Now that you understand the diagram, here is the process for wiring the unit.
: Amplifier Remote . Used to turn on external amplifiers; limited to 200mA max. jvc kw-av50 wiring diagram
| Pin # | Wire Color | Function | Notes | |-------|------------|----------|-------| | 1 | Yellow | Battery (Constant 12V) | Connect to always-on +12V. Keeps memory, clock, presets. | | 2 | Red | Accessory (Switched 12V) | Connects to ignition. Stereo turns on/off with key. | | 3 | Orange/White | Dimmer / Illumination | Connects to vehicle’s dash light circuit. Lowers screen brightness at night. | | 4 | Blue/White | Remote Amp Turn-On | Sends 12V to external amplifiers or power antenna (only when unit is on). | | 5 | Blue | Power Antenna | For motorized antennas (extends when radio is on). Not common in modern cars. | | 6 | Black | Chassis Ground | Connect to bare metal of car chassis. Do not skip. | | 7 | Brown | Mute | Connects to hands-free kit to mute audio during calls. Optional. | | 8 | Gray | Front Right Speaker (+) | Positive terminal for right front speaker. | | 9 | Gray/Black | Front Right Speaker (-) | Negative terminal for right front speaker. | | 10 | White | Front Left Speaker (+) | Positive terminal for left front speaker. | | 11 | White/Black | Front Left Speaker (-) | Negative terminal for left front speaker. | | 12 | Purple | Rear Right Speaker (+) | Positive terminal for right rear speaker. | | 13 | Purple/Black | Rear Right Speaker (-) | Negative terminal for right rear speaker. | | 14 | Green | Rear Left Speaker (+) | Positive terminal for left rear speaker. | | 15 | Green/Black | Rear Left Speaker (-) | Negative terminal for left rear speaker. | | 16 | Not used | N/A | Pin 16 is empty in standard wiring. | Now that you understand the diagram, here is
Before you cut or splice any wires, always verify your specific unit’s label. This guide matches the specifications. | Pin # | Wire Color | Function
The JVC KW-AV50 (also known as the KW-AV50A or KW-AV50B) uses a non-standard wiring color code that, while similar to many aftermarket stereos, has specific quirks. Using the wrong diagram can lead to:
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