Kenwood Excelon DNX697S

Navigation Receiver

The Kenwood Excelon DNX697S navigation receiver offers a simple yet compelling proposition: a wealth of handy features. seamless phone integration. impressive sonic performance. and spot-on directions. all in a handsome package. I could stop writing about the stereo right here. but something tells me you want to dig a little deeper. Very well ?? here’s a teaser before we get to the real reasons you want the DNX697S: the Excelon designation means you get a 2-year warranty. high-voltage preamp outputs. dual detachable rear USB inputs. and high-performance audio components that’ll keep your ears happy as you drive.

Product Highlights:

• DVD/CD navigation receiver
• 6.75 clear resistive touchscreen
• Built-in Garmin navigation system
• Plays media loaded with MP3. WMA. AAC music files. plus high-res WAV and FLAC files
• Fits double-DIN (4 tall) dash openings
• Built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
• Built-in HD Radio tuner
• AM/FM tuner
• Compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wired connection)
• Wired screen mirroring for iPhone and Android with Mirroring for Kenwood app
• Music control and charging of Apple devices using the USB connections
• Pandora and Spotify control with iPhone and Android
• Compatible with Kenwood Remote S smartphone app for wireless source selection through your phone
• Wired connection to parking brake required to access settings and other features on this receiver 
• Built-in amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
• Compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
• Compatible with iDatalink Maestro
• Retains factory features in a wide selection of vehicles
• Displays engine performance and other vehicle data on touchscreen
• Warranty: 2 years
• Our 30-day money-back guarantee
• MFR # DNX697S

• 3D Terrain View: With the Garmin 3D Terrain View. life-like map contours will be displayed at low zoom levels. giving you a realistic perspective of the terrain in available areas. Previously. users were limited to simply displaying the elevation and grade levels as text on a flat map. Now. true perspectives can be achieved in a 3D format. The mapping view will reflect the curves in real time.
• Other Map Settings: You can adjust the amount of detail shown on the map screen. More detail may cause the map to be slower. You can also change the Vehicle icon (arrow. station wagon. sports car. compact car. SUV. jeep. RV. or sled) used to display your position on the map. In addition. you can select between Day (for a bright background). Night (for a black background) or Auto (to automatically switch between the two) for the on-screen map.

• Apple CarPlay is a safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Simply talk to Siri or touch the receiver’s display to get directions from Apple Maps. make phone calls. listen to voicemail. send and receive texts. and listen to music from Apple Music or your favorite 3rd party streaming services like Pandora and Spotify. all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road.
• Android Auto was designed with safety in mind. helping you to minimize distractions and stay focused on the road. KENWOOD’s multimedia receivers combine an intuitive voice controlled interface with a large touch screen and superior sound quality. making it the perfect complement for your in-car life. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze.
• Equipped with the industry leading Garmin navigation software. offering a variety of display options to make your driving easier such as Lane Assist. With the Garmin 3D Terrain View. life-like map contours will be displayed at low zoom levels. giving you a realistic perspective of the terrain in available areas.
• The Kenwood DNX697S features a 6.8 widescreen (16:9) clear resistive touchscreen LCD with LED backlighting. The clear resistive touchscreen LCD provides a high contrast ratio. crystal clear display. and vivid text. The LCD touchscreen has a resolution of 800 (H) x 480 (V) x RGB with 1.152.000 total pixels. Touchscreen operations include tap. touch & hold. flick left or right. and swipe up or down.
• High-Resolution Audio is high-quality sound that exceeds CD standard. High-Resolution audio captures and beautifully expresses all the details of your favorite music. Through ultra-high and low frequencies. immerse yourself in a rich and high-quality listening experience.