Kenwood DMX8521S

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).

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).

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.

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.

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

ENHANCED VEHICLE INTEGRATION
Compatible with both the Automotive Data Solutions iDatalink Maestro RR and RR2 (sold separately)* for enhanced system vehicle integration. In addition to providing the seamless factory integration experience you have become accustomed to with the RR, this model feature expanded support when connected to the RR2, including an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Widget, Customizable Accessory Controls, and compatibility with specific ESCORT radar detector systems (sold separately).