Kenwood DMX8709S 6.8” Digital Multimedia Receiver w/ Bluetooth and Wireless/Wired Apple CarPlay + Android Auto Ready

Kenwood DMX8709S 6.8” Digital Multimedia Receiver w/ Bluetooth and Wireless/Wired Apple CarPlay + Android Auto Ready

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 services like Pandora and 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.

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 services like Pandora and Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze. KENWOOD Wi-Fi receivers also support Android Auto wirelessly (compatible phone required).

- To use Android Auto on your car display, you’ll need an Android Auto compatible vehicle or aftermarket stereo, an Android phone running Android 6.0 or higher, and the Android Auto app.

True Mirroring via USB, 2-Way Touch Control for Android
Allows you to display and control your Android smartphone on the screen of the receiver.
You can enjoy your favorite apps on a large display and with impressive sound quality. Before starting, just install the free app “Mirroring OA for KENWOOD” on your smartphone and connect it to KENWOOD receiver via a USB cable and Bluetooth.

HDMI Input
Display your smartphone screen or other device via an HDMI cable (and third-party adapter as applicable) on the monitor. KCA-HD200 optional HDMI cable sold separately.

Streaming Music
Listen to popular music applications and music stored on your device with basic audio controls.

Equipped with the Intuitive KENWOOD Music Mix
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.

Features and Benefits:

• 6.8" WVGA Monitor with Capacitive Touch Panel
• Android Auto™ & Android Auto™ Wireless
• Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay™
• USB Mirroring for Android
• 13 Band EQ & Digital Time Alignment
• 3 Camera Inputs
• Short Chassis
• 3 Preouts 4.0V
• Capacitive Touch Panel Clear glass display with swipe functionality that provides superior picture and touch panel control.
• Android USB Mirroring Solution for seamlessly displaying and controlling your smartphone apps on a screen via a USB connection on select Android devices.
• 3 Camera Inputs Optional camera connection method for up to 3 cameras in various configurations.
• Parking Guidelines Parking guidelines (requires installation of compatible backup camera) that enhance the effectiveness of a backup camera.
• Music Mix Up to 5 Bluetooth® devices can be paired to the receiver at the same time. You can enjoy audio streaming just by switching the devices with your friends or family.
• Dual Phone Connection While you are connected through Bluetooth, with a touch of a button you can switch between two phones.
• Graphic EQ / Digital Time Alignment 13-Band equalizer and DTA gives optimal tuning enhancements for listeners.
• Drive EQ Boosts specific frequencies in the audio signal to overcome the negative impact of road noise.
• Variable Color Illumination Bright variable color LEDs can be adjusted to match any color dash lighting.
• Short Chassis With receivers shorter in depth than any of our previous models, installation is made easier in a wider range of cars than ever before.