Pioneer unveils new multimedia navigation system
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc has launched the AVIC-Z110BT, its flagship in-dash navigation system for cars.
The gadget allows consumers to simultaneously access mapping and route guidance information, enjoy various forms of audio and video entertainment, control an Apple iPod/iPhone and a Bluetooth enabled cell phone with natural voice commands and receive updated traffic, weather and local event information via an optional MSN Direct tuner.
The navigation system features a large motorized 7-inch touch panel display, CD/DVD Video playback, built-in Bluetooth and a customizable touch screen interface for quick access to frequently used features.
Marketing Director for the mobile business group of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., Ted Cardenas says, Today's consumers demand more out of their personal electronics and the AVIC-Z110BT provides unparalleled performance across all aspects of mobile entertainment and convenience for any driver....
It is an advanced, simple and easy-to-use device designed to provide the latest in-vehicle entertainment, information and communications,... asserts Cardenas.
The AVIC-Z110BT offers new navigation features including a Drive Report, Highway Sign Board Guidance and MSN Direct information. With an extremely fast processor and 4GB of on-board flash memory, the system delivers detailed mapping and route guidance. The system utilizes a comprehensive Tele Atlas map database which includes more than 12 million points of interest (POI) organized in more than 150 categories.
The navigation system is also packed with a variety of convenient features for quick access to information and entertainment functions. The customizable home screen menu, advanced voice recognition, text-to-speech voice guidance, touch screen and Bluetooth all greatly enhance control, assistance, and safety elements of the system, ultimately helping drivers to drive while at the same time entertaining passengers through the system's audio and video capabilities.
It is also equipped with Parrot Bluetooth, enabling hands-free cellular phone operation with the car's speakers and the supplied microphone. The system pairs with up to five compatible Bluetooth-enabled cellular phones and can hold an entire phone book for voice activated phone calls, caller ID and hands-free operation.
In addition, with compatible devices, the Bluetooth feature allows audio streaming to transmit music wirelessly and control Bluetooth-enabled portable audio players using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile and the Audio/Video Remote Control Profile.
The AVIC-Z110BT can be integrated into a large number of vehicles with a 2-DIN dash opening. The systems offers other benefits including Supertuner IIID, Radio Data System (RDS), dual AV inputs, 4-Volt preamp outputs (X3), attachment capability to optional XM, SIRIUS Satellite and HD Radio tuners, and customizable illumination. With a range of 32,768 customizable illumination colors available, users can match the factory look of virtually any car's interior.
The device which comes with a price tag of $1,600 is scheduled to arrive at retailers in July 2009.
