Kenwood DNX697S 6.8" CD/DVD Receiver with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Navigation

Highlights

6.8" WVGA Monitor
High-Resolution Audio
Customizable Multi Widget Screen
USB Mirroring for iPhone and Android
Dash Camera Link
4 Camera Inputs
Bluetooth & HD Radio
3 Preouts 5V

Advanced Navigation

Guidance by Garmin
Equipped with the industry leading Garmin navigation software, offering a variety of display options to make your driving easier such as Lane Assist.

Garmin 3D Terrain View
With the Garmin 3D Terrain View, life-like map contours will be displayed at low zoom levels, giving you a realistic perspective of the terrain in available areas. Previously, users were limited to simply displaying the elevation and grade levels as text on a flat map. Now, true perspectives can be achieved in a 3D format! The mapping view will reflect the curves in real time.

Smartphone Connectivity

Safe, Smart and Comprehensive Control with Apple CarPlay™
Apple CarPlay™ is a safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Simply talk to Siri or touch the receiver’s display to get directions from Apple Maps, make phone calls, listen to voicemail, send and receive texts, and listen to music from Apple Music or your favorite 3rd party streaming services like Pandora and Spotify, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. With the latest iOS version (iOS 12.0 and higher), 3rd party navigation apps like Google Maps™ and Waze™ are also supported.

Android Auto for Easy Connectivity
Android Auto was designed with safety in mind, helping you to minimize distractions and stay focused on the road. KENWOOD’s multimedia receivers combine an intuitive voice controlled interface with a large touch screen and superior sound quality, making it the perfect complement for your in-car life. You can even listen to and control music from your favorite streaming services like Pandora and Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze.

- To use Android Auto on your car display, you’ll need an Android Auto compatible vehicle or aftermarket stereo, an Android phone running Android 5.0 or higher, and the Android Auto app.

True Mirroring via USB for iPhone & Android, 2-Way Touch Control for Android
True Mirroring allows you to display and control your smartphone on the receiver screen via USB. You can enjoy your favorite apps on a large display with impressive sound quality. Before starting True Mirroring, just install the free app “Mirroring for KENWOOD” on your smartphone and connect it to the receiver via Bluetooth as well as a USB cable.

USB Mirroring with iPhone has the following restrictions:
1) During USB mirroring on iOS device, when a call is received, USB mirroring disconnects and needs to be manually reconnected.
2) USB Mirroring is not compatible with the original Music application on the iPhone.
3) USB Mirroring is disconnected when the iPhone goes to the sleep mode.
4) Some apps may have additional restrictions.

Equipped with the Intuitive KENWOOD Music Mix
Up to 5 Bluetooth® devices can be connected to the receiver at the same time, allowing you to take turns streaming music with your friends and family.

Dual Phone Connection
While you are connected through Bluetooth, with a touch of a button you can switch between two phones.

Control the Receiver from Your Smartphone with the KENWOOD Remote App S
A smartphone application can control most basic functions of the receiver over the Bluetooth connection of the paired phone (iPhone or Android).

The Best Audio Experience

Rich and Immersive High-Resolution Audio
High-Resolution Audio is high-quality sound that far exceeds CD standards, and can play 192kHz / 24Bit sampling DSP. It captures and beautifully expresses details and nuances from the ultra-high to low frequencies.

Optimal Sound Performance with 13 Band Graphic EQ and Time Alignment
Use the graphic equalizer to tailor the sound quality to your unique tastes. Additional sound staging is available with the Time Alignment feature, designed to provide optimal sound performance.

FLAC Support
Compatible with a broad range of audio file formats such as FLAC and WAV, to MP3, WMA and AAC.

High Quality Audio Parts Supporting High-Resolution Audio Reproduction
To ensure the best possible sound quality, the receivers use custom-made and carefully selected parts, such as audio quality power supply capacitors and high quality coupling capacitors. These parts are further optimized through meticulous tuning of the component values and circuit paths.

Playable FULL HD Video Files
You can play back from USB devices audio and video files compressed in various formats.

Video Codecs
MPEG4 Playable up to 1920 × 1080p
H.264 Playable up to 1920 × 1080p
MKV Playable up to 1920 × 1080p
WMV Playable up to 1920 × 1080p

USB sources are available on rear monitor via video output. The powerful Dual USB provides max 1.5A quick charge for selected Android and 1.0A charge for iPhone.

Safe Driving

Enjoy the Many Infotainment Features Available on the iDatalink Maestro RR
When an Automotive Data Solutions iDatalink Maestro RR is connected to a compatible KENWOOD receiver, it provides a seamless interface with factory infotainment features such as Satellite Radio, USB Media Player, Bluetooth hands-free and music streaming. Factory driver assistance systems and cameras are also retained and work as they did originally. Parking sensor display and dynamic parking guide lines are also added in supported vehicles on the rear camera screen. Vehicle information such as HVAC, performance information, and TPMS can also be displayed. Radar detector information can also be displayed on the screen when used with a compatible K40 or ESCORT* radar detector system. ESCORT compatible with Maestro RR2 only.

Rear View Camera Input with Parking Guidelines
An optional rear view camera enhances safety while backing up and monitoring behind your vehicle. Built-in, adjustable parking guidelines further add to its effectiveness.

4 Camera Inputs
To enable a smarter driving experience, receivers featuring 4 camera inputs allow for the utmost in convenience, flexibility, and safety. With 4 camera inputs, you can connect a front camera, a KENWOOD dashboard camera (DRV-N520 sold separately), and rear and side (blind spot) cameras. Alternatively, 4 camera inputs can support several other configurations, including the connection of 2 side cameras, a front camera, and a reverse camera. Camera switching is available using on screen controls, or automatically for side cameras when an optional iDatalink Maestro RR is connected (supported vehicles only).

Dash Cam Link Ready so You Can Drive with Maximum Comfort
Full HD video recording is available with a compact windshield mount camera that can record every event in front of you while you drive. High Dynamic Range (HDR) allows flawless recording regardless of extreme bright light or very dark conditions. With a built-in gyro sensor, if an accident occurs it will be saved in a separate portion of memory within the 8GB SD card for viewing. Additional safety and warning features can be activated to avoid frontal collisions or remind you if traffic has moved in front of you.

Additional Features

Customizable Multi Widget Screen
You can customize your home screen by selecting four widgets. Depending on the model, widget options can include album art of current song, clock, compass, photo frame, visualizer, weather, turn-by-turn, Garmin navigation and more.

Equipped with Dual USB Ports
Play your music from one USB port and use the other to charge your device, or charge both at the same time.

SiriusXM Radio Ready
Access additional music, sports and entertainment content on the go with SiriusXM Radio. (Optional SiriusXM tuner required, sold separately)

Built-in HD Radio Tuner
HD Radio has the best selection of local radio with amazing features and no monthly fees. HD Radio provides CD sound quality from digital FM stations and FM sound quality from digital AM stations. You can even access additional HD multicasting stations that are not available on traditional analog radio.

Remote Control (Optional)
This receiver unit can be operated using the optional remote control KNA-RCDV331.

Specifications

Monitor Section
Picture size: 6.75 inches(diagonal) wide
W x H: 151.8 mm x 79.68 mm, 5-31/32 x 3-1/8 inch
Display system: TN LCD panel
Drive system: TFT active matrix system
Number of pixels: 1,152,000
800H x 480V x RGB
Effective pixels: 99.99%
Pixel arrangement: RGB striped arrangement
Back lighting: LED

DVD Section
D/A Converter: 24 / 32Bit
Audio Decoder: Linear PCM
Dolby Audio
MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / FLAC / Vorbis
Video Decoder: MPEG1/2,MPEG4 / WMV / H.264 / MKV
Wow & Flutter: Below Measurable Limit
Frequency response 96k Sampling: 20 - 44,000 Hz
48k Sampling: 20 - 22,000 Hz
44.1k Sampling: 20 - 20,000 Hz
Total harmonic distortion 1kHz: 0.010%
Signal to Noise ratio: 90.5dB (DVD-Video 96k)
Dynamic range: 89dB (DVD-Video 96k)
DISC Format: DVD-Video / VIDEO-CD / CD-DA
Quantifying bit number: 16 / 20 / 24bit

USB I/F Section
USB Standard: USB2.0 High Speed
File System: FAT 16/32, exFAT, NTFS
Maximum Power Supply Current: DC5V=1.5A
D/A Converter: 24/32Bit
Audio Decoder: MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / FLAC / Vorbis
Video Decoder: MPEG1/2,MPEG4 / WMV / H.264 / MKV

SD Section
SD Standard: SD / SDHC / SDXC
Compatible File System: FAT 16/32, exFAT, NTFS
Capacity: Maximum 2T Byte
Data Transfer Rate: Maximum 25MB/sec
Audio Decoder: MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / FLAC / Vorbis
Video Decoder: MPEG1/2,MPEG4 / WMV / H.264 / MKV

Bluetooth Section
Technology: Bluetooth Ver5.0
Frequency: 2.402 – 2.480 GHz
RF Output Power (E.I.R.P.): +4dBm (MAX), Power Class 2
Maximum Communication range: Line of sight approx.10m(32.8ft)
Audio Codec: SBC / AAC
Multi Profile Support: Multi Profile
Profile: HFP (V1.7) (Hands Free Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
PBAP (Phonebook Access Profile)

DSP Section
Graphics equalizer:
     BAND: 13Band
     frequency (Hz) (BAND1-13): 62.5/100/160/250/400/630/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/6.3k/10k/16k
     Gain: -9/-8/-7/-6/-5/-4/-3/-2/-1/0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9[dB]
2Way X'Over
     HIGH PASS FILTER frequency: Through/30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250[Hz]
     SLOPE: -6/-12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
     LOW PASS FILTER frequency: 30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250/Through[Hz]
     SLOPE: -6/-12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
3Way X'Over
     HIGH PASS FILTER frequency: 250/300/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/5k/6.3k/8k/10k/12.5k
     SLOPE: -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
     Band PASS FILTER frequency: Through/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250/300[Hz]
     250/300/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/5k/6.3k/8k/Through
     SLOPE: -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
     LOW PASS FILTER frequency: 30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/Through[Hz]
     SLOPE: -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
Position
     Front / Rear /Subwoofer Delay: 0 - 20.01ft (0.03or0.04ft Step)
     Gain: -8 to 0dB
     Subwoofer Level: -50 to +10dB

Digital FM
Frequency Range: 87.9MHz - 107.9MHz
(Frequency step): (200kHz)
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
(±3.0 dB)
S/N: 80dB (STEREO)

Digital AM
Frequency Range: 530kHz - 1700kHz
(Frequency step): (10kHz)
Frequency Response: 40Hz - 15kHz
(±3.0 dB)
S/N: 80dB (STEREO)

FM
Frequency Range: 87.9MHz - 107.9MHz
(Frequency step): (200kHz)
Usable sensitivity: 9.3dBf
S/N30dB: 0.8μV/75Ω
Quieting sensitivity: 10.2dBf
DIN S/N 46dB: 1.13μV / 75Ohms
Frequency response: 30Hz - 15kHz (±3.0dB)
S/N (dB): 65dB (MONO)
Selectivity: Over 80dB (±400kHz)
Stereo separation: 45dB (1kHz)

AM
Frequency Range: 530kHz - 1700kHz
(Frequency step): (10kHz)
Usable sensitivity: 28dBμ

Video
Color system of external video input: NTSC/PAL
External video input level (RCA jacks): -
External video input level (Mini jacks): 1 Vp-p / 75 Ohms
External audio max input level (RCA jacks): -
External audio max input level (Mini jacks): 2 V / 25 kOhms
Video Input level (RCA jacks): 1 Vp-p / 75 Ohms
Video Output level (RCA jacks): 1 Vp-p / 75 Ohms
Audio Output level (RCA jacks): -
Audio Output level (Mini jacks): 0.9 V / 10 kOhms
Analog RGB input: -

Audio
Maximum Power Output (Front&Rear): 50Wx4
Typical Power Output (Front&Rear): Full Bandwidth Power (at less than 1%THD) 22Wx4
Output frequency band: 20 - 88,000Hz
Preout level (V): 5V / 10kOhms
Preout impedance (Ω): =< 300 Ohms
Speaker Impedance (Ω): 4-8 Ohms

Navigation Section
Receiver: High-sensitivity GPS receiver
Receiving frequency: 1575.42MHz (C/A code )
Acquisition Times: Cold: 29 seconds(typ)
All satellites at -130dBm Without aiding
Update Rate: 1/second, continuous
Accuracy: Position: < 2.5meters,CEP, at -130dBm
Accuracy: Velocity: 0.1meter/sec
Positioning Method: GPS
Antenna: External GPS Antenna

General
Installation Dimensions WxHxD: 7 x 3-15/16 x 6-1/8 inch
(with Sleeve): 7-3/16 x 4-7/16 x 6 inch
Weight Main unit: 4.6 lb
(Excluding trim plate and sleeve)

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