Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today introduced six new single CD receiver models for 2013, the FH-X700BT, DEH-X6500BT, DEH-X5500HD, DEH-X3500UI, DEH-2500UI and DEH-150MP, that fulfill the consumer鈥檚 in-car entertainment needs with new cosmetics, expanded smartphone integration and features developed to match today鈥檚 music-listening trends. The new line-up is integrated with a mix of features and technologies including larger multi-line displays, iPhone庐 certified connectivity, Bluetooth庐1 hands-free and audio streaming, App Mode庐, MIXTRAX鈩�, Pandora庐 internet radio and HD Radio庐 technology.
鈥淣ot only is it important for Pioneer to include the newest and latest technologies into our products, but they must be easy to use in the car environment,鈥� said Ted Cardenas, vice president of marketing for the Car Electronics Division of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. 鈥淥ur new single CD receivers not only offer maximum entertainment value, but they make it extremely convenient for users to integrate their personal devices and stay connected.鈥�
MODERN COSMETIC APPEAL
With the DEH-2500UI model and above, the new 2013 single CD players offer users enhanced display possibilities by providing customizable multi-color illumination controls and buttons. The areas on or around the buttons and volume knobs are illuminated to make adjustments easier, while the size of the display area has been increased more than 35% from the previous models for greater viewing angles, improved visibility and more song information.
EXPANDED SMARTPHONE INTEGRATION
To correspond with the ever-growing use of smartphones, Pioneer designed the new single CD players with expanded smartphone compatibility.
路 MADE FOR IPHONE 鈥� From the entry level DEH-2500UI and up, Pioneer
incorporated iPhone and iPod connectivity, allowing users to quickly
access and play music from their iTunes庐 music library using the head
unit鈥檚 front panel controls while simultaneously charging the
device鈥檚 battery with 1 amp of charging.
路 USB CONNECTIVITY2 鈥� All models starting with the DEH-2500UI support
music stored in USB flash drives, thumb drives and even some hard
drives (depending on the power requirements of the hard drive). For
additional convenience, a USB port is placed on the front face of
each receiver.
路 BLUETOOTH 鈥� The DEH-X6500BT and FH-X700BT feature Bluetooth
capability for hands-free calling as well as music streaming,
allowing the option to stay connected without a hardwire connection.
When paired with an iPhone庐 3GS, iPhone 4, or iPhone 4S, these models
also support voice control via Bluetooth. The user can call a
contact or select a playlist, song, artist, or album directly from
the DEH-X6500BT and FH-X700BT using the iPhone鈥檚 native voice control
feature.
路 ANDROID SUPPORT 鈥� New for 2013 models, Android鈩� smartphone music
support is possible via USB connection. Users of compatible Android
smartphones can listen to music stored on their devices and utilize
Pioneer鈥檚 unique MIXTRAX music effects.
路 APP MODE 鈥� With App Mode, five models (all but DEH-P150MP) enable
users to listen to their favorite music and streaming audio apps from
a USB connected iPhone or iPod touch庐.
MORE MUSIC FEATURES
A variety of exciting and fun features are built-in to the new single CD line-up to enhance the driving experience:
路 MIXTRAX 鈥� Pioneer鈥檚 exclusive MIXTRAX feature is included in the
DEH-X3500UI model and higher to deliver a unique DJ-like listening
experience. MIXTRAX takes the music from an iPhone, iPod touch, USB
device, or certain Android devices and plays it back with added
transitions and effects, creating a virtual DJ inside the Pioneer
receiver. Following the beat of the music, the feature also includes
six patterns of club-style illumination to enhance the mood with a
dynamic dance club-like lighting effect.
路 PANDORA INTERNET RADIO 鈥� The extremely popular Pandora internet radio
continues to be part of the new single CD line-up to provide a unique
music experience tailored to the user鈥檚 preferences. Once the
Pandora app is launched from an iPhone connected to the CD receiver,
song and artist selection can be controlled directly from the
receiver.
路 HD RADIO 鈥� HD Radio is built in to the DEH-X5500HD model for playback
of high quality audio broadcasts. The feature provides a clear
digital connection to HD Radio broadcasts from local radio stations
as well as artist and song title information on the receiver displays
(when available).
Pioneer鈥檚 six single CD receiver offerings will be available in late August with suggested retail prices starting at $70.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., and its U.S. Web address is www.pioneerelectronics.com. Its parent company, Pioneer Corporation, is a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio, video and computer equipment for the home, car and business markets.
Do not use your Pioneer system if doing so will divert your attention in any way from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules. In some states certain operations of devices while driving may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed.
1Bluetooth functionality requires a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone. Certain Bluetooth features may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices or by certain wireless carriers.
2Not every USB device is compatible with a Pioneer head unit containing an USB port. Pioneer head units containing a USB port are compatible with USB MSC (Mass Storage Class) devices only, and are not compatible with DRM (Digital Rights Management) contents and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) connection devices. For size and other limitations, please see Owner鈥檚 Manual. Unauthorized copying of music or other files is strictly prohibited. Optional USB extension cable is available for use with front USB ports.