Published: January 09, 2012
New Pioneer Advanced Navigation Systems Keep Consumers Connected, Informed and Entertained
LAS VEGAS - (BUSINESS WIRE) - CES BOOTH #1101 – Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., the leader in
in-dash navigation technology, today unveiled the new AVIC-Z140BH and
AVIC-X940BT navigation
systems that offer drivers detailed route guidance to their
destinations while simultaneously providing entertainment, information
and connectivity with features like the HD Radio Artist Experience and
map data software now provided by NAVTEQ.
Pioneer AVIC-Z140BH (Photo: Business Wire)
Smartphone integration, a hallmark of Pioneer's previous in-dash
navigation models, has been enhanced with the addition of Pioneer's
Advanced App Mode, and for the first time, wireless app control via
Bluetooth for specific Android devices.
"Pioneer is making an unwavering commitment to bring today's consumers
the best in-car integration for practically all of their personal
devices," said Ted Cardenas, director of marketing for the car
electronics division of Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. "Consumers expect
the products they use on a daily basis to keep them entertained,
informed and up-to-date at all times; our goal is to deliver upon those
expectations while ensuring our products are specifically designed to be
easy and safe to use in the vehicle."
AVIC SYSTEMS ADVANCEMENTS
Android Device Connectivity
Pioneer's newest in-dash navigation models now support wireless app
control via the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) for select Android
devices, enabling audio playback with app display and control through
the AVIC touchscreen displays. The following apps are enabled using
these new features:
Pandora internet radio
Pandora internet radio users can enjoy their personalized listening
experience fully integrated into their dash and through the speakers in
their car. Both Pandora enabled units display the currently playing
album, artist and song text information, display current song album art
and the user interface features full control of station selection, track
info, and thumbs-up and thumbs-down feedback options through the
touchscreen of the AVIC systems.
Aha Radio
With the free Aha Radio app, Android version available Spring '12, users
can listen to the latest traffic conditions on their current or planned
road, listen to Facebook and Twitter updates, access hundreds of
podcasts and other services such as the "Hungry" and "Coffee" stations,
which deliver real-time vicinity search results and directions to
preferred restaurant categories listed on Yelp. Aha Radio offers more
than 100 content and podcast stations that can be conveniently accessed
and controlled directly on the display of the Pioneer system.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth connectivity is built-in to provide a wireless communication
and data connection to Bluetooth enabled devices. For 2012, the
Bluetooth profiles include the Hands-Free Profile (HFP) for wireless
calling and receiving; the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP),
which allows wireless audio streaming; and the Audio Video Remote
Control Profile (AVRCP) version 1.3, which provides wireless control of
devices and related metadata (if available) to be viewed directly on the
Pioneer touchscreen display.
Advanced App Mode and App Mode
Expanding upon the Pioneer AppRadio platform introduced in 2011,
Advanced App Mode combined with the Pioneer AppRadio App enables AVIC
users to view and control compatible third-party apps which currently
include MotionX-GPS DRIVE, INRIX Traffic, Rdio®, PANDORA internet
radio, DashCommand (Version 2.9.0), StreamS HiFi (Version 5.1.1) and
AUPEO! Personal Radio (Version 2.36). More AppRadio compatible apps are
under development and will be added soon, dynamically expanding the
features of AppRadio and Advanced App Mode products including the AVIC
navigation systems.
The AVIC-Z140BH and AVIC-X940BT also feature Pioneer's App Mode, which
offers access to streaming video content on a compatible iPhone 4 and
iPhone 4S from Safari, YouTube and other select apps when the vehicle is
in park and the hand brake is fully engaged.
Audio
In addition to an 8-band graphic equalizer and Advanced Sound
Retriever (ASR), a feature that enhances audio playback of
compressed audio files, new features like Auto EQ Measurement and the
Sonic Center Control have been added to both navigation units, enabling
users to precisely calibrate the sound field in the car.
HD Radio Technology
Embracing a growing trend for high quality audio broadcasts, both AVIC
systems feature HD Radio Technology (AVIC-Z140BH built-in tuner and
AVIC-Z940BT optional with GEX-P20HD), providing clear digital reception
of HD Radio broadcasts from radio stations around the country. In
addition to great audio quality, additional information such as the
artist and song title can be viewed on each model's touchscreen display.
And, with the AVIC-Z140BH, the system supports the HD Radio Artist
Experience feature, which allows the user to view album art, station
logos or other broadcast related graphics in addition to the displayed
text information (when available).
AVIC-Z140BH
In addition to a comprehensive map database from NAVTEQ, the double-DIN AVIC-Z140BH
features 4GB of flash memory for fast access of mapping information; a
7-inch WVGA touchscreen display; a 3D graphics accelerator; DVD
playback; Dual Zone capability for independent rear seat audio/video
playback; built-in Bluetooth1 for hands-free calling and
music streaming; USB connectivity2 for playback of
audio/video media stored on a flash drive, hard drive, media player
and/or smartphone; SD card slot; back-up camera input and built-in HD
Radio tuner. Additionally, the unit features enhanced voice recognition
for extra convenience while driving.
The AVIC-Z140BH offers Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network3
service (free subscription included) via the included Radio Data
Service-Traffic Message Channel (RDS-TMC) tuner to provide an
overlay of real-time traffic events and conditions on the navigation map.
AVIC-X940BT
The new double-DIN AVIC-X930BT features 4GB of flash memory for mapping
information; a 6.1-inch WVGA touchscreen display; a 3D graphics
accelerator; DVD playback; Dual Zone capability for independent rear
seat audio/video playback; built-in Bluetooth1 for hands-free
calling and music streaming; USB connectivity2 for playback
of audio/video media stored on a flash drive, hard drive, media player
and/or smartphone; micro SD card slot; back-up camera input and
connectivity for an HD Radio tuner (sold separately).
The AVIC-X940BT also offers Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network3
service as an option via the Pioneer ND-TMC10 RDS-TMC tuner
to provide an overlay of real-time traffic events and conditions on the
navigation map.
New for 2012, the X-series navigation systems feature a detachable
faceplate for added security.
The AVIC-X940BT and AVIC-Z140BH will be available in April
for suggested prices of $800 and $1200, respectively.
Pioneer's Car Electronics Division is known for offering the kind of
in-car products that make driving more enjoyable by offering high
quality audio and video, seamless connectivity and ease-of-use. Its
focus is on the development of new digital technologies including audio
video, navigation and satellite radio, while maintaining its strong
heritage in products for car audio enthusiasts and sound competitors.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif.,
and its U.S. Web address is www.pioneerelectronics.com.
Its parent company, Pioneer Corporation, is a leader in optical disc
technology and a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio,
video and computer equipment for the home, car and business markets. The
company focuses on three core business domains including home
electronics, car electronics, and Digital Network Entertainment .
NOTE: Do not use your Pioneer system if doing so will divert your
attention in any way from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always
observe safe driving rules. In some states certain operations of devices
while driving may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be
obeyed.
1Bluetooth functionality requires a compatible
Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone. Certain Bluetooth features may not be
supported by all compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the
functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices or by
certain wireless carriers. See more details about compatible
Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones at the following webpage: "http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/BluetoothCompatibility" .
2Not every USB device is compatible with a Pioneer head unit
containing an USB port. See more details at the following webpage: "http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/USBCompatibility" .
Pioneer head units containing a USB port are compatible with USB MSC
(Mass Storage Class) devices only, and are not compatible with DRM
(Digital Rights Management) contents and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
connection devices. For size and other limitations, please see Owner's
Manual. Unauthorized copying of music or other files is strictly
prohibited. Optional USB extension cable is available for use with front
USB ports.
3Total Traffic Network's Traffic solution is available for
AVIC-Z140BH (using included tuner) and AVIC-X940BH with optional
ND-TMC10 tuner. Total Traffic Network service subscription is included
free with the product. To receive Total Traffic Network Traffic solution
on your device, you must be within a Total Traffic Network coverage
area. Coverage areas are affected by reception limitations of the FM
network as well as other factors, which may affect the availability of
the unit to receive FM broadcasts. Pioneer is not responsible for the
accuracy of the Total Traffic Network content (SERVICE), and that
content (SERVICE) may not be current or available at times. Ability of
the Pioneer system to access the Total Traffic Network service is
subject to change without notice and could be affected by any of the
following (but not limited to the following): changes to the Total
Traffic Network service; or, discontinuation of the Total Traffic
Network service.
PIONEER is a registered trademark of Pioneer Corporation.
Android
is a trademark of Google, Inc.
BLUETOOTH is a registered
trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
"HD Radio" and "Artist
Experience" are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation.
iPod,
iPod touch, iPhone and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple
Inc.
NAVTEQ is a trademark in the U.S. and other countries.
DASHCOMMAND
is a trademark of Palmer Performance Engineering, Inc.
STREAMS
HIFI is a trademark of Modulation Index, LLC.
AUPEO!
Personal Radio is a trademark of AUPEO!
MotionX is a
trademark of Fullpower-MotionX in the United States and other countries.
INRIX
is a registered trademark of Inrix, Inc.
RDIO is a
registered trademark of Rdio, Inc.
PANDORA is a registered
trademark of Pandora Media, Inc.
Aha Radio is a registered
trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.
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Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
Jaed Arzadon, 310-952-2451
jaed.arzadon@pioneer-usa.com
Katherine
Manning, 310-952-2388,
katherine.manning@pioneer-usa.com
or
Formula
PR for Pioneer Electronics
Liz Murphy, 310-578-7050
murphy@formulapr.com
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