Amazon.com Product Description Kenwood's KDC-MP242 is a perfect way to add WMA/MP3 playback to your vehicle and leave room to grow. This CD receiver delivers playback of your digital files from a data disc, AM/FM radio, two pre-amp outputs for expansion, and quality Kenwood sound on a budget. Add additional Kenwood devices for Bluetooth, a direct iPod connection, or satellite/HD radio.  A great replacement for your stock stereo. Click to enlarge. |
Detachable Faceplate
Deter theft with the detachable faceplate, which features a 14 segment FL display and lets you turn Scrolling on or off. The rotary encoder provides easy, intuitive operation and the blue key illumination with dimmer function looks great in any vehicle.
CD and WMA/MP3 Playback
Enjoy your favorite CDs and CD-Rs, or burn a disc of WMA or MP3 files and enjoy hours of music on a single disc, along with ID-3 tag display for artist and title info.
FM/AM Tuner
When you feel like letting someone else control the programming, switch to the radio. Features 18 FM and six AM presets for your convenience.
 Includes IR remote. Click to enlarge. |
 iPod, Bluetooth, HD and Satellite radio ready using Kenwood add-ons like the KCA-iP500 for iPod. |
Room to Grow
The KDC-MP242 features two 2V pre-amp outputs for system expansion. These are switchable between front/rear/sub settings, with a subwoofer level and adjustable low pass filter, so you have a few options for setting up your system.
Remote Control
Let your passengers control the music from the back seat with the included remote.
Front Auxiliary Input
Listen to external audio devices like MP3 players using the front auxiliary input, which is illuminated so it's easy to find in the dark.
 Front auxiliary connectors for quick and easy access. |
Supreme
When a music file is compressed, some frequencies signals are lost, particularly if it is encoded using a low bit rate. The Supreme technology is a Kenwood-original audio compensation technology that compensates for this loss and reproduces music in a more natural form, thereby making it possible to play music recorded using low bit rates (64k to 96k) in an audio-quality equivalent to music recorded using a higher bit rate (equivalent to 128k). Enjoy a natural, rich sound, even with lower compression ratios.
iPod Ready
Add the optional KCA-iP500 for a direct iPod connection and enjoy your iPod music while it charges.
Bluetooth Ready
Add the optional KCA-BT200 to enjoy hands-free operation of the KDC-MP242, allowing you to keep your hands on the steering wheel allowing you better concentration on your driving. Advanced Bluetooth technology provides wireless connection and operation of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as mobile phones and even phones that can stream music via A2DP.
HD and Satellite Radio Ready
The KDC-MP242 allows you to enjoy SIRIUS (requires CA-SR20V cable + Sirius Tuner) or XM (requires KCA-XM100V + XM Mini Tuner) radio in your vehicle. Enjoy a multitude of channels featuring music, news, talk shows, sports, and traffic information with CD quality sound.
You also can add an HD Radio tuner. When you connect an HD radio tuner, features of the unit are disabled and changed to HD Radio tuner features.
What's in the Box
Kenwood KDC-MP242, wireless remote (batteries included), sleeve, trim ring, wiring harness, installation tools, installation manual, operation manual, warranty card.
