Do you have to connect the phone to the Car stero only through the usb cord? Bluetooth would not allow you to use the maps just through Bluetooth or do you still have to connect your phone to the radio to perform this function? null

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pitdoug1998 · Accepted Answer

All units, even new cars, require the cord for full functionality.

Chris · Answer

To use the maps, you have to connect the phone to the stereo through the usb cord. The stereo will then auto detect either Android Auto or Apple Car Play and then allow you to choose which map app you would like to use.

Answered by Chris 8 years ago

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Bababooey · Answer

Yes, you can connect your iphone directly to the device. Also the same with the Android. This receiver supports both. Apple Car Play is awesome allowing you to control apps (must be compatible with carplay) through the car receiver screen.

As far as for example getting texts, You can simply "Hey Siri" and then say "Play my unread messages" and it will do that. Or say "Send Text message to John Doe" and the receiver will respond with asking you what you want to say, then read it back to you and confirm before sending.

Jesse · Answer

You have to use the usb for apple CarPlay or android auto for any thing other than music and phone calls

Tony · Answer

I believe it will work without hooking up to usb cord.. although I haven’t tried it without hooking it to the usb.. I’m using a different pioneer radioin a different car and it streams my Bluetooth directions.that radio does not use a screen it’s just a single din w/Bluetooth

Answered by Tony 8 years ago

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“Do you have to connect the phone to the Car stero only through the usb cord? Bluetooth would not allow you to use the maps just through Bluetooth or do you still have to connect your phone to the radio to perform this function?”

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