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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X597

In-Dash CD/MP3/WMA Car Stereo Receiver w/ Bluetooth, Pandora, Wireless Remote & SiriusXm Ready

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• 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
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready

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Product Highlights


• 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
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready

Description


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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
  • Android Smartphone music control application organizes your music for the receiver
  • Single-line backlit fluorescent display with improved visibility in lit conditions
  • 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 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)
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ready: SiriusXM Radio Package and subscription required and sold separately
  • 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
  • Marine Remote Ready: Kenwood KCA-RC35MR 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.
  • Bluetooth Profiles Supported:
    • HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit 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: KDCX597, KDC-X597, KDC597

Product history:

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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X598)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X597)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood eXceleon KDC-X696)

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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
Smartphone Integration
Compatible Smartphones
iPhone (iOS)
Android
iPhone Control
Siri Eyes Free Control
Pandora Control
Android Control
Pandora Control
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-X597

Weight:

3.70lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcx597

Internal Product ID:

65898

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Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Durability
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Value
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Features
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Design
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Usability
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Looks Like It came with the truck

The Kenwod eXcelon KDC-X597 looks like it came in the truck, it has great sound and fit very well. If I need a radio in any of the other 2 cars I have this would be the one I would get.

By Larry on October 5, 2013

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my awesome Kenwood

This is a great after market blue tooth radio. I have a 97 Chevy truck and it works great in it and the sound quality is awesome. I drive a lot of dirt roads and my wife can still hear me clearly. I love it.

By Harold on June 8, 2014

11 found this helpful


Awesome Product!!

The features in this stereo are awesome!!! I love the lights. Now I can drive around and talk with the integrated Bluetooth.

By Andy on October 9, 2013

11 found this helpful


killer head unit

For the price this head unit has everything you need for a killer system. Best head unit I ever purchased

By mac on March 24, 2014

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