Universal Digital Preamp Equalizer ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS DEQ-P9 DEUTSCH Owner’s Manual ITALIANO NEDERLANDS
Contents Dear Customer ............................................ 3 Audio Adjustment .................................... 13 Key Finder .................................................... 4 Audio Menu .................................................... 13 - Switching to the Audio Menu Head Unit (DEX-P9) ........................................ 4 Remote Controller (DEX-P9) ............................ 4 Opening and Closing the Remote Controller Cover ....................
Audio Adjustment .............. 27 Memory Data Memo ................................ 48 Connecting the Units .............................. 51 Routing the Optical Cable .............................. 52 Setting Example .............................................. 52 Connection Diagram ...................................... 53 Connecting the RCA Input Amplifier ............ 54 Connecting the Power Terminal ...................... 55 Connecting the IP-BUS and Optical Cable ......
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Key Finder Head Unit (DEX-P9) ENGLISH 5/∞/2/3 buttons These buttons can not be used in the Audio Adjustment operation. ESPAÑOL BAND button Remote Controller (DEX-P9) DEUTSCH This unit can be operated with the combined Head Unit DEX-P9 (sold separately). Opening the cover enables the SHIFT, RETURN and FUNCTION buttons 1–6 inside this unit. For more details, refer to the page 5.
Key Finder Opening and Closing the Remote Controller Cover When the remote controller is opening the cover enables the SHIFT, RETURN and FUNCTION buttons 1–6 inside the unit. Menu displays with cover open and closed in this system, the available functions and the menu display vary depending on the condition of the remote controller in use.
When the Cover is Closed ENGLISH Closing the cover of the remote controller makes the menu display to the closed state. Menu display in closed state Example: Main Menu Screen ESPAÑOL Note: • Menu display in closed state: Current mode and functions which are ON are displayed. When the Cover is Open DEUTSCH Opening the cover of the remote controller makes the menu display to the open state.
Before Using This Product About This Product This product is universal digital preamp equalizer which can be operated with the combined head unit DEX-P9 (sold separately). You can operate a number of Audio Adjustment functions with separately sold head unit. About This Manual This product features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and operation. All are designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory.
Important ENGLISH 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. About the Digital Network ESPAÑOL A vehicle, unlike the home audio, imposes several constraints upon the quality of reproduced sound, and have the following effects: • Reflected sounds have strong effects on direct sounds because of the confined space and complex shape within a vehicle.
Before Using This Product MODE Switch Setting This product equipped two setting modes. The one is LR/IND mode and the other is LR/COM mode. LR/IND mode can be adjusted the equalizer and network adjustment independently between Left and Right channel. LR/COM mode can be adjusted these adjustment simultaneously between Left and Right channel. Since usable functions are different between LR/IND and LR/COM, be sure to set the mode correctly.
Resetting the Microprocessor ENGLISH The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions: When using this product for the first time after installation. When the machine fails to operate properly. When strange (incorrect) messages appear on the display. When setting the position of the MODE switch of this product. ESPAÑOL • To reset the microprocessor, press the RESET button on this unit with a pen tip or other pointed instrument.
Before Using This Product Precaution CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. CAUTION: THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD. • • • • 11 Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible. Protect the product from moisture.
ENGLISH After-sales Service for Pioneer Products Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased the product for its aftersales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the necessary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below: Please do not ship your product to the companies at the addresses listed below for repair without advance contact. Pioneer Electronics Service, Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT P.O.
Audio Adjustment Audio Menu This system has the following three Audio Menus: Main (page 15) This carries out Fader/Balance Adjustments as well as Bass/Treble Adjustment, the basis for sound quality adjustments. It also sets up and adjusts the Position Selector, which corrects the orientation of the sound image for the listener’s position in the vehicle. Equalizer (page 22) This corrects complex frequency disturbance in a vehicle.
Switching to the Audio Menu ENGLISH When the system is ON, you can adjust the sound quality. 1. Each press of MENU button selects the desired Audio Menu in the following order: ESPAÑOL Main (Main Menu) = Equalizer (Equalizer Menu) = Network (Network Menu) 2. Operate the mode. 3. Press the BAND button and cancel the Audio Menu. DEUTSCH Cancel the Audio Menu to return to the operations screen of the source currently in use.
Audio Adjustment Main Menu With this menu, you can make the following four adjustments. • Fader/Balance Adjustment (Closed state) • Bass/Treble Adjustment (Open state) • Listening Position Adjustment (Open state) • Source Level Adjustment (Open state) Switching to the Main Menu • Press the MENU button and select the Main Menu (refer to page 14). After the title screen, the display switches to the operation screen of the Main Menu.
Bass/Treble Adjustment (Open state) ENGLISH It is possible to select one from a choice of four frequencies to becomes the reference when adjusting the bass/treble tone. The frequencies and level adjustment ranges from which selections may be made are as follows: Bass : 63 Hz, 100 Hz, 160 Hz, 250 Hz Treble: 4 kHz, 6.3 kHz, 10 kHz, 16 kHz Level adjustment range: –12 dB — +12 dB (1 dB/1 step) ESPAÑOL 1. Open the cover of the remote controller (refer to page 5).
Audio Adjustment Adjusting the Listening Position (Open state) One way to assure a more natural sound is to clearly position the stereo sound image (putting you in the center of the sound field). The Position Selector function adjusts distance and volume level of sound from each speaker to match seat positions and the number of people in the car, and lets you recall settings at the touch of a button. The result is a natural sound regardless of the seat you are sitting in.
Fine Tuning the Position ENGLISH After choosing the position using the Position Selector function, it is possible to fine tune the distance and the difference in sound levels. Conduct the fine tuning to match the location of the left and right speakers and the shape of the car and correct the position of the sound image so that the sounds are most natural. Distance (DIS): 0 — 134 in. (0.67 in.
Audio Adjustment 4. Press the 2/3 buttons to correct the position of the sound image. Holding down these buttons continues their operations (during distance tuning, holding down the button moves the distance 1.34 in./1 step). 5. After tuning has been completed, press the RETURN button to cancel the Position Fine Tuning Screen. The values are stored in memory and the display returns to Position Selector Screen.
Effective distance Adjustment Using the Position Fine Tuning function ENGLISH — Relation to Time Alignment Adjustment function — When the system comprises a multi-amp system, the distance between the listening position and each speaker can be tuned using either of two methods. Time Alignment Adjustment function of the Network Menu (page 29) The distance between the listening position and each speaker of each band (high, mid, low and subwoofer) can be adjusted for the left and right speakers.
Audio Adjustment Source Level Adjustment (Open state) The SLA (Source Level Adjustment) function prevents radical leaps in volume level when switching between sources. Settings are based on the FM volume level, which remains unchanged. 1. Compare the FM volume with the volume of the other source (refer to DEX-P9 (sold separately) Owner’s Manual). 2. Press the MENU button to switch to the Main Menu. 3. Open the cover of the remote controller switches to Main Menu Setting Screen. 4.
Audio Adjustment Equalizer Menu ENGLISH With this menu, you can make the following four adjustments. • Recalling the Equalizer Curve (Closed state) (Refer to page 41.) • Adjusting the 31 Band Graphic Equalizer (Open state) • Flat function (Open state) • Memory functions of Adjusted Equalizer Curves (Open state) (Refer to page 39.) Switching to the Equalizer Menu ESPAÑOL • Press the MENU button and select the Equalizer Menu (refer to page 14).
Audio Adjustment Relation Between Frequency Characteristics and Sound Quality Sound quality generally has the following characteristics, depending on the frequency. Refer to these characteristics when making adjustments. Soprano Cymbals Alto Tenor Baritone Bass Violin Guitar Piano Trumpet Bass Drum Piccolo Flute Tenor Saxophone Electric Organ q w e r t y u i q This sound range feels almost like pressure on the ears of the listener, particularly if the sound is too strong.
The points when adjusting the equalizer curve ENGLISH • Take the recreated frequency bands of the speakers into consideration when adjusting. For example, when a speaker with a band between 80 Hz and 4 kHz is connected, adjusting the level in 50 Hz or 10 kHz will have no effect. • Balancing the bass and treble is recommended. The bass tends to be lacking when no subwoofer is connected. Adjust the treble to a lower volume to match the weaker bass and create a well-balanced sound.
Audio Adjustment Adjusting the 31 Band Graphic Equalizer (Open state) Adjustable frequency : 20 Hz — 20 kHz (Every 1/3 octaves, total 31 bands) Level adjustment range: –12 dB — +12 dB (0.5 dB/1 step) 1. Open the cover of the remote controller in the Equalizer Menu (refer to page 5). This switches to Equalizer Menu Setting Screen. 2. Press the FUNCTION button 2 and select left or right channel. (Only for LR/IND mode.) Each press the FUNCTION button 2 switches left and right channel.
The Flat function (Open state) ENGLISH The adjusted equalizer curve can be temporarily returned to its prior status before making the adjustment (all levels are 0 dB), using the Flat function. This is convenient for checking the effects of the adjusted equalizer curve. 1. Open the cover of the remote controller in the Equalizer Menu (refer to page 5). ESPAÑOL This switches to Equalizer Menu Setting Screen. 2. Press the FUNCTION button 1 switches the Flat function ON/OFF.
Audio Adjustment What is the Multi-Amp System? The multi-speaker system reproduces each frequency band (high, mid, low and ultrabassranges) through its own exclusive speaker unit. The multi-amp system provides an exclusive power amplifier for each speaker unit. There is only limited space in a vehicle for installing speakers, and it is difficult to install large-diameter speakers in a door or on the dashboard and get high sound quality.
Network Menu ENGLISH With this menu, you can make the following three adjustments. • Time Alignment Adjustment (Open state) • Filter Adjustment (Open state) • Memory functions of Adjusted Network (Open state) (Refer to page 38.) Switching to the Network Menu ESPAÑOL • Press the MENU button and select the Network Menu (refer to page 14). DEUTSCH After the title screen, the display switches to the operation screen of the Network Menu.
Audio Adjustment Time Alignment Adjustment (Open state) In the vehicle, the different speaker units are at widely differing distances from the listener. The sounds from the speakers therefore reach the listener at different times. When a multi-amp system is set up, this causes different delays for each frequency band (high, mid, low and ultrabass-ranges), marring the position of the sound image and the overall balance and disturbing the frequency characteristics.
Example: making corrections for the driver’s seat in a left-hand drive vehicle ENGLISH • Measure the distance between the head of the listener, when sitting in the driver’s seat, and each speaker unit. Note: • The unit of distance must be inches.
Audio Adjustment Inputting the Distance to be Corrected (Delay Time) Scope of adjustment: 0 — 134 in. (0.67 in./1 step) 1. Open the cover of the remote controller in the Network Menu (refer to page 5). This switches to Network Menu Setting Screen. 2. Press the FUNCTION button 2. The display switches to Time Alignment Adjustment Screen, allowing time alignment adjustment. 3. Press the FUNCTION button 5 and select the driver’s seat (position).
ENGLISH 6. Press the 5/∞ buttons to input the distance to be corrected (delay time). ESPAÑOL Input the distance to be corrected, as measured on page 30. Holding down these buttons continues their operations (during distance tuning, holding down the button moves the distance 1.34 in./1 step). 7. Carry out time alignment adjustments for the other speaker units. Repeat steps 4 – 6 to input the distance to be corrected for each speaker unit.
Audio Adjustment Filter Adjustment (Open state) The following adjustments can be made during filter adjustments. Make the appropriate adjustments for the reproduced frequency band and characteristics of the connected speaker unit. Filter frequency adjustment: Every 1/3 octave Level adjustment: 0.5 dB/1 step The cut-off frequencies of the high pass filter (H.P.F.) and the low pass filter (L.P.F.) of each band (subwoofer, low, mid, high) and the reproduction level of each band are set up.
About the H.P.F. and L.P.F. ENGLISH High pass filter eliminates lower sound ranges (low-range) from the set up frequencies and allows high ranges through. Low pass filter eliminates upper sound ranges (high-range) from the set up frequencies and allows low ranges through. About the slope ESPAÑOL This value indicates how many dB the signals attenuate when the frequency increases (or decreases) 1 octave (unit: dB/oct.). Increasing the degree of the slope increases the degree of signal attenuation.
Audio Adjustment Adjusting the Filter First, determine the approximate band to be used, taking into consideration the reproduced frequency band and the characteristics of the connected speaker. 1. Open the cover of the remote controller in the Network Menu (refer to page 5). This switches to Network Menu Setting Screen. 2. Press the FUNCTION button 1. The display switches to Filter Adjustment Screen, allowing filter adjustments. 3.
ENGLISH 7. Press the 5/∞ buttons and adjust the level of each band. Holding down these buttons continues their operations. Switch to each band and adjust the level in order to create a better overall balance. ESPAÑOL 8. Press FUNCTION button 3 and adjust the slope of each filter. DEUTSCH Press the button to change the adjustment values. The slope can be set up for either the high pass filter or the low pass filter. When setting up, have in mind the adjustments to be made to the next band.
Audio Adjustment Important points in adjusting the slope • A decrease in the absolute value of the slope (more gentle inclination) makes the frequency characteristics more susceptible to interference from the next band. • Increasing the absolute value of the slope (sharper inclination) lessens the connections between bands, giving the listener the impression of hearing separate, unrelated sounds.
Audio Adjustment Memory Functions of Adjusted Audio Menu (MEMO) ENGLISH This system allows the contents of the adjusted equalizer and network to be stored in memory as follows. The numbers in ( ) represent the numbers of the memory registers to be used. Note: • The Equalizer Menu’s equalizer curve, and the Network Menu’s Time alignment and Filter adjustment are simultaneously stored in memory.
Audio Adjustment Switching to Memory Mode Memory operations are conducted in the memory mode of each Audio Menu. Equalizer Menu 1. Open the cover of the remote controller in the Equalizer Menu (refer to page 5). 2. Press the SHIFT button. The display switches to Equalizer Memory Operation Screen for conducting memory operations. Press the button again to return to the previous screen. Note: • This operation cannot be conducted when the Flat function of the Equalizer Menu is ON.
Storing the Adjustment Data in Memory ENGLISH 1. Adjust each Audio Menu. Equalizer Menu (page 22) Network Menu (page 27) 2. Switch to the memory mode of each menu (refer to page 39). ESPAÑOL The display switches to Memory Operation Screen of each menu. 3. To store in memory, press the FUNCTION button corresponding to the desired memory number for two seconds. Note: DEUTSCH • When the adjustment data have been stored, the previous data are eliminated and replaced by the new. 4.
Audio Adjustment Recalling Data Stored in Memory There are two ways to recall data stored in memory. In Forward/Reverse Order — Functions of Equalizer Menu — This function can be operated when the cover of the remote controller is closed. Stored data can be recalled by moving forwards or backwards through the memory numbers (the numbers of the corresponding FUNCTION buttons). Note: • It is not possible to recall the memory in this manner when operating the network menu.
Specifying the Memory Number Directly ENGLISH 1. Switch to the memory mode of each menu (refer to page 39). The display switches to Memory Operations Screen of each menu. ESPAÑOL 2. Press the FUNCTION button to recall the memory. Press the FUNCTION button which corresponds to the desired memory number. DEUTSCH Memory recall operations on the Equalizer Menu • When the Flat function is turned ON, it is not possible to recall memory.
Audio Adjustment Memory Protect function In order to avoid accidentally erasing data which have been stored in memory, or to avoid replacing stored data, it is possible to set up a Protect function for the following memory numbers. When the Protect function is ON, adjustment data storage operations are not accepted. Note: • When the Protect function is ON, memory M1 to M4 is protected simultaneously. • You cannot operate the Protect function on M5 memory. 1.
Memory Clearing Operations ENGLISH It is possible to clear the memory of the equalizer and network. Clearing operations are conducted as follows. 1. Recall the memory to be cleared by clearing operation (refer to page 42). Specify the memory number directly to recall the memory. ESPAÑOL 2. Press the FUNCTION button 6 for two seconds to clear the memory. Note: • When the Protect function is turned ON, it is not possible to clear the memory.
Display for the Person who Set Up the Audio Adjustments Inputting the Name Inputting the name of the person who set up the memory (Equalizer and Network) of the Audio menu, or messages, stores them in the DEX-P9’s head unit’s memory. The DEX-P9 head unit is sold separately. Switching to each Audio menu brings up the title screen of each menu first. On this title screen of the Audio menu, the stored contents are displayed. Note: • A maximum of 20 characters can be stored.
ENGLISH 4. Switch the desired character type with FUNCTION button 1. Each press of FUNCTION button 1 changes the Character type in the following order: Upper case alphabet (Capital Letter), Numbers and Symbols = Lower case alphabet (Small Letter) ESPAÑOL Note: • You can select to input Numbers and Symbols by pressing FUNCTION button 2. 5. Select letters, numbers and symbols with the 5/∞ buttons. DEUTSCH 6. Move the box left and right with the 2/3 buttons.
Display for the Person who Set Up the Audio Adjustments 7. When you have completed title input, memorize by pressing the FUNCTION button 5. 8. Press the FUNCTION button 6 or RETURN button and return to the previous mode. 9. The contents stored in memory are indicated on the display. Switching the Audio Menu displays on the title screen the contents stored in memory. When removing the car battery • The separately sold head unit “DEX-P9” stores the name of the person who set up the audio in memory.
Memory Data Memo ENGLISH Equalizer Frequency M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 20 Hz 25 Hz 31.5 Hz ESPAÑOL 40 Hz 50 Hz 63 Hz 80 Hz 100 Hz 125 Hz 160 Hz DEUTSCH 200 Hz 250 Hz 315 Hz 400 Hz 500 Hz 630 Hz FRANÇAIS 800 Hz 1 kHz 1.25 kHz 1.6 kHz 2 kHz 2.5 kHz 3.15 kHz ITALIANO 4 kHz 5 kHz 6.3 kHz 8 kHz 10 kHz NEDERLANDS 12.
Memory Data Memo Network: Filter characteristics M1 L.P.F. Frequency M2 H.P.F. Slope Frequency Slope Level Phase L.P.F. Frequency H.P.F. Slope Frequency Slope Level Phase Level Phase HIGH LEFT MID LOW S.W. HIGH RIGHT MID LOW S.W. M3 L.P.F. Frequency M4 H.P.F. Slope Frequency Slope Level Phase Level Phase HIGH LEFT MID LOW S.W. HIGH RIGHT MID LOW S.W. M5 L.P.F. Frequency HIGH LEFT MID LOW S.W. HIGH RIGHT MID LOW S.W. 49 H.P.F. Slope Frequency Slope L.P.F.
M1 ENGLISH Network: Time Alignment Position: S.W. LOW MID HIGH LOW MID HIGH LOW MID HIGH LOW MID HIGH LOW MID HIGH Left (LEFT) Right (RIGHT) ESPAÑOL M2 Position: S.W. Left (LEFT) Right (RIGHT) DEUTSCH M3 Position: S.W. Left (LEFT) Right (RIGHT) Position: S.W. FRANÇAIS M4 Left (LEFT) Right (RIGHT) Position: S.W.
Connecting the Units Note: • This unit is for vehicles with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding. Before installing it in a recreational vehicle, truck, or bus, check the battery voltage. • To avoid shorts in the electrical system, be sure to disconnect the ≠ battery cable before beginning installation. • Refer to the owner’s manual for details on connecting the power amp and other units, then make connections correctly. • Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhesive tape.
To prevent the optical cable from being strained, use the corrugated tube after cutting it to the correct length. Note: • Insert the optical cable into the corrugated tube. Optical cable ESPAÑOL Corrugated tube DEUTSCH • Try not to bend the optical cable sharply. If it is necessary to bend it sharply, make sure that the bending radius is at least 25 mm (1 inch), otherwise the cable will not transfer signals properly and so this unit will not work properly.
Connecting the Units Connection Diagram IP-BUS cable To IP-BUS OUTPUT (black) optical cable To Optical OUTPUT (black) DEX-P9 Optical INPUT (blue) IP-BUS INPUT (blue) Audio system Fuse (4A) RCA OUTPUT See “Connecting the RCAInput Amprifier.” Power Terminal Refer to “Connecting the Power Terminal” on page 51. Blue/white To system control terminal of the power amp (max. 300 mA 12 V DC). Yellow To terminal always supplied with power regardless of ignition switch position.
Connecting the RCA Input Amplifier ENGLISH ESPAÑOL White Red DEUTSCH For system remote control Red Blue/white Blue/white White Tweeter FRANÇAIS Power Amplifier Mid range Power Amplifier Woofer ITALIANO Power Amplifier Subwoofer Power Amplifier NEDERLANDS 54
Connecting the Units Connecting the Power Terminal 1. Put the short-circuit protection cover around the blue/white, yellow and black lead. Be sure to use this cover to prevent short-circuit. Short circuit protection cover 2. Connecting the leads. Securely fasten the leads with terminal screws. REMOTE BACK U P GND Terminal screw Terminal screw REMOTE GND P BACK U Yellow lead Black lead (ground) Ground terminal Blue/white lead 3. Cover the entire terminal with the short-circuit protection cover.
Connecting the IP-BUS and Optical Cable ENGLISH Connecting the Cables 1. Attach the cable clamp. ESPAÑOL When plugging the optical cable and IP-BUS cable into the unit, use the supplied cable cramp to prevent the cables from being bent sharply. Attach the cable clamp into the hole. DEUTSCH 2. Route the optical cable and IP-BUS cable through the cable clamp.
Installation Note: • Before finally installing the unit, connect the wiring temporarily, making sure it is all connected up properly, and the unit and the system work properly. • Use only the parts included with the unit to ensure proper installation. The use of unauthorized parts can cause malfunction. • Consult with your nearest dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other modifications of the vehicle.
Troubleshooting ENGLISH When an error occurs, locate the cause according to the list below. In most cases, the problem is incorrect connections or settings. 1. Double check the connections and settings using the Checklist. 2. If connections and settings are correct, press the RESET button. Refer to “Resetting the Microprocessor” on page 10. ESPAÑOL 3. If the malfunction continues even after pressing the RESET button, contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.
Specifications GENERAL RCA OUTPUT Power Source ........ DC 14.4 V (10.8 — 15.1 V allowable) Grounding system ........................................ Negative type Fuse .............................................................................. 4 A Dimensions .................... 191 (W) × 49 (H) × 220 (D) mm Weight ...................................................................... 1.8 kg Frequency response ............ 10 Hz — 20 kHz (+0, –1 dB) Max. output level/impedance .......................
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