Oct 27, 2009 gps navigation 4 Comments
We’re not sure why we haven’t mentioned the Kenwood DNX5140
It includes built-in Garmin navigation, direct iPod connection, USB music streaming, and front panel A/V input and output.
Kenwood DNX5140 has all of the features of the DNX6140 but with the built-in Bluetooth module deleted.
May 13, 2009 gps navigation 1 Comment
HDV-909DT is the name of the all-in-one GPS navigation system from Kenwood. It is an in-dash system with a 7″ LCD screen with 480×234 resolution. In addition to providing door to door navigation it can handle a variety of multimedia formats including DivX, DVD, MP3 and JPG. It even lets you watch TV thanks to the digital 1Seg TV tuner and the picture in picture capability.
Some hardware specs include 40GB of HDD, USB 2.0 port, a 5.1 Audio System, AM/FM radio tuner, DVD player, and an iPod / iPhone interface.
The only problem is that it is only for the island of Japan :) Even then you’ll have to wait until next month and pay 200,000 Yen which is about $2000… Read More …
Feb 4, 2009 gps navigation 5 Comments
We thought we’d continue covering the new DNX series from Kenwood. Kenwood DNX6140 is one their mid-level models that already went on sale on Amazon recently from $1050.
DNX6140 comes built-in with Garmin navigation and Parrot Bluetooth interface so you won’t have to worry about an extra standalone GPS navigation system crowding your dashboard.
With DNX6140 Kenwood kept it simple with the hardware interface. In addition to the touchscreen you’ll find a knob for volume control, a mini A/V input for connecting another device, and three buttons for switching to navigation, toggling source, and accessing other functions. The optical drive which can handle audio CDs, DVDs, MP3, and WMA files is at the top end of the 2-DIN device.
DNX6140 has a 6.1″ screen, and it give you the ability to let you control external media sources such as iPods, and HD Radios.
Jan 15, 2009 gps navigation 10 Comments
Kenwood DNX7140 is another new in dash DVD + navigation system from the company. It is expected to be available this March for a $1,700. DNX7140 shares the same advanced Garmin navigation platform and Bluetooth technology as included on the DNX9140 which we talked about a few days ago. It has a sharp 6.95″ LCD touchscreen which is an easy to use interface to control all audio, video and navigation functions. We did just mention the Bluetooth module which you assumed was only for pairing up with your phone for hands free calling – but you’re wrong. Kenwood DNX7140 also supports SMS texting and wireless A2DP audio streaming with Bluetooth . Other features of DNX7140 include vehicle mileage tracker for keeping an eye maintenance schedule and gas mileage.
Jan 12, 2009 CES 2009, garmin 3 Comments
Kenwood DNX9140 was a new addition to Kenwood’s In-Dash DVD Receiver series with built-in Garmin GPS navigation. We had a chance to take a few shots of DNX9140 and see it in action at the show but we’d much prefer to see it in our dashboard when leaving CES 2009.
This double-DIN DVD receiver from Kenwood has some impressive features including:
In addition, the DNX9140 will have the ability to connect to an M/H digital television tuner when it becomes available from Kenwood in 2010.
Kenwood eXcelon DNX9140 is expected to be available May 2009 and have an MSRP of $2000.
Aug 29, 2008 gps navigation 1 Comment
Panasonic and Kenwood seem to be in an arms race when it comes to 2DIN car entertainment navigation systems. Just the other day we heard of Kenwood DNX 8220BT and today we have Panasonic CN-HW830D which combines various useful features right to your dash.
It has an optical drive to support CD, MP3, and DVD playback. You can watch digital TV on the 7″ touchscreen with 800×480 resolution, or transfer files via high capacity SD cards or access your files on the hard disk drive. Speaking of HDD, that’s where navigation maps are stored so you’ll have your optical drive free for other stuff. You can also control your iPod with Panasonic CN-HW830D.
It looks like this device will stay in Japan (do let us know if you see it elsewhere) and will be available on September 12th for about $2500… Read More …
Aug 27, 2008 gps navigation 1 Comment
DNX8220BT is the new navigation and entertainment system from Kenwood. It looks just like DNX 7120 we had already talked about so we’re thinking this may be the European version – it will be displayed in Berlin next week at the consumer electronics show.
Also known as Navitainer this 2DIN unit unites navigation system, multimedia player, CD/DVD receiver, handsfree bluetooth, and radio in one place. It has 6.95 inch interactive touch screen control with all graphic UI. The optical drive on board can read all sort of formats including DVD Video/Audio-VR/±R/RW, DivX, MPG & JPEG, AAC, WMA, and MP3 playback. If you spend some extra $ on KCA-iP200 you’ll also have full control over your iPod and with the KCA-iP300V you can even watch your videos on the large screen.
The navigation system is from Garmin and the GPS receiver is SiRF Star III. For traffic information you’ll be pleased to hear that TMC / TMCpro decoder is built-in. Nice feature about the maps is that you can update them using an SD card.
Bluetooth feature we just mentioned is not just for pairing with your phone, it also does audio streaming. Other I/O options include 2x USB ports.
Jun 2, 2008 gps navigation Leave a comment
Koreans must have thousands gadgets that would allow them to navigate southern part of their peninsula by now. The latest is another in-dash car entertainment system that comes with GPS navigation capabilities. Called RunZ CI-7100, this 7″ tilt display device features a touch screen, allows you to watch T-DMB channels as well as DVD’s, can read dual SD cards, and even has a rear view camera options for those tight parallel parking spots.
Other features include bluetooth connectivity, USB host 2.0, iPod interface, and of course an FM tuner.
If you’re looking for something similar in the U.S. check out Pioneer AVIC D3 or the Kenwood DNX 7120.
May 24, 2008 gps navigation 12 Comments
Kenwood is now showing a new GPS navigation system on their website called DNX7120 and the older 7100 is no longer there.
The DNX7120 has a 6.95″ (they’re honest about not being 7″ ) LCD touchscreen and has the same GUI as Garmin. The maps include United States, Canada and Puerto Rico and as far as entertainment you’ve the ability to control your iPod or other portable music player. You can get the additional KCA-iP300 cable and for fastest control of iPod audio and video files. In addition DNX7120 even includes two relay control outputs for touchscreen control of external devices like garage doors, security gates, trunk release, and more.
Other features include text to speech, XM Traffic and Weather support, satellite radio support, and it comes with a remote control.
You can already pick up kenwood dnx 7120
Mar 26, 2008 garmin, gps navigation 1 Comment
eXcelon DNX-8120 is the new all-in-one navigation/DVD entertainment system from Kenwood that was created by a joint effort between them and Garmin.
eXcelon DNX-8120 features a 6.95″ touchscreen, bluetooth connectivity, special iPod control, and supports SAT and HD Radio.
Like we mentioned GPS navigation system is built by Garmin and the maps come from Navteq.
It is already available from various online retailers for somewhere between $1300 and $1600… Read More …
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