JVC KW-M780BT: 6.8" Capacitive Touchscreen Digital Media Receiver – Seamless Smartphone Integration and Superior Sound Quality

Introduction

The JVC KW-M780BT is a 6.8-inch capacitive touchscreen digital media receiver designed to enhance your in-car entertainment experience. With Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Android Phone Mirroring, this receiver ensures seamless smartphone integration. Its advanced sound optimization features and customizable interface make it a versatile choice for drivers looking for both convenience and high-quality performance.

Key Features

Smartphone Integration

• Apple CarPlay® (via USB): Access your iPhone’s essential features such as calls, messages, navigation, and music through the receiver’s intuitive interface.
• Android Auto™ (via USB): Designed for safety and ease of use, Android Auto provides a simplified, hands-free interface for navigation, calls, and audio control.
• Android Phone Mirroring (via USB): By installing the Mirroring OA for JVC app, your Android phone’s screen is displayed on the receiver, allowing touch control from both the screen and the smartphone.
• HDMI™ Mirroring: Display your smartphone’s screen on the receiver via an HDMI cable and third-party adapter, enabling broader media playback options.

Enhanced Safety

• 3-Camera Input Support: Allows integration of up to three cameras, including a rear-view camera, front camera, or blind-spot camera, improving visibility and safety.
• Gesture Touch Control: Enables intuitive interaction by swiping or tapping on the screen, making it easier to control functions while driving.

Premium Sound Customization

• Time Alignment: Adjusts speaker output timing so sound reaches the listener simultaneously, creating a more natural listening experience.
• Sound Response Technology: Enhances compressed audio files by restoring lost frequencies for better sound clarity.
• Space Enhancement: Creates a virtual surround effect based on your vehicle’s cabin size for a more immersive audio experience.
• Sound Lift: Adjusts the perceived height of the speakers for better sound positioning.
• Volume Link EQ: Boosts specific frequencies to compensate for road noise, ensuring consistent sound quality.
• 13-Band Graphic Equalizer: Provides manual control over sound frequencies for a personalized audio setup.

Advanced Connectivity

• Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: Supports hands-free calling and audio streaming, with dual-phone connection capability.
• SiriusXM Ready: Compatible with SiriusXM Radio for access to over 100 channels of music, sports, and entertainment (optional tuner required).
• iDatalink Maestro Compatibility: Allows integration with factory vehicle systems, displaying real-time vehicle data such as performance stats and climate control.

Specifications

• Display: 6.8-inch WVGA capacitive touch control monitor
• Power Output: 50W x 4 max, 22W RMS x 4
• Preamp Outputs: 6-channel (4V front, rear, subwoofer pre-outs)
• USB Port: Rear-positioned high-speed USB with 1.5A charging support
• HDMI Input: Allows smartphone screen mirroring via HDMI cable
• Camera Inputs: Supports up to three cameras for enhanced visibility
• Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 4.2 for hands-free calling and audio streaming

What’s in the Box?

• JVC KW-M780BT Digital Media Receiver
• Wiring Harness
• USB Extension Cable
• Bluetooth Microphone
• Installation Hardware
• User Manual & Quick Start Guide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Does the JVC KW-M780BT support wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto?
A: No, both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto require a wired USB connection for functionality.

Q: Can I connect multiple smartphones via Bluetooth simultaneously?
A: Yes, this receiver supports dual-phone Bluetooth pairing, allowing two phones to remain connected at the same time.

Q: Is the KW-M780BT compatible with steering wheel controls?
A: Yes, with the appropriate steering wheel control adapter, you can retain factory steering wheel controls.

Q: Does this receiver play CDs or DVDs?
A: No, the KW-M780BT is a digital media receiver and does not have a CD/DVD drive. It focuses on Bluetooth, USB, and smartphone-based media playback.

Q: What type of cameras can I connect to this receiver?
A: The KW-M780BT supports up to three camera inputs, including rear-view, front, and blind-spot cameras, for added convenience and safety.