Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB Apple CarPlay Android Auto Bluetooth DAB Radio Car Stereo

The Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB is a 2-DIN mechless car stereo with a 6.8" capacitive touchscreen, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB/DAB+ digital radio, and Bluetooth. It is part of Pioneer's SPH multimedia receiver range.

This listing is for the SPH-DA160DAB. Pioneer also offers wired and wireless CarPlay stereos including the Pioneer SPH-DA77DAB with wireless Apple CarPlay and the Pioneer SPH-DA360DAB wireless CarPlay stereo with a 6.8" screen.

Key specifications

• Screen: 6.8" capacitive touchscreen
• Installation type: 2-DIN
• Smartphone: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via USB cable, USB Mirroring for Android
• Radio: DAB/DAB+ (Digital Radio Tick Mark approved) and RDS FM
• Bluetooth: Hands-free calling (HFP) and audio streaming (A2DP/AVRCP)
• Amplifier: MOSFET 50 W x 4
• EQ: 13-band graphic equaliser
• RCA pre-outs: 3 (front, rear and subwoofer)
• Camera input: Yes

Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB overview

The 2-DIN SPH-DA160DAB connects to a compatible iPhone or Android phone via a single USB cable, enabling Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Waze from your dashboard. It also plays DAB/DAB+ digital radio and audio/video content from USB devices.

Bluetooth lets you stream music wirelessly or make hands-free calls. The 13-band graphic EQ lets you tailor sound to your preferences.

Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay gives iPhone users an intuitive way to make calls, use Maps, listen to music and access messages by touch or voice. Requires iPhone 5 or newer running the latest version of iOS.

Android Auto

Android Auto brings useful information to the screen in simple cards, designed to minimise distraction while driving. Compatible with Android phones running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later. Availability varies by device and region.

DAB+

The built-in DAB/DAB+ tuner delivers crystal-clear digital radio reception.

Digital Radio Tick Mark approved

All Pioneer products bearing the Digital Radio Tick Mark have been independently tested and verified against the minimum specification, so you can buy with confidence.

Bluetooth

Built-in Bluetooth supports Wide Band Speech hands-free calling (HFP), wireless audio streaming (A2DP), artist/album/song search and audio control (AVRCP). Simple pairing keeps things straightforward.

6.8" capacitive touchscreen

The fully flat touchscreen supports fast, responsive multi-touch gestures including pinch-to-zoom, swipe and scroll.

Mechafree

No disc drive — designed for modern digital music formats.

Made for iPod / iPhone

Directly control your iPod or iPhone for charging, music and video playback via an optional interface cable (sold separately). Song, artist, album and time information display on the touchscreen.

Compatible with Android

Listen to music stored on your Android device without needing a separate app.

USB input

Connect any USB device to charge it or play clean, clear audio.

Spotify

Connect your smartphone and browse playlists, albums, tracks and artists directly from the head unit controls.

Waze

Waze is a social GPS navigation app offering maps, real-time traffic and other information, accessible via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto on the large touchscreen.

FLAC

Plays FLAC lossless audio files at CD quality with no need to convert files first.

13-band graphic EQ

Fine-tune your audio output across 13 bands for a listening experience tailored to your preferences.

Siri Eyes Free

Access Siri through the unit's external microphone and your vehicle's speakers, keeping your eyes on the road.

Multi-colour illumination

Adjust the display and key illumination colour to match your vehicle's interior lighting.