Replacing dead Clarion stereo with new JVC head unit and remote.

andyd

I didn't want to spend much money and didn't need a "marine" stereo or a CD player. I found the JVC KD-X350BTS with Bluetooth/SiriusXM/iOS which sounds great for $70. JVC makes a marine wired remote that controls this unit, the RM-RK62M that costs $50. The problem is the JVC remote is smaller than the Clarion and the hole in the helm, so I used my old Rinker steering wheel cap to make a base for the new remote. I was able to use the Clarion wiring and the color coding was the same. A fun little project and it's great to have the music back!

Andy

laureniac1

Sharp install!

andyd

For the price point, this JVC stereo is just amazing. Here's a demo video:


https://youtu.be/tEJgdMusQMw

cmelt2003

Still liking this head unit?

ScottK

Installed one in my 232. You can also purchase a wireless remote that works also. 

andyd

Still loving the JVC head unit. I've taking the boat out in some heavier seas resulting in a good pounding to no ill effect. AM reception is a bit weak, but I mostly listen to Sirius/XM through the AUX input.

Andy