JVC
JVC KW-M785BW Wireless CarPlay Android Auto Car Stereo
★★★★★
178 x 100
Elevate Your Car Audio Experience The JVC KW-M785BW Wireless Apple CarPlay Android Auto Digital Media Player brings seamless smartphone integration to your car. With a 6.8" LCD touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, and advanced audio features, this double DIN car radio delivers superior sound and ...
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Overview
Elevate Your Car Audio Experience
The JVC KW-M785BW Wireless Apple CarPlay Android Auto Digital Media Player brings seamless smartphone integration to your car. With a 6.8" LCD touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, and advanced audio features, this double DIN car radio delivers superior sound and convenience.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.8" Capacitive touchscreen
- Compatibility: Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto
- Bluetooth: Yes
- USB Port: Rear USB input
- Camera Inputs: Two camera inputs
- Audio/Video Features: 13-band equalizer with digital time alignment, K2 technology, Sound Lift
- Expandability: Compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner, iDataLink Maestro module
- Outputs: Rear video output (RCA), 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer)
- Installation Size: 7" x 3-15/16" x 2-15/16" (178 x 100 x 75 mm)
Key Features
GENERAL FEATURES: 6.8" Capacitive touchscreen display (like your phone), customizable display background, live wallpaper, and digital angle adjustment for better in-dash visibility, fits double-DIN dash openings, Variable Color Key illumination
Wireless Apple CarPlay is a safer way to use your iPhone in the car. Simply talk to Siri or touch the receiver’s display to get directions from Apple Maps, make phone calls, listen to voicemail, send and receive texts, and listen to music from Apple Music or your favorite 3rd party streaming services like Pandora and Spotify, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. With the latest iOS version (iOS 12.0 and higher), 3rd party navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze are also supported
Wireless Android Auto was designed with safety in mind, helping you to minimize distractions and stay focused on the road. JVC multimedia receivers combine an intuitive voice controlled interface with a large touch screen and superior sound quality, making it the perfect complement for your in-car life. You can even listen to and control music from your favorite streaming services like Pandora and Spotify. Navigate to where you need to with Google Maps or Waze.
EXPANDABILITY: Compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner - INPUTS: rear USB input, rear A/V input (RCA, mini), two camera inputs – OUTPUTS: rear video output (RCA), 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer), 3 Camera Input, Front Camer Interruption, Rear Cam Parking Guidelines
AUDIO/VIDEO FEATURES: Plays USB memory devices, 13-band equalizer with digital time alignment, K2 technology improves the digital sound for all music sources, Sound Lift compensates for speakers that are low in the doors, subwoofer level, phase, and low-pass crossover controls, ---Does not play CDs or DVDs---
ADDITIONAL: Compatible with iDataLink Maestro module, wired connection to parking brake required to access settings and other features on this receiver (the brake must be connected and set for video display) - INSTALLATION SIZE (WxHxD): 7" x 3-15/16" x 2-15/16" (178 x 100 x 75 mm)
Specifications
Display
6.8" Capacitive touchscreen
Connectivity
Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto
Input
Rear USB, Rear A/V (RCA, mini), Two Camera inputs + 3 additional camera inputs
Output
Rear Video (RCA), 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer)
Equalizer
13-band with digital time alignment
Audio Technology
K2 technology, Sound Lift
Installation Size (WxHxD)
7" x 3-15/16" x 2-15/16" (178 x 100 x 75 mm)
Media Playback
USB memory devices (No CDs/DVDs)
Compatibility
SiriusXM satellite radio tuner, iDataLink Maestro module
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a 6.8" Capacitive touchscreen display, offering smartphone-like responsiveness and a customizable interface with live wallpaper.
- Includes Wireless Apple CarPlay, providing a safer way to use an iPhone for navigation, calls, texts, and music directly from the display.
- Equipped with Wireless Android Auto, allowing Android users to minimize distractions with a voice-controlled interface for navigation and streaming music.
- Offers extensive expandability with compatibility for SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and multiple camera inputs (rear, front, and three additional).
- Advanced audio/video features include a 13-band equalizer with digital time alignment, K2 technology for improved sound, and Sound Lift.
- Supports multiple camera inputs, including two dedicated camera inputs plus additional three, enhancing parking and maneuvering visibility.
- The unit has a compact installation size, measuring 7" x 3-15/16" x 2-15/16", fitting into double-DIN dash openings.
- Provides 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer) for building a powerful aftermarket audio system.
- Includes subwoofer level, phase, and low-pass crossover controls for fine-tuning bass output.
👎 Cons
- The JVC KW-M785BW does not support playing CDs or DVDs, which may be a drawback for users with disc-based media collections.
- A wired connection to the parking brake is required to access certain settings and features, impacting convenience for some users.
- While offering multiple camera inputs, the number of simultaneous active cameras is not specified.
- Installation may require an iDataLink Maestro module for vehicle-specific integration, which is an additional purchase.
- Digital angle adjustment and variable color key illumination are customizable but still rely on user preference and setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the JVC KW-M785BW support both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly?
Yes, the JVC KW-M785BW supports both Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, allowing for seamless smartphone integration.
Can I customize the display of this car stereo?
Yes, the 6.8" capacitive touchscreen display offers a customizable background, live wallpaper, and digital angle adjustment for better in-dash visibility.
Does this car stereo play CDs or DVDs?
No, the JVC KW-M785BW does not play CDs or DVDs, but it does play music and video from USB memory devices.
How many cameras can I connect to this unit?
The stereo features two dedicated camera inputs and an additional three camera inputs, allowing for multiple viewing angles.
What kind of audio customization options are available?
It includes a 13-band equalizer with digital time alignment, K2 technology for improved digital sound, Sound Lift, and subwoofer level, phase, and low-pass crossover controls.
Is a parking brake connection required for this stereo?
Yes, a wired connection to the parking brake is required to access certain settings and other features on this receiver, particularly for video display.
What are the preamp output specifications for external amplifiers?
The JVC KW-M785BW provides 6-channel preamp outputs (4-volt front, rear, subwoofer) for connecting external amplifiers.
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