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The Kenwood KDC-MP442U is a car CD receiver, released by Kenwood in 2009 and retails at $160. It plays the usual CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files. It gives iPod control through its USB input, and is compatible with Kenwood's Bluetooth® adapter, satellite radio, and HD Radio™ tuner, so users have the option of adding hands-free calling and extra entertainment options to their system. Users can browse through their iPod folders through the receiver's display and using the receiver's control wheel. This receiver also includes a remote control. $30 more expensive than the Kenwood KDC-MP342U, it has 2.5 V with 3 preouts vs 2 V with 2 preouts. It's 10$ cheaper than the Sony Xplod MEX-BT2600 that has 52 watt x 4 channels.
MSRP $160.00
Release date January, 2009
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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 and WMA music files
- detachable face with 13 character display
- remote control
- dual-zone capability for playing different sources over the front & rear speakers
- System Q Sound Control (6 EQ curves and a 3-band equalizer)
- Supreme Setting function restores high frequencies in music files
- System E's high- and low-pass filters
- iPod direct control via USB input — no adapter necessary, but adding Kenwood's optional connecting cable lets you leave your iPod cable at home
- compatible with Kenwood's Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio, and HD Radio™ tuner
- inputs: front auxiliary and USB inputs
- outputs: three sets of 2.5-volt preamp outputs
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Kenwood KDC-MP442U
• Kenwood KDC-MP442U WMA/MP3 CD Receiver with Satellite/HD Radio/Bluetooth/iPhone Ready Front AUX/USB Input
• KDC-MP442U CD Receiver
UPC: 019048182128
EAN: 019048182128
MPN: KDC-MP442U
Competitors
MSRP $170.00
Released January, 2009
The Pioneer DEH-P4100UB is a well-priced, car-audio CD receiver with a 200w (peak) and 4-channel MOSFET amplifier. The fifth of seven Pioneer DEH receivers, the Pioneer DEH-P4100UB is an upgrade from the Pioneer DEH-P3100UB in that it features Pioneer’s revolutionary Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) display with 16-character text. In addition, the DEH-P4100UB offers three (versus...
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
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Pioneer DEH-P4100UB
MSRP $169.95
Released January, 2009
The JVC KD-A605 is an in-dash car-audio receiver that features a built-in MOSFET amplifier with a 200w max power output. The second of five JVC KD A/V head units, the JVC KD-A605 is an upgrade from the KD-A305 in that it features a Full-Speed USB 2.0 connection with 2-way control for iPod/iPhones. Other than...
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
JVC KD-A605
MSRP $160.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- detachable faceplate
- affordable
- Bluetooth capable - audio streaming and hands free calling
- satellite and HD radio ready
Cons
- No information about incoming calls are displayed
- track data is not displayed while playing music over Bluetooth
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
Sony MEX-BT2700
MSRP $159.95
Released January, 2009
Pros
- Install went well. Unit replaced My Panasonic model. Like sound and eq features. HD Fm nice touch since HD FM is growing. Good deal at $143.00
Cons
- A little difficult to set up Stations Manually. A little practice helps
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
JVC KD-AHD59
MSRP $159.95
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- HD and satellite radio ready
- Bluetooth compatible
- front USB and AUX inputs
- includes a wireless remote
- built in iPod control and charging
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
JVC KD-R600
MSRP $150.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable
- HD / satellite radio ready
- front USB / AUX inputs
- iPod ready
- includes wireless remote
Cons
- awkward and frustrating controls
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P3100UB
MSRP $169.95
Released January, 2008
The Sony Xplod MEX-BT2600 is an audio car receiver released by Sony in 2008, with a $170 price tag. It has a built-in bluetooth hands free calling interface with a built-in microphone and good call quality. It has a wide range of of supported audio formats including bluetooth audio, MP3, WMA, and is compatible with...
Kenwood KDC-MP442U
vs.
Sony Xplod MEX-BT2600
Reviews
May 13, 2009
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Pros
- includes remote control
- affordable price
- built in iPod control
- front USB and aux input
- Satellite and HD radio ready
- good value - many standard features found on more expensive units
- Bluetooth compatible (requires add-on adapter)
Cons
- poorly written instruction manual
- faceplate cannot be dimmed
- buttons are unlabeled
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July 24, 2009
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Pros
- includes remote control
- affordable price
- built in iPod control
- front USB and aux input
- Satellite and HD radio ready
- good value - many standard features found on more expensive units
Cons
- poorly written instruction manual
- faceplate cannot be dimmed
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August 8, 2009
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Cons
- poorly written instruction manual
- faceplate cannot be dimmed
- buttons are unlabeled
- NOT FUN, HARD TO USE, TOO COMPLEX
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