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Garmin nuvi 650

$150.00 to $419.00



The Garmin nuvi 650 isn’t just a portable GPS system; it’s a fully featured multimedia device capable of MP3 playback and JPEG picture viewing. The nuvi 650 comes preloaded with City Navigator NT street maps that are loaded with hundreds of useful points of interest including gas stations, restaurants, and movie theaters. The touch screen interface gives you quick and easy access the nuvi 650’s many functions, and with the slim, sleek design you can easily stow it in your purse, backpack, or pocket. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it suitable for navigation while in the car or even on foot.Minimize

Manufacturer:Garmin Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplayTechnical FeaturesOther FeaturesBatteryWarrantyDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN010-00540-70
GPS Type   Automobile
Form FactorFixed
Map capabilities   Map cartridges / Data cards, Download maps
Enhanced accuracyWAAS enabled
Input Method   Touch Screen
Screen Size4.4 in.
Display Size3.81 in. x 2.25 in.
Display TypeLCD TFT Display
Resolutions480 x 272
Special Features   MP3 Player, Audio Book Player, JPEG Image Viewer, Converter, Calculator, 3D Map View
Audible Features   Proximity Alarm, Voice Navigation Instructions
Trip calculator   Detour Feature, Points-of-Interest (POI)
Included Software/Maps   North America Maps, USA Maps, Europe Maps
PC InterfaceUSB
Expansion Slot TypeSD (Secure Digital) Card Slot
AntennaFlip-up
Battery Type and QuantityRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life7 Hours
Warranty1 Year
Width4.9 in.
Depth0.9 in.
Height2.9 in.
Weight0.39 lb.
Family LineGarmin nuvi
UPC718122378609


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garmin, nuvi, 650,

Garmin GPS 72

$190.00



The GPS 72 is a low-cost solution for land or marine navigation designed to provide precise GPS positioning using correction data obtained from the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). The GPS 72 can provide position accuracy to less than three meters when receiving WAAS corrections. This rugged, waterproof, unsinkable GPS receiver offers a large, 4-level grayscale screen. It's designed as the next generation in basic, entry-level GARMIN GPS.Minimize

Manufacturer:Garmin Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplayTechnical FeaturesOther FeaturesGPS SystemBatteryWarrantyDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN010-00309-00
GPS Type   Marine
Form FactorHandheld
Map capabilities   Internal, Download maps
Enhanced accuracyWAAS enabled
Input Method   Keypad
Receiver Type12 Channels
Screen Size2.7 in.
Display Size1.6 in. x 2.2 in.
Display Type4 Level Grayscale Display
Resolutions120 X 160
Audible Features   Proximity Alarm, Anchor Alarm, Arrival Alarm, Off-Course Alarm, Shallow/Deep Alarm
Trip calculator   Moving average, Total average, Maximum speed, Points-of-Interest (POI)
Included Software/Maps   Marine Cartography, City Navigation Maps
Grids   Lat/Lon, MGRS, User Grid, UTM, Loran TD position format, Maidenhead
PC InterfaceSerial RS-232
Built in memory1 MB
Environmental ProtectionIPX7 Waterproof Standard, High Impact Plastic Alloy Body
AntennaQuadrifilar Helix
Accuisition Time - Cold45 sec
Accuisition Time - Initial Time15 sec
Update rate1 per second, continuous
Max. Horizontal accuracy   Enhanced position accuracy Differential standardsDGPS Ready
Number of routes50
Waypoints   500
Battery Type and Quantity2 x AA Batteries
Battery Life16 Hours
Warranty1 Year
Width2.7 in.
Depth1.2 in.
Height6.2 in.
Weight0.48 lb.
Family LineGarmin GPS
UPC753759041540


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garmin, gps, 72,

Pharos Science iGPS-360

$50.00 to $134.00



Compatible with most Pocket PCs with a CompactFlash slot, the Pharos Pocket GPS Navigator with CompactFlash inlcludes Pharos' iGPS-360 convertible receiver with a CompactFlash adaptor.Use it directly connected to the CompactFlash Adaptor, or for added flexibilty use the CF extension cable for placement and reception.Threre is no need for an external antenna!With Ostia, Pharos' award-winning navigation software installed on your Pocket PC, you can drive or walk through any city in the US, and locate your current position or quickly find a destination or point of interest. Routes can be calculated and viewed. The automated voice prompts will instruct you when and where to turn. If by chance you go "off-route," the automated voice will give an off-route warning and the system will automatically reroute you to your destination from your current position. Minimize

Manufacturer:Pharos Science Product MPNKey FeaturesOther FeaturesGPS SystemMiscellaneous
MPNREC20
GPS Type   Handheld (Outdoor)
Form FactorPlug-in
Enhanced accuracyWAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
Receiver Type12 Channels
PC InterfaceUSB, Serial RS-232, Bluetooth
AntennaBuilt-in
Accuisition Time - Cold60 sec
Accuisition Time - Initial Time40 sec
Accuisition Time - Hot5 sec
Max. Horizontal accuracy   Dimensions
Width1.93 in.
Depth0.63 in.
Height2.17 in.
Weight0.09 lb.
UPC818948001382


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pharos, science, igps-360,


Garmin nuvi 250


Packed with features and available in a variety of hip colors, the Garmin nuvi 250 is affordably priced and easy to use. The nuvi 250 comes preloaded with City Navigator map data giving you quick, turn-by-turn directions to anywhere in the continental United States. Pull up colorful, 2-D or 3-D maps on the sunlight-readable screen and voice directions will guide you safely and quickly to your selected destination. You can also set custom points of interest on the nuvi 250 such as your favorite restaurants or coffee shops, and with proximity alerts you’re always aware of where you’re going, and where you’ve been.Minimize


Garmin Rino 130


The Rino 130 is the most feature-rich unit in the Rino family with a built-in electronic compass barometric sensor weather receiver for seven NOAA weather channels and 24 MBs of internal memory This handheld radio has a built-in electronic compass to give a heading while the user is standing still and a barometric altimeter to provide extremely accurate elevation and pressure information which will assist users in identifying weather data The Rino 130 provides two-way radio communication with a transmission range of up to two miles using FRS channels and up to five miles with GMRS The integration of two-way radio and GPS enables users to transmit their position with a simple button press allowing others to navigate to their position The Rino 130 also has a polling feature which allows a user to manually request GPS location information from other Rino unitsMinimize


Garmin Forerunner 205


The Forerunner 205 sports a unique design that wraps the GPS antenna around part of the wrist for a better view of the sky, and its high sensitivity GPS receiver can track under trees and near tall buildings.


Bushnell NAV500


Bushnell has announced their entry into the portable auto GPS navigation market with the announcement of the Bushnell Nav 500. The Nav 500 offers many features found on other navigation devices in its class such as a 3.5 inch touch screen display, pre-installed maps of the USA and Canada, and an MP3 player.