JVC CH-X350 12-Disc CD Changer
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- Disc Capacity: 12
- CD-R/CD-RW Playback: CD-R
- MP3 Playback: Without MP3 Playback
- Changer Type: CD
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Cha Cha Cha Changing
Pros
12 disc capability, remote control, variable mounting locations
Cons
Problems after 2-1/2 years of use
Recommended it?
No
The Bottom Line:
I feel that I did get my monies worth. Heck, I played the changer for 2-1/2 years everyday. I should have purchased the extended warranty.
My 2000 Nissan Frontier came standard with a cassette deck. Believe it or not I still play a few tapes every now and then. However, most of my collection is in CD format. I wanted the capability of playing tapes & CD's. I went to my local Best Buy and checked out several different CD Changers. After looking at various models, I decided on the JVC CH-X350 with the FM Modulator.
My factory radio did not come with cd changer controls. So I had to purchase a CD changer with a FM Modulator. The modulator is a control that changes the signal from the changer to FM radio waves. You preset your radio to a designated station and the music flows out. However, this option will only work if you have digital controls. The old turn/dial to set the station will not work.
Functions & Features
Remote Control, 12 disc capability, 9 second disc changes, variable mounting locations, Random & Repeat Play options.
Installation
I have installed radio's, speakers, amps and other various mobile audio components in the past. However, Best Buy was running a free installation special. I just pulled around back to the Best Buy install center & plopped my rear end in the cushy waiting area. Check with the sales guy at Best Buy or Circuit City. They run these specials several times a year.
Reliability
The unit work great for about 2-1/2 years of extended usage. Even with rough terrain it never skipped a beat. Then, the music stopped & R-8 popped up on the control panel. After reading the manual I learned R-8 was short for a communications error. The instructions told me to reset the unit by holding the eject button for 3 or more seconds. The unit resumed working for about twenty minutes, then the R-8 flashed again.
Warranty
JVC offers a one year factory warranty. I am in the process of sending my unit to the JVC factory service center. The repair will be an out of pocket expense.
My factory radio did not come with cd changer controls. So I had to purchase a CD changer with a FM Modulator. The modulator is a control that changes the signal from the changer to FM radio waves. You preset your radio to a designated station and the music flows out. However, this option will only work if you have digital controls. The old turn/dial to set the station will not work.
Functions & Features
Remote Control, 12 disc capability, 9 second disc changes, variable mounting locations, Random & Repeat Play options.
Installation
I have installed radio's, speakers, amps and other various mobile audio components in the past. However, Best Buy was running a free installation special. I just pulled around back to the Best Buy install center & plopped my rear end in the cushy waiting area. Check with the sales guy at Best Buy or Circuit City. They run these specials several times a year.
Reliability
The unit work great for about 2-1/2 years of extended usage. Even with rough terrain it never skipped a beat. Then, the music stopped & R-8 popped up on the control panel. After reading the manual I learned R-8 was short for a communications error. The instructions told me to reset the unit by holding the eject button for 3 or more seconds. The unit resumed working for about twenty minutes, then the R-8 flashed again.
Warranty
JVC offers a one year factory warranty. I am in the process of sending my unit to the JVC factory service center. The repair will be an out of pocket expense.
