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Dual XDVD8181 DVD receiver | 
 enlarge | Brand: DVD
Category: CE
Buy New: $299.99
New (5) Used (1) from $299.99
Rating:  3 reviews
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.9
Dimensions (in): 17.2 x 10 x 5.2
MPN: XDVD8181
Model: XDVD8181
UPC: 027204101685
EAN: 0027204101685
ASIN: B000IM7G0C
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | in-dash DVD player with built-in amplifier (17 watts RMS CEA-2006/50 peak x 4 channels) | | • | plays DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3s, and WMA on disc | | • | motorized, retractable 7" LCD video monitor with touchscreen controls | | • | secondary display | | • | auxiliary input with iPlug connector |
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Product Description
in-dash DVD player with built-in amplifier (17 watts RMS CEA-2006/50 peak x 4 channels) * plays DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3s, and WMA on disc * motorized, retractable 7" LCD video monitor with touchscreen controls * secondary display * auxiliary input with iPlug connector *
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| Customer Reviews:
 Plays burned DVD's, but lacks a few features December 15, 2006
Chiznarles (Los Angeles, CA USA)
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
I've had an older model Panasonic 7" LCD for some time now and it works great except for the fact that it does not play burned DVD's. However, this one by Dual does! I've burned quite a few DVD's in DVD-R format and the Dual XDVD8181 has taken them all without a fuss.
The CD Player is nice (nothing special) and radio works well. Also the AUX Input for the Ipod interface doesn't allow you to control the Ipod with the Touchscreen. You need to use the Ipod itself to change songs. The "iPlug" connector is simply an RCA audio (Red/White, L/R) to stereo mini-jack (female) input so you can basically connect anything that has a stereo mini jack output to it.
Installation was straight-forward if you're technically inclined. My only gripe is that I was not able to install the unit flush with the dash because of the way the LCD Screen folds up. If you try to make the unit flush, the LCD screen gets caught when it tries to open up. The only way this can be installed is by having the unit stick out of the dash about 1 inch (maybe a little less). This is not a big deal, but for those of you who are picky about asthetics, this might annoy you.
It has an input for a rear view camera if you're in to that. It also has RCA preouts (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer) but the Subwoofer preout is mono. You'll need a Y-cable if you want to split it to simulate stereo for the subwoofer (but who really needs stereo output for the subwoofer?)
One more annoyance is that if you're like me and you want to have a DVD playing while driving (not legal, but whatever), you can't simply ground the wire that's supposed to go to the parking brake. With my old Panasonic I was able to do this to "trick" the DVD player in to thinking I was parked. The way this one works is that you have to enable the parking brake, disable, then re-enable within a few seconds, then after 5 seconds of delay, the picture will show. Basically it needs to go: Ground, off, Ground. I bypassed this security measure by buying a push button switch from Radio Shack and wired the "parking brake" wire from the unit, to the button, then to the ground. So all I need to do is push the button on, push it off, then push it on again to view DVDs while driving.
For the price, this is really a good buy. Lacks add-on navigation option, integrated ipod controls via touchscreen, and flush-mount ability.. so I gave it 4 stars.
Pros:
- Price (Best bang for your buck compared to other brands)
- Plays burned DVDs (DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+/-RW)
- 3 sets of RCA Preouts
- AUX Input
- Touchscreen
- Cool blue illuminated buttons
- Remote control included
- Plays MP3 CDs
Cons:
- No true Ipod control, just AUX input
- Prevents simple hacking for DVD viewing while driving, but you can still bypass (read my hack above)
- No add-on navigation option
- Does not mount flush with dash (due to the way the LCD screen opens)
 Thoroughly impressed December 2, 2006
Jesda Gulati (St Louis)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Installation was a breeze. I was able to bypass the parking brake switch using instructions found on the Internet and a switch from Radio Shack. The picture is brilliant, even on sunny days. Sound quality is acceptable. The Loudness function is a bit overbearing, so I leave it off. Otherwise, sound quality is acceptable.
I like how it gives me the option of the using the knobs and buttons, which are much easier to deal with when the vehicle is in motion. The CD player goes from shuffle mode back to normal playback every time I restart the car -- a minor annoyance. There's a GPS navigation add-on for this but the price is high.
Great DVD Player November 20, 2006
A. Arvig (MN, USA, North America, Planert Earth)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I just bought this DVD player for my corolla, and i have to say, it is a very good player for the price. I did have a little trouble with installing it (as for the deck size not wanting to let my console fit back on) but after some alterations, i got it to fit.
The screen is about as good as it gets for one of these in this price range. Very bright and colorful. The controls take a little getting used to but after a little while of playing with the touch screen, you get it figured out. Plays everything i've put in it yet, some CD's and most MP3 CD's, it will display the track names and what CD you have in. I also like it because it has seperate bass and subwoofer controls for people with subwoofers. I can also use the line-in for my sirius radio instead of dealing with FM transmitting which can be a pain in the... if your driving far or just cant find a clear frequency.
I recommend this to anyone who wants a nice in-dash DVD player.
The only bad thing is you have to have an emergency break on to watch DVD's (there are ways around it, but they aren't legal)
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