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Kenwood eXceleon KDC-X496

In-Dash eXcelon Series CD/MP3 Car Stereo Receiver w/ Pandora Support, Multi-Line Display and Remote

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In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Receiver • Three-Line Full-Dot LCD Display • 50W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • 3-Band Parametric Equalizer • Electronic Shock Protection • 2-Way iPod Control • Pandora Support

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In-Dash CD/MP3/USB Receiver • Three-Line Full-Dot LCD Display • 50W x 4 Chan. MAX • 22W x 4 Chan. RMS • 3 Sets of 4V Preamp Outputs • 3-Band Parametric Equalizer • Electronic Shock Protection • 2-Way iPod Control • Pandora Support

Description


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Quality Audio at an Affordable Price

If you're looking for a player that has the ability to play all of your music formats with ease, the Kenwood KDC-X496 is for you. This deck features three sets of four volt pre-amplifier RCA outputs that deliver a high quality signal to your aftermarket gear. The front of the unit features a built-in high-speed USB port that allows connection to iPods, iPhones and even Android devices. The unit features a three-line display that will give you more song and artist information at a single glance. This Kenwood receiver has Pandora support, meaning you may thumbs up or down music that comes up in your favorite playlists. SonicElectronix wants you to have the best, so if quality is key, and connection is important to you, the KDC-X496 is the in-dash that you've been looking for.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Features:

  • In-Dash eXcelon Series AM/FM, CD, MP3, USB Receiver with Remote
  • Three-line Full-Dot LCD display for improved viewing
  • 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
  • Kenwood application for Android provides quick search and music organization
  • Blue illuminated 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, WAV and WMA
  • Compatible with Kenwood's Music Control app for Android phones
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Electronic Shock Protection (ESP)
  • Supreme setting improves music that is encoded at low bit rates
  • 3-band parametric equalizer with 8 selectable tone curves (7 Preset, 1 User)
  • 24bit Digital Analog Converter (DAC) to enhance your MP3/WMA playback
  • Built-in electronic High-Pass and Low-Pass crossover filters
  • Spectrum audio analyzer with 8 times over sampling

Expandability Options:

  • 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready: SiriusXM Radio Package and subscription required and sold separately
  • 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.
  • Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
  • Marine Remote Control: Optional Kenwood KCA-RC60MR 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
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
DO NOT USE - Universal (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-X496

Weight:

3.80lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx496

Internal Product ID:

52149

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Durability
4.5
Value
5
Features
4.5
Design
5
Usability
4

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pretty good headunit for the price

I currently have this headunit in my truck and it pushes more power than the stock one did, but I am going to upgrade to the pioneer AVH-x2500 because I want a touchscreen. The only con with it is that sometimes when I go to adjust the volume if you turn it really hard it will do the opposite way which I guess would be the case with any other single din aftermarket headunit.

By Michael on January 31, 2013

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Improved Sound Quality for my System

I installed this in and took out a cheaper and older Kenwood headunit and there was a instant improvement in the sound quality of my system even before I put in a 4 channel amplifier. It looks nice and the pre voltage outputs are great. The ipod control from the head unit works fairly well but can be a pain sometimes when scrolling for a long time. The ease of use, mainly due to the alphabet scroll only working sometimes, is the main problem with this product.

By Car Audio Man on January 2, 2013

2 found this helpful



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