Pioneer 9 Inch Apple Carplay & Android Compatible with Holden/ Isuzu Dmax 2012-2020

Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-Inch Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Head Unit + Aerpro AKIZ1B Installation Kit

Upgrade your Holden Colorado, Holden Colorado 7, Isuzu D-Max or Isuzu MU-X with the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-inch touchscreen head unit and Aerpro AKIZ1B vehicle-specific installation kit. This complete stereo upgrade combines Pioneer's latest smartphone connectivity, touchscreen technology and advanced audio processing with the vehicle-specific integration components required for a clean aftermarket installation. The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features a large 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen, wireless and wired Apple CarPlay, wireless and wired Android Auto, Bluetooth 5.4, WebLink, dual AHD camera inputs and advanced 48-bit DSP audio processing. The Aerpro AKIZ1B provides the fascia, steering wheel control interface, antenna adaptor and camera retention adaptor required to install a compatible 9-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket head unit into selected Holden and Isuzu vehicles. This combination is an ideal solution for customers searching for a Holden Colorado head unit upgrade, Holden Colorado Apple CarPlay, Holden Colorado Android Auto, Isuzu D-Max head unit upgrade, Isuzu D-Max Apple CarPlay, Isuzu MU-X stereo upgrade, 9-inch car stereo, Pioneer head unit upgrade or aftermarket head unit.

Holden Colorado & Isuzu D-Max Head Unit Upgrade

The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides a major technology upgrade over the original factory stereo, giving compatible Holden Colorado, Colorado 7, Isuzu D-Max and Isuzu MU-X models a modern 9-inch touchscreen interface. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto provide convenient smartphone connectivity without requiring a USB cable, while wired connections are also available. The large touchscreen provides easy access to navigation, music, phone calls and compatible smartphone applications, creating a modern Holden Colorado stereo upgrade or Isuzu D-Max stereo upgrade.

Aerpro AKIZ1B Vehicle Installation Kit

The Aerpro AKIZ1B is designed to simplify the installation of a compatible 9-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket head unit into selected Holden and Isuzu vehicles. The kit includes the vehicle-specific fascia and wiring interfaces required to connect the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT while retaining important factory functions where supported.

Aerpro AKIZ1B Kit Includes

• Black vehicle-specific fascia kit
• Steering wheel control interface harness
• Steering wheel control patch lead
• Antenna adaptor
• Camera retention adaptor

The fascia provides a clean, integrated appearance within the factory dashboard, while the supplied interfaces assist with connecting the Pioneer head unit to the original vehicle wiring and controls.

Vehicle Compatibility

The Aerpro AKIZ1B is designed for the following vehicles:

• Holden Colorado 2012-2014 RG
• Holden Colorado 7 2012-2014
• Isuzu D-Max 2012-2020
• Isuzu MU-X 2013-2021

The kit is not compatible with Holden MyLink systems.

Factory Feature Retention

The Aerpro AKIZ1B is designed to retain selected original vehicle functions when used with a compatible aftermarket head unit.

Steering Wheel Controls

The supplied steering wheel control interface allows compatible factory steering wheel controls to be retained, including the factory phone button where equipped. This allows drivers to continue controlling supported audio and phone functions without having to reach for the Pioneer touchscreen.

Factory Reverse Camera

The AKIZ1B includes a camera retention adaptor and supports factory reverse camera retention where the vehicle is equipped with a compatible original camera system. This allows the factory camera to continue displaying through the upgraded Pioneer touchscreen where supported.

Antenna Connection

An antenna adaptor is included to assist with connecting the vehicle's original antenna system to the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT.

Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-Inch Touchscreen

The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features a 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with a 1,024 x 600 resolution. The large display provides a clear and responsive interface for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, navigation, music and compatible connected functions. The ultra-shallow chassis design also makes the DMH-AP6850BT well suited to vehicle-specific aftermarket installations where available dashboard space and mounting depth need to be considered.

Wireless Apple CarPlay

The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides wireless Apple CarPlay, allowing compatible iPhones to connect without requiring a USB cable. Apple CarPlay provides access to supported navigation, music, phone and messaging applications directly through the Pioneer touchscreen. Compatible applications can include Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, Spotify, Apple Music and other supported services. Wired Apple CarPlay is also supported.

Wireless Android Auto

Compatible Android smartphones can connect using wireless Android Auto or through a wired connection. Android Auto provides access to compatible navigation, music, calls, messages and supported applications through the 9-inch Pioneer touchscreen. For customers searching for an Isuzu D-Max Android Auto head unit, Holden Colorado Android Auto head unit or Holden Colorado Apple CarPlay stereo, the DMH-AP6850BT provides a modern connectivity solution.

Bluetooth 5.4

Built-in Bluetooth 5.4 provides wireless connectivity for compatible smartphones. Bluetooth can be used for hands-free phone calls and wireless audio streaming while keeping your smartphone connected to the Pioneer head unit.

Dual AHD Camera Inputs

The DMH-AP6850BT features dual AHD 1.0 camera inputs, providing additional camera connectivity for compatible installations. When combined with the Aerpro AKIZ1B camera retention adaptor, the system can retain the factory reverse camera where supported by the vehicle. Additional compatible camera systems can also be incorporated into the Pioneer head unit installation.

Premium Pioneer Audio Processing

The DMH-AP6850BT provides advanced audio processing and is an excellent foundation for upgrading the factory sound system in a Holden Colorado, Isuzu D-Max or Isuzu MU-X. Audio features include:

• 50W x 4-channel MOSFET amplifier
• Premium 48-bit dual-core DSP
• 3-way network mode
• Manual time alignment
• High-pass filter
• Low-pass filter
• Subwoofer control
• 3 x RCA pre-outs
• 4V pre-out voltage

The 4V RCA pre-outs provide a strong platform for adding aftermarket amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers as part of a larger Holden Colorado sound system upgrade or Isuzu D-Max audio upgrade.

OEM Integration & Steering Wheel Control Setup

The Aerpro AKIZ1B uses its supplied steering wheel control interface rather than relying on Pioneer CAN Bus features for this installation. During Pioneer setup, the steering wheel control configuration should be selected through: Menu ? Steering Wheel Control ? With Adapter rather than selecting CAN Bus Adapter during initial setup. Feature retention is dependent on the individual vehicle, factory equipment and head unit configuration.

Full HD USB Video Playback

The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT supports Full HD video playback via USB and provides USB connectivity for compatible devices and media. USB functionality is subject to the vehicle installation configuration and available retained factory connections.

Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT Key Features

• 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen
• 1,024 x 600 resolution
• Wired Apple CarPlay
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Wired Android Auto
• Wireless Android Auto
• Bluetooth 5.4
• WebLink
• WebLink Cast
• WebLink Browser for Android
• Dual AHD 1.0 camera inputs
• Full HD USB video playback
• OEM CAN Bus support on compatible configurations
• Pioneer shortcut keys
• Ultra-shallow chassis
• 50W x 4 MOSFET amplifier
• Premium 48-bit dual-core DSP
• 3-way network mode
• Manual time alignment
• High-pass and low-pass filters
• Subwoofer control
• 3 x RCA 4V pre-outs
• AM/FM tuner
• RDS
• Best Station Memory

Aerpro AKIZ1B Features

• Designed for selected Holden Colorado, Colorado 7, Isuzu D-Max and Isuzu MU-X models
• 9-inch trapezoid radio installation solution
• Black vehicle-specific fascia
• Steering wheel control interface
• Steering wheel control patch lead
• Steering wheel controls retained where supported
• Factory phone button retained where supported
• Factory reverse camera retention where equipped
• Camera retention adaptor included
• Antenna adaptor included

Important Installation Information

The Aerpro AKIZ1B is designed for universal 9-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket radios. It is not designed for standard DIN or double-DIN head units. The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT is supplied as the head unit in this package. The head unit ISO harness is not included with the AKIZ1B kit. An Aerpro APP8 Head Unit Secondary ISO Harness is recommended and is sold separately. The AKIZ1B does not support Pioneer CAN Bus features and instead uses the supplied steering wheel control adapter. The kit is not compatible with Holden MyLink systems. Factory feature retention is dependent on the vehicle's original equipment and head unit configuration.

Professional Holden Colorado & Isuzu Head Unit Installation

Installing a 9-inch aftermarket head unit into a Holden Colorado, Isuzu D-Max or Isuzu MU-X involves more than simply mounting a touchscreen into the dashboard. Correct fascia alignment, wiring, steering wheel control configuration, camera integration and antenna connectivity all need to be considered when completing the installation. Using the correct Aerpro AKIZ1B installation kit with the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides a vehicle-specific approach to upgrading the factory stereo while retaining compatible original vehicle functions. Strathfield Car Radios can professionally install and integrate Holden Colorado head units, Isuzu D-Max stereos, Isuzu MU-X head units, Apple CarPlay systems, Android Auto head units, reverse cameras and complete car audio upgrades.

Holden Colorado & Isuzu D-Max Pioneer Stereo Upgrade

The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT + Aerpro AKIZ1B provides a complete 9-inch touchscreen stereo upgrade solution for selected Holden Colorado, Holden Colorado 7, Isuzu D-Max and Isuzu MU-X models. With wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth 5.4, a 9-inch touchscreen, dual AHD camera inputs and advanced Pioneer DSP audio processing, the DMH-AP6850BT brings modern smartphone connectivity and audio technology to these vehicles. The Aerpro AKIZ1B supplies the vehicle-specific installation components required to integrate the Pioneer head unit while retaining important factory functions including steering wheel controls, the factory phone button and reverse camera functionality where supported. If you're searching for a Holden Colorado head unit upgrade, Holden Colorado Apple CarPlay, Holden Colorado Android Auto, Holden Colorado stereo replacement, Isuzu D-Max head unit upgrade, Isuzu D-Max Apple CarPlay, Isuzu D-Max Android Auto, Isuzu MU-X stereo upgrade, Isuzu MU-X Apple CarPlay, 9-inch Pioneer head unit or aftermarket 4WD stereo, this Pioneer and Aerpro combination provides a purpose-built upgrade solution.

Product Compatibility

Vehicles: Holden Colorado, Holden Colorado 7, Isuzu D-Max, Isuzu MU-X
Model Years: Holden Colorado 2012-2014, Colorado 7 2012-2014, Isuzu D-Max 2012-2020, Isuzu MU-X 2013-2021
Head Unit: Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT
Installation Kit: Aerpro AKIZ1B
Screen: 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen
Apple CarPlay: Wired / Wireless
Android Auto: Wired / Wireless
Bluetooth: Version 5.4
Factory Reverse Camera: Retained where equipped and compatible
Steering Wheel Controls: Retained where equipped and compatible Compatibility and factory feature retention can vary according to vehicle specification, factory equipment and original vehicle system. Please confirm compatibility before purchase.