Kenwood DMX40S Mechless 6.8" AM FM Bluetooth Car Stereo- Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

The Kenwood DMX40S is a 6.8" WSVGA capacitive touchscreen multimedia receiver with a short-chassis in-dash design for easier installation space. It adds modern phone control with Apple CarPlay (USB) and Android Auto (USB), built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling and streaming, and the tuning/output features needed to support aftermarket amps and a subwoofer.

Key Features

• 6.8" WSVGA (1024 x 600) capacitive touchscreen display
• Apple CarPlay — connect via USB
• Android Auto — connect via USB
• USB Mirroring for iPhone / Android (MirrorAPP+; select smartphones)
• Built-in Bluetooth (Bluetooth V5.0)
• iDatalink Maestro Ready (RR/RR2 compatible; module sold separately; vehicle dependent)
• 13-band graphic EQ and Digital Time Alignment
• Rear-view camera input with adjustable parking guidelines
• SiriusXM Radio Ready (tuner sold separately)
• Short chassis design

Connectivity & Integration

• Apple CarPlay: Wired (connect via USB)
• Android Auto: Wired (connect via USB)
• USB: Rear USB Type-A, USB 2.0 High Speed; file systems FAT16/32, exFAT, NTFS; max power supply current DC 5V / 2.1A
• USB Mirroring: MirrorAPP+ (select smartphones; mirroring via USB)
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth V5.0; profiles include HFP 1.8, A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, PBAP 1.2, SPP 1.2
• Rear camera: Rear-view camera input with parking guidelines
• SiriusXM: SiriusXM Radio Ready (optional tuner required): SXV300V1 SiriusXM Tuner
• Kenwood camera links: CMOS-240U, CMOS-230LP

Audio & System Control

• EQ: 13-band graphic equalizer
• Time alignment: Digital Time Alignment
• Preamp outputs: 2 preouts (3.7V) plus subwoofer out
• Preout level: 3.7V / 10 kΩ
• Preout impedance: 1.4 kΩ
• Internal amplifier: Full Bandwidth Power 22W x 4 (at less than 1% THD)

Installation & Fitment Notes

• Mounting type: In-dash receiver with short chassis design
• Parking brake connection may be required to access certain settings and video functions (install dependent)
• Factory integration: iDatalink Maestro Ready (RR/RR2 module and vehicle-specific harness required; vehicle dependent)
• Dash kits, wiring interfaces, antenna adapters, and vehicle-specific integration parts are required and sold separately

Technical Specifications

• Screen size: 6.8" (diagonal)
• Screen resolution: 1024 x 600 (WSVGA)
• Smartphone integration: Wired Apple CarPlay (USB); wired Android Auto (USB)
• USB: USB 2.0 High Speed; max DC 5V / 2.1A
• Bluetooth: Version 5.0; SBC/AAC audio codec support
• Camera input: Rear-view camera input with parking guidelines
• EQ / Time Alignment: 13-band EQ; Digital Time Alignment
• Preouts: 2 preouts (3.7V) plus subwoofer out
• Short chassis: Yes

Identifiers & Packaging

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): DMX40S
• UPC: 019048239556
• Sold As: Each
• Included Components: DMX40S main unit (as packaged by Kenwood)

Why Buy From MCOR Automotive

• Kenwood Preferred Retailer (online and in-store)
• Specialists in vehicle-specific integration (dash kits, interfaces, and factory-feature retention)
• Support for selecting compatible parts and configuring a clean, reliable install