its easy

menu>backround>color

done. something like 64k in colors

edit: there are presets but if you done like it you can make your own and it has 3 memory banks

That feature is pretty sweet, actually if any of you guys haven't seen it in action yet then you should watch the video on youtube that shows it off a little... Just go to youtube and search for avic-d3, it should come up.

Also wanted to say that Crutchfield is listing the D3 again, which probably means the release is nearby. T, I hope you're right about next week!!!

Also wanted to say that Crutchfield is listing the D3 again, which probably means the release is nearby. T, I hope you're right about next week!!!

It might also mean that the 15% discount code has expired.

Interesting video on YouTube.

I did not see him mention anything about connection to another video unit, such as rear seat display - or in my case the rear mounted 42 LCD flat screen.

I know it has the jacks for it, and in talking with the CarToys guys, they are pretty sure it will work. It's one of the main reasons I am going with the D3.

I stopped there today and they are going to be selling it for 999.00

I'm reluctant to purchase sight unseen at this point as I still don't know how they will get around the emergency brake issue. I have heard that Pioneer may have defeated the false grounding, or switch method.

What do you guys think? Should I take the chance and pre-order? I would consider Chrutchfield, but I think with an install like this I would be better off with someone who has some experience.

This is where I want to see it play:

This is where the D3 will be installed:

The video screen above is the rear view and side cameras display unit

The onscreen GUI can be one of five different colors.

The buttons can be like 32000. You get eight from the factory and three you can preset by adjusting the red, green, and blue settings from the other choices. I have a screenshot from a training we were given but I am not sure they are real shots so I won't bother to post.

It also has anti-theft code system now. Something I didn't remember from that video

And certain movies you can just touch the buttons on screen rather than using the crosshairs like other Pioneer units

Different color options is sweet indeed.

And for the record, I'm not fighting with anyone, I simply stated what I had found out and then I end up with a PM about being nicer and shutting up from PaisanNYC, so yeah, that crap is done I hope.

Puddle Pirate, I would go with crutchfield since they have that nice 30 day "test drive" return policy. That gives you time to try to install and get around the brake issue, and I believe they will even pay for return shipping if you decide to send it back!

Oh, and it's cool to hear that dvd buttons in menus will work with the touchscreen in movies that support it.

Puddle, also checkout the other thread in this section about it being listed on crutchfield for a 15% discount code that you can use when buying 3 Pioneer items over $50.

I've added all the items to my cart, applied the discount, and printed it out. I plan on bringing it to a local Sound Advice and see if they'll price match it. Just a suggestion to save you a few bucks.

Gotta love pricematch... I think BestBuy will ban me pretty soon for using their policy so often.

haha STICKIN IT TO THE MAN!

Puddle Pirate,

It looks like you are working with alot of room.

For the back seat TV i think it would be easyer and not cost alot more to just do a dvd player in the rear and if your have it in the rear the passangers wont be messing with the D3 in the front.

Puddle Pirate,

 

It looks like you are working with allot of room.

 

For the back seat TV i think it would be easier and not cost allot more to just do a dvd player in the rear and if your have it in the rear the passengers wont be messing with the D3 in the front.

I considered that. However, all the satellite dish functions, home theater stereo speaker system and DVD functions for the flat screen run already through a switching unit up front and to the Magnadyne M9900DVDS system. This makes install much easier as everything is right there without having to reroute cables.

I already installed a DVD player for the bedroom flat screen TV. It is also hooked so that the satellite dish will work back there as well, but relied on the front DVD player

Puddle, also checkout the other thread in this section about it being listed on crutchfield for a 15% discount code that you can use when buying 3 Pioneer items over $50.

 

I've added all the items to my cart, applied the discount, and printed it out. I plan on bringing it to a local Sound Advice and see if they'll price match it. Just a suggestion to save you a few bucks.

Car Toys gave me a 10 percent discount as they have an installer agreement with the Ford dealer I bought my truck from. They agreed to give me the discount, even though it is the motor coach they will be installing on and not my truck - which was pretty good of them! Don't have the install cost yet, but, it should cost around what it cost on my Ranger with the D2. The installer did a very professional job and I watched him do the install of my D2 on the Ranger. Very knowledgeable guy!

Well i called pioneer and yes they are shipping them out!!!!!! so i would say by march 1st some stores will have them

Well i called pioneer and yes they are shipping them out!!!!!! so i would say by march 1st some stores will have them

isnt that what i said?

i hope they won't sell for 1100 bucks like some places...

Well i called pioneer and yes they are shipping them out!!!!!! so i would say by march 1st some stores will have them

 

isnt that what i said?

I beleive you did. On another note, my boss just ordered one for display at our store. Can't wait to play with it.

Well, It sounds like the D3 release to the public and availability is just around the corner! I can't wait myself... How about if we start a new thread when the first D3 gets into the hands of one of us here... we could post price paid, store bought, where, and stuff like that to help others with their purchase experience. Thoughts anyone?

Something tells me that's going to happen regardless.

sorry for going off topic but

I placed an order for the D-3 at abtelectronics.com for $930

However since my D-1 crapped out on me after a year, should I consider buying from crutchfield for $999 + $79 for the 3 year extended warranty? or would I be fine?

And me too, two days ago

 

isnt that what i said?

At $999, you may as well buy it from a local big box store and get their warranty. Then they have to cover the packaging, shipping, etc. if it breaks. If you buy it from crutchfield, you have to pack it up and get it to them. If a store installs it for you, they have to remove it and re-install it for warranty work. Nobody can really tell you if your D3 is going to be fine or not, its a crapshoot

sorry for going off topic but

I placed an order for the D-3 at abtelectronics.com for $930

However since my D-1 crapped out on me after a year, should I consider buying from crutchfield for $999 + $79 for the 3 year extended warranty? or would I be fine?

Local authorized retailer would work also.

Wasn't sure if they would offer him an extended warranty or not

Local authorized retailer would work also.

Very true, the few we have here do though, but they're through some shody 3rd party insurance company. "NOW Warranties" I think was the brand of the brochure they gave me...

I guess I'm a gambler, I've never purchased an extended warranty and luckily, haven't needed one yet... Probably because I don't keep stuff long enough.