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Magellan Explorist XL
The Explorist XL has the
largest (3.5) color display in a rugged GPS and a remarkable 30 MB
available memory, SD card expandability, plus high-speed USB data port
and MapSendฎ map compatibility make your eXplorist XL the ultimate
multi-use GPS.
Add optional MapSend [View MapSend Compatibility
chart to confirm what version of software works with your eXplorist
XL.] topo maps for your outdoor adventure on the trail, street maps for
turn-by-turn auto navigation on the road, and lake charts for your
boating and fishing adventures on the water.
Easy-to-use
one-button access to key features and simple menus make GPS navigation
easier than ever with the Magellan Explorist XL.
The Magellan
Explorist XL haseXtra-Large color screen - The 3.5" display makes
reading maps and GPS information easy with vibrant color graphics in
all lighting conditions. With the largest screen-size available in
rugged handheld GPS systems, your eXplorist XL is perfect for all types
of GPS navigation on the trail, on the road or on the water.
Easy-to-use - One-button access takes you directly to all the key
features. Intuitive operation with keypad and joystick control adds
even more fun to GPS navigation. You can easily navigate with your
eXplorist XL, even as a first-time user.
Built-in mapping - Robust
built-in North American makes it easy to navigate
major roads, parks, waterways and find airports and other points of
interest.
Unlimited SD-card expandability - SD card compatibility
provides unlimited memory expansion. Add optional Magellan MapSend
software to get turn-by-turn street routing on detailed street maps,
lake contours and fishing spots and topo contour maps to any number of
SD memory cards (sold separately).
Advanced File memory system -
Advanced file system to easily save, organize and access optional
MapSend maps, POIs or tracks on your eXplorist XL.
USB data port -
Download detailed MapSend maps and customized points of interest (POI)
from your PC using the high-speed USB data cable.
TrueFixฎ
technology - accurate & reliable - TrueFix GPS technology takes
advantage of 14 parallel channels, 2 dedicated WAAS and EGNOS
Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems channels, for fast signal
acquisition, minimal signal loss and reliable accuracy to within 3
meters.
Area calculation - Want to find the distance between three
or more points of interest that you plan to hike around or the area
between them? Simply select the points of interest on the map and the
eXplorist XL will determine the area between them and the perimeter
around them.
Vertical profile - Use this function to determine how
steep the trail ahead will be. Then choose to take the challenge or
find an easier path.
Geocache Manager - Download geocache
coordinates from Internet sites and use them on your outdoor
adventures. This unique feature makes managing coordinates even easier
with a PC-style file system. You don't have to be a geocacher to
appreciate the Magellan Geocache Manager. Learn more about Geocaching.
Languages - No matter your language, there's a good chance the
eXplorist speaks it. Choose from English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Portuguese, Dutch or Norwegian.
Track
Logging - Store up to 5 track log files, each with 2000 track-points to
the internal memory and store an unlimited amount of track log files to
optional SD cards, to easily find your way to your favorite spot again
and again.
Four navigation screens - View speed, direction,
distance to destination and all the GPS information you need on 4
easy-to-read color navigation screens.
No service fees - Your
Magellan Explorist XL is ready to go with no service fees and no
activation fees, so go ahead, use it all the time.
Satellite status - Monitor the GPS satellites tracking your position and get information about their status.
Built to perform on the most challenging and rigorous adventure with the Magellan Explorist XL.
Advanced power management - Four standard or rechargeable AA batteries
provide up to 19 hours of continuous use. Use the power management tool
to set automatic backlight and power shut off.
Rugged construction
- Rubber armored, impact resistant plastic lets you to confidently take
your eXplorist XL on every adventure.
Waterproof - Your Magellan Explorist XL is waterproof to IPX-7 standards, so you never have to worry about getting it wet.
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Here is a sample article about GPS:
How to Choose a GPS
by: Billy Bert
You've heard that new sport, geocaching, is fun. Or, you're tired of
getting lost on your travels. Welcome to the 21st century. Global
Postioning System (GPS) has been around long enough that prices are
reasonable and the technology is user-friendly. With myriad brands and
models, how to choose?
If you want a GPS for both hiking and driving use, then a handheld
unit would be the way to go. Some handhelds even have accessories to
allow them to be installed in an automobile. But don't rule out a PDA.
More on that in a moment. For driving only, there are GPS receivers
made just for vehicle use.
Handheld GPS receivers are either mapping or non--mapping. A basic,
non--mapping unit can often cost less than $100 US and usually
has/displays the following:
* Location
* Compass heading
* Elevation above sea level
* Accurate time
* Satellite location and signal strength
* The ability to calculate distance traveled
* The ability to record your path as a set of waypoints
* The ability to navigate routes
* The ability to retrace your steps
Handheld mapping receivers do all the above plus have the ability to
display maps. The maps are either pre--loaded or uploaded from your PC.
Prices are reasonable for mapping units, starting at around $150 US.
Paper maps are strongly recommended whether you're using a mapping
receiver or not. Paper maps do not require batteries and probably won't
go defective. Also, a paper map gives you a "big picture" view of your
situation -- something lacking on the small screen of a GPS.
I mentioned earlier your considering a PDA with GPS capability. A
PDA is bulkier and the battery life is usually shorter, but if you're
using a PDA anyway, then there are several ways to turn a PDA into a
GPS. Some PDAs accept a GPS "sleeve." That is a device that the PDA
nestles into. Another choice is one of Garmin's PDAs. Garmin is
probably the most popular GPS maker and they have one PDA/GPS that is
Palm--based and one that is Pocket PC--based.
Prices for automotive GPS start at around $250 US. These provide
turn--by--turn guidance. Spend a little more than that and you get
voice guidance. These are larger than handhelds in order to accommodate
a screen large enough to be seen while driving. They are powered by the
car's electrical system and because of this, they can only be used in a
vehicle.
Many automobile manufacturers now offer built-in GPS receivers as
an option. Because they are built-in, the big advantages are security
and aesthetics. They are quite a bit more expensive than add-on units
and often have fewer options. I've also heard some stories of people
having a hard time getting map updates.
A PDA/GPS is a good alternative for automotive use. Its screen is
about the size of an automotive unit, so seeing the display is not a
problem. They can also be powered by the car, eliminating battery
worries. The Garmin PDAs mentioned above both come with the hardware
and software for automotive use.
If you're hiking, a basic handheld unit (without maps) will be fine
since you'll always have paper maps with you anyway (you will, won't
you?). An advantage to a handheld mapping unit is that they usually
have more advanced features than the basic units. For driving, you have
the choice of a handheld, in--car dedicated, or PDA. The handheld does
have limited usefulness in a car, as it does not provide turn--by--turn
guidance.
Billy Bert writes for http://www.surevehicletracking.info where you can find out more about cheap hotels and other topics.
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