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Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-Inch Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Head Unit + Aerpro AKTO2 Toyota Hilux 2015-2020
Upgrade your Toyota Hilux 2015-2020 with the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-inch touchscreen head unit and Aerpro AKTO2 vehicle-specific installation kit. This complete Toyota Hilux stereo upgrade combines Pioneer's advanced smartphone connectivity and audio technology with a purpose-built Aerpro installation solution designed to integrate a 9-inch or 10-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket head unit into the Hilux dashboard.
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 AKTO2 provides the vehicle-specific fascia, wiring interfaces and integration components required to install the Pioneer head unit while retaining important factory functions including steering wheel controls, the factory phone button, factory reverse camera where equipped, AUX input and factory USB connectivity.
This makes the package an ideal solution for customers searching for a Toyota Hilux head unit upgrade, Toyota Hilux Apple CarPlay, Toyota Hilux Android Auto, Toyota Hilux stereo upgrade, Toyota Hilux Pioneer head unit, Toyota Hilux 9-inch head unit or Toyota Hilux aftermarket stereo.
Upgrade Your Toyota Hilux Factory Stereo
If you're looking to replace the factory stereo in your Toyota Hilux with a larger touchscreen and modern smartphone connectivity, the Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT provides a significant technology upgrade while the Aerpro AKTO2 provides the vehicle-specific installation components required for the conversion.
The 9-inch touchscreen provides a large, clear interface for navigation, music, phone calls and compatible smartphone applications. With wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, compatible smartphones can connect to the Pioneer head unit without requiring a USB cable. Wired connectivity is also supported.
The result is a modern Toyota Hilux stereo upgrade that replaces the limitations of an older factory radio with current-generation smartphone connectivity and a large touchscreen display.
Aerpro AKTO2 Toyota Hilux Installation Kit
The Aerpro AKTO2 is a vehicle-specific installation kit designed for Toyota Hilux 2015-2020 models. It is developed to suit universal 9-inch and 10-inch trapezoid-shaped aftermarket radios and provides the components required to complete the installation while retaining important factory vehicle functions.
Aerpro AKTO2 Kit Includes
- Gloss black fascia kit
- Steering wheel control interface harness
- Steering wheel control patch lead
- 9-inch and 10-inch radio adaptor
- Antenna adaptor
- Camera retention adaptor
- Factory USB retention harness
The vehicle-specific fascia is designed to provide a clean, integrated appearance within the Toyota Hilux dashboard while the supplied wiring and interfaces assist with connecting the Pioneer head unit to the vehicle's original systems.
Toyota Hilux Factory Feature Retention
The Aerpro AKTO2 is designed to retain important Toyota Hilux factory functions when used with compatible equipment.
Steering Wheel Controls
The AKTO2 retains the Toyota Hilux steering wheel controls, including the factory phone button, allowing compatible head unit functions to continue to be controlled directly from the steering wheel.
Factory Reverse Camera
The installation kit supports factory reverse camera retention where the vehicle is equipped with the compatible factory camera system.
AUX Input
The factory AUX input is retained through the appropriate installation configuration, providing continued connectivity for compatible devices.
Factory USB
The supplied factory USB retention harness allows the original USB connection to be retained where supported by the vehicle.
Factory Amplifier
The Aerpro AKTO2 does not support factory amplifier retention. This kit is designed for Toyota Hilux configurations without a factory amplifier.
Vehicle Menu
The factory vehicle menu is not retained through the AKTO2 installation configuration.
Actual feature retention can vary depending on the vehicle specification, factory equipment and head unit configuration.
Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT 9-Inch Touchscreen
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features a 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 functions. The flat-screen design provides a modern appearance while Pioneer's shortcut keys provide quick access to commonly used controls.
Wireless Apple CarPlay for Toyota Hilux
Connect your compatible iPhone wirelessly and access Apple CarPlay directly through the Pioneer 9-inch touchscreen.
Apple CarPlay provides access to compatible navigation, music, phone and messaging applications through the Pioneer display. Compatible applications can include services such as Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze, Spotify, Apple Music and other supported applications.
Both wired and wireless Apple CarPlay are supported by the DMH-AP6850BT.
Wireless Android Auto for Toyota Hilux
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, making the DMH-AP6850BT an excellent Toyota Hilux Android Auto head unit upgrade.
Bluetooth 5.4 Connectivity
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT features Bluetooth 5.4 for compatible smartphones.
Bluetooth connectivity allows supported devices to be connected for hands-free phone calls and wireless audio streaming while keeping your smartphone connected to the Pioneer head unit.
Camera Connectivity
The DMH-AP6850BT features dual AHD 1.0 camera inputs, providing additional flexibility for compatible camera installations.
The Aerpro AKTO2 includes a dedicated camera retention adaptor for compatible Toyota Hilux models equipped with the factory reverse camera system.
Premium Pioneer Audio
The DMH-AP6850BT incorporates advanced Pioneer audio processing, making it an excellent foundation for a Toyota Hilux 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 as part of a more comprehensive Toyota Hilux sound system upgrade.
OEM Integration & Steering Wheel Control Setup
The Aerpro AKTO2 does not use Pioneer CAN Bus features for this Toyota Hilux installation. Instead, the kit includes a dedicated steering wheel control adapter.
During Pioneer setup, the steering wheel control configuration should be selected through:
Menu > Steering Wheel Control > With Adapter
Do not select CAN Bus Adapter during the initial setup when using the AKTO2 steering wheel control adapter.
This configuration is specific to the Aerpro AKTO2 installation and is important for correct steering wheel control operation.
Full HD USB Playback
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT supports Full HD video playback via USB and provides USB connectivity for compatible devices and media.
The factory USB connection can also be retained through the Aerpro AKTO2 factory USB retention harness where supported by the vehicle and installation 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
- 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
- HPF and LPF
- Subwoofer control
- 3 x RCA 4V pre-outs
- AM/FM tuner
- RDS
- Best Station Memory
Aerpro AKTO2 Features
- Designed for Toyota Hilux 2015-2020
- Gloss black vehicle-specific fascia
- 9-inch / 10-inch trapezoid radio adaptor
- Steering wheel control interface
- Steering wheel control patch lead
- Steering wheel controls retained
- Factory phone button retained
- Factory reverse camera retained where equipped
- Factory AUX input retained
- Factory USB retained where supported
- Camera retention adaptor included
- Antenna adaptor included
- Factory amplifier not supported
- Factory vehicle menu not retained
Important Toyota Hilux Installation Information
The Aerpro AKTO2 is designed specifically for universal 9-inch and 10-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 and is paired with the vehicle-specific Aerpro AKTO2 installation components to create a complete Toyota Hilux head unit upgrade.
The head unit ISO harness is not included with the AKTO2 kit. An Aerpro APP8 Head Unit Secondary ISO Harness is recommended and is sold separately.
The AKTO2 does not support Pioneer CAN Bus features and instead uses its supplied steering wheel control adapter. Feature retention is dependent on the vehicle's factory equipment and the head unit configuration.
Professional Toyota Hilux Head Unit Installation
Installing a modern head unit into a Toyota Hilux involves more than simply fitting a new stereo into the dashboard. Correct fascia alignment, wiring, steering wheel control configuration, camera retention and USB integration all need to be considered.
Professional installation using the correct Aerpro AKTO2 installation kit helps ensure the Pioneer head unit is correctly integrated with the Toyota Hilux factory system.
Strathfield Car Radios can professionally install and integrate Toyota Hilux head units, Apple CarPlay stereos, Android Auto head units, reverse cameras and complete car audio upgrades.
Toyota Hilux Pioneer Stereo Upgrade
The Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT + Aerpro AKTO2 provides a complete 9-inch touchscreen stereo upgrade for Toyota Hilux 2015-2020 models.
With wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth 5.4, a 9-inch touchscreen, camera connectivity and advanced Pioneer DSP audio processing, the DMH-AP6850BT brings modern connectivity and audio technology to the Toyota Hilux.
The Aerpro AKTO2 provides the vehicle-specific installation components needed to integrate the Pioneer head unit while retaining important factory functions including steering wheel controls, the factory phone button, reverse camera where equipped, AUX and USB, subject to vehicle configuration.
If you're searching for a Toyota Hilux head unit upgrade, Toyota Hilux Apple CarPlay, Toyota Hilux Android Auto, Toyota Hilux stereo replacement, Toyota Hilux Pioneer head unit, Toyota Hilux 9-inch stereo, Toyota Hilux radio upgrade or Toyota Hilux aftermarket head unit, this Pioneer and Aerpro combination provides a purpose-built upgrade solution.
Product Compatibility
- Vehicle: Toyota Hilux
- Model Years: 2015-2020
- Head Unit: Pioneer DMH-AP6850BT
- Aerpro Installation Kit: AKTO2
- Screen: 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay: Wired / Wireless
- Android Auto: Wired / Wireless
- Bluetooth: Version 5.4
- Steering Wheel Controls: Retained, including phone button
- Factory Reverse Camera: Retained where equipped
- Factory USB: Retained where supported
- Factory Amplifier: Not supported
Compatibility and factory feature retention can vary according to vehicle specification and factory equipment. Please confirm compatibility before purchase.
