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Multi-CD control DSP High power CD Cassette player
with RDS tuner
Operation Manual
FH-P4000R
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Before You Start
About this unit 4
About this manual 4
Precautions 4
In case of trouble 4
Protecting your unit from theft 4
· Removing the front panel 5
· Attaching the front panel 5
Resetting the microprocessor 5
What's What
Head unit 6
Optional remote control 7
· Using the remote control with PGM
button 7
Power ON/OFF
Turning the unit on 8
Selecting a source 8
Turning the unit off 8
Tuner
Listening to the radio 9
Introduction of advanced tuner
operation 11
Storing and recalling broadcast
frequencies 12
Tuning in strong signals 12
Storing the strongest broadcast
frequencies 13
RDS
Introduction of RDS operation 14
Switching the RDS display 15
Selecting alternative frequencies 15
· Using PI Seek 16
· Using Auto PI Seek for preset
stations 16
· Limiting stations to regional program-
ming 16
Receiving traffic announcements 17
· Responding to the TP alarm 17
Using PTY functions 18
· Searching for a RDS station by PTY
information 18
· Using news program interruption 18
· Receiving PTY alarm broadcasts 18
Using radio text 19
· Displaying radio text 19
· Storing and recalling radio text 19
PTY list 20
Cassette Player
Playing a tape 21
Introduction of advanced cassette player
operation 23
Repeating play 23
Skipping blank tape sections 24
Using Dolby noise reduction 24
Built-in CD Player
Playing a CD 25
Introduction of advanced built-in CD player
operation 27
Repeating play 28
Playing tracks in a random order 28
Scanning tracks of a CD 28
Pausing CD playback 28
Using disc title functions 29
· Entering disc titles 29
· Displaying disc titles 30
Using CD TEXT functions 30
· Displaying titles on CD TEXT discs 30
· Scrolling titles in the display 30
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to oper-
ate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them
away in a safe place for future reference.
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Multi-CD Player
Playing a CD 31
Introduction of advanced multi-CD player
operation 33
Repeating play 34
Playing tracks in a random order 34
Scanning CDs and tracks 34
Pausing CD playback 35
Using ITS playlists 35
· Creating a playlist with ITS program-
ming 35
· Playback from your ITS playlist 36
· Erasing a track from your ITS
playlist 36
· Erasing a CD from your ITS playlist 36
Using disc title functions 37
· Entering disc titles 37
· Displaying disc titles 38
· Selecting discs from the disc
title list 38
Using CD TEXT functions 38
· Displaying titles on CD TEXT disc 39
· Scrolling titles in the display 39
Using compression and bass emphasis 39
50-disc multi-CD player 39
Audio Adjustments
Introduction of audio adjustments 40
Using balance adjustment 41
Adjusting loudness 41
Adjusting source levels 41
Digital Signal Processor
Using the digital signal processor 43
Using the graphic equalizer 44
· Recalling equalizer curves 44
· Adjusting equalizer curves 45
· Adjusting 9-band graphic equalizer 45
Using sound field control, octaver and BBE
sound 46
· Recalling sound field programs 46
· Adjusting BBE sound level 46
Using the position selector 47
Using subwoofer output 47
· Adjusting subwoofer settings 48
Using the high pass filter 48
Initial Settings
Adjusting initial settings 49
Setting the FM tuning step 50
Switching Auto PI Seek 50
Setting the warning tone 50
Switching the auxiliary setting 50
Switching the dimmer setting 51
Switching the rear output setting 51
Selecting the digital attenuator 51
Adjusting display contrast 52
Other Functions
Introduction of other functions 53
Using the demonstration 53
Using different entertainment displays 53
Cellular telephone muting 54
Using the AUX source 54
· Selecting AUX as the source 54
· Setting the AUX title 54
Additional Information
Cassette tapes 55
Cleaning the playback head 55
Music search and repeat functions 55
CD player and care 55
CD-R discs 56
Understanding built-in CD player error mes-
sages 56
Specifications 57
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Before You Start
About this unit
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allocated
for use in Western Europe, Asia, the Middle
East, Africa and Oceania. Use in other areas
may result in improper reception. The RDS func-
tion operates only in areas with FM stations
broadcasting RDS signals.
About this manual
This unit features a number of sophisticated
functions ensuring superior reception and oper-
ation. 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 product's potential and to
maximize your listening enjoyment.
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 this page and in
other sections.
This manual explains head unit operation. You
can perform the same operations with the steer-
ing remote control (sold separately).
Precautions
·A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is affixed
to the top of this unit.
· The Pioneer CarStereo-Pass is for use only in
Germany.
· 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.
In case of trouble
Should this product fail to operate properly,
contact your dealer or nearest authorized
Pioneer Service Station.
Protecting your unit from theft
The front panel can be detached from the head
unit and stored in the protective case provided
to discourage theft.
· If the front panel is not detached from the
head unit within five seconds of turning off
the ignition, a warning tone will sound.
· You can turn off the warning tone. See
Switching the warning tone on page 50.
Important
· Never use force or grip the display and the
buttons tightly when removing or attaching.
· Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive
shocks.
· Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and
high temperatures.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
This product complies with the EMC
Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and
CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC).


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Removing the front panel
1 Press DETACH to release the front panel.
Press DETACH and the left side of the panel is
released from the head unit.
DETACH
button
2 Grab the front panel and remove.
Grab the left side of the front panel and pull
away to the right. The front panel will be
detached from the head unit.
3 Put the front panel into the protective case
provided for safe keeping.
Attaching the front panel
1 Place the front panel flat against the head
unit.
2 Press the front panel into the face of the
head unit until it is firmly seated.
Resetting the microprocessor
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
1 Remove the front panel.
See Removing the front panel on this page.
2 Press RESET on the head unit with a pen
tip or other pointed instrument.
RESET
button