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Kenwood eXcelon DNX696S 6.8 inch resistive touch screen car receiver

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KENWOOD eXcelon DNX696S 6.8" DVD Navigation Receiver with CarPlay

SKU CH-S9QB-EMWC2

6.8" resistive touch DVD receiver with Garmin navigation, 3D terrain view, wired CarPlay, wired Android Auto, HD Radio, three camera inputs and dual USB ports

  • Product typeHome/Car Radio Kit
  • Key features6.8 in Clear Resistive Touch Screen
  • 8" Clear Resistive Touch Screen for responsive fingertip control
  • Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto bring phone apps to the dash
  • Garmin navigation with 3D terrain view and Photo Real Junction View
  • Built-in HD Radio plus tuned audiophile-grade components for cleaner sound
  • Three camera inputs with front-camera interruption and iDatalink Maestro ready

Built-in Navigation & Smartphone Integration

The 6.8" Clear Resistive Touch Screen runs Garmin maps for the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands with 3D terrain view and photo-real junction view. Wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto mirror phone apps on the display. The INRIX traffic subscription covers two years and requires a connected smartphone.

Camera Inputs & Audio Expansion

Three dedicated camera inputs support front, rear and side views with front-camera interruption for parking assist. Dual USB ports include one-metre extension cables for flexible routing. A microSD slot adds local media storage, while the single AV input and output enable dual-zone entertainment. The CMOS-320 control interface and iDatalink Maestro readiness allow steering-wheel controls and vehicle data integration.

Installation Notes

The unit fits a standard double-DIN opening and uses ISO-style wiring harnesses for power, speaker and camera connections. The resistive touch panel requires firm presses and can feel less responsive than capacitive screens. Garmin map updates need a computer and microSD card. Wired CarPlay and Android Auto demand a quality USB cable; cheap cables often cause intermittent connections. The INRIX traffic app must be paired each ignition cycle.

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Price $672.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 3,253 comparable items (median $212.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKenwood eXcelon
Product typeHome/Car Radio Kit

Questions about this item

How often does the Garmin map database need an update, and is the microSD slot used for that?

Garmin provides map updates that can be loaded through the microSD card slot; the frequency depends on road changes in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands coverage area.

What limits continuous DVD playback on long trips?

The 6.8-inch resistive touch screen and DVD drive draw power from the vehicle’s electrical system; extended playback is limited by the alternator capacity and battery condition rather than an internal thermal limit.

How loud is the cooling fan when the receiver runs all day with navigation and CarPlay active?

The unit uses passive heatsink cooling with no internal fan, so operation stays silent; only the vehicle’s cabin temperature and dashboard airflow affect long-term heat dissipation.

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