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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397

Single Din Car Stereo Made for iPhone, Android and SiriusXM Ready

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• 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
• iTunes Tagging
• Variable Color Illumination

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Product Highlights


• 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
• iTunes Tagging
• Variable Color Illumination

Description


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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397

Kenwood's eXcelon products incorporate the latest technologies and deliver amazing sound performance. From advanced audio tuning capabilities, crossover and equalizer systems and high voltage preouts, eXcelon represents the very best product available from Kenwood.

A Listening Experience

Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397

The Kenwood Excelon KDC-X397 CD receiver will expand your sonic boundaries with a nice blend of audio features and sophisticated styling. Thanks to its selectable color feature, you can pick a button color that matches your vehicle's illumination so the receiver will look perfect in your dash.

Install the Pandora App for iPhone, Android and BlackBerry smartphones and you'll enjoy a personalized listening experience. The KDC-X397 also allows you to connect, control and enjoy satellite radio from SiriusXM, including new SiriusXM XTRA Channels (USA only) with optional SiriusXM tuner SXV200. Compatible 2013 CD receivers can also take advantage of the SXV200 advanced features such as Smart Favorites, artist/song/game alerts, iTunes tagging or SiriusXM Replay.

USB Connectivity for iPhone, iPod and compatible USB mass storage devices

Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397

Most USB-enabled CD receiver models, feature USB connectivity for audio playback from popular devices like iPhone and iPod. Featuring easy-to-use user interface, iPod browsing is a breeze when searching by playlist, artist, album, song, genres or composer. Additionally, you can use advanced search functions like Reverse Browsing, Alphabet Search and Skip Search to find what you want to listen to, quickly and easily. For added versatility, App/iPod Mode disables the receiver's integrated control, enabling passengers to control the iPod manually including some selected Apps. The same USB connectivity allows users to connect USB thumb drives and external hard disk drives.

Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397

Music Control for Android Smartphones

This free Kenwood application found on Google Play organizes your music and provides quick and easy music search capability from any 2013 USB/CD receiver. Once installed on a compatible Android smartphone which supports mass storage mode, you will be able to search by artist, song or genre as well as select music based on your mood



 

 

 

 

 

 

General Features:

  • Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X397 In-dash Receiver
  • 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
  • Detachable face plate
  • MOSFET Power Output:
    • Peak: 52 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • Remote control included
  • CD text information display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • 1-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • CD/CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA Playback
  • 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:

Product history:

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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
3-band parametric equalizer
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Smartphone Integration
Compatible Smartphones
iPhone (iOS)
Android
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
12
Radio Data System (RDS)
Yes
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
2 years
Labor Warranty Duration
2 years
Warranty Provider
Sonic Electronix

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

KDC-X397

Weight:

3.40lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx397

Internal Product ID:

65872

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Durability
5
Value
5
Features
5
Design
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Usability
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sweet head unit!

Going from an old alpine to this is like night and day. Has your most important features and is easy to navigate with a very short learning curve. Also has some advanced features you'd find on the higher end excelons. Puts out plenty of power if you're running speakers off the head and has convenient features for hooking up externally amplified speakers and subs. For the money you can't beat it and it's perfect for those wanting an awesome quality custom audio setup in their daily driver. Overall I'm very pleased.

By swamp ninja on September 30, 2013

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