Pioneer MVH-330DAB, MVH-130DAB - Digital Media Receiver Quick Start Guide (2024)

Before You Start

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

This unit

1. Microphone (Only for MVH-330DAB) 3 m
2. DAB antenna input
   To receive DAB signals, connect a DAB antenna (CA-AN-DAB.001) (sold separately) to the unit.
3. Power cord input
4. Rear output
5. Microphone input (Only for MVH-330DAB)
6. Antenna input
7. Fuse (10 A)
8. Wired remote input
   Hard-wired remote control adapter can be connected (sold separately).

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
    White/black: Front left
    Gray: Front right
    Gray/black: Front right
    Green: Rear left
    Green/black: Rear left
    Violet: Rear right
    Violet/black: Rear right
13. ISO connector
    In some vehicles, the ISO connector may be divided into two. In this case, be sure to connect to both connectors.

NOTE
When using a subwoofer of 2 Ω, be sure to connect the subwoofer to the violet and violet/black leads of this unit. Do not connect anything to the green and green/black leads.

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
5. Rear speaker

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. Line up the holes on the mounting bracket with the holes on the sides of the unit to attach the bracket.
   
   
2. Screw in one screw on each side to hold the unit in place.
   
   1. Tapping screw (5 mm × 9 mm, not supplied with product)
   2. Mounting bracket
   3. Dashboard or console

Using the included bracket
Check to make sure that the included bracket matches your particular model of vehicle and then attach it to the unit as shown below.

1. Screw
2. Bracket

Removing the unit (installed with the supplied mounting sleeve)

2. 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.
3. Insert the supplied extraction keys into both sides of the unit until they click into place.
4. Pull the unit out of the dashboard.
   

Installing the microphone

(Only for MVH-330DAB)

• The microphone should be placed directly in front of the driver at a suitable distance to pick up their voice clearly.
• Be sure to turn off (ACC OFF) the product before connecting the microphone.

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.

Mounting on the sun visor

1. Fit the microphone into the microphone clip.
   
   
2. Mount the microphone clip to the sun visor.
   Lowering the sun visor reduces the voice recognition rate.
   
   1. Microphone clip
   2. Clamps
      Use separately sold clamps to secure the lead where necessary inside the vehicle.

To install on the steering column

1. Fit the microphone into the Microphone Base.
   
   1. Microphone
   2. Microphone base with double-sided tape
2. Install the microphone on the rear side of the steering column.
   
   1. Microphone Base
   2. Clamps
      Use separately sold clamps to secure the lead where necessary inside the vehicle.
3. Keeping it away from the steering wheel.

Basic operation

MVH-330DAB

MVH-130DAB

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

3. Turn the M.C. dial to select the options, then press to confirm.

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/DISP OFF repeatedly. Press and hold DISP/DISP OFF to turn off the display information and key illumination.
Return to the previous display/list	Press BAND/DIMMER .
Return to the normal display from the menu	Press and hold BAND/DIMMER .

Setup operation

When you turn the ignition switch to ON after installation, [SETUP:YES] appears in the display.

1. Press the M.C. dial.
2. 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.