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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X796

In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Car Stereo Receiver w/ Bluetooth, HD Radio, Pandora Support and Wireless Remote

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In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Receiver • Single-Line LCD Display • 50W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • 3-Band Parametric Equalizer • 24bit Digital Analog Converter • Variable Color Illumination • Built-in Bluetooth

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Product Highlights


In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Receiver • Single-Line LCD Display • 50W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • 3-Band Parametric Equalizer • 24bit Digital Analog Converter • Variable Color Illumination • Built-in Bluetooth

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General Features:

  • In-Dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, USB Receiver with Remote
  • 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
  • Built-in HD Radio Tuner allows the reception of high quality HD Radio signals for clean and clear reception with no subscription fee or additional tuner purchase required
  • Android Smartphone music control application organizes your music for the receiver
  • Single-line backlit fluorescent display with improved visibility in lit conditions
  • iTunes Tagging allows you to tag the songs you like, and store the information on your iPod
  • Variable Color Illumination button lighting
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • Theft-deterrent, detachable face plate
  • Wireless remote control included
  • CD text information display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, AAC and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Electronic Shock Protection (ESP)
  • 3-band parametric equalizer with 8 selectable tone curves (7 Preset, 1 User)
  • 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • Spectrum audio analyzer with 8 times over sampling

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
  • iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable is compatible, however Kenwood recommends the KCA-IP102
  • 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.
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately

Bluetooth Features:

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
  • Bluetooth version 3.0 +EDR certified
  • Bluetooth range up to 32.8 ft.
  • Supports SMS message notifications and A2DP audio streaming
  • Bluetooth Profiles Supported:
    • HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit to connect to a compatible mobile phone
    • HSP: Headset Profile enables 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
    • A2DP: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile allows high quality audio to be streamed from an audio device to the car stereo
    • AVRCP: Audio/Video Remote Control Profile supports basic remote control functions (play, pause, etc) via Bluetooth
    • OPP: Object Push Profile for sending basic "objects" such as pictures and other virtual material
    • SPP: Serial Port Profile provides a wireless replacement for RS-232 based serial communications
  • Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
  • Includes an external wired microphone for clear, distortion-free talking
Also Found As: KDCX796, KDC-X796, KDC796

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
Kenwood KDC-X799 thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X700)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X799)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X798)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X797)

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Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
Yes
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
4 volts
Built-In Equalizer
3-band parametric equalizer
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Front)
Auxiliary (Rear)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
18
AM Presets
6
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

KDC-X796

Weight:

4.00lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx796

Internal Product ID:

48463

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Value
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Features
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Design
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4.5

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Great Stereo

Love the stereo and have been having a great timne with it. With the products that came for you it was easy to install and works well. I would recommend this to anyone who wants great sound with an afordable price.

By Charles on February 18, 2013

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Great Head Unit

This is an awesome head unit. There are many tuning menus to dial in your system how you want it. The bluetooth is awesome and the calling function just flows so well. The HD radio is nice. It is clean sounding and I highly recommend this head unit.

By Louis B on June 24, 2013

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