Double DIN In-dash 5.8" TFT-LCD Touchscreen Monitor with Built-in GPS Navigation, Built-in Bluetooth Hands-Free Technology, CD, MP3 Receiver, USB, SD Card and 3.5mm Aux Inputs
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 The AVIC-D3's obsolete DVD-based GPS navigation system has been replaced by an all new hard drive based GPS software that holds over 12 million points of interest.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 has 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!
General Features:
In-dash CD, MP3 Receiver with Built-in GPS Navigation
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 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 2V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
I purchased this pioneer for my 07 Grand Cherokee Limited. Functionally, it is much better than the stock stereo. Even though pioneer claims that the boot-up time is less on this model, it still takes some time getting used to a stereo having to boot-up at all, much like your home computer. But, I did find if you turn off the ipod cataloging feature, after the initial set-up, it helps a little. Also, I thought I would, but I almost never use the voice command for the stereo. That's not the stereo's fault, it works okay, it's just my preference. Be prepared, It will take some time getting used to controlling the functions on this stereo. In my opinion, Pioneer could have made the interface a bit more intuitive. Cosmetically, I feel it looks more stock (that's what I wanted) than many other brands and models available. My Grand Cherokee had the older factory navigation, the one before the my-gig units. The pioneer is a lot smaller than the factory unit, but it does fit fine with the adapter unit. Overall, I like this stereo and would recommend it to anyone considering the purchase.
June 15, 2009
Great Product!!
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Review written by Timothy from Lexington, SC
I was given this product as a gift and absolutely love it! I love using it for the handsfree phone and ipod control feature. I do find the gps to be very useful but it can take you on some strange paths than another standalone gps unit would. But it still does the job. The only thing that is really any hassle is that when your start the car it takes a minute or so for the unit to start up (much like a computer would). One of the best gifts i have ever recieved other than my car itself!
June 5, 2009
Couldn't be happier!!
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Review written by Don from Stafford, VA
The unit has worked flawlessly. It has a ton of great features, the best of which is that it's fully hackable. This allows you to add features, update the software, and tweek the system.
About the only complaint I can find is the boot up speed. The 2.0 firmware helps a little, but it still takes about 30 seconds for the music to start and about a minute for the unit to become fully functional.
May 13, 2009
Good headunit for less... but...
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Review written by Greg Mc. Neal from Brooklyn
Finally this great unit for this money, but microcontroller is so slow and touch screen is not respond imidiatly, reboot function is very slow,
preamp chipset is very cheap and fool of noice. Power off function not present and required separate swich on yellow wire (main power). Navigation setup and operation is complicate for entry level users (like my wife). Handsfree calling exceptable and working excellent. Installation requred extra noice supressors and shield protection for low voltage sound circuits.
April 16, 2009
Almost .. but not quite.
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Review written by Mike from Houston, TX
Pioneer is nearly there but not quite. Is an awesome idea, but product falls short on delivery. System will lock up very often and touch screen is useless. Usually resets first time power is removed or by rebooting system (there is no power button). Some features advertised just do not work, like the CD text. Pioneer brought out a software upgrade but it did not address the locking up problems.
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