Zapco HB MS Q9P1 multimedia station
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Zapco HB MS Q9P1 Multimedia Station
The Zapco HB MS Q9P1 is a high-end multimedia station designed with a single goal – to deliver the highest possible image and sound quality in a car environment. This is not an ordinary Android radio, but a full-fledged audio/video center developed by Zapco, a brand long synonymous with top-tier SQ systems and precise audio solutions.
At the heart of the system is a powerful octa-core Qualcomm processor that ensures smooth operation of Android 13, fast UI responsiveness and stable performance even when using demanding functions simultaneously, such as DSP, navigation, high-resolution music streaming or wireless phone connectivity. The 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 256 GB UFS 2.0 internal storage provide ample headroom for apps, offline maps and an extensive music library. The centerpiece is a 9" touchscreen with a very high resolution of 2000 × 1200 px, offering crisp imagery, high contrast and excellent readability even in daylight. The graphics feel modern and clean, underscoring the premium nature of the device. The radio's design is restrained, technical and precisely aligned with Zapco's philosophy – no unnecessary effects, everything subordinated to function and quality.
On the audio side, the HB MS Q9P1 represents the absolute pinnacle among car multimedia units. The audio section is built around the top-tier ESS9088 D/A converter, complemented by a professional ST/ADI DSP architecture. The system supports configurations from basic 4-channel setups up to full 5.1, 7.1 or 8-channel arrangements, including active crossovers, precise delay settings, level and phase adjustments, and equalization. It naturally supports Hi-Res audio formats including FLAC, APE, WAV and the extremely demanding DSD512, a format more commonly found in high-end home Hi-Fi. The integrated eight-channel amplifier delivering 8 × 50 W uses MOSFET technology and is designed to provide clean, stable and dynamic power. High-quality low-level outputs for connecting external amplifiers are also available, including a digital optical output, making it an ideal foundation for a truly premium audio system.
The multimedia feature set includes 4K video support, a wide range of video formats and the ability to connect multiple cameras, including a 360° panoramic system. The radio features a sensitive AM/FM tuner with RDS, pleasing users who still prefer traditional radio listening. Wireless connectivity is a given – Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC support for Hi-Res audio transfer, Wi-Fi 6 for fast internet connection and an integrated 4G modem with a SIM card slot. A major benefit is full support for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as phone screen mirroring.
The Zapco HB MS Q9P1 is for customers who do not accept compromises. It is intended for discerning listeners who want to extract the maximum from car audio while also requiring modern multimedia features without limits. Combined with quality installation and tuning, it represents one of the best foundations for high-end vehicle sound systems available on the market today.
Main features
- Operating system Android 13.
- Powerful octa-core Qualcomm processor with high clock speeds.
- 8 GB DDR4 system memory (fast 3600 MHz).
- 256 GB UFS 2.0 internal storage.
- 9" high-resolution touchscreen with 2000 × 1200 px.
- Built-in audio DSP processor supporting 4/5.1/6/7.1/8 channel configurations.
- ESS9088 high-resolution audio decoder for faithful playback.
- Integrated 8×50 W amplifier with MOSFET output technology.
- Support for high-resolution audio formats including DSD512.
- Digital optical and coaxial audio outputs.
- 5.1-channel RCA pre-out outputs.
- 4K video playback support.
- HDMI output for connecting an external monitor.
- AHD camera inputs including support for 360° camera systems.
- Built-in GPS navigation.
- Highly sensitive AM/FM tuner with RDS.
- Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC support for Hi-Res audio streaming and hands-free calls.
- Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 / 5 GHz) for fast wireless connection.
- Integrated 4G modem for mobile data and online services.
- Support for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Support for Hi-Car / MirrorLink / phone mirroring.
- Multicolor backlighting of controls.
- Option to purchase a DAB+ module with antenna.
Package contents
- Zapco HB MS Q9P1 multimedia unit.
- Power wiring harness for installation.
- Audio/video cables for RCA / optical / coaxial connections.
- HDMI output cable.
- USB cable(s) for connection and charging.
- Camera connection cable (AHD / 360°).
- External microphone for hands-free calling.
- GPS antenna.
- 4G antennas for mobile connectivity.
- Mounting screws and installation frame.
- User manual including a quick installation guide.
About the brand
Zapco is the oldest high-end car audio brand in the world, specializing in top-quality amplifiers and DSP processors for cars. The company was founded in the USA in 1974 and has since collected numerous awards, both from prestigious organizations evaluating product quality and innovation and from global competitions focused especially on sound quality. Zapco amplifiers deliver uncompromising audiophile quality, define quality standards and set the criteria by which other products in the field are judged. For over 45 years, Zapco has continuously sought innovative ways to bring better sound into the automotive environment, and this relentless pursuit of absolute sound quality keeps producing new technologies and high-end products. Why? Because nothing else can touch the soul and bring tears to the eyes like music. Through music you can dance for joy... of all art forms, music has the strongest and most immediate effect on your body and mind. Reproducing music in all its beauty and subtlety deserves nothing less than the greatest effort from all Zapco employees. And also because music matters!
| Catalog number | HB MS Q9P1 |
| Brand | Zapco |
| Links | Official web presentation |
| Car radio sizeCar radios are divided into 2 basic sizes, 1DIN car radios and 2DIN car radios . 1DIN size car radios - the exact dimensions including the metal frame where the car radio is inserted are 184 x 53 mm, the external dimensions of the branded 1DIN car radio are 188 x 59 mm. We know 2DIN car radios from newer vehicles, a classic example is the VW Golf IV with navigation. The dimensions of a 2DIN car radio without a metal frame are 180 x 101 mm, the external dimensions of a branded 2DIN car radio are 189 x 119 mm. | 2DIN |
| Car radio performanceThe performance of the car radio shown in maximum values. This is therefore the MAX value. The performance of the internal amplifier of the car radio. Today, the RMS power of a car radio ranges from 17 - 30 W RMS per channel. | 8 x 50 W MOSFET |
| Supported formats via USB inputList of all supported formats (MP3, AAC, Flac, DivX, etc.) that the car radio can play via USB input. | MP3, WMA, AAC, RM, FLAC, WAY (192KHz/Hi-Res, 512DSD ultra-high-definition audio) |
| USB inputThe USB input of the car radio is used to connect a USB flash drive or smartphone. Today, playing music via USB is the most popular way to listen to music in the car. The USB input can be front (on the front panel of the car radio) or rear (on the back of the cable). | Yes |
| CD driveCar radios with CD drive. Car radios that have an input slot for inserting a CD. | No |
| SD card accessModern branded car radios can play SDHC SD cards up to 32 GB, sometimes even 64 GB. The SD card slot is behind the front panel in most car radios. | No |
| DVD driveDVD ("Digital Versatile Disc" or "Digital Video Disc") is a digital optical data carrier format that can contain movies or various other data. Car radios with a DVD drive can also play classic CD discs, and the car radio always has a slot for only one disc, the CD drive and the DVD drive are always in one. | No |
| Integrated BluetoothBluetooth is a communication technology used for wireless connection between two or more electronic devices. A mobile phone, for example, can be connected to a car radio with built-in Bluetooth. Most car radios for 2017 and later can also wirelessly stream (play) music via Bluetooth -> A2DP function. | Yes |
| Audio Streaming via BluetoothA2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) is a Bluetooth profile that enables the wireless transmission of stereo audio from an A2DP source, typically a mobile phone or computer, to an A2DP receiver (car radio). These devices usually also support the AVRCP profile. | Yes |
| External microphone included in the packageThe external microphone is connected from the back of the car radio to the input marked "MIC". For ideal sound quality during a phone call, we recommend placing the external microphone on the left "A" pillar at the point where the "A" pillar and the roof panel connect to each other. A very good position to place an external microphone is also near the central rear-view mirror. | Yes |
| Number of RCA outputsRCA outputs , colloquially called "cinches", are used to connect an external amplifier or active subwoofer. Aftermarket car radios are usually equipped with 1 to 3 pairs of RCA outputs. FRONT, REAR and SUB are used. It also depends on how many volt outputs the car radio is equipped with. More basic models of car radios have 2V outputs, more expensive units have 4V and more. The higher the specified value, the less power demands are placed on the external amplifier and the sound quality increases. | 8 |
| Output level on RCAAn important parameter if you are going to install an external amplifier. If you purchase a car radio with a basic value, i.e. 2V outputs, then greater demands will be placed on the power of the amplifier. As the value increases, e.g. 4V or 5V, the power of the external amplifier increases significantly, in layman's terms. A car radio with strong outputs therefore has the advantage that you do not pull so much power through the amplifier and thus achieve a better sound, as external amplifiers lose control at higher loads. | 4 V |
| Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay is a completely new option for connecting a smartphone to a car radio that has the Apple CarPlay function. The connection is only by cable, thanks to the high data flow. You click on the Apple CarPlay icon on the car radio screen and application icons appear on the car radio screen like on a smartphone, and you can continue to control everything using the car radio. It also works with voice control and Siri. | Yes |
| Android AutoGoogle's Android Auto is a completely new option for connecting a smartphone to a car radio that has the Android Auto function. The connection is only by cable, thanks to the high data flow. The Android OS requirement is at least version 5.0. You click on the Android Auto icon on the car radio screen, and application icons appear on the car radio screen like on a smartphone, and you can continue to control everything using the car radio. Voice control and GPS signal also works. | Yes |
| DisplayAdditional information about the display. Segment, LCD, multi-line, etc. | 9\" LCD, 2000 × 1200 px, brightness 500 nits, IPS panel |
| Equalizer / DSP processorA basic or parametric equalizer allows you to adjust the sound at individual frequencies in finer steps. Using the DSP processor , you can set the time correction, connect the speakers actively (actively): without crossovers, set the location of the speakers and determine their size digitally. | Yes |
| Built-in DAB+ tunerIntegrated DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) digital FM tuner for reception of digital FM radio signal broadcasting. Before buying a car radio with a DAB+ tuner, we recommend checking whether the package includes a DAB+ antenna, without which you cannot receive digital broadcasts. This information is usually provided on the manufacturer's official website. | No (available separately) |
| Direct subwoofer controlSubwoofer settings, where you can add or subtract the dB level, i.e. subtract or add bass according to the recording. Higher class car radios can also rotate the phase and other functions for perfect bass. Some car radios allow you to turn off the subwoofer completely, with a button in the car radio menu. This is a very useful feature if you have a subwoofer in your car. | Yes |
| Remote control includedCard IR remote control of the car radio, thanks to which certain functions of the car radio incl. control the volume from the hand, remotely. | No |
| Cable with ISO terminal included in the packageThere is usually a specific 12-18 pin connector on the back of the car radio itself, into which the reduction to standard ISO is connected. This cable is always included in the package of branded aftermarket car radios and has a length of 8 - 15 cm. | Yes |
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