KENWOOD DELIVERS PREMIUM IN-DASH CD RECEIVER WITH INTEGRATED BLUETOOTH® BY PARROT

Long Beach, CA, (May 30, 2008) - Kenwood USA Corporation announced the delivery and immediate availability of the new KDC-BT838U, a premium-level in-dash CD receiver with integrated Bluetooth and enhanced multi-line display capabilities.

“Entry-level integrated Bluetooth solutions have not always met consumer expectations,” said Keith Lehmann, Senior Vice President of Kenwood’s Consumer Electronics Sector. “Consumers demand more from today’s new technologies, and Kenwood’s new KDC-BT838U delivers full Bluetooth functionality, convenience and safety that the higher-end customer requires. By partnering with industry-leader Parrot, Kenwood now delivers the best in Bluetooth as well as the best in audio performance and connectivity.”

The KDC-BT838U is ideal for use with Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones and capable of supporting streaming wireless audio from another Bluetooth device through A2DP compatibility. A highly visible, three-line full-dot display provides the ability to view address book names and call status as well as full telephone numbers. High-speed USB connectivity allows seamless control and integration of iPod, USB mass storage and many other portable media devices.

The KDC-BT838U is Satellite Radio and HD Radio Ready and is available now.