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Why replace your factory radio?

Two good reasons - sound quality and cool features. A new car stereo offers power that's superior to most factory radios, along with more sophisticated tone controls. And most car stereos offer built-in or optional features that add safety and fun to life in your car, including inputs for your iPod or MP3 player, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free cell phone calls, satellite radio or HD Radio reception, and connections for building an audio system in your car.

Our take on the Dual XDMA6540

by Ken Nail

Want some splash in your dash? Install Dual's XDMA6540 CD receiver and choose from 31 preset display colors — or even create your own custom color. Whether you're in the mood for fiery red, cool green, or icy blue, you'll find a color to match. And you can even set a different color to come on automatically for day or night driving.

Includes an iPod® mount and plenty of connectivity
You'll appreciate the built-in controls for your iPod or iPhone®, and Dual's even included a cradle that holds your player right next to the receiver while you drive. For your other mobile music needs, Dual equips the XDMA6540 with a handy front-panel USB input, an SD™ card slot, plus front and rear auxiliary inputs. And they didn't forget discs — you can play CDs loaded with MP3 and WMA files, as well as your store-bought CDs.

Built-in Bluetooth
Thanks to built-in Bluetooth® capabilities, you'll be able to talk hands-free while you drive, or stream music to the receiver from a Bluetooth equipped mobile device.

Excellent for building a system
If you need more power, you can use the three sets of preamp outputs for external amps or a powered sub, while the receiver's sub level control lets you crank the bass up with the twist of a knob. Seven preset EQ settings and separate bass and treble controls cover your sound shaping needs.

Highlights:

    General features:
    • CD receiver with AM/FM tuner
    • built-in amplifier (18 watts RMS CEA-2006/60 peak x 4 channels)
    • plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs including discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files
    • built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
    • detachable face with multi-line variable-color LCD display
    • wireless remote control
    Audio features:
    • 2-band EQ with 7 preset EQ settings
    • subwoofer level control
    Expandability:
    • built-in iPod/iPhone control — device mount included
    • compatible with Dual HD Radio tuner, satellite radio
    • inputs: front USB input, SD card slot, front and rear auxiliary inputs
    • outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (2-volt front, rear, subwoofer)
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      Features and Specs

      Features and Specs
      General
      CEA-2006 Compliant
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      Yes
      RMS Power Output
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      18 watts
      Peak Output
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      60 watts
      RMS Power Bandwidth
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      20-20kHz
      Preamp Outputs
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      6-channel
      Sub Preamp Outputs
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      Yes
      Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs
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      No
      Preamp Voltage
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      2 volts
      Display Color
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      Variable
      Key Button Color
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      Variable
      EQ Bands
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      None
      Wireless Remote
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      Yes
      Steering Wheel Control Compatible
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      Adapter required
      Parts Warranty
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      1 Year
      Labor Warranty
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      1 Year
      Expandability
      AUX Input
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      Front/Rear
      USB Input
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      Front
      Memory Card Slot
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      USB/SD-card
      Bluetooth Compatible
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      Built-in
      Satellite Radio Ready
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      SiriusXM
      HD Radio
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      Optional
      Navigation
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      No
      iPod Compatibility
      Full size
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      Classic/5Gen
      Nano
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      Nano6/Nano5/Nano4/Nano3/Nano2/
      Touch
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      Touch4/Touch3/Touch2/Touch1
      Mini
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      iPhone
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      Phone4S/Phone4/Phone3GS/Phone3
      Tuner
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      8.5 dBf
      European Tuning
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      Seek/Scan
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      Seek/Scan
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      • AM/FM/CD receiver (with a 10-amp fuse inserted into the chassis)
      • Sleeve (installed)
      • Face (inside hard plastic face case)
      • 2 Trim rings
      • Wiring harness
      • XDM6540 IR wireless remote control
      • CR2032 Lithium battery
      • Microphone with visor-clip (attached 9.75' cable terminated by a 3.5mm connector)
      • iPod/iPhone cradle
      • Cradle mounting bracket
      • Mounting post
      • Mounting nut
      • Small wrench
      • 2 Radio removal tools
      • 4 Pan-head screws
      • 4 Counter-sunk screws
      • Rear-support bolt
      • Star washer
      • Hex nut
      • 2 Face-fixing screws
      • Installation/Owner's Manual
      • "Portable Device Mounting Installation" sheet
      • "Attention" note (attached to chassis)

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      Disc Playback
      USB/SD-Card Support
      iPod/Aux Connection
      Radio Functions
      Bluetooth/Remote Control
      Audio Section
      Display Features

      Disc Playback

      CD Compatibility: The Dual XDMA6540 head unit supports CD-Audio, CD-Text, CD-R, & CD-RW disc playback.

      MP3/WMA Compatible: The head unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW discs.

      Compatible Files MP3, WMA
      Recording Format ISO9660 level 1/level 2, Yellow book Mode1/Mode 2, Multi-session
      Sampling Frequency MP3: 8-48khz, WMA: 32-48kHz
      Bit Rate MP3: 32-320kbps, WMA: 32-192kbps
      ID3 Tag Support MP3 Tags: version 1.0-2.4, WMA Tags
      Character Support Song/Artist/Album Names: 30 characters, File/Folder Names: 32 characters
      File Folder Limit Maximum Files: 999, Maximum Folders: 255, Maximum Folder Levels: 8

      File/Folder Search: This search function allows navigation through compressed music files' folders to find a specific file or for playback.

      Playback Features: The XDMA6540 offers playback features such as Repeat, Random & Intro scan.

      • Repeat: You can repeat a single track, a specific folder, or an entire disc.
      • Random: You can shuffle the playback order of all your songs or only the songs in a specific folder.
      • Intro Scan: You can scan the first 10 seconds of each track or the first 10 seconds of each track in a folder.

      Off Insert/Eject: A CD disc can be inserted or ejected with the power off. When a disc is inserted with the power off, the unit will automatically power up & begin playback.

      Auto Reload: When a CD is ejected and left sticking out of the CD slot for approximately 15 seconds, the unit automatically reloads the CD to protect it from damage.

      USB/SD-Card Support

      USB Port: The Dual XDMA6540 is equipped with a front-panel USB (type-A) port for playback of MP3/WMA files stored on a USB mass storage device.  The unit's USB port will also charge your USB device during connection.

      SD-Card Slot: The Dual XDMA6540 is equipped with hidden SD-card slot (behind detachable face-plate) for playback of MP3/WMA files stored on a SD/SDHC memory card (up to 16GB). The XDMA6540 offers the following playback features for MP3/WMA SD-card files - File/Folder Search, Fast Forward/Reverse, Repeat/Random, & Intro Scan.

      Playback Controls: The XDMA6540 offers the following playback features for MP3/WMA files stored on your USB (MSC) device or SD memory card.

      • File/Folder Search: This search function allows navigation through compressed music files' folders to find a specific file or for playback.
      • Repeat: You can repeat a single track or specific folder.
      • Random: You can shuffle the playback order of all your songs or only the songs in a specific folder.
      • Intro Scan: You can scan the first 10 seconds of each track or the first 10 seconds of each track in a folder.

      MP3/WMA Compatibility Chart: The MP3/WMA files stored on your USB mass storage device and SD/SDHC memory must meet the following requirements for proper playback on the XDMA6540.

      File System FAT/FAT32
      Compatible Files MP3, WMA
      Recording Format ISO9660 level 1/level 2, Yellow book Mode1/Mode 2, Multi-session
      Sampling Frequency MP3: 8-48khz, WMA: 32-48kHz
      Bit Rate MP3: 32-320kbps, WMA: 32-192kbps
      ID3 Tag Support MP3 Tags: version 1.0-2.4, WMA Tags
      Character Support Song/Artist/Album Names: 30 characters, File/Folder Names: 32 characters
      File Folder Limit Maximum Files: 50,000
      Maximum Folders: 255
      Maximum Folder Levels: 8

      iPod/Aux Connection

      iPod/iPhone Direct: The Dual XDMA6540 features a direct USB control system for your iPod or iPhone. To play music from your iPod/iPhone device, connect the USB/Dock cable (included with your iPod/iPhone) to the XDMA6540's front-panel USB port. Playback will begin automatically. You can control your iPod/iPhone from the head unit, or your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. You can search your iPod/iPhone's music from the XDMA6540 by Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Genre, Audiobook, or Podcast. The head unit also supports Fast Forward/Reverse, Repeat/Random, & Intro playback functions for your iPod/iPhone. The Dual XDMA6540 will display song, artist, & album information; as well as charge your connected iPod/iPhone.

      iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Dual XDMA6540 is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 1/11/2012):

      iPod/iPhone Model Generation Tested Version Media Type Control Type Display Type Charge
      Audio Video Head Unit iPod/iPhone Song/Artist Text Track Info
      dock connector 3rd N/A N N N N N N N
      clickwheel
      color
      4th N/A N N N N N N N
      mini 1st N/A N N N N N N N
      2nd N/A N N N N N N N
      video 5th 1.3 Y N Y N Y Y Y
      classic 80GB 1.1.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      120GB 2.0.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      160GB 2.0.4 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      nano 1st 1.3.1 Y N Y N Y Y Y
      2nd 1.1.3 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      3rd 1.1.3 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      4th 1.0.4 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      5th 1.0.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      6th 1.1 PC Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      touch 1st 2.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      2nd 4.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      3rd 4.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      4th 5.0.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      iPhone 2G 3.1.3 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      3 4.2.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      3GS 4.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      4 5.0.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      4S 5.0.1 Y N Y Y Y Y Y
      iPad 1 5.0.1 N N N N N N N
      2 5.0.1 N N N N N N N

      Note: 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.

      iPod/iPhone Cradle: The Dual XDMA6540 includes an iPod/iPhone cradle which provides a place to secure your iPod or iPhone next to the Dual head unit. The cradle will attach to the XDMA6540 when ISO-mounting or DIN-mounting the head unit in your dash.

      Dual Auxiliary Inputs: The Dual XDMA6540 is equipped with a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input & a rear-panel stereo RCA auxiliary input.

      • Stereo Minijack (3.5mm) Input: The XDMA6540 features a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input for temporary connecting an external portable audio device, such as a portable MP3 player.
      • Stereo RCA Input: The XDMA6540 is fitted with a rear-panel stereo RCA auxiliary input for permanent connection of an external audio source.

      Radio Functions

      AM/FM Tuner: The Dual XDMA6540 features a built-in AM/FM tuner with manual, seek, scan, & preset tuning.

      Preset Tuning: The built-in AM/FM tuner allows you to store up to 18 FM station presets and 12 AM station presets. You can tune your presets manually or have the head unit do it automatically.

      Scan Tuning: Press the Scan button on the included remote control to preview strong stations on the current band, pausing for five seconds at each. Press Scan again to select station or cancel the function.

      Local: The Local function allows only strong radio stations to be received, blocking stations with weaker signals.

      European Tuning: You can switch the tuner between USA or European tuning.

      HD Radio Ready (with iTunes Tagging): HD Radio operation requires connection of the Dual HDM90 HD Radio tuner (070HDM90, sold separately). With HD Radio you will be able to receive digital AM/FM broadcasts from local stations where available. This new technology will significantly improve audio quality and reception, as well as include information such as artist name and song titles or traffic news, viewable on the receiver's display. The Dual HDM90 HD Radio tuner is also capable of iTunes tagging. iTunes tagging gives you the ability to tag a song (up to 64) and stores it to a connected iPod. The next time your iPod is connected to iTunes, the tagged songs are displayed with the option to purchase them from the iTunes Store.

      Note: This function can be operated with the following iPod/iPhone models - iPod nano (3rd/4th/5th/6th gen), iPod classic (80/120/160GB), iPod touch (1st/2nd/3rd/4th gen), & iPhone (2G/3G/3GS/4).

      SiriusXM Ready: The Dual XDMA6540 comes ready for SiriusXM programming with access to XM & 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 & 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
      • Direct Channel input allows you to directly enter a station number using the remote control
      • Information such as Channel Name, Artist Name, and Song Title can be viewed on the head unit's display
      • Up to 18 SiriusXM Satellite Radio station presets
      • iTunes Tagging for your connected iPod or iPhone

      Note: A separate SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription is required (operates on the XM Network). If you already have a Sirius Satellite Radio subscription, this radio cannot be added as a discounted second unit. If you have an existing XM Satellite Radio subscription, you can add this unit as a discounted second unit.

      Bluetooth/Remote Control

      Built-in Bluetooth: Bluetooth hands-free communication is built into the Dual XDMA6540, making it easy to integrate a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone (up to 10). Bluetooth is a two-way wireless communication system allowing you to make & receive cell phone calls, or stream digital audio from your Bluetooth enabled phone on the XDMA6540 CD receiver.

      • Hands-free Communications (HFP): The built-in Bluetooth hands-free feature allows you to talk on your cell phone through the XDMA6540 without the need of holding it in your hand, which helps avoid any traffic violations by keeping your focused on the road. Incoming calls will be automatically appear on the display and a ring tone will heard through your car speakers. You can answer a call from the head unit or have the head unit automatically answer any incoming calls. You can dial a number from the head unit or the included remote control. In addition, you can view a list of the 10 most recent phone calls dialed, received, or missed. The XDMA6540 even supports call waiting. An external microphone is included for better audio performance (no integrated front-panel mic).
      • Audio Streaming (A2DP/AVRCP): The built-in Bluetooth audio streaming feature allows you to stream digital audio from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone to the XDMA6540 & control the playback of the audio through the head unit.

      Note: 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 XDMA6540.

      Wireless Remote Control: The XDMA6540 comes supplied with a 21-button IR wireless remote control which provides complete control of the Dual CD Receiver.

      Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The head unit features an OEM steering wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit to allow you to keep your vehicle's radio steering wheel remote controls when used with the optional PAC SWI-RC Steering Wheel Control Interface Adapter (541SWIRC, sold separately); or the optional Metra ASWC Steering Wheel Control Interface Adapter (120ASWC, sold separately).

      Note: Please consult the Crutchfield Car Selector to see if your vehicle is compatible.

      Audio Section

      MOSFET Amplifier: The Dual XDMA6540 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.

      CEA2006 Compliant: The power specifications for the XDMA6540 are compliant with the CEA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs from model to model and between manufacturers. The power output specs for the XDMA6540 are as follows:

      • CEA2006 Specs: 18 watts RMS x 4 channels (at 4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
      • Maximum Power Output: 60 watts x 4 channels (240 watts total)

      Preset EQ Curves: The Dual CD Receiver features the following preset EQ curves (Flat, Pop, Jazz, Classic, Beat, Rock, & User) to customize your music listening.

      Bass &Treble: The Bass & Treble can be independently adjusted from -6 to +6. Bass & Treble settings are retained for each mode individually. Any adjustments to the Bass or Treble settings automatically cancel the current EQ curve.

      Loudness: The Loudness function enhances the bass & treble frequencies at low volumes. The Loudness can be set to 1, 2, 3, or Off.

      2V/6Ch Preamp Outputs: The Dual XDMA6540 is equipped with three pair of 2-Volt preamp outputs (Front/Rear/Subwoofer). The front & rear speakers are fading, while the subwoofer output is non-fading. The subwoofer preamp output's level can be adjusted independently from 0-12. Adjusting the subwoofer level to 0 turns the subwoofer output off.

      Source Volume Level: The Source Volume Level control allows a gain adjustment for each audio source (Tuner, CD, Aux and USB). You can set the source volume level (+/-6dB) for each mode, depending on the relative volume of each audio source.

      Program Volume: You can se the XDMA6540 to power-on to the same volume level (1-46) every time.

      Key Beep: When this function is enabled, every button press will output a beep tone.

      Display Features

      Detachable Face: The Dual CD Receiver features a detachable faceplate and comes supplied with a hard-plastic carrying case to store the receiver's face when detached. The head unit includes two face-fixing screws for use if you prefer that the unit's faceplate always stays attached.

      Note: An optional soft face case (142DFC1X, sold separately) can also be purchased for this unit.

      Variable Illumination: The XDMA6540 features variable color illumination for its LCD screen and buttons. You can adjust the button & LCD illumination between 31 preset colors, or customize your own color by adjusting Red, Green, & Blue levels (0-16). You can even have it scroll through all preset and customized colors. In addition, you can set a different color more for day & night driving.

      Display Settings: The head unit offers the following display settings.

      • Scrolling: You can change the scrolling style used for displayed information on the LCD screen. Choose from Off (no scrolling), Once (scrolls once), 15 Secs (scrolls once per 15 seconds), & On (constantly scrolls).
      • LCD Type: You can set the LCD illumination type to Positive (color background with black text), Negative (Black background with color text), or Automatic (switches to positive during daytime and negative during the night).
      • Display Dimmer: The head unit's display features three illumination dimmer settings (High/Medium/Low).

      12/24 Hour Clock: The unit's built-in clock will display 12-hour AM/PM time in USA frequency spacing mode. In European frequency spacing mode, the clock will display 24-hour time.

      Note: The clock can be set to stay on even when the head unit is turned off.

      Power-On Message: This feature allows a "Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening" text message to be shown on the unit's LCD screen when it is powered on.

      Demo Mode: You can enable or disable the unit's demonstration mode.

       

       

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      1 out of 5

      Bad Microphone

      Written By Andy, California on Tuesday, January 29, 2013
       
      That radio and mount are decent quality. I bought this for the bluetooth function though. I've had the product for over a year now and just can't find a decent place for the microphone. Background noise is not an issue but voice quality is terrible for everyone I call. Their voice is fine through the radio's speakers, but my voice sounds horrible to my callers. Every caller complains about it and I've had quite a few of my co-workers tell me not to call them while in the car. I've actually going back to Apple's earbuds for now, which defeats the whole reason I bought this. Unfortunately I waited too long moving the microphone around the car and trying it for a week at a time to be able to return it.

      For comparison I have a JVC KW-NT3HDT in another vehicle and callers can't tell I'm driving. Obviously you get what you pay for.
      Pros:
      Easy to use Display is nice Looks good in the car
      Cons:
      Bluethooth microphone is terrible.
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      4 out of 5

      Great car stereo

      Written By rkr, Rockville, MD on Monday, October 15, 2012
      Installed in a 2001 Honda Civic LX
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      Installation was very straightforward thanks to Crutchfield's customized instruction manual and adapter kit. The stereo works great, and integrates well with my iphone. Still playing with microphone location to figure out the best spot for it to get least background noise.
      Pros:
      works great good sound perfect integration with my iphone
      Cons:
      none
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      2 out of 5

      Not Again

      Written By DennisL, Denton, TX on Sunday, October 07, 2012
       
      Great sound I actually got one for my son then one for myself. Both of them quit working. The LED display goes out. Dual has been good about replacement. I just don't like all of the re-installation work. Next time I'm back to Alpine.
      Pros:
      Great radio
      Cons:
      2 for 2 lemon factor, I wouldn't buy anther one
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      5 out of 5

      over the road trucker

      Written By Exforbrian, Texas on Sunday, October 07, 2012
       
      I bought this unit for my rig and after 11 months with the unit I have found the highs and lows with it. The menus are a little tricky to enter and exit from, but once you get them set to you taste then it woks perfect. The unit allows you to adjust the output level for every connection, including the am fm and cd -6 to +6. this is great to keep items from over powering the unit. the colors are great and easy to change with a single button on the front, it lets you change the color to your mood. The screen and be set to negative lcd or positive lcd to your taste, or set it to change at the time you want for day/night operations, then it allows you to lower the light levels to make this unit very dim at night.. I keep an SD card in it with all my music so that I dont have to connect the phone, and if you dont have a smart phone this is great, if you do have a smart phone then it connects automatically when you turn it on. it has 2 AUX inputs one is in the back so you can run the cord to a center console and not have the wire in the front. this is just soooo great. the unit has everything, and I cant find a unit that gives you all this at any price.. but I did have an issue with the screen, it stopped working and then the unit stopped working, I called dualav.com and they asked me to send it back in the box with the receipt and they would fix it, they did and sent me a new unit. this is typical from what I heard. Get the extended warranty and keep your box and receipt!!
      Pros:
      all the features and functions, and the colors are perfect for any new cars or classics, looks fantastic, easy to use and bluetooth is great, you are not going to find another HU that out features this one, but you may find better units for more money, I love this radio and will buy more for my other vehicles
      Cons:
      sometimes the usb connection does not link the music, sometimes the sd card does not start. these are all very rare things and they are easy to reset and work fine
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      4 out of 5

      Good receiver

      Written By John, San Antonio, TX on Sunday, September 23, 2012
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      Good receiver, especially for the price. It is the ONLY receiver at this level that includes a rear aux input. Kind of surprising that none of the other do even into the 200 dollar range. Wiring was easy with exception of the instructions that came with the radio--they said to connect gray amp wire to amp wire on car...only there isn't one. Had to call Crutchfield and they quickly told me how to fix it. Just connect it to the black ground wire of original harness. Great features, good sound, adn really like the included IPhone cradle...it does also hold a blackberry but radio will not support streaming music from blackberry.
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      5 out of 5

      awesome!

      Written By Jentry, Helena Mt on Monday, August 27, 2012
      Installed in a 1991 GMC Sonoma
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      ABSOLUTELY love it! everything just how i wanted!
      Pros:
      everything
      Cons:
      non
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      5 out of 5

      Dual XDMA6540

      Written By John, La Verkin, Utah on Saturday, August 18, 2012
      Installed in a 2003 Chevrolet Impala
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      It all worked - as advertized!
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      5 out of 5

      Great buy!

      Written By 99Saab, Daytona Beach, FL on Saturday, August 18, 2012
      Installed in a 1999 Saab 9-3
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      Nice looking display. Great sound. Plug and play, easy to use. Pairs with Bluetooth device quickly. I, personally, really only use it to pair with my iPhone as I like apps like Spotify, Pandora and iheartradio. I love the incoming call feature, the ability to take it hands free and the sound quality of the call. The microphone clips right above the driver. I'm really satisfied with the purchase. Especially Crutchfield's customer service from ordering to a question during installation. Used in a 1999 Saab 9-3.
      Pros:
      Easy to connect Bluetooth devices. Great mic/sound quality to take/make calls. Ease of use. Love the mounting post for my iPhone.
      Cons:
      Small text size, would be great if they gave options for font size.
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      5 out of 5

      Love it

      Written By kim, Royal Palm Beach Florida on Tuesday, August 14, 2012
      Installed in a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
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      Love this radio. It is very easy to use. I love the phone mount and the handsfree calling features. My daughters love the ability to change colors and make me switch colors depending on what kind of day we are having. Its a great product
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      4 out of 5

      Works good

      Written By Ace911, Bonsall, CA on Wednesday, August 01, 2012
      Installed in a 2003 Acura RSX
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      Sounds a lot better than stock in my rsx type s, you will need to bipass the factory amp underneath the passanger seat to remove any high ringing noice you might hear.
      Cons:
      Hands free calling, when driving, people say im in a wind tunnel, and they can barly hear me (windows rolled up, and ac off).
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      4 out of 5

      Great deal.

      Written By Limo driver, Brooklyn, NY on Tuesday, July 17, 2012
      Installed in a 2005 Lincoln Town Car
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      After a month of use - absolutely happy with this unit. Few things could be better, but it's hard to find a perfect thing in this price range. This Dual model gets really close to perfect. For me at least.
      Pros:
      Great sound, variable display and buttons color to match interior lights, bluetooth for audio streaming and/or phone calls, SD-card slot (that was a seller for me), iPhone/iPod mount.
      Cons:
      Not much - just a lack of few things that could make it even better. Equalizer might have had a third band. Menu could've been designed better, without having to go three levels down to make minor adjustments. Lowest dimmer setting is still kinda bright for me. Weird folder arrangement while in SD-card mode - hard to find the one you need, especially while driving. iPhone/iPod mount, that didn't fit in my particular case - installation kit left no room for it.
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      5 out of 5

      Well worth the money!!

      Written By Danny H, Colorado on Sunday, July 15, 2012
      Installed in a 1999 Toyota Tacoma
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      Had this about a week and couldn't be happier. Installed in my Tacoma and sound is excellent with factory speakers.Took it on a road trip on ruff road and cd never skipped a beat.I think its hard to beat for the price. SD is my favorite feature. I put all my favorite albums and mp3's and still plenty of room with a 8 gig chip.
      Pros:
      Value pr excellent. Havn't used Bluetooth yet, but happy with rest.
      Cons:
      none
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      4 out of 5

      Good deal for the price

      Written By Jim, Bloomington, IN on Wednesday, July 11, 2012
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      I've had this unit installed in my Saab 9000 as a replacement for the factory head unit for about six months now. The bluetooth functionality, although limited to voice and music streaming is great. I don't think it will download phonebooks, but I didn't need it for that anyway. I had no trouble at all connecting both my Droid X and now Droid Razr via BT. The sould quality streaming music via BT is phenomenal for this reasonably priced unit.

      The AM/FM functionalitiy works well - I'm able to pull in stations about as well as my factory unit. The Ipod interface is not very user friendly, as it takes quite some time to scroll through songs using the units round wheel.

      Overall, very satisfied with the value provided by this unit! And as always extremely satisfied with Crutchfield's customer service.
      Pros:
      Bluetooth functionality - ease of streaming BT music.
      Cons:
      IPOD functionality limited.
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      5 out of 5

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      Written By Tom, San Francisco ca on Wednesday, May 23, 2012
      Installed in a 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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      Great product
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      1 out of 5

      Do not buy.

      Written By JohnD, Salt Lake City, Utah on Tuesday, May 22, 2012
      Installed in a 2005 Honda Odyssey
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      Little buttons, the FM reciever doesn't work right (signal fades in and out and I triple checked the antenea connection). When the signal is weak, it starts hopping between the bluetooth or the cd and the FM receiver. If you turn it off, then turn off the vehicle, come back later and it turns on (annoyance, I know). If it is turned off and you try to make or recieve a call with the bluetooth attached, it messes up the call (dails or receives but then you can't talk or hear). The Crutchfield install/service was great, just a lousy product.
      Pros:
      All the cons out-weigh any pros.
      Cons:
      See review. Just a bad product.
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      4 out of 5

      Outstanding

      Written By Jolymon, Cypress TX on Saturday, March 24, 2012
      Installed in a 1998 Toyota Tacoma
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      I replaced my factory radio/cassett/cd player in my Toyota Tacoma with this one and it looks beautiful! It was very easy to install. Works great too. Also Crutchfield was very informative in helping guide me to know if it would fit in my vehicle. Thanks.
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      5 out of 5

      Great product!

      Written By HoSay, Dallas, TX on Thursday, March 22, 2012
      Installed in a 2002 Ford F-150
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      Purchased item to replace factory stereo on my ford F150. Easy to put together and easy to install. I had to figure out a special way to plug it into the truck while I had the adaptor for the ipod connected. That feature might not be necessary and might uninstall it later.
      Pros:
      Great features, the bluetooth is my favorite! I'm able to listen to music from my Evo 3D directly via the bluetooth.
      Cons:
      The only thing and seems to be what I read on other customer reviews, the font display is a bit small. I'm sure I will adjust to it with time but it's definitely noticeable from the start.
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      4 out of 5

      Great bank forthe buck

      Written By Scott, C'ville VA on Thursday, March 15, 2012
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      replaced my stock stereo form my tachoma pickup to elimante the fm modulator running my xm and iphone. now i have an uncluttered dash and am able to still control my radio with th steering wheel (with the axxess awsc) so i canchange between satelite and my ipod or pandora right from the steering wheel. Bluetooth for phone is excellent as well. fm reception is weak but wasnt looking for a radio
      Pros:
      ease of use, functionality, affordable
      Cons:
      takes getting used to for changeing folders and such the wheel is really sensitive
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      5 out of 5

      Awesome system

      Written By Kelly in Washington, Seattle on Tuesday, March 06, 2012
       
      I recently installed this system in my 2003 Ford F-150. The blue-tooth works flawlessly, the music or radio is muted as soon as a call comes in, and then restores the sound after the call is ended. The presets for the radio are handy, many other similar systems don't offer presets unless you push several buttons and drill down into various menus. The settings are fairly easy to understand I rarely had to refer to the manual to understand how to access various features. I also found the wireless remote easy to use and sometimes even preferred over using the faceplate.
      Pros:
      Ease of use, blue-tooth works great, microphone is works great I really wanted a system would intergrate with my cell phone so it's easy for me to call people while on the phone.
      Cons:
      The only thing I wish I could change is the fonts on the screen - to make them bigger so they could be easier to read. I have a slight problem with reading and use reading glasses, increasing the font size would be awesome.
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      5 out of 5

      Great buy!

      Written By Michael, Birmingham, AL on Tuesday, March 06, 2012
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      I installed this unit in a car I recently purchased and am very pleased with the product, particularly for the price. This was a great fit for my needs with blue tooth phone, blue tooth music streaming from my iPhone, and USB. I also like the SD card so I have two sources (SD and USB) for playing my MP3's. The blue tooth audio for phone works great. I also added a Sirius XM SXV100V1 module for XM stereo.
      Pros:
      Great price! Two years ago these features would probably have cost twice what this unit is selling for.
      Cons:
      Not a big deal but setting the different colors for the display is a bit complicated. Some may like this because you can set nearly an infinite range of colors in the display to match the stock lights in your car. For me, it was a bit of overkill.
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