Aerpro AKMZ1 9 Inch Install Kit to Suit Mazda BT-50 2012 to 2018 Compatible with Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT & Kenwood DMX80AXS

Quick answer

The Aerpro AKMZ1 is the dash panel, loom and SWC module that put a big trapezoid screen into a 2012 to 2018 Mazda BT-50.

Aerpro lists the Alpine INE-AW409S, Kenwood DMX80AXS, Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT, Aerpro AM9X and various Android units as matching screens.

Problems it solves

• A 9 inch screen in a dash made for a small factory radio. The black fascia fills the BT-50 opening around a trapezoid unit.
• Thumb controls on the BT-50 wheel dying with the old radio. The kit packs the SWC module and a patch lead.
• Parking sensor beeps that go quiet. Aerpro keeps the sensor tones and the AUX socket alive.

Specifications

• Vehicle: Mazda BT-50, 2012 to 2018
• Head unit shape: 9 inch trapezoid, not DIN or double DIN
• Retained: Steering wheel controls, AUX input, parking tones
• Not kept: Factory camera, USB, amp, vehicle menu
• Head unit harness: Aerpro APP8 to suit your radio, not included

Fitment and compatibility

Built for the 2012 to 2018 BT-50 ute and a trapezoid screen of about 9 inches. Square DIN chassis radios are out. Exactly which features carry over varies by head unit.

What is in the box

Inside the AKMZ1 kit: the black dash fascia, an antenna adaptor, plus the wheel control interface harness and its patch lead. Aerpro leaves out the radio side ISO harness.

Install notes

Pair the AKMZ1 with the APP8 lead that matches your radio brand. Pioneer owners set the wheel buttons in the steps in the FAQ below.

Warranty

This comes with the manufacturer's warranty through the Australian distributor. See the manufacturer's terms for details, plus our guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law.

FAQ about the AKMZ1

Is the AKMZ1 compatible with a double DIN stereo?

No. Aerpro built it for universal 9 inch trapezoid radios only. Square DIN chassis radios are out.

Which harness is needed with the AKMZ1 to connect my head unit?

The APP8 secondary ISO lead from Aerpro, matched to your radio. It is bought on its own. Exactly which features carry over varies by head unit. Pair the AKMZ1 with the APP8 lead that matches your radio brand.

Will my BT-50 camera, USB and trip menu survive the AKMZ1 swap?

No. Those three are lost, along with the factory amplifier. Inside the AKMZ1 kit: the black dash fascia, an antenna adaptor, plus the wheel control interface harness and its patch lead.

How do I set up wheel controls on a Pioneer with the AKMZ1?

Decline the first start CAN Bus question, then pick With Adapter under the Steering Wheel Control menu. Pioneer owners set the wheel buttons in the steps in the FAQ below.

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