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Kenwood KDC-MP238 Open Box

(Open Box) CD, MP3, WMA Receiver with Remote and Front 3.5mm Aux Input

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This product is an Open Box product. Please see the item description for details.

General Features:

  • In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, and WMA player
  • Detachable face
  • Dot matrix display
  • Wireless remote control included
  • Front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input
  • Red button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • 90 Day SonicElectronix.com warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of MP3, WMA, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW
  • CR-2 Advanced Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • System Q 6 EQ Presets
  • Bass, treble, mid, fader, and balance controls

Expandability Options:

  • 2 set of 2V preamp outputs (front and switchable rear/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 required and sold separately
  • Bluetooth: Kenwood KCA-BT200 required and sold separately
  • iPod Ready: KCA-iP500 iPod adapter is required and sold separately.
  • Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.

Key Features:

  • Clean Reception System Circuit
  • Selectable Preamp Output
  • Clock Display
  • Tel Mute
  • Easy system expansion
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver SizeSingle DIN
Faceplate SecurityDetachable
Security Code
Motorized FaceplateN/A
Remote ControlYes
Peak Power Output50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs2 Pairs (Front and Switchable Rear/Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA OutputYes
Preamp Voltage2 volts
Built-In EqualizerSystem Q -- 3 Bands Parametric with 6 Presets
Display TypeDot-Matrix Text Display
Display ColorBlue
Button ColorWhite
CD Signal-to-Noise105 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 InputNo
iPod Audio ConnectionOptional (Accessory Required and Sold Separately)
Satellite RadioOptional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately)
HD RadioOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Bluetooth ConnectivityOptional (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer ControlsYes
Memory Card ReaderNo
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration90 days
Labor Warranty Duration90 days
Warranty ProviderSonic Electronix
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KDC-MP238-OB
Weight: 6.00 lbs
Internal SKU: LS-kdcmp238-OB
Internal product ID: 17080
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