Pioneer FH-P8000BT Double-Din In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Receiver with Built-In

 

Pioneer FH-P8000BT Double-Din In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA/AAC Receiver with Built-In Bluetooth, iPod Control, and Rear USB Input

 

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Product Description

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Upgrade your factory two-DIN technique with Pioneer's FH-P8000BT. Delight in hands-absolutely free calling or streaming audio with built-in Bluetooth capability, playback of CDs and MP3/WMA/AAC files, direct USB control for your iPod, and plenty a lot more, through a 50W x four MOSFET amplifier. Want a great deal more? Expand your choices by adding HD/SAT radio, or expand your program making use of the 3 4V RCA preamp outputs.

Pioneer Automobile Audio SystemsPioneer's Mobile Business Group is identified for supplying the sort of in-vehicle merchandise that make driving more enjoyable by offering high top quality audio and video, seamless connectivity and ease-of-use. Its focus is on the development of new digital technologies such as audio video, navigation and satellite radio, although maintaining its powerful heritage in merchandise for vehicle audio enthusiasts and sound competitors.

Rear auxiliary input and 3 4V RCA preamp outs for system expansion.

Remote control included.
FH-P8000BT Features
Built-in Bluetooth SolutionYour calls come in loud clear with advanced echo cancellation. Setup is painless with effortless phone pairing and automatic phonebook transfer.

• Hassle-free Phone PairingSimply tilt, turn and push the Rotary Commander to register and use up to three Bluetooth-compatible cell phones.
• Transfer All Your Phonebook Data and NumbersUse with Phone Pairing to transfer your entire phonebook at a single time to the headunit, which can memorize up to 3600 different numbers: 400 persons x 3 contacts x 3 telephone kinds (cell phone, dwelling, office, and so on.). Compatible Phone with PBAP profile required.
• New Echo CancellationAdvanced Echo Cancellation has 3 levels of adjustment to maintain phone calls sounding sufficiently loud and clear.

Note: Not all Bluetooth phones might possibly be compatible, and some characteristics may very well not be available with all phones.
Bluetooth Wireless Technology for "Wireless Audio" Control and StreamingWhen you're not utilizing hands-totally free calling, the FH-P8000BT can use Bluetooth Wireless Technologies to feed your appetite for entertainment. Using "wireless audio" manage and streaming (AVRCP, A2DP), you can manage and listen to a compatible audio player or music phone on your headunit.
Advanced Sound RetrieverHear the detail, warmth and clarity, the way the artist intended it, from all of your very compressed MP3, WMA and AAC files stored on USB memory device, iPod and portable digital players. By restoring information (particularly greater frequencies) that tend to get lost in the digital compression method, Pioneer's Advanced Sound Retriever technologies enhances audio reproduction nearly all the way up to 20 kHz frequencies.
USB Direct Manage for iPod and morePioneer's FH-P8000BT is ready to roll with capability for direct connection to your iPod . USB 2.0's speed and capability enable an elevated iPod knowledge in the car, and practically limitless expandability for portable media players and USB memory devices.
File search and access are additional-rapid. The headunit keeps song, artist, time and album information and facts displays really clear and user-friendly, and control is intuitive through the 7-Way Rotary Commander. The system's wired USB connection gives direct digital signal transfer from the iPod for clean, clear sound. In addition, Pioneer has developed the following new features to make employing your iPod in the car quite very easy and hassle-free:

• Alphabetical Speed SearchWhen looking for artist/album, you can initiate alphabet search by pressing "List" button.
• Link SearchWhile listening to a particular artist you can hold "List" button down and it will pop up folders containing that distinct artist.
• Passenger Manage ModeAllows passenger to use the iPod straight to browse and pick music, while connected to the headunit for playback.
• Random (Shuffle) KeyPhysical Random Button on faceplate (Shuffle) tends to make it straightforward to hear something fresh.
• Complete Featured and High PerformanceThe FH-P8000BT is smartly created to expand your method, customize your encounter, present superior sound top quality and effortless operation.

Supertuner IIID AM/FM TunerPioneer's legendary Supertuner IIID combines the finest of digital and analog tuner technologies to decrease distortion to bring you exceptional FM and AM efficiency. If you reside in an location where reception is weak, you are going to hear a huge improvement in signal strength. And when you are close to tall buildings, Supertuner IIID reduces the effect of multi-path noise, which happens when the signal is reflecting off of the buildings.
MOSFET 50W x4 Amplifier for the Power HungryCompared to standard power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and extra efficient, delivering power with less distortion and definitely zero on/off switching noise. And that does not just mean a boost in volume: it signifies that your music will be cleaner at higher volumes due to the fact you happen to be not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. Clean, effective power that will rock your vehicle.
For those who'd like a bit extra power, 3 4V preamp outputs are also included for program expansion (front/rear/sub).
FH-P8000BT Simple Specs

iPod Manage:
Built-In (Cable Necessary)
iTunes Tagging:
--
USB Input:
Yes
Sound Retriever:
Yes
RCA Pre-Outs:
three sets (4V)
Display:
Segment OEL (16 x 3)
Bluetooth:
Built-In
CD Formats:
CD/CD-RW, MP3, WMA, AAC
HD Radio:
Prepared
SAT Radio Prepared:
Yes
Auxiliary Input:
Built-In (Rear)
Key Illumination:
Blue
Power:
MOSFET 50W x 4
What is in the BoxPioneer FH-P8000BT Receiver, Wiring Harness, Installation Hardware, Owner's Manual
Pioneer Fh-P8000Bt Double Din In-Dash Cd/Mp3/Wma/Itunes Aac/Wav Receiver

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 9.9 x 8.2 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001411BZ2
• Item model number: FH-P8000BT
  

Technical Details

• Two-DIN AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC, USB, Bluetooth radio receiver
• 4 x 50 Watts maximum power with three 4V RCA preamp outputs
• Fixed faceplate with blue 16 x 3 OEL display
• Auxiliary input and USB; add adapters for iPod control, SAT/HD radio
• One-year warranty

Client Critiques

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This video shows the fundamental operation of the unit, since it's tough to clarify.
The greatest pro for me is the sound. My stock speakers sounded decent with the factory head unit, but they sound like brand new high end speakers with the Pioneer.
A close second is the feature set. The iPod integration is the top that I saw in any unit, and it certain beats the axillary input mod kit that I was running beforehand. The sound from the iPod is amazing. Also maintain in mind that it is a USB input, not just an iPod input. Plug in an external hard drive or thumb drive and you're in buisness, as well. The addition of the Bluetooth connectivity was a key selling point, and it delivers a wonderful convenience that I would really miss now that I am put to use to it. I can leave my telephone out of reach (in the trunk even) and I can still answer it if it rings.
The largest con is the user interface- it does take a bit to study the ins and outs, but as soon as you do, fairly couple of times is it a bother (the 'pause' solution is buried in the function submenu, which is annoying, but considering that the unit automatically pauses the music for incoming / outgoing calls, it is only a challenge in, say, drive thru's).
The pros VASTLY outweigh the cons, and the price is far beneath what I would anticipate for a unit with this function set. That gets this unit a 5 Star rating - iPod, Bluetooth, CD, HD Satellite Radio prepared- there genuinely are not any functions left for you to want!
I purchased it with the wiring harness and the dash kit for my 2005 Mazda3 and it looks rather nice. Check out the video!

NOTE: I've owned this stereo whilst employing the iPhone 3G, then iPhone 3GS, then iPhone four. The comments below are in chronological order, with subsequent iOS firmware releases.
========iPhone 3G ownership========
I installed this stereo to work with Sirius, an iPod by means of the USB/iPod connection, miscellaneous items by means of auxiliary input, bluetooth handsfree, and to stream audio via bluetooth with my iPhone running 3. firmware.
CDs and iPod audio sounds wonderful on my car's stock speakers. To my surprise, the bluetooth audio connection sounds just as superior. It was particularly hassle-free to pair, when the A2DP bluetooth profile was made accessible for iPhone 3.. Prior to that, pairing with my two unique phones was easy. It would pick up a phone conversation as soon as 1 came in, switching away from whatever other input I was listening to, and then switching back to it as soon as the contact had ended - especially good. It will also continue a telephone conversation from your telephone to the car when you enter the car, or as soon as you exit it will continue the conversation to your phone - also rather great to not have to wait to exit/enter the automobile.
I see what Pioneer was attempting to do with the one particular-button system to really feel like an iPod and I can see why some individuals were confused, but it did not take rather extended to get put to use to. The display is also really good, with indicators when bluetooth handsfree and bluetooth stereo are connected.
Amazon's price was practically 20 percent much less when I ordered four months ago - it really is odd how prices fluctuate.
For sirius users, do not shed the remote control if you plan on storing saved channels! The manual states that you should use the remote control in order to store sirius stations. Also the display when listening to sirius radio is odd. You can view 3 lines of text. Line a single consists of the input, band, and preset number. Line two is the sirius channel number. Line three is your selection of artist, song, channel name, genre, etc. The odd part comes when you want to see the time. If you press the time/toggle button, you now have only TWO lines of text - the 1st and third. The middle is gone and the third displays time. Basically, this means that you can not view the artist and time at the identical moment - stupid. I commonly leave the time display enabled, but locate myself toggling when I want to see the name of the artist playing.
========iPhone 3GS ownership========
EDIT: I'm at the 11 month period of ownership with this stereo. In that time period, I've considering the fact that upgraded to the iphone 3GS model, and the stereo still connects to it devoid of any difficulty. Bluetooth pairing, handsfree telephone use, and audio streaming all operate quite well. I've noticed that the audio with my stock vehicle stereo sounded far better than with this stereo. I am not sure if it really is given that I have to have to upgrade the speakers as nicely, but that must be noted.
========iPhone 4 ownership========
EDIT: I've just upgraded to the iPhone 4 operating iOS four.. Though it paired with out any difficulties just like my iPhone 3GS had, the A2DP stereo bluetooth profile does not seem to be recognized. I am presently listening to music off my iPhone using the USB connection, but hope to get the A2DP wireless bluetooth profile operating with some fiddling.
EDIT: You can quit driving oneself crazy attempting to get this stereo to work with your iPhone 4. There is a deeply documented problem with Bluetooth on the iPhone four. I can't post the link here, but just search the Apple assistance forums for Bluetooth muffled, and you will acquire associated information. Bluetooth devices are just not pairing appropriately with iPhone 4.
EDIT: I'm on iPhone 4 iOS four.1 with zero improvement with A2DP stereo bluetooth profile. I've contacted Pioneer requesting the newest firmware for this stereo, but I'm not holding my breath.
EDIT: I'm nonetheless on iPhone 4, but now with iOS 4.2.1. With every computer software release, I'm hopeful that A2DP stereo bluetooth will once more magically operate. Regrettably, it still does not work with iOS 4.2.1 on my iPhone 4. The wireless handsfree profile pairs just fine, though.
I need to have to mention one oddity, and it is that the stereo will occasionally just shut itself off out of nowhere. This occurred possibly a dozen times so far, and I've yet to figure out why. I can in most cases just switch back to the desired input and it begins playing once again, but a couple of instances I had to park and totally cease power to the vehicle.
On yet another note, I am now at the 2 year ownership period of this stereo, and it nonetheless operates fairly well. Buttons are nevertheless responsive, auxiliary input and satellite radio connections are strong and come by way of appropriately. The plastic screen bezel has some noticeable scratches, even even though I am gentle with it - I figure this is unavoidable.
EDIT: I'm nevertheless on iPhone 4, but now with iOS four.3.3. Still no dice getting bluetooth audio to connect appropriately. Perhaps iOS5 will have some magical fix for this issue.

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