Magellan RoadMate 6000T

Description: The Magellan Roadmate 6000T is a 20 channel, multi purpose global positioning device.Compared to other multi purpose GPS receivers on the market, it is midpriced at around $500.

Pros: Provides verbal navigation instructions.Utilizes WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) technology to achieve an error margin of 3 meters or less.Supports Bluetooth wireless data transfer.Share information, update database maps, and add programs using this receiver's Bluetooth computer connection.EGNOS (Euro Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) enabled device supplies location-reliability feedback.Store trip history and map databases on a standard SD memory card.Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: For those who require the option of using their GPS in more than one environment.Designed for use in land-based vehicles.Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.This unit is somewhat heavy, weighing in at 0.5 lbs.

Value: Overall, this GPS receiver's features are in line with its price.

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• Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
• Part Number: 98087401

• General

• Width 3.8 in
• Depth 1.4 in
• Height 4.8 in
• Weight 0.5 lbs

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Automotive
• Receiver 20 channel
• SBAS WAAS, EGNOS
• Connectivity Bluetooth-enabled
• GPS Functions / Services Speed
• Traffic Services TMC (Traffic Message Channel)
• Voice Navigation instructions
• Antenna Built-in
• Features Built-in speaker, Preinstalled POIs, Built-in microphone, 2D / 3D map perspective, Hands-free calling via Bluetooth
• Maps Included USA, Canada

• Navigation

• Trip computer Back-On-Track, Avoid toll roads, Fast/short route, Maximize freeways, Minimize freeways

• Digital Player

• Digital Player Yes
• Supported Formats MP3, WMA, JPEG

• Built-in Display

• Type TFT
• Diagonal Size 3.5 in
• Display Illumination Yes
• Color Support Color
• Features Touch screen

• Battery

• Battery Enclosure Type Internal

• Miscellaneous

• Body material Plastic

Magellan Corp.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.magellangps.com/
• Address: 960 Overland Court, , .
• Phone: 909/394-5502
• Email: alinsey-jackson@thalesnavigation.com
• Fax: 408-615-3960