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Optional Firmware Update (Version 1.03) for 2013 Navigation Models:
AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH
In this manual, iPhone® 5 and iPod® touch fifth generation will be referred to as “iPhone with Lightning
connector.”
The following preparatory steps must first be undertaken in order to connect an iPhone with Lightning
connector to your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH and use AppRadio Mode.
A. Download the firmware update files
B. Update the firmware on your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH
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A. Downloading the firmware update files IMPORTANT Please download and print these AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH Firmware Update instructions before downloading and installing the firmware update. It is very important that you complete all steps correctly and in the order described below. WARNING! This firmware update applies only to AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH units sold in the United States and Canada. Installing the update on other products could seriously damage the unit. NOTE:
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B. Updating the firmware on your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH IMPORTANT • Please DO NOT perform any further steps of this firmware update if the model number is anything other than AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH • For the AVIC-Z150BH, the model number is located to the left of the volume buttons. • For the AVIC-X950BH, the model number is located centrally, just below the touchscreen. SD Card or microSD Card Device Requirements: • AVIC-Z150BH, SD or SDHC card, formatted to FAT16 or FAT3
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4. Insert the SD Card or microSD Card into your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH. • The system will automatically recognize the firmware update file, reboot, and start the update process within a minute. • If the AV Source screen was not set to [OFF] prior to inserting the SD card or microSD card, you will only see a black screen and the above update screen will not be visible. If this is the case, do not turn off power or eject the SD Card or microSD Card for at least 5 minutes as the upd
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5. With the “Program forced write” screen displayed, press the ‘HOME’ button on your AVIC-X950BH or AVIC-Z150BT. • The “Program forced write [System uCom Write]” screen will appear: Program forced write [System uCom Write] 1.SD 2.USB SD -> uCom Progress EU132SYS [ 8.06 ] [ 8.0x ] [ ] 2 1 [LEFT/RIGHT]Select Media [MENU]ENTER [AV]BACK • Confirm the that 1) The SD Version shows 8.06 and 2) the uCom version is lower than 8.06.
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8. Press the ‘HOME’ button on your AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH to view the “Program forced write [System uCom Write]” screen. 9. Confirm that the uCom version shows 8.06: Program forced write [System uCom Write] 1.SD 2.USB SD -> uCom Progress EU132SYS [ 8.06 ] [ 8.06 ] [ ] [LEFT/RIGHT]Select Media [MENU]ENTER [AV]BACK 10. Eject the SD card or microSD card and turn the vehicle’s key to the OFF position to power off your AVI
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C. Verifying System Application Version 1. Turn your vehicle’s key to the ON position and power up your AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH. 2. Press the ‘HOME’ button on your AVIC-X950BH or AVIC-Z150BT to view the main home screen menu: 3. Press the ‘INFORMATION’ icon to display the system information screen:
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4. Touch and hold the letters ‘INFO’ in the word Information at the upper left corner of the screen to access the service information screen: 5. Confirm that the Application Version shows 1.030000
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D. Pairing and Connecting Your iPhone with Lightning Connector via Bluetooth Wireless Technology IMPORTANT • If you have previously paired your iPhone with Lightning connector to the AVIC-Z150BH or AVIC-X950BH, you will have to re-register and connect your device after the firmware update has been completed. Please refer to the “Registering and connecting a Bluetooth device” in your owner’s manual for additional details. 1. Once you have initially paired your iPhone with Lightnin
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3. The next screen will ask “Is this Android?” • Select “No” 4. “Is this device equipped with a Digital AV/VGA Connector?” • Select “Yes” 5. The screen will then display “Do you want to set this device for the AppRadio Mode?”: • Select “Yes” 6. The screen will then confirm your AppRadio Mode selection : • Press “OK”
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7. Lastly, the display will notify you that “Bluetooth device setting completed.” • Press “OK” 8. Your iPhone with Lightning connector is now connected via Bluetooth and ready for AppRadio Mode.
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E. Connecting Your iPhone with Lightning Connector IMPORTANT • The Pioneer CD-IH202 AppRadio Mode HDMI Interface Cable Kit for iPod/iPhone is required (sold separately). • A Lightning to USB Cable (Apple Inc. product- supplied with iPhone or sold separately) and a Lightning Digital AV Adapter (Apple Inc. product, sold separately) are also required. • AppRadio Mode should only be used in the connection configuration shown. Do not use any other configuration when connecting your devic
