Best Car Audio/Stereo Systems: Eclipse AVN726E DVD/GPS

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Eclipse AVN726E DVD/GPS

 

General

  • Product TypeNavigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio
  • Width7.1 in
  • Depth6.5 in
  • Height3.9 in
  • Weight5.5 lbs

System

  • Form FactorIn-dash
  • Enclosure TypeDouble-DIN
  • Supported DevicesSatellite radio receiver
  • High Voltage Preamp OutputYes
  • ControlsBalance,
    Loudness,
    Volume,
    Fader
  • Control FeaturesTouch panel
  • Security FeaturesSecurity code
  • FeaturesID3 tags support,
    Bluetooth hands-free for cellular phone,
    Rear-facing camera capability,
    Bluetooth audio streaming,
    iPod compatible

Monitor

  • TypeLCD monitor
  • TechnologyTFT active matrix
  • Diagonal Size7 in
  • Total Pixels391,680
  • Image Aspect Ratio16:9
  • Resolution480 x 272
  • FeaturesTouch screen

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Digital player device typeDigital player
  • Digital player supported digital audio standardsMP3,
    WMA
  • Digital player additional featuresUSB flash drive playback

Radio

  • RadioRadio tuner – AM/FM
  • Total Preset Station Qty24
  • AM Preset Station Qty6
  • FM Preset Station Qty18
  • FeaturesSirius satellite radio ready,
    XM satellite radio ready

Remote Control

  • Remote control typeRemote control
  • Remote control technologyInfrared

DVD

  • TypeDVD player
  • Media TypeDVD+R,
    CD-R,
    DVD,
    CD,
    DVD+RW,
    DVD-R,
    CD-RW,
    DVD-RW
  • Media FormatPAL,
    NTSC
  • Dynamic Range87 dB
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio90 dB
  • Response Bandwidth20 – 20000 Hz
  • MP3 PlaybackYes
  • FeaturesDivX compatible,
    WMA playback

Amplifier

  • Max Output Power / Channel Qty50 Watts x 4
  • Continuous Power / Channel Qty15 Watts x 4

Equalizer

  • TypeDigital graphic
  • Equalizer Band Qty3 bands
  • Equalizer Center Frequencies10000 Hz,
    80 Hz,
    700 Hz

GPS System

  • TypeGPS receiver
  • VoiceStreet name announcement,
    Navigation instructions
  • AntennaExternal
  • Trip ComputerAvoid freeways,
    Avoid ferrys,
    Fast/short route,
    Avoid toll roads,
    Street address search
  • Maps IncludedAlaska,
    Hawaii,
    Puerto Rico,
    Canada,
    USA

Miscellaneous

  • Included AccessoriesGPS antenna,
    Microphone

Slot(s)

  • Type1 x SD Memory Card

Connections

  • Connector Type3 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ),
    1 x Composite video output ( RCA phono ),
    1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ),
    1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A )

Best Car Audio/Stereo Systems: Sony XPLOD CDX-GT920U

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Sony XPLOD CDX-GT920U


General

  • Product TypeRadio / CD / MP3 player / USB flash player
  • SeriesXplod
  • Recommended UseCar
  • Form FactorFull-DIN – In-dash unit
  • Enclosure ColorDark titanium
  • Faceplate TypeDetachable

Equalizer

  • Equalizer typeParametric
  • Equalizer band qty3 bands
  • Equalizer factory preset qty6
  • Equalizer user preset qty1

Audio System

  • Sound Output ModeStereo
  • Sound EffectsDynamic Soundstage Organizer II (DSO II)
  • EqualizerYes
  • ControlsVolume,
    Fader,
    Balance
  • Max Output Power / Channel Qty52 Watts x 4
  • Amplifier Output Details23.2 Watt – 4 Ohm – THD 5 % – 14.4V DC – 4 channel(s),
    17 Watt – 4 Ohm – THD 1.0 % – 14.4V DC – 4 channel(s)
  • ClockYes (digital)
  • Additional FeaturesID3 tags support ,
    HD radio ready ,
    Satellite radio tuner control ,
    Motorized front panel ,
    Telephone mute ,
    CD Text capable

Radio

  • TypeRadio tuner – AM/FM
  • Preset Station Qty30
  • AM Preset Station Qty12
  • FM Preset Station Qty18
  • Additional FeaturesSSIR-EXA,
    Best stations memory

CD System

  • CD system typeCD / MP3 player
  • Digital audio standards supportedWMA,
    MP3,
    AAC
  • CD-R compatibleYes
  • CD-RW compatibleYes

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Digital player device typeDigital player
  • Digital player supported digital audio standardsMP3,
    ATRAC3,
    WMA,
    AAC
  • Digital player additional featuresUSB flash drive playback

Connections

  • Connector Type1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ),
    1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ),
    1 x Rear channel output ( RCA phono x 2 ),
    1 x Front channel output ( RCA phono x 2 ),
    2 x Subwoofer output ( RCA phono ),
    1 x System components control bus,
    1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 )

Remote Control

  • Remote control typeRemote control
  • Remote control technologyInfrared

 

Best Car Audio/Stereo Systems: El Kameleon JVC EXAD KD-AVX77

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El Kameleon JVC EXAD KD-AVX77

 


General

  • Product TypeDVD player with LCD monitor, AM/FM tuner, digital player
  • SeriesEl Kameleon
  • Width7.2 in
  • Depth6.3 in
  • Height2 in
  • Weight4.9 lbs

System

  • Form FactorIn-dash
  • Enclosure TypeFull-DIN
  • System Control BusJ-Link
  • Supported DevicesHD radio,
    Digital player,
    Satellite radio receiver,
    CD changer,
    DAB tuner
  • High Voltage Preamp OutputYes
  • ControlsBalance,
    Attenuate,
    Fader,
    Volume
  • Control FeaturesTouch panel
  • Security FeaturesDetachable faceplate
  • FeaturesBluetooth hands-free for cellular phone,
    Rear-facing camera capability,
    Telephone mute,
    Bluetooth audio streaming,
    iPod compatible,
    Dual-zone capability,
    Gold plated connectors

Monitor

  • TypeLCD monitor – In-dash unit integrated
  • TechnologyTFT active matrix
  • Diagonal Size5.4 in
  • Total Pixels576,000
  • Image Aspect Ratio3.32:1
  • Resolution800 x 240
  • Analog Video FormatPAL,
    NTSC
  • FeaturesTouch screen

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Digital player device typeDigital player
  • Digital player supported digital audio standardsWAV,
    MP3,
    WMA,
    AAC
  • Digital player additional featuresUSB flash drive playback ,
    JPEG photo playback ,
    DivX playback

Radio

  • RadioRadio tuner – AM/FM
  • Total Preset Station Qty24
  • AM Preset Station Qty6
  • FM Preset Station Qty18
  • FeaturesFM stereo/mono switch,
    Best stations memory

Remote Control

  • Remote control typeRemote control
  • Remote control technologyInfrared

DVD

  • TypeDVD player
  • Media TypeDVD+R,
    CD-R,
    DVD,
    CD,
    Video CD,
    DVD+RW,
    DVD-R,
    CD-RW,
    DVD-RW
  • Built-in Audio DecodersDolby Digital,
    Dolby Pro Logic II
  • Video D/A Converter12bit / 108MHz
  • Audio D/A Converter24bit / 192kHz
  • Dynamic Range93 dB
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio95 dB
  • Response Bandwidth16 – 44000 Hz
  • MP3 PlaybackYes
  • FeaturesAAC playback,
    JPEG photo playback,
    MPEG-2 playback,
    MPEG-1 playback,
    WMA playback

Amplifier

  • Max Output Power / Channel Qty50 Watts x 4
  • Continuous Power / Channel Qty20 Watts x 4
  • Response Bandwidth40 – 20000 Hz

Crossover

  • CrossoverActive crossover

Equalizer

  • TypeDigital graphic
  • Equalizer Band Qty7 bands
  • Equalizer Center Frequencies150 Hz,
    15000 Hz,
    60 Hz,
    1000 Hz,
    400 Hz,
    6300 Hz,
    2500 Hz
  • Equalizer Factory PresetsCountry,
    Dance,
    Jazz,
    Classic,
    Pop,
    R&B,
    Reggae,
    Hard Rock
  • Equalizer User Preset Qty3

Miscellaneous

  • Included AccessoriesMicrophone,
    Faceplate carrying case

Connections

  • Connector Type1 x 5.1 channel audio line-out ( RCA phono x 6 ) – Rear,
    1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) – Rear,
    1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear,
    1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ),
    System components control bus

 

Best Car Audio/Stereo Systems: Alpine iDA-X305

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Alpine iDA-X305

 

 


General

  • Product TypeRadio / digital player
  • Recommended UseCar
  • Form FactorFull-DIN – In-dash unit
  • Width7 in
  • Depth6.1 in
  • Height2 in
  • Weight2.2 lbs
  • Enclosure ColorBlack
  • Faceplate TypeDetachable

Equalizer

  • Equalizer typeParametric,
    Digital graphic

Audio System

  • System Control BusAi-NET
  • Sound Output ModeStereo
  • Remote ControlOptional
  • EqualizerYes
  • ControlsTreble,
    Bass,
    Fader,
    Volume,
    Balance
  • Max Output Power / Channel Qty50 Watts x 4
  • Continuous Power / Channel Qty18 Watts x 4
  • CrossoverActive crossover
  • High Pass Frequencies160 Hz,
    80 Hz,
    120 Hz
  • Built-in DisplayLCD
  • Multicolor DisplayYes
  • CD Changer ControlYes
  • ClockYes (digital)
  • Additional FeaturesHD radio ready ,
    Time alignment,
    Satellite radio tuner control ,
    iPod ready

Radio

  • TypeRadio tuner – AM/FM
  • Tuning DisplayLCD display
  • Preset Station Qty18
  • AM Preset Station Qty6
  • FM Preset Station Qty12
  • Additional FeaturesDX/LO switch

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Digital player device typeDigital player
  • Digital player supported digital audio standardsMP3,
    WMA,
    AAC
  • Digital player ID3 tags supportYes
  • Digital player response bandwidth5 – 20000 Hz
  • Digital player signal-to-noise ratio105 dB
  • Digital player additional featuresUSB flash drive playback

Connections

  • Connector Type3 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ),
    1 x USB,
    1 x System components control bus

 

Best Car Audio/Stereo Systems: Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT

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Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT

 

 


  • Manufacturer:Pioneer
  • Part Number:AVICZ110BT

General

  • Product TypeNavigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio
  • Width7 in
  • Depth6.5 in
  • Height3.9 in
  • Weight5.3 lbs

System

  • Form FactorIn-dash
  • Enclosure TypeDouble-DIN
  • System Control BusIP-Bus
  • Supported DevicesHD radio,
    Digital player,
    Satellite radio receiver
  • ControlsBalance,
    Loudness,
    Volume,
    Fader
  • Control FeaturesVoice recognition,
    Touch panel
  • Security FeaturesSecurity code
  • FeaturesID3 tags support,
    Bluetooth hands-free for cellular phone,
    Rear-facing camera capability,
    Bluetooth audio streaming,
    iPod compatible,
    Dual-zone capability,
    CD text

Monitor

  • TypeLCD monitor
  • TechnologyTFT active matrix
  • Diagonal Size7 in
  • Image Aspect Ratio16:9
  • Resolution800 x 480
  • FeaturesTouch screen

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Digital player device typeDigital player
  • Digital player supported digital audio standardsMP3,
    WMA,
    AAC
  • Digital player additional featuresMPEG-4 playback ,
    USB flash drive playback

Radio

  • RadioRadio tuner – AM/FM
  • Total Preset Station Qty24
  • AM Preset Station Qty6
  • FM Preset Station Qty18
  • Response Bandwidth30 – 15000 Hz
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio72 dB

DVD

  • TypeDVD player
  • Media Load TypeSlot-load
  • Media TypeCD-R,
    DVD,
    CD,
    DVD-R,
    CD-RW,
    DVD-RW
  • Dynamic Range95 dB
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio97 dB
  • Response Bandwidth5 – 44000 Hz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion0.008%
  • MP3 PlaybackYes
  • FeaturesAAC playback,
    DivX compatible,
    WMA playback

Amplifier

  • Max Output Power / Channel Qty50 Watts x 4
  • Continuous Power / Channel Qty22 Watts x 4
  • Amplifier Output Details22 Watt – 4 Ohm – 50 – 15000 Hz – THD 5 % – 14.4V DC – 4 channel(s) ( Main ),
    14 Watt – 4 Ohm – THD 1.0 % – 14.4V DC – 4 channel(s) ( Main )

Crossover

  • CrossoverActive crossover
  • Low Pass Frequencies125 Hz,
    100 Hz,
    80 Hz,
    50 Hz,
    63 Hz
  • High Pass Frequencies125 Hz,
    63 Hz,
    100 Hz,
    80 Hz,
    50 Hz

Equalizer

  • TypeDigital graphic
  • Equalizer Band Qty7 bands
  • Equalizer Center Frequencies12500 Hz,
    125 Hz,
    50 Hz,
    800 Hz,
    315 Hz,
    5000 Hz,
    2000 Hz
  • Equalizer Factory PresetsSuper Bass,
    Powerful,
    Natural,
    Flat,
    Vocal
  • Equalizer User Preset Qty2

GPS System

  • TypeGPS receiver
  • Receiver32 channel
  • VoiceVoice command recognition,
    Navigation instructions
  • AntennaExternal
  • Trip ComputerAvoid freeways,
    Avoid ferrys,
    Fast/short route,
    Avoid toll roads,
    Avoid highways,
    Street address search,
    Avoid U-turns
  • Maps IncludedPuerto Rico,
    Canada,
    USA

Miscellaneous

  • Included AccessoriesMounting kit,
    GPS antenna,
    Cable kit,
    Microphone

Slot(s)

  • Type1 x SD Memory Card

Connections

  • Connector Type1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear,
    1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) – Rear,
    1 x Front channel output ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear,
    1 x Rear channel output ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear,
    1 x Subwoofer output ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear,
    1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono ) – Rear,
    1 x IP-Bus – Rear,
    1 x Composite video/audio input ( Mini-phone 3.5 mm ) – Rear,
    1 x Camera connector ( RCA phono ) – Rear

 

 

Green Levy Numbers

$1000 Fine: 18.09 Miles Per Gallon
$2000 Fine: 16.80 Miles Per Gallon
$3000 Fine: 15.68 Miles Per Gallon
$4000 Fine: 14.70 Miles Per Gallon And Less.

Remember: This is weighted average fuel consumption.

Fees To Pay @ The Border:

RIV FEE: $195 + GST (pos. QST)
GST: 5% USD convert. CND on purchase price ad any services rendered in USA.
Air Cond: $100 if applicable.