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Soundstream VR-74H2B DVD receiver

Item # 530VR74H2B

When the big 7" motorized display emerges from Soundstream's VR-74H2B DVD receiver, you'll quickly realize you...

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About the Soundstream VR-74H2B

Dave Delamere

Big screen, skinny chassis

When the big 7" motorized display emerges from Soundstream's VR-74H2B DVD receiver, you'll quickly realize you won't have to squint to find the media you want. Touchscreen controls let you select your favorite music and videos, as well as operate the built-in Bluetooth® or a connected Android™ smartphone or tablet. This Soundstream gives you big-screen multimedia options, all housed in a smaller 2" tall chassis to fit more applications.

Big screen, skinny chassis

When the big 7" motorized display emerges from Soundstream's VR-74H2B DVD receiver, you'll quickly realize you won't have to squint to find the media you want. Touchscreen controls let you select your favorite music and videos, as well as operate the built-in Bluetooth® or a connected Android™ smartphone or tablet. This Soundstream gives you big-screen multimedia options, all housed in a smaller 2" tall chassis to fit more applications.

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MobileLink for your Android

Soundstream's MobileLink X2™ function uses the receiver's rear HDMI and USB inputs to display your phone's screen information on the receiver's big display, providing you an easier way to see your apps at a glance. MobileLink works with select Android phones, and you'll need the MobileLink X2 app (available from the Google Play store) loaded on your Android. You'll also need Soundstream's 5-pin HDM-A2 or 11-pin HDM-A3 cable, depending on your phone.

The convenience of Bluetooth

Bluetooth gives you hands-free calling convenience, plus a wireless connection to the songs stored on your compatible music player. Soundstream built in a sensitive front-panel microphone that's close to you, so callers can hear you loud and clear. If your vehicle's a little noisy, they also included a plug-in external microphone that can be mounted closer to you for even better clarity.

Additional features

You can play your MP3 and WMA music or MP4 video using the VR-74H2B's front USB input, SD card slot, or the DVD/CD player. Once you've picked your music, you can tweak it with the five EQ presets. You can also use the receiver's five preamp outputs to add amps to power your speakers and a subwoofer. Soundstream even included a wireless remote to run the entire show.

Use the VR-74H2B's front auxiliary input to hook up your favorite portable audio player. This receiver includes a video output to send movies to rear video screens, so you can keep the backseat posse happy. You'll appreciate the input for a rear-view camera — helpful for when you're maneuvering your vehicle in tight spaces.

Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our article explaining Bluetooth profiles.

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Product highlights:

    General Features:
    • DVD/CD player with AM/FM tuner
    • built-in MOSFET amplifier (20 watts RMS/52 peak x 4 channels)
    • 7" LED-backlit, motorized touchscreen display
    • fits single-DIN (2" tall) dash openings
    • wireless remote control
    Smartphone Features:
    • MobileLink displays select music, navigation, and other apps from connected Android phones
    • built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming
    Audio/Visual Features:
    • plays CDs, DVDs, and USB memory devices
    • five EQ presets
    • bass, treble, and loudness controls
    Expandability:
    • inputs: front USB port (no iPod/iPhone control), rear HDMI digital A/V input, front auxiliary input, rear-view camera input, rear USB charging port
    • outputs: analog video output, 5-channel preamp outputs (2-volt front, rear, mono subwoofer)
    Other Information:
    • warranty: 1 year
    • MFR # VR-74H2B

    What's in the box:

    • DVD receiver w/ motorized-retractable 7" LCD touchscreen
    • Detachable front-panel
    • Sleeve (installed)
    • Trim-ring
    • Wiring harness
    • Preamp/AV harness
    • Remote control (CR2025 3V battery installed)
    • Microphone (w/ attached 6.5' cord terminated by a right-angle 3.5mm connector)
    • Stylus
    • 4 ISO-screws Backstrap
    • Rear-stud bolt
    • Self-tapping screw
    • Lock-washer
    • Hex-nut
    • 2 Removal tools
    • Carrying pouch
    • Operation Instructions
    • "Mobile Link X2 Function" note
    • "Video File Conversion 101" note
    • Owner's Registration Card

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    More details on the Soundstream VR-74H2B

    Stacey B.

    Features & specs

    Expandability
    AUX Input Mini (front), RCA (rear)
    Audio/video Input HDMI (rear), Mini (front), RCA (rear)
    USB Input Front
    USB Port Power ---
    Backup Camera Input Yes
    Second Camera Input No
    CarPlay No
    Android Auto No
    Siri Control No
    Alexa Voice Control
    Android Control Yes
    Memory Card Slot USB, SD/SDHC
    Bluetooth Compatible Built-in
    Satellite Radio Ready No
    HD Radio No
    Navigation No
    iPod Compatibility
    Full size No
    Nano No
    Touch 5/4
    iPhone 6+/65S/5C/5/4/4S
    General
    RMS Power (CTA-2006) N/A
    RMS Power (Manufacturer) 20 watts
    Peak Output 52 watts
    RMS Power Bandwidth Not givenHz
    Preamp Outputs 5-channel
    Sub Preamp Outputs Yes
    Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs No
    Video Screen Yes
    Navigation App Compatible (iOS)
    Navigation App Compatible (Android)
    Preamp Voltage 2 volts
    Screen Size 7
    Screen Type Basic (Resistive)
    Display Color
    Key Button Color Blue
    EQ Bands None
    Wireless Remote Yes
    Steering Wheel Control Compatible No
    Parts Warranty 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 1 Year
    Tuner
    FM Sensitivity 12 dBf
    European Tuning Yes
    Seek/Scan Seek
    Radio Data System Yes
    File Playback
    Music File Playback MP3, WMA, AAC
    High-res Playback N
    The Soundstream VR-74H2B replaces these items:

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    Touchscreen & Remote Control
    Smartphone Integration
    Disc/SD/USB Playback
    Audio & Tuner Section
    Audio/Video Connections

    Touchscreen & Remote Control

    7" Motorized-Retractable Touchscreen:  The Soundstream VR-74H2B features a motorized-retractable 7" LCD touchscreen display (800x480). This unit's touchscreen controls with interactive video graphics make menu navigation simple and intuitive. The unit has a front-loading disc-slot to make loading your disc easier, so you don't have to open or close the monitor every time you want to load a disc.

    • Angle Adjustment: You can adjust the monitor's angle for better visibility; the display tilts forward and backward to multiple tilt positions.
    • Screen Adjustments: You can adjust the screen's backlight, brightness & contrast for better picture.

    Front-Panel Controls (detachable): In addition to its touchscreen monitor, the VR-74H2B features front-panel push-button controls and a 3-way rotary dial. The unit's front-panel is detachable to deter theft. A soft cloth pouch is supplied to store the detached panel.

    Secondary Display: The Soundstream VR-74H2B also features a secondary front-panel display, so you can listen to audio sources and view clock information without having to open the touchscreen monitor.

    Parking Brake Detection: For safety reasons, you cannot view a video source on the built-in monitor as long as the vehicle is in motion. In order to display video, the pink wire of the included harness must be hardwired into the vehicle's parking brake light circuit, and the vehicle's parking brake must be engaged.

    Remote Control: The Soundstream VR-74H2B includes a 40-button IR remote control for wireless operation of the multimedia unit.

    Smartphone Integration

    MobileLink 8.2: The Soundstream VR-74H2B features a rear-panel HDMI audio/video input and USB charging port (max 0.5A) for connection of select Apple iOS devices (7.0+) and MHL-enabled Samsung smartphones (OS 3.0+). You'll be able to listen to audio from stored music and music apps, watch video from stored movies and movie apps, and view navigation apps on your compatible Apple iOS or MHL-enabled smartphone, using the head unit's HDMI input and USB charging port (known as the "MobileLink" input). The HDMI connection provides the audio/video playback, while the USB connection charges your compatible Apple iOS or Android device (max 0.5A). Even though the VR-74H2BB will mirror the display of your connected device, it will not allow you to operate playback functions of your mobile device; you will still continue to use your Apple iOS or Android device's touchscreen to navigate your smartphone's menu and control audio/video playback. You will need to purchase additional cables for connection based on your type of smartphone device (see below).

    • Apple iOS Connectivity: If you have an Apple iPhone 4/4S or iPod touch (4th gen) with a 30-pin Dock connector, you will need Soundstream's 30-pin to HDMI/USB cable (530HDMI4, sold separately). If you have an Apple iPhone 5/5C/5S or iPod touch (5th gen) with the Lightning connector, you will need Apple's Lightning Digital AV adapter, Lightning-to-USB cable, and a mobile-grade HDMI cable (sold separately).
    • Android Connectivity: Most MHL-enabled Android devices, will require Soundstream's microUSB 5-pin to HDMI/USB cable (530HDMA2, sold separately). If you have a Samsung Galaxy S3/S4/S5 or Note II/III/IV, you will need Soundstream's microUSB 11-pin to HDMI/USB cable (530HDMA3, sold separately).
    Note: Your vehicle's parking brake must be engaged for MobileLink 8.2 to function.

    Mobile Link x2 App: By downloading the Mobile Link x2 app onto your Android smartphone (OS 3.0+) and also connecting to the Soundstream head unit via Bluetooth 3.0, you gain full control over your Android mobile device from the receiver's touchscreen monitor. You also get direct access from the head unit's touchscreen to your Android device's stored music & video library, music apps such as Spotify & Google Music, and navigation apps like Google Maps & Waze. Your vehicle's parking brake must be engaged for the Mobile Link x2 app to function.

    Note: Apple iPhone does not support the Mobile Link x2 App and does not offer control from the head unit; you'll still need to use your iPhone's touchscreen to operate the device.

    Built-in Bluetooth 3.0: The Soundstream VR-74H2B features built-in Bluetooth 3.0 Technology. With built-in Bluetooth, you can wirelessly connect your Bluetooth capable mobile phone to listen to calls through your car's audio system. You can also stream audio from a Bluetooth enabled audio player. Bluetooth 3.0 offers enhanced data rate transfer speeds of 2.1 Mbit/s which provides quick information transfer, increases clarity, and eliminates unwanted distortion during wireless calls and music streaming. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth Profiles - HFP (Hands Free Profile), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), & AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).

    • Hands-free Communication (w/ Integrated + External Mic): The VR-74H2B supports wireless hands-free communication for your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. The VR-74H2B allows you to carry on a phone conversation from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone using the head unit's integrated front-panel microphone (or the included external mic) and your car audio speakers. The VR-74H2B allows you to answer a call from the head unit's touchscreen monitor. You can make a call from the VR-74H2B using the unit's on-screen keypad (0-9).
    • Music Streaming: The Soundstream VR-74H2B also allows you to play back stored music and streamed music from your Bluetooth enabled phone or music player using a Bluetooth connection. You can control (Play/Pause/Skip) the music stored on your Bluetooth audio player from the VR-74H2B. This unit does not display song/artist information from Bluetooth audio devices.

    Note: Before using the unit's Bluetooth functions, you must pair your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone or audio device to the VR-74H2B. Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some mobile devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features when used with the VR-74H2B.

    Disc/SD/USB Playback

    Disc Compatibility: The Soundstream VR-74H2B supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, CD-Audio and CD-R/RW discs. The unit can play back MP3/WMA/AAC music files and MP4/AVI/XVID video files recorded onto a compatible DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW disc.

    SD Card Slot: The Soundstream VR-74H2B is fitted with an SD card slot located behind the unit's detachable front-panel. The SD card slot allows for insertion of a SD or SDHC memory card. The unit supports playback of MP3/WMA/AAC music files, MP4/AVI/XVID video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a compatible SD/SDHC memory card (up to 64GB).

    Front-Panel USB Port: The Soundstream VR-74H2B is also fitted with a front-panel USB (type-A) 2.0 port for connection of a USB mass storage class device, such as a USB thumbdrive. The unit supports playback of MP3/WMA/AAC music files, MP4/XVI/XVID video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a compatible USB MSC device (up to 64GB).

    Note: The unit's USB port is not compatible with direct USB connection of Android or Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad devices. There is also a rear USB port, but it is for charging purposes only.
    Audio & Video Section

    MOSFET Amp The Soundstream VR-74H2B is equipped with a 20W x 4-channel (RMS)/52W x 4-channel (Peak) MOSFET amplifier.

    2V/5Ch Pre-Outs + Sub-Control: The Soundstream VR-74H2B is equipped with five 2.0-volt pre-outs (Front/Rear/mono-Sub). The front and rear channels are fading, while the subwoofer output is non-fading. You can independently adjust the sub pre-out's volume level from -7 to +7, versus the unit's overall volume.

    Equalizer: Five EQ curves are preset into memory, allowing you to recall the best preset EQ curve (User, Pop, Classic, Rock, Jazz, Flat) for different types of music. The User mode allows you to independently adjust the Bass & Treble from -7 to +7. The Loudness function enhances low and high frequencies to make the sound clearer lower volumes.

    Key Beep: The in-dash head unit provides an audible beep to confirm button operation. This function can be turned On or Off.

    AM/FM Tuner: The Soundstream VR-74H2B is equipped with an AM/FM tuner with manual, preset, and seek tuning. The VR-74H2B lets you store up to 18 FM and 12 AM preset stations. These presets can be stored manually or automatically.  The unit's tuner also is equipped with a Seek mode that when used with the Local function, only allows radio stations with a strong local radio signals to be played. If an analog FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive, you can manually switch the tuner to Mono operation.

    • RDS: The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.
    • US/European Tuning: The tuner features selectable North America and European tuning.
    Audio/Video Connections

    Dual AV Inputs: The Soundstream VR-74H2B is equipped with AV input terminals on the front and rear of the unit to enable enjoyment of content from an external connected source. The rear composite video/stereo RCA inputs are ideal for permanent installations, while the front AV minijack (3.5mm) input will come in handy for quick connection of a portable audio/visual source.

    Video Outputs: The multimedia head unit features two rear-panel composite video outputs for integration of a ceiling-mounted or headrest entertainment system in your vehicle.

    Rear-View Camera Input: The Camera Input consists of a Composite video RCA jack for connecting an optional rear-view back-up camera (sold separately). This RCA input enables you to connect a rear-view camera to display the area behind your vehicle. The increased view encourages and facilitates safer driving. When an optional rearview camera is connected to this unit, the rear view image is displayed on the screen when your vehicle is placed in reverse gear (green/white wire of harness must be connected to reverse light wire of vehicle). Automatic video switching takes approximately 2.0 seconds.

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    4 questions already asked

    Q
    How accurate are your claims of a particular car fitment?
    xray222  May 20, 2016
    3 answers
    A
    I purchased this unit for my Camaro last year and it fit perfectly. In addition the hookup wiring and accessories that Crutchfield suggested were right on. I've purchased three stereo head units from Crutchfield and they've been dead on every time. You can trust their suggestions. Having said that you may be able to make something fit that Crutchfield says won't fit. I wanted a din and a half Pioneer unit for my 1995 Camaro and Crutchfield said it wasn't a fit. They were right. It wasn't an exact fit but I was able to trim the plastic dash piece that surrounds my head unit and it worked just fine. So they were right but I was able to make it work.
    wesley glynn  May 20, 2016
    A
    DIN sizes are industry standards and have been for decades. I have never had Crutchfield steer me wrong.
    steven  May 20, 2016
    A
    Ok not quit sure what your are asking me but what I can tell you is that the unit fits perfectly in my 99 jeep gc laredo. I do however have a problem with the unit when it gets too hot the screen blacks out and I have to take the face plate off and restart it. So I love the concept but the design factors should have been tested more.
    virgil  May 20, 2016
    Q
    Can I use the HDMI input for other sources other than just a phone?
    luther  Mar 21, 2016
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    A
    I would think you could hook any HDMI output to the cable providing you can find something that would use the same plug. Not sure how useful that would be unless it were an HDMI DVD unit but your Soundstream can play DVD movies so why use an extra player.
    wesley glynn  May 20, 2016
    A
    Hi Rob. When I spoke to customer service asking if I needed to purchase the HDMI cable they told me that I did not even need it. Phone charges fine on a regular usb plug. What did you purchase the HDMI cable for?
    lori  Mar 21, 2016
    A
    Yes. I have a PS3 connected to mine. It acts like a TV or monitor in the HDMI mode. It should work with anything with an HDMI output.
    steven  Mar 21, 2016
    Q
    The instructions do not say anything about how many phones that can be connected to the unit by Bluetooth. I would like to know how many phones can be connected and if both phones are within sync distance, will it connect to either one if it rings?
    daniel  Nov 24, 2015
    1 answer
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    If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer. You can also post your question in our forums: http://community.crutchfield.com. Or try our online support center: http://crutchfield.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/kw/.
    kristina  Nov 24, 2015 (Staff)

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