JVC KD-G310 Car CD / MP3 Player
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- MP3 / WMA Playback: MP3 Playback WMA Playback
- Anti-Theft Protection: Detachable Face Panel
- Player Type: CD
- Controlled Devices: CD Changer
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I like it!
Pros
Excellent MP3/WMA support, bright clear display, remote control
Cons
Some front panel controls a little awkward. Remote control sensitivity seems week.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
I'm happy with my JVC, I think you will be too.
I was specifically shopping for two things in a car stereo: MP3 playback, and a bright, easy to read display. My old stereo was awful to read in the sunlight, and I was sick of switching CDs constantly. This unit has met all of my expectations, and came with a remote!
I have an older Chevy truck with stock speakers, so I didn't expect perfect sound (and I didn't get it) - but the sound is much improved over the old system. I'm very happy with the sound quality.
The remote control is a nice little bonus. The layout of the buttons is easy to learn, and once you know the controls, you can use the remote by touch - without looking down at it. I'm slightly disappointed that sometimes I have to point it DIRECTLY at the stereo to get it to work. My TV remote at home isn't nearly this touchy... but maybe they've dropped the output intensity of the remote to save the life of the tiny watch battery that runs it. It is still very useful, especially in my truck where the stereo is mounted close to the center of the dash, and difficult to reach from the driver's seat.
I really like the volume knob, and prefer it to the (+) and (-) buttons I had on my old stereo. A simple difference, but one I enjoy. Some of the other buttons ARE placed a little weird, and it seems they could have been laid out in a more intuitive manner. Overall I don't feel the usability of the unit suffers, but it is a little awkward at first.
The MP3/WMA playback has been flawless, and it has been happy with every CD I have tried. It navigates multiple music folders easily.
Best Buy had a free install special when I bought the stereo, so I didn't have to mess with installation. I'm not interested in Sirius radio, so I haven't tried that part out.
I have an older Chevy truck with stock speakers, so I didn't expect perfect sound (and I didn't get it) - but the sound is much improved over the old system. I'm very happy with the sound quality.
The remote control is a nice little bonus. The layout of the buttons is easy to learn, and once you know the controls, you can use the remote by touch - without looking down at it. I'm slightly disappointed that sometimes I have to point it DIRECTLY at the stereo to get it to work. My TV remote at home isn't nearly this touchy... but maybe they've dropped the output intensity of the remote to save the life of the tiny watch battery that runs it. It is still very useful, especially in my truck where the stereo is mounted close to the center of the dash, and difficult to reach from the driver's seat.
I really like the volume knob, and prefer it to the (+) and (-) buttons I had on my old stereo. A simple difference, but one I enjoy. Some of the other buttons ARE placed a little weird, and it seems they could have been laid out in a more intuitive manner. Overall I don't feel the usability of the unit suffers, but it is a little awkward at first.
The MP3/WMA playback has been flawless, and it has been happy with every CD I have tried. It navigates multiple music folders easily.
Best Buy had a free install special when I bought the stereo, so I didn't have to mess with installation. I'm not interested in Sirius radio, so I haven't tried that part out.
