10 reviews

Kenwood KDC-HD942U

$250.00 Released March, 2009

The Pros:USB and aux inputs. IPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible. Includes remote control.

The Cons:Right 'knob' difficult to use/control. Bluetooth add-on module expensive and callers report poor quality on their end. USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit.

The Kenwood KDC-HD942U is a car audio player released by Kenwood in 2009 retailing at $250. It has a built-in HD Radio tuner giving crystal-clear digital AM/FM broadcasts from participating stations — FM sounds almost like CD quality, and AM sounds like traditional FM.

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Plus, HD Radio stations can broadcast more than one channel on the same frequency, giving users more listening choices. Built-in iPod controls allow users to connect and control their iPod or iPhone™ from the receiver. No adapter's needed, but there is an optional Kenwood's iPod cable as well. It is also the first Kenwood CD-receiver with built in HD Radio and iTunes tagging. There is also blue-tooth connectivity allowing users to talk on the phone hands free. This piece competes with the 4 channel 52 watt Sony CDX-GT920U that has the same price.

Features

CD player with built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs including discs loaded with MP3, WMA, and AAC music files
4-line display with detachable face
built-in HD Radio tuner
remote control
System Q Sound Control (6 EQ curves and a 3-band parametric equalizer)
Supreme Setting function enhances music files
Digital E's crossover system and time alignment capability
subwoofer level controls
built-in iPod controls — no iPod adapter necessary, but adding Kenwood's optional connecting cable lets you leave your iPod cable at home
compatible with Kenwood Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio, CD changer
inputs: rear USB slot and auxiliary input
outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (2.5-volt front, rear, subwoofer)

User Reviews (11)

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ProScore

Pros

8

USB and aux inputs
6

iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
6

includes remote control
5

3 4v pre-amp outputs
5

HD & satellite radio ready
5

Bluetooth capable (requires add-on module sold seperately) for hands-free calling and music streaming
4

Good 'bang for the buck'
4

Advanced user EQ controls for getting that "Perfect" sound

Cons

4

Right 'knob' difficult to use/control
2

Bluetooth add-on module expensive and callers report poor quality on their end
2

USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit
2

Display can be difficult to read depending on the lighting.
0

Frequent disconnects / reconnects from HD radio stations
0

Several times my iPhone has gone to a 'Reading' status while securely connected.