Kenwood DNX6160
06-21-2010, 06:40 PM
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Kenwood DNX6160
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I just ordered the kenwood 6160 from ebay. And then ordered the installation kit needed from crutchfield. I will try to post some pics of the install as I am doing it. I will def take some before and after pics. It should arrive this week and hopefully I will be installing it over the weekend.
Does anyone have any pics of this unit installed in a C6, or a similar head unit? I am getting it more for the NAV but the bluetooth and ipod intergration are nice to have also.
I just ordered the kenwood 6160 from ebay. And then ordered the installation kit needed from crutchfield. I will try to post some pics of the install as I am doing it. I will def take some before and after pics. It should arrive this week and hopefully I will be installing it over the weekend.
Does anyone have any pics of this unit installed in a C6, or a similar head unit? I am getting it more for the NAV but the bluetooth and ipod intergration are nice to have also.
06-22-2010, 06:34 PM
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Here is a pic of a DNX5160 unit I had installed several weeks ago. Ignore the facia damage on the right side - this is a ZHZ and it was damaged by the bracket for the Hertz GPS system. It looks much worse on this photo than it really is, in fact I did not notice the damage until I started looking into replacing the original factory stereo head.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
06-22-2010, 07:31 PM
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Here is a pic of a DNX5160 unit I had installed several weeks ago. Ignore the facia damage on the right side - this is a ZHZ and it was damaged by the bracket for the Hertz GPS system. It looks much worse on this photo than it really is, in fact I did not notice the damage until I started looking into replacing the original factory stereo head.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
06-22-2010, 08:46 PM
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Here is a pic of a DNX5160 unit I had installed several weeks ago. Ignore the facia damage on the right side - this is a ZHZ and it was damaged by the bracket for the Hertz GPS system. It looks much worse on this photo than it really is, in fact I did not notice the damage until I started looking into replacing the original factory stereo head.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
I originally had a problem with OnStar not working after the DNX5160 was installed. After some help on this forum it was tracked down to the interface cable, a Metra GMOS01. The GMOS04 cable packaging states that it is for Bose systems and the GMOS01 is for non-Bose systems. In fact the correct cable is GMOS04, even though I do not have a Bose system. After contacting Metra technical help, they stated that the GMOS04 is the correct cable to use as that is designed for systems with amplifiers, and that all C6 Corvettes (at least 2008 on, and probably earlier) have amplifiers. The only issue I have is that when operating the OnStar system the DNX5160 powers down. After ending a OnStar call, the unit powers up reboots and returns to the state it was in before the power down. It would be much better if the DNX5160 would simply be muted during OnStar operation. It may be an interconnect problem, I have not used OnStar enough to worry about it. I would be interested to know what your results are if you have OnStar.
I like the way it looks sitting in the console, and I like the corvette logo on the splash screen.
Thanks for the info and posting the pictures, I am excited about installing my 6160!
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06-23-2010, 12:57 PM
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06-23-2010, 11:31 PM
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The stereo shop that installed mine sold both Metra and Peripheral cables and their comment was that in their experience they have had less problems with the Metra cables, but I have no way to judge one way or the other. They are a fairly well known company in upstate SC, not a mom and pop one store outfit.
Yes the GMOS04 is the correct Metra cable to use for 2005-2010 Corvettes. Per Pentavolvo the Peripheral cable may be a better choice.
The system I have includes a Sirius radio module, a USB connector and an IPod connector. It also includes, of course, the Nav system and an AM/FM tuner. A blue tooth module is an optional extra that I did not purchase. Everything works on my system with the Metra cable except as mentioned earlier the system shuts down when the OnStar system is operated. Keep us informed on how you make out with the Metra cable.
Yes the GMOS04 is the correct Metra cable to use for 2005-2010 Corvettes. Per Pentavolvo the Peripheral cable may be a better choice.
The system I have includes a Sirius radio module, a USB connector and an IPod connector. It also includes, of course, the Nav system and an AM/FM tuner. A blue tooth module is an optional extra that I did not purchase. Everything works on my system with the Metra cable except as mentioned earlier the system shuts down when the OnStar system is operated. Keep us informed on how you make out with the Metra cable.
06-25-2010, 12:38 AM
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Ok granted some may not like the Metra but its too late now... I already installed it and only took me less than 3 hours (I took my time). The wire connecting was pretty straightfoward and the instructions were fairly easy to read/understand. all the chimes work except for the beep when you press the doorlock button, and the traction control (I will call metra about that ASAP). Other than that all else is fine. The radio sounds just as crisp as the factory. I have to open the console up again and make a few minor adjustments as well as run the USB cable to the cockpit of the car so I can plug my ipod into it. I should have done all that while I had it open but I really wanted to get it in and see what it looks like, besides wont take long to re-open it and make some adjustments, to the unit.
Here is a before and after photo. I am happy with the radio and it looks nice sitting in the opening where the bland OEM unit was.
Here is a before and after photo. I am happy with the radio and it looks nice sitting in the opening where the bland OEM unit was.
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01-05-2011, 07:54 AM
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Identical setup
JUST installed my 6160 in my C6 2 days ago. Love it. I am having trouble getting my EVO to send my phonebook to the unit, but everything else is working. Took me a minute to find on the internet how to change both the splash screen as well as the background, but once I found out how (Which their instruction book does NOT tell you how to do), it literally takes less than a minute to do. I also believe it is the same process on all of the 6000 and 5000 series models. My wife got in the car yesterday and just laughed because I took a picture of myself and my 2 kids looking through a glass window and squished our faces really tight so when she turns on the radio it looks like we are stuck behind the screen. If anyone knows how to send my phonebook to the unit from my droid evo, please let me know. The phone works great and I can dial out and recievee calls, but no phonebook shows up. What SUX is you cant stream via bluetooth from my phone to the radio for Pandora. I have to use the stereo mini cable. If anyone needs help with the backsplash and background changes, I can tell you how to do that as well.
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yes, I would like help also. I have the Kenwood DNX6160 on my 09 1LT and I would like to have that Factory Corvette flag logo when I start the car up. Is this possible? Also, I noticed when I first start the car now there is one loud chime it didn't do this before. If anyone can help me with this that would be great. One more thing. I planning on getting HUD from the GM where house is it going to give any issue's or will it work fine.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
10-19-2014, 03:33 PM
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Lots of pics to choose from HERE
If you need help getting the pic onto your radio, check out KenwoodForums.com
If you need help getting the pic onto your radio, check out KenwoodForums.com
