Auto Navigation Systems: Your Personal Navigator
In this day and age of personal assistants, personal shoppers, personal chefs, and all too personal personals it only makes sense that now we have what is jokingly (in many cases) referred to as a personal navigator. Many newer cars, particularly luxury models, are beginning to offer auto navigation systems to drivers as incentives to purchase or as part of luxury packages and upgrades. The idea of that little extra security and luxury is quite appealing to many drivers, especially those of us who could get lost in the mall parking lot if exits weren’t clearly marked.
The truth of the matter is that even if you elect not to pay the premium upgrade costs that car makers are adding to the price tag for the luxury of those devices it is quite possible to have the protection and peace of mind that auto navigation systems afford drivers on even the most meager of driving budgets. Facts are facts and getting lost costs time and money while stopping to ask for directions is a risk in and of itself. If you spend a lot of time on the road you really can’t afford not to have some sort of navigational device to assist you in getting safely and securely to your next destination.
If the fact that you can purchase these devices rather inexpensively isn’t enticing enough for you, I should add that most are quite simple to install yourself. Many of them require nothing more than the ability to stick a suction cup to your windshield and plug an adapter into a cigarette lighter. I did mention that installation was simple didn’t I? For those who would rather have a more elegant look in their automobiles you are perfectly free to pay a lot more for an in dash system and installation by professionals. You can occasionally get a good deal on installation if you purchase an auto navigation system from certain retailers.
You should keep in mind however, that in dash systems tend to cost a great deal more than those you install yourself and you can’t take them with you when you sell or trade the car. For these kinds of systems you need to consider the value to you verses the value improvement to your vehicle. Will the in dash system raise the value of your car when you are ready to trade in your car or will it make no real difference in the value of you car? If the answer to that is no, then it may be a poor decision from a financial point of view. However, if having a system that isn’t part of the dash will lower your perceived value of your automobile then it is a worthy investment. Ultimately, you are the only one that can determine whether this is worth the price and the investment.
If you decide not to go with an in dash auto navigation system you might be delighted to know that there are a world of options available to you. Not only do you have the stand-alone navigation systems that are already loaded with all the data and information necessary to operate but you may also choose software and hardware that can be added to your PDA or laptop as well as handheld navigational units that can be upgraded to operate as mapping units in addition to basic GPS units.
When all is said and done you must decide which type of auto navigation system you want for your car and your lifestyle. Decide what your actual navigation assistance needs are and choose the device and assistance that is best for your family. If you’ve ever been hopelessly and utterly lost I believe you will agree that there really is no price too great to pay in order to never experience that feeling again. I know I am perfectly willing to pay top price for my personal navigation assistant, though I will continue to search for the best possible bargain for my navigational dollar.
In this day and age of personal assistants, personal shoppers, personal chefs, and all too personal personals it only makes sense that now we have what is jokingly (in many cases) referred to as a personal navigator. Many newer cars, particularly luxury models, are beginning to offer auto navigation systems to drivers as incentives to purchase or as part of luxury packages and upgrades. The idea of that little extra security and luxury is quite appealing to many drivers, especially those of us who could get lost in the mall parking lot if exits weren’t clearly marked.
The truth of the matter is that even if you elect not to pay the premium upgrade costs that car makers are adding to the price tag for the luxury of those devices it is quite possible to have the protection and peace of mind that auto navigation systems afford drivers on even the most meager of driving budgets. Facts are facts and getting lost costs time and money while stopping to ask for directions is a risk in and of itself. If you spend a lot of time on the road you really can’t afford not to have some sort of navigational device to assist you in getting safely and securely to your next destination.
If the fact that you can purchase these devices rather inexpensively isn’t enticing enough for you, I should add that most are quite simple to install yourself. Many of them require nothing more than the ability to stick a suction cup to your windshield and plug an adapter into a cigarette lighter. I did mention that installation was simple didn’t I? For those who would rather have a more elegant look in their automobiles you are perfectly free to pay a lot more for an in dash system and installation by professionals. You can occasionally get a good deal on installation if you purchase an auto navigation system from certain retailers.
You should keep in mind however, that in dash systems tend to cost a great deal more than those you install yourself and you can’t take them with you when you sell or trade the car. For these kinds of systems you need to consider the value to you verses the value improvement to your vehicle. Will the in dash system raise the value of your car when you are ready to trade in your car or will it make no real difference in the value of you car? If the answer to that is no, then it may be a poor decision from a financial point of view. However, if having a system that isn’t part of the dash will lower your perceived value of your automobile then it is a worthy investment. Ultimately, you are the only one that can determine whether this is worth the price and the investment.
If you decide not to go with an in dash auto navigation system you might be delighted to know that there are a world of options available to you. Not only do you have the stand-alone navigation systems that are already loaded with all the data and information necessary to operate but you may also choose software and hardware that can be added to your PDA or laptop as well as handheld navigational units that can be upgraded to operate as mapping units in addition to basic GPS units.
When all is said and done you must decide which type of auto navigation system you want for your car and your lifestyle. Decide what your actual navigation assistance needs are and choose the device and assistance that is best for your family. If you’ve ever been hopelessly and utterly lost I believe you will agree that there really is no price too great to pay in order to never experience that feeling again. I know I am perfectly willing to pay top price for my personal navigation assistant, though I will continue to search for the best possible bargain for my navigational dollar.
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Categories: Car GPS System Tags: Auto, Navigation, Navigator, Personal, Systems
Stargate 7 Inch Touch Screen Car Media System and GPS Navigator
New edition of our popular C14, the Stargate 2-DIN 7 Inch Touch Screen Car Media System and GPS Navigator has all the features you love in our car audio/video multimedia players, but takes out the TV function to give you an even better factory-direct price!
The Stargate comes with a DVD+CD+VCD player, SD card slot, USB connection, iPod/iPhone connection, and GPS Navigation with Dual Zone to get you to your destination safely while still allowing you to enjoy your tunes. Wow, you will never get bored again, whether you’re on a long distance journey or just stuck in everyday traffic!
This is the car audio and video system your car has been waiting for! The Stargate comes with everything you’ll ever need from a car GPS + media system to keep you and your passengers entertained and on schedule while driving around town or across the country. With GPS navigation that lets you get to your desired destination on time and stress free, Bluetooth for safer driving when receiving and making calls, iPod/iPhone connection to enjoy your iTunes, USB connection for other MP3/MP4 players, plus additional media functions (like playing CD’s, DVD’s, CD-R’s), this unit is guaranteed to keep you and your passengers in a good mood for the long drive ahead.
Because of its 2-DIN size (100mm tall), the CVGX-C14-2GEN comes with a sweet 7 inch LCD touch screen and a simple user interface for easy access to its rich array of functions. Combining its excellent design with the latest in technology, this new car multimedia system makes a beneficial upgrade to any personal or company vehicle. Of special note is the unique “Dual Zone” GPS function which allows you to listen to music while you are viewing your GPS map. The music will be interrupted by the GPS voice prompts, but otherwise you can enjoy the radio or your CD music while the GPS map is displayed on the screen.
With an affordable wholesale price, this is the perfect item to D.I.Y. into your own car or buy for your small business. Then when you see how good it is you can re-order more for the resale market. This model is available exclusively to our customer base, only from the leader in direct wholesale electronics, Chinavasion.
At a Glance… All in one multimedia system 7 inch touchscreen The perfect upgrade for any car model, old or new GPS Navigator with dedicated SD card slot Bluetooth connectivity for safer calling on the road Plays all popular disc and digital media file types Special GPS Dual Zone mode that allows you to listen to music the GPS screen active.
Manufacturer Specifications
Primary Function: 2-DIN 7 Inch Touch Screen Car Multimedia System and GPS Navigator Discs: DVD, CD, VCD, CD-R/RW, CD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW Formats Played:
- Video Formats: AVI, DIVX, MP4
- Audio Formats: MP3, WMA
- Picture Formats: JPEG, GIF External Memory:
USB Drive: YES (max 8 GB)
TF/ MicroSD Card: YES (max 4 GB) Operation: Touch screen or remote control Display Information
- Screen: 7 Inch TFT LCD
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9, 4:3
- Resolution: 480 x 234
- Angle: 0 to 90 (motorized sliding display panel)
- Video Systems: PAL, NTSC, AUTO GPS Information:
- GUI Interface: YES – 3D type
- Touchscreen Interface: YES
- Operating Environment: CE 5.0
- Menu Languages: English, Simplified Chinese, German, French, Italian, Netherlands, Traditional Chinese (Actual voice and display language depends on GPS software package)
Audio Information:
- Max Audio Output: 60W x 4
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio (SNR): >65dB
- User adjustable EQ, Bass, Treble, Fade and Balance
Front Panel Controls:
- Power ON/OFF
- MIC
- IR
- Menu Button
- radio band switch
- decrease volume / increase volume
- mute
- angle adjust up
- angle adjust down
- reset
- panel open/close
Media Inputs:
- GPS card slot
- SD/MMC card slot
- DVD/CD disc slot
- GPS Antenna (rear)
- Mini USB input (front)
Bluetooth Functions:
- Pair with phone – then use touchscreen interface
- Dial, Answer, Stop Call
- Call history
- Volume Control
- Touchscreen Keypad
AM/FM Tuner:
- AM Frequency Range: 522~1620KHz (worldwide)
- FM Tuning Range: 87.0~108.0MHz (worldwide)
- RDS System: YES
Primary AV Cables/Wires:
- GPS Antenna IN
- Rearview Camera IN
- Aux-Video IN
- Aux-R IN
- Aux-L IN
- Video OUT x2
- RCA Audio OUT x2 (front L and R)
- RCA Audio OUT x2 (rear L and R)
- Left front speaker x2
- Right front speaker x2
- Left rear speaker x2
- Right rear speaker x2
- I-pod/I-phone Connection
- Subwoofer
Dimensions: L:162 x W:178 x H:100 (mm): Length with front panel = 181 (mm) OSD Languages: English, French, German, Portuguese, Chinese Manufacturer Ref: BE1394ABE225
Product Notes
This model is compatible with most brands of GPS software – however hardware specific software such as Garmin may not run on this unit. As the wholesaler, Chinavasion provides the GPS-enabled hardware only, not the software. Chinavasion provides no warranty or customer support regarding GPS software. Chinavasion cannot provide downloads / links / advice regarding GPS software. Any software installation you undertake should be performed or supervised by a professional. USB port is a great way to hook up your portable media player with your car entertainment center Wonder if you can really do it yourself? Check this out – Information On Installing A Car DVD Player
Package Contents
Car Multimedia Player Remote Control GPS antenna with magnetic base (3M of cable) USB Extension Cable Stylus 2GB SD Card with Evaluation Software Ipod/Iphone Cable Mounting Hardware Users Manual – English
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Does this product support the reek language? The menu system does not support Greek language. However if your GPS software comes in Greek then the GPS “Voice” and “Text” will be in Greek. Most popular GPS softwares comes in a variety of languages today. Is the magnetic base of the GPS antenna strong enough to be placed on the roof of my car? Yes, the base of the GPS antenna has a built-in ultra powerful magnet, so it can stay on day or night, rain or shine. What is the GPS software used? Is it Route 66? The GPS map software is not supplied by Chinavasion, the customer will need to install their own software.
Login for Wholesale Discount Price Written By: D.O., A.D. Photos By: L.H. Visit the website: http://www.boutic.power-heberg.com
You will find much more. Current Reviews: 2 This product was added to our catalog on Friday 31 July, 2009. Reviews for: (Stargate 7 Inch Touch Screen Car Media System and GPS Navigator) Prodotto eccezionale – spedizione rapidissima by Andrea Calzoni on 08/18/2009: Prodotto bellissimo, funziona alla perfezione, arrivato a casa in 5 giorni, prezzo ottimo. Ricomprererò sicuramente da Chinavasion. Un grazie e alla prossima. Soddisfatto al 100%.
Fantástico!!!!! by Enrique Pedreño Marín on 08/14/2009: Extremadamente rápidos y ya está funcionando a la perfección. Totalmente recomendable tanto el producto como la empresa.
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