CLEARWATER, FL (04.01.22) – AAMP Global, leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle solutions, today announced Herb Brown as President of its North America division. Brown has served AAMP Global for 30 years in various capacities including Vice President of Sales and Executive Vice President as his most recent role. In his new position he will oversee the Operations, Sales, Marketing and Product Development functions of the business.
“Herb’s dedication and passion for the business as well as his ability to consistently deliver results have played an integral part in our success at AAMP,” said President and Chief Executive Officer, Scott Forst. “We have high expectations for our 3-year growth strategies, and I have no doubt that Herb will rise to the occasion.”
Herb Brown
In addition, Herb announced Randall Schwartz as Vice President of Sales for the company’s consumer division and Jason Noel as Vice President of Sales for the commercial division. Schwartz joined AAMP in March 2021 as Director of Business Development to lead the company’s mass retail division. Prior to AAMP, Randall served at Best Buy in different roles for over 26 years. Noel has consistently delivered exceptional results over the 24 years he has worked at AAMP Global.
“We have very exciting things coming in 2022 and beyond. I look forward to Randall and Jason leading our best-in-class sales staff,” said Herb Brown, President of North America.
TEMPE, AZ, (04.31.22) It’s what fabrication professionals asked for! Mobile Solutions listened. Announcing a very exclusive, in-person MasterTech training event at the Mobile Solutions headquarters in Tempe, AZ on May 19-22, 2022. The Thursday through Sunday four-day training class is inspired from the MasterTech Expo workshops and is a fabrication-focused, hands-on event called Modern Fab. This in-person, hands-on workshop is led by master interior designers and fabricators Bryan Schmitt, Rommel Medina and Juan Estrada. “We are excited to bring in Rommel and Juan for this very special training session. They were part of the Build Off team that won the People’s Choice Award during MasterTech Expo” commented Schmitt.
Bryan Schmitt is flanked by Rommel Medina (L) and Juan Estrada in this MasterTech Expo image.
Attendees of Modern Fab will work on their own take-home project as part of the hands-on element of this incredible training class. It provides a deep dive on the critical skills to take one’s fabrication talents to the next level. It is a very special opportunity. A continental breakfast and daily lunch is also provided, as one would expect. First class, professional-grade training all the way! Here’s what’s on deck for this amazing Modern Fab workshop:
Modern Fab starts with an all new segment jumping off from the popular Metalcraft meets Plastics Fab workshop featured at MasterTech Expo.
3D router techniques for incredible dimension with extreme efficiency
Accent lighting and layering for maximum visual impact
Secret tricks for unique trim inserts using aluminum and plastic elements
Service-friendly techniques for fabricated panels that have the longevity to stand up over time
Add more creativity with Elevated Finishes and Trims as if the car manufacturer designed it that way.
Using wood-like veneers and other vinyl-wrap-based materials to emulate a design narrative
Secrets of finished back sides on fabricated panels when removed for service
Expand the skills training with hands-on Expert Automotive Upholstery as the final step in the interior design and fabrication process.
Working from an initial design sketch or rendering
Upholstery materials of choice – for hard and soft panel finishes
Patterning and stitching different seams
The use of stitching details to add accents to a build
Attendees will enter into the next level in the Future Fab world by bringing design, software, materials and automation to the party.
Learn the economics for the learning curve for those new to automation.
Cover the terminology of 2D automation in laser and CNC router setups
Choosing CAD/CAM software that does what you need – easily
Tools and methods for dust collection, air extraction, vacuum clamping and more
Laser & CNC router examples, applications and lots of actionable Pro Tips
Modern Fab training takes place May 19-22, 2022 (Thursday-Sunday) from 8:30am-5:30pm each day. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Each attendee will have their own take-home student project that correlates with the skills training. Tuition is $1999.99 USD and seats are very limited. This workshop will sell out. Those who are interested should book immediately at https://www.mobilesolutions-usa.com/modern-fab.
TAMPA, FL (04.01.22) – DOW Technologies has announced the acquisition of Montgomeryville, PA based Tech Source Distributors. DOW has acquired certain assets and will continue to operate out of the current Tech Source location.
The parties will complete the acquisition at the end of day Thursday, March 31st. DOW will be closed at the Montgomeryville location on Friday, April 1st to complete acquisition activities, and will reopen for business Monday, April 4th. This acquisition brings new customers and new vendors to DOW, while strengthening DOW’s position in the Mid-Atlantic territory.
“We are excited to welcome the Tech Source customers. We believe that our service, support, and dealer programs make it easier for integrators to do business, and our team is ready to show our new customers the DOW difference. We have a great growth opportunity in front of us and want to thank our key vendor partners for their support, as well as the whole Tech Source team for their dedication to the Mid-Atlantic market.”
-John Yodzis, President & CEO
“We appreciate DOW’s commitment to the custom integration channel and believe our customers are in good hands going forward,” stated Tech Source president & ceo Brett Neiderman.
“This acquisition, and the recognition from the recently announced CE Pro awards, demonstrates our team’s continued growth in, and commitment to, the industry,” added executive chairman Chip Yodzis. “We pride ourselves on 60 plus years of dedication to our customers, which will continue with our Tech Source customers. Welcome to the DOW Technologies family.”
CHARLEROI, PA (03.31.22) – Many people know the SEMA acronym for the amazing automotive aftermarket trade show that occurs every November in Las Vegas – The SEMA Show. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is much more than a show; the organization is a far-reaching trade association that has many other facets benefiting the overall automotive aftermarket industry.
The Mon Valley CTC SEMA High School Build has been featured in the entry lobby at school function.
One such endeavor is a SEMA Education initiative called the High School Vehicle Build (HSVB) program. High school automotive programs across the US are able to apply for consideration and, if accepted, SEMA furnishes them a vehicle to build along with connecting them to member companies for sponsorship and local retailers plus mentor resources to further the automotive aftermarket immersion as a career path.
The HSVB program is currently in its third season and has ten vehicle builds at high schools across the US in progress; 5 Jeep Wrangler TJs and 5 3rd-gen Toyota 4Runners.
Veteran automotive consultant Todd Ramsey of Ramsey Consulting Group. Inc. is currently contracted by SEMA to manage the program. “It’s truly an honor to be entrusted with the program’s day-to-day process” commented Ramsey, who recently traveled to one of the schools for an in-person visit and tour.
Ramsey’s Thursday March 24th visit to Mon Valley Career and Technical Center (CTC) in Charleroi PA was part of the engagement in linking the industry to local resources. He along with Pittsburgh area retailer Ed Nuttall, from Team Nutz Technology, visited the school to talk about long-term career opportunities in the industry, as well as checking out what Mon Valley’s Automotive Instructor Chris Mance has going on with the students, the program and their 2002 Jeep Wrangler build process.
Chris Mance is pictured top right on the Jeep Build. Todd Ramsey is in the khaki shirt and Nuttall in the blue shirt with students in the shop area.
Beginning the day Ramsey and Nuttall had an orientation meeting with Automotive Instructor Mance before touring the facility and shop area. Next, was time spent with the students. The work on the Jeep build was very impressive as they saw first hand the level of detail the students achieved. Then Ramsey and Nuttall spoke to the students about career paths in the automotive aftermarket industry and answered questions from the students that were very engaged during the meeting. Following the meeting students enjoyed a delicious BBQ lunch that Ramsey arranged.
The SEMA Build in progress will light the nite with the light bar.
Team Nutz Technology is a very proactive 12volt retailer in the Pittsburg area that is also involved in other aftermarket aspects including vinyl wraps, automotive clearing supplies and marine audio. Team Nutz occupies 2 additional shops to complete installation and custom work. The company is also a large exhibitor at major consumer events at major downtown venues. The recent Pittsburg AutoRama is just one example. At that event several Mon Valley CTC students visited the Team Nutz 7000 square foot booth filled with displays and demo vehicles.
The students assembled as Ramsey and Nuttall engaged with discussions about automotive aftermarket career possibilities.
“Like so many companies across the 12volt industry we are looking for qualified employees and those with technical skills. Meeting with the students at Mon Valley CTC may lead to some future employees with our company. It was tremendous to meet with Chris Nance and the students. The SEMA High School Build initiative will contribute to the future of growth in the aftermarket automotive industry in many ways” Nuttall related.
Todd Ramsey gives the Mon Valley CTC SEMA High School Build a well deserved thumbs up.
Mance stated “To have Todd Ramsey travel to our school to witness the SEMA High School Build in action was truly an honor. To have a key area 12volt retailer along really added a lot to seeing the entire concept becoming a reality. We will work diligently in future years to prepare Mon Valley CTC students for career futures in the automotive aftermarket industry.”
“Overall we were so pleased to see the level of engagement Chris has with his students and that each of them are exposed to so many facets of the automotive career path over their three-year vocational training” said Ramsey of the Mon Valley CTC program.
The Mon Valley CTC thanks the SEMA High School Vehicle Build Program.
As part of the final step in each season, the vehicles sell on an online auction site called Bring A Trailer where the proceeds go back into the program to fund the next season’s builds. To date, nearly $250,000 has been self-funded to fuel this program and it’s just in its infancy. SEMA is passionate about reaching potential career-minded folks at the high school level with this program and is actively seeking interested companies, both at the manufacturer level and local level retailers/employers/mentors to engage with the high school automotive programs participating in the HSVB program. There is a whole new generation of automotive enthusiasts out there that crave the exposure and engagement of the automotive aftermarket this HSVB program brings.
There is a SEMA High School Build application process each year and the 2023 school year has not been announced.
HOLLY HILL, FL (03.31.22) – Heise LED Lighting Systems by Metra Electronics has added to their RGB Chasing LED product lineup. Now shipping is an RGB Chasing LED Underglow Lighting Kit with Pro Controller, 4 RGB Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (12W), 8 RGB Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (24W), and a Pro Controller that can now be purchased separately. These products are designed to provide dramatic, colorful lighting with minimal installation time.
Chasing LED Underglow Lighting Kit with Pro Controller
The HE-CHASE-UNDGKT is a new vehicle lighting package that includes everything an installer needs to add brilliant underglow lighting to a vehicle. The kit includes six sealed LED tubes, mounting hardware, and Pro Controller. The RGB Chasing tube layout was designed to separate the left and right sides of a vehicle. When a lighting pattern is selected within the app, that pattern will be displayed on either side of the vehicle with the same timing. Works with the free PRO RGB App for Android™ or iOS. The included Pro Controller provides 12volt triggers for the option to turn lights red when vehicle is braking and amber for turn signal indication.
HE-CHASE-UNDGKT Product Specifications:
6 sealed LED tubes: (4) 18″ & (2) 48″
Chasing RGB color LEDs with 170+ moving patterns
Dedicated brake trigger wire built into the controller
Two independent zones for left and right turn signal functions
Includes remote control, mounting hardware, & extension cables
Chasing RGB products are not compatible with other RGB or RGBW products
Chasing LED Rock Light Kits with Pro Controllers
For drivers who want to show multiple colors at the same time, Heise’s new LED Rock Light Kits offer more than 170 pre-programmed modes for patterns with 16 million different colors. 12volt triggers are available for the turn signal and brake. Each kit includes the Pro Controller featured below with two wireless control options; an included remote control or using the free PRO RGB app for a smartphone or tablet. These controllers are not compatible with other Heise RGB lights.
HE-CHASE-4KT: 4 Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (12W)
HE-CHASE-8KT: 8 Chasing LED Rock Light Kit with Pro Controller (24W)
Rock Light Product Specifications:
(6) 0.5-watt SMD chasing LEDs per rock light
LED output angle: 150°
Lens: Polycarbonate
IP rating: IP67
Material: Die-cast aluminum alloy housing
Color: Black
Cable length 9.8ft (3m)
Chasing RGB products are not compatible with other RGB or RGBW products
Pro Controller
The HE-CHASE-CB Pro Controller is specifically designed for use with Heise Chasing RGB products, and is now available to purchase separately as a standalone item. It has two wireless control options; an included remote control or using a free PRO RGB downloadable app for a smartphone or tablet. A customer can easily group multiple controllers together through the app, and every controller has left and right zones for independent turn signal control wires and a dedicated brake light trigger wire.
HE-CHASE-CB Product Specifications:
Addressable LED controller
170+ color changing patterns
Dedicated brake trigger wire built into the controller
Two independent zones for left and right turn signal functions
DIY pattern function
Music sync function
App controlled (Pro RGB app)
RF card remote included
Chasing RGB products are not compatible with other RGB or RGBW products
COLUMBUS OH (03.31.22) – Consumer Electronics rep firm End Result presented its popular consumer electronics dealer and manufacturer showcase. Marking its 18th event, The End Result Show took place on Friday, March 18 at the Bridgewater Conference Center in Powell, OH—a location that was easily accessible for dealers located in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
The one-day event, designed to motivate and educate retail sales teams, was entitled A Time for Transformation to Revive, Survive, and Thrive. “Delivering that theme was absolutely what we delivered at The End Result Show as we move forward in 2022. With Rusty North on the road and Nicole in the office we had such a strong team to coordinate the event. My wife Lori in the home office too,” stated Ed Dalesandro, Principal of End Result and organizer of the show.
The End Result Show was a full day from the opening bell until the curtain dropped.
Continuing, Dalesandro stated, “We had a total of nearly 200 industry members on site. Our vendor partners really stepped up with support including key brand staff members, displays, spot on training sessions and engaging presentations on the event floor. Turnout from 12volt and Home AV dealers in the territory was strong and many commented on their positive take aways from the show. Keynote speakers Allison Lopez-CEO and Co-Founder, along with Dr Frank Viggiano, made much needed and well received presentations to help dealers position their companies in their respective markets. Dr Viggoano is a Professor Emeritus, CES Innovations Judge plus radio and TV reporter in Pittsburgh. On the 12volt side Jeff Peters and Ken Ward-Hertz Audison, Nick LoManoco-Memphis Audio, Ignacio Ayala-Race Sport Lighting and Jason Proios-Nakamichi Car Audio were in the house and worked with dealers.”
Ed Dalesandro Result End Principal
Jeff Peters commented, “Spending quality face-to-face time with 12volt retailers was so valuable. They had a chance to have live demos on Hertz and Audison displays. The new Hertz marine display, featuring LED lighting, really grabbed eyeballs on the show floor. The dealers at the End Result Show came with the purpose of learning and growing their business. That is so important in the brick and mortar retail world today.” Peters made these comments to 12volt Central Studios staff.
Ken Ward conducted live acoustic tuning demos outside on Friday. Saturday morning he conducted a session that took a ‘deep dive’ into OEM integration and tuning acoustics session that lasted 4 hours. Saturday rain and cold limited everything to the indoor classroom.
Nick LoManoco from Memphis Audio offered, “The End Result show was terrific. Dealers came looking for information and we delivered. We answered questions about our new DSP unit and provided demos. The Powersports category is so strong and we had our side by side on site for demos. There were about 30 in the Memphis Audio training session and all were very engaged.”
Jason Proios was in the house with Nakamichi Car Audio and met with dealers about existing products and showed prototypes on the way. In addition he reworked an in-store display for End Result to place in the territory with a Nakamichi dealer.
Ed Nuttall, Team Nutz in Pittsburg, took a crew plus 2 demo vehicles that took part in the Ken Ward tuning sessions. “The End Result Show really delivered again across the board. Mike Gosnik’s Focus and Tom May’s Mustang on display showed all at the event top line system installations and sound performance. Staff Ryan Davis, Vanessa Pielin, my wife Nina and I made the 185 mile trip from Pittsburgh and took so much learned back to the store.”
Adam McDermit and A. J. Wiesen, with Custom Audio in Erie PA, made the trip to The End Result Show. McDermit related, “Shows like the End Result Show are meant to inspire and motivate. Whether on not you learn something or not it gets you excited for our industry and relights that spark. It gives us ideas on how to sell and utilize upcoming products in our business.”
Wiesen offered, “I have to be honest, I was star struck meeting Ken Ward! The live tuning gave me insight as to how Ken’s processes work. Now I can take those processes back to our business. I was also happy to see others who do what I do and have that enthusiasm that I have.”
Ignacio Ayala is flanked by Rusty North (L) and Ed Dalesandro as he presented the Race Sport Lighting Rep of the Year 2021 Plaque to End Result on the show floor.
After a full day of activities on the show floor and training sessions concluded all were invited to a special networking social event that included dinner, abundant refreshments, casino night and more that a few toasts to Ed Dalesandro, vendors and all who worked so hard to made the event a tremendous success. Ed’s wife Lori, with her daughter beside, worked virtually non-stop for weeks to help Ed, Rusty and Nicole pull everything together.
After the jam-packed show day everything had to be cleared from the area. Many dealers lent their support to pack and haul boxes and displays out of the Bridgewater Center. Dalesandro thanks all with a special tip of the End Result hat to Marty Mohr of Automania, along with his son Mathew plus Ed Nuttall with his crew from Team Nutz.
Dalesandro concluded, “These are crucial times for brick and mortar independent dealers that are trying to adapt to survive and thrive again. As a rep in the consumer electronics industry, I feel it’s my job to provide dealers with the tools they need to be successful and compete in this moving target of a world. It will take ‘out of the box’ thinking to maintain customer flow and this could be a boom for all of us but it must be carefully orchestrated and well-thought-out.”
Lastly Dalesandro stated, “I feel The End Result Show 2022 delivered. Thank all… especially wife and daughter.”
There was Tom Brady like talk as The End Result 2022 Show wrapped. 2023 will tell.
NOTE: The End Result Show 2022 has received raves from attendees as a very special event. Attendees are already utilizing tools, information and energy they gathered at the March 18th event in Columbus OH back at their stores.
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OXNARD, CA (03.30.22) – BOSS Audio Systems has announced the launch of the new five-speaker, vehicle-specific Polaris RZR audio kit. Now available at an affordable ($1549.99 MSRP), the BPRZR5 has been designed for 2014-2019 Polaris RZR XP 900, 1000, and Turbo 2 or 4-seat models. And, for a limited time, each BPRZR5 purchase will also include two free POLCAM plug-and-play front and rear cameras ($156 value) that work in tandem with the kit’s five-inch touchscreen and easily integrate into factory locations.
“The BPRZR5 is our first UTV-specific audio solution, and what really sets us apart from the competition is all five of the speaker and subwoofer pods are internally powered, meaning an easier plug-and-play install in less time without the need for tuning an amplifier,” explained Greg Orlando, Boss Audio Sales Manager. “All of the speaker pods and the sub enclosure also come pre-loaded. The sub enclosure is ported for louder and clearer audio output, and comes with a port plug to seal the enclosure during extremely muddy and wet conditions.”
The system also features a weatherproof, 5-inch (127 mm) full color touchscreen head unit with built-in amplifier, Bluetooth compatibility, digital media MP3 player, USB Port, AM/FM receiver, and front/rear camera compatibility.
Additional BPRZR5 features and specifications include:
(5) full range Weatherproof / Powersports rated speakers with poly carbon cone and rubber surround
(1) Class D amplified 600 Watt 10-inch (254 mm) subwoofer in ported enclosure with port plug
(2) Class D amplified 100 Watt 6.5-inch (165 mm) kick panel enclosure speakers
(2) Class D amplified 100 Watt 6.5-inch (165 mm) cage pod speakers
Factory fit and finish head unit mounting kit for use in 2 OE dash locations
2019+ RZR & 2014-2018 RZR receiver installation wire kits with true “Plug & Play” components and vehicle direct fit harness
“The BPRZR5 is not only affordable, easy to install and sounds great, it allows you to listen to all your favorite music from your smartphone and MP3 devices,” Orlando concluded. “Bluetooth audio streaming also allows you to play and control music and apps such as Spotify and Pandora wirelessly.”
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (03.30.22) – On April 7th Mark is heading to Záhony, Hungary, to help his friend Slaven and his group take care of refugees. He needs your help to raise additional money to buy supplies here in the USA and in Hungary. If you can find it in your heart to donate to his cause, the Ukrainian cause, he will be purchasing items and supplies in the coming couple of weeks and even more once he arrives in Hungary.
On the Ukrainian cause, Mark Lieber, Project and Quality Manager at Maxxsonics, said, “As a human being I am deeply concerned with what is going on in Ukraine, the horrors that are being dealt to the people are beyond belief and imaginable. Though I am not able to stop Putin from committing these atrocities, I can do something to aid and provide comfort to the Ukrainian people inside Ukraine and fleeing.”
Below are some of the items your donations will be used to purchase:
Medical supplies including bandages, gloves, antibiotic ointments, trauma wound dressings, burn gel, emergency blankets, and children’s Tylenol
Hygiene supplies including toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, and towels
Gasoline for transport vehicles
Toys for children and pets
Any excess items and cash that are donated will be released to hospitals, families in need, and to other charitable organizations for distributions.
Any amount will help. Follow the link to join the fight and learn complete Mark Lieber GoFundMe details on how YOU can make an impact in supporting Ukraine.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (03.30.22) – The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) is kicking off an all-female vehicle build and will modify a Ford Bronco 4-door Wildtrak provided by Bronco Brand, Ford’s outdoor brand of Built Wild and only-4×4 vehicles. The project comes 10 years after SBN led an award-winning all-female Ford Mustang Build, which raised awareness of women working in the automotive industry and brought in dozens of new SBN members.
The new campaign seeks to highlight successful women in the automotive industry while also attracting and supporting more females to pursue careers in the field.
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will embark on an all-female vehicle build in partnership with Ford’s Bronco Brand, which donated the 4-door Ford Bronco Wildtrak.
“We know that automobiles are exciting and that there are countless job opportunities for women in the industry,” said Sara Morosan, SBN Chair Elect. “The 2022 SBN All-Female Vehicle Build will again shine the light on this important initiative and help women see what’s possible.”
The project is slated to begin this summer in Southern California. Women will modify all aspects of the car, including the engine, chassis, drive-train, interior, sound system, exterior, and paint. Organizers are currently securing members to assist with assembling a Volunteer Recruitment Team, Events Team, Media/Content Team, Secure Parts & Sponsorship, and other committees.
The completed vehicle build will be displayed at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.sema.org/sbn or contact Nicole Bradle at nicoleb@sema.org.
AUBURN HILLS, MI (03.29.22) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping two new Alpine Halo Floating Touchscreen Receivers, the iLX-F511 11-inch Multimedia Receiver and the iLX-F509 9-inch Multimedia Receiver.
High-Resolution Specs The iLX-F511 and iLX-F509 feature High-Resolution Audio Playback (96kHz/24Bit) to bring out the full potential of music in the vehicle. They also include a WXGA High-Resolution Display (1280x720px) for an elevated driving experience.
Features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in Bluetooth hands-free calling with audio streaming allows access to music, messages, phone calls, and maps on a smartphone via a wired USB connection or wirelessly. These features are controlled through touch or voice commands with the included external microphone. The receivers are SiriusXM-Ready (SXV-300G2 2018-Up Connect Vehicle Tuner Kit sold separately; SiriusXM subscription required) and include built-in HD Radio for additional entertainment options.
While the Alpine Halo platform has always featured a floating style display with adjustable screen height and depth, a new pressure tile mechanism allows for more flexibility when positioning the angle of the screen for optimized viewing and access to dash and HVAC controls.
Exciting System Expandability Options The decks have two camera inputs for front, side, or rearview cameras (sold separately). The rearview camera includes a distance guide display that overlays guidelines onto the screen for ease when moving in reverse.
When used with the DVR-C320R Premium 1080P Front and Rear Dash Camera with built-in drive assist (sold separately), the iLX-F511 and iLX-F509 can display real-time and recorded drives in high-definition and provide audible drive assist alerts like front collision, lane departure, and front car movement through the vehicle’s speakers.
On-board tuning features bring out the full potential of music playback with a 13-band parametric EQ per channel, for continuous frequency control. The 6-channel time correction ensures that music is staged properly in the front and center of the vehicle. Additional amplifiers can be added using the three sets of true 4V preamp outputs with front, rear, and subwoofer control if more power is needed.
The new RUX-H02 Alpine Halo Bass and Volume Controller (sold separately) easily mounts to the Alpine Halo Displays and allows quick-access controls to the subwoofer and main volume through a wireless Bluetooth connection. This optional Halo Subwoofer controller also controls volume. The sleek, tapered lines and silver trim of the RUX-H02 compliments the Alpine Halo Display design. The RUX-H02 is expected to ship Summer of 2022.
The iLX-F511 and iLX-F509 are Digital Media Receivers (no CD/DVD player). However, an HDMI input and output are included to connect a DVD player or even a smartphone for an all-digital audio and video connection through a single cable.
Convenient System Compatibility Upgrading dash technology can often result in a loss of factory functionality such as steering wheel controls and access to engine codes. However, the iLX-F511 and iLX-F509 are compatible with the iDatalink Maestro Module (sold separately) allowing select OEM features to be retained and vehicle information displayed on the screen.
The iLX-F511 and iLX-F509 are now shipping at a MAP of $1399.95 and $1199.95 respectively and are available at Alpine Authorized retailers and at Preferred Online Stores. Installation options can be found on the Alpine-USA website through the store locator.
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