Description
Kenwood DMX80AXS 9″ Universal Digital Multimedia Receiver + Mitsubishi Triton/Challenger Aerpro AKMB26 Installation Kit
Product Information
Upgrade your Mitsubishi Triton (2015) or Challenger (2013–2015) with the Kenwood DMX80AXS 9″ Digital Multimedia Receiver, paired with the Aerpro AKMB26 vehicle-specific installation kit designed to retain steering wheel controls, AUX, and USB functionality while delivering a modern touchscreen upgrade. This complete infotainment package replaces the factory audio system with a fast, connected, high-resolution display, finished with a clean, factory-style dashboard integration.
The Kenwood DMX80AXS features a 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving drivers instant access to navigation, calls, messaging, and entertainment. Combined with the Aerpro AKMB26 kit, the unit integrates into the Triton or Challenger dashboard using a dedicated steering wheel control interface harness and factory USB retention harness, keeping key factory features intact.
This package suits Mitsubishi Triton and Challenger owners looking for a modern multimedia upgrade without sacrificing steering wheel controls, AUX, or USB functionality.
Key Product Features
Kenwood DMX80AXS Head Unit Features
- 9″ WSVGA capacitive touchscreen display (1.6x higher resolution than standard WVGA)
- Universal chassis shape for broad vehicle compatibility
- Wireless and wired Apple CarPlay
- Wireless and wired Android Auto
- Wireless smartphone mirroring via MirrorApp+ (supports Waze, YouTube, Instagram and more)
- Touch control available from both head unit and smartphone screen
- 13-Band Graphic EQ with Digital Time Alignment for precision sound tuning
- Rear view camera input with adjustable parking guidelines
- Built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calls and audio streaming
- Dual 2.5V preouts plus mono subwoofer output for external amplification
- Short chassis design for simplified, space-saving installation
- USB playback supporting a wide range of audio and video file formats
- High-current 2.1A USB charging for fast smartphone charging
- Direct OEM steering wheel remote control compatibility (most Japanese and Korean vehicles)
- Security updates supported until at least 30 April 2028
Aerpro AKMB26 Mitsubishi Triton/Challenger Installation Kit Features
- Designed specifically for Mitsubishi Triton (2015) and Challenger (2013–2015)
- Supports 9″ trapezoid-style aftermarket head units
- Black fascia kit for OEM-style dashboard integration
- Steering wheel control interface harness with SWC patch lead
- Factory USB retention harness included
- Retains steering wheel controls, including the phone button, AUX input, and USB input
- Recommended for use with the Aerpro APP8 Head Unit Secondary ISO Harness (sold separately) — head unit ISO harness not included
- Compatible with Aerpro APP8 aftermarket head unit harness adapters for simplified installation
Vehicle Compatibility
Mitsubishi Fitment
- Mitsubishi Challenger 2013–2015 (PC)
- Mitsubishi Triton 2015 MN [GL, GLX, GLX-R]
Important Feature Note
- Steering wheel controls: Retained, including phone button
- Factory reverse camera: Not retained
- AUX input: Retained
- USB input: Retained
- Parking tones: Not applicable
- Factory amplifier: Not retained
- Vehicle menu: Not retained
- Feature retention is radio dependent
- On Triton GLX-R and Challenger models, the factory top compass display will be lost
- This kit suits universal trapezoid-shaped radios only and will not suit standard DIN or double DIN sized radios
- Steering wheel control functions via the supplied adapter — during setup, select ‘Steering Wheel Control’ > ‘With Adapter’ in the menu rather than a CAN Bus Adapter option
- Head unit ISO harness not included; an Aerpro APP8 Secondary ISO Harness is recommended (sold separately)
Compatible Head Units (Kit Support)
- Kenwood DMX80AXS
- Alpine INE-AW409S
- Pioneer DMH-AP6650BT
- Aerpro AM9X
- Various Android-based 9″ trapezoid head units
Why Upgrade Your Mitsubishi Triton or Challenger With This System
This Kenwood and Aerpro integration package is designed to modernise the Mitsubishi Triton or Challenger interior by replacing the factory audio system with a high-resolution touchscreen infotainment solution, while retaining steering wheel controls, AUX, and USB functionality. It delivers improved smartphone connectivity, sound tuning, and media control in a clean, factory-style installation.
Ideal for Triton and Challenger owners who want to:
- Add wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Upgrade to a modern 9-inch touchscreen system
- Retain steering wheel controls, AUX, and USB functionality
- Improve in-car entertainment and audio tuning options
- Achieve a factory-style upgrade with minimal functionality trade-off
This solution provides a practical infotainment upgrade that enhances everyday driving while maintaining key factory convenience features.
