Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of the newest in HD Radio tuner technology that provides digital multicasting as well as iTunes Tagging.

The KTC-HR300 ($150.00 suggested retail price) is a convenient add-on module that allows the owner of an “HD Radio-ready” Kenwood in-dash electronic component to upgrade their AM/FM tuner section for receipt of radio signals broadcasting in the HD Radio format. Over 1,800 stations are broadcasting in the HD Radio format as of December 2008 according to iBiquity, the inventor of HD Radio technology…

Clarion, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, introduces new source units with XM Mini-Tuner direct connection. Customers can now choose from three all-new distinct models, the DUZ385SAT, VRX785BT and the MAX685BT, that are all XM Mini-Tuner direct connection ready for their in-dash multimedia enjoyment.

XM Mini-Tuner is a portable cartridge that allows users to take their XM radio subscription from one XM Ready car or home product to the next.

“Our new XM Mini-Tuner direct connection enhances our systems already full- featured capabilities,” says Augustin Leung, Clarion’s Senior Product Planning Manager…

Clarion, a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics, introduces new CD and multimedia source units that incorporate support for Microsoft Windows Media Digital Rights Management (WM DRM) and pure digital audio streaming playback feature via USB connection.

Customers can now choose from six very distinct mobile CD source units (DUZ385SAT, DXZ785USB, DXZ585USB and DXZ385USB) and multimedia systems (MAX685BT and the VRX785BT) that offer both Windows Media Audio and Video playback capabilities along with support for playback of WM DRM protected content…

Building on the success of its All-in-One Entertainment/Navigation product line, Kenwood USA is launching two break-through Dual DIN models with the latest audio, video and navigation technologies. Both units include full-memory Garmin navigation technology and the most advanced mapping data of the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Navigation features include voice guidance that announces street names, over 6 million Points of Interest, and Sirf Star 3 GPS receiver that improves GPS accuracy. In addition, the DNX7120 is XM Traffic/Weather ready for live traffic and weather data…

Alpine provides SiriusXM satellite radio connectivity through its industry-leading in-dash receivers. The company offers four new head unit receiver models which will be compatible with the SXV100 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and the new SXV200 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner, which will be available during the second quarter of 2012. The units will be on display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Jan. 10-13 at the Las Vegas Convention Center…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of six newly-engineered in-car multimedia systems, many with built-in navigation technology by Garmin and the latest in audio and video performance features.

Kenwood introduces a new premium double-DIN multimedia / navigation receiver, the DNX7180 ($1,500.00 suggested retail price). Advanced navigation technology by Garmin is built into the DNX7180 and includes features such as Lane Assist with Junction View that reduce highway interchange confusion and improve driving safety. The DNX7180 also includes built-in NAVTEQ Live Traffic service that is free for the life of the product…

Alpine has two audio-video (AV) head units for in-dash use. The IVE-W530 and IVE-W535HD both have 6.1-inch full VGA high-resolution screens and DVD slots, making them ideal for users who prefer a screen-based entertainment system in the dash.

The IVE-W535HD is compatible with several digital audio sources. It has a built-in HD Radio™ receiver; it can control Pandora® internet radio via iPhone®, Android™ and BlackBerry™ smartphones; and is compatible with SiriusXM (requires tuner and subscription, sold separately)…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of six newly-engineered in-car multimedia systems, many with built-in navigation technology by Garmin and the latest in audio and video performance features.

Kenwood introduces a new premium double-DIN multimedia / navigation receiver, the DNX7160 ($1,700.00 suggested retail price). Advanced navigation technology by Garmin is built into the DNX7160 and includes new features such as Lane Assist with Junction View that reduce highway interchange confusion and improve driving safety. The DNX7160 also includes built-in NAVTEQ Live Traffic service that is free for the life of the product…

Fans of Pandora Internet Radio now can enjoy an integrated Pandora experience in the car with the iDA-X305S Digital Media Receiver, currently shipping from Alpine The iDA-X305S is the world’s first receiver to provide direct, in-dash control of Pandora Internet Radio for the in-vehicle environment.

Pandora is a free, personalized Internet radio service that allows users to create their own stations with music they like, based on musical characteristics from an artist or song. The iDA-X305S gives users control of their Pandora stations via the iPhone®…

Continuing with its heritage of premium sound quality products, Alpine today debuted three new full-featured CD receivers at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held Jan. 8-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The receivers are equipped with an array of features that appeal to true car audio enthusiasts and are even compatible with Alpine’s new smartphone sound tuning app, TuneIt…