Head Unit PIONEER AVH-170: reviews of the owners

In this article we will talk about the radio tape recorder from the "Pioneer". The Pioneer AVH-170 G model works on a Bluetooth wireless module. With their sister model AVH-170, they are completely analogous. The release took place in 2015.

Car radio specifications

The power amplifier of the device is 50 W * 4. There is an audio and video input (output), so you can work with DVD and CD-ROM. Built-in display. Its size is 6.2 inches. A USB connector is available. The screen resolution is 320 * 240 pixels. In addition, you can pay attention to the fact that the radio has a graphic equalizer for 5 bands. The main color of the backlight is green. The case of the device is black. The guarantee is valid for up to 12 months. A more detailed review of the Pioneer AVH-170 - later in the article.

Additional Device Settings

The package includes two speakers, a frame, an ISO connector, a USB extension cable. There is nothing superfluous you will not find. The new model received a CD-DVD drive, on the back there is a USB connector. The screen is created using WVGA video technology. Near the screen on the left side is the panel where the control buttons are located. It may seem at first glance that they are sensory, but this is not so. They are mechanical. In general, the management is convenient. The instruction for Pioneer AVH-170 is included.

Rear panel device

In order to understand how good the receiver Pioneer AVH-170 (reviews on this issue are controversial), you need to look at the back panel. Here on the left you can see: USB, then the video output, under it there is an input for the camera. Usually, there are rear view matrices, there is an audio input, it is a standard mini-jack. Next to it is the output for the rear subwoofer, a bit to the right of the line output. Then you can see the main connector for the radio, the input for the adapter, to control the buttons on the steering wheel, as well as a special port for the antenna.

Menu

It is necessary to say a few words about the menu. According to reviews, Pioneer AVH-170 does not change the color of the backlight (if you talk about buttons), but you can change the theme of the image yourself. Three design options are available: green, red and blue.

In the Russian translation of software you can see some inaccuracies, which is completely uncharacteristic of the technology from the company Pioneer. When choosing loudness, a choice is made between the lower, middle and high frequencies - LF, MF, HF. Many may not understand what the section answers for. The problem with the translation is obvious. It does not mean the frequency, but the level - LOW, MID, HIGH. This is a trifle, but people who do not understand and have not worked with such devices before, can be confused. In general, the menu is intuitive and intuitive. You can add individual items to Favorites.

Characteristics of sound

According to reviews, Pioneer AVH-170 has a very good sound, as well as other models from the manufacturer "Pioneer". The default is Powerfull (Powerful). This gives the device a brightness of sound, which contributes to the best sales when demonstrating its capabilities managers. When using a radio in the car, it is recommended to change the equalizer settings, if in the car there is also normal acoustics and a subwoofer. Therefore, the equalizer is recommended "gently" to avoid excessive sharpness of the sound.

Pioneer AVH-170: reviews

Of course, it is necessary to discuss positive feedback. There is an equalizer, the possibility of sounding at an average level, which corresponds to the cost of the device. The screen is noted as one of the best in its lineup. Some do not read the video, but it reproduces all the most popular formats. The receiver is two-inch, which drivers like very much. The screen is large, it is quite easy to read from it. Manage the device is also easy.

In general, we can say that for a small price the buyer receives an excellent device that allows you to watch movies and listen to music. Does not bulge when installed in the panel, looks great. The sensor works well, quite fast. The track can be rewound with ease, no need to pull the slider. The illumination of the buttons changes in the model G. Buyers are happy with this, because sometimes with a single theme of design it does not fit into the design of the car. You can turn on from the moment the playback is interrupted, even if it was from an external drive. The menu is as clear as possible, it is easy to understand. If you turn on the parking lights, the buttons and the screen darken. This feature is easily turned off in the settings.

Like any other device, it has drawbacks. They also need to be considered in order for buyers to understand what they are dealing with. In particular, it is worth paying attention to screen calibration. It's too bad. Sometimes after trying to do it, the display settings must be returned to the factory settings. Also, people do not like energy consumption when turned off. Many complain about the screen, saying that the pixels are too visible. Compare this display with the color screens of the first mobile phones. Again, you can select not to reproduce all video and audio formats, but this is considered to be the owners of an uncritical drawback.

Some consumers ask at the first meeting the question of how to turn off the Pioneer AVH-170. The device is basic, some users also do not like it. Moreover, many express dissatisfaction that the camera has to be bought separately. The screen is too dirty. You should always have a wipe next to you. To turn the device on or off, you have to wait about 7 seconds. This indicator, if the device works with CDs, the flash drive turns on quickly. The activation buttons for the device are not on the panel. To turn off the device in the machine, press the Off button, and then press the display off key. This is a bit inconvenient for the driver, although it is also considered a minor drawback. Because the buttons on the panel are small, you can easily miss. Moreover, many advise buying a separate wireless control panel. It will help to facilitate the work with the device.

Summing up

Summarizing, it is necessary to say that the radio tape recorder as a whole is good. She is in demand, and many consumers advise her. In general, the device is suitable for budget cars, such as "Lada", "Lada" and so on. The characteristics of Pioneer AVH-170 are described above, they are not bad. The large 6.2 "touch screen The Pioneer AVH-170 plays audio and video from virtually any source: CD, DVD, USB drives, and the latest generation of smartphones on the Android platform and iPhone.

You can purchase the device as an intermediate if there is no money for more modern expensive equipment, but there is a desire to buy it in the long term. In general, the design is modest, minimalist features predominate, but this is in principle popular with buyers, they do not pay attention to it. As already mentioned, the sound at a good level, if you watch movies or music, you can notice that the lower frequencies prevail, unlike the others. For fans of militants this news will be extremely joyful.