IMPORTANT
• Please DO NOT perform any further steps of this firmware update if the model number is anything
other than AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH
• For the AVIC-Z150BH, the model number is located to the left of the volume buttons.
• For the AVIC-X950BH, the model number is located centrally, just below the touchscreen.
SD Card or microSD Card Device Requirements:
• AVIC-Z150BH, SD or SDHC card, formatted to FAT16 or FAT32, 250MB or larger
• AVIC-X950BH, microSD or microSDHC card, formatted to FAT16 or FAT32, 250MB or larger
• Ensure that the update folder and file are located within the root (top) folder of your SD or
microSD card. There should be no other files on the SD or microSD card.
• While your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH is being updated, DO NOT turn off the system’s
power. Failure to heed this warning may result in serious damage to your Pioneer GPS
Navigation system.
• DO NOT remove the SD card or microSD card during the firmware update process.
• Performing the firmware update will restore all settings to their default values.
• Disconnect any mobile devices including USB flash drives that are currently connected to
your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH.
Procedure
1. Connect a blank and formatted SD card or microSD card to your computer, and then
locate and copy the “AVICX850” folder and “TESTMODE.KEY” file onto the SD card or
microSD card.
2. Turn your vehicle’s key to the ON position and power up your AVIC-Z150BH or
AVIC-X950BH.
3. Turn the AV source to [OFF].
• If the display is currently showing the map screen, press the ‘MODE’ button on the Pioneer
GPS navigation system to view the AV source screen, then select [OFF].