About the Axxera AV7225BH
An extraordinary phone-friendly A/V receiver value
An extraordinary phone-friendly A/V receiver value
The folks at Axxera continue to refine their DualMirror™ compatible receivers. If you've got a 2" tall opening in your dash but want far more than your underwhelming factory CD player can deliver, Axxera's AV7225BH DVD receiver allows you to mirror your smartphone's screen on its big 7" fold-out touchscreen, so you can view maps, music info, and much more in sharp detail with a quick glance. The AV7225BH adds even more cool extras, making this one great investment for your vehicle.
The LED-backlit touchscreen display now comes with 16 million customizable illumination colors to choose from. It also offers icon-based controls which help you pull up sound sources easily. Its MHL-enabled HDMI input accommodates compatible iPhone® or Android™ smartphones. It also comes with Bluetooth®, DVD/CD playback, front and rear USB inputs, an SD card input for your digital music, and a finger-friendly graphic user interface (GUI). The AM/FM tuner uses RDS technology to show you important information — including traffic reports — from participating stations.
See what's happening on your phone
Axxera's DualMirror function mimics your phone's display on the receiver's bigger display, providing you an easier way to see your apps at a glance. You can check out turn-by-turn directions from your navigation apps, as well as artist and track info from your music apps. You'll still use your smartphone to control the apps, but you won't have to squint at its smaller display.
What you'll need for DualMirror
The AV7225BH's DualMirror function relies on the receiver's rear HDMI input to display your smartphone's apps, while the rear USB port charges your phone. With your smartphone connected, you'll see your apps in action on the receiver's display for easier viewing (although you won't be able to control them through the receiver). Here's the lowdown on what you need depending on your smartphone:
- iPhone 5 and newer: You'll need to connect the Dual DL5i USB/HDMI extension cable to Apple's Lightning Digital AV adapter.
- iPhone 4 and 4S: Connect your iPhone 4 or 4S to Apple's 30-pin to HDMI adapter and the Dual DL5i USB/HDMI extension cable.
- Select MHL-enabled Android phones: You'll connect your Android to the Axxera receiver with Dual's SL115A cable or another HDMI/USB cable.
- Go wireless: Dual's DMH25 DualCast Wi-Fi dongle connects to the USB and HDMI inputs on the receiver and uses Wi-Fi to let you mirror your phone wirelessly.
Bluetooth for hands-free music and calling
The AV7225BH lets you connect to your compatible smartphone with a wireless Bluetooth connection. You'll be able to carry on hands-free conversations using the receiver's included external microphone. And it'll work with most phones for wireless streaming audio, including displaying ID3 tags from your music files, so you can see album, artist, and song title info while on the go.
Take charge of the sound
You can also play your MP3 and WMA music using the front USB input, DVD/CD player, and SD card slot. You can tweak your music with the 6-band EQ, which includes seven presets to match your favorite style. The built-in sound processor employs Dual EQ software to let you further adjust center frequencies and Q factors for each band. If you're adding amps, the three sets of preamp outputs send out a 4-volt signal that maximizes performance and minimizes noise.
Get the really big picture
Use the AV7225BH's front or rear analog audio/video inputs to hook up your favorite portable audio player, game console, or another video source. This receiver boasts two video outputs to send movies to rear video screens, so your passengers will stay happy on the road.
If you've got a big vehicle, you'll appreciate the input for a rear-view camera — helpful for when you're maneuvering your vehicle in tight spaces.
Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our article explaining Bluetooth profiles.
Product highlights:
General Features:
- DVD/CD player with AM/FM tuner
- built-in MOSFET amplifier (16 watts RMS CEA-2006/85 peak x 4 channels)
- fits single-DIN (2" tall) dash openings
- 7" fold-out LED-backlit touchscreen display with 16 million custom colors
- built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming with ID3 tags
- remote control
Smartphone Features:
- DualMirror displays select music, navigation, and other apps from connected iPhone and Android
Audio/visual Features:
- plays CDs, DVDs, USB memory devices, and SD cards (see "Details" for full capabilities)
- 6-band parametric EQ with seven presets
- 3-level loudness control
Expandability:
- inputs: front and rear USB ports (rear USB port for device charging only), front SD card slot, rear HDMI digital A/V input, front minijack and rear RCA A/V inputs, rear-view camera input
- outputs: two composite video outputs, 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, sub)
Other Information:
- CEA-2006 compliant
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # AV7225BH
What's in the box:
Axxera AV7225BH owner's manual
- DVD receiver w/ motorized 7" touchscreen monitor (15A fuse)
- Detachable front-panel (inside face-case)
- Trim-ring (installed)
- Sleeve (installed)
- Wiring harness
- AV/Pre-out harness
- Remote control (CR2025 3V battery installed)
- Face-case
- 4 ISO-screws
- Rear-support stud
- Backstrap
- Self-tapping screw
- Flat washer
- 2 Lock-washers
- Nut
- 2 Removal tools
- Quick Start Guide
- DualMirror Operation Instructions
- "Warning" note
- "SWC Operation" note
- "Congratulations" note
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Features & specs
Expandability | ||
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AUX Input | Mini (front), RCA (rear) | |
Audio/video Input | HDMI (rear), RCA (rear), Mini (front) | |
USB Input | Front | |
USB Port Power | --- | |
Backup Camera Input | Yes | |
Second Camera Input | No | |
CarPlay | No | |
Android Auto | No | |
Siri Control | No | |
Alexa Voice Control | ||
Android Control | Yes | |
Memory Card Slot | USB, SD/SDHC | |
Bluetooth Compatible | Built-in | |
Satellite Radio Ready | No | |
HD Radio | No | |
Navigation | No | |
iPod Compatibility | ||
Full size | No | |
Nano | No | |
Touch | 6/5/4 | |
iPhone | 6S+/6S/6+/6/5S/5C/5/4S/4 | |
General | ||
RMS Power (CTA-2006) | 16 watts | |
RMS Power (Manufacturer) | --- | |
Peak Output | 85 watts | |
RMS Power Bandwidth | 20-20kHz | |
Preamp Outputs | 6-channel | |
Sub Preamp Outputs | Yes | |
Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs | No | |
Video Screen | Yes | |
Navigation App Compatible (iOS) | ||
Navigation App Compatible (Android) | ||
Preamp Voltage | 4 volts | |
Screen Size | 7 | |
Screen Type | Basic (Resistive) | |
Display Color | ||
Key Button Color | Variable | |
EQ Bands | 6 | |
Wireless Remote | Yes | |
Steering Wheel Control Compatible | No | |
Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Labor Warranty | 2 Years | |
Tuner | ||
FM Sensitivity | 10 dBf | |
European Tuning | Yes | |
Seek/Scan | Seek | |
Radio Data System | Yes | |
File Playback | ||
Music File Playback | MP3, WMA | |
High-res Playback |
Product Research
Touchscreen & Remote Control
Smartphone Integration
Disc/SD/USB Playback
Audio & Tuner Section
AV Connections
Touchscreen & Remote Control
7" Motorized-Retractable Touchscreen: The Axxera AV7225BH features a motorized-retractable 7" LCD touchscreen monitor (800x480) with LED backlighting. This unit's touchscreen controls with interactive video graphics make menu navigation simple and intuitive. You can electronically tilt the head unit's monitor to adjust its angle for better visibility. You can also adjust the screen's brightness, color, contrast, and tint levels. In addition, you can select from three different wallpapers/backgrounds.
Detachable Front-Panel: The Axxera AV7225BH features a detachable front-panel to deter theft. The front-panel consists of a secondary LCD and hard-key controls.
- Secondary LCD: In addition to the 7" motorized-retractable monitor the AV7225BH features a secondary single-line LCD. This display can be used during music playback for track & song information. You will need to use the 7" LCD touchscreen for menu functions and to view video.
- Hard-Key Controls: In addition to the unit's LCD touchscreen controls, the Axxera receiver also features hard-key controls along the front-panel; including a 3-way rotary dial.
Variable Color Illumination: Offering over 16 million color combinations, the head unit's RGB feature allows you to customize the color illumination for the receiver's hard-key buttons, secondary LCD, and touchscreen icons. Now you'll be able to match the receiver's illumination to your vehicle's interior lighting, or create a color that fits your mood.
IR Remote: The Axxera AV7225BH comes supplied with a 40-button IR remote control which provides wireless operation of the Axxera DVD receiver.
Built-in SWC: The Axxera AV7225BH offers built-in steering wheel remote compatibility with select non-CAN Bus GM, Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, Honda, Kia/Hyundai, Mazda, Nissan, & Toyota/Scion/Lexus vehicles.
Smartphone Integration
DualMirror Input: The Axxera AV7225BH features a rear-panel HDMI audio/video input and USB charging port for connection of select Apple iOS devices and MHL-enabled Android smartphones. You'll be able to listen to audio from stored music and music apps, watch video from stored movies and movie apps, and view navigation apps on your compatible Apple iOS or MHL-enabled Android smartphone, using the head unit's HDMI input and USB (2.1A) charging port (know as the "DualMirror" input). The HDMI connection provides the audio/video playback, while the USB connection charges your compatible Apple iOS or Android device. You will need to purchase additional cables for connection based on your type of smartphone device (see below).
- Apple iOS Connectivity: If you have a newer Apple iPod touch or iPhone with the Lightning connector, you will need Apple's Lightning Digital AV adapter, Apple's Lightning-to-USB cable, and Dual's mobile-grade DL5i HDMI cable (all sold separately). If you have an older iPhone 4/4S or iPod touch (4th gen) with a 30-pin Dock connector, you will need Apple's Digital AV adapter, Apple's dock-to-USB cable, and Dual's mobile-grade DL5i HDMI cable (all sold separately).
- Android Connectivity: Most MHL-enabled Android devices, will require Axxera's microUSB 5-pin to HDMI/USB cable (070SL55A, sold separately). If you have a Samsung Galaxy S3/S4/S5 or Note II/III/IV, you will need Axxera's microUSB 11-pin to HDMI/USB cable (070SL115A, sold separately). Click here for a complete list of MHL-compatible smartphones.
- DualCast WiFi Dongle: To make DualMirror smartphone integration with this Axxera multimedia receiver even more seamless, Dual has introduced the all new DMH25 DualCast WiFi dongle (070DMH25, sold separately) to wirelessly connect your Android smartphone (Jelly Bean 4.2+) or Apple iPhone (iOS 4.2+) to the multimedia receiver.
DualMirror 2-Way App (for Android): Download the DualMirror 2-Way App, from the Google Play App Store, onto your MHL-enabled Android (OS 2.0+) smartphone to allow control of the smartphone from the Axxera AV7225BH's LCD touchscreen. In addition, to HDMI & USB connectivity, the DualMIrror 2-Way App requires a wireless Bluetooth connection between your compatible Android smartphone and the AV7225BH in-dash receiver. Control from the head unit's touchscreen is available with or without your vehicle's parking brake engaged, so please use caution.
Built-in Bluetooth: The Axxera AV7225BH features built-in Bluetooth (v.2.0) Technology. With built-in Bluetooth, you can wirelessly connect your Bluetooth capable mobile phone to listen to calls through your car's audio system. You can also stream audio from a Bluetooth enabled audio player. In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, your phone must also be Bluetooth compatible and be able to interpret certain profiles. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth Profiles - HFP (Hands Free Profile), PBAB (Phone Book Access Profile), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), & AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).
- Hands-free Communication (w/ front-panel mic): The
AV7225BH supports wireless hands-free communication for your Bluetooth
enabled mobile phone. The AV7225BH allows you to carry on a phone
conversation from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone using the head unit's
integrated front-panel microphone and your car audio speakers. Your car
audio speakers will mute automatically during a call.
- Incoming Calls: The AV7225BH allows you to answer and end a call from the head unit's touchscreen monitor. Incoming phone call information will be displayed on the unit's LCD monitor.
- Making a Call: You can make a call from the AV7225BH using the unit's on-screen keypad (0-9), your phone's downloaded phonebook, or a call history data log of dialed/received/missed calls.
- Audio Streaming: The Axxera AV7225BH also allows you to play back stored music and streamed music from your Bluetooth enabled smartphone, tablet, or personal music player using a Bluetooth connection. You can control (Play/Pause/Skip) the music stored on your Bluetooth audio player from the AV7225BH. This unit also displays song/artist information from your connected Bluetooth device.
Note: Before using the unit's Bluetooth functions, you must pair your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone or audio device to the AV7225BH. Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some mobile devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features when used with the AV7225BH.
Disc/SD/USB Playback
Disc Compatibility: The Axxera AV7225BH supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD +R/RW, CD-Audio and CD-R/RW discs. The unit can play back MP3/WMA music files, MPEG/divX/Xvid video files, and JPEG photo files recorded onto a compatible DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, or CD-R/RW disc.
- Off Insert/Eject: You can insert or eject a disc with the unit powered off.
- Auto Playback: The unit will automatically start playback of a disc when inserted.
- Auto Reload: If the disc is not removed from the disc slot within 10 seconds of being ejected, it will be automatically reloaded to prevent it from being accidentally damaged.
SD Card Slot: The Axxera DVD receiver features an SD card slot located behind its detachable control-panel. The head unit's SD card slot supports playback of MP3/WMA music files, MPEG/divX/Xvid video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a SD/SDHC memory card (up to 32GB).
Front-Panel USB Port: The Axxera AV7225BH is fitted with a front-panel USB (type-A) 2.0 port for connection of a USB mass storage class device, such as a USB thumbdrive or portable digital audio player. The unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files, MPEG/divX/Xvid video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a compatible USB MSC device (up to 64GB). USB devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the DVD receiver's USB port (1A) and the vehicle's ignition switch is set to ACC or On.
File Compatibility: The Axxera AV7225BH supports the following types of audio, video, and photo files recorded onto a disc, or loaded onto a USB mass storage class device.
Media Type | Disc (CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW) | Flash (USB, SD/SDHC) | |
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File Systemm | ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet | FAT 16/32 | |
Playable File Types | Audio | MP3: bit rate of 8-320kbps w/ sampling frequency of 8-48kHz WMA: bit rate of 32-192kbps w/ sampling frequency of 32-48kHz | |
Video | MPEG-2, MPEG-4, divX, Xvid: 720 x 480 max resolution w/ 5000 kbps max bit rate | ||
Photo | JPEG: 720 x 480 max resolution | ||
Max # of Files/Folders | 200 folders/2,000 files (2,000 files per folder) | ||
Tags | MP3 ID3-tags, WMA-tags |
Audio & Tuner Section
24-Bit DAC: The Axxera AV7225BH DVD receiver utilizes a high-performance 24-bit DAC for high quality sound.
MOSFET Amplifier: The Axxera AV7225BH is equipped with a MOSFET amplifier. Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, and it delivers increased power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. More power means louder and cleaner music at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. The power output specs for the AV7225BH are as follows:
- CEA2006 Specs: 16 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
- Maximum Power Output: 85 watts x 4 channels (340 watts total)
4V/6Ch RCA Outputs + Sub Control: The AV7225BH features front, rear and subwoofer 4-volt RCA outputs. The front and rear speaker RCA outputs are balance and fade adjustable; the subwoofer RCA output is non-fading. The subwoofer RCA output offers independent volume control (1-12) and features a built-in low pass filter which can be set to 80, 120, or 160Hz.
Dual EQ: The AV7225BH is equipped with Dual EQ software. The integrated equalizer offers 7 preset sound modes (Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classic, Beat, Flat, or User) suitable for the music genre of your choice. The User mode allows you to manually adjust the head unit's 6-band parametric EQ (Frequency, Q-Factor, & Level).
Tone | ||||
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Frequency | Q-factor | Level | ||
Bass | Low | 60, 80, 100, 200 Hz | 1.0, 1.25, 1.5, 2.0 | -7 to +7 |
Low/Mid | ||||
Midrange | Mid | 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.5 kHz | 0.5, 0.75, 1.0, 1.25 | -7 to +7 |
Mid/High | ||||
Treble | High | 10, 12, 15, 17.5 kHz | Fixed | -7 to +7 |
Super High |
Loudness: The Loudness feature boosts certain frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at a low volume level. The Loudness feature can be set to 3 levels and its Center Frequency can be adjusted to 400Hz, 800Hz, 2400Hz, or Flat.
Beep Tones: An audible beep tone confirms each function selection. The beep tone can be disabled/enabled in the Setup Menu.
AM/FM Tuner (w/ RDS): The Axxera AV7225BH features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, & preset tuning. The built-in AM/FM tuner allows you to store up to 18 FM station presets and 12 AM station presets. You can tune your presets manually or have the head unit do it automatically. The Local function allows only strong radio stations to be received, blocking stations with weaker signals.
- RDS: The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album when listening to compatible FM stations.
- European Tuning: You can switch the tuner between USA or European tuning.
AV Connections
Dual AV Inputs: The Axxera AV7225BH DVD receiver is fitted with two audio/video inputs. There is a front-panel 3.5mm audio/video input for connecting a temporary external AV source, such as a MP3 player or game console. There is also a rear-panel composite video/stereo RCA input for connection of a permanent external audio/video source, such as a Blu-ray player or TV tuner.
Video Outputs: In addition, the DVD receiver features two rear-panel composite video outputs for integration of a ceiling-mounted or headrest entertainment system in your vehicle. The video output will display whatever video signal (DVD or AV-IN) that is being displayed on the head unit's touchscreen monitor. The video out function is not compatible with the unit's HDMI input.
Rear-View Camera Input: The Camera Input consists of a Composite video RCA jack for connecting an optional rear-view back-up camera (sold separately). This RCA input enables you to connect a rear-view camera to display the area behind your vehicle. The increased view encourages and facilitates safer driving. When an optional rearview camera is connected to this unit, the rear view image is displayed on the screen when your vehicle is placed in reverse gear (orange wire of harness must be connected to reverse light wire of vehicle). Automatic video switching takes approximately 1.1 seconds.
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Fist time purchased from Crutchfield , outstanding product and service, receiver was purchased with the wiring adapter for my car which made the installation a breeze..
Gil W from Alabama