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4.5 stars
"Best nav unit for the price"
Pros: Just about everything
Cons: bluetooth connectivity
Summary: Cnet made a big deal about there being only one disc slot. But listening to music on cds is last century technology. I have approximately 150 cds. Even with a 10 disc cd changer, and an extra cartridge, I'm still leaving behind almost 90% of my collection. Instead, I have everything stored on an ipod, hidden in the glove box, and wired to the unit with a $29 cable. The Avic-D3 has full Ipod controls. The days of wishing I had brought a different cd with me are over.
It is true that if you want to watch a dvd, you will have to remove the navigation disc. But remember, the unit will prohibit you from watching the dvd while the car is moving. Even if there was a way to bypass this feature (there is - but that's a diffrent topic), it is illegal in all 50 states to watch a dvd while driving. If I'm not driving, I can't really imagine too many scenarios where I would want to sit in my car and watch a movie on a tiny screen. (Maybe I'll try it the next time my girlfriend drags me shopping). So use the disc slot for navigation, use your ipod for all your music, and save the dvd for when you get home.
Otherwise, this is a terrific unit for the price. I got the Avic-D3, xm satellite tuner with traffic, bluetooth adaptor, rear view camera, ipod cable, wiring harness, and a $30 xm radio gift card from Crutchfield for $1,202. (Crutchfield had a 15% off deal if you bought three Pioneer items each worth at least $50, as well as a free rear view camera - a $250 value. They also give you the wire harness and gift card for free. I believe the special lasts until March 31, 2007).
I have only two complaints. The navigation disc is a little out of date. Pioneer says they will send an updated disc for free. Second, some of the bluetooth features will not work, such as auto-connect and phone book transfer. Not sure if this is the fault of the D3, the bluetooth adaptor, or my phone.
Otherwise, this is the best navigation unit I have seen in this price range.
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