8120 vs 7120 what's diff??

Fast Eddie · 05-08-2008, 10:10 AM

Is anyone up on the difference between the Kenwood DNX 8120 (Looks awesome) and the new 7120.

I looked at the Pioneer D3 but this looked way better!?

My local guy has the 7120 in stock for $1300 Canadian but for $100+ more I could get the 8120.

All I really want is the video quality and GPS for now.

Any feedback would be appreciated.

jay7108 · 05-08-2008, 02:09 PM

8120 you can find for $1079 at infinite electronics. I just bought the 8120 and should be installing within the week. Also look at Crutchfield to explore the differences between the two, the 8120 has the bluetooth already built in, has a relay that can control 2 external devices like your garage door opener or turn on/off lights similar to the homelink.

TacoSter · 05-08-2008, 08:57 PM

As mentioned... above, blue tooth and 2 external (home link) buttons
Got mine yesterday.... awesome, the 8120 plays ipod videos where the 7120 you need an older model ipod.
The blue tooth is awesome. BTW the controls same as reviewed with the 7120 suck until you get used to it.... then it's fine...

jay7108 · 05-09-2008, 03:23 AM

Tacoster, I sent you a pm maybe we can hook up I would like to see that install, let me know if this is possible. vbmenu_register("postmenu_90596", true);

Fast Eddie · 05-09-2008, 05:53 AM

I TRIED GOOGLING INFINITE ELECTREONICS BUT GOT NOWHERE.

DO YOU HAVE THE WEBSITE?

jay7108 · 05-09-2008, 04:39 PM

here are a couple of sites. http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sal...lot_id=8641610

http://www.cartronixplus.com/templat...20ALL%20%3E%20

http://www.6ave.com/shop/SearchResults.aspx?kwd=dnx8120

I would buy from 6ave they are an authorized Kenwood dealer so the Kenwood warranty is valid, I bought mine 2 weeks ago for 1198 I just called them and they are going to credit me the difference, hands down great customer service.

voltron75 · 05-09-2008, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jay7108

I would buy from 6ave they are an authorized Kenwood dealer so the Kenwood warranty is valid, I bought mine 2 weeks ago for 1198 I just called them and they are going to credit me the difference, hands down great customer service.

Hey I just checked the 6th ave site and they have the 8120 for only $1088, that seems like a great price.

http://www.6ave.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=KENDNX8120

apexbill · 05-13-2008, 05:19 AM

[quote=voltron75;91103]Hey I just checked the 6th ave site and they have the 8120 for only $1088, that seems like a great price.

I just went to check this out on their web site. It is now $1599.00 with a savings of .99 cents. OUCH

MSRP:

$1,599.99

You Save:

$0.99

You Pay

$1,599.00

voltron75 · 05-13-2008, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apexbill

I just went to check this out on their web site. It is now $1599.00 with a savings of .99 cents. OUCH

MSRP:

$1,599.99

You Save:

$0.99

You Pay

$1,599.00

Youch, 99 cents savings, that's brutal. I'm glad I jumped on it when I did. Just got the shipping notice today, woohoo!

chris4x4 · 05-13-2008, 07:26 PM

Do these units maintain use of the steering wheel controls?

TacoSter · 05-13-2008, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chris4x4

Do these units maintain use of the steering wheel controls?

Steering wheel controls work via infra red... system comes with a remote and pac make a unit to interface them so the controls work

laboy · 05-13-2008, 10:32 PM

Is KENWOOD DNX8120 has option for backup camera?

jay7108 · 05-14-2008, 03:56 AM

Yes you can hook up a back up cam to it, it is a rca style connector.

laboy · 05-14-2008, 10:09 PM

I want to buy BOYO VTL350 LICENSE PLATE CAMERA.
Is this dash unit will start rear camera automatically after you switch to reverse? How is sound quality?
Thanks!

NomolosTRD · 05-19-2008, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TacoSter

As mentioned... above, blue tooth and 2 external (home link) buttons
Got mine yesterday.... awesome, the 8120 plays ipod videos where the 7120 you need an older model ipod.
The blue tooth is awesome. BTW the controls same as reviewed with the 7120 suck until you get used to it.... then it's fine...

the DNX 7100 works with the old and new ipod.

TacoSter · 05-19-2008, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NomolosTRD

the DNX 7100 works with the old and new ipod.

The Ipod works, but not Ipod videos...Not sure about the 7100... the 7120 (a newer model) they tried on the floor model and it does not work with the current "Ipod" "classic" (videos)

05-08-2008, 10:10 AM	#1
Fast Eddie Junior Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5569 Location: Toronto, Ontario. Canada Gender: Male Posts: 24 07 Tacoma 4dr TRD Long Box 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 Litre XDi Cold Air Intake Pioneer F90BT Husky Floor Liner Coverking Seat covers	8120 vs 7120 what's diff?? Is anyone up on the difference between the Kenwood DNX 8120 (Looks awesome) and the new 7120. I looked at the Pioneer D3 but this looked way better!? My local guy has the 7120 in stock for $1300 Canadian but for $100+ more I could get the 8120. All I really want is the video quality and GPS for now. Any feedback would be appreciated.

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jay7108 Junior Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5029 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 28 08 TRD Sport LB 4x4 Debadged 2008 Double Cab Automatic Halogen back up lights,wade oe,avs inchannels,led lights,deezee bed mat, more to come.	Tacoster, I sent you a pm maybe we can hook up I would like to see that install, let me know if this is possible. vbmenu_register("postmenu_90596", true);

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Fast Eddie Junior Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5569 Location: Toronto, Ontario. Canada Gender: Male Posts: 24 07 Tacoma 4dr TRD Long Box 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 Litre XDi Cold Air Intake Pioneer F90BT Husky Floor Liner Coverking Seat covers	I TRIED GOOGLING INFINITE ELECTREONICS BUT GOT NOWHERE. DO YOU HAVE THE WEBSITE?

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jay7108 Junior Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5029 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 28 08 TRD Sport LB 4x4 Debadged 2008 Double Cab Automatic Halogen back up lights,wade oe,avs inchannels,led lights,deezee bed mat, more to come.	here are a couple of sites. http://www.pricegrabber.com/user_sal...lot_id=8641610 http://www.cartronixplus.com/templat...20ALL%20%3E%20 http://www.6ave.com/shop/SearchResults.aspx?kwd=dnx8120 I would buy from 6ave they are an authorized Kenwood dealer so the Kenwood warranty is valid, I bought mine 2 weeks ago for 1198 I just called them and they are going to credit me the difference, hands down great customer service.

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laboy Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6430 Posts: 18	I want to buy BOYO VTL350 LICENSE PLATE CAMERA. Is this dash unit will start rear camera automatically after you switch to reverse? How is sound quality? Thanks!