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Auto Navigation Systems use GPS technology and a map database to display the current location, find destinations, road construction and points-of-interest. Vehicle navigation systems provide visual and/or audio turn-by-turn instructions to guide the driver to the desired location.
GPS (Global Positioning System) is a navigational system designed and operated by the U. S. Department of Defense (DOD). Coded satellite signals from three or more GPS satellites are processed by your vehicle's navigation computer every second, which then calculates the vehicle's velocity and geographical location.
Live Systems are real-time (live) GPS vehicle tracking systems offer the ability to monitor and locate vehicles at any time. They can be used to monitor your teen, the elderly, construction vehicles, fleet vehicles, leased autos and company vehicles.
Passive Systems Download (passive) GPS tracking systems are most useful for businesses whose vehicles return to the company location regularly and where there is less need to know the vehicle's activity and location during the workday. They provide records of things such as the vehicle start and stops times, moving time, mileage, speed, stop lengths, and addresses.
DVD-ROM disc contains the mapping data of the entire North American sub-continent. Systems with DVD capability do not require you to change discs depending on your location.
Graphical User Interface (GUI) is an onscreen system (including menus, maps, etc.) that controls a mobile audio/video system. The user uses touch controls or cursors on the monitor to navigate through system functions and parameters.
Speed Pulse Generator Kit is used for older vehicles (mainly pre-1980s) that do not have vehicle speed sensor wires and need a special speed pulse generator kit to adapt these vehicles to accept a navigation system.
2D/3D Map Views are available on most systems in both day and night colors.
Voice Recognition lets you simply speak your request and the system recognizes several hundred voice commands.
Reality View mode will display signposts realistically in a way that will help the user navigate more easily.
Life time Traffic up-to-the-minute traffic information including weather, accidents, construction, etc.
Lane Assistant recommends the optimal lane for your route.
Zagat Survey Guide can show price ranges and customer reviews and ratings of restaurants, hotels, attractions, night life, golf courses, etc.
Bluetooth Connectivity lets you call for reservations hands free.
Auto Speed Warnings monitor and alerts when crossing speed limits.
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