Pioneer shows off car infotainment tech at Bangkok Motor Show

BANGKOK, March 22, 2016 (Antara/PRNewswire) -- Pioneer Electronics Asia Centre, a leader in car infotainment, will be showcasing its comprehensive product ecosystem at the 37^th Bangkok International Motor Show (BMS). Event attendees can not only see the company's newest hero products, including its car receivers, amplifiers and speakers, but also experience next-generation entertainment and connected car solutions through professional demonstrations.


"Many of our products at BMS 2016 represent the pinnacle of modern in-car infotainment, and boast some of the finest technologies and innovation available today. For our valued customers, they can expect nothing less from Pioneer, from more superior sound quality to seamless smartphone integration, and an exciting content mix," said Mr. Isao Nomura, Deputy General Manager of Business Planning and Marketing Division, Pioneer Electronics Asia Centre.





ROUND-UP OF HERO PRODUCTS

• AVH-X8850BT multimedia receiver -- This latest flagship model promises a truly unparalleled driving experience. Smarter and now compatible with even more popular apps such as Spotify thanks to integrated Apple CarPlayⁱ, and Pioneer's proprietary AppRadioMODE and AppRadioLIVE.
• GM-D9604 four-channel amplifier (amp) -- Easily one of the most powerful and versatile multi-channel amps from Pioneer's Champion Series, yet is around 50 percent more compact than conventional models on the market.
• TS-D1730C and TS-A1606C component speakers -- These premium speaker packages are targeted at discerning music lovers. The TS-D1730C is developed to reproduce amazingly open and smooth sound, while the TS-A1606C stands out with its high dynamic range. Both also come with a pair of high-quality crossover networks.
• TS-W261D4 and TS-WX120A subwoofers -- The TS-W261D4 is another Champion Series product offering an innovative construction to achieve clearer and deeper bass. Meanwhile, the TS-WX120A is an ultra-compact model with uncompromising powerful bass.

MUST-TRY DEMONSTRATIONS

• Apple CarPlay -- A smarter, safer and more fun way to use iPhone® in the car. Consumers can use Siri® voice control to make and receive calls, compose and respond to text messages, access Apple Maps for navigation, and listen to their music and podcasts.
• Spotifyⁱⁱ -- Enjoy over 30 million songs via the world's largest online music-streaming service. Moreover, users can conveniently browse, search and select titles directly from either the receiver or phone.
• Pioneer ARCⁱⁱⁱ -- For iPhone and Android smartphone users, this free application is a complete in-car entertainment solution, optimised to seamlessly access content from both the receiver and connected device.

For further information, please visit booth D1 during the Bangkok International Motor Show on 22 March (official press day) or between 23 March and 3 April. Pioneer product experts are available on site to provide a guided tour and assistance. For more up-to-date news and event coverages, please visit the Pioneer Car Entertainment Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PioneerCarEntertainment.




To download the high-res product images, go to https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wtlalq8f3sxjsj5/AAB9PDCFOBQ57TFylcuFxE0pa?dl=0.




All highlighted products are already retailing across Asia, except for the new flagship AVH-X8850BT multimedia receiver. This model will be available at all Pioneer authorized dealers from the end of March onwards. As actual product availability varies by country, please contact the following Pioneer representative or your local Pioneer office.







Additional notes:




i. Apple CarPlay is currently available only in Singapore, India and Thailand. Apple Maps function is also not supported in India and Thailand.
ii. Spotify is currently available only in Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines.
iii. Pioneer ARC is only applicable for selected Pioneer CD and digital media receivers.
iv. Androidâ„¢ is a trademark of Google Inc.
v. Spotify® is the registered trademark of the Spotify Group.




About Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre (PAC) Pte. Ltd.




The regional headquarters of Pioneer Corporation since 1992, Pioneer's core business is in car audio visual. Pioneer aims to be a leading aftermarket manufacturer and supplier to leading car brands, providing comprehensive infotainment solutions for in-car, by developing next-generation devices and innovative cloud services for the growing connected car market. For more information, please visit www.pioneer.com.sg.




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