With all this hype about the new software coming on the Z120BT and 920BT's. I decided to go ahead and get the Z110BT so I can get the software update when it comes out allowing me to save a little money. My car (08 Mustang GT) is currently at the shop and I'll be able to pick it up this afternoon after it is finished being installed. I'm very excited about getting this Pioneer as I've been eye'ing the Avics for about 2 years now and didn't pull the trigger on one (was looking at the 90BT, and 910BT previously. I've already got the Avic Feeds iphone app installed and ready to go woot! Can't wait for the Pandora plugin app.

Only thing that sucks is that I didn't get it as cheap as I would have liked to (in-store display model, not online) and they wouldn't do the bypass. I'll think about doing the bypass myself.

Murph

congrats on pulling the trigger..i just put my z110bt in and have barely begun to play with it..and i love it..its my 3rd avic

Yeah, I just wasn't ready to buy one until now because of the issues I read about, slow boot times 2 years ago, too expensive last year IMO, but now, with the option to buy the software upgrade, it was a good opportunity to get last years model.

The one question I had was this...Since I don't have the bypass done, will Voice controlled navigation still work while driving?

Yes, the voice functions work while in motion

Just bought my first pioneer unit and i'm going to install it myself on thursday. This will be my first aftermarket nav unit and really looking forward to all the features it offers over stock. Only thing I kinda wish it did have was text message displays like kenwood offers

YThe one question I had was this...Since I don't have the bypass done, will Voice controlled navigation still work while driving?

Yes.

Only thing I kinda wish it did have was text message displays like kenwood offers

Even then most phones don't support that feature so there are like five people with a Kenwood that are able to us the feature. Your not missing anything there.

Only thing I kinda wish it did have was text message displays like kenwood offers

 

Even then most phones don't support that feature so there are like five people with a Kenwood that are able to us the feature. Your not missing anything there.

strange that should come up, just got a questionairre from Pioneer UK and part of it was asking what features would you like to see,text message reading was an option, so they may be thinking of developing it

It wont matter if phone don't support it.

So i got my car back yesterday with it installed and it looks good, I guess it's going to take some time for me to get the settings and icons the way I want them. Bluetooth works great. They put the mic just over the rearview mirror hanging from the headliner (though it may have to move once I get my Homelink rearview mirror installed.

Does anyone know if there is a maximum size to the SD card that the unit will allow? I think I have a 4 gig SD card hiding somewhere that I can use. I couldn't find the answer in the book, and every time I try to call Pioneer, I can never actually talk to someone.

I also noticed that there didn't seem to be any firmware updates for this unit. I found that surprising. I guess there had not been really any issues/fixes that this unit needs, That is good IMO.

Thanks

Murph

Only thing I kinda wish it did have was text message displays like kenwood offers

 

Even then most phones don't support that feature so there are like five people with a Kenwood that are able to us the feature. Your not missing anything there.

Ah thanks for the heads up VBlue! funny I never ran across that fun fact after all the reviews i've seen on the unit

With all this hype about the new software coming on the Z120BT and 920BT's. I decided to go ahead and get the Z110BT so I can get the software update when it comes out allowing me to save a little money. My car (08 Mustang GT) is currently at the shop and I'll be able to pick it up this afternoon after it is finished being installed. I'm very excited about getting this Pioneer as I've been eye'ing the Avics for about 2 years now and didn't pull the trigger on one (was looking at the 90BT, and 910BT previously. I've already got the Avic Feeds iphone app installed and ready to go woot! Can't wait for the Pandora plugin app.

 

Only thing that sucks is that I didn't get it as cheap as I would have liked to (in-store display model, not online) and they wouldn't do the bypass. I'll think about doing the bypass myself.

Murph

Murph, where did you here about the Pandora plugin app?? I just purchased the Z110 as well but haven't installed it yet and one of my wish list items for it was the Pandora plugin. Do you know if you have to puchase the Z120 upgrade to get it?

Yes you will. The manual for the 920/120 are linked on the forum from a few months ago and both feature the Pandorda capability

Murph, where did you here about the Pandora plugin app?? I just purchased the Z110 as well but haven't installed it yet and one of my wish list items for it was the Pandora plugin. Do you know if you have to puchase the Z120 upgrade to get it?

Murph, good choice on your z110bt purchase. I am also eyeing this unit out and may get it as well soon. I think the unit will read a 32GB SDHC card.

Good to know. I took a 500 mile trip this past weekend and had a spare 4 gig sd card that seemed to work fine, so I think that will be fine for now. And yeah, the pandora plugin will be available with the z120 software upgrade.

Murph, good choice on your z110bt purchase. I am also eyeing this unit out and may get it as well soon. I think the unit will read a 32GB SDHC card.

Can anyone confirm this? I'm about to go buy a SD card and want to go as big as possible, but I'd hate to waste money on a card that the AVIC Z120 can't use.

Thanks yo.

Bump.

Can anyone confirm the largest size SD card the AVIC Z120 will accept? Brand recommendations?

Just go buy one at Walmart and if it doesn't work take it back.

Bump.

 

Can anyone confirm the largest size SD card the AVIC Z120 will accept? Brand recommendations?

if you can afford it, buy one with the highest "class" rating (2, 4, 6, 10). This is how data throughput on a SD card is rated. For example, you can't play back HD info on a lower class card, as it can't handle the video throughput. Class 6 should handle most video chores, and can also be used in many digital cameras for 720p HD video recording . . . protects the longevity of your investment.

I use a 32GB here. I believe classes just affect the write speed on the cards. If you're using it for an HD video cam, then yeah you need a fast one cuz of all the bits 720 or 1080 use up.

I use a 32GB here. I believe classes just affect the write speed on the cards. If you're using it for an HD video cam, then yeah you need a fast one cuz of all the bits 720 or 1080 use up.

that's right, but what i meant was if your spending the money anyways, get a card you can use in more than one environment

Keep in mind before purchasing - there is a well known issue with Bluetooth and Mic. If you use it for calls, it will likely not be a great connection - but if you use a plugged in mic to your cell, it does not matter... Streaming BT music is perfect.

Keep in mind before purchasing - there is a well known issue with Bluetooth and Mic. If you use it for calls, it will likely not be a great connection - but if you use a plugged in mic to your cell, it does not matter... Streaming BT music is perfect.

Yea... I found that out the hard way... I'm really pissed that I spent > $1K on a HU and can't use the Bluetooth for my phone.

Keep in mind before purchasing - there is a well known issue with Bluetooth and Mic. If you use it for calls, it will likely not be a great connection - but if you use a plugged in mic to your cell, it does not matter... Streaming BT music is perfect.

What's your phone? Mine's a Nokia 6133 - works fine - in a kinda noise Mazda 3

Keep in mind before purchasing - there is a well known issue with Bluetooth and Mic. If you use it for calls, it will likely not be a great connection - but if you use a plugged in mic to your cell, it does not matter... Streaming BT music is perfect.

 

What's your phone? Mine's a Nokia 6133 - works fine - in a kinda noise Mazda 3

I run an iPhone 4 with iOS 4.1.... My "gut" tells me it has a lot to do with Apple's implementation of the Bluetooth protocol, but I have a feeling it is a lot of how Pioneer has implemented it on the AVIC. Probably a combination of shitty coding by both vendors and microphone that isn't all that great.