Alpine Electronics have launched ‘Dock ‘n’ Roll’, a package concept that combines one of two of Alpine’s Mobile Media Stations – the IVA-W205 or IVA-W505R - with the latest version of its Blackbird portable navigation system to create one integrated navigation solution.
Both the IVA-W205R and IVA-W505R are double DIN units capable of playing CD, DVD and MP3. Both units are Bluetooth enabled, offering hands-free calling which plays the caller's voice through the vehicle’s speakers.
Alpine’s portable Blackbird navigation system allows it to be easily transferred from vehicle to vehicle. Uniquely, it can be directly docked into the IVA-W205R and IVA-W505R.
The benefits of docking the Blackbird into the Mobile Media Stations include increased size in the screen display from 4” to 6.5” (IVA-W205R) or 7” (IVA-W505R), making it easier to input and see destinations. As the unit is integrated into the dashboard, it reduces glare from sunlight thus offering better visibility. In addition, as the unit is docked in the Mobile Media Station it eliminates cable clutter on the dash and is hidden from thieves. It also connects to an external GPS antenna providing a stronger signal for higher navigation accuracy.
