Clarion MAP690 Satellite Navigation System
January 16, 2010
Clarion is a silent winner in the satellite navigation market. Better known as an in-vehicle equipment makers, their accomplishments in satellite navigation products are not prominently known, yet are successful in this territory. They offer a wide array of GPS navigation systems, both portable as well as in-built navigation systems. Clarion MAP690 is one among them. It is a portable navigation device that comes with navigation as well as communication and entertainment features.
Clarion MAP690 Portable Navigation System has a 4.3 inches LCD display. This display is non-reflective and offers a clear-view even under heavy sunlight. This GPS system comes equipped with a SiRF III, 20 channel GPS receiver and a 400 MHz CPU. Thus, it can receive GPS signals faster and cause no delay in initiating the journey. There is an in-built RDS-TMC tuner for traffic information. Other technical features include a 2GB flash memory, an SD card slot that can accommodate up to 8GB memory card and a Lithium ion battery.
Clarion MAP690 Navigation comes pre-loaded with the maps of Eastern Europe. Its Tele Atlas maps provide a wide coverage, including the cross border routings in Eastern Europe and major road networks of Western Europe. The maps, landmarks and terrains can be viewed in 3D perspective. This offers a realistic view of the places and it is easy for the user to recognize the places. The destination search is enabled through the input of postal codes of the places.
Even though the street names are displayed on the screen, the voice guidance will speak out the actual name and the direction. This allows the user to concentrate more on the road, than on the sat nav. The voice guidance can be set to be delivered in any of the 38 languages provided. The lane guidance and the realistic sign posts are the other assets with this Clarion GPS System. There is a rich Points-of-interests database loaded into this Clarion MAP690 that aids the user to navigate to the nearest place of interest such as hotels, restaurants, ATMs and so on. The speed limit informer of Clarion MAP690 notifies the user about the speed he drives. It is speed camera compatible as well.
When glanced through the entertainment features of Clarion MAP690 navigation system, you can see a movie player that can play back popular file formats, a music player that can play back MP3 or WMA files and a photo browser. Any images, cinemas or songs can be loaded on to an SD card or connected to the GPS unit via a mini-USB. Furthermore, Clarion MAP690 sat nav is bluetooth enabled and you can make calls by just touching the contact number on the phone book screen. Text messages can be also downloaded to this GPS system.
Overall, Clarion MAP690 Bluetooth GPS Navigation System is for those who search some entertainment aspects along with the navigation feature, while on the move. It is a reasonably priced sat nav as well.
Clarion MAP790 GPS Navigation System
December 29, 2009
MAP790 Satellite Navigation System is another fine launch from Clarion that is designed, highlighting three major features including navigation, entertainment and communication. It employs a high definition 4.3 inches LCD display for crisp and clear view. The display is anti-reflective, hence offers a clear view even in heavy sunlight.
Clarion MAP790 Portable GPS Navigation System is equipped with a SiRF III GPS Module with 20 channel GPS receiver. This enables it to receive GPS signals faster marking no delay in starting the journey. The 400MHz CPU of this satellite navigation system too supports this and all the applications integrated in it could be gained access faster. This GPS system comes with an in-built TMC Tuner for real-time traffic information. This TMC service is offered for free of cost.
Clarion MAP790 sat nav has attractive navigation features that can offer you with a hassle free journey. The maps could be viewed in 3D perspective making the locations easily identifiable. The road signs featured in it are exact replica of the real road signs. There is a lane indicator that tells the user the accurate turns. Most of the instructions such as street and city names are delivered via voice. This enables you to concentrate more on the road than on the system. The voice guidance is available in 38 languages. The destination search is enabled via the input of postal code.
A rich Points-of-interest database is included in Clarion MAP790 Car GPS System. A simple click of the POI icon can let you explore and move to the places of interest including hotels, theatres and more. It also saves you from hidden speed cameras on the road. Moreover, this GPS Nav warns you about the speed limit once you cross the legal speed limit. This sat nav has 2GB flash memory. It also has an expansion slot for SD card, with which you can extend the memory up to 8GB.
Clarion MAP790 Sat Nav comes with some entertainment features as well. You can watch movies, listen to music or create your own photo album and share it with friends wherever you go. There is a mini USB port for transfer of files in it. Besides, the bluetooth functionality enables you to make calls hands free. A touch on the contact number stored in its phone book can connect you to that person. Of more interest, you can read messages from Clarion MAP790. With all these features, Clarion MAP790 Sat Nav can serve you the best while on the wheel.
Clarion MAP 670 GPS Navigation System
December 22, 2009
Clarion’s know-how in navigation sector is evident in MAP 670 GPS Navigation System. This is a fully portable satellite navigation system and is easy to transfer it from car to car. With a dimension of 130mm width, 90mm height and 20mm depth, it is an ultra-slim gadget and comfortable to carry around.
Clarion MAP 670 Car GPS is equipped with a 4.3 inches touch control wide-screen display. This display provides a brilliant view of images and routes. Besides, the anti-reflective feature makes it usable under any lighting condition. The maps loaded in it are that of UK and Ireland. Major roads of Europe are included as well. The user can choose between the 2D or 3D view of the map depending on his convenience. There is an auto-zoom function that enables the user to have a closer look of the routes. The destination search is by the entry of UK’s postal code.
The processor employed in Clarion MAP 670 Portable GPS Navigation System is that of 400MHz, which facilitates faster route calculation. There is a built-in TMC traffic congestion receiver in it to alert the user about the traffic situations of the place. But this requires a license subscription for UK use. The bluetooth wireless technology with built-in microphone allows the user to make calls handsfree.
Furthermore, Clarion MAP 670 comes with MP3 player for the entertainment purpose. There is a built-in loudspeaker for this sat nav that provides crisp and clear voice output. The users can even make use of the headphone socket for a personal listening experience. This GPS system will display the ID track, the artist and the album name while playing the track. There is a provision to exhibit digital photos as well.
The addition of more maps, TMC enhancement packs, MP3 files and digital picture loading to this Clarion sat nav could be done via the SD card reader. For the connectivity with other devices, a USB port is enabled in the device. It has a rechargeable battery, which extends for a time of 4.5 hours on a single charge. The battery charging is also enabled via the USB port.
Clarion NZ409 Car Navigator
October 9, 2009
With the Clarion NZ409 Car Navigator, a user will be able to enjoy seamless multimedia functionalities as well as accurate route guidance. The unit is capable of providing in-dash entertainment, and DVD playback. It features a 7-inch motorised touch screen display for viewing navigational details, videos, etc. with a tap of the finger. This satnav unit can also be used to connect an iPod to play favourite music tracks. The device can thus be used to get to your destination quickly and safely. In case the user is stuck in traffic or is waiting for someone the time can be whiled away by watching DVDs and videos.
Clarion NZ409 In-Car GPS System announces the names of streets and road as they appear on the screen providing the driver with better flexibility to drive safely. Along with the on-screen routing information, the device is capable of providing regular turn-by-turn voice directions. This allows the user to concentrate on the road better. It has an in-built 2GB of flash memory that provides map coverage for all the 50 states in US and Canada. Also about 12 million points of interests are included. Maps can be viewed in both 2D and 3D formats. The device comes equipped with a Bluetooth module that provided users the facility of making hands-free calls.
Clarion NZ409 Integrated Car Navigator allows users to playback their CDs, DVDs. It supports most of the commonly used music and video formats. An internal amplifier gives a Dolby feel in your vehicle. A socket has been provided for connecting a rear-view camera to assist drivers while reversing.
Clarion NX409 Satellite Navigator
September 27, 2009
With the Clarion NX409, a user can put a multimedia station into the vehicle’s double-sized opening. Along with giving DVD playback and a host of other advanced functionalities, the unit also provides accurate GPS guidance. It sports a large 6.5-inch touch screen display allows the user to control and operate the in-dash entertainment system by a tap of the finger. Use the Clarion NX409 Integrated Satellite Navigator to get safely and quickly to your destination and then watch some DVDs when stuck in traffic or are waiting for someone. By fitting a video screen at the back of the vehicle, the rear passengers can watch DVDs and videos while you drive.
Clarion NX409 Satellite Navigator announces the street names via the text-to-speech functionality as one approaches them preventing the need to keep looking into the screen for directions. Along with on-screen route guidance, the device can provide timely and regular voice directions allowing the user to drive safely by concentrating on the road better. About 12 million points of interests are provided for maximum flexibility. It is built-in with a 2GB flash memory or map storage where maps of US (all 50 states) and Canada are preloaded into the system. The maps and routes are displayed in 2D and 3D formats. It is equipped with a Bluetooth module that allows users to make hands-free calls while driving. Also with the help of the Bluetooth module the user can transfer information between similar devices over a short range.
The Clarion NX409 2-DIN Navigation System offers to playback the CDs and DVDs and supports most of the commonly used file formats. It consists of an internal amplifier that brings out a authoritative effect to the audio. The iPod can be connected to the rear USB slot and played via the system’s speakers. A handy remote is also provided with this built-in satnav unit for additional user convenience.
