Pioneer AVH3300 BT - Toyota Yaris Forums

dzcab · 04-25-2011, 11:14 AM

Well I upgraded my speakers in my Yaris over the weekend and I am dissapointed with the results. I was also going to add a line out converter and add a sub that I have but I decided against it because I believe it will sound even crappier. I am sure the reason I am dissapointed with the upgrade is because our factory head unit is garbage. I have decided to upgrade the headunit and went on Amazon and purchased the Pioneer AVH-3300 BT. I have a few questions. Does anyone know how to do the Parking Brake bypass on this unit? I have read somewhere that you need a relay and cannot ground it like you were able to do in the past with these types of radios. Also, I would appreciate if anyone can give me some ideas of where would be the best place to put the Bluetooth Mic. I have some ideas where to place mic but I am not sure if where I would like to place the mic it will be good enough to be heard clearly. I will post up pics of the install over the weekend.

Midnightsun · 04-25-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dzcab

Well I upgraded my speakers in my Yaris over the weekend and I am dissapointed with the results. I was also going to add a line out converter and add a sub that I have but I decided against it because I believe it will sound even crappier. I am sure the reason I am dissapointed with the upgrade is because our factory head unit is garbage. I have decided to upgrade the headunit and went on Amazon and purchased the Pioneer AVH-3300 BT. I have a few questions. Does anyone know how to do the Parking Brake bypass on this unit? I have read somewhere that you need a relay and cannot ground it like you were able to do in the past with these types of radios. Also, I would appreciate if anyone can give me some ideas of where would be the best place to put the Bluetooth Mic. I have some ideas where to place mic but I am not sure if where I would like to place the mic it will be good enough to be heard clearly. I will post up pics of the install over the weekend.

Talk about coincidence. I was researching the same unit just this morning. Can be had on ebay for 337 delivered and the bypass is on ebay also for less than $10. Just do a search on ebay for "AVH-P3300BT" and everything should pop up. I was a little disappointed it did not have the rear camera option but everything else seem perfect in all reviews I have read so far.

custom Lftback · 04-25-2011, 12:45 PM

i have the earlier model... 3100. I've had it almost 2 years and still love it. not glitches. great radio and screen quality. You'll like it

dzcab · 04-25-2011, 05:30 PM

Anyone have good bluetooth mic location?

mazilla · 04-25-2011, 05:52 PM

Bypass can be done with any standard 5 pin automotive relay(about 4 dollars). All you do is run 12v(86), ground(85), and parking brake sensor wire(87), then use a jumper to connect the ground to the other open pin(85&30).Tape the heck out of it and tuck the relay behind the head unit when you put it back. I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago.

Midnightsun · 04-25-2011, 10:25 PM

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I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago.

How do you like it in general? Especially bluetooth and iphone operation? did you need to purchase a din adapter or does the unit fit as is? What about wiring, any special harness required?

mazilla · 04-25-2011, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Midnightsun

How do you like it in general? Especially bluetooth and iphone operation? did you need to purchase a din adapter or does the unit fit as is? What about wiring, any special harness required?

I don't use the bluetooth, but my Iphone runs flawlessly...I can control my pandora through the head unit which was crucial. The touchscreen is nice, and there are a good amount of features, color options, etc.

The unit fits, you just need the two plastic spacers for the sides and It looks factory when all said and done. You will need a harness, think it was something like 90's to current Toyota IIRC, but don't quote me. Install took about 40 minutes, but I take my time and heat shrink wrap all of my connections, etc...I'm kinda a stickler when it comes to wiring things.

For the price(I paid 300.00 OTD from a friend, everything included) I'm very very pleased with it....I paid 3,000 for my last in dash, but that was over 10 years ago.

dzcab · 04-26-2011, 11:14 AM

[QUOTE=mazilla;575873]Bypass can be done with any standard 5 pin automotive relay(about 4 dollars). All you do is run 12v(86), ground(85), and parking brake sensor wire(87), then use a jumper to connect the ground to the other open pin(85&30).Tape the heck out of it and tuck the relay behind the head unit when you put it back. I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago.

Is (86) the Amp Remote instead of Power Antenna? and if I am running a sub amp do I run the same remote wire from the relay to the amp?

mazilla · 04-26-2011, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mazilla

Bypass can be done with any standard 5 pin automotive relay(about 4 dollars). All you do is run 12v(86), ground(85), and parking brake sensor wire(87), then use a jumper to connect the ground to the other open pin(85&30).Tape the heck out of it and tuck the relay behind the head unit when you put it back. I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago.

Is (86) the Amp Remote instead of Power Antenna? and if I am running a sub amp do I run the same remote wire from the relay to the amp?

You can do that too, you just need a 12v source that powers on with the radio. I like to use a source that's not going to be utilized elsewhere, but it doesn't really matter.

Lil Abner · 04-26-2011, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by dzcab

Is (86) the Amp Remote instead of Power Antenna? and if I am running a sub amp do I run the same remote wire from the relay to the amp?

Yeah, use the Amp Remote instead of the power antenna wire. That bypass works great, as I've used it in numerous installs.

Lil Abner · 04-26-2011, 12:23 PM

Mazilla, I think he means the amp turn on compared to the antenna, since some headunits only send power to the antenna output when the radio (AM/FM) is on. So potentially, while watching a DVD, you might not have that trigger to the relay.

BTW, watching old Simpson's episodes while driving is awesome!!

dzcab · 05-23-2011, 05:45 PM

I have been so busy lately but I figured I would give an update. I ordered this radio from Amazon and it is one of the best radios I have ever had. I know it is only a $349.00 radio but it does everything I need and more. I have Netflix that I can stream from my iPhone as well as personal videos that I take on my iphone and videos from You Tube, also you can use Navigation from Motion X GPS for a mere .99 cents that will play on the screen. The Pandora works seamless with your iPhone and also the Bluetooth connection is very easy to use and I have yet to have any problems. I recommend this radio to whoever has an iPhone as this is a great radio at a really good price. I have added some pics so you can see how the radio matches the dash lights.

Longsx3 · 07-15-2011, 12:01 AM

dzcab;
We are looking at putting a new HU in our daughters 08 yaris, would love to have the control on the steering wheel, would you mind sharing how you did that?

dzcab · 07-17-2011, 10:04 PM

You can get this on amazon.com. I put it in that location on wheel cause it's best location for reading head unit. My wife likes it there and she use to it now.

Here is a link
http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Cdsr10...9QOWW/ref=pd_2

Longsx3 · 07-17-2011, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dzcab

You can get this on amazon.com. I put it in that location on wheel cause it's best location for reading head unit. My wife likes it there and she use to it now.

Here is a link
http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Cdsr10...9QOWW/ref=pd_2

Thank you!

fnkngrv · 06-05-2011, 10:56 PM

great to hear that you are enjoying the HU. I have been mulling over picking it up as well. I think that the Pandora integration is a huge step forward however I am seriously disappointed in the market when it comes to only going the extra mile for the iPhone. I really wish that someone would step it up and start to support the open formats that the different Android handsets have. I also read on a couple forums that there is a demo mode that can't be disabled on the 3300? Lastly, Crutchfield has it listed as supporting the rearview camera...is this an error on their part or does it?

Midnightsun · 06-06-2011, 09:43 AM

Yep, supports rear view camera no problem.

ciscobear · 06-15-2011, 10:49 PM

Thanks to mazilla for his excellent diagram. I installed my AVH-3300BT tonight without any hassle.

Yarisworld is an excellent resource.

04-25-2011, 11:14 AM	#1
dzcab Drives: 2011 3Dr Hatch Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 37	Pioneer AVH3300 BT Well I upgraded my speakers in my Yaris over the weekend and I am dissapointed with the results. I was also going to add a line out converter and add a sub that I have but I decided against it because I believe it will sound even crappier. I am sure the reason I am dissapointed with the upgrade is because our factory head unit is garbage. I have decided to upgrade the headunit and went on Amazon and purchased the Pioneer AVH-3300 BT. I have a few questions. Does anyone know how to do the Parking Brake bypass on this unit? I have read somewhere that you need a relay and cannot ground it like you were able to do in the past with these types of radios. Also, I would appreciate if anyone can give me some ideas of where would be the best place to put the Bluetooth Mic. I have some ideas where to place mic but I am not sure if where I would like to place the mic it will be good enough to be heard clearly. I will post up pics of the install over the weekend.

04-25-2011, 12:45 PM	#3
custom Lftback View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Toyota Yaris Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,054	i have the earlier model... 3100. I've had it almost 2 years and still love it. not glitches. great radio and screen quality. You'll like it __________________ C-Lift -------------------------------------------------------------- Current Mods: MI Armrest; Full LED conversion (interior and exterior); RS spoiler; Tinted windows; Tanabe DF210 lowering springs; aftermarket door speakers; 12" RF P3 subwoofer with custom box wrapped in Neffy; seat covers; HID 8000K headlights; HID 3000K foglights; 13mm PG hub spacers; muffler delete with dual tip; eyelids; and.. A little red Domo mascot!

04-25-2011, 05:52 PM	#5
mazilla advocatus diaboli Drives: 07 Yaris hatch Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: San Jacinto California Posts: 1,126	Bypass can be done with any standard 5 pin automotive relay(about 4 dollars). All you do is run 12v(86), ground(85), and parking brake sensor wire(87), then use a jumper to connect the ground to the other open pin(85&30).Tape the heck out of it and tuck the relay behind the head unit when you put it back. I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago. __________________ -Type 07 FFL- My odometer 03/11 http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/b...a/2843ed85.jpg

06-05-2011, 10:56 PM	#16
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	great to hear that you are enjoying the HU. I have been mulling over picking it up as well. I think that the Pandora integration is a huge step forward however I am seriously disappointed in the market when it comes to only going the extra mile for the iPhone. I really wish that someone would step it up and start to support the open formats that the different Android handsets have. I also read on a couple forums that there is a demo mode that can't be disabled on the 3300? Lastly, Crutchfield has it listed as supporting the rearview camera...is this an error on their part or does it? __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

04-25-2011, 05:30 PM	#4
dzcab Drives: 2011 3Dr Hatch Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 37	Anyone have good bluetooth mic location?

04-26-2011, 11:14 AM	#8
dzcab Drives: 2011 3Dr Hatch Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 37	[QUOTE=mazilla;575873]Bypass can be done with any standard 5 pin automotive relay(about 4 dollars). All you do is run 12v(86), ground(85), and parking brake sensor wire(87), then use a jumper to connect the ground to the other open pin(85&30).Tape the heck out of it and tuck the relay behind the head unit when you put it back. I just did this install with the same head unit in my Yaris about three weeks ago. Is (86) the Amp Remote instead of Power Antenna? and if I am running a sub amp do I run the same remote wire from the relay to the amp?

04-26-2011, 12:23 PM	#11
Lil Abner Drives: 2009 3dr LB Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dublin, Ohio Posts: 412	Mazilla, I think he means the amp turn on compared to the antenna, since some headunits only send power to the antenna output when the radio (AM/FM) is on. So potentially, while watching a DVD, you might not have that trigger to the relay. BTW, watching old Simpson's episodes while driving is awesome!!

07-15-2011, 12:01 AM	#13
Longsx3 Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Land O Lakes FL Posts: 6	dzcab; We are looking at putting a new HU in our daughters 08 yaris, would love to have the control on the steering wheel, would you mind sharing how you did that?

07-17-2011, 10:04 PM	#14
dzcab Drives: 2011 3Dr Hatch Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 37	You can get this on amazon.com. I put it in that location on wheel cause it's best location for reading head unit. My wife likes it there and she use to it now. Here is a link http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Cdsr10...9QOWW/ref=pd_2

06-06-2011, 09:43 AM	#17
Midnightsun Drives: 2006 Yaris RS 5DR White Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 19	Yep, supports rear view camera no problem.

06-15-2011, 10:49 PM	#18
ciscobear Drives: Toyota Belta Join Date: May 2011 Location: Barbados Posts: 196	Thanks to mazilla for his excellent diagram. I installed my AVH-3300BT tonight without any hassle. Yarisworld is an excellent resource.