Sony intros new head units

Sony on Tuesday announced the upcoming release of four new Xplod in-dash CD Receivers. All four new head units are compatible with the Radio Data System (RDS) technology, allowing compatible FM radio stations to send artist and song information, which is then displayed on the head unit's display. The two higher-end models are the CDX-GT640UI and the CDX-GT540UI receivers, both of which have a USB input and auxiliary input on their front face which allows users to fully integrate and charge connected compatible iPods and iPhones as well as portable audio players.

The two also have the same compressed sound quality improvement technology built-in, as well as MP3 and WMA file support, with navigation options that make large libraries easy to navigate. Satellite and HD radio modules can also be easily integrated into either head unit. The main difference between the two is the CDX-GT640UI's option of both green and blue key illumination as well as three preamp subwoofer outputs, while the CDX-GT540UI only has blue LEDs and two preamp outputs. The USB connection can be used to charge compatible iPods and iPhones.

The CDX-GT340 and GT240 have a front auxiliary input and ship with a remote control. With accessories, the CDX-GT340 can hook up to satellite and HD Radio receivers, or connect to iPods. The GT340 has blue key illumination and sports two preamp subwoofer outputs, while the GT240 lights up in red and has one preamp output.

All will be available online shortly before shipping to stores in September, with the CDX-GT640UI and CDX-GT540UI priced at $160 and $140, respectively, while the CDX-GT340 and CDX-GT240 will cost $100 and $80 each.

Sony CDX-GT640UI

Sony CDX-GT540UI

Sony CDX-GT340

Sony CDX-GT240

by MacNN Staff