Operation Manual
Mode demploi
Multi-CD control High power CD/MP3/WMA player
with FM/AM tuner
Syntoniseur FM/AM et lecteur de CD/MP3/WMA,
Puissance élevée, avec contrôleur pour lecteur de
CD à chargeur
DEH-P8500MP
English
Français
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
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
Information to User 5
For Canadian model 5
About this unit 5
About this manual 5
After-sales service for Pioneer products 5
Product registration 6
Precautions 6
Features 6
About WMA 6
About the XMREADY mark 7
Resetting the microprocessor 7
Display indication 7
About the demo mode 8
Reverse mode 8
Feature demo 8
Motion demo 8
Protecting your unit from theft 8
Removing the front panel 8
Attaching the front panel 9
Use and care of the remote control 9
Installing the battery 9
Using the remote control 9
Whats What
Head unit (front panel close) 11
Head unit (front panel open) 11
Remote control 13
Power ON/OFF
Turning the unit on 14
Selecting a source 14
Turning the unit off 14
Tuner
Listening to the radio 15
Introduction of advanced tuner
operation 16
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 16
Tuning in strong signals 16
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 17
Built-in CD Player
Playing a CD 18
Introduction of advanced built-in CD player
operation 19
Repeating play 19
Playing tracks in a random order 19
Scanning tracks of a CD 19
Pausing CD playback 20
Using disc title functions 20
Entering disc titles 20
Displaying disc titles 21
Using CD TEXT functions 21
Displaying titles on CD TEXT
discs 21
Scrolling titles in the display 21
MP3/WMA Player
Playing a MP3/WMA 22
Introduction of advanced built-in CD player
(MP3/WMA) operation 23
Repeating play 23
Playing tracks in a random order 24
Scanning folders and tracks 24
Pausing MP3/WMA playback 24
Displaying text information on MP3/WMA
disc 25
Scrolling text information in the display 25
Multi-CD Player
Playing a CD 26
50-disc multi-CD player 26
Introduction of advanced multi-CD player
operation 27
Repeating play 27
Playing tracks in a random order 27
Scanning CDs and tracks 28
Pausing CD playback 28
Using ITS playlists 28
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Creating a playlist with ITS
programming 28
Playback from your ITS playlist 29
Erasing a track from your ITS
playlist 29
Erasing a CD from your ITS
playlist 30
Using disc title functions 30
Entering disc titles 30
Displaying disc titles 31
Selecting discs from the disc title
list 31
Using CD TEXT functions 31
Displaying titles on CD TEXT
discs 31
Scrolling titles in the display 32
Using compression and bass emphasis 32
Audio Adjustments
Introduction of audio adjustments 33
Setting the sound focus equalizer
(SFEQ) 33
Using balance adjustment 34
Using the equalizer 34
Recalling equalizer curves 34
Adjusting equalizer curves 35
Fine adjusting equalizer curve 35
Adjusting bass 36
Adjusting treble 36
Adjusting loudness 36
Using subwoofer output 37
Adjusting subwoofer settings 37
Using non fading output 37
Adjusting non fading output level 37
Using the high pass filter 38
Adjusting source levels 38
Using automatic sound levelizer 39
Initial Settings
Adjusting initial settings 40
Setting the clock 40
Switching the warning tone 40
Switching the flap auto open 41
Switching the auxiliary setting 41
Switching the dimmer setting 41
Adjusting the brightness 41
Setting the rear output and subwoofer
controller 41
Switching the telephone muting/
attenuation 42
Switching the motion screen 42
Other Functions
Turning the clock display on or off 44
Using different entertainment displays 44
Using the AUX source 44
Selecting AUX as the source 44
Setting the AUX title 44
Introduction of DAB operation 45
Operation 46
Changing the label 46
Operating announcements with the
function menu 46
Available PTY function 46
Using dynamic label 46
Introduction of XMoperation 48
XMoperation 48
Switching the XMdisplay 48
Swiching the XMchannel select
setting 48
Additional Information
Understanding built-in CD player error
messages 49
CD player and care 49
CD-R/CD-RW discs 50
MP3 and WMA files 50
MP3 additional information 51
WMA additional information 51
About folders and MP3/WMA files 51
Terms 52
Specifications 53
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Contents
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your
equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One
that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion--and, most
importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against
this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
· Start your volume control at a low setting.
· Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
· Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After
all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged
exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level
Example
30
Quiet library, soft whispers
40
Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50
Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60
Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70
Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80
Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
90
Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100
Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120
Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140
Gunshot blast, jet plane
180
Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without
appropriate authorization may invalidate the
users right to operate the equipment.
For Canadian model
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
About this unit
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allo-
cated for use in North America. Use in other
areas may result in improper reception.
Important (Serial number)
The serial number is located on the bottom of
this unit. For your own security and convenience,
be sure to record this number on the enclosed
warranty card.
About this manual
This unit features a number of sophisticated
functions ensuring superior reception and op-
eration. 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 productspo-
tential and to maximize your listening enjoy-
ment.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself
with the functions and their operation by read-
ing through the manual before you begin
using this unit. It is especially important that
you read and observe precautions on the next
page and in other sections.
After-sales service for
Pioneer products
Please contact the dealer or distributor from
where you purchased this unit for after-sales
service (including warranty conditions) or any
other information. In case the necessary infor-
mation is not available, please contact the
companies listed below:
Please do not ship your unit to the companies
at the addresses listed below for repair without
advance contact.
U.S.A.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION
P.O. Box 1760
Long Beach, CA 90801-1760
800-421-1404
CANADA
Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION DEPARTMENT
300 Allstate Parkway
Markham, Ontario L3R OP2
(905) 479-4411
1-877-283-5901
For warranty information please see the Lim-
ited Warranty sheet included with this unit.
Before You Start
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