Pioneer AVIC-Z1 manual

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    Hardware Manual HDD MULTIMEDIA AV NAVIGATION SERVER AVIC-Z1[...]

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    Table of Contents Manual Overview 1 How to use this manual 1 Terminology 1 About the definition of terminology 1 Precautio ns Important Safety Information 2 Additional Safety Information 3 To avoid battery exhaustion 3 To ensure safe driving 3 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System After-sales service for Pioneer products 5 Product Registration 5 [...]

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    1 Manual Overview This manual mainly describes information related to the hardware, such as the names of parts for the navigation system or precautions for use. Please read this manual and all other enclosed manuals before using your navigation system. The following issues are described in each chap- ter: How to use this manual Terminology Before m[...]

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    2 Precautions Important Safety Info rmation Before using your navigation system, be sure to read and fully understand the following safety information: For Canadian model • Do not attempt to install or service your navigation system by yourself. Installation or servicing of the na vigation system by persons without training and experience in elec[...]

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    3 ❒ The navigation features of this product (and rear view camera option if purchased) is intended solely as an aid to you in the opera- tion of your vehicle. It is not a substitute for your attentiveness, judgment, and care when driving. ❒ Do not operate this navigation system (or the rear view camera option if purchased) if doing so in any wa[...]

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    4 • THE LIGHT GREE N LEAD AT POWER CONNECTOR IS DESIGNED TO DETECT PARKED STATUS AND MUST BE CON- NECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY SIDE OF THE PARKING BRAKE SWITCH. IMPROPER CONNECTION OR USE OF THIS LEAD MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE LAW AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE. • To avoid the risk of accident and the potential violation of applicable la[...]

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    5 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System Important (Serial Number:) The serial number of this device is located on the bottom of this product. For your own security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card. Product Registration Visit us at the following site: 1. Register y[...]

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    6 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System DVD-Video pla yback It is possible to play back DVD-Video, DVD-R (video mode) and DVD-RW (video mode). Remember that use of this navigation system for commercial or public viewing purposes may con- stitute an infringement on the author’s rights pro- tected by the Copyright Law. ➲ For details on playable[...]

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    7 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System with your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer service station regarding the satellite radio tuner that can be connected to this navigation system. For satellite radio tuner o peration, please refer to the Operation Manuals of the navigation system and satellite radio tuner. Note: The system will use direct[...]

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    8 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System When record ing plea se pay attention to these points; • Pione er does not compensate for the cont ents that could not be recorded or any loss of recorded data due to a malfunction or failure of the navigation system. • The data recorded on the navigation system is not allowed to be used without a permi[...]

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    9 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System • When changing the combination of the equ ip- ment. • When adding/removing additional products that connect to the navigation system. 1 Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2 Press the RESET button with a pen tip or other pointed instrument. ❒ If you have connected other equi pment (for example, a TV tuner)[...]

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    10 Chapter 1 Notes Before Using the System[...]

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    11 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of t he Parts Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation Sy stem and Names of the Parts Checking Part Names and Func- tions This section gives information about the names of the parts and main feat ures using the buttons. ❒ For more detail on operation, function limit ations please refer to the Ope[...]

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    12 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of the Pa rts 3 V button Press to enter the PICTURE ADJUSTMEN T mode. ➲ Operating the Picture Adjustment ➞ Opera- tion Manual Press and hold to turn off the back light of the LCD panel. To turn on the back light, press this button again. 4 Signal receptor This area receives signals from a [...]

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    13 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of t he Parts When Using the Navigation Sys- tem for the First Ti me The navigation system cannot detect the location correctly if the initial learnin g is not complete. The correct positioning can be attained after driv- ing a certain distance. (The AV source can be used normally regardless o[...]

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    14 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of the Pa rts Turning the Source Off • Press the AV button and hold until the source turns off. ❒ This navigation system also can be switched off by turning the ACC (ignition) OFF. Inserting/Ejecting a Disc • When opening, closing and adjusting the angle of the LCD panel, be careful not [...]

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    15 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of t he Parts ❒ The built-in DVD drive plays one, standard, 12- cm or 8-cm (single) disc at a time. Do no t use an adapter when playing 8-cm discs. ➲ For details, refer to “Playable discs” ➞ Page 17 ❒ If you cannot insert a disc completely or if a inserted disc is not recognized, c[...]

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    16 Chapter 2 How to Use the Navigation System and Names of the Pa rts[...]

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    17 Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting ➲ Troubleshooting ➞ Appendix of the Operation Manual Handling and Care of the Disc Some basic precaution s are necessary when handling your discs. Playable discs DVD and CD discs that display the logos shown below generally can be played back on this built- in DVD drive. DVD-Video CD ❒ is a trademark of DV[...]

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    18 Appendix ❒ When the number of discs exceeds 30, set- tings for the new disc replace those for the oldest disc. DVD drive and care • Use only normal, round discs. If you insert irregular, non-round shaped discs they may jam in the DVD drive or not play properly. • Check all discs for cracks, scratches or warp- age before playing. Discs that[...]

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    19 Appendix • Playback of discs recorded on a personal com- puter may not be possible, depending on the application settings and the environment. Please record with the correct format. (For details, contact the manufacturer of the appli- cation .) • Playback of CD-R/CD-RW discs may become impossible with direct exposure to sunlight, high temper[...]

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    20 Appendix 1 First tier 2 Second tier 3 Third tier Notes: • This product assigns folder numbers. The user can not assign folder numbers. • If you are using a folder that does no t contain an MP3 file, the folder itself will display but you will not be able to see any files in the folder. • MP3 files in up to 8 tiers of folders can be played [...]

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    21 Appendix disc identification and o btain music-related infor- mation, including name, artist, track, and title information (“Gracenote Data”), which is included on the Gracenote Database (the “Gracenote Database”). You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Database, and Embedded Software for your own personal non-commer c[...]

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    22 Appendix • Do not push the LCD screen with much force as this may scratch it. • Never touch the LCD screen with anything besides your finger when operating the Touch Panel functions. The LCD screen ca n scratch easily. (The stylus is supplied for special c ali- brations. Do not use the stylus for normal oper- ation.) • Be careful not to pl[...]

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    23 Appendix Glossary ➲ Glossary ➞ Appen dix of the Operation Manual Specifications General Rated power source ............ 14.4 V DC (10.8 V to 15.1 V allowable) Grounding system ........ ....... Negative type Maximum current consumption .............. ................. .... 10.0 A Dimensions (W ✕ H ✕ D): DIN Chassis ........... ...........[...]

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    24 Appendix Equalizer (3-Band Parametric Equalizer): Low Frequency ............. 40/80/100/160 Hz Q Factor ........... ..... 0.35/ 0.59/0.95/1.15 (+6 dB when boosted) Gain ............... ........ ±12dB Mid Frequency ............. 200/500/1k/2k H z Q Factor ........... ..... 0.35/ 0.59/0.95/1.15 (+6 dB when boosted) Gain ............... ........ ?[...]

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    PIONEER CORPORA TION 4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO-KU, TOKYO 153-8654, JAP AN PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. P .O. Box 1540, Long Beach, California 90801-1540, U.S.A. TEL: (800) 421-1404 PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: (0) 3/570.05.11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. L TD. 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Sing[...]