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Old Sep 11, 2009 | 05:15 PM
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Whats the best double din headunit with a great EQ and a good tv screen?
Old Sep 11, 2009 | 06:09 PM
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eclipse avn726e



Display
Display Size 7 WQVGA
Touch Panel Control
Dimmer Control
Navigation
Navigation Device Flash memory
Built-in Memory Map Storage 2GB
Coverage Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar
Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherland
Norway, Portugal, SanMarino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, Vatican

Display Languages 14 countries
Voice Instruction Languages 14 countries / 50 different types
Text to Speech 8 countries / 15 different types
POI approx. 1,338,337 points
City Map (3D)
3D Landmark
Multiple Routing
Real-time Traffic Info (RDS-TMC)
Easy Map Update (using a PC) (SD)
Steering Remote-ready
Compatible Media/Format
CD, CD-R/RW
DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW
DVD Picture Format NTSC/PAL
MP3
WMA
DivX
Audio Functions
Output Power MOSFET 50W 4
Preamp output F/R/NF, 5V 6CH
Video Input (Audio/Video)
Source Volume Control
Loudness
Crossover (Low Pass Filter)
EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble)
Balance/Fader control
Non-Fader/Phase level control
External Interface
Bluetooth Unit Built-in (supplied with external mic)
iPod (iPC-709)
iPod Video (iPC-709)
USB (Audio)
Rear View Camera
Rear Monitor (Video OUT)
Other
Illumination Blue/Red
Tilt (6 steps)

GENERAL
Max. Power Output MOSFET 50W 4
Power supply 13.2V DC (11 — 16V)
Dimensions (W H D) 7 4 6-1/2 (180 100 165mm)
Weight 5.5lbs (2.5kg)
Operating temperature range –4°F to 149°F (–20°C — 65°C)
DISPLAY
Display 7.0 WQVGA
Resolution 391,680 dots (480 272 3)
FM TUNER
Frequency range 87.5 — 108.0MHz (50kHz step)
Usable Sensitivity 15dBf
Stereo Separation 40dB (1kHz)
AM TUNER
Frequency range 522 — 1,611 kHz (9kHz step)
Usable Sensitivity 27dB
CD SECTION
Frequency response 20 — 20,000Hz, ±3dB
Wow & Flutter Below measurable limit
S/N Ratio 88dB
Dynamic Range 86dB
DVD SECTION (Audio Part)
Frequency Response 20 — 20,000Hz, ±3dB
Wow & Flutter Below measurable limit
S/N Ratio 90dB
Dynamic Range 87dB
USB MEMORY PLAYER SECTION
USB Interface USB 2.0 Full speed (Max: 12Mbps)
Frequency Response 20 — 20,000Hz, ± 3dB
S/N Ratio 94dB
EQUALIZER SECTION
Loudness +5dB at 100Hz/+4dB at 10kHz
Bass/Mid/Treble Control ±11db at 80Hz/700Hz/10kHz

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Old Sep 11, 2009 | 08:28 PM
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Is Eclipse a good brand though? I see it at Walmart and stuff..
Sorry if I'm ignorant to the different brands, I just wonder, cause others like Sony, Pioneer, Kenwood, etc. are always advertised.
Old Sep 11, 2009 | 09:26 PM
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What the model on that one? I checked it on ebay exactly the way you had it nothing showed up. Thanks for the info on that one. Have you had any experience with it?
Old Sep 11, 2009 | 10:24 PM
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my bad... it's the eclipse avn726e.

eclipse has amazing audio quality. it's made by fujitsu ten which is partially owned by toyota. pioneer emphasizes looks over sound. sony shouldn't make car audio equipment.
Old Sep 11, 2009 | 10:41 PM
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i love my pioneer d3. it's a great radio for the money but i will agree that the sound quality leaves something to be desired. i had to throw on a clarion eq to really make the adjustments i needed. i'd still recommend it highly though.
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Do you know of any other good eclipse dble dins?
Old Sep 12, 2009 | 03:10 AM
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What do you think about alpine as far as sound qaulity?
Old Sep 12, 2009 | 04:06 AM
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alpine has amazing sound quality. they make the best head units imo.
Old Sep 12, 2009 | 04:22 AM
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x2 on eclipse or alpine, i prefer alpine on single dins
Old Sep 12, 2009 | 06:03 AM
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i've got to admit that the aesthetics of pioneer and alpine are far better than eclipse. but when it comes to sound quality eclipse has both pioneer and alpine beat dollar for dollar hands down.
Old Sep 13, 2009 | 11:55 PM
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what is the best head unit to control an Ipod with?

the stock interface just sucks *****, how am I supposed to hold that button down and perfectly still that long! while driving!

and why does it go back to the begining instead of backing out of whats being played.

like, if I play something in the M's. i want ot exit to the M's. not go all the way back to A!

i have 500 plus artists! i need to look at the road!
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Pioneer's new AVIC-Z110BT is hands down one of the most bad ace head units on the market. Voice activated everything and super fast ipod controll. What more could you ask for. Only thing that sucks is the $1700 price tag
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What do you guys think about this headunit?

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_130AVHP...ures_and_specs

Nice to look at and has a lot of other things I want in my headunit.
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The 3100 is a great radio but for the money you might as well step up to the 4100. I have the 4100 in my car and I LOVE IT!! The output on the pre amps are great and also the Parametric eq is really nice
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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when it comes to iPod control, everyone's going to have their preference. I personally think that Kenwwod has the better iPod control. Eclipse is a very reputable brand. I've owned their decks/amps/speakers. Very good. Your best bet is to go into an audio shop for a demo
Old Sep 14, 2009 | 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bignoog
The 3100 is a great radio but for the money you might as well step up to the 4100. I have the 4100 in my car and I LOVE IT!! The output on the pre amps are great and also the Parametric eq is really nice
What did you pay for yours? I have found a few 3100 for roughly 320ish on ebay.
Old Sep 15, 2009 | 02:18 AM
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I sell car audio so I got mine at cost. Normal going price is in the 450 range for the 4100. Try sonicelectronix.com
Old Sep 15, 2009 | 04:37 AM
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I actually found a good bunch in the 300 range. on ebay
Old Sep 16, 2009 | 02:28 AM
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I found a pioneer avh-4000dvd at best buy for 250. Only thing is it was returned. Is there any rule that if it doesn't work I can return it? Or any warrenty at all on them?



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