Pioneer SPH-DA250DAB Apple CarPlay Android Auto Bluetooth DAB Radio Car Stereo

The Pioneer SPH-DA250DAB is a mechless double DIN 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 mechless head unit range.

This listing is for the SPH-DA250DAB. The Pioneer SPH mechless range is also available as the Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB and the Pioneer SPH-DA77DAB with wireless Apple CarPlay.

Key specifications

• Screen: 6.8" capacitive touchscreen
• Installation: 2-DIN, Mechafree
• Smartphone: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via USB, WebLink
• Radio: DAB/DAB+ and RDS FM
• Bluetooth: hands-free calling, audio streaming, 2 phones connected simultaneously
• Amplifier: MOSFET 50W x 4
• Sound: 13-band graphic EQ, auto EQ, auto time alignment, 3-way network mode
• Outputs: 3 RCA pre-outs (front, rear and subwoofer), 4V
• Inputs: dual camera input, rear USB (1A), rear AV aux-in

About the Pioneer SPH-DA250DAB

The SPH-DA250DAB connects to an iPhone or Android phone via a single USB cable, giving dashboard access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WebLink and Waze. It plays DAB/DAB+ digital radio and audio/video from USB devices, and streams music or handles hands-free calls over Bluetooth.

Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay lets you 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 mirrors useful information as simple cards on the head unit display, designed to minimise distraction while driving. Compatible with Android phones running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later. Availability varies by device and region.

WebLink

The WebLink app streams personalised music, video and other connected content from your phone to the head unit display.

DAB+

The built-in DAB/DAB+ tuner receives digital radio stations in clear digital quality. This unit carries the Digital Radio Tick Mark, meaning it has been independently tested and verified against the minimum DAB specification.

Bluetooth

Built-in Bluetooth supports hands-free calling (HFP), wireless audio streaming (A2DP) with artist, album and track search, and audio control (AVRCP). Two phones can be connected simultaneously.

6.8" Capacitive Touchscreen

The fully flat 6.8" capacitive touchscreen supports multi-touch gestures including pinch-to-zoom, swipe and scroll, with fast, responsive input.

Mechafree

The SPH-DA250DAB has no disc drive and is designed for modern digital music formats.

Made for iPod / iPhone

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

Compatible with Android

Play music stored on an Android device over USB without the need for a separate app.

USB Input

The rear USB input (1A) charges connected devices and plays audio and video content.

Dual Camera Input

Two camera inputs let you connect a rear-view camera and a front-facing camera simultaneously, useful for parking, towing and general visibility.

Spotify

Browse and play Spotify playlists, albums, tracks and artists directly from the head unit controls with your smartphone connected.

Waze

Waze displays real-time traffic, maps and navigation information on the unit's screen via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

FLAC

FLAC lossless audio files play back at CD quality directly from a USB device, with no conversion required.

13-band Graphic EQ

Fine-tune audio output across 13 bands. Auto EQ and auto time alignment are also available for quick, accurate sound calibration.

Multi Colour Illumination

Display and key illumination colour can be adjusted to match your vehicle's interior lighting.