View larger GENERAL FEATURES 1. 7” MonitorA 7 inch widescreen TOUCHSCREEN digital TFT monitor is built into the faceplate for your viewing pleasure. 2. Switchable US & Europe Tuner FrequenciesIf you happen to take the BV8972 outside of the US, you are able to pick up European frequencies so that you can enjoy your music abroad as well.3. Front AUX (Auxiliary) InThis little input in the front of the BV8972 that says “AUX” is an interface that allows the input of audio signals for MP3 players, headphones and portable music players. It is for AUDIO ONLY and not video.4. Output Power: 85 Watts x 4 ChannelsThe BV8972 offers 4 channels that can be used to hook up 4 speakers. Typically though, it is a much better practice to have an amplifier running your system. PLAYBACK 1. DVD±R/RW Video2. CD±RW Audio & Video3. MP3 / WMA INPUTS & OUTPUTS 1. Front, Rear and Subwoofer Outputs2. Video Output3. Audio/Video Input4. Rear Camera Input View larger Compatible With Audio Output of iPod / iPhone, Smartphones and MP3 Players Another great feature that comes in really handy is that little hole in the front of your unit that says “AUX”.What this means is that if you can connect a device that has an Auxiliary output, such as your iPhone/iPod, smartphone and MP3 players straight into the Auxiliary input of your head unit. So basically a cable that has (2) 3.5mm audio (male) plugs.Important: Please beware that this feature is not the same as the “Full iPod Control”.This feature will only allow you to control your music by clicking on the designated buttons via the face or front side of your unit. View larger 16 Million Illumination Color Options Through the settings, you are able to set exactly what color it is that you want your BV8972 displays through the buttons on the front panel as well as some parts on the screen itself. 16.3 Million different color combinations to be exact. View larger Steering Wheel Interface You can be even safer now with the interface capability that allows you to connect the existing steering wheel controls that you already have straight to the BV8972 in a wide variety of vehicles to almost any brand of aftermarket stereos.You will be able to control the volume, change channels, answer calls and more. USB Port View larger View larger Detachable Faceplate The face plate detaches and you can carry it with you in the hard cover carrying case that comes with it. The face plate also slides down so that you can insert an SD card with all of your favorite music. View larger SD Memory Card Port After you remove the faceplate, you are able to insert an SD memory card with all of your favorite music as well as video entertainment needs.