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Kenwood is starting 2008 off with a fresh assortment of newly updated and fresh CD Receivers, in seven flavors to choose from. Shared features include 3-4-lines of text, Interactive Illumination Effect, and 1-Wire Direct Connection to iPods. Also included in all are Aux inputs for easy plug and play of portable music devices, 50W X 4 built-in power, include RCA preouts for system expansion and (with the exception of the KDC-MP208 and KDC-138) all are Satellite, HD Radio and Bluetooth Ready.

The flagship KDC-BT838U(pictured above) includes hands-free cell phone operation, voice prompt dialing, A2DP music streaming and even text messaging. Text messaging?

The KDC-MP438U (displayed below) features an illuminated front panel USB and Aux input with a sliding cover to protect them.

No word on pricing or availability. We shall keep you updated however. To read the full press release and additional pictures of the units, read on!

January 7, 2008

KENWOOD ROLLS OUT WIDE-RANGING LINE OF CD RECEIVERS

Long Beach, CA, January 7, 2008 – Kenwood Corporation is introducing an expansive line of CD receivers that emphasize connectivity and user-friendly features like 3 and 4-lines of text, Interactive Illumination Effect, and 1-Wire Direct Connection to iPods.

All 2008 Kenwood receivers (including entry-level models) include Aux inputs for easy plug and play of portable music devices. The KDC-MP438U and higher include USB Direct Control that allows control of USB portable music players like iPods directly from the receiver. Models with USB also offer 1-Wire Direct Connection so users can plug in their iPod with the USB cable supplied in the iPod box. Another user-friendly feature added to 2008 USB models is Interactive Blue Illumination Effect, a pleasing blue glow that illuminates the controls when pressed or turned and dims after five seconds.

The flagship KDC-BT838U(displayed below) with built-in Bluetooth module includes hands-free cell phone operation, voice prompt dialing, A2DP music streaming and even text messaging. The KDC-MP738U offers a high-resolution display with four lines of text; the KDC-MP638U has a 4-line full dot display that’s easy to read even in broad daylight. The KDC-MP438U(displayed below) features an illuminated front panel USB and Aux input with a sliding cover to protect them when not in use. An illuminated front-panel AUX input with a sliding protection cover is also featured on the KDC-MP338 as well as a 14-segment, 13-digit front panel display.

Even entry-level Kenwood receivers include advanced features. The KDC-MP238(displayed below) and KDC-MP208 play WMA/MP3 files and incorporate Supreme technology for enhanced performance from compressed audio. Both use an easy to read 14-segment 8-digit display.

All Kenwood receivers have 50W X 4 built-in power, include RCA preouts for system expansion and (with the exception of the KDC-MP208 and KDC-138) all Kenwood CD receivers are Satellite, HD Radio and Bluetooth Ready.

[Source: Kenwood]