Kenwood Delivers Flagship In-dash Dvd Receiver With Voice Control Of Navigation And Audio Features

May 18, 2009 - PRLog -- The new flagship model, the Kenwood eXcelon DNX9140 ($2,100 suggested retail price), is a ‘best-in-class’ DVD receiver with a high resolution WVGA touchscreen control, built-in advanced navigation technology by Garmin and the industry’s most comprehensive voice control system that provides the utmost in hands-free operation.    

Kenwood’s voice control feature allows the user to fully operate the navigation system and utilize features such as entering addresses, choosing menu options and selecting points of interest.  The voice control system will also operate the audio and video systems, allowing the user to control any of the connected or built-in sources with common functions such as search, selection, and display information as well as manage audio control functions.  Through the addition of built-in Bluetooth by Parrot, the DNX9140 has compatibility with the widest range of cell phones and smartphones including iPhone and BlackBerry.  High performance audio is made possible through an on-board DSP processor, providing true 5.1 surround-sound and digital time alignment.  

The DNX9140 has an advanced USB platform that supports high-speed operation of iPod, iPhone, mass storage devices, and Kenwood’s Advanced Bus (KAB) that allows connection to satellite radio and HD Radio (optional iPod, HD Radio or satellite radio accessories are required).  Last but not least, the DNX9140 offers variable key illumination which allows the user to match the look of the backlit buttons along the bottom of the screen to their interior lighting.  The DNX9140 carries a two-year limited warranty and is only available from authorized Kenwood eXcelon retailers.

For more information please visit: http://www.kenwoodusa.com/Car_Entertainment/eXcelon/Mobil...

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Founded in 1961, Kenwood USA Corporation is a leading developer and manufacturer of audio and video products for home, car, and personal use. Offering more than 250 products. Kenwood is one of the top three selling brands of audio and video in the USA.