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As with every other product, the concept and technology of satellite navigation systems are also undergoing a major in recent times. These days it is not enough for a navigation system to typically guide you through different routes, but is also expected to perform many a diverse tasks, such as entertain you and allow you to use your mobile phone hands-free. The latest navigation system to get attention on the block, the Becker Traffic Assist Z200, stands tall in these aspects and pre-loaded with street-level mapping of as many as 40 European countries. The instruction is also available in 22 different languages.

The Becker Traffic Assist Z200 has been incorporated with the contemporary 4.3-inch TFT touch-screen LCD, and there is also the provision of a full 8-digit UK postcode search. The Becker Traffic Assist Z 200 uses both 2D and 3D maps view options, and the feature is further refined by the inclusion of a split-screen as well as turn-by-turn displays with the discretion to select them individually.

Meanwhile, the presence of the Bluetooth interface makes for safe hands-free calling. When on the road, the TMC (Traffic Message Channel) module keeps warning you on traffic snarls that you might encounter on the way. You are at good hands though with the Becker T Z200, as the ‘Lane Assistant’ feature, helps you to change the route before the calamity dawns.

The device in addition, is equipped with Reality View which consists of nearly 4,000 directional signs on European motorways that are presented in a true to life manner for enhanced convenience. Moreover, the display is easy on the eye, helped to a large extent by an impressive resolution.

When it comes to satellite navigation systems, it hardly gets any better than the Becker Traffic Assist Z100 Crocodile. The diminutive device is pre-loaded with no less than 42 European countries and comes equipped with an anti-reflection 4.3-inch TFT touch-screen display that makes navigation child’s play. Moreover, the system, though primarily developed to be compatible with a car, can be used with equal ease by motor bikers and for that matter even by outdoor enthusiasts. The flexibility quotient of the device is easily comprehensible when you realize that it weatherproof as well and features an unconventional crocodile look that is sure to bring out the sporting spirit in you.

The device is also decked out with the contemporary 3D Terrain View and 3D Town View feature which allows you to prepare for on-coming driving demands. Moreover, you will be guided through the various routes by audio-visual instruction, and there is a running commentary as well that keeps you updated about street names, and the like.

The device gives you an engrossing panoramic view of the city, and you are provided with the discretion to select your preferred destination from four graphically displayed alternative. Then, you can even customise the settings, to only to permissible extents, so that are according to your liking via the Content Manager.

The 3D Terrain View is a real selling point of the Z100 Crocodile as the route you are driving through is displayed in 3D and is easy to follow. The feature onboard the Becker Traffic Assist Z 100 additionally provides prior warning of approaching ascents and descents or winding roads, so that you can put a plan or strategy in place to encounter it.

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