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GF82.85-P-2014TU Starguide, Function



GF82.85-P-2014TU Starguide, Function
- with CODE (528) HIGH Class USA


The StarGuide system exploits the availability of existing telecommunication technology in the USA. This is used to provide a personal information service.

Technical requirements:
^ E-call
^ Navigation system
^ The latest navigation CD (this contains current software on the implementation of the services offered in each case. This updates the navigation system)
^ Conditions required to implement the respective systems are met.

Organizational requirements:
^ GPS: Global Positioning System. Satellite-supported system for precise positioning and navigation. Currently several satellites are being worked with; these move around the earth on different paths.
^ AMPS: Advanced Mobile Phone System. The AMPS network is now available in the densely populated areas of the USA for 98% of the population.
^ SOC: Service Operating Center. The SOC receives all the driver's individual requirements and conveys the corresponding information to the vehicle.

Concept of the personal information service:
^ Individual information and news passed on depending on personal profile of interests (stock exchange, weather, sport)
^ Transmitting a request to the Service Operating Center
^ The Service Operating Center sends individual information and news in accordance with the customer profile.
^ The data conveyed are shown in the display of the COMAND operating, display and control unit (A40/3) and can then be read.