FedEx just dropped off my package today and new head unit is here!

Gonna do a install and a review on the new unit.

I chose this unit mainly because I can color match to any interior color, Dual USB Inputs & Aux Input, and also 3 sets of 5V preamp Outputs.

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...C-KD-R900.html

General Features:

* In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote
* Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
* iPod USB direct connectivity via your standard iPod-to-USB connection cable allows you to charge, control, and playback your iPod through the receiver and stereo system
* Compatible with the iPod and iPhone
* Detachable face
* Full dot LCD display
* Wireless remote control included
* Variable illumination display with over 30,000 color options
* CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
* Power Output:
o Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
o RMS: 20 watts x 4 channels
* CD Text Display
* MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
* Authorized Internet Dealer
* 1-year Manufacturer's warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

* Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WAV, and WMA
* HS-IVi Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
* Loudness control in 3 patterns
* 3-Band Parametric iEQ with preset tone curves
* TI/Burr-Brown 24-bit DAC

Expandability Options:

* 3 Sets of 5V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
* SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as either the JVC SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or JVC XM Radio Package
* HD Radio Ready: JVC KT-HD300 required and sold separately
* Built-in Bluetooth: Includes microphone and built-in controls for hands free talking when connected to a compatible Bluetooth phone
* iPod/iPhone Ready: USB-to-iPod cable will work with most iPods. The JVC KS-PD100 iPod adapter is required for a limited number of older iPods, please view the JVC compatibility list to see if your iPod will require the KS-PD100.
* Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
* Front-panel USB input: USB allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
* Rear USB input: USB input allows connection to media devices such as MP3 players, iPods, iPhones, etc.
* Steering wheel remote control ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
* CD Changer Controls: JVC CHX-1500 required and sold separately
* Dual USB inputs (front and rear)

 

Quick Install and Tune =)

Overall very impressed w/ the head unit!

- Bluetooth handsfree feature is very clear and loud on the other end and very user friendly.
- Charges my Iphone 3GS while playing music.
- Can play music on my 3GS thru Bluetooth!! (No Wires!!) USB Input, or Aux Input.
- Plays MP3 CD & WMA

 

We use this same deck installed in a H2 with an iPad2 direct connected.

Why don't you use the rear USB cable for the ipod and then leave the front one for the bluetooth?

 

Well I figured that I wouldn't be touching the bluetooth once its plugged in the USB port so I just tucked it away in the back behind the headunit.

I guess I can switch it around to see how I like it.

 

Are you planning on using modifry's dci harness? If so do you know if your model is supported?

 

Nope, I rarely use controls the by the steering wheel. So I didn't bother even looking into it.

 

I finally finished up my system in the trunk.

After a few weeks of waiting for my custom spec sub box to be made it finally arrived and I put everything together.

All the sub, amp, wiring, fuses were used from my previous system from the Evo 8.




I only spent $120 for the custom sub box + $3.74 for polyfill from walmart.

Had to get a 3/4" wooden spacer made to fit the massive Diamond Audio Magnets.

Here are some pics!







Night Time

 

Wow, clean install. It's a good thing you have 400+ whp to haul all that gear around

 

Thanks, I tired to make it as clean as possible w/ what i had to work with.

As of today 3pm I have 500whp now