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When considering an Automotive type Global Positioning System (GPS), take a look at the nuvi 500 by Garmin. Along with the 1000 waypoints, the nuvi 500 has a display of 2.8"W x 2.1"H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5" diag (8.9 cm) and only weighs 215 grams.
Product Summary
waterproof, motorcycle friendly, geocaching friendly, 3.5 inch diagonal display
| Partner Information |
| Partner Product Link: |
Garmin nuvi 500 Portable Multifunction GPS Receiver with U.S. Road & Topo Maps |
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| Main Details |
| Product Type |
Automotive |
| Features |
| Notes |
3D map view, world travel clock, currency & measurement converter, calculator, 'Where Am I' feature (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection)
This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. |
| Programmed AE |
n/a |
| Aspect Ratio |
n/a |
| Display Type |
QVGA color antiglare TFT with white backlight |
| Display Size |
2.8"W x 2.1"H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5" diag (8.9 cm) |
| Display Resolution |
320 x 240 pixels |
| Touch Display |
Yes |
| Expandable Memory |
microSD™ card (not included) |
| Channels |
n/a |
| Accuracy |
n/a |
| Remote Control |
n/a |
| Voice Prompts |
Yes |
| Speaks street names |
No |
| Speech Recognition |
No |
| Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route) |
Yes |
| Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation) |
Yes |
| Choice of route (faster time, shorter distance) |
Yes |
| Route avoidance |
Yes |
| Custom points of interest (POI) |
Yes |
| Hand-free calling with wireless Bluetooth technology |
No |
| Traffic |
Yes |
| Closest intersection |
n/a |
| Car Locator |
No |
| MP3 Player |
No |
| Audio Book Viewer |
No |
| Picture Viewer |
Yes |
| QWERTY or ABC keyboard layout |
No |
| FM Transmitter |
No |
| Anti-theft |
Yes |
| Motorcycle usability |
Yes |
| PC Interface |
n/a |
| Track Log |
n/a |
| Record Modes |
| Media Type |
Micro SD |
| Performance |
| Receiver |
n/a |
| Battery Type |
user-replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Waterproof |
yes (IPX7) |
| Maps & Memory |
| Base Map |
Yes |
| Preloaded Maps |
yes (regional or 48 states+TOPO) |
| Map Expandability |
Yes |
| Built-in Memory |
Yes |
| Routes |
10 |
| Waypoints |
1000 |
| Power |
| Battery Life |
up to 8 hours |
| Physical Dimensions |
| Width (Inch) |
4.21 |
| Height (Inch) |
3.35 |
| Depth (Inch) |
.9 |
| Weight (oz) |
7.6 |
| Width (mm) |
107 |
| Height (mm) |
85 |
| Depth (mm) |
23 |
| Weight (g) |
215 |
| Accessories |
| Included Accessories |
Garmin nuvi 500, U.S. version includes preloaded U.S. topographic maps plus City Navigator® NT data for the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico (no Alaska or Canada detail); European versions include City Navigator NT data for one region or country (click versions tab to view all), Lithium-ion battery, Vehicle suction cup mount, Vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual |
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