Pioneer DMH-A240BT double din radio fitters review & install tips

[@nathanyeah6265]

Could not have found a better video on this, just bought the stereo and was going to install it in a Vauxhall 👌

[@Pheno_farms]

Did you have any luck mate really struggling with mine

[@nathanyeah6265]

@@Pheno_farms long story short I got it in and installed but it was a tight squeeze to get in and I had to buy a smaller fitting kit as pioneers was to big, the metal box was to large to fit in the car. Unfortunately had to replace it anyways as it needed an update and Halfords refused to perform it even though pioneer said that the provider of the stereo where the only ones who could do it.

[@Pheno_farms]

@@nathanyeah6265 did you plug the connections in and it work straight away because mine not turning on

[@nathanyeah6265]

@@Pheno_farms I had to get a “connect 2” interface to allow it to work

[@nathanyeah6265]

@@Pheno_farms kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqWmY5umr62Ela8 This video really help me set mine up

[@tatujaaska2566]

How do i get The sub connected and what kind of backgrounds can i download to it

[@franceschukwu3661]

Is it possible to install google map on the device?

[@MissionKid]

The subwoofer output only has one black connector my subwoofer comes with black and red wires I just plugged them into rear output white and red and the sub works perfectly it’s an active sub with an amp did I connect it wrong? Should I have connected the black to black sub output but where would the red wire go im slightly confused

[@PJsprojects]

You need a two in to one rca adapter cable, these are very cheap and easy to find. So one make to two female.

[@MissionKid]

@@PJsprojects thanks a lot mate just ordered it, is there any reason why it still works whilst connected to the rear outputs it actually works perfectly but I would rather connect it like it should be connected thanks for the help legend

[@PJsprojects]

@@MissionKid the single output lets you adjust the sub from the sub settings on the headunit. Although the rear outputs will work fine you don’t have separate sub level control.

[@MissionKid]

@@PJsprojects thank you going to install it properly when the rca adapter arrives and adjust it nicely through the head unit

[@dejmsbond]

Does it work on smart fortwo 451?

[@danielkirby89]

How do i turn on my steering controls? I have connected my connects2 into the steering wheel connector but my steering controls wont work. I was using a pioneer previously. Thanks

[@MichiCZ-wc7mu]

that is a question... :-/ same problem here...

[@markkukemppainen8218]

I order this.its new product.www.connects2.com/Product/ProductItem/CTPIONEERLEAD.2

[@iknowimcutee]

I hope somebody can answer this question 😞

[@jonathanquilter1414]

Is there a video of how to connect this to 2015 tucson?

[@enfield7123]

Is it possible to put a usb cable behind the unit to it can't be seen

[@jordanrakich9584]

I plugged all my ports in after unboxing yet it will not turn on, any ideas? Cheers

[@PJsprojects]

@@jordanrakich9584 One of three reasons why a radio fails to work. No switched power. No constant power. Poor Earth connection. Check all of the above👍🏻

[@worm9627]

Can you do a video putting this in a 2008 vw polo? Having a hard time understanding this im a rookie with cars

[@TheAmateursOriginalMusic]

So how do you fit the yellow wire to the handbrake, mine has a tiny plastic clamp on it 🤷‍♂️

[@TheAmateursOriginalMusic]

So I bought a DAB antenna but which socket in the back does it go in! The gold adaptor wont fit in any of them🤷‍♂️. Help!

[@PJsprojects]

The Pioneer 240bt is not DAB.

[@TheAmateursOriginalMusic]

@@PJsprojects so theres no way of attaching a dab to it!? Bummer!😩

[@larsk7708]

You cut the harness? and put color on color? What harness did you used or cut cable? Cheers

[@gideonhagedoorn2588]

Does it have Apple carplay?

[@Albion_21]

Hello, Thanks for the video. When I mirror my phone as soon as the handbrake is released (I dont know how the unit knows the handbrake is released) the mirror stops working. Is this correct?? Thanks

[@PJsprojects]

Connect the green parking brake cable to earth to get around what is classed as a safety feature.

[@Albion_21]

@@PJsprojects thank for the prompt reply!!

[@lougradelet2411]

Je n’arrive pas à cliquer sur Weblink comment fait on pour mettre notre écran de téléphone sur l’auto radio

[@aleksandartosic2663]

Greetings. Can the color of the button illumination be changed?

[@PJsprojects]

Not 100% sure, you would be best to check on the Pioneer web site for specs and features.

[@alexandervouzenthal8163]

I don't know much about these. But if I get a set of cameras for 360° view, does this device need to support 360° view in order for the whole thing to work out ? Great video

[@PJsprojects]

This will display whatever is plugged in to it.

[@Bootshearingcare]

Does this mirror Google Maps from your phone so you can use it as a Sat Nav?

[@Amanandhismotor]

Just had this fitted. Answer is 'No' if you have an android, 'Yes' if you iphone with a lightning HDMI adaptor. 👍

[@Rabasareisinki]

My one is working great exept for 1 thing and it is that it does not remember any of the radio channels or the time so basicly every time i start the car it has reset itself

[@spracing7369]

Switch the yellow and red cable in the back iso connector

[@Pheno_farms]

Plugged in all my connections any idea why wouldn’t be working mate

[@PJsprojects]

Not working is one of three things. 1. No main power (yellow cable) 2, no Switched power (red cable) 3. No earth (black cable)

[@denniS1991LOOP]

A reversing camera can be connected??

[@robd1012]

How did you connect it to earth? Did you splice the earth cable in the loom to the handbrake cable or simply attach it to a bit of metal within the car?

[@MichaelWilson-ym1dy]

Did you find out as im having trouble with this and my screen wont turn on at all now

[@robd1012]

@@MichaelWilson-ym1dy in the kit for the radio on most pioneer ones at least there is a little device on the earth cable or the handbrake cable that allows you to splice the two cables together easily, it’s a box shaped thing on either of those cables. If you put the one that doesn’t have the device on it into the device and then clamp it shut, it’s splices the two cables together with a little blade on the inside of it. If you don’t have one of those then you can just earth it to something metal on the car behind the radio but it should have one if it’s a pioneer kit.

[@youreds5446]

I fitted this to a Fiat Panda and its working great. I have just 1 problem. When I connect phone to mirror content I get a message in waze saying keyboard will not work whilst driving. Also if I click on other apps it says can't load app whilst driving. Any help or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

[@PJsprojects]

Connect the green parking brake wire to earth. Easy way is to splice it in to the Black wire.

[@boydz5572]

will this fit into a Kia Carens 2009 mate?

[@PJsprojects]

Depending on your county but this is an example of the required fitting kit www.ebay.co.uk/itm/404570083687?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=sd78ep6yrkk&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=tlERqNY3SHu&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@boydz5572]

Ok

[@boydz5572]

Can I not just buy a double din radio same size and it fits

[@PJsprojects]

@@boydz5572 Never seen one but you would be best to ask a retailer that.

[@marleymunnery7258]

I have this stereo and it keeps muting and unmuting is there any way I can fix it

[@PJsprojects]

Make sure the tel mute wire is not connected. Check your owners manual for details👍🏻

[@ld1065]

Great video 👍. Does it have any bad quality or weakness? Otherwise i'm buying it.

[@Papinak2]

Things I found: Multimedia player cannot skip folders Bluetooth audio has poor quality of SBC codec is used. Ok with AAC. It doesn't show whether phone is connected anywhere except for "phone" menu. Sluggish navigation in the contact list, no rapid contacts Poor microphone reception, no way to set gain. With power off, Bluetooth is disabled too. If it's connected to turn on with ignition, it turns on everytime, even if it's powered off with power button. Button backlight is very bright and without dimming option. Weblink app asks for connection every single time and that cannot be turned off (if you want to use the USB only for charging, for example) I don't recommend this device. Or anything from Pioneer. When I wrote them about these issues (some potentially dangerous, but solution would be possible with a simple firmware update), they just replied that it's all in specifications - even though I'm not alone who complained about some of these issues.

[@jonedgar5996]

@@Papinak2 with power off bluetooth is disabled? Surely that always happens on anything?

[@Papinak2]

@@jonedgar5996 my previous radio (also Pioneer, 8 years old) went into standby mode, which could have active Bluetooth. It fully turned off with ignition. It's weird that more modern device that costs twice as much cannot do this... Well, it sorta can, if you mute it and turn off the display, but that's not same

[@Papinak2]

So, I had a chance to get second hand MVH-A210BT - previous gen of this unit - and none of the issues I found on the A240 are not present there! It's pretty sad that Pioneer's quality declined like that..

[@Papinak2]

@@jonedgar5996 so, this issue is not present even on previous gen of this unit - it switches into standby mode and wakes up with call. Bluetooth even disconnects media when it's not selected as output - newer unit doesn't, so phone sounds are disabled, because it sends sound to the Bluetooth device.

[@edwin9301]

Why doesn’t the mounting frame fit i don’t understand?

[@neilwarren138]

Have you fitted this stereo to a Mercedes’ b class 2005-2011

[@O8SOL3TE]

So let's say you want the camera to activate when you put the car in reverse, do you still have to tick the "rear camera monitor" box every time?

[@ethanbarber1770]

If there is a reversing camera wire, you should be able to attach it to another wire that only turns on when engaged in reverse, so like the reversing light. I don't have one yet so I don't know what exactly it comes with or anything but you should be able to do that

[@jacktheobald9880]

Do you need to connect the microphone if your car already has them built in

[@PJsprojects]

Yes.

[@yugacrack66]

Is this compatible with a peugeot 308 of 2010 ?

[@Wheelabarraback]

What is the difference between rear monitor output and rear video camera ?

[@csh72]

rear monitor is for headrest screens, rear camera is for reversing camera

[@emmanueljozwiak7109]

Where can i buy the canbus Adapter i have Corsa d 2006

[@sophhs97x]

Would this fit a fiat punto pop 2013

[@PJsprojects]

Can’t see a fascia made for a double din radio so if your UK based ring your local Halfords or other car audio retailer and give them your reg so they can check the exact fitment👍🏻

[@rbgpro4]

Hi is it possible to install a external mic on this radio?

[@PJsprojects]

Yes it comes with one.

[@dk7492]

Do you think I'll need any adapters to fit to a Ford Fiesta MK 7?

[@Gwyn13]

How do I change the button color?

[@jpb2975]

Does the camera screen open when reverse gear is selected

[@PJsprojects]

Yes as long as you connect the trigger wire as explained in the instruction manual.

[@joshuapeake7351]

I’ve bought this a fitted it but it restarts every time I turn the car off

[@rosegold-beats]

You have memory loss because the wiring is wrong. You need to flip 2 cables in my case it was blue and red. Your radio needs power when the car is turned off

[@flppac]

Whats the difference between this and the 240DAB?

[@decybel3443]

240dab have a dab radio

[@ninobenjamin4067]

Hi if my car ready has steering wheel controls will it work on this radio? I'm replacing a japansese smart radio that is connected to my steering wheel...

[@tinaparry9487]

Will this fit in a 2008 Vauxhall Astra H

[@PJsprojects]

Yes.

[@cianmonaghan2183]

Hi, I have a mk6 golf and was wondering if it will fit okay or is there any adjustments needed. It is listed as compatible but not sure if that means straight in and no messing needed

[@notcurly2027]

I have a mk5 polo and I'm going to fit this to mines in a couple days, it looks like it should fit perfectly.

[@ruffiyan]

@@notcurly2027 i have a polo mk5 too, issue im having is there is power to the pioneer even after the car is turned off and key is taken out, i have matched all the wires up from the pioneer to the car wires, is there something i'm missing? when i turn the car fully off, the stereo stays on but when i turn the engine on, the stereo restarts..im confused to whats going on.

[@notcurly2027]

@@ruffiyan I fit mine and it was working perfectly. I ended up returning it since it wasn’t worth it tbh considering how much it costs and no new features. I bought a NONAME RCD330 instead which has been working perfectly past 2 years. Has both Android auto and Apple CarPlay and looks OEM. Sorry I couldn’t be of any help.

[@ruffiyan]

@@notcurly2027 did you hardwire the red wire to fuse by any chance?

[@notcurly2027]

@@ruffiyan it was so long ago that I can’t remember. Sorry

[@irinoiumaria6442]

How conect to the cables .....pins

[@vickysmith1460]

What is the connector for steering wheel controls? Does this not come in box?

[@weescone001]

Mine doesn’t want to download my phone contacts, and powers on automatically when I turn the ignition on unfortunately, for some reason 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@PJsprojects]

I’m guessing your phone is up to date so see if the Pioneer web site has a software update for the stereo.

[@prakaikaeosabai6216]

Hi, how can you save date and time in that?

[@a_Biscuit66]

I installed this unit into a Toyota Yaris Mk1 2000/2001 ref and I cannot get it to retain the settings. I tried crossing over the 12V switched (red) and the 12V permanent (yellow) but didn't help. And the permanent 12v is definitively coming in on the yellow so I can't for the life of me work out why it's not working, Does anyone have any ideas?

[@PJsprojects]

Take it back, could be faulty. All pioneer units have a one year warranty

[@tomfransedapius9963]

Apakah kabel rca bisa menggunakan 2 amplifer?

[@Mikeyfn2023]

Can't seem to the microphone working

[@immenseTie]

who can help? Pretty Plz from Australia! I have the MODEL. DMH-Z5350BT I want Shazzam on the unit so I can press one button and it lists the Song name and Artist to the phone via cable but by pressing the Car Stereo Shazzam Buttom. I am thinking about Voice activated Google to Macrodroid but the configuring is beyond me? Any Ideas and also Are there Android Car Stereos with Shazzam built in. I know Shazzam is now linked with Spotify but in this weird world I pay for Apple Music on Android system and Windows PC< the sound I like better. Cheers In Advance!!

[@neilfollett2326]

Can anyone recommend the correct cage for this stereo to fit a corsa D 2011 model? In the video he mentions using a different cage for Vauxhall but doesn't what cage unless I missed it. Thanks in advance

[@PJsprojects]

You need a 100mm high double din cage instead of the 115mm high one that comes with it. These are available from Halfords,EBay, Amazon or direct from the Connects2 web site.

[@neilfollett2326]

@@PJsprojects ahh ok thanks for prompt reply. I will assume I will then have the same issue regarding the black fascia surround plate to then? Any links you have for the cage, additional shinny black fascia AND lastly the steering wheel controls harness for me to buy will be much appreciated. To confirm its a corsa D 2011 double din space/apparture in the dash

[@PJsprojects]

@@neilfollett2326 The 100mm cage kit will come with a black plastic surround, just check with the retailer first.

[@leerichardson3752]

Do you have to use a pioneer camera or can it accept any "amazon" camera?

[@PJsprojects]

Normal rca input on the radio for the video signal so any should work OK as long as the plugs correct.

[@pirujasinc]

Hi, how many Phones paired can keep store in memory? In the older pioneer can keep 4

[@emrebabayigit9349]

Merhaba bu teybin direksiyon kodlaması için hangi teypten gizli menu nasıl açılıyor

[@ryanmillar1726]

Will it work in my Ford transit mk6 because I’ve just fucking bought one 😂😢

[@inyomanradiastra1136]

Wah bagus sekalia, tapi gak Isa diamabung utknusb bawaan xpander

[@yungbenis3685]

That's a good system, tbh.

[@ludovicocaldeira7008]

How do i install this on a smart 451, with no ACC key position?