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Kenwood DNX6180

6.1" Double-DIN GPS Navigation/DVD Receiver with NAVTEQ Traffic, Bluetooth, & Pandora

  • 4.3

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Newer Model: Kenwood eXcelon DNX570HD
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General Features:

  • In dash CD Player with Built-in GPS Navigation and Bluetooth, DVD, CD, MP3, USB, iPod Car Receiver
  • Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
  • Pandora Link integrates your car stereo with your iPhone and Pandora Internet Radio
  • GPS Navigation built-in and supported by Garmin and NAVTEQ map database
  • 6.1" TFT-LCD Monitor display
  • High resolution LED Backlit panel for improved graphic display
  • Variable color illumination
  • Selectable wallpapers and customizable backgrounds
  • Blue button lighting
  • Wireless remote control ready: Kenwood KNA-RCDV331 required and sold separately.
  • 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 Sonic Electronix warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WMA, AAC, and JPEG
  • CR-2 tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Station name preset
  • 24 Bit digital-to-analog converter
  • System Q-EX/System E's+ enhance the audio playback
  • 3-Band equalizer with six presets
  • Dolby Pro Logic II
  • Source tone memory allows you to store System Q-EX and tone settings for each source
  • Road data system used to transmit data outside of normal broadcast signals
  • Dual zone capability

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 2V preamp outputs (front, rear, and subwoofer)
  • NAVTEQ Traffic Tuner Built-In
  • 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-HR300 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 the Kenwood KCA-IP202 3-wire adapter for audio and video files.
  • Rear USB input for connection to portable media devices, iPods, etc
  • Integrated Bluetooth: Enables phones, headsets, and portable devices to be paired for audio streaming and hands free calling with included voice microphone
  • Rear video/camera input: Kenwood recommends the Kenwood CMOS-200 or the Kenwood CMOS-300, however any universal camera with a yellow coaxial video output will be compatible
  • 1 Set of Rear RCA A/V inputs
  • 1 Set of Rear RCA A/V outputs
  • Steering wheel remote control ready: Requires the PAC SWI-Jack or the Axxess ASWC
  • Parking brake detection

Navigation Features:

  • Built-in Garmin navigation board
  • Built-in Traffic tuner for up to date traffic service
  • Pre-loaded with maps of Canada, USA, and Puerto Rico
  • Eco Route guidance to help save money and reduce CO2
  • Easy to use graphic user interface
  • Over 6 million point of interest
  • Program up to 500 waypoints
  • Text-to-speech voice guidance
  • Selectable 2D or 3D Map display
  • Track log display
  • Trip computer

Bluetooth Features:

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking
  • Bluetooth version 2.0 +EDR Certified
  • Bluetooth range up to 32.8 ft.
  • Bluetooth profiles supported:
    • HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit to connect to a compatible mobile phone
    • HSP: Headset Profile enables the a Bluetooth headset to connect to a compatible mobile phone
    • PBAP: Phone Book Access Profile allows the car stereo to display the name of the incoming caller, as well as access the contact list of the mobile phone directly from the car stereo
    • OPP: Object Push Profile for sending basic "objects" such as pictures and other virtual material
    • SYNC: Syncronization Profile enables the synchronization of Personal Information Manager (PIM) items
    • SPP: Serial Port Profile provides a wireless replacement for RS-232 based serial communications
  • Noise-canceling microphone
  • Register up to 5 Bluetooth ready phones
  • Holds up to 1000 Phone numbers per phone
  • Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
  • Includes a external wired microphone for crystal clear reception and talking

Product History:

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(newest, current model)
Kenwood DNX6190HD thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon DNX570HD)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon DNX6190HD)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood DNX6180)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood DNX6160 (DNX-6160))
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size Double DIN
Faceplate Security Security Code
Motorized Faceplate No
Remote Control Optional (Accessory required and sold separately)
Peak Power Output 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output 22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs 3 Pairs (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer)
Sub Preamp RCA Output No
Preamp Voltage 2 volts
Built-In Equalizer 3-Band
Display Type TFT-LCD Monitor
Display Color Full Color
Button Color Blue
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
Dual Zone Yes
Monitor Screen Features
Touchscreen Yes
Monitor Screen Size 6.1"
Monitor Angle Adjustment None
Display Adjustment Black Level
Brightness
Color
Contrast
Tint
Navigation Features
Map Database Garmin (NAVTEQ)
Traffic Lane Guidance Yes
Maps Complete 50 USA
Canada
Puerto Rico
Navigation During Audio Playback Yes
Navigation During Video Playback Yes
Languages English
Spanish
French
German
Map Dimensional Display 2D
3D
Speed Display Yes
Search Options Address
Favorites
Home
Intersection
Map Browsing
Point-of-Interest (POI) Name
Point-of-Interest (POI) Vicinity
Points-of-Interest (POI) Type
Recent (Previous) Searches
Route
Map Source Built-In Flash Memory
Text-to-Speech Yes
Traffic Tuner Yes
Points of Interest 6 Million
Customizable POI Yes
Expandability Features
Navigation Yes (Built-In/Included GPS Navigation)
Audio/Video Inputs Front 3.5mm A/V Input
Audio/Video Outputs 1 Set of Audio/Video RCA Outputs
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 Yes (Built-in/Included Bluetooth Controls, Adapter and Microphone Included)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
CD Changer Controls No
Rear View Camera Input Yes (Accessory recommended and sold separately)
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 Nano 5th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Nano 6th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Touch 1st Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 2nd Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 3nd Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPod Touch 4th Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPhone
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4
iPod Charging Adapter Required No
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 DNX6180
Average Customer Rating is 4.3 out of 5 stars:
  • 4.3
based on 3 Reviews
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
  • 4.7
4.7
Value
  • 3.7
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Features
  • 4.0
4.0
Design
  • 4.7
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Usability
  • 4.0
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Quick Comparison:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
October 15, 2011 Awesome Unit
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Review by
Zafar from Florida
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 4.0
Features
  • 5.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
I must say that this is an awesome unit with great capabilities. Sonic ships really fast as I received the unit in little less than three days. Furthermore, the shipping is free. Another plus is that the interface is very similar to that of an I-pod or I-phone. Furthermore, connection between these devices highly effective.



The Garmin navigation system with traffic assist also responds well to sudden changes in direction as a result of traffic. The unit is also very easy to install. There are no extra conduits like is seen in other units. The bluetooth and Navagation are inculcated into the head unit. As a result, it is just a matter of plugging in the navigation receiver and microphone to the unit. The harness for the radio was provided by Sonic for no extra charge. This is another major plus, in my opinion.



The only down side comes with the security function. The security function is only there to fool a criminal that the device is locked. In all actuality, there is no pass code if power is cut like is seen in other DNK and KVT models. All in all, it is a terrific buy. It looks fantastic in my 98 Toyota Supra.
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August 3, 2011 Satisfied with the Kenwood DNX6180
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Review by
thekumachan.com from APO, AP
Overall
  • 5.0
Durability
  • 5.0
Value
  • 5.0
Features
  • 4.0
Design
  • 5.0
Usability
  • 5.0
I purchased this car receiver with very specific objectives in mind. First off I would like to say that I'm living in Japan and supporting the military. I went to Autobacs in Japan and they didn't have anything that could compare to this Kenwood, plus their prices were 3x as much for less features and their devices weren't in English. I really wanted a Garmin Navigation because I previously owned a Garmin Nuvi until some kids broke into my car and stole it, so that is why I wanted an in-dash unit. Other than that my objectives were:

- Radio must be in English

- Must be intuitive

- Bluetooth to pair with my iPhone for hands free talking

- Garmin Car Navigation

- Rear facing USB for a solid state hard drive I have with my MP3's on it

- DVD either on disk or read from SSD

- Sleek design that fits into my car

- Rear facing camera



I must say that this receiver fits all of those objectives. The only thing that I wish Kenwood would have done was unlock the device so I can install my, previously purchased, maps of Japan to load onto the device. Also the navigation has this annoying "agree" button every time the device loads up you must push the button to get the navigation. I really wish there was a way to turn that off. The reason I went with Kenwood is because it uses Garmin and Garmin seems to be the leader when it comes to Maps of Japan. Now I need to see if I can barter with Garmin and how much it will cost me to get the device unlocked so I can load the maps of Japan. This device will be nice for when I eventually move back to the States I will already have a device that I like and enjoy. I hope this review helps you in making your decision.
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February 29, 2012 Slowwwww
Review by
Bryan from mangum, OK
Overall
  • 3.0
Durability
  • 4.0
Value
  • 2.0
Features
  • 3.0
Design
  • 4.0
Usability
  • 2.0
I would recommend this unit if you have plenty of time on your hands between functions. If you want to use your iPhone for music, you must buy the cable. Overall, my Motevo that I paid $379.99 for, had much better features. The Garmin GPS is excellent! Overall, this unit is waaaayyy out of date!
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: DNX6180
UPC: 0019048192714
Weight: 6.70 lbs
Internal SKU: dnx6180
Internal product ID: 33443