ECLIPSE INTRODUCES THE “AV Navigation + PORTABILITY” CONCEPT WITH THE AVN4429 in EUROPE
The AVN4429 Fulfills Demands for Mobile Entertainment,
Navigation and Portability -- All in a Single Integrated Product.

Feb. 11, 2009
FUJITSU TEN LIMITED

February 11, 2009 -- FUJITSU TEN LIMITED, manufacturer of leading automotive electronics, has announced that the ECLIPSE AVN4429 in-vehicle navigation system will be available for sale on the European market this March 2009.

This new product is the latest realization of the company's AV Navigation concept which revolves around the three core points of a perfect fit, comfort + awareness and integrated technology, in order to promote driving safety and comfort. Since 2005, ECLIPSE has been putting the products onto the European market. The AVN4429 also fills a unique position in the AV Navigation product category as its navigation section is detachable for use elsewhere.

Meeting consumer demands for sophisticated audio and visual mobile entertainment in combination with portable navigation, the AVN4429 is a full-function, permanently mounted source head unit that does not compromise driver sight-lines or airbag operation as it is mounted in-dash for a perfect fit.

Entertainment is full-featured with CD and DVD as well as iPod® audio and video, with audio and video performance comparable to that of dedicated component units. The unit plays DVDs, CDs, CD-R/RWs, DivX®, MP3 and WMA files. A motorized tilting front panel hides the slot for the discs while direct access to iPod audio and video is via cable (sold separately). iPod functions are seen on the display. The AVN4429 is also equipped with a USB port.

This product is developed jointly with the TomTom Group. The TomTom navigation device has a 4.3” WQVGA display with quick response touch control for all functions. It will indicate source unit information when docked. It functions as a standalone portable navigation device when removed. Connected to a computer, it can take advantage of the rich content TomTom offers online such as Map Share, navigation voices, POI edit and others. Hands-free calling and voice recognition are also included. Removing the navigation section deters unauthorized removal. A separate mounting kit is available for using just the navigation section in another vehicle. As it is built into the AVN4429, RDS-TMC can be used to get the latest traffic information in real-time. Journeys become smoother as you can use alternate routes to avoid traffic problems as they occur.

Convenience and safer driving features include Bluetooth® wireless technology, steering wheel control (depends on make of car) and rear view camera capability.

The AVN4429 is scheduled to go on sale from March 2009. Suggested MSRP is not available at this time.

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About ECLIPSE

ECLIPSE, a global brand of FUJITSU TEN LIMITED, as one of the world's leading brands in the aftermarket, ECLIPSE enjoys brand-name recognition among serious audiophiles, for outstanding functionality and innovative technology.
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About FUJITSU TEN

FUJITSU TEN LIMITED operates worldwide businesses of “Infotainment devices” including car audio and car navigation system, and “Automotive electronics devices” including engine and air bag control ECU and etc. FUJITSU TEN delivers genuine products for Toyota Motor Corporation and other domestic and overseas automotive manufacturers. Marketed commodities, known by the brand name of “ECLIPSE”, are sold and popular in various countries.
For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu-ten.com/

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