Pioneer Automobile

Features:

• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• Selectable subwoofer and hi-pass filter cutoff frequencies (50, 63, 80, 100, 125Hz) and slope (-12, -18dB/octave).
• 9-band graphic equalizer (50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1.7k, 3.15k, 6.3k, 12.5kHz) adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• CD-R/CD-RW compatible.
• Kana/Kanji title display for MDs and MP3-CDs

Variants: FH-P005MD has these features, which the FH-P003MD does not:

• CD-Player handles MPEG-1&2 Audio Layer 3.
• "ASL" (auto-sound-levelizer) detects and compensates for changes in external noise levels, adjusting volume and tone controls in response to the nature of the external noise (tunnel, rain, road surface changes).
• "Changeable color"
• BBE digital sound enhancement.
• Remote control included (available separately for FH-P003MD).

Links:

• Pioneer Press release (Japanese)
• Pioneer FH-P005MD page.
• Pioneer FH-P003MD page.
• AVWatch (Japan) page.

Specs: Amp: 50W x 4, SNR: 90dB, Dyn. Range: 90dB

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Features:

• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• 3-band parametric equalizer adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• Selectable subwoofer cutoff frequencies (50, 80, 125Hz), slope fixed at -18dB/octave.

Links:

• Pioneer Japan press release.
• Pioneer Japan page.
• AVWatch (Japan) page.
• M2-shop Japanese retailer's page.

Specs: Amp: 45Wx4

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Features:

• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• "ASL" (auto-sound-levelizer) detects and compensates for changes in external noise levels, adjusting volume and tone controls
• 9-band graphic equalizer (50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1.7k, 3.15k, 6.3k, 12.5kHz) adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• Selectable subwoofer cutoff frequencies (50, 63, 80, 100, 125Hz) and slope (-12, -18dB/octave).
• Unit appears quite similar to MEH-P005 but has DSP instead of MEH-P005's "SFE" (Sound Focus Enhancer).

Links:

• Pioneer Japan press release.
• Pioneer Japan page.
• AVWatch (Japan) page.

Specs: Amp: 50Wx4

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Features:

• Auto-EQ sets equalization by measuring cabin acoustics with test signal and built-in microphone.
• "ASL" (auto-sound-levelizer) detects and compensates for changes in external noise levels, adjusting volume and tone controls in response to the nature of the external noise (tunnel, rain, road surface changes).
• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• "Time-alignment" feature uses digital delay line to compensate for driver position, ensuring that wave fronts from each speaker reach driver in synchrony.
• 9-band graphic equalizer (50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1.7k, 3.15k, 6.3k, 12.5kHz) adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• Can be configured to output high/mid/low frequency ranges for external tri-amplified system. High and low settings for the band-pass filters can be set separately for each band (high/mid/low). Low-Mid: 31.5, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 160, 200Hz (-6, -12, -18dB/oct). Mid-High: 1.6k, 2k, 2.5k, 3.1k, 4k, 5k, 6.3k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k, 16k (-6, -12dB/oct).
• Graphic display front panel can display one of 4 repeating "adventure" video clips of 5 seconds duration (certain to entertain all who have spent less than 5 minutes in your vehicle).
• Separately available Display customizing PC-Link kit (CD-PC1 - ¥15,000) allows user to download videos into unit's flash memory.

Links:

• Pioneer press release.
• Pioneer Japan page.
• AVWatch Japan page.

Specs: Amp: 50Wx4

Reviews:

Features:

• Auto-EQ sets equalization by measuring cabin acoustics with test signal and built-in microphone.
• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• "ASL" (auto-sound-levelizer) detects and compensates for changes in external noise levels, adjusting volume and tone controls in response to the nature of the external noise (tunnel, rain, road surface changes).
• "Time-alignment" feature uses digital delay line to compensate for driver position, ensuring that wave fronts from each speaker reach driver in synchrony.
• 3-band parametric equalizer adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• Selectable subwoofer cutoff frequencies (50, 80, 125Hz), slope fixed at -18dB/octave.
• Graphic display front panel can display one of 2 repeating "adventure" video clips of 5 seconds duration (certain to entertain all who have spent less than 5 minutes in your vehicle).

Links:

• Pioneer press release.
• Pioneer Japan page.
• AVWatch Japan page.

Specs: Amp: 50Wx4, 70Wx1 (for subwoofer). SNR > 90dB, Dyn. Range > 90dB, FM: 76.1-89.9MHz

Reviews:

Features:

• "MD-auto gain control" adjusts track volumes so that large differences do not occur between tracks.
• 3-band parametric equalizer adjustable from -12dB to +12dB.
• Selectable subwoofer cutoff frequencies (50, 80, 125Hz), slope fixed at -18dB/octave.

Links:

• Pioneer Japan page.

Specs: Amp: 50Wx4 + 70Wx1 (subwoofer) SNR > 94dB, Dyn. Range > 92dB, FM: 76.1-89.9MHz

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Features: EEQ (Easy Equalizer) with 6 modes (5 factory + 1 user), 3-Band Parametric Equalizer within EEQ, Selectable Loudness Control, Electronic Audio Controls (Vol/Bal/Fader), Selectable FIE (Front Image Enhancer), SLA (Source Level Adjuster), Cellular Mute. MiniDisc: 18-bit DAC (Digital Analogue Converter), Track Scan / Manual Search, Random Play, Repeat, Title Display with Scroll Function, Pause. Multiplay CD Control: Repeat Play, CD Pause, Track Scan, Random Play (Disc / Magazine), CD Text Display with Title Scroll, ITS (Instant Track Selection), Disc Title Memory with List function, Digital Compression selection on MCD. SuperTuner: Supertuner III Quartz-PLL tuner, Automatic Seek (Up / Down), 24-station 6 preset buttons, 18 FM and 6 AM presets, BSM (Best Stations Memory), Built-in PNS (Pulse Noise Suppressor), Selectable Local / DX, Selectable Local Seek Sensitivity, 9kHz / 10kHz switching. Other Features: DFS (Detachable Face Security), DFS Carry Case included, Multicolour LCD Display, with LED backlight, Source TV Control, Voice Control Capability via CD-VC65, Detachable Face Reminder Beep, Operation Beep Tone, Clock, System / auto antenna relay control, Front or rear mounting options, Toyota/Nissan factory mounting holes.

Links: Pioneer's official Australian page for the MEH-P5150.

Specs: 45 Watts x 4 high power output.

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User Manual: MEH-P5150

Features: (text in italics indicate new features over the MEH-P5150 model) Pop-up Rotary Volume Control, EEQ (Easy Equalizer) with 6 modes (5 factory + 1 user), Direct Subwoofer Drive from Rear Spk Out, 2-Way Crossover (HPF/LPF) within EEQ, 3-Band Parametric Equalizer within EEQ, Selectable Loudness Control, Electronic Audio Controls (Vol/Bal/Fader), Selectable FIE (Front Image Enhancer), Spectrum Analyzer, SLA (Source Level Adjuster), "Hi-Volt" 4V Preout Levels, Cellular Mute. MiniDisc: 18-bit DAC (Digital Analogue Converter), Track Scan / Manual Search, Random Play, Repeat, Title Display with Scroll Function, Pause. Multiplay CD Control: Repeat Play, CD Pause, Track Scan, Random Play (Disc / Magazine), CD Text Display with Title Scroll, ITS (Instant Track Selection), Disc Title Memory with List function, Digital Compression selection on MCD. SuperTuner: Supertuner III Quartz-PLL tuner, Control for DAB outboard tuner (Digital Audio Broadcasting), Automatic Seek (Up / Down), 24-station 6 preset buttons, 18 FM and 6 AM presets, BSM (Best Stations Memory), Built-in PNS (Pulse Noise Suppressor), Selectable Local / DX, Selectable Local Seek Sensitivity, 9kHz / 10kHz switching. Other Features: OEL (Organic ElectroLuminescent) 128 x 33 Pixel Display 15-step Brightness Control Multi-key IR Remote Control Flap-type DFS (Detachable Face Security) DFS Carry Case included DFS Alarm Source TV Control Voice Control Capability via CD-VC65 Detachable Face Reminder Beep Operation Beep Tone Clock System / auto antenna relay control Front or rear mounting options Toyota/Nissan factory mounting holes

Links: Pioneer's official Australian page for the MEH-P7150.

Specs: 45 Watts x 4 high power output.

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User Manual: MEH-P7150

Features: Multi-CD control / CD ready, Source CD Control, Source TV Control, DAB Tuner Control, External Unit control via IP-Bus x 2, Pop-up Rotary Volume, Standard remote control, OEL (Organic EL) multi-colour display, Illumination : Dual Button, Ultra-slim removable front panel with warning beep, Hands-free ready, Cellular telephone audio muting, Voice Control with optional CD-VC60/65, ISO Connector, Low Pass Filter (LPF) / High Pass Filter (HPF), 3 Band Parametric Equaliser, 2Mode Custom Preset Equaliser, Source Equalisation Memory, Selectable Loudness, Sound Focus Equaliser. Tuner: Hi-speed RDS with PTY, News Interrupt, Radio Text, ARC 5, BSA, High speed PLL tuner, PNS (Pulse Noise Suppressor), Number of presets : 24, BSM. Mini-Disc: 20-bit D/A converter, Random / Scan / Repeat, Sure Track System, MDLP with ATRAC3 (Minidisc Long Play, Up to 320 Mins). Audio: Bass Treble Meter, EEQ+, Direct Sub Drive, ASL (Automatic Sound Leveliser), Source Level Adjuster, Fader, AUX-IN via optional CD-RB20, High voltage output.

Links: Pioneer's official page for the MEH-P7300R.

Specs: 4 x 50W maximum power output. FM frequency range of 87.5-108MHz. Usable sensitivity (dBf/µV, 75 ohms) : 9/0.8, S/N ratio (dB) : 70, Frequency response (Hz) : 30-15,000, Stereo separation (dB) : 40.

Reviews:

Features: MDLP compatible. New "organic EL" display allows a greater viewing angle, reacts 1000 times faster than traditional LCDs, and does not require backlighting. Full-motion 3D graphics in display. Equalizer has five presets (Bass, Powerful, Natural, Vocal, and Flat) as well as custom settings. ASL system automatically limits volume of audio to prevent distortion. Combinable with the Pioneer CDS-P555 in-dash CD player to create a 2DIN unit.

Links: Pioneer's official Japanese page for the MEH-P777. T's MiniDisc Comparison Tables list specs on the MEH-P777.

Specs: 50W x 4.

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Features: Add-on unit for existing Pioneer headunits with IP-bus (has no controls on the unit itself), 4Mbit anti-skip buffer, 15-band spectrum analyser, multicolor display, IP-Bus passthrough to allow CD changers to be connected.

Links: Pioneer USA's page for the unit.

Specs: ATRAC 24-Bit Processing with 20-Bit DAC.

Reviews:

Features: Dot matrix OEL multi colour display, Digital automatic sound leveller, high-speed RDS/EON tuner with RadioText, DAB tuner control (optional addon), IP-Bus for connection to other Pioneer equipment, EEQ system with 5 preset modes, 3-band parametric equaliser, motorised removeable front face, cellphone mute, steering wheel remote controller.

Links: Edworthys UK has a page selling the unit.

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User Manual: MEH-P7100R

Features: Couples to Pioneer head unit. 1-bit D/A Converter, Random / Scan / Repeat, Sure Track System, IP Bus input/ouput, SLDC (SeamLess Disc Change), Direct Disc Slot-in, Flexible angle installation.

Links: Pioneer Europe's page for the unit.

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Features: Full dot matrix OEL multi colour display, built in DSP with 13-band graphic equaliser, 10 second anti-shock memory, Digital automatic sound leveller, high-speed RDS/EON tuner, DAB tuner control (optional addon), IP-Bus for connection to other Pioneer equipment, EEQ system with 3 loudness modes, motorised removeable front face, cellphone mute, steering wheel remote controller.

Links: Edworthys UK has a page selling the unit.

Specs: MOSFET amplifier producing 4x40W maximum power (4x27W RMS).

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Features: 10 second anti-shock memory, multicolor display with dual button illumination, high-speed RDS/EON tuner with RadioText, IP-Bus for connection to other Pioneer equipment, EEQ system with 5 preset modes, motorised removeable front face, cellphone mute, digital clock, optional steering wheel remote controller.

Links: Edworthys UK has a page selling the unit.

Specs: Maximum power 4x45W.

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Features: Supertuner® III^TM with RDS (Radio Data System), 24-Station/6-Button (18FM/6AM) Presets, BSM (Best Stations Memory), IP(Interactive Pioneer)-Bus System Control [6, 12, & 50+1 Multi-CD Players, Component Single-CD or -MD Players, Voice Commander (CD-VC50 & CD-VC60), TV Tuner (GEX-P7000TV) ], 10-Character Display for Disc Title Memory, CD Text (MCD) & MD Title (with Scroll), Disc List, Hi-Volt RCA Preouts (x3 pair) (Front/Rear + Subwoofer) (4V), EEQ Performance Chip [13-Band Graphic Equalizer (by DSP), Easy EQ (EEQ) switches 5 Factory, 1 User EQ Presets, (Super Bass, Powerful, Natural, Vocal, Flat, Custom), Source Custom EQ Memory, Selectable Loudness Control (Low/Mid/High/Off)], Built-In DSP [3-Mode Digital Sound Field Control (SFC) (Studio, Club, Live), Auto-EQ - Automatic Frequency Response Calibration System (1 curve, microphone included), Listening Position Selector (4 Mode: Front Left/Front Right/Front/All), Octaver Bass Enhancement (2 modes), Digital Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) with Built-In mic (5-mode)], AUTO-Flap Motorized Face, Detachable Face Security^TM, DFS^TM Alarm, Wireless Full-Function Smart Remote Control (with Mounting Base), New Multicolor Organic EL Display [Full Motion Animated 3D Graphics, High Resolution Display (256 x 52 pixels), Super Bright (60 candela) with Wide Viewing Angle (170 degrees)], Spectrum Analyzer, Cellular/Navigation Mute (Cellular Mute Requires Optional CD-CM1)

Links: Pioneer USA's page for this unit.

Specs: ATRAC 24-Bit Processing with 20-Bit DAC, Two-Way Crossover (HPF & LPF) [Front/Rear HPF (50/80/125Hz, -12dB/Oct.), Sub-Out LPF (50/80/125Hz, -18dB/Oct.), Sub-Out Level (-12dB to +12dB) and Phase Control], 4V outputs.

Reviews:

Features: In dash AM/FM/MD unit. Optional steering wheel remote and voice controller(!) available. Multi-CD control for system expansion, CD disk title memory/search, 'Easy EQ' - preset EQ's for popular car acoustics, 3-band programmable EQ works independantly for each source, Multi-MD control, IP bus for external unit control, Remote control ready, Removable front panel. Tuner: High-speed PLL ARC-5 'Intelligent' tuner, RDS/EON (news interrupt). MD-Player: Title scroll, track scan/repeat, random play, pause. Tuner: Hi-speed RDS with EON & PTY, News Interrupt, ARC 5, BSA, High speed PLL tuner, PNS (Pulse Noise Suppressor), Number of presets : 24, BSM, Mini-Disc: 20-bit D/A converter, Sure Track System, MD Title Scroll, Track Scan/Repeat, Random Play, MD Pause, Audio: Easy EQ (EEQ), Front Image Enhancer : 3-mode, Loudness : 3-mode, Source Level Adjuster, Fader, RCA preout : Dual, General: Multi-CD control / CD ready, CD Server control, Multi-MD Control, External Unit control via IP-Bus, Remote control ready, Illumination : Multi-colour display with dual button illumination, Ultra-slim removable front panel with warning beep, RFP (Removable Front Panel) alert, Cellular telephone audio muting, Optional Steering Wheel Remote: CD-SR70, Optional Voice Controller: CD-VC50

Links: Pioneer Europe's MEH-P5000R page. Pioneer USA's MEH-P5000 page. A flyer for Pioneer's MEH-P500R car MD unit.front back.

Specs: Specifications: FM: Frequency range (MHz) : 87.5 - 108 Usable sensitivity (dBf/uV, 75 ohms) : 11/1.0 S/N ratio (dB) : 70 Frequency response (Hz) : 30-15,000 Stereo separation (dB) : 40 MW: Frequency range (kHz) : 531 - 1,602 Usable sensitivity (uV) : 18 LW: Frequency range (kHz) : 153 - 281 Usable sensitivity (uV) : 30 Mini Disc Player: Frequency response 20 - 20,000 (Hz) S/N ratio (dB/1 kHz) 84 Dynamic range (dB/1 kHz) 93 General: Max. power output (EIAJ) : 4 x 40 W Continuous output power (DIN45324, +B=14,4V) : 4 x 25 W RCA preout voltage (mV/ohms) : 500/1k

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