15.04.2008
AVIC-F900BT
 
Pioneer’s latest navigation and multimedia system is beautifully designed to fit in with the cars interior. The AVIC-F900BT is the perfect in-car solution operating as a navigation unit that connects and controls mobile phone for hands-free use and produces supreme sound with USB and SD connections. Its open to play multiple audio and video formats and can be linked to PCs, which, in harness with Pioneer software, enables you to create and add your own points of interest to the unit’s maps.
 
‘Pioneer sees the future of navigation as integrated into the vehicles dash. Integrated navigation will eventually become standard in all vehicles just like CD players and radios have now become. We don't take portable radios and CD players into the car, in the future the same will apply with portable GPS devices .There are many benefits associated with a combined AV and GPS system such as the AVIC-F900BT. It is easier and safer to use, connects to other gadgets and features powerful navigational guidance. Said Paul Baddeley, Product Planning Manager Pioneer Mobile Entertainment Group
  
Navigation capabilities include:
  • The pre-installation of Whereis®  mapping on the 1GB fast-response flash memory,
  • High-resolution relief mapping with elevation and 3D detailing,
  • Voice guidance
  • Text-to-Speech (TTS) functionality to provide more informative route guidance
  • Smart technologies to ensure accurate positioning in areas where GPS coverage is compromised. 
The AVIC-F900BT is a slim high-quality 5.8-inch WVGA touch screen that provides ‘second nature’ command of the extensive features list. Navigation capabilities include: the pre-installation of Whereis® Australia wide mapping on the 1GB fast-response flash memory, the display of maps in stunning high-resolution relief with elevation, voice guidance that’s available in 20 languages (as are all menus), Text-to-Speech (TTS) functionality to provide more informative route guidance. Smart technologies also ensure accurate positioning in areas where GPS coverage is compromised.
 
Building on its comprehensive navigation features, the AVIC-F900BT applies its powerful processor to deliver an extensive menu of multimedia and communications options. The built-in DVD player is always available – even while navigating – to enjoy DVDs and CDs containing Divx, MP3 and WMA content. Versatile connectivity also means you can watch compressed video such as MPEG 4 on the screen (from SD cards and USB devices), and enjoy audio and video playback from (and control of) iPods. All audio is powered with exceptional quality through Pioneer’s highly regarded 4X50W MOSFET amplifier and delivered through the vehicle’s speakers.
 
The extensive connectivity even supports an optional reversing camera to enhance parking and safeguard pedestrians. Improving journey safety is also a key feature of the system’s Parrot Bluetooth® phone management technology.
 
The handset automatically registers with the AVIC-F900BT which can store, manage and call up to 400 contacts from three different phones (maximum total 1,200 ) 
A privacy feature ensures that only the driver’s phone contacts are displayed. Calls can be made hands-free with conversations clearly relayed through your car’s speakers.
 
As well as accessing your phone contacts and enjoying custom playlists, the system can be further tailored to your requirements through a downloadable AVIC PC application.
Virtually any feature such as camping grounds, stadiums or tourist destinations can be created as points of interest (POI) or preferred destinations. The information is loaded via an SD card or USB stick. The smart easy application ensures it’s simple to create and be guided to preferred destinations. It’s also useful for businesses; mobile teams can be handed a list of site or customer visits for their day that are immediately downloaded onto the AVIC-F900BT for. Drivers can also keep track of their journey via the "Drive Report" that provides an overview of the journeys made and the number of kilometres travelled, this is a handy feature when travel expenses need to be calculated.
 
Further customisation is available through options that include altering the welcome screen, amending the colour of maps and button illumination and recording journey data.
 
The AVIC-F900BT will be available in Australia from late autumn 2008 from Pioneer dealerships. Price to be confirmed
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