Upgrade Kenwood DNX521DAB

[JOHNB61]

Hi - couple of questions:

First question:
I'm looking to replace the DNX521DAB in my 2014 Cali.
Kenwood DMX-5020DABS seems to be available - is it straight forward to swap them over?
I've read the download on removing the old unit, but will the cabling and plugs be the same?

Second question
I still like listening to CDs - is there a solution that is reliable that allows me to play CDs through the newer head-units that don't have CD players?

Many thanks

John

 

[Absolut5 Audio ltd]

Hi John

does the vehicle have factory parking sensors ?

 

[JOHNB61]

Hi John

does the vehicle have factory parking sensors ?

 

[JOHNB61]

Hi - yes the Cali has parking sensors that work via the Kenwood (no cameras or anything though). Can also control the volume from the steering wheel.
Thanks
John

 

[Absolut5 Audio ltd]

Hi John

the 5020 does not have a I/f port unlike a model like the Kenwood dmx8o21dabs

to display the parkings sensors on the 5020 you need a expensive third party interface that is graphically poor and horrible to install

 

[Absolut5 Audio ltd]

The 5020 does not have the input for parking sensor display , if you look on the back of the 521 you see a black right angle plug/socket. Ideally you need a new unit with this type of input . The dmx8o21dabs has parking sensor input

the only way you can get the 5020 to display them is by using a more expensive third party interface that is graphically poor. Horrible to install , so you save money on a cheaper headunit but costs more for parts, and end up with a poorer setup

 

[JOHNB61]

The 5020 does not have the input for parking sensor display , if you look on the back of the 521 you see a black right angle plug/socket. Ideally you need a new unit with this type of input . The dmx8o21dabs has parking sensor input

the only way you can get the 5020 to display them is by using a more expensive third party interface that is graphically poor. Horrible to install , so you save money on a cheaper headunit but costs more for parts, and end up with a poorer setup

Hi @Absolut5 Audio ltd
thanks for coming back - I’ve been out of the country for the last 6 weeks, so only just back to try to sort this head unit.
I’ve decided on the Kenwood 8021 given your advice, thanks.
What additional items will I need to install the unit in order to maintain steering wheel capability on volume and parking assist? (I don’t have cameras).
Many thanks
John

 

[Absolut5 Audio ltd]

Hi @Absolut5 Audio ltd
thanks for coming back - I’ve been out of the country for the last 6 weeks, so only just back to try to sort this head unit.
I’ve decided on the Kenwood 8021 given your advice, thanks.
What additional items will I need to install the unit in order to maintain steering wheel capability on volume and parking assist? (I don’t have cameras).
Many thanks
John

Hi John

you require the following-
facia kit
Genuine Kenwood -T6 interface for park pilot
fm adapter
dab adapter

all stock items