Pioneer MVH-S520DAB - Digital Media Receiver Quick Start Guide

Before You Start

This guide is intended to guide you through the basic functions of this unit.
For details, please refer to the Operation manual stored on the website. https://www.pioneer-car.eu/eur/

To ensure proper use, please read through this guide before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in this guide. Please keep the guide in a safe and accessible place for future reference.

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

If you experience problems
Should this unit fail to work properly, please contact your dealer or nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station.

Connections

In the following, "NW" represents network mode and "STD" represents standard mode. According to the connections you have established, change the speaker mode to standard mode (STD) or network mode (NW).

This unit

1. Microphone (3 m)
2. DAB antenna input
   To receive DAB signals, connect a DAB antenna (AN-DAB1) (sold separately) to the unit.
3. Power cord input
4. Microphone input
5. Rear output (STD) or middle range output (NW)
6. Front output (STD) or high range output (NW)
7. Antenna input
8. Fuse (10 A)
9. Wired remote input
   Hard-wired remote control adapter can be connected (sold separately).
10. Subwoofer output

Power cord

1. To power cord input
2. Depending on the kind of vehicle, the function of and may be different. In this case, be sure to connect to and to .
3. Yellow
   Back-up (or accessory)
4. Yellow
   Connect to the constant 12 V supply terminal.
5. Red
   Accessory (or back-up)
6. Red
   Connect to terminal controlled by the ignition switch (12 V DC).
7. Connect leads of the same colour to each other.
8. Black (chassis ground)
9. Blue/white
   The pin position of the ISO connector will differ depending on the type of vehicle. Connect and when Pin 5 is an antenna control type. In another type of vehicle, never connect and .
10. Blue/white
    Connect to the system control terminal of the power amp (max. 300 mA 12 V DC).
11. Blue/white
    Connect to the auto-antenna relay control terminal (max. 300 mA 12 V DC).
12. Speaker leads
    White: Front left (STD) or high range left (NW)
    White/black: Front left (STD) or high range left (NW)
    Gray: Front right (STD) or high range right (NW)
    Gray/black: Front right (STD) or high range right (NW)
    Green: Rear left (STD) or middle range left (NW)
    Green/black: Rear left (STD) or middle range left (NW)
    Violet: Rear right (STD) or middle range right (NW)
    Violet/black: Rear right (STD) or middle range right (NW)
13. Orange/white
    Connect to a car's illumination signal.
14. ISO connector
    In some vehicles, the ISO connector may be divided into two. In this case, be sure to connect to both connectors.

Power amp

(sold separately)

Perform these connections when using the optional amplifier.

1. System remote control
   Connect to blue/white cable.
2. Power amp (sold separately)
3. Connect with RCA cables (sold separately)
4. To rear output (STD) or middle range output (NW)
5. Rear speaker (STD) or middle range speaker (NW)
6. To front output (STD) or high range output (NW)
7. Front speaker (STD) or high range speaker (NW)
8. To subwoofer output
9. Subwoofer

Installation

• Check all connections and systems before final installation.
• Do not use unauthorized parts as this may cause malfunctions.
• Consult your dealer if installation requires drilling of holes or other modifications to the vehicle.
• Do not install this unit where:
  • it may interfere with operation of the vehicle.
  • it may cause injury to a passenger as a result of a sudden stop.
• Install this unit away from hot places such as near the heater outlet.
• Optimum performance is obtained when the unit is installed at an angle of less than 60°.
  
  
• When installing, to ensure proper heat dispersal when using this unit, make sure you leave ample space behind the rear panel and wrap any loose cables so they are not blocking the vents.
  

DIN mount installation

1. Insert the supplied mounting sleeve into the dashboard.
2. Secure the mounting sleeve by using a screwdriver to bend the metal tabs (90°) into place.
   
   1. Dashboard
   2. Mounting sleeve
      • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. An unstable installation may cause skipping or other malfunctions.

When not using the supplied mounting sleeve

1. Determine the appropriate position where the holes on the bracket and the side of the unit match.
   
   
2. Tighten two screws on each side.
   
   1. Tapping screw (5 mm × 9 mm, not supplied with product)
   2. Mounting bracket
   3. Dashboard or console

Removing the unit (installed with the supplied mounting sleeve)

1. Remove the trim ring.
   
   1. Trim ring
   2. Notched tab
      • Releasing the front panel allows easier access to the trim ring.
      • When reattaching the trim ring, point the side with the notched tab down.
2. Insert the supplied extraction keys into both sides of the unit until they click into place.
3. Pull the unit out of the dashboard.
   

Installing the microphone

The microphone should be placed directly in front of the driver at a suitable distance to pick up their voice clearly.

It is extremely dangerous to allow the microphone lead to become wound around the steering column or shift lever. Be sure to install the microphone in such a way that it will not obstruct driving. It is recommended to use the clamps (sold separately) to arrange the lead.

NOTE
Depending on the vehicle model, the microphone cable length may be too short when you mount the microphone on the sun visor. In such cases, install the microphone on the steering column.

To install on the sun visor

1. Fit the microphone lead into the groove.
   
   1. Microphone lead
   2. Groove
2. Install the microphone clip on the sun visor.
   Lowering the sun visor reduces the voice recognition rate.
   
   1. Microphone clip

To install on the steering column

1. Slide the microphone base to detach it from the microphone clip.
   
   1. Microphone
   2. Microphone clip
   3. Microphone base
2. Install the microphone on the rear side of the steering column.
   
   1. Double-sided tape

Basic operation

MVH-S520DAB

About the main menu

You can adjust various settings in the main menu.

Frequently used operations

Purpose	Operation
Turn on the power	Press SRC/OFF to turn on the power. Press and hold SRC/OFF to turn off the power.
Adjust the volume	Turn the M.C. dial.
Select a source	Press SRC/OFF repeatedly.
Change the display information	Press DISP repeatedly.
Return to the previous display/list	Press BAND/ .
Return to the normal display from the menu	Press and hold BAND/.
Change the display brightness	Press and hold BAND/.

Setup operation

When you turn the ignition switch to ON after installation, the setup menu appears in the display.

Do not use the unit in standard mode when a speaker system for network mode is connected to the unit. Do not use the unit in network mode when a speaker system for standard mode is connected to the unit. This may cause damage to the speakers.

1. Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.
   To proceed to the next menu option, you need to confirm your selection.

2. [QUIT:YES] appears.
   To return to the first item of the setup menu, turn the M.C. dial to select [QUIT:NO], then press to confirm.
3. Press the M.C. dial to confirm the settings.
   [UPDATING LIST] appears in the display and the service list will be updated.

Tuner operation

Receiving preset stations

1. Press SRC/OFF to select [RADIO].
2. Press BAND/ to select the band.
   [FM1] [FM2] [FM3] [MW]/[LW]
3. Press a number button (1/ to 6/).

Best stations memory (BSM)

1. After selecting the band, press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
2. Turn the M.C. dial to select [FUNCTION], then press to confirm.
3. Turn the M.C. dial to select [BSM], then press to confirm.

To store stations manually

1. While receiving the station you want to store, press and hold one of the number buttons (1/ to 6/) until it stops flashing.

USB/iPhone®/AUX operation

(iPhone source is not available when [USB MTP] is set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings.)

USB/iPhone

1. Open the USB port cover.
2. Plug in the USB device/iPhone using an appropriate cable.

MTP connection
A device installed with Android OS 4.0 or most of later versions can be connected to the unit via MTP, using the cable supplied with the Android device. However, depending on the connected device, OS version or the numbers of the files in the device, audio files/songs may not be able to be played back via MTP.
NOTE
If you use an MTP connection, [USB MTP] needs to be set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings.

AUX

1. Insert the stereo mini plug into the AUX input jack.
2. Press SRC/OFF to select [AUX IN] as the source.

Bluetooth connection

Up to two Bluetooth telephones can be connected simultaneously.

1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of the device.
2. Select the unit name shown in the device display.
3. Make sure the same 6-digit number appears on this unit and the device.
4. Select [YES].

Bluetooth telephone

Basic operations

Purpose	Operation
Answer an incoming call	Press any button when a call is received.
End a call	Press .
Reject an incoming call	Press and hold when a call is received.

Activating voice recognition mode

1. Press and hold and then talk into the microphone to input voice commands.
   To exit the voice recognition mode, press BAND/.

Making a connection with Pioneer Smart Sync

Pioneer Smart Sync is the application that intelligently brings your maps, messages, and music together in the vehicle.

Do not attempt to operate the application while driving. Make sure to pull off the road and park your vehicle in a safe location before attempting to use the controls on the application.

1. Enter the SYSTEM menu (refer to "About the main menu").
2. Turn the M.C. dial to select [APP CONTROL], then press to confirm.
3. Turn the M.C. dial to select one of the below.
   • Select [WIRED] for the USB connection.
   • Select [BLUETOOTH] for the Bluetooth connection.
4. Turn the M.C. dial to select [AUTO APP CONN], then press to confirm.
5. Turn the M.C. dial to select [ON], then press to confirm.
6. Connect this unit with the mobile device via USB or Bluetooth.
   Pioneer Smart Sync on the iPhone/Android device starts automatically.

NOTE
Regardless of whether the [AUTO APP CONN] setting is set to [ON] or [OFF], you can also perform the following to start Pioneer Smart Sync.

• For devices other than the USB-connected Android device, press SRC/OFF to select any source and press and hold the M.C. dial.
• For iPhone, launch Pioneer Smart Sync on the mobile device.

Listening to Spotify®

(Not available when [USB MTP] is set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings.)
Update the firmware of the Spotify application to the latest version before use.
Before you start, connect this unit with the mobile device via USB (iPhone only) or Bluetooth.

1. Enter the SYSTEM menu (refer to "About the main menu").
2. Turn the M.C. dial to select [APP CONTROL], then press to confirm.
3. Turn the M.C. dial to select one of the below.
   • Select [WIRED] for the USB connection.
   • Select [BLUETOOTH] for the Bluetooth connection.
4. Press SRC/OFF to select [SPOTIFY].
5. Launch the Spotify application on the mobile device and start playback.