JVC Mobile Reveals Strong AV Multimedia Line-up, Takes Home 2 CEA Innovations Awards

El Kameleon and 7-Inch KW-AVX810 Feature Blackout Faceplate and Touch Screen

Cypress, Calif. — JVC Mobile Entertainment is creating a buzz with dealers, consumers and industry moguls with its impressive line-up of Multimedia products loaded with stealth new technology and enhanced connectivity for the ultimate consumer in-vehicle experience.

El Kameleon Returns
The El Kameleon Receiver has returned to the spotlight and has captured the 2008 CEA Innovations Award for its sophisticated multimedia features and sleek design.

First launched in 1999 by JVC Mobile, the new 2008 El Kameleon KD-AVX44 AV Multimedia Receiver brings back its cool, trademark black-out faceplate which allows the receiver to go into stealth mode and appear black when the vehicle is not in use. The unique touch panel features electrostatic technology that allows control of the receiver by touch on its modern, “no buttons” design. A proximity sensor in the faceplate illuminates the smart panel when your hand approaches to give a new command.

The single-DIN El Kameleon receiver is loaded with the latest in-vehicle enhanced connectivity and is equipped for readiness with HD radio, satellite radio, CD changer, and rear-view camera. The multimedia receiver features a 3.5-inch-wide display with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows for easy upgrading online. Consumers can visit the mobile.jvc.com website to check for CD-ROM updates to maintain receiver/cell phone compatibility, even if they frequently upgrade their phone.

Another hot new feature of the 2008 El Kameleon is USB for iPod audio and video playback. The iPod audio connection is controlled by a plug-and-play USB 2.0 port for high-speed control during menu surfing and between songs. The USB for iPod video connection is made available via a KS-U20 cable for the fastest in-vehicle iPod control possible. The cable also charges iPod audio and video, and displays the iPod’s album jacket artwork.

The KD-AVX44 receiver offers intuitive control by animated 3D GUI, headphone surround sound in Dolby 5.1, MOSFET 50W x 4, 7-Band iEQ, high voltage 5V line and subwoofer preouts, gold-plated A/V input and output terminals, and multilingual display.

JVC Mobile Entertainment will also represent El Kameleon in its Arsenal line of products marketed towards the independent specialist dealer as model KD-ADV49. As part of the Arsenal Series, the El Kameleon KD-ADV49 will carry a 2-year warranty to support the unique needs of the specialist retailer.

MSRP for the KD-AVX44 is $549.95. MSRP for the KD-ADV49 is $579.95. Both products begin shipping in March.

Also, due to great response from both dealers and consumers, the single-DIN KD-AVX11 DVD/CD Receiver with monitor will be returning in 2008 as part of JVC Mobile’s multimedia line. MSRP for the KD-AVX11 is $449.95.

7-Inch Double-Din Boasts Detachable Faceplate
JVC Mobile Entertainment’s 7-inch, double-din KW-AVX810 AV Multimedia Receiver with touch screen and detachable faceplate gives dealers and consumers what they demand: A double-DIN multimedia unit with extensive connectivity and real-life technology solutions.

Like the El Kameleon, JVC Mobile’s KW-AVX810 has received the 2008 CEA Innovations Award for its extensive multimedia features and unique design.

The double-din DVD receiver’s faceplate is detachable for maximum anti-theft benefit, and features a unique touch panel with proximity sensor in the faceplate. The KW-AVX810 is equipped for readiness with Bluetooth, HD Radio, Satellite radio, CD changer, and rear-view camera.

The multimedia receiver features USB for iPod audio controlled by a plug-and-play USB 2.0 port, offering high-speed control during menu-surfing and between songs. The USB for iPod video connection is made available via a KS-U20 cable for the fastest in-vehicle iPod control possible. The cable also charges iPod audio and video, and has an MSRP of $49.95.

The 7-inch-wide touch panel display offers iPod enthusiasts an extensive split-screen display of searchable options, menus, song categories and album jacket artwork while artist lists are easily searchable simultaneously via a touch-slider menu during song play.

The KW-AVX810 receiver offers intuitive control by animated 3D GUI, headphone surround sound in Dolby 5.1, MOSFET 50W x 4, 7-Band iEQ, high voltage 5V line and subwoofer preouts, gold-plated A/V input and output terminals, and multilingual display.

The KW-AVX810 Multimedia AV Receiver is available at an MSRP of $749.95 and begins shipping February/March.

KW-AVX710 Double-DIN Multimedia Solution
JVC Mobile’s multimedia solution is offered in the KW-AVX710 DVD/CD double-din receiver. The 7-inch-wide touch panel display features readiness with Bluetooth, HD radio, satellite radio, CD changer, and rear-view camera.

The KW-AVX710 receiver offers Dolby digital sound, MOSFET 50W x 4, 7-Band iEQ, A/V input and output terminals, multilingual display and is WAV/MP3/WMA/DivX/JPEG/MPEG compatible.

To meet the demands of the specialist retailer, JVC Mobile will feature this receiver in its Arsenal Series as model KW-ADV790. Like all products in the Arsenal Series, the KW-ADV790 unit carries a 2-year warranty.

The KW-AVX710 Multimedia A/V Receiver carries an MSRP of $549.95 and begins shipping in March. The KW-ADV790 Multimedia A/V Receiver is available at an MSRP of $579.95 and begins shipping in March.

Single-DIN Flip-Out Monitor Saves Space
Also new for 2008 is JVC Mobile’s KD-AV7100 motorized DVD/CD Multimedia Receiver with flip-out, in-dash monitor. Retailers will find this unit the perfect offering of maximum multimedia technology in a single-DIN unit, coupled with a 7-inch flip-out screen for a bigger viewing experience.

Features on the KD-AV7100 receiver include:
* 7-inch-wide touch panel display
* MOS-FET 50W x 4
* Multilingual display
* MP3/WMA/DivX compatible
* USB port
* SD slot
* Direct connection to iPod for video playback
* HD radio-ready
* Satellite radio-ready
* Rear-view camera-ready
* Standard remote-ready
* 5.1 Dolby digital
* Front AUX-in
* Bass/treble
* 4V line/subwoofer output level
* Gold-plated input/output/composite terminals
* High-pass filter

The KD-AV7100 motorized DVD/CD Multimedia Receiver is available at an MSRP of $649.95 and begins shipping in February.

JVC Mobile has also introduced the KD-DV5400 Multimedia DVD/CD Receiver with front AUX, 50W x 4 MOSFET, DTS Digital Out/Dolby Digital/MPEG audio, 2.5V line output x 1, and optical digital output. The unit is also iPod- and Satellite radio-ready. MSRP is $249.95 with shipping in January.

The KD-DV7400 DVD/CD Multimedia DVD/CD/USB Receiver is a step up from the KD-DV5400 and features front USB 2.0 for iPod, front A/V in with cable included, Bluetooth-ready, dual color illumination, dual zone function, and flip-down face. MSRP is $349.95 and is available for shipping in March.

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.