Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB 9″ Floating Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Multimedia Receiver

Modern Connectivity. Flexible Installation. Premium Performance.

The Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB is a premium 9-inch floating multimedia receiver designed to bring the latest smartphone connectivity and entertainment features to almost any vehicle. With wireless Apple CarPlay®, wireless Android Auto™, DAB+ Digital Radio, Bluetooth® and built-in Wi-Fi®, it delivers a modern driving experience while maintaining exceptional installation flexibility.

Thanks to its innovative modular floating display, the SPH-DA97DAB is available in dedicated Single DIN and Double DIN versions, making it suitable for a wide range of vehicles including cars, vans, campervans and motorhomes.

Whether you’re upgrading an older vehicle or completing a custom installation, the SPH-DA97DAB combines premium functionality with a clean, factory-inspired appearance.

Key Features

9″ Floating Capacitive Touchscreen

The large 9-inch capacitive touchscreen offers sharp visuals and responsive touch controls, with support for intuitive gestures such as swipe, scroll and pinch-to-zoom.

Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™

Connect your smartphone wirelessly and enjoy safer access to navigation, phone calls, messages, music and compatible apps directly from the receiver’s display.

• Wireless & wired Apple CarPlay®
• Wireless & wired Android Auto™
• Voice assistant support
• Navigation via Apple Maps, Google Maps and Waze

Flexible Modular Installation

The modular design separates the display from the main chassis, providing greater installation flexibility for vehicles with limited dashboard space.

Available in:

• Single DIN Floating Installation
• Double DIN Floating Installation

Perfect for:

• Cars
• Vans
• Campervans
• Motorhomes
• Custom dashboard installations

Built-in Wi-Fi® & Bluetooth®

Enjoy cable-free smartphone connectivity with integrated Wi-Fi®, while Bluetooth® provides hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming for a safer, more convenient driving experience.

DAB+ Digital Radio

Listen to your favourite radio stations in crystal-clear digital quality with the integrated DAB+ tuner. The SPH-DA97DAB is also Digital Radio Tick Mark approved, giving you confidence in its performance and quality.

Pioneer Split Screen Mode

View Apple CarPlay® alongside the receiver’s own menu on the same display, making it easy to access music, radio and settings without leaving your navigation screen.

Pioneer PxLink Companion App

The Pioneer PxLink Companion App enhances your receiver with additional convenience, allowing you to:

• Customise shortcut buttons
• Change wallpapers
• Receive firmware update notifications
• Update compatible receivers with the latest firmware

Vehicle Bus Compatibility

When connected using an optional Pioneer Vehicle Bus adapter, compatible vehicles can retain and display factory vehicle information, including:

• Climate control
• Parking assist
• Vehicle gauges
• Other supported OEM vehicle information

Advanced Audio Controls

Create your perfect listening experience with Pioneer’s built-in audio tuning features, including:

• 13-Band Graphic Equaliser
• High Pass Filter (HPF)
• Low Pass Filter (LPF)
• Listening Position Selector
• Advanced Sound Retriever
• Subwoofer Control
• FLAC Lossless Audio Playback

Whether you’re using factory speakers or a fully amplified system, the SPH-DA97DAB provides the tools to optimise your audio performance.

Connectivity

The SPH-DA97DAB includes a comprehensive range of connections, including:

• Rear Camera Input
• 3 RCA Pre-Outs (Front, Rear & Subwoofer)
• Rear AV Auxiliary Input
• USB Input
• Steering Wheel Control Compatibility

What’s Included

• Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB Multimedia Receiver
• External Bluetooth Microphone
• GPS Antenna
• Installation Accessories
• User Documentation

Specifications

• 9.0″ Capacitive Floating Touchscreen (1024 × 600 WSVGA)
• Wireless & Wired Apple CarPlay®
• Wireless & Wired Android Auto™
• Built-in Wi-Fi®
• Bluetooth® Hands-Free Calling & Audio Streaming
• DAB+ Digital Radio
• Pioneer Split Screen Mode
• Pioneer PxLink Companion App
• Vehicle Bus Compatible (Optional Adapter Required)
• 13-Band Graphic Equaliser
• Advanced Sound Retriever
• High Pass Filter
• Low Pass Filter
• Listening Position Selector
• FLAC Audio Playback
• Rear Camera Input
• 3 x RCA Pre-Outs (Front / Rear / Subwoofer)
• Rear AV Auxiliary Input
• Steering Wheel Control Compatible
• Mechafree Design (No CD/DVD Drive)
• Available in Single DIN and Double DIN Floating Installation Versions

Why Choose the Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB?

The Pioneer SPH-DA97DAB combines cutting-edge smartphone connectivity, flexible installation options and premium audio tuning in one stylish multimedia receiver. Whether you’re upgrading a daily driver, campervan or custom vehicle, it delivers a modern infotainment experience with the reliability and quality expected from Pioneer.