Magellan Meridian Color GPS Traveler Value Pack - GPS receiver

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GPS receiver: 12 channel
Destination: Hiking
Weight: 8 oz
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"Good navigation, but cuts some corners"

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"Useless in driving without voice prompt!"

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"Horrible product -- do not buy it!!!"

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Description: The Magellan Meridian Color GPS Traveler Value Pack is a 12-channel, general purpose global positioning device.Compared to other general purpose GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $490.

Pros: Utilizes WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) technology to achieve an error margin of 3 meters or less.Share information, update database maps, and add programs using this receiver's serial computer connection.Takes advantage of EGNOS (Euro Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) which offers users information about the reliability of the GPS data they are receiving.Tracklog function automatically creates a record of the path traveled and stores it as a series of points for later use.Designed to provide compass feedback even when the receiver is stationary.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.Safe in all weather, this unit is waterproof.System includes magellan MapSend DirectRoute.

Cons: Stores 2000 tracklogs, which is considerably fewer than some similarly priced GPS receivers.

Suitability: Ideal for the entry level user.Its backlit keypad makes this unit ideal for nighttime excursions.Rugged case design affords the durability needed in some settings.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 8 oz.

Value: Overall, this GPS receiver's features are in line with its price.This unit is able to store up to 500 waypoints.This is in line with the average GPS device.Device is covered by a 1 year warranty.

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