Head Unit Buyer's Guide - 2011 - Page 3

Pioneer brings the connected lifestyle into the car by integrating Pandora Internet radio capability in its new DEH-P8300UB CD player. With a connected iPhone, users can view and select Pandora stations stored on their Pandora account. Providing the same Pandora functionality found on a computer or smart phone, users can pause and skip tracks, bookmark songs and/or artists, and thumb up or down. The DEH-P8300UB features MP3/WMA/AAC playback, USB connectivity, signature OEL display, Radio Data Service, MOSFET 50W x 4, high-volt RCA outputs (x3), auxiliary input and optional Bluetooth.

For more visit www.pioneerelectronics.com or www.pioneerelectronics.ca

Roadview SD-1100

Roadview’s new SD-1100 has everything you need for your car in compact single-DIN unit including: CD, radio, DVD, USB and SD card. The only thing missing to complete your video system is one of their headrest monitors to watch your movies. The SD-1100 also sports a front panel auxiliary input, 50Wx4 power, sub output, two pairs of RCA line-out, electronic shock protection and detachable front panel for added security.

For more visit www.conceptbuy.com

The Ultimate CD201BT ups the ante for customers looking to connect their multimedia devices, and cell-phones to their car audio system. No longer is it necessary to burn thousands of songs to CDs in order to bring them on the road. Simply connect your multimedia player or iPod to the CD201BT and you’re set for countless hours of listening enjoyment! Features include: USB, SD with mini-USB cable as well as hands-free Bluetooth communication and music streaming. The MOSFET 40W x 4 power is complemented by preset EQs and auxiliary audio input.

For more visit www.eriksonconsumer.com

Parrot Asteroid

The Parrot ASTEROID is a progressive unit, running the Android operating system - so it operates on the same technology as your phone. Once connected with the GPS dongle (provided) and a 3G key (not provided), it enables access to services such as: Geo-location, Parrot maps and traffic information. At the same time it is still a powerful music machine playing all digital formats and internet radio. High-speed USB ports connect a 3G key, a USB key and/or the provided GPS antenna and there is one full-speed USB port dedicated to iPhone or iPod. A separate jack is used to connect an MP3 player and there is also an SD card slot. The unit features two pairs of RCA pre-amp outputs and one pair of RCAs for a subwoofer.

For more visit www.parrot.com