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Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH CD receiver

Item # 113DPX793B

The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH CD receiver gives you big controls, a big 3-line display, and big music variety.

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About the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH

Dave Delamere

Music on the go, the Excelon way

The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH CD receiver gives you big controls, a big 3-line display, and big music variety. If you love radio, this receiver offers a built-in HD Radio™ tuner, an option for SiriusXM, and Internet radio control using your smartphone. You can use Bluetooth with aptX® to improve the sound quality of your streaming music with compatible devices. And once you've picked your music, immersive tone controls let you zero in on just the right sound. Kenwood backs this receiver up with their Excelon Series 2-year warranty.

Music on the go, the Excelon way

The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH CD receiver gives you big controls, a big 3-line display, and big music variety. If you love radio, this receiver offers a built-in HD Radio™ tuner, an option for SiriusXM, and Internet radio control using your smartphone. You can use Bluetooth with aptX® to improve the sound quality of your streaming music with compatible devices. And once you've picked your music, immersive tone controls let you zero in on just the right sound. Kenwood backs this receiver up with their Excelon Series 2-year warranty.

Lots of radio

HD Radio

The DPX793BH lets you enjoy HD Radio from participating stations. When you're tuned in, you'll hear FM that's close to CD quality or AM that comes in clear and static-free. And if you're not in an area with HD Radio stations, don't worry — this Kenwood's sensitive radio tuner will pick up local analog stations, too.

Using the controls on the receiver, you can access your favorite Pandora®, Spotify®, and iHeartRadio® Internet Radio stations from your iPhone or Android. You can also check out the incredibly deep programming and nationwide coverage offered by satellite radio by adding a SiriusXM tuner.

Get added clarity using Bluetooth with aptX

In addition to streaming audio with Bluetooth, you can pair your phone with this Kenwood for hands-free calling. If your Android™ is Bluetooth aptX-compatible or your iPhone® stores AAC files, you'll enjoy clear, CD-quality music streaming. For the times when you have to share the ride, the DPX793BH enables you to pair two Bluetooth-equipped phones and quickly switch between them — handy for vehicles with more than one driver.

More music options

In addition to playing CDs, you can connect a portable music player to the front aux input, and the front and rear USB ports can handle thumb drives loaded with MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, and even high-res FLAC music files. You can also play, control, and charge select Android phones, an iPod®, or an iPhone plugged into a USB port. 

Shape up the sound

Use the 13-band equalizer and digital time alignment to adjust your music to sound great in your vehicle. Kenwood's Drive EQ boosts specific frequencies to help overcome road noise that can drown out your music. The three pairs of RCA preamp outputs send a clean, high-voltage signal to any outboard amps in your system, and you can adjust the audio levels and crossover points for these outputs.

Want to keep your steering wheel controls?

In most cars, you'll need an adapter to retain those controls with this car stereo. Connect a few wires, then program the adapter for your particular car and radio, and you'll retain the convenience of your steering wheel controls. You'll see the adapters that work with your vehicle when you add this receiver to your cart.

Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our articles about Bluetooth profiles and streaming music using Bluetooth with aptX.

iPod/smartphone note: If you're going to use your iPod or smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.

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Product highlights:

  • CD receiver with AM/FM tuner
  • 3-line LCD display with variable-color illumination
  • Pandora, Spotify, and iHeartRadio Internet radio control with iPhone and Android
  • plays USB drives loaded with high-res FLAC music files (up to 24-bit/96kHz)
  • built-in HD Radio tuner
Bluetooth Features:
  • Bluetooth with aptX for superior sound quality with compatible devices
  • hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming with dual phone connection
  • Music Mix feature allows music streaming and control from up to five paired smartphones
  • control the stereo using Kenwood's free Remote app
Smartphone Features:
  • Android Open Accessory (AOA) 2.0 enables control and charging of select Android devices (Android version 4.1 and higher) using the USB connection
  • built-in iPhone and Android control using the USB port
Audio Features:
  • 13-band graphic equalizer with Drive EQ
  • built-in digital time alignment
  • high- and low-pass filters for speakers
Expandability:
  • compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner (not included)
  • inputs: front-panel auxiliary input, front and rear USB inputs
  • outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (5-volt front, rear, and subwoofer)
Other Features and Specs:
  • built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
  • compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
  • warranty: 2 years
  • MFR # DPX793BH

What's in the box:

  • CD receiver (10A fuse)
  • 2 Trim rings (one attached/one Toyota specific)
  • Sleeve (installed)
  • Wiring harness
  • Microphone w/ bracket (attached 10' cable terminated by a right-angle mono 3.5mm connector)
  • 2 Removal tools
  • 6 Pan-head ISO-mount screws
  • 6 Flat-head ISO-mount screws
  • Instruction Manual (En/Fr/Sp)
  • Warranty Card

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More details on the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH

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Features & specs

Expandability
AUX Input Front
Audio/video Input ---
USB Input Front/Rear
USB Port Power ---
Backup Camera Input No
Second Camera Input No
CarPlay No
Android Auto No
Siri Control Bluetooth
Alexa Voice Control N
Android Control Yes
Memory Card Slot USB
Bluetooth Compatible Built-in
Satellite Radio Ready SiriusXM
HD Radio Built-in
Navigation ---
iPod Compatibility
Full size No
Nano 7
Touch 6/5
iPhone X/8+/8/7+/7/6S+/6S/6+/6/5S/5C/
General
RMS Power (CTA-2006) N/A
RMS Power (Manufacturer) 22 watts
Peak Output 50 watts
RMS Power Bandwidth 20-20kHz
Preamp Outputs 6-channel
Sub Preamp Outputs Yes
Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs No
Video Screen No
Navigation App Compatible (iOS)
Navigation App Compatible (Android)
Preamp Voltage 5 volts
Screen Size ---
Screen Type ---
Display Color Variable
Key Button Color Variable
EQ Bands 13
Wireless Remote Optional
Steering Wheel Control Compatible Adapter required
Parts Warranty 2 Years
Labor Warranty 2 Years
Tuner
FM Sensitivity 8.2 dBf
European Tuning Yes
Seek/Scan Seek
Radio Data System Yes
File Playback
Music File Playback MP3,WMA,AAC,WAV,FLAC
High-res Playback FLAC (96kHz)
The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH replaces these items:

Product Research

Built-in Bluetooth
Android & iPhone Integration
Internet+SiriusXM+HD Radio
Disc/USB/Aux Playback
Audio Section
Remote Control
Display Features

Built-in Bluetooth

Bluetooth 3.0: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH is equipped with built-in Bluetooth (ver. 3.0) 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 1.6 (Hands Free Profile), PBAB 1.0 (Phone Book Access Profile).
  • Audio Streaming: A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP 1.5 (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 DPX793BH. Visit Kenwood's Support Site for a complete list of compatible Bluetooth enabled phones.

SSP & USB Pairing: With Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), you can easily pair a Bluetooth enabled phone to the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH without having to enter pin codes or go through complicated settings. You can even pair your Apple iPhone (iOS 5+) or Android smartphone (running Kenwood Music Play App) by simply connecting it to the Kenwood head unit via USB and following a single prompt on the head unit's display. In addition, Android (OS 4.0+) smartphones that have Near Field Communication (NFC) pair simply by touching the Android device's NFC tag to the NFC tag on the head unit's front-panel.

  • Dual Phone Connection: Thanks to the Dual Phone Connection feature, two Bluetooth-enabled phones can remain connected to the Kenwood receiver. This means you can an answer an incoming call from either phone from the head unit. Also, both of your phone's contact lists are downloaded to the receiver. To make a call from one of the phones using the Kenwood receiver, you simply have to select Phone 1 or Phone 2 on the head unit's front-panel.
  • Music Mix: The new Music Mix feature allows five Bluetooth audio source devices to be connected to the Kenwood receiver at one time, so you can switch between Bluetooth playback sources a lot easier and quicker. While "BT Audio" source is selected on the head unit, you can simply press the music playback button on your connected Bluetooth source devices to switch between devices and begin music playback. However, you cannot stream audio from two different Bluetooth audio source devices at the same time or combine music libraries or playlists from two different connected devices.
Note: You can pair up to five Bluetooth-enabled devices to the Kenwood head unit. When an already paired Bluetooth device is in close proximity to the receiver, the auto connection function automatically pairs the two units.

Bluetooth Hands-Free Communication (w/ External Mic): The head unit supports Bluetooth hands-free communication for your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. The controls of the DPX793BH 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. 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 front-panel controls, or setup the head unit to automatically answer the incoming call immediately or after 1-30 seconds. The DPX793BH also supports the Call Waiting function, so you can answer another incoming call while suspending the current call you are on. Your compatible cell-phone must also support this feature.
  • Dialing a Number: Using the DPX793BH, you can dial a phone number in one of the following ways:
    • Enter Phone #: Allows you to directly dial a phone number up to 32 digits from the head unit's control knob or remote control.
    • Preset Dial: Allows you to register up to 6 phone numbers for quick dialing. The preset numbers can be accessed from the head unit's front-panel controls.
    • Phone Book: You can download phone book data from your mobile phone to the DPX793BH. You can then dial a contact within the phonebook from the head unit's front-panel controls. Contacts are categorized as Home, Office, Mobile, Other, or General.
    • 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.
    • Voice Dialing: If your mobile phone supports voice recognition, then you can dial out by voice command. Simply speak into the included microphone.

External Mic: 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, noise cancellation, and echo 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.

Wireless Audio Streaming: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or audio player. You are able to stream your stored music library on your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, as well as music apps downloaded on your smartphone to the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH for playback.

  • AAC & aptX Codecs: In addition to support for the standard SBC Bluetooth audio codec, the DPX793BH offers support for AAC and aptX codecs for higher quality audio streaming from select Apple & Android devices. By supporting AAC, the DPX793BH offers better audio performance of the music streamed from your Apple iPod, iPhone, or iPad. aptX audio coding technology provides even better sound quality with lossless, CD-quality streaming for compatible aptX-compatible smartphones, like many Android smartphones with OS 4.0+.
  • Advanced Music Browsing: In addition to basic playback functions (Play/Pause, FF/RW, Skip, Random/Repeat), the DPX793BH lets you browse your stored music by Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, etc. (AVRCP 1.4 phones only; which includes Android 4.0+ and iPhone 5.0+).
  • Song/Artist Information: The head unit will also display your stored music and music app's song information; such as Artist name and Song/Album title (not compatible with all apps).
Note: 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 Eyes Free Control: When paired and connected to an iPhone with Siri via Bluetooth, the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH has the ability to access Siri through its front-panel controls and external microphone. Simply press-and-hold down on the head unit's Answer 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 DPX793BH and its microphone. You even 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 with Siri. The head unit's audio is attenuated while Siri provides audible directions.

Note: The head unit's display will only indicate hands-free calling and Bluetooth audio information (all other functions of Siri are only audible through the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH; visual data will still need to be viewed from your iPhone device).
Android & iPhone Integration
Android Open Accessory 2.0 (AOA 2.0) Connectivity: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH's front- or rear-panel USB port lets you connect select Android (OS 4.1-7.1.2) smartphones that support AOA 2.0 for music playback. Kenwood does not guarantee operation with all Android devices, regardless of operating system. There are two Android AOA 2.0 modes to choose from based on what content you want to listen to and how you want to control it.
  • Hand Mode: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH supports Android Open Accessory 2.0 (AOA 2.0), which lets you connect your Android smartphone (OS 4.1-7.1.2) to the DPX793BH's front- or rear-panel USB port and listen to stored music and music apps from your Android device through the Kenwood head unit. You'll be able to control basic playback functions such as Play/Pause and Previous/Next Track. Other advanced music navigation will still be done from your Android smartphone's touchscreen. In this mode, the head unit will not display song/artist information; only "Hand Mode" will show up on display. You'll continue to view song/artist information from the Android device's touchscreen. You'll also still be able to access other functions and applications from your Android smartphone's touchscreen, while listening to music through the head unit. If you make a call or answer a call from your smartphone while listening to music in this mode, the music will pause until you are finished with the call and then start back up again.
  • Browse Mode (via Kenwood Music Play App): Downloading the Kenwood Music Play app onto your Android (OS 4.1-7.1.2) smartphone with AOA 2.0 support not only allows you to listen to stored music from your Android device through the Kenwood CD receiver connected via USB, but it also lets you browse your Android smartphone's music library from the head unit's front-panel controls. You can browse your store music library by Playlist, Artist, Song, Album, or Genre. The contents of a Playlist or Category can be searched alphabetically or numerically; you can even skip through the stored music files in specific increments (0.5/1/5/10%). You can also control Play/Pause and Previous/Next track from the head unit. In addition, the head unit will display song/artist information. You can exit the Kenwood Music Play app to access other functions and applications of your Android smartphone, while your stored music library is still playing through your head unit. If you make a call or answer a call from your smartphone while listening to music in this mode, the music will pause until you are finished with the call and then start back up again.

iPhone Direct Connection: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH's front- or rear-panel USB port can be used to connect your Lightning Apple device or 30-pin iPhone 4S to the head unit. The USB connection allows for playback of stored music and music apps on your iPod or iPhone through Kenwood receiver. If you have a newer iPod/iPhone with the Lightning-connector, you can use Kenwood's Lightning connector-to-USB cable (113KCIP103 sold separately) or the Lightning-to-USB cable that came with your Apple device to connect your iPod/iPhone to the DPX793BH. If you have an iPhone 4S with a 30-pin dock connector, you can use the dock connector-to-USB cable that comes with your Apple device or a 3rd party "Made for iPod/iPhone" certified dock-to-USB cable (sold separately) to connect your iPhone 4S to the DPX793BH.

  • Head Unit Control: From the head unit's front-panel controls you can search for stored music by Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, and Composer. The contents of a Playlist or Category can be searched alphabetically or numerically; you can even skip through the stored music files in specific increments (0.5/1/5/10%). The DPX793BH also supports Repeat (file/all) and Random (album/all) playback functions of stored music on your iPod/iPhone. In addition, you'll be able to control basic playback functions (such as Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track) from stored music and select music apps streamed to your iPhone. You can also choose to control your Apple device from its own touchscreen, instead of the head unit.
  • Song/Artist Info Display: The DPX793BH will display your iPod/iPhone's music file information such as Track number, Elapsed playing time, Artist name, Song title, and Album title.

Smartphone Charging: The head unit's USB connection provides 1.5A of current to power and charge your connected Apple iPod/iPhone or Android smartphone when your vehicle's ignition switch is set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position (if your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge, then the unit will not recognize it).

Apple Device Compatibility Chart: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features (as of 1/9/2018):

Apple Device Generation Tested Version Media Type Control Type Music Apps Display Type Bluetooth Charge
Audio Video Head Unit iPod/iPhone iPod/iPhone Pandora Spotify iHeart Radio Artist/Song Text Track Info Phone Audio Siri
iPhone
4S 9.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
5/5C 10.3.3 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
5S 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
SE 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
6/6/+6S/6S+ 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
7/7+ 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
8/8+ 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
X 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
touch
5th 9.3.5 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
6th 11.2.2 Y N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y Y
nano
7th 1.02PC Y N Y N N N N N Y Y N Y N Y
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.
Internet+SiriusXM+HD Radio

Internet Radio Apps: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH allows you to access Pandora, Spotify, and iHeartRadio online music services through your USB-connected or Bluetooth-connected iPhone, or Bluetooth-connected Android smartphone. Your Apple iPhone must be connected to the DPX793BH via the Kenwood KCA-iP103 cable (sold separately), the cable supplied with your iPhone, or through Bluetooth. Your Android smartphone must support A2DP/AVRCP/SPP Bluetooth profiles and be paired with the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH. Your iPhone or Android smartphone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, LTE (4G), or WiFi.

  • Pandora App: The free Pandora App (or Apple iOS 10.0+ or Android 4.0+) lets you play music from the Pandora music service through the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH using your USB or Bluetooth connected Apple iPhone, or Bluetooth connected Android smartphone. The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH provides control over the Pandora music service and displays Artist, Album, and Song information. You can select Pandora stations from your station list and sort them by date or alphabetically. New stations can be created based on the current songs or artists playing. You can also skip song tracks within a station. You can even give songs a thumbs up or thumbs down, as well as bookmark song information. An active Pandora account is required.
  • Spotify: The DPX793BH has the ability to playback & control content from the Spotify music app (for Apple iOS 9.0+ or Android OS 4.0+) on your USB or Bluetooth connected iPhone, or Bluetooth connected Android smartphone. You can play, pause and skip tracks, browse playlists, albums and radio stations through the Kenwood receiver's front-panel controls. You can even create your stations by entering a track, artist, or playlist. You also get song/artist information on the unit's LCD touchscreen. If you are a Spotify Premium user (requires a monthly paid subscription), you can enjoy ad-free, high quality music even when there is no internet connection.
  • iHeartAuto: The free iHeartAuto app for Kenwood (for Apple iOS 8.0+ or Android OS 4.0+) lets you play music from the iHeartRadio music service through the Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH using your USB or Bluetooth connected Apple iPhone, or Bluetooth connected Android smartphone. The iHeartRadio music service provides access to more than 1,500 live radio stations from coast-to-coast (including pop, country, urban, rock, talk, and sports). The DPX793BH will provide control over the iHeartRadio Auto app, as well as display station identification and song/artist information. From the head unit's front-panel controls, iHeartRadio stations can be searched by the following categories (Local, Genre, City, or My Stations). The Local selection provides a list of radio stations in your local listening area. The unit also provides over 22 Genres to choose from (including pop, country, hip-hop, jazz, etc.) to help you find the right radio station for you. In addition, you can search for radio stations by City. Cities can be searched alphabetically. You can even store your favorite stations (My Stations) for easier, quicker access. An active iHeartRadio account is required.
Note: Access to these Internet Radio services will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your iPhone or Android smartphone to connect to the Internet. Not supported in Canada and only available in the United States.

SiriusXM-Ready: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH is SiriusXM-Ready and compatible with the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (220SXV300 sold separately). The SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner supports SiriusXM programming with access to 175+ SiriusXM channels via subscription; check out the most popular SiriusXM subscription packages here. Additional features of the SiriusXM Connect tuner include:

  • Channel List w/ Category Search: The Channel list displays a list of all available channels. You can also search and list channels in specific categories.
  • Song/Artist Info: Displayed Information such as Channel Name, Artist Name, & Song Title can be viewed on the head unit's LCD.
  • SmartFavorite Presets: Up to 18 SiriusXM Satellite Radio station presets can be saved. These 18 SiriusXM presets are automatically identified as SmartFavorites for advanced features such as Replay, TuneStart & TuneScan (see below).
    • Replay: When you select a SmartFavorite preset you can rewind and replay up to 30 minutes of any of the missed news, talk, sports or music content.
    • TuneStart: With the TuneStart enabled, playback will automatically start from the beginning of a song when you tune to a SmartFavorite preset channel.
    • TuneScan: TuneScan gives you a short preview of the songs that you have missed on each of your Smart Favorite Preset music channels or currently tuned music channel.
  • Parental Control: Channels containing unsuitable content for children can be blocked. When enabled, The Parental Control feature requires you to enter a 4-digit passcode to tune to the locked channels.
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.

HD Radio: With its built-in HD Radio tuner, you can receive digital AM/FM broadcasts from local stations where available. HD Radio significantly improves AM/FM audio quality and reception, as well as includes information such as artist name and song titles or traffic news, viewable on the receiver's display. HD Radio Technology will deliver high-quality digital sound. AM digital will have FM-like quality in stereo (75dB SN @ 40-15kHz), while FM digital will have CD-like quality (75 dB SN @ 20-20kHz) with static free and clear reception. The unit's built-in HD Radio tuner allows analog AM/FM tuning as well.

  • Seek Tuning: You can choose one of three seek modes: Auto 1 (seek tuning), Auto 2 (cycles through and tunes the selected band's preset stations only with each button press), or Manual. You can also setup the DPX793BH to search only HD Radio stations, Analog AM/FM stations, or both.
  • Tuner Presets: The DPX793BH's tuner features 3 FM banks (1, 2, 3) and 1 AM bank for storing presets. You can store 6 presets for each AM/FM bank giving you a total of 18 FM presets and 6 AM presets (total of 24). Not only does the CD 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.
  • Station Info & Multicasting: AM/FM digital stations can offer text and data such as artist names and song titles. In addition to conventional broadcasts, with HD Radio broadcasting it is possible to choose from up to 8 multicast programs (HD1 to HD8).
Note: HD Radio is the system for digital AM and FM broadcasting in the U.S. More than 2,000 radio stations are broadcasting their primary signals in digital HD Radio technology, as a free service. Go to HDRadio.com to check for HD Radio stations in your area.
Disc/USB/Aux Playback

Disc Compatibility: The unit features a single disc player that will playback CD-Audio and finalized CD-R/CD-RW audio discs.

  • CD Read: This function sets the method for reading a CD disc. You can choose between two modes - CD1 (automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD when playing a CD or CD-R/RW disc) or CD2 (when unable to play a special formatted CD, set this function to CD2 to force playing; some music CD discs may be unplayable even when set to this mode).
  • 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 and begin playback.
  • Auto Reload: If the ejected disc is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc is automatically inserted again into the loading slot to protect it from dust.
Note: For proper disc playback you must install the unit within 30-degrees of horizontal.

USB Mass Storage Devices: : The Kenwood DPX793BH features a front-panel and rear-panel USB (type-A) port; the rear-panel USB port is attached to the rear-chassis via a 39" cable. The USB ports enable connection connection of USB mass storage class (MSC) devices like USB thumbdrives, USB card readers, or portable digital audio players. You can insert a compatible USB MSC device into either USB port for playback, control, and song/artist display of a variety of music files.

  • Drive Change: The Drive Change feature lets you switch between multiple memory cards (up to 4) in a USB multi-card reader. When a mass storage class (MSC) compatible compatible portable digital audio player is connected to the head unit's USB input, the unit's DRive Change features lets you select between the device's internal memory or external memory (such as a microSD card) for stored music playback.
  • USB Charging: USB devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the CD receiver's USB port (max. 1.5A), and the vehicle's ignition switch is set to ACC or On.

Note: Not compatible with USB hubs.

Compatible Music Files: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH supports the following types of music files recorded onto CD-R/RW discs or loaded onto USB mass storage class devices.

Media Type CD (-R/RW) USB (MSC)
File System ISO9660 Level 1 or 2, Romeo, Joliet, or Windows long file name FAT 12/16/32
Playable File Types MP3: bit rate of 8-320kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48kHz
WMA:
bit rate of 32-192kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48kHz
AAC: bit rate of 32-192 kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48 kHz
 MP3: bit rate of 8-320kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48kHz
WMA:
bit rate of 32-192kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48kHz
AAC: bit rate of 32-192 kbps w/ sampling rate of 8-48 kHz
WAV:
bit depth of 16-bit w/ sampling frequency of 44.1kHz
FLAC:
bit depth of 24-bit w/ sampling frequency of 96kHz
Maximum # of Folders/Files 999 folders/20,480 files (999 files per folder)
Tags ID3 tag (version 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4), WMA tag, AAC tag, FLAC tag, WAV tag

Playback & Search Functions: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH offers a variety of playback and search functions to help you find and enjoy your music on disc and USB.

  • Music Search: The Kenwood AM/FM CD receiver features a Music Search feature which allows you to scroll through and select your music folders and files, as well as scroll through your audio CD's music tracks using the head unit's rotary knob.
  • Repeat & Random: You can repeat the playback of a music file or folder on a CD or USB device. You can also randomly play back all files on a disc or within a folder of a USB device.
  • Last Position Memory: If the unit is shut off or switched to the tuner mode while a CD or USB is playing, the next time CD or USB is selected as the source, playback will resume from the point where it left off.

Aux In: The unit is equipped with a front-panel 3.5mm minijack auxiliary input that can be used to input audio from a portable audio source, such as a portable MP3 player. The Aux input must be turned on to function.

Audio Section

Excelon Series: The DPX793BH CD 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 (5V), plus a two-year warranty - Kenwood Excelon represents exceptional audio quality with long-lasting dependability.

24 Bit D/A Converter: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH utilizes a 24-bit digital to analog converter for superior sound quality.

MOSFET Amplifier: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH 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 DPX793BH 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/5V Pre-Outs + Sub Control: The DPX793BH is fitted with front, rear and subwoofer 5-volt pre-outs. The front and rear speaker preamp outputs are balance and fade adjustable. The subwoofer preamp output is non-fading and features independent level control (-50 to +10)

Vehicle Settings: In order to optimize the sound quality in your vehicle, you can indentify the type of vehicle you have, select speaker sizes & locations, as well as configure listening distances.

  • Car Type: Select your car type to automatically set the delay time of each speaker for timing adjustment of sound output of each channel to have the highest surround effect. Choose from Compact, Full Size Car, Wagon, Mini Van, SUV, or Off
  • Speaker Size: You can select which size speakers are in your vehicle - Tweeter (Small, Medium, Large, or None), Front & Rear (3.5", 4", 4.75", 5", 6.5", 6.75", 7", 4x6", 5x7", 6x8", 6x9", 7x10" or None), and Sub (6.5", 8", 10", 12", 15" or Over, None).
  • Rear Speaker Location: You can indicate the location of your vehicle's Rear speakers. Choose from Door, Rear Deck, 2nd Row, or 3rd Row.
  • DTA (Digital Time Alignment): For a better sound-stage you can select your optimal listening position. You can choose from All, Front Left, Front Right or Front. You can also select to manually fine tune the sound stage, using Digital Time Alignment (DTA) by selecting the distance (0-20') for each individual speaker in the vehicle compared to your listening position.

High Pass & Low Pass Crossovers: You are able to select independent high pass crossovers for your tweeters, front speakers, and rear speakers; as well as a low pass crossover for the head unit's sub output.

  • Tweeter: Set high pass filter (HPF) for tweeters.
    • Frequency: 1kHz, 1.6kHz, 2.5kHz, 4kHz, 5kHz, 6.3kHz, 8kHz, 10kHz, 12.5kHz
    • Gain: -8 to 0 dB
  • Front & Rear: Independently set high pass filter (HPF) for front & rear speakers.
    • Frequency: 30Hz, 40Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, 90Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz, 220Hz, 250Hz, Through (Full-Range)
    • Slope: -6dB, -12dB, -18dB, -24dB
    • Gain: -8 to 0 dB
  • Sub: Set low pass filter (LPF) for the sub output.
    • Frequency: 30Hz, 40Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, 90Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz, 220Hz, 250Hz, Through (Full-Range)
    • Slope: -6dB, -12dB, -18dB, -24dB
    • Phase: Reverse (180°), Normal (0°)
    • Gain: -8 to 0 dB

Equalizer: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH offers 8 EQ Presets for easy adjustment, a 13-band EQ for customized tuning, a Drive EQ mode to overcome road noise, and a Stage EQ for better imaging. Separate EQ settings and EQ presets can be stored for each source or you can apply one EQ preset or curve to all sources.

  • Preset EQ: The integrated equalizer offers 8 preset sound modes (Rock, Pops, Easy, Top 40, Jazz, Natural, Drive EQ, or User) suitable for the music genre of your choice.
  • 13-Band EQ: The User mode allows you to manually adjust the head unit's 13-band EQ (62.5Hz, 100Hz, 160Hz, 250Hz, 400Hz, 630Hz, 1kHz, 1.6kHz, 2.5kHz, 4kHz, 6.3kHz, 10kHz, & 16kHz). Each frequency's gain level can be adjusted from -9dB to +9 dB, while the Q-factor can be adjusted to 1.35, 1.5, or 2.0
  • Drive EQ: The Drive EQ mode helps you hear your music over road noise. It boosts certain frequency ranges that become hard to hear due to road noise.
  • Stage EQ: Stage EQ virtually lifts the sound up to ear-level for better imaging inside your vehicle.

Audio Settings: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH offers a variety of audio settings to further enhance your music listening experience.

  • Sound Reconstruction: When MP3, WMA, AAC files encoded at a low bit rate (less than 96 kbps, 44.1k, 48kHz) are played, the Sound Reconstruction function restores their high frequencies so the sound quality is closer to files encoded at a high bit rate. The processing is optimized for the compression format and the bit rate used. When Sound Reconstruction is Off, the unit plays the original sound stored in the audio file.
  • Space Enhancer & Sound Realizer: The Spacer Enhancer widens the soundstage inside your vehicle, while the Sound Realizer makes your music sound more realistic.
  • Loudness, Bass Boost & Bass Extension: The Loudness feature boosts low and high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at a low volume level. The unit's Bass Boost enhances low bass frequencies at any volume level. There is also a Bass Extension feature which further enhances the unit's bass output at extremely low frequencies.
  • 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 -15 to +6.

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

Remote Control

Remote App (for iOS & Android): The Kenwood Remote App is an application for Apple iOS 8.0+ and Android OS 4.4+ that controls the Kenwood receiver like a wireless remote control from your compatible Apple iOS device (via Bluetooth or USB) or Android device (via Bluetooth only). The Kenwood Remote App provides traditional touchscreen control, as well as directional and freeform gesture control from your compatible mobile device.

  • Source Information & Control: The Kenwood Remote App provides a Source Control screen with a list of the receiver's built-in sources and connected sources to choose from, so you can change the head unit's source from your mobile device. Once an input is selected, the app displays source information such as station number, track number & playback time, as well as song/artist information (when applicable). From the the app, you can also seek stations and tracks, as well as Play and Pause your music.
  • Audio Settings: From the application on your mobile device, you can adjust the receiver's volume up or down. In addition, audio settings such as EQ, Crossover, DTA, and other audio adjustments can be easily set using the Kenwood Remote application.
  • Media Player: The application's Media Player screen lets you playback your device's stored music library through the Kenwood receiver. From the app on your Apple iOS or Android device, you can control basic playback functions like Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track and Repeat/Random. The Android version of the app even lets you browse your music library by category (Song/Album/Artist/Playlist/Mood). Song, artist, and album information (along with Album Art) will displayed on your Apple iOS or Android device's touchscreen.
  • App Launcher (Android only): The App Launcher feature of the Android version of the Kenwood Remote app lets you access 3rd party applications within the Kenwood Remote app's user interface. The App Launcher can contain up to 24 of your favorite apps for quick access.
Notes:
  • You will need to indicate within the head unit's menu what type of device (Apple iOS or Android) you'll be using the Kenwood Remote App on before the application will connect and function with the receiver.
  • When using the Kenwood Remote App with your compatible Apple iOS device, the application and device must be connected to the receiver via Bluetooth (not USB) for playback of Bluetooth audio. For playback of a USB-direct connection from an Apple iOS device, the device and application must be connected to the head unit via USB (not Bluetooth).

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).

Optional IR Remote: The DPX793BH is compatible with Kenwood's IR remote control (RC-406, sold separately) for wireless operation of the receiver.

Display Features

3-Line Display: The DPX793BH is equipped with a 3-line LCD screen which lets you view the clock, source, and song/artist info all at the same time. You can select between English or Spanish text.

Variable Color Illumination: The Kenwood Excelon DPX793BH features variable color display and button illumination. You can choose from one of 24 preset colors, have the unit scan through all 24 preset colors continuously, or customize your own color (RGB; 0-9). The custom setting allows you to individually adjust the intensity of Red, Green, and Blue (from 0-9) to better match your vehicle's interior lights. The same color setting can be applied to both the display and buttons, or you can choose a different color for the LCD and button illumination. The Kenwood logo remains red.

Brightness & Dimmer: You can adjust the brightness of the LCD and button illumination independently or together (from 0-31). You can also dim (on or off) the display and button illumination. You can even set a specific time for the "Off" and "On" dimmer setting to be activated.

Text Scroll: The DPX793BH will display song/artist information text from CD, USB, Bluetooth, iPhone, and Android. You can set the text scrolling feature to three different modes (Auto, Once, or Off) to scroll longer titles across the screen.

12Hr/24Hr Clock: The head unit can be set to display a 12hr or 24hr clock. The unit also displays the day (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, or Sat). The clock is only displayed when selected and does not displayed simultaneously with song/artist or station information. The day & time can be selected to remain on, even if the head unit is switched off (as long as the vehicle's key is in the accessory or run position).

Demo Mode: This unit features a Demo mode which can be turned On or Off within the menu.

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Customer Q&A

16 questions already asked

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Are the RCA outputs pre or post EQ?
damian  Jul 06, 2019
2 answers
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They are pre eq
brent  Jul 15, 2019
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Post EQ.
matthew  Jul 12, 2019
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Why won't my dpx793bh pick up any conventional radio stations?
bernie  Apr 27, 2019
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Not sure. My picks all all local stations as expected in addition to the HD ones.
yia  Apr 28, 2019
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either you have a bad head unit or you didn't plug in the antenna correctly. maybe you thought you had it plugged in but maybe not,roads these days will jar your vehicle to pieces, check the connection.....cuz mine picks up all the local channels.haven't had a problem.....
mark  Apr 27, 2019
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Your antenna isn't connected or you have a bad antenna. Or possibly the radio has been dropped and broke something inside.
aden  Apr 27, 2019
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It should. Get an empty flash drive and update the unit (directions on Kenwood's support site). If that doesn't work you'll either have a problem with the antenna or the head unit.
jared  Apr 27, 2019
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I read that this unit doesn't work fully with Spotify when using a phone running Android 9.0. Is this true? (Please do not answer unless you know the answer.)
mark  Apr 15, 2019
1 answer
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I stream Spotify everyday from an OG Pixel C with constant update packages from google, no issues. Version 9 as of 04.05.19
david  Apr 16, 2019
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Is the LCD display bright enough when in direct sunlight?
joseph  Apr 09, 2019
14 answers
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Yes, I installed the unit in my 2003 Silverado, haven't had a that problem
kenneth j.  Apr 17, 2019
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Yes
davide  Apr 17, 2019
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No, it's unfortunately very dim in direct sunlight at max brightness
david  Apr 16, 2019
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Depends. You can get glare that will block out anything, but the display does pretty well. My truck doesn't really get direct sunlight that isn't coming through some degree of window tint.
donald  Apr 16, 2019
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Not with most of the letter colors available. There are only a couple color shades that I'm able to see adequately in the daylight.
nick  Apr 16, 2019
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Yes it is, even here in sunny South West Florida. The are many colors and shades to choose from as well.
steven  Apr 16, 2019
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I think it will be the best choice you will find. It has alot of diffenty colors and brightness for the display you can chose from to help with bright light. And it is very large as well
todd  Apr 16, 2019
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Not sure what you mean with direct sunlight,, unless you plan to install this in a convertible. We installed this in a Subaru Forester, and here in sunny South Texas we have NO problem seeing the display. This has been a great radio.
john  Apr 16, 2019
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Honestly it depends on your cars dash configuration. The dash in my tundra overhangs the stereo a little bit and I never had an issue with it. A friend installed one in his Civic and the glare made it difficult to see during the day.
caleb  Apr 16, 2019
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You can manually set how bright the display is - but what you have set for day will blind you after dark. There is an automatic dimmer option that can be used. Do yourself a favor and download the owner's manual PDF and look in the "Display Settings" section.
d.s.  Apr 16, 2019
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The only time I have issues with seeing the display in direct sunlight is when I am wearing sunglasses.
bruce  Apr 16, 2019
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Yes it is bright enough. You can change the brightness in settings.
lao  Apr 16, 2019
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Yes. Absolutely love this unit.
leonard  Apr 16, 2019
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Yes it is. Never had an issue.
rick  Apr 16, 2019
Q
What exactly is the modification to my Jeep Wrangler JK dash?
ron  Mar 23, 2019
1 answer
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It depends on the specific year. For personalized assistance and recommendations, feel free to contact us directly by phone or through our online chat service: https://www.crutchfield.com/support/ContactUs.aspx
ryan  Apr 01, 2019 (Staff)
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Is the face detachable?
tamra  Mar 11, 2019
10 answers
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No.
theresa  Mar 12, 2019
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No it is a fixed face unit.
matthew  Mar 11, 2019
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No, it is not!!!!
jason  Mar 11, 2019
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No it is not.
brandon  Mar 11, 2019
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No - the face is fixed
manuel  Mar 11, 2019
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It is not on this model.
dan  Mar 11, 2019
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No
syd  Mar 11, 2019
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Nope
chris  Mar 11, 2019
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No, it is not.
james t.  Mar 11, 2019
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No
christopher  Mar 11, 2019
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I have just installed this in my 09 dodge ram 1500 slt. I purchased the easyharness. Everything works great except for the fact that now the truck auto lamp feature doesn't work. Any thoughts?
tyler  Jan 10, 2019
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Mine is for a 2005 Ford Explorer, yet to be installed (things happen). My response is that I don't understand if the auto lamp feature is a Dodge thing or a Kenwood thing. I'm only suggesting that others might not know either and stall other responses.
duncan p  Jan 10, 2019
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I sorry, but I do not know what an "auto lamp" is.
richard  Jan 10, 2019
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satellite radio not supported by install package? I have an XM radio built into the car, and the radio supposedly supports Sirius/XM, but yet the Vehicle Features retained says that it won't use the XM?
troy  Jan 01, 2019
1 answer
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Is this a question or just a complaint? Aftermarket radios typically always require an extra module as well as a new antenna for the satellite radio to work.
jared  Jan 01, 2019
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Is there layaway on this product?
larry neil  Dec 31, 2018
2 answers
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I am just a customer, like yourself. You'd have to contact Crutchfield directly.
chris  Jan 01, 2019
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Not that I know of!!!!
jason  Dec 31, 2018
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Will the Kenwood radio fit my 1998 Chevy Silverado?
david  Nov 24, 2018
2 answers
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No. Prior to 2004 GM stereos were 1.5 din. So you would need a single din and an adapter kit.
melissa  Nov 25, 2018
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Sorry I don't know. I bought it for a Hyundai Sonata. Crutchfield would know more. Ask them.
yia  Nov 24, 2018
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Will the Kenwood radio/CD fit1998 Chevy Silverado?
david  Nov 24, 2018
1 answer
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You can check to see if this will fit your vehicle by using our Outfit My Car tool: http://www.crutchfield.com/car/carselector.aspx For additional details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Dec 03, 2018 (Staff)
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Does the Kenwood app in the App store work with this?
travis  Oct 07, 2018
4 answers
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yes, with my phone it works great (Android). i use it constantly. to be honest the interface of the radio is extremely poor, you have t cycle through every input to get to what you want (so to go to radio you have to hit 'SRC' about 7 or 8 times, waiting each time for the new input to load). this app lets you switch by a single button push. it also makes the Eq settings easier to change.
gregory  Oct 08, 2018
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Greetings Travis, the app does work however on my Samsung 7 edge it can get pretty buggy. When i plug into the front usb the app automatically launches to play music from the phone but quute often it freezes the app. I now use a third party app from the store and control it from the head unit. Hope this hepls. Good luck on your purchase.
derric  Oct 07, 2018
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Yes but its very basic.
igor  Oct 07, 2018
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Yes it does
brent  Oct 07, 2018
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Why do people answer questions when they don't have a answer? They say I don't know I just bought it or something like that
brian  Oct 01, 2018
2 answers
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Hi Brian. If your looking to buy this kenwood excelon don't hesitate. Worth every penny. Had mine for several months now.
brandon  Oct 01, 2018
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Why are you asking a question when you don't have a question?
robert  Oct 01, 2018
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Does the display show channel and song info for siriusxm?
jeremy  Aug 15, 2018
1 answer
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Yes it shows both as well as artist and a just about everything you can think of. 02 jetta wagon
walt  May 14, 2019
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How can I turn off the emergency alert messages? They're driving me crazy. They interrupt what ever I'm listening to and don't return when the msg is over.
william  Mar 28, 2018
2 answers
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Press volume knob to Function: turn to TUNER SETTING and press: turn to EA (Emergency Alert) and press: now you can turn the knob to select ON or OFF ( left and right arrows indicate which option is selected) select your preference. Now, at this point press the return button just to the left side of the volume knob and this will exit from FUNCTION menu. That should do it for you. Hope this helps.
theresa  Apr 03, 2018
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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.
kristina  Apr 03, 2018 (Staff)
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Is music on a USB drive with FAT32 format sorted correctly, with artist sorted alphabetically on display when scrolling in search mode?
mark  Mar 19, 2018
3 answers
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I don't use the USB. I mainly stream music and play from my phone library.
jose  Apr 04, 2018
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Sorry, I haven't used the USB ports.
chris  Mar 28, 2018
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Unfortunately I cannot answer with any certainty as I have only used the aux and usb inputs.
daniel  Mar 28, 2018
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