Peripheral offers its PXAMGSR cable, which facilitates the addition of an SCC-1 satellite tuner. Users will have the freedom to control their iPod or iPhone, as well as the SCC-1 tuner, directly through their vehicle’s GM, Toyota or Honda factory head unit, according to Peripheral. View Peripheral’s application list for compatible vehicles.

Alpine offers its KTP-445 Head Unit Power Pack, which enables consumers to upgrade the power of a system and improve the sound performance of a head unit, according to the company. It measures 6 inches x 2 inches x 1.125 inches and is designed to fit behind the dash in most vehicles. Its direct plug-and-play application doesn’t require additional wiring or tuning. The KTP-445 connects to any 2005 and newer Alpine head unit that has a black power harness. It boosts the original power from a head unit’s typical built-in amplifier and increases it to a 45W RMS x 4 output at CEA-2006 Power Ratings. Alpine said its digital design delivers clean power, making the bass tighter and highs clearer, and that the unit’s high-efficiency digital technology keeps it running cool in exertive conditions. This design also minimizes vehicle battery drain. A high/low gain switch allows for proper gain settings, whether or not a subwoofer is part of the system. For more information, visit Alpine’s website.

Distributor Motovicity is now offering Rosen’s new Z-Series, which is designed to provide the consumer with all of their entertainment choices in one overhead unit. Motovicity stated that the Z-Series plays DVDs, CDs, MP3 files, CDs, and even photo discs in JPEG format, all in the integrated drive. The DVD formatted 16:9 widescreen, flat-panel LCD displays are available in 10.2-inch or 8.5-inch sizes. The Z10 also features 25 16-bit, built-in video games with wireless game controller and an auxiliary mini-jack w/ RCA adaptor to connect a game console, video camera or MP3 player. All of the Z-Series systems are available in neutral light tan or warm gray to compliment most vehicle headliners. For more information, visit Motovicity’s website.

The BT390 is the premier Bluetooth hands-free car kit in the Jensen line-up, according to the company. The 2.8-inch LCD screen provides daytime/nighttime viewing, shows caller information, phone book, music, menus and phone information and offers selectable backlit display. The system also offers Text To Speech (TTS) announcing the caller if the name and number are stored on a phone. It also offers a built-in FM Modulator that allows users to transmit music from a phone through an existing car audio system. This system includes external speaker and microphone, supports voice dialing and voice commands, automatically reconnects when users return the car, full duplex voice quality, conference calling and call waiting is supported. Jensen said it’s easy to upgrade its software, users can upload 300 phone numbers from each of the four paired phones, and it has Bluetooth version 2.0 + EDR technology for easy pairing. Supports: HS, HF, OBEX, Bluetooth Stereo (A2DP), OPP, PBAP and AVRCP profiles. MSRP is $249.99. Available now. For more information, visit Jensen’s BT390 Web page.

Leading the Jensen line of aftermarket Bluetooth car kits is a Bluetooth product compatible with the iPhone, the JC100. It is designed to fit in virtually any vehicle without the need for adapters or mounts and will not block the driver’s view, Jensen stated. The JC100 sits in a vehicle’s cup holder and the driver can move it between vehicles. Anyone with an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPod can use it to listen to music through the car radio, charge their iPod device and utilize the Bluetooth hands-free interface with the iPhone or any phone with this capability. There is no need for an adapter to run more than one device from the power outlet. The driver can plug a phone, Blackberry or MP3 player into the JC100’s on-board charger jack as well. The JC100 plugs into the vehicle’s 12-volt plug and offers an angled, backlit LCD display with easy-to-read characters. MSRP is $129.99. This product is available now. For more information, visit Jensen’s JC100 Web page.

Exile Audio has begun shipping the all-new Xi series of amplifiers to authorized dealers worldwide. The Xi series is the next evolution of its silver X series line of performance, low-impedance capable amplifiers, Exile said. The Xi amplifiers offer new features like the ISDTM Integrated Status Display circuit that continuously monitors the signal, power output and protection conditions then shows you what is happening inside the amplifier. Each amplifier has a built-in backlit display on top of the amplifier that indicates SIGNAL, CLIP and PROTECT conditions. Xi amplifiers also feature an “ICE” cooling design with 15 grams/mm of aluminum cooling coupled with unique die-cast venting that guarantees the amplifier stays cool even under the most abusive conditions, the company said. Models include the XI2500.1: 2500W RMS – 1 ohm stable monoblock, with MSRP of $1,100; the XI1500.1: 1500W RMS – 1 ohm stable monoblock, MSRP of $750; and the Xi800.4: 800W RMS – 2/4-channel amplifier, with MSRP of $500. Shipping now. Visit Exile’s Xi Web page for more information.

J.L. Troy introduces its J-2R, a two-channel ON/OFF transponder that installers can use in applications such as remote lighting control, auto, truck or boat security kill switch, farm spray equipment control, and for other uses. This receiver offers 12-volt operation and a 7.5 amp (12v) on-board relay circuit closure designed to make the J-2R adaptable to different designs. Available now from J. L. Troy Company Inc.

Wilson Electronics announced it will be shipping its complete line of iBooster in-vehicle, plug-and-play cellular amplifier kits on May 1. This line is designed to improve cellular signals to deliver better voice and data coverage for users on the road. The new iBooster line features three kits: the iBooster for iPhone, iBooster for BlackBerry Curve and the iBooster Universal, designed for use with most other cellular phones. Capable of hands-free operation, it can be used in conjunction with a user’s headset or Bluetooth device. Although the phone needs a direct connection to the cradle to charge, the phone’s voice and data performance will be improved when used near the cradle, Wilson stated. All kits in the iBooster line have an expected average selling price of $240.

Pacific Accessory Corp. announces the availability of two new accessories designed to expand the capabilities of its uPAC series of iPod and iPhone interface modules. The first accessory, the PODCBL-5V, is a replacement part for the original uPAC docking cable that allows 5-volt USB charging for newer iPod and iPhone models. The other new offering, the uPAC-SIRCBL (pictured), is a cable that allows the uPAC to be upgraded with a SIRIUS satellite radio tuner. As of June 1, all new uPAC Series kits will come with the PODCBL-5V as a standard accessory. The PODCBL-5V is available as an individual SKU at an MSRP of $24.99. The uPAC-SIRCBL is currently rated as compatible with all uPAC Toyota, Scion, Lexus and GM applications, and the company stated that other applications, including Ford, Nissan and Honda, are expected by the end of the year. MSRP is $59.95.

Audiopipe offers its TS-V line of entry level subwoofers. They come in all sizes to accommodate the consumer from a 6-inch sub to a 15-inch, including sizes in between, according to the company. All models are dual 4 ohm voice coil. Also, all TS-V models sit in a chromed rigid pipe steel basket. The TS-V15 comes with a 2.5-inch voice coil for increased power handling in 2009, the company stated. The TS-V6 offers 150 watts, the TS-V8 300 watts, the TS-V10 offers 500 watts, the TS-V12 750 watts, and the TS-V15 offers 850 watts. For more info please contact the company by e-mail at sales@audiopipe.com or call 1 (877) AUDIOPIPE.