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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X396

In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Car Stereo Receiver w/ Pandora Support, Variable Color Illumination and Remote

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In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3 Receiver • 52W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • System Q 3-band Parametric Equalizer • 24-Bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) • Direct iPod Control • Bluetooth Ready • iTunes Tagging

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Product Highlights


In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3 Receiver • 52W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • System Q 3-band Parametric Equalizer • 24-Bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) • Direct iPod Control • Bluetooth Ready • iTunes Tagging

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General Features:

  • In-dash eXcelon Series AM/FM, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA player with Remote
  • Single-line blue illuminated backlit display
  • Pandora Link integrates your car stereo with your iPhone and Pandora Internet Radio
  • Music control app for Android will organize your music for playback from the receiver
  • Variable color illumination feature allows selectable display and button lighting
  • Theft-deterrent, detachable face plate
  • MOSFET Power Output:
    • Peak: 52 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)
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • System Q 3-band Parametric Equalizer with 8 selectable tone curves (7 Preset, 1 User)
  • Separate subwoofer level control (-15db - +15db)
  • Subwoofer low-pass filter: Through, 85, 120, or 160hz
  • 2-way control allows your iPod or iPhone to be controlled via your stereo or from the iPod itself
  • iTunes Tagging lets you tag your favorite songs for later viewing in iTunes

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • Bluetooth Ready: Kenwood KCA-BT300 required and sold separately for hands free calls and audio streaming
  • 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.
  • Marine Remote Ready: Kenwood KCA-RC60MR required and sold separately
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately

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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
52 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
System Q 3-band Parametric Equalizer with 8 selectable tone curves (7 Preset, 1 User)
Display Type
Fluorescent 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-X396

Weight:

3.60lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx396

Internal Product ID:

52148

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Features
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Design
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Usability
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great value

It's an excellent product and have had no problems with it. Shipping was quick and the directions made it easy to install so I would definitely recommend this product.

By Amy on December 24, 2012

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Great bang for the buck

This is the best stereo I have ever bought for the price I love my kenwood one thing I don't like about it is that it doesn't work when it's cold in your car. Other than that it is great. I bought it to one up my friend and well it worked

By Kingadrik on January 31, 2013

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