KENWOOD eXcelon DDX396BT Double DIN SiriusXM Ready Bluetooth in-Dash DVD/CD/AM/FM Car Stereo
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About KENWOOD eXcelon DDX396BT Double DIN SiriusXM Ready Bluetooth in-Dash DVD/CD/AM/FM Car Stereo
Overall Feedback:
77% positive
77% liked the installation flexibility, however 23% encountered challenges
I installed the car stereo receiver in my 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 using a Metra installation kit and harness.
The stereo fit easily with minimal modification and no extra install kit, making it compatible with different car models.
The car stereo receiver was said to be compatible with my vehicle but it hardly fit in.
I faced difficulty in transferring the phone book to this unit when using a flip-phone. I tried multiple times with different manufactureres phones but it would not accept the phone book from any of them. This shows the negative feedback from me with respect to feature: Installation Flexibility.
82% appreciated the user interface, yet 18% found it somewhat confusing
I love the sound, functionality and options of my car-stereo-receiver, but I can't see anything on the screen on a sunny day.
When adjusted properly, the screen is visible in even harsh sunlight and is bright.
In light, the screen is barely visible.
I find the interface and screen setup of the car-stereo-receiver disappointing. It is poorly designed and difficult to use while driving, especially the small arrows. Additionally, the next pages look lame and show the same info or no info.
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77% found it compatible with other devices
Bluetooth connectivity is fast and sound quality is great. It's better than the pioneer deck I replaced with this one.
My car stereo receiver is not connecting properly with my Note 20 Ultra.
I have tried to pair my flip-phones with the receiver multiple times, but it does not accept the phone book from any of them. The units in my other car and my wife's car paired with and transferred the phone book from all 3 flip-phones with no problems in just seconds. Additionally, the receiver does not show the phone number of incoming calls. This is my negative feedback regarding the compatibility with devices feature.
77% liked the audio quality
The sound quality is great and the Bluetooth connectivity is fast and better than my previous deck.
The sound quality is good and reception seems fine.
The sound quality is terrific even with factory OEM speakers.
