Why carry around three or four devices in your car when you only need one? These two multimedia receivers from Jensen will help you navigate your travels with GPS while you listen to music from your phone, Pandora, or a CD. If you get stuck in traffic, the kids can watch a DVD or you can make a hands-free call. Let’s look at both models and see which one is the best for you.
Jensen VX7020 2 DIN Multimedia Receiver, 6.2″ Touch Screen with Bluetooth & Built-in USB Port (Black/Black)
You’ll never run out of music or have to repeat the same playlist ever again!The VX7020 allows you to connect your smartphone, mp3 player, and more devices by way of the USB port, the 3.5mm audio jack, or Bluetooth. Users can recharge their devices with up to 1Amp of current when connecting through the USB port. A Bluetooth connection allows users to control Pandora, iHeartRadio, Spotify, and other apps to broadcast music, audiobooks, and podcasts. The VX7020 works with Blackberry, Android, and iPhone, and offers hands-free calling. The receiver also picks up FM, AM, and SXM satellite radio channels.
The slot CD/DVD player mounted above the screen is compatible with DVD + R / RW (Single and Dual Layer) and CD-R /RW Compatible Media Formats like mp3, wma, VCD, SVCD, Xvid, AVI, MPEG 1 and 2. Be aware that it comes with a preset region so DVDs from other areas of the world may not play.(Depending on the software version, it may be possible to override this and other Macrovision protection inside a hidden menu.) Normally the DVD player will not show a movie unless the parking brake is set, but there is a way to wire it to work around this limitation, too.
The touchscreen measures 6.2 inches high, so the receiver itself falls into the double-DIN size category. It displays movies in 16:9 format with WVGA resolution. It also shows turn-by-turn navigation using iGo’s GPS service. It comes with USA maps only, but more countries, spoken voice directions, and other updates are available online through the Naviextras website. Download to micro SD card and run the update as soon as possible after installing the system to avoid the “fatal error” problem some users have experienced.
If you happen to want the ability to mirror another screen onto your receiver, see the description of the VX7022 below.
More features of the Jensen VX7020 Receiver
- 12-month limited warranty
- Comes with remote control
- Power Output is 13 Watts RMS x 4 channels into 4-Ohms @ < 1% THD+N, 160 Watts peak power
- Frequency Response is 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -3dB
- Also compatible with rear camera, sold separately
Jensen VX7022 2 DIN Multimedia Receiver, 6.2″ Touch Screen with Bluetooth, SiriusXM (Black)
The main difference between the VX7020 above and the VX7022 described here is the ability of the VX7022 to show video from another source, like a smartphone, with a HDMI/MHL connector. Imagine the possibilities of viewing other navigation options, Youtube videos, and so much more.
Jensen describes the VX7022 as their “flagship receiver.” Like the VX7020 above, this one also brings in-car entertainment and navigation to a new level of awesome. Connect your Android, Blackberry, or iPhone with Bluetooth to control a large range of apps and make hands-free calls. You can listen to music, podcasts, or audiobooks through services like Spotify, Pandora, and more.
Connect through USB and charge your device while you use it in the car. Connect older mp3 players through the 3.5mm audio jack. Play DVDs and CDs. Listen to satellite radio, or local FM and AM stations. If you have PAC or Metra SWC Interface Modules installed, you can use steering wheel-mounted controls with the VX7022.
The navigation system uses iGoPrimo and comes with just USA maps. There are updates for other country maps and voice files for spoken directions available online at Naviextras.For best results, remember to mount the GPS antenna with a clear line of sight to the sky, either on the dashboard or roof of the vehicle.
More features of the Jensen VX7022 Receiver
- One additional difference is that the VX7022 has a 2.1Amp charging capacity for USB devices while the VX7020 has just 1Amp
- 12-month limited warranty
- Comes with remote control
- Power Output is 13 Watts RMS x 4 channels into 4-Ohms @ < 1% THD+N, 160 Watts peak power
- Frequency Response is 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -3dB
- Also compatible with rear camera, sold separately
- Compatible Disc Media: DVD + R /RW (Single and Dual Layer) and CD-R /RW
- Compatible Media Formats: CD-DA, MP3, WMA, VCD, SVCD, Xvid, AVI, MPEG 1 and 2
Recommendation
If you’ve been eager to upgrade your car’s stock radio and combine your GPS, iPod, and DVD player into just one device, these two receivers are made for you.
If you want the ability to mirror another screen on the Jensen receiver, get the VX7022. You’ll also gain the ability to charge devices needing more current, like tablets, and you can use steering wheel controls if you have a compatible setup.
If mirroring a screen isn’t necessary, get the VX7022. It already has hundreds of happy reviews at just one major retailer.
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