Tyler.Hoffarth

I should also note that, like what are the differences also for the main interface itself? (eg. can you change background on z140bh, etc). I am looking into finding these answers, but your guys'opinions and knowledge is greatly appreciated

Hey guys,

Well it's definitely been a long time since I've been on here, but now is the time that I myself may be upgrading, but this question more or less is for my girlfriends sake, as she is planning to (about time) join this community.

She is in love with the AppRadio 2 functionality of the Pioneer SPH series, and when I was doing some looking into the Avic Z140BH, I saw that it also has AppRadio - But not AppRadio 2. So here are some quick questions, hopefully you guys can help out:

1. What is the difference between AppRadio and AppRadio 2? 

2. Which models of the Z series can support the AppRadio functionality? Which support AppRadio 2? 

3. What are the primary differences to be noted between the Z series (ones that support AppRadio), and the SPH series? (Besides GPS, DVD/CD functionality)

4. What is the difference between the AppRadio and Advanced App Mode? (Does the Z series support android?)

Essentially, here is what she fell in love with (While browsing YouTube and such):

- Ability to change background images (with jalibreak/full control)

- The 'cool' looking interface - She liked the overall look of the SPH ones greatly, but she would be in App mode for the most part anyways

- Ability to change colors and interface settings

Hopefully you guys kind of get what I am asking here. She said she would be fine with an SPH series, but I figure, if a Z series like mine (but newer) can do all that the SPH series can, plus the CD/DVD and built-in GPS capability, then why not? If you guys have any advice, suggestions, or just general input of your own personal preferences, all is greatly appreciated. I too am hoping to upgrade to a newer series from the Z110BT shortly, if I don't just do a software upgrade

Greatly appreciated to anyone who helps out here!

Any other suggestions? I have double checked all wiring, and everything is exactly as it should be. The screen on startup simply says that the system has detected an improper connection to the parking brake.

Any help is appreciated.

As in OP, I have checked all the connections, and they are all as should be. I have done everything connection-wise I can at this point

I bypassed my Z110BT a few years ago now (About 2), and it worked perfectly for a great long time. Recently, I haven't been able to get it to work anymore. I had my car parked for the winter, and the battery was removed. Upon re-installing the battery and other components, and starting the car up, the bypass no longer works. When I start the car / unit up, it displays a message stating that "The System has detected an improper connection to the Parking Brake" or something along that line, and continues to tell me that I should check my connections.

I am wondering why this would be - I have double checked all of my connections and they are all as they have always been. The wires / pins are making proper connection at the bypass point, yet this problem persists.

Any assistance with this is greatly appreciated.

- Tyler

Hi Everyone,

Although I have owned my Z110 for a few years now, I have only been "Surfing" this forum since - Figured its about time I get involved a bit. Anyways, as said, I own a AVIC Z110BT, installed in a 2004 Mazda RX8. Im currently residing in Saskatchewan, Canada, but come August I am moving out to Vancouver, BC to further my career in the Gaming Industry as a Designer.

I look forward to learning and contributing to the community as much as I can

- Tyler