The Latest in Navigation and HD Radio:
New to the 2010 JVC line-up of Navigation units is the KW-NT3HDT. With the integration of HD Radio and the Total Traffic HD Network, this powerful in-dash navigation unit offers some of the best navigation on the market today. Right out of the box, the stereo come with everything you need for a complete GPS navigation installation with real-time traffic updates. It features the fast SiRFstar III GPS microcontroller chip for ultra-fast GPS reception, as well as accurate positioning. The on-board flash memory eliminates the waiting time over other HDD or DVD based units. The new interface allows custom Points-of-Interest (POIs) from Google maps to be uploaded to the NT3. The on-board processor is a powerful and fast 400 MHz CPU, which provides speedy searching, and smooth screen movement. And for those that don't live in the continental United States, the map database includes Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Just like the former JVC navigation units, the NT3HDT features traffic lane guidance that tell you what lane to be in and speed alerts that will show you the speed limit of the street you are driving on. Perfect for those that travels a lot! Using the speed of the vehicle, this intelligent in-dash stereo is able to adjust the playback volume based on the vehicles speed.
Real-Time Traffic Updates for FREE:
Introducing a new way to get real-time updates to your car GPS navigation system. For the first time in a GPS navigation system, the JVC NT3HDT utilizes the HD Radio network to provide real-time traffic updates. The Total Traffic+ HD Network provides traffic updates, headline news, sports scores, weather, and more! Due to the nature of the growing HD network, this technology is user-updateable for additional data applications. All of the Total Traffic+ HD Network benefits are brought to your vehicle for free. That is the best part about this incredible new service from JVC. No more monthly service charges that can be found on some of the competitors units. Along with the HD Radio navigation benefits, the NT3HDT allow has a built-in HD Radio tuner for receiving HD radio broadcasts and multi-cast signals. With the push of a button, you will be able to "tag" your favorite HD Radio songs with the iTunes tagging feature. All of your HD Network needs, wants, and more can be found right here!
Complete Customization and Enhanced Convenience
The newest in-dash stereos feature advanced options customization and the JVC KW-NT3HDT is no exception to this. It features separate variable color illumination for the color customization of buttons and the display. The button illumination allows you to choose from over 30,000 different color combinations so you can perfectly match your cars interior lighting. If that isn't enough customization for you, then activate the custom start-up message. Simply type in what you want the NT3 to say and every time you start turn on the unit (or shut it down), the unit will speak your custom message to you! The front faceplate of the NT3HDT can be removed for safety and protection. It allows you to keep thieves from stealing your receiver, as well as lets you keep the faceplate out of the sun or other harsh environment. The built-in Bluetooth allows you to talk on the phone without any wires or headpieces. The complete integration of the compatible Bluetooth enabled phone will allow phone-book transfer, wireless audio streaming, and private mode. While your iPod or iPhone is connected, the KW-NT3HDT offers 2-way control. This means that you can control the iPod from the faceplate or from the iPod itself. For the latest in convenience and customization, the NT3HDT has you covered!
General Features:
- In-dash Double DIN AM/FM, DVD, CD, MP3, WMA player
- Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
- Built-in HD Radio Tuner allows the reception of high quality HD Radio signals for clean and clear reception with no subscription fee or additional tuner purchase required
- iPod Ready: Direct connection through USB
- Fully detachable faceplate
- 6.1" TFT-LCD Touchscreen Display
- Separated variable color and LED Backlight illumination
- Customizable start-up message greets you when the receiver starts up and shuts down
- CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
- Power Output:
- Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
- RMS: 20 watts x 4 channels
- CD Text Display
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
- Authorized Internet Dealer
- 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
- Playback of DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
- DiAS Digital Tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
- 7-Band iEQ
- Subwoofer output with level/frequency control
- Advanced multi-bit DAC
- 2-Channel Dolby Digital audio
- High- and low-pass filter
Expandability Options:
- 3 Sets of 2.5V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
- SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as purchase of either the JVC SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or JVC XM Radio Package
- iPod Ready:
- Built-in Bluetooth technology:
- Dial and receive calls without using your cell phone
- Phonebook transfer (up to 500 numbers) and phone book access
- Wireless audio streaming
- One-key switch from handsfree to cell phone handset conversation
- Built-in HD Radio tuner with iTunes Tagging for clear radio reception and no subscription fee
- Find out if the HD Radio News and traffic availability is in your area with our HD Station List
- Total Traffic+ HD Network provides real time traffic information (no subscription necessary)
- Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
- Front USB Input
- Built-in SD Card slot
- Steering wheel remote ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
- Composite video output
- Rearview camera input
Navigation Features:
- Flash memory based NAVTEQ navigation
- Full map coverage of United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and Puerto Rico
- Quick search function
- Speed alert and point-of-interest alert
- Search points-of-interest by name, vicinity, phone number, address, zip code, coordinates, previous, favorites and User P.O.I
- Voice guidance language (English, Spanish, French)
- Text-to-speech (English, Spanish, French)
- Destination memory includes 100 favorites, last 50 and 4 via points
- Fastest, shortest, avoid freeway, ferry and toll road route calculation options
- Speed limit display
- 3 Types of vehicle position icons
- Use the "Street Director Assistant" to add your own points-of-interest from Google Maps
Read more about the JVC KW-NT3HDT in our blog!
Also known as: JVC NT3, NT3HD, and the NT3HDT.
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Average Customer Rating is 4.3 out of 5 stars:
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| Value | | 4.3 |
| Features | | 4.7 |
| Design | | 4.8 |
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Unimpressed from Buffalo NY
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I bought this back in 2010. I've been quite happy with it, but the maps are VERY old. It hasn't been a big issue until recently a major highway in my area changed dramatically. The entire traffic pattern has changes and the GPS tells you to take routes that don't exist and has no idea where routes that do exist go.
It interfaces with my Blackberry just fine, but it often loses the song information when streaming audio. It will continue to say it was the song I started playing even though 10 songs have played since.
New map package is $139. Rather steep considering the $800 price tag. I regret this purchase and don't think I'd buy JVC again.
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Fritz from Dallas, Tx
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Nice integrated unit, the features are about a 3 or 4 on a scale of 1 to 5 based on buying each function by itself. Nice video system integration, great digital/hd radio solution, and love the bluetooth connectivety options, however Apple devices don't work well unless they are cable attached, probably an issue with Apples proprietary OS and APIs. However any one elses MP3 player with bluetooth appears to be controlled completely without cables.
As for nav system, I will probably continue to have to carry a real system with me. The maps have some nice functions to them, but because of someones greedy need someplace, you will have to pay $160 with tax and shipping annually to maintain accurate maps in any large city area. to pay 20% of the unit price annually to keep roads up to date is rediculous, so I will keep my Garmin in the glove box with it's lifetime quartely map updates, since I wasn't planning on putting out the expense to buy a new GPS every year which is what JVC wants you to do.
At the end of the day, it's a nice unit, but it does a really bad job of helping to incorporate your GPS function especially due to the gross margin JVC requires to maintain current maps.
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Mat W from San Ramon, CA
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I have been enjoying this JVC Navigation unit with XM Radio and backup camera options for about a month now. I had it professionally installed in my 2011 Honda Civic GX. It is light years ahead of the NAV unit in my 2006 Honda with far more capability, a better screen, and easier to navigate menus.
The ability to interface with multiple Audio/Video sources is terrific. There are some, such as video input, I haven't even used. I did attach an XM Radio using a JVC-specific adapter, along with a backup camera and sub-woofer. One feature which was almost an afterthought for me is the programmable entry/exit greeting. It's quite amusing to have your car tell you, "You look great today!" or something like that when you start the car up in the morning. My kids and I have had fun with that one.
I appreciate the settings which allow you to calibrate the unit for the various input sources so the volume level is the same when switching between say, the CD and the iPod, or between the HD Radio and the XM Radio. The controls also give the user remote control over the subwoofer, assuming it is installed using the low level RCA connector cable.
My installer was able to set up the NAV unit so it can be programmed by the passenger during transit. I did not need an accessory as I had originally thought. This also means the DVD player can be used while driving, but of course that's completely illegal and unsafe, so be careful.
The only installation problem involved the XM radio accessory. The XM Radio presets would erase each time the car was turned off. I called JVC tech support and quickly received feedback to have the installer attach the XM Radio to a power source not connected through the ignition switch. This solved the problem. So, JVC tech support was quick and helpful, at least for that simple problem.
My only nit pick is the volume control knob should be knurled or textured instead of smooth. My vehicle lacks a steering wheel mounted volume control, so I use the one on the unit face exclusively. It's just a little too slippery for my fingers.
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Rick from Castaic, CA
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Wish I had one in all my vehicles. The blue tooth to my iTunes is great.
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takenfromh2o@yahoo.com from oxnard, CA
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I really enjoy this head unit. I like the fact that the Navigation and Bluetooth are built in unlike other units with require add on's. The bluetooth works with the iPod touch and cell phones. Your whole contact list will appear on your head unit. Although the iPod when linked via bluetooth will not display your music library or track being played. Using the USB plug in will solve this though. The SIRIUS Satellite Radio is also a great feature but you have to purchase the JVC KSS-RA100 + SIRIUS SC-C1 separately in order for it to work. What sold me on this unit was the detachable face. Wouldn't wont anybody breaking in my car because they want my stereo. The dvd is also a great feature but you can't be played while driving. But this can be bypassed by grounding a wire. You can't beat Sonic Electronix prices anywhere on the web!!! Honestly I don't know how these guys stay in business.
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