The eXcelon line features the highest quality and state-of-the-art technologies that can only be found at Kenwood. Adding to the eXcelon line of headunits, Kenwood has recently introduced the new DDX814. With its 7" Touchscreen and exceptional user interface, the DDX814 is sure to please any car audio enthusiast looking to improve their stereo system. The interface is sleek in design, and is faster than the previous model so there is no delay when using the touchscreen. Being that Kenwood wanted to make this unit different from the previous model, it comes with selectable wallpapers and variable color illumination to fit whatever mood you are in. Since some in-dash monitors are installed at different heights and angles, reduced visibility due to glare is inevitable. The exclusive Reverse Tilt Mechanism is the solution to this problem. In addition to the traditional tilt mechanism that allows the bottom to be tilted forward, the Reverse Tilt also allows the top of the screen to tilt forward to eliminate glare.
Unlike the DDX812, the DDX814 comes with a 13-Band parametric equalizer opposed to a 3-Band. The parametric equalizer consists of filters whose characteristics can be controlled such as the frequency so that you can receive the best sound possible from your CD Player. The 13-Band equalization can be controlled to fit the needs of the music you are listening to and your mood for that day.
With the new hands-free cell phone law in effect these days, Bluetooth is something that is needed in every vehicle. The Kenwood DDX-814 has built-in Parrot bluetooth allowing up to 5 phones to be used at one time. Now you will never have to reach for your phone while driving since the head unit supports voice recognition dialing. With the press of a button, just say the name of the person you want to call and the DDX-814 will dial it for you!
The Kenwood eXcelon DDX-814 is a truly extraordinary headunit that has many different features sure to please anyone who buys it.
General Features:
- In-dash AM/FM, DVD, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote
- Motorized, slide-down face
- 7" TFT-LCD Full-color display with Reverse Tilt Mechanism
- In addition to the traditional tilt mechanism that allows the bottom to be tilted forward, the Reverse Tilt Mechanism allows the top of the monitor to tilt forward to eliminate reflected glare
- Three selectable wallpapers
- Customizable backgrounds
- Variable color illumination
- 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 DVD, DivX, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
- Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
- Built-in 5.1 DSP with Digital Time Alignment
- 13-Band parametric equalizer
- 24-Bit digital-to-analog converter
Expandability Options:
- 3 Sets of 5V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready: Subscription and the purchase of Kenwood Sirius Package required and sold separately
- Navigation Ready: Kenwood KNA-G510 required and sold separately
- HD Radio Ready: Kenwood KTC-HR200 required and sold separately.
- Built-in Parrot Bluetooth:
- Noise-canceling microphone
- Register up to 5 cell phones
- Holds up to 1000 numbers per phone
- Supports auto phonebook download
- Supports A2DP Wireless music streaming
- Voice recognition dialing
- Incoming/outgoing short-message service
iPod and iPhone Ready: Kenwood KCA-IP301V adapter required and sold separately
- Alphabet search
- Supports album art
- Supports audio and video content including content purchased from iTunes
- Power and charges compatible iPhones/iPods
- Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 required and sold separately
- 1 Rearview camera input: Kenwood CCD-2000 Backup camera required and sold separately
- 2 Audio/Video inputs
- 1 Audio/Video output
- Two (2) Rear USB Inputs
- 2 External switches for relay control outputs
Check out the
Kenwood DDX814 blog entry.
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Philip from Ontario, OR
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I have owned this product for just over 5 hours now and I can already tell you what I like and do not like.
Likes:
* Bluetooth downloads your phonebook and seems very accurate
(Depending on the location of your mic. Mine is on the pillar)
* Over riding the DVD playback in park is easy with a relay.
(In fact, the Player has 2 built on relay but they are more like switches)
* The ability to set the distance you are from the speakers
* Upgrade ability
(You can add the Garmin GPS system)
* 13 Band EQ
* Reverse tilt screen
* and a few more I am sure I am forgetting.
Dislikes:
* Check your compatibility for the functionality of the SMS
(SMS text messaging does not work on most phones)
* The add on steering wheel remote is slow to respond
* ipod cable is required for newer ipods
* Trim seems a little tight and sometimes click on shut down.
* And my biggest complaint ... It takes about 30 sec for it to turn on.
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