How to Update a Pioneer Navigation System

Let an in-dash GPS unit take the strain out of your journey.

Established in 1937, Pioneer has been making car stereos and home audio products for decades. Some Pioneer car stereo systems feature satellite navigation systems that work in a similar fashion as other GPS products on the market. Although Pioneer offers several models of car stereos with navigation systems, the updating process for them is the same.

Things You'll Need

• Micro SD card

Instructions

1. Insert the Micro SD card into your computer.

2. Go to the Pioneer website and navigate to the "Navigation, CD, and DVD Receivers" page (see References). Choose the model you own.

3. Locate the firmware update link and click on it. Download the firmware to your computer. Double-click on the file to extract it.

4. Locate the unzipped "AVICZ110" folder and copy it on to the Micro SD card. Once complete, remove the card and push it into the SD card slot of your Pioneer GPS device. Wait for up to 10 minutes for the firmware to be installed. Your Pioneer device has now been updated.

Tips & Warnings

• Register your GPS device with Pioneer to receive automated email updates when new firmware updates become available for your unit.

• Check what firmware version your system is using by pressing "Home" on the device then "Settings" before selecting "System Settings." Press "Service Information" and then press down and hold your finger in the upper left hand corner of the display. You may find that you have the latest version and there is no need to update.

• Always copy the firmware folder into the top directory of your Micro SD Card.

References

• Pioneer: Navigation, CD, and DVD Receivers