2 DIN Car Stereos & Head Units

What You Should Know When Buying a Double DIN Car Stereo

Today, double din touchscreen car stereos offer a host of features. These features make the difference between a cheap double din car stereo and an expensive one. Here are things you need to know before purchasing a double din touchscreen, available on eBay.

The primary difference is the size. The double DIN is double the size of a single DIN. It is 8 inches by 4 inches while the single DIN is 8 inches by 2 inches. This increased size allows you to mount DVDs, touchscreens, GPS, etc.

• Screen size: If you plan on using the navigation or allowing the kids to watch movies, the bigger the screen the better.
• Detachable front: You can remove the front when you leave your car to prevent your car stereo from being stolen.
• Backlight screen: Backlit screens are beneficial when using your system at night. Although most models today offer backlight, its best to make sure your new car stereo has it.
• Connectivity: The ability to connect to various devices results in convenience and efficiency. You should look for connectivity to your smartphone, Bluetooth, USB, and possibly others.

• Double DIN car stereo with backup camera: The backup camera is not just for the novice driver but seasoned drivers benefit also. It displays what is behind your car so you dont have to turn around. It also displays your rear blind spots, thereby preventing collisions.
• Double DIN car stereo with Bluetooth: You may pair your smartphone via Bluetooth. With Bluetooth, you can listen and control music apps like Spotify, Pandora, and/or iHeart Radio.
• Double DIN car stereo with navigation: Built-in GPS tends to be more reliable than navigation apps running from your smartphone. You dont have to worry about driving through rural areas that have bad cell phone reception. Navigation often has points of interest that help you find restaurants, gas stations, hotels, and more when you are in unfamiliar towns or cities.

DIN stands for Duetch Industri Normen and refers to the size of the opening in the dashboard that normally fits a radio. The double DINs size is 8 inches in width by 4 inches in length. This size has been standard in Volkswagens, Mercedes, BMWs, and Audis since the 1980s. A DIN is half the size and is 8 inches in width by 2 inches in length.