
level for further customizing.
Equalizer band: [80HZ], [250HZ],
[800HZ], [2.5KHZ], [8KHZ]
Equalizer level: [+6] to [–6]
Select or customize the equalizer curve.
[CUSTOM1] can be set separately for each source.
However, each of the below combinations are set
to the same setting automatically.
•USB, iPod, and APP (iPhone)
[CUSTOM2] is a shared setting used for all
sources.
LOUDNESS
[OFF], [LOW], [MID], [HI] Compensate for clear sound at low volume.
SUB.W*2
[NOR], [REV], [OFF] Select the subwoofer phase.
SUB.W CTRL*2*3
Cut-off frequency: [50HZ],
[63HZ], [80HZ], [100HZ], [125HZ],
[160HZ], [200HZ]
Output level: [–24] to [+6]
Slope level: [–12], [–24]
Only frequencies lower than those in the
selected range are output from the subwoofer.
BASS BOOST
[0] to [+6] Select the bass boost level.
HPF SETTING
Cut-off frequency: [OFF], [50HZ],
[63HZ], [80HZ], [100HZ], [125HZ],
[160HZ], [200HZ]
Slope level: [–12], [–24]
Only frequencies higher than the high-pass filter
(HPF) cutoff are output from the speakers.
SLA
[+4] to [–4] Adjust the volume level for each source except
FM.
Each of the below combinations are set to the
same setting automatically.
•USB, iPod, and APP (iPhone)
SYSTEM settings
Menu Item Description
LANGUAGE
[ENG](English), [РУС](Russian),
[TUR](Turkish)
Select the language to display the text
information from a compressed audio file.
CLOCK SET
Set the clock (page 4).
12H/24H
[12H], [24H] Select the time notation.
AUTO PI
[ON], [OFF] Search for a different station with the same
programming, even if using a preset station.
AUX
[ON], [OFF] Set to [ON] when using an auxiliary device
connected to the unit.
MUTE MODE
[MUTE], [20dB ATT], [10dB ATT] Mute or attenuate sound automatically when a
signal from equipment with a mute function is
received.
PW SAVE*
[ON], [OFF] Reduce the battery power consumption.
Turning on the source is the only operation
allowed when this function is on.
Menu Item Description