PIONEER GEX-P910XM - Service Manual Immediate Download

Before You Start

Introducing XM Satellite

Radio

There's a world beyond AM and FM. XM

Satellite Radio. Up to 100 channels. Coast-to-

coast coverage. Digital quality sound. With

many commercial-free music channels. Plus

the best sports, comedy, talk, news and

entertainment. Questions? Visit www.xmra-

dio.com. The future is waiting.

Note

XM Radio is responsible for the channel lineup

and categories, and may change at any time.

Please contact XM Radio for the latest channel

lineup and category information.

How to subscribe

Listeners can subscribe by visiting XM on the

web at www.xmradio.com or by calling XM's

Listener Care at (800) 852-9696. Customers

should have their Radio ID ready; for details,

refer to "Display the ID code". Customers are

able to receive a limited number of free-to-air

channels without activation.

Technology. It is prohibited to copy, decompile,

disassemble, reverse engineer or manipulate any

technology incorporated in receivers compatible

with the XM Satellite Radio system. Furthermore,

the AMBE ® voice compression software included

in this product is protected by intellectual property

rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade

secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of

this or any other software contained in an XM Radio

is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy,

decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the

object code, or in any other way convert the object

code into human-readable form. The software is

licensed solely for use within this product.

About the XM mark

The "XM" mark on this unit indicates that it is

an XM satellite radio receiver. You can receive

XM satellite radio broadcasts by connecting

the unit as shown in the installation manual.

Note

The XM name and related logos are trademarks

of XM Satellite Radio Inc.

About this manual

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 listen-

ing 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 precautions.

Operation Manual

XM satellite digital tuner

GEX-P910XM

PIONEER CORPORATION

4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO-KU, TOKYO 153-8654, JAPAN

PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC.

P.O. Box 1540, Long Beach, California 90801-1540, U.S.A.

TEL: (800) 421-1404

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Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium

TEL: (0) 3/570.05.11

PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD.

253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936

TEL: 65-6472-1111

PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia

TEL: (03) 9586-6300

PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.

300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada

TEL: (905) 479-4411

PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO, S.A. de C.V.

San Lorenzo 1009 3er. Piso Desp. 302

Col. Del Valle Mexico, D.F. C.P. 03100

TEL: 55-5688-52-90

Published by Pioneer Corporation.

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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

Quiet library, soft whispers.

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic.

Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office.

Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine.

Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant.

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT

EXPOSURE

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.

See "Product registration" page

Before You Start

Head unit group 3

Function

Button

Operation

Source switching

SOURCE

:Select

Select the channel

:Select

Changing the band

BAND

:Select

Switching the

DISPLAY

:Select

display

Scrolling the

DISPLAY

:Scroll

display

(hold for 2

seconds)

Display the MENUS A.MENU

:Display

Preset memory

:Select number

(P.CH MEMORY)

2. A.MENU

:Memory

Direct recall

:Select number

(P.CH RECALL)

2. A.MENU

:Recall

Switching the

:Select

channel select

mode (CH MODE)

Select the category

:Select

(Channel category

select mode)

Before You Start

Head unit group 2

When using this unit with these head units,

operate while referring to the head unit group

2 function compatibility chart.

· These head units control this unit as an

external unit.

DEH-P90HDD*

DEH-P4400

DEH-P440

DEH-P44

FH-P4100

Head unit group 3

When using this unit with these head units,

operate while referring to the head unit group

3 function compatibility chart.

AVH-P6400CD

AVH-P6400

Function compatibility charts

Operate using the same buttons on the head

unit itself or the remote control.

Head unit group 2

Function

Button

Operation

Source switching

SOURCE

:Select

Select the channel

:Select

Changing the band

BAND

:Select

Preset memory

:Memory

(hold for 2

seconds)

Direct recall

:Recall

Sequential recall

:Recall

(Channel number

select mode)

Select the category

:Select

(Channel category

select mode)

Entering the

FUNCTION

:Select

function menu

(See "Introduction

of advanced tuner

operation".)

Switching the

:Select

display (FUNC1)

Scrolling the

:Scroll

display (FUNC1)

(hold for 2

seconds)

Scrolling the

DISPLAY

:Scroll

display

(hold for 2

seconds)

Switching the

:Select

channel select

mode (FUNC2)

Before You Start

· 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 product from moisture.

· If the battery is disconnected or

discharged, the preset memory will be

erased and must be reprogrammed.

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

information is not available, please contact

the company listed below:

Please do not ship your unit to the company

at the addresses listed below for repair with-

out advance contact.

For warranty information please see the

Limited Warranty sheet included with this

unit.

Product registration

Visit us at the following site:

1 Register your product. We will keep the

details of your purchase on file to help you

refer to this information in the event of an

insurance claim such as loss or theft.

2 Receive updates on the latest products

and technologies.

3 Download owner's manuals, order prod-

uct catalogues, research new products,

and much more.

Operating with different

head units

Operate this unit (for XM reception) with the

connected head unit. For illustration, instruc-

tions in this manual use the "DEH-P6400" as

an example of head unit.

· When using a remote control, you can

operate these head units marked with * in

the same way as the "DEH-P6400". For

details concerning operation with the

head unit itself, refer to the head unit's

operation manual.

Head unit group 1

Operation when using the following head

unit is the same as with the "DEH-P6400",

operate following the instructions in this

manual.

DEH-P9400MP*

DEH-P940MP*

DEH-P8400MP

DEH-P840MP

DEH-P7400MP

DEH-P740MP

DEH-P640

DVH-P7000

U.S.A.

Pioneer Electronics (USA), Inc.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION

P.O. Box 1760

Long Beach, CA 90801-1760

800-421-1404

Important

The serial number of this device is located on

the bottom of this unit. For your own security

and convenience, be sure to record this num-

ber on the enclosed warranty card.

Resetting the microproces-

sor

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

Press RESET on the unit with a pen tip

or other pointed instrument.

RESET button

Precautions

This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a class

B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates,

uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio com-

munications. However, there is no guar-

antee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment

does cause harmful interference to radio

or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to

correct the interference by one or more of

the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out

without appropriate authorization may

invalidate the user's right to operate the

equipment.

XM tuner

Press

to select a desired chan-

nel.

The channel number move up or down step

by step.

Channels that cannot currently be selected

are skipped, and the next channel is

selected.

If you press and hold

, you can

increase or decrease channel number continu-

ously.

You can also select a channel from a desired

channel category. (Refer to "Switching the

channel select mode".)

Press SOURCE and hold until the unit

turns off.

Notes

· It may take a few seconds before you can

hear anything while this unit acquires and

processes the satellite signal when you turn

power on, change the source to XM tuner, or

select a channel.

· Display changes as follows when you switch

channels or operate in other ways. The text of

selected display* is automatically scrolled.

Channel number--Channel name--Selected

display *

* For details, refer to "Switching the

display".

Storing and recalling chan-

nels

If you press any of the preset tuning buttons

16 you can easily store up to six channels

for later recall with the touch of a button.

· Memory and recall are for broadcasts. If

you recall a memorized broadcast that

has been moved to another channel, the

channel to which the broadcast was

moved is selected.

When you find a channel that you

want to store in memory press a preset

tuning button 16 and hold until the pre-

set number stops flashing.

The number you have pressed will flash in the

preset number indicator and then remain lit.

The selected channel has been stored in

memory.

The next time you press the same preset tun-

ing button 16 the channel is recalled from

memory.

Notes

· Up to 18 channels, 6 for each of the three XM

bands can be stored in memory.

· When channel number select mode is

selected, you can also use

and

to recall

channels assigned to preset tuning buttons

16.

· If a channel you have recalled cannot be

selected, a message is displayed for 2 sec-

onds and the unit returns to the operating

status before the channel was recalled.

XM tuner

Selecting a XM source

Press SOURCE to select a XM source.

Press SOURCE repeatedly to switch between

the following sources:

Built-in CD player--Television--Tuner--

XM tuner--Multi-CD player--External

unit 1--External unit 2--AUX

Turning the unit off

Press SOURCE and hold until the unit

turns off.

Listening to XM

These are the basic steps necessary to oper-

ate the XM.

Channel select mode indicator

Shows what channel select mode has

been selected. CH.No is displayed when

CH NUMBER is selected, and CAT is dis-

played when CATEGORY is selected.

Channel number indicator

Shows to which channel number the tuner

is tuned.

Band indicator

Shows the band which has been selected.

Preset number indicator

Shows what preset has been selected.

Press SOURCE to select a XM source.

Press BAND to select a band.

Press BAND until the desired band is dis-

played, XM1, XM2 or XM3.

What's What

Head unit (e.g. DEH-P6400)

DISPLAY button

Press to select different displays.

FUNCTION button

Press to select functions.

/ / /

buttons

Press to do channel select, recalling chan-

nels and category select. Also used for

controlling functions.

SOURCE button

Head unit is turned on by selecting a

source. Press to cycle through all of the

available sources.

16 buttons

Press for preset tuning.

BAND button

Press to select among three XM bands and

cancel the control mode of functions.

Remote control

(e.g. DEH-P6400)

You can operate in the same way with the

remote control supplied with the head unit.

For details, refer to the head unit's operation

manual.

XM tuner

Switching the display

XM channels each have a channel number

and channel name. XM programing also

carries song or program title, artist name and

category, when available.

Press DISPLAY.

Press DISPLAY repeatedly to switch between

the following settings:

Channel name--Artist name/feature--

Song/program title--Channel number--

Channel category

Note

When you switch the display, the text is auto-

matically scrolled.

Scrolling the text in the dis-

play

You can scroll the text to the left so that the

rest of the text can be seen.

Press DISPLAY and hold until the text

begins to scroll to the left.

The rest of the text will appear in the

display.

Introduction of advanced

tuner operation

Function display

Shows the function status.

Press FUNCTION to display the func-

tion name.

Press FUNCTION to display the following

function:

MODE (Channel select mode)

To return to the XM display, press BAND.

Note

When using this unit with one of head unit

group 2, press FUNCTION to display the follow-

ing function:

FUNC1 (Switching the display)

--FUNC2

(Switching the channel select mode)

--FUNC3

(No function)

--FUNC4 (No function)--AUTO

(No function).

SELECT

Additional Information

Specifications

General

Power source ...................... 14.4 V DC (10.8 15.1 V

allowable)

Grounding system .............. Negative type

Max. current consumption

............................................. 2.0 A

Dimensions (W

× H × D) ..... 220 × 28 × 145 mm

(8-5/8

× 1-1/8 × 5-3/4 in.)

Weight ................................. 0.85 kg (1.9 lbs)

XM tuner

Frequency range ................. 2,332.50 2,345.00 MHz

Usable sensitivity

Satellite ....................... 94.0 dBm

Terrestrial .................... 90.0 dBm

Audio

Signal-to-noise ratio ........... 92 dB (IHF-A network)

Separation .......................... 75 dB

Note

Specifications and the design are subject to

possible modifications without notice due to

improvements.

Additional Information

Messages

When problems occur with XM tuner, a message appears on the display. Refer to the table

below to identify the problem, then take the suggested corrective action.

Message

Cause

Action

ANTENNA

The XM antenna is not

Check whether the XM antenna cable is

connected.

attached securely.

A short-circuit occurring in

Make sure that there is nothing unusual

the antenna or the surrounding

with the antenna or antenna cable. Turn the

antenna cable.

ignition off and then on.

UPDATING

Radio is being updated with

Wait until encryption code is being

latest encryption code.

updated. Channels 00 and 01 should

function normally.

NOSIGNAL

XM signal is too weak at the

Wait until the car reaches a location

current location.

with a stronger signal.

Unit is acquiring audio or

Wait until the unit has received the

program information.

information.

OFF AIR

The channel currently selected

Select another channel.

has stopped broadcasting.

The user has selected a channel

Automatically switches to Channel 01.

number that does not exist or is

not subscribed to.

There is no artist name/feature,

No action needed.

song/program title, or channel

category associated with the

channel at that time.

XM tuner

Display the ID code (Radio

ID)

Each XM tuner is identified with a unique

Radio ID. You will need the Radio ID when

activating XM service or when reporting a

problem. How to display the ID code depends

on the channel select mode.

Channel number select mode

If you select CH 00, the ID code is displayed.

Press

to select the channel

number zero (CH 00).

Channel category select mode

RADIO ID is provided as a channel category

for displaying the ID code.

Press

to select the RADIO ID

from channel category.

Notes

· If you select another channel, display of the

ID code is canceled.

· Display of the ID code repeats displaying

RADIO ID and the ID code one after the

other.

Radio ID

Refer to the following chart to verify each

Radio ID, before displaying them on the fol-

lowing head units.

DEH-P4400

DEH-P440

DEH-P44

FH-P4100

XM tuner

Switching the channel

select mode

You can switch if you select a channel with a

channel number or from a channel category

when you select a channel.

Initially, channel number select mode is

selected.

Press FUNCTION to select MODE.

Press FUNCTION until MODE appears in the

display.

Press

to select the desired

channel select mode.

Press

repeatedly to switch between

the following settings:

CH NUMBER (Channel number select

mode)--CATEGORY (Channel category

select mode)

Note

Depending on the head unit you are using, it

may be possible to directly switch between the

channel select modes using the allocated but-

ton. For details, refer to the head unit's

manual.

Selecting the channel in the

channel category

Channels are organized into various program

categories, e.g. Rock, Classic, Jazz. You can

search between different categories, and

then search among channels within each

channel category.

Select the channel category select

mode. (Refer to "Switching the channel

select mode" above.)

Press BAND to return to the XM dis-

play.

Press

to select the desired

channel category.

Once you select a channel category, the unit

searches for channels in that category.

During search, the channel category doesn't

immediately change even if you press the

button. To successively change the channel

category, continue pressing the button.

Press

to select the desired

channel in the selected channel category.

The channel number move up or down in the

selected channel category.

Channels that cannot currently be selected

are skipped, and the next channel in that

channel category is selected.

Note

If you select a channel of another category by

channel recall, etc., during steps 3 and 4, the

category selected in step 3 still remains in

memory. If you press

, the channel num-

ber moves up or down in the category selected

in step 3 regardless of the category of the pre-

sent channel.

Display

F (Not used.)

----

Display

I (Not used.)

----

O (Not used.)

----

S (Not used.)

----