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JVC KD-AVX1 vs. Eclipse 8445

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joeyc
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Post by joeyc »

Yeah I am curious as well, I keep hearing about problems and still have not had one myself!
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The only problem I've been having with my 8454 is the CD reading problem which seems relatively common. I may end up sending it back to Eclipse just to get fixed and be done with it. (Cleaner CD and compressed air isn't helping :-\)
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i have one too now love it no problems what so ever
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solacedagony wrote:The only problem I've been having with my 8454 is the CD reading problem which seems relatively common. I may end up sending it back to Eclipse just to get fixed and be done with it. (Cleaner CD and compressed air isn't helping :-\)
Among the problems I've had so far:

1. The tracks start skipping through all by themselves. This happens with cd's, mp3's, or even listening to radio. The HU just starts to skip forward.

2. The CD's dont eject properly. I hit cd eject, the unit opens, nothing comes out, and then it closes again. I have to hit cd eject, then hit open really quick and sometimes the cd will pop out.

4. Best part is, I had the unit repaired and sent back to me and it still did all that. And now, there is static coming from my speakers unless the HU is set on advanced mode.

5. Another gripe is the display. It's not bright enough even on full brightness. If its sunny out, forget about reading anything on the display.

All in all I was very dissapointed with this unit when compared to my 5445. Soundwise of course it's better, but ergonomics and design = subpar. :sad017:
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Post by IceWaLL »

I ownded an 8445 and too had problems...

I love eclipse but the 8445 just seems REALLY buggy.

switched to the cd5000 and it is MUCH better. had it skip ONCE and that was a really scratched mp3 cd.

Eclipse good but 8445 BAD
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Post by JeremyC »

Eh old post never mind.
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Post by alteraudiousa »

I'd try and find the 8454 but if the price is good I'd still get Eclipse, better EQ (10 band parametric EQ), 3way crossover(sorry no sub out though) and the 8V preouts I do like. Also its so simple on the eyes, nothing like the new ones which are ugly.
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will the JVC be easy to bypass the safety-lock feature with the ebrake grounded or using the PAC TR-7 will be easier.
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tisk tisk, hand got slapped...

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oops. sorry :)
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