kenwood Excelon Reference DMX957XR
6.8” Digital Multimedia Receiver with Bluetooth & HD Radio
$900.00
6.8" High Definition Monitor with Capacitive Touch Panel
Android Auto™ & Android Auto™ Wireless
Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay™
High-Resolution Audio Wireless
Wireless Mirroring for Android
USB Mirroring for iPhone and Android
4 Camera Inputs / HD Rear Camera Ready
Built-in Bluetooth, HD Radio & WiFi
3 Preouts 5V
Smartphone Connectivity
Safe, Smart and Comprehensive Control with Apple CarPlay
CarPlay is the smarter and safer in-vehicle interface to operate your iPhone, and the experience is taken to another level when featured in a KENWOOD multimedia receiver. Simply talk to Siri, or touch the receiver’s display and get directions from Apple Maps, make phone calls, listen to voicemail, send and receive texts, and listen to music all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road.
Android Auto for Easy Connectivity
Android Auto was designed with safety in mind, helping you to minimize distractions and stay focused on the road. And now you can connect wirelessly, so you can enjoy all of your smartphone’s features without the fuss of any cables. KENWOOD’s multimedia receivers combine Android Auto’s intuitive voice controlled interface, a large touch screen and superior sound quality. Making it the perfect complement for your in-car life.
*Android Auto may not be available on all devices and may not be available in all countries or regions. For details about Android Auto, visit https://www.android.com/auto/ and https://support.google.com/androidauto.
Pandora/Spotify Ready so You Can Stream Your Favorite Songs from Your Smartphone
Ability to control Pandora and Spotify from your iPhone via USB/Bluetooth or from your Android via Bluetooth to enjoy millions of songs you like.
Wireless Mirroring for Android
Solution for seamlessly displaying and controlling your smartphone apps on a screen without cables on select Android devices.
True Mirroring via USB for iPhone & Android, 2-Way Touch Control for Android
True Mirroring allows you to display and control your smartphone on the receiver screen via USB. You can enjoy your favorite apps on a large display with impressive sound quality. Before starting True Mirroring, just install the free app “Mirroring for KENWOOD” on your smartphone and connect it to the receiver via Bluetooth as well as a USB cable.
USB Mirroring with iPhone has the following restrictions:
1) During USB mirroring on iOS device, when a call is received, USB mirroring disconnects and needs to be manually reconnected.
2) USB Mirroring is not compatible with the original Music application on the iPhone.
3) USB Mirroring is disconnected when the iPhone goes to the sleep mode.
4) Some apps may have additional restrictions.
Control the Receiver from Your Smartphone with the KENWOOD Remote App S
A smartphone application can control most basic functions of the receiver over the Bluetooth connection of the paired phone (iPhone or Android).
High Quality Audio Parts Supporting High-Resolution Audio Reproduction
To ensure the best possible sound quality, the receivers use custom-made and carefully selected parts,such as audio quality power supply capacitors, high quality coupling capacitors and cross-shaped panel structures*. These parts are further optimized through meticulous tuning of the component values and circuit paths.
Convenient and Easy-to-Use Capacitive Touch Panel
Provides a high contrast ratio, crystal clear display and vivid text. Easy to use widgets provide access to information screens with a swipe.
The Best Audio Experience
Rich and Immersive High-Resolution Audio
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 sonic experience.
Playable in Various Audio
File Formats
Compatible with a broad range of audio file formats from high-resolution audio sources such as FLAC and WAV, to MP3, WMA and AAC. Also plays DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format les with a broader reproduction frequency band for life-like high-resolution sound reproduction. DSD playback up to 11.2 MHz ensures the very highest sound quality, with both the outstanding clarity of digital sound, coupled with the characteristic smoothness of analog sound sources.
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.
Monitor the Front and Back
Thanks to Dual Camera Input
Two Camera inputs for Front and Rear cameras. Parking guide lines appear on any standard backup camera image, making parking safer and easier.
DASHBOARD CAMERA Ready
Full HD video recording is available in a compact windshield mount that can record every event in front of you while you drive. High Dynamic Range (HDR) 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.
Enjoy the Many Infotainment Features Available on the iDatalink Maestro RR
When an Automotive Data Solutions iDatalink Maestro RR is connected to a compatible KENWOOD receiver, it provides a seamless interface with factory infotainment features such as Satellite Radio, USB Media Player, Bluetooth hands-free and music streaming. Vehicle information such as HVAC, performance information, and TPMS can also be displayed.
4 Camera Inputs
To enable a smarter driving experience, receivers featuring 4 camera inputs allow for the utmost in convenience, flexibility, and safety. With 4 camera inputs, you can connect a front camera, a KENWOOD dashboard camera (DRV-N520 sold separately), and rear and side (blind spot) cameras. Alternatively, 4 camera inputs can support several other configurations, including the connection of 2 side cameras, a front camera, and a reverse camera. Camera switching is available using on screen controls, or automatically for side cameras when an optional iDatalink Maestro RR is connected (supported vehicles only).
HD Rear Camera Input
The optional CMOS-740HD camera can be connected to the receiver’s 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 rear camera option available.
WVGA Camera
HD Camera
High Definition Display
HD display delivers vivid colors with high-contrast and sharpness. Featuring an all-new electrostatic capacitive touch panel and HD LCD panel, with a high luminance white LED backlight.
Equipped with Dual USB Ports
Play your music from one USB port and use the other to charge your device, or charge both at the same time.
SiriusXM Radio Ready
Access additional music, sports and entertainment content on the go with SiriusXM Radio.
(Optional SiriusXM tuner required, sold separately)
Built-in HD Radio Tuner
HD Radio has the best selection of local radio with amazing features and no monthly fees. HD Radio provides CD sound quality from digital FM stations and FM sound quality from digital AM stations. You can even access additional HD multicasting stations that are not available on traditional analog radio.