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Kenwood KDC-255U

In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Car Stereo Receiver w/ iPod/iPhone Integration, Pandora Support & Auxiliary Input

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SONIC has the best prices, and fast shipping. This was my second purchase. This time I got new Front & Rear speakers for my truck. I installed them the day they arrived and they sound great. No need to ever go anywhere else looking for equiptment.

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General Features:

  • In-Dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, USB Receiver with Remote
  • Single-line fluorescent display is highly visible for easy menu navigation
  • 2-way iPod control allows control from the iPod or the stereo
  • Pandora Link integrates your car stereo with your iPhone and Pandora Internet Radio
  • Variable Color Illumination lets you match receiver colors with vehicle colors
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • Wireless remote control included
  • CD text information display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, MPEG and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
  • Electronic Shock Protection (ESP) with 8 times over sampling
  • 3-band parametric equalizer with selectable tone curves
  • 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • Built-in Low Pass Filter for optional to connection subwoofer
  • Music control app for Android will organize your music for playback from the receiver
  • App Mode lets you enjoy listening to content on compatible apps
  • Separate subwoofer level control

Expandability Options:

  • 1 Set of 2V preamp outputs (Left and Right)
  • iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable compatible
  • Front Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm headphone jack allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players
  • Front USB Input: USB port allows connection to digital devices such as flash drives, portable media players, etc.

Product History:

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Kenwood KDC-252U thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood KDC-255U)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood KDC-252U)
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size Single DIN
Faceplate Security Detachable
Motorized Faceplate No
Remote Control Yes
Peak Power Output 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS Power Output 22 watts x 4 channels
Preamp RCA Outputs 1 Pair (Switchable Rear/Subwoofer)
Preamp Voltage 2 volts
Built-In Equalizer 3-band parametric equalizer
Display Type Fluorescent Display
Display Color Variable Colors
Button Color Variable Color Illumination
CD Signal-to-Noise 105 dB
CEA-2006 Compliant No
Playback Features
AM/FM Tuner Yes
FM Presets 18
AM Presets 12
CD-R/RW Playback Yes
MP3 Playback Yes
WMA Playback Yes
Dual Zone No
Expandability Features
Navigation No
Audio/Video Inputs Front 3.5mm
Audio/Video Outputs No
USB Input Front
iPod Audio Connection Yes (via iPod USB Cable or Accessory Cable Below)
iPod Video Connection No
Satellite Radio No
HD Radio No
Bluetooth Connectivity No
A2DP Music Streaming No
Steering Wheel Control Compatible No
CD Changer Controls No
Rear View Camera Input No
Memory Card Reader No
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration 1 year
Labor Warranty Duration 1 year
Warranty Provider Manufacturer
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews:
March 2, 2013 Little powerhouse
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  • 5.0
Great little dude, never gets hot. Doesn't work with my 6th gen nano sadly. Never had any problem with kenwood/jvc.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Kenwood
Model number: KDC-255U
UPC: 019048200600
Weight: 3.40 lbs
Internal SKU: kdc255u
Internal product ID: 65868