Product Description

Strada, the all-in-one GPS system from Panasonic, has a 7" touch panel LCD monitor that features large buttons and a simple, easy-to-navigate interface that streamlines operational steps. A customizable destination menu lets you select your three most used destination menu buttons to increase the speed of use. Massive hard disk capacity means you can see your entire route without swapping discs, even if youre crossing the US/Canadian border. This system uses NAVTEQ maps, which include updated Points of Interest (POI) and a rich collection of searchable addresses. Your vehicle's position on the map is displayed with high accuracy, thanks to the Panasonic hybrid navigation system. This computes location based on a combination of GPS and self-contained "autonomous" navigation. The autonomous system uses a gyro-sensor and a speed sensor to maintain vehicle positioning even if GPS signal reception is temporarily compromised.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #21823 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Panasonic
• Model: CN-GP50N
• Released on: 2007-11-01

Manufacturer's Description

Panasonic CN-GP50N Portable Satellite Navigation System

Available from November 2007 Panasonic announced the launch in the European market of the Strada CN-GP50N Portable Navigation System. This marks the first European product launch for Panasonic's Strada navigation systems, which have been well received in Japan and North America. The CN-GP50N goes far beyond GPS navigation, offering a comprehensive approach to in-car entertainment that encompasses the pinnacle of Panasonic's mobile audio-video technologies exemplified by Strada Picture (high picture quality technology), Strada Sound (high sound quality design) and Strada Link (multi-media networking)

Vast Coverage Across Europe New map data covers 37 European countries in total, which includes a wealth of information, including 1.7 million points of interest (POI), postal codes and much more. Famous landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate and Arc de Triomphe are shown as three-dimensional icons on the map. The database holds icons for 220 landmarks in Austria, France, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the UK

Lane Assistant / Speed Information As the driver approaches a junction where a turn is required, the display shows the correct lane in orange on the map and alerts the driver with voice guidance. When driving a route for the first time, this helps the driver prepare ahead of time, thereby avoiding last-minute lane changes. By comparing the vehicle's speed, as determined by GPS, with speed limit data for the road being travelled, the system is able to determine when the speed limit is exceeded and alert the driver with an icon display and audible warning. Note: This function can be adjusted or disabled

Bluetooth Hands-Free Calling The CN-GP50N provides hands-free operation with Bluetooth-capable mobile phones. This function offers convenience and safety, by allowing the driver to carry on a telephone conversation while leaving the mobile phone in a bag or pocket. Dialling can be performed directly by touching the large numeric keypad displayed on the screen, or numbers can be chosen from the incoming and outgoing call history display.* The Bluetooth word mark and logo are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc and any use of such marks by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. is under license

Box Contents

• PND Main Unit
• Holder Suction Mount and Dash Mounting Plate
• 2 GB SD Memory Card
• 12v/24v Car Charger
• USB Cable for PC Connection
• Back up Disc (DVD-ROM) with digital user manual in all languages
• Back-up map data
• Quick start guide
• Install quick manual

Customer Reviews

Panasonic Strada SatNav
I thought long and hard about getting a SatNav. Should I?/Shouldn't I? I mean, do I REALLY need one? What's wrong with a map book? Well nothing. I'll still hang on to the old atlas for a bit longer, just in case. But it seems like you HAVE to have a SatNav these days. They're really dropping in price now, and this one was a penny short of 200quid.

So, what's it like? Well, it looks lovely. Nice big screen, which is good. It means you can actually see whats happening. And its also got the Bluetooth function so, when connected, your phone contacts appear on screen too. I've found no problem with the phone section, yet. I'm using it in my van and the sound is OK. Yet to take or make a call on a motorway though.

Now then, can it find its way OK? Well yes, it can. There seems to be the odd quirk here & there, but then I think they all do that. New roads will not necessarily be on the system for example, so don't expect a miracle. You still have to use your brain. If you do go off track and the system gets confused, it seems to re-route ok, so no real problem.

I once borrowed a Navman SatNav for a visit to Ireland, but it lost its maps as soon as I drove out of the Rosslare dock. This one though, seems to be on the ball. Panasonic is using Navteq mapping (as do Garmin). The Navman and TomTom use TeleAtlas maps. Maybe thats the difference? I don't know. Anyway, this one works over there.

Some comments have been made about the reflective screen. True, it is a bit. But its not impossible to read as some might suggest. I'm not TOO fussed about the lack of a mains charger, but a protective case would've been nice.

OK, lets re-cap... It looks good, works well, and has bluetooth so you can go hands-free on the phone. Oh, and you can swap SD cards to view photos on it if you wish.
No down sides just yet, apart from the lack of a case.

panasonic strada sat nav
Well pleased with my Panasonic Sat Nav Strada--but why dont they include a mains battery charger?

Panasonic Strada SAT NAV
... probably not the best on market,,,but it`s worth it !full Europe map , tested for 5 weeks 24/7 driving and it was great! lane assist is wicked! bit faster than TomTom 910. great stuff! 10 stars ! buy it !