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Pioneer DVH-P4100UB User Manual

Pioneer DVH-P4100UB
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Operation Manual
DVD RDS RECEIVER
DVH-P4100UB
English

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Pioneer DVH-P4100UB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio systemDolby Digital
MP3 playbackYes
Audio formats supportedAAC, MP3, WMA
Video formats supportedDivX
Preset stations quantity24
Output power200 W
Product colorBlack
Ready for iPodNo
Digital audio optical out1
File typeMP3, WMA, AAC, JPEG, DivX
I/O ports1 x Aux In 2 x RCA preouts 1 x RCA video 1 x USB 1 x Video output
Illumination colorWhite

Summary

Before You Start

Be sure to read this

Important safety and operational notes to review before using the product.

To ensure safe driving

Guidelines and warnings for safe operation while driving.

Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries

Instructions for proper disposal of electronic products and batteries.

About this unit

Basic information about the unit's allocated tuner frequencies and RDS function.

DVD video disc region numbers

Explains DVD disc region compatibility and how to find the player's region number.

About this manual

Guidance on how to use the manual to understand unit functions and features.

Visit our website

Provides the website address for product registration and latest information.

In case of trouble

Advice on what to do if the product fails to operate properly.

Features

Lists the key features and compatibility of the unit with various media formats.

About DivX

Explains DivX as a compressed digital video format and its playback compatibility.

When an operation is prohibited

Describes situations where operations might be prohibited due to disc programming.

Protecting your unit from theft

Instructions on how to detach the front panel to prevent theft.

Removing the front panel

Step-by-step guide on how to detach the front panel from the unit.

Attaching the front panel

Instructions on how to reattach the front panel securely to the unit.

Use and care of the remote control

Guidance on installing the battery and proper handling of the remote control.

Operating this unit

What's what

Identifies and explains the functions of the head unit's buttons and ports.

Head unit

Details the various buttons and ports located on the main head unit.

Remote control

Lists and describes the functions of the buttons on the remote control.

Display indication

Explains the different indicators and symbols displayed on the unit.

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations like power, source selection, and volume adjustment.

Remote control

Detailed explanation of each button on the remote control and its function.

Display indication

Provides a comprehensive guide to the various indicators and their meanings.

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations like power, source selection, and volume adjustment.

Tuner

Covers basic tuner operations including band selection, tuning, and seeking.

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental tuner operations like band selection and tuning.

Selecting a band

How to select between FM1, FM2, MW, and LW bands.

Manual tuning (step by step)

Instructions for manual tuning using the unit's controls.

Seeking tuning

How to automatically seek for radio stations.

Storing and recalling broadcast frequencies

How to save and recall favorite radio station frequencies using preset buttons.

Switching the RDS display

How to cycle through RDS display information like program service name and PTY.

Receiving PTY alarm broadcasts

How the unit automatically receives PTY alarm broadcasts for emergency announcements.

Introduction to advanced operations

Guide on how to access and navigate the main menu for advanced functions.

Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies

Automatically stores the six strongest broadcast frequencies.

Tuning in strong signals

How to use local seek tuning to find stations with strong signals.

Selecting alternative frequencies

How the unit automatically searches for a different station in the same network for better reception.

Receiving traffic announcements

How to enable and use TA to receive traffic announcements automatically.

Built-in DVD player

Covers fundamental operations for playing discs in the built-in DVD player.

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations for playing discs in the built-in DVD player.

Opening the front panel

How to open the front panel to access the disc loading slot.

Ejecting a disc

How to eject a disc from the player.

Selecting a folder

How to navigate and select folders on a disc.

Selecting a chapter/track/file

How to select specific chapters, tracks, or files for playback.

Fast forwarding or reversing

How to fast forward or reverse playback for DVD, DivX, and Video CDs.

Returning to root folder

How to return to the root folder when browsing disc contents.

Basic playback controls

Details the basic playback controls like play, pause, stop, skip, and fast forward/reverse.

Switching the media file type

How to switch between different media file types on discs containing mixed formats.

Operating the DVD menu

How to access and navigate DVD menus for disc content selection.

PBC playback

How to operate menus on Video CDs featuring PBC (Playback Control).

Playing DivX® VOD content

Information on playing DivX Video on Demand content and registration requirements.

CM skip/CM back

How to skip commercials during DVD playback.

Resume playback (Bookmark)

How to bookmark a scene to resume playback later.

Specifying title

How to select a specific title from a DVD for playback.

Specifying track

How to select a specific track from a Video CD for playback.

Searching for the part you want to play

Methods for finding specific sections or parts of a disc for playback.

Changing audio language during playback (Multi-audio)

How to switch between different audio languages or systems during DVD playback.

Changing the subtitle language during playback (Multi-subtitle)

How to switch between different subtitle languages during DVD playback.

Changing the viewing angle during playback (Multi-angle)

How to switch between different camera angles during DVD playback.

Frame-by-frame playback

How to advance playback one frame at a time.

Slow motion playback

How to play back video at a slower speed.

Return to the specified scene

How to return to a pre-programmed scene on a DVD.

Automatic playback of DVDs

How to set the unit to automatically start playback from the first chapter.

Displaying text information

How to display text information from discs on the unit's display.

Selecting titles from the title list

How to view and select titles from a list on a DVD-VR disc.

Selecting files from the file name list

How to view and select files or folders from a list on discs or USB devices.

Selecting tracks from the track title list

How to view and select tracks from a CD TEXT disc using a title list.

Introduction to advanced operations

Overview of advanced playback functions available during playback.

Selecting a repeat play range

How to set the range for repeated playback of tracks or discs.

Playing tracks/files in random order

How to play tracks or files in a random sequence.

Scanning folders and tracks

How to scan the first 10 seconds of each track or file.

Selecting audio output

How to switch audio output for DVD and Video CDs between stereo and monaural.

Pausing playback

How to pause and resume playback of discs.

Selecting the play mode

How to select between original or playlist modes for DVD-VR discs.

Using advanced sound retriever

How to use the advanced sound retriever to enhance compressed audio quality.

Rotating the displayed picture

How to rotate the displayed picture for JPEG files.

Switching the information display

How to switch between different information displays on the unit.

USB portable audio player/USB memory

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations for playing files from USB devices.

Plugging a USB storage device and playing

Steps to connect and start playback from a USB storage device.

Selecting a folder

How to select folders on a connected USB device.

Fast forwarding or reversing

How to fast forward or reverse playback of USB files.

Selecting a track/file

How to select specific tracks or files from a USB device.

Returning to root folder

How to return to the root folder on a USB device.

Unplugging a USB storage device

How to safely disconnect a USB storage device from the unit.

Switching the media file type

How to switch between JPEG and compressed audio file types on USB devices.

Selecting a file directly in the current folder

How to select a file directly from the current folder on a USB device.

Displaying text information

How to display text information for files on a USB device.

Selecting files from the file name list

How to select files by browsing a file name list on a USB device.

Introduction to advanced operations

Overview of advanced functions for USB playback.

Switching the information display

How to switch between different information displays for USB playback.

iPod

Basic Operations

Covers fundamental operations for controlling and playing songs/videos from an iPod.

Connecting an iPod

Step-by-step instructions for connecting an iPod to the unit.

Fast forwarding or reversing

How to fast forward or reverse playback for iPod content.

Selecting a song/video/chapter

How to select songs, videos, or chapters from an iPod.

Disconnecting an iPod

How to safely disconnect an iPod from the unit.

Searching songs by category

How to search for songs by category such as artist, album, or genre.

Searching by alphabet in the list

How to search for iPod content alphabetically.

Displaying text information on iPod

How to display text information from the iPod on the unit's display.

Introduction to advanced operations

Overview of advanced functions for iPod playback.

Playing songs/videos in a random order (shuffle)

How to play songs or videos from an iPod in a random order.

Playing all songs/videos in a random order (shuffle all)

How to shuffle playback for all songs/videos on an iPod.

Playing songs related to the currently playing song

How to play songs related to the currently playing song (artist, album, genre lists).

Operating this unit's iPod function from your iPod

How to control the unit's iPod functions directly from the connected iPod.

Changing audiobook speed

How to adjust the playback speed for audiobooks on an iPod.

Audio Adjustments

Changing the screen mode

How to select the screen aspect ratio (widescreen or standard) for video playback.

Information display

Details on what information is displayed on the unit during playback.

Title display

Explains the title display, showing song information.

Introduction of audio adjustments

Overview of various audio adjustment functions available.

Using balance adjustment

How to adjust the fader/balance for optimal listening environment.

Using the equalizer

How to select from preset equalizer curves or create custom ones.

Recalling equalizer curves

How to select stored equalizer curve settings.

Adjusting equalizer curves

How to adjust and memorize custom equalizer curves.

Adjusting bass/mid/treble

How to adjust the bass, mid, and treble levels.

Adjusting loudness

How to adjust loudness to compensate for low-volume sound deficiencies.

Adjusting source levels

How to adjust volume levels of different sources to prevent radical changes.

Setting up the DVD player

Introduction of DVD setup adjustments

Overview of various settings for the DVD player.

Setting the subtitle language

How to set the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback.

Setting the audio language

How to set the preferred audio language for DVD playback.

Setting the menu language

How to set the preferred language for DVD menus.

Setting the on screen display language

How to set the preferred language for on-screen displays and menus.

Setting the character set

How to set the character set for DivX subtitles and displays.

Setting the angle icon display

How to enable the angle icon display for multi-angle scenes.

Setting the aspect ratio

How to set the correct TV aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) for display.

Setting the slide show interval

How to set the interval for displaying JPEG images in a slideshow.

Setting the parental lock

How to set parental lock levels to restrict viewing of adult content.

Setting the code number and level

How to register a code number and set the parental lock level.

Changing the level

How to change the previously set parental lock level.

Setting the DivX subtitle file

How to select whether to display DivX external subtitles.

Setting for digital output

How to select the digital output setting for audio.

Displaying your DivX® VOD registration code

How to generate and display the DivX VOD registration code.

Setting the down sampling output

How to set the down sampling output for audio frequencies.

Initial Settings

Adjusting initial settings

Overview of how to customize system settings for optimal performance.

Setting the FM tuning step

How to set the FM tuning step (50 kHz or 100 kHz).

Switching Auto PI Seek

How to enable automatic station searching during preset recall.

Switching the auxiliary setting

How to activate auxiliary devices connected to the unit.

Switching the auxiliary 1 setting

How to configure the AUX1 input for audio or video devices.

Switching the auxiliary 2 setting

How to enable or disable the AUX2 input.

Switching the sound muting/attenuation

How to manage sound muting or attenuation when external mute signals are received.

Setting the AV input

How to set the AV input source according to the connected component.

Selecting the illumination color

How to select the desired illumination color (blue or red).

Switching the ever scroll

How to enable or disable continuous scrolling of text information.

Multi language display setting

How to set the display language for text information.

Setting the display connection on or off

How to turn the detailed text information display on or off.

Correcting distorted sound

How to minimize distortion caused by equalizer settings when using a multi-channel processor.

Resetting the audio functions

How to reset most audio functions to their default settings.

Other Functions

Using the AUX source

How to connect and use auxiliary devices (VCR, portable players) as AUX sources.

About AUX1 and AUX2

Explains the two methods to connect auxiliary devices and their assignments.

AUX1 source

Details on connecting auxiliary devices to the front AUX input.

AUX2 source

Details on connecting auxiliary devices to the rear RCA input.

Selecting AUX as the source

How to select AUX (AUX1 or AUX2) as the audio source.

Switching between digital and analog

How to switch AUX mode between analog and digital when connected to DEQ-P6600.

Using the external unit

How to control external Pioneer products connected to the unit.

Selecting the external unit as the source

How to select an external Pioneer unit as a source for control.

Using the functions allocated to 1/S.Rtv to 6/ keys

How to use specific keys to control external units.

Advanced operations

Overview of advanced operations for controlling external units.

Using the PGM button

How to use the PGM (BOOKMARK) button for preprogrammed functions and pause control.

Available accessories

Bluetooth adapter

Information on controlling a separately sold Bluetooth adapter.

Digital Signal Processor

How to control the DEQ-P6600 multi-channel processor for sound tuning.

Introduction of DSP adjustments

Overview of DSP adjustments for creating a finely-tuned sound field.

Using balance adjustment

How to adjust fader and balance settings for optimal sound.

Using the position selector

How to automatically adjust speaker levels and delay for the listening position.

Using the Dolby Pro Logic II

How to create surround sound effects using Dolby Pro Logic II.

Adjusting the Music mode

How to adjust Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width for Music mode.

Using the sound field control

How the SFC function recreates acoustics of various performance settings.

Using the down-mix function

How to play back multi-channel audio in 2 channels.

Using the dynamic range control

How to compress dynamic range for clearer sound at low volumes.

Using the direct control

How to override audio settings to check their effectiveness.

Adjusting source levels

How to adjust volume levels of different sources.

Using the auto-equalizer

How to turn the auto-equalizer on or off.

Auto TA and EQ (auto-time alignment and auto-equalizing)

How auto TA and EQ automatically adjust speaker distance and car acoustics.

Carrying out auto TA and EQ

Step-by-step guide on how to perform the auto TA and EQ measurement.

Setting the speaker setting

How to configure speaker settings (size, presence, phase) for optimal sound.

Correcting the subwoofer's phase

How to adjust subwoofer phase to improve bass output.

Selecting a cross-over frequency

How to select frequencies for subwoofer and speaker reproduction.

Adjusting the speaker output levels

How to finely adjust speaker output levels for overall balance.

Adjusting the speaker output levels using a test tone

How to use a test tone to adjust speaker output levels for balance.

Using the time alignment

How to adjust the time delay between speakers and listening position.

Adjusting the time alignment

How to adjust the distance between speakers and the listening position.

Using the equalizer

How to adjust equalization to match car interior acoustics.

Recalling equalizer curves

How to recall stored equalizer curve settings.

Adjusting 3-band parametric equalizer

How to adjust center frequency, level, and Q factor for custom equalizer curves.

Appendix Additional Information

Troubleshooting

Common symptoms, causes, and actions for troubleshooting unit operation.

Common

Lists common operational issues and their resolutions.

Problems during DVD playback

Specific issues and solutions related to DVD playback.

Problems during Video CD playback

Specific issues and solutions related to Video CD playback.

Problems during iPod playback

Specific issues and solutions related to iPod playback.

Problems during multi-channel processor connection

Issues related to connecting and operating the multi-channel processor.

Error messages

Lists common error messages and their meanings/solutions.

Built-in DVD player

Error messages specific to the built-in DVD player.

USB audio player/USB memory

Error messages and solutions for USB audio players and memory devices.

iPod

Error messages and solutions specific to iPod connections and operation.

Understanding auto TA and EQ error messages

Explains error messages related to auto TA and EQ functions.

Handling guideline of discs and player

Proper handling and care instructions for discs and the player.

DVD discs

Notes on compatibility and playback of different types of DVD discs.

DVD-R/DVD-RW discs

Information about playing DVD-R/-RW discs and their compatibility.

AVCHD recorded discs

States incompatibility with AVCHD format discs.

CD-R/CD-RW discs

Information on playing CD-R/-RW discs and potential playback issues.

Dual Discs

Information about Dual Discs and potential playback problems.

Compressed audio compatibility

Details compatible formats for compressed audio files (WMA, MP3, AAC).

Handling guideline and supplemental information

Guidelines for handling audio files with image data and file name display limits.

Example of a hierarchy

Illustrates a typical folder hierarchy for compressed audio files.

The sequence of audio files on the disc

Explains how the unit assigns folder numbers and sequences audio files on discs.

The sequence of audio files on USB memory

Explains audio file sequence on USB memory, noting player dependency.

iPod compatibility

Lists supported iPod models and software versions.

About handling the iPod

Important precautions for handling and using an iPod with the unit.

About iPod settings

How iPod settings are affected when connected to the unit.

JPEG picture files

Information about the JPEG file format and its compatibility.

DivX compatibility

Details compatible DivX video formats, extensions, and codecs.

DivX video files

Information on DivX video file playback characteristics and limitations.

Russian character chart

A chart showing Russian characters and their display/character codes.

Language code chart for DVD

A chart listing language codes for inputting desired DVD subtitle/audio languages.

Copyright and trademark notice

Legal notices regarding copyright protection and trademarks used in the product.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Explains Dolby Pro Logic II technology for surround sound.

DTS Digital Out

Information about DTS Digital Out technology.

DivX

Mentions DivX Certified products and their associated logos.

Terms

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

AAC

Definition of AAC audio compression technology.

Aspect ratio

Explanation of aspect ratios (4:3 and 16:9) for TV screens.

Bit rate

Explanation of bit rate and its effect on sound and video quality.

Chapter

Definition of chapters in DVD titles and their use in search functions.

DivX

Definition of DivX media technology and its features.

DivX Certified

Explanation of DivX Certified products and their guaranteed playback.

Dolby Digital

Explanation of Dolby Digital for multi-channel audio.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Explanation of Dolby Pro Logic II for creating surround sound.

DTS

Explanation of DTS for multi-channel surround sound.

Dynamic range control

Explanation of dynamic range control for clearer sound at low volumes.

EXIF (Exchangeable image file)

Definition of EXIF file format for digital still cameras.

ID3 tag

Explanation of ID3 tags for embedding track information in MP3 files.

ISO9660 format

Explanation of ISO9660 format regulations for CD-ROM folders and files.

JPEG

Definition of JPEG image compression standard.

Linear PCM (LPCM)/Pulse code modulation

Explanation of linear pulse code modulation for music CDs and DVDs.

m3u

Definition of m3u playlist file extension.

MP3

Definition of MP3 audio compression standard.

MPEG

Definition of MPEG video compression standard.

MS ADPCM

Definition of Microsoft adaptive differential pulse code modulation.

Multi-angle

Explanation of multi-angle viewing options on DVDs.

Multi-audio (Multilingual dialog)

Explanation of multi-audio options for different languages on DVDs.

Multi-session

Explanation of multi-session recording methods for discs.

Multi-subtitle

Explanation of multi-subtitle options for different languages on DVDs.

Number of quantization bits

Explanation of quantization bits and their effect on sound quality.

Packet write

Method for writing files to CD-R at required times.

Parental lock

Explanation of parental lock features on DVD discs to restrict content.

Playback control (PBC)

Explanation of PBC on Video CDs for interactive playback.

Region number

Explanation of DVD region numbers and playback restrictions.

Title

Explanation of titles on DVD discs and their use in search functions.

VBR

Definition of VBR and its role in audio compression.

WMA

Definition of WMA audio compression technology developed by Microsoft.

Specifications

General

General specifications including power, dimensions, and weight.

Audio

Audio specifications including power output and tone controls.

DVD Player

DVD player specifications including system, region, and disc compatibility.

FM tuner

FM tuner specifications including frequency range and sensitivity.

MW tuner

MW tuner specifications including frequency range and sensitivity.

LW tuner

LW tuner specifications including frequency range and sensitivity.

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