Kenwood DNX6960 Overview

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Kenwood Dnx6980

Brand New Kenwood DNX6980 6.1" Touchscreen Double Din DVD\CD\MP3\WMA\AAC Navigation Receiver With BluetoothFeatures:General features:In-dash DVD\CD player with AM\FM tunerBuilt-in internal amplifier6.1" touchscreen with variable color button illumination3 user-selectable GUI (Graphical User Interfaces)Built-in navigation with maps ...

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[pantherssamuel]

ive seen where several ppl have said it is slow what is your opinion on that?

[usbseawolf2000]

@pantherssamuel - It doesn't bother me. If it boots 5-10 seconds faster, it'll be nice. That's the time I find myself ready to drive away and having to wait. The GPS reception is almost instant even after parked in the garage overnight.

[phattvids]

Junk, I hate mine

[jaymin008]

Does this thing Support Backup Camera????....

[XxDirtyMoneyIslandxX]

Mr.Miyagi just got a new kenwood :O

[mitch1356]

I really really reallllly hope that's your girlfriend's music.

[Tamonss1016]

how are you controlling the ipod from the iphone itself?!?! this device does not have a HANDS MODE and when i connect my ipod classic 120gb to my head unit it disables control.

[usbseawolf2000]

@Tamonss1016 - Three ways to do it.

1) Use the touch screen on the head unit (in iPod screen)

2) Steering wheel audio control buttons

3) Use the remote that came with the head unit

[4444johnnyboy4444]

hahaa you live in my area ^^

[JoeDaFivefoota]

ATT means "Attenuate" not Attention! But good vid, I plan on getting this HU

[CHICOZTACOS]

Nice review.

[deadlyninja28]

why does it take forever?

[cityandlights2011]

I'm thinking about getting a kenwood touch screen navigation this summer or spring, but i dont want to change my sound system because it's beast, so can i just hook up my sound system to the Kendwood, without buying a brand new sound system?

Thanks!

Please respond

[usbseawolf2000]

@cityandlights2011 - Sure, it should be plug and play. In the rear of DNX6960 are the standard RCA connectors to go to the amplifier(s). I am assuming your current sound system is aftermarket.

[thetruedarknight]

Hey man, thanks for the video, really helpful. I am really considering getting this unit. I have a JVC now but one problem I have is finding songs on my usb...it just takes too long navigating thru the menus. I saw somewhere this has voice command. Can you please demo that or let me know how well that works with music from a usb drive. I'll really appreciate that. Thanks.

[usbseawolf2000]

@thetruedarknight - The Voice feature is only for the bluetooth (AFAIK). For the contacts, you can tag them with your own voice recording. The unit uses it to recognize the contact and display the phone number.

[fixitmekanik412]

I would like to know what camera are you using for your youtube videos. Your videos are nice and clear. Thanks

[usbseawolf2000]

@fixitmekanik412 - Panasonic Lumix ZS3. It was recorded at 720p in H.264 format.

[Moroccan4lifeone]

how do u know this unit will actually fit in ur car radio slot?

[usbseawolf2000]

@Moroccan4lifeone - It is a standard double DIN unit. Check if your car can take double DIN on crutchfield or amazon.

[derdawa]

The unit maybe perfect but the Navigation is horrible. I purchased this and with in a week I have found 4 schools not listed that have been sitting in the same spot for 10 to over 35 years. I could not even find the schools by entering the exact address. Due to this I am not even able to make them a POI and upload it. I travel to different public schools and this is bad...

[usbseawolf2000]

@derdawa - You can upload custom POI. You can even upgrade to the latest map with POI. There is no official upgrade offered by Kenwood so you'll have to search around. There is a mini USB port in the back that works just like portable Garmin Navs. Search for Kenwoodforums dotcom for more info.

[derdawa]

@usbseawolf2000 We have tried the place that installed which is a national brand name can't even get it to upload the stuff. We hooked up to the internet. It is just annoying the other gps systems can find this stuff but this one can not... It only cost me 1400 to buy it and install it all I get back is the product cost... Not happy... When Garmin and Kenwood can't help fix the issue what can I say, besides a wast of money...

[XxmichaeldxX13]

PRIUS FTW

[Thegarmendia]

Sir you have made a great point on another comment. We all know no Navi is perfect. But would you recommend this model? Here are the things I look for in a Navi. First off I absolutely love the Garmin interface, so thats a plus with this unit. I also want reliability this unit will be placed in my daily driver car. I also want excellent Blue tooth quality, and stable usb/iPod/ connectivity. I don't want a unit that often looses connection with your audio devices. How would you rate this unit?

[usbseawolf2000]

@Thegarmendia - I highly recommend this model. It sounds so awesome since it is an eXcelon. I think it is a better deal than DNX6160.

Overall, I would say it is very reliable. It grabs the GPS signal very quick and it is very accurately. I am still very happy with this purchase.

I use the iPod cable to connect my iPhone4 and it is clicks to lock the cable in securely. I never had issue with the connection hardware or software wise. Sometimes iPhone4 Bluetooth does not connect automatically.

[usbseawolf2000]

@Thegarmendia - If the Bluetooth does not connect automatically, I can browse through the menu to have it connected. Some annoyance but only sometimes. The Nav gave me black screen a few times. When that happened everything else worked fine. I think Garmin Nav has it's own processor.

Overall, I think it is a solid unit but it has some bugs. Kenwood has not come out with a new firmware but Garmin had one (just the Nav portion). 

[CHAMPING2]

This video was great thank you so much now I can make a decision if I m going to buy it

[LoopaDoop11]

Thanks for making this video. It helped me decide on this unit.

Very helpful video!

[irod12313]

does the screen still look nice and bright when bright sun hits it?

[usbseawolf2000]

@irod12313 - Yes, I have no issue with the screen with the sun light. I don't even have the brightness all the way up. Check out the screenshots taken in bright sunlight outside.

[usbseawolf2000]

@irod12313 - Check out the screenshots I posted on Priuschat, taken in bright sunlight outside.

[Bluevegas]

can you use Sirius radio with this?

[usbseawolf2000]

@Bluevegas Yes, you need to get additional module for Sirius or HD radio.

[philly224life]

will this work for the 2010 jeep wrangler unlimited?

[usbseawolf2000]

@philly224life - If you have double DIN deck, you can install it.

[ayala114]

@philly224life i wouldnt put it in a jeep just because..ANYONE can get into a jeep and take shit if its with the plastic windows

[casualt86]

does it have there a removabel faceplate?

[JoaquinSerrapio]

This thing comes with a fucking remote?! im getting this for sure, how much does this cost?

[usbseawolf2000]

@JoaquinSerrapio - You can get DNX6960 with KCAIP301V iPod cable for $750 after rebate. See the post on KenwoodForums com

[X1lunytunes]

@usbseawolf2000 ......if you had a choice to go with the pioneer X920bt or this what would you go with??? whats better??

[usbseawolf2000]

@X1lunytunes - No unit is perfect and there are pluses and minuses with all the units. It really depends on what is important to you. On PriusChat, there are owners switching from Pioneer and JVC to Kenwood units and they are happier with it.

[skybleu25]

@JoaquinSerrapio Lol, most stereo receivers come with remotes...

[JoaquinSerrapio]

@skybleu25 LOL did not know that -_-'

[ktbdaviper316]

How do you use the sms feature on ths unit? I has my phone sync with the unit but i am unable to click yes on sms "on"

[usbseawolf2000]

@ktbdaviper316 - SMS is not supported with my phone when I checked on KenwoodUSA site. Hopefully future firmware supports it.

[atomicfart3514]

Does it take that long to load up the rearview too?

[usbseawolf2000]

@atomicfart3514 - No, the backup camera doesn't have to wait until the unit is booted. See Spearfish's video that he installed in 370Z. Notice that I booted into Garmin Navi and Spearfish booted into Standby resulting in faster speed.

[Soniclove21]

Where is the micro sd card located? Does it has security or does the face plate come off for security?

[usbseawolf2000]

@Soniclove21 Micro SD card cover is at the lower left corner. It has some security code that I can set. I have not bother with it yet. The face plate does not come off.

[ladominante89]

Would be able to help me out we have that same stereo when we connect to bluetooth we are able to make call but they cant hear me i hear them and i have the mic on top by the steering wheel pls Help

[usbseawolf2000]

@ladominante89 Make sure you plugged the mic cable in all the way. I believe it is like a headphone jack connector. You need to insert it all the way to make a good connection.

[usbseawolf2000]

Panasonic Lumix ZS3. It records 720p in H.264 format - almost Bluray quality.

[magnumblackburn]

what camera are using usually you can't see whats on a screen

[thebionicpig]

Excellent Job!!

[jlaroco525]

Nice video! I look forward to seeing the iPod/iPhone overview as well.

Btw, do you plan on getting the rear view camera some time in the future? If you ever do, it'd be nice to see that in action too!

[usbseawolf2000]

@jlaroco525: I plan to do another video to cover iPhone and DVD video. I just got the cable and will be installing it over the weekend.

I am not planning to get a backup camera since my Prius already has it. Sorry, you are going to have to find another owner.

[jlaroco525]

Nice. I never knew the Prius had a backup camera.

Seeing a vid of the camera in action isn't a big deal to me anyway. I'll be more than happy once I see the iPhone integration.

Oh, and thanks for posting the videos. It's really a big help to those of us deciding on a new head unit.

[vapt4life]

the left side of this unit can you alter the colors? if so what colors can you choose from. Thanks

[usbseawolf2000]

The panel illumination comes with 10 different colors. You can adjust RGB values and save it in 3 preset colors. Basically, it can adjust to any color to match your car.

[usbseawolf2000]

My Blackberry 9000 and my wife's iPhone 3G does not support SMS according to Kenwood Bluetooth compatibility list. I don't know which phone has the support.

[tnavarrete1981]

have u beeb able to get the SMS to wk on ur Nav?