{"product_id":"pioneer-avh-2550nex-6-8-capacitive-multimedia-dvd-receiver-carplay-android-auto","title":"Pioneer AVH-2550NEX 6.8\" Capacitive Multimedia DVD Receiver Carplay\/Android Auto","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePioneer AVH-2550NEX 6.8\" Capacitive Multimedia DVD Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers wired \u003cstrong\u003eApple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAndroid Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003e6-channel 4V preamp output\u003c\/strong\u003e, built-in \u003cstrong\u003eHD Radio\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSiriusXM-Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiDatalink Maestro\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM integration, a \u003cstrong\u003e13-band graphic EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e with built-in DSP and time alignment, and Pioneer's Vozsis platform with Amazon Alexa — all in a double-DIN DVD receiver with a 6.8\" WXGA touchscreen. At $649.99, the AVH-2550NEX is Pioneer's feature-rich multimedia receiver for enthusiast installers who need high-voltage preouts, OEM integration capability, and full smartphone connectivity in a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVH-2550NEX is built around three features that set it apart from entry-level receivers. The \u003cstrong\u003e6-channel 4V preamp outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — front, rear, and subwoofer — deliver a high-voltage, low-noise signal to external amplifiers, giving you clean signal routing for a full 3-amp system (front, rear, and mono sub) without a signal processor. The \u003cstrong\u003eiDatalink Maestro RR compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e enables deep OEM integration — retaining factory features like steering wheel controls, backup camera, factory amplifier, and vehicle information display in vehicles where standard aftermarket head units lose these functions. The \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in DSP\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a 13-band graphic EQ, auto and manual time alignment, listening position selector, crossover network (HPF\/Band Pass\/LPF), and Advanced Sound Retriever — a complete signal processing suite without a separate DSP unit. \u003cstrong\u003eApple CarPlay and Android Auto connect via USB\u003c\/strong\u003e for full smartphone integration. Bluetooth supports dual phone connection, A2DP, AVRCP 1.6, hands-free calling, and Sound Retriever Air for improved Bluetooth audio quality. \u003cstrong\u003eHD Radio is built in\u003c\/strong\u003e — no tuner required. \u003cstrong\u003eSiriusXM-Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e with a separately purchased tuner. The DVD optical drive plays CD, DVD, and a wide range of audio\/video formats. Pioneer Vozsis with Amazon Alexa enables voice control via the paired Vozsis app. WebLink enables additional smartphone app mirroring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVH-2550NEX is the ideal head unit for enthusiast builds requiring high-voltage preouts for a multi-amp system, iDatalink Maestro OEM integration for late-model vehicles, and a built-in DSP to eliminate the need for a separate signal processor. Contact us at Trinity Car Audio for iDatalink Maestro module compatibility for your specific vehicle and complete system design guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Pioneer AVH-2550NEX?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-Channel 4V Preamp Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front, rear, and subwoofer preouts at 4V — high-voltage, low-noise signal routing for a complete 3-amp system without a separate signal processor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eiDatalink Maestro RR Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep OEM integration for late-model vehicles — retain factory steering wheel controls, backup camera, factory amp, and vehicle information display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in DSP:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13-band graphic EQ, auto and manual time alignment, listening position selector, HPF\/Band Pass\/LPF crossover, and Advanced Sound Retriever — complete signal processing without a separate unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWired Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full smartphone integration via USB — calls, navigation, and music with Siri or Google Assistant voice control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHD Radio Built-In:\u003c\/strong\u003e No tuner required — access HD Radio stations with Artist Experience and multicasting out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiriusXM-Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add satellite radio with a separately purchased SiriusXM tuner — no additional receiver required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Phone Bluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect two phones simultaneously — A2DP, AVRCP 1.6, hands-free, Sound Retriever Air, and 5-phone registration memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePioneer Vozsis + Amazon Alexa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Voice control via the Vozsis app with Alexa integration for hands-free access to music, information, and smart home controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Compatibility Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVH-2550NEX is a standard double-DIN (2-DIN) head unit — fits any vehicle with a double-DIN dash opening. \u003cstrong\u003eiDatalink Maestro RR module is required for OEM integration\u003c\/strong\u003e (sold separately — contact us at Trinity Car Audio for the correct module and harness for your vehicle). Steering wheel control is retained via iDatalink Maestro or a compatible third-party adapter. Backup camera input is included — dedicated backup camera input plus a second A\/V or camera input. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto require USB connection — wireless CarPlay\/Android Auto is not supported. Remote control is included. A\/V inputs include: Input 1 (backup camera dedicated), Input 2 (AUX minijack), Input 3 (A\/V or 2nd camera). Auto EQ requires the CD-MC20 microphone (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePioneer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAVH-2550NEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-DIN (2-DIN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8\" WXGA (16:9)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch Panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApple CarPlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Wired USB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAndroid Auto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Wired USB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWebLink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePioneer Vozsis \/ Alexa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (via Vozsis app)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Built-in, Dual Phone, A2DP, AVRCP 1.6, HFP, SSP, SPP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrophone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhone Registration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 phones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSound Retriever Air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMode 1 \/ Mode 2 \/ Off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Power Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50W x 4-ch (4Ω) \/ 70W x 1-ch sub (2Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous Power Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22W x 4-ch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRMS Power (CTA-2006)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14W RMS x 4-ch (4Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA Preamp Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-ch (Front \/ Rear \/ Sub)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA Preout Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Ω (4Ω–8Ω allowable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEqualizer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13-Band Graphic EQ + Easy EQ (7 presets)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime Alignment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto \u0026amp; 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