We all know that the Pioneer AVIC-D3 was a great product. What could ever replace Pioneer's AVIC-D3? The feature-packed AVIC-F series in-dash navigation will certainly be this outstanding replacement and much, much more for many years to come!
Integration
Integration is a crucial element to the AVIC-F Series design, just like the old AVIC-D3. The front-panel is an entirely new look with a much more minimalistic and upgraded look. Users are given the choice of 32,768 customizable illumination colors, allowing this double DIN receiver to integrate into any dash seamlessly.
HDD Navigation
Where the AVIC-D3 failed, the AVIC-F units will triumph. The AVIC-D3's obsolete DVD-based GPS navigation system has been replaced by an all new hard drive based GPS software that holds over 12 million points of interest. No more shuffling navigation discs, no more stopping or pausing your music! Users will also experience a much smoother and faster response system while navigating since everything has already been preloaded onto the hard drive. In addition, the built-in navigation is at an "always-on" power state that is always ready to go when you are.
Bluetooth, iPod, USB, and... what more can you ask for? Oh yeah, Satellite and HD Radio!
The AVIC-F90BT, AVIC-F900BT, and the AVIC-F700BT all have built-in Bluetooth technology that allow users to make hands-free phone calls with caller ID and call status displayed on the screen. You won't have to buy any additional accessories or add-ons. It is also capable of controlling any iPod audio or video sources through its USB port that supports other media devices that contains AAC, MP3, and WMA files.
The AVIC-F units all feature an SD Card Reader, USB port and RCA audio/video auxiliary inputs. In addition, all AVIC-F series will be able to receive Sirius or XM Satellite Radio and HD Radio with additional accessories.
Conversational Voice Command
Last but not least is the unique voice control technology built-in each of the AVIC-F units. You can now control what music you want to play without even the push of a button. You could simply say "Play artist Chris Brown" and it will play all songs with that artist. In addition, you could likewise do the same for hands-free dialing. What's unique about the voice command feature is its ability to decipher pausing words or fill-in words such as "ummm, uhhh... the uhhhh..." It will still recognize names even if you say "Call uhhh Alison" If phonebook entry Alison has more than one number, the AVIC-F unit will ask "Found three numbers for Alison, which would you like to dial?" It's almost like a SCIFI movie or something from iRobot. This breakthrough feature will definitely impress you and everyone else riding in your car!
Special for the AVIC-F90BT and AVIC-F900BT
The AVIC-F90BT features the innovative built-in MSN Direct receiver which could display traffic information, movie times, weather, and much more! It is capable of receiving data for most major US cities and will display corresponding information on the screen. You'll never be late to a movie again, you'll always be able to avoid traffic jams, and you'll always know what to expect from the weather on your next road trip!
General Features:
- In-dash DVD, DivX, CD, MP3 Receiver with Built-in GPS Navigation
- iPod interface cable included for iPod controls, charging and playback
- Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
- 5.8" LCD Touchscreen display
- 32,768 Customizable illumination colors
- CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
- Power Output:
- Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
- RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels
- CD Text Display
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
- 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
- Playback of DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DivX, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, AAC, MP3, and WMA
- SuperTuner IIID with 18FM/6AM presets
- DTS and Dolby Digital encoding capable
- EEQ (3-band parametric equalizer with 5 curves)
- Intelligent and conversational voice command capable media browsing and playback controls
Expandability Options:
- 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
- SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as purchase of either the Pioneer SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or Pioneer XM Radio Package
- Note: New Pioneer models such as the AVIC-F Series are not compatible with older TERK XM Satellite Radio components
- HD Radio Ready: Pioneer GEX-P10HD HD Radio tuner required and sold separately
- Bluetooth Ready: Built-in Bluetooth technology with integrated microphone and voice command controls and dialing
- iPod interface cable included for iPod controls, charging and playback
- iPod direct connection through USB with included Pioneer CD-IU230V iPod adapter
- Compatible iPods using Direct Connection:
- iPod Video: 5th Generation
- iPod Classic
- iPod Touch
- iPod Nano: All models
- Information Connectivity: Built-in MSN Direct Tuner for traffic updates, movie times, weather, and more!
- Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-PSv1 required and sold separately
- Front-panel auxiliary input: SD Card and 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media storage and devices such as MP3 players, etc.
- Rear auxiliary input: USB and RCA Audio/Video Input
- Backup Camera Ready: Pioneer ND-BC2 standard backup camera or Pioneer ND-BC20PA backup camera with Parking Assistant are required and sold separately
- CD Changer controls
Navigation Features:
- 12 Million points of interest
- Built-in TeleAtlas map database, covering all US states, Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii
- Text-to-speech technology
- 3D Landmark icon displays
- Receives traffic information, weather forecasts, gas prices, and even movie times while navigating through MSN Direct technology
- POI creator interface (allow users to set their own POI location)
- "Always-on" Navigation with no need for navigation discs
For more info check out the
Pioneer AVIC-F90BT blog post.
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Jill from Wilmington, DE
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A decent unit, but still quite a few bugs to be worked out. Pioneer has just released a software/map update that supposedly is going to fix a lot of the lingering issues, however, because it also contains a map update (which I don't need-my unit is less than five months old), Pioneer is forcing us to spend another $60 to get this update (which should have been free and available separately from the map update). Bad business on Pioneer's part. I won't buy from them again.
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Great product!!! Installation was a breeze after spending the time reviewing the installation manual. All components working as specified. Love the voice recognition cell phone function. I would recommend this GPS and the price was Great!!
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I replaced a Valor in dash dvd/nav with this. What a difference. The boot time can be slightly annoying at times. It has features I have yet to use. The navigation product is pretty accurate and has a lot to offer.
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Good Buy- best price. does every thing perfectly
2 drawbacks.
no Spoken Street names in GPS
when using GPS directions it over rides audio
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Great idea, but horrible execution. Miserable user interface. Tons of lag when using map features, HD radio add-on is disgracefully bad (both sensitivity and UI), annoying beeps that can't be turned off.. basically everyone who gets in my car makes fun of my radio after trying to use it for 2 minutes.
I've owned a number of Pioneer products in my life, and they were all great. Not this one.
Avoid.
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