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Today’s car stereos can be about more than just music. Take Pioneer’s DEH-P9800BT CD/MP3 player, for instance. It’s packed with all the high-end audio features you’d expect from Pioneer — like MP3, WMA, and AAC file playback, digital sound processing, and a 16-band equalizer. But this stereo also comes loaded with a built-in Bluetooth wireless receiver that allows you to use your cell phone hands-free without installing any extra gear.The Bluetooth connection lets you place and receive calls without taking your Bluetooth compatible cell phone out of your bag — one quick setup when you first install the stereo ensures that your phone will initialize automatically from then on. Use the included microphone to ask the DEH-P9800BT to dial a number for you, while Auto Answering allows you to pick up calls without taking your hands off the wheel. Download your phone book into the stereo so you can scroll through and even search contacts right from the dash.

The striking, full-color display on the DEH-P9800BT’s motorized faceplate will ensure that everything looks great, too. Customize the display with your own images using the included software, or just let the bright, crisp screen show off two lines of track and artist information in style.

If MP3, WMA, and AAC file format playback isn’t enough for you, add Pioneer’s optional CDIB100 adapter to control and charge your iPod right from the stereo. The same connection can also handle a satellite radio or Pioneer CD changer, and you also get an auxiliary input for any other external source you might have in mind.

Three sets of preamp outputs send a powerful signal to your external amps and subs. You even get a full-function remote so your passengers can control playback from anywhere in the car.