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Magellan eXplorist 200

$95.00 to $250.00



For serious outdoor use, the eXplorist series handheld GPS navigation systems are built to cover all requirements. With their tough, impact-resistant, waterproof exterior and their proven Magellan technology inside that packs powerful functionality into an easy-to-use operating system, your outdoor needs will be covered.Minimize

Manufacturer:Magellan Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplayTechnical FeaturesOther FeaturesGPS SystemBatteryWarrantyDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNeXplorist 200
GPS Type   Handheld (Outdoor)
Form FactorHandheld
Map capabilities   Internal
Enhanced accuracyWAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
Input Method   Keypad
Receiver Type14 Channels
Screen Size2.3 in.
Display Size1.4 in. x 1.8 in.
Display Type4 Level Grayscale LCD Display
Resolutions160 X 120
Special Features   Compass
Trip calculator   Track Log, Points-of-Interest (POI)
Included Software/Maps   North America Maps
Grids   Finnish, French, German, Irish, Lat/Lon, MGRS, OSGB, Swedish, Swiss, User Grid, USNG, UTM
PC InterfaceNMEA-0183
Built in memory8 MB
Environmental ProtectionIPX7 Waterproof Standard, Rubber Armored Impact Resistant Plastic
Accuisition Time - Cold120 sec
Accuisition Time - Initial Time60 sec
Accuisition Time - Hot15 sec
Update rate1 per second, continuous
Max. Horizontal accuracy   Enhanced position accuracy Number of routes20
Waypoints   500
Battery Type and Quantity2 x AA Batteries
Warranty1 Year
Width2.1 in.
Depth1.3 in.
Height4.6 in.
Weight0.25 lb.
Family LineMagellan eXplorist
UPC763357109375


Tags:

magellan, explorist, 200,

Garmin Forerunner 101

$89.00 to $114.00



The Forerunner 101 offers athletes and recreational walkers and runners an entry-level personal training device with GPS. It has the same features as the Forerunner 201, but operates on two AAA batteries. The Forerunner 101 stores lap histories for up to two years to provide an archive of workout performance over time. Users can retrieve lap data for previous workouts by date, week, month, or over a specific time interval. For business travelers who want to train on the road, the Forerunner 101 also doubles as a navigator. Users can mark their hotel as a specific location, see their current position on the plotter display, and follow an electronic breadcrumb trail back to their starting point.Minimize

Manufacturer:Garmin Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplayTechnical FeaturesOther FeaturesGPS SystemBatteryWarrantyDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN010-00329-00
GPS Type   Handheld (Outdoor)
Form FactorHandheld
Receiver Type12 Channels
Screen Size1.7 in.
Display Size1.5 in. x 0.9 in.
Display TypeLCD Display
Resolutions100 X 64
Special Features   Built-In Altimeter
Audible Features   Arrival Alarm
Trip calculator   Maximum speed
Environmental ProtectionIPX7 Waterproof Standard
AntennaBuilt-in
Accuisition Time - Cold45 sec
Accuisition Time - Initial Time15 sec
Waypoints   100
Battery Type and Quantity2 x AAA Batteries
Battery Life15 Hours
Warranty1 Year
Width3.3 in.
Depth0.9 in.
Height1.7 in.
Weight0.16 lb.
Family LineGarmin Forerunner
UPC0753759044114


Tags:

garmin, forerunner, 101,

Lowrance iFINDER Hunt C

$445.00 to $590.00



The handheld mapping GPS designed by hunters for hunters lets you follow the big game in color with 16-channel GPS precision. The iFINDER® Hunt C with color display offers everything you'd expect in a versatile, precision mapping GPS unit made for the field, including hunting-specific icons, unique "Scout Mode", electronic compass, barometric altimeter, built-in microphone, and more.Minimize

Manufacturer:Lowrance Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplayTechnical FeaturesOther FeaturesGPS SystemBatteryWarrantyDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN112-73
GPS Type   Handheld (Outdoor)
Form FactorHandheld
Map capabilities   Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards
Enhanced accuracyWAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
Input Method   Keypad
Receiver Type16 Channels
Display Size2.62 in.
Display Type256 Color LCD TFT Display
Resolutions240 X 160
Marine FeaturesMOB (Man Over Board)
Special Features   Waypoint Icons, Compass, Built-In Barometer, Built-In Altimeter, MP3 Player, Voice Recorder
Included Software/Maps   USA Maps, Hawaii
Grids   Irish, WGS 84
PC InterfaceNMEA-0183
Environmental ProtectionIPX7 Waterproof Standard
Expansion Slot TypeSD (Secure Digital) Card Slot, MultiMediaCard (MMC) slot
AntennaExternal Antenna Hookup
Update rate1 per second, continuous
Enhanced position accuracy Number of routes100
Waypoints   2000
Battery Type and Quantity2 x AA Batteries
Battery Life16 Hours
Warranty1 Year
Width2.5 in.
Depth1.2 in.
Height5.6 in.
Weight0.54 lb.
Family LineLowrance iFINDER
UPC042194524757


Tags:

lowrance, ifinder, hunt, c,


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.


Garmin StreetPilot c580


Receive door-to-door directions while staying on top of weather, traffic and localized information with the StreetPilot c580. Similar to the c550, StreetPilot c580 comes with hands-free calling, preloaded maps and an MP3 player, then takes it up a notch by adding dynamic content from MSN® Direct.


Garmin GPS 152


The GPS 152 is a 12 parallel channel GPS receiver loaded with a database of American cities and nautical navigation aids such as lights, buoys, sound signals, day beacons and tide data. Built-in memory of one megabyte makes the GPS 152 compatible with GARMIN's MapSource Points of Interest CD. With this CD and the GPS 152, you add additional marine navaid detail to your unit.In addition to larger memory, the GPS 152 is compatible with the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), a technology designed to improve the accuracy of GPS positioning to about three meters.On the outside, the GPS 152 comes housed in a waterproof case that's about four inches high and five inches wide. A large four-inch diagonal, high-contrast display features 100x160 pixels for the ultimate in readability. A simple keypad at the bottom of the unit makes entering information easy, without blocking your view of the display.Minimize


Furuno GP32


Compact in size, waterproof, yet big on power, features and performance, Furunos GP32 is perfect for a wide range of smaller fishing boats and pleasure craft. This advanced unit, based on the popular GP31, provides accurate and reliable position fixing, thanks to a super sensitive, 12-channel GPS receiver combined with integrated WAAS technology. The unit has a waterproof display and is built to stand up to tough marine conditions. This durable casing houses an impressive memory, capable of storing up to 1,000 points of ships track, 999 points for marks and waypoints, and 50 routes of up to 30 waypoints each. Vital navigation data is presented on a 4.5-inch diagonal Silver Bright LCD screen with adjustable brilliance. Innovative graphic displays include Nav, Highway, Steering, Track Plotting, and two operator programmable modes, all extremely easy to use. The GP32, like all Furuno nav receivers, feature Furunos NMEA 0183 programmable interface system for feeding highly accurate nav data to your Furuno radar, Minimize