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OEM Automotive and Marine-Grade Head Units for Select Vehicle Makes and Models

OEM Automotive and Marine-Grade Head Units for Select Vehicle Makes and Models

Also known as a receiver, or most often referred to as the stereo, the Head Unit in any vehicle is the source of all media to be played over the speaker or video system of your car stereo. Todays head units can play a multitude of media from many different sources while offering you hands free connectivity to your wireless devices for making calls and connecting with your apps so you can keep your hands on the wheel, your eyes on the road and both off of your phone.

Todays receivers can play audio and video from sources like a USB thumb drive, a CD, an 1/8″ auxiliary input and even connecting wirelessly over Bluetooth or (BT) from your phone. Select head units can display GPS through built in navigation or through the Google Maps app from your smart phone through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connectivity. Backup cameras, sideview cameras, and even frontal cameras can now be added to vehicles and viewed on select car stereo units. Options like HD radio, Sirius/XM, and DVD playback integration are available in todays head units along with capabilities like displaying crucial vehicle information such as low tire pressures and other vehicle warning messages when vehicles are equipped to communicate with iDatalink Maestro devices. Some car stereos are even able to connect a CB style mic for communication between the driver and the passengers of larger size vehicles like busses.

DIN or DDIN?

DIN and DDIN refer to the spacing of a head unit. A DIN size receiver is half of the height of a DDIN. A DDIN size unit would be just about any touch screen size head unit on the market today. A DIN unit is typically just a radio and typically does not have a touch screen. A DIN head unit may still play a DVD and if available may provide a storage pocket built into the dash kit under your new stereo unit after replacement. 

Todays vehicles are moving away from the typical standard DIN and DDIN size openings. New vehicles today have just an infotainment screen or their head units are  designed to integrate into the dash sometimes with the vents and the HVAC controls all integrated as one unit.

Replacing your Head Unit?

Did your head unit finally bite the dust? Do you want to level up on your car stereo game? Do you just require an upgraded unit for added functionality? Whatever your reason may be Jackson Tint and Sound can help you pick out the right head unit with your desired accessories and provide you with simply the best professional installation within your budget.

Dash Kits: Most vehicles will need a dash kit that will allow your head unit to adapt to the footprint in the dash that your factory stereo currently fills. Some dash kits will provide the addition of a storage pocket to fill the space leaving a nice clean look.

Wiring Harness: As todays vehicles continue to progress in the advancement of their car stereo designs it is necessary to use a wiring harness to safely connect to the pigtail harness of your new car stereo. These wiring harnesses are typically colored to match the wiring of your new receiver. Some vehicles require the head unit to communicate with the factory amplifier and a special wiring harness is necessary for this communication. Some vehicles have no accessory power and instead send a digital accessory signal to tell the factory radio to turn on. Some cars will even require an antenna adapter to convert the factory antenna connection to a standard Motorola style FM Connector. We stock many common wiring harnesses, dash kit adapters and antenna adapters for car stereo replacements.

Steering Wheel Controls: If you have radio controls on your steering wheel and you would like to retain these controls for operation of your head unit than a steering wheel control interface module will have to be added to the car when replacing the stereo. Even if you don’t use these controls much you can still benefit from the resale value of your vehicles car stereo being in 100% working condition. These control modules must be connected and pre-programmed before completing the head unit installation. The receiver will also require an input for the steering wheel control module.

Sirius X/M: If your vehicle is currently equipped with Sirius X/M, or if you’ve had it added on before to your existing stereo, or if you would like to add Sirius X/M service to your new or existing head unit, you may require a Sirius X/M tuner added on.

In some cases we can add an extension from the factory Sirius X/M system in your vehicle but most times we cannot. Some head units will retain the factory Sirius X/M function through connectivity with iDatalink Maestro modules but you might not find the service available under the source media page of the stereo. Instead you might have to navigate to a satellite menu page within the unit to get to your Sirius X/M service which our President has found to be a nuisance of extra steps when driving while regularly changing media sources. If you purchase a Sirius X/M Ready stereo and would like to add the Sirius X/M service, then adding a Sirius X/M tuner to your head unit would be necessary. We have in-dash tuner and dash mountable tuners that can be moved between vehicles and your home with the addition of other Sirius X/M docking stations.

So Many Choices, Where Do I Begin?

Spacing: Can you fit a DDIN or do you need to find a DIN size head unit? Do you need a custom fit stereo from the Restyle line at Alpine? Is there enough depth behind the factory stereo to accommodate a larger DDIN size head unit? Is there enough space to accommodate the connections of all the accessory wiring? Jackson Tint and Sound can help you narrow down what automotive receivers are your best options and what obstacles might be found. We have decades of A/V installation and car stereo experience to help you select the right unit.

Accessory Functions and Capabilities: Why are you replacing your head unit and what kind of functionality do want to integrate into it? Most customers will find that it is time to replace their car stereo because their current make and model has ran it’s life span. Others are looking for BT hands free calling and connectivity with their phone to stream music media directly from their phone storage or through apps like Pandora and Spotify. Perhaps you would like a backup camera image to show up on a larger screen from a DDIN head unit. Perhaps you would like to watch a DVD while camping. All this is possible and the right receiver depends on your specific needs and budget.

Most head units will work with Apple CarPlay and AndroidAuto offering you the ability for easy streaming of music and in some cases certain apps like Maps, Spotify, and Pandora. Most head units that work in this way require your phone to be connected directly to the stereo with a wire. However every phone can play music media from any app over BT audio when connected to the unit with a wireless BT connection. Some stereos are even offering WiFi connectivity now for faster transfer times of information.

Will your head unit be exposed to water, dust, salt? Marine Grade head units for these applications one might find in a boat, convertible or an ATV are specially designed to be water resistant and host corrosive resistant components and added protection from salt water, dust and debris.

Your car and truck AV receiver is the brain of your car stereo. It can simply tune your favorite radio station and get you down the road or your it can be a full infotainment system with HDMI inputs for the addition of external video inputs like DVD players and video game consoles. Some receivers come with full tuning capabilities like time correction and 9 band parametric equalizers and can distribute multiple video outputs to other TV’s!

The head unit is the first and only device in your car stereo that reproduces your media. Essentially, no matter what speakers, amplifiers, or subwoofers you have in your car, those devices only sound as good as the signal they get from your stereo receiver. Pairing a full set of JL Audio speakers and subwoofers for instance with a Pioneer head unit is a waste of your JL Audio speaker’s potential. With that said, your head unit will only sound as good as your media type. Compressed audio from an MP3 streaming over BT will never sound as good as a 16bit 48kHz audio file as you would find on a CD or a high resolution 32bit 128kHz streaming audio file from the Tidal app. Now you can put everything onto a USB thumb drive as a media option and just plug it into your car!

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  • Alpine i509-WRA-JL : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless Head Unit, 2018-UP Wrangler-JL Gladiator-JT Alpine i509-WRA-JL : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless Head Unit, with CarPlay screen.

    Alpine i509-WRA-JL : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless WiFi Hi-Res Head Unit, 2018-UP Wrangler-JL Gladiator-JT

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    DDIN-Style Mechless Bluetooth Stereo with a Nine-Inch Touchscreen for Select 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler-JL and Gladiator-JT Vehicles The display is housed in a Jeep-specific trim bezel that emulates the look and feel of the Jeep dash. A Jeep-specific harness is included with the receiver to take out the guesswork during installation and make it a true plug-and-play solution. The weather-resistant display features a Jeep-specific opening screen and LED color scheme for a consistent design with factory Jeep settings. Experience incredible music detail with Hi-Res Audio Playback. High-precision music reproduction brings out the full potential of every song and makes every drive feel like an intimate recording studio session with your favorite artist. Access your favorite songs on popular Hi-Res streaming services like Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music HD, and more. The i509-WRA-JL plays Hi-Res music at it's intended spec of 96kHz/24Bit via a wired USB connection to a smartphone or wirelessly through Bluetooth® connection. You can also purchase and download Hi-Res music files onto a USB drive from platforms like HDtracks and plug directly into the receiver for Hi-Res playback. The i509-WRA-JL Works with Apple CarPlay wirelessly and lets iPhone users make and receive calls, access text messages, play music, and get directions in a way that allows them to stay focused on the road. Apple CarPlay is accessed through the capacitive touchscreen or the mic button to activate Siri voice control and is compatible with iPhone 5 and later. The i509-WRA-JL includes Android Auto wirelessly and works with the Google Assistant (requires both a USB cable and Bluetooth connection; requires an Android phone running 5.0 [Lollipop] or higher and the Android Auto app). To access the Google Assistant on Android Auto, say “OK Google” or select the mic button. Google Assistant in Android Auto allows users to play their favorite music, get driving directions to their destination, interact with smart home devices, and reply to text messages – hands-free. Enhance your Jeep driving experience with the high-resolution i509-WRA-JL. Features Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in bluetooth hands-free which allow access to music, messages, phone calls, and maps on a smartphone via either a wired USB connection or wirelessly. Get even more entertainment options with built-in HD Radio, Pandora Internet Radio (via iPhone or Android connection), and SiriusXM for even more choices in entertainment (tuner and subscription sold separately). The i509-WRA-JL has on-board tuning features including a 13-band parametric EQ per channel, for continuous frequency control. The 6-channel time correction ensures that music is staged properly in the front and center of the vehicle. If more power is needed, additional amplifiers can be added using the three sets of true 4V preamp outputs with front, rear, and subwoofer control. The i509-WRA-JL includes an iDatalink Maestro module to allow select factory features like voice- activated media player, bluetooth technology, and steering wheel controls to be retained and vehicle information displayed on the screen. The iDatalink can also integrate with the Jeep diagnostic port so select vehicle information like tire pressure, battery voltage, door status, engine codes, and user-customizable gauges can be monitored on the display. Whether commuting or off-roading, the i509-WRA-JL includes two camera inputs to add additional front, side, or rearview cameras (sold separately) and make blind spots a distant memory. The factory rearview camera and dynamic guidelines are retained. Take driving safety even further by connecting your i509-WRA-JL with the DVR-C320R Premium 1080P Front and Rear Dash Camera with built-in drive assist (sold separately). View real-time and recorded drives in high definition on your i509-WRA-JL, plus receive drive assist features that help get you to your destination. Features 9-inch HD Anti-Glare Display with Jeep Specific Trim Bezel Weather-Resistant (Rated IP53) Plug-and-Play Installation Jeep® Specific Tuning Hi-Res Audio Playback (96kHz / 24bit) Wireless Hi-Res Audio (requires LDAC compatible device) Hi-Res music streaming with TIDAL (A TIDAL subscription is required and sold separately; Alpine Head Unit must be tethered to a mobile or smartphone hotspot; Data rates may apply) Apple Carplay® (Wired & Wireless) Android Auto™ (Wired & Wireless) The Google Assistant is Available on Android Auto™ Bluetooth® Hands-Free SiriusXM-Ready® (compatible with SXV300 (G2) add-on tuner, sold separately; SiriusXM subscription required)  Built-in HD Radio® Retain Factory Media Controls and Vehicle Info with the included iDatalink Maestro module Retain Factory Amplifier with KCX-F200INT (sold separately) Alpine DVR-C320R Dash Cam Compatible (sold separately) Media Xpander® Specifications Screen Resolution: WXGA 1280 x 720px (720p HD) AUX Input: 1 HDMI Input: 1 HDMI Output: 1 Camera Inputs: 2 Direct (1 Rear input & 1 input that can be set as Front, Side, or Other) Dash Cam Input: 1 (Works best with Alpine DVR-C320R - sold separately) USB Inputs: 2 (1 data & 1 charge only port) 4V Pre-Outs: 3 Built-in Amplifier: 18W RMS x 4 EQ: 13-Band Parametric (per channel) Time Correction: 6-Channel DAC: 24 Bit Crossover: High Pass / Low Pass Audio Playback: AAC, APE, FLAC, MP3, WMA, WAV Video Playback: AVC, FLV, H.263, H.264, MP4, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MKV, MOV Alpine i509-WRA-JL Installation ManualAlpine i509-WRA-JL Tech SheetAlpine i509-WRA-JL Manual Part 1Alpine i509-WRA-JL Manual Part 2

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    $2,399.99

  • Alpine i509-WRA-JK : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless Head Unit, 2011-2018 Wrangler-JK Alpine i509-WRA-JK : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless Head Unit, CarPlay screen.

    Alpine i509-WRA-JK : 9" DDIN Style Bluetooth Mechless WiFi Hi-Res Head Unit, 2011-2018 Wrangler-JK

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    The display is housed in a Jeep-specific trim bezel that emulates the look and feel of the Jeep® dash. A Jeep-specific harness is included with the receiver to take out the guesswork during installation and make it a true plug-and-play solution. The weather-resistant display features a Jeep-specific opening screen and LED color scheme for a consistent design with factory Jeep® settings. Experience incredible music detail with Hi-Res Audio Playback. High-precision music reproduction brings out the full potential of every song and makes every drive feel like an intimate recording studio session with your favorite artist. Access your favorite songs on popular Hi-Res streaming services like Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music HD, and more. The i509-WRA-JK plays Hi-Res music at it's intended spec of 96kHz/24Bit via a wired USB connection to a smartphone or wirelessly through Bluetooth connection. You can also purchase and download Hi-Res music files onto a USB drive from platforms like HDtracks and plug directly into the receiver for Hi-Res playback. The i509-WRA-JK Works with Apple CarPlay wirelessly and lets iPhone users make and receive calls, access text messages, play music, and get directions in a way that allows them to stay focused on the road. Apple CarPlay® is accessed through the capacitive touchscreen or the mic button to activate Siri voice control and is compatible with iPhone 5 and later. The i509-WRA-JK includes Android Auto and works with the Google Assistant (requires both a USB cable and Bluetooth connection; requires an Android phone running 5.0 [Lollipop] or higher and the Android Auto app). To access the Google Assistant on Android Auto, say “OK Google” or select the mic button. Google Assistant in Android Auto allows users to play their favorite music, get driving directions to their destination, interact with smart home devices, and reply to text messages – hands-free. Enhance your Jeep driving experience with the high-resolution i509-WRA-JK. Features Apple CarPlay, Android AutoTM, and built-in bluetooth hands- free which allow access to music, messages, phone calls, and maps on a smartphone via either a wired USB connection or wirelessly. Get even more entertainment options with built-in HD Radio, Pandora Internet Radio (via iPhone or Android connection), and SiriusXM for even more choices in entertainment (tuner and subscription sold separately). The i509-WRA-JK has on-board tuning features including a 13-band parametric EQ per channel, for continuous frequency control. The 6-channel time correction ensures that music is staged properly in the front and center of the vehicle. If more power is needed, additional amplifiers can be added using the three sets of true 4V preamp outputs with front, rear, and subwoofer control. The i509-WRA-JK includes an iDatalink® Maestro module to allow select factory features like voice- activated media player, Bluetooth® technology, and steering wheel controls to be retained and vehicle information displayed on the screen. The iDatalink® can also integrate with the Jeep® diagnostic port so select vehicle information like tire pressure, battery voltage, door status, engine codes, and user-customizable gauges can be monitored on the display. Whether commuting or off-roading, the i509-WRA-JK includes two camera inputs to add a front, side, or rearview camera (sold separately) and make blind spots a distant memory. The rearview camera includes a distance guide display that overlays guidelines onto the screen for ease when moving in reverse. Take driving safety even further by connecting your i509-WRA-JK with the DVR-C320R Premium 1080P Front and Rear Dash Camera with built-in drive assist (sold separately). View real-time and recorded drives in high definition on your i509-WRA-JK, plus receive drive assist features that help get you to your destination. Features 9-inch HD Anti-Glare Display with Jeep Specific Trim Bezel Weather-Resistant (Rated IP53) Plug-and-Play Installation Jeep® Specific Tuning Hi-Res Audio Playback (96kHz / 24bit) Wireless Hi-Res Audio (requires LDAC compatible device) Hi-Res music streaming with TIDAL (A TIDAL subscription is required and sold separately; Alpine Head Unit must be tethered to a mobile or smartphone hotspot; Data rates may apply) Apple Carplay® (Wired & Wireless) Android Auto™ (Wired & Wireless) The Google Assistant is Available on Android Auto™ Bluetooth® Hands-Free SiriusXM-Ready® (compatible with SXV300 (G2) add-on tuner, sold separately; SiriusXM subscription required)  Built-in HD Radio® Retain Factory Media Controls and Vehicle Info with the included iDatalink Maestro module Retain Factory Amplifier with KCX-F200INT (sold separately) Alpine DVR-C320R Dash Cam Compatible (sold separately) Media Xpander® Specifications Screen Resolution: WXGA 1280 x 720px (720p HD) AUX Input: 1 HDMI Input: 1 HDMI Output: 1 Camera Inputs: 2 Direct (1 Rear input & 1 input that can be set as Front, Side, or Other) Dash Cam Input: 1 (Works best with Alpine DVR-C320R - sold separately) USB Inputs: 2 (1 data & 1 charge only port) 4V Pre-Outs: 3 Built-in Amplifier: 18W RMS x 4 EQ: 13-Band Parametric (per channel) Time Correction: 6-Channel DAC: 24 Bit Crossover: High Pass / Low Pass Audio Playback: AAC, APE, FLAC, MP3, WMA, WAV Video Playback: AVC, FLV, H.263, H.264, MP4, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MKV, MOV Alpine i509-WRA-JK Installation ManualAlpine i509-WRA-JK Tech SheetAlpine I509-WRA-JK Manual Part 1Alpine i509-WRA-JK Manual Part 2

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    $2,199.99

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