Pioneer AVIC-F920BT - User Manual

Operation Manual
NAVIGATION AV SYSTEM
AVIC-F20BT
AVIC-F920BT
AVIC-F9210BT
AVIC-F9220BT
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Summary

Chapter 01 Introduction

Manual overview

Provides an overview of the manual's structure, how to use it, and key conventions.

How to use this manual

Explains how to find operation procedures, understand manual conventions, and defines key terms.

Conventions used in this manual

Details formatting and symbols used for consistent understanding of the manual's content.

Terms used in this manual

Explains specific terminology like "Front Display", "Video image", and "External storage device".

Chapter 02 Basic operation

Checking part names and functions

Identifies and explains the main parts and buttons of the navigation system.

Adjusting the LCD panel angle

Guides on how to adjust the angle of the LCD panel for optimal viewing.

Inserting and ejecting a disc

Instructions for inserting and removing discs from the drive slot.

Inserting and ejecting an SD memory card

Details the process for inserting and removing SD memory cards.

Plugging and unplugging a USB storage device

Explains how to safely connect and disconnect USB storage devices.

Connecting and disconnecting an iPod

Provides steps for connecting and disconnecting an iPod for media playback.

Flow from startup to termination

Outlines the complete process from system startup to shutdown.

On first-time startup

Guides through initial setup steps, including language selection.

Regular startup

Describes the standard procedure for starting the navigation system.

Chapter 03 How to use the navigation menu screens

Screen switching overview

Illustrates how to navigate between different menu screens using buttons like HOME and MODE.

What you can do on each menu

Details functions accessible from menus like Destination, Phone, AV Source, and Settings.

Shortcut Menu

Explains how to create shortcuts for quick access to frequently used menu items.

Selecting the shortcut

Step-by-step guide on how to register menu items into the shortcut menu.

Cancelling the shortcut

Instructions on how to remove items from the shortcut menu.

Operating list screens

Explains how to navigate and interact with list displays like Points of Interest (POI).

Operating the on-screen keyboard

Details how to use the virtual keyboard for text input.

Chapter 04 How to use the map

How to read the map screen

Explains how to interpret information displayed on the map screen, including indicators and points.

Operating the map screen

Covers map scale adjustment and orientation switching.

Scrolling the map to the position you want to see

Instructions on how to pan the map to view different areas.

Setting the “Quick Access” menu

Details how to customize the Quick Access menu for faster operations.

Switching the view mode

Explains how to switch between 2D, 3D, Street, and Rear View modes.

Chapter 05 Eco-driving function

Displaying “Eco Graph”

Describes how to view the Eco Graph to assess driving efficiency and fuel mileage.

Displaying Eco Drive Level guidance

Explains the Eco Drive Level feature and its visual feedback on driving eco-friendliness.

Sudden start alert

Details the alert system for sudden acceleration or harsh starts.

Chapter 06 Searching for and selecting a location

The basic flow of creating your route

Outlines the standard steps for setting a route to a destination.

Searching for a location by address

Guides on how to find locations using address details like street, city, or postcode.

Searching for Points of Interest (POI)

Covers how to find Points of Interest like gas stations or restaurants.

Searching for a nearby POI

Instructions for finding Points of Interest located in the vicinity.

Selecting destination from “Favourites”

Guides on selecting destinations from a list of frequently visited locations.

Searching for a location by coordinates

Details how to find locations using latitude and longitude.

Chapter 07 After the location is decided

Setting a route to your destination

Guides on setting the final route after confirming the destination.

Display multiple routes

Explains how to view and select from alternative route options.

Chapter 08 Checking and modifying the current route

Displaying the “Route Overview” screen

Shows how to view a summary of the current route and its details.

Modifying the route calculation conditions

Details how to adjust route calculation preferences like road type and restrictions.

Editing waypoints

Instructions for adding, deleting, and sorting waypoints on a route.

Sorting waypoints

Explains how to reorder waypoints for route recalculation.

Cancelling the route guidance

Guides on how to stop the current route guidance.

Chapter 09 Registering and editing locations

Storing a location in “Favourites”

Explains how to save frequently used locations for easy access.

Editing registered locations

Covers how to modify saved location details.

Deleting the entry from the “Favourites” list

Instructions on removing locations from the Favourites list.

Exporting and importing “Favourites” items

Explains how to transfer Favourites data to/from an SD card.

Deleting the entry from the “History” list

Guides on how to clear past search history entries.

Chapter 10 Using traffic information

Checking all traffic information

How to view a comprehensive list of traffic incidents.

Checking traffic information on the route

Guides on viewing traffic data specific to the current route.

Setting an alternative route to avoid traffic jams

Details how the system automatically finds detours for traffic jams.

Checking for traffic jams automatically

Explains how the system alerts about and reroutes for traffic jams.

Selecting traffic information to display

How to choose which types of traffic information are shown.

Selecting preferred RDS-TMC service provider manually

Guides on manually choosing a preferred traffic information provider.

Chapter 11 Registering and connecting a Bluetooth device

Preparing communication devices

Covers requirements and profiles for Bluetooth-enabled devices.

Registering your Bluetooth devices

Explains the process of pairing Bluetooth devices with the system.

Searching for nearby Bluetooth devices

Steps to find and register nearby Bluetooth devices.

Pairing from your Bluetooth devices

Guides on initiating pairing from the Bluetooth device itself.

Searching for a specified Bluetooth device

How to connect a specific Bluetooth device if it's not found automatically.

Deleting a registered device

Instructions on removing paired Bluetooth devices.

Connecting a registered Bluetooth device

Explains how to manually connect a previously paired device.

Setting for priority connecting

How to set a preferred device for automatic connection.

Chapter 12 Using hands-free phoning

Displaying the Phone Menu

How to access the phone interface after connecting a mobile device.

Making a phone call

Covers various methods for initiating phone calls, including direct dialling.

Calling a number in the “Contacts List”

Guides on selecting and calling contacts from the transferred phone book.

Dialling from the history

How to call numbers from the recent call history.

Receiving a phone call

Covers how the system handles incoming calls.

Transferring the phone book

Guides on how to copy phone book entries from a mobile phone.

Deleting registered contacts

Instructions for removing contacts from the phone book.

Changing the phone settings

Covers settings like device name and password for Bluetooth.

Answering a call automatically

How to configure the system to answer calls automatically.

Clearing memory

Guides on how to erase phone book and call history data.

Notes for hands-free phoning

General notes and tips for using the hands-free phoning feature.

Chapter 13 Basic operations of the AV source

Displaying the AV operation screen

How to access the screen for controlling audio/video sources.

Selecting a source

Guides on choosing different audio/video sources like FM radio or iPod.

Operating list screens

Explains how to navigate and interact with media list displays.

Switching between the AV operation screen and the list screen

How to toggle between the main AV screen and media lists.

Selecting an item

Details on how to choose specific items from media lists.

Returning to the previous display

How to navigate back to the previous screen.

Chapter 14 Using the radio (FM)

Starting procedure

Steps to begin using the FM radio function.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information displayed on the FM radio screen.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control the radio using on-screen buttons.

Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies

Guides on saving and retrieving favorite radio stations.

Using radio text

How to view text information broadcast by FM stations.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses various radio functions like BSM and tuning options.

Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies

Automatic storage of strongest FM stations via BSM.

Tuning in strong signals

How to use local seek tuning for better reception.

Limiting stations to regional programming

How to filter stations for regional broadcasts using AF.

Searching for an RDS station by PTY information

Guides on finding stations based on program type (PTY).

Receiving traffic announcements

Explains how to enable automatic reception of traffic announcements (TA).

Tuning into alternative frequencies

How the system automatically retunes to better signals using AF.

Using news programme interruption

How to switch to news broadcasts from any station.

Interruption icon status

Explains the meaning of TRFC and NEWS indicators.

Chapter 15 Using the radio (AM)

Starting procedure

Steps to begin using the AM radio function.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators on the AM radio display.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control the AM radio using on-screen buttons.

Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies

Guides on saving and retrieving favorite AM radio stations.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses AM radio functions like BSM and local tuning.

Stores the strongest broadcast frequencies

Automatic storage of strongest AM stations via BSM.

Tunes in strong signals

How to use local seek tuning for better AM reception.

Chapter 16 Playing audio CDs

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing audio CDs.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information displayed during CD playback.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control CD playback using on-screen buttons.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses CD playback functions like repeat, shuffle, and scan.

Chapter 17 Playing music files on ROM

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing music files from discs.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators for music file playback.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control music file playback using on-screen buttons.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses music file playback functions like repeat and shuffle.

Chapter 18 Playing a DVD-Video

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing DVD-Video discs.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information displayed during DVD playback.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control DVD playback using on-screen buttons.

Searching for a specific scene and starting playback from a specified time

Guides on finding specific scenes and starting playback at a chosen time.

Operating the DVD menu

How to navigate and use the DVD's interactive menu.

Direct number search

Allows direct input of numerical commands during DVD playback.

Frame-by-frame playback

How to advance playback one frame at a time during pause.

Slow motion playback

Guides on how to play back video at a reduced speed.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses DVD playback functions like repeat and audio output selection.

Chapter 19 Playing a DivX video

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing DivX video files.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information displayed during DivX playback.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control DivX playback using on-screen buttons.

Starting playback from a specified time

Guides on finding specific scenes and starting playback at a chosen time.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses DivX playback functions like repeat and screen size.

Chapter 20 DVD-Video or DivX setup

Displaying DVD;DivX Setup menu

How to access the settings for DVD and DivX playback.

Setting the parental lock

How to set restrictions for adult or violent content.

Setting the auto play

Configures the system to automatically start playback from the first title.

Setting the subtitle file for DivX

How to select whether to display external DivX subtitles.

Chapter 21 Playing music files (from USB or SD)

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing music files from USB or SD devices.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information for USB/SD music playback.

Using the touch panel keys (Music)

How to control music file playback from USB/SD.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses music file playback functions like repeat and shuffle for USB/SD.

Chapter 22 Playing video files (from USB or SD)

Starting procedure

Steps to begin playing video files from USB or SD devices.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information for USB/SD video playback.

Using the touch panel keys (Video)

How to control video file playback from USB/SD.

Searching for a specific scene and starting playback from a specified time

Guides on finding specific scenes and starting playback at a chosen time for video files.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses video playback functions like repeat and screen size for USB/SD.

Chapter 23 Using an iPod (iPod)

Starting the video playback

Steps to begin playing video content from a connected iPod.

Narrowing down a song or video with the list

How to filter and find specific media on an iPod using lists.

Operating the functions from your iPod

Explains how to control iPod functions directly from the iPod.

Playing MusicSphere

How to play playlists created with the MusicSphere application.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control iPod playback (music/video) using on-screen buttons.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses iPod playback functions like repeat, shuffle, and audiobook speed.

Chapter 24 Using the Bluetooth audio player

Starting procedure

Steps to begin using the Bluetooth audio player.

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators and information during Bluetooth audio playback.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control Bluetooth audio playback using on-screen buttons.

Using the “Function” menu

Accesses Bluetooth audio playback functions like repeat and shuffle.

Chapter 25 Using AV input

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators for AV input sources.

Using AV1

How to display video from external input 1.

Using AV2

How to display video from external input 2.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control AV input sources using on-screen buttons.

Chapter 26 Using the external unit (EXT1, EXT2)

Reading the screen

Explains the indicators for external unit operations.

Using the touch panel keys

How to control external units via on-screen buttons.

Chapter 27 Customising preferences

Displaying the “Navi Settings” screen

How to access the main menu for navigation system settings.

Checking the connections of leads

Verifies correct wiring connections for system operation.

Checking sensor learning status and driving status

Displays information about vehicle sensors and driving data.

Clearing status

How to delete learned sensor and driving status data.

Inputting the fuel consumption information for calculating the fuel cost

Guides on entering fuel data to estimate driving costs.

Recording your travel history

How to activate and review logged driving routes.

Registering your home

How to save and set your home address for easy routing.

Correcting the current location

Adjusts the vehicle's current position and direction on the map.

Changing the eco-function setting

Customizes Eco Score, Eco Drive Level, and Rapid Start alerts.

Displaying the “Map Settings” screen

How to access the main menu for map display settings.

Setting the detailed city map

Enables city map display in metropolitan areas at specific scales.

Setting the barrier graphic for city map

Displays a graphic in areas without city map data.

Setting the speed limit display

Controls the visibility of speed limits on the map.

Displaying the traffic notification icon

Selects whether to show traffic incident icons on the map.

Displaying the Bluetooth connection icon

Controls the display of the Bluetooth connection status icon.

Setting the current street name display

Selects whether to show the current street name on the map.

Setting the “Favourites” icon display

Controls the visibility of Favourites icons on the map.

Displaying the 3 D landmarks

Enables display of 3D landmarks on the map in 3D View mode.

Displaying manoeuvres

Selects whether to display visual guidance cues on the map.

Displaying the fuel consumption information

Controls the display of the Eco-Meter for fuel consumption.

Displaying POI on the map

Selects whether to show icons for surrounding Points of Interest.

Displaying preinstalled POIs on the map

Guides on selecting and displaying predefined Points of Interest icons.

Displaying the customised POIs

How to display custom POI icons loaded from an SD card.

Changing “View Mode”

Selects different screen display types for navigation guidance.

Setting the map colour change between day and night

Configures automatic map color switching based on time.

Changing the road colour

Allows selection of road colors (red or blue).

Changing the setting of navigation interruption screen

Controls automatic switching to navigation screen during AV playback.

Selecting the “Quick Access” menu

Customizes the items displayed in the Quick Access menu.

Displaying the “System Settings” screen

How to access the main menu for system-wide settings.

Customising the regional settings

Adjusts regional preferences like language and units.

Installing additional files for voice guidance (TTS files)

Instructions for installing TTS files for street name pronunciation.

Setting the time difference

Adjusts the system clock and time difference settings.

Changing the unit between km and miles

Sets display units for distance and speed.

Setting the Volume for Guidance and Phone

Adjusts volumes for navigation guidance and phone calls.

Changing the preinstalled splash screen

How to change the startup image from a list.

Changing to the splash screen stored in the SD memory card

Guides on importing custom splash screens from an SD card.

Setting for rear view camera

Configures the system to display the rear view camera image.

Adjusting the response positions of the touch panel (touch panel calibration)

Calibrates touch screen response for accurate input.

Setting the illumination colour

Customizes the color of the unit's illumination.

Checking the version information

Displays system software and component version details.

Selecting the video for “Rear display”

Chooses the video source to be output to the rear display.

Adjusting the picture

Allows adjustment of brightness, contrast, color, and dimmer for the display.

Displaying the “AV System Settings” screen

How to access the main menu for AV system settings.

Changing the wide screen mode

Selects display modes (Full, Cinema, Zoom, Normal) for video.

Setting the rear output

Configures the rear speaker output for full-range or subwoofer.

Switching the muting;attenuation timing

Controls when AV source volume is muted or attenuated.

Switching the muting;attenuation level

Sets the level of volume muting or attenuation.

Displaying the “AV Sound Settings” screen

How to access the main menu for AV sound settings.

FAD;BAL (Balance)

Adjusts front/rear and left/right speaker balance for ideal sound.

EQ

Accesses the equalizer settings for sound customization.

Loudness

Compensates for low-frequency deficiencies at low volumes.

Sub Woofer

Controls the subwoofer output mechanism.

HPF

Activates the high pass filter to exclude low frequencies from speakers.

Adjusting source levels

Adjusts volume levels for different sources to prevent drastic changes.

Enhancing bass (Bass Booster)

Boosts bass sounds to compensate for driving noise.

Setting the simulated sound stage

Selects sound stage effects like Music Studio or Dynamic Theatre.

Replicating the settings

Imports settings from utility program via SD card.

Setting the safe mode

Limits available functions while the vehicle is in motion.

Turning off the screen

Turns off the display backlight without stopping voice guidance.

Chapter 28 Operating Your Navigation System with Voice

To ensure safe driving

Safety precautions and warnings for voice operation.

Basics of Voice Operation

Overview of voice recognition technology and capabilities.

Flow of voice operation

Outlines the basic steps involved in using voice commands.

Starting voice operation

How to activate the voice command interface.

How to use the voice operation

Guides on performing voice commands for navigation.

Searching for a location by address

Step-by-step voice commands to search for addresses.

Search for POI in vicinity

Voice commands to find nearby Points of Interest.

Calling the entry on “Contacts”

Voice commands to make calls from the phone contacts.

Available basic voice commands

Lists recognized voice commands for various functions.

Voice commands related to hands-free phoning

Specific voice commands for making and managing phone calls.

Tips for Voice Operation

Advice for ensuring accurate voice command recognition.

Chapter 29 Other functions

Setting the anti-theft function

How to set a password to prevent unauthorized use.

Returning the navigation system to the default or factory settings

Explains methods to reset the system to its original state.

Setting items to be deleted

Details which settings are cleared based on the reset method used.

Restore Factory Settings

Instructions to restore the system to factory default settings.

Displaying the “Select Items to Reset” screen

Guides on selecting specific items to reset.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common navigation system problems.

Messages and how to react to them

Explains system messages and suggested corrective actions.

Positioning technology

Explains how GPS and dead reckoning work for vehicle positioning.

Handling large errors

Addresses situations where positioning accuracy might be compromised.

Conditions likely to cause noticeable positioning errors

Lists factors that can lead to inaccuracies in vehicle positioning.

Route setting information

Provides details on how the system determines routes based on map data and rules.

Handling and care of discs

Basic precautions for handling optical discs.

Playable discs

Lists the types of discs compatible with the unit.

WMA compatibility

Details on WMA file format compatibility.

WAV compatibility

Details on WAV file format compatibility.

AAC compatibility

Details on AAC file format compatibility.

DivX compatibility

Details on DivX file format, profile, audio codec, and image/file size limits.

Video files compatibility (USB, SD)

Lists compatibility for various video file extensions and codecs.

Bluetooth

Explains the Bluetooth wireless technology and its specifications.

Detailed information regarding connectable iPods

Important CAUTIONary notes for connecting iPods.

Using the LCD screen correctly

Guidelines for handling and maintaining the LCD screen.

Display information

Overviews of the Destination and Phone menus for quick reference.

Settings Menu

Lists pages related to the main Settings Menu.

Navi Settings menu

Lists pages related to the Navi Settings menu.

System Settings menu

Lists pages related to System Settings.

Map Settings menu

Lists pages related to Map Settings.

AV System Settings menu

Lists pages related to AV System Settings.

AV Sound Settings menu

Lists pages related to AV Sound Settings.

Bluetooth Settings menu

Lists pages related to Bluetooth Settings.

Glossary

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

ID3 tag

Explains embedded track information in MP3 files.

ISO 9660 format

Standard for DVD/CD-ROM folder and file logic.

MP3

Audio compression standard from MPEG.

MPEG

Standard for video image compression.

Multi-audio (Multilingual dialogue)

Ability to choose different audio tracks or languages.

Multi-subtitle

Ability to choose from multiple subtitle languages.

Parental lock

How to restrict playback of violent or adult-oriented scenes on DVDs.

Route setting

The process of determining the ideal route to a destination.

Track log

Logs recorded routes for later review or complex route navigation.

Voice guidance

Navigation voice directions provided during guidance.

Specifications

Technical specifications for the navigation system hardware.

Pioneer AVIC-F920BT Specifications