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RenegadeXR · 01-12-2021, 03:00 AM

Thought this was interesting:
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/p...eiver-modular/

I am seeing more and more designs where the screen and receiver for a head unit are separate and only use single-DIN. These should make installation way easier for existing dash kits like the PAC RPK5-GM4101 / RPK5-GM4102 because you'll have way more room for cable routing, and technically, you can use a bigger screen than those were originally intended for so long as don't mind it jutting out a bit. But this also opens the option for new dash kit designs in the future where the screen could float higher, possibly more in line with the look of the OEM touchscreens of the 2013+.

From the press release:

"'With the DMH-WC5700NEX, Pioneer provides an automotive upgrade solution for many different vehicles that typically have been extremely restrictive or even impossible with regard to the installation of an aftermarket in-dash receiver, including several popular late model Chevrolet vehicles such as the Silverado and Camaro,' said Ted Cardenas, vice president of marketing for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. 'With this solution, owners of these vehicles now have an option for adding Amazon Alexa, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and more to enhance and upgrade their driving experience.'"

01-12-2021, 03:00 AM	#1
RenegadeXR Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,849	New Modular Receiver - Pioneer DMH-WC5700NEX Targets Cars Like Camaro Thought this was interesting: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/p...eiver-modular/ I am seeing more and more designs where the screen and receiver for a head unit are separate and only use single-DIN. These should make installation way easier for existing dash kits like the PAC RPK5-GM4101 / RPK5-GM4102 because you'll have way more room for cable routing, and technically, you can use a bigger screen than those were originally intended for so long as don't mind it jutting out a bit. But this also opens the option for new dash kit designs in the future where the screen could float higher, possibly more in line with the look of the OEM touchscreens of the 2013+. From the press release: "'With the DMH-WC5700NEX, Pioneer provides an automotive upgrade solution for many different vehicles that typically have been extremely restrictive or even impossible with regard to the installation of an aftermarket in-dash receiver, including several popular late model Chevrolet vehicles such as the Silverado and Camaro,' said Ted Cardenas, vice president of marketing for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. 'With this solution, owners of these vehicles now have an option for adding Amazon Alexa, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and more to enhance and upgrade their driving experience.'" __________________ Disclaimer: Unless specific sources are cited, all of the above is my subjective opinion. No warranties, expressed or implied, are granted. This is a car forum, after all.