Pioneer DMH-Z5350BT Full Review + Walkthrough.

Full review + walkthrough on the all new Pioneer DMH-Z5350BT!
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[@Reflection_Wave]

I just updated this unit on my Toyota 86 sound out put much better than original head unit. Screen size perfectly sit in the original base.

[@akuma12356]

7:35 you said chop the orange dimmer wire off because do not need it. That is incorrect. Without the orange wire head unit might dim day and night based on light sensor. But that's it. The orange wire is for when dashboard/headlight is turned on at night. So then head unit will dim itself as well. And when using google maps, turning on headlights will auto change maps to night mode. So everyone do NOT chop off that orange wire. Test it with dashboard/headlights on to see behaviour as explained above. Then decide if want it. I personally wired the orange wire.

[@WalrusRiderEntertainment]

Looking to see if you can change the reversing camera image. Also show how it does 2 cameras at once.

[@DavetheRaveDinkum]

Thanks bro, I picked one up today, looks like I made a good choice 👌

[@jonagreyphoto]

Thinking of picking one up this week. How’s the Apple car play connectivity? Everything working good so far man? 👍

[@DavetheRaveDinkum]

@@jonagreyphoto pretty happy with it, it has a few glitches with android auto use but Im positive its an android auto issue not related to the head unit. Sorry not sure about the apple tho. Its definitely a good buy 👌

[@jonagreyphoto]

@@DavetheRaveDinkum cheers for the info, legend!

[@vroom-4297]

This verse the Alpine ILX-W650E, what's the comparison? Where do they both shine/ struggle and why do you believe the Alpine is better?

[@TheFittingBay]

Alpine unit paired with the amplifier made for it is hard to beat for sound quality. If you’re not gonna get the amp then I’d go with this unit as it has more features

[@carlbillingham2670]

Thanks mate, great review, I fitted mine on the weekend and this has helped a lot to get it set up 👍

[@jasanvaseer]

How you connected reverse signal for camera

[@jaydeeC09]

Is the Android auto via USb? Or can this be done through bluetooth/wirelessly

[@TheFittingBay]

Wired only

[@WASTER.666]

Funnily enough I just bought this unit yesterday! I'm interested to know how to mirror on this

[@TheFittingBay]

Awesome! We installed one today :). What phone are you using?

[@markhill4366]

How do you like it

[@baileyandersen5449]

I’m interested to know how to mirror

[@SkIslam-xm7ey]

@@baileyandersen5449 me too got one just now 😂

[@jayetansey1628]

Hi interested in how to mirror please

[@Dpix1990]

"This quarantine shit is nearly over" famous last words...

[@TheFittingBay]

4 MONTHS AGO!

[@jenn6879]

I just had this exact unit connected yesterday. But just can't get the carplay to work.. Its really frustrating!!

[@Siuto78]

Note that the unit does not support wireless carplay so you should make sure you connect the phone to the unit with a lightning cable. Same goes for Android Auto.

[@andresbarra9343]

Either the cable you had doesn't support usb info or they didn't plug the break wire right, can you tell how you did? I have similar problem

[@deborahgunn5098]

We got this unit installed and was wondering how to mirror our iPhone seeing as though we have no access to the back of the unit.

[@TheFittingBay]

We have a product coming very soon :)

[@wadebristow6060]

Hi mate great video I’d also like to know how to screen mirror. I’m also wondering if this would pair with a blue tooth battery monitor to keep an eye on battery charge thanks

[@FryTube087]

Can you use the second video in for a second camera?

[@michellerae4589]

First of all..great video. Very thorough. How can you connect this unit wirelessly…it seems a bit of a pain to plug your phone in all the time. Is there anything you can buy?

[@Str4ngerr]

I'm in Australia, I have 3 main issues with this unit on a 3rd gen RAV4: - Steering wheel controls: When stopped I set it up "With adapter" and works flawlessly until I turn the vehicle off, then I need to remap it. Every freaking time, so I only do it on long trips, which bothers me cause 90% of the time the steering wheel controls are useless (only volume down works OOB). I didn't install the unit so I ignore which kind of adapter it has, I was hoping there's some way to just remember the settings. - Reverse camera: it's fast, even when booting up, but half of the time it doesn't work, nothing shows up on the screen. - Interface is customizable but it's all over the place, there's no cohesion between screens, it looks like a cheap knockoff brand, I wish there was a way to edit them even more or upload a different firmware that improves on the interface. Otherwise is a really good unit, is not sluggish as the competitors price point.

[@shannonperry283]

Hey mate, interested in screen mirroring on our New DMH-Z5350BT for my wife’s car and if it’s also possible on my AVH-Z2250BT in my car. Cheers!

[@TheFittingBay]

Will have a video on how to do this up very soon!

[@shannonperry283]

Any update on this video?

[@huk3920]

@@TheFittingBay Love your videos. Buying this one and yes mirroring video please.

[@crazycat5558]

You made no comment on connect or showing navigation. You did say google maps but not show working. Split screens,

[@dell1566]

Await how to video for mirror link with android with this...yay 👍 gee good luck over there with everything NZs thinking of you all...

[@TheFittingBay]

Del L Coming soon my friend. This lock down is just getting crazier by the day!! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@sebasmonto123]

Hi mate, I really enjoy all your videos, keep up the good work, I have ordered this unit along with all the Aerpro bits to install it myself in my Honda CRV-2010, I also got a free reverse camera with it, it hasn’t arrived yet but I was wondering once I replace the head unit will I loose the factory reverse sensors?, they don’t have any video they just beep, if so, is there any way to keep them?. Thank you very much, you rock!

[@TheFittingBay]

You won’t lose the OEM sensors! Thank you for watching 😊

[@chrischahine63]

does the apple car play not work through bluetooth?

[@TheFittingBay]

Sure does not :(

[@mrheldify]

Great video mate. I have a Lexus Lx470 2000. Aeropro don’t have any parts for it? Any info you can provide would be great

[@TheFittingBay]

Marcus Held try stinger Australia otherwise it’ll need to be custom

[@bobbymambo6412]

I just got this piooner from giveaway. Thx God

[@TheiTwitch]

Have you done a video on how to screen mirror with this yet? Very keen to see if it can be done without having to buy some other gadgets.

[@TheFittingBay]

TheiTwitch We do need extra parts for it to work and no video isn’t complete yet we’ve been in lockdown for the last 8 weeks got 2 more to go :(

[@TheiTwitch]

@@TheFittingBay Easy as man, appreciate the reply and the work you do! I had a think about it, would a HDMI to RCA follow by a Lightning Digital AV Adapter for iphone work? Considering its going to be hooked to the phone, and passed through HDAMI to RCA? :)

[@TheFittingBay]

TheiTwitch exactly :) you’ll need a conversion box too so it’ll go > lightning to HDMI > HDMI To composite converter > plug into radio RCA input

[@civicek9typer]

Do you have a link where to buy the box?

[@haydencooper_]

Could someone please tell me does this unit support park assist for a 2012 VW Jetta. So the diagram of the car showing the front and back sensor lines?

[@TheFittingBay]

Only if there is an information adapter online when ordering parts for install. You can check www.aerpro.com

[@haydencooper_]

@@TheFittingBay thankyou 🙂👍🏼

[@MrFrosty888]

I just got this today can’t wait. Is the a way to charge the phone while connected to the CarPlay. Is there USB splitter cable. Doesn’t this unit charge the phone when the head unit is on ?

[@TheFittingBay]

The USB supplied will charge your phone :)

[@MrFrosty888]

@@TheFittingBay mad cheers mate can’t wait to fit this to the car along side a mono d class amp can’t wait sv6 wagons going to be pumping.

[@MarstaJNZ]

Hi im stuck between this or the ilx-w650e. What would u choose?

[@TheFittingBay]

If you’re not getting the Alpine amplifier that goes with the unit. Get this.

[@ChrisJones-ol7ll]

Thanks for the video, can you please tell me how can I mirror my iPhone to this unit? Thanks

[@renierdebeer6425]

Epic video but so confusing have the new models lost the customisation of the home screen ?

[@visuallyaware]

Hi Nathan, can you share how long it takes for this unit to start up? For example, when I start the car and select R (reverse), how long to wait for the unit to boot before it displays the rear camera view?

[@TheFittingBay]

Hey man. Camera will come on almost instantly regardless of start up time. And start up time is about 20 secs

[@danielschoenmaker501]

Thx mate. Installed mine yesterday!!!

[@jakeblundell4747]

Just bought this today. Very helpful video

[@nickieelias9917]

How does this compare to z5250bt?

[@TheFittingBay]

Nickie elias way better

[@ryry8997]

the box promotes the resolution as 1080 fullHD, but looking at the specs inthe manual show the resolution as 2400x480?

[@TheFittingBay]

I think that is the screen size 2400x480 and it promotes 1080p resolution playback so you could watch a 1080p res movie through USB for example :)

[@TheAlpineWolf]

Hi, Do you think that this unit will fit in a 2012 Jeep Wrangler? I know there's kits out there for fitment but just after your opinion!!

[@TheFittingBay]

Yep and it’ll look great!

[@LightItUp01]

Nice video what’s the best way to get steering wheel controls to work can’t find any information about what’s needed will be on a 2011 navara

[@TheFittingBay]

Brant Wooster Press and hold home button so the unit turns off. Then press once more so it turns on in “off” mode then you can access the controls :)

[@tarradcallahan4571]

Hi mate. I am having a problem trying to get the Spotify in dash to work via bluetooth for my samsung s9 phone. It is working via bluetooth audio (which I cannot control my spotify library, playlist when i select a song and stuff) . Can somebody assist me on this please. “No device connected. When safe, connect device and reattempt connection”

[@TheFittingBay]

Android auto across the board are currently experiencing issues. Delete android auto app from phone. Reset phone. Start again :)

[@tarradcallahan4571]

@@TheFittingBay thank you for that. It's working now 🙏🏿

[@Siuto78]

@@tarradcallahan4571 Hi, I have the same problem with my Galaxy S20. What exactly did you have to do to get Spotify working via Bluetooth? Did you have to reset your phone or reinstall Android Auto? Thanks.

[@MrSmythie23]

Hi the Bluetooth pairs but after turning car off it doesn't reconnect and Bluetooth settings don't work. Car unit remembers the phone just won't connect unless I plug in cord?

[@BleachKid264890]

Are the Bluetooth and Spotify logos at the bottom right removeable? I do like the clean and sleek design of this headunit but I think the logos at the bottom take that away.

[@TheFittingBay]

You can change the around to other things but you cannot get rid of them completely. You can also change widget page to be a bar at the bottom with less widgets and just pick a couple that you like 😊 instead of 6 I think it’s 3-4

[@BleachKid264890]

The Fitting Bay Thanks for your reply! I should’ve been more specific and that was my mistake. I’m talking about the two white sticker logos at the bottom right of the bezel.

[@Siuto78]

@@BleachKid264890 Yes, the logos are just a sticker. It can be removed. I used to have a different unit with the same sticker and I didn't remove it at first and after a year (under the sun) the sticker started to disintegrate into white powder so it's a good idea to remove it.

[@BleachKid264890]

@@Siuto78 Ah that's good to know, thanks!

[@Doom6.0]

What is the top of the line model number of this Pioneer system?

[@TheFittingBay]

AVH-Z9200DAB

[@kvasp8012]

Hi did you test for the phone call and watch VDO via Bluetooth, I heard that the previous model is very delayed.

[@TheFittingBay]

Vasupol Panhoon bluetooth is delayed? Or

[@kvasp8012]

The Fitting Bay voice delayed when watching youtube via Bluetooth

[@andrewdunn777]

Can you please just explain to me how mirroring works with this head unit? I am doing the install next week and would greatly appreciate it. What cords do I need, where do I input them into the head unit etc. Thanks heaps!

[@TheFittingBay]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmW4g5Kvf52lh7M :)

[@mattles]

Great review. Cheers. When making hands free / CarPlay phone calls - does it use your iPhone mic or does it use a built in mic or do you need to buy the add on mic?

[@jorlgee5315]

Hi, I would love to know which you'd rather the Alpine ILX-W650E or the Pioneer DMH-Z5350BT. Great video btw !

[@TheFittingBay]

Probably the pioneer just for features but either choice is a great one.

[@yoshimitsu411]

I'm in the market for a new head unit and I like the Kenwood DMX5020S, the Alpine ILX650, Sony AX5000 and the Pioneer in this video. I'm very confused. Should I get the Pioneer or the Kenwood? I need to be able to use the existing steering wheel controls, a reverse camera and Android auto. Thanks for any suggestions.

[@TheFittingBay]

Kenwood or alpine :) pioneer dropped the ball lately we’ve had 2 units with terrible FM reception due to the receiver

[@MrFrosty888]

So it’s in my car is there a feature that allows to watch vids or Kayo as example. Love the channel dude keep up the good work

[@huk3920]

I've had this installed 2 days ago. I can hear a fan noise is this normal?

[@TheFittingBay]

Hu K Yep

[@pkyd]

hi mate if you had to choose between the JVC-M745DBT vs Kenwood 8020s or the Pioneer in the video which would you recommend please.

[@TheFittingBay]

Daven Prusuthman Hmm this or the Kenwood. Probably the Kenwood for the sound equaliser

[@pkyd]

@@TheFittingBay thanks for the advice !! After much thought I went with this unit and it has made such a difference to the sound coming from stock .. thanks for this review helped with my purchase decision

[@pkyd]

@@TheFittingBay also the capacitive screen over the resistive !!!

[@pammacintyre1267]

Hi! What a informative video! Just wondering if this would fit in a 2007 Mazda 6?

[@TheFittingBay]

Pam MacIntyre yep it sure will! You’ll need some accessories from www.aerpro.com

[@braydenwallbridge5595]

How difficult is it to install it yourself and do you think it'd work with a 2014 corolla?

[@TheFittingBay]

Very easy to install :) and it would work great in that car!

[@matthewhiggins8413]

hi will this fit in my 2011 px ford ranger also when you are using android auto with cable does it charge your phone at same time.

[@TheFittingBay]

Yes and yes

[@rawiriedmonds9106]

How well will this fit with the jeep commander? Spose it will need alot of different adaptors to run the sensors, factory amp, steering wheel controls etc?

[@TheFittingBay]

Most likely yes and it will fit

[@dalefincke3612]

Hi. Just got this installed. Worked very well. Anyone got any ideas why the audio is now half greyed out and not accessible to change - all we can access is the Mute Level button in the audio settings!!! HELP!!

[@Awesomedude360]

Hello nice video I’m just wondering if this pioneer head unit will work with a 2013 Volkswagen polo

[@TheFittingBay]

Yep

[@colbruckner9190]

2 years on and would you still buy this model? Did it stand the test of time? It seems that i can still buy this model (2023) and I am thinking it looks like a good setup for the price?

[@Str4ngerr]

Yes, still faster than what Sony has to offer at the same price point

[@80sobsessed]

Hi we installed this over weekend in a series 1 VE Commodore Calais, we also installed aerpro unit for full upgrade.. have a slight problem.. steering control doesn't stay programmed once ignition is off. Any help is appreciated - do love the dmh-z5350bt so far

[@TheFittingBay]

Does the unit remember other settings like radio settings and time ?

[@80sobsessed]

@@TheFittingBay hi yes unit remembers radio settings etc i have to turn source off and then select steering control then I press "with adapter" as that seems to be only way at moment to have steering controls before i start driving - I do that every time I have to drive only takes 30 secs but is annoying. Aerpro kit is fp9450bk. Any help much appreciated

[@TheFittingBay]

80sobsessed not normal. I’d start with unplugging the main harness between the car and aerpro harness. This will reset everything on the aerpro side. Also check all the pins in all of the plugs just to be 1000% even tho highly unlikely to be a pin issue. If problem still occurs I’d take it back as it should be replaced (Facia) also check the patch lead “settings” are correct. So the right wires have been chopped on the patch lead (if universal) if pioneer specific don’t worry.

[@80sobsessed]

@@TheFittingBay ok thank you will try this and let you know how we go

[@lloyde73]

This will work for the 360 camera in np300 navara 2018 model?

[@TheFittingBay]

famila johns Hey mate! No unfortunately there isn’t an option available to retain the 360 camera. We have an integration module for CarPlay. It will allow Apple CarPlay to work with the factory screen. Jump on www.aesonline.com.au and submit contact form if you’re interested in that

[@adamkarnib1370]

Hi Nathan I really would like to know how to mirror the phone. Like for nrl season

[@TheFittingBay]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmW4g5Kvf52lh7M

[@mymistymountainhop]

Can you change the background on this with you own photos? Does anybody know of one that does?

[@TheFittingBay]

You can change the background but not the splash screen.

[@macca2885]

Mine will not let me adjust widgets no matter what i do?? Any ideas. Do i need to connect handbrake wire so it thinks im not driving so it then lets me adjust?

[@takeomarcio]

Hello... it´s works in Toyota without interfce in wired steering whell??? tks

[@TheFittingBay]

That’s correct ;) works fine

[@rebekahmackay267]

We've just had this one installed. Been told we can use video or KZbin. How do we install apps to use on this head unit?

[@marknikoloski1268]

whats the best double din unit for a 2003 nissan skyline v35 2 door coupe?

[@mauriziocr]

Grettings from Costa Rica! Great video. Thx :)

[@oztoob]

Im tossing up between this unit and the Kenwood 5020S. Any thoughts. Going in 1 Mitsubishi Triton. Thx. Cant find much info on the Kenwood model.

[@manolettereyes2385]

hey mate how sensitive are the buttons? I don't have steering wheel controls on my car and was wondering if having no physical buttons will make it hard and annoying to use.

[@manolettereyes2385]

Im in between getting the DMH-Z6350BT or the XAV-AX5000

[@TheFittingBay]

@@manolettereyes2385 The buttons are pretty good :)

[@tylerdominick5662]

Hi I am just wondering if you have done the screen mirroring yet? About to install into my 2015 n70 hilux

[@TheFittingBay]

Not yet. I've wanted to do this for a long time but as you might know Melbourne has been in lockdown since March and doesn't look like its letting up anytime soon :( ill try to have it up this year 😂 but i need to get to the shop legally.

[@davetaylor8646]

Hi, great vids. I just bought this yesterday and installed it last night into my i30, using Aerpro ISO harness APP064 and APP8P108. Do I need to do anymore wiring for unit to work, ie, hand brake power, or will the above listed harnesses take care of everything? I also installed a reverse camera, spiving into the power and earthe for the reversing lights, when I select reverse, with the head unit automaticcaly swith to reverse camera mode? Cheers Dave

[@TheFittingBay]

Hey mate! Yep those two harnesses will cover you. Though if the car has steering wheel controls they won’t work as you need the module. Also sold by aerpro. The light green handbrake wire can go directly to the black wire (ground) and for the camera. There purple / white stripe wire also needs 12v signal from reverse light. Then settings > camera > rear view camera on. In the head unit. That should be you set up good to go :)

[@Penske_Logistics_Roseburg-Ore]

I just bought the DMH-2660-NEX and I love it, but the only thing is that it takes about 15 seconds to boot up and I hate that., Unlike the other radios I had that were near the same as this one, is that this Unit I have takes too long to boot up. I hope there is a Firmware fix for it.

[@Breezy_96]

How do I get Bixby/Google voice and phone calls to work through my speakers, not from my phone? It worked once and then it stopped.

[@JustaCuriousity]

Hi, clock isnt displayed on my A5450BT, do you have any idea why? Thanks

[@MattQrillz]

I recently bought a VE with this headunit in it. The previous owner filled the device memory nd didnt tell me how to remove them. The bluetooth button is unlit and wont let me do anything. Any ideas what to do?

[@favoriteplayer3206]

How do you brake bypass without wiring it.

[@TheFittingBay]

You don’t - needs to be wired to ground

[@lukesanderson7281]

Is a usb cable ran from the back of the unit to users phone for android auto?, or is it just done via Bluetooth?

[@keithhaley1976]

How to control all 4 speakers?? Only rear speakers are working

[@titanx04]

@ The Fitting Bay, thanks for review, what would you recommend for 2007 Mazda 3, daughter wants updated stereo. Will need fitting kit I guess. You’re right fines ridiculous but that’s how it is, stupid part now is P platers any class can no longer even connect phone via blue tooth for anything, whether music, gps a d so on. But happy for her to have it. What loom would I need.

[@TheFittingBay]

This or the alpine ILXW650e and jump on www.aerpro.com for a list of parts

[@titanx04]

@@TheFittingBay thanks for reply, I’ve decided on Sony ax3000, I’ve been told that it has the built in steering controls and do not need extra cable, is this correct. I’ve looked at aeropro sites and was confused what’s needed. Any help appreciated.

[@axed1929]

Apologies if this has been asked, but what needs to happen to have both a reverse camera with reversing sensors?? Thank you bud

[@TheFittingBay]

Phil Waters Rear Sensor’s work independent from the camera and head unit. Unless you buy the pioneer parking sensors kit for optical display but they don’t work on this unit. So you can use any decent parking sensors kit for audible sound and a reverse camera to plug into the rcam rca on head unit :)

[@gabloammar]

Hi there! I’m from Pakistan and wanted to ask if I could seamlessly fit this into my Honda civic 2020. The one we get from the factory doesn’t have CarPlay and I’d really like that.

[@vikramdendi4256]

Hi I am just looking for reverce cam and GPS ,which one would you suggest plz

[@TheFittingBay]

Vikram Dendi Parkmate reverse cam GPS? From phone or onboard

[@michaelrahme5125]

Hey mate, I installed this head unit in my car but everytime I turn the car off it re sets itself and I have to re do my settings everytime, how can I stop this?

[@dannygonzales2528]

I’m a Samsun galaxy type of guy, does it work great with my phone. I don’t use Spotify or iPod. I’m a Pandora SiriusXm type of guy. Does it work with those apps and will it allow me to display those apps on the radio screen itself. Thx great video

[@TheFittingBay]

Yeah man it will work with the apps approved by android you can see the list on google. I’m a Spotify type of guy and in Aus we don’t have pandora but I’m sure it’ll work for the pandora type of guys 👍🏽🤩

[@guizmo870]

Hello, I want to know what do I need to connect this unit to my Mazda Cx5 2014 steering wheel controls, do I need an adapter? I’ve been told that DMH series are not compatible with any steering wheel interface harness

[@colinsimpson8124]

Do you have fitting instructions of installing this in a 2014 ford rranger px1 thanks

[@TheFittingBay]

Not yet

[@LiamJoyceBMX]

Hey mate, would you go with this head unit or the Alpine ilx-w650?

[@TheFittingBay]

Liam Joyce I’m an Alpine fan man but it’s a hard choice. I’d say pioneer has a better sound equaliser and more options like video input ect but I would still go Alpine personally

[@baileywhanau]

Just a small FYI: "ATT" stands for 'Attenuate'. Nice video :)

[@dannyconstable4219]

Can I play a music video through my phone and it will show up on the screen

[@TheFittingBay]

Only with mirroring

[@kateelphinstone9738]

Will it fit in a double din slot ?

[@TheFittingBay]

Yep you’ll need a Facia kit to suit the car

[@reubtube2463]

Hi my Bluetooth memory is full+ I can't find anything on this model about how to delete them?

[@s4060]

Hi, first off thanks for you channel. Very helpful!! ...and yeah, lockdown sucks! Although you guys did it harder than us in Qld. I am looking at this head unit to replace my Pajero exceed HU. It has 12 speakers (inc sub and amp). I’m told by a friend I will need a MITO-02 and axxess adaptors. Will this unit suit? Will the adaptors work?

[@TheFittingBay]

Thanks! Jump on www.aerpro.com and put the car details in and it'll show what you need :)

[@Somethingaboutsomething21]

G'Day, Recently come across this video Im tossing up between the Pioneer 6350 or the Kenwood ddv9020, any preference at all, Mainly because of the screen res and the physical buttons on the kenwood. But not sure Thankyou

[@TheFittingBay]

Hmm kenwood is always a solid choice with heaps of good features :)

[@jaiski3]

Can you do a video for the DMH-Z6350BT please

[@TheFittingBay]

Jai Frances Yep will do! Melbourne is currently in lockdown hopefully in a couple of weeks we’re back to normal so I can do a review at the shop

[@jaiski3]

The Fitting Bay Yeah I get that, I’m in Sydney but I have family in Melbourne and I can’t believe how full on it still is in Melbourne, I really hope things start to turn around for Melb soon

[@adambutchart]

@@TheFittingBay Hey mate - any luck with the video on the DMH-Z6350BT? I am considering upgrading from my Alpine iLX-650E and am looking at this.

[@sailingcamel1020]

Gday, curious how these systems go in an old Landcruiser (2002) around Broome. Its hot, humid, dusty & rough where I'll be going. However I'd like wireless connections, gps, camera, good mic. Any do's & don'ts to look out for? Regards

[@TheFittingBay]

Hey mate! I would go for an Alpine unit as they have longer warranty periods. Units are little more expensive but if the unit will be exposed to harsh conditions it’s better to pay more and have a warranty. 2002 LC very easy install :)

[@sailingcamel1020]

@@TheFittingBay Great, thankyou. I may have opened a can of worms though it may be helpful to others. I'm now thinking the gps is most important for my situation which is more to do with the phone . There's stereos with additional GPS receivers though they are advertised to compliment Car Play etc. Do you know if those GPS receivers can improver the use of the HEMA app or Goggle maps via a phone. Or would you be better off purchasing HEMA HX1 ? Also as I drive a single cab ute I've not much room speakers & I should be concentrating on the running gear firstly..however can you recommend something suitable. May find room for a sub under or behind a seat.. I think 4inch factory speakers are in the dash plus the doors. Regards, Bob.

[@TheFittingBay]

@@sailingcamel1020 Hi mate! The external hema unit isn’t bad but if you go to alpine au website and look at HEMA units. They have units with GPS / CarPlay and HEMA all built in :) 4” speakers will need to be replaced for decent sound

[@dinorui]

dear bro.: 1. what system do you think this device has? android or wince? 2. was it possible to insert an external device that converts the cable link into a wireless link so that I don't need to hook my mobile phone every time with this pioneer dmh device?

[@TheFittingBay]

dinorui Hi mate! 1) neither 2) no. Pioneer use there own OS. And wireless dongles don’t work with aftermarket radios. Currently testing that and no luck.

[@dinorui]

The Fitting Bay . thanks for your swift feedback. wish prosperous business. good luck. 👍

[@goofyjackjack8725]

Is there a certain wire needed for apple carplay

[@johnp6261]

Awesome review thank you!! Can you confirm whether you can upload the customizable background image via Bluetooth or do we need the USB cable to do this? Is there only one USB cable for Apple Car Play or are there two to play videos etc off an external device as well? TIa

[@TheFittingBay]

Photos via USB :) one USB and it does everything (CarPlay videos etc)

[@vKriptik]

Hey mate. A couple questions. Can you listen to music while on Waze and will my reverse camera still work ?

[@TheFittingBay]

Yes and yes

[@kiwited123]

I has this head unit fitted a few days ago. It remembers saved radio stations, but, every time I get in the car and turn it on it wants to know language then country! How can I save the language country bit so that it starts up ready to go! Great review, I learned a lot and will return to it frequently

[@TheFittingBay]

kiwiTed Kiwited That doesn’t seem right. Possible battery wire not connected. Some head units will continued to remember radio stations even when batt wire is disconnected. Has it been fixed yet?

[@hollynewton1132]

Do you know if something like this would be suitable for a 2006 BMW 320i e90?

[@TheFittingBay]

yep absolutely!

[@sparepartstv7968]

Can i play smartphone movie to that or just the save movies from a usb device?

[@MrShortStuff]

I'm tossing up between this and the Pioneer AVH-Z5200DAB. There's about $120 difference? What do you think buddy? It's going into my Ralliart Lancer Sportback 2010 replacing my MMCS

[@avrok]

I'm in a very similar situation, can't decide on what to put into my 09 Lancer Sportback

[@MrShortStuff]

@@avrok I end up putting in the pioneer DMH 5350BT as I don't use DAB radio anyways. I should have bought a facia kit as I have decent gaps either side due to the Rockford facia.

[@TheFittingBay]

Hey guys. Good choice on the unit. Go onto aerpro.com and you can find the bits you need for your car!

[@TheFittingBay]

Avro This or the Alpine ILX-W650E

[@shanebuckland]

@@TheFittingBay Trying to decide between this and the Alpine ILX-W650E also. The Alpine has slightly more screen real estate but the Pioneer seems to have better quality resolution and graphics? Also more customisable. I'm leaning towards the Pioneer but if you had to pick one which would it be?

[@monubalot4910]

From India ... I lov pioneer stereo