Navman Unveils New Pocket-Sized iCN 520 Portable Navigation Device
Navigation Leader Builds on Award-Winning iCN Product Line
RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 29 -- Navman, a leading designer and manufacturer of world-class Global Positioning System (GPS), communication and marine products, announced today the continued expansion of its consumer electronics and automotive personal navigation product line. The new pocket- sized and feature-packed iCN 520, an enhanced version of Navman's award- winning iCN 510, features exciting new enhancements and advanced software capabilities. With its sleek, soft-touch plastic case; new touchscreen LCD; long-lasting internal battery; complete U.S. and Canadian map data; and sub- $500 price tag, the iCN 520 offers consumers the most effective combination of portability, utility and price.
Powered by Navman's new feature-rich SmartST(TM) 2005 software, the iCN 520 offers consumers a variety of exciting new capabilities including:
* Clear Turn-by-Turn Audio Instructions: with user-selectable male and
female voices in a choice of 9 languages;
* Multiple Navigation Views: 3D map view, 2D map view, quick next-
maneuver icon view with 2D mini-map, and a text-based instruction list
that displays the next four maneuvers;
* Journey Planner: allowing users to define up to 12 preplanned stops en
route to their final destination;
* U.S. Base Map: providing details for all major interstates and
highways, as well as select primary roads;
* Improved Routing Options: providing users with an unprecedented level
of routing control including specialized options such as routing via
ferries, and a sliding preference scale for options like
quickest/shortest routes, preference for freeways and urban roads;
* My Points-of-Interest (MyPOI(TM)): enabling users to customize their
iCN 520 by defining individual POIs, or downloading and importing
third-party POI databases;
* Active My POI: user-definable alarms, notifying the approach of user-
selected points of interest;
* Nearest POI: providing quick access to a specific POI by shortest
distance (e.g. closest gas station, parking lot, emergency room, etc.);
* Latest Tele Atlas Map Data: including the latest road network data
release for the most up-to-date navigation experience.
Other standard features of the iCN 520 include address-to-address routing, a time-saving zip code search tool, the ability to pre-select areas to avoid, a handy town-to-town routing function, complete route summary, enhanced zooming functionality, automatic and manual zoom for map detail control, Back- on-Track(TM) rerouting when off-course, day and night screen modes, an extensive POI library, and a striking 3-D map display option that truly enhances the visual navigation experience.
"Last year's release of the iCN 510 marked a revolutionary shift in navigation device design," said Chris Jensen, vice president and general manager of Navman USA. "Our new iCN 520 preserves that legacy, while adding SmartST 2005's unprecedented ease of use, and enhanced GPS technology for improved accuracy while navigating."
The Navman iCN 520 features a high-resolution (320x240), 3.5-inch QVGA, touchscreen display; employs a reliable, integrated flip-up, high-performance GPS antenna; and houses a long-lasting internal Lithium-Ion battery for operating the unit without external power. The complete iCN 520 solution includes a 256MB MMC memory card preloaded with a U.S. base map; a CD-ROM containing the latest Tele Atlas street-level map data for the entire U.S. and Canada; a vehicle power adapter and mounting bracket; a stylus for quick and efficient data entry; a USB sync cable and power pack for PC connectivity; and a protective carrying case for convenient storage and travel.
Availability:
Navman's iCN 520 is currently available at electronics stores nationwide and competitively priced at U.S. $499.95. For more information on the iCN 520, Navman and its entire GPS product line, contact 866-9NAVMAN (toll-free) or visit http://www.navmanusa.com/.
About Navman:
Navman is a recognized world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology products. Established in 1988, the New Zealand based company provides a diverse range of GPS solutions across wide-ranging industries including marine, personal GPS, fleet management and OEM markets. Satellite navigation technology has been a core technology for Navman's products since inception. The company recognizes the need for applications in transportation, recreation, survey and personal information. Navman New Zealand has received a number of awards, including New Zealand's Supreme Exporter of 2002, and the 2002 HiTech Supreme Award. It is part of Brunswick New Technologies, a unit of U.S.-based Brunswick Corporation. For more information, visit http://www.navman.com/.
About Brunswick:
Headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., Brunswick Corporation endeavors to instill "Genuine Ingenuity"(TM) in all its leading consumer brands, including Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Teignbridge propellers; MotoTron electronic controls; Northstar marine electronics; Navman marine and GPS-based products; IDS dealer management systems; Sea Ray, Bayliner, Maxum, Hatteras, Meridian, Sealine, Bermuda, Ornvik, Quicksilver, Savage and Uttern pleasure boats; Baja high-performance boats; Arvor, Boston Whaler, Palmetto, Sea Boss, Sea Pro and Trophy offshore fishing boats; Crestliner, Lowe, Lund and Princecraft aluminum fishing, deck and pontoon boats; Attwood marine parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea marine parts and accessories distributor; Life Fitness, Hammer Strength and ParaBody fitness equipment; Brunswick bowling centers, equipment and consumer products; Brunswick billiards tables; and Valley-Dynamo pool, Air Hockey and foosball tables. For more information, visit http://www.brunswick.com/.
Navman, the Navman logo, SmartST and MyPOI are trademarks of Navman. All other product names are registered trademarks of their respective holders.