Car Media Receiver Pioneer FH-S820DAB zwart 200 W Bluetooth

The Pioneer FH-S820DAB is a 2-DIN car receiver combining Bluetooth, DAB+/Digital Radio and smartphone connectivity. It supports hands-free calling, wireless audio streaming, and simultaneous connection of two Bluetooth phones. The unit features an integrated DAB/DAB+ tuner with Time Shift for pausing and rewinding live broadcasts, USB input for charging and playback, FLAC playback and multi-colour illumination for dashboard matching. Built-in 3 RCA outputs and a MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier provide options for connecting external speakers, subwoofers or amplifiers, while a 13-band graphic equalizer and Time Alignment help optimise sound for different vehicles.

Advantages

The receiver delivers clear digital radio reception via the DAB+ tuner and is Digital Radio Tick Mark approved following independent testing. Bluetooth provides wideband hands-free calling and A2DP/AVRCP streaming with artist, album and track control. Pioneer Smart Sync app and Spotify compatibility allow easy smartphone integration, while iPhone Direct Control and Android compatibility enable direct device control and playback. The device reads FLAC files for lossless audio and offers extensive sound tuning with a 13-band graphic EQ and Time Alignment. Time Shift lets you pause and rewind live DAB broadcasts for more flexible listening.

Key specifications

• Form factor: 2-DIN receiver
• Radio: DAB / DAB+ tuner with Time Shift
• Bluetooth: HFP, A2DP, AVRCP; connect two phones simultaneously
• Amplifier: MOSFET 50 W x 4
• Audio formats: FLAC playback (lossless)
• EQ: 13-band graphic equalizer; Time Alignment
• Connections: USB input (playback/charging), 3 RCA outputs
• App support: Pioneer Smart Sync, Spotify integration
• Illumination: Multi-colour display and key illumination

How to use

Install the FH-S820DAB into a standard 2-DIN slot and connect power, speakers and any external amplifiers via the RCA outputs. Pair your smartphone over Bluetooth for hands-free calls and wireless audio streaming, or connect via USB for charging and playback. Use the built-in DAB/DAB+ tuner to select digital radio stations; the Time Shift function lets you pause, rewind and resume live broadcasts. Adjust sound using the 13-band graphic EQ and Time Alignment to suit vehicle acoustics.

Recommendations

The unit is suitable for drivers who prioritise clear DAB+ reception, flexible smartphone integration and detailed sound tuning; for optimal audio performance, pair it with quality speakers and, if needed, an external subwoofer or amplifier via the RCA outputs.