Kenwood DNX9980HD eXcelon In-Dash Multimedia Navigation System

eXcelon products incorporate the latest technologies and deliver the highest sonic performance. From advanced audio tuning capablities, crossover and equalizer systems, high voltage preouts and two-year warranty, eXcelon represents the very best product available. style MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt class MsoNormal Kenwood introduces its new DNX9980HD for 2011, its top in-dash navigation offering. Kenwood's entire lineup of Multimedia Navigation Systems is equipped with high-performance navigation features supported by industry-leading Garmin technology and NAVTEQ maps. Providing easy, touch-panel operation, the high-precision WVGA display intuitively guides you to any destination smoothly and quickly.

Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
I've had this system for a few weeks now and really like it. There are more inputs into this system than I will probably ever use. But I like the option of having them there should I ever want to use them. I will say, the only thing that kept me from giving this product 5 stars, is the fact is has a slow user interface. Kenwood released a new firmware version (v1.3.0 at the time of this review) that was supposed to fix some reported issues. I saw a minor improvement, but not much. But, don't let a slow interface deter you. I only notice the lag because I'm a tech nerd and I've owned other stereo systems (Pioneer AVIC-F90BT) to compare with. I liked my Pioneer stereo, but this system blew Pioneer out of the water. The maps on the system are great because they are Garmin. In fact, Kenwood is the only aftermarket audio stereo system that has Garmin maps. This stereo is also the only one on the market that can interface with your vehicle's computer to provide diagnostics of your engine. Kenwood & Garmin take advantage of your vehicle's OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) port via a bluetooth module, ecoRoute. It can track your vehicle's fuel performance so you know how much fuel you are consuming.This stereo also has built-in traffic receiver. So if you have heavy traffic along your GPS route, your system will try to find alternate routes to avoid the traffic!To add to this great product, is a great forum. KenwoodForums.com is loaded with very knowledgeable people that can help those novice installers and experienced moders troubleshoot any problems you may incur.