AppRadio 3 (SPH-DA210) + iPhone 5s

[imapwnu]

Hi guys, 

Just got in my AppRadio 3, I am long due for an upgrade... it's going to be replacing my ancient AVIC F900BT which I got from DIAFTIA from this forum a few years back (bought his car).

 

I have a few questions, mainly to do with installation, if you guys can help me out:

 

1) Can I use the existing wiring harness and just "plug and play" in place of my AVIC? I'm asuming no, but thought it wouldn't hurt to ask.

 

2) Can I use the built-in USB cable that's already on the AR3 + an HDMI cable->Apple Digital AV adapter->iPhone to connect my setup?

 

Or do I have to buy the specific Pioneer wiring kit CD-IH202 - http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Car/Accessories/Smartphone-and-iPod-Cables/CD-IH202?

 

3) I will be using MicroBypass, I heard this affects FW updates and that you have to have your iPhone connected and the AppRadio app open to be able to update firmware via the built-in USB cable using a USB stick. Again, meaning I have to use that CD-IH202 kit to connect my iPhone in the process. Is that right?

 

Thanks in advance!

[VBLUE42]

1. No.

 

2. Yes. You don't need Pioneer's kit.