TacMedic Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Hello everyone, this is my first post and I wanted to ask a question to the resident experts. I am about to purchase the AVIC Z3. I actually had it narrowed down to that or the JVC KW NX7000. Anyhow, Just a quick question, does the Pioneer show you the points of interest icons like the JVC unit does. i.e the Mcdonalds Arches or the Shell gas station sign. I attached a link that has a picture of what I am talking about. The picture is at the bottom of the page. Well thanks in advance! http://www.gpsnavreviews.com/search?q=JVC+KW-NX7000+ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CamelTowing Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Yes it does Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 Yes it does It seems sort of trivial, but I think that is awesome! You dont happen to know a link that has a screenshot of it do you, if not that is okay thank you for the reply. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
defjux921 Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 here you go... i guess i was kinda bored... and this is my least favorite view on the z3.... there's a much cooler 3d view but i wasnt about to drive to a mcdonalds for you. if you really wanted to, you could even take a picture of your favorite burger at mcdonalds, and then save your favorite mickeydeeze location to your address book and assign the picture you took to that location... then whenever your within approx 1/4 mile of that mcdonalds up pops your picture Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 here you go... i guess i was kinda bored... and this is my least favorite view on the z3.... there's a much cooler 3d view but i wasnt about to drive to a mcdonalds for you. if you really wanted to, you could even take a picture of your favorite burger at mcdonalds, and then save your favorite mickeydeeze location to your address book and assign the picture you took to that location... then whenever your within approx 1/4 mile of that mcdonalds up pops your picture Thanks Defjux! Allthough I dont like Mcdonalds that much, it was just a prominent example from the other picture. lol Thank you for taking the time to do that though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
defjux921 Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 no problem! and just to letcha kno, so far im very happy with the avicz3.. no regrets Quote Link to post Share on other sites
djmixmac Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 BTW there are also more company logo's as icons for other POI's -76, Chevron, Shell Gas Stations -Wendy's -Walmart -Best Buy and alot more. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Cool guys thanks for the input. I went ahead and ordered mine today. I ordered the Z3 and the Ipod adapter for it. It should be here next week sometime. Anyhow thanks again everyone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
garrettoomey Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 You won't be disappointed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Awesome. I am sure that if I have any issues, you guys will be able to help. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chingus Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Are you installing it yourself? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 I planned on giving it a try... Any advice?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chingus Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 What are you installing it in? I installed mine, and it slid right in to a CX-7. I found this 12x12x3/16 Black ABS at the local electronics store (not RS) that came in very handy. I was able to cut it with a router and shape it with a rasp. remember to get the wiring harrness adapter...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2008 I am going to "attempt" to install it in a 2008 Nissan Titan. I ordered the wiring harness and the dash kit, allthough I dont think I need it as I have a base model Titan and like yours it should just be able to slide right in but we will see. I have never soldered anything though so I may have to practice on some spare wiring first. I dont think I will have any problems, it may just take a little while longer than a seasoned installer would take but thats okay, gotta learn sometime plus it will save about 200 bucks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TacMedic Posted October 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Well. I installed it today. Looks good. The metra kit that I ordered with it didnt work out to well for me but I was able to use the equipment that was supplied with the Z3 and it worked out close to perfectly. I do have a slight rattle though so I need to work that out. I also installed the Ipod Control Module with it as well, allthough I placed it in the glove compartment until I can find a good spot to mount it under the dash. Anyhow thanks for the advice you guys gave me before I began the installation. Oh the install was fairly smooth considering all the components involved but if anyone plans on installing one of these, just take your time and everything will come together just right. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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