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Old 12-23-07, 08:35 PM
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Default Pioneer D3 or Z2? I got the money for both

which one i cant make up my mind guys
Old 12-24-07, 05:10 AM
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Default Go Z2

I would go with the Z2 mainly because it is a hard drive unit with all the nav and software stored there. The D3 only has on CD slot because you are suppose to either leave the nav disk in or enter you location so it can store the route in memory (which then allows you to remove the nav disk so you can play cd, etc.). Lots of nice features on the Z2 but it is twice the cost of the D3. If you want two cd slots, go with the older D2. Also, consider the Panasonic CN-NVD905U. You can see it at :

http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-e...00000000005702

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Old 01-01-08, 06:25 PM
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i say u get the D3 best bang for the buck..and get a ipod and ur good togo..navi and ipod at the same time.
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....z2....
Old 01-02-08, 10:18 AM
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IMO go with the d3..........get the ipod adapter and/or cd changer and you will still come out cheaper. the only benefit to the z2 is hard drive. save that extra money for other mods!!!!!
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Originally Posted by dusouth
IMO go with the d3..........get the ipod adapter and/or cd changer and you will still come out cheaper.
If you do a search there's a member on here who sells a PCboard that will convert your factory Pioneer changer to be used with the D3.
Old 01-02-08, 03:16 PM
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How big is the D3's screen compared to the Z2?
Old 01-06-08, 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by chrispy
How big is the D3's screen compared to the Z2?
6.1 as opposed to 7'
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looks like ill be going with the d3 then... i was doing a little reading i saw that there are problems with installing the d3 with the factory sub and amp because i dont think i'll be instlaling my 2 12' subs in my car from my es300 because theres no more room in my trunk if i install it
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Another vote for Z2.
Old 01-12-08, 09:47 PM
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Z2's aren't the best and lots or problems have been reported with them. I would get an Eclipse AVN-5510. Great bang for the buck and extensive EQ adjustment. Plus it has 5V preouts instead of 2V.
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I've just purchaed the D3 today with the JDM Aristo d-din plate and my friend from West Coast Customs is putting it in on Sunday...He said it is an easy task...
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Z2 since i have a Z1 and it's the best unit ever.
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The only problem with the D3 is that you can't use Nav and listen to a CD at the same time.
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I've just had my D3 installed a few hours back... amazing quality and bang for your buck. Don't forget to purchase JDM double din face plate as it is perfect install. There is no need to fuss with cutting and fitting the aftermarket double din and repainting it.


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