Circuit Breaker

After spending more time with mine, it's not a bad system. I think my biggest dislike is that the display usually shows me being 200 to 300 ft behind where I actually am.

I see no reason why these units can't be "upgraded" to incorporate the functionality of a TomTom. It's just software. It's something I'd like to know. I sent Pioneer an email yesterday asking a few questions but, not surprisingly, I've gotten no response yet. I'm not criticizing the unit...I like it. The way I see it, we're simply looking to make it better.

I agree with you. The Sony UI for the GPS portion of their receiver appears to be better. It has more functionality and seems a bit more refined. Here's the thing though - Pioneer uses maps from Tele-Atlas on the Z130BT. Guess who owns Tele-Atlas? TomTom...which leaves me wondering why the UI and the maps for the navigation system on the Sony unit appears to be better. You would think they would be very close or similar. Perhaps Pioneer only uses the maps from Tele-Atlas but uses their own combination of firmware and software for the GPS. Whereas Sony uses TomTom and Kenwood uses Garmi

Hello to all - I just purchased the Z130BT to replace my Kenwood DNX-5140. I've only had the unit in the truck now for four days but here's my take on the subject. The UI for all Kenwood navigation systems are pretty much the same, with some minor differences between models. I found it to be rather boring. The graphics look outdated and I think they could use more colors. The UI on Pioneer navigation systems are excellent in my opinion and look much better than anything Kenwood has. That said, Kenwood is better when it comes to the navigation system itself and I believe that has eve