DMX8521S
DMX8521S

DMX8521SDigital Media Receiver with 7.0" WVGA Display

  • Wired & Wireless Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto™ & Android Auto™ Wireless
  • Wireless Mirroring for Android
  • High-Resolution Audio Wireless
  • 13 Band EQ & Digital Time Alignment
  • 4 Camera Inputs
  • USB Type-C
  • 200mm Trim Plate Included
  • 3 Preouts 5.0V

Smartphone Connectivity

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, 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.KENWOOD Wi-Fi receivers now support Apple CarPlay wirelessly (compatible phone required).

*Some features, applications, and services are not available in all areas. For details, see: https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/

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 Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze.
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 6.0 or higher, and the Android Auto app.

Wireless Mirroring for Android

Wireless Mirroring is a groundbreaking solution for seamlessly displaying and controlling your smartphone apps on a KENWOOD receiver screen without cables or a network connection on selected Android devices.

HDMI Input

Display your smartphone screen or other device via an HDMI cable (and third party adapter as applicable) on the monitor.

Streaming Music

Listen to popular music applications and music stored on your device with basic audio controls.

Music Mix – High Quality Audio Streaming x 5 devices

Up to 5 Bluetooth devices can be paired to the head unit at the same time. You can enjoy audio streaming just by switching the devices among your friends and family.

2-Phone Hands Free Calling Ready

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

KENWOOD Portal App

Display image files stored in your iPhone or Android on the receiver's photo frame widget and/or wallpaper.

The Best Audio Experiences

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.

  • * LDAC and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • * “Hi-Res Audio” Logo and “Hi-Res Audio Wireless” Logo are used under license from Japan Audio Society.

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.

Sound Adjustment Features

To meet your high expectations.

Playable Video & Audio Video Files

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

Video Codec Playable up to
MPEG4 1920 × 1080p
H.264 1920 × 1080p
MKV 1920 × 1080p
WMV 1920 × 1080p
Music Codec Playable up to
FLAC ~192kHz / ~24bit
WAV ~192kHz / ~24bit

Safe Driving

Around View Monitoring Ready

Designed and manufactured by

KCA-2020AVM

The optional Around View Monitoring System KCA-2020AVM consists of 4 cameras which provides a range of virtual 360-degree viewing angles.





  • Normal Mode

  • Reverse Mode

  • Turn Signal Mode

KCA-2020AVM has Normal Mode, Reverse Mode and Turn Signal Mode all in 3D view and assists the driver to check obstructions around the vehicle and park more easily. KCA-2020AVM is designed for supporting KENWOOD receivers and all functions can be operated from the receivers’ touch screen.

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.

RECOMMENDED COMBINATION
DASHCAM + REAR CAM + RIGHT CAM + LEFT CAM

RECOMMENDED COMBINATION
FRONT CAM + REAR CAM + RIGHT CAM + LEFT CAM

Additional Features

200mm Trim Plate Included

A 200mm trim plate is included to help make the fit seamless in many of the latest model Japanese and other select cars.

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.

USB Type-C

USB Type-C cable and USB Type-A adapter are included to the set.Rapidly charge your compatible Android smartphone with the USB port, up to a maximum of 3.0A

Direct OEM Steering Remote Control

The receivers can be installed in most Japanese and Korean vehicles easily.
Click here to learn more

Short Chassis Design

Only 85mm of depth for more flexible installation

Wireless Remote Control Included

Authorized KENWOOD Retailers

Purchase KENWOOD Products ONLY from Authorized KENWOOD Retailers! Because KENWOOD cannot guarantee that car audio product purchased from unauthorized dealers are genuine, new and/or fit for purchase, KENWOOD does NOT offer any manufacturer's limited warranty or rebates for car audio products purchased from a dealer that is not authorized by KENWOOD.

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Monitor
Section
Picture size 6.95 inches(diagonal) wide
W x H 156.6 mm x 81.6 mm
Display system TN LCD panel
Drive system TFT active matrix system
Number of pixels 1,152,000
800H x 480V x RGB
Effective pixels 99.99%
Pixel arrangement RGB striped arrangement
Back lighting LED
USB I/F
Section
Connector Type Type-C
USB Standard USB2.0 High Speed
File System FAT 16/32, exFAT, NTFS
Maximum Power Supply Current DC5V=3.0A
D/A Converter 24/32Bit
Audio Decoder MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / FLAC / Vorbis
Video Decoder MPEG1/2,MPEG4 / WMV / H.264 / MKV
Frequency response 192k Sampling 20 - 88,000 Hz
96k Sampling 20 - 44,000 Hz
48k Sampling 20 - 22,000 Hz
44.1k Sampling 20 - 20,000 Hz
Total harmonic distortion 1kHz 0.01%
Signal to Noise ratio 98.5dB
Dynamic range 89dB
Wireless Mirroring
Section
Mode Sink
Copyright protection HDCP2.2
Touch Control UIBC
Wi-Fi IEEE Standard 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Range Dual Band ( 2.4GHz / 5GHz )
Channels Auto(1-11ch)
Auto(149,153,157,161ch)
Transfer rates (MAX) 11a: 54 Mbps / 11b: 11 Mbps /
11g: 54 Mbps / 11n: 300 Mbps /
11ac: 867 Mbps
Output Power 2.4GHz/SISO 11b:14dBm±2dB / 11g:13dBm±2dB /
11n(20MHz):12dBm±2dB
Output Power 5GHz/SISO 11a:9dBm±2dB /
11n(20MHz):9dBm±2dB / 11n(40MHz):8dBm±2dB /
11ac(20MHz):9dBm±2dB / 11ac(40MHz):8dBm±2dB / 11ac(80MHz):8dBm±2dB
Output Power 5GHz/MIMO 11n(20MHz):11dBm±2dB / 11n(40MHz):11dBm±2dB /
11ac(20MHz):11dBm±2dB / 11ac(40MHz):11dBm±2dB / 11ac(80MHz):11dBm±2dB
Bluetooth
Section
Technology Bluetooth Ver5.0
Frequency 2.402 - 2.480 GHz
RF Output Power (E.I.R.P.) +4dBm (MAX), Power Class 2
Maximum Communication range Line of sight approx.10m(32.8ft)
Audio Codec SBC / AAC / LDAC
Multi Profile Support Multi Profile
Profile HFP (V1.7) (Hands Free Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (V1.6) (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
PBAP (Phonebook Access Profile)
HDMI Connector Type Type-D
Input Resolution VGA (640x480p @59.94Hz/60Hz)
480p (720x480p @59.94Hz/60Hz)
720p(1280x720p @59.94Hz/60Hz)
Input Audio Type 32K/44.1K/48K/88.2K/96K/176.2K/192K 16/20/24-bit Linear PCM
DSP
Section
Graphics equalizer
BAND 13Band
frequency (Hz) (BAND1-13) 62.5/100/160/250/400/630/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/6.3k/10k/16k
Gain -9/-8/-7/-6/-5/-4/-3/-2/-1/0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9[dB]
2Way X'Over
HIGH PASS FILTER frequency Through/30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250[Hz]
SLOPE -6/-12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
LOW PASS FILTER frequency 30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250/Through[Hz]
SLOPE -6/-12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
3Way X'Over
HIGH PASS FILTER frequency 250/300/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/5k/6.3k/8k/10k/12.5k
SLOPE -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
Band PASS FILTER frequency Through/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/220/250/300[Hz]
250/300/1k/1.6k/2.5k/4k/5k/6.3k/8k/Through
SLOPE -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
LOW PASS FILTER frequency 30/40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/Through[Hz]
SLOPE -12/-18/-24[dB/Oct.]
Position
Front / Rear /Subwoofer Delay 0 - 6.1m (0.01m Step)
Gain -8 to 0dB
Subwoofer Level -50 to +10dB
FM Frequency Range 87.5MHz - 108.0MHz
(Frequency step) (50kHz)
Usable sensitivity 9.3dBf
S/N30dB 0.8μV/75Ω
Quieting sensitivity 15.2dBf
DIN S/N 46dB 1.6μV / 75Ohms
Frequency response 30Hz - 15kHz
(±3.0dB)
S/N (dB) 65dB (MONO)
Selectivity Over 80dB (±400kHz)
Stereo separation 45dB (1kHz)
AM Frequency Range 531kHz - 1611kHz
(Frequency step) (9kHz)
Usable sensitivity 28dBμ
Video Color system of external video input NTSC/PAL
External audio max input level (Mini jacks) 2 V / 25 kOhms
Video Input level (RCA jacks) 1 Vp-p / 75 Ohms
Video Output level (RCA jacks) 1 Vp-p / 75 Ohms
Audio Maximum Power Output (Front&Rear) 50Wx4
Typical Power Output (Front&Rear) Full Bandwidth Power
(at less than 1%THD)
22Wx4
Output frequency band 20 - 88,000Hz
Preout level (V) 5V / 10kOhms
Preout impedance (Ω) =< 300 Ohms
Speaker Impedance (Ω) 4-8 Ohms
General Operating voltage 12V DC Car Battery
Installation Dimensions WxHxD
(Main Unit Installation size) 178mm x 100mm x 85mm
Weight Main unit 1.3 Kg

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DMX8521S