Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX 2-DIN 6.8'' Multimedia Digital Media Receiver with Amazon Alexa, Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth®, HD Radio™, and SiriusXM-Ready™
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What's Inside?
- • Touchscreen monitor
- • Chassis body (10A fuse)
- • Wiring harness
- • AV/Preout harness
- •(2) Mounting brackets
- • Remote control (CXE5116)
- • CR2025 3V lithium battery (installed in remote)
- • 58" USB extension cable
- • Microphone w/ visor-bracket (attached 13' cable terminated by a right-angled 2.5mm connector)
- • (6) Pan-head ISO screws (M5 x 6mm)
- • (6) Counter-sunk ISO screws (M5 x 6mm)
- • (8) Pan-head screws (M4 x 5mm)
- • Installation Manual
- • Quick Start Guide
- • Warranty Sheet
- • Owner's Manual
Why Choose Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX Apple CarPlay Receiver?
Impressive Range of Capabilities
A mid-tier multimedia receiver with a wide range of features to enhance your driving experience, the Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX is designed to improve your car's audio and video capabilities. With its sleek design, intuitive interface, and impressive range of capabilities, this receiver has features that car enthusiasts love.
Stream Music Wirelessly
The Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX is compatible with WebLink, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This means you can easily connect your iPhone or Android device to the receiver and access various apps and services, including maps, music streaming, and messaging, without taking your eyes off the road. The receiver also features Bluetooth connectivity, which allows you to stream music wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet and answer phone calls hands-free.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Tuner
Aside from its built-in radio tuner, the Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX also supports a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner, allowing you to follow all your favourite shows while on the road. It is also compatible with the iDatalink Maestro module, enabling you to retain all your vehicle's factory feels. At the same time, you can also check out your engine's performance data on the receiver's 6.8-inch display.
Multimedia Capabilities
In addition to its multimedia capabilities, the Pioneer DMH-C2550NEX is also designed to provide excellent sound quality. It features a built-in amplifier that delivers 50 watts of power per channel to fill your car with clear, powerful sound. The receiver also comes with various audio enhancement features, including a 13-band graphic equalizer, time alignment, and high- and low-pass filters, allowing you to customize the sound to your preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why won't Apple CarPlay connect to my iPhone?
Connection issues are usually caused by an incompatible USB cable, outdated iOS software, or disabled CarPlay settings. Use an Apple-certified cable and confirm that CarPlay is enabled on your iPhone.
- • Can I use Android Auto with this receiver?
Yes. The receiver supports Android Auto with compatible smartphones, giving you access to navigation, messaging, and music apps while driving.
- • Why isn't my backup camera displaying when I shift into reverse?
Incorrect reverse trigger wiring or disabled camera settings are common causes of this problem. Verify the wiring and enable the rear camera input in the receiver's settings menu.
- • Why does the receiver lose my settings every time I turn off the vehicle?
This usually happens when the constant battery wire and accessory wire are connected incorrectly. Verify the wiring so the receiver always receives memory power.
- • Why is there no sound even though the display is working?
Loose speaker wiring, incorrect audio settings, or amplifier issues can prevent sound output. Check all audio connections and ensure the receiver is not muted.
- • Can I retain my factory steering wheel controls?
Yes. A compatible steering wheel control interface is typically required to preserve your factory audio control buttons after installation.
- • Why does Bluetooth disconnect or skip during music playback?
Bluetooth interruptions are often caused by wireless interference, outdated phone software, or pairing conflicts. Removing the saved pairing and reconnecting your smartphone usually resolves the issue.
- • Can I connect an external amplifier for better sound quality?
Yes. The receiver includes preamp outputs that allow connection to aftermarket amplifiers for greater power and improved audio performance.
- • Why is the touchscreen slow or occasionally unresponsive?
Temporary software glitches or outdated firmware can affect touchscreen responsiveness. Restart the receiver and install the latest firmware update if one is available.
- • Can the display be adjusted to fit different dashboards?
Yes. The modular design allows the display position to be adjusted for better visibility and compatibility with a wide variety of dashboard layouts.
- Satellite Radio Ready : Yes
- Remote Control : Yes
- Built-in EQ : Yes
- DIN : 2
- Preamp Voltage : 4 volts
- Display Size : 6.8 Inch
- Bluetooth : Yes
- Aux Input : Yes
- MP3 Playback : Yes
- WMA Playback : Yes
- HD Radio : Yes
- Preamp Outputs : 6
- Rear View Camera Input : Yes
- Apple CarPlay : Yes
- Android Auto : Yes
Features:
- Apple CarPlay® Compatible
- Android Auto Compatible
- Amazon Alexa Built-in when Paired with Pioneer Vozsis App
- Spotify®, Works with Pandora®, SiriusXM Ready
- HD Radio™
- Selectable Parking Assist Guidelines
Specifications:
Display
- NON-DIN/Modular Unit: Yes
- Screen Size/Aspect Ratio: 6.8", 16:9
- Resolution: WVGA (800 x 480)
- Touchscreen: Clear Resistive
- LED Backlight: Yes
- Display Off Mode: Yes
- Color Customization: 5 Display Colors, 112-Key Colors
- Display Customization: 13-Backgrounds
- Dimmer Setting (ON/OFF): Yes
- Brightness Control: Yes
- Home Screen Shortcuts Customization: Yes
Bluetooth®
- Built-in Bluetooth®: Yes
- Hands-Free Profile (HFP): HFP 1.6
- Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP): AVRCP 1.6
- Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP): Yes
- Secure Simple Pairing (SSP): Yes
- Serial Port Profile (SPP): Yes
- Dual Phone Connection: Yes
Tuner
- SiriusXM-Ready™ (tuner sold separately): Yes
- SiriusXM Tune Start & Tune Scan: Yes
- SiriusXM Album-Art Display: Yes
- Built-in HD Radio™: Yes
- HD Radio Artist Experience®: Yes
- HD Radio Multicasting: Yes
- Presets: 18 FM, 6 AM
- Best Station Memory (BSM): Yes
- Local Seek Tuning: Yes
- RDS: Yes
- Supertuner® IIID: Yes
Smartphone Integration
- Voice Control: Yes
- Apple CarPlay™: Wired USB connection
- Android Auto™: Wired USB connection
- Siri® Eyes Free: Yes
- Pandora® Control: iPhone
- Pandora® Station Creation: Yes
- Spotify® Control: Yes
- WebLink®: iPhone, Android
- Wireless Control: Pandora, Spotify
- Android™ Music Support: Yes
Digital Media Playback
- MP3 Audio Playback: USB
- WMA Audio Playback: USB
- AAC Audio Playback: USB
- WAV Audio Playback: USB
- FLAC Audio Playback: USB
- MPEG-1 Video Playback: USB
- MPEG-2 Video Playback: USB
- MPEG-4 Video Playback: USB
- AVI/DivX Video Playback: USB
- WMV Video Playback: USB
- JPEG Photo Slideshow Viewer: USB
Audio
- RCA Preouts: 3 (4V)
- Built-in Amplifier: MOSFET 50 W x 4
- Auto EQ (CD-MC20 required): Yes
- Easy EQ (EEQ) Preset Equalizer: Yes
- Customizable Graphic Equalizer: 13-Band
- D/A Converter: 24-Bit
- Time Alignment (CD-MC20 required): Auto/Manual
- Crossover Network: HPF/LPF
- 3-Way Audio Network Mode: Yes
- Subwoofer Control: Yes
- Loudness: Yes
- Listening Position Selector: Yes
- Advanced Sound Retriever: Yes
Expandability
- USB: Single, Rear (1.5 Amp)
- AUX Input: Rear
- Back-Up Camera Input: Yes
- Dual Camera Input: Yes
- iDatalink® Maestro™: Yes
- Wired Remote Input: Yes
- Composite Video Output: Yes
- Mini-jack AV Cable: 1 (Audio/Video)
- USB Direct Control for iPhone®: Yes
General
- Detachable Face Security: Fixed
- Remote Control: Optional
- Multi-Language Display: English, Chinese (Simplified), French, Spanish, Portuguese
- Warranty (must be purchased from a Authorized Pioneer Dealer): 1 Year
- 2006 CEA Compliant: Yes
- UPC: 884938416450
- Weight: 7
- Authorized Internet Dealer
Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
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My wife and I switch cars going to work especially pre-pandemic, and unfortunately we do not share the same tastes in phones. I have a Samsung and my wife an iPhone, and so it’s a relief that this receiver has both Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Both work wonderfully and we haven’t had any problems. The other car doesn’t have this same receiver and I am now planning to buy another one of these since they both support double-DIN application anyways.
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Fits just right in my Expedition. Apple CarPlay runs smoothly and the Bluetooth is stable for hands free calling. The sound quality is better than I expected and the 13-band EQ is easy to tweak to get the best tone out of the receiver. I’ll try my Android phone tomorrow if the voice control works.
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Impressed with its sound quality. Its interface is easy to navigate and Apple carplay works perfectly fine.