Pioneer AVIC-S2

Description: The Pioneer AVIC-S2 is an 8-channel, automotive global positioning device.Compared to other automotive GPS receivers on the market, it is midpriced at around $265.

Pros: Provides verbal navigation instructions.WAAS-ready GPS device accepts radio signals which can help increase accuracy of positioning data to within 3 meters.USB computer interface makes it possible to add new programs and maps as well as store previous trips and data.Store trip history and map databases on a standard SD memory card.Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.System includes TeleAtlas United States and Canada.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: An automotive GPS receiver, suited for location monitoring and trip-tracking.Designed for use in land-based vehicles.Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.This unit is lightweight, weighing in at 6.3 oz.

Value: In general, this GPS receiver has good features for the money.However, device is covered by a 1 year warranty.

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• Manufacturer: Pioneer North America
• Part Number: AVIC-S2

• General

• Width 4.1 in
• Depth 0.7 in
• Height 3.5 in
• Weight 6.3 oz

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Automotive
• Receiver 8 channel
• Connectivity USB
• Voice Navigation instructions
• Antenna Built-in
• Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
• Maps Included USA, Alaska, Canada, Hawaii
• Software Included TeleAtlas United States and Canada

• Navigation

• Trip computer Avoid ferrys, Avoid U-turns, Avoid freeways, Avoid toll roads, Fast/short route

• Digital Player

• Digital Player Yes
• Supported Formats MP3

• Built-in Display

• Type TFT
• Resolution 320 x 240
• Diagonal Size 3.5 in
• Display Illumination Yes
• Color Support Color
• Display Menu Language Czech, Dutch, Greek, Danish, French, German, Polish, English, Finnish, Flemish, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Hungarian, Norwegian, Portuguese
• Features Anti-glare, Touch screen

• Battery

• Battery included qty 1
• Battery technology Lithium ion
• Mfr estimated battery life 4 hour(s)

• Miscellaneous

• Color Piano black
• GPS design features MP3 player
• Included GPS accessories USB cable, 1 GB SD Card, Carrying case, AC power adapter, Car power adapter, Automotive windshield mount

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & support type 1 year warranty

Pioneer North America

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/
• Address: 2265 E. 220th St.
  Long Beach, CA 90810, , .
• Phone: 310/952-2111