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Kenwood KDC-MP342U WMA/MP3 CD Receiver with Satellite/HD Radio/Bluetooth Ready Front Panel USB/AUX Input

Kenwood KDC-MP342U WMA/MP3 CD Receiver with Satellite/HD Radio/Bluetooth Ready Front Panel USB/AUX InputBrand: Kenwood
Category: Car Audio or Theater

List Price: $160.00
Buy New: $109.00
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Seller: McKinsey
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 36 reviews
Sales Rank: 6,143

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.8
Dimensions (in): 11 x 10 x 4.7

MPN: KDC-MP342U
Model: KDC-MP342U
UPC: 019048181169
EAN: 0019048181169

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC, iPod, Bluetooth-ready, HD/satellite radio-ready receiver
  • 4 x 50 Watts maximum power with two 2V pre-amp outputs
  • 14-segment FL display with 8 digits and scroll on/off; blue key illumination with manual dimmer
  • Includes front auxiliary input and USB, direct iPod connection; add Kenwood adapters for Bluetooth, HD/satellite radio
  • One-year limited warranty

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Product Description
  • TDF(Theft Deterrent Faceplate)
  • 14 Segment FL Display (8 Digits, Scroll on/off possible)
  • Music Search
  • Rewritable Security Code function
  • Rotary Encoder for Easy Operation
  • Key Illumination (Blue)
  • Manual Dimmer Function (2Step)
  • Supplied with Remote Control Unit
  • Maximum Output Power : 50W x 4
  • 2.0V 2 Preouts
  • Front, Rear/Subwoofer Switchable
  • Subwoofer Level & Low Pass Filter Adjustable
  • Bass Boost
  • System Q:Sound Control with Pre-programmed Tone Curves
  • Separate Bass/Mid range/Treble Control & *Source Tone Memory
  • Front AUX Input with Input Sensitivity Adjust
  • Attenuator (-20dB) with Smooth Volume Return
  • Front USB 2.0 Input for thumb drives, external HDD and compatible iPods
  • iPod USB 1-wire Direct Control connection (recommend KCA-iP101 cable)
  • Alphabet Search
  • Percentage Search
  • Skip Search
  • Reverse Browsing
  • All Random Playback
  • WMA playback (Windows Medi

    Amazon.com Product Description
    Kenwood's KDC-MP342U delivers playback of your CDs and CD-Rs, MP3/WMA/AAC files from disc or via the unit's front USB port, AM/FM radio, and two versatile pre-amp outputs for system expansion. Add additional Kenwood devices for Bluetooth or satellite/HD radio.

    A great replacement for your stock stereo. Click to enlarge.

    Detachable Faceplate
    Deter theft with the detachable faceplate, which features a 14 segment FL display and lets you turn Scrolling on or off. The rotary encoder provides easy, intuitive operation and the blue key illumination with dimmer function looks great in any vehicle.

    CD and WMA/MP3/AAC Playback
    Play your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or enjoy your favorite WMA/MP3/AAC digital files burned to CD or on a USB device plugged into the KDC-MP342U's front USB slot. Enjoy hours of music and ID-3 tag display for artist and title info.

    iPod 1-wire Connection
    If you own an iPod, simply connect it to a Kenwood CD receiver via the USB cable that comes with the iPod. Better yet, use the optional KCA-iP100 1-wire iPod Interface Cable for crystal clear digital audio playback. You'll supply power to your iPod as well as charge it while you enjoy your music.

    Includes IR remote. Click to enlarge.

    Bluetooth-ready: add the optional KCA-BT200 to enjoy hands-free phone operation or to listen to audio stored on Bluetooth devices.

    FM/AM Tuner
    When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Features 18 FM and six AM presets for your convenience.

    Room to Grow
    The KDC-MP342U features two 2V pre-amp outputs for system expansion. These are switchable between front/rear/sub settings, with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you have a few options for setting up your system.

    Remote Control
    Let your passengers control the music from the back seat with the included remote.

    Front USB/AUX Connection
    The DPX503 features a USB and AUX connector up front that makes connecting a USB mass-storage device easier than ever. For the auxiliary input, input sensitivity correction adjusts volume or input level depending on the characteristics of the input source.

    Front USB and AUX connectors for quick and easy access.

    Supreme
    When a music file is compressed, some frequencies signals are lost, particularly if it is encoded using a low bit rate. The Supreme technology is a Kenwood-original audio compensation technology that compensates for this loss and reproduces music in a more natural form, thereby making it possible to play music recorded using low bit rates (64k to 96k) in an audio-quality equivalent to music recorded using a higher bit rate (equivalent to 128k). Enjoy a natural, rich sound, even with lower compression ratios.

    Bluetooth Ready
    Add the optional KCA-BT200 to enjoy hands-free operation of the KDC-MP342U, allowing you to keep your hands on the steering wheel allowing you better concentration on your driving. Advanced Bluetooth technology provides wireless connection and operation of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as mobile phones and even phones that can stream music via A2DP.

    HD and Satellite Radio Ready
    The KDC-MP342U allows you to enjoy SIRIUS (requires CA-SR20V cable + Sirius Tuner) or XM (requires Audiovox CNP2000UC and CPKEN1) radio in your vehicle. Enjoy a multitude of channels featuring music, news, talk shows, sports, and traffic information with CD quality sound.

    You also can add an HD Radio tuner. When you connect an HD radio tuner, features of the unit are disabled and changed to HD Radio tuner features.

    What's in the Box
    Kenwood KDC-MP342U, wireless remote (batteries included), sleeve, trim ring, wiring harness, installation tools, installation manual, operation manual, warranty card.




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    5 out of 5 stars great receiver!!   May 9, 2010
    jstatic
    bought this receiver for the price and the great customer reviews. was worried about installation since i havent installed a stereo in over 15 years. couldnt have been easier! my wifes 2nd gen ipod nano works great from the usb port however my little ipod shuffle came up as an n/a device lol - no worries...didnt think it would work since the shuffle has no menus to work with in the first place. this stereo pumps great sound and power - maybe too much for my factory speakers. lookin forward to upgrading those now. love the look and the navigation through the menus/options doesnt take long to grasp. very, very pleased!


    5 out of 5 stars Better than expected   April 27, 2010
    Neil Norwood (Charlotte, NC)
    This is how business is supposed to work. I ordered the product, received confirmation. Then recieved notification of product shipment. Recieve product before I expected it to arrive. Opened the product found I got a excellent quality and well packaged device. Its the envy of the Jeeps in my lil group. Plays the MP3 files flawlessly. I would not be questioned if I told them I spent more for this than it actually cost me. Its that satisfying of a sound and quality. I dont even usually review things but this seller is top notch in my opinion. I will without any hesitation purchase from them again and I think they are the first place I have looked for items I want. If this is the level of buisness thru this vendor than I will recommend them without reservation to anyone who ask me about electronic equipment. I can write more but its all good so there I did a review and was glad to do it.


    4 out of 5 stars Great unit, wish there was a USB on the rear   March 28, 2010
    Caleb Richards (TN)
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    I really enjoy this unit and it works as advertised. It has many great features that I have yet to explore as I have only had it three weeks.

    I do wish there was a usb on the rear so there isn't a giant cord hanging out of my dash. I have an F150 and no place to put the cord to look neat/clean.

    Overall this is a great product with a great price.



    5 out of 5 stars High Powered KENWOOD with USB and AUX ports   February 18, 2010
    K. McQuarrie (Tulsa, OK)
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    This Kenwood USB/CD deck has been excellent. The install was a breeze since we already had a Kenwood CD player installed in the car...pretty much slide out the old, slide in the new deck and reconnect the wires.

    The easiest way to play music is to connect a USB SD card reader or USB flash drive and then play the songs from there. You can load up different SD cards or do what I did...just color code a couple of 4GB USB drives with different music types. If you press and hold the eject button, you get "REMOVE" on the panel...that way when you connect the device again later it starts from where you left off listening.

    I didn't have any luck connecting an iPod with the USB port, but I'm sure I can connect it to the AUX 3.5" input.

    The sound is great...certainly not audiophile quality, but no MP3's are that.



    5 out of 5 stars Delivered Exceptional Fast   February 11, 2010
    Pam A. Levora
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    This product was great, but it was promised in 3 weeks, and I got it in about 3 days.

    So pleased!

    pam


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