Kenwood’s DNX4210DAB Honoured by EISA

EISA are the prestigious pan-European magazine group that covers all sorts of categories of consumer electronics and by ganging together have created a massive gravitas and importance for their awards scheme that is unparalleled in scope versus anything a single publication could ever manage alone. Talk Audio awards flags matter but an EISA matters more! And Kenwood have got one for their DNX4210DAB. A sexy piece of ordnance, it is reviewed here: link It scored a Talk Audio Recommended flag, as well.

Here’s the citation:

Award citation of the EISA Jury:
EUROPEAN IN-CAR HEAD UNIT 2012-2013
Kenwood DNX4210DAB
The Kenwood DNX4210DAB is the first multimedia head unit featuring a built-in DAB+ tuner. This adds a new dimension to mobile radio, making it possible to listen in a new way: you can tune in to your favourite radio station anywhere with crystal-clear sound quality and benefit from a number of additional services broadcast along with the music. In addition, the DNX4210DAB features everything you would expect from a modern head unit, including hands-free operation via Bluetooth, smart iPhone/iPod control and on-board navigation. While playing video and audio, from DVDs to YouTube clips, the DNX4210DAB is always easy to use, thanks to the optional compatibility with existing steering-wheel controls. Its complete functionality and outstanding digital radio capability makes Kenwood’s DNX4210DAB a fantastic head unit.

And here’s Kenwood’s happy press release about winning it:
KENWOOD Corporation announces that one of its products have received the EISA (European Imaging and Sound Association) 2012-2013 Best Product of the Year Award , which is among the most prestigious awards for electronics products in Europe.
Winner of In-car Head Unit Award 2012-2013: KENWOOD DNX4210DAB
The Car Navigation System DNX4210DAB has won the Best In-car Head Unit of the Year Award. This win is the latest in four consecutive years starting in 2009-2010 for KENWOOD in the car electronics category.
DNX4210DAB is equipped with 6.1 inch WVGA touch panel display as well as a navigation engine developed by Garmin Ltd., a leading company in portable navigation systems. In addition to offering playback of CD/DVD discs, hands-free mobile phone operation with Bluetooth® connectivity, as well as music and video playback from iPod/iPhone, this AV navigation unit is also equipped with DAB+ tuner for enjoyment of digital radio broadcasts being implemented throughout Europe.
—Regarding EISA Award
EISA Awards are given to new products that offer a combination of leading-edge technology, valuable features, advanced design, and superior cost-performance. Also known as the European Awards, the fame and authority of these EISA Awards are recognized by consumers and manufacturers alike as proof of excellence.
EISA is an organisation comprised of editors representing renowned European based magazines in the fields of Audio & Home Theatre, In-Car Electronics, Photo, Video, Mobile Devices and Green. It was established in 1982 and currently membership has reached over 50 magazines from 19 European nations. Each year, they select the best products in Audio & Home Theatre, In-Car Electronics, Photo, Video, Mobile Devices and Green, from manufacturers all around the world, and bestow their prestigious award.