Kenwood DNX5120
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Just picked up one of these for my '08 XB. Has anyone installed one of these? Would love to see some pics. If so, is it compatible with steering wheel controls or iPod/Aux connections?
Also, I need to get an install kit as the dealer did not have one. Paid $799 for the unit including NAV. I specifically like the Garmin interface and the fact it is SD Card driven.
thanks in advance.
Also, I need to get an install kit as the dealer did not have one. Paid $799 for the unit including NAV. I specifically like the Garmin interface and the fact it is SD Card driven.
thanks in advance.
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I have a Kenwood eXcelon KVT-815DVD installed in my xB2, but I reeeeeeally want to upgrade to the DNX8120...
But install should be a snap. Get a wiring harness and a double din kit from a local stereo shop.
Steering controls will not be retained. You'll need to get an interface from PAC or another couple retailers.
And iPod/Aux connections are lost as well. You will have to get either the hi-speed cord for the Kenwood or the cord with the box. Your dealer should be able to let you know!
But install should be a snap. Get a wiring harness and a double din kit from a local stereo shop.
Steering controls will not be retained. You'll need to get an interface from PAC or another couple retailers.
And iPod/Aux connections are lost as well. You will have to get either the hi-speed cord for the Kenwood or the cord with the box. Your dealer should be able to let you know!
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yeah i just got one off of ebay for $599, need to do an install. you can get the double din kit and harness from this seller on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/METRA...QQcmdZViewItem
fast shipment too.
fast shipment too.
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I have the DDX512 (same unit without nav) and totally love it (not bad for $350).
You'll need the KCA-iP300V (usually around $30) and the PAC Audio SWI-JACK for your steering wheel controls. The install is beyond easy; Scion really had the a/v ****** in mind when they designed this car.
The iPod interface is SLICK. It makes scrolling through a big library really easy, and the video playback is dead-on. I'm so glad I went with Kenwood.
You'll need the KCA-iP300V (usually around $30) and the PAC Audio SWI-JACK for your steering wheel controls. The install is beyond easy; Scion really had the a/v ****** in mind when they designed this car.
The iPod interface is SLICK. It makes scrolling through a big library really easy, and the video playback is dead-on. I'm so glad I went with Kenwood.
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Originally Posted by jpauletteUSAF
I have the DDX512 (same unit without nav) and totally love it (not bad for $350).
You'll need the KCA-iP300V (usually around $30) and the PAC Audio SWI-JACK for your steering wheel controls. The install is beyond easy; Scion really had the a/v ****** in mind when they designed this car.
The iPod interface is SLICK. It makes scrolling through a big library really easy, and the video playback is dead-on. I'm so glad I went with Kenwood.![Smile](https://www.scionlife.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
You'll need the KCA-iP300V (usually around $30) and the PAC Audio SWI-JACK for your steering wheel controls. The install is beyond easy; Scion really had the a/v ****** in mind when they designed this car.
The iPod interface is SLICK. It makes scrolling through a big library really easy, and the video playback is dead-on. I'm so glad I went with Kenwood.
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The PAC Audio website confirms both the compatibility of the DDX512 to the PAC SWI-JACK and the steering wheel controls. It's not listed on Crutchfield, and they've been wrong before.
I bought it anyway, and everything worked out okay
I bought it anyway, and everything worked out okay
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great! gonna get me one. any pics of ddx512 or dnx5120 installed in our xB's? this could be the official DNX5120 or DDX512 thread with all the necessary info, install questions, and application mods or what not... =D
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YEAH! I got some pics coming up this weekend. My cousin did it for me, only problem was that the unit sticks out and isn't flush like oem. He was trying and trying to make it flush but just couldnt make it happen...oh well, still looks good. Less for me to reach. The PAC-SWI-JACK worked perfect, definitely needed that. Was your's fitted flush into the dash ipauletteUSAF?
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here's mines...not as fancy looking as the avic f900bt, but the garmin unit is solid! i have PAC SWI JACK on this also to retain steering wheel controls, cost about $38 on ebay. the whole harness and double din fittings all purchased on ebay.
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Here's my install.....
We also added the Bluetooth unit and iPod control. The iPod control even displays album artwork. I had the AUX port in the Scion conntected to the head unit and also added steering wheel controls. I think all told, I spent $800, including install.
![](https://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn210/ezlntodd/IMG_2779.jpg)
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We also added the Bluetooth unit and iPod control. The iPod control even displays album artwork. I had the AUX port in the Scion conntected to the head unit and also added steering wheel controls. I think all told, I spent $800, including install.
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![](https://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn210/ezlntodd/IMG_2778.jpg)
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