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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X492

CD, MP3, WMA Receiver with Remote, Front Aux and USB Inputs, and iPod Direct Connection via USB

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General Features:

  • In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote and Front USB + Aux Inputs for MP3 and iPod playback via USB connection
    • iPod USB direct connectivity via your standard iPod-to-USB connection cable allows you to charge, control, and playback your iPod through the receiver and stereo system
  • Detachable face
  • Dot-matrix display
  • Wireless remote control included
  • Blue button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 2-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, AAC, MP3, and WMA
  • CR-2 tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • System Q (6 EQ presets with 3 adjustable bands)
  • 24-Bit D/A Converter

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as either the Kenwood SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or Kenwood XM Radio Package
  • HD Radio Ready: Kenwood KTC-HR200 HD Radio Tuner is required and sold separately
  • Bluetooth Ready: Kenwood KCA-BT200 required and sold separately
  • iPod Ready: Direct connection through USB is available but Kenwood KCA-iP100 is recommended and sold separately
  • Front-panel auxiliary input: USB and 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 required and sold separately
  • CD Changer controls
Product History:
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(newest, current model)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X493)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X492)
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver SizeSingle DIN
Faceplate SecurityDetachable
Security Code
Motorized FaceplateNo
Remote ControlYes
Peak Power Output50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs3 Pairs (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA OutputYes
Preamp Voltage4 volts
Built-In EqualizerSystem Q-EX/E's -- 3 Bands Parametric w/ 6 Presets
Display TypeDot-Matrix Text Display
Display ColorBlue
Button ColorBlue
CD Signal-to-Noise110 dB
Playback Features
AM/FM TunerYes
FM Presets18
AM Presets6
CD-R/RW PlaybackYes
MP3 PlaybackYes
WMA PlaybackYes
DVD / Video PlaybackNo
Expandability Features
NavigationNo
Audio/Video InputsFront 3.5mm
Optional
USB InputFront
iPod Audio ConnectionYes (via iPod USB Cable or Accessory Cable Below)
Satellite RadioOptional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD RadioOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Bluetooth ConnectivityOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Steering Wheel Control CompatibleYes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer ControlsOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Rear View Camera InputNo
Memory Card ReaderNo
iPod Information
Compatible Apple Devices5G iPod Video (30, 60, & 80GB)
iPod Classic (120GB)
iPod Classic (80 &160GB)
iPod Nano 1st Generation (1, 2, & 4GB)
iPod Nano 2nd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 3rd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 4th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Touch 1st Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 2nd Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPhone
iPhone 3G
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration2 years
Labor Warranty Duration2 years
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
Customer Review Summary for Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X492
Average Customer Rating is 5.0 out of 5 stars:
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
4.8
Value
5.0
Features
4.9
Design
4.7
Usability
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
August 6, 2009 Great value
Review by
tamika from louisville, KY
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great product for the money... i saw the same product in a local store for alot more money..so yes i would recommend it to others great product easy to use and install and nice sound...
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August 3, 2009 great sound
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fabio from miami, FL
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for a very low price, an excellent value and sound, the usb port makes life very simple, just put a pen drive in it and in play. Very fast while reading and playing the mp3 files, no waiting time.
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July 10, 2009 great product
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Anthony from Apopka, FL
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very happy with this radio, many functions, plays my ipod w/o any problems
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June 18, 2009 Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X492
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Steven from Allen, TX
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Very nice system. Good documentation made it easy to install. Too bad it will not recogize any other USB device but the Aux input on the front panel is better than other systems.
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June 17, 2009 Excellent!
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Kelly from Altoona, PA
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This stereo does it all .. it plays any type of file I have put in it either on a cd or through a usb device. Many people have asked where I got and want one for their vehicles. I absolutely love this product and sonicelectronix.com was wonderful to work with. I received my stereo in two days and it was the cheapest price on this product that I could find. Thanks so much!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KDC-X492
UPC: 019048176400
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Internal SKU: kdcx492
Internal product ID: 11767
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