Kenwood eXcelon DDX9907XR 6.8" DVD Receiver with Bluetooth & HD Radio

Kenwood eXcelon DDX9907XR 6.8" DVD Receiver with Bluetooth & HD Radio

The Kenwood Excelon DDX9907XR DVD receiver epitomizes what the "Excelon" series is all about. In addition to its superior build quality and sweet audiophile sound package, this receiver offers the ability to connect four cameras, which can help integrate factory and aftermarket cameras. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ provide familiar smartphone interfaces on the large 6.75" high-definition touchscreen display, which can be customized to your preferences. Versatile Bluetooth®, a built-in HD Radio® tuner, and high-res music capability help make for an infotainment system anyone would love to have at the helm of their vehicle. And, Kenwood backs up this receiver with a 2-year warranty.

Safe, Smart and Comprehensive Control with Apple CarPlay

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. With the latest iOS version (iOS 12.0 and higher), 3rd party navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze are also supported. New KENWOOD Wi-Fi receivers now support Apple CarPlay wirelessly (compatible phone required).   

Android Auto for Easy Connectivity

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. You can even listen to and control music from your favorite streaming services like Pandora and Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze. New KENWOOD Wi-Fi receivers also support Android Auto wirelessly (compatible phone required).

To use Android Auto on your car display, you’ll need an Android Auto compatible vehicle or aftermarket stereo, an Android phone running Android 5.0 or higher, and the Android Auto app.

Wireless Mirroring for Android

Solution for seamlessly displaying and controlling your smartphone apps on a screen without cables on select Android devices. 

True Mirroring via USB for iPhone & Android, 2-Way Touch Control for Android

True Mirroring allows you to display and control your smartphone on the receiver screen via USB. You can enjoy your favorite apps on a large display with impressive sound quality. Before starting True Mirroring, just install the free app “Mirroring for KENWOOD” on your smartphone and connect it to the receiver via Bluetooth as well as a USB cable. USB Mirroring with iPhone has the following restrictions:

1. During USB mirroring on iOS device, when a call is received, USB mirroring disconnects and needs to be manually reconnected.
2. USB Mirroring is not compatible with the original Music application on the iPhone.
3. USB Mirroring is disconnected when the iPhone goes to the sleep mode.
4. Some apps may have additional restrictions.

Equipped with the Intuitive KENWOOD Music Mix

Up to 5 Bluetooth^® devices can be connected to the receiver at the same time, allowing you to take turns streaming music with your friends and family.

Dual Phone Connection

While you are connected through Bluetooth, with a touch of a button you can switch between two phones.

Control the Receiver from Your Smartphone with the KENWOOD Remote App S

A smartphone application can control most basic functions of the receiver over the Bluetooth connection of the paired phone (iPhone or Android).

High-Resolution Audio Wireless

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. Select KENWOOD receivers now support Hi-Resolution Audio Wirelessly via LDAC. LDAC is an audio coding technology that enables the transmission of High-Resolution Audio over a Bluetooth connection.    

Optimal Sound Performance with 13 Band Graphic EQ and Time Alignment

Use the graphic equalizer to tailor the sound quality to your unique tastes. Additional sound staging is available with the Time Alignment feature, designed to provide optimal sound performance.   

FLAC Support

Compatible with a broad range of audio file formats such as FLAC and WAV, to MP3, WMA and AAC.

File format	High-Resolution Audio	Compression	Frequency
WAV	Yes	-	~ 192kHz / ~ 24bit
FLAC	Yes	Lossless compression
MP3	-	Lossy compression	~ 48kHz / ~ 16bit

High Quality Audio Parts Supporting High-Resolution Audio Reproduction

To ensure the best possible sound quality, the receivers use custom-made and carefully selected parts, such as audio quality power supply capacitors, high quality coupling capacitors and cross-shaped panel structures. These parts are further optimized through meticulous tuning of the component values and circuit paths.

Playable FULL HD Video Files

You can play back from USB devices audio and video files compressed in various formats.

Video Codec	Playable up to
MPEG4	1920 × 1080p
H.264	1920 × 1080p
MKV	1920 × 1080p
WMV	1920 × 1080p

USB sources are available on rear monitor via video output. The powerful Dual USB provides max 1.5A quick charge for selected Android and 1.0A charge for iPhone.

Music Codec	Playable up to
FLAC	~ 192kHz / ~ 24bit
WAV	~ 192kHz / ~ 24bit

Enjoy the Many Infotainment Features Available on the iDatalink Maestro RR

When an Automotive Data Solutions iDatalink Maestro RR is connected to a compatible KENWOOD receiver, it provides a seamless interface with factory infotainment features such as Satellite Radio, USB Media Player, Bluetooth hands-free and music streaming. Factory driver assistance systems and cameras are also retained and work as they did originally. Parking sensor display and dynamic parking guide lines are also added in supported vehicles on the rear camera screen. Vehicle information such as HVAC, performance information, and TPMS can also be displayed. Radar detector information can also be displayed on the screen when used with a compatible K40 or ESCORT* radar detector system. ESCORT compatible with Maestro RR2 only.    

HD Rear Camera Input

The optional CMOS-740HD camera can be connected to the receiver’s rear camera input, displaying the image in true 1280 x 720 (720P) High Definition on compatible receivers. The camera’s built in High Dynamic Range technology further helps to overcome the negative effects of dark or bright conditions, making it the safest rear camera option available.

Rear View Camera Input with Parking Guide Lines

An optional rear view camera enhances safety while backing up and monitoring behind your vehicle. Built-in, adjustable parking guidelines further add to its effectiveness. 

4 Camera Inputs

To enable a smarter driving experience, receivers featuring 4 camera inputs allow for the utmost in convenience, flexibility, and safety. With 4 camera inputs, you can connect a front camera, a KENWOOD dashboard camera (DRV-N520 sold separately), and rear and side (blind spot) cameras. Alternatively, 4 camera inputs can support several other configurations, including the connection of 2 side cameras, a front camera, and a reverse camera. Camera switching is available using on screen controls, or automatically for side cameras when an optional iDatalink Maestro RR is connected (supported vehicles only). 

Dash Cam Link Ready so You Can Drive with Maximum Comfort

Full HD video recording is available with a compact windshield mount camera that can record every event in front of you while you drive. High Dynamic Range (HDR) allows flawless recording regardless of extreme bright light or very dark conditions. With a built-in gyro sensor, if an accident occurs it will be saved in a separate portion of memory within the 8GB SD card for viewing. Additional safety and warning features can be activated to avoid frontal collisions or remind you if traffic has moved in front of you. 

High Definition Display

HD display delivers vivid colors with high-contrast and sharpness. Featuring an all-new electrostatic capacitive touch panel and HD LCD panel, with a high luminance white LED backlight. 

Convenient and Easy-to-Use Capacitive Touch Panel

Provides a high contrast ratio, crystal clear display, and vivid text. Easy to use widgets provide access to information screens with a swipe.

Customizable Multi Widget Screen

You can customize your home screen by selecting four widgets. Depending on the model, widget options can include album art of current song, clock, compass, photo frame, visualizer, and more.  

Equipped with Dual USB Ports

Play your music from one USB port and use the other to charge your device, or charge both at the same time.

SiriusXM Radio Ready

Access additional music, sports and entertainment content on the go with SiriusXM Radio. (Optional SiriusXM tuner required, sold separately)

Built-in HD Radio Tuner

HD Radio has the best selection of local radio with amazing features and no monthly fees. HD Radio provides CD sound quality from digital FM stations and FM sound quality from digital AM stations. You can even access additional HD multicasting stations that are not available on traditional analog radio.

Remote Control (Optional)

This receiver unit can be operated using the optional remote control KNA-RCDV331.