Kenwood - The Stuff Of Audio Legend
You'd be hard pushed to find an audio enthusiast on planet earth who'd not heard of Kenwood. Nowadays ubiquitous; the company was established in 1946 as the Kasuga Radio Co. Ltd. in Komagane City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The company underwent a few different name changes over the ensuing years before finally landing upon Kenwood. The name Kenwood was invented by Kasuga as being the combination of Ken; a name common to Japan and North America that had been tested and proven acceptable to American consumers in the name of Kenmore appliances, and Wood; referring to the durable substance. Fast forward to 2008 and the company merged with JVC to form new a holding company named JVCKenwood.

History aside let's talk about it's products. For hitherto Kenwood has designed, developed and produced more electronic technology than most companies could even dream of. Moving from strength to strength, nowadays Kenwood showcased a stellar range that includes everything from receivers and amplifiers through to speakers and subwoofers.

Kenwood Receivers - Leading The World In Connectivity
Kenwood is applauded the world over for its superb receivers, however this phenomenon didn't occur by accident. It's receivers have been arguably the best in the world for many years now, despite the extremely tough competition from various other Japanese electronic behemoths. Offering everything from standard single and double DIN sized receivers through to oversize DIN receivers and even titanic floating screens; if there's not a solution within the Kenwood stable able to look at home in your car then you ought to give it away.

Design Ideologies
When it comes to design and functionality, Kenwood receivers are packed with features and abilities. We’re not talking about gimmicky ones either, rather actual useful abilities you’ll find yourself using regularly. From the logically designed user interface and extensive audio processing abilities through to the vast connectivity options; there’s nothing redundant in these designs. Below we explain but a portion of these useful features.

High Definition Display – Overwhelming Power Of Expression
The 6.8″ Display features an electrostatic capacitive touch panel and HD 1280 x 720 pixel LCD panel with high luminance white LED backlight and superior wide viewing angles.

Bonded Optical Display – Vivid colours With High Contrast
Optical clear adhesive is added between the touch screen and the LCD to eliminate the air layer and suppress light reflection and glare. This feature enhances the contrast and brightness and maintains the visibility of the display in various environments.

Wider Viewing Angle – Beautiful From Any Seat
The AAS display technology of the LCD panel assures you a wider viewing angle of 170° for both horizontal and vertical directions. Together with the protective film which minimizes reflection and glare from sunlight, you can enjoy clear images even from the passenger or back seats.

Driving Widget Home Screen
The home screen is composed of a driving widget as well as a source control widget overlaid on the background. You can move the driving widget from side to side or enlarge the source control widget to optimize the screen for your intuitive operation. The driving widget allows selection of a clock, compass or equalizer setting etc. while the background allows selection of album art, audio visualizer or photo.

Smartphone Connectivity – Safe, Smart And Comprehensive Control With Apple CarPlay™
Apple CarPlay™ is a safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Simply talk to Siri or touch the receiver’s display to get directions from Apple Maps, make phone calls, listen to voicemail, send and receive texts, and listen to music from Apple Music or your favorite 3rd party streaming service like Spotify, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. With the latest iOS version (iOS 12.0 and higher), 3rd party navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze are also supported.
New KENWOOD Wi-Fi receivers now support Apple CarPlay™ wirelessly (compatible phone required).

Android Auto For Easy Connectivity
Android Auto was designed with safety in mind, helping you to minimize distractions and stay focused on the road. Kenwood’s multimedia receivers combine an intuitive voice controlled interface with a large touch screen and superior sound quality, making it the perfect complement for your in-car life. You can even listen to and control music from your favorite streaming service like Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google maps or Waze. New Kenwood wi-fi receivers also support Android Auto wirelessly (compatible phone required).

Wireless Mirroring For Android
Solution for seamlessly displaying and controlling your smartphone apps on a screen without cables on select Android devices.

HDMI Input
Display your smartphone screen or other device via an HDMI cable (and third party adapter as applicable) on the monitor.

Bluetooth Music Connectivity For Days.
Up to 5 Bluetooth® devices can be connected to the receiver at the same time, allowing you to take turns streaming music with your friends and family.

Dual Phone Connection
While you are connected through Bluetooth, with a touch of a button you can switch between two phones.

Kenwood Portal App
Display image files stored in your iPhone or Android on the receiver’s photo frame widget and/or wallpaper.

High Resolution Audio Wireless – The Best Audio Experience
High resolution audio is high quality sound that exceeds CD standard. High resolution audio captures and beautifully expresses all the details of your favorite music. Through ultra-high and low frequencies, immerse yourself in a rich and high-quality listening experience. Selected Kenwood receivers now support high resolution audio wirelessly via LDAC. LDAC is an audio coding technology that enables the transmission of high resolution audio over a Bluetooth connection.

Optimal Sound Performance With 13 Band Graphic EQ And Time Alignment
Use the graphic equalizer to tailor the sound quality to your unique tastes. Additional sound staging is available with the time alignment feature, designed to provide optimal sound performance.

Parametric Equalizer
You can fine-tune advanced sound properties to achieve professional audio sound quality in your vehicle. It allows you to set parameters of Q factor, slope, frequency and gain at 14 points separately (Common: 9 / Front: 2 / Rear: 2 / Subwoofer: 1). With adjustments such as high and low shelving filters, more realistic sound can be delivered.

High Quality Audio Parts Supporting High-Resolution Audio Reproduction
To ensure the best possible sound quality, this receiver uses custom-made and carefully selected parts, such as audio quality power supply capacitors, high quality coupling capacitors. These parts are further optimized through meticulous tuning of the component values and circuit paths.

Playable Full HD Video And FLAC Files
You can play back from USB devices audio and video files compressed in various formats.

Enhanced Vehicle Integration
Compatible with both the Automotive Data Solutions iDatalink Maestro RR and RR2 (sold separately)* for enhanced system vehicle integration. In addition to providing the seamless factory integration experience you have become accustomed to with the RR, these models feature expanded support when connected to the RR2, including an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) widget, customizable accessory controls, and compatibility with specific ESCORT radar detector systems (sold separately). *Available features vary by vehicle.

Around View Monitoring Ready
The optional around view monitoring system KCA-2020AVM consists of four cameras which provides a range of virtual 360 degree viewing angles. The KCA-2020AVM has normal mode, reverse mode and turn signal mode all in 3D view and assists the driver to check obstructions around the vehicle and park more easily. KCA-2020AVM is designed for supporting Kenwood receivers and all functions can be operated from the receivers’ touch screen.

HD Front And Rear Camera Input
The optional CMOS-740HD camera can be connected to the receiver’s front or rear camera input, displaying the image in true 1280 x 720 (720P) high definition on compatible receivers. The camera’s built in high dynamic range technology further helps to overcome the negative effects of dark or bright conditions, making it the safest front or rear camera option available.

Quad Camera Inputs
To enable a smarter driving experience, receivers featuring four camera inputs allow for the utmost in convenience, flexibility, and safety. With four camera inputs, you can connect a rear camera, side (blind spot) cameras, and a Kenwood dashboard camera (DRV-N520 sold separately). Alternatively, four camera inputs can support several other configurations, including the connection of 2 side cameras, a front HD camera, and a rear HD camera (CMOS-740HD sold separately). Camera switching is available using on screen controls, or automatically for side cameras when an optional iDatalink Maestro RR is connected (supported vehicles only).

Dash Cam Link Ready
Full HD video recording is available with a DRV-N520 compact windshield mount camera that can record every event in front of you while you drive. High dynamic range allows flawless recording regardless of extreme bright light or very dark conditions. With a built-in gyro sensor, if an accident occurs it will be saved in a separate portion of memory within the 8GB SD card for viewing. Additional safety and warning features can be activated to avoid frontal collisions or remind you if traffic has moved in front of you.

Design Features
– 6.8″ High definition monitor with capacitive touch panel.
– 200 mm trim plate included, to suit many Japanese cars.
– Wired & Wireless Apple CarPlay™.
– Android Auto™ & Android Auto™ Wireless.
– High resolution audio wireless.
– Wireless mirroring for Android.
– Built-in Bluetooth.
– Quad camera inputs.
– HD front and rear camera ready.
– Three five volt preouts.
– Direct OEM steering remote control.

Electrical Specifications
– Nominal configuration: double DIN mechless receiver
– Picture size: 152.1 mm x 79.5 mm
– Resolution: 1280 x 720 x RGB
– USB connectivity: type-C / version 2.0 / 1.5 A
– D/A converter: 24 Bit / 32 Bit
– Audio decoder: MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / FLAC / DSD / Vorbis
– Video decoder: MPEG1/2, MPEG4 / WMV / H.264 / MKV
– Frequency response: 20 Hz – 88000 Hz
– Total harmonic distortion: 0.01 %
– Signal-to-noise ratio: 98.5 dB
– Continuous power output: 4 x 22 Watts
– Maximum power output: 4 x 50 Watts
– Preout voltage: 5 V
– Speaker impedance range: 4 Ohms – 8 Ohms

Physical Specifications
– Length: 155 mm
– Width: 178 mm
– Height: 100 mm
– Weight: 3.25 kg

Documentation
– App download
– User manual

Important Disclaimers
Given the dynamic nature of electronics industries these days; below are listed some very important specifics you need to be aware of.

Brand Authorization And Stock Sourcing
We are a fully authorised Australian dealer of this brand and all stock is sourced through legitimate channels. It therefore enjoys full Australian warranty, backing and support.

Pricing Structure
Whilst we endeavor to offer the best price possible, we ask that if you do find a better price elsewhere from an authorised dealer; please contact us. Also be aware that we regularly conduct group buys and sales, therefore pricing can sometimes be subject to change without notice.

Stock Structure
Being a dynamic store is conducive to our inventory constantly changing. We list only a small portion of our stable online, usually products most popular. Aside from these we also stock numerous other variants and configurations of these products, hence if you don’t see what you’re after please contact us.

Shipping
All our products are shipped with registered and insured postage. Upon ordering you’ll be issued with a receipt, a consignment note via which you can track your order, and we’ll also SMS you photos of the package for identification purposes.

Technical support
This last one we cannot emphasise enough! Please contact us if you require any further information or assistance with the setup and use of this product, especially pertaining to aspects more technical. As we want you to get the very best from this product.