NaviGadget

VDO Dayton’s new PN 4000 and PN 6000 navigation systems includes digital TV reception as well. Presented at the IAA International Motor Show Cars, in Frankfurt, these portable navigation devices, will come with a DVB-T receiver as a standard feature - a feature that still is of no use in the U.S. But if you were in a European country that broadcasts digitally you could enjoy your favorite TV channel on a 4.3″ screen with the PN 4000, and a 5.3″ screen with the PN 6000.

The two new models belong to a family of navigation systems that includes the older VDO Dayton PN 2050 and PN 3000. Both PN 4000 and PN 6000 offer high resolution maps rendered in 2D or 3D, and have a 16:9 aspect ratio display. You can also get live traffic info if you choose to get the optional RDS/TMC traffic receiver.

Now on to the digital TV part:

…VDO Dayton has now integrated a receiver for digital TV signals alongside the navigation computer. This receiver, which is available in large areas of Europe, brings the “television of the future” into the vehicle. Due to powerful batteries and an external power supply, the PN 4000 can be operated outside the vehicle, like at camp grounds, the beach or vacation homes. Because the antennas are designed to be highly sensitive and redundant, the system ensures television reception even at speeds of up to 160 km/h allowing the back seat to become a mobile home theater on long road trips.

Not only does the dual tuner receive the television program, but it also displays screen text, television subtitles, and the electronic program listings for the next four days.

PN4000 and PN6000 also feature an SD slot through which you can bring your portable media such as videos or music. Also, an optional Bluetooth module is available, which will upgrade the device to a hands-free system for mobile phones… via

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