Review of Pioneer AVH-X8500BHS system installed in a FRS - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

cmspooner · 05-23-2013, 11:17 AM

Can you take a picture of the radio in daylight so that we can see the fitment? How well does it fit? Did you have to modify the trim pieces at all or add spacers? Finally does the rearview camera come on when you put the car into reviers even with the bypass installed?

I'm looking at getting this and using ARLiberator to control my android phone.

xjohnx · 05-23-2013, 01:09 PM

I wish they made the AVH8500BHS with the AppRadio2's capacitive screen. I just picked up the appradio 2 to temporarily replace my AVH5500BHS until Pioneer gets their firmware act together. The screen on the AppRadio2 is better in every regard (touch, visual quality, and surprisingly smudge resistance) than the 2013 AVH lineup.

mit_peid · 05-23-2013, 03:47 PM

Here's a photo from yesterday with the video from a Rydeen Duo camera. I can take a better one later today. Yeah, the X8500bhs's screen definitely isn't as responsive as an iPad or Nexus 7, but still okay.

IntotheOcean · 05-24-2013, 06:24 AM

Um this might sound dumb but how exactly does the navigation work on this? Through your phone or do you need an add on device?
Also, I'm guessing the faceplate lowers so you can put the dvd in behind it?..
-looks awesome btw. Was hesitant on not having a knob but I think it won't be a problem

mit_peid · 05-24-2013, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IntotheOcean

Um this might sound dumb but how exactly does the navigation work on this? Through your phone or do you need an add on device?
Also, I'm guessing the faceplate lowers so you can put the dvd in behind it?..
-looks awesome btw. Was hesitant on not having a knob but I think it won't be a problem

It works through AppRadio thru your phone with a number of apps (waze, intrix, igo, etc) or you can add on an external Pioneer nav module for about $400. I believe you lose AppRadio functionality with the external module, but I'm not sure since it doesn't appear as though anybody on the Internet went that route. Yes, faceplate comes down to reveal CD/DVD slot and SD slot. It can also be removed if you are inclined but I never really do it unless I'm parked in a shady area. IMO, the volume buttons work as well as a knob. In fact I'd rather have buttons instead of a tiny volume knob. My previous trial unit didn't have either and it drove me nuts.

Gopherboy6956 · 07-29-2013, 02:28 PM

Well, this thread just pushed me over the edge. I currently have the X4500BT, which met most of my needs, but it just died on me about 4 months in. First major failure i've had over 6-7 pioneer headunits.

Beyond that, the things that frustrated me about the x4500bt was how slow it was when navigating through the folders of a USB stick. Lack of SD slot was also an issue for me, but everything else was ok.

I was really hoping that the X8500BHS would have a different software setup and screen, which it sounds like it does.

I will be returning my X4500BT and getting the X8500BHS!

(Also, for reference here is my setup)
Pioneer Headunit (was x4500bt, will be x8500bhs)
JL Audio XD500/3 Amp
JL Audio C5-653 3 way components
JL Audio 10W3v3 Subwoofer
Integrity Concepts Subwoofer Enclosure

Whiteoutjames · 07-30-2013, 09:41 PM

are you the stig?

mit_peid · 07-30-2013, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Whiteoutjames

are you the stig?

No, but I play one on the ft86 forums.

TONYpepperon1 · 12-16-2013, 12:59 PM

you say it will work with waze but what about google maps?

mit_peid · 12-16-2013, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TONYpepperon1

you say it will work with waze but what about google maps?

In mirror mode, it will mirror anything (including Google Maps) from your iPhone to the x8500 head unit. You won't be able to control Google maps from the unit in mirror mode. Waze (in AppRadio mode) will take inputs from the head unit since it is a native app.

nyfries · 12-22-2013, 05:53 AM

can this HU utilize the OEM usb ports?

mit_peid · 12-22-2013, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by nyfries

can this HU utilize the OEM usb ports?

Yeah pretty much any HU can with something like this: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Axxess-AX-TOYUSB-Adaptor-Retain-Vehicles/dp/B00EAYYQDO/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1387728515&sr=8-6&keywords=Toyota+USB+adapter"]Amazon.com: Axxess by Metra AX-TOYUSB USB Adaptor to Retain the OE USB in Select Toyota/Lexus Vehicles: Car Electronics[/ame]

NIKOLA · 12-29-2013, 03:10 PM

What about the Aux. Port right below the USB? Is there a cable for that? I haven't been able to find any information on that.

mit_peid · 01-01-2014, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NIKOLA

What about the Aux. Port right below the USB? Is there a cable for that? I haven't been able to find any information on that.

When was looking into that, I wasn't able to find a plug-n-play solution. I think you may need to do some soldering to make it work but I believe you will need to tear into that USB/AUX part. Should be a DIY on these forums or on the internets for that.

05-23-2013, 03:47 PM	#17
mit_peid Boosted Noob Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: '13 FRS MT KW SC, '05 4Runner 4WD Location: SoCal Posts: 883 Thanks: 353 Thanked 343 Times in 175 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s)	Here's a photo from yesterday with the video from a Rydeen Duo camera. I can take a better one later today. Yeah, the X8500bhs's screen definitely isn't as responsive as an iPad or Nexus 7, but still okay. Attached Images __________________ Last edited by mit_peid; 05-23-2013 at 03:57 PM.

07-29-2013, 02:28 PM	#20
Gopherboy6956 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: 13 BRZ Limited WRB Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 723 Thanks: 17 Thanked 296 Times in 195 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s)	Well, this thread just pushed me over the edge. I currently have the X4500BT, which met most of my needs, but it just died on me about 4 months in. First major failure i've had over 6-7 pioneer headunits. Beyond that, the things that frustrated me about the x4500bt was how slow it was when navigating through the folders of a USB stick. Lack of SD slot was also an issue for me, but everything else was ok. I was really hoping that the X8500BHS would have a different software setup and screen, which it sounds like it does. I will be returning my X4500BT and getting the X8500BHS! (Also, for reference here is my setup) Pioneer Headunit (was x4500bt, will be x8500bhs) JL Audio XD500/3 Amp JL Audio C5-653 3 way components JL Audio 10W3v3 Subwoofer Integrity Concepts Subwoofer Enclosure __________________ I plan to live forever. So far, so good. My Build - http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31925

12-29-2013, 03:10 PM	#27
NIKOLA Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S in Ultramarine Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 80 Thanks: 28 Thanked 22 Times in 11 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	What about the Aux. Port right below the USB? Is there a cable for that? I haven't been able to find any information on that. __________________ Currently driving a Sprintex Supercharged FR-S in Ultramarine with an Invidia N1 Catback with Catless Front Pipe, Invidia Over Pipe, Injen Catless 4:1 EL Headers, Perrin Aluminum Drive Pulley & Driveshaft Shop Aluminum Driveshaft. Also, looking to upgrade wheels someday to Enkei PF01's (17x8's).

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xjohnx Grip>Slip Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 13 SWP BRZ Ltd - Innovate Powered! Location: RVA Posts: 3,563 Thanks: 656 Thanked 1,717 Times in 1,031 Posts Mentioned: 45 Post(s)	I wish they made the AVH8500BHS with the AppRadio2's capacitive screen. I just picked up the appradio 2 to temporarily replace my AVH5500BHS until Pioneer gets their firmware act together. The screen on the AppRadio2 is better in every regard (touch, visual quality, and surprisingly smudge resistance) than the 2013 AVH lineup.

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IntotheOcean Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: Sexy Frs Firestorm M/T Location: Strong Island Posts: 1,546 Thanks: 3,272 Thanked 1,636 Times in 760 Posts Mentioned: 53 Post(s)	Um this might sound dumb but how exactly does the navigation work on this? Through your phone or do you need an add on device? Also, I'm guessing the faceplate lowers so you can put the dvd in behind it?.. -looks awesome btw. Was hesitant on not having a knob but I think it won't be a problem

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