Double DIN Navigation

Auto Navigation and Stereos - Pioneer, Kenwood, and JVC reviews.

Welcome to Double DIN Navigation where you can find a wide variety of Double DIN Navigation sytems, Double DIN Touch Screen, and Double DIN DVD systems by top brands! Check out the top brands of Double DIN Navigation systems now.

Double DIN Navigation

There are a number of standardization governing bodies, and the one that handles a wide range of technology field standards is the German Institute for Standardization, or DIN for short. The Institute has established over 30,000 standards, but the one that is applicable to vehicle head units is International Standard ISO 7736, and defines them as 2” high by 7” wide for a standard DIN head unit and 4” high by 7” wide for double DIN head units in the US.

Double DIN navigation units are a relatively new innovation for vehicles that just a few years ago would have required specialized equipment and training and cost tens of thousands of dollars to install. Today it just requires some general tools and a few hours to get it up and running.

JVC Double DIN Navigation

Enjoy precise navigation with built-in high sensitivity WAAS GPS, and 6.1-inch widescreen touch panel. The double-DIN front panel can be detached to prevent theft. The unit features voice guidance and Text-to-Speech in 3 languages, 6 million Points of Interest, Lane Guide, and Speed Limit Display. With the StreetDirector Assistant feature, you can search Points of Interest data on your PCs Google Maps, and easily add to the unit by way of an SD card.

Features include USB and AV-In on the front panel, iPod/iPhone connectivity, and Bluetooth Wireless Technology. The unit can also play CD’s, MP3’s, Windows Media Audio files, and DVD’s, but all of this comes with the hefty price tag of around $670.

JVC Double DIN Navigation - Detachable

This double DIN navigation system gives precise navigation with built-in RDS-TMC tuner, high sensitivity WAAS GPS, and 7-inch wide touch panel. The unit features map coverage of the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, Voice Guidance in 16 languages, Text-to-Speech, 12 million Points of Interest, Lane Guide, and Speed Limit Display. Enjoy audio and video from your iPod, USB devices, and SD cards. Experience a new style of operation with the Proximity Sensor - control keys will appear as your hand approaches.

The unit includes the JVC KS-BTA200 Bluetooth adapter for fully functional Bluetooth Wireless Technology, HD Radio, SAT Radio with optional devices and Rear-View Camera ready. The amplifier provides plenty of power to drive the speakers and consumers can easily install a second monitor in the back seat to entertain passengers. The unit currently retails for around $810.

Pioneer Double DIN Navigation

Pioneer's new AVIC-Z120BT integrates sophisticated navigation capabilities as well as new groundbreaking features, including a revolutionary 3D touch slide interface, Pioneer MusicSphere and ECO Graph.

In addition to built-in navigation capabilities, the new AVIC-Z120BT features a large motorized 7-inch WVGA hi-resolution touch screen display, a 3D graphics accelerator, DVD playback, built-in Bluetooth1 for hands-free calling and music streaming, USB connectivity for iPod/iPhone connectivity, a micro SD card slot, a back-up camera input, and is SIRIUS XM satellite and HD Radio ready. Amazon.com is selling this unit online starting at $1295, however there is a $100 rebate involved to reduce the price to just under $1200.

Kenwood Double DIN Navigation

This Kenwood product features an in-dash DVD player with built-in amp, capable of powering 4 channels at 50 watts each, a 6.1-inch LCD video screen with touch screen controls, a System Q Sound Control and System E’s+ Advanced Crossover system, with USB, auxiliary input, rear camera input, and room to expand with the addition of Bluetooth adapters and iPod controls. The unit retails starting at $396.

Conclusion

Double DIN Navigation units are a nice feature to have in any car, especially on long trips as they can serve as both navigation and entertainment if your unit can power an additional rear seat monitor. When looking at a unit it is important to consider accuracy, speed and ease of use, all of which are important to your enjoyment and to the unit’s utility.