Garmin eTrex Venture GPS System
October 31, 2008
With the new GPS system from the company Garmin your driving will be much
safer than earlier. This system alerts you about the hidden traps in your way. This model has been named as Garmin eTrex Venture GPS System and it includes the all the advanced features. The ergonomic design of the model makes it easy to handle.
Product Summary
This Garmin GPS System comes with a memory of 1MB. The system has a stylish, green translucent case making it more attractive. Receiver of the model is a 12 channels receiver that can receive signals from 12 different satellites simultaneously. Acquisition time for cold is 45 seconds and for warm period is 15 seconds. Position accuracy of the device is 49 feet RMS and the update rate of the unit is 1 per second.
Velocity accuracy of the device is 49 feet RMS and dynamic range of the unit is 6 Gs. Interfaces of the unit is RS-232 with NMEA 0183 and RTCM 104 DGPS data formats. This system uses an internal patch antenna too. The included waypoints in this device are 500. Points of the interest of this model can be downloaded from MapSource CD-ROMs. Other features of this model are Database of world cities, current speed, average speed, reset table maximum speed, trip timer, and trip distance. The other GPS functions supported by the unit include Speed, Bearing, Distance, Elevation, VMG (Velocity Made Good), ETE (Estimated Time Enroute) and ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival).
The included LCD display has a size of 2.1” and the resolution of the display is 288 x 160 pixels. Display colour level is 4-level grey and supports back light. The supported batteries with this Garmin eTrex Venture Sat Nav Unit are 2 AA batteries. Company gives a warranty of 1 year to this model. A dimension of the device includes a width of 2”, a depth of 1.2” and a height of 4.4”. Included accessories with this sat nav unit are PC cable and Wrist strap. Run time of the battery is 20 hours. Maximum operating temperature is 158 °F and minimum is 5 °F. The total weight of the unit is just 5.30z. A remarkable feature of the unit is that it is water proof and supports IPX7 Waterproof standard.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Venture |
| Screen size in diagonal | 2.1” |
| Memory | |
| Total Capacity | 1MB |
| Battery life | 22 hours |
| Weight | 5.3oz |
| Dimensions | 2” x 4.4” x 1.2” |
| Portable or fixed | Portable |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Additional Features | |
| Dynamic routing | 6Gs |
| Points of interest (POI) | Downloadable |
| Accessories | |
| PC cable | Yes |
| Wrist strap | Yes |
Navman S50 GPS System
October 28, 2008
With the help of a GPS system you can find the correct route to your destination place and it will help you in your journey. This GPS system also alerts you about the hidden traps in between your journey as well. Navman has introduced their new GPS system, which has been named Navman S50 GPS system. Sleek looks of the device and the impressive and precise functions are the key attraction of the model.
Features
This new Navman sat nav unit has a connectivity of USB and supports the latest Bluetooth wireless connectivity option too. This model supports Voice Navigation instructions and voice command recognition. The built in memory of the system is 2GB. Software included with this is Navman SmartST 2008 and Tele Atlas 2007.4.
This unit has a built in LCD display of size 4.3”. The resolution of the integrated display is 480 x 272 pixels. Display features include touch screen and antiglare. Slot provided by the system is SD memory card slot. Supported battery with this unit is lithium ion and the running time of the battery is up to 5 hours. The GPS system supports dynamic routing and has various points of interest as well.
This Navman GPS system includes car cradle and car charger. The internal memory of the system is 512MB. This GPS system warns you about the speed camera in the route to your destination. This system informs you about the real time traffic information. Processor used in this device is Samsung 2443 with a speed of 400 MHz. The unit includes 3D moving map and 2D mini map perspectives that makes navigation to your destination easy.
Supporting Features
Navman S50 Satellite Navigation System has a height of 8cm, a width of 14cm and a depth of 2cm. The weight of this GPS system is just 198g. Voice instructions of this GPS system are through an internal speaker. Map storage medium of the system is on board hard disc. Hard disc capacity of the system is 1GB. The system supports 8-digit postcode search as well. System includes pre installed regional maps too.
The memory expansion cards supported by the device are SD Card and Multimedia Card. The device also gives you information regarding the latest traffic information too. Other special features supported by the device include Multiple route options and Improved address search. The GPS receiver integrated in the device is SiRFstarIII. The Trip Computer feature supported by the device gives you the details of the quickest route, fast/short route and Back-On-Track.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Navman |
| Model | S50 |
| Maps included | UK |
| Mapping display | 2D/3D |
| Screen size in diagonal | 4.3” |
| Battery life | 5 hours |
| Weight | 198g |
| Dimensions | (W) 14 cm x (D) 2 cm x (H) 8 cm |
| Portable or fixed | Portable |
| Memory | |
| Total Capacity Internal Type Expansion Type |
256MB Flash Memory SD Card, Multimedia Card |
| Additional Features | |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Searchable postcode digits | Yes |
| Spoken audio directions | Yes |
| Dynamic routing | Yes |
| Points of interest (POI) | Yes |
| Live traffic information | Yes |
| SiRFStar III GPS Chipset facility | Yes |
Navman ICN720 GPS System
October 25, 2008
Navman ICN720 GPS System will bring you back on track if you lose your way
while travelling. Drive away where ever and when ever you want, no matter if the place is new to you, it has all favourite and recent destinations stored in it. It has the nearest POI import with full postcode facilities. This satellite navigation system is a small and pocket sized unit and is the World’s first navigation device with NavPixTM technology. The screen is wide, colour, with a high resolution and with touch control facility.
Details
This GPS system has brand new navigation software and Pre-installed European maps of 16 countries. You’ll have European base maps on unit and street level maps too. The Live traffic pack is optional, you can opt it as your necessity. It can be updated through optional module and it is subscription free. You have Park and Fuel buttons and multiple routing systems as well. You can select the shortest, nearest and fastest routes for your destination. It provides voice guided instructions as well which makes your work easy.
The remarkable navigation features supported by the device include Full postcode search facility, Back on Track and Drive-Away. You can also store the details of your favourite and recent destinations. Other remarkable features of the device include Speed cameras/limits location of safety cameras and multiple routing options.
This SiRF Star III Generation 2 GPS receiver has a camera with a resolution of 1.3 mega pixels and is capable of importing and exporting photos through USB cable. The processor supported is Intel PXZ270 with a speed of 316MHz. It has 4GB Hard Drive capacity and has a memory of 64MB SDRAM, 64MB DOC and 512MB CF + SD/MMC expansion. It supports USB 1.1 and need a voltage of 12V in car power connector + mains adapter. The power battery type is Li-ion.
Navman ICN720 Satellite Navigation System comes with a 4 inch TFT widescreen for displaying the map details. The maximum resolution supported by the display is 480 x 272 pixels. It is a highly sensitive touch screen. It is the best GPS system which weighs about 300 g and has a dimension of (W x H x D) 136 x 31 x 77 mm. It is an excellent path finder which finds the right way to your destination.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Navman |
| Model | ICN720 |
| Maps included | Europe-16 countries |
| Mapping display | 2D, 3D |
| Screen size in diagonal | 4 inches |
| Battery life | 4 h |
| Weight | 300 g |
| Dimensions (L x H x D) cm | (W x H x D) 136 x 31 x 77 mm |
| Portable or fixed | Portable |
| Memory | |
| Total Capacity Expansion Type |
64 MB SD/MMC (512MB card supplied) |
| Additional Features | |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Searchable postcode digits | Yes |
| Spoken audio directions | Yes |
| Dynamic routing | Yes |
| Points of interest (POI) | Yes |
| Live traffic information | Yes |
| SiRFStar III GPS Chipset facility | Yes |
| Multimedia Features | |
| Photos | Yes |
Becker Traffic Assist 7926 GPS System
October 22, 2008
The GPS Systems with its finest locating techniques has created a new concept in the tracking and spotting arena. Unlike other navigation equipments the product not only navigates, but also tracks and gives us information about many more features like POI’s and dynamic routing. The Becker Traffic Assist 7926 GPS System is one such product which can be a good companion for you while travelling.
With the unique slim design this destination tracker is ideal to be used even in bikes or it can be used as a hand-held unit as well. This GPS system features a high contrast rate and its low reflective 3.5 inch TFT touch screen that can be a an all new experience for you. The resolution of the screen is 320 x 240 pixels with 16-bit density and 65,536 colours. The display brightness rate of the product can be adjusted with the day to night mode in the settings. This helps to read the unit in night or while driving through the tunnel.
With the 2D or 3D technology map perspectives, along with the zoom function the device can search the 8 digit UK post code which will be a great help to the users. With this magnificent navigation device you can select the necessary profiles for route calculation. The route calculator in the GPS unit is not just a route finder but with the facilities like approximate arrival time, remaining travel time and intermediate destination address making it one of the finest trackers available. The POI includes airports, hospitals, service stations, hotels, restaurants and stadiums.
This Becker GPS system also alerts us about more than 18000 permanently installed cameras there by avoiding unnecessary charges. The user can listen to music while route finding, with the two speakers or with the headphones without interrupting the navigation. It also has a video player for playing videos and with the picture viewer you can view JPEG images separately or in a slide show. The Becker Traffic Assist 7926 Satellite Navigation System is installed with the SiRFstarIII GPS receiver which can provide good support to the user. About 50 fixed or previous destinations can be set in the device to our choice.
The unit can also give the next POI on the calculated route. The lane assistance system in this destination tracker can select driving lane for you in advance. The optimal TMC facility can inform about live traffic status. The interface of the product is the Mini USB 1.1 chargeable by USB or cigarette lighter. The 2 GB SD card can store details about the 37 European countries and the unit supports speech guidance in 22 languages.
It can also inform you about specific traffic rules on crossing borders. The processor of the navigator has speed of 400 MHz. The flash memory capacity of the unit is 128 MB. With the capability of connecting an extra GPS antenna this device has the working capacity of 4 hours. The secure digital card facility is a unique feature in this destination locator. This Becker GPS System with all the above mentioned features will be a new experience for the users and can bring a new face to your long driving.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Becker |
| Model | Traffic Assist 7926 |
| Maps included | UK, 37 European countries |
| Mapping display | 2D/3D |
| Screen size in diagonal | 3.5 inch |
| Battery life | 4 hours |
| Portable or fixed | Portable |
| Warranty | 2 year |
| Memory | |
| Total Capacity Internal Type Expansion Type |
128 MB Flash memory 2 GB SD car |
| Additional Features | |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Searchable postcode digits | Yes |
| Spoken audio directions | Yes |
| Dynamic routing | Yes |
| Points of interest (POI) | Yes |
| Live traffic information | Yes |
| SiRFStar III GPS Chipset facility | Yes |
| Multimedia Features | |
| Music | Yes |
| Photos | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
Garmin Geko 201 GPS System
October 19, 2008
GPS systems have changed the perception of travelling by roads and by sea.
Garmin has launched their new model of GPS system in the UK market especially for hikers and it is tagged as Garmin Geko 201 GPS System. Equipped with the all the modern features this is a user-friendly unit.
Overview
Garmin Geko 201 GPS System is a compact 12-channel GPS receiver. This unit has a high contrast display with a resolution of 100 x 64 pixels. This sleek looking device can store up to 500 waypoints and 20 routes with 125 way points per route. The five buttons integrated in the unit are very easy to use. To connect this device to your PC this has a serial PC connection in it as well. This model supports 10 tracks and 10000 track log points. Acquisition time of the unit in cold is 45 seconds and in warm is 15 seconds.
The update rate of this Garmin GPS system is 1/second. A striking feature of the device is that it is DGPS ready. This is considered as one of the smallest and lightest waterproof GPS units that are easy to operate and is very inexpensive. The trip compute feature of the unit gives details like TracBack, average speed, maximum speed, trip timer, trip distance and sunrise/sunset times.
This Garmin Geko 201 Portable Satellite Navigation System uses an internal battery of type AAA, which has an average life time of 12 hours. The built in aerial helps to receive the signals. Display type is black and white LCD display that gives you the details with clarity. The compact dimensions of the device include a width of 4.8cm, a height of 9.9cm and a depth of 2.4cm. The device supports out door GPS games, hunt or fish calendar and sun and moon information. This product is waterproof and will not cause much problem when water gets in to it. The water proof standard of the device is IPX7. Total weight of the unit is only 88g.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Geko 201 |
| Recommend use | Hiking |
| Screen resolution | 100 x 64 pixels |
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours |
| Weight | 88g |
| Dimensions | (W) 4.8 cm x (D) 2.4 cm x (H) 9.9 cm |
| Portable or fixed | Portable |
| Additional Features | |
| Receiver | 12 channel |
| Update Rate | 1/second |
| Grids | UTM, MGRS, Lat/Lon, UPS, Maidenhead |
| Connectivity | Serial |
| Waypoints | 500 |
| Routes | 20 |
| Trip Computer | TracBack, average speed, maximum speed, trip timer, trip distance, sunrise/sunset times |







