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Pioneer AVH-P6000DVD Review
2008-04-15 18:22:00
Pioneer has always been producing the highest of quality for their customers. They have earned themselves a respectable and trustworthy name. Any product that has that pioneer logo will live up to its expectations. Pioneer’s AVH-P6000DVD it another one of their quality in-dash receivers with a lot of options. To start off, this unit is a double DIN receiver. Good thing too. How else are you going to have the room for a built-in 6 disc changer? In addition to the disc changer, the double DIN also provides space for a 7” widescreen LCD display. The 7” widescreen renders this unit perfect for watching your favorite DVD’s. The built in disc changer will hold and play both CDs (including CD-R and CD-RW) and DVDs (including DVD±R/RW), as well as DivX, AAC, MP3, and WMA. A lot o
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Alpine iDA-X100 / iDA-X200 Review
2008-04-10 18:31:00
Alpine has always been a trusted company when it has come to car audio. They have constantly and consistently produced quality units for the needs of the people. The newer in-dashes from Alpine are no different. The Alpine iDA-X100 and the iDA-x200 continue the Alpine legacy of superior products. Both the Alpine iDA-X100 and the Alpine iDA-X200 are fully iPod compatible and house a USB/full speed direct connection made specifically for the iPod. They allow full access to the iPod from the in-dash and Alpine has made it easy for the user to navigate and search through the iPod. The iPod connection is becoming more and more popular among in-dash units and Alpine has really done it right. Along with being iPod ready, the Alpine iDA-X100 and Alpine iDA-X200 come ready for all of the fo
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Pioneer AVH-P4000DVD Review
2008-04-08 19:04:00
For some of us, there comes a time when the factory in-dash simply doesn’t cut it anymore. We then turn to the plethora of after market in-dash units. However, some of us feel limited because we need to find a double DIN in-dash unit. It is a little harder to find then, but they are still out there. For those that know of that pain and have been through it, come to appreciate a well built, quality double DIN head unit. For those that might be approaching this decision should look into the Pioneer AVH-P4000DVD. For the amount of features that this name brand unit has, the price is a bargain. To begin, the Pioneer AVH-P4000 DVD provides a great solution to all the space that a double DIN offers with a 6.1” widescreen display. Of course, the screen is a touchscreen as that is beco


JVC KD-AV7100 Review
2008-04-03 15:05:00
TO BE RELEASED MAY 2008Another great release expected in late first quarter of 2008 by JVC is the versatile KD-AV7100. It's a multimedia receiver with a retractable 7" wide touch-screen LCD display. The monitor slides nicely into the single DIN chassis and provides the screen with protection and an unseen security measure. It essentially utilize the idea of "out of sight, out of mind", avoiding notice from any scavenging thief on the streets.This great single DIN receiver is also capable of playing a wide range of media formats from the rare VCD, DivX, and MPEG1/2, to the more popular MP3 and WMA. Of course, it is also capable of typical DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD-R/RW playback. In addition, the KD-AV7100 has 5.1 Dolby Digital and Pro Logic capable audio output, giving the unit a significant advan


Jensen VM9312 / DUAL XDVD8181 Reviews
2008-04-03 14:54:00
Jensen and DUAL have both been recognized as some of the most affordable electronics brands available in the mobile electronics industry. It's especially difficult then when two brands like these release two identical products that are also priced similarly. Hopefully this review will help you decide on which in-dash touchscreen receivers you want by identifying some of the features most important to you.Jensen VM9312Let's start with the Jensen VM9312. The unit is a single DIN size receiver with a motorized, flip-out screen. The screen itself is quite large, showing off a 7" touchscreen that tucks away quite nicely into the single DIN receiver. It looks like a standard CD player when the screen is retracted, protecting the unit from coveting eyes and possible break-ins.The head unit plays


Jensen VM9022 Review
2008-04-03 14:46:00
The demand for double DIN receivers is greater than ever. More and more cars have larger, double DIN receiver mounts, allowing for greater multimedia potential. Consumers are now given the opportunity to have an LCD screen as large as 7" installed within their dashboard.Many of these receivers with built-in LCD screens are not affordable for most consumers and typically, only the biggest fans of the car audio industry would be willing to spend the money to get them. Pioneer, Kenwood, and JVC are marketing these units anywhere from $800 to over $1000. Enter the Jensen VM9022 at an affordable $500, an affordable double DIN receiver with a 6.5" LCD monitor.ProsThe first good thing about this unit is the affordable price. It's significantly less than most major brands, and it's still packed wi


2008 Arsenal Series Review
2008-04-03 14:24:00
IntroductionIn February of 2008, JVC released an entire line of brand new Arsenal Series in-dash head units. First available on the market February 9, 2008, these Arsenal Series receivers set the new standard of what is to be the new generation of mobile audio and video entertainment.The market could no longer settle for a typical CD player with AM/FM capabilities because technology is advancing incredibly fast. To answer the demand for high tech integrations, JVC released their car stereo systems that are equipped to fit the needs of modern day consumers.Note: This review is a general overview of the entire JVC Arsenal Series receivers, please check back soon to see detailed reviews of specific products.ProsJVC Arsenal head units are designed for specific needs. The great thing about the


Alpine IVA-W505 Review, Part III: Navigation and Summary
2008-05-14 19:20:00
Navigation ReadyAlong with the the plethora of features already highlighted on the previous posts, the Alpine IVA-W505 also features the ability to dock the Alpine PMD-B200 Black Bird II portable GPS navigation device. The front screen flips down and the GPS navigation unit is stored in a fitted location. Users could then use the Alpine IVA-W505 7" screen to control and navigate with the unit. Sin
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Alpine IVA-W505 Review, Part II: Audio Features
2008-05-14 18:56:00
Audio FeaturesThis double DIN receiver features a few audio enhancement technologies that is sure to please any audiophile out there. We've already mentioned its 5.1 Dolby Digital capability with an optical digital output. In addition to that, the Alpine IVA-W505 features a high-pass filter that channels all high-frequency sounds to the appropriate tweeter or speaker, allowing your subwoofer or lo
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Alpine IVA-W505 Review, Part I: Multimedia
2008-05-14 16:39:00
Alpine has competed well with Pioneer and Kenwood in the car audio industry, especially with in dash receivers. Coming soon to retailers summer 2008 is another one of Alpine’s arsenal in the receiver battle, the IVA-W505 double DIN receiver.DisplayFirst look of the Alpine IVA-W505 reveals a very stylish display that is both clear and full of color depth. The graphical user interface looks very m
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Clarion MAX385VD Review (MAX 385VD)
2008-05-22 15:33:00
The Clarion MAX385VD is a double DIN receiver capable of diverse multimedia playback as well as a variety of expandability options available for the unit. The Clarion MAX385VD features a 6.5" LCD touchscreen that is capable of displaying DVD movies and of course any media information being played.The 6.5" screen is a nice fit for this unit, placed right at the center of the unit instead of off-cen


Jensen VM9212N Review (VM-9212)
2008-05-29 17:13:00
The Jensen VM family of single DIN in dash multimedia receiver are all specialized in various needs of the consumer. The Jensen VM9212N is specially designed to satisfy the need for navigation functionality in the vehicle without spending an astronomical amount of money in the attempt to do so. With the VM9212N, consumers are able to purchase an additional navigation module that will allow the uni


Absolute USA DD858 Review (DD-858)
2008-05-29 14:58:00
The Absolute DD858 is a very, very affordable double DIN receiver that features both audio and video playback in almost any format. Where most other brands is set at around $450 and up for a basic double DIN audio/video receiver, the DD-858 is set very cheap at $299, while featuring some of the most coveted functions such as iPod playback, audio/video support, TV tuner, and even backup camera inpu


Clarion VRX785BT Review (VRX-785BT)
2008-05-30 10:00:00
Clarion released a single-DIN multimedia receiver with a retractable 7" LCD touchscreen monitor that is also navigation ready. This top-tier product showcases one of the most attractive front-panel design with reliability and performance that is virtually second to none.The Clarion VRX785BT features a high-contrast LCD display that is perfectly beyond just "suitable" for watching movies, in fact,
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Blaupunkt Key West MP38 Review
2008-05-31 15:49:00
The Blaupunkt Key West MP38 is a brand new 2008 released car stereo receiver with full Bluetooth and iPod support. The unit is the upgrade to Blaupunkt's previous Key West release, the Key West MP36. The Key West MP38 features a highly improved front panel design that is both attractive and modern in appearance. The dot matrix display features back-lighting that could be easily adjusted to any one


DUAL XDVD8183 Review (XDVD-8183)
2008-06-26 12:19:00
A versatile and new way of watching movies in your car, the Dual XDVD8183. Imagine having the ability to play your favorite DVD movies in your vehicle without a ceiling-mount LCD monitor or a bulky double DIN DVD head unit. The XDVD8183 features a retractable 7" LCD monitor that is both touchscreen and wide 16:9 resolution.Display The great thing about the XDVD8183 is its ability to retract the la


JVC KW-AVX810 Review (KWAVX810)
2008-06-20 14:22:00
The brand new 2008-released JVC KW-AVX810 features technology unique only to the unit itself. It's feature packed and capable of playing all of your favorite movies, music, and even capable of displaying your photographs. Detachable screen?? The JVC KW-AVX810 showcases a widescreen 7" LCD touchscreen display that is complete in depth and full in color. You won't have a problem watching your movie


Power Acoustik PTID-8001N Review (PTID8001N)
2008-06-27 14:28:00
The Power Acoustik PTID-8001N is a single DIN receiver with an oversized 8” monitor. The PTID-8001N is unique in its design, shedding what would otherwise be a bulky double DIN chassis. Instead, the receiver features a single DIN chassis that does not retract, but hangs down from its mount instead. Though the design requires a much more spacious installation clearance, the added advantage is its


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