Kenwood KDC-HD942U

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. 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.

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Kenwood KDC-HD942U
MSRP$250.00
Release date March, 2009
BrandKenwood
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
5 reviews
76
negative
mixed
positive
5 positive
0 mixed
0 negative

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Pros:
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iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
+5agreedisagree

USB and aux inputs
+5agreedisagree

includes remote control
+5agreedisagree

Good 'bang for the buck'
+4agreedisagree

3 4v pre-amp outputs
+4agreedisagree

HD & satellite radio ready
+4agreedisagree

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

Advanced user EQ controls for getting that "Perfect" sound
+3agreedisagree

Cons:
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Right 'knob' difficult to use/control
+2agreedisagree

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

USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit
+1agreedisagree

Frequent disconnects / reconnects from HD radio stations
0agreedisagree

Several times my iPhone has gone to a 'Reading' status while securely connected.
0agreedisagree

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


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Details

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) 

 

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Kenwood KDC-HD942U

• Kenwood KDC-HD942U USB/AAC/WMA/MP3 CD Receiver with Built-In HD Radio

• KDC-942U In Dash CD/MP3 Player

UPC: 019048183255

EAN: 019048183255

MPN: KDC-HD942U

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Comments

1.  avatar robor007 said:

The details portion of this is incorrect. This unit has 4v pre-outs.
Apr 22, 2009 6:27am
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Scott Davenport

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May 20, 2009
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ProSCORE
67
negative
mixed
positive
8 pros
4 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
  • USB and aux inputs
  • includes remote control
  • Good 'bang for the buck'
  • 3 4v pre-amp outputs
  • HD & satellite radio ready
  • Bluetooth capable (requires add-on module sold seperately) for hands-free calling and music streaming
  • Advanced user EQ controls for getting that "Perfect" sound

Cons

  • Right 'knob' difficult to use/control
  • USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit
  • Frequent disconnects / reconnects from HD radio stations
  • Display can be difficult to read depending on the lighting.

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robor007

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April 20, 2009
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ProSCORE
64
negative
mixed
positive
7 pros
4 cons
have ithave it
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
  • USB and aux inputs
  • includes remote control
  • Good 'bang for the buck'
  • 3 4v pre-amp outputs
  • HD & satellite radio ready
  • Bluetooth capable (requires add-on module sold seperately) for hands-free calling and music streaming

Cons

  • Right 'knob' difficult to use/control
  • Bluetooth add-on module expensive and callers report poor quality on their end
  • Frequent disconnects / reconnects from HD radio stations
  • Several times my iPhone has gone to a 'Reading' status while securely connected.

Comments

"The details portion of this is incorrect. This unit has 4v pre-outs."
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Yale

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April 14, 2009
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ProSCORE
71
negative
mixed
positive
5 pros
2 cons
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
  • USB and aux inputs
  • includes remote control
  • HD & satellite radio ready
  • Bluetooth capable (requires add-on module sold seperately) for hands-free calling and music streaming

Cons

  • Bluetooth add-on module expensive and callers report poor quality on their end
  • USB and aux inputs are on the rear of the unit

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CaptHowdy0001

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May 11, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
negative
mixed
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8 pros
0 cons
love itlove it

Pros

  • iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
  • USB and aux inputs
  • includes remote control
  • Good 'bang for the buck'
  • 3 4v pre-amp outputs
  • HD & satellite radio ready
  • Bluetooth capable (requires add-on module sold seperately) for hands-free calling and music streaming
  • Advanced user EQ controls for getting that "Perfect" sound

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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Jude Pereira

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June 1, 2009
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ProSCORE
86
negative
mixed
positive
6 pros
1 con

Pros

  • iPod control and charge - iPhone 3G compatible
  • USB and aux inputs
  • includes remote control
  • Good 'bang for the buck'
  • 3 4v pre-amp outputs
  • Advanced user EQ controls for getting that "Perfect" sound

Cons

  • Right 'knob' difficult to use/control

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