Pioneer Firmware Update Instructions for Navigation Models

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Optional Firmware Update (Version 1.03) for 2013 Navigation Models: AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH

In this manual, iPhone® 5 and iPod® touch fifth generation will be referred to as “iPhone with Lightning connector.”

The following preparatory steps must first be undertaken in order to connect an iPhone with Lightning connector to your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH and use AppRadio Mode.

A. Download the firmware update files

B.Update the firmware on your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH

C.Verify System Application Version

D.Pair your iPhone with Lightning connector with your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH and establish a connection between your iPhone with Lightning connector and the AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH via Bluetooth wireless technology

E.Connect your iPhone with Lightning connector to your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH using Pioneer CD-IH202 AppRadio Mode HDMI Interface Cable Kit for iPod/iPhone (sold separately)

Once Steps A through D have been completed, the [Apps] key on the Home screen will become active, allowing you to utilize AppRadio Mode.

IMPORTANT

“iPod source” will no longer be available when using AppRadio Mode with an iPhone with Lightning connector. To play music and/or video files from your iPhone with Lightning connector, please first install the free of charge CarMediaPlayer app on your iPhone with Lightning connector and then launch CarMediaPlayer while in AppRadio Mode.

If you have previously paired your iPhone with Lightning connector with the AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH, you will have to re-register and connect your device after the firmware update has been completed.

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Contents Page Procedure Downloading the firmware update filesLocate and decompress the downloaded file SD Card or microSD Card Device Requirements Updating the firmware on your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BHPage Program forced write System uCom Write screen will appear Confirm that the uCom version shows Verifying System Application Version Page Select Yes Screen will then confirm your AppRadio Mode selection Is this device equipped with a Digital AV/VGA Connector?Next screen will ask Is this Android? Press OK Connecting Your iPhone with Lightning Connector