The infotainment system's color screen is easy to read and provides a clear presentation of the different operating menus – choose from between the radio station list or the titles of sound files, telephone lists or navigation maps. The nav's driving recommendations also appear as arrow symbols in the center of the instrument cluster, i.e. directly in the driver's range of vision.
The audio, navigation and communications functions combined in a compact head unit can be conveniently operated in many different ways: using the prominently placed control knob, the steering-wheel-mounted remote control or the direct hard keys on the dash panel. A real highlight of the new generation, however, is the operation convenience provided by voice control in the Navigation 900 model. Spoken commands can be used in seven different languages to operate the radio, the CD player and the audio components hooked up via the USB port or AUX-in connection as well as to enter the destination for the navigation system. The destination can be entered by simply saying the postal code or the name of the city and the street and house number; the system will then quickly calculate the route and make driving recommendations.
The navigation data is stored on an SD card, which leaves the standard CD drive free to play music. The SD card for the Navigation 900 system includes map software for more than 30 European countries as well as a digital travel guide. The map material also provides information on seasonal roads, which can be included in the route calculation. There is information on many different points of interest (POIs), regardless of whether it's a restaurant, a parking lot close by or the nearest filling station – the navigation system will show you the way. It is also possible to add personal POIs (MyPOIs) to the list and to update this information at any time. So that none of the personal destinations along the route are overlooked, the Navigation 900 can provide acoustic reminders along the way.
The top-of-the-line Navigation 900 features either two- or three-dimensional map displays from a bird's-eye view. To support this information, there are also directional arrows along with precise driving recommendations and distance data. In addition to the fastest and the shortest route, the route guidance system in both models also offers the option of choosing the most economical route, i.e. the system searches for and recommends routes that use the least amount of fuel and reduce CO2 emissions. Parameters for such vehicle additions as rooftop boxes and trailers can also be taken into consideration in route calculation.
Different other features like the automatic intersection zoom, the lane assistant or lane recommendations on the highway and the graphical display of directional arrows for the next but one driving recommendation take the stress and strain off the driver and make sure that the vehicle is in the right lane at the right time.
2011年8月31日星期三
2011年7月28日星期四
Security thefts are the biggest driver factor: Bharatiya Global Infomedia
ET Now: Firstly what kind of margins are you expecting that you are going to enjoy in theRFID andsmart card segment?
SK Mittal: We are quite optimistic and the future is looking very very bright as far as the deployment of RFID and smart card, which is the focus areas of our company, is concerned. Secondly let me tell you that our presence is there in some other infrastructure based project lines also, primarily into toll management system which are in the focus area for the government highway projects. Also on the major infrastructure things like parking guidance system, parking management systems because these are the common requirement of every commercial or government projects. So overall, we are very very optimistic about the future and company is like committed to have a significant growth in the future itself.
ET Now: How big is the Indian smart card market and who are your big competitors?
SK Mittal: When we talk of the RFID and the smart card combinedly, the government initiatives in the private sector also are spending heavily into the smart card and RFID's initiatives due to multiple advantages which it carries. Security thefts are the biggest driver factor in deployment of these technologies.
ET Now: How would you be utilising the proceeds of the issue?
SK Mittal: It is declared in the prospectus also like, there is a significant investment proposed in the R&D of few futurist products which company has identified. Namely we are launching our PPFA which is a token less two factor authentication which has been made mandatory byRBI of India for all the financial transactions on line into every segment. Secondly, we are also investing in R&D of certain products on3G that video based sort of a video content development.
SK Mittal: We are quite optimistic and the future is looking very very bright as far as the deployment of RFID and smart card, which is the focus areas of our company, is concerned. Secondly let me tell you that our presence is there in some other infrastructure based project lines also, primarily into toll management system which are in the focus area for the government highway projects. Also on the major infrastructure things like parking guidance system, parking management systems because these are the common requirement of every commercial or government projects. So overall, we are very very optimistic about the future and company is like committed to have a significant growth in the future itself.
ET Now: How big is the Indian smart card market and who are your big competitors?
SK Mittal: When we talk of the RFID and the smart card combinedly, the government initiatives in the private sector also are spending heavily into the smart card and RFID's initiatives due to multiple advantages which it carries. Security thefts are the biggest driver factor in deployment of these technologies.
ET Now: How would you be utilising the proceeds of the issue?
SK Mittal: It is declared in the prospectus also like, there is a significant investment proposed in the R&D of few futurist products which company has identified. Namely we are launching our PPFA which is a token less two factor authentication which has been made mandatory byRBI of India for all the financial transactions on line into every segment. Secondly, we are also investing in R&D of certain products on3G that video based sort of a video content development.
2011年5月10日星期二
McCain's Adaptive Signal Control System Reduces Traffic Congestion on San Marcos Boulevard
McCain Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of intelligent transportation systems, traffic control equipment and parking guidance solutions, today announced results measuring the effectiveness of McCain's adaptive signal control software deployed on San Marcos Boulevard -- the City of San Marcos's new "Smart Corridor." The study proved that the adaptive software system significantly improved traffic flow on San Marcos Boulevard, the second busiest arterial in San Diego County.
McCain's QuicTrac™ adaptive control system, aimed at reducing stop-and-go traffic by coordinating signal timing along the corridor, was surveyed for travel time reductions, associated costs and environmental benefits. The study focused on peak travel times both pre-and-post implementation of the signal control software. During peak travel periods the comparisons revealed that delay times were reduced between 19% and 46% depending on the time of day, significantly higher than anticipated. These reduced travel times provide a 7.8% average reduction in fuel consumption, resulting in reduced harmful emissions.
"Previously, the City of San Marcos optimized this corridor to meet the growing demand of this busy arterial. The city expected successful results from the new software system, but no one anticipated these kinds of results," said Jason Stack, principal of Stack Traffic Consulting, Inc. "Typically, we would see similar results on a corridor that has never been optimized, so gaining this level of improvement is outstanding for the City and residents."
With an average of 22,000 to 46,000 vehicles traveling the San Marcos Boulevard corridor daily, the City of San Marcos desired a solution that would provide the maximum benefit to the public at a minimal cost to the city. The McCain adaptive traffic control system surpassed expectations with a 29.7% average decrease in eastbound delay times by distributing on-demand cycle lengths, alleviating stop-and-go traffic. In addition, McCain's solution delivered the City of San Marcos with an 8:1 benefit to cost ration on travel time.
"We are excited to have received results that truly demonstrate adaptive control software's range of capabilities," said Brian Wagner, ITS solutions manager for McCain Inc. "Studies that yield these types of results will further establish adaptive technology as a premier solution in the traffic industry."
About QuicTrac
McCain's QuicTrac adaptive control software operates through the collection and analysis of real-time data from field detectors, loops or video, establishing traffic flow and demand. The software then runs a series of advanced algorithms to determine and coordinate optimum signal timing for the entire corridor. By coordinating traffic signals based on current conditions, the technology provides a series of green lights, expediting groups of vehicles through arterials.
McCain's QuicTrac™ adaptive control system, aimed at reducing stop-and-go traffic by coordinating signal timing along the corridor, was surveyed for travel time reductions, associated costs and environmental benefits. The study focused on peak travel times both pre-and-post implementation of the signal control software. During peak travel periods the comparisons revealed that delay times were reduced between 19% and 46% depending on the time of day, significantly higher than anticipated. These reduced travel times provide a 7.8% average reduction in fuel consumption, resulting in reduced harmful emissions.
"Previously, the City of San Marcos optimized this corridor to meet the growing demand of this busy arterial. The city expected successful results from the new software system, but no one anticipated these kinds of results," said Jason Stack, principal of Stack Traffic Consulting, Inc. "Typically, we would see similar results on a corridor that has never been optimized, so gaining this level of improvement is outstanding for the City and residents."
With an average of 22,000 to 46,000 vehicles traveling the San Marcos Boulevard corridor daily, the City of San Marcos desired a solution that would provide the maximum benefit to the public at a minimal cost to the city. The McCain adaptive traffic control system surpassed expectations with a 29.7% average decrease in eastbound delay times by distributing on-demand cycle lengths, alleviating stop-and-go traffic. In addition, McCain's solution delivered the City of San Marcos with an 8:1 benefit to cost ration on travel time.
"We are excited to have received results that truly demonstrate adaptive control software's range of capabilities," said Brian Wagner, ITS solutions manager for McCain Inc. "Studies that yield these types of results will further establish adaptive technology as a premier solution in the traffic industry."
About QuicTrac
McCain's QuicTrac adaptive control software operates through the collection and analysis of real-time data from field detectors, loops or video, establishing traffic flow and demand. The software then runs a series of advanced algorithms to determine and coordinate optimum signal timing for the entire corridor. By coordinating traffic signals based on current conditions, the technology provides a series of green lights, expediting groups of vehicles through arterials.
2011年5月8日星期日
2012 Mercedes CLS arrives in Middle East
Mercedes-Benz has launched the 2012 CLS 4 door sports coupe in the Middle East. The car was first unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show as reported here by AutoMiddleEast.com.
Drawing design cues from the SLS AMG super sports car, the CLS will be available with a 3.5 liter V6, a 5.0 liter V8 or as a supercharged bi-turbo V8 CLS 63 power horse.
The GCC specification CLS 350 will come with an exterior sport package as standard, featuring chromed twin-pipe exhaust system with rectangular tailpipe rims, 5-spoke 18-inch light-alloy wheels with a 19-inch option, rear bumper with matt black painted cover, and sporty suspension set-up. The CLS350 also comes with the option of an AMG Sports Package.
The GCC spec CLS 500 comes standard with an AMG Sports package, including AMG front and rear aprons, single-wing radiator grill with a chrome/silver louver, and 18-inch 5-spoke light alloy wheels with mixed tyre sizes, optionally available as 19-inch.
The AMG Sports package includes 3-spoke sports multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather with a flattened lower section; matching black upholstery, seats, head restraints, door armrests and centre console with light, and roof liner with contrasting stitching. In keeping with the sporty styling of the AMG Sports package, the package also features ‘AMG’ lettering floor mats, brushed stainless-steel sports pedals, and additional ‘M’ transmission mode for manual gearshifts.
GCC Specification CLS models also include as standard Active Parking Assist with Parking Guidance, Memory package, Media Interface, and the COMAND APS multimedia System amongst a host of other technological gizmos in the car.
Pricing information is not available as yet and we will update that asap. In the mean while, Mercedes Benz TV has come up with this pretty cool video about what catches peoples eyes in the CLS, and believe it – a blonde. Interesting! Check it out.
Drawing design cues from the SLS AMG super sports car, the CLS will be available with a 3.5 liter V6, a 5.0 liter V8 or as a supercharged bi-turbo V8 CLS 63 power horse.
The GCC specification CLS 350 will come with an exterior sport package as standard, featuring chromed twin-pipe exhaust system with rectangular tailpipe rims, 5-spoke 18-inch light-alloy wheels with a 19-inch option, rear bumper with matt black painted cover, and sporty suspension set-up. The CLS350 also comes with the option of an AMG Sports Package.
The GCC spec CLS 500 comes standard with an AMG Sports package, including AMG front and rear aprons, single-wing radiator grill with a chrome/silver louver, and 18-inch 5-spoke light alloy wheels with mixed tyre sizes, optionally available as 19-inch.
The AMG Sports package includes 3-spoke sports multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather with a flattened lower section; matching black upholstery, seats, head restraints, door armrests and centre console with light, and roof liner with contrasting stitching. In keeping with the sporty styling of the AMG Sports package, the package also features ‘AMG’ lettering floor mats, brushed stainless-steel sports pedals, and additional ‘M’ transmission mode for manual gearshifts.
GCC Specification CLS models also include as standard Active Parking Assist with Parking Guidance, Memory package, Media Interface, and the COMAND APS multimedia System amongst a host of other technological gizmos in the car.
Pricing information is not available as yet and we will update that asap. In the mean while, Mercedes Benz TV has come up with this pretty cool video about what catches peoples eyes in the CLS, and believe it – a blonde. Interesting! Check it out.
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