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Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver Operation Manual

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Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver

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Before You Start

  • Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product To ensure proper use, please read through this guide before using this product. You must read and observe WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in this guide. Please keep the guide in a safe and accessible place for future reference.
  • FCC ID: EW4C95
    MODEL NO.: MVH-S522BS
  • IC: 4250A-C95
  • This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

  • Product Name: DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER
  • Model Number: MVH-S522BS
  • Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA), INC. SERVICE SUPPORT DIVISION
  • Address: 2050 W. 190TH STREET, SUITE 100, TORRANCE, CA 90504, U.S.A.
  • Phone: 1-800-421-1404
  • URL: http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands

  • Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level—a level that lets the sound come through clearly 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.
  • ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:
  • Set your volume control at a low setting.
  • Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
  • Once you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it there
  • WARNING
  • Rear visibility systems (backup cameras) are required in certain new vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada. U.S. regulations began according to a two-year phase-in on May 1, 2016, and both the U.S. and Canada require that all such vehicles manufactured on or after May 1, 2018, have rear visibility systems. Owners of vehicles equipped with compliant rear visibility systems should not install or use this product in a way that alters or disables that system. If you are unsure whether your vehicle has a rear visibility system subject to U.S. or Canadian regulations, please contact the vehicle manufacturer or dealer.
  • Do not attempt to install or service this product by yourself. Installation or servicing of this product by persons without training and experience in electronic equipment and automotive accessories may be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of electric shock, injury or other hazards.
  • Do not attempt to operate the unit 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 device.
  • This product contains chemicals known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Connections

  • In the following, “NW” represents a network mode, and “STD” represents a standard mode. According to the connections you have established, change the speaker mode to standard mode (STD) or network mode (NW).
  • WARNING
  • When speaker output is used by 4 channels, use speakers rated over 50 W (maximum input power) and between 4 Ω to 8 Ω (impedance value). Do not use 1 Ω
    to 3 Ω speakers for this unit.
  • When rear speaker output is used by a 2 Ω subwoofer, use speakers rated for over 70 W.
  • Please refer to connections for a connection method.
  • The black cable is ground. When installing this unit or power amp (sold separately), make sure to connect the ground wire first. Ensure that the ground wire is properly connected to the metal parts of the car’s body.
  • The ground wire of the power amp and the one of this unit or any other device must be connected to the car separately with different screws. If the screw for the ground wire loosens or falls out, it could result in fire, generation of smoke or malfunctionPioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-1
  • 1 Not supplied for this unit

Important

  • When installing this unit in a vehicle without an ACC (accessory) position on the ignition switch, failure to connect the red cable to the terminal that detects the
    operation of the ignition key may result in battery drain
  • Use this unit with a 12-volt battery and negative grounding only. Failure to do so may result in a fire or malfunction.
  • To prevent a short-circuit, overheating or malfunction, be sure to follow the directions below.
  • Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before installation.
  • Secure the wiring with cable clamps or adhesive tape. Wrap adhesive tape around wiring that comes into contact with metal parts to protect the wiring.
  • Place all cables away from moving parts, such as the shift lever and seat rails.
  • Place all cables away from hot places, such as near the heater outlet.
  • Do not connect the yellow cable to the battery by passing it through the hole to the engine compartment.
  • Cover any disconnected cable connectors with insulating tape.
  • Do not shorten any cables.
  • Never cut the insulation of the power cable of this unit in order to share the power with other devices. The current capacity of the cable is limited.

This unit

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  1. Microphone 3 m (9 ft. 10-1/8 in.)
  2. SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner input
  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 A hard-wired remote control adapter can be connected (sold separately).
  10. Subwoofer output
  11. SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (sold separately)

Power cord

  • Perform these connections when not connecting a rear speaker or middle-range speaker leads to a subwoofer.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-3

Installation

Important

  • Check all connections and systems before final installation.
  • Do not use unauthorized parts as this may cause malfunctions.
  • Consult your dealer if installation requires the drilling of holes or other modifications to the vehicle.
  • Do not install this unit where:
    • it may interfere with the 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°.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-4

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.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-5
    1. Dashboard
    2. Mounting sleeve
      • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. An unstable installation may cause skipping or other malfunctions.

To secure the front panel

  • The front panel can be secured with the supplied screw.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-6

Installing the microphone

  • The microphone should be placed directly in front of the driver at a suitable distance to pick up their voice clearly.
  • 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.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-7
    1. Microphone lead
    2. Groove
  2. Install the microphone clip on the sun visor. Lowering the sun visor reduces the voice recognition rate.Pioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-8
    1. Microphone clip

Basic operation

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About the main menu

You can adjust various settings in the main menu.

  1. Press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
  2. Turn the M.C. dial to select one of the categories below, then press to confirm.
    • FUNCTION settings
    • AUDIO settings
    • SYSTEM settings
    • ILLUMINATION settings
    • MIXTRAX settings
  3. Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.

Frequently used operations

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Setup operation

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

  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 selectionPioneer MVH-S522BS Digital Media Receiver-11
  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

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.

Bluetooth connection

Up to two Bluetooth telephones can be connected simultaneously.

  1. Turn on the device’s Bluetooth function.
  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].

Making a connection with Pioneer Smart Sync

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

  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.

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Pioneer MVH-S522S Digital Media Receiver-FAQs

How do I connect Bluetooth on my Pioneer MVH-S522BS?

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your device.
2. Press the phone menu button on the receiver.
3. Rotate the M.C. dial to select [BT SETUP], then press to confirm.

What is PCM on a Pioneer receiver?

PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation) is a method of converting analog audio into digital format. It differs from Dolby Digital, which compresses audio for smaller file sizes while maintaining surround sound capabilities.

Why does my Pioneer radio stay on even when the car is off?

This may be due to incorrect wiring installation or damaged wires preventing the unit from turning off properly.

How do I turn off All Zone Stereo mode?

1. Select “AVR Options” and press ENTER.
2. Scroll to “All Zone Stereo” and press ENTER.
3. Select “Stop” and press ENTER to disable the mode.

How do I activate the AUX input?

Press the Source button repeatedly until “AUX” appears on the display, then activate it by pressing the cursor key.

Which AUX port should I use?

Most car stereos have a 3.5mm audio port, which is compatible with standard AUX cables.

How do I reset my Pioneer receiver?

1. Press and hold the ENTER button on the front panel.
2. While holding, power on the unit.
3. The display will show RESET?.
4. Use the preset buttons to highlight RESET, then press ENTER twice to confirm.

What happens when I reset my radio?

Resetting erases clock settings, stored presets, and some saved data. Check your manual for specific reset instructions if your model doesn’t have a dedicated reset button.

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