Pioneer's AVIC-Z2 navigation receiver features a 30-gigabyte hard drive that stores navigation data and up to 10 gigabytes of music ripped from your CDs. You can command this receiver through its touchscreen controls, and control important navigation functions with your voice. Playback of your DVDs and CDs gives you a complete multimedia centre that fits perfectly in a double-sized dash opening.

Smart, accurate navigation
Pioneer has updated its navigation maps to provide better representations of buildings and landmarks. A split screen with both overhead and 3D map views makes it easy to see upcoming turns, while giving you the big picture for directions down the road. And you can add a compatible tuner and subscribe to XM's NavTraffic service for continuously updated traffic information in many major metropolitan areas. The AVIC-Z2 remembers the roads you travel frequently, and over time suggests roads with which you'll be familiar and comfortable.

An included microphone lets you control many aspects of the navigation system using voice commands. Text-to-speech technology allows the AVIC-Z2 to announce most street names as you're approaching your turn, so you'll know where to turn without having to take your eyes off the road. The advanced program helps the system pronounce many tricky names correctly, instead of phonetically as some systems do.

All that, and music, too
This versatile DVD player reserves up to 10 gigabytes of the hard drive's memory to store music it rips from your standard CDs, plus the MP3 files you've burned on disc. The preloaded Gracenotes® software will even pull up and display the disc, artist, and track names for most CDs. You'll have a virtual jukebox in your dash, loaded with your favourite tunes.

You can also use the 7" screen to watch your favourite DVD videos while you're parked. Connect a rear-seat video screen and wireless headphones, and the folks in back can keep watching while you're on the road. "Tri-Zone" capability means you can listen to one source, like the radio, up front while a movie plays in back and the AVIC-Z2 continues navigating.

XM NavTraffic
Add a compatible XM NavTraffic radio and subscribe to XM's innovative NavTraffic™ service. You'll receive continuously updated traffic information in many major metropolitan areas, including traffic accident alerts, road closure info, plus the average speed of traffic on the roads along the route you're navigating. You can prepare for traffic snags well in advance, and adjust your route accordingly.

Roadside Assistance
Pioneer also offers you a Roadside Assistance package that lets you access emergency contact information by pressing a button. The screen shows your exact location, including latitude and longitude readings, so you'll be able to direct emergency personnel. You also get an offer for a year's worth of free roadside assistance service from a national auto club.

System expansion
Use Pioneer's iPod® interface adapter to play your iPod through the AVIC-Z2, and control it using the touchscreen. You can also add a CD changer or satellite radio to extend your entertainment options. If you have a Bluetooth® cell phone, the optional Bluetooth cell phone adapter lets you make and receive phone calls without taking your eyes off the road to dial.