Audio Section
Touchscreen Display
Built-in Bluetooth
Disc & USB Playback
iPod/iPhone Integration
AM/FM+Pandora+SiriusXM Radio
AV Connections
Remote Control
Audio Section
Excelon Series: The DDX790 DVD receiver is part of Kenwood's
Excelon series line-up. It incorporates the latest technologies and delivers the
highest sonic performance. From advanced audio tuning capabilities, crossover
and equalizer system, high-voltage preouts (4V), and a two-year warranty -
Kenwood Excelon represents exceptional audio quality with long-lasting
dependability.
24 Bit D/A Converter: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 utilizes
a 24-bit digital to analog converter for superior sound quality.
MOSFET Amplifier: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 is equipped
with a MOSFET amplifier. Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET
amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, and it delivers increased
power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. More
power means louder and cleaner music at higher volumes because you're not
pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. The power output specs for the
DDX790 are as follows:
- Full Bandwidth Power: 22 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4
ohms, 20-20kHz, 1% THD)
- Maximum Output Power: 50 watts x 4 channels
6ch/4V Preamp Outputs: The DDX790 features front, rear and
subwoofer 4.0-volt preamp outputs. The front and rear speaker preamp outputs are
balance and fade adjustable. The subwoofer preamp output is non-fading. The
front, rear, and subwoofer preamp outputs are fixed to the rear chassis of the
head unit.
Front & Rear High-Pass Filter: The DDX790 features an
independent High-Pass Crossover for the front & rear channels when your front &
rear speakers are connected by the unit's speaker-outputs or preamp-outputs. You
can adjust the high-pass crossover from 'Through' (off), 40, 60, 80, 100, 120,
150, 180, or 220 Hz. The
"Through" selection is a full-range setting. This feature is very helpful when
you have smaller-type speakers in the front and larger-type speakers installed
in the rear of the vehicle.
Subwoofer Controls: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 offers the
following subwoofer controls, when you have the unit's subwoofer preamp output
activated.
- Low Pass Filter: The receiver features a built-in Low
Pass Filter control for the preamp-output, when the output is set to
Subwoofer. You can select from 50, 60, 80, Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, or 'Through'
(off).
- Subwoofer Phase: You can adjust the phase of the
subwoofer output between 180-degrees (Reverse) or 0-degrees (Normal).
- Subwoofer Level: Once the Subwoofer preamp output is
activated, you can independently control the subwoofer preamp output level
(-50 to +10) from the DVD receiver.
Speaker Type Setting: This feature tailors the DDX790
according to the type of front speakers in your vehicle. You may select Standard
(for speakers with a general diameter), Narrow (for speakers with a small
diameter), Middle (for speakers with a medium diameter), or Wide (for speakers
with a large diameter).
Preset EQ: Eight EQ curves are preset into memory, allowing
you to recall the best preset EQ curve for different types of music. Each preset
has its own level settings for bass (100Hz), midrange (1kHz), and treble
(12.5kHz). You can choose from the following preset EQ curves - Rock, Pops,
Easy, Top 40, Jazz, Natural, Flat, and User.
EQ Pro: The DDX790 features independent Bass,
Treble, and Midrange control when the Preset EQ is in User mode. EQ Pro allows
you to adjust the following settings for the Bass, Treble and Mid frequency
levels.
|
EQ Pro |
| Center
Frequency |
Q-Factor |
Bass
Extension |
Level |
| Bass |
40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 100, 120, or
150 Hz |
1.00, 1.25, 1.50, or 2.00 |
On/Off |
-8 to +8 |
| Midrange |
0.5k, 1.0k, 1.5k, or 2.0k Hz |
1.00 or 2.00 |
N/A |
| Treble |
10.0k, 12.5k, 15.0k, or 17.5k Hz |
N/A |
N/A |
Note: You can store bass, middle and treble tone settings
for each source (Disc, Tuner, AV, USB, iPod, Bluetooth, and Pandora).
Loudness: This function enhances low and high frequencies to
make the sound clearer lower volumes.
Volume Offset: The level of each source may be independently
adjusted to prevent radical leaps in output volume when switching from one
source to another. The available settings range from -8 to +6.
Dynamic Range: The dynamic range can be adjusted by selecting either
Normal, Wide or Dialog. Dialog makes the total sound volume become larger as
compared with Wide and Normal, allowing you to listen to the movie's dialogue
more clearly. This is effective only on Dolby Digital software.
Key Beep: The in-dash multimedia head unit provides an
audible beep to confirm button operation. This function can be turned On or Off.
Touchscreen Display
Motorized Touchscreen Display: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 features a
motorized 6.95" wide, 16:9 touchscreen display with a TFT active matrix system
and LED backlighting. The screen has a resolution of 800 (H) x 480 (V) x RGB
with 1,152,000 total pixels. This unit has touchscreen controls with interactive
video graphics, making menu navigation easy. The monitor electronically slides
down for loading or ejecting a disc. The bottom of the touchscreen monitor can
be tilted upward at six different positions to provide the best visibility in
your vehicle (you can save any one of these positions to the head unit's memory).
- Aspect Ratio: You can change the aspect ratio for
video playback. You can select from Full (16:9), Just (4:3 LB), or Normal (4:3),
or Auto (automatically selects to match incoming video signal)
- Picture Adjustment: You can adjust the unit's display
brightness, contrast, color, tint, sharpness, and black level to suit your viewing needs
during video playback.
- Custom Background Images: You can download a still image
(800 x 600) for use as
the unit's background from a connected USB thumbdrive.
- Customized Top Menu: You can select and arrange which
sources and icons display on the unit's Top Menu screen for easier, quicker
access.
Multi-Language Display: For your convenience, this unit is
equipped with a multiple language display. You can select the language which is
best suited to your first language - English, French, Spanish, German, Italian,
Dutch, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese (simplified/traditional), Thai, Turkish,
Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, or Greece. For connected external monitors; only English, French,
Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Russian, and Portuguese are available.
Parking Brake Detection: To prevent the display of video
while the vehicle is in motion, the light green wire (attached to rear-chassis) must
be connected to the vehicle's parking brake detection circuit. You cannot view
video unless your vehicle's parking brake is engaged. If you attempt to view
video without the parking brake engaged, the unit's LCD touchscreen will simply
display a blue screen and "Parking Off". While your vehicle is in motion
(parking brake off), you can still view all of the head unit's menu
screens/settings, source information, metadata, and album artwork.
Front-Panel Controls w/ Variable Color Illumination: In
addition to the touchscreen controls, the unit includes frequently used buttons
along the bottom edge of the screen. You can adjust the head unit's button
illumination from the following preset colors - Blue, Purple, Sky Blue, Yellow,
Green, Amber, Red, Pink, White or Scan (Scans through all preset colors). You
can also select a custom "User" color that is adjusted between Red, Green, and
Blue (values range: 0-31). The Kenwood logo remains red,
regardless of variable color illumination setting.
Dimmer: The dimmer function will dim this unit's display and
button illumination automatically
when the vehicle light switch is turned On when you connect orange/white
Illumination wire of this player's harness. You can also manually dim the unit's
display and button illumination.
Security Indicator: The Security Indicator feature helps to
protect the Kenwood Excelon DDX790 against theft. Turning this function "On" allows the
security indicator light (red) on the front-panel of the head unit to flash when your
vehicle's ignition is off.
2-DIN Chassis: The DDX790 has a
2-DIN chassis (also known as Double DIN or size DD), and will fit in many
vehicles with a large dash opening. The unit can be ISO-mounted using factory brackets, or Euro-mounted using the
supplied mounting sleeve. As always, please consult Crutchfield's
Outfit My Car to verify fit with your vehicle.
Built-in Bluetooth
USB Bluetooth Adapter: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 comes supplied
with a USB Bluetooth Adapter (KS-UBT1) which is pre-installed into the head
unit's hidden front-panel USB input, making the DDX790 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
certified. The unit's hidden front-panel USB port is located behind the
detachable touchscreen monitor. The USB Bluetooth Adapter (KS-UBT1) must remain
plugged into this USB port (Bluetooth only). The DDX790 supports Bluetooth
hands-free communication and wireless audio streaming.
Bluetooth Technology: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 is equipped
with built-in Bluetooth (2.1+EDR) allowing you to make and receive phone
calls wirelessly through the receiver; as well as stream music wirelessly from
your smartphone to the head unit. In order to use Bluetooth
wireless technology, your phone must also be Bluetooth compatible and be able to
interpret certain profiles. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth
Profiles:
- Hands-Free Communication: HFP 1.5 (Hands Free Profile),
OPP 1.1 (Object Push Profile), PBAB 1.0 (Phone Book Access Profile).
- Audio Streaming: A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile), AVRCP 1.3 (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).
Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some Bluetooth
enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all
features when used with the Kenwood Excelon DDX790. Visit
Kenwood's Support Site
for a complete list of compatible Bluetooth enabled phones
SPP (Secure Simple Pairing): With Secure Simple Pairing
(SSP), you can easily pair a Bluetooth enabled phone to the Kenwood Excelon DDX790
without having to enter pin codes or go through complicated settings. When a
registered Bluetooth device is in close proximity to the receiver, the auto
connection function automatically pairs the two units. You can register up to
five Bluetooth-enabled devices with the Kenwood head unit (only one paired phone
can be used at a time).
Bluetooth Hands-Free Communication: The head unit supports
Bluetooth hands-free communication for your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. The
touchscreen controls of the DDX790 can be used to dial a number, answer an in-coming
call, or end a call. The unit also includes an external microphone (featuring
adjustable gain), so you can carry on your side of the conversation while
listening to the caller through your vehicles speakers (All or Front only). During a conversation,
you can switch between the Private Mode (talking directly on your cell phone)
and the Hands Free Mode.
- Answering a Call: When a call comes in, a ring-tone
will be heard through your vehicle's speaker and the caller's name or phone
number will be displayed. You can answer the call from the head unit's
touchscreen, or setup the head unit to automatically answer the incoming
call immediately in 5 seconds.
- Dialing a Number: Using the DDX790, you can dial a
phone number in one of the following ways:
- Entering a Phone Number: Allows you to directly
dial a phone number up to 32 digits from the head unit's touchscreen.
- Speed (Preset) Dialing: Allows you to register up
to 6 phone numbers for quick dialing. The preset numbers can be accessed
from the head unit's touchscreen.
- Phone Book: You can dial by using the downloaded
phone book. You can download phone book data from your cell phone to the
DDX790. Up to 5,000 numbers can be stored for each registered cell
phone. Each number can be up to 32 digits long and each name can be up
to 50 characters long. You can search
the phone book in alphabetical order.
- Call History: The Call History is a list of calls
that have originated from and were received by this unit that you can
dial. You can select Outgoing, Incoming, or Missed calls (up to 50 each).
- Voice Dialing: If your mobile phone supports voice
recognition, then you can dial out by voice command. Simply speak into
the included microphone.
Note: This unit allows you to answer a call or dial out
using any option without engaging the parking brake.
External Microphone: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 includes an
external microphone to carry on your side of your phone conversation and voice
command dialing. The external wired microphone offers improved audio quality
versus an integrated microphone, so you can be heard easier over noisy traffic
and road noise. You can adjust the volume level and noise cancellation of the
microphone without affecting the other sources. The external microphone features
an attached 10' cable terminated by a right-angle 3.5mm connector which plugs
into the mic input on the rear-panel of the head unit. The microphone offers an
integrated mounting bracket which can be clipped to your vehicle's sun-visor or
taped to your dash. The external microphone measures 0.525" (diameter) x 1.505"
(depth).
Note: This unit does not offer an integrated
front-panel microphone.
SMS: If your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone is compatible
with SMS (Short Message Service), the Kenwood head unit will notify you when a
message has been received. You must then use your phone to check the message.
You cannot read, edit, or send a message through this unit.
Wireless Audio Streaming (w/ Metadata Display): The Kenwood
DDX790 also supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of a
Bluetooth enabled audio player or smartphone. The DDX790 will be able to
control basic playback functions of your Bluetooth device's stored music; such
as Play/Pause, Skip Next/Previous, Fast Forward/Rewind and Random/Repeat. The
head unit will also display your stored music's song information; such as Artist
name and Song/Album title. The DDX790 also supports audio streaming of music
apps downloaded on your smartphone with metadata display and limited control.
Advanced music control of your music apps will still need be done via your
Bluetooth-enabled smartphone. When an incoming call or outgoing call is in
progress from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone, audio streaming will be
paused so you can take your call. Once the call is finished, your streaming
music will resume.
Siri Digital Assistant Control: When paired and connected
with an iPhone 4S/5 via Bluetooth (not USB), the Kenwood Excelon DDX790 has the ability
to access Siri through its front-panel controls and external microphone. Simply
press-and-hold down on the head unit's "VOICE/TEL" button to engage Siri and use
the included microphone to communicate with Siri. Siri's voice will heard
through your vehicle's speakers. All Siri functions including hands-free
calling, music search, setting reminders, text-messaging, audible navigation,
and more can be done through the DDX790 and its microphone. The head unit's LCD
touchscreen will only display hands-free calling and Bluetooth audio information
(all other functions of Siri are only audible through the Kenwood Excelon DDX790; visual
data will still need to be viewed from your iPhone device).
Note: You can ask Siri to get directions to a destination
and the turn-by-turn instructions will heard through your vehicle's
speakers, while the on-screen map still displays on your iPhone 4S/5. The
head unit's audio is attenuated while Siri provides audible directions.
Disc & USB Playback
Compatible Discs: The touchscreen monitor electronically
slides down for loading and ejecting discs. The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 supports
playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-Audio, CD-Text, CD-R/RW, DTS-CD,
and VCD discs. The unit supports MPEG-1/MPEG-2 video & JPEG files recorded on to
CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs. It also supports playback of MP3, WMA,
AAC, and WAV music files loaded onto a CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, or DVD+R/RW disc.
USB Port: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 features a rear-panel
Full-Speed 2.0 USB type-A port (attached to the unit's rear-chassis by a 38"
cable) for connection and control of a portable USB
mass-storage class (MSC) device; such as your Android smartphone, portable
digital audio player, or USB thumbdrive. The USB port enables playback of MP3,
WMA, AAC, and WAV audio files; as well as JPEG still-picture files stored on a compatible USB memory device.
The DDX790 also supports video playback of MPEG1/MPEG2 video files from a
connected portable USB MSC device. USB portable audio devices that can be
charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the DVD receiver's USB port
(5V/1A), and the vehicle's ignition switch is set to ACC or On.
File Compatibility: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 supports the following types of
audio, video, and photo files recorded onto a disc or loaded onto a USB mass
storage class device.
| Media Type |
Disc (CD-R/RW or DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW) |
USB |
| File System |
ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet,
Romeo, Long File Name |
FAT 16/32 |
| Playable File Types |
Audio |
MP3: bit rate of 8-320kbps w/
sampling rates of 8-48kHz
WMA: bit rate of 5-320kbps w/ sampling rates of 8-48kHz
AAC: bit rate of 16-320kbps w/ sampling rates of 32-48kHz
WAV: bit rate of 16-bit w/ sampling rate of 44.1kHz |
| Video |
MPEG-1: 352x240
to 720x480 or 352x280 to720x576 (4.0Mbps)
MPEG-2: 352x240 to 720x480 or 352x280 to 720x576 (4.0Mbps) |
| Photo |
JPEG: 32x32 to
8192x7680 pixels |
| Maximum # of
Folders/Files |
250 folders/5,000
files (999 files per folder) |
| Tags |
MP3 ID3-tags (ver.
1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4), WMA-tags, AAC-tags, and WAV-tags |
Dolby Digital/DTS: The DDX790 supports playback of Dolby Digital
and DTS 2.0 DVD discs and will convert multi-channel Dolby Digital sources to
2-channel.
Folder/Track List: The Folder/Track List allows you to search folders and
audio/video/picture files stored on a disc.
Playback Screen: During DVD playback, you can control
certain operations simply by touching an area of the screen. The touchscreen has
4 functions areas. You can touch the left of the screen to start the current
chapter over, or the right of the screen to skip to the next chapter. Pressing
the top center of the screen activates the DVD disc menu control buttons, while
pressing the bottom center activates the source control screen.
Zoom: The DDX790 features a 3 level zoom when playing back
video and still images.
Parental Control: Parental Control allows you to restrict
DVD playback according to a predetermined level. You can select a parental
control rating from 0-8, which is protected by a 4-digit password.
Firmware Updates (via USB): The unit's operating system is
updateable via free downloadable software from Kenwood's support site. Firmware
downloads assist in maintaining system performance when using external devices
and emerging technologies. Firmware/software updates can be downloaded onto a
USB thumbdrive from your computer and then inserted into the head unit's USB
port and uploaded. The tested unit contained firmware version G11.03.00. Go to
Kenwood's Support Site for the
latest firmware/software updates.
iPod/iPhone Integration
iPod/iPhone Connectivity: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 supports audio/video playback from select Apple iPods and
iPhones.
- Audio/Video Playback: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790's rear-panel
USB (type-A) port and rear-panel 3.5mm A/V AUX input allow you to connect
select Apple
iPod/iPhones using the Kenwood KCA-IP202 iPod cable (113IP202,
sold separately). The unit's USB port handles the control, metadata display, and
charging of your iPod/iPhone. You can navigate through your music and video files
using the head unit's touchscreen controls and view song and movie info on its
display, while your iPod/iPhone charges. The 3.5mm AV input handles audio and
video transfer from your iPod/iPhone to the Kenwood Excelon DDX790. By using the
Auxiliary input, the music travels to the receiver as an analog signal, so you
can even play the Digital-Rights-Protected files you've stored on your
iPod/iPhone. The unit's rear-panel AV input must be set to "iPod" in
order to playback audio/video from your connected iPod/iPhone. Video can only be displayed while the vehicle is in park.
- Audio Only Playback: If you only want to playback audio from your
iPod or iPhone, you can simply connect it to the DDX790's USB port using
either the USB/iPod dock cable that came with your iPod/iPhone or Kenwood's
iPod Direct Connect Cable (113KCIP102,
sold separately). This 1-wire USB connection bypasses the iPod/iPhone's DAC
and sound quality is maximized through the head unit's 24-bit D/A converter,
allowing for a Signal-to-Noise ratio up to 99dB. The unit's rear-panel AV
input must be set to "AV-IN2" in order to use the 1-wire USB connection. You
will not be able to play Digital-Rights-Protected files.
Note: If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or
iPhone 5; use the Lighting-to-USB cable that came with your Apple device to
connect to the head unit. These Apple devices only support audio playback
(no video output).
iPod Control: You can choose to control your connected iPod/iPhone from
the head unit, from the iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen, or from select
apps streamed to your iPhone.
- Head Unit Control Mode: The Kenwood head unit allows you to navigate
your iPod's music library by Playlist, Artists, Album, Genre, Composer,
Song, Podcast, or Audiobook. Your iPod's video library can be searched by
Video Playlist, Movie, Music Video, TV Show, Video Podcast, Rented Movie, or
iTunesU. You can then search each of these categories using the head unit's
touchscreen slider function. The head unit also supports Repeat (track) &
Random (album) playback functions of your connected iPod/iPhone.
- iPod/App Control Mode: The iPod/App control mode allows
you to control stored audio/video content from your connected iPod/iPhone's
clickwheel or touchscreen. This is very useful for the person riding in your
passenger seat. The iPod/App mode also lets you listen to your favorite
music apps, such as
iHeartRadio,
SiriusXM,
Last.fm,
Rhapsody, &
Slacker streamed to your iPhone (iOS 3.0+) through the Kenwood head
unit and your vehicle's speakers. You can even watch video on the Kenwood
DVD receiver's touchscreen from streaming movie apps, such as
Netflix & YouTube, downloaded on your iPhone 4/4S (iOS
4.0+), via the Kenwood KCA-IP202 iPod cable (sold separately). The App
Mode's video functions can only be accessed when the vehicle is in park and
the hand-brake is fully engaged. Not all apps will be compatible with App
Mode and App Mode will provide only limited (basic), if any, control over
the app. Available controls may include - Play/Pause & Skip Previous/Next.
Note: Access to your iPhone's downloaded applications
will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for
purposes of allowing your iPhone to connect to the Internet.
iPod/iPhone Display: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 will display your
iPod/iPhone's music file information when you are controlling your iPod or
iPhone from the Kenwood multimedia head unit. The head unit will display Track
number, Elapsed playing time, Artist name, Song title, and Album label. The unit
will also display Album Art. If you choose to operate your connected iPod/iPhone
in iPod/App Control Mode, the DDX790 will not display your
iPod/iPhone's music information (the head unit will instead display 'iPhone App
and iPod Control Mode + Parking Off').
iPod Charging: The head unit's USB connection provides 1A of
current to power and charge your connected iPod/iPhone when your vehicle's
ignition switch is set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position. This unit does not charge
the iPad. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge,
then the unit will not recognize it.
Garmin App: In addition, the optional KCA-IP202 iPod cable
allows you to view navigation maps and get audible/visual
directions on the DDX790's touchscreen, when the
Garmin StreetPilot Onboard
USA app ($49.99), and the Vehicle Display Integration in-app option
($49.99) are both downloaded to your
connected iPhone or iPad (iOS 5.1+). The Garmin StreetPilot Onboard USA app
contains NAVTEQ map data for the United States (lower 49 states); with over a
million POIs, turn-by turn directions, lane assist with junction view, traffic
updates, and speed limit alerts. Because the map data is downloaded onto
your iPhone and does not live on the network, wireless coverage is not required
to navigate. Once you have selected your destination on your connected iPhone,
your map route will be visible on the DDX790's touchscreen (even with parking
brake disengaged) and turn-by-turn directions can be heard through your car
stereo speakers. You will continue to use your iPhone's touchscreen to control
the Garmin StreetPilot USA app. The screen of your iPhone and the screen of the Kenwood DDX790
may not be identical.
Note: A Garmin StreetPilot Onboard app with North
American maps (US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, USVI, and more) is also available for $59.99.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 is "Made
for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model
features (as of
2/6/2013):
|
iPod/iPhone |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Specific Apps |
Bluetooth |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video |
Head Unit |
iPod/App |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
Album Art |
Pandora App |
Garmin App |
Phone |
Audio |
Siri |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
3GS |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
4 |
6.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
4S |
6.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
5* |
6.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
4th |
6.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
5th* |
6.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
6th |
1.2 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
7th* |
1.02 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
iPad |
1 |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
|
2 |
6.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
|
3 |
6.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
|
4* |
6.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
mini* |
6.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Note:
- *If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone
5; use the Lighting-to-USB cable that came with your Apple device to
connect to the head unit. These Apple devices only support audio
playback (no video output).
- Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results.
If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the head
unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work,
you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.
AM/FM+Pandora+SiriusXM Radio
RDS AM/FM Tuner: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 features a built-in AM/FM
tuner. The unit's tuner features RDS
(Radio Data System). RDS is a service used by some radio stations to transmit
data outside of normal radio broadcast signals. When an RDS station is received,
you can immediately find out what kind of data is being transmitted by looking
at the program service name which appears in the display after the frequency.
RDS features an emergency transmission function which interrupts regular
programming to broadcast an emergency announcement (such as a tornado or severe
storm). There is also a switchable Traffic Information function, which will
automatically tune a traffic bulletin when it is broadcast, even when you're not
listening to the radio.
- Seek Modes: You can choose one of three tuning modes: Auto 1 (seek tuning), Auto 2
(cycles through and tunes the selected band's preset stations only with each
button press), or Manual.
- Presets: Not only does the multimedia receiver's tuner allow you manually enter
your desired presets you can choose to have the unit automatically put stations
with good reception in the memory banks automatically; this is a handy feature
when traveling. You can store up to 18 FM stations and 6 AM stations as presets.
- Mono Mode: This feature reduces the noise (static) when a
stereo broadcast is received as monaural (for FM band only).
Pandora Internet Radio: Pandora is the leading Internet
Radio music service in the United States, giving people music they love anytime,
anywhere, through personalized radio stations. The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 DVD receiver lets you playback and control the Pandora Internet Radio music service
that is being streamed to your Apple iPhone, Android smartphone, or Blackberry
device. Your iPhone, Android, or Blackberry smartphone will need an active Data
Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, or WiFi. In addition,
you will need an active
Pandora
music service account.
- Connection Type: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 provides
Pandora App access via a USB-connected iPhone or Bluetooth-enabled
Android/Blackberry smartphone.
- Pandora App for iPhone: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790
provides complete access to your Pandora account using your iPhone, via
the head unit's rear-panel USB port. To access Pandora you must have an
Apple iPhone (iOS3 or later) with the latest version of the
Pandora
App from Apple's iTunes App Store.
- Pandora App for Android/Blackberry: The Kenwood
DDX790 lets you playback and control Pandora Internet Radio streamed
from your Android or Blackberry smartphone, via Bluetooth (no hard-wired
connection required). To access Pandora from the Kenwood head unit, your
Bluetooth-enabled Android or Blackberry smartphone must have the latest
version of the Pandora App from the
Google Play App Store or
BlackBerry App World. Your Android or Blackberry smartphone must
support A2DP, AVRCP, and SPP Bluetooth profiles.
- Station Control: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 will provide
control over the Pandora music service streamed to your USB-connected iPhone
or Bluetooth-enabled Android/Blackberry smartphone.
- Station/Genre List: You can select Pandora stations
from your Station List by date or alphabetically (A-Z). You can also
select from Pandora's Genre Stations.
- Create New Station: New stations can be created
based on the current songs or artists playing on Pandora.
- Skip Songs: You can skip song tracks within a
station. You cannot skip back to a previous song. Pandora limits the
number of skips allowed.
- Thumbs Up/Down: You can give songs a thumbs up or
thumbs down to help Pandora personalize stations to suit your
preferences.
- Bookmarking: The song or artist currently being
played can be bookmarked & stored in your Pandora account.
- Information Display: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 will
display Artist, Album, & Song information provided by the Pandora app on
your iPhone or Android/Blackberry smartphone.
Note: Access to the Pandora service will depend on the
availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your
iPhone or Android/Blackberry smartphone to connect to the Internet. Pandora
is not supported in Canada and only available in the United States.
SiriusXM Ready: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 comes ready for SiriusXM
programming with access to XM and Sirius Satellite Radio stations. Thanks to its
proprietary SiriusXM Connect port, you can add the optional
SXV200V1 SiriusXM Connect tuner and receive more than 150 channels of
exclusive programming directly from SiriusXM, via the "SiriusXM
All Access" package (subscription required). Visit
SiriusXM.com
for a complete list of subscription options and channel guide. Additional features
of the SXV200 SiriusXM Connect tuner include:
- Channel list displays a list of all available channels
- Category Search searches for channels in a certain category
- Displayed Information such as Channel Name, Artist Name, & Song Title
can be viewed on the head unit's LCD
- Up to 24 SiriusXM Satellite Radio station presets
- Supports the SiriusXM Instant Replay function, so you can pause, rewind,
and replay up to 30 minutes of live content
- Channels containing unsuitable content for children can be blocked
Note: A separate SiriusXM Satellite Radio
subscription is required (operates on the XM Network). However, you can
easily add this SiriusXM tuner to an existing Sirius or XM account for a
Multi-Radio Discount Plan.
AV Connection
Dual A/V Inputs: The Kenwood Excelon DDX790 DVD receiver is fitted
with two audio/video inputs. The unit features a rear-panel 3.5mm audio/video
input for connecting an external game console or portable MP3 player. This input
also serves as the A/V input for your USB-connected iPod (using proprietary
Kenwood cable). The head unit also features a composite video/stereo audio RCA
input on the rear-panel for connecting an external A/V source, such as a Blu-ray
player or mobile ATSC tuner.
Camera Input: The unit features a composite video input for
connecting an optional rear view camera, such as the Kenwood CMOS-210 (113CMOS210,
sold separately). The video from this connection can be set to display when
switched to this input, or display the rear view camera video automatically when
the vehicle is shifted into Reverse gear. The purple/white wire (attached to the
rear chassis) must be connected to the vehicle's reverse lamp circuit for
automatic video switching. Automatic video switching takes approximately 1.5
seconds. Audio from your music source will continue
playing, while the back-up camera is displayed.
A/V Output: The unit features a composite
video jack and 3.5mm audio jack to output A/V signals to an optional monitor and
headphone system in the rear of your vehicle. You can select
between a 16:9, 4:3 LB, or 4:3 PS Aspect Ratio for the unit's video output to
match your connected monitor. The audio/video source which you can output to a
separate monitor and headphone system depends on the current source that is being
played back on the Kenwood DVD receiver.
| DVD
Receiver Source |
A/V Output Source |
| DVD |
DVD, AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Off |
|
Tuner/SiriusXM (optional tuner required) |
DVD, USB, iPod, AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Off |
| USB |
USB, AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Off |
|
iPod |
iPod, AV-IN1, or Off |
| Pandora |
AV-IN1, or Off |
| Bluetooth
Audio |
DVD, USB, iPod, AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Off |
|
AV-IN1/AV-IN2 |
DVD, USB, iPod, AV-IN1, AV-IN2, or Off |
Note: The volume of the A/V output will be controlled by
your rear entertainment system.
Remote Control
Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The head unit features
an OEM steering wheel remote control input wire (blue/yellow) within the
included wiring harness that lets you keep your vehicle's factory radio steering
wheel remote controls when used with an optional
steering wheel audio control adapter (sold separately). Please consult
Crutchfield's
Outfit My Car to see if your vehicle is compatible.
Optional Remote Control: The
optional Kenwood KNA-RCDV331 IR wireless remote control (113RCDV331,
sold separately) unit is designed to operate this Kenwood multimedia head unit.
The wireless remote controller operates off of two supplied "AAA"
batteries. The remote operates off of IR transmission so the KNA-RCDV331 must be
pointed at the front-panel of the Kenwood head unit within direct
line of sight.
