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Kenwood eXcelon DNX997XR

6.8" Double DIN Touchscreen DVD Receiver with Bluetooth, Navigation, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (SiriusXM Ready)

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• Double DIN Bluetooth CD/DVD Multimedia Receiver with USB and AUX
• 6.8" Capacitive Touchscreen Display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatible
• Built-in Garmin Navigation
• 3 sets of 5 volts preamp outputs
• 13-Band Graphic Equalizer with Digital Time Alignment
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready
• iDatalink Maestro compatible

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Description


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Kenwood DNX997XR


The Ultimate Dashboard Upgrade

Introducing the Kenwood Excelon DNX997XR, a top-tier navigation receiver with a 6.75" HD touchscreen. It offers wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, screen mirroring, and a motorized display for optimal viewing.


Advanced Navigation and Connectivity

This unit features Garmin navigation with free three-year map updates and an HD Radio™ tuner for superior sound quality. It supports SiriusXM satellite radio and provides seamless integration with various smartphone apps for entertainment on the go.


Exceptional Audio and Visual Performance

The DNX997XR excels in audio performance, supporting high-resolution audio formats and featuring advanced sound technology. It can connect up to four cameras, including an HD option, enhancing both safety and convenience for the driver.


Seamless Vehicle Integration and Enhanced Features

Designed for double-DIN dash openings, the DNX997XR integrates smoothly with most vehicles. It's compatible with iDatalink Maestro for retaining factory features and displays vehicle performance data, ensuring a comprehensive driving experience.


Product Details

  • Double DIN In-Dash Bluetooth CD/DVD Multimedia Receiver
  • 6.8" Capacitive Touchscreen Display
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channel
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channel
  • Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming
  • Wireless remote control Kenwood KNA-RCDV331 (sold separately)
  • Built-in HD Radio Tuner
  • Customizable multi widget
  • Lane assist
  • Garmin Photo real junction view
  • MicroSD card slot for map updates
  • Dual phone connection
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty
  • MFR #: DNX997XR

Smartphone Features

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible
  • Compatible with Kenwood Remote S smartphone app for wireless source selection through your phone
  • Display and control music, navigation, and other apps with iPhone and Android
  • Pandora and Spotify capable
  • Siri Eyes Free control for select iPhones
  • Wired phone-mirroring for select devices via USB

Playback and Audio Features

  • CD | CD-R/RW | DVD±R/RW | MP3 | WMA | WAV (Hi-Res) | AAC | FLAC (Hi-Res) Audio Playback
  • AVI | MP4 | MPG | MOV and WMV Video Playback
  • AM/FM tuner with 15FM/5AM presets
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 13-Band Graphic Equalizer with Digital Time Alignment

Expandability Options

  • Satellite Radio Ready: Requires SiriusXM SXV300V1 and subscription, sold separately
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: Axxess AXSWC-2 required and sold separately
  • iDataLink ADS-MRR module compatible. In a wide selection of vehicles, this module lets you keep factory features you'd otherwise lose when installing a new radio.
  • 4 Camera Inputs for optional camera connection method for up to 4 cameras in various configurations.
  • Dash Camera link Kenwood DRV-N520 (Sold Separately) can be controlled and viewed from the touchscreen.

Audio/Video Inputs and Outputs

  • 3 ets of 5 volts preamp outputs (front, rear, and subwoofer)
  • Rear Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm headphone jack allows connection to your mobile device
  • 2 Rear USB Input: USB port allows connection to digital devices such as cellphones, flash drives, portable media players, etc.
  • Backup Camera Input: Used for universal rear view cameras with an RCA composite input
  • Front-view Camera Input: Used for universal cameras with an RCA composite input
  • Rear RCA Video Output: Used for connection to separate monitors and other devices
  • Rear RCA Audio/Video Input: Used for connecting video accessories such as game consoles, video cameras, etc.
  • Drive EQ boosts specific frequencies to overcome road noise
  • High- and low-pass filters and 3-way crossover
  • Dual-zone A/V output lets you choose two different sources for different areas of your vehicle

Navigation Features

  • Built-in navigation system with maps of the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, plus 6 million points of interest
  • Reliable navigation with preloaded Garmin, HERE
  • 2D/3D map view offers traditional display or 3D terrain, landmarks, buildings, and elevated roads
  • Day/Night mode automatically adapts to driving conditions for optimal viewing and minimal eye strain
  • Helpful lane information & signpost guidance, along with junction & tunnel views, plus exit services for highway drivers.
  • Voice guidance and turn-by-turn directions, capable of text-to-speech (TTS), announcing the street names along with the turn directions
  • TMC (Traffic Message Channel) receiver that can provide you with the real-time status of the traffic along your route over the FM Radio Data System (RDS) (TMC is not available in all cities.)
  • Includes External GPS antenna

Bluetooth Features

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
  • Includes external 10" wired microphone for clear, convenient, distortion-free talking
PDF Icon Kenwood DNX997XR owner's manual

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


Key features include wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 6.75" HD touchscreen, Garmin navigation, HD Radio™, SiriusXM compatibility, high-resolution audio support, and a motorized display.
Yes, it offers wireless screen mirroring for select Android phones and wired screen mirroring for both iPhone and Android devices using the "Mirroring for Kenwood" app.
Yes, it supports up to four cameras, including a dedicated HD camera input, allowing for front, rear, blind-spot, and dash camera connections.
Yes, it is compatible with iDatalink Maestro, which allows you to retain factory features in a wide selection of vehicles and access engine performance data on the Kenwood's screen.
It can play CDs, DVDs, and media loaded with MP3, WMA, AAC music files, as well as high-resolution FLAC and WAV files.
It has a built-in Garmin navigation system with maps of the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands, plus 6 million points of interest.
Yes, it has built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming.
Expandability options include two rear USB inputs, SD card slot, rear A/V input, three camera inputs (one HD), DRV-N520 Drive Recorder input, and 6-channel preamp outputs.
The DNX997XR has a 6.75" HD capacitive touchscreen with a high-definition display of 1280 x 720 pixels.
Yes, it is compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls, but an adapter is required.

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Specifications & Details


Key Features
Key Features
Built-in Navigation
SiriusXM Ready
HD Radio
Idatalink Maestro capable
USB input
Aux input
Touchscreen
In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Double DIN
Radio Type
DVD Video
GPS Navigation (Built-in)
Bluetooth Features
Hands-free Calling
Audio Streaming (A2DP)
External Microphone
Volume Control Type
Buttons
Anti-Theft Security
None
Wireless Remote
Optional (Accessory and sold separately)
Peak Power Output
50 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
22 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
3 Sets (6-channel)
Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output
Yes
Preamp Voltage
5 volts
Built-In Equalizer
13-Band Graphic Equalizer with Digital Time Alignment
Display Type
Capacitive Touchscreen Display
Touchscreen
Yes
Screen Size
6.8"
Display Adjustment
Black Level
Brightness
Color
Contrast
Tint
Display Color
Variable
Button Color
Variable
Smartphone Integration
Compatible Smartphones
iPhone (iOS)
Android
iPhone Control
CarPlay
CarPlay (Wireless)
Navigation App Compatible
Siri Eyes Free Control
Pandora Control
Spotify Control
Mirroring Control
Android Control
Android Auto
Android Auto (Wireless)
Navigation App Compatible
Google Assistant
Pandora Control
Spotify Control
Mirroring Control
Expandability Features
Inputs
Audio/Video (Rear)
Auxiliary (Rear)
Backup Camera
Second Camera
USB (Rear x2)
Outputs
Audio/Video (RCA)
Memory Card Slot
SD
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
15
AM Presets
5
Radio Data System (RDS)
Yes
Playback
Music File Playback Type
MP3
WMA
High-Res FLAC (192kHz/24bit)
AAC
High-Res WAV (192kHz/24bit)
Navigation Features
Map Database
Garmin (NAVTEQ)
Maps
Complete 50 USA
Canada
Mexico
Puerto Rico
Map Dimensional Display
2D
3D
Points of Interest
6 Million
What is in the box?
Paperwork
User manual
Warranty/Registration card
Product and accessories
In-dash receiver
Wiring harness with all connections
Mounting sleeve (attached)
Trim ring (attached)
Microphone with attached cable
GPS antenna with attached cable
Radio removal tools
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

DNX997XR

Weight:

7.00lbs

Internal SKU:

dnx997xr

Internal Product ID:

177947

Customer Ratings & Reviews


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4
Value
4
Features
5
Design
4
Usability
4

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