43
Jensen VM9223
$350.00
Released April, 2009
The Pros:Auxiliary input supports Apple iDevices and other 1/8" portable media players - major selling point for users seeking reliable music playback. Suitable double-DIN option for users seeking a touchscreen interface - affordable price and bright, responsive display are appealing. Motorized components work surprisingly well - unit automatically extends and retracts with little to no difficulty for true convenience.
The Cons:Optional components like Bluetooth and GPS cost hundreds of dollars - puts unit at a severe disadvantage compared to similarly-priced models from Sony and Clarion. USB port is not compatible with Apple iDevices or other portable media players - may limit external connectivity options if main auxiliary input is in use. Lack of brightness adjustability may cause annoyance amongst users at night - unit can become very distracting and potentially dangerous for road safety.
The Jensen VM9223 is an in-dash head unit from Jensen's Mobile Multimedia lineup. The unit differs from the VM9213 since it requires double DIN mounting and features a 7" full color touch screen display with a motorized swing-down face and blue LED lighting.
Loading latest prices from ProductWiki...
Like the VM9213, it is compatible with most standard playback formats including DVD, MP3, WMA, MPEG, and Xvid, and offers a total RMS power output of 52 watts. The VM9223 supports ID3 tag display and includes an AM/FM tuner with 30 presets. It offers more connectivity options than the VM9213 including a front panel A/V, USB, AUX, and rear camera inputs. The head unit is also navigation ready, Bluetooth ready, and has a steering wheel control interface, all of which can be utilized with optional adapters. The VM9223 comes with an SD to USB adapter, AUX cable, and a wireless remote control.
Features/Specs
- 7" Flip-Out Touch Screen Display
- Motorized Swing-Down Face
- Blue LED Lighting
- 2-Din Installation
- Three Band Equalizer
- 8 Preset EQ Curves
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display
- Tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
- Connectivity: Front Panel A/V Input, Rear Camera Input, Composite Output, USB, Rear AUX, Rear A/V Input
- Playback Compatibility: DVD, Xvid, MPEG1, MPEG2, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
- Power Handling: 40 watts x 4 channels Peak, 13 watts x 4 channels RMS
- Navigation & Bluetooth Ready (with optional accessories)
- Steering Wheel Control Interface (with optional adapter)
- Comes with SD to USB Adapter, Wireless Remote Control
- 1 year limited warranty
User Reviews (2)
Pros & Cons
-
1
Auxiliary input supports Apple iDevices and other 1/8" portable media players - major selling point for users seeking reliable music playback
-
1
Suitable double-DIN option for users seeking a touchscreen interface - affordable price and bright, responsive display are appealing
-
0
Motorized components work surprisingly well - unit automatically extends and retracts with little to no difficulty for true convenience
-
1
Optional components like Bluetooth and GPS cost hundreds of dollars - puts unit at a severe disadvantage compared to similarly-priced models from Sony and Clarion
-
1
USB port is not compatible with Apple iDevices or other portable media players - may limit external connectivity options if main auxiliary input is in use
-
1
Lack of brightness adjustability may cause annoyance amongst users at night - unit can become very distracting and potentially dangerous for road safety
-
1
CD/DVD player is seemingly prone to operative malfunction - several users report loss of readability/perpetual "BAD DISC" warnings within one year of use
Community Reviews
see more community reviews
From your Computer
From the Web
Comments (0)
helpful
Read the full review
You may also like...
