# JVC

> Japanese international electronics corporation

**Wikidata**: [Q215901](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q215901)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JVC)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/jvc

## Summary
JVC, or the Victor Company of Japan, is a Japanese international electronics corporation established in 1927, known for its historical role in developing consumer and professional electronics, including early contributions to video and audio technology. It was a key player in the development of the VHS format and has been involved in various electronics and entertainment products. JVC is also recognized for its legacy in media technologies, including camcorders, VCRs, and early digital video formats.

## Key Facts
- Founding date: JVC was established on **September 13, 1927**.
- JVC is a Japanese multinational electronics company based in **Yokohama, Japan**.
- JVC was succeeded by **JVCKenwood** in 2008, which is the parent company of JVC.
- JVC developed the **VHS format** and other video technologies, including **Digital-S**, **HDV**, and **S-VHS**.
- JVC's innovations include the **VHS format**, **camcorders**, and **video recording systems**.
- JVC was involved in the development of **Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back**, a 1992 video game.
- JVC's **JVCKenwood** is the successor company, formed in 2008, and is a multinational electronics company with 16,277 employees as of 2008.
- JVC is also known for the **Super Star Wars** video game series and other licensed entertainment products.
- JVC has been involved in the development of **Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi** (1994), **Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures** (1994), and **Ghoul Patrol** (1994).
- JVC also developed the **Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back** (1993) and **Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi** (1994) video games.
- JVC's **JVCKenwood** is a Japanese multinational electronics company that was formed in 2008.

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