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Get there with time to spare. The large, 4.8" touch-panel widescreen display of the nav-u portable navigation system offers an intuitive color display and real-time traffic reports (subscription required for traffic reports).

Get lost often? Stuck in traffic? The 4.8" nav-u portable satellite navigation features pre-loaded maps of the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico so you'll find your way home without a hassle. When traffic gets in your way, the Traffic Messaging Channel1 can be accessed through your radio reception for up-to-date conditions and easy avoidance. A unique Gesture Command feature is also included, letting you enter commonly used commands like "Take me home" with a simple finger gesture instead of paging through numerous menus.

4.8" Wide and Slim Display

Dual view - 3D Junction Guide
Dual View capability displays dynamic route information, in addition to the conventional map view, to provide an even clearer view of what?s around the bend or in a highway merge scenario, which Junction to take.

Pre-Loaded Maps and Content
The NV-U83T comes pre-loaded with Map Content covering the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Enjoy powerful, portable navigation out of the box!

Bluetooth Handsfree Communication
Using integrated Bluetooth wireless technology, focus on the road ahead instead of your phone. By pairing your Bluetooth-enabled phone to your Nav-U portable satellite navigation system you can make and receive calls on the go.

Position Plus
Even if GPS signals are temporarily interrupted, such as when driving in a tunnel, the Nav-U NV-U83T will keep you on-track. Position Plus uses multiple sensors to monitor your position relative to the map, so you can continue without worry of losing your way.

TTS (Text To Speech)
TTS (Text to Speech) also eliminates second-guessing when making a turn; the device utilizes spoken commands ensuring you are able to follow the directions by street names.

Gesture Command
With a touch-screen comes control via simple, on-screen finger movements. Commonly used commands such as ?take me home? may be accessed by gesturing an inverted ?V? on the screen versus paging through numerous menu screens.

RDS-TMC Traffic Messaging Channel
Step away from standard GPS mapping and towards a more complete navigation solution. Real Time Traffic Information radio reception allows the NV-U83T to constantly monitor relevant traffic conditions and automatically re-route you around trouble spots!**

Super Suction Cup Mount
Using the Sony-unique Super Suction Cup, mounting a Nav-U portable satellite navigation system to either the dashboard, console, or windshield in virtually any vehicle is quick and easy. Stable and secure while driving, the Nav-U portable satellite navigation system can be easily removed whenever you want to take it with you.

** Subscription for traffic information is required and sold separately. Coverage and availability of information not guaranteed in all areas. Internet access required for activation. 90-day free trial with purchase.

Specification	Description
Model	658E3474, NV-U83T, NVU83T
UPC	027242728523
2D/3D view	Yes
Antenna	Integrated
Auto routing/rerouting	Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Battery Average Run Time	2
Battery Average Run Time UOM	HOURS
Battery Type	Product
Benefits	4.8" wide touchscreen display delivers a full-color graphical interface that is easy to useDual View capability displays dynamic rout
Cables Included	USB cable
Capacity UOM	mAh
Color support	Yes
Country Of Origin	Japan
Description Header	Get there with time to spare.
Display Catalog Number	20-245
Display size (diagonal)	4.8 inches
End Product Indicator	Yes
Expandable Memory	Memory Stick PRO Duo slot
External antenna connection	Yes
GPS type	Car
Hands-free calling capability	Yes
Included in the Box	NV-U83T nav-u™ GPSTMC car cradleTMC antennaXA-DC3 vehicle battery adapterUSB cableApplicatio
Inputs	1 x (DC input jack), 1 x (USB jack), 1 x (External aerial jack), 1 x (TMC aerial jack)
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	12
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	12
MAP Price	0.0
Maps	United States, Canada and Puerto Rico
Menu navigation	Touchscreen
Model	NV-U83T
Mounting options	Windshield, console or dashboard
New Date	Wed Aug 20 00:00:00 CDT 2008
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Other features	Text to speech, RDS-TMC capable, Gesture Command feature, dual-view 3D junction guide
Outputs	1 x (USB jack)
Power Device	Vehicle adapter, USB cable
Product Depth	3.4
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Disclaimer	*Subscription for traffic information is required and sold separately. Coverage and availability of information not guaranteed in all areas. Internet
Product Height	4.2
Product Type	Car
Product Weight	8.8
Product Weight UOM	ounces
Product Width	4.8
Rechargeable	Yes
Resolution	480x272
Supported Languages	English
Touchscreen	Yes
Traffic/Weather	Yes
Type	LCD
Updatable Maps	Yes
Uploadable Maps	Memory Stick PRO Duo
Voice Guidance	Yes

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Tried them all - Sony the best!

"I daily go to unfamiliar towns throughout New England. I demand most for my $. I must have traffic reports to avoid delays. I must be able to give clients an accurate time of arrival. Tried Garmin & Magellan however they either had expensive traffic report options or required cell phone to get reports only to find their bluetooth didn't sync with my LG popular phone. Tried Navigon 7100 for 9 months, I tried hard..." Read Full Review »

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"I'm using 3-year-old Garmin iQue3600 and looking for a newer GPS unit. Accidentally I ordered Sony NV-U83T and just received it 2 days ago. Unfortunately the unit is far below my expectation. First of all, the menu arrange is not reasonable. When you press the Menu botton, you can see several icons (tabs) at bottom, which are compass, cabinet, briefcase, and return. In campass, the choices are Enter Address, Fi..." Read Full Review »

Mar 27, 2008 by Edward GPS guru

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Sep 20 2008

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Tried them all - Sony the best!

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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★☆☆☆☆

1.0

"I'm using 3-year-old Garmin iQue3600 and looking for a newer GPS unit. Accidentally I ordered Sony NV-U83T and just received it 2 days ago. Unfortunately the unit is far below my expectation.

First of all, the menu arrange is not reasonable. When you press the Menu botton, you can see several ico …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Sony NV-U83T 4.8'' Portable Navigation System Review

SONY blows Garmin away...

★★★★★

5.0

"Squint at a your tiny Garmin GPS if you want, but I won't...

'cause my SONY NV-U83T has an almost 5" screen. Works great.

Much better mapping than TOM TOM. GPS engine is fast, and

when satellites are temporarily hard to see, navigation continues

with a doppler/inertial-like, gyro-based techn …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Aug 31 2008

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Very nice shell!

★★★☆☆

3.0

"I was almost ready to agree with "Edward GPS guru" but then I remembered R.T.F.M. joke... I had bought this a unit a week ago in [...], NJ. My definition of a perfect navigation system:- Allows many ways to find the destination and actually finds it!- Calculates the most efficient directions taking …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Mar 25 2008

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2.0

"My wife and I just returned from a 3,100 mile driving vacation from Ohio to Georgia and Florida and back to Ohio.

Before our trip, I called the Sony customer service phone number and emailed the Sony Style website regarding purchasing a second mounting base for the NVU83T so we could use it in ou …" Read Full Review »

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