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If you’re looking to swap your OEM receiver for something a bit more versatile, the BV7320 from Boss Audio is a great choice. This receiver plays a variety of disc formats, including DVDs, CDs, and VCDs. You can also enjoy your WMA/MP4/MP3 digital files, whether from burnt discs or via the receiver’s USB port or SD card slot. Video looks great on the 3.2-inch screen, and you can easily add a rearview camera to your vehicle.
Boss BV7300 – 3.2-Inch Widescreen Monitor
The single-DIN BV7300 features a fully detachable front panel with a 3.2-inch widescreen TFT monitor. The brilliant monitor features a 1440 x 234 resolution and an on-screen display that makes navigating features a breeze.
Boss BV7300 – Enjoy Your Media
The BV7300 will play back your DVDs/SDVDs, SVCDs/VCDs, CDs, CD-R/Ws, and WMA/MP4/MP3 files. When listening to digital files, enjoy full ID3 tag display of artist/track info. Dial in the sound with separate bass and treble EQ controls, along with balance/fader.
Boss BV7300 – USB and SD Connectivity
Convenient front-panel USB port and SD card jacks let you instantly switch out USB thumb drives or SD cards with a fresh batch of MP3 tunes/podcasts/etc.
Boss BV7300 – AM/FM Radio
Enjoy your favorite radio programming with the PLL-synthesized tuner, featuring 30 station presets–for instant access to your preferred stations–and switchable USA/Europe radio frequencies.
Boss BV7300 – Auxiliary Input
The convenient front-panel auxiliary input (3.5-mm mini jack) is a great way to enjoy audio from your iPod, MP3 player, or other external audio devices.
Boss BV7300 – Power and Expandability
The BV7300 provides a solid 80 watts x 4 for starters, and if you’d like to expand your system, use the front/rear and subwoofer preamp outputs to add external amplifiers.
Boss BV7300 – Rearview Camera Input
Add a rearview camera for safety and convenience when your vehicle is in reverse.
Boss BV7300 – Remote Included
A wireless remote control is included for convenient control of the system.
Boss BV7300 -What’s in the Box
BV7300 receiver, wireless remote, mounting hardware, and user’s manual.
Boss BV7300 user review
This is my first experience with a Boss product, and I have to say that it will be the last. While it has plenty of bells and whistles, it’s not what it’s cracked up to be. For something that seems so nifty and extravagant, it’s programming screens and everything are very generic and lackluster, like programming a Tandy TRS80 from way back in the day…The biggest pro is that there are tons of ways to play media. USB, MP3 input jack, SD card slot, cd/dvd slot (which will play MP3’s, MP4’s, DVD’s, etc.), are all included and snazzy ideas. But the controls are clumsy and unpredictable. And as for the USB port, I was psyched. But unless you put a 256 MB drive in it, you’re in for quite a wait, while it apparently has to load and read every file before starting. I have a 4 GB jumpdrive in it, which takes about 5 minutes to load. But what absolutely takes the cake is it’s tendency to change sources randomly, seemingly on it’s own insane schedule. In a 45 – minute trip to work, I’ve actually had to change the source back to radio, or cd, or jumpdrive, or whatever more than 25 times. Then, it’ll work fine for an hour or two. It’s really aggravating…
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After purchasing a car radio iRandom CS-101 and it did install on my car, I decided to publish a small guide for those like me who have difficulty in obtaining more information about this product, usually because the various shops that offer only give a brief description leaving out some features that can be rather useful for comparison between different radio without the player that the market offers.
This is a radio with AM and FM reception with RDS without CD player, MP3 format supported by the integrated card reader for SD or MMC card or by connecting via USB memory keys or other devices equipped with USB connection.
The radio also has a 3.5 mm jack as an input for external audio sources frontal type portable CD players or other.
The instruction manual is in Italian.
The car mount is simple enough for anyone with a bit of practice, some difficulties will be dismantled because once inserted in the machine frame assembly, the casing outside the car will cover one of two slots on which insert the supplied release keys that are used to remove the car radio.
The sound is of good quality, deep bass LOUD function Megabass kind or another, one of the things that usually do not find the features, is that the radio has 4 different selectable EQ: FLAT, CLASSICAL, ROCK, POP.
The power is good and even at high volume amplification provides an acceptable sound without excessive distortion.
The finishing and aesthetics are good, but the only available light is red and white buttons for the display, the circle segments in blue and white that you see on display in the photos accompanying the descriptions of the radio is not illuminated, the green bar is blue and white and moves to the rhythm of music, some buttons have more than one function depending on the mode selected audio (radio, usb, card, aux) at first seems a little difficult but then you get used to.
The radio also features a clock, mixtures if you can keep him active or not radio off, but also with key in it by disconnecting the key to everything is shut down, if you choose to focus rimanre the clock, the display will show ‘ hours with no backlight for which the setting sun will always be less visible.
Good tuning and RDS
Sore does not usually present in the features important to know but for those who wish to upload on your card or memory stick a lot of songs in MP3 format is that the radio has only one ways to search songs, shows 3 or better ways to search that are: track number search, search by song name and search directory, but in reality the only real numerical work.
An example: the songs on the radio has a SD or USB memory and lists them with a number starting with 1, 2 Gig SD card on my I uploaded about 300 songs divided into five directories, to listen to the song that I like to remind what number is and then search by entering the number corresponding to the desired track, or should I listen to them one by one the beginning of the songs prememdo the buttons “next” or “previous” buttons or “5″ or “6″ which have the same function, but advancing or retreating to 10 tracks at once to find the song you want.
By the way, to enter the 3 digit number for the numerical search, we must see the first digit desired using the volume + and volume – and then confirm by pressing “SEL” (not with the BND button as the instructions say)
I think it is absurd that has a card reader on which you can load hundreds of songs you can not see on display a list of directories and their contents so you can easily find the song you are interested, a function that so far I have always seen on radio that support MP3 files
It ’s true that generally the selling price is lower than the offer good sound quality but what do I need to have hundreds of songs available at all times and when you should make a list on a sheet of paper to find out the number of the song you want to hear? it is as if the contacts of your phone display only the phone numbers without the corresponding names.
Another important thing to know is that for any service or repair center authorized does not seem to exist in Italy: in this regard I also asked the seller but to date I have not confirmed the existence
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Boss Audio’s BV9990 is a perfect choice for those seeking in-dash multimedia. With a 7-inch touchscreen, USB port, front auxiliary input and other convenient features, you’ll get plenty of bang for your buck. Ready to grow with two preamp outputs and a subwoofer out, along with a rear view camera input, it’s a perfect way to get your mobile mediaplex started.
Boss BV9990 7-Inch Touchscreen
The BV9990 features a brilliant 7-inch touchscreen with a 1440 x 234 pixel resolution, perfect for quickly accessing features and for watching video. Vertical angle adjustment allows you to get just the right viewing angle.
When not in use, the screen folds safely into the unit, and the face detaches for added security.
Boss BV9990 Enjoy Your Favorite Media
Take in your favorite movies from DVDs, VCDs, SVCDs or even MP4 files. Or enjoy audio from CDs or data discs full of your favorite MP3/WMA files.
Dial in your sound with separate bass and treble controls (complete with graphic EQ display), along with balance/fader and a mute when needed.
Boss BV9990 USB Port/SD Memory Card Slot
Don’t feel like burning your media to disk? Enjoy your digital audio (MP3/WMA) or video (MP4) files in a snap by putting them on a USB thumb drive or SD card. Enjoy hours of entertainment quickly and easily.
Boss BV9990 Front Panel Auxiliary Input
Easily connect external devices like iPods or MP3 players via the 1/8″ mini auxiliary input on the front of the unit.
Boss BV9990 Rear View Camera Input
Add a rear view camera for safety and convenience.
Boss BV9990 AM/FM Tuner
This unit also features a PLL synthesized AM/FM tuner with 30 station presets and switchable USA/Europe radio frequencies.
Boss BV9990 Plenty of Power
With 85 Watts through four channels, the BV9990 packs a punch. Dual (front and rear) RCA outputs and a subwoofer output let you expand your system.
Boss BV9990 Wireless Remote
A full-featured wireless remote is include for controlling all receiver functions.
Boss BV9990 What’s in the Box
Boss Audio BV9990, Remote Control, Installation Hardware, User’s Manual, Warranty Card
Boss BV9990 user review
I purchased it last month, and had installed immediately. I have not upgraded my factory speakers, but the increase in sound quality was immediately noticible.
The touch screen has the appropriate sensativity in my opinion. The quality of the dvd picture is EXCELLENT. Looks no different than a smaller version of my 50 inch Samsung Plasma. Tom Tom plugs easily into the port and displays perfectly.
Has a hook up for a rear back up camera, that can be activated by a simple touch of the screen. Cd player works excellently. Plays multimedia, so hook up any device you can think of, and dj from the passenger seat. Those who are intending to purchase must realize the the screen flips upward. Be cautious of what it may block in the process.
If you have vents above your deck area, I would advise you to choose another radio. I bought it for a 2001 Dodge Conversion Van, and the only issue I have is the gearshift, which I must pull toward myself, to allow the screen to go up without being blocked. DVD player has a block that does not allow it to play while car is in gear, but I hear that there is a way around it (wink wink), but try not to allow it to distract the driver.
I also purchased a 20 inch Fold down Pyle TV, which is connected to my radio, so I can show the dvd’s there, and fold down the screen in the front so the driver is not disturbed. I hope this review is helpful to you all, and I wish you all a happy, fruitful, and blessed New Year. Godspeed.
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Kenwood’s KDC-MP345U is a great replacement for that factory CD receiver, giving you both a USB port for simple connection of your iPod/iPhone or a thumb drive, an auxiliary input for other audio devices, playback of MP3/WMA files (via burnt CDs or from the USB port), and room to grow your system with dual preamp outputs.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Removable Faceplate
The faceplate of this model can be removed and taken with you, to help deter theft. The control panel is equipped with an easy-to-read, one-line, 13-digit flourescent display for easy control and navigation.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U CD and WMA/MP3 Playback
Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Front-Panel USB Port
Plug in a thumb drive or other USB storage device for playback of your favorite MP3/WMA files, with easy folder navigation. The port will also charge portable devices, and offers control of some music phones via the receiver.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Enjoy Your iPod
The USB port also provides simple connection of your iPod/iPhone allowing you to listen to your favorite music with your car stereo. Then you’ll get the added benefit of advanced search features designed to let you spend more time listening to your favorite songs instead of hunting for them: Alphabet Search, Reverse Browsing, and more.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U FM/AM Tuner
When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Store your favorite stations as presets for instant access–mixed preset tuning allows both FM and AM stations to be preset on the same preset band.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Front Auxiliary Input
Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Room To Grow
The KDC-MP345U’s 50W x 4 MOSFET amp is plenty powerful, but it also features dual 2V preamp outputs (front and rear/subwoofer) for system expansion. It includes a rear/subwoofer switch with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you can send just what you need for your system.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U System Q Sound Control
Five factory pre-set equalization curves (Rock, Top40, Pops, Jazz and Easy, plus a flat setting) and three speaker matching curves (OEM, 6×9, 5/4 plus a flat setting) can be combined for extreme sound-shaping flexibility. The preset curves include midrange contouring, giving music more clarity and presence. The preset curves can also be combined with the unit’s bass, midrange and treble controls allowing users to personalize the sound to their particular taste.
Kenwood KDC-MP345U Bass Boost
Handy for listening at lower volume levels (or for those who just like a lot of low-end).
Kenwood KDC-MP345U What’s in the Box
Kenwood KDC-MP345U, Remote Control, Wiring Harness, Installation Tools and Hardware, Owner’s Manual, Warranty Card
Kenwood KDC-MP345U user review
I usually don’t do reviews, but I am so happy with this purchase I had to. I searched around for an entire month trying to find the right receiver. I think that for the money this product is hands down a total score! It has an aux and a usb. Now, when I purchased this I was thinking on using the ipod with the aux input originally. While the usb port can be used for direct Ipod connection and memory stick media (memory stick media?!) I figured I’d only use it to charge my ipod once the bat was running low. I have heard such bad things about ipod/usb functionality in radio receivers that I never thought I would actually use it. I love my ipod, and with the 32,000+ songs I have on there, being able to quickly scroll to what I want is essential, and its pretty hard to keep track of the new stuff I put on because I don’t have enough time in the day to listen to all the songs, so I do a lot of rating. trying to scroll through quickly using any receiver search button seemed like a joke and you can’t rate songs when you can’t use the ipods native click wheel. But i digress. The point is I looked in the manual and found “hands-on/hands/off”. With the ipod plugged into the usb port on the receiver I can hit 1 and 3 on the radio and switch between the modes. Now I can use the benefits of the usb port (charging, quality sound) AAAAND use my ipods native clickwheel functionality at the same time. I don’t even use the aux anymore! and whenever I decide I want to listen to the ipod on random i just push button 1 on the radio and my artist/album scroll across the screen and I am still happy. The only thing so far that is negative are:
1.the screen during the day is almost impossible to see with sunlight on it. it just looks pink.
2.when using the awesome usb mode i quickly mentioned up top…..for the first 30 seconds in either hands-on/hands-off mode you get a little song distortion because it is loading up i guess. Like i said i have over 30,000 songs and if i get 2 noise interruptions for a second a piece for the first 30 seconds of run-time and thats it, i’d say this is an outstanding product for all who love using there ipods in the car! buy it. u will be very happy. also, I have 4 polk audio db and they sound outstanding with all but a tiny fragment of songs in the hip-hop genre.
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