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The video thoroughly reviews the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX, a single-DIN pop-up 7-inch monitor designed to modernize older vehicles. Key features highlighted include support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, backup cameras, CDs, DVDs, FLAC audio files, and Bluetooth connectivity. It boasts a variety of customization options such as a 13-band graphic equalizer, motorized fold-out screen, and customizable display settings. Expandability features include compatibility with Sirius XM tuner, factory steering wheel controls, and multiple input/output options. Detailed settings navigation covers AV sources, audio adjustments, camera settings, and more. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionalities are also showcased, emphasizing their versatility for music, navigation, and phone functions. While praised for its high-resolution audio capability, robust output, and modern features, the absence of an HDMI input and higher price point are noted as drawbacks. The video concludes with a four and a half-star rating for the product, suggesting that minor enhancements could perfect it.
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In this part of the video, the speaker introduces the Pioneer AVH-3500NEX, a single-DIN pop-up 7-inch monitor designed for vehicles with single-DIN radio openings. This radio offers modern features like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and the ability to add a backup camera. The video aims to review, demo, and discuss the features of this radio, including an unboxing, a demonstration, and a pros and cons list with an overall rating. The speaker also provides a brief history of car radio sizes and mentions alternative single-DIN solutions. The video highlights additional features such as AM/FM, CD/DVD receiver, motorized fold-out screen, Bluetooth connectivity, and customizable display options.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on reviewing the various features and functionalities of a car audio system. Main points covered include the support for wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with weblink for playing YouTube content from iPhones and Androids. The system supports audio and video from CDs, DVDs, and USB drives, and high-resolution FLAC audio files. It has a 13-band graphic equalizer, high and low pass filters, and an auto EQ feature that requires a separate microphone. Expandability features include compatibility with Sirius XM tuner, factory steering wheel controls, and various input and output options such as rear USB port, audio/video input, rearview camera, and pre-out outputs for front, rear, and subwoofer channels. The built-in amplifier is rated at 14 watts RMS and 50 watts peak. The segment also includes an unboxing, highlighting components like the Bluetooth mic, wireless remote control, USB extension, main harness, and hardware screws. Details of the radio, such as its connections and navigation features, are also described.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter navigates through the settings of a radio system with NEX software. They explain how to add features to the favorites list by clicking the star icon. In the settings menu, various options are covered, including AV source settings, Bluetooth and Spotify toggle switches, tone and audio mix, input settings for USB, AV, and aux, as well as camera settings for backup cameras. Additional settings include demo mode, language, touch panel calibration, brightness and contrast adjustments, firmware information, and background customization with live wallpapers. Other customization options like illumination colors, themes, and clocks are also discussed. Finally, the presenter explains the audio settings, including the equalizer, balance and fade, subwoofer level, and speaker levels.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various audio settings and adjustments available on the system. Key points include adjusting the gain on each corner and the subwoofer level, setting crossover frequencies from 25 to 250 Hz, and selecting slopes ranging from 6 dB to 36 dB. The settings are similar for the front and rear speakers, though rear slopes max at 24 dB. The speaker also details time alignment for optimal sound positioning, features like bass boost, loudness, and auto level.
Video setup options include DVD settings, AV aux, and camera signals. Bluetooth settings cover connections, visibility, and pin code setup. A shortcut button provides quick access to the equalizer without navigating to system settings.
The segment proceeds to cover Apple CarPlay, highlighting applications for music (Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.), navigation (Waze, Google Maps, Apple Maps), and phone functions. It then briefly touches on Android Auto, stating similar functionalities for mapping and music, with instructions to return to the main screen.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker concludes the demo by highlighting the DVD drive feature of the car stereo, which can play DVDs and stream videos to a rear screen for passenger entertainment. They review the pros of the product, such as 4-volt pre-outs, high-resolution audio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, audio/video input, and a flip-out design tailored for older model vehicles. However, the cons include the absence of an HDMI input and a higher price compared to double-din models with similar features. The speaker mentions that the radio’s limited production leads to higher manufacturing costs. The overall rating given is four and a half stars, indicating that the product would have received a five-star rating if it included an HDMI input and wireless features. Finally, they provide purchasing information and encourage viewers to like the video and subscribe to the channel.