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Kenwood DDX512 (DDX-512)

Double DIN 6.1" TFT-LCD Monitor with DVD, CD, MP3, USB Multimedia Player (DDX-512)

  • 4.6

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General Features:

  • In-dash DVD, CD, MP3, USB Multimedia Player
  • 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
  • 6.1" LCD Touchscreen display
  • Power Output:
  • User selectable button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • CD Text Display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
  • Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Dynamic Soundstage Organizer
  • System Q equalizer with 3 EQ bands

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.
  • Navigation Ready: Kenwood KNA-G510 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:
  • HD Radio Ready: Kenwood KTC-HR200 required and sold separately.
  • Bluetooth Ready: Kenwood KCA-BT200 required and sold separately.
  • NavTraffic Ready: Subscription with either one of the following: Kenwood GXM30 XM/NavTraffic Receiver or Kenwood GTM10 FM Traffic Receiver
  • iPod Audio/Video Ready: Allows you to charge and control your iPod files through the Kenwood head unit with the purchase of the following adapter:
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 required and sold separately
  • 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
  • CD Changer controls
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!

Product History:

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In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size Double DIN
Faceplate Security Security Code
Motorized Faceplate No
Remote Control No
Peak Power Output 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output 22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs 2 Pairs (Front and Switchable Rear/Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA Output Yes
Preamp Voltage 2 volts
Built-In Equalizer System Q-EX/System E's+ -- 3 EQ Bands and 6 Presets
Display Type TFT-LCD Monitor
Display Color Full Color
Button Color User Selectable
CD Signal-to-Noise 98 dB
CEA-2006 Compliant No
Playback Features
AM/FM Tuner Yes
FM Presets 18
AM Presets 6
CD-R/RW Playback Yes
MP3 Playback Yes
WMA Playback Yes
DVD / Video Playback DVD
DVD+R
DVD+RW
DVD-R
DVD-RW
DivX
VCD (MPEG-1)
Monitor Screen Features
Touchscreen Yes
Monitor Screen Size 6.1"
Expandability Features
Navigation Optional (Accessory Required and Sold Separately)
Audio/Video Inputs 1 Set of Rear RCA A/V Inputs
Front 3.5mm
USB Input Rear
iPod Audio Connection Optional (Accessory Required and Sold Separately)
iPod Video Connection Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Satellite Radio Optional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD Radio Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Bluetooth Connectivity Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer Controls Yes
Rear View Camera Input Yes (Universal)
Memory Card Reader No
Portable Device Information
Compatible Apple Devices 5G 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 Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Sonic Electronix
Customer Review Summary for Kenwood DDX512 (DDX-512)
Average Customer Rating is 4.6 out of 5 stars:
  • 4.6
based on 22 Reviews
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
  • 4.8
4.8
Value
  • 4.9
4.9
Features
  • 4.5
4.5
Design
  • 4.9
4.9
Usability
  • 4.6
4.6
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Quick Comparison:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
August 12, 2011 What doesn't this do?
Review by
Spungus X from NJ
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
Very nice unit. Easy to use, easy to see in sunlight, and has a slew of add-ons available. Also looks nice. Great iPod interface. Good video quality.
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January 10, 2010 Nice equipment
Review by
uvedicus from colorado springs, CO
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 4.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
I think this is a awesome radio. The only thing I don't like about it is you must have the actual accessory to control the iPod. Other than that like I said it works amazingly!
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December 3, 2009 Kenwood DDX512
Review by
Erin from cookeville, TN
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
This is the best purchase i have ever made! great options. great color and pic. movies work very well with no distortion. would buy again!
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November 24, 2009 Great Value!
Review by
James from The colony, TX
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 4.0
Usability
  • 3.0
Great value, good unit, had way more features than one actually needs but it is great to have them if you want them. For the money it can't be beat.
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October 29, 2009 Kenwood DDX-512
Review by
Michael from Palm Bay, FL
Overall
  • 4.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 4.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
Great product. A little slow on loading images from USB but other then that I cant ask for anything more.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: DDX512
UPC: 019048176516
Weight: 7.00 lbs
Internal SKU: ddx512
Internal product ID: 12048