TomTom Rider 2

Description: The Tomtom Rider 2 is a 20 channel, variable-use global positioning device.Compared to other variable-use GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $650.

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.Safe in all weather, this unit is waterproof.System includes TomTom HOME.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: For those who require the option of using their GPS in more than one environment.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.

Value: In general, this GPS receiver's features are as expected for this price.

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• Manufacturer: TomTom
• Part Number: 1K00.180

• General

• Width 4.4 in
• Depth 2.1 in
• Height 3.8 in
• Weight 10.9 oz

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Motorcycle
• Receiver 20 channel
• Connectivity USB
• GPS Functions / Services Speed, Electronic compass
• Speed Camera Warning Yes
• Voice Navigation instructions
• Antenna Built-in
• Features Preinstalled POIs, 2D / 3D map perspective, Hands-free calling via Bluetooth
• Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
• Software Included TomTom HOME

• Navigation

• Trip computer Quickest route, Avoid toll roads, Fast/short route

• Built-in Display

• Type TFT
• Resolution 320 x 240
• Diagonal Size 3.5 in
• Color Support Color
• Display Menu Language Czech, Dutch, Danish, French, German, Polish, Slovak, English, Finnish, Flemish, Italian, Latvian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Estonian, Hungarian, Norwegian, Lithuanian, Portuguese
• Features Anti-glare, Touch screen

• Connections

• Connector Type USB, Headset - Bluetooth

• Battery

• Battery Enclosure Type Internal
• Battery technology Lithium ion
• Mfr estimated battery life 5 hour(s)

• Miscellaneous

• GPS design features Rugged case
• Included GPS accessories USB cable, Bike mount, 1 GB SD Card, Carrying case, Security strap, Docking station, Bluetooth headset, Motorcycle power cable
• Waterproof Yes
• Waterproof standard IPX7

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 14 °F
• Max operating temperature 131 °F

TomTom

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.tomtom.com/
• Address: 150 Baker Ave. Ext., Concord, CA. 01742
• Phone: 978.287.9555
• Email: usainfo@tomtom.com
• Fax: 978.287.9522