A perfect copilot for RV owners and truckers

A reviewer for one of Kenwood's previous "RV" receivers stated that his model had everything he needed, but "the screen could be a little bigger." Kenwood must've been listening. Their DNR1008RVS receiver offers a big 10.1" "floating" capacitive touchscreen display to provide a big command center for your big vehicle. And with built-in Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Garmin navigation, you'll have all your handy infotainment features front and center on a brilliant high-definition display.

Let Garmin show you the way

Looking for navigation that won't eat up your data plan or rely on ample cell signal reception? This receiver's built-in Garmin navigation works on its own to cover routes in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. In addition to its handy 3D Terrain View to show off landscape contours on the big-screen display, you can enter your RV or truck parameters, such as vehicle weight, length, and width. The software remembers these numbers to plot the best routes for your journey — no more worrying about low bridge clearances. You can even search for specific destinations for your large vehicle, such as truck stops and RV parks.

Product highlights:

General features:

• digital multimedia player with AM/FM tuner
• Garmin navigation built-in with free 3-year Map Care update plan
  • Note - Google has disabled the Android Auto navigation apps with this receiver. The built-in Garmin navigation will provide the most accurate way to plot routes for a specific vehicle's length, width, and height profile
• 10.1" electrostatic capacitive touchscreen HD display
  • Optical Clear Adhesive suppresses light reflection and glare
  • Azimuthal Anchoring Switch display technology provides a wider viewing angle of 170° for both horizontal and vertical directions — perfect for visibility in large cabs
  • customizable widget layout with split-screen for navigation display
• plays media loaded with MP3, WMA, and AAC music files (plus high-res WAV and FLAC)
• chassis fits double-DIN (4" tall) dash openings

Smartphone features:

• wired and wireless Android Auto compatible
  • compatible with Google Assistant voice control when using Android Auto
• wired and wireless Apple CarPlay compatible
  • Siri voice control for select iPhones
• wired mirroring for iPhone and select Android devices via HDMI (adapters sold separately)
• wireless mirroring for select Android devices
• built-in Bluetooth with dual phone connection for hands-free calling and music streaming
  • Music Mix lets you pair five phones to create collaborative playlists
  • Control this receiver from your smartphone using Kenwood's free Remote S app
• rapid Android charging via USB port

Audio/visual features:

• 13-band parametric EQ
• time alignment
• Drive EQ and digital signal processing
• 2- and 3-way crossover

Expandability:

• compatible with SiriusXM's aftermarket satellite radio tuner (sold separately, subscription required)
• compatible with Kenwood CMOS-740HD HD backup camera
• inputs: rear USB-A input, three camera inputs (HD rear, front, side), rear analog A/V inputs (composite video input can be converted to 4th cam input), rear HDMI input, SD card input (used for navigation updates, plus video and music), control input for the Kenwood DRV-N520 dash cam
• outputs: rear video output (RCA), 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, sub)

Other information:

• Important note - Monitor dimensions are 10.313" x 7.125". Before ordering, check for possible interference with your dash.
  • when installing the receiver, the display offers a display depth adjustment of 0.8125", a height adjustment of 1.5625", and a tilt of -10/+45°
• 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)
• built-in amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
• works with iDatalink Maestro RR or RR2 modules
  • retains factory features in a wide selection of vehicles
  • displays engine performance data on touchscreen
• warranty: 1 year

For anxious passengers wondering "are we there yet?", you can show off the navigation info on a second monitor for them to see. Kenwood also includes three years of free Garmin Map Care, so your routes will be up to date.

Whether you're hauling a big payload or just seeing the sights, this big 10.1" touchscreen display shows the best route.

Use a phone interface you know

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto let this stereo's controls behave like your phone's interface, so there's no learning curve. Plug in or wirelessly link your Android™ or iPhone®, and you'll get voice control access to your phone calls, weather, text messages, and of course all your music. Get more info at www.apple.com/ios/carplay and www.android.com/auto.

Android owners, you can mirror your phone's screen wirelessly using Miracast and the receiver's built-in Wi-Fi. This receiver's HDMI input also lets you mirror the screen from select phones by using a compatible HDMI adapter for your phone (sold separately).

Navigation and Android Auto note: Android Auto has disabled all navigation apps on this receiver. The built-in Garmin navigation is the most accurate way to represent a vehicle's length, width, and height profile for the best routing available.

Music galore

In addition to this receiver's music-streaming capabilities, its rear USB input can make audiophiles happy — this receiver supports high-res file playback of music stored on a USB drive. When you don't have map updates loaded, you can also use this receiver's SD card input for digital music too. And if you're looking for radio stations that won't fade away, add a SiriusXM tuner (not included) to this Kenwood to enjoy satellite radio's extensive programming wherever you may roam.

You can also access video files from USB and SD drives to display on the big screen when you're parked.

Bluetooth for everyone in the car

The DNR1008RVS lets you pair two Bluetooth-equipped phones and quickly switch between them for hands-free calling — an excellent road trip convenience. And when you're streaming music, Kenwood's Music Mix lets you pair five phones so everybody can pick their tunes for an on-the-fly listening session.

Add an HD backup cam and three more

Vehicle cameras are a must for safer driving, and Kenwood gives you three video inputs, including one for Kenwood's CMOS-740HD high-definition backup camera. Kenwood also provides a proprietary input for the DRV-N520 dash cam. And if you need one more, you can configure this receiver's composite RCA video input as a fourth camera input.

Kenwood didn't forget the tone controls

If you're a big-time system builder, you'll appreciate how the DNR1008RVS includes three pairs of 4-volt RCA preamp outputs for an ultra-clean signal when you add amplifiers to your system. And if you're building a 3-way system, this receiver gives you that next-level crossover capability.

You'll also dig Kenwood's suite of sound-crafting tools, including a 13-band parametric equalizer, handy preset settings, and built-in digital time alignment. The receiver's processing power brings back the depth and detail of all your digital music sources. If your speakers are located down low in the doors, this receiver offers Stage EQ, which adjusts your music's frequencies to virtually "raise" your speakers for better-sounding, more natural imaging.

iDatalink Maestro lets you keep your factory extras

Combined with an iDatalink Maestro RR or RR2 interface (sold separately), the DNR1008RVS includes intuitive vehicle integration that lets you keep factory features that you'd otherwise lose when you install a new radio. Once you've identified your vehicle, you'll see the iDatalink module offered on the way to the Shopping Cart if it's compatible.

Bluetooth note: Use of this receiver's Bluetooth features will depend upon your phone's Bluetooth capabilities.

Smartphone note: If you're going to use your smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.

You'll need a wired connection to your parking brake to access settings and other features on this receiver. Your parking brake must be connected and set in order to view video on its screen.

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