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
Security code capable
6.1" Touchscreen LCD display
User selectable button lighting
Power Output:
Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
Playback of DVD, DVD±R/RW, DivX, VCD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, AAC, MP3, WMA, and JPEG
Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
3-Band graphic equalizer with 5 presets
Dolby Digital capable
Expandability Options:
2 Sets of 2V preamp outputs (front and switchable rear/non-fading subwoofer)
Wireless remote control ready: Kenwood KNA-RCDV330 required and sold separately.
SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready with subscription and the purchase of one of the following adapters required and sold separately:
Kenwood GTM10 FM Traffic Receiver required and sold separately
iPod Audio/Video Ready: Allows you to charge and control your iPod files through the Kenwood head unit with the purchase of one of the following adapters:
For audio playback, you can also use the standard Apple iPod-to-USB cable that is included with most iPods; however, Kenwood recommends one of their adapters as they perform better under extreme temperatures.
The Apple iPhone 3G, iPod Nano 4th Gen, iPod Touch 2nd Gen, and any other newly released iPods can be controlled using the iPod adapter above; however, charging will not be possible unless you purchase the Scosche IFWA PassPORT charging adapter.
Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm headphone jack style allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
Rear USB input for control of USB Memory Sticks and other portable storage units via USB.
1 set of Rear RCA Audio/Video Inputs for playback of external audio/video device such as an Xbox360 or PS3.
Rear camera audio/video input
Key Features:
Clock function
Telephone mute
Updateable firmware
Resolution: 480 x 234 pixels
PAL/NTSC Switchable
16:9 Display ratio
Built-in Garmin navigation
6 Million points of interest
Maps for US (including Hawaii), Canada, and Puerto Rico
Note: 2008 release Kenwood receivers feature the Kenwood Advanced Bus (KAB) systems instead of the older 5-Line changer connectors to connect optional Satellite Radio, HD Radio, Bluetooth, and iPod accessories. KAB equipped systems will allow users to experience improved audio fidelity and increased responsiveness from external sources!
lets start with how much i like it, I'm not sending it back. Everything basically works as advertised.
So Im now going to list what doesn't work as advertised; despite these problems its still worth the purchase. Ipod cable is cheaply made and falls out of ipod. Switching between ipod and another interface does not pause the ipod, it just keeps playing even if your not listening to it. The audio high pass and low pass are not labeled as such, so it takes a while to get used too. Only 2 preouts, had to piggy back off one of my subs. Again, despite this quibbles i still like it.
April 7, 2009
Good product
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Review written by Joseph from Portland, OR
This has been a great alternative to expensive OEM units. The functionality of this unit is exceptional, and quick. The menus are very responsive, and setup is very easy.
Now onto my complaints:
- the satellite radio display leaves something to be desired. I am a fan of the pioneer unit's display, the way it shows the XM or Sirius logo on the screen. Not a big deal, but better to look at.
- Backgrounds: Unable to have a custom background with an iPod connected and a CD in the unit.
- Nav: the navigation sometimes responds slower than I'd expect. I've never owned another Nav system, so I don't have anything to compare to. Sometimes on startup it takes the Nav about 1 to 2 minutes to locate itself, and be prepared to navigate. This can be very frusterating if you're in a hurry, just sitting in your car waiting to enter directions into the system.
Overall my complaints are outweighed by the performance of this unit so far. I've owned this particular system for 6 months.
March 28, 2009
love it
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Review written by amer rizvi from spring, texas
I love the way this unit looks in my car only bad thing is touch screen
may be I got bigger fingers cant press right key.
February 13, 2009
Great Unit
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Review written by Johnny from Cincinnati, Ohio
Product is excellent XM radio works great, Bluetooth phone is awesome, Navigation is user friendly and very accurate. Only flaw that I have found is screen is very difficult to see in bright sunlight hopefully there is a screen filter available to cancel the glare.
I have noticed the glare is more evident if your vehicle has a light colored upholstery
January 12, 2009
One of the coolest things I've ever seen
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Review written by Freddy from Alabaster, AL
This is a very attractive and user friendly head unit. It seems to do everything well. iPod interface is very fast and the Garmin navigation is awesome. It grabs FM stations I've never heard before (picks up some Atlanta, GA stations in Birmingham, AL). Easy install without having to tap the vehicle speed sensor. This thing just flat-out rocks!
Plug and Play Charging Adapter for iPhone 3G • Charging Adapter For Select iPod Nano, iPod Touch, and iPhone 3G • Specifically Designed to Fix the Charging Error
Control a SIRIUS plug-and-play radio or universal tuner from your Kenwood stereo • Kenwood Sirius Radio Translator for In-dash Head Units • Compatible only with optional Sirius SC-1 satellite radio tuner
Outstanding service! Fast processing and shipping; Sonicelectronix kept me informed of the status all the way. I'll be doing all of my electronic shopping right here.
