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Kenwood DNX5120 6.1-Inch-Wide Double-DIN In-Dash Navigation with USB/iPod Direct Control/DVD Receiver
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Kenwood DNX5120
(4 out of 5) by D. Roberts on Oct 23, 2008I really like the Garmin GPS.
Otherwise, the user interface leaves a bit to be desired. It will do most anything, but I often need to consult the manual.
Overall, I am pleased.
Otherwise, the user interface leaves a bit to be desired. It will do most anything, but I often need to consult the manual.
Overall, I am pleased.
1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
KENWOOD DNX5120 Toyota 4Runner Fit
(3 out of 5) by B---- on Feb 4, 2009If you want to install this in a Toyota 4Runner there is a problem because its a double DIN and when you remove the stock radio there isn't enough room.
The stock radio and the compartment below it have to go but it's still too narrow so it has to be modified.
It also sticks out about 3/4" because the AC duct is right behind it and it can't be modified.
I just finished installing mine in my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5. It works great but you have to live with the poor fit.
The stock radio and the compartment below it have to go but it's still too narrow so it has to be modified.
It also sticks out about 3/4" because the AC duct is right behind it and it can't be modified.
I just finished installing mine in my 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5. It works great but you have to live with the poor fit.
0 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
I would not purchase it again, but now that I have I'll enjoy it.
(3 out of 5) by J. Morris on Dec 4, 2008 (nh)If only the ddx-5120 -
1. Had six channels to run four speakers and a sub...
As it is I had to split the front and rear off one channel, which means no front/rear balance control.
2. I got the headunit optional box that is supposed to be compatible with the xm/sirius tuners (plug and play) so you can control the sat. radio thru the headunit. My installer opened two dif. new boxes, swapped out wires, etc. to conclude this headunit software doesn't work with the tuners... yet. perhaps a software update.
3. the bluetooth didn't sound like you were talking out of a metal trash can. Absolutely wonderful, otherwise.
4. The zones on the audio control didn't lockup (ie. become unchangable) after you set them... requring a hard reset.
5. It came with built-in nav... yes I know this unit does not have it and those purchasing it should know better. I made a mistake thinking I wouldn't add it and then did for more than if I purchased the dnx-5210. However, that unit has even less channel output options so I guess I'm glad I stuck with this one.
6. Updating the software was simpler(ver. 1.5 now available at this time, whereas mine just out of the box 2 weeks ago has 1.4). I download, burn a disc, insert, and all I get is "software update" on screen. Looks right, but fails to install new version.
7. There is not some easy way to shut the screen off when driving at night, or at least dim it. If you dim it, you better remember to undim it before daylight or you'll have a very dif. time seeing the button to undim it the next day. I have yet to find out if I can turn it off completely at night, as others allow. Perhaps someone can tell me how to do that... Very annoying.
8. That the nav system doesn't come with the latest Garmin software, and the update is neither easy to install nor free from Garmin.
I will not suffer as the ddx-5120 has great sound, and great interfaces with bluetooth, navigation, ipod, (not yet sat. radio, however). It simplifies driving in a really nice way... no fumbling around to get the phone, change tunes on the ipod, or nav system. Sound cuts out/pauses where you are when the blue/nav system need to tell you something... no pushing pause to hear a call or directions. Really nice, plus I love the volume knob. My last headunit had push buttons for volume control, which I will never get again... That's why I stayed away from the DDX-7 series. You need a pencil eraser to control the buttons, if you can find them at night! Perhaps the other units out there (Pioneer, Alpine) are just as flawed as this or worse... I, however, would try them now that I found all the drawbacks with this one. But, seeing how I've invest a ridiculous amount in this system, I intend to live with and be happy for years to come. The sound, even from the built-in tuner (which I used before adding an Alpine PDX amp) is wonderful! Good luck.
1. Had six channels to run four speakers and a sub...
As it is I had to split the front and rear off one channel, which means no front/rear balance control.
2. I got the headunit optional box that is supposed to be compatible with the xm/sirius tuners (plug and play) so you can control the sat. radio thru the headunit. My installer opened two dif. new boxes, swapped out wires, etc. to conclude this headunit software doesn't work with the tuners... yet. perhaps a software update.
3. the bluetooth didn't sound like you were talking out of a metal trash can. Absolutely wonderful, otherwise.
4. The zones on the audio control didn't lockup (ie. become unchangable) after you set them... requring a hard reset.
5. It came with built-in nav... yes I know this unit does not have it and those purchasing it should know better. I made a mistake thinking I wouldn't add it and then did for more than if I purchased the dnx-5210. However, that unit has even less channel output options so I guess I'm glad I stuck with this one.
6. Updating the software was simpler(ver. 1.5 now available at this time, whereas mine just out of the box 2 weeks ago has 1.4). I download, burn a disc, insert, and all I get is "software update" on screen. Looks right, but fails to install new version.
7. There is not some easy way to shut the screen off when driving at night, or at least dim it. If you dim it, you better remember to undim it before daylight or you'll have a very dif. time seeing the button to undim it the next day. I have yet to find out if I can turn it off completely at night, as others allow. Perhaps someone can tell me how to do that... Very annoying.
8. That the nav system doesn't come with the latest Garmin software, and the update is neither easy to install nor free from Garmin.
I will not suffer as the ddx-5120 has great sound, and great interfaces with bluetooth, navigation, ipod, (not yet sat. radio, however). It simplifies driving in a really nice way... no fumbling around to get the phone, change tunes on the ipod, or nav system. Sound cuts out/pauses where you are when the blue/nav system need to tell you something... no pushing pause to hear a call or directions. Really nice, plus I love the volume knob. My last headunit had push buttons for volume control, which I will never get again... That's why I stayed away from the DDX-7 series. You need a pencil eraser to control the buttons, if you can find them at night! Perhaps the other units out there (Pioneer, Alpine) are just as flawed as this or worse... I, however, would try them now that I found all the drawbacks with this one. But, seeing how I've invest a ridiculous amount in this system, I intend to live with and be happy for years to come. The sound, even from the built-in tuner (which I used before adding an Alpine PDX amp) is wonderful! Good luck.