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Installed this head end receiver into the dash of a 2003 Jaguar x-Type. I used the Metra 99-9501G Single or Double DIN Installation Dash Kit for a almost perfect fit. The Pioneer unit is a little too deep and I had to use a tile nipper to "bite" off the plastic duct work and replace with some standard duct tape. The AVH-2330NEX has a small fan housing on the rear of the receiver that required the minor modification in the duct work on the Jag.
For integrating the steering wheel controls, I used the Metra Axxess ASWC-1 Universal Steering Wheel Control Interface. It was an easy install and worked with a simple programming sequence to match up the car and new radio.
The Pioneer receiver includes a USB extension, but I wanted a cleaner finish and installed a USB Mount Cable,VIMVIP USB 3.0 & 3.5mm AUX Car Flush Mount Waterproof 6.5 Feet Extension. This was installed in the center console like you might find on newer cars. It connected to the USB and the AUX in for the receiver, giving easy access to both from the center console
The backup camera used was a eRapta ERT3. This camera has visible LED lights when on.
Using a Meta wiring adapter, I was able to prebuild the receiver so when it came to installing, it was simply a matter of hooking up the connectors into the receiver and remounting the AC and entertainment center. Everything work properly and tested well. I use Android Auto and IHeartradio, Gmaps, pandora, and google assistant (OK Google) and they all work very well.
Setup is straight forward, except the backup camera is disabled by default. The Pioneer has the option of using guidelines rather than using those builtin the camera, so make sure you can disable the ones on the camera. The Pioneer guidelines could be adjusted and after parking the car in front of a lined parking space to back into, I was able to adjust them for the best guidance. Another note on the backup camera, the 149 degree angle seems to be the best compromise. I was able to clearly see behind the car and was still able to see traffic approaching from the side when backing out of parking. This traffic would not have been visible to the driver without the camera.
Things I would do differently:
1. Purchase a backup camera without visible light and wire it so it turns on with the key. The "violet" wire for reverse sending on the receiver would be the only connection to the backup lights. This way, the backup camera would be available when selected and not in reverse.
Pros: Too many to go through - just a few key highlights below:
Really added 2 decades of improvement to this vehicle designed in the late 1990's
Makes use of Google voice commands (OK Google) for navigation, media control, and phone calls.
With your smart phone, no need for added expense or separate turn by turn navigation. Maps are always up to date and traffic is automatic.
Android apps that are Android auto compatible just work!
AM/FM receiver is great and it has a DVD/CD player as well. You could hook this up to separate screen(s) for the back seats.
Can play music from USB memory stick.
Cons:
The interior on the Jag is creme and may be contributing to the issue, but the Pioneer receiver gets washed out with glare at times with the sun in the right position. I have tried adding screen protectors/glare guards, but they only slightly improve the issue. During the day, the screen can sometimes wash out. Some kind of glare hood might help.
Bottom line is I have 2 ea Jag X type (one with a manual transmission and one with an auto). After installing this in the first one, I installed one in the other. The backup camera alone was worth it for me.
| Item Weight | 5.01 pounds |
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| Package Dimensions | 16.4 x 11.2 x 5.5 inches |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Display Size | 7 Inches |
| Memory Card Slot | DVD |
