Pioneer SPH-DA230DAB User manual

English
SPH-DA230DAB
RDS AV RECEIVER
Operation Manual

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Important
■Precaution ......................... 3
Important safety information .................................. 3
To ensure safe driving ................................................. 3
When using a display connected to V OUT......... 4
To avoid battery exhaustion..................................... 4
Rear view camera ......................................................... 4
Handling the USB connector.................................... 4
In case of trouble .......................................................... 4
Visit our website............................................................ 4
About this product....................................................... 4
Protecting the LCD panel and screen.................... 4
Notes on internal memory........................................ 4
About this manual........................................................ 4
■Parts and controls............. 5
Main unit.......................................................................... 5
■Basic operation ................. 6
Resetting the microprocessor.................................. 6
Remote control.............................................................. 6
Starting up the unit ..................................................... 6
Using the touch panel ................................................ 6
Top menu screen .......................................................... 7
■Bluetooth........................... 8
Bluetooth connection ................................................ 8
Bluetooth settings ....................................................... 8
Switching the connected Bluetooth device....... 9
Hands-free phoning.................................................... 9
Bluetooth audio.......................................................... 12
■AppRadio Mode + ........... 13
Using AppRadio Mode +......................................... 13
Starting procedure .................................................... 13
Using the keyboard ................................................... 14
Using the audio mix function................................ 14
■AV source ......................... 15
Supported AV source................................................ 15
Displaying the AV operation screen.................... 15
Selecting a source...................................................... 15
Changing the display order of source ................ 15
Adjusting the range of favourite source icons
area........................................................................... 16
■iPod/iPhone or
smartphone connection
for AV source.................... 16
iPod/iPhone with a Lightning connector .......... 16
iPhone with a 30-pin connector ........................... 17
Smartphone (Android™ device)............................ 17
■Digital Radio.................... 18
Digital Radio tuner operations.............................. 18
Starting procedure .................................................... 18
Basic operation ........................................................... 19
DAB settings ................................................................ 19
■Radio ................................ 20
Starting procedure .................................................... 20
Basic operation ........................................................... 20
Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies
(BSM)........................................................................ 21
Radio settings.............................................................. 21
■Compressed files ............. 22
Plugging/unplugging a USB storage device.... 22
Contents
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.
The screen shown in the examples may
differ from actual screens, which may be
changed without notice for
performance and function
improvements.
Starting procedure.................................................... 22
Basic operation........................................................... 23
■iPod .................................. 26
Connecting your iPod .............................................. 26
Basic operation........................................................... 26
■Spotify®............................ 28
Listening to Spotify................................................... 28
Basic operation........................................................... 28
■AUX .................................. 30
Starting procedure.................................................... 30
Basic operation........................................................... 30
■AV input ........................... 31
Starting procedure.................................................... 31
■MIXTRAX .......................... 32
MIXTRAX EZ operation............................................. 32
Starting procedure.................................................... 32
MIXTRAX settings ...................................................... 32
■Settings............................ 33
Displaying the setting screen................................ 33
System settings .......................................................... 33
Theme settings ........................................................... 37
Audio settings............................................................. 37
Video settings ............................................................. 41
■Favourite menu ............... 42
Creating a shortcut ................................................... 42
Selecting a shortcut.................................................. 42
Removing a shortcut ................................................ 42
■Other functions ............... 42
Setting the time and date....................................... 42
Changing the wide screen mode......................... 42
Restoring this product to the default
settings ................................................................... 43
■Apple CarPlay.................. 43
Using Apple CarPlay ................................................. 43
Setting the driving position................................... 43
Starting procedure.................................................... 44
Adjusting the volume .............................................. 44
■Android Auto™ ................ 45
Using Android Auto .................................................. 45
Setting the driving position ................................... 45
Starting procedure .................................................... 45
Adjusting the volume ............................................... 45
Setting the auto-launch function......................... 46
■Appendix for Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto............ 46
Error messages ............................................................ 46
Detailed information regarding connected iPod
devices .................................................................... 47
Using app-based connected content ................. 47
■Appendix ......................... 48
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 48
Error messages ............................................................ 48
Detailed information for playable media .......... 50
Bluetooth ...................................................................... 51
WMA................................................................................ 51
FLAC ................................................................................ 51
DivX ................................................................................. 52
AAC.................................................................................. 52
Google™, Google Play, Android ............................ 52
MIXTRAX........................................................................ 52
Detailed information regarding connected iPod
devices .................................................................... 52
Using app-based connected content ................. 52
Spotify® .......................................................................... 53
Notice regarding video viewing ........................... 53
Notice regarding MP3 file usage .......................... 53
Using the LCD screen correctly ............................. 53
Specifications............................................................... 53

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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.
CAUTION
This product is evaluated in moderate and tropical climate condition under the Audio, video and
similar electronic apparatus - Safety requirements, IEC 60065.
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 allow this product to come into contact with liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also,
damage to the product, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids.
•If liquid or foreign matter should get inside this product, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn the
ignition switch off (ACC OFF) immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer
Service Station. Do not use this product in this condition because doing so may result in a fire, electric
shock, or other failure.
•If you notice smoke, a strange noise or odour from this product, or any other abnormal signs on the
LCD screen, turn off the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer
Service Station. Using this product in this condition may result in permanent damage to the system.
Precaution
Certain country and government laws may prohibit or restrict the placement and use of this product
in your vehicle. Please comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the use, installation
and operation of this product.
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.
Important safety information
•Do not disassemble or modify this product, as there are high-voltage components inside which may
cause an electric shock. Be sure to consult your dealer or the nearest authorised Pioneer Service
Station for internal inspection, adjustments or repairs.
Before using this product, be sure to read and fully understand the following safety
information:
•Do not operate this product, any applications, or the rear view camera option (if
purchased) if doing so will divert your attention in any way from the safe operation of
your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules and follow all existing traffic
regulations. If you experience difficulty in operating this product or reading the
display, park your vehicle in a safe location and apply the handbrake before making
the necessary adjustments.
•Never set the volume of this product so high that you cannot hear outside traffic and
emergency vehicles.
•To promote safety, certain functions are disabled unless the vehicle is stopped and/or
the handbrake is applied.
•Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and safety
information.
•Do not install this product where it may (i) obstruct the driver’s vision, (ii) impair the
performance of any of the vehicle’s operating systems or safety features, including air
bags or hazard lamp buttons or (iii) impair the driver’s ability to safely operate the
vehicle.
•Please remember to fasten your seat belt at all times while operating your vehicle. If
you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe if your seat
belt is not properly buckled.
•Never use headphones while driving.
WARNING
• LIGHT GREEN LEAD AT POWER CONNECTOR IS DESIGNED TO DETECT PARKED STATUS AND
MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY SIDE OF THE HANDBRAKE SWITCH. IMPROPER
CONNECTION OR USE OF THIS LEAD MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE LAW AND MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE.
• Do not take any steps to tamper with or disable the handbrake interlock system which is in
place for your protection. Tampering with or disabling the handbrake interlock system could
result in serious injury or death.
• To avoid the risk of damage and injury and the potential violation of applicable laws, this
product is not for use with a video image that is visible to the driver.
•In some countries the viewing of video image on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other
than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed.
If you attempt to watch video image while driving, the warning “Viewing of front seat
video source while driving is strictly prohibited.” will appear on the screen. To watch
video image on this display, stop the vehicle in a safe place and apply the handbrake.
Please keep the brake pedal pushed down before releasing the handbrake.
To ensure safe driving

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The video output terminal (V OUT) is for connection of a display to enable passengers in
the rear seats to watch video images.
WARNING
NEVER install the rear display in a location that enables the driver to watch video images while driving.
Be sure to run the vehicle engine while using this product. Using this product without
running the engine can drain the battery.
WARNING
Do not install this product in a vehicle that does not have an ACC wire or circuitry available.
With an optional rear view camera, you are able to use this product as an aid to keep an
eye on trailers, or backing into a tight parking spot.
WARNING
•SCREEN IMAGE MAY APPEAR REVERSED.
•USE INPUT ONLY FOR REVERSE OR MIRROR IMAGE REAR VIEW CAMERA. OTHER USE MAY RESULT IN
INJURY OR DAMAGE.
CAUTION
The rear view mode is to use this product as an aid to keep an eye on the trailers, or while backing up.
Do not use this function for entertainment purposes.
CAUTION
•To prevent data loss and damage to the storage device, never remove it from this product 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.
Should this product fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorised
Pioneer Service Station.
When using a display connected to V OUT
To avoid battery exhaustion
Rear view camera
Handling the USB connector
In case of trouble
Visit us at the following site:
http://www.pioneer-car.eu
•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.
•We offer the latest information about PIONEER CORPORATION on our website.
•Pioneer regularly provides software updates to further improve it’s products. Please
check the support section of the Pioneer website for all available software updates.
•This product does not work correctly in areas other than Europe. The RDS (Radio Data
System) function operates only in areas with FM stations broadcasting RDS signals.
The RDS-TMC service can also be used in the area where there is a station that
broadcasts the RDS-TMC signal.
•The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in Germany.
•Do 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.
•When using a mobile phone, keep the aerial of the mobile phone away from the LCD
screen to prevent disruption of the video in the form of spots, coloured stripes, etc.
•To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the touch panel keys only
with your finger and do so gently.
•The information will be erased by disconnecting the yellow lead from the battery (or
removing the battery itself ).
•Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.
This manual uses diagrams of actual screens to describe operations. However, the
screens on some units may not match those shown in this manual depending on the
model used.
Visit our website
About this product
Protecting the LCD panel and screen
Notes on internal memory
About this manual

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Meanings of symbols used in this manual
This indicates to touch the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.
This indicates to touch and hold the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.
Parts and controls
Main unit
LCD screen
VOL (+/-)
Press to switch between the Application screen and the AV operation screen.
Press and hold to switch to the camera view mode.
NOTE
To activate the camera view mode with this button, set [Back Camera Input] to
[On] or [AV Input] to [Camera] (page 34).
Press to display the top menu screen.
Press and hold to power off. To power back on, press any button.
Press to display the menu bar (page 7).
Press and hold to mute or unmute.
Press to display the top menu screen or back to previous screen.
Press and hold to turn off the display.
Press to activate the voice recognition mode such as Siri when the iPhone is
connected to the unit via Bluetooth or USB.
RESET Press to reset the microprocessor (page 6).

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CAUTION
•Pressing the RESET button resets settings and recorded contents to the factory settings.
– Do not perform this operation when a device is connected to this product.
– Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.
•The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions:
– Prior to using this product for the first time after installation.
– If this product fails to operate properly.
– If there appears to be problems with the operation of the system.
1Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed tools.
Settings and recorded contents are reset to the factory settings.
The remote control CD-R33 is sold separately. For details concerning operations, see the
remote control manual.
1Start the engine to boot up the system.
The [Select Program Language] screen appears.
NOTE
From the second time on, the screen shown will differ depending on the previous conditions.
2Touch the language.
3Touch .
The [Speaker Mode Settings] screen appears.
4Touch the speaker modes.
[Standard Mode]
4-speaker system with front and rear speakers, or a 6-speaker system with front and
rear speakers and subwoofers.
[Network Mode]
Basic operation
Resetting the microprocessor
Remote control
Starting up the unit
3-way system with a high range speaker, middle range speaker and subwoofer (low
range speaker) for reproduction of high, middle and low frequencies (bands).
WARNING
Do not use the unit in standard mode when a speaker system for 3-way network mode is
connected to the unit. This may cause damage to the speakers.
5Touch [OK].
Initial Legal Disclaimer screen appears.
6Touch [OK].
The top menu screen appears.
NOTE
Once the speaker mode is set, the setting cannot be changed unless this product is restored to the
default settings. Restore the default settings to change the speaker mode setting (page 43).
To change the speaker mode, you need to restore this product to the default settings.
1Restore the default setting (page 43).
You can operate this product by touching the keys on the screen directly with your
fingers.
NOTE
To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the screen only with your finger gently.
: Returns to the previous screen.
: Close the screen.
Switching the speaker mode
Using the touch panel
Common touch panel keys

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1Press .
The menu bar pops up on the screen.
NOTE
The menu bar availability may vary depending on the activating source.
Operating list screens
Touching an item on the list allows you to narrow down the options and
proceed to the next operation.
Appears when all characters are not displayed on the display area.
If you touch the key, the rests are scrolled for display.
NOTE
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the handbrake.
Appears when items cannot be displayed on a single page.
Drag the side bar, the initial search bar or the list to view any hidden items.
Operating the time bar
You can change the playback point by dragging the key.
The playback time corresponding to the position of the key is displayed while
dragging the key.
Operating the menu bar
Switches the dimmer duration by day or night.
NOTE
When AppRadio Mode + is on, AppRadio Mode + SideControlBar is displayed.
Switches between playback and pause.
Skips files forwards or backwards.
Performs fast reverse or fast forwards.
Displays setting menu screen (page 33).
Closes the menu bar.
Top menu screen

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Favourite source icons
TIPS
•When you connect the external navigation system to this unit, the navigation
mode key is displayed at the middle of the right side of the display.
•If you select [Power OFF], you can turn off almost all functions.
– An incoming call is received (only for hands-free phoning via Bluetooth).
– A rear view camera image is input when the vehicle is in reverse.
– A button on this unit is pressed.
– The ignition switch is turned off (ACC OFF), then turned on (ACC ON).
AV operation key
Displays the current source.
TIP
When the last source is displayed behind the key, you can switch the source by
touching the key.
Setting the time and date (page 42)
Settings (page 33) and Favourite menu (page 42)
Connected device key
Displays connected device.
Switches the source or application with connected devices such as AppRadio
Mode +, external navigation system, etc.
TIP
When a device with a compatible application is connected, the favourite
application key appears. Once the key appears, you can adjust the range of the
favourite application key area with the following steps.
1Touch and hold .
appears at the top right of the favourite application key.
2Drag to the desired position.
To finish the adjusting, touch any place of the display except for the
favourite application key.
NOTE
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the handbrake.
AV source (page 15)
Hands-free phoning (page 9)
1Turn on the Bluetooth function on the device.
2Press .
3Touch then .
The Bluetooth screen appears.
4Touch [Connection].
5Touch .
The unit starts to search for available devices, then displays them in the device list.
6Touch the Bluetooth device name.
After the device is successfully registered, a Bluetooth connection is established by
the system. Once the connection is established, the device name is displayed on the
list.
NOTES
•If five devices are already paired, [Memory Full] is displayed. Delete a paired device first (page 9).
•If your device supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing), a six-digit number appears on the display of this
product. Touch [Yes] to pair the device.
•If you try to connect an unconnected mobile phone while two mobile phones are already connected,
the first one of the two connected mobile phones will be disconnected and the unconnected mobile
phone will be connected instead.
TIPS
•The Bluetooth connection can also be made by detecting this product from the Bluetooth device.
Before registration, make sure that [Visibility] in the [Bluetooth] menu is set to [On] (page 9). For
details on Bluetooth device operations, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
Bluetooth device.
•Two mobile phones can be connected to this product at the same time (page 9).
1Press .
2Touch then .
Bluetooth
Bluetooth connection
Bluetooth settings

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CAUTION
Never turn this product off and disconnect the device while the Bluetooth setting operation is being
processed.
After registering and connecting the Bluetooth devices to this product, you can switch
among the devices using the switch devices key in the phone function and some audio
sources.
•You can register up to five Bluetooth devices on this product (page 8).
•You can connect one of the registered devices to this product. In cases where the
registered device is equipped with a phone function, a total of two devices can be
connected at the same time when using the phone function. If two of the five
Menu Item Description
[Connection] Connect, disconnect, or delete registered Bluetooth device
manually.
Touch to delete registered device.
To connect a registered Bluetooth device manually, touch
the name of the device.
To disconnect the device, touch the name of the connected
device in the list.
NOTE
Connect the Bluetooth device manually in the following cases:
•Two or more Bluetooth devices are registered, and you want to
manually select the device to be used.
•You want to reconnect a disconnected Bluetooth device.
•Connection cannot be established automatically for some
reason.
[Auto Connect]
[On] [Off]
Select [On] to connect the last connected Bluetooth device
automatically.
NOTE
If two Bluetooth devices were connected the last time, the two
devices are connected to this product automatically in the order
that they are registered in the device list.
[Visibility]
[On] [Off]
Select [On] to make this product visible to the other device.
[PIN Code Input] Change the PIN code for Bluetooth connection.
The default PIN code is “0000”.
1Touch [0] to [9] to input the pin code (up to 8 digits).
2Touch .
[Device Information] Displaying the device name and address of this product.
[Bluetooth Memory Clear] Touch [Clear] then [OK] to clear the Bluetooth memory.
Switching the connected Bluetooth device
registered devices are already connected, you can connect the remaining third device
to use the audio function only from the switch devices key on the audio source screen.
•The icon for the mobile phone currently being used is displayed on the Phone menu
screen. If you connect two mobile phones to this product at the same time, you can
switch between the mobile phones using the switch devices key. The contents of the
phone menu are memorised for each connected mobile phone (page 9).
•The switch devices key will appear for some audio sources. The audio source may
automatically switch to another source depending on the selected device.
To use this function you need to connect your mobile phone to this product via
Bluetooth in advance (page 8).
CAUTION
For your safety, avoid talking on the phone as much as possible while driving.
1Press .
2Touch .
The phone menu screen appears.
3Touch one of the call icons on the phone menu screen.
Hands-free phoning
Making a phone call

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▶To end the call
1Touch .
▶Registering a phone number
You can easily store up to six phone numbers per device as presets.
1Press .
The following items are displayed.
•Name of the current mobile phone
•List number of the current mobile phone
•Reception status of the current mobile phone
•Battery status of the current mobile phone
TIP
If you connect two mobile phones to this product at the same time, you can switch
between the mobile phones using the switch devices key.
Switches the search language to English or system language.
NOTE
It may not appear depending on the system language setting.
Synchronises the contacts on this product's phone book with the contacts on
your phone manually.
Using preset dial list (page 10)
Using phone book
Select a contact from the phone book. Touch the desired name on the list then
select the phone number.
TIPS
•The contacts on your phone will be automatically transferred to this product.
•Update the phone book manually.
NOTES
•[Visibility] of the [Bluetooth] screen should be on (page 9).
•If two mobile phones are automatically connected to this product with the
Bluetooth device auto connect function, the phone book of the second phone is
displayed.
Using call history
Make a phone call from the received call , dialled call , or missed call .
Direct phone number input
Enter the number keys to enter the phone number then touch to make a call.
Using the preset dial lists
2Touch .
3Touch or .
On the [Phone Book] screen, touch the desired name to display the contact’s phone
number.
4Touch .
▶Dialling from the preset dial list
1Touch .
2Touch the desired entry on the list to make a call.
The dial screen appears and dialling starts.
▶Deleting a phone number
1Press .
2Touch .
3Touch .
4Touch .
5Touch [Yes].
1Touch to answer the call.
Touch to end the call.
TIPS
•Touch while getting a call waiting, switch to the talking person.
•Touch while getting a call waiting to reject the call.
NOTE
When two phones are connected at the same time, if an incoming call is received on the second phone
while you are talking on the first phone, the dial confirmation screen for the second phone will be
displayed.
By connecting your iPhone to this product, you can use the voice recognition function
(Siri Eyes Free Mode) on this product.
NOTES
•When an iPhone is used, Siri Eyes Free Mode is available with this product.
•In this chapter, iPhone and iPod touch will be referred to as “iPhone”.
Receiving a phone call
Voice recognition function (for iPhone)