Kenwood DDX916WS head unit -- any installed?

[willimusk]

Originally Posted by sjcurtis

It came in already. It probably took 15 minutes to install and it's a beautiful unit. So far it pretty easy to operate.

It's been in for a while now. Any further feedback on sound and functionality?

[reebis]

Has anyone installed this in a 2017 and verified the steering wheel controls, rear cam and mic are plug and play?

[JBezugs]

Originally Posted by reebis

Has anyone installed this in a 2017 and verified the steering wheel controls, rear cam and mic are plug and play?

Curious about this as well.

[Kutanks]

Does the radio work? I thought the frequency was different for tuning in Asia? Only other downside I see is that the controls are designed for RHD. Even so this seems like the cleanest way to get car play. Would be really nice if kenwood would officially release this in North America

[sjcurtis]

Originally Posted by willimusk

It's been in for a while now. Any further feedback on sound and functionality?

The radio works great. It has really over powered the factory speakers and I have ordered dash, door and rear speakers to replace the crap ass stock Subaru speakers

[jpeaslee]

Originally Posted by sjcurtis

The radio works great. It has really over powered the factory speakers and I have ordered dash, door and rear speakers to replace the crap ass stock Subaru speakers

Where in Alabama are you? I'm up in Madison/athens. How do you feel about the apple car play or android auto (if you're using either of them.)

[sjcurtis]

Originally Posted by jpeaslee

Where in Alabama are you? I'm up in Madison/athens. How do you feel about the apple car play or android auto (if you're using either of them.)

I'm right outside of Selma Al. I haven't used many features of the radio other then the Bluetooth to be honest. I've been working on my other cars and really haven't even thought about it but I will loo into the android auto soon.

[MuseChaser]

The eBay link states that the player is setup for region 3 DVDs, meaning it'll play DVDs manufactured for distribution in southeast Asia mostly. US and Canadian folks need region 1 players. Other than ripping and stripping the codes from any DVDs you wish to use in your car, is there a workaround for this issue, i.e., an option to reprogram the player for different regions? Computer drives typically allow you five region changes, I think...

[jpeaslee]

Originally Posted by MuseChaser

The eBay link states that the player is setup for region 3 DVDs, meaning it'll play DVDs manufactured for distribution in southeast Asia mostly. US and Canadian folks need region 1 players. Other than ripping and stripping the codes from any DVDs you wish to use in your car, is there a workaround for this issue, i.e., an option to reprogram the player for different regions? Computer drives typically allow you five region changes, I think...

I'm very interested in this answer as well.

[Alabang BRZ]

2017 replacement is out.



New Kenwood DDX917WS Release for Toyota & Subaru

The Kenwood DDX917WS release has just been announced and is set to arrive on the Australia shores on 1 March 2017.


The new Kenwood DDX917WS is based on the previous model the DDX916WS but will now included additional features:

• Built in Air Mirroring via WiFi
• ADAS DVR Camera control on screen (dash camera control) *Requires Kenwood DRV-N520 sold seperately.
• Super Hi-Res Audio file playback

Built In “Air Mirroring 2 ” with Advanced Two Way Android Link.


With the new Kenwood DDX917WS Release comes Wi-Fi Mirroring is now built in to our 2017 CP/AA Range (excluding DMX7017BTS)
Connect your smartphone via Wi-Fi and mirror your Android or iPhone screen without fuss onto our 7″ Capacitive Screen!
Kenwood has also added advanced Two Way Smartphone Link to easily control your Android Phone via the head unit. This new technology allows seamless Android control from your head unit without any additional third party apps or Bluetooth setup requirements.
Just simply activate your Android quick connect function and you’re ready to go!
Off Road/4WD mapping,Videos,Apps and even Android Auto Wirelessly via Air Mirroring!
Yes, it’s all possible within the new 2017 CP/AA AV Range.

ADAS DVR Control


An industry first, Kenwood can now integrate an ADAS DVR with the AV Receiver. Full DVR control, screen viewing, setup etc. can all be operated via the Head Unit. The DRV-N520 is a fully Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) DVR that can detect and alert collisions, Lane Departure as well as Departure Delays.



Alerts are communicated on screen and through audio.

[Andrew025]

Just ordered the DDX917WS. I'll try to get some pics/vids when it arrives and for the install.

[Racecomp Engineering]

Originally Posted by Andrew025

Just ordered the DDX917WS. I'll try to get some pics/vids when it arrives and for the install.

Please do. The Starlink head unit on my new to me 2016 BRZ is trash.

The buttons being on the right side of the Kenwood bothers me and also I don't like capacitive volume buttons. But it seems like a good unit with the perfect fitment bonus.

- Andrew

[Krion]

Selling my '16 version, new in box.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...54#post2947254

[Jakinit]

Originally Posted by Racecomp Engineering

Please do. The Starlink head unit on my new to me 2016 BRZ is trash.

The buttons being on the right side of the Kenwood bothers me and also I don't like capacitive volume buttons. But it seems like a good unit with the perfect fitment bonus.

- Andrew

I just went through the "painful" process of installing the DDX917WS in my 2017 BRZ. Wasn't horrible, but there wasn't much info about getting it in a 2017. Everything works including steering control and the stock backup camera.