Clarion CMD5
Using a HumiSeal-coated PCB and a stainless steel chassis, the cmd5 receiver meets stringent aSTm codes for salt, fog and uV exposure. its large, rubberized buttons and knobs make it easy to use while motoring through the water, and its high visibility two-line display is easy to view. Fold down the face to access the mP3/Wma compatible cd player or opt to use an iPod through an optional interface. The cdm5 is also Bluetooth and satrad ready. www.clarion.com
HD Radio
Buzz at Hd radio included multiple products (e.g., alpine's Tua-T550Hd, pictured) coming to the market with iTunes Tagging. When you hear a song on Hd radio that you want, push a button to tag it for purchase next time you visit iTunes. Hd radio also announced an initiative to extend microsoft's existing mSN direct service with Hd radio technology. www.hdradio.com
Alpine IDA-X001M
The ida-X100m digital media receiver delivers a fully integrated iPod experience for the marine environment fully protected from u/V, salt, fog and water intrusion. The 2.2-inch full color TFT screen displays artist, album details, album art (if available) and track information from the iPod. The unit includes a doubleaction knob, which rotates to control volume or to easily find an artist or playlist. a push-in-and-turn motion is used to quickly scroll through large music libraries. www.alpine-usa.com
Satellite Radio & Marine
XM Radio
Xm has an eye on the skies, debuting a real-time in-vehicle weather tracking system. complementing their NavTraffic service, NavWeather features Threat matrix technology, a warning system for severe conditions such as hail, tornado and storm warnings. it will be available to the oEs later this year, but if you want an aftermarket solution now, there's the Bushnell ONIX 400 portable nav device/Xm radio receiver. www.xmradio.com
Sirius
Sirius's offerings ranged from portable receivers to new services. available in '09 Ford, lincoln and mercury vehicles with nav systems, Sirius Travel link includes real-time traffic, tabular and graphical weather, fuel prices, sports schedules and scores and movie listings. For folks with aftermarket leanings, clarion has two source units (the maX385Vd and the VrX485Vd), which offer Sirius Satellite radio direct connection. www.sirius.com
JL audio M770-ETX-CG
Ideal for wakeboard towers or any tube-mounted application, these enclosed coaxial systems deliver typical Jl audio sound quality thanks to their 7.7-inch coaxial speakers. unlike most tube-mounted systems, the m770-ETX-cg's feature 100 percent fiberglass construction with a smooth gel-coat finish and aluminum accents. Each enclosure's mounting post is designed for full 360-degree rotation and quick removal/installation. The post's fixtures are designed to fit a wide range of pipe diameters. www.jlaudio.com