About the Axxera AXM230
Eye-popping display
Eye-popping display
The AXM230 digital media receiver will liven up your dashboard with its high-quality 3" VGA display. The display's Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) surface delivers a sharp, detailed image with powerful colors, so receiver info and song titles from your music files will look great.
Pandora® control with your iPhone®
Your streaming media doesn't have to take a back seat when you slip behind the wheel. The AXM230 offers Pandora Internet radio control with your iPhone. Once you're plugged into the receiver's front-panel USB input, you can take charge of your existing stations, create new stations, and rate songs with a "thumbs up" or "thumbs down," right from the face of the receiver. And you'll be charging your phone while it's connected, too.
Plenty of playback options
You can connect your iPod®, iPhone, or a USB drive to the front-panel USB port, so you'll have the ability to browse through the tunes in your music library with the receiver's control knob. And you'll find both front and rear auxiliary inputs for any other devices you've brought along.
More features
Axxera equips the AXM230 with a 3-band EQ for sound adjustment, as well as a remote control for your backseat passengers. Two pairs of preamp outputs let you add amps and subs for a high-powered system. And Axxera protects this receiver with their 2-year warranty.
This digital media receiver will not play CDs.
Smartphone note: If you're going to use your smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.
Product highlights:
General Features:
- digital media receiver with AM/FM tuner (does not play CDs)
- detachable face with multi-line TFT display
- remote control
Smartphone Features (see Details for info on compatibility):
- built-in iPod/iPhone controls
- Pandora control with iPhone
Audio Features:
- 3-band equalizer
- subwoofer level control
Expandability:
- inputs: front USB input, front and rear auxiliary inputs
- outputs: 4-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear/subwoofer)
Other Info:
- compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
- built-in amplifier (18 watts RMS CTA-2006/60 peak x 4 channels)
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # AXM230
What's in the box:
- Digital media receiver (10A fuse inserted in chassis)
- Detachable face-plate (in face case) Hard plastic face case
- Wiring harness
- Sleeve (installed)
- Trim ring (installed)
- Remote control (CR2025 battery installed)
- 2 Removal tools
- 8 ISO-mount screws
- Rear-support bolt
- Lock washer
- Hex-nut
- Quick Start Guide
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Features & specs
Expandability | ||
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AUX Input | Front, Mini (rear) | |
Audio/video Input | --- | |
USB Input | Front | |
USB Port Power | --- | |
Backup Camera Input | No | |
Second Camera Input | No | |
CarPlay | No | |
Android Auto | No | |
Siri Control | No | |
Alexa Voice Control | N | |
Android Control | No | |
Memory Card Slot | USB | |
Bluetooth Compatible | No | |
Satellite Radio Ready | No | |
HD Radio | No | |
Navigation | --- | |
iPod Compatibility | ||
Full size | Classic/5Gen | |
Nano | 7/6/5/4/3/2/1 | |
Touch | 6/5/4/3/2/1 | |
iPhone | X/8+/8/7+/7/6S+/6S/6+/6/5S/5C/ | |
General | ||
RMS Power (CTA-2006) | 18 watts | |
RMS Power (Manufacturer) | 18 watts | |
Peak Output | 60 watts | |
RMS Power Bandwidth | 20-20kHz | |
Preamp Outputs | 4-channel | |
Sub Preamp Outputs | No | |
Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs | Yes | |
Video Screen | No | |
Navigation App Compatible (iOS) | ||
Navigation App Compatible (Android) | ||
Preamp Voltage | 4 volts | |
Screen Size | --- | |
Screen Type | --- | |
Display Color | Multi-color | |
Key Button Color | Blue | |
EQ Bands | 3 | |
Wireless Remote | Yes | |
Steering Wheel Control Compatible | Adapter required | |
Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Labor Warranty | 2 Years | |
Tuner | ||
FM Sensitivity | 8.5 dBf | |
European Tuning | Yes | |
Seek/Scan | Seek | |
Radio Data System | No | |
File Playback | ||
Music File Playback | MP3, WMA | |
High-res Playback | N |
Product Research
USB/Aux Connectivity
iPod/iPhone Integration
AM/FM + Pandora Radio
Audio Section
Display Features
Remote Control
USB/Aux Connectivity
USB Port: The Axxera AXM230 is equipped with front-panel USB (type-A) which enables connection of a portable USB mass-storage class (MSC) device, such as a USB thumbdrive. The head unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files stored on a compatible USB mass storage device. The unit's USB port will also charge (max. 0.5A) a USB enabled device, such as your smartphone.
Playback Features: The AXM230 offers playback features such as Repeat, Random and Intro scan.
- Repeat: You can repeat a single track or a specific folder.
- Random: You can shuffle the playback order of all your songs or only the songs in a specific folder.
- Intro Scan: You can scan the first 10 seconds of each track or the first 10 seconds of each track in a folder.
File/Folder Search: This search function allows navigation through compressed music files' folders to find a specific file or for playback.
Dual Auxiliary Inputs: The AXM230 features dual auxiliary inputs. There is a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input for connecting a temporary external portable audio device, such as a portable MP3 player. There is also a rear-panel stereo RCA auxiliary input for connecting a permanent external audio device.
iPod/iPhone Integration
USB 1-Wire iPod/iPhone Control: The Axxera AXM230's front-panel USB port allows you to connect your iPod/iPhone via the included Dock- or Lightning-to-USB cable that comes with your iPod/iPhone (not included with the head unit). This USB 1-Wire for iPod/iPhone connection provides audio playback (for both stored music & music apps), metadata display, control, and charging of select iPod/iPhones through the Axxera digital media receiver.
- Control: You can choose to control the iPod/iPhone from the head unit or from your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. The head unit allows you to browse your iPod/iPhone's stored music by Artist, Album, Song, Playlist, Podcast, or Audiobook (music content listed alphabetically). The unit also provides Fast Forward/Reverse, Previous/Next Track, Repeat/Random, and Intro Scan for your connected iPod/iPhone. In addition, music apps can be accessed directly from your iPhone's touchscreen.
- Display: The head unit will display your iPod/iPhone's music file information; including Track #, Elapsed playing time, Song title, Artist name, and Album label.
- Charging: While connected and the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON, the head unit's USB connection will power and charge (0.5A max) your iPod/iPhone. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge, then this unit will not recognize it.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Axxera AXM230 is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 1/25/2018):
iPod/iPhone | Generation | Tested Version | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | ||||
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Audio | Video | Head Unit | iPod/iPhone | Pandora | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
video | 5th | 1.3 | Y | N | Y | N | N | Y | Y | Y |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | Y | N | Y | N | N | Y | Y | Y |
2nd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
3rd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
6th | 1.2 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
7th | 1.02 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
3rd | 4.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 5.0.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
5th | 9.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
6th | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y |
3 | 4.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
3GS | 4.3.5 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
4 | 5.0.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | |
4S | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5/5C | 10.3.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5S | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
SE | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
6/6+/6S/6S+ | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
7/7+ | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
8/8+ | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
X | 11.2.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
AM/FM + Pandora Radio
AM/FM Tuner: The Axxera AXM230 features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, and preset tuning. You can store up to 18 FM station presets and 12 AM station presets (manually or automatically). The Local function allows only strong radio stations to be received, blocking stations with weaker signals. You can even switch the tuner between USA or European tuning.
Pandora App: The Pandora App (for Apple iOS 10.0+) lets you play music from the Pandora music service through the Axxera AXM230 using your connected Apple iPhone, via the Dock- or Lightning-to-USB cable supplied with your iPhone. The AXM230 provides control over the Pandora music service and displays Artist, Album, and Song information. Your iPhone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, LTE (4G) or WiFi. You will also need a Pandora music service account.
- Station List: You can select Pandora stations from your Station List by date or alphabetically (A-Z).
- Skip Songs: You can skip song tracks within a station. You cannot skip back to a previous song. Pandora limits the number of skips allowed.
- Thumbs Up/Down: You can give songs a thumbs up or thumbs down to help Pandora personalize stations to suit your preferences.
Audio Section
MOSFET Amplifier: The Axxera AXM230 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.
CTA2006 Compliant: The power specifications for the AXM230 are compliant with the CTA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and between manufacturers. The power output specs for the AXM230 are as follows:
- CTA2006 Specs: 18 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
- Maximum Power Output: 60 watts x 4 channels (240 watts total)
4V/4Ch Preamp Outputs: The Axxera AXM230 is equipped with two pair of 2-Volt preamp outputs (Front, R/Sub). The R/Sub preamp output can be switched between a rear-channel full-range output or a non-fading subwoofer preamp output.
Subwoofer Control: When the subwoofer preamp output is activated, you can adjust the output level (0-12) of the sub preamp output. You can also set the low-pass crossover to 80, 120, 160Hz, or Through (full-range).
Equalizer: The Axxera digital media receiver features the following preset EQ curves (Flat, Pop, Jazz, Classic, Beat, Rock, or User) to customize your music listening. The User mode activates a 3-Band EQ which lets you adjust Bass, Midrange, & Treble manually. EQ settings are stored for each source.
3-Band EQ | ||
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Frequency | Level | |
Bass | 60, 80, 100, 200 Hz | -6 to +6 |
Midrange | 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.5 kHz | -6 to +6 |
Treble | 10.0, 12.5, 15.0, 17.5 kHz | -6 to +6 |
Loudness: The Loudness function enhances the bass & treble frequencies at low volumes.
Source Volume Level: The Source Volume Level control allows a gain adjustment for each audio source (Tuner, Aux, USB, iPod, Pandora). You can set the source volume level (+/-6dB) for each mode, depending on the relative volume of each audio source.
Program Volume: You can set the AXM230 to power-on to the same volume level (0-30) every time.
Key Beep: When this function is enabled, every button press will output a beep tone.
Display Features
Detachable Fold-Down Face: The Axxera AXM230 features a manual fold-down face-plate. The head unit's face-plate is detachable to deter theft. A hard-plastic face-case is provided. An optional soft face case (142DFC1X, sold separately) can also be purchased for this unit.
3" LCD Screen: The Axxera AXM230 features a 3" QVGA (320x240) TFT LCD screen with 3D-like background graphics. The 3" screen provides enough room to display song, artist, and album information at the same time.
Screen Adjustments: You can adjust the color, contrast, and brightness of the LCD screen.
Text Scroll: You can change the scrolling style used for displayed information on the LCD screen. Choose from Off (no scrolling), Once (scrolls once), 15 Secs (scrolls once per 15 seconds), and On (constantly scrolls).
12/24 Hour Clock: The unit's built-in clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour mode.
Power-On Message: This feature allows a "Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening" text message to be shown on the unit's LCD screen when it is powered on.
Demo Mode: You can enable or disable the units demonstration mode.
Remote Control
Wireless Remote Control: The AXM230 comes supplied with an 18-button IR wireless remote control which provides complete control of the Axxera digital media receiver.
Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The head unit features an OEM steering wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit that lets you keep your vehicle's factory radio steering wheel remote controls when used with an optional steering wheel audio control adapter (sold separately).
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