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Will Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD fit the stock head unit?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by ystasino, Feb 2, 2011.

  1. ystasino

    ystasino Active Member

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    I have searched for an affordable car stereo and come up with the Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD 5.8-Inch In-Dash Touchscreen Double-Din DVD Multimedia A/V Receiver which is very well reviewed on Amazon.

    However as it is not stocked by Crutchfield, I am unable to find whether it will fit the Prius and wanted to ask if anyone here has used this unit, how they installed it or if they went to a specialty shop to get it installed.

    I mostly listen to internet radio from my phone while driving these days but it would be nice to get better sound from the existing speakers.

    Thanks!
     
    #1 ystasino, Feb 2, 2011
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    kathleenlepirate New Member

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    Yes, it should. I just installed a AVH-3300BT. Check out this post. You'll just need a PAC SWI-PS instead of a PAC SWI-JACK.
     
    #2 kathleenlepirate, Feb 24, 2011
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    Can you post some pics of your install? How does it look in the sun?

    Thanks!!
     
    #3 steelersmobile, Feb 25, 2011
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    I actually haven't put in the plastic side pieces yet because I'm waiting on an extension cord to loop the iPod cable in the dash, but I wanted to answer your question. Here are two pictures - in the sun. You can see it doesn't look awesome, but generally, it's readable. I haven't had a problem using it at all. I'll post more pictures when I actually get the side pieces in. The screen is offset for the controls on the left, which seems obvious but then it's sort of weird how the screens don't align.
     

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    Thanks looks AWESOME!! I have a AVH-P3200BT on its way. I dont have a prius yet...been trying to buy one for 3 weeks all keep getting sold before I can get to the dealership. Im so excited! I do websecurity (IT)and love techie stuff, I think this car is for me. I will upload some pics once I get a prius and put it in. Love this forum.
     
    #5 steelersmobile, Mar 6, 2011
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    Note, I am using a Panavise bracket with a Dice DCR-50 mount for my iPhone on the right (Mount not shown)
     
    #6 kathleenlepirate, Mar 8, 2011
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