Avic-8100NEX + Focal Components Installed

white37014 · 04-12-2016, 11:27 AM

smokinsound · 04-12-2016, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by white37014

I saw this video. It doesn't even look like his head unit recognizes there is a Maestro hooked up. Maybe I'm mistaken. I know that the data that the idatalink and pioneer unit will display will vary from vehicle to vehicle. I wonder if we get enough data for our cars to make it worth the purchase. Here's one of the comments I read in that youtube link you posted.

"Hi,

We are sorry for the confusion. Pioneer NEX series radios will support retention of the OEM sources (such as Sync, BT, uConnect, etc.) and will put data on the secondary OEM screens. However, the radios were shipped to the market without the compatibility turned on as it was not ready. Pioneer said they expect to release a firmware update in May/June that will enable this functionality.

Regarding the other screens - Gauges, Vehicle info (Tire pressure) as well as Climate Control and Parking Assist (not applicable in your install) Pioneer did not implement the screens for these features in 2014 NEX radios. While we expect to se them added for 2015, we have no indication they will exist at all for 2014. I am sorry for the confusion.

When the serial connectivity goes live, you can enable it be updating your radio and reflashing your Maestro RR on our website."

white37014 · 04-13-2016, 08:18 AM

Well I went with a kenwood deck which will support gauges but what matters is our car each car differs what is supported I seem I can't find any answers from anybody even idatalink, I may just but the bullet when the deck comes in see what happens and report back

smokinsound · 04-16-2016, 10:35 PM

I'm going with the AVIC8200NEX + iDatalink. I'll report back. Looking forward to hearing about the Kenwood + idatalink once you get it installed.

smokinsound · 04-28-2016, 02:06 AM

Okay, I've got the 8200NEX and idatalink Maestro installed. I get basic monitoring functions over things like A/F ratio, RPM, speed, engine load, water & exhaust temp (I didn't see oil temp), etc. Added bonuses are 0-60 & 1/4 mile times. I do not get tire pressure monitoring or climate controls. Basically a few extra gauges, but no additional controls, or tire pressure monitoring, which I was hoping for -- but certainly isn't a deal breaker. All steering wheel controls have been retained, and I can activate google voice by pushing and holding the call button. If I push and hold the call end button, the gauge clusters come up on the screen (user customizable when programming the unit.) Be sure to disconnect the harness to the OEM bluetooth module when you install your new unit. Hope this helps for anyone else considering this mod.

Installed on 2013 Nismo w/ bluetooth, no nav.

white37014 · 05-02-2016, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by smokinsound

Okay, I've got the 8200NEX and idatalink Maestro installed. I get basic monitoring functions over things like A/F ratio, RPM, speed, engine load, water & exhaust temp (I didn't see oil temp), etc. Added bonuses are 0-60 & 1/4 mile times. I do not get tire pressure monitoring or climate controls. Basically a few extra gauges, but no additional controls, or tire pressure monitoring, which I was hoping for -- but certainly isn't a deal breaker. All steering wheel controls have been retained, and I can activate google voice by pushing and holding the call button. If I push and hold the call end button, the gauge clusters come up on the screen (user customizable when programming the unit.) Be sure to disconnect the harness to the OEM bluetooth module when you install your new unit. Hope this helps for anyone else considering this mod.

Installed on 2013 Nismo w/ bluetooth, no nav.

Nice man sounds like it worked out good still waiting on my new kenwood

LifeOfaZ · 05-05-2016, 04:58 PM

I want to install the AVIC-8200NEX as well to my 2013 sport, did you need a dash kit for it ?

smokinsound · 05-12-2016, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by LifeOfaZ

I want to install the AVIC-8200NEX as well to my 2013 sport, did you need a dash kit for it ?

Yes, you'll need a dash kit for any of the AVIC series double dins.

acelesson · 05-15-2016, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by smokinsound

Yes, you'll need a dash kit for any of the AVIC series double dins.

I just installed a 4200NEX in mine today and it fits flush and looks almost factory.

LifeOfaZ · 05-12-2016, 04:37 PM

Thanks for the info ! :thumbsup:

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jmacf40 · 05-27-2016, 01:04 PM

I also have the NEX 8100. This thin has horible radio reception! Anyone else experience this. I have to listen to my stations by burning phone data using radio apps via bluetooth. Is there a fix for this. I took it back to the installer and they said it's connected by one antenna cable so it is correct installation. Are pioneer head units known for this. $1,400.00 head unit and I can't get a basic radio channel?

04-12-2016, 11:27 AM	#1 (permalink)
white37014 Base Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Pa Posts: 114 Drives: 14 370 base sport 6t Rep Power: 11	https://youtu.be/d72QKIc1EwI

04-28-2016, 02:06 AM	#5 (permalink)
smokinsound Base Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 25 Drives: 2013 370Z Nismo MT6 Rep Power: 10	Okay, I've got the 8200NEX and idatalink Maestro installed. I get basic monitoring functions over things like A/F ratio, RPM, speed, engine load, water & exhaust temp (I didn't see oil temp), etc. Added bonuses are 0-60 & 1/4 mile times. I do not get tire pressure monitoring or climate controls. Basically a few extra gauges, but no additional controls, or tire pressure monitoring, which I was hoping for -- but certainly isn't a deal breaker. All steering wheel controls have been retained, and I can activate google voice by pushing and holding the call button. If I push and hold the call end button, the gauge clusters come up on the screen (user customizable when programming the unit.) Be sure to disconnect the harness to the OEM bluetooth module when you install your new unit. Hope this helps for anyone else considering this mod. Installed on 2013 Nismo w/ bluetooth, no nav. Z&I and white37014 like this.

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04-13-2016, 08:18 AM	#3 (permalink)
white37014 Base Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Pa Posts: 114 Drives: 14 370 base sport 6t Rep Power: 11	Well I went with a kenwood deck which will support gauges but what matters is our car each car differs what is supported I seem I can't find any answers from anybody even idatalink, I may just but the bullet when the deck comes in see what happens and report back

04-16-2016, 10:35 PM	#4 (permalink)
smokinsound Base Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 25 Drives: 2013 370Z Nismo MT6 Rep Power: 10	I'm going with the AVIC8200NEX + iDatalink. I'll report back. Looking forward to hearing about the Kenwood + idatalink once you get it installed.

05-05-2016, 04:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
LifeOfaZ Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Austin Posts: 14 Drives: 13 370z mdnght bl m6 Rep Power: 10	I want to install the AVIC-8200NEX as well to my 2013 sport, did you need a dash kit for it ?

05-12-2016, 04:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
LifeOfaZ Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Austin Posts: 14 Drives: 13 370z mdnght bl m6 Rep Power: 10	Thanks for the info ! :thumbsup: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-27-2016, 01:04 PM	#11 (permalink)
jmacf40 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Wilmington, Delaware Posts: 5 Drives: 09 370Z Black M6 Rep Power: 13	I also have the NEX 8100. This thin has horible radio reception! Anyone else experience this. I have to listen to my stations by burning phone data using radio apps via bluetooth. Is there a fix for this. I took it back to the installer and they said it's connected by one antenna cable so it is correct installation. Are pioneer head units known for this. $1,400.00 head unit and I can't get a basic radio channel?