The KDNX5000, an In-Dash Navigation Slot

The KDNX5000 is a single DIN navigation receiver that offers a whole lot of advantages to its users and these range from time efficiency to effective utilization of money. As an in-dash navigator, it offers its users with first hand info when it come s to functionality.

The screen is made of LCD monitor display that displays map and navigation information clearly enough and it measures only 3.5", making it considerably portable. Unlike other in-dash GPS navigation units, this one is single DIN, capable of being installed in a wider array of vehicles. Users won't have to worry much about incompatible dashboard configuration, obstructions, or other installation worries that generally come with double DIN or flip-out retractable single DIN receivers.

One interesting feature is the WAAS capable GPS receiver that ensures maximum coverage with incredible accuracy regardless of elevation, terrain, or angle. In addition, the GPS system is built-in to the hard drive of the receiver, ensuring quick-access navigation that is lacking in many of the other DVD-based GPS navigation devices.

There are over 13 million points of interest (POI) stored in the KD-NX5000, featuring a NAVTEQ based map database that covers all of the United States, Canada, and the US Virgin Islands. There is also a radio-based traffic receiver that is capable of displaying upcoming traffic alerts in most major metropolitan areas.

The multimedia features are excellent with the capability to many of today's popular media formats such as DivX/DivX Ultra, MPEG1 or MPEG2, MP3, and WMA. It also has some room in the hard drive for users to store media files in the hard drive. The JVC KD-NX5000 even showcases gold plated RCA outputs, which could be used to expand your existing audio system into a high-fidelity listening experience.

There are also inputs for Satellite Radio (both SIRIUS and XM) as well as expandability for most dockable iPods and Bluetooth capable devices (additional accessories required). Details about the pricing are available on their website.