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JVC KW-M865BW Car Stereo: Wireless CarPlay, 6.8" + Alpine Speakers
6.8"63 Hz - 29 kHz
Elevate Your Car Audio with JVC and Alpine System The JVC KW-M865BW bundle offers a comprehensive upgrade to your car audio system. This package includes a JVC KW-M865BW 6.8" Bluetooth Wireless Car Play Receiver and four Alpine R-S68 6x8" speakers. The JVC receiver supports both Wireless Car Play...
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Overview
Elevate Your Car Audio with JVC and Alpine System
The JVC KW-M865BW bundle offers a comprehensive upgrade to your car audio system. This package includes a JVC KW-M865BW 6.8" Bluetooth Wireless Car Play Receiver and four Alpine R-S68 6x8" speakers. The JVC receiver supports both Wireless Car Play and Android Auto, providing seamless smartphone integration, while the Alpine speakers deliver high-quality sound with a total power of 600 Watts.
JVC KW-M865BW Receiver Features:
- Screen Size: 6.8"W VGA
- Touch Panel: Clear Resistive
- Bluetooth: Version 5.0
- Wi-Fi: Built-in
- Android Auto: via Wi-Fi or USB
- Mirroring: for Android via Wi-Fi or USB
- USB Ports: 2 (High Speed)
- Audio Features: Bass Boost, High-Pass Filter/Low-Pass Filter, 3-Way X'over, High-Resolution Audio
- Inputs: AV mini jack, Rear view camera, Front view camera, 3rd Camera
- Outputs: 3 Pairs (Front + Rear + Subwoofer)
Alpine R-S68 Speaker Features:
- Size: 6x8"
- RMS Power: 100 Watts (Per Speaker) / 200 Watts (Per Pair)
- Peak Power: 300 Watts (Per Speaker) / 600 Watts (Per Pair)
- Tweeter: 1" Silk Dome
- Woofer Surround: Santoprene Rubber
- Cone: Multi-Layer Hybrid Fiber
- Frequency Response: 63 Hz - 29 kHz
- Sensitivity: 89 dB
Key Features
Package Includes: (1) JVC KW-M865BW 2-Din 6.8" Bluetooth Wireless Car Play and Android Auto Receiver, (2) Pair Alpine R-S68 6x8" 2-Way Car Stereo Speakers Totalling 600 Watts Type-R RS68
Features of KW-M865BW: Screen Size : 6.8"W VGA Screen, Touch Panel: Clear Resistive, Monitor Touch Control, Customization GUI, Key Illumination Color: Blue, Dimmer, Multilingual Display 4, Wallpaper Capture, Live Wallpaper, Built-in Bluetooth 1 Version 5.0, Wired-Mic included, Hands Free Call HFP1.7 Wideband Speech, 2 Phones Full-Time Connection, Audio Streaming & Control A2DP, AVRCP, Supported Audio Formats: AAC / SBC, 5 BT-Audio Connection.
Voice Dialing voice recognition compatible mobile phone required, Phone Book Access Profile PBAP, Alphabetical Search for Phone Book, Auto Pairing for lphone/Android, Built-in Wi-Fi, Android Auto 2 via Wi-Fi or USB, Mirroring for Android via Wi-Fi or USB* *via USB: Need mirroring App, Android Music Playback via Bluetooth, Pandora Control Android Auto / Mirroring, iHeartRadio Control Android Auto / Mirroring, Spotify Control Android Auto / Mirroring, USB Port: x 2 (High Speed).
Bass Boost, High-Pass Filter/Low-Pass Filter, 3-Way X'over, High-Resolution Audio, K2 Technology, Space Enhancement, Sound Response, Sound Lift, Volume Link EQ, Time Alignment, Dual-Zone Function, AV Input: mini jack, Video Out: RCA, Rear view camera Input, Front view camera Input, 3rd Camera Input, Line Output Terminals: 3 Pairs (Front + Rear + Subwoofer), Pre-output Level/Impedance: 5.0V / 10k ohms, Subwoofer Output with Level/Frequency Control, Remote Control Application
Features of R-S68: Pair Alpine R-S68 6x8" 2-Way Car Stereo Speakers Totaling 600 Watts, RMS Power: 100 Watts (Per Speaker) / 200 Watts (Per Pair), Peak Power Handling: 300 Watts (Per Speaker) / 600 Watts (Per Pair), Ultra Smooth 1" Silk Dome Tweeter, Swivel Tweeter, Santoprene Rubber Woofer Surround, Multi-Layer Hybrid Fiber Cone, Large Square Wire Dual-Layer Voice Coil, High-performance Linear Drive Motor, Frequency Response: 63 Hz - 29 kHz, Sensitivity: 89 dB, Top Mount Depth: 2.56".
Specifications
Head Unit Model
JVC KW-M865BW
Screen Size
6.8"W VGA
Screen Type
Clear Resistive Touch Panel
Smartphone Integration
Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto (Wi-Fi or USB)
Bluetooth Version
5.0 (Built-in)
USB Ports
2 (High Speed)
Bluetooth Audio Formats
AAC / SBC
Speaker Model
Alpine R-S68
Speaker Size
6x8"
Speaker Type
2-Way Car Stereo
Speaker Peak Power (Per Pair)
600 Watts
Speaker RMS Power (Per Speaker)
100 Watts
Speaker Frequency Response
63 Hz - 29 kHz
Speaker Sensitivity
89 dB
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a 6.8" clear resistive touchscreen for intuitive control and customization of the GUI
- Includes both Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities for seamless smartphone integration
- Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 supports hands-free calling with wideband speech and 5 BT-audio connections
- Comes with dual USB 2.0 ports (High Speed) for versatile connectivity and media playback
- The bundle includes two pairs of Alpine R-S68 6x8" 2-Way Car Stereo Speakers, totaling 600 Watts Peak Power
👎 Cons
- Specific installation details for various vehicle models are not provided, requiring separate research or professional help
- The "Clear Resistive" touchscreen, while responsive, may not offer the same clarity or multi-touch capabilities as capacitive screens
- Optimal audio performance from the speakers may require additional amplifier upgrades not included in this bundle
- While supporting various streaming services, full functionality may depend on compatible mobile phones and apps
- Mirroring for Android via USB requires a separate mirroring app, which adds an extra step to setup
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of smartphone connectivity does the JVC KW-M865BW offer?
The JVC KW-M865BW supports both Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing for seamless integration with compatible smartphones.
What are the key features of the included Alpine R-S68 speakers?
The Alpine R-S68 speakers are 6x8" 2-way car stereo speakers with an RMS power of 100 Watts per speaker and a peak power handling of 300 Watts per speaker, featuring silk dome tweeters and multi-layer hybrid fiber cones.
Does the JVC head unit have Bluetooth capabilities?
Yes, it has built-in Bluetooth 5.0, supporting hands-free calling with wideband speech, audio streaming, and control, including a 2-phone full-time connection.
Can I connect external cameras to this car stereo?
Yes, the JVC KW-M865BW includes inputs for a rear view camera, front view camera, and a 3rd camera, offering comprehensive visibility options.
What audio adjustment features are available on the JVC KW-M865BW?
The unit offers extensive audio tuning features such as Bass Boost, High-Pass Filter/Low-Pass Filter, 3-Way X'over, High-Resolution Audio, K2 Technology, Space Enhancement, Sound Response, Sound Lift, Volume Link EQ, and Time Alignment.
Is a microphone included for hands-free calling?
Yes, a wired microphone is included in the package for hands-free calling functionality with the built-in Bluetooth.
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