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Features

Overview: The Audiovox XMDirect2 Kenwood Connection Cable (CNPKEN1) allows you to connect the Audiovox XMDirect2 Universal XM Satellite Radio tuner (220CNP2UCA, sold separately) to select, compatible, satellite-ready Kenwood car stereo receivers.

Compatibility: As the firmware is released to complete the compatibility between the XMDirect2 tuner and a specific head unit, this adapter and the tuner are added to the accessory list for the head unit; please check there to confirm compatibility.

Connection/Wiring Overview: The CNPKEN1 XMDirect2 Kenwood Connection Cable features the following connections.

• 34-Pin Connector: The 34-pin connector plugs into the CNP2000UC XMDirect2 XM Satellite Radio Universal Tuner (sold separately).
• Male 13-Pin Connector: The Kenwood male 13-pin connector provides a connection between your compatible Kenwood head unit and the CNP2000UC XMDirect² XM Satellite Radio Universal Tuner (sold separately).
• Yellow Wire: The 6' yellow wire of the CNPKEN1 cable will need to be hardwired to your Kenwood head unit's yellow wire using the supplied in-line 1-Amp fuse wire extension.
• Black Wire: The 6' black wire of the CNPKEN1 cable needs to be grounded to your vehicle's chassis.