English DMH-342EX DMH-341EX DMH-340EX DMH-241EX DMH-240EX RDS AV RECEIVER AVH-241EX AVH-240EX DVD RDS AV RECEIVER Operation Manual Important (Serial number) The serial number is located on the bottom of this unit. For your own security and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.
Contents Important The screen shown in the examples may differ from actual screens, which may be changed without notice for performance and function improvements. ■ Precaution ................................................................................... 3 ■ Parts and controls....................................................................... 8 ■ Basic operation ......................................................................... 11 ■ Bluetooth®................................................
Precaution Important safety information Before using this product, be sure to read and fully understand the following safety information: • Do not operate this product, any applications, or the rear view camera option (if purchased) if doing so will divert your attention in any way from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules and follow all existing traffic regulations.
If your vehicle has a compliant backup camera that displays the backup view through the factory receiver, do not use the Pioneer receiver unless it is connected to and displays the same view as the factory backup camera. Connection to the factory backup camera will require an adaptor, sold separately. Not all vehicles may be able to connect. Please check with a qualified professional installer for installation options specific to your vehicle.
• Do not take any steps to tamper with or disable the parking brake interlock system which is in place for your protection. Tampering with or disabling the parking brake interlock system could result in serious injury or death. • To avoid the risk of damage and injury and the potential violation of applicable laws, this product is not for use with a video image that is visible to the driver.
Handling the USB connector CAUTION Failure to operate After-sales service for Pioneer products Please contact the dealer or distributor from which you purchased the product for after-sales 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 making advance contact.
• When using a cellular phone, keep the antenna of the cellular phone away from the LCD screen to prevent disruption of the video in the form of spots, colored stripes, etc. • To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the touch panel keys only with your finger and do so gently. Notes on internal memory About this manual • This manual uses diagrams of actual screens to describe operations. However, the screens on some units may not match those shown in this manual depending on the model used.
Parts and controls Main unit 342EX 341EX DMH- 241EX 240EX English DMH- 340EX -8-
AVH- 241EX 240EX English Press to turn off the display information. To turn on the display information, press again. Press and hold to power off. To power back on, press again. TIP If you power the unit off, you can turn off almost all functions. The unit turns on by operating the following functions: • A rear view camera image is input when the vehicle is in reverse. • The ignition switch is turned off (ACC OFF), then turned on (ACC ON).
Remote control 342EX 341EX 241EX English Volume (+/-) BAND/ESC SRC Press to select the tuner band when tuner is selected as a source. Press to select the previous or next track/file. Press and hold to perform fast reverse or fast forward. Press to perform seek tuning (Radio). Press to select the next or previous folder. Press to select a preset channel (Radio). Press to answer a call. Press to switch the sources. Press to pause or resume playback. MUTE Press to end a call.
Basic operation Resetting the microprocessor 1 2 Turn the ignition switch OFF. Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed tools. Settings and recorded contents are reset to the factory settings. Preparing the remote control 342EX 341EX 241EX Remove the insulation sheet before use. How to replace the battery Insert the CR2025 (3 V) battery with the plus (+) and minus (-) poles orientated properly.
CAUTION Using the remote control Point the remote control in the direction of the front panel to operate. NOTE The remote control may not function properly in direct sunlight. Important • Do not store the remote control in high temperatures or direct sunlight. • Do not let the remote control fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or gas pedal. Using the touch panel You can operate this product by touching the keys on the screen directly with your fingers.
Operating list screens English Touching an item on the list allows you to narrow down the options and proceed to the next operation. Touch to view any hidden items. Operating the time bar You can change the playback point by touching in the bar.
Top menu screen English Source icons TIP You can display the hidden source icon(s) by swiping left or right on the screen.
Bluetooth® Bluetooth connection 4 5 Turn on the Bluetooth function on the device. Press . Touch [Phone] or [Bluetooth Audio]. The unit name is shown in the display. Select the unit name shown in the mobile device display. Perform the pairing operation by the mobile device and this unit. After the device is successfully registered, a Bluetooth connection is established by the system. TIP To disconnect the connection, touch the connected device name on the top of the phone number input screen (page 16).
Synchronizes the contacts and call history on your phone manually. Using phone book Select a contact from the phone book. Touch the contact on the list. Using call history Make a phone call by touching the one of the icon from the received call dialed call , or missed call . Direct phone number input Touch the number keys to enter the phone number then touch TIP You can redial to the last dialed number by touching number. , to make a call. without entering the ▶To end the call 1 Touch .
Notes for hands-free phoning ▶General notes ▶Registration and connection • Cellular phone operations vary depending on the type of cellular phone. Refer to the instruction manual that came with your cellular phone for detailed instructions. • When phone book transfer does not work, disconnect your phone and then perform pairing again from your phone to this product. ▶Making and receiving calls • You may hear a noise in the following situations: – When you answer the phone using the button on the phone.
1 2 Press . Touch [Bluetooth Audio]. The Bluetooth audio playback screen appears. Basic operation Switches between playback and pause. Skips files forward or backward. Performs fast forward or fast reverse. Sets a repeat play range. Plays files in random order.
AV source Supported AV source * AVH-241EX, AVH-240EX Selecting a source 1 2 Press . Touch the source icon. TIP You can display the hidden source icon(s) by swiping left or right on the screen. (some models) - 19 - English You can play or use the following sources with this product. • Radio • CD* • ROM (compressed audio or video files on discs)* • DVD-Video* • USB The following sources can be played back or used by connecting an auxiliary device.
Radio Starting procedure Press English 1 2 . Touch [Radio]. The Radio screen appears. Basic operation 1 XX.XX 6 XX.XX Recalls the preset channel stored to a key from memory. Stores the current broadcast frequency to a key. FM1 BSM Selects the FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2 band. Automatically stores the six strongest broadcast frequencies. NOTES • Storing broadcast frequencies with BSM may replace those you have already saved.
Disc AVH- 241EX 240EX You can play a normal music CD, Video-CD, or DVD-Video using the built-in drive of this product. CAUTION Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc-loading slot. Inserting a disc 1 Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot. The source changes and then playback will start. NOTE If the disc is already set, select [Disc] as the playing source. Ejecting a disc 1 Press . Basic operation Audio source Track number indicator Switches between playback and pause.
Skips files forward or backward. Performs fast forward or fast reverse. Sets a repeat play for the current disc/the current track. Selects a track from the list. Touch a track on the list to play back. Video source CAUTION For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video images, stop in a safe place and apply the parking brake. Switches between playback and pause. Skips files/chapters forward or backward. Performs fast forward or fast reverse.
01 Switches the audio/subtitle language. 01 NOTE This function is available for DVD-Video. Displays the hidden function bar. . TIP To cancel an input number, touch [C]. Selects the audio output. ᵰᶇᶅᶆᶒ NOTE This function is available for Video-CDs and DVDs recorded with LPCM audio. 01 Changes the viewing angle (Multi-angle). This function is available for DVDs featuring multi-angle recordings. Resumes playback (Bookmark). This function is available for DVD-Video.
Compressed files Inserting and ejecting media CAUTION Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc-loading slot. Inserting a disc ▶AVH-241EX/AVH-240EX 1 Insert a disc into the disc-loading slot. The source changes and then playback will start. NOTE If the disc is already set, select [Disc] as the playing source. Ejecting a disc ▶AVH-241EX/AVH-240EX 1 Press . Plugging a USB storage device ▶DMH-342EX/DMH-341EX/DMH-340EX 1 2 Pull out the plug from the USB port of the USB cable.
NOTES • This product may not achieve optimum performance with some USB storage devices. • Connection via a USB hub is not possible. • A USB cable is required for connection.* * DMH-342EX, DMH-341EX, DMH-340EX 1 Pull out the USB storage device from the USB cable. NOTES • Check that no data is being accessed before pulling out the USB storage device. • Turn off (ACC OFF) the ignition switch before unplugging the USB storage device. Starting procedure For Disc ▶AVH-241EX/AVH-240EX 1 Insert the disc.
Skips files forward or backward. Performs fast forward or fast reverse. Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder/the current file. Selects a file from the list. Touch a file on the list to playback. TIPS • Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by touching it. • You can switch the following media file types. – : Compressed audio files – : Compressed video files – : Image files NOTE The files and folders displayed depend on the media.
Stops playback then displays playlist. Skips files forward or backward. Performs fast forward or fast reverse. (only for USB) Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder/the current file. Selects a file from the list. Touch a file on the list to playback. TIPS • Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by touching it. • You can switch the following media file types.
Stops playback then displays playlist. Skips files forward or backward. Rotates the displayed picture 90° counterclockwise. Sets a repeat play range for all files/the current folder. Selects a file from the list. Touch a file on the list to playback. TIPS • Touching a folder on the list shows its contents. You can play a file on the list by touching it. • You can switch the following media file types.
iPhone NOTE iPhone may be referred to as iPod in this manual. English Starting procedure When connecting an iPhone to this product, the settings are automatically configured according to the device to be connected. For details of the compatibility, refer to Compatible iPhone models (page 49). NOTE [iPhone USB Settings] is set to [iPod] (page 35). 1 Connect your iPhone via USB. Playback is automatically performed. TIP You can also start this source by pressing then touching [iPod].
Selects a song from the list. Touch the category then the title of the list to playback of the selected list. TIP You can switch the song list by selecting the character in the initial bar while the initial bar is displayed. NOTE Depending on the generation or version of the iPhone, some functions may not be available. - 30 - English NOTE Only 1 300 songs in the iPhone are available in the list if the iPhone has more than 1 300 songs.
WebLink™ You can operate WebLink compatible applications with finger gestures such as tapping, dragging, scrolling, or flicking on the screen of this product. WARNING Certain uses of the iPhone or smartphone may not be legal while driving in your jurisdiction, so you must be aware of and obey any such restrictions. If in doubt as to a particular function, only perform it while the car is parked. No feature should be used unless it is safe to do so under the driving conditions you are experiencing.
TIP You can also start this source by pressing then touching [WebLink]. NOTE For USB connection, refer to the Installation Manual. For smartphone (Android™) users English System requirement Android 7.0 or higher NOTE The video playback capability depends on the connected Android device. 1 Unlock your smartphone and connect it to this product via USB. WebLink is automatically launched. TIP You can also start this source by pressing then touching [WebLink].
AUX You can display the video image output by the device connected to AUX input. NOTE A Mini-jack AV cable (sold separately) is required for connection. For details, refer to the Installation Manual. Starting procedure 1 2 Press . Touch [AUX]. The AUX screen appears. - 33 - English CAUTION For safety reasons, video images cannot be viewed while your vehicle is in motion. To view video images, stop in a safe place and apply the parking brake.
Camera View You can display the video image output by the device connected to camera input. For details, refer to the Installation Manual. ▶Rear view camera This product features a function that automatically switches to the full-screen image of the rear view camera installed on your vehicle when the shift lever is in the REVERSE (R) position. ▶Camera for Camera View mode Camera View can be displayed at all times.
Settings You can adjust various settings in the main menu. English Displaying the setting screen 1 2 3 Press Touch . . Touch one of the following categories, then select the options. :System Settings (page 35) :Theme Settings (page 38) :Audio Settings (page 38) NOTE Some settings are available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake. System Settings Menu Item Description [System Language] Select the system language.
Menu Item Description [Picture Adjustment] [Brightness] [Contrast] [Color] [Hue] [Sharpness] Adjust the image quality while playing Video-CD *1, DVDVideo *1, disc *1 / USB video. [Restore Settings] Touch [OK] to restore the settings to the default settings. TIP Adjust the image quality of the camera image by touching anywhere on the screens while in Camera View mode. NOTES • The source is turned off and the Bluetooth connection is disconnected before the process starts.
Menu Item Description [TV Aspect]*1 Set the aspect ratio suitable for your rear display 16:9 (wide screen display) or 4:3 (regular display). (We recommend use of this function only when you want to fit the aspect ratio to the rear display.) [16:9] Displays the wide screen image (16:9) as it is. [Letter Box] Makes the image in the shape of a letterbox with black bands on the top and bottom of the screen. [Pan Scan] Cuts the image short on the right and left sides of the screen.
Theme Settings NOTE This setting is not available when the video/image file is in playback. Description [Background] Select the wall paper from the preset items in this product. [Illumination]* Select an illumination color from the preset list. * DMH-342EX, DMH-341EX, DMH-340EX Audio Settings Menu Item Description [EQ] [Flat] [Super Bass] [Powerful] [Natural] [Vocal] [Custom] Select or customize the equalizer curve. [Fader/Balance] Touch or to adjust the front/rear speaker balance.
Other functions Setting the time and date Restoring this product to the default settings You can restore settings or recorded content to the default settings from [Restore Settings] in the [System Settings] menu (page 36). Firmware update When the latest software is released on our website, you can update the software of this unit (page 6). CAUTION • The USB storage device for updating must contain only the correct update file.
Appendix Troubleshooting Common problems A black screen is displayed, and operation is not possible using the touch panel keys. → Power off mode is on. – Press to release the mode. Problems with the AV screen The screen is covered by a caution message and the video cannot be shown. → The parking brake lead is not connected or the parking brake is not applied. – Connect the parking brake lead correctly, and apply the parking brake. → The parking brake interlock is activated.
– Check the connection and make sure that the violet/white lead of the receiver is connected to the lead whose voltage changes when the shift lever is put in reverse. (Refer to the installation manual.) Problems with the phone screen Dialing is impossible because the touch panel keys for dialing are inactive. → Your phone is out of range for service. – Retry after re-entering the range for service. Problems with Application screen The screen is displayed, but operation does not work at all.
– Select a file that can be played. – Disconnect your device and replace it with a compatible USB storage device. No Media Files → There is no playable file on the disc. – Check that the files in the disc is compatible with this product. Audio Code Not Supported → This type of file is not supported on this product. – Select a file that can be played. USB storage device HUB Error → The connected USB hub is not supported by this product. – Directly connect the USB storage device to this product.
– Select a compatible file with this product in another folder. environment, storage conditions and so on. • Road shocks may interrupt disc playback. • Read the precautions for discs before using them. Camera View & AUX Handling and care of discs Some basic precautions are necessary when handling your discs. Built-in drive and care • Use only conventional, fully circular discs. Do not use shaped discs.
CD English AVCHD recorded discs This unit is not compatible with discs recorded in AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format. Do not insert in AVCHD discs. If inserted, the disc may not be ejected. Detailed information for playable media Playing DualDisc Compatibility • DualDiscs are two-sided discs that have a recordable CD for audio on one side and a recordable DVD for video on the other. • Playback of the DVD side is possible with this product.
• DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs which have been recorded with Layer Jump recording cannot be played back. • For detailed information about recording mode, please contact the manufacturer of media, recorders, or writing software. Common notes about the USB storage device • Do not leave the USB storage device in any location with high temperatures. • Depending on the kind of the USB storage device you use, this product may not recognize the storage device or files may not be played back properly.
CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW/-R DL/+R/+RW CODEC FORMAT TRANSMISSION RATE MP3, WMA, AAC, AVI, MPEG FLAC compatibility USB storage device CODEC FORMAT SAMPLING FREQUENCY QUANTIZATION BIT RATE ID3 TAG 8 kHz to 48 kHz CBR (8 kbps to 320 kbps)/VBR ver.1.0/1.1/2.2/ 2.3/2.4 WMA compatibility • This product is not compatible with the following: Windows Media™ Audio 9.
Maximum resolution Maximum frame rate 720 × 576 30 fps .mp4 MPEG4, H.264 1 920 × 1 080 30 fps Compatible video codec Maximum resolution Maximum frame rate Maximum resolution Maximum frame rate H.264 1 920 × 1 080 30 fps Example of a hierarchy .mkv Compatible video codec 30 fps NOTE MPEG4, H.264, VC-1 1 920 × 1 080 30 fps This product assigns folder numbers. The user cannot assign folder numbers. Bluetooth .mov Compatible video codec Maximum resolution MPEG4, H.
technology standard used with MPEG-2 and MPEG-4. Several applications can be used to encode AAC files, but file formats and extensions differ depending on the application which is used to encode. This unit plays back AAC files encoded by iTunes. WebLink WebLink™ is a trademark of Abalta Technologies, Inc. Android Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
iPhone and Lightning iOS IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. iTunes iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Notice regarding video viewing Remember that use of this system for commercial or public viewing purposes may constitute an infringement on the author’s rights as protected by the Copyright Law. Notice regarding DVDVideo viewing This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
operating the touch panel functions. The LCD screen can scratch easily. Liquid crystal display (LCD) screen Maintaining the LCD screen • When removing dust from or cleaning the LCD screen, first turn this product off and then wipe the screen with a soft dry cloth. • When wiping the LCD screen, take care not to scratch the surface. Do not use harsh or abrasive chemical cleaners. LED (light-emitting diode) backlight A light emitting diode is used inside the display to illuminate the LCD screen.
Audio Maximum power output: 50 W × 4 Continuous power output: 22 W × 4 (50 Hz to 15 kHz, 5 %THD, 4 Ω LOAD, Both Channels Driven) Load impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowable) Preout output level (max): 2.0 V Equalizer (13-Band Graphic Equalizer): Frequency: 50 Hz/80 Hz/125 Hz/200 Hz/315 Hz/ 500 Hz/800 Hz/1.25 kHz/2 kHz/3.15 kHz/5 kHz/8 kHz/12.
Frequency band(s): 2.402 GHz to 2.48 GHz FM tuner Frequency range: 87.9 MHz to 107.
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