RAGGDOLL

Nav, bluetooth and entertainment system...anyone have any real world reviews on this model. Or perhaps other suggestions ?

http://www.kenwood.com/usa/car/excel...1hd/index.html

Zeeman28a

Hey Mike. I'm thinking of getting the same head unit. Just no Kenwood (eXcelon) dealers around me. If you decide to go for it, let me know. Maybe we can get a deal on 2.

RedZ4me

Dennis @ Double D in the u.s. audio section seems to be the way to go with the knowledge of stereo's and components. He ships to Canada and when I chatted with him, he was willing to 'tweak' the selling price if you know what I mean to minimize the charges. Although I haven't purchased yet, he knows what fits, what extra's you need i.e. adaptors, cables etc....and offers great package deals

RAGGDOLL

I've received a quote from Custone Audio in Whitby. Seems reasonable, will likely go with them, you in Stan?

Zeeman28a

Can you send me the info Mike. You having them do the install as well?

RAGGDOLL

pm sent...

walleyejack

i bought dnx 690hd excelon from Denis at double d. he knows what one needs and is very helpfull and tje orice was right. did the install myeslf in a few hours.he did all the pre wiring, just plug n play

SICK-VETTE

Mike I went with the Kenwood DNX890HD and I love it

4 KRUSIN

I have a similar system in my f150 and a 7 series Kenwood in the Vette. Of the 2, the 7 series is much better. Larger screen, boots up in 1/2 the time. I always recommend Kenwood because of the Garmin nav, but suggest going to the better unit.

DDP

I got the Kenwood DNX9990HD installed at Dasilva

RAGGDOLL

Can you pm me what u paid?

And I can't figure out the difference between all these models, 6, 7, 8 and now 9 series

Dik

I recently installed the 890 in my Chevy pick up. I bought the Kenwood primarily for the Garmin navigation system. Garmin GPS units are just plain simple to use. The search function is not too bad either. Updating the software and maps is as simple as plugging in a USB stick.

Two items that you should consider are;

The Bluetooth system is not integrated into your factory steering wheel controls. You must answer/hang up your calls using the touch controls in the Kenwood unit. *** You can use the steering wheel volume control to set the volume of the phone conversation.*** Also the unit comes with its own microphone that needs to be installed typically hanging from your head-liner near your mirror. You better determine the exact location for the microphone before hand.

But my main issue is I find the display too bright for night driving. I have tuned it to the dimmest settings but it still bothers me ... a lot.



Dick

Zeeman28a

I like the 690/691 because of the dial. Just my preference when I change the volume. The higher end units have the push buttons for volume, which is ok, I just prefer the dial.

freedomfighter69

I also have the dnx890hd excellent receiver, got it professionally installed at ultra auto sound in etobicoke

Hajie c6

DNX990HD:$1190.00 + Install – $100.00 – Consumer Mail-In Rebate
DNX890HD: $1099.00 + Install – $100.00 – Consumer Mail-In Rebate
DNX690HD:$849.00 + Install – $50.00 – Consumer Mail-In Rebate
Dasilva Motorsports DASILVA MOTORSPORTS NOW AN AUTHORIZED KENWOOD AUDIO DEALER

RAGGDOLL

Any idea on install cost?

Hajie c6

No idea on cost and what else will be needed for install.

Highway Dancer

Can this be modified to used a screen for a back-up camera? i.e. some sort of aux vid. setting?

RAGGDOLL

Thanks. I've seen lots of great prices on the unit itself. But the devil's in the details of what else is needed and installation. I'm looking for an OTD price.

Zeeman28a

The Kenwoods have an optional backup camera.