In Dash Car GPS Systems
In Dash Navigation GPS Car Systems have gotten much more popular with new car manufacturers. Buying new vehicles with GPS Units already installed is common. Aftermarket manufacturers of Indash Car GPS Units have followed suit by offering a wide range of aftermarket In-Dash Car GPS Units at full price ranges and features offering.
Indash GPS Navigation Systems offer some distinct advantages over Portable Car GPS Systems. One of the most significant advantages of Indash units is the clean, uncluttered appearance of your car interior since minimal external cables and wires are visible. Most In-Dash navigation GPS Units allow for larger viewing screen sizes because of the nature of the design of the In dash GPS chassis. All of the internal electronic components can be placed dehing the viewing screen where depth is much less of a problem compared to portable GPS chassis design. Portable GPS devices most commonly are sold with 3.5-Inch and 4.3-Inch diagonal screen sizes. In-Dash Navigation devices average approximately 6-Inch to 7-Inch diagonal screen sizes. The fact that In-Dash units are mounted in dashboards means more theft protection as well. These additional features mean moderate to a higher cost vs. Portable Car GPS Units. For many consumers In-Dash Navigation Car GPS Units are the only devices they will consider using.
2010 Top Rated Car GPS Best Seller List (In Dash Units)
Chart Glossary - Regardless of the two main device types you choose, the Portable CAR GPS and In-Dash Car GPS features you must consider when making your purchase are as follows:
- Double DIN Size - This refers to the dimensional size of most in dash navigation ssytems. It is the frontal area of the In Dash Unit. It's the front panel that faces in to the car's interior and that the user interfaces with. You'll want to check your own vehicle to see if it will accept a double DIN size GPS Navigation device.
Top Rated In Dash Car GPS
Kenwood DNX5140 6.1-Inch Wide Double-DIN In-Dash Nagivation with USB/iPod Direct Control/DVD Receiver
Kenwood's Top Rated DNX5140 In Dash Car Navigation GPS is an all-around performer for your vehicle, the best selling GPS unit provides you with movies, music, and built-in Garmin GPS Navigation with maps of the United States and Canada. The DNX5140 In-Dash GPS puts intuitive control at your fingers with a 6.1-inch Active Matrix Display and easy-to-use graphical user interface. Customize the unit's front panel illumination with the new variable illumination palette and dash lighting. Custom wallpapers and backgrounds offer other personalization. The integrated navi system guides you with ease on the 6.1-inch screen. All functions are intuitively controlled by touchscreen menus, and voice guidance works over the vehicle's speaker system. that features maps of Canada, continental USA, Hawaii, and Alaska.
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Kenwood DNX7120 - Navigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio
The Kenwood DNX7120 In Dash GPS Navigation unit features sophisticated video, audio, and navigation technologies such as Dual Zone Audio Control, Satellite Radio, Bluetooth, DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player, MP3 and radio and Radio tuner. The 6.95-Inch wide touchscreen allows for one-touch access to Garmin maps of the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.The DNX7120 indash navigation system also boasts two outputs for touchscreen control of devices like garage doors, security gates, trunk release, and more.
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Pioneer AVIC-U310BT 4.3-Inch In-Dash Navigation Receiver with CD Player and Bluetooth
Pioneer's AVIC-U310BT is a fully featured In Dash navigation receiver that has a CD Player and Bluetooth for talking hands-free. It allows for the control of your iPod or iPhone directly as well. This navigation system includes a large map database, built-in Text-to-Speech to ensure an efficient driving experience. The system GPS navigation database is expandable with AVIC feeds, Pioneer's PC technology, that allows for the creation of custom trips and your own points of interest.
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Kenwood DNX5120 6.1-Inch-Wide Double-DIN In-Dash Navigation with USB/iPod Direct Control/DVD Receiver
The Kenwood DNX5120 In Dash Navigation device uses USB Direct Control for iPods or other portable music devices. Included are maps of the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico and 6 million plus Points of Interest. With a 6.1-Inch LCD touchscreen and user-programmable start-up you will enjoy the variable-color illumination of the front panel controls, and two RCA 2V outputs for system expansion. Finding your destination is easy with voice prompts, arrows, and directions. Enter and save multiple locations, find restaurants, hotels, businesses as well. You can also add a Traffic Receiver subscription through Garmin to for receiving real time traffic information and road congestion alerts.
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Pioneer AVIC-X910BT 5.8-Inch In-Dash Navigation A/V Receiver with DVD Playback and Bluetooth
Pioneer's AVIC-X910BT is an In Dash navigation receiver with DVD Player and Bluetooth. The AVIC-X series of receivers are ideal for those looking for a refined navigation experience with the latest in media and connectivity options. This indash navigation system comes with 12 million points of interest and a large map database as well. Talk hands-free with built-in Bluetooth, and control your iPod or iPhone directly. Voice control allows you to play music from your iPod and make hands-free Bluetooth phone calls just using your voice. Key features also included are DVD Video, DVD-R/RW Playback, MSN Direct built-in, 3D Hybrid Sensor for enhanced positioning and DivX video playback on CD/DVD.
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Kenwood Excelon DNX9140 In-Dash Double-Din DVD Multimedia AV Receiver (Black)
The Kenwood Excelon DNX9140 In Dash navigation receiver boasts turn-by-turn directions using an internal Garmin navigation system. It features built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling. The VGA screen features a level of detail and brightness that is superior to other models, for vibrant movie action. Additional features include a 2DIN 6.98-Inch Wide Display with Tilt Mechanism, Built-in Garmin Navigation With US, CN, PR, Alaska, and Hawaii Mapping. Built-In Bluetooth by Parrot, MSN Direct Ready (KNA-M100) / TMC Traffic Ready (GTM10), iPhone/iPod Audio Video USB Direct Control With Alphabet Search
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JVC KW-NX7000BT Double-DIN Navigation Receiver with 7-Inch Widescreen Detachable Touch-Panel Monitor, DVD/CD/USB/SD Card, iPod USB 2.0 with Bluetooth Adapter
The JVC KW-NX7000BT features a 7-inch touchscreen monitor that's motorized to get just the right angle. The unit includes a JVC KS-BTA200 Bluetooth adapter for Bluetooth Wireless, HD Radio, and SAT Radio with optional devices. This indash navigation device uses a low-reflection surface so you'll see it in the brightest sun reflections. This is a double-DIN all-in-one navigation system with a built-in RDS-TMC tuner and highly sensitive WAAS GPS. Maps included are US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Other features include Voice Guidance is in 16 languages, Text-to-Speech, 12 million POI, Lane Guide, Speed Limit Display, audio and video from your iPod, USB devices, and SD cards.
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Kenwood DNX6140 6.1-Inch Wide Double-DIN In-Dash Nagivation with Built-in Bluetooth USB/iPod Direct Control/DVD Receiver
Kenwood's DNX6140 is an all-around solution for your car. It provides movies, music, hands-free calls with onboard Bluetooth, and built-in Garmin GPS Navigation. Maps included are of the United States and Canada. Customize this device's front panel with the new variable illumination palette to match your car interior tones and dash lighting.
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Kenwood Excelon DNX8120 - Navigation system with DVD player, LCD monitor, digital player and radio
Kenwood Excelon DNX8120 offers one touch entertainment access, In-Dash gps navigation, and Bluetooth technology. A highly sophisticated indash system, this device boasts guidance by Garmin, premium NAVTEQ maps, and built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free cell phone operation and voice dialing. The DNX8120 provides superior audio quality, a 6.95-Inch touchscreen with an advanced graphical user interface as well.
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Pioneer AVIC-X710BT 5.8-Inch In-Dash Navigation A/V Receiver with CD Player and Bluetooth
The Pioneer AVIC-X710BT belongs in the series of receivers that are ideal for those looking for a refined navigation experience with the latest in media and connectivity options. This model features a CD Player and Bluetooth that allows for talking hands-free. Control your iPod or iPhone directly as well. This Model uses a built-in SD Card slot, larger monitor and is considered the next step up from the AVIC-U310BT.
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