Pioneer Premier DEH-P790BT - Radio / CD / MP3 player - Full-DIN - in-dash - 50 Watts x 4 Review

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(More customer reviews)Overall, I'm happy with the Pioneer bluetooth unit. I can use it for my Zune, make and receive calls through my bluetooth phone, and it automatically detects my phone when i get into the car. If i am having a conversation on my phone while walking to the car, i can get into the car and it detects the phone and switches to bluetooth use automatically and quickly, without the person on the other end of the line even knowing. I've also been told that there is very little background noise when driving and talking, so the reception is very clear for the person on the other end of the line.
My main complaint is that the pioneer system does not have voice-command dialing on its own, but only through the phone, and when in the voice-command mode it does not play voice prompts through either the car or phone speakers, but just shows results on the screen. In contrast, my inexpensive stand-alone bluetooth headset can prompt back through the phone speakers, which makes voice recognition really easy (e.g. it asks, "do you mean call John at work or John at home?"). I'd love to be able to do this through the car stereo, but the Pioneer bluetooth system does not initiate use of the speakers until the phone number is being dialed. (This means that i have to look at the prompts on my smartphone's screen while trying to do voice dialing -- as a result, i can't really use voice-dialing while driving.) It does have a speed-dialing option, but i haven't set it up yet.
My other major complaint is that I wasn't able to get the Pioneer unit to upload my Motorola Q address book. (In contrast, when testing in the store, the Parrot on display was able to upload my Q's information.)
It would also be great if one could upload one's own little animated movies to the screen.


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Take Control of your in-car entertainment. The DEH-P790BT gives you that power with Built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology along with Direct Control for your iPod. This receiver also comes with a Pure Blue OEL display and the capability of playing back formats such as MP3, WMA and WAV. It also has Apple iTunes AAC compatibility in order to play CDs with AAC files ripped using Apple's iTunes Media Player. The DEHP790BT comes with a built in AM/FM radio with 30 presets, and is even Sirius/XM satellite radio ready! And no matter the source, this receiver will put power behind all your music with its 50 watt per channel, 4 channel MOSFET amplifier. So sit back, take control and enjoy one of Pioneers exciting entertaining receivers! Sirius/XM satellite radio ready Pure Blue OEL (Organic Electro-Luminescent) Display Built-in Rear Auxiliary Input Multi-Language Display

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Pioneer Deh-P9800Bt In-Dash Cd/Mp3 Receiver With Oel Display Review

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(More customer reviews)While certainly not a cheap unit, this device is worth every cent. It basically has all the high-end features you expect in a Premier deck, but it also has Bluetooth! So I won't bother talking much about the awesome sound quality, great color LCD that is very easy to read in ANY lighting condition, or the many extra audio features. :)
Since Bluetooth is of course the feature that sold me on the unit, let's talk more about that. (If you want more info on non-Bluetooth stuff, check out the P7800MP).
I have it paired with my Sprint PPC-6700 PDA phone (latest firmware), and it works great. First thing to note that is your BT phone may not support all the features available. For example, the signal meter, battery level, and phone book transfer don't seem to be supported with my model. Also keep in mind that the manual does indicate that almost all of the "extra" Bluetooth features may or may not work on your particular phone. This is typically the result of your phone not supporting all the bluetooth "protocols" it uses.
The PDA paired up just fine, and once "registered," the P9800BT will remember your phone. It also has an "Auto Connect" feature, that when enabled, will always look for your phone and happily connect to it when it's in range (typically within about 10-20ft).
So here is what happens when you get a call:
1. The phone rings through your stereo (you can pick a few built-in ringers) and the music is muted for you.
2. Caller ID is displayed on the bright/clear LCD (phone number only - unless you programmed or transferred a phone book)
3. You press the handy "Multi-Function" button to answer your call (there is an "auto-answer" feature available) and you are Live with your caller.
4. When the call is over, you may hang up yourself, or wait for the caller to hang-up.
5. Then the music starts playing where it left off.
My friends still can't get over how cool that is. :) But what if you want to make a phone call? You've got a few more options!
1. Dial the number on the remote.
2. Use the built-in phonebook (if you transferred or created one yourself) to pick the number to dial.
3. Use call history to dial a previous number
4. Or the way I prefer - use voice recognition! I simply press the Telephone button and then hold down the "Band" button. Then using the voice recognition already programmed in my PPC-6700, say the caller's name, and it dials for you.
So if you've used a hands-free ear-piece with your BT phone, it's rather similar.
This unit is installed in a 2000 Z71 Tahoe with exhaust and big all-terrain tires. So this isn't exactly a "quiet" environment. Which is why I've been very pleased with the call quality. No static, no echo, and both myself and caller can hear each other just fine. If there is an echo, it is because I have the volume turned WAY up (and only the caller hears the echo.) The mic is mounted on the sun visor, but can be mounted anywhere that works in your vehicle (dash, steering column, etc).
And to wrap things up, here are a few pro's/con's regarding the unit as a whole.
Pros:
- Has all the awesome features of a loaded pioneer head-unit (WAY too many to list here, check out the online manual)
- Excellent sound quality with any source (Thanks to 24-bit D/A converter and DSP w/ 16-band EQ)
- Mini-Jack (1/8") stereo connection on back of receiver (in addition to the typical pioneer proprietary connection for auxiliary sources).
- Impressive color LCD that can be easily read at night or in direct sun-light
- Bluetooth works surprisingly well... and reliable!
- Auto connection feature for Bluetooth phones
- Included mic works great
- Rather cheap considering all the features you get (about $400 at time of review).
Cons:
- Won't work with a typical GM/Pioneer wiring harness (must be hard wired)
- Doesn't work with some of the "minor" extra Bluetooth features on my phone (probably my phones fault there).
- The new "Multi-Function" button takes some getting used to.
- There have been a few rare instances where BT wouldn't automatically pair up with my PDA. Could be the PDA and/or receiver though.
- People will think you are crazy talking to yourself while driving.
Overall, *most* of the initial setup is straight forward - just keep the manual handy for the BT stuff. :) I've tried many other "portable" hands-free units; none worked nearly as well as this one. So if you've got BT and want hands-free, I highly recommend this unit!


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