Garmin International recently introduced the new RV-IN501 touchscreen infotainment system for motorized RVs. The system packs an edge-to-edge, 15-inch integrated touchscreen display that merges RV-specific Garmin navigation, and multi-zone audio entertainment powered by FUSION Entertainment, a Garmin brand.
Additionally, the RV-IN501 functions as a personalized multi-functional infotainment media hub offering full screen or split screen options for RV specific navigation, audio entertainment, on-board system monitoring, and the power to view four on-vehicle cameras under one centralized easy-to-use display.
“The RV-IN501 provides the best of both worlds for RVers, topnotch navigation from Garmin and an adaptable crystal-clear audio presentation from FUSION Entertainment,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin VP of global consumer sales. “RV drivers will be able to push the boundaries of the infotainment platform with a multiple-input display that lets them keep an eye on RV-specific functions, while receiving full access to the audio entertainment system.”
The versatile FUSION PartyBus audio distribution network works holistically with the RV-IN501 to provide customers a synced audio source across the entire network. Customers can conveniently opt for the distribution of multiple audio sources in different areas of the RV at any given time. The Fusion Digital Signal Processing (DSP) also allows audio to be tuned into any section of the RV with customization, and optimization capabilities.
Additionally, EmpirBus and its digital switching system will allow customers to activate the RV-IN501’s system automation to fully manage the RV along with RV-specific monitoring solutions like battery levels, lighting, slide-outs, temperature, tank monitoring and more. The RV-IN501 comes equipped with a daylight-readable touchscreen display and a hands-free user interface that offers driver alerts, route warnings, camera networking to view four on-vehicle cameras, and voice call options.
By downloading the free Fusion-Link app, customers also can gain control of on-board entertainment options directly from the app.
The RV-IN501 is expected to be available in the fourth quarter of 2018.