
Optional remote control
The remote control CD-R510 is sold separately.
Frequently used operations
The available buttons vary depending on the unit.
| 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/ . |
| Answering a call | Press any button. |
| Ending a call | Press![]() |
| Boost the bass level |
Press BASS. • You can select the bass level ([HI] or [LOW]) in [D.BASS] (page 25). |
* When this unit’s blue/white lead is connected to the vehicle’s auto-antenna relay control terminal, the vehicle’s antenna extends when this unit’s source is turned on. To retract the antenna, turn the source off.
Display indication
| Indication | Description |
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Appears when a lower tier of the menu or folder exists. |
| BASS | Appears when the BASS function is activated. |
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Appears when random/shuffle play is set (except when BT AUDIO is selected as the source). |
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Appears when repeat play is set (except when BT AUDIO is selected as the source). |
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Appears when a Bluetooth connection is made (page 11). |
| APP | Appears when a Pioneer Smart Sync connection is made (page 18). |
Detach the front panel to prevent theft. Remove any cables and devices attached to the front panel and turn off the unit before detaching it.

Important
The microprocessor must be reset in the following situations:
– Before 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 (page 5).
2 Press the RESET button with a pointed instrument longer than 8 mm.

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 selection.
| Menu Item | Description |
|
LANGUAGE [ENG](English), [ESP](Spanish), [FRA] (Canadian French) |
Select the language to display the text information from a compressed audio file. |
| CLOCK SET |
Set the clock. 1 Turn the M.C. dial to adjust the hour, then press to confirm. The indicator moves to the minute setting automatically. 2 Turn the M.C. dial to adjust the minute, then press to confirm. |
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.
NOTE These settings can be made at any time from the SYSTEM settings (page 26).
NOTE
The options vary depending on the unit.
| Menu Item | Description |
|
REAR-SP [FUL] [SW] |
Select when there is a full-range speaker connected to the rear speaker output leads. Select when there is a subwoofer connected directly to the rear speaker output leads without any auxiliary amplifier. |
|
SP-P/O MODE [REAR/SUB.W] |
Select when there is a full-range speaker connected to the rear speaker output leads and there is a subwoofer connected to the RCA output. |
| [SUB.W/SUB.W] | Select when there is a passive subwoofer connected directly to the rear speaker output leads and there is a subwoofer connected to the RCA output. |
| [REAR/REAR] | Select when there are full-range speakers connected to the rear speaker output leads and RCA output. If there is a full-range speaker connected to the rear speaker output leads, and the RCA output is not used, you may select either [REAR/SUB.W] or [REAR/REAR]. |
|
SYSTEM UPDATE [SYSTEM INFO], [S/ W UPDATE] |
Select [SYSTEM INFO] to confirm the latest system information on the unit. Select [S/W UPDATE] to update the unit to the latest software and initialize the unit settings. For details on the latest software and updating, visit our website. |
|
SYSTEM RESET [YES], [NO] |
Select [YES] to initialize the unit settings. The unit will be restarted automatically |
The tuner frequencies on this unit are allocated for use in North America. Use in other areas may result in poor reception.
to select the band from [FM1], [FM2], [FM3] or [AM].
to 6/
).TIP
The
buttons can be also used to select a preset station when [SEEK] is set to [PCH] in the FUNCTION settings (page 23).
The six strongest stations are stored on the number buttons (1/
to 6/
).
To seek a station manually
to select a station. Press and hold
then release to seek an available station. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. To cancel seek tuning, press
.NOTE [SEEK] needs to be set to [MAN] in the FUNCTION settings (page 23).
To store stations manually
to 6/
) until it stops flashing.(iPhone source is not available when [USB MTP] is set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings (page 27).)
Disconnect headphones from the device before connecting it to the unit.
CD
1 Insert a disc into the disc loading slot with the label side up.
To eject a disc, stop playback first then press
.
USB devices (including Android™)/iPhone
NOTE
To automatically switch to USB source when a USB device/iPhone is connected to the unit, set [USB AUTO] to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings (page 27).
CAUTION
Use a USB cable (sold separately) to connect the USB device as any device connected directly to the unit will protrude out from the unit, which could be dangerous.
Before removing the device, stop playback.
AOA connections
A device running Android OS 4.1 or later installed and also supports AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0 can be connected to the unit via AOA, using the cable supplied with the device.
NOTE
If you use an AOA connection, [APP CONTROL] needs to be set to [WIRED] (page 27) and [USB MTP] needs to be set to [OFF] (page 27) in the SYSTEM settings.
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 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 that MTP connection is not compatible with WAV file formats and FLAC file formats, and cannot be used with the MIXTRAX function.
NOTE
If you use an MTP connection, [USB MTP] needs to be set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings (page 27).
AUX
NOTE
If [AUX] is set to [OFF] in the SYSTEM settings, [AUX IN] cannot be selected as a source (page 26).
You can make adjustments in the FUNCTION settings (page 22) (except for AUX IN/CD/ USB source). Note that the following operations do not work for an AUX device. To operate an AUX device, use the device itself.


*1 Compressed audio files only
*2 When you use the fast forward or reverse function while playing a VBR file, the playback time may be not correct
The MIXTRAX function creates a non-stop mix of your music library, accompanied by illumination effects. For details on MIXTRAX settings, see page 29.
NOTES
Important If ten or more Bluetooth devices (e.g. a phone and separate audio player) are connected, they may not work properly.
TIP The next connection to the unit is performed automatically if the Bluetooth device has been connected previously in the following steps.
1 Turn on the Bluetooth function of the device.
If you make a Bluetooth connection from the device, proceed to step 4.
2 Press
to display the [ADD DEVICE] setting.
The unit starts to search for available devices, then displays them in the device list.
• To cancel searching, press the M.C. dial.
• If the desired device is not in the list, select [RE-SEARCH].
• If there is no device available, [NOT FOUND] appears in the display.
• If there is already a connected device, the phone menu appears by pressing
.
3 Turn the M.C. dial to select a device from the device list, then press to confirm.
Press and hold the M.C. dial to switch the displayed device information between the Bluetooth device address and device name. If you make a Bluetooth connection from the unit, proceed to step 5.
4 Select the unit name shown in the device display.
5 Make sure the same 6-digit number appears on this unit and the device, then select [YES] if the 6-digit numbers displayed on this unit and the device are the same.
First, make a Bluetooth connection with the Bluetooth telephone (page 11). Up to two Bluetooth telephones can be connected simultaneously.
Important
To make a phone call
1 Press
to display the phone menu.
When two phones are connected, a phone name appears first then a phone menu will display. To switch to another phone, press
again.
2 Turn the M.C. dial to select [RECENTS] or [PHONE BOOK], then press to confirm.
If you select [PHONE BOOK], proceed to step 4.
3 Turn the M.C. dial to select [MISSED], [DIALED] or [RECEIVED], then press to confirm.
4 Turn the M.C. dial to select a name or phone number, then press to confirm.
The phone call starts
To answer an incoming call
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When two phones are connected to the unit via Bluetooth and there is an incoming call while one phone is being used for a call, a message will appear in the display. To answer that incoming call, you need to end the existing call.
Basic operations
| Purpose | Operation |
| End a call | Press ![]() |
| Reject an incoming call | Press and hold when a call is received. |
| Switch between the current caller and a caller on hold | Press the M.C. dial. |
| Cancel a caller on hold | Press and hold![]() |
| Adjust the volume of the caller’s voice (When private mode is on, this function is not available.) | Turn the M.C. dial during the call. |
| Turn the private mode on or off | Press BAND/ during the call. |
To preset phone numbers
to 6/
).The contact is stored in the selected preset number.
To make a call using a preset number, press one of the number buttons (1/
to 6/
), then press the M.C. dial, while the phone menu is displayed.
Voice recognition
This function is only available when an iPhone/Android device equipped with voice recognition is connected to the unit via Bluetooth.
1 Press and hold
and then talk into the microphone to input voice commands.
To exit the voice recognition mode, press BAND/
.
NOTE
For details on the voice recognition features, refer to the manual supplied with your device.
TIP
When a Pioneer Smart Sync connection is made (page 18), you can also use the voice recognition function from Pioneer Smart Sync installed on your iPhone/Android device by pressing and holding
. For details on the voice recognition features, see the application’s help section.
Phone menu
1 Press
to display the phone menu.
| Menu Item | Description |
|
RECENTS [MISSED] |
Display the missed call history. |
| [DIALED] | Display the dialed call history |
| [RECEIVED] | Display the received call history. |
| PHONE BOOK | Display the contacts in your phone. |
| PRESET 1-6 | Recall the preset phone numbers. You can also recall the preset phone numbers by pressing one of the number buttons (1/ to 6/ ). |
|
A.ANSR* [ON], [OFF] |
Select [ON] to answer an incoming call automatically. |
| PB INVT | Invert the order of names in the phone book (name view). |
| DEVICELIST | Display the list of paired Bluetooth devices. “*” appears on the device name when the Bluetooth connection is established. When no device is selected in the device list, this function is not available. |
|
DEL DEVICE [DELETE YES], [DELETE NO] |
Delete the device information. |
| ADD DEVICE | Register a new device |
| DEV. INFO | Switch the device information on the display between the device name and Bluetooth device address. |
* If two phones are connected, this function does not work on incoming calls that are received while one of the phones is being used for a call.
Important
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) can only play back songs on your audio player.
– AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) can perform functions such as playback, pause, select song, etc.
to start playback.NOTE
You must reconnect the Bluetooth connection when the source is switched or the unit is turned off.
TIP
When more than two and up to five devices are registered to the unit via Bluetooth, you can switch the Bluetooth device by playing back songs on the device. By doing so, playing back a song from the Bluetooth device of each passenger is easily available. However, depending on the usage conditions, multiple connections may not be available and the audio files/songs may not be able to be played back properly.
Basic operations
You can make various adjustments in the FUNCTION settings (page 22).
| Purpose | Operation |
| Fast forward or reverse | Press and hold or . |
| Select a track | Press or . |
| Repeat play* | Press 6/ . |
| Random play* | Press 5/ . |
| Pause/resume playback | Press 4/PAUSE. |
| Search for a file from a list |
1 Press and hold 2 Turn the M.C. dial to select the desired folder name, then press to confirm. 3 Turn the M.C. dial to select the desired file, then press to confirm. Playback starts. |
* Depending on the connected device, these operations may not be available.
Pioneer Smart Sync is the application that intelligently brings your maps, messages, and music together in the vehicle.
You can operate the unit from Pioneer Smart Sync installed on an iPhone/Android device. In some cases, you can control aspects of the application, such as source selection, pause, etc., by using the unit.
For details on what operations are available on the application, see the application’s help section.
NOTE
The APP source is not available when a Pioneer Smart Sync connection is not made or [USB MTP] is set to [ON] in the SYSTEM settings (page 27).
WARNING
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.
For iPhone users
This function is compatible with iOS 10.3 or later.
You can download Pioneer Smart Sync on iTunes App Store.

For Android device users
For Bluetooth connections, this function is compatible with devices that have Android OS 5.0 or later installed. For USB connections, this function is compatible with a phone that runs Android 5.0 or later up to 7.1.2 and also supports AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0. However, the compatibility depends on the smartphone. You can download Pioneer Smart Sync on Google Play.

NOTE Some Android devices connected via AOA 2.0 may not work properly or emit sounds due to their own software design, regardless of the OS version.
Promoting the use of the unit
The interface of the unit can be evolved by using your iPhone/Android device.
Image (example):

Examples:
– Selecting a source of the unit
– Listening to the music on your iPhone/Android device
– Controlling the sound field intuitively
– Setting the illumination color (Only for DEH-S5200BT)
– Controlling your connected Bluetooth device
The following functions, which are unavailable on the unit alone, are available by making a Pioneer Smart Sync connection.

NOTES
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It is recommended to enter the search term "Pioneer Smart Sync" in the search field to search for the application.

5. Turn the M.C. dial to select [AUTO APP CONN], then press to confirm.
6. Turn the M.C. dial to select [ON], then press to confirm.
7. Connect this unit with the mobile device.
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.
NOTES
You can also make various adjustments in the AUDIO settings (page 23).
You can adjust the cut-off frequency value and the slope value of each speaker. The following speakers can be adjusted. [FRONT], [REAR], [SUBWOOFER]
NOTE [SUBWOOFER] can only be selected when [ON] is selected in [SUBWOOFER] (page 24).
1 Press the M.C. dial to display the main menu.
2 Turn the M.C. dial to select [AUDIO], then press to confirm.
3 Turn the M.C. dial to select [CROSSOVER], then press to confirm.
4 Turn the M.C. dial to select the speaker unit (filter) to be adjusted, then press to confirm.
5 Turn the M.C. dial to select [HPF] or [LPF] according to the speaker unit (filter), then press to confirm.
6 Turn the M.C. dial to select an appropriate cut-off frequency for the speaker unit (filter) selected in step 4, then press to confirm.
[25HZ] to [250HZ]
7 Turn the M.C. dial to select an appropriate slope for the speaker unit (filter) selected in step 4.
[–6] to [–24] (if you choose [FRONT] or [REAR])
[–6] to [–36] (if you choose [SUBWOOFER])
You can adjust various settings in the main menu.
3. Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.
The menu items vary according to the source.

NOTE [CHK APP SETTG.] may be displayed when the setting is performed from Pioneer Smart Sync.



*1 Not available when [SW] is selected in [REAR-SP] in the INITIAL settings (page 7).
*2 Not available when [SUB.W/SUB.W] is selected in [SP-P/O MODE] in the INITIAL settings (page 7).
*3 Not available when [REAR/REAR] is selected in [SP-P/O MODE] in the INITIAL settings (page 7).
You can also access to these menus when the unit is turned off.


Information on the connections for each device
The available sources differ depending on the setting value. Please set [APP CONTROL] according to the table for the source you want to use. For details on Pioneer Smart Sync connection, see page 18.
The display automatically returns to the normal display.
→ No operations have been made for about 30 seconds.
– Perform an operation.
The repeat play range changes unexpectedly.
→ Depending on the repeat play range, the selected range may change when another folder or track is being selected or during fast forwarding/reversing.
– Select the repeat play range again.
A subfolder is not played back.
→ Subfolders cannot be played when [FLD] (folder repeat) is selected.
– Select another repeat play range.
The sound is intermittent.
→ You are using a device, such as a cellular phone, that may cause audible interference.
– Move electrical devices that may be causing the interference away from the unit.
The sound from the Bluetooth audio source is not played back.
→ There is a call in progress on a Bluetooth-connected cellular phone.
– The sound will be played back when the call is terminated.
→ A Bluetooth-connected cellular phone is currently being operated.
– Stop using the cellular phone.
→ The connection between the unit and the cellular phone is not established correctly after a call made by a Bluetooth-connected cellular phone.
– Make a Bluetooth connection between the unit and the cellular phone again.
AMP ERROR
→ This unit fails to operate or the speaker connection is incorrect.
→ The protective circuit is activated.
– Check the speaker connection.
– Turn the ignition switch OFF and back to ON again. If the message remains, contact your dealer or an authorized Pioneer Service Station for assistance.
NO XXXX (NO TITLE, for example)
→ There is no embedded text information.
– Switch the display or play another track/file.
ERROR-07, 11, 12, 17, 30
→ The disc is dirty.
– Clean the disc.
→ The disc is scratched.
– Replace the disc.
ERROR-07, 10, 11, 12, 15, 17, 30, A0
→ There is an electrical or mechanical error.
– Turn the ignition switch OFF and back to ON, then back to the CD player.
ERROR-15
→ The inserted disc is blank.
– Replace the disc. ERROR-23
→ Unsupported CD format.
– Replace the disc.
FORMAT READ
→ Sometimes there is a delay between the start of playback and when you start to hear any sound.
– Wait until the message disappears and you hear sound.
NO AUDIO
→ The inserted disc does not contain any playable files.
– Replace the disc.
SKIPPED
→ The inserted disc contains DRM protected files.
– The protected files are skipped.
PROTECT
→ All the files on the inserted disc are embedded with DRM.
– Replace the disc.
FORMAT READ
→ Sometimes there is a delay between the start of playback and when you start to hear any sound.
– Wait until the message disappears and you hear sound.
NO AUDIO
→ There are no songs.
– Transfer the audio files to the USB device and connect.
→ The connected USB device has security enabled.
– Follow the USB device instructions to disable the security.
SKIPPED
→ The connected USB device contains DRM protected files.
– The protected files are skipped.
PROTECT
→ All the files on the connected USB device are embedded with DRM.
– Replace the USB device.
N/A USB
→ The connected USB device is not supported by this unit.
– Disconnect your device and replace it with a compatible USB device.
HUB ERROR
→ The USB device connected via a USB hub is not supported by this unit.
– Connect the USB device directly to this unit using a USB cable.
CHECK USB
→ The USB connector or USB cable has short-circuited.
– Check that the USB connector or USB cable is not caught in something or damaged.
→ The connected USB device consumes more than maximum allowable current.
– Disconnect the USB device and do not use it. Turn the ignition switch OFF and back to ACC or ON. Connect only compliant USB devices.
ERROR-19
→ Communication failed.
– Perform one of the following operations, then return to the USB source.
• Disconnect the USB device.
• Change to a different source.
→ iPhone failure.
– Disconnect the cable from the iPhone. Once the iPhone’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the iPhone and reset it.
ERROR-23
→ USB device was not formatted properly.
– Format the USB device with FAT12, FAT16 or FAT32.
ERROR-16
→ The iPhone firmware version is old.
– Update the iPhone version.
→ iPhone failure.
– Disconnect the cable from the iPhone. Once the iPhone’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the iPhone and reset it.
STOP
→ There are no songs in the current list.
– Select a list that contains songs.
NO BT DEVICE GO TO BT MENU TO REGISTER
→ No Bluetooth device found.
– Connect the unit and iPhone via Bluetooth (page 11).
CONN. FAILED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection with iPhone failed.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
DISCONNECTED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection lost.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
ERROR-10
→ The power failed for the Bluetooth module of the unit.
– Turn the ignition switch OFF and back to ACC or ON.
ERROR-19
→ Communication failed.
– Disconnect the cable from the device. Once the device’s main menu is displayed, reconnect the device and reset it.
NOT FOUND
→ The Pandora application has not started running yet.
– Start up the Pandora application.
RATING ERROR
→ The thumb rating operation was disabled.
– Run the same command for another track.
CAN'T SKIP
→ The skip operation was disabled.
– Run the same command for another track.
THUMB ERROR
→ Unable to save thumb rating.
– Try again later.
BOOKMARK ERR
→ Unable to save BookMark.
– Try again later.
INOPERABLE
→ The operation to save BookMark or add station was disabled.
– Run the same command for another track.
UNABLE TO ADD
→ Unable to add station.
– Try again later.
SKIP LIMIT
→ Due to music licensing restrictions, Pandora limits the total number of skips per hour.
– Wait until Pandora allows you to skip again.
UPDATE APP
→ This version of the Pandora application is not supported.
– Connect a device that has a compatible version of the Pandora application installed.
LOG IN ERROR
→ Your Pandora account is not logged in.
– Disconnect the cable from the device, and log in to your Pandora account. Then reconnect the device.
ERROR
→ Device error message displayed in the Pandora application.
– Check the connected device.
→ Pandora system is undergoing maintenance.
– Try again later.
NO STATIONS
→ No station found.
– Create a station in the Pandora application on your connected device.
NO BT DEVICE GO TO BT MENU TO REGISTER
→ No Bluetooth device found.
– Connect the unit and the device via Bluetooth (page 11).
CONN. FAILED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection failed.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
CHECK APP PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Connection to the Pandora application failed.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
DISCONNECTED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection lost.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
STATION LIMIT
→ A new station cannot be added.
– Delete an old station to open a spot for a new one.
CANNOT DELETE
→ The station could not be deleted.
– Run the same command for another station.
BAD NETWORK
→ The connected device is out of area.
– Connect the device to a network.
UNAVAILAVLE
→ The connected device is out of area.
– Connect the device to a network.
→ The operation was disabled.
– Run the same command for another station.
CHECK APP
→ An unknown error (including communication error) has occurred.
– Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
APP CONNECT APP
→ Pioneer Smart Sync connection is not made.
– Make a connection with Pioneer Smart Sync (page 18).
NOT FOUND
→ The Spotify application has not started running yet.
– Start up the Spotify application.
NO BT DEVICE GO TO BT MENU TO REGISTER
→ No Bluetooth device found.
– Connect the unit and the device via Bluetooth (page 11).
CONN. FAILED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection failed.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
CHECK APP PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Connection to the Spotify application failed.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
DISCONNECTED PRESS BAND KEY TO RETRY
→ Bluetooth connection lost.
– Press BAND/
to make a connection again.
CHECK APP
→ An unknown error (including communication error) has occurred.
– Follow the instructions that appear on the screen

– DualDiscs
– 8-cm discs: Attempts to use such discs with an adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction.
– Oddly shaped discs
– Discs other than CDs
– Damaged discs, including discs that are cracked, chipped or warped
– CD-R/RW discs that have not been finalized
– The discs may warp making the disc unplayable.
– The labels may come off during playback and prevent ejection of the discs, which may result in damage to the equipment.
– Operations may vary.
– The storage device may not be recognized.
– Files may not be played back properly.
– The device may cause audible interference when you are listening to the radio.
CAUTION
Reference file: Pioneer DEH-S4200BT Single-DIN in-Dash CD AM/FM Receiver MIXTRAX
Additionally, the document applies to other Pioneer models: DEH-S5200BT, DEH-S4220BT