Navman iCN 520 - GPS receiver

Description: The Navman Icn 520 is a 12-channel, automotive global positioning device.Compared to other automotive GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $245.

Pros: Provides verbal navigation instructions.Utilizes WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) technology to achieve an error margin of 3 meters or less.USB computer interface makes it possible to add new programs and maps as well as store previous trips and data.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.System includes Navman SmartST V2005.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: An automotive GPS receiver, suited for location monitoring and trip-tracking.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 lightweight, weighing in at 5.9 oz.

Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this GPS receiver has good features for the money.

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• Manufacturer: Navman USA Inc.
• Part Number: AA005511-5E2

• General

• Width 4.7 in
• Depth 2.8 in
• Height 1 in
• Weight 5.9 oz

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Automotive
• Receiver 12 channel
• Accuracy Position - 5 m
• Update Rate 1/second
• Connectivity USB
• GPS Functions / Services Speed, Distance, ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival)
• Voice Navigation instructions
• Antenna Built-in
• Features Built-in speaker, Optional external GPS antenna connection
• Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
• Software Included Navman SmartST V2005

• Navigation

• Trip computer Back-On-Track

• Built-in Display

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

• Connections

• Connector Type DC power input, USB, Antenna - MMCX

• Battery

• Battery technology Lithium ion
• Mfr estimated battery life 4 hour(s)

• Miscellaneous

• Included GPS accessories Carrying case, AC power adapter, Mounting bracket, Car power adapter

Navman USA Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.navman.com/
• Address: 27121 Towne Centre Drive, Nashua, NH.
• Phone: 1-949-461-7150
• Fax: 1-949-461-7860