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Kenwood KDC-BT278U

Single DIN Bluetooth In-Dash CD/AM/FM Car Stereo Receiver w/ Pandora, Spotify Control

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• 50W x 4 Chan. Max / 22W x 4 Chan. RMS
• 1 Set of 2.5V Preamp Outputs
• 13-Band Graphic Equalizer
• Pandora and Spotify Control
• Android Rapid Charge

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Description


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Product Details:

  • Kenwood KDC-BT278U In-Dash Receiver
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
  • iAP2 (Apple Music and iTunes Radio Support)
  • CD text information display
  • Drive EQ helps drown out road noise
  • Android Rapid Charge
  • Full-time dual phone connection
  • Kenwood Sound Reconstruction brings back lost quality in compressed music files
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • CD/CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC Playback
  • MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC Playback via USB
  • Compatible with Apple iPhone 6/6+ and iOS 8 software
  • 13-band graphic equalizer with digital time alignment
  • 3.5mm Front Audio Auxiliary Input
  • Front USB Input
  • 1 Set of 2.5V preamp outputs

Bluetooth Features:

  • Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
  • Bluetooth version 4.2
  • 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
    • 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, convenient, distortion-free talking

Expandability Options:

Product history:

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(newest, current model)
Kenwood KDC-BT275U thumbnail
(previous model, replaced by Kenwood KDC-BT278U)
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(previous model, replaced by Kenwood KDC-BT275U)

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Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
No
Peak Power Output
50 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
22 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
1 Set (2-channel)
Preamp Voltage
2.5 volts
Built-In Equalizer
13-Band Graphic
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Front)
Auxiliary (Rear)
USB (Front)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
Yes (Accessory required and sold separately)
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
18
AM Presets
6
Radio Data System (RDS)
Yes
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

KDC-BT278U

Weight:

4.00lbs

Internal SKU:

kdcbt278u

Internal Product ID:

175323

Customer Ratings & Reviews


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Features
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Design
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Usability
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Good follow-up

I ordered a Kenwood stereo receiver for my Jeep and it arrived right on time. However, it was missing the dash kit for the install (not sure if I screwed up on clarifying the order or they didn't include it). I made a call and they sent one out that day. The receiver works great, but that's not the important part. I could get this same receiver at a number of outlets. So it gets down to price and service. Sonic had the best price and they were great at the follow-up service.

By David on July 18, 2020 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase
2004 Jeep Wrangler

2 found this helpful


Worth it!

The following review is for a previous version (KDC-BT272U).

It is very easy to install and to use. I highly recommend it!

By Anonymous on August 14, 2018

1 found this helpful


Its awesome radio!

The following review is for a previous version (KDC-BT272U).

Reasonable priced unit performs like high dollar unit looks good priced right !

By laron on March 22, 2018

1 found this helpful


Awesome deal! Definitely with free shipping

The following review is for a previous version (KDC-BT272U).

Works well and priced reasonable works better than others priced higher

By Ron on March 14, 2018

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