JVC Conducted Training Sessions and Exhibited at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, NV (02.10.23) – JVC Mobile Entertainment, manufacturer of class-leading aftermarket car, marine, and motorsports products, conducted trainings and exhibited at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, February 3rd-5th.

The open JVC Mobile meeting was very well attended.
JVC Mobile showed a wide variety of new products in their booth on the show floor and provided networking opportunities for attendees.

The training agenda included NEW Product Unveilings and attendees were the first to see new products that will enable them to gain an edge in the upcoming season.

The NEWEST Multimedia Receivers showcased what strategic advantages dealers will gain and why JVC should be the Go-To brand for multimedia receivers.

The Day-1 JVC training attendees hold up their KS-GC10Q Qi Wireless Charger prizes.
Seth Halstead (3rd from L) is pictured with members of the JVCKENWOOD team from Canada. (LtoR) Rory Butler, Glen Swackhammer, Seth Halstead and Charles Lillies.

Complete RGB Speaker Solutions were spotlighted in a LIVE demo. This demonstration pointed the way for dealers to maximize profits from the growing demand for LED-lit speakers.

The JVC trainings also offered attendees more chances to Win. EVERYONE walked away a WINNER from the trainings with more than just Knowledge. That meant more chances to win and JVC handed out nearly 30 giveaways at each training.

Day-2 JVC training attendees hold their Qi mobile wireless charging prize.

The JVC trainings were held on Friday and Saturday. Additional on-demand trainings with JVC personnel were available to attendees during show floor hours during KnowledgeFest.

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit www.us.jvc.com/car.

JVC to Host 1st Ever EDA Hot Shots Sales Training Seminar

LONG BEACH, CA (10.21.22) – JVC Mobile Entertainment in conjunction with the Elite Distributor Alliance (EDA) have announced they will be hosting their 1st-ever “Hot Shots” sales training seminar October 21st-23rd in Orlando, FL. Headliners and demonstrations will be conducted by industry affiliates including Jim Warren (Elite Distributor Alliance), Matt Yerger (iDatalink), Dean Beyett & Fernando Lopez (5 Star), along with several internal JVC staff members.

Several “Hot Shot” sales personnel from EDA distributors across the country have been invited to experience this exclusive one-of-a-kind sales training. Through classroom-style presentations, hands-on demonstrations, and more, attendees will leave feeling confident in being able to successfully sell and support their retailers with the JVC mobile entertainment product line.    

“With JVC and the EDA’s shared mission of looking to improve the business of its members and retailers, providing this type of intimate training environment is essential to our collective growth,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales. “Our mission is simple; we want to empower our EDA-member sales partners with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to feel proud about what they sell, what they do, and how they do it.”

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit http://www.us.jvc.com/car.

JVC Mobile Entertainment to Exhibit at KnowledgeFest in Las Vegas

LONG BEACH, CA (02.14.22) – JVC Mobile Entertainment will be exhibiting at the upcoming KnolwedgeFest in Las Vegas, February 18th-20th, at which time it will be conducting trainings and providing demonstrations on 6 new products; the KW-M875BT digital multimedia receiver, KS-U70 Type-A to Type-D HDMI cable, KD-TD72BT single-DIN CD receiver, KD-T92MBS single-DIN marine/motorsports CD receiver, KS-DR2104DBT waterproof 4-channel compact digital Bluetooth amplifier, and the KS-DR2001D waterproof mono amplifier.

Picking up on the craze for short-body mounting depth receivers, the KW-M875BW is JVC’s first reduced mounting depth wireless-enabled multimedia receiver, coming in at 3-3/8” deep. It sports a 6.8” clear resistive touch panel display with wireless and wired support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless screen mirroring for Android, HD Radio, Advanced iDatalink Maestro RR support (with newly designed GUI’s), SiriusXM ready compatibility, 4 camera inputs, 3 sets of 5-volt RCA pre-outs, support for Hi-Res Audio via a wireless or wired connection, K2 sound technology, and gesture touch control.  Another first for JVC is its USB Type-C and HDMI Type-D rear inputs for faster charging and easier smartphone integration. The KS-U70 Type-A to Type-D HDMI cable is automotive-grade and designed to fit perfectly in the KW-M875BW’s recessed input and provide superior video playback from a compatible 3rd-party device.  Also equipped with JVC’s K2 sound technology, the recently released KD-T92MBS single-DIN marine/motorsports CD receiver and the KD-TD72BT single-DIN CD receiver will be on display in its booth as well.

To further complement its recent introduction of the waterproof/dustproof KS-DR2004D compact 4-channel amplifier, 2 additional amplifiers will be on display, including the KS-DR2104DBT waterproof/dustproof 4-channel Bluetooth amplifier and KS-DR2001D waterproof mono amplifier, providing the power and flexibility necessary for complete on and off-road system building. The KS-DR2104DBT produces a conservatively-rated 50 Watts x 4 RMS at 4-ohms or 75 Watts x 4 RMS at 2-ohms and includes a “glove-worthy” wired remote controller with rugged well-spaced buttons and a large volume knob/controller. This unique apt-X -equipped Bluetooth amplifier can be your audio source solution for anything from a classic car where altering the factory receiver isn’t an option, to a UTV without a receiver provision. To complete the system, simply add in the KS-DR2001D with its included remote level controller and 300 Watts of RMS power to drive a subwoofer.

 “As we head full force into 2022, we are excited to bring exciting new product technologies and solutions to our customers,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales. “KnowledgeFest provides us with the much-needed platform to ensure that our dealers are fully-equipped with the JVC product knowledge necessary to offer customers the best sales and vehicle installation experience.”

Pricing and availability will be announced soon.

New product web pages currently available include:

KS-DR2104DBT web page:  http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/ks_dr2104dbt/

KS-DR2004D/KS-DR2104DBT amp dyno video: https://youtu.be/cOoAWFX49YU

KS-U70 web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/multimedia/ks_u70/

KD-TD72BT web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/indashreceivers/kd_td72bt/

KD-T92MBS web page: http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/kd_t92mbs/

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit us.jvc.com/car.

JVC Mobile Entertainment Goes Off-Road

LONG BEACH, CA (11.16.2021) – JVC Mobile Entertainment is excited to announce it is now shipping its IP67/IP66 Waterproof/Dustproof KS-DR2004D ($249.95 MAP) 4-Channel Compact Digital Amplifier.

The KS-DR2004D produces a conservatively-rated 50 Watts x 4 RMS at 4-Ohm, 75 Watts x 4 RMS at 2-Ohm, 150 Watts x 2 RMS at 4-Ohm, or 75 Watts x 2 + 150 Watts x 1 at 4-Ohm. It offers about every adjustment anyone could ask for behind its removable waterproof/dustproof panel; input sensitivity 4-12V (speaker level) 0.2-5V (RCA level), selectable/variable HPF/LPF (50-200Hz, -12dB/octave), 2ch or 4ch input mode selection, and 2ch or 3-4ch output mode selection. Engineered with installation flexibility in mind, this amplifier features channel mode selectors and signal sensing turn-on capabilities.

Besides the incredible amount of power for its size and ease of installation, what truly sets this amplifier apart is its strong weather protection performance. Its QUAD-proof protection incorporates certification at IPX7/IPX6 for water and dust, ASTM117 salt-spray testing for rust, and 3-axis multi-frequency testing for vibration. Its sealed cast aluminum chassis has silicon seals along with stainless steel bottom plate assembly screws. Connections include pigtail cables with molded strain relief bushings and an in-line fuse (40A) with a rubber cover.

The amplifier’s efficient and Class D design allows installation in the most demanding of environments, making it perfect for UTVs, ATVs, watercraft, motorcycles, golf carts, classic cars, and MORE!  Mud, Sand, Dirt, Rocks, or Water, the KS-DR2004D is BUILT TO LAST!

“JVC Mobile Entertainment is the 1-stop solution for all of your on and off-road vehicle sound needs,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales. ”We’ve listened to what is being asked for in the market, and with its full weather-proof design, our engineering team truly knocked it out of the park with this one.”

KS-DR2004D web page:  http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/ks_dr2004d/

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit http://www.us.jvc.com/car.

JVC Dash Cam Winners Named for Recent Trainings That Included LIVE DEMO

12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (05.014.2021) – JVC Mobile Entertainment recently entered the booming dash cam market with the new KV-DR305 dashboard camera.

To roll out this new feature rich and value-priced dash cam, boasting full HD (1920×1080) recording, JVC scheduled  2 web based LIVE DEMO product training sessions. The sessions took place on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 4th and 5th respectively.

Alex Miranda in the Sound Depot store in Madison AL with a JVC product.
Dusty Liebhaber in the Muntz Audio store in Appleton WI with JVC products in the background.

Dealers attending each session also had a chance to win a KV-DR305…1 dash cam prize per training. Alex Miranda, Sound Depot- Madison, AL, won the dash cam prize for the May 4th training session. Dusty Liebhaber, Muntz Audio-Appleton, WI won the dash cam for the May 5th session.

Marcus Vasconcellos, JVC KEWOOD Mobile Electronics Product Specialist, recently received a sample KV-DR305 and installed it in his Toyota Sequoia. “I put it through its paces forward and backward and it performed flawlessly. That prepared me to be a host on the training sessions” Vasconcellos stated.

Marcus Vanconcellos pictured in his Sequoia with the KV-DK305 used in the JVC  LIVE DEMO Training.

During the sessions hosts led discussions relating to Dash Cam market growth and why it makes sense for 12volt retailers to add the category their product mix. Dealers also learned who the dash cam customer is and the benefits a dash cam will add to their driving experience. The LIVE DEMO of the KV-DR305 dash cam added to the take-away of people attending the sessions.

Seth Halstead-National Training & Content Development Manager, along with Mobile Electronics Product Specialists Josh Bowen and Marcus Vasconcellos participated in the JVC Dash Cam training sessions.

Visit us.jvc.com/car for more.

JVC Mobile Entertainment Enters Dash Cam Market

LONG BEACH, CA (04.19.2021) – JVC Mobile Entertainment is excited to announce it is now shipping its KV-DR305W ($99.95 MAP) dashboard camera.

The KV-DR305W is a feature rich, value-priced dash cam, boasting Full HD (1920 x 1080) recording, WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology, an F2.0 wide angle lens, along with built-in GPS and Wi-Fi. It includes everything needed to be installed and used right out of the box, including a 16GB microSD card, adjustable mount, and 12-volt socket power connector. 

Its user-friendly design allows simplified control with 4 easy-to-access side-mounted buttons that correspond to icons displayed on its 2.7” full-color screen. The system automatically begins continuous recording after startup. By default, when its built-in G shock sensor senses an incident such as a sudden impact or an accidental crash during continuous recording, it records and stores those events in a dedicated folder. All recordings can be accessed by removing the microSD card and viewing on a computer with the JVC Route Watcher software. Alternatively, recordings can be viewed via a Wi-Fi connected smartphone with the aid of the JVC DRV Link app. This app also enables the user to access additional camera control functionality.

Even at this price point, recording quality is unparalleled. By capturing over 2 million pixels at 30fps (frames per second) and pairing its WDR technology (which helps to reduce headlight glare or shadows) and F2.0 wide-angle lens, playback of road events are clear and precise. 

 “JVC is a well-known name in the camera industry, having a long-term history of bringing innovative, class-leading camera technology to the market,” said Ron Trout, Director of JVC Mobile Entertainment Sales.“ As JVC Mobile Entertainment now enters into the booming dash cam market, we can continue to build on this legacy in the in-vehicle environment.”

KV-DR305W web page: www.us.jvc.com/car/vehiclecameras/kv_dr305w/

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit www.us.jvc.com/car.

JVC Mobile Entertainment Launches Dealer Support Facebook Group

LONG BEACH, CA (02.08.2021) – JVC Mobile Entertainment is announcing the launch of its USA Dealer Support Facebook Group. The group can be found by searching for “JVC Mobile Entertainment USA Dealer Support” on Facebook.

“With the rising demand for interactive product support groups, we have chosen to officially provide that environment via Facebook,” stated Ron Trout, JVC Mobile Entertainment’s Director of Sales. “We want this to be a fun environment with a meaningful purpose, providing a place for dealers to share information and gain valuable insights.” 

The group was created with the primary intent of providing a place for members to share valuable information and offer tech support to each other. It is a place that will allow dealers to have contact with both their peers and employees of JVC, creating an open environment of learning and camaraderie. 

JVC will also encourage the sharing of ideas for future products and ask for constructive product feedback. New product information, upcoming trainings, tech tips, and more will be provided in the group, which is ultimately an extension of its dealer on-demand resource site JVC DRIVE (jvcdrive.us.jvckenwood.com). JVC DRIVE originally launched in 2019 as a private dealer learning management system and resource site, providing instant access to new product information, trainings, videos, tech papers, marketing assets, and more. 

To gain admittance, authorized JVC dealer’s employees must answer specific questions, of which will be reviewed by the admin team. This will help to ensure that the admin team can devote their time in prioritizing help to authorized JVC dealers.

Visit us.jvc.com/car for more.

JVC In-Car Air Purification System Debuted at CES 2020

LONG BEACH, CA (03.17.2020) – The new JVC Mobile KS-GA100 (MAP $89.95) and the KS-GA10F (MAP $19.95) will now allow users the option of in-car air purification right from their vehicle’s cupholder.

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Debuting from JVC Mobile Entertainment’s offerings at CES2020 was the KS-GA100, an in-car air purification system. The class leading KS-GA100 sports a compact design that will fit easily into a cup holder, helping to remove smoke smells and other odors. Its unique design allows the KS-GA10F (replacement HEPA filter, included with the KS-GA100 and available separately) to remove allergens and germs, as well as keep a vehicle’s interior smelling fresh and clean. There’s no longer a need to hang stinky trees from your mirror!

With a diameter of 2.8” and a height of 4.6” the new KS-GA100 rests easily tucked away in the cupholder. It comes with a 2-way power supply giving the option of the traditional 12 Volt socket, or a USB powered option as well. The KS-GA100 also offers a 3-layer purification system which allows it to quickly purify up to 350 cubic feet of air in just 5 minutes. The KS-GA100 is available in select channels only.

Ricky Gibson, N&H Electronics, holds a new  JVC Mobile KS-GA100 in the warehouse in Hattiesburg, MS.

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit us.jvc.com/car.