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2013 RAISE Winners Announced
Friday, October 25, 2013
By: Clair Diones
Seven Extraordinary Stroke Efforts Recognized
Denver, CO—National Stroke Association announces
the recipients of its Third Annual Raising Awareness In Stroke Excellence (RAISE) Awards. Winners were judged on their creativity, impact on the community and
commitment to stroke awareness.
The names of the winners were released today through a video announcement
shared across the stroke community. Seven award recipients were named representing
individuals and groups from across the country, chosen from over 200
"RAISE awards recognize the leaders and champions in the stroke
community," said Jim Baranski, CEO, National Stroke Association. "The winners,
and all the applicants, are to be congratulated for the hope and support they
bring to millions of stroke survivors and their families every day."
New this year, the public was invited to vote for their favorite
runner-up in the Voter's Choice award. Nearly 16,000 people participated in the
online voting.
Award Winners
Most Creative: National Park
The National Park Services and California State East Bay University's
Aphasia Treatment Program and a group of stroke and brain injury survivors
worked together creatively to develop a unique park guide.
Most Impactful: Aphasia Recovery
Connection Social Media Website
Dow and Christine Huggins developed a social media site to lessen the profound
isolation many stroke survivors feel.
Most Impactful Community Fundraising Event: Somers
Walk for Stroke
walk is organized by two sisters Lisa Mitchell and Valerie Goodwin from Somers,
New York. The walk is an inspiration to the members of their community and
surrounding areas.
Outstanding Group: Retreat and
Refresh Stroke Camp
Retreat and Refresh Stroke Camps offers stroke survivors and their caregivers opportunities
to meet one another and take part in group projects and games.
Outstanding Individual: Johan de Roos
perseverance, honesty, humor and love Johan de Roos re-learned to speak, walk,
and drive. Now he raises the spirits of many other survivors. He conducts
aphasia awareness training programs, supports research, and raises awareness
about stroke.
Outstanding Support Group: International
Alliance for Pediatric Stroke
This support
group developed a comprehensive website filled with helpful, credible information
for new families affected by stroke.
Voter's Choice: Alexis
Alexis wrote new lyrics and remixed a popular song, Everybody Talks by Neon Trees. North
Hills Hospital's Primary Stroke Program created an educational
video demonstrating what happens when a stroke patient arrives at
the hospital.
National Stroke Association
National Stroke Association is
the only national organization in the U.S. that focuses 100 percent of its
efforts on stroke by developing compelling education and programs focused on
prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support for all impacted by stroke.
Its mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke.
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Anxiety is a state of dread, tension, and unease. It is considered a normal response to stress or uncertain situations. Feeling anxious for long periods of time or at intense levels may mean that you have an anxiety disorder. You may be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder if the anxiety:
The most common types of anxiety disorders are:
Anxiety may occur with other conditions, such as
alcohol abuse,
drug abuse, and depression.
Anxiety disorders may result from a combination of factors, such as:
Chemical imbalances in the brain (e.g., serotonin, norepinephrine, GABA) may also play a role.
Anxiety disorders are more common in females. Factors that may increase the risk of anxiety disorders include:
Psychological symptoms may include:
Physical symptoms may include:
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history and perform a psychiatric evaluation. Your doctor may also do a physical exam and order tests to look for other causes of your symptoms. You may be referred to a psychotherapist for further evaluation.
Effective treatment usually involves a combination of interventions, including:
This therapy addresses thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that play a role in anxiety. It helps you work through traumas and conflicts.
Cognitive behavioral therapy
can help you identify negative thought patterns and behaviors. Over time, you can learn to retrain your thinking. This will help you respond better to stress and anxiety.
CBT has been very effective in children and teens.
For severe anxiety or anxiety disorder, medicines may include:
If you are diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, follow your doctor's
To help prevent anxiety, consider taking the following steps:


text: Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD DVD receiver Zoom Front Rear Rear Remote Photos Videos Does it fit my car? Item #: 130X1500DV Review Summary 112 people say DISCONTINUED This item is no longer available to purchase. Contact us for other options Call Email Original price $219.99 Shop all In-dash DVD Receivers Shop all In-dash DVD Receivers x By buying this product you'll earn up to 220 Rewards points. When you sign up for a Crutchfield account, you'll be enrolled in Crutchfield Rewards. You'll earn one point for every dollar you spend on gear from us. You can turn your points into Rewards Cards that you can use toward future purchases. You can sign up for an account now, or after you complete your purchase (you'll get credit for the points either way). Sign up for a Crutchfield account Overview Details Customer Reviews Q&A Articles & Videos Accessories Our take on the Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD by Ken Nail DVD receivers: They're not just for movies DVD receivers add a new level of entertainment to your vehicle. You can watch a movie on the screen when you're parked on a Saturday night, or play a DVD through your rear seat video setup on the road. Touchscreen receivers allow you to breeze through menus with the tip of your finger. Most DVD receivers feature a USB input for audio from your iPod, and the ability to add an adapter that allows video to display on the screen. Some receivers even offer connections for a center speaker and a subwoofer, so you can build a full-fledged theater in your car, just like at home. Step up to multimedia in your car You don't need to play movies in your car to enjoy having a DVD receiver in your dash (though it IS a pretty cool feature). Pioneer's DVD receivers set the bar for multi-faceted functionality, and the AVH-X1500DVD leads off their feature-rich lineup. This versatile receiver sports a 6.1" screen with intuitive touchscreen controls that allow you to make changes by tapping, swiping, or dragging your finger, along with user-friendly menus that you can customize to your liking. Thanks to WVGA technology, Pioneer's DVD receivers boast twice the resolution of most multimedia receivers, meaning you'll have a clearer, sharper picture when you're watching videos or taking charge from the touchscreen. And you'll also find plenty of ways to play back your music, compatibility with many popular mobile apps, and a display that'll knock your socks off. Advanced App Mode Pioneer integrates smartphones into your driving experience with Advanced App Mode, which allows you to launch and control compatible iPhone apps from the face of your receiver, putting a variety of music, navigation, and social media apps at your command. You'll appreciate the safety and convenience when you're behind the wheel of your car, and more and more compatible apps are coming your way — you'll need Pioneer's CD-IU201S cable and you can see the latest compatible apps here. Video playback and a rocking-cool touchscreen display The 6.1" LCD screen on this Pioneer plays DVDs in bright, clear detail when you're parked. You can also send a movie from the receiver to a rear-seat screen — your passengers will thank you during those long trips. And with Pioneer's CD-IU201S cable, you'll be able to view video content from your iPod® or IPhone® too (video playback requires CD-IV202AV cable kit and other adapters with iPhone 5). And of course you can plug in a rear-view camera to play it safe in crowded parking lots. You'll also find some cool touchscreen features — Pioneer's Touch Slide technology gives you real fingertip control over many functions. Want a new EQ curve? Just draw it on the screen with your finger and you've got it. And you can browse video files through thumbnail images — just touch them to check out a sneak preview. MIXTRAX will liven up your time on the road. This feature creates a DJ-like experience with content from your iPod, iPhone, or Android™, with special effects between songs and variable-color lighting that pulses with the beat of your music. You can even tailor the receiver's appearance to your taste by choosing from five display colors and 112 key panel illumination options. AppRadioLIVE makes it easy Pioneer's innovative AppRadioLIVE streamlines your app info and functions into one easy-to-use interface. You'll enjoy quick access to your music, media, calendar, and other sources you subscribe to, just by downloading the AppRadioLIVE app and syncing your services. AppRadioLIVE works with your apps to provide visual map guidance and access to points of interest, as well as the ability to search for concerts, shows, and other local events of interest. And you can show several sources of information simultaneously, quickly shifting from one to another with a touch of your finger. Touchscreen controls make it easy to select sources. Media at your command You can play just about anything on this Pioneer, including your CDs, discs full of MP3 or WMA music, or USB storage devices loaded with files. When you connect your iPod to the USB input, you'll be able to use the receiver's controls to access your playlists. Handy tools like Alphabet Search and Link Search to make it easier to find the song you want fast. You can also play music files from many Android™ phones when your Android is plugged into the rear USB port — see the "Details" tab for more info on device compatibility. If you're a fan of streaming Internet radio, connect your iPhone to the receiver with Pioneer's CD-IU201S cable and take charge of your Pandora® account from the touchscreen, complete with thumbs-up and thumbs-down controls. Great sound matters The receiver's powerful built-in amplifier delivers the goods, with crisp sound at all volume settings, while the 8-band equalizer offers plenty of ways to tweak the output. Three pairs of preamp outputs make it easier to connect external amps, and this receiver offers an auto-equalization feature to tune your system (microphone required). Want to keep your car's steering wheel audio controls? In most vehicles, you can use an adapter (not included) to connect your vehicle's steering wheel controls to this Pioneer stereo. Connect a few wires, then program the adapter for your particular car and the Pioneer, and you'll retain the convenience of your steering wheel controls. Note: If you're going to use your iPod with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for specific iPod model compatibility with this receiver. See more info on this item Highlights:General features:DVD/CD receiver with internal amp (14 watts RMS CEA-2006/50 peak x 4 channels)6.1" touchscreen with multi-angle adjustmentsMIXTRAX for a DJ-inspired audio/visual experienceAdvanced App Mode: launch and control compatible apps from your iPhonePandora control from iPhonemusic file playback through USB with select Android devices (see "Details" for more info)five customizable display colors and 112 key panel illumination choicesfits double-DIN dash openingsremote controlAudio/video features:plays audio/video content from CDs, DVDs, and USB memory devices (see Details tab for full capabilities)8-band graphic equalizer with 7 preset EQ curveshigh- and low-pass filtersAdvanced Sound RetrieverAuto-EQ equalizes for your car interior automatically (optional mic required)Expandability:built-in audio iPod control Pioneer's optional adapter required for viewing video content and Pandora controlplayback and control of Android media filesinputs: rear A/V and USB inputs, rear-view camera inputoutputs: video output, 6-channel preamp outputs (2-volt front, rear, subwoofer)Other information:compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)CEA-2006 compliantwarranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guarantee Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs General CEA-2006 Compliant Yes RMS Power Output 14 watts Peak Output 50 watts RMS Power Bandwidth 20-20kHz Preamp Outputs 6-channel Sub Preamp Outputs Yes Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs No Video Screen Yes Preamp Voltage 2 volts Display Color Key Button Color Variable EQ Bands 8 Wireless Remote Yes Steering Wheel Control Compatible Adapter required Parts Warranty 1 Year Labor Warranty 1 Year Expandability AUX Input 3.5mm AV (rear) USB Input Rear Memory Card Slot USB memory Bluetooth Compatible No Satellite Radio Ready No HD Radio No Navigation Optional iPod Compatibility Full size Classic/5Gen Nano 7/6/5/4/3/2/1 Touch 5/4/3/2/1 Mini --- iPhone 5/4S/4/3GS/3G/2G Tuner FM Sensitivity 9 dBf European Tuning No Seek/Scan Seek Radio Data System Yes Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual DVD receiver with integrated 6.1" LCD touchscreen monitor (10A fuse inserted in chassis) Wiring harness Remote control (CXE5116) CR2025 3V lithium battery (installed in remote) 59" USB extension cable (w/ a male USB type-A connector on one end and a female USB type-A connector on other end) 6 Pan-head ISO screws (M5 x 6mm) 6 Flat-head ISO screws (M5 x 6mm) Owner's Manual (En/Fr/Sp) Warranty sheet (USA/Canada) Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Touchscreen Display iPod/App Control AM/FM + Pandora Internet Radio Disc & USB Playback Audio Section AV Connections Remote ControlTouchscreen Display 6.1" TFT LCD Touchscreen Color Display: The AVH-X1500DVD features a 6.1" TFT Active Matrix, 16:9 widescreen touchscreen display. The resolution of the display is 800 x 480 (RGB), for a total of 1,152,000 pixels. The touchscreen display allows you to control this unit and a connected component such as an iPod/iPhone, or USB mass storage class device. Menus appear on screen for making function choices, audio adjustments, and setting up the system. The unit has a front-loading disc-slot to make loading your disc easier, because there is no panel to slide or fold-down. The fixed touchscreen display is not removable. Multilingual Display: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD offers English, Chinese, French, Portuguese, and Spanish text. Video Adjustments: You can store numerous video settings for each source and the optional rear view camera; including brightness (adjusts the black intensity), contrast (adjusts contrast), color (adjusts color saturation), hue (adjusts the tone of color), and temperature (adjust the color temperature). Widescreen Modes: You can choose from the following widescreen modes when playing back video: Full: A 4:3 picture is enlarged in the horizontal direction only, enabling you to enjoy a 4:3 picture without any omissions. Zoom: A 4:3 picture is enlarged in the same proportion both vertically and horizontally; ideal for a 16:9 screen. Normal: A 4:3 picture is displayed as it is. On Screen Display Color & Background Adjustment: The color of the on-screen display can be set to red, amber, green, blue or white. The background can be set to one of four preset still images, a moving image, a stored JPEG image, or turned Off. Front-Panel Control w/ Custom Illumination: In addition to the touchscreen controls, the unit includes frequently used buttons along the left edge of the screen. The color of the button illumination can be set to red, amber, green, blue, white, or scan (constantly cycling through the color spectrum). You can also create a custom color to match your vehicle's interior lighting (112 colors to choose from). Dimmer: To prevent the display from being too bright at night, the display is automatically dimmed when the car's headlights are turned on. The automatic dimmer function only works when the orange/white illumination wire in the wiring harness is connected to the vehicle's headlight circuit. Parking Brake Interlock: This unit has a parking brake interlock system that prohibits viewing of video programming and operating certain controls when the vehicle is in motion. In order to watch video on the in-dash monitor, the vehicle must be parked with the parking brake engaged. The head unit's light green wire must be connected to your vehicle's parking brake detection circuit. The head unit's touchscreen will display "Attention! Viewing of front seat video source while driving is strictly prohibited", if you try to watch a video when your vehicle is in motion. 2-DIN Chassis: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD has a 2-DIN chassis (also known as "Double -DIN"), and will fit in many vehicles with a large dash opening. The unit can be ISO-mounted using factory brackets. There is also an optional double-DIN sleeve (130ADTV133, sold separately) available for this unit that will allow you to Euro-mount or custom mount the Pioneer head unit in your vehicle. As always, please consult Crutchfield's Outfit My Car to verify fit with your vehicle. iPod/App Control iPod/iPhone Connection: The Pioneer multimedia head unit supports both audio/video & app playback from a compatible iPod or iPhone. Using Pioneer's dock connector-to-USB cable (130CDIU51, sold separately) or the dock connector-to-USB cable which comes with your iPod/iPhone, you can enjoy audio playback of your stored music and Pandora Internet Radio on your iPod or iPhone through the Pioneer A/V head unit. Using the Pioneer CD-IU201V iPod/iPhone connector cable (130IU201V, sold separately) you can enjoy audio playback, plus video playback of movies, TV shows, video podcasts, and music videos stored on your iPod/iPhone; as well as music or video based apps streamed to your iPhone. The Pioneer CD-IU201S iPhone/App cable (130IU201S, sold separately) not only provides audio/video playback, but also allows you to launch the AppRadio Mode on your iPhone 4/4S, for playback of advance applications (such as navigation and internet radio) on the Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD. Video can only be displayed while the vehicle is in park with the parking brake engaged. Note: If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone 5; you will need the Pioneer CD-IU51 iPod Cable (sold separately) and the Apple Lightning to 30-pin adapter (472LTN230P, sold separately) to connect the Apple device to the Pioneer head unit. The head unit does not support direct connection of the Lightning-connector cable that comes with the iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone 5. These Apple device's do not support any type of video output. iPod/iPhone Control: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD lets you control your iPod/iPhone from the head unit's touchscreen or from the iPod/iPhone's touchscreen, clickwheel, or downloadable app. Head Unit: Using the Pioneer CD-IU51, CD-IU201V, or CD-IU201S iPod cable (all sold separately), you can search your iPod/iPhone's audio/video content by Video Playlist, Movie, Music Video, Video Podcast, TV Show, Rental, Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, Composer, or Audiobook from the head unit's touchscreen. (your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen will be locked). Once you have selected a category, you can search each category alphabetically (A-Z). In addition, the head unit offers Link Search, which allows you to play songs related to the currently playing song. Link Search lets the head unit create an album list of the currently playing artist, a song list of the currently playing album, or an album list of the currently playing genre. You can also select Random & Repeat functions for a certain song or specific folder. iPod/App: The Pioneer CD-IU201V or CD-IU201S iPod cable (both sold separately) is required for App Control mode. App Control mode allows you to navigate stored audio/video content from your connected iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. This is very useful for the person riding in your passenger seat. The App mode also lets you listen to your favorite music apps, such as iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, Rhapsody, & Slacker from your iPhone (iOS 3.0+) through the Pioneer head unit and your vehicle's speakers. In addition, you can watch video on the Pioneer A/V receiver's touchscreen from streaming movie apps, such as Netflix & YouTube, downloaded on your iPhone 4/4S (iOS 4.0+). Not all apps will be compatible with App Mode and App Mode will provide only limited (basic), if any, control over the app. Available controls may include; Play/Pause & Skip Previous/Next. The App Mode's video functions can only be accessed when the vehicle is in park and the hand-brake is fully engaged. iPod/iPhone Display: The multimedia head unit will display your iPod/iPhone's stored music file information, as well as metadata from Pandora and AppRadio apps; including Track number, Folder number, Elapsed playing time, Song/Album title, Artist name, and Album art. There is no music information displayed when this unit is set to 'basic App mode'. Instead, all music information will be displayed on your iPod/iPhone's LCD screen. iPod Charging: The head unit's USB connection provides 1A of current to power and charge your connected iPod/iPhone when your vehicle's ignition switch is set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position. This unit will not charge the Apple iPad. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge, then the unit will not recognize it. Advanced App Mode: Using the Pioneer CD-IU201S iPhone/App cable (sold separately) to connect the AVH-X1500DVD to your iPhone 4/4S (iOS 4.2+) loaded with Pioneer's free AppRadio application from iTunes, you can enjoy full on-screen access and control of your calendar, maps, and more with an intuitive interface, formatted and designed specifically for safer in-vehicle operation. Pioneer has teamed up with app providers to offer compatibility with many of today's most popular in-vehicle apps, while also developing an expanding catalog of compatible apps for future use that can be easily & seamlessly added. The AppRadio app must be first launched from your iPhone 4/4S, and the compatible app selected from the iPhone 4/4S. You can then operate the app from the Pioneer head unit. Popular apps include (as of 12/6/2012): App Categories Application Description Music Aupeo! Personal Radio: AUPEO! Personal Radio offers free online music. With more than 120 Internet radio stations available, users can search for their favorite music by artists, songs, genres, or AUPEO!'s "Mood-Tuner". Users can also choose to "love" or "ban" songs directly from the AppRadio screen, enabling the app to adjust content to the user's personal taste. CarMediaPlayer: CarMediaPlayer allows you to swipe, drag, and directly touch the desired artist, song, or album in your music library directly from the Pioneer head unit's touchscreen with Alphabet Search and Album View function. When you're searching through your library, Alphabet Search allows you to select the first letter in the desired song, album, or artist name from the Pioneer receiver making it quick an easy to get to the music you want. The iPhone version of the app even allows you to play and access your iTunes Match collection directly from the Pioneer's touchscreen. Livio Radio: The Livio Radio app ($4.99) lets you listen to more than 42,000 AM/FM and Internet-only radio streams from around the world. The Livio Radio app has been optimized for use in the vehicle with a range of features an controls right from the Pioneer head unit's touchscreen. Rdio: Rdio (from for $4.99 per month) gives you access to over 8 million songs. You are able to search and find any song, album or artist, and start listening immediately. You can search music by new releases and chart toppers. You can also check out what other listeners have been listening to the most, or look at your own recent listening history. In addition, you can even create your own music collection or make your own playlists. Rdio will even recommend music for you, based on your previous music listening. The AppRadio will display Artist,/Album/Song information, as well as Album art. StreamS HiFi Radio: The StreamS HiFi Radio app ($4.99) provides access to more than 4,000 live Internet radio stations from across the globe delivered in AAC/HE-AACv1/HE-AACv2 at 32kbps for high fidelity listening. gMusic: Google Music allows you to keep up to 20,000 of your favorite songs in the cloud. Now you can listen to your entire music collection without having to use any space on your iOS device. gMusic offers full playlist editing, thumbs up playlist, metadata editing, and innovative navigation. Mixtrax: Pioneer's proprietary MIXTRAX app from iTunes analyzes the music in your iTunes library to create custom playlists for non-stop song mixes with added DJ effects. Navigation Apple Maps: You can view Apple maps on the Pioneer head unit's touchscreen as you would on your iPhone. Functionality is bundled with the Pioneer AppRadio app. MotionX GPS Drive: The MotionX-GPS Drive App ($0.99) is available from iTunes for your iPhone 4/4S. There is a $2.99 per month subscription fee with an additional $19.99 per year for Voice Guidance feature. MotionX-GPS Drive is a complete GPS navigation solution, designed and optimized for the iPhone 4/4S, that can be displayed on the Pioneer AppRadio. MotionX-GPS Drive helps you find what you're looking for and provides turn-by-turn directions with optional Live Voice Navigation, using industry-leading maps (including US and Canada). All the functionality of an advanced dedicated turn-by-turn GPS unit is presented in this intuitive iPhone 4/4S application. MotionX-GPS Drive Offers full support for the iPhone 4/4S with multitasking, routing, and live voice guidance instructions continuing in the background; while you listen to streaming music from your car audio system or use other applications from the iPhone 4/4S. The 2D/3D navigation map will be displayed on the Pioneer AppRadio, but you will still control the MotionX-GPS Drive Navigation app from your iPhone 4/4S. NavFree GPS Live: NavFree GPS Live is a free navigation app that offers turn-by-turn directions, voice and on-screen instructions, offline map use, address search, live searches via Google and Microsoft Bing, and many other features. Navfree is a completely free navigation app with no additional monthly charges. It uses map data created by a community of thousands of users around the world. The map gets downloaded to the phone so data connection is not required for navigating. My GPS USA: My GPS USA is the next generation GPS satellite navigation from the makers of NavFree. Full featured with voice guided, turn-by-turn satellite navigation with no hidden costs. It offers a HD live map display with 2D and 3D modes. You can navigate by pinching, swiping and touching. Full voice guidance is available in 12 languages. Multiple Routing Modes include - Fastest, Shortest, Easy, Pedestrian, and Economical Routes. You can even navigate from your Contacts. INRIX Traffic: INRIX is a leading provider of highly accurate traffic services. INRIX's strategic partnership with Clear Channel Radio and Total Traffic Network extends the delivery of the highest quality data and broadest coverage available for personal navigation. The INRIX Traffic app ($24.95 per year) provides real-time traffic information and traffic forecasts for all major highways, interstates, arterials and city streets nationwide. Traffic information will be displayed on the Pioneer head unit, while control is still handled from the iPhone 4/4S. Extra Mile: Extra Mile ($1.99) is an all-in-one app for convenient voice navigation that gives audio feedback to improve your driving performance and conserve fuel. EC Touch: The EasyCar app is designed specifically for AppRadio and provides large icons, simple commands, and swipe gestures that enable you to access your iPhone's music, contacts, mapping, and more. Waze: Waze is a cool social GPS driving and navigation app that connects you to other drivers. When you download Waze, you not only get a free GPS traffic & navigation app, but also become part of the local driving community in your area, joining forces with other drivers nearby to outsmart traffic, save time and gas, and improve everyone's daily commute. Driver Assist DashCommand: Utilizing the built-in GPS & accelerometer sensors of the iPhone 4/4S, the DashCommand app ($49.99) displays advanced vehicle and driving statistics. When connected to a compatible vehicle's OBD-II data port (optional OBD-II interface sold separately from Palmer Performance Engineering), advanced data monitoring, logging and analysis are enabled. Users can create and display up to 27 virtual dashboards with many styles including digital gauges, analog gauges, indicator lights, and more, which can all be accessed on the Pioneer head unit's screen. Compatible with more than 13 OBD-II compliant interfaces, the app can also be used as a scan tool to read vehicle trouble codes. Best Parking: Best Parking is a parking search engine that steers drivers towards the cheapest and most convenient parking garages and lots in 55 cities and 80 airports. Parkopedia: Parkopedia ($1.99) has grown to cover over 25 million parking spaces in 28 countries around the world thanks to contributions from other drivers. Use this app to find parking using your current location or by entering an address. Get directions straight to the space and see parking space availability in real-time (where available). Find opening hours, up to date prices, payment methods and more. You can quickly narrow down parking choices using filters such as free, credit cards accepted, covered, etc. Utility CarBrowser: CarBrowser ($1.99) allows you to search and navigate the internet directly from the Pioneer head unit's touchscreen while the vehicle's parking brake is engaged. Commute WX: CommuteWX ($0.99) provides real-time weather information (current/forecast/in-route). Weather conditions are featured in large, easy to read graphics in a streamlined user interface that's well suited for in-vehicle travel. Contacts: Access your iPhone's contacts. This function is bundled with the Pioneer AppRadio app. Calendar: Access your iPhone's calendar, so you can view important events and reminders. This functionality is bundles with the Pioneer AppRadio app. Photos: You can view photos stored on your iPhone. Access albums and camera rolls, and even view a slideshows. Functionality is bundled with the Pioneer AppRadio app. Note: As the library of AppRadio compatible applications grows, users will be automatically notified via Pioneer's AppRadio iPhone application, with a link to the respective app(s) page within the App Store. Visit the Pioneer AppRadio Site for the latest compatible apps. iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model functions (as of 12/6/2012): iPod/iPhone Generation Tested Version Media Type Control Type Display Type Charge Audio Video Head Unit iPod/App Mode Pandora App AppRadio Mode Song/Artist Text Track Info Album Art iPhone 2G 3.1.3 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y 3G 4.2.1 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y 3GS 5.1.1 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y 4 6.0.1 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 4S 6.0.1 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 5* 6.0.1 Y N Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y touch 1st 2.2.1 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 2nd 4.2.1 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 3rd 5.1.1 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 4th 6.0.1 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 5th* 6.0.1 Y N Y Y N N Y Y Y Y nano 1st 1.3.1 Y N Y N N N Y Y Y Y 2nd 1.1.3 Y N Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 3rd 1.1.3 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 4th 1.0.4 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 5th 1.0.2 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 6th 1.1 PC Y N Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 7th* 1.01 PC Y N Y Y N N Y Y Y Y classic 80GB 1.1.2 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 120GB 2.0.1 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y 160GB 2.0.4 Y Y Y Y N N Y Y Y Y video 5th 1.3 Y Y Y N N N Y Y Y Y iPad 1 5.1.1 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y N 2 6.0.1 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y N 3 6.0.1 Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y N 4* 6.0.1 Y N Y Y Y N Y Y Y N mini* 6.0.1 Y N Y Y Y N Y Y Y N Note: *You will need the Pioneer CD-IU51 iPod Cable (sold separately) and the Apple Lightning to 30-pin adapter (472LTN230P, sold separately) to connect the Apple device to the Pioneer head unit. These Apple device's do not support any type of video output. Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available. AM/FM + Pandora Internet Radio Supertuner IIID AM/FM Tuner: The Supertuner IIID AM/FM tuner features Feed Forward Control, which avoids multi-path interference. This pre-detection of interference enables quick filter control and results in less distortion. In addition, the Supertuner IIID creates enhanced stereo during multi-path interference, unlike conventional tuners that collapse to mono. Digital processing reduces distortion, and improves Signal-to-Noise Ratio and stereo separation. Advanced analog technology improves signal processing sensitivity. RDS: The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album when listening to compatible AM/FM stations. BSM (Best Stations Memory): BSM lets you automatically store the six strongest stations under preset buttons 1-6 of the currently tuned band. The tuner has 3 FM banks and 1 AM bank. You can store 6 presets for each bank giving you a total of 18 FM presets and 6 AM presets. Local Tuning: Local seek tuning lets you tune in only those radio stations with sufficiently strong signals for good reception. There are 4 level of sensitivity for FM and two levels for AM. The higher settings allow reception of only the strongest stations, while lower settings let you receive progressively weaker stations. Pandora App: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD supports the Pandora App via the Pioneer CD-IU51, CD-IU201V, or CD-IU201S iPod cable (all sold separately). The free Pandora App lets you play music from the Pandora music service through the Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD using your connected Apple iPhone, via the proprietary Pioneer iPod connector cable (sold separately) or the USB/iPod dock cable that came with your iPhone. To access Pandora you must have an Apple iPhone (iOS.3.0+) with the latest version of the Pandora Radio application from Apple's iTunes App Store. Your iPhone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, or WiFi. You will also need a Pandora music service account. The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD will provide control over the Pandora music service & display Artist, Album, & Song information; as well as Album art. Station List: You can select Pandora stations from your Station List by date or alphabetically (A-Z). QuickMix: QuickMix allows you to listen to songs played on one or more Pandora stations in your Station List randomly. You will need to edit your QuickMix station selections on the iPhone before connection. 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. Bookmarking: The song or artist currently being played can be bookmarked & stored in your Pandora account. Note: Access to the Pandora service will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your iPhone to connect to the Internet. Pandora is not supported in Canada & only available in the United States. Disc & USB Playback Multimedia Compatibility: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD features a front-loading disc slot, as well as a rear-panel USB (type-A) port with 59" USB extension cable. Compatible Discs: The AVH-X1500DVD supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, CD-Audio, and CD-R/RW discs. USB Port: The unit features a rear-panel USB port and includes a 59" USB extension cable. You can connect a USB mass storage class device; such as select Android smartphones (Froyo/Gingerbread OS only), portable digital audio players, or USB thumbdrives. USB portable audio devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the DVD receiver's USB port (5V/1A), and the vehicle's ignition switch is set to ACC or On. Compatible Media Files: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD supports the following types of audio, video, and photo files recorded onto a disc or inserted USB device. Media Type Disc (CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-RW/-R DL) Flash Memory (SD/SDHC, USB) File System ISO9660 Level 1 or 2, Romeo, Joliet, UDF FAT 12/16/32 Playable File Types Audio MP3: 8-320kbps bit rate; 8-48kHz sampling rates WMA: 48-320kbps bit rate; 32-48kHz sampling rates AAC: 16-320kbps bit rate; 11.025-44.1kHz sampling rates MP3: 8-320kbps bit rate; 8-48kHz sampling rates WMA: 48-320kbps bit rate; 32-48kHz sampling rates AAC: 16-320kbps bit rate; 11.025-44.1kHz sampling rates WAV: 8- or16-bit rate; 16-44.1k sampling rates Video DivX: 720 x 576 max resolution; 8GB max file size MPEG-1/2/4: 720 x 1280 max resolution; 8GB max file size Photo N/A JPEG: max resolution of 4092 x 4092 Maximum # of Folders/Files 99 folders/999 files (700 folders/3,500 files for DVD) 1,500 folders/15,000 files Tags ID3 tags (ver. 1.0,/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4), WMA-tags, AAC-tags Note: Videos and Photos can only be viewed when the vehicle's parking brake is engaged. Playback Functions: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD offers the following playback functions: Automatic Playback: When a DVD disc with DVD menu is inserted, this unit will cancel the DVD menu automatically and start playback from the first chapter of the first title. Bookmark (Resume Playback): The Bookmark function lets you resume playback from a selected scene the next time the disc is loaded. Frame-By-Frame Playback: This feature lets you movie ahead on frame at a time during playback of your DVD or Video CD. Slow Motion Forward: When playing a DVD or Video CD, you can choose to play back video in slow motion (no audio). Repeat Play: Audio/Video content can be repeated. You can choose from Disc (entire disc), Folder (current folder) Chapter (current chapter), Title (current title), Track (current track), File (current file), Folder (current folder), or One (current video/song/track). Random (Shuffle) Play: Audio/Video can be played back in a random order. You can choose from Songs (videos/songs in selected list), Albums (videos/songs from selected album), Folder (songs/tracks in selected folder), or Disc (all songs/tracks on disc). Search Functions: The AVH-X1500DVD provides the following search functions: Track Title List: You can select tracks to playback using the track title list which is a list of the tracks recorded on a disc or USB memory device. Scene Search: You can use the search function on the unit's on-screen display to search for a desired scene on your DVD by specifying a title and chapter track. Return to Scene: You can return to the specified scene where the DVD you are currently playing has been preprogrammed to return. Skip Search: You can skip to the previous/next track, file, folder, title, or chapter on a disc or USB device. Fast Forward/Reverse: You can fast forward/reverse through a current track, file, or title on a disc or USB device. Advanced Playback & Search Functions (for USB): Advance playback functions include; Music Browsing which lets you browse your USB memory device's music library by Artist, Album, Song, or Genre from the head unit in alphabetical order; and Link Play which allows you to play songs related to the currently playing song. Link Play lets the head unit create an album list of the currently playing artist, a song list of the currently playing album, or an album list of the currently playing genre. MIXTRAX: Drawing from Pioneer's rich DJ heritage and passion for music, MIXTRAX delivers a unique DJ infused listening experience to listeners in the car. MIXTRAX is an innovative Pioneer technology that creates a non-stop mix of your music library complete with a range of DJ-inspired effects. MIXTRAX takes your typical music listening experience and creates a non-stop mix of your music with 9 random DJ effects and transitions, by removing the breaks and pauses normally introduced between tracks and replacing them with various beats. MIXTRAX is compatible with USB-connected iPhone, iPod, USB MSC device, and select Android devices. There is also a Short Playback option which limits the amount of time each track plays; select from 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, or 3 minutes. Note: The MIXTRAX function does not work in App mode or with the Pandora App for iPod/iPhone/iPad. Parental Lock: This unit features an 8-level Parental Lock system protected by a user-selected 4-digit password to prevent certain DVD's from being played back on the AVH-X1500DVD. Off Insert/Eject: A disc can be inserted or ejected with the power off. When a disc is inserted with the power off, the unit will automatically power up and begin playback. When you eject a disc, the unit will automatically power off (unless you switch sources before ejecting the disc). Installation Angle: Optimum disc playback performance is obtained when the unit is installed at an angle of less than 30-degrees. Audio Section 24-Bit/96kHz DAC: For superb quality audio playback from DVDs, CDs, and flash media, the Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD is equipped with a 24-bit/96kHz digital-to-analog converter. MOSFET50 Internal Amplifier: This receiver is equipped with a 50 watts x 4 (peak) MOSFET amplifier for low distortion, high power output. The amplifier is strong enough to power small subwoofers to moderate volume levels in compact cars and pickups. For higher volume levels from subwoofers, an optional amplifier may be connected to the preamp outputs. CEA2006 Compliant: The power specifications for the AVH-X1500DVD are compliant with the CEA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and between manufacturers. The power output specs are as follows: CEA2006 Specs: 14 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N) Continuous Power Output: 22 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 50Hz-15kHz, 5% THD) Maximum Power Output: 50 watts x 4 channels (or 50 watts x 2 channels at 4 ohms + 70 watts x 1 channel at 2 ohms for subwoofer) EEQ (Easy EQ) w/ 8-Band Graphic EQ: There are seven stored equalizer curves which you can easily recall at any time. You can choose from - Powerful, Natural, Vocal, Super Bass, Flat, Custom 1, or Custom 2. The Custom 1 and Custom 2 EQ modes allow you to manually adjust the level (+/- 12dB) of each band of the head unit's 8-band graphic equalizer (40Hz, 80Hz, 200Hz, 400Hz, 1kHz, 2.5kHz, 8kHz, and10kHz). Auto EQ (Optional): The auto-equalizer automatically measures your car's interior acoustic characteristics, and then creates an auto-equalizer curve base on that information. The Pioneer CD-MC20 Auto-EQ microphone (130CDMC20, sold separately) is required to use this function. The Pioneer CD-MC20 Auto-EQ microphone plugs into your compatible Pioneer A/V receiver's rear-panel AUX 3.5mm input. The Auto-EQ microphone should be placed in the center of your vehicle's driver seat headrest facing forward for EQ measurement. Sonic Center Control: Sound that is suited for the listening position can easily be created with this function. You can adjust sound more toward the listening position left (7) to right (7). Loudness: The Loudness function compensates for deficiencies in the low- and high-frequency ranges at low volume. You can set the Loudness to High, Mid, Low, or Off. Bass Boost: You can easily boost the subwoofer bass level by using the Bass Boost function. The Bass Boost feature allows you increase the subwoofer level from 0 to +6 (12dB). Advanced Sound Retriever: The Advanced Sound Retriever automatically enhances compressed audio and restores the original richness of the recording. When the Advanced Sound Retriever is on, the high frequency range is compensated to match the frequency response curve to the original sound. There are two available levels of the Advanced Sound Retriever effect. Source Level Adjustment (SLA): This function lets you adjust the volume level of each source to prevent radical changes in volume when switching between sources. Settings are based on the volume level of the FM tuner, which remains unchanged. Each source can be independently adjusted from -4 dB to +4 dB. 2V/6CH Preamp Outputs: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD features three pair of 2.0-volt preamp outputs (Front/Rear/Subwoofer). The unit's front and rear preamp output can be faded (front/rear), while the subwoofer preamp output is non-fading. Crossovers: The AVH-X1500DVD employs high pass and low pass crossovers to tailor the head unit to your connected speakers. HPF: The head unit's 12dB/octave high pass filter only allows frequencies higher than those in the selected range (50, 63, 80, 100, 125Hz) to your front and rear speakers through the unit's speaker-level or line-level outputs. LPF: The subwoofer preamp output features an18dB/octave low pass filter so only frequencies lower than those in the selected range (50, 63, 80, 100, 125Hz) are output to your connected subwoofer. Subwoofer Controls: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD lets you adjust the subwoofer preamp output's phase (normal/reverse) and volume (+6 to -24). Switchable Rear Channel/Subwoofer Speaker Output: The rear speaker outputs can be set to provide full range output with full fading capability, or they can be set to provide non-fading subwoofer (low-pass) output. When the rear speaker outputs are set to subwoofer mode, the rear preamp outputs also switch from full range to subwoofer outputs. When set for subwoofer operation, you can connect the rear speaker leads directly to two small 4-ohm passive subwoofers or a dual voice coil sub with 4-ohm voice coils. If you prefer to use a single 2-ohm subwoofer, you can connect the woofer to one set of speaker leads, leaving the other set of rear leads disconnected. The maximum output provided when a 2-ohm load is connected to one set of leads is 70 watts. AV Connections Dual AV Inputs: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD has dual AV inputs to connect two external audio/video sources. The head unit has a rear-panel 3.5mm minijack AV input for connecting a portable audio/video device. There is also a rear-panel composite video/stereo RCA AV input for connecting a video component such as a mobile TV tuner or game console. The rear-panel 3.5mm minijack input also serves as the A/V input for your USB-connected iPod/iPhone (using the proprietary Pioneer cable). Video Output: The AVH-X1500DVD features a rear-panel composite video output that allows you to connect an external display to the unit. You can play back the same video source which is being played on the head unit. You can select the unit to output a 16:9, Letter-Box or Pan-Scan aspect ratio to match your external display's screen size. Rear View Camera: The AVH-X1500DVD is equipped with a composite video Rear View Camera input. The unit features a function that automatically switches to the rear camera image (Rear View Camera input jack) when an optional rear camera (130NDBC5, sold separately) is installed. When the transmission is in reverse, the screen automatically switches to the rear view camera (the violet/white wire in the AVH-X1500DVD's harness must be connected to the vehicle's reverse lamp circuit for automatic video switching). Automatic video switching takes approximately 1.9 seconds. Pioneer recommends using a camera with a mirror image (reversed) output. Audio from your music source will continue playing, while the back-up camera is displayed. Navigation Ready: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD allows you to connect the Pioneer AVIC-U250 add-on navigation unit (130AVIC250, sold separately) through its RGB Input. This versatile hideaway unit allows you to switch to navigation mode with the touch of a button. Get to your destination by inputting an address or search through the POI library while enjoying whatever source is currently playing. Note: If you are already using the head unit's RGB input to access AppRadio Mode from your iPhone, then you cannot connect this add-on navigation module (or vise-versa). Remote Control Wireless Remote Control: The Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD includes an IR remote control (CXE5116) for wireless operation of the multimedia head unit and your connected devices. 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). Please consult Crutchfield's Outfit My Car to see if your vehicle is compatible. Review this product Submit a review and then enter to win a $500 rewards card Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD Reviews Average Customer Review: 112 people say: Review this product: Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. Review title * Email Your email won't be visible. Please use the email address that is associated with your order. 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Submit the URL of your YouTube™ video review or product demonstration. e.g., "http://www.youtube.com/v/o79TWHh598U" 500 characters left Pros 500 characters left Cons * Agree to Terms By checking this box you agree your review becomes the property of Crutchfield, that you are over 18 years of age, that you own or have owned this product, and that you are located within the United States or its territories. Please see our Review Guidelines for more information. We reserve the right (but are not obligated to) review all submissions and edit or remove any review in any manner which we deem necessary. Your review should be posted within seven days. Filter by rating: 5 Star: (0) 4 Star: (0) 3 Star: (0) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) 5 out of 5 Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD Written By Anonymous, Sun Prairie, WI on Wednesday, July 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great product/great price Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Excellent Purchase Written By PDL, Indianapolis, IN on Monday, June 23, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) It does everything I need it to and it looks great with the interior of my car! Pros: The price is excellent for what you are getting. Cons: It is now discontinued. Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Great in dash player Written By Chad, wellford,SC on Saturday, June 14, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Love the player. Great with pandora. A little difficult to get DvD to bypass the stupid parking brake saftey switch. But all in all a very good payer with great EQ adjustments and sub output. Dont like the fact that the usb input comes out the back so you have to run a cable behind the dash instead of being able to just plug in the front. I have this and the jenson flip out dvd in my wifes car. the screen quality and resolution is awesome with this player 100% better quality than the Jenson. Pros: great picture, wide range of eq control,great sound Cons: usb port in the back(this is just a personal thing),hard to bypass brake switch Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Good Value Written By ChickenDinner, Chicago on Tuesday, June 03, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I am not audiophile, but this stereo was relatively cheap and sounds great. Had connections for subwoofer and review camera. I have yet to figure out how to adjust brightness. Hard to read when in sun Pros: Great sound for the money Cons: Hard to see display in sunlight (but I haven't yet figured out how to adjust). Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Not bad - Don't know about using it with Androir Written By john s, sheboygan, wi on Monday, June 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Hooked it up and it seemed really nice. Easily works with iphone and ipod. Android would take a bit more work - not sure how much it can do. But - it worked well. Nice screen. Pros: Screen. Coolness. Cons: Android compatibility. Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD Written By Anonymous, Winston-Salem NC on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Good Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD Written By Anonymous, sacramento ca on Sunday, May 25, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) looks very good in my 1986.5 supra like it belongs ther Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Love it Written By Osuh8r, Suffolk VA on Sunday, May 25, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Love the look at the sound quality from it. Cons: Pioneer apps aren't very good Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Pioneer AVH Written By Sarge, Maryland on Friday, May 23, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) its not a bad item for the money. the install was pretty straight forward. I've been using the Pioneer brand for over 14 years and still lasts the test of time. Still disappointed that this unit will not work with a Android Fone. ive tried everything that I can think of and as much research as I could as well.. If your looking to use the Bluetooth function or a Android, move onto another system. other than that good sound and functionality for the money. Pros: the sound quality is great and ease of installation. pretty much straight and to the point. added a Sub to this and was easy install. System configuration not too complicated. Cons: no Bluetooth... ONLY for IPHONES, not android ( unless you have an old Android that wasn't updated from Jellybean) Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 3 out of 5 Pioneer dvd Written By Tim s, Alamo,ND on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Easy to instal sounds good Pros: Good value Cons: Is not compatible with new iphone Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 A+ Written By Elis, APO Baumholder Germany on Monday, May 19, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) for the money is a nice in dash Pros: easy to use and match the interior lights Cons: none Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Great Radio Written By joedw, Wichita, Kansas on Sunday, May 18, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This is a great radio, sound is good, looks is good. It is easy to learn to use. Will work with Android using the Aux. cable coming from the back and running into glove box, and plug into the headphone jack. Installed in a 2010 Dodge 1500 with a little trimming of the dash. Pros: Great price and quality Cons: None Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Best bang for your buck! Written By Zee, Lakewood, CA on Thursday, May 15, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This was my very first time dipping my feet into the world of car audio modding. I have a 2010 Honda Fit and the head unit on it was itching to be replaced(non navi). As a full-time student on a budget, I needed something that was affordable yet suitable enough to keep while adding on to(sub/amp/speakers). Saw great reviews and ratings and I loved the way it looked compared to others in its price range so I decided to get one in my hands. Crutchfield is amazing with sending everything you need for the installation. I was a little iffy doing wiring because it was only my second time doing wiring but everything worked the first time! Installation was a breeze with everything that Crutchfield provided. As for the sound quality, it's a world of a difference compared to stock, with the 8-band EQ and all the other features available in this inexpensive little unit. Only reason why I have 4 stars on build quality is because I'm so accustomed to my iPhones touchscreen that I felt the Pioneer could have been better but it's still great nevertheless! It's the only thing I could have any negative thoughts about but I can't complain with what I paid for! This head unit is definitely worth a try. :) Pros: Easy to install, jam-packed with great features, works great with iPhone 5S Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Great Product Written By Rocco S, Watkins Glen, NY on Sunday, May 11, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Set this up with an Alpine Amp, 2 Alpine Marine Speakers outside, a pair of Polk component speakers inside and a 10" Kicker sub inside for a camper we just purchased. The unit is everything we wanted and then some. Highly recommend this unti. Pros: Versatility. Quality. Value. Cons: Minor inconvienience with the USB port in the back. Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 4 out of 5 Good Product Written By Anonymous, Bradenton Florida on Sunday, May 04, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) really good for the price. good featuers Pros: looks nice easy install works well Cons: very dim 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Double Din Upgrade Written By Bob, Triad, NC on Monday, April 28, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I had a double din factory stereo that had very few options. This Pioneer was a nice upgrade over that. The iPod / iPhone integration, DVD player, rear camera and pre outs give me a lot of options to work with. I am no audiophile, but am pleased with the product based on the price-point. If you were looking for a nice upgrade from your plain factory stereo this is a nice upgrade. Spend some time in the driveway figuring out what does what related to iPod integration, because it does take a little time to work out the nuances to operation. Pros: Price. Solid construction. Features available for the price-point. Display, background and theme color changes to match stock interior colors. Cons: None really.for the price you really can't be that picky, and if you are then go spend $500 on something else. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Great stereo! Written By Jam, Wa on Sunday, April 27, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This stereo is super nice for the price! Touch screen is fun, the sound quality is better than my stock stereo and I like the tons of upgrade hookups in the back. Wiring was fairly simple. Plays my Flash drives and phone. Only thing missing is bluetooth tech which can be added on later. Pros: Great upgrade from 2006 stock cd player. Plays DVDs and Pandora. DJ Mixtrax feature is fun. Changing color buttons rocks, menu functionality is great! Cons: No blue tooth. Had to buy a usb-1/4" adapter for flash drive and phone integration for $60. I know how to wire but if you don't then expect to get a pro to install for you. The universal parts they give you to install are kind of a pain with tabs you have to cut off with cutters 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD Written By James, Lubbock, TX on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Recently purchased and installed the Pioneer AVH-X1500DVD and I love it! It makes the interior of my '08 Ford Edge look so much better, less plain and boring. It's very user friendly, I didn't have to read any of the owners manual to learn how to work it, it's very straight forward and simple. Pros: Ease of use, great sound quality over factory head unit and it has style. Cons: Haven't found any yet... 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 2 out of 5 pioneer avh-x1500dvd Written By rafael, milwaukee wi on Thursday, April 17, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Very bad Cons: This radio dosnt work whit all the phone!! Im very disappointed whit it... Was this review helpful? Yes | No "Coolness Factor" Build Quality Ease of Use Sound Quality Value 5 out of 5 Pioneer AVH X1500DVD Written By Anonymous, Puerto Rico on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great Item, price and very fast shipping! A+++ Pros: Basically, everything !!! 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Dear Mental Nurses, Doctors...anyone really
Why are GP's sending self harmers and anorexics who steadfastly refuse ALL TREATMENT as direct admissions onto medical wards?
These people have no medical issues. This is happening a lot lately. I can understand an overdose needing IV parvolex but when they are purely mental health issues we cannot manage them. We don't know what to do with them. Psychiatry is refusing to take them over until we "force feed" these patients. This is something medical doctors and nurses ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DO UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES IN A DISTRICT GENERAL HOSPITAL AND WE DON'T MAKE THE LAWS. We can't section them apparantly as they need to go to their previous psyche facilities for that. News to me. We have resorted to begging these patients to eat, on our hands and knees. This includes the chief exec visiting these patients and doing some begging. The psyches won't take these patients over but will be taking the hospital to court if we don't "make" these people eat, stop threatening suicide etc etc etc.
Why the hell are the medical consultants getting this dumped on them?
The GP's are even sending people to AAU with "anxiety" and no other problems at all. Even if we can get the psyches into see them (mission impossible on a good day), it could take over a week. And medical patients die due to lack of beds, and getting discharged to early to free up more beds.
We have no RMN's on staff so basically we are up shit's creek. The local psychiatric hospitals won't "get involved".
What am I missing here. These patients definitely do NOT have medical issues. No electrolyte imbalances yet.....or confusion related to infection. Nothing like that.
What is going on?
Will probably have to delete this.
29 comments:
- Mental said...
Have linked to this here
Sorry I have no answer. I am guessing rampant stupidity and nhs politics are involved somewhere.
- 1 August 2010 05:59
What's going on is 'streamlining' of Mental health service = No beds and no staff. People don't stop becoming unwell, just because there isn't anywhere to put them. You are being used as a dumping overflow, probably for the patients I should be nursing, but have no beds to do this with.
Sorry xxx
- 1 August 2010 06:00
- Nurse Anne said...
The thing is we have relatives demanding that we essentially tie these people UP and make them eat etc etc, or they demand that we don't discharge them until they stop "wanting to kill themselves".
In a medical setting WE ARE NOT LEGALLY ALLOWED TO FORCE THINGS ON PATIENTS. For any reason. And apparantly sectioning is out of the question.WTF?
So if we force feed we will all lose our jobs, get sued and face criminal charges and if the patient dies of starvation we will lose our jobs, get sued and face criminal charges as some of our medical doctors are finding out.
When the hospital chiefs come to the ward to beg patients to eat to avoid a court case you know the situation is out of control.
- 1 August 2010 06:05
- Nurse Anne said...
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- 1 August 2010 06:06
- Zarathustra said...
I've seen roughly similar situations in CAMHS, involving teenagers with anorexia who are being NG tube-fed. This has occasionally led to arguments between CAMHS and paediatrics as to whether it should be done on the CAMHS inpatient unit or the paeds ward.
CAMHS say it's a physical treatment and should be done on the paeds ward, paeds say it's a psychiatric issue, so it should go to CAMHS. Paeds say that they don't have the skills in managing psychiatric patients, CAMHS say they don't have the skills in NG tube feeding...and so it goes round in a circle.
Personally, I take the view that the most important thing is that it's done rather than who does it. Exactly who should do it ought to depend on a range of issues - whether the person is consenting to treatment and admission, their physical condition, and so on.
In the case you describe, where the patient isn't consenting to treatment, then they should be sectioned (NG tube feeding for anorexia counts as psychiatric treatment, so you can use the Mental Health Act), and then either...
(a) if they're to be kept on the ward, then the trust should be paying for bank/agency RMNs to come onto the ward and deal with the MHA issues and carry out restraint.
or (b) if they're to go onto the psych ward the trust should ensure that the RMNs there are sufficiently skilled at NG tube feeding. If they're not, then the trust should be paying for them to receive training.
In both those cases, note the use of the phrase "the trust should be paying for". I think that might be where the problem lies.
- 1 August 2010 07:09
- Nurse Anne said...
But apparantly they cannot be sectioned until the psyches take them over "they won't" or until we can get them back to a particular facility "won't have them"
Neither the psyches or the former facility will get involved until we feed patient etc. And legally NG force feeding is out of the question.
I don't understand it other than to know that it is money, politics etc.
- 1 August 2010 07:20
- Zarathustra said...
Yep, definitely sounds like a mix of money and politics. Last time we had a dispute like this, it was resolved by escalating the matter to a meeting between the respective clinical directors to come up with an agreement as to how to proceed.
- 1 August 2010 07:38
- pj said...
Inmy experience it is because, at the end of the day, the acute medical team will take anyone who is sick that no one else wants.
Other specialties, be they surgeons or psychs, can pick and choose to some extent. That means that GPs know that if they either fail to get the right speciality to take them, don't know which speciality, or just don't try, they can send them off to the medical team to manage. That's how they get into hospital - and once there the same thing applies, other specialties can refuse to take over the care of a patient, particularly if they are based off-site, and/or horrendously underfunded like psych.
- 1 August 2010 08:45
- pj said...
Similarly, when the social work team can't place a patient they stay in an acute medical bed pushing a grand a night.
- 1 August 2010 08:46
Compulsory treatment
Occasionally, someone with anorexia may refuse treatment even though they are severely ill and their life is at risk.
In such a situation, doctors may decide to admit the person to hospital for compulsory treatment under the Mental Health Act. This is sometimes called 'sectioning' or being 'sectioned'.
- 1 August 2010 09:11
Send them home. They do not necessarily die.
- 1 August 2010 09:18
- Sarah Quail said...
Anonymous: Yes, you can be committed to hospital for compulsory treatment. However, what I believe MMN is saying is that the particular ward that they are working on is not legally allowed to compel patients to accept treatment (vs. some other wards which can).
- 1 August 2010 09:22
General Medicine is the long stop for everything. It has always been like that. If somebody has social problems that cannot be managed by social services they are sent to hospital and passed on to general physicians to sort them out. It is the same with psychiatric problems. If the mental health services cannot cope the patients get sent to the general hospital and the general physicians have to do their best. Or the patient is left with the GP.
With the coalition cuts this sort of problem is only going to get worse.
- 1 August 2010 09:24
In the old days, a Psych. consult will do the trick. Now, it is the future: GP commissioning is here.
- 1 August 2010 09:28
- pj said...
I'm pretty sure you can section a patient with anorexia for force feeding in a general hospital (section would need to be done by a psych though). It is pretty much the only way you can force feed an anorexic patient since they will usually retain capacity.
Medical consultants often have little familiarity with the mental capacity and mental health acts so it is often worth getting an expert opinion. That said there is no way the psychs can threaten the general hospital for not treating the patients - as you say - to force feed without section would be assault - it is up to the psychs to arrange sectioning for the purposes of treatment.
- 1 August 2010 10:09
In the new era, GP will be charged with the help of private companies of course and suddenly the psychs will fight to have the patient. If they do not get better....wow.
- 1 August 2010 10:59
- Nurse Anne said...
Z, We were told that if they were sectioned somewhere else in the past then they have to go back to that place to be sectioned again?
Sounds like a lot of BS to me.
- 1 August 2010 11:48
- pj said...
That is definitely BS.
- 1 August 2010 12:42
- Zarathustra said...
Yep, it's BS. Nothing in the Mental Health Act about how if they've been sectioned in one place they can only be sectioned in that place.
- 1 August 2010 13:38
- Crazy Nurse said...
If they're not a section surely most of them self discharge? Who wants to be on a general medical ward? Why hang around, for no treatment?
Or am I missing the point.
- 1 August 2010 17:33
- Nurse Anne said...
They won't self discharge.
And apparantly if we discharge them without feeding/sorting them we are in deep trouble.
I am repeating to you what I have been told. I think it's all a load of rubbish really.
- 2 August 2010 00:57
Anne, I thought you might find this interesting, shocking, disappointing, disgusting... the list goes on.
- 2 August 2010 02:02
In my part of the uk that would be because mental health staffing and beds are being cut and are the psychiatric ward equivalent of what you so regularly describe happening to your ward, Anne.
I'm a mental health nurse, and of all the blogs I've looked at, yours most accurately reflects what I see going on in mental health.
Despite occupancies of 133%+ over several years now (achieved by juggling beds, sending folk out on leave to use their bed and sleeping new admissions on a sofa, borrowing beds on other wards) there is now talk of cutting more beds.
Community support, rather than being increased to compensate for the lack of inpatient care, is being chipped away at.
No wonder more folk are shipping up at your wards.
It is a sick system.
Stressed RMN
- 2 August 2010 02:23
- Nurse Anne said...
They are slashing community beds for elderly as well. We already are overwhelmed with delayed discharges anyway. There is no place for these people to go.
Management has told the RN's that "we had better get off our asses and get these people discharged".
The consultants don't seem to understand the situation. I had one screaming at me the other day. On Friday he had medically discharged a patient to a stepdwon facility. She is 99 and cannot take care of herself. And it will take about 8 weeks to get a NH.
On friday I busted my ass to make 100 phone calls to find a rehab type place to actually accept her. I started on this as soon as the consultant said she was medically stable for discharge from our hospital ward. If you want to know why your nurse is ignoring your call bell it's because we are doing this kind of stuff for 22 patients.
Rehab facility said they will assess her on Tuesday and then it will be a 3 week wait at least because they have no beds. So we won't even know if they will accept her until at least Tuesday. And that was the only place I could get to come and assess her.
Monday morning her consultant was on the ward screaming and cursing at me because "I hadn't bothered to discharge that lady" "Why the fuck is she still here" "these goddamn nurses don't know what they are doing" "How hard is it to handover a patient to the nurses at a rehab facility".
I really wish these consultants would either get to grips with the situation or shut the fuck up.
- 2 August 2010 04:47
- Nurse Anne said...
Oh and then there was all the paperwork I had to complete and send off to get her discharged and under the care of SS.
She is still on the ward today with a lovely hospital acquired chest infection...on IV antibiotics. An hour after we started the IV antibiotics the rehab place rang and said that they will accept her and will have a bed in two days. I told them she was no longer fit for discharge because of her chest infection and IV drugs.
If she is once again declared medically stable we will have to go through the whole process again. Eventually she will die on the ward.
- 2 August 2010 04:50
- Dino-nurse said...
It sucks to be old and frail at the best of times but to be old and frail on an NHS ward....:0(
This story is repeated on medical wards across the country and is only going to get worse. Our CCOT nurses are constantly being called to review patients who are on 80% fiO2 and desaturating due to being old, frail and not able to cope with a resp rate of 40 due to a HAI. What can they do? Most often they argue with a doctor over whether a DNAR might be more appropriate as there is no way ICU will take them....most will not tolerate the tight mask needed for NIV and if they get tubed they usually die on the ventilator. Most often the DNAR is not done and low and behold they manage to bypass the review by the medical SpR (a requirement for admission to the HDU for NIV) and a snotty consultant will browbeat an anaesthetic SpR to admit to the ICU (time and time again this happens as they know damn well that getting hold of the ICU consultant will=no admission). The medical SpRs manage to hold their ground because (a)they can get hold of the consultant easily and (b) she is well known for eating other consultants for breakfast. Most of the time our SpRs are on their own as getting hold of the ICU consultant is alot harder as they have a bigger patch to cover ( theatres, ED plus the rest of the hospital). This is why they are pushing for CPAP and NIV to be available on general medical wards. Can you imagine it? Who will do the ABGs? Who will make sure that all NIV patients keep their masks on, are not accidentally being fully ventilated ( it happens alot on HDU due to the safety settings on some of the NIPPY machines)and have NG tubes so that they can be fed? We can use mittens as a firstline and sedation as aback-up but this is because we have one or two patients to look after. It beggers belief how anyone thinks that this is a good idea. I have contacted the RCN and the NMC with no luck or back-up. Big fat suprise.
- 2 August 2010 05:21
- Nurse Anne said...
You know dino every time I try to tell people about what is going on they say the same thing
"Well dear have you bothered to call the union"
"Have you bothered to put in incident forms"
"Have you bothered to contact the NMC/RCN"
"Have you bothered to contact the newspapers"
"Have you bothered to whistleblow, it is the nurse's responsibility you know"
Um. OF COURSE WE FUCKING HAVE DONE ALL OF THE ABOVE AND MORE. And everything that Joe Public can think of we have already thought of, everything he can suggest we have DONE. And we have done all the things that Joe Public is to fucking ignorant to think of on his own.
Why are people so dumb?
- 2 August 2010 06:09
"What am I missing here"- well the first bit is easy.
It sounds like your ward needs to establish a more effective referral mechanism?
Most hospital based services usually require a medic (or nurse) to ACCEPT a GP referral first before deciding if a ward area (rather than A&E) is the most appropriate setting to begin investigating a new patient.
It simply beggars belief that a cohort of patients are being sent to an acute medical setting even though none of them have an actual physical problem.
What next - sending patients with unstable angina to a forensic psychiatric setting?
The decision to impose treatment on any patient refusing intervention MUST be judged on the individual set of circumstances in each case.
At least two factors must be ALWAYS be kept in mind;
[1] does the patient have capacity?
[2] the likely consequences of NOT treating a particular problem - for example, a young person who has starved themselves and now has a potassium of 8.3, say.
In other words, once a life threatening problem has been identified staff would be entitled, and in fact required, to act in the patient's 'best interest' in order to save their life (assuming they were lacking in capacity).
The MHA can be used on a medical ward (or other in-patient areas) to detain somebody - by applying either the nurses holding power, Section 5(4) or a medics holding power Section 5(2) - although these sections DO NOT permit enforced treatment (rather their function is to enable more detailed psychiatric assessment).
As mentioned above 'common law' must be used to treat a physical emergency, providing there is evidence that a patient lacks capacity, and the consequences of not treating the problem are likely to be significant.
- 6 August 2010 08:49
Incidentally, for those interested in the legality of imposed feeding (for patients suffering with anorexia) this landmark case makes for very interesting reading
Despite rulings made following B v Croydon Health Authority, the issues surrounding feeding without consent remain about as clear as mud?
- 6 August 2010 10:24


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It's happened several times: I'll be chattering away with a friend in Japanese, and they'll sneeze, and without even thinking about it I'll revert back to English to say "bless you." Is there a set phrase in Japanese I can use after someone sneezes?
Here are the results from a small poll on Facebook. Six native Japanese replied. The results can be interpreted as:
And here are the actual results (I didn't create any of the options, it was a blank poll when I asked the question):
In my understanding, Japanese normally does not interfere with other's personal stuff most of time. So, they don't use those after sneeze. But if influenza is hot during that time, they may ask "Are you ok?".
And some people think that silent and unchanged facial expresssions are elegent on sneeze here, so there is some sneeze contest 「くしゃみ対決」 by intentional putting some tissues on their nose. And they try to decide least silent and without facial expressions change as winners and some are called 「イケメン」- a slang which means some kind of pretty boy.
But looks like in Okinawa, people use "クスケー" after sneeze, according to this, 2, and origin.
I've researched a bit and it seems that such expression doesn't really exist in Japanese. There is a kind of explanation for this:
In the Western societies, there used to be a belief that sneezes could release one's soul, therefore putting it in danger because it could have been "captured" by lurking evil spirits; or it was believed that the mouth opened would allow those spirits to enter the body.
This point of view had strong religious features which, as we all already may know, weren't this strong in Asian countries or, better, they were totally absent.
We could say that the most similar/close expression, which someone already mentioned in the comments, is
Finally, considering that in Japan the usual is that you don't say anything, and that it's not common if you do, it might be better to follow the local custom.
In Tokyo, currently, people comfortably ignore other people's sneezes. Of course, when your family (or a close friend) sneezes, it is common to ask 風邪ひいた? (caught cold?) or something like that. However, this is equivalent to asking such questions to your family member trembling or looking pale.
A common Japanese experience in the US: when they sneeze, someone speaks a short phrase, but it is confusing because they have no idea what is going on.
Seven hundred years ago, when someone sneezed, they or people around them said くさめ. That practice has disappeared although the noun for a sneeze is still くしゃみ.
Absolutely nothing. Seriously.
During my 5 years working in Japan, I normally just heard "are you ok?", which is "Daijyobu?"
Depends on the number of times you've sneezed.
大丈夫ですか? Simply saying that is enough to smooth the conversation or whatever. But I still believe it depends on various situations.
I've been in Japan 3 years myself and haven't heard anyone respond to my sneezes. Although I'm American, I never say "bless you" to anyone in the states or here in Japan. As long as they're not sneezing on me, I feel like nothing needs to be said.
I have to agree with other posters that it gets pretty annoying to hear bless you all the time. I worked at a place where one lady would say pardon me. I swear that woman sneeze at least 20x in an hour. I finally brought earplugs to work to drown her out!
I have a totally opposite experience. In America, everytime I sneeze, someone will say "bless you", and I am forced into a situation where it would be impolite if I do not reply to that by saying "thank you". As that happened to me repeatedly, it became really annoying, and at some point, it became my habit not to sneeze in front of other people when I am in America. Or, I try to sneeze silently so that other people will not notice. Why do I have to bother to say "thank you" every time I sneeze?
Once, I asked some people what the idea is behind this conversation when sneezing; why do you have to be blessed by god when you sneeze? They told me that it traces back to the days when plague disease caused by pests became a major concern in Europe.
But, come on, how many centries do you have to keep worrying about the plague? A quick wikipedia check tells me it was in the 14th century. It became over a long time ago. Well, I don't deny that some habits survive long after their original purpose is gone, but why do you expect that Japanese people have a similar habit, where the plague disease was totally irrelevant? It is actually surprising to me that such question came out. I don't particularly feel anything negative, but feel ethno-centrism in this question.


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