JVC Mobile Expands Its HD Radio Lead With New Models
Categories: Industry News Car Audio Head Units Multimedia Systems Satellite / HD Radio
Built-in CD Receivers, Hide Away Tuner Box and Plug & Play
January 2008, Cypress, Calif. — JVC Mobile Entertainment continues to respond to peak demand for in-vehicle solutions for built-in HD Radio with new in-dash CD receiver models KD-HDR30, KD-AHD39 for Arsenal, the new KT-HD300 hide-away tuner box for HD Radio ready receivers, and new model KT-HDP1 plug and play HD Radio system for car or home application.
The KD-HDR30 and KD-AHD39 in-dash CD receivers, including built-in Multicast capable HD Radio tuners, feature a front AUX input, 7-band iEQ, loudness control, 2-line output terminals, and are equipped for readiness with iPod, Bluetooth and Satellite radio. MSRP for the KD-HDR30 is $179.95 while MSRP for the KD-AHD39 is $199.95. Shipping dates on both models are to be announced at a later date.
The KT-HDP1 Plug and Play HD Radio receiver provides HD tuning for a wide variety of applications. The KT-HDP1 plug and play HD Radio system adapts to most vehicles and features a thin and slim design with built-in HD (with multi-cast), FM and AM tuners.
The KT-HDP1 features:
The KT-HDP1 kit contains a wireless remote controller with battery and a 12V cigarette lighter adapter plug. The MSRP is $149.95 and is now shipping.
Accessories for the KT-HDP1 include two kits for in-car installation and one for home use. The KV-K1017 allows professional installation of the KT-HDP1 into vehicles with upgraded sound quality output using a standard antenna junction interface. The KV-K1018 allows easier installation of the HD radio plug and play tuner without the need to take out the in-dash stereo, in cases where the vehicle is leased or the stereo is not possible to be removed. The KV-K1019 home kit allows the tuner to be transported into the home or office to use in conjunction with a home audio or theatre system.
The KV-K1017 Professional Installation kit is currently available with an MSRP of $39.95. The KV-K1018 and KV-K1019 are also available currently both with an MSRP of $49.95.
Also available in 2008 is the KT-HD300 which connects through JVC’s own J-BUS expansion port. The KT-HD300 will be compatible within the new lineup of in-dash units starting at $119 with the KD-G340 CD Receiver and adds HD radio tuning to all JVC HD radio ready receivers. MSRP for the KT-HD300 is $149.95 and is now currently shipping.
About JVC Mobile Entertainment:
JVC Mobile Entertainment products are marketed by JVC Mobile Company of America, a division of JVC Americas Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Victor Company of Japan, Limited. JVC is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated mobile, audio and video products that use superior technologies to deliver high quality sound and images.
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