This 2-din multimedia system comes with a crisp and clear 7 inch touch screen, is Navigation ready (requires optional NAV101 or NAV102 systems), Bluetooth ready (requires optional BTM10) and offers out-of-the-box connectivity for all personal media devices via the 2.5mm front panel A/V input.
The unit itself is resonbly, priced I installed it my self and is no more complicated than your average car deck. Adding the Navigation, Blue tooth, XM and Backup Video Camera Modules brought the total price to just a little over £450.
The unit perfoms well and the touch screen is great. If you google around you can find the video override code so you can play videos anytime. The main reason I got a Media Player for the car was my 3 year old. Pop in Finding Nemo and she quiets right down for those long car trips. If you budget concesions the Jensen Unit is great. And the moduels you need. The Bluetooth does not work with my blackberry. Yes I would recomend this product.
Product Features
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7-Inch touchscreen
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SD disk to USB adapter included
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3.5mm Aux input for iPod/Touch and al other media devices
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Bluetooth and navigation ready
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Rear camera input
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Alpine has built on the success of its Digital Media Receivers with another breakthrough model. Introducing the iXA-W404R Digital Media Station featuring a new touch control interface with Scrollview. You just move your finger up and down the 4.3″ screen to make selections. The customisable display is new, too: you can add elements to create just the kind of display you want. Alternatively keep the screen standard and use the control stick, Both ways offer excellent navigation through headunits menu’s and fast selection to the music or videos you want to play.
You get a new operation feel for quicker, smooth access to music and videos. It’s the best way yet to expand your system with an iPod and many other sources. The iXA-W404R offers iPod connectivity as standard via the built in USB input, this allows you to get the maximum out of your iPod and play all your favourite Music or Videos you have stored away.
This system is also based on the iXA-W404R, is also available with the following optional upgrades; Satellite Navigation System (NVE-M300P) and the KCE-400BT Bluetooth Phone kit. It’s ideal for anyone who will benefit from these devices from businessman to Car Enthusiasts. Naturally, you also gets the benefits of enhanced navigation performance and visibility, and easier operation from the Digital Media Station. This stereo is as close to perfect as your likely to get!
Stats & Features
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Radio
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4.3″ TFT Colour Screen with artwork for IPOD
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USB Connection for IPod and IPhone Alphabet/ % Search.
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USB, Blue/Red Illumination.
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Bluetooth Ready (via KCE 400BT),
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Changer Control.
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AV input and AV output.
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3 x Preout, 4 x 50 Watts, 24 Bit DAC, SWRC, Vehicle Display Ready, Imprint Ready (via PXA H100)
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NO99 RGB Input.
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Camera input
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The Alpine CDE-103BT is a single DIN sized headunit. You get a full featured AM/FM/CD/MP3 player which also provides full speed connectivity of an iPod or iPhone with the optional KCE-433iV cable. The CDE-103BT meets Apple’s specifications for “Made for iPod” and “Works with iPhone” compatibility. And if you’re like me and have thousands of songs on your iPod, you’ll especially appreciate Alpine’s “Quick Search” file search mode. This clever system splits your songs into six groups accessed via the preset buttons on the faceplate. This allows you to quickly jump to a section, rather than scroll through the entire alphabet to get to where you want to be. Another search mode is also handy, this one allows you to scroll through the various hierarchies such as Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre etc. Either way, it’s fairly painless to find the track you’re looking for.
The Alpine unit has a removable faceplate, and an easy to read, single line display with large white characters. Button colors can be set to red, orange, green or blue to match almost any interior lighting. Also on the front panel is a USB connection for those who prefer to carry their music on a USB drive, and for users of personal music players other than the iPod, there is also a 3.5mm Auxiliary input jack.
But what really sets this new model apart from last year’s Alpine head units is the CDE-103BT now comes with Parrot-powered Bluetooth functionality integrated right into the unit. And of course Alpine also includes the remote mount microphone, so there really is nothing else to buy. The setup of the Bluetooth system is pretty straightforward, and the CDE-103BT is compatible with most current Bluetooth enabled cell phones. You can import up to 1,000 numbers from your cell’s phone book, and even use voice dialing if your phone supports it.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
The most often used control on any head unit is the volume control, and I’m pleased to report that Alpine continues to use the best possible method for this frequently used function, the rotary encoder, or “a knob”, as my buddy Jeff calls it. The next most often used buttons are usually track up and down, and the CDE-103BT gets high marks there too, with easy to locate large buttons for these functions. In fact, all of the controls are thoughtfully placed, and the ergonomics of the Alpine CDE-103BT lend themselves to being easy to use without looking or only needing a quick glance.
As with most modern headunits, the Alpine CDE-103BT is equipped with a DSP based processor. This provides all sorts of control capability when it comes to getting your sound adjusted how you’d like it. Built into the innards of this model is a processor that provides a selection of tone control choices, as well as a defeatable, variable frequency high pass crossover. The rear RCA outputs can be converted to subwoofer outputs, and the level of those outputs can be varied either equally with the front outputs, or separately via a subwoofer volume control. And if you’re not planning to use the built-in four channel amplification, there is even a setting that allows you to turn the amplifier off, which reduces current consumption and chassis heat. Nice!
To get your system tuned to suit your needs, the bass and treble controls each offer a selection of four frequencies; 60, 80, 100, and 200Hz for the bass section, and 10, 12.5, 15, and 17.5kHz for the treble section. In addition to that adjustability, you can also select the “Q” or the width of effect that the bass control provides, in 4 increments. Adjustability like this really allows to you to tone down or accentuate a specific region, and is much more useful than a simple bass or treble control. Another nice feature, the DSP processor will not allow excessive boost to be applied that would cause distortion at high volumes, so that’s simply another tuning detail that’s already taken care of for you. If you are using the internal high pass filter, you can set it to 60, 80, or 100Hz.
And the adjustability doesn’t end there. For the Bluetooth settings, of course the system allows you to adjust the volume of the incoming call, as well as select which speakers are used for playback. You can choose to have the incoming call played back on all the speakers, or either of the front speakers, or both front speakers. Additionally, the volume of the microphone can be adjusted as well, to optimize call clarity and minimize feedback.
LISTENING and USE
The Alpine CDE-103BT is very straightforward to install and connect. As with most CD headunits, it is suggested that the horizontal mounting angle be kept under 35° to prevent CD mistracking problems. The main harness plugs in, and has the usual selection of wires, but if just got your first pair of wire strippers, or you’re a newbie to head unit installation, be careful to choose the correct blue output wire for your amp trigger and power antenna. There are two blue output wires, and both provide a 12 volt source, but under different conditions. The solid blue wire is for the power antenna, and it only provides 12 volts when the unit is in tuner mode. This prevents the antenna from being up when you are listening to a CD or iPod, for example. The blue/black wire is the correct wire to use to turn on an external amplifier, as it will provide power whenever the unit is turned on regardless of mode. The RCA connections are chassis mounted, and recessed about 0.75” so the cable shells don’t require additional in-dash clearance, which is helpful when things get tight behind the dash. I got the unit connected in my listening room, and began playing with the connections and controls.
The CD transport loads and plays CD’s or CD-R’s with a hundred or so MP3 tracks quite quickly, and using the USB input or hooking up my iPod worked great! I happened to have the optional cable for my iPod, and the connection is indeed fast and seamless. In terms of sonics, the Alpine CDE-103BT doesn’t leave much to be desired. Radio reception and the sound quality of the radio in both AM and FM modes was fine, as is generally the case with the Alpine tuners.
The unit has a natural, neutral sound to it, without adding any unwanted noise. Highs were detailed and articulate, and in general, the Alpine unit sounded excellent, regardless of the source. The controls were easy to find and use, and didn’t require endless referencing of the owner’s manual. If you are familiar with typical Alpine operational nomenclature, you may not even need the manual. I appreciated the functionality provided by the subwoofer level control, and the various tone settings should be adequate for all but the most serious tweakers.
ON THE BENCH
As usual, after my listening was completed, I moved the unit to the electronics lab and connected it to my Audio Precision analyzer. The Alpine CDE-103BT either easily met or exceeded all of it’s published specifications! Frequency response was virtually ruler flat on both the RCA outputs as well as the amplified section. Signal to noise was very good too, as was stereo separation, and distortion levels. The RCA outputs are good for about 2.3V, which is what you expect at this price point. The only specification that could have been a bit better was output impedance, but at just over 300 ohms, it’s still better than many units in this price range.
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
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Product Description: Alpine CDE 103BT – radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player
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Product Type: Radio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player
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Dimensions (WxDxH) 17.8 cm x 16.1 cm x 5 cm
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Weight 1.5kg
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Form Factor Full-DIN – in-dash unit
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Audio Output Mode Stereo
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Equalizer Parametric – 2 bands
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Channel Qty / Max Output Power 50 Watts x 4
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Radio Radio – FM / MW / LW – 30 preset stations
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CD System CD / MP3 player – 5 – 20000 Hz
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Digital Player (Recorder) Digital player
Radio
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Kind Radio – FM / MW / LW
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Tuner Display Liquid Crystal Display
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Preset Station Qty 30 preset stations
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AM Preset Station Qty 12 preset stations
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FM Preset Station Qty 18
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RDS Yes
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Supported RDS Functions TP, RT, TA
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Additional Features DX / LO switch
CD System
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Kind CD / MP3
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Load Type Slot-load
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Playback Modes Shuffle, Repeat all tracks, one track repeat
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Supported Digital Audio Standards WMA, AAC, MP3
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Frequency response 5 – 20000 Hz
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Signal to Noise 105dB
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THD 0.008%
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Dynamic Range 95dB
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CD-R compatible Yes
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Compatible CD-RW Yes
Connections
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Connector Type 1 x audio input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | 1 x USB (USB Type A 4-pin) | 2 x audio line-out (RCA phono x 2)
Miscellaneous
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Included Accessories Microphone
CONCLUSION
Others may have been selling units with built-in Bluetooth for the last year or so. But, if you wanted an Alpine you used to have shell out big bucks for their Bluetooth adapter. Well those days are over, as Alpine has entered the integrated Bluetooth game with this great piece. Offering the safety and convenience of true hands-free telephone operation, easy to use controls, plus great sounding audio and features with enough flexibility to satisfy most users, the Alpine CDE-103BT should become a very popular choice.
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This CD-BTB200 is designed to work only with Pioneer “”Bluetooth Adapter Ready”" Navigation systems, AV Receivers and CD Players. Bluetooth Wireless Technology allows these Pioneer headunits to communicate automatically with and treat most compatible cellular phones as source devices within a given range. Simply set up a user ID, and you can make and take calls, use call waiting, talk, and hang up- all while your phone remains in your bag, purse or pocket.
Product Specifications
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Technical Details
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Bluetooth wireless adapter for Pioneer “Bluetooth ready” CD and DVD receivers
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Plugs directly into the stereo for an easy installation
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Places/accepts calls via the wireless connection
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Bluetooth digital technology ensures crisp, static-free performance in the car
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Downloads your phonebook into the stereo
Product Details
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Product Dimensions: 2.4 x 10.8 x 7.2 inches ; 2.4 pounds
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Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
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ASIN: B000NMB1GC
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Item model number: CDBTB200
Some Customer Review
1. Excelent bluetooth handsfree
This unit is excellent. I purchased this adapter, to be used with my premier DEH-P690UB, and it works great, feels like a factory equipment. It comes with the microphone and installation wires, very long ones, so yo can put it almost wherever you like (I did my own instalation).
Once connected, all you have to do is pair your bluetooth mobile to the unit, and register it as a phone. you can register 5 mobile phones, 3 main registration, and 2 guest phones (it only auto-connect with registered phones). The difference between the main phones, and the guest ones, is that the main ones, can handle phone book entries. Phonebook entries are 500 (total), 300 for phone #1, 150 for phone #2, and 50 for phone #3. Phonebook entries, refers to names, and each name can have many numbers assigned. I have 260 entries, some with 5 numbers assigned, and are working fine. Reading the phonebook in my unit, is a little slow I think, as it takes bout 2 seconds for the 1st name name to appear, an then they begin to appear progressively.
Transferring the phonebook is easy, as far as YOUR MOBILE phone supports it. Some phones, allow you to transfer all contacts (one example is almost any SonyEricsson) others, allows you to transfer contacts one by one, and in some, it simply not posible, but that depends on the phone, not this unit.
As for the sound quality, is excellent. Almost anyone that I have called, noticed no difference between using the handsfree or using my mobile directly. You can adjust the volume, and it stays the same for phone mode, independently of other modes. Other audio ajustments are fixed.
When I receive a call, the radio automatically switch to phone mode (even if the unit is off), and the caller id is displayed on the screen, even with the name (if it is in the radio phonebook), and also gets back to the previous mode after you hangup (or reject) the call. With my head unit, is very difficult to dial a number, since it has no number keys on the front. You have to scroll number by number, although you can dial easily using the remote control (of the main unit) since it have all the numbers. I suppose it is easier on avic units.
I have read that this unit has some problems with Windows Mobile Smartphones, because some bluetooth limitations on the WM bluetooth, but it can be fixed with some 30 USD software I can’t remember. I haven’t tested this limitations since I don’t have one available yet, but I advise WM Smartphone users to research a little.
PROS:
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Excellent sound quality.
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Integrates well with bluetooth compatible Pioneer and Premier units.
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Can register 5 Mobile phones
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Separate phonebook for the 3 main ones.
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Each phonebook entry can have many numbers (I have tested a max. of 5)
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Can play (and control in some cases) Bluetooth compatible music players, as long as they support the A2DP profile
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Works on stand by, even if the main unit is off (as long as the car switch is on ACC or ON position)
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Lot of options.
CONS:
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Phonebook a little slow to read the entries.
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Difficult to ‘direct dial’ a phone number on some units.
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Compatibility issues with some smartphones
I highly recomend this product, to anyone who has a Pioneer bluetooth compablible head unit and a bluetooth phone.
2. GREAT
This adapter works almost so well you think it is factory equipment. Works great wih my cell phone and even lets me transfer my phonebook into the head unit(Pioneer Avic-d3). I love it!
3. This Bluetooth Device is Golden !!
Great service and quick delivery. This Bluetooth device works like a charm. Had it Professionally installed and everyone states the sound quality is as if was right next to them. Thanks Amazon and 6th Ave Electronics. Keep up the good service. A+++
Just note: The trick to getting your Cell phone working to the Pioneer CD-BTB200, is to have the Pioneer CD-BTB200 search and configure your cell phone. The manual will walk you through this. The phone not stay connected via Bluetooth, if you use your Cell phone to attach \ configure itself to the Pioneer CD-BTB200.
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If you have a Double-DIN sized dash opening in your car, fill it in style with the Kenwood DPX-503U CD/MP3 player. Designed to fit the double opening common in many newer cars, the stereo comes loaded with all of the performance features you’d expect from Kenwood.
Into digital music? The Kenwood DPX-503U plays back the MP3, WMA, and AAC music files that you’ve burned onto discs, and your song titles will appear on the four-line variable illumination full dot display. System Q-Ex EQ curves, along with sophisticated bass, treble, and midrange controls, let you shape the sound to your liking.
Kenwood DPX-503U also has a handy USB input allows you to connect an iPod or portable music player. Just plug your compatible iPod, pen drive, portable hard drive or other USB device into the front USB on the stereo. The radio will display artist names and track information right on the faceplate, and the USB socket will even supply power to your compatible player.
Key Features
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Double DIN Size Fixed Faceplate
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4 Line Mono Colour Full dot LCD Display
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50W x 4, 2 RCA Pre-outs
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System Q-Ex, System E’s+, Digital Time aligment
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MP3/WMA/AAC-Decoder, 24-Bit Digital Audio Converter
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Front AUX/USB input with slide protection cover
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1-Wire iPod USB-Direct control
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Ready for Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile / Audio Profile
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Variable Illumination + Emotional Illumination Effect
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Remote control included
General Features
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DIN Size 2 DIN
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Faceplate Mechanism Non (Fixed)
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Angle Adjustment No
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Security Code Function Yes
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Key Illumination Variable
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Rotary Encoder & Control Knob Yes
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Operation mode 4-Directions + Push + Rotary
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Attenuator with Smooth Volume Return Yes
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Touch Sensor Tone Yes
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IR Remote control Yes, RC-547
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Digital Clock (24H) Yes
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All-off Select (20/40/60 minutes) Yes
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ISO connector Yes
Display Features
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Display Type LCD Display
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Display Layout 4 line, Ful dot
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Display Illumination Variable
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Spectrum Analyzer Yes
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Dimmer Control 2 steps – Automatic
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Auto dimmer control function (on/off) Yes
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Positive/negative switchable Yes
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Display Off Mode Yes
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Demo Mode Yes
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Special Character Display No
Tuner Features
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RDS (PI, PS, AF, TI, Clock) Yes
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Radio Text (RDS) Yes
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Radio Text Plus Yes
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Program Type Function (PTY) Yes
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Enhanced Other Networks Function (EON) Yes
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K3I – Clean Reception Tuner Yes
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FM Reception Yes
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AM (MW/LW) Reception Yes
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Presets 24 Presets (18FM / 3LW / 3MW)
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Automatic Memory Entry (AME) Yes
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Up/Down Seek Tuning Yes
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Tuning mode (Auto1 / Auto2 / Manual) Yes
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FM Stereo / Mono Selector Yes
CD Features
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CD-R/RW Compatible Yes
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MP3 Playback with ID3 Tag Display Yes
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WMA (Windows Media Audio) Playback Yes
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AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) Playback Yes
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CD Text Support Yes
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Supreme Yes
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D.A.C. processing 24 bit (Burr Brown)
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0 bit Mute Yes
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Random Function (Track/Disc) Yes
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Repeat Function (Track/Disc) Yes
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Scan Function (Track/Disc) Yes
USB Features
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USB Interface port Yes
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USB Type USB1.1 / USB 2.0
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USB extension cable supplied no
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MTP (PlaysForSure) Yes
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iPod Digital Connection (1 Wire) Yes
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MP3 playback with ID3 Tag Display Yes
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WMA (Windows Media File) playback Yes
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AAC (Advanced Audio Codec) playback Yes
External Media Control Features
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Dual Changer Control (CH1, CH2 & AUX) Yes
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CD Text Ready with Compatible KENWOOD Units Yes
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Disc & Track Repeat Yes
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Disc & Track Scan Yes
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Disc & Track Random Play Yes
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Direct Access Yes
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Disc Name Preset Play (DNPS) Yes
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Bluetooth Handsfree Yes
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Bluetooth Audio Streaming Yes
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2004 B.M.S. Amplifier Control Yes
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iPod Control with KCA-iP500 Yes
Audio Features
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Maximum Output Power 50W x 4
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MOSFET Power IC Yes
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Auxiliary input 1 RCA
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Auxiliary input Yes, Front
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Auxiliary Type Mini-jack
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Pre-out 2 RCA
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Pre-out Output Level 2.5V
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Preout Rear / Subwoofer Switchable Yes
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Subwoofer Reference Level Adj. Yes
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Built-In Amplifier Cut-Off Yes
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Dual-Zone Source & Volume Control Yes
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Dual-Zone (FRONT / REAR Switchable) Yes
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Source Tone Control & Memory Bass / Mid / Treble
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Balance/Fader/Loudness Control Yes
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Att.(-20dB) with smooth Volume Return Yes
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System Q_EX (Preset & Manual Sound Control) Yes
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Time Aligment Yes
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System E’s+ (Built-in HPF & LPF) Yes
Connectivity
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External Media Control Bus (5L) Yes
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iPod I/F Control (5L-Bus) Yes
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Bluetooth Control (5L-Bus) Yes
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PS Amplifier Control System (5L-Bus) PS Amplifiers (’02 – ‘06)
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iPod Digital Connection (1 Wire) Yes
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B.M.S.Control (’99-’03 Amps) Yes
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Advanced B.M.S. Control (’02 Amps) Yes
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OEM Wired Remote Control Yes
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OEM Display Control Yes
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Power Control (P.CON) wire Yes
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External Amplifier Controle Wire Yes
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2-way (Tel/Navi) mute wire Yes
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Dimmer control wire Yes
Cosmetics features
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Front/edge Black Injection
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Dress plate Metalic Black
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Volume & operation knob or wheel Chrome Plated
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Preset key finish Black Injection
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Escution Black Injection
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Triangle Illumination Red
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Key illumination variable
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Illumination Effect Yes
Tuner Specifications
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FM Frequency Range 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz
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FM Frequency Step 50kHz
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FM Usable Sensitivity 0.7µV/75ohm (S/N 26dB)
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FM Quieting Sensitivity 1.6µV/75ohm (S/N 46dB)
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FM Frequency Response 30Hz ~ 15kHz (± 3dB)
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FM Sigal to Noise Ratio 65dB(MONO)
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FM Selectivity(DIN) over 80dB (±400kHz)
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FM Stereo Separation (1kHz) 35dB
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MW Frequency Range 531kHz ~ 1611kHz
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MW Frequency step 9kHz
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MW Usable Sensitivity 25µV (S/N 20dB)
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LW Frequency Range 153kHz ~ 281kHz
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LW Usable Sensitivity 45µV (S/N 20dB)
CD Specifications
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Laser Diode GaAIAs
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Digital Filter(D/A) 8 Times OverSampling
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Digital/Analogue Converter 24 Bit
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Spindle Speed 500 ~ 200rpm (CLV: 1 times)
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Wow & Flutter Below Measurable Limit
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Frequency Response 10Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
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Total Harmonic Distortion 0.008% (1kHz)
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Sigal to Noise Ratio 105dB (1kHz)
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Dynamic Range 93dB
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MP3 Decoder Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
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WMA Decoder Compliant with Windows Media Audio
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AAC Decoder AAC-LC “.m4a” files
USB Specifications
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USB Version compatibility 1.1 / 2.0
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File System FAT 16/32
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Maximum Supply current 500mA
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MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
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WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio
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AAC Decode AAC-LC “.m4a” Files
Audio Specifications
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Maximum Power 50W x 4
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Output Power (DIN45324,+B=14.4v) 30W x 4
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Preout Level 2500mV / 10kOhm,
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Preout Impedance 600Ohm
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Speaker Impedance 4Ohm ~ 8Ohm
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AUX Frequency Response 20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
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AUX Maximum Input Voltage 1200mV
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AUX Input Impedance 100kOhm
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Bass Tone Control 100Hz ±8dB
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Middle Tone Control 1kHz ±8dB
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Treble Tone Control 10kHz ±8dB
General Specifications
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Operating voltage 14.4V (11 ~ 16V Allowable)
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Current Consumption 10A
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Dimensions (WxHxD) 182 x 112 x 160mm
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Weight 1600gr
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The Pioneer DEH-P3100UB CD Receiver with iPod Direct Control and USB input, Bluetooth Ready includes advanced Sound Retriever restores the rich, full, dynamic sound to compressed music and Front input for USB devices.
The Next Best Thing to Live
Sick of listening to static? CD Players improve sound quality and add features like Bluetooth and iPod control that your built in factory stereo might otherwise not have. Expand your system with digital radio options like HD Radio, XM Satellite Radio or Sirius Satellite Radio.
Bring Your Music to Life with Advanced Sound Retriever
This year you can hear the detail, warmth, and clarity the way the artist intended it, from all of the highly compressed MP3, WMA and AAC files playing on your CD player. By restoring data that tends to get lost in the digital compression process, we can make your music sound close to CD quality.
iPod Made Easy
It’s easy! Simply plug your iPod directly into the unit using the CD-IU50 iPod cable, and you are ready to rock and roll. Listening to an artist that you just can’t get enough of? Now you can hold the “List” button down and it will pop up folders containing that specific artist, album, or genre. You can also have your passenger control your music directly from the iPod.
A better way to control your music Sick of using buttons to search through your songs? Now you can scroll through your music with greater ease using the 7-way rotary commander.
Fed up with your Bluetooth headset?
Here’s a better hands-free solution. Use the available CD-BTB200 Bluetooth Adapter and Bluetooth-enabled cellular phones for easy, safe, and hands-free operation. The unit acts like a speakerphone, channeling the sound through your car speakers which makes the call sound better. It also automatically mutes your music so that you’ll never miss a call. Note: Optional CD-BTB200 adapter required
What else does this model have to offer? The DEH-P3100IB also includes these additional features like built-in AUX input for your media devices and Advanced Sound Retriever to restore your mp3s to near CD quality. Features that are designed to expand your system, customize your experience, provide superior sound quality and easy operation.
Specifications
- Remote Control included
- LCD Display with 16-character Text
- Advanced Sound Retriever to restore your compressed media to near CD quality
- AUX input to easier plug in your portable media devices
- USB input (Front)
- HD Radio, XM, and Sirius Radio Ready
- 2 RCA preouts for adding on external amps and speakers simplify system expansion
- Two-Way Crossover with separate High and Low Pass settings
- Built-in MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier for excellent sound quality, minimal distortion and efficient power handling
- Supertuner IIID advanced analog and digital processing assure superior imaging, less distortion and noise, and stronger, smoother broadcast signal reception
- Display Off Mode
What’s in the Box
- Pioneer DEH-P3100UB CD Receiver,
- wiring harness,
- wireless remote control,
- installation hardware,
- operation manual,
- installation guide,
- warranty sheet
Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features
- CD Receiver with iPod Direct Control and USB input, Bluetooth Ready
- Advanced Sound Retriever restores the rich, full, dynamic sound to compressed music
- Front input for USB devices
- HD Radio, XM, and Sirius Radio Ready
- Built-in MOSFET 50 W x 4 amplifier for excellent sound quality
Technical Details
- Brand: Pioneer
- Model: DEH-P3100UB
- Supertuner: Supertuner IIID
- 24-Station/6-Button (18FM/6AM) Presets: Yes
- BSM (Best Stations Memory): Yes
- Local Station Setting: Selectable (4-Step)
- HD Radio Ready: Yes (GEX-P20HD Required)
- XM Radio Ready: Yes (GEX-P920XM Required)
- Sirius Radio Ready: Yes (CD-SB10 and Tuner Required)
- CD Player Codec Support: MP3, WMA, WAV, iTunes AAC
- CD-R/CD-RW Compatible: Yes
- 1-bit D/A Converter: Yes (8fs/16-bit)
- AGC (Automatic Gain Control): Yes
- Disc Title Memory: Yes
- Disc/Track List: Yes
- CD Text: Yes
- Bluetooth Capable: Yes (CD-BTB200 Required)
- Hands-Free Profile (HFP): (w/CD-BTB200)
- Audio Streaming Profile (A2DP): (w/CD-BTB200)
- Audio Control Profile (AVRCP): (w/CD-BTB200)
- iPod Control Capability: USB Control (CD-IU50 Required)
- Alphabetical High-Speed Search: Yes
- Link Play/Search: Link Play (Artist, Album, Genre)
- Passenger Control Mode: Yes
- IP-Bus System Control: Yes
- USB Control Capability: Built-In (Front/Rear)
- Multi-CD Control: Yes
- DVD Control: Yes
- Display Output: Yes
- Built-in Auxiliary Input: Built-in (Front)
- Face Type: Slot In
- Display Type: LCD
- Dot Matrix OEL Size: 1 Line, 16 Characters
- Button (Key) Illumination: Green
- Built-in Speaker Power: MOSFET 50W x 4
- Continuous Power Output: 22W x 4
- Equalizer: EEQ (3-Band Parametric)
- Equalizer Presets: 5
- User Equalizer Settings: 1
- Loudness: 3 Mode
- Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR): Yes
- Electronic Balance/Fader: Yes
- Source Level Adjuster (SLA): Yes
- Crossover Network: Two-Way Crossover
- High-Pass Crossover (HPF): 50/63/80/100/125Hz, neg 12dB/Oct.
- Subwoofer Crossover (LPF): 50/63/80/100/125Hz, neg 18dB/Oct., plus/minus 12dB
- Subwoofer Direct Control Key: Yes
- RCA Preouts: 3 pair (Front, Rear, Sub/Non-Fading)
- Preout Voltage and Impedance: Hi-Volt (4V), 100 ohm
- Detachable Face Security: Yes
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The Alpine iDA-X305 is an in-dash head unit that is designed to provide seamless control of your iPod, iPhone and other digital devices over your car stereo. The high resolution 2.2-inch color TFT display allows you to view your iPod album art and displays song and track information, and also has a large clock display. The large double-action rotary knob gives maximum control of functions like QuickSearch for finding sound and adjusting volume. This knob is removable for anti-theft purposes, and there is an option of blue or red illumination. The superfast USB connection, with included cable, provides ultra-fast digital data transfer with newer iPods, and a 24-Bit D/A converter with a signal to noise ratio of 105 dB ensures great quality sound. The Alpine iDA-X305 has expandable options to add other media sources such as HD Radio, Satellite Radio, DVD changer and other auxilary sources. Other optional system upgrades include iTunes tagging, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and steering wheel remote control.
Design
The most prominent aspect of the X305’s interface is the control knob that sits just left of its center. Alpine calls this the Double-Action Encoder, for reasons we’ll mention below. The knob can be twisted to perform such actions as adjusting the volume or scrubbing through menu options and media.
Selections are made by pressing the large Enter button in the center of the knob. Reversing through menus is accomplished by hitting the back button to the left of the knob.
Pressing in on the outer ring of the encoder and twisting activates the second action in the Double-Action namesake: QuickSearch. People can chose between either Percentage search (which jumps to a specific part of a list in 10 percent increments) or Alphabet search (which jumps through a list in order of initial letter). Search modes are easily chosen with a tap of the F button between the knob and the screen, and allow for quick navigation of large digital media libraries.
To the right of the control knob is the 2.2-inch, full-color TFT display. Here you’ll find iPod album artwork and menu information. The entire faceplate is backlit in cool blue light, but can be changed to red if that better suits your ride’s color scheme.
The left side of the faceplate is home to additional buttons for skipping tracks, pausing playback, and power/selecting audio source. A phone button answers incoming calls or activates voice-activated dialing when the iDA-X305 is paired with the Alpine KCE-400BT Bluetooth hands-free module. For security purposes, the iDA-X305 features a partially removable faceplate, so you can take everything except the 2.2-inch screen with you when you leave your car.
Features
The iDA-X305 is a mechanical-free device with no moving parts. That means no CD-slot and no tape player. With the exception of the AM/FM radio, the X305 subsists on a completely on a digital diet.
Using the included USB pigtail, listeners can plug in a portable USB drive or MP3 player for complete access to the file structure. Compatible file formats include DRM-free MP3, AAC, and WMA.
In a nice tip of the hat to iPod users, Alpine has included a short, black dock connector cable with the X305, which looks cleaner and keeps us from having to carry our stock white cable back and forth.
New in the X305 is full “Works with iPhone” compatibility, so no longer will you get a nag screen when connecting your iPhone 3G. Additionally, the X305 will also charge your iPhone while you listen, something that the X100 didn’t do.
While the iDA-X305’s feature set is essentially limited to radio and digital audio playback, it is capable of being extended and expanded with Alpine’s line of add-on modules. We already mentioned the KCE-400BT, but the X305 is also compatible with Alpine’s TUA-HD550 HD Radio tuner with iTunes tagging functionality.
Simple iPod navigation and control
The big jog dial in the middle works just like an iPod’s click wheel. Turn it a little to access Search mode, then scroll line-by-line. Turn and hold the knob to move to Alphabet Search mode — now you can scroll through the alphabet to blaze through your lists of artists, albums, or songs. The current song keeps playing, so you won’t interrupt the music while you’re searching. The convenient “Back” button lets you backtrack through the menus, instead of starting over from the top.
Play your other digital files, too
Put your favorite MP3, WMA, and AAC files on a thumb drive, and you’ve got an easy way to stock up on tunes for your next road trip. Or play another USB-equipped music player through the USB slot.
Flexible system-building options
This versatile stereo works with all of Alpine’s peripheral gear, including satellite radio, auxiliary input adapter, add-on USB input, or CD changer. Add an HD Radio™ tuner, and you can “tag” songs you hear on an HD Radio broadcast for purchasing later in iTunes®. With Alpine’s optional KCE-400BT Bluetooth® interface, you’ll be able to answer or place a call with a touch of a button. You can also stream music from a music phone or Bluetooth-capable music player.
Three sets of preamp outputs simplify setting up a system with external amplifiers and subs, and you’ll appreciate the ability to control the subwoofer’s output level from the stereo. For the best possible sound quality, add Alpine’s PXA-H100 IMPRINT sound processor and KTX-H100 tuning kit — the IMPRINT measures your car’s acoustics and adjusts the stereo’s settings automatically to create a perfect audio environment.
Performance
The internal amplification receives a 5-watt per channel boost from the X100 to the X305. However, while power is now rated at a peak output of 50 watts by four-channels, average power output remains at 18 watts per channel.
The character of the audio can be tweaked with a two-band (bass/treble) equalizer with a loudness function. Those who need more control can add the IMPRINT audio processor for an additional charge to custom tune the audio to their particular vehicle.
Additional power can be had by way of the upcoming headunit power pack, which boosts average power to 50 watts per channel, with an unstated max, or by adding external amplifiers using any of the three 5-volt preamp outputs (including a dedicated subwoofer output, with its own gain control).
General features:
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digital media receiver (no built-in CD player)
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built-in amplifier (18 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
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plays MP3, WMA, and AAC music files from external sources
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2.2″ full-color TFT display
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detachable face
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iTunes tagging with Alpine’s optional TUA-T550 HD Radio™ tuner
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optional remote control
Audio features:
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2-band parametric equalizer
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Burr-Brown 24-bit digital-to-analog converter
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compatible with Alpine’s PXA-H100 IMPRINT audio processor and KTX-H100 tuning kit
Expandability:
iPod control: direct connection to USB input for newer iPods (older iPods will need Alpine’s KCE-422i interface cable) compatible with Alpine’s HD Radio tuner, Bluetooth adapter, CD changer, satellite radio
inputs: USB input
outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer) — subwoofer output has bass level control
In sum
Everything that we liked about the X100 is back and better than ever in the iDA-X305, so our recommendation of this receiver for people with large digital audio collections is a no-brainer. We also like the extendability of the X305 through Alpine’s collection of add-on modules and the freedom it gives us to build our cabin tech experience one piece at a time.
However, while many users have successfully made the jump to a completely device-based approach to their music collections, many more still depend on physical media. If you can’t break your addiction to CDs, perhaps this isn’t the receiver for you.
Pros:
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digital iPod control
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quality 24-Bit Burr-Brown DAC
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includes a remote control
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Bluetooth ready (requires add-on)
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Quick Search for large song volumes
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DVD & HD/Satellite radio ready (requires add-ons)
Cons:
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poorly implimented knob
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cheap build quality
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most functionality requires add-ons to be purchased separately
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no CD player
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Kenwood built an impressive list of features into its attractively-priced KDC-W313A CD/MP3 receiver. Its detachable face boasts an easy-to-see FL display and easy-to-use rotary control. The powerful internal amp (50Wx4 channels) stays clean, even when the music’s really pumping. System Q Sound Control whips the sound into shape with preset sound curves and tone controls. Its Speaker Setting function lets you choose from three settings to tailor the KDC-W313A’s output to the speakers in your vehicle. Source tone memory stores a System Q setting for each source (CD, FM, AM).
Kenwood’s RDS tuner does a great job of pulling in and holding your favorite stations and if you’re into building a system, the KDC-W313A includes a set of preamp outputs to simplify adding outboard amplifiers.
Key Features
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Full Detachable Faceplate with Red Key Illumination
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14 Segment Fluorescent (FL) Tube Display
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50W x 4, Max Output Power
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RDS tuner with radio text
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MP3/WMA Decoder Built-in
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24 bit D/A converter, Supreme Circuit
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1 Preout
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Illuminated Front AUX input
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System Q (Preset Sound Control
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Bass Boost + LPF (Low Pass Filter)
Audio Features
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Maximum Output Power 50W x 4
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Auxiliary input – Front Mini-jack Built-in
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Pre-out 1 RCA
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Pre-out Output Level 2V
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Preout Rear / Subwoofer Switchable
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Subwoofer Reference Level Adj.
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Source Tone Control & Memory Bass / Mid / Treble
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Balance/Fader/Loudness Control
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Att.(-20dB) with smooth Volume Return
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System Q (Preset Sound Control)
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Bass Boost Circuit
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Low-pass Filter
CD Features
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CD-R/RW Compatible
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MP3 Playback with ID3 Tag Display
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WMA (Windows Media Audio) Playback
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Multi-session Disc Playback
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CD Text Support
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Supreme
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D.A.C. processing 24 bit (built-in) 0 bit Mute
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Random Function (Track/Disc)
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Repeat Function (Track/Disc)
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Scan Function (Track/Disc)
Tuner Features
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RDS (PI, PS, AF, TI, Clock)
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Radio Text (RDS)
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Program Type Function (PTY)
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Enhanced Other Networks Function (EON)
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K3I – Clean Reception Tuner
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FM Reception
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AM (MW/LW) Reception
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Presets 24 Presets (18FM / 3LW / 3MW)
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Automatic Memory Entry (AME)
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Up/Down Seek Tuning
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Tuning mode (Auto1 / Auto2 / Manual)
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FM Stereo / Mono Selector
General Features
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DIN Size 1 DIN
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Detachable Faceplate
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Protection Case For Faceplate, Soft Case
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Full Detachable Faceplate
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Rotary Encoder & Control Knob
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Operation mode 4-Directions + Push
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Attenuator with Smooth Volume Return
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Touch Sensor Tone
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Digital Clock (24H)
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All-off Select (20/40/60 minutes)
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The JVC KD-AVX820 is an in-dash CD/DVD/USB car-multimedia receiver outfitted with a 7.0” widescreen touch panel display, a proximity sensor, and a detachable face. The second of two JVC KW-AVX A/V head units, the JVC KW-AVX820 is an upgrade from the JVC KW-AVX720 in that it isn’t just HD Radio Ready, Satellite Radio Ready, and Bluetooth compatible. In fact, the KW-AVX820 comes equipped with a USB Bluetooth adapter (receiver, transmitter, antenna) and a high-quality external wired microphone for hands-free phone calling and wireless audio streaming.
When a call comes in you can speak to your caller, without touching your mobile phone. Music streaming lets you play the music from any Bluetooth audio device through the stereo.
In addition, the KW-AVX820 sports a CD/DVD player that supports WAV/MP3/WMA audio files, DivX/MPEG1/MPEG2 video files, and JPEG picture files. Plus, the KD-AVX820 sports a full-speed USB 2.0 port for iPod/iPhone(s), USB flash memory, digital audio players, and portable HDD connections with 2-way control for iPod/iPhone(s). The KW-AVX820 also boasts a 7-band iEQ, a built-in MOSFET amplifier with a 200w max power output, a traditional AM/FM tuner, a wireless remote, and 5V front/read/subwoofer pre-outputs with a subwoofer control. The JVC KW-AVX820 comes with a 1 year limited warranty. Additional service plans are available for a fee.
Main characteristics
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Proximity Sensor/ 7″ Touch Panel Monitor
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Detachable front panel for security
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MOS-FET 50W x 4
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Divx Ultra Certified
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Built-in Bluetooth Technology
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USB Port (AAC/WAV/MP3/WMA/iPod Audio & Video)
Specification
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Proximity Sensor/Touch Panel
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MOS-FET 50W x 4 (20W RMS x 4)
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Built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology
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Built-in 7-inch Widescreen Monitor
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RDS FM/AM Tuner
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USB Port (WAV/MP3/WMA/iPod & iPhone Audio)
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GIGA MP3 MULTI
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AAC/WAV/MP3/WMA Compatible (DVD/CD/USB)
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JPEG/MPEG 1, 2 Compatible (DVD/CD/USB)
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USB Audio and Video for iPod/iPhone etc.
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2-Way Control for iPod/iPhone (Headunit/iPod or iPhone)
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DAB Digital Radio Ready (optional tuner)
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Dolby Digital
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7-Band iEQ
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5V Line/5V Subwoofer Output Level
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Gold-Plated Input Terminals (AV + Video)
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Gold-Plated Preout Terminals (Front + Rear + Subwoofer + Composite Video)
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Digital Output Terminal
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TFT ON/OFF
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Multilingual Display (English/Spanish/French/German/Italian/Dutch/Portuguese/Swedish/Danish/Russian)
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Dual Zone Function
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CD Changer Ready
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High-Pass Filter (ON/Through)
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Detachable Control Panel
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Wired MIC included
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Steering Wheel Remote Ready (optional interface)
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The understated elegance of JVC’s KD-AVX77 DVD receiver fits any vehicle’s interior. Its El Kameleon security system presents a plain, black face without any buttons or knobs to the left of the screen — you make all adjustments with just a touch of your finger. The controls black out and disappear when you’re not using them, then light up automatically when your hand approaches the screen.
The new El Kameleon KD-AVX77 features a superwide touch screen that fills up its entire single-DIN faceplate. But is a bigger screen always better?
The superwide screen is awkward for DVD playback, but allows for a fantastic level of customization. You can download custom backgrounds, adjust text and button color and design, and even customize the virtual button layout.
Pick from four viewing modes, including an ultra-wide Cinemascope setting for watching DVDs when you’re parked. Split-screen mode is perfect for viewing album art and song info while you’re listening to music. Choose from different menus configurations and colors to suit your taste and match your vehicle’s interior — you can even use your own jpeg pictures as wallpaper.
Design
The KD-AVX77 is a single DIN unit with a detachable faceplate. The face is almost completely devoid of physical controls, featuring only a Power/Attenuate button at the top right corner and a button to eject the faceplate at the lower right corner.
The rest of the KD-AVX77’s faceplate is occupied by a 5.4-inch superwide (3.32:1 aspect ratio) touch-screen display with a resolution of 800 pixels by 240 pixels. Frankly, a screen this wide is of limited use for displaying DVD movies, because very few DVDs are encoded in a supercinemascope aspect ratio. As a result, movies viewed on the KD-AVX77’s screen end up cropped, stretched, or just scaled down with black borders.
The display features a proximity sensor that can be used to, for example, pop up the hidden onscreen controls when your hand approaches the screen during DVD playback. The system can be set to hide the interface buttons by default or black out the inactive screen and respond to proximity or touch.
However, where the El Kameleon’s touch screen comes into its own is with the customizable interface. You are able to choose different backgrounds, and virtual button layouts. The KD-AVX77 also features touch gestures for basic commands, such as swirling a finger to quickly raise or lower the volume or swiping horizontally to skip back or forward.
Sound
Play the MP3, WMA, and AAC files you’ve burned to a disc or saved on a thumb drive. The powerful built-in amplifier and 24-bit digital-to-analog converter make the most of your music, and the 7-band equalizer lets you adjust a range of frequencies to create the perfect sound for your car’s interior. If you’re building a complete audio/video system, the 6-channel preamp outputs let you add amplifiers, subwoofers, and even a center speaker.
Installation
The KD-AVX77 El Kameleon fits into a standard single-DIN space that many vehicles reserve for car stereos. Basic installation involves making the standard wiring harness connections for power, speakers, etc. Video playback is only enabled when the vehicle is parked, so the e-brake signal lead must be tapped during installation. Additionally, the USB cable pigtail must be routed, as well as the microphone for hands-free calling.
Audio RCA preamp outputs, for stereo front and rear and dedicated center channel and subwoofer outputs, allow for the use of external amplifiers for 5.1 surround sound. A video output and a secondary stereo RCA output allow for the connection of external monitors or a rear-seat entertainment system. A video input either works in conjunction with a reverse-gear signal lead to connect an optional rearview camera, or in conjunction with a stereo RCA line input to add an external video player. Finally, an OE remote input allows for the use of some vehicles’ steering wheel switchgear, with the addition of an optional control box.
The KD-AVX77’s multiple AV inputs and outputs and the AM/FM radio antenna input are all on pigtails and cannot be removed from the device, which means that even if you’re not using a ton of input and output options, you’ll have a lot of cables to cram behind the unit, so make sure you have enough clearance to allow for adequate cooling.
Features
Equipped with an Infra Red remote control, a microphone for Bluetooth phone use and many RCA outputs and also AV inputs. A rare full 5.1 surround sound decoding unit with centre channel RCA output. Dual zone output is also possible and you can choose your screen layout and colours as well as the background image or wallpaper. It has full Bluetooth compatibility and will work iPods and iPhones via the USB port and allows two-way control of most such that you can use and see the display on either headunit or iPod when in use.
Video may be used from an iPod with an additional (£45 approx) KS-U30 connector adapter lead. One interesting feature is the proximity sensor that re-animates the screen when a hand wafts nearby, ready for instructions.
Specifications
- 4 x 50w (MOSFET Power IC)
- 5.4 inch ultra wide (3.32:1) LCD tft touch screen
- 576,000 pixels, 800 (x3 RGB) x 240
- Wide viewing angle
- Motion sensor for panel activation
- User selectable GUI colours and three choices of layout
- .jpeg and video image capture for customisable wallpapers
- Gold-plated RCA preout terminals @ 5V Front L&R/rear L&R/subwoofer/centre channel and composite video, Second Audio Out
- Subwoofer has 0-16dB gain available
- Gold-plated AV input terminals
- CD/DVD/VCD/DivX/MP3/GIGA MP3/WMA/WAV/AAC playback
- Plays DVD-R/-RW and +R/RW but not dual layer –RW & +RW
- Cable mounted USB port
- Made for iPod/iPhone (KS-PD100 needed for iPod 3rd gen 30/40GB; iPod mini 4/6GB and 4th gen 40GB)
- Full speed iPod control
- 2-way control for iPod/iPhone
- Built-in Bluetooth 1.2 for hands free calling and audio streaming ( HFP/OPP/A2DP/AVRCP)
- Text message display and voice dialling
- 5.1 channel Dolby Digital decoder (NOT dts though – odd lack)
- Dual Zone output and divided screen for display of DVD and AV in (rear camera or video nav)
- Separate volume control for second zone
- Seven Band EQ; 3 user memories plus Flat/Hard Rock/R&B/Pop/Jazz/Dance/Country/Reggae/Classic settings
- HPF & LPF selectable between off/80/120/150Hz @ 12 dB per Octave
- CD changer control (port can be converted to aux in with KS-U57/8 adapter)
- Steering wheel remote ready (optional adapter required)
- Rear fan cooled
- Microphone, two mounting devices and RM-RK252 24+4-way button remote included
General standing
Overall rating 9.0
Sound Quality 9.0
Appearance/Display 10.0
Ease Of Use/HMI 10.0
Features 8.0
Value For Money 8.0
The good
The JVC KD-AVX77 El Kameleon features a customizable interface and a responsive touch screen. iPod and USB browsing is quick and easy to understand. Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming increase driver safety and add an additional audio source. A plethora of AV inputs and outputs provide many expandability options.
The bad
The superwide touch screen is too small for DVD playback and its awkward aspect ratio means that most films will be cropped, stretched, or shrunken. Gesture controls are inconsistent.
The bottom line
The JVC KD-AVX77 El Kameleon is a great receiver for system builders, but the touch-screen interface isn’t as easy to use as some of the competition’s physical control schemes.
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