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If you want a gadget that gets mixed with your car in a similar fashion the way sugar mixes in hot milk, then the Zenec ZE-MC2000 certainly stands a chance in your vehicle. The designing of this one has been done in such a way that it resembles a VW unit coming right out of a factory with a price tag attached to it.

The Zenec ZE-MC2000 gets fitted easily into the colours that dashboards get designed in. The front part of the Zenec device that has all sorts of buttons and controls connected on it also resembles a factory unit. It can be noticed that the Zenec ZE-MC2000 can be fitted into all types of cars like the Volkswagen Jetta, the Passat, Touran and Scirocco. The gizmo comes with a fly lead and a ‘Media Link Box’. The media link box contains a lot of peripheral things like the USB port, a jack plug socket measuring 3.5 mm, an AV connection and an iPod connection. The DVBT tuner option can be installed in the Zenec ZE-MC2000 by those who are really fond of other media. It has the capacity to map a lot of countries and towns where you travel. The latest 3D technology is implemented in the Zenec ZE-MC2000 which makes navigating the device is thorough pleasure.

Invest in it if technology makes you happy and it is also affordably priced. It is controlled by touch screen and is highly user friendly. You won’t face a problem in understanding the various connotations involved in it.

Travelling for long hours on the road can be boring and exhausting if there is no entertainment onboard especially if you have children accompanying you on those long trips. Families travelling with children will find the SDV685 AC a perfect entertainment system to keep children from getting bored. The SDV685AC has dual screen tablet DVD player that makes it possible to play two different movies on the screens or enjoy the same movie on both the screens. 

The built in mounting brackets make it possible to mount the DVD player anywhere inside the car. There is no need for complex installation at all and Nextbase SDV685AC can be installed quickly and easily. All that is required is to click it on and go. The dual screen has a 16:9 true colour 8.5 inch or 17.8cm TFT display with 480GB x234 pixels This enables display of movies in excellent quality. This wonderful unit is portable and you can carry it on planes using rechargeable batteries.

A USB cable helps connecting the DVD player so you can enjoy watching your favourite movies while travelling. The USB port enables PMP functions like MP3/WMA/MPEG/JPG and the built in transmitter allows users to enjoy DVD with a IR wireless headphone that can be purchased separately. The Nextbase unit comes in multiple European languages like English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. The unit also has built in speakers and a earphone jack. There is an in built anti shock system in case you need to brake suddenly. The dimensions of this sleek and elegant unit are 262 X 170X 44.1mm and it weighs 880g.

In car entertainment is taken to a new level with the IVA-W505R system from Alpine. This player can play MP3, CD, DVD, DivX audio, WMA and AAC. Graphical interface for the video head is intuitive and user can use operate any digital media in the car with the help of the convenient touch screen. The device comes with blue tooth connectivity as an option.

It is possible to dock the PMD-B200 Blackbird II navigation system that is portable with the IVA W505R 2-DIN system from Alpine. This provides for portable convenience as well as benefits of fixed navigation system. This device can connect to entertainment sources that are digital. This is possible with the help of the Ai-NET source unit.

It is possible to connect this in car entertainment device to iPod video, iPod classic, iPod touch or the iPod nano through the direct high speed USB connection. The device is also capable of controlling and playing videos from iPod video, iPod classic, iPod touch and iPod nano.

The IVA-W505R features a face plate which slides to a 90 degree angle. This reveals the Blackbird slot and the DVD/CD slot. As the blackbird is docked all the controls of the navigation system are transferred automatically to the touch screen and the Bluetooth capabilities of the Blackbird are also accessible through the Alpine IVA-W505R. This device is comprehensive and provides a complete in car entertainment solution. Your long journeys are not so boring any more. You have a host of entertainment options at your fingertips with the Alpine IVA W505R installed in your car.

Suzuki has recently announced the launch of its state-of-art in car entertainment system. This system is available as an accessory for some of the latest vehicles like the Swift, Swift Sport, SX4 and Grand Vitara models. The state of the art multimedia accessory unit is produced by Clarion. Customers can purchase the multimedia unit from any authorized Suzuki dealer across UK. The price of the unit is 1,499 pounds including VAT but installation charges are extra.

The Clarion in Car entertainment system has been manufactured exclusively for Suzuki and it guarantees drivers with a one-stop solution that will take care of all their entertainment requirements. Just like the Clarion VRX588RUSB, this Suzuki system has been fitted with a 7-inch LCD touch screen. But the Clarion Suzuki system also comes with an inbuilt 40 GB hard drive that fits neatly into the central console of any vehicle. The bespoke installation kit, which has been developed specifically for Suzuki vehicles, makes this possible.

The user-friendly touch screen interface enables users to select any feature. Some of the features included in the unit are multi route calculation with the help of the GPS satellite navigation, 24 pre selected radio stations and hands free mobile facility made possible through Bluetooth connectivity.

With the new Suzuki In-Car entertainment system in place, drivers can listen to any of their favourite music while they drive on the roads. The GPS satellite navigation feature ensures your travelling becomes hassle free. The in built Music Catcher allows you to store all your favourite songs in the system.

The JVC E1 Kameleon KD-AVX44 is an excellent car entertainment system, especially for those who love digital media. This player comes with user friendly controls and innovative features. Features include the ability to playback WMA, AAC and MP3 files from the Apple iPod or MP3 player. Another interesting feature offered by this device is the DivX and DVD playback facility. Apart from this the device comes with an A2DP Bluetooth and USB port.

Other than receivers that are pre installed, the JVC E1 Kameleon KD-AVX44 is a one of a kind device which provides a comprehensive car audio entertainment. The interface is quite simple and misleading.

Before the power is switched on, this device is just a glossy and black plastic with just four buttons. The whole JVC KD-AVX44 car radio comes alive as soon as it is switched on. Almost two thirds of the unit is lit with a colourful LCD display.

The Bluetooth transmitter and microphone is wireless, with the help of which this JVC in car entertainment system can be in sync with a phone. The phone needs to be designed for hands free calling. When the call comes in, the caller ID displays the number. The music is automatically shut off during the call duration. The quality of the call is crisp and good.

A2DP enables streaming audio from devices supporting Bluetooth. Performance of this device on the whole is extremely good as it offers a crisp and clear audio output of 50 watts through channels numbering four that are discreetly located.

Did you forget to carry your road-map? Are you lost and not able to recollect the direction? Then Trumpion TR-D05 Satellite Navigator can be of great use to you. Yes, the Satellite Navigator, Trumpion TR-D05 comes as a big surprise to navigators. It is a sat nav with various attractive features. These features are so good that they make users wonder whether it is really a navigator or a hi-tech gadget. It comes with a 7inch touch screen which enables interaction through the graphic user interface. It provides 480*234 pixel resolution. This satellite navigator includes preloaded maps of the UK and US, covering all streets in both the countries.

By typing the postal code of the place you wish to go, this car-navigator will take you to your destination. Trumpion TR-D05 navigator gives voice and visual instructions every now and then. Just like other top name GPS devices, such as the Navman S200, the Trumpion can playback MP3 files to the user’s delight. It also includes the VCD, CD, MPEG4, WMA and JPEG playback. It works with both the Logic II technology from Dolby and the Dolby digital surround systems with amplifier. The bluetooth facility enables users to make calls while driving. Mute option is an interesting feature and the remote system can be used to control the system from anywhere inside the car.

Thus this excellent Satellite Navigator ensures a safe journey and also an entertaining journey. Trumpion TR-D05 is thus a hands-free, entertaining and complete satellite navigator.

Danew has done it once again, by introducing an entry level GPS system- Danew GS130 Satellite Navigator for those who wish to only navigate! It’s basic and is very user friendly. The technology is great too.

The first thing you’d notice about it is the 35 inch touch screen which supports 65000 colours. The dimensions are 10 x 7.9 x 1.9 cm and this baby weighs only 169 grams. The Danew GS 130 sat nav uses the .Net OS and has an internal memory of 64 MB. The battery which is powered by a lithium ion can stay for as long as three hours. In-built maps of UK and France, postcode facility with which you can locate a place by entering the postal code, two and three dimensional display and voice prompts are some of the most engaging features of the GS130. The dynamic routing facility of the device helps you get back on track even when you are lost.

What is missing however the much needed information about the speed cameras. There is also no Bluetooth but the best thing is that there are MP3 and MP4 players in this device so you still can listen to your favourite songs. However, there is no denying the fact that this device is great for something in its own class. The price is extremely reasonable and therefore really hi-tech elements aren’t included. With this portable sat nav you get a car charger, a USB cable and a car mount. With a year’s warranty, you can be rest assured that this device will serve you well for far more time than that.

If you are lost in any part of the city, have no fear. Help is at your fingertips. The TR-D68 Satellite navigator from Trumpion will provide you with all the assistance you need to get you to your desired destination with ease. Equipped with a 7-ich colour TFT LCD screen, you are assured of a crystal clear display image that gives your accurate road navigation, so you can reach your destination without any hassles.

Has a convenient viewing angle for quick and easy viewing. Just mount it on the dashboard of your vehicle and allow it to help you with navigation. The front panel is detachable. The Satellite navigator TR-D68 from Trumpion is equipped wit maps and audio instructions that is sure to guide you through the city’s numerous road networks to reach your destination quickly.

50 W speakers with DTS surround digital Dolby and Dolby Pro Logic 2 technologies that provide the best voice instructions come with this satellite navigator. This mobile navigator comes with a hands free Bluetooth accessory which will allow you to attend to any important calls from your mobile while you are on the roads. With an auto mute feature that allows you to must the sound while you attend to your calls is an interesting feature.

If you want to listen to music while you make your way through the maze of roads then use the DVD payback with memory to listen to your favourite music as you maneuver the roads. In addition, this sat navigator also supports VCD/CD/MP3/MPEG4/JPEG/WMA, which puts it on par with heavy entertainers like the Pioneer AVIC-F900BT. But the TR-D68’s features don’t end there, as you also have an in built TV tuner so you can watch all your favourite programmes. Finally we shouldn’t forget the AM/FM tuner with a 30 channel capacity where you can switch on your favourite radio channels and enjoy music while you navigate through the roads.

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If you are hunting for a great audio system for your car, then the JVC KD-S100 is for you. It’s an innovative car stereo system that has a substantial beneficial impact on the acoustics quality in your car. It has got a sophisticated digital processor and features a car specific acoustic output. It supports a variety of audio playback options, including playback via its USB connection or via SD card. You can also opt for the optional MP3 Player connector and satellite radio tuner.

The built-in digital signal processor of the JVC KD-S100 is designed by the Bongiovi Acoustics. The processor uses a chip called Digital Power Station to scan and enhance the frequency response. As far as the design of the JVC KD-S100 is concerned this unit has got a sharp look, just like its sibling the JVC KD-PDR51, and is available in black lacquer and matte silver faceplate. A fluorescent blue back lighting system is also installed within the unit to make it look more impressive and usable in dark areas. The front panel has a big volume control knob and ten small buttons that can be used for browsing and selecting the tracks and for customising the sound settings. However the system’s monochrome LCD display is very simple and does not gives a stylistic look. Overall, the sound processing is good and this system is worth buying.

The latest in-car audio gadget to have come out from Bluetrek ranks is the Surface Sound Duo in-car speaker and it has been the cause of a growing debate about whether the gadget may end up revolutionising the motoring world, or if it is just a bubble that will eventually burst. The Surface Sound Duo at least seems to have done one thing right, i.e. it has managed to get the maximum attention from the discerning public, which for the record is the prerequisite for the marketing of any product. The gadget, measures a reasonable 9.5 x 18cm, consists of a flat panel speaker and a range of buttons that offers the traditional control options.

You will be surprised to know that the device features no Bluetooth itself; rather it provides you with an extra knob whereon you can connect your existing headset. Ironically, any headset won’t work as the device recognizes only Bluetrek headset and that also which is compatible with the device! The advantage of this peculiar arrangement is that it does away with the need to pair yet another device, but on the down side also limits your choices to those offered by Bluetrek. The kit is also available in a smaller form as the Bluetrek Surface Sound Compact Bluetooth car kit. Another peculiar aspect of the deck is that, the control side of it is relatively heavier than the speaker side, partly because it hosts the battery, which makes the device wobble around disconcertingly as you drive.

The controls, on the other hand, allows you to receive calls, change the volume, mute the call, redial, turn the LEDS on and off, apart from giving you three preset options. Besides, Voice-dialling feature is another notable aspect of the device.

Moreover, the device has easy charging facilities which can be done at the press of a button. The device is incorporated with a 12V charger, which is the USB adapter type, meaning that you can have the convenience and flexibility to charge it from your car or even a PC.