About: Pioneer AVIC-W8600NEX 7" Multimedia Navigation Receiver

Pioneer’s NEX or Networked Entertainment experience line of receivers features a responsive and highly customizable user interface. The NEX models are designed especially for today’s smart phone driven lifestyle.

Wireless or wired, the choice is yours

The AVIC-W8500NEX supports a cable free connection between your smartphone and the receiver using Wi-Fi® wireless connectivity. Now compatible with both Android Auto Wireless (available on Google Pixel and Nexus devices)¹ and Android Auto over USB, the AVIC-W8500NEX makes it easier than ever to connect. Android Auto¹ makes it easier to access your favorite navigation, media and communication apps on the road while minimizing distractions.

Compatibility with Apple CarPlay supports connecting to an iPhone® device using either a wireless connection or a wired USB connection.

Android Auto

The AVIC-W8500NEX also features Android Auto, which extends the Android platform into the car in a way that’s purpose-built for driving. Android Auto automatically brings you useful information and organizes it into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed. It’s designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road ahead.

Android Auto is compatible with Android phones running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later. Android Auto may not be available on all devices.

Apple CarPlay

The AVIC-W8500NEX features Apple CarPlay, the smarter, safer and more fun way to use your iPhone® in the car. Apple CarPlay gives iPhone users an incredibly intuitive way to make calls, use Maps, listen to music, and verbally send and listen to messages with just a word or a touch. Apple CarPlay requires iPhone 5 or newer with the latest version of iOS.

Dual Back Up Camera Input Ready

Dual Back up Camera inputs enable you to add a reverse (rear facing) camera and front facing camera that can assist with front and rear visibility, towing, or parking.

*Rear visibility systems (backup cameras) are required under federal regulations in certain new vehicles according to a phase-in schedule that began on May 1, 2016. Owners of vehicles equipped with compliant rear visibility systems should not install or use this product in a way that alters or disables that system’s compliance with applicable regulations. If you are unsure whether your vehicle has a rear visibility system subject to these regulations, please contact the vehicle manufacturer or dealer.

Future of Navigation

In addition to the Q2-18 mapping and turn-by-turn directions to a large database of Points-of-Interest, such as restaurants, gas stations and ATMs,. Pioneer’s built-in navigation models offer detailed, reliable traffic and route guidance information to help you get where you want to go.

General Features:

• DVD/CD receiver with 6.94" capacitive touchscreen and AM/FM tuner
• Fits double-DIN (4" tall) dash openings
• Built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
• Built-in Wi-Fi module
• Built-in HD Radio tuner
• 5 display color; 112 key color options
• Remote control
• Plays lossless FLAC audio files (up to 192kHz/24-bit) from flash media

Smartphone Features:

• Works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless and wired)
• WebLink for in-dash control of select apps, including YouTube, Yelp, and Amazon Alexa
  • Pioneer WebLink smartphone app required — Vozsis for Alexa app required for Alexa functionality
• Siri Eyes Free control with compatible iOS devices
• Wi-Fi Certified Miracast™ for wireless screen-mirroring of select Android devices
• Pandora control through iPhone and Android

Navigation Features:

• Maps of United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, plus 12.4 million points of interest
• Free traffic updates in major metropolitan areas
• Text-to-speech announces actual street names at turns
• Lane guidance
• Speed limit warnings
• Manual map zoom

Audio/video Features:

• Plays CDs, DVDs, and USB drives (see Details for full capabilities)
• 13-band graphic EQ with Easy EQ preset equalizer
• Auto EQ with Time Alignment (optional CD-MC20 mic required)
• Low- and high-pass filters with adjustable crossover points
• Advanced Sound Retriever enhances compressed digital files
• Dual-zone A/V output

Expandability:

• Works with SiriusXM SXV300 tuner — supports Tune Mix, Traffic & Weather Now, and Sports Flash features
• Inputs: HDMI input; dual rear USB inputs; 2 rear A/V inputs; one camera input (A/V input can be used for a 2nd camera)
• Outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer); rear A/V output (mini audio, RCA video)

Other Information:

• Wired connection to parking brake required to access settings and other features on this receiver (the brake must be connected and set for video display)
• Built-in amplifier (14 watts RMS/50 watts peak x 4 channels)
• CTA-2006 compliant
• compatible with iDatalink Maestro module
  • Retains factory features in a wide selection of vehicles
  • Displays engine performance and other vehicle data on touchscreen
• Works with steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)

What’s in the Box:

• Navigation receiver with motorized 6.94" monitor (10A fuse)
• Wiring harness
• AV/preout harness
• Remote control (CD-R33)
• CR2025 3V lithium battery (installed in remote)
• GPS antenna (attached 11.5' cable)
• 58" USB extension cable
• 6.5' Stereo minijack extension cable
• Microphone w/ bracket (attached 13' cable terminated by a right-angle 2.5mm connector)
• Two-sided tape
• 6 Pan-head ISO screws (M5 x 6mm)
• 6 Flat-head ISO screws (M5 x 6mm)
• Wire-tie
• Self-adhesive square
• 3 Self-adhesive clips
• Sticker labels
• Quick Start Guide
• Installation Manual
• Important Information for the User
• Online Product Registration
• Warranty Sheet