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Dual XDVD8183N DVD Receiver with 7-Inch Touch Screen LCD, Built-In Bluetooth, and iPod ControliPod Cable NOT included Description:

Motorized 7″ touch screen TFT LCD monitor; 50×4 Max Power (200 Watts); Fully self-contained (no hide-away box); Import ISO/DIN mountable; Internal cooling fan; Electronic volume, bass, treble, balance, and fader; MOSFET audio output; 5.1 audio outputs (RCA); 1 Audio/video input (RCA); 1 Rear camerainput (RCA); 2 Composite video outputs; iplug interface cable (A/V-iPod-3.5mm); 24-Bit D/A Converter Blue/white dot matrix secondary display; Infrared remote control; Communicates with most Bluetooth enabled phones; Built-in microphone for hands-free operation; Answer and place calls via touch screen; One-touch dialing from phone book; On-screen caller ID; MP3/WMA encoded CD/DVD playback; DVD-R/RW/DVD+R/RW/CD-R/CD-RW compatible; Direct track access; Last position memory; Random/repeat/play/pause; High-speed track search; On screen display; ESP buffer; Subtitle/angle; Zoom; Play/pause; Chapter skip/search; Direct time/title/chapter access. AM/FM/TUNER; US/European frequency spacing; 48 Station presets

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5967 in Car Audio or Theater
• Color: Black
• Brand: Dual Electronics
• Model: XDVD8183N
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 12.00 pounds

Features

• Motorized seven-inch touchscreen TFT LCD monitor with 480 x 234 pixel resolution and secondary dot matrix display
• Playback of DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA (from disc) formats, along with AM/FM radio
• Built-in Bluetooth communicates with most Bluetooth phones, with front-panel microphone for hands-free operation
• Built-in 50W x 4 MOSFET amplifier; 5.1-channel RCA outputs (front pair, rear pair, center, subwoofer)
• A/V input, dual video outputs, rear camera input, and optional iPlug auxiliary input interface

Customer Reviews:

Good stuff
Got this item last month and it rocks, can’t beat value & reliability for price. I do have a few little gripes.

Good:
This is a decent head unit with very good interface, screen clarity and DVD playback. Sound quality was very good considering I have no amp and I liked that sound options could be configured. I read reviews on other sites before buying and as advertised most of the functions worked. I was able to play DVDs, MP3 CDs, and regular CDs. The bluetooth worked ok for audio transfer (with Nokia 6230 & Blackberry Pearl), and handsfree mic sounded ok on receiving end. I like the piano black with brushed chrome look and feel. I did not install the backup camera, and did not get the tv tuner unit in time for the install, but the aux-in port works fine.

Gripes:
I haven’t gotten the ipod interface to work yet though - i currently have an Ipod nano (3rd gen). The Dual logo displays on the ipod, but the head unit keeps saying “connecting…” I think it may be a compatibility issue with the nano firmware version. Will check this out, but I can use the 3.5mm in jack as an alternative, and the nano does get charged using the ipod jack connection. I had to use a by-pass for the parkbrake - had a little trouble at first, but resolved this. Would have liked this unit to come with Divx and have more functionallity with the bluetooth - does not read call address book on blackberry pearl correctly. Tends to get warm quickly.

Overall:
This unit was professionally installed in a ‘04 “Corolla”. Installation was quick and almost pain free (by-pass to parking brake took some time - I do not live in a state with video restrictions). I would recommend this unit to any one. Its a good sturdy unit with lots of features, and I could not find another unit at lower price vs reliability concerns.

Dont waste your money or time
Well I just wanted an upgrade from my old monitor head unit, so I got this Dual one. The first one broke within the hour of my setup, the second made a loud noise and the fan was really loud, i was just listening to the radio it sounded like i was watching a movie for hours. This item is very cheap I doubt it last you more than couple of months. Just spend couple more dollars get something nicer.

Installed yesterday…..!!
We love this product. Outstanding. It was installed at Best Buy yesterday…..they did a great job and it works beautifully. We also like the blue tooth speakerphone/handsfree feature.

shipping and delivery went smoothly

Amazon.com Product Description
Turn your vehicle into a mobile entertainment center with this affordable single-DIN DVD receiver from Dual Electronics. Make hands-free Bluetooth calls using the built-in microphone. Play back your favorite DVDs and CDs, burn MP3/WMA files to disc for hours of music, or just listen to the radio. Set up an in-car surround system with the 5.1 channel RCA outputs, and send video to rear monitors with a pair of video outs. Options abound, and your wallet will thank you as much as your passengers.

An affordable multimedia system for your vehicle. Click to enlarge.

When motorized screen is tucked away, the secondary blue/white dot matrix screen takes over.

Easy to navigate touchscreen interface.

iPlug interface included for easy connection of MP3 players and other devices.

Seven-Inch Touchscreen Monitor
The XDVD8183N features a motorized, seven-inch touchscreen TFT LCD monitor with 480 x 234 pixel resolution, for great looking video and ease of navigation. When not in use, the screen folds back into the receiver seamlessly, with a smaller blue/white dot matrix secondary display to pick up the slack.

Bluetooth-Enabled
The XDVD8183N features built-in Bluetooth technology, which communicates with most Bluetooth-enabled phones. A built-in microphone for hands-free operation. Answer and place calls via the unit’s touchscreen, along with one-touch dialing from the phone book, and on-screen caller ID.

Enjoy Your Media
Play back your favorite DVDs and CDs (including burnt DVD-R/RWs, DVD+R/RWs, CD-R/RWs) in the disc player, with full access to disc menus, subtitles, zoom mode, angles, etc.

You can also burn your favorite MP3/WMA music files to CD/DVD for hours of music on a single disc.

AM/FM Tuner
Tune into your favorite radio programming with the AM/FM radio, complete with 48 Station presets for instant access to your stations.

iPlug Interface Cable (Purchase Separately)
The iPlug cable uses a 3.5mm headphone jack to connect your digital music player to the receiver using RCA inputs. It’s a breakout aux input, essentially, allowing you to connect your iPod, MP3 player, or other device for enjoyment in your vehicle.

Serious Sound
The built-in 50 x 4 MOSFET amplifier provides efficient performance and great fidelity. Dial in the audio further with standard bass/treble and balance/fader controls.

5.1-Channel Audio Outputs
With 50 x 4 Watts, the XDVD8183N delivers plenty of high-quality sound, but if you want to get a serious mobile entertainment center going, it offers full 5.1 channel RCA audio outputs: a pair of front outputs, a pair of rear, center channel, and subwoofer.

Audio/Video In/Out
Connect a game system, camera, or other source using the A/V input, and send the signal to additional monitors in your vehicle with two separate composite video outs.

Rear Camera Input
An RCA rear camera input is provided. Connect a compatible camera and enjoy the convenience and safety of backing up with added visual input.

Remote Included
A full-featured Infrared remote control is provided.

What’s in the Box
Dual XDVD8183N Receiver, Remote Control, Trim Ring, Installation Hardware, Wiring Harness, User’s Manual