Kenwood DMX40S: Digital Multimedia Receiver

About the Kenwood DMX40S: Digital Multimedia Receiver

Apple CarPlay, connect via USB:

A smarter, safer and more fun way to use your iPhone in the car.  Apple CarPlay gives iPhone users an intuitive way to make calls, use maps, and listen to music through just a word or a touch.  Some features, applications, and services are not available in all areas.

Android auto, connect via USB

Android auto was designed through safety in mind.  Through larger touch targets, a split screen interface, and easy to use voice actions, it's designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road.  Compatible android phone and compatible active data plan required.  Some features and devices may not be available in all countries.  Subject to availability.

USB mirroring for smartphone:

By installing the "mirrorapp+", your mobile phone is seamlessly displayed on the Receiver's screen via USB.  You can enjoy a variety of apps such as waze, YouTube, and Instagram.  Touch control is possible from both screen and smartphone.  Selected smartphones only

Streaming music:

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

Optimal sound performance through 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 through the time alignment feature, designed to provide optimal sound performance.

Enhanced vehicle integration: 

Enhance your vehicle integration through the iDatalink maestro RR / RR2 (sold separately).  This system allows you to retain your factory steering wheel audio controls, factory amplifier, and secondary displays.  Additionally, it can display crucial vehicle information, such as performance data, climate controls, and battery voltage, when connected to compatible vehicles.  For added convenience, radar detector information can be shown on the screen when paired through a compatible K40 radar detector system (sold separately).  Through the iDatalink maestro RR2, you can also integrate an escort radar detector system (sold separately) for a seamless driving experience.

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 through a swipe.

WSVGA LCD display:

The WSVGA display reproduces approximately 1.6 times higher resolution than the conventional WVGA display.  You can enjoy finely detailed expression of color gradients and lifelike visuals in dramas and movies, enhancing your viewing experience.

Rear view camera input through parking guidelines:

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.

SiriusXM radio ready:

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

Product highlights:

• Digital Multimedia Receiver and AM / FM tuner
• 6.8" capacitive touchscreen
• Fits double din dash openings
• Blue button illumination

Smartphone features:

• Android auto and apple CarPlay compatible (requires wired connection)
• Control and charging of apple and android devices using the USB connection
• Voice control within apple CarPlay (Siri) and android auto (google voice)
• Mirroring via USB using free mirrorapp + app through select android and iPhone models
• Built in Bluetooth for hands free calling and audio streaming through dual phone connection

Audio / video features:

• Plays USB memory devices
• 13 band equalizer through digital time alignment

Expandability:

• Compatible alongside SiriusXM's aftermarket satellite radio tuner (sold separately, subscription required)
• Inputs: rear USB input (2.1 A), backup camera input (RCA)
• Outputs: rear video output (RCA), 6 channel preamp outputs (3.7 V front, rear, subwoofer)

Other information:

• Wired connection to parking brake required to access settings and other features on this Receiver (the brake must be connected and set for video display)
• Compatible alongside most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
• Works through iDatalink maestro RR or RR2 modules
• Retains factory features in a wide selection of vehicles
• Displays engine performance data on touchscreen
• Built in amplifier (22 W RMS / 50 W peak x 4 channels)
• Optional wireless remote control