Pioneer AVH-X390BS vs AVH-X490BS - Best for You!?

[@goose2090]

First of all, I just stumbled upon your channel this morning & have been learning quite a bit. Keep up the great work. Second, I just purchased the AVH-X491BHS & installed it myself. All in all, I enjoy the hell out of it, but it isn’t without some issues. One is that the remote is basically functionless for anything besides watching videos. Sure, it controls the volume & changes stations, but everything else has to be accessed onscreen. Not a major issue, but I regularly used the remote to control functions on my old DEH-X6800BS & could do so without taking my eyes off the road. Another qualm I have is that the info lines are gaudy & sloppy. It just seems that everything is thrown onscreen haphazardly & it seems a bit disorganized. Also, album art hardly shows while listening to SiriusXM. Whether or not that is on Pioneer or SXM, I’m not sure. Maybe it can be addressed with an update? My last fuss is streaming video from USB. I have been converting files to supported formats, threshold screen resolutions, & manageable frame rates, but I have had no luck yet. If you guys could enlighten me as to the proper procedures & parameters to make it work, I would sincerely appreciate it. Aside from those couple nags, I love the system overall. The Bluetooth phone calling is noticeably clearer to people I call, which is awesome because I do a lot of traveling in hellish traffic & my old stereo wasn’t quite up to snuff in that aspect. The sound clarity is excellent, especially when I tweaked the equalizer & adjusted the very specific settings, which is great for audiophiles like me, but isn’t necessary to get great sound. I’m still learning what all the bells & whistles do, with all the different apps & peripherals, & it is, without a doubt, an awesome upgrade.

[@MegaJohn144]

I'm looking at the AVH-X391BHS. I have never bought an auto stereo unit like this before, so this review was very helpful. I really appreciate your showing the back of the unit and all the ports that are available. This answered many of my questions.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Aweomse John! Let me know if you need help getting it! Here's our link for it: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/avh-x391bhs.html

[@aussielover29]

This video is by far the best video on this Radio... I will purchase because of this. Thanks man!!!

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Heck yea! Let me know if you need a coupon!

[@terikathomas4772]

Quality Mobile Video what coupon you got

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Discounted price

[@terikathomas4772]

Quality Mobile Video how do I get the coupon I am interested in buying this stereo .thank you

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Send me an email! [e-mail]

[@shawnabell9593]

Your video just saved me $100. Thank you! Hands down the best video on this head unit series.

[@goose2090]

I’m also pretty stoked to mirror my phone. It’s also got me curious to try it on my other devises. I’m about to check out your site & put in an order for the appropriate gear to make this possible.

[@mr.mopedmadness3441]

That's awesome 👌 Kavinsky nightcall, I have that on vinyl 😁

[@oudude27]

I just bought the AVH-X390BS. This thing is amazing.

[@grindgang4850]

Michael Zaragoza I just ordered one off of EBay with the back up camera hope it is worth it lol

[@playa220022]

Michael Zaragoza is it not worth spending the extra 70 dollars for the 490BS?

[@goose2090]

Jay Flowz I’m running the X491BHS & it has a slight lag with videos, but not near as bad as older systems, though. The sound quality is better, though.

[@Skerboysweet]

Does this have apple car Play? Because that’s big I wanna go on KZbin

[@oudude27]

@@Skerboysweet I'm not sure. I'll get back to you

[@drj459]

On the 490bs is the navigation app installed already? Or how do I set that up?

[@EdwinFairchild]

I was over it at "resistive touch screen" you can tell by the laggy scrolling

[@kylem3417]

It may just be me, but this guy is HILARIOUS

[@theejoeylee]

Stepping up the reviews i see. Good job

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Thanks bro!

[@eldavissalaices8496]

Can i play music from my Phone with the Bluetooth, in the AVH X490BS ???

[@jameswilson9966]

What else would I need to purchase with this unit in order to fit it in my 2006 Chrysler 300c. I also would like to install a back up camera. Thanks

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Dash kit options: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/99-6510.html www.qualitymobilevideo.com/99-6550b.html Wiring Harness: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/70-6514.html Antenna Adapter(radio tuner) www.qualitymobilevideo.com/40-cr10.html Retain Steering Wheel Controls www.qualitymobilevideo.com/aswc.html

[@shlomielkayam1545]

exept from the screen, they are the same size housing? hight&width and such...

[@jamesdorsey4498]

Whats the difference between Pioneer AVH-X390BS and pioneer avh-x2800bs?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

The 2800BS has been discontinued for a few years, the 390BS replaced it, basically identical radios

[@anthonyponce8723]

Can you change the color of the buttons on both? You show that you can on the large screen, but not on the small.

[@shelby3822]

Does everscroll work for people? I have avh-x391bhs and have yet to see it scroll. The limited real-estate of the metadata fields and sloppy scrollbar when browsing files could be greatly improved.

[@goose2090]

Shelby I had the same issue when I installed my x491BHS. After I installed the parking brake bypass, it started working for whatever reason. And I agree with you that the info lines are a bit chunky & sloppy. Hopefully Pioneer will come out with an update that will address that. Other than a few minor issues, I’m very satisfied with it so far.

[@ScotsSens]

It has a subwoofer on and off setting, but is there an actual subwoofer output control. Which allows you to turn the sub level up or down depending on what style of music you listen to ?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

This has sub level control.

[@banomacias1024]

You can control it in the speaker output.

[@jmaslin]

you should just send me one, you know.... for testing purposes..... and I'll report back with real time compliments or concerns LOL

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

LMAO yea ok

[@antoniotzul8807]

hi i buy one avhvx 490 bs online it is on the way for my toyota tundra with jbl stock and buy olso this PAC RP4.2-TY11 - Wiring Harness, Steering Wheel Control, Radio Replacement Module on amazon for the installation is these will work fine? .olso i see some videos tha says this car model has factory amp should i take it of during the istalation

[@kaxieditstm2608]

I have a question. 390BS has the screen pop up too or no? I mean is it the same as 490BS ? Through the software?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

The only difference between these stereo's is their displays. The 390BS has a 6.2" display which is completely fixed and not motorized, and the 490BS has a 7" motorized display with a disc slot behind its display.

[@quagmire5765]

Any update on the pioneer avh-x490BS any problems with it

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

No problems with it, but it has been discontinued. This is the model hat has replaced it: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/avh-600ex.html

[@twiseii260]

Hey QMV I still have the Pioneer AVH-P4300DVD receiver and it's Bluetooth ready, but I was wondering can I buy the Bluetooth plug in separately and if so how much does it cost?Because mine didn't come with one... it was an option.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

You'll need the CD-BTB200 which is $199.99. However, I believe it has been discontinued www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Portable/iPod-And-Bluetooth-Accessories/CD-BTB200

[@twiseii260]

Ok. I'll check it out later.

[@poloshorty80]

Quality Mobile Video ok thanks

[@dannylopez4196]

what are the dimensions of the X390? Thanks!! I was thinking of 6 1/2 X 4 ?? I am fabricating a console. Thanks! Danny

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Hey Danny! The 390BS's dimensions are 7"x3-7/8"x6-1/2" or 178mmx100mmx165mm Page 65 of the manual under specifications: www.pioneerelectronics.com/StaticFiles/Manuals/Car/AVH-X390BS_OwnersManual101216.pdf

[@theycallmekumar6116]

will the AVH-X490BS fit in my 2001 Honda acccord and doesn't it have apple car play ?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

It does not have Carplay, only Pioneer's NEX models have carplay. And it will fit with this dash kit for the installation: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-7895.html

[@duckgoose1963]

I have 490, can I watch movies that are on my iPhone. For iPod part only music works. Thanks

[@mikeb611]

It's the Swiss Army knife of Head units.

[@carolinastreettoyz5669]

I order the 490bs can't wait to put it in my Envoy

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Woo!

[@josephwestcott4992]

Can I use the maestro adapter with this to use my factory steering wheel controls?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

These radio's aren't compatible with iData link Maestro!

[@delroymurray6312]

Is the 490bs unit compatiable with a 2013 Volkswagen golf tsi ????

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yup! Just need one of these dash kits: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-9011b.html www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-9011.html www.qualitymobilevideo.com/99-9011.html

[@AnimeBaller22]

Hey Quality Mobile Video, have you guys heard of these android head units from a Chionese company called Joying? I wanted to know if you had an opinion about them.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Not until just now. I would be very skeptical about these companies, they're extremely cheap for a reason

[@Natedoc808]

Chinese double din units are typically sized wrong, they also are known to overheat in the enclosed area and have caught fire..... I mean, they’re made in China.

[@donalddehner880]

I am looking at the AVH-X390BS with TOM TOM navigation for replacement on RV. Anyone using one now and have pros & cons???

[@FiveJiggawatts]

Just ordered the 490 for my goddamn 99 Trans am. Can't wait to put this cocsucka in

[@myexperience9177]

Tim D Lol "cant wait to put this cocsucka in" hahahahahahahahahahahahah epic

[@DougHNuts-ee3vn]

Watch you fucking language boi.

[@Juvenisofficial]

If I plug my Ipod touch in will it display album artwork? and also where is the USB plug?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Hey Juvenis, which generation is your touch!

[@Juvenisofficial]

Quality Mobile Video it's a generation 3

[@jlebron6997]

I just got the 390 BS I'm not impressed with radio reception, also I listen to a lot of AM talk radio it won't even pick up stations, any suggestions?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Whats your car's make, model and year?

[@jlebron6997]

Quality Mobile Video it's a 2012 Camaro RS

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

What antenna adapter did you install? You may need one of these: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/40-eu20.html www.qualitymobilevideo.com/40-eu55.html

[@jlebron6997]

Quality Mobile Video I used the one that came with the pack rpk5 GM 4104 Camaro installation kit.

[@doughboyzwhatitdo9031]

Which better Avh 500ex or 390bs

[@coltstill3811]

Hey I just ordered the 490bs shown in the video for my 06 silverado with Bose speakers do I need a different wiring harness? ( I don't have steering wheel controls or onstar)

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Hey Colt, which specific Silverado do you have? 1500, 1500 HD, 2500 HD, 3500 HD, extended cab, etc?

[@coltstill3811]

Quality Mobile Video I have an 06 silverado 1500 crew cab with Bose speaker system

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

This is what you'll need Colt: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/gmos-04.html

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

And if you don't want to retain Bose then use this one: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/70-2054.html

[@coltstill3811]

Quality Mobile Video okay thanks so much !!!

[@ewoe21]

Can you use a GPS like Waze and listen to music at the same time? Thanks

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

You would have to mirror your phone through the AV inputs to use WAZE, and just like your phone normally you can listen to music and use the app at the same time. This is our mirroring tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWaTq4GgiL9rmac

[@ewoe21]

Quality Mobile Video Thanks!!

[@MyBlowncobra]

Damn good piece for the change...good job qmv

[@tarikchandler3369]

Does it come with the bracket or is it sold separately

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-6511.html

[@deematt6118]

Would any of those work with a 2006 Jeep Liberty?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yup! Both will, you just need this dash kit for the install : www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-6524b.html

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

And a harness. This will also retain your factory amplifier: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/70-6503.html#.WyvSjqdKguU

[@milavejar1691]

hi i have a tucson ix this radio x490bs has controls at the wheel ?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

You have to get this steering wheel control interface: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/aswc.html

[@tristand1243]

does the AVH-X491 have the tilt option too?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yup! That model has a 7" motorized display with tilt settings

[@tristand1243]

Quality Mobile Video Cool. Thnx! so what's the newer model between the X-490BS & X-491BHS? just curious.

[@Marcosx90]

what's the difference between the avh x4800bs and the avh x490bs?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Basically identical! The X4800BS is discontinued though so the X490BS replaced it

[@Marcosx90]

in your opinion should one buy the newer model x490bs or the discontinued x4800bs?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Get the new one, updated software: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/avh-x490bs.html

[@Marcosx90]

thanks! I saw x4800bs cost more than x490bs. didn't really know which one was better

[@cjanenem1]

Wow I'm impressed!

[@yomommajumprcables]

Just installed ok head unit but it will not work with usb hub

[@clarenceransom5205]

They rock!

[@shalahheadheadshalah7575]

THE Pioneer AVH-X490BS : i got this in a mercury mariner 2007 with back camera and a sweet subwoofer.....it made it 2018 fresh LMAO!..

[@MisionTerceraCanaria]

Shalah Head Head Shalah thinking about this for my boat

[@shalahheadheadshalah7575]

not yet a smartview phone radio on market yet so this model is best choice!!! and don't forget to go with a subwoofer too ;)

[@poloshorty80]

Can I get hi & lows from 6 1/2 & tweeters & a amp

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Tweeters are mostly designed for highs! Typically 2,000-20,000 Hz

[@MrWatsgoodwitu]

will this fit 06 durango?

[@xtantaudio1]

Did I see the Star Trek soundtrack on Pandora there ? Nice.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Lol

[@marcdalmeida7970]

Will this fit in a 2000 4Runner?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yup! Just need one of these dash kits for the install: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-8202.html www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-8210.html

[@tgghhh6907]

Will it fit in a wrangled jk?

[@memomemorias7863]

Does that have a backup camera

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Backup camera input yes. It doesn't come with a camera, purchase separately: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/car-video/car-cameras.html

[@marchofsaints]

Please do one on the Kenwood DDX416BT. :D

[@euphorikfay]

bs=bull shit to me lol.....good vid man

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

lol thanks

[@boxcarbro3043]

No hdmi? Or mirroring?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

no hdmi, mirror with RCAs

[@boxcarbro3043]

@@Qualitymobilevideo thanks. Its painfully clear I'm still learning.

[@Skerboysweet]

Does this have apple car play

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

No neither do

[@Skerboysweet]

@@Qualitymobilevideo oh that’s a deal breaker.. are there any AVH nexs with DVD that let you go on KZbin

[@TheBelu57]

Is it functioning waze with these models?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Nope, need a NEX model that does Apple Carplay/Android Auto

[@poloshorty80]

How much that runs I want to put one in mi truck

[@poloshorty80]

Quality Mobile Video ok Kool I'm going to redo the door speakers amp & subwoofer

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Nice! Let me know if you want to get your gear with us, I'm sure we could hook it up with a coupon or discount

[@oudude27]

I got mine installed yesterday for $378 after tax.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Damn dude where'd you buy it?

[@oudude27]

An independent place called Stereo Sound. I compared it to Amazon pricing and figured it was a good deal with that being the price with the antenna, kit, etc..

[@dgriffin6074]

I discovered a problem with this model: if you wish to use the Bluetooth feature with your phone, the USB connection is disabled. It appears to be one or the other; not both. If anyone has a fix for this, please post.

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

So you can't charge your phone while streaming bluetooth and connected via USB?

[@jasontruong1661]

Anh-x490bx can you spa300 ?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yea it'll work with the AVH-X490BS: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/avh-x490bs.html

[@jasontruong1661]

How to connect it

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Via the RCA AV inputs! Here's a demo for connecting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKvYlYx3hsiJmLM

[@TheApo91]

Can you use youtube on it?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

If you mirror your device to the radio then yes. Here's our video on how: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWaTq4GgiL9rmac

[@TheApo91]

Thank you very much :)

[@tarikchandler3369]

Can it fit on a dodge nitro????

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Year?

[@tarikchandler3369]

Quality Mobile Video 2011

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Looks like yes! All you'll need are these brackets: www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-6511.html

[@doughboyzwhatitdo9031]

Tarik Chandler what about. O5 Audi a6 quattro

[@ewoe21]

I think this is my next move.

[@ngaudio9143]

i use usb, and cd. cleaner and louder than bluetooth

[@dirtylarry4207]

In the whip with the homies lmao

[@Os1Garcia]

Bra!! How did your hair grow so fast?? I thought u had a haircut?

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

+Adam Tv lol 😂I shot this before my haircut and before the video from yesterday, just scheduled them differently

[@peppaboy9]

It's the same head unit as last year just a new model number avh-490 is the samething as avh-4800 nothing new all pioneer new head units are all the same the only new thing is a new model number

[@akuma4u]

from what ive gathered, the ONLY thing different or new about these decks versus last years decks is the name change.. thats it... nothing else is different,.. not even new backgrounds or themes , no new features,. NOTHING. What in the fuck???

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Pioneer man

[@Pangoner]

For the friends that you don’t have hahaha

[@Rosa-pr9xf]

😨😨😨😨

[@miigllle]

Hi

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yo

[@samohtsolacad229]

That's a bunch of BS!

[@trilldanni1702]

Will both fit a 2003 Silverado 1500??

[@Qualitymobilevideo]

Yup! These are the parts you need: Dash kit www.qualitymobilevideo.com/95-2001.html Wiring Harness www.qualitymobilevideo.com/70-2054.html