HIGHLIGHTS
Blaupunkt, a Germany-based infotainment and sound-system leader, launched San Diego 530 - a full-fledged in-car navigation system in India, priced at Rs. 30,990.
Blaupunkt, a german-based infotainment and sound-system leader, launched San Diego 530 – a full-fledged in-car navigation system in India, priced at Rs. 30,990. Featuring a versatile series of utility and entertainment-based abilities, Blaupunkt’s San Diego 530 is now available in the Indian market.
Blaupunkt India in association with TomTom Maps offers the latest maps of India roads along with a fully integrated digital touch screen system, consolidating the iGO Primo software. San Diego 530 propones the features includes Voice Navigation, Intelligent Quick Search (IQS), smart history tracking, parking guidance and congestion detour handling etc.
In addition, the entire system comes equipped with a powerful in-built navigation processor along with an inbuilt high-end multimedia video playback support. Featuring a powerful 4 x 45 W sound output and support for all sort of portable media tuners, San Diego 530 is formed in order to eliminate the weak signal processing problems.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Pankaj Jagwani, Director, Blaupunkt India, had this to say:
“Our aim has always been to offer innovative in car infotainment solutions that enhance the driving experience. San Diego 530 brings together the best of the entertainment and navigation and we are confident that this product will be well received in the Indian market.”
A list of the features of San Diego 530 navigation system:
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6.2” digital TFT touch screen display (800 x 480 pixels).
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WinCE6.0 OS / 256MB RAM.
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High-grade FM (RDS), AM tuner.
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DVD/VCD/CD-player.
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Built-in Bluetooth (HFP, A2DP, PBAP) w/ built-in & external hands-free microphone.
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Standard A-type front USB (Audio & Video).
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MicroSDHC slot (alternatively for Multimedia or Navigation).
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Front Audio/Video input.
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Video output.
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Rear view camera input.
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Navigation-ready via bundling with regional Navigation microSD.
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Data carrier:DVD, DVD /-R, DVD /-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-R/-RW, VCD, USB, micro-SDHC/SD.
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Playback format:MP3, WMA, MPEG, MPG, AVI, Xvid, JPEG, JPG.
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10-band parametric equalizer.
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Sound presets (Rock, Pop, Classic, Jazz).
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Loudness.
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4-channel Preamp-out (2V).
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Sub-out (variable gain, frequency).
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Max. power 4 x 45 Watts.
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Steering Wheel Remote Control (programmable).
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IR remote control included.
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Comes with a 1 year free insurance scheme for flood, fire and burglary.
Currently, Blaupunkt is serving as an infotainment partner to the world’s leading VW, Audi, Bentley, GM, Proton, Hyundai, Kia, Tata, Mahindra as well as a number of commercial vehicle providers including Fuso, Isuzu, Fendt, Lada, Claas CAT etc.
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