Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. Before You Start About this unit 3 • Dolby Digital/DTS compatibility (when combining this unit with a Pioneer DVD player such as DVH-P7000R) 3 About this manual 3 Precautions 3 In case of trouble 3 Resetting the microprocessor 4 Output setting of the DVD player 4 What’s what 5 • Head Unit 5 Audio Adjustments Introduction of audio adjustments 6 • Operating the audio menu 6 • Operating the audio details menu 6 Using the sound field control 7 Using the position selector 7 Using balance adjustment 8 Adjusting source levels 8 Using the dynamic range control 9 Using the dual mono mode 9 Using the direct control 9 Using the Dolby Pro Logic 9 Setting the speaker setting 10 • Correcting the subwoofer ’s phase 10 Selecting a cut-off frequency 11 Adjusting the speaker output levels 11 Adjusting the speaker output levels using a test tone 12 Adjusting the time alignment 13 Using the equalizer 13 • Recalling equalizer curves 13 • Adjusting 3-band parametric equalizer 14 Initial Settings Correcting distorted sound 15 Additional Information Troubleshooting 16 • Common 16 • Audio/DSP 17 • DVD player setting 17 Terms 18 Specifications 19 2 En Section Before You Start About this unit About this manual This product complies with the EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC). Dolby* Digital/DTS** compatibility (when combining this unit with a Pioneer DVD player such as DVH-P7000R) When using this unit with a Pioneer DVD player, you can enjoy the atmosphere and excitement provided by DVD movie and music software featuring 5.1 channel recordings. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double- D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This unit features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and operation. 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 reading through the manual before you begin using this unit. It is especially important that you read and observe the precautions listed on this page and in other sections. Precautions • Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. • Always keep the volume low enough so you can hear sounds outside of the car. • Protect this unit from moisture. • If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed. In case of trouble Should this unit fail to operate properly, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station. English En 3 Section Before You Start 01 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 appear on the display. • To reset the microprocessor, press the RESET button on the unit with a pen tip or other pointed instrument. Output setting of the DVD player When connecting Pioneer DVD player such as DVH-P7000R, make DIGITAL OUTPUT (Setting for digital output) and OUTPUT SELECTION (Setting digital and analog audio output) as follows: Function Setting DIGITAL OUTPUT Dolby D/LPCM OUTPUT SELECTION 48KHz Refer to the DVD player manual for details on how to make those settings. Important • Be sure to set the correct position. If not, no audio can be outputted. 4 En Section Before You Start 1 2 8765 English What’s what Operate this unit with the connected head unit. Instructions in this operation manual use DVHP7000R as an example head unit. Head Unit 1 VOLUME Turn to adjust the volume. When you press the VOLUME, it extends outward so that it becomes easier to turn. To retract the VOLUME, press it again. 2 FUNCTION button Press to select functions. 3 AUDIO button Press to select an audio function. 4 5/./2/3 buttons Press to adjust the selected audio function and turn it on or off. 5 SFEQ/SFC button Press to select a sound field control. 6 BAND/ESC button Press to return to the display of each source. 3 4 7 SOURCE button This unit is switched on by selecting a source. Press to cycle through all of the available sources. Press and hold to turn off the unit. 8 EQ button Press to select an equalizer curve. En 5 Section 02 Audio Adjustments Introduction of audio adjustments By carrying out the following settings/adjustments in order, you can create a finely-tuned sound field effortlessly. 1 Setting the speaker setting 2 Using the position selector 3 ...