Looking For a Deck That Has NAV, Bluetooth, and Voice recognition.

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11-28-2011, 07:59 AM

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Blacksmoke

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Originally Posted by discodave

Check this one out. After the rebate it's about 1300 bucks but you can probably find it cheaper somewhere else. Here are some features:

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_113DNX9...rand%7cKenwood

Kenwood DNX9980HD:
- Built in Garmin Navigation (the best in my opinion)
- Bluetooth
- Voice Controls
- Pandora Internet Radio
- HD Radio
- Ipod Ready (just need a cable)

I have a similiar unit, but mine doesn't have the voice commands option. The iPod interface is really good. I just keep it in the glove compartment and use the touch screen on the unit to navigate through the iPod.

I've always been a big Kenwood fan, but I'm sure others aren't.

The bottom line here is that Kenwood has the Garmin interface for navigation, and Garmin is by far ahead of the game when it comes to Navigation.

Thanks!
I'm gonna consider this one as well as that Pioneer Z130

11-28-2011, 08:20 AM

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outceltj

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I was picky when it came to a new head unit also. The kenwoods seemed ok but the interface scrolling seemed sluggish and slow. Start up times on most head units suck. I went with Alpine. Screen is on in seconds. Good navigation and hands free but its not voice command. However the newer ones might be. My main concern was start up times and smoothness of the touch screen. I think the technology isnt there yet for the head units. Or atleast a bit slow to get going.