Description
Mercedes-Benz & Volkswagen 9-Inch Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Head Unit + Aerpro AKMC2 Installation Kit
Upgrade your compatible Mercedes-Benz or Volkswagen vehicle with the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-inch touchscreen head unit and Aerpro AKMC2 vehicle-specific installation kit. This complete aftermarket stereo upgrade combines Pioneer's latest smartphone connectivity, Bluetooth technology and advanced audio processing with a purpose-designed Aerpro installation solution for selected Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles.
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 AKMC2 provides the vehicle-specific fascia, steering wheel control interface, patch lead and antenna adaptor required to install a compatible 9-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket head unit into the original dashboard.
This package is an ideal solution for customers looking for a Mercedes-Benz head unit upgrade, Mercedes Apple CarPlay, Mercedes Android Auto, Mercedes 9-inch head unit, Volkswagen head unit upgrade, Volkswagen Apple CarPlay, Volkswagen Android Auto, Volkswagen 9-inch stereo, Pioneer head unit upgrade or aftermarket car stereo.
Mercedes-Benz & Volkswagen Head Unit Upgrade
Replacing an older factory radio with a modern Pioneer touchscreen can transform the entertainment, navigation and smartphone connectivity of your vehicle.
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides a large 9-inch touchscreen interface for music, navigation, hands-free calling and compatible smartphone applications.
With wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, compatible smartphones can connect to the Pioneer without requiring a USB cable. Wired connectivity is also available.
The combination of the Pioneer head unit and Aerpro AKMC2 installation kit provides a practical solution for upgrading compatible Mercedes A-Class, Mercedes B-Class, Mercedes Sprinter, Mercedes Viano, Mercedes Vito and Volkswagen Crafter vehicles.
Aerpro AKMC2 Mercedes & Volkswagen Installation Kit
The Aerpro AKMC2 is a vehicle-specific installation kit designed for a range of Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles from approximately 2005-2018.
Compatible Vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 – 2005-2011
- Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 – 2005-2011
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – 2007-2018
- Mercedes-Benz Viano – 2008-2011
- Mercedes-Benz Vito W639 – 2006-2014
- Volkswagen Crafter – 2007-2013
The kit is designed to accommodate a compatible 9-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket head unit while providing the necessary vehicle integration components for the installation.
Aerpro AKMC2 Kit Includes
- Black fascia kit
- Steering wheel control interface harness
- Steering wheel control patch lead
- Antenna adaptor
The vehicle-specific fascia helps provide a cleaner, integrated appearance when installing the Pioneer 9-inch head unit into the original dashboard.
Factory Feature Retention
The correct vehicle-specific installation kit is important when replacing a factory stereo. The Aerpro AKMC2 is designed to retain selected factory functionality while integrating the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT.
Steering Wheel Controls
The AKMC2 retains factory steering wheel controls, including the phone button where equipped.
This allows compatible audio and phone functions to continue to be controlled from the original steering wheel controls.
Factory Reverse Camera
Factory reverse camera retention is not supported by the AKMC2.
Where a reverse camera is required, the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides camera connectivity for a compatible aftermarket camera.
AUX & USB
The AKMC2 does not provide retention of the factory AUX or USB inputs.
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides its own USB connectivity for compatible devices and smartphone integration.
Factory Amplifier
The AKMC2 is designed for vehicles without a factory amplifier.
Vehicle Menu
The factory vehicle menu is not retained through the AKMC2 installation configuration.
Feature retention can vary depending on the exact vehicle specification and factory equipment.
Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-Inch Touchscreen
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features a large 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with 1,024 x 600 resolution.
The large display provides a clear and responsive interface for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, music, Bluetooth and compatible connected services.
The modern 9-inch screen provides a significant visual and functional upgrade over many original factory stereos fitted to older Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles.
Wireless Apple CarPlay
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT supports wireless Apple CarPlay, allowing compatible iPhones to connect without plugging the phone into the head unit.
Apple CarPlay provides access to supported navigation, music, phone and messaging applications directly through the Pioneer touchscreen.
Compatible services can include Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, Spotify, Apple Music and other supported applications.
Wired Apple CarPlay is also supported.
Wireless Android Auto
Compatible Android smartphones can connect using wireless Android Auto or a wired connection.
Android Auto provides access to compatible navigation, music, calls, messages and supported smartphone applications through the Pioneer 9-inch touchscreen.
For customers searching for a Mercedes Android Auto head unit, Mercedes Apple CarPlay stereo, Volkswagen Android Auto head unit or Volkswagen Apple CarPlay stereo, the DMH-AP6850BT provides a modern touchscreen solution.
Bluetooth 5.4
Built-in Bluetooth 5.4 provides wireless connectivity for compatible smartphones.
Bluetooth can be used for hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming while keeping your smartphone connected to the Pioneer head unit.
Dual Camera Inputs
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features dual AHD 1.0 camera inputs, providing additional camera connectivity for compatible installations.
Although the AKMC2 does not retain the factory reverse camera, the Pioneer provides the ability to connect a compatible aftermarket reverse camera or additional vehicle camera.
Premium Pioneer Audio Processing
The DMH-AP6850BT incorporates advanced Pioneer audio processing, making it an excellent foundation for a Mercedes-Benz or Volkswagen sound system upgrade.
- 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 also provide a strong platform for adding aftermarket amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers in the future.
OEM Steering Wheel Control Integration
The Aerpro AKMC2 includes a dedicated steering wheel control interface to integrate compatible factory steering wheel controls with the Pioneer head unit.
The kit does not use Pioneer CAN Bus features for this installation. Instead, the supplied steering wheel control adapter is used.
During Pioneer setup, select:
Menu → Steering Wheel Control → With Adapter
rather than selecting CAN Bus Adapter during initial setup.
Feature retention remains dependent on the vehicle specification and head unit configuration.
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
- 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 AKMC2 Features
- Designed for selected Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles
- Suitable for Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 2005-2011
- Suitable for Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 2005-2011
- Suitable for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2007-2018
- Suitable for Mercedes-Benz Viano 2008-2011
- Suitable for Mercedes-Benz Vito W639 2006-2014
- Suitable for Volkswagen Crafter 2007-2013
- Suitable for compatible 9-inch trapezoid radios
- Black vehicle-specific fascia
- Steering wheel control interface
- Steering wheel control patch lead
- Factory steering wheel controls retained where equipped
- Factory phone button retained where equipped
- Antenna adaptor included
Important Installation Information
The Aerpro AKMC2 is designed specifically 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 AKMC2 kit. An Aerpro APP8 Head Unit Secondary ISO Harness is recommended and is sold separately.
The AKMC2 does not support Pioneer CAN Bus features and instead uses its supplied steering wheel control adapter.
Feature retention is dependent on the vehicle's original equipment and the head unit configuration.
Professional Mercedes-Benz & Volkswagen Head Unit Installation
Installing a modern 9-inch aftermarket head unit into a Mercedes-Benz or Volkswagen involves more than simply fitting a larger screen into the dashboard. Correct fascia alignment, wiring, steering wheel control integration, antenna connection and head unit configuration all need to be considered.
Using the correct Aerpro AKMC2 installation kit provides the vehicle-specific components required to achieve a cleaner and properly integrated Pioneer installation.
Strathfield Car Radios can professionally install Mercedes-Benz head units, Volkswagen head units, Apple CarPlay stereos, Android Auto head units, reverse cameras and complete car audio upgrades.
Mercedes-Benz & Volkswagen Pioneer Stereo Upgrade
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT + Aerpro AKMC2 provides a modern 9-inch touchscreen stereo upgrade for compatible Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen vehicles.
The combination brings wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth 5.4, a large 9-inch touchscreen, dual camera inputs and advanced Pioneer DSP audio processing to compatible vehicles.
The Aerpro AKMC2 provides the vehicle-specific installation components and steering wheel control integration required to install the Pioneer into the original dashboard.
If you're searching for a Mercedes-Benz head unit upgrade, Mercedes Apple CarPlay, Mercedes Android Auto, Mercedes 9-inch stereo, Mercedes Pioneer head unit, Volkswagen head unit upgrade, Volkswagen Apple CarPlay, Volkswagen Android Auto, Volkswagen 9-inch stereo, Volkswagen Pioneer head unit or aftermarket car stereo, this Pioneer and Aerpro combination provides a complete upgrade solution.
Product Compatibility
Compatible Vehicles: Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169, Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Viano, Mercedes-Benz Vito W639 and Volkswagen Crafter
Vehicle Years: 2005-2018 depending on model
Head Unit: Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT
Aerpro Installation Kit: AKMC2
Screen: 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen
Apple CarPlay: Wired / Wireless
Android Auto: Wired / Wireless
Bluetooth: Version 5.4
Steering Wheel Controls: Yes, where equipped
Factory Reverse Camera: Not retained
Factory AUX: Not retained
Factory USB: Not retained
Factory Amplifier: Not supported
Compatibility and factory feature retention can vary according to vehicle model, specification, factory equipment and head unit configuration. Please confirm compatibility before purchase.
