About the Soundstream VR-345XB
2-inch tall media powerhouse
2-inch tall media powerhouse
For those of you who may not have a lot of dash real estate to work with, Soundstream's VR-345XB DVD receiver packs a lot of media into a smaller single-DIN package. You can play your tunes using DVDs and CDs, Bluetooth®, the USB port, the A/V input, and the SD card slot, or by adding an optional SiriusXM tuner for some satellite radio goodness. Simple controls give you quick access, while the 3.4" LCD display shows off all the song info.
Music galore
Love radio? You can connect a SiriusXM tuner for seriously strong satellite radio programming that won't fade away when you head out of town. You can plug a thumb drive full of tunes into the front-panel USB port for the longest road trips. And for those who want it all, you also get a sensitive AM/FM radio, DVD/CD player, and front aux input for a portable music player.
Bluetooth means wireless
Bluetooth provides you hands-free calling convenience, plus a wireless connection to play songs stored on your smartphone as well as your favorite Internet radio services, like Pandora® or Spotify®. Soundstream built in a sensitive Bluetooth microphone for your calls, located on the receiver's faceplate for a simpler installation.
Cool video options
In addition to being a great display for system and song info, you can also use Soundstream's 3.4" LCD screen to view movies and video from DVDs and other sources when your car is parked. If you want to take your show on the road, connect a video screen to the video output on the VR-345XB and keep your passengers entertained. The receiver will play any MP4 video that you've loaded onto a USB device, SD card, or DVD.
Solid sound and power options
This Soundstream includes a 10-band equalizer and user presets to get that sound just the way you like it. The built-in amplifier offers plenty of power for four speakers, so feel free to spin that spider knob as needed. But if you want a little more oomph, the VR-345XB also includes two sets of preamp outputs for connecting outboard amps or a powered subwoofer.
Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities. Learn more in our article explaining Bluetooth profiles.
Product highlights:
General Features:
- DVD/CD receiver with AM/FM tuner
- 3.4" fold-down detachable LCD display
- fits single-DIN dash openings
Smartphone Features:
- built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming
Audio/Video Features:
- plays CDs, DVDs, SD cards, and USB memory devices,
- 10-band equalizer with user presets
Expandability:
- compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner
- inputs: front USB input (no iPod control), front A/V input (mini), rear-view camera input
- outputs: video output, 4-channel preamp outputs (2-volt front, rear)
Other Information:
- built-in internal amp (20 watts RMS/52 peak x 4 channels)
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # VR-345XB
What's in the box:
Soundstream VR-345XB owner's manual
- Multimedia receiver
- Detachable front-panel (inside face-case)
- Trim-ring (installed)
- Sleeve (installed)
- Wiring harness
- Remote control (CR2025 3V battery installed)
- Hard-shell face-case
- 2 Removal tools
- Backstrap
- 4 ISO-screws
- Rear-support stud
- Self-tapping screw
- Nut
- Washer
- Rubber boot
- Owner's Manual
- Warranty/Registration Card
- Important Note
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Features & specs
Expandability | ||
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AUX Input | Mini (front) | |
Audio/video Input | Mini (front) | |
USB Input | Front | |
USB Port Power | --- | |
Backup Camera Input | Yes | |
Second Camera Input | No | |
CarPlay | No | |
Android Auto | No | |
Siri Control | No | |
Alexa Voice Control | ||
Android Control | Yes | |
Memory Card Slot | USB, SD | |
Bluetooth Compatible | Built-in | |
Satellite Radio Ready | SiriusXM | |
HD Radio | No | |
Navigation | No | |
iPod Compatibility | ||
Full size | N/A | |
Nano | N/A | |
Touch | N/A | |
iPhone | N/A | |
General | ||
RMS Power (CTA-2006) | N/A | |
RMS Power (Manufacturer) | 20 watts | |
Peak Output | 52 watts | |
RMS Power Bandwidth | Not givenHz | |
Preamp Outputs | 4-channel | |
Sub Preamp Outputs | No | |
Switchable Rear Preamp Outputs | No | |
Video Screen | Yes | |
Navigation App Compatible (iOS) | N/A | |
Navigation App Compatible (Android) | N/A | |
Preamp Voltage | 1.5 volts | |
Screen Size | 3.4 | |
Screen Type | N/A | |
Display Color | ||
Key Button Color | Blue | |
EQ Bands | 2 | |
Wireless Remote | Yes | |
Steering Wheel Control Compatible | No | |
Parts Warranty | 1 Year | |
Labor Warranty | 1 Year | |
Tuner | ||
FM Sensitivity | --- | |
European Tuning | Yes | |
Seek/Scan | Seek/Scan | |
Radio Data System | No | |
File Playback | ||
Music File Playback | MP3, WMA | |
High-res Playback | N |
Product Research
Built-in Bluetooth
Disc/SD/USB Playback
SiriusXM & AM/FM Radio
Audio Section
AV Connections
Display & Remote Features
Built-in Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.0: The Soundstream VR-345XB is equipped with built-in Bluetooth 2.0, 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 (Hands Free Profile), PBAB (Phone Book Access Profile).
- Audio Streaming: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).
Hands-Free Communication (w/ Integrated Mic): The VR-345XB supports Bluetooth hands-free communication from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. You can answer an incoming call from the head unit's front-panel controls and carry on a phone conversation hands-free. An integrated front-panel microphone carries on your side of the conversation while your car's speakers are used to hear the other person. You can make a call by entering a phone number from the included remote, selecting a contact from your Phonebook list, or using the Call History Log of received/dialed/missed calls.
Wireless Audio Streaming: The Soundstream VR-345XB allows you to play back stored music and streamed music from your Bluetooth enabled smartphone, tablet, or audio player. You can control basic music playback functions (Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track) from the VR-345XB. Advanced music navigation will still need to be done through your Bluetooth mobile device. This unit does not display song/artist information from connected Bluetooth audio devices. 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.
Disc/SD/USB Playback
Disc Compatibility: The head unit's front-panel must be folded down to insert or eject a disc. The Soundstream VR-345XB supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-Audio and CD-R/RW discs. The unit can play back MP3/WMA music files, MP4 video files, and JPEG photo files recorded onto a compatible DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW disc.
SD-Card Slot: The Soundstream VR-345XB is fitted with a front-panel SD-card slot (hidden behind fold-down front-panel) that will accept SD/SDHC memory cards (up to 64GB). The unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files, MP4 video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a compatible SD/SDHC memory card.
Front-Panel USB Port: The Soundstream VR-345XB is fitted with a front-panel USB (type-A) port for connection of a USB mass storage class device; such as select digital audio players or thumbdrives. The unit supports playback of MP3/WMA music files, MP4 video files, and JPEG photo files stored on a compatible USB MSC device (up to 64GB).
SiriusXM & AM/FM Radio
SiriusXM-Ready: The Soundstream VR-345XB 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 140+ SiriusXM channels via subscription; check out the most popular SiriusXM subscription packages here. Additional features of the SiriusXM Connect tuner include:
AM/FM Tuner: The Soundstream VR-345XB is equipped with an AM/FM tuner with manual, preset, seek, and scan tuning. The built-in tuner offers both seek and scan tuning. You can manually seek stations or scan through each station for 10 seconds. The VR-345XB lets you store up to 18 FM and 12 AM preset stations. These presets can be stored manually or automatically. You can scan through each preset station for 5 seconds. If an analog FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive, you can manually switch the tuner to Mono operation.
Audio Section
MOSFET Amplifier: The Soundstream VR-345XB is equipped with a 20W (RMS) x 4-channel/52W (Peak) x 4-channel MOSFET amplifier.
4Ch/1.5V Pre-Outs: The VR-345XB is fitted with front & rear 1.5-volt RCA outputs to connect an external amplifier with fader control. There are is switchable sub output and no crossover control.
Preset EQ: Five EQ curves are preset into memory, allowing you to recall the best preset EQ curve (Flat, Classic, Pop, Rock, Off/User) for different types of music. The Off/User mode allows you to independently adjust the Bass & Treble.
Loudness: This function enhances low and high frequencies to make the sound clearer lower volumes.
Key Beep: The in-dash head unit provides an audible beep to confirm button operation.
AV Connections
Aux Input: The Soundstream VR-345XB features a front-panel 3.5mm Aux input for connection of a portable audio device with a headphone jack or analog output.
Video Output: A single RCA composite video-output jack allows you to an add external monitor, such as rear headrest monitor (sold separately). The video output can display a DVD, SD-card, or USB video signal when its selected as the receiver's source; regardless if the vehicle's parking brake is engaged or not.
Camera Input: The Camera Input consists of a Composite video RCA jack for connecting an optional backup camera (sold separately - see Accessories Tab). When an optional backup camera is connected to this unit, the rear view image is displayed on the receiver's screen when your vehicle is placed in reverse gear (pink wire of harness must be connected to reverse light wire of vehicle). Automatic video switching takes approximately 2 seconds.
Display & Remote Features
3.4" LCD Screen: The Soundstream VR-345XB features a 3.4" color LCD screen for display of video & photo files, as well as song/artist information. The LCD screen has a resolution of 720x480, a contrast ratio of 400:1, and brightness level of 250 cd/M2. The brightness of the display can be adjusted in 3-steps (low/mid/high).
Parking Brake Detection: For safety reasons, you cannot view a video source on the built-in monitor as long as the vehicle is in motion. In order to display video, the brown wire of the included harness must be hardwired into the vehicle's parking brake light circuit, and the vehicle's parking brake must be engaged.
Fold-down Detachable Front-Panel: The unit's front-panel manually folds down to insert/eject a disc or SD card. You can detach the head unit's front-panel to deter theft (face case included).
IR Remote: The Soundstream VR-345XB includes a 40-button IR remote control for wireless operation of the multimedia unit, including answering and ending a Bluetooth hands-free phone call.
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