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MAGELLAN Triton 500 Handheld GPS (980-0003-001)

Ideal for first time GPS users, the Triton 500 Handheld GPS is so easy and convenient to use that its user manual may never make it out of the box. Its smartly designed interface with simple menus and intuitive button and scroll pad control make navigation fun and effortless. The full-color crystal clear 2.2-inch display shows all your maps and navigation information in easy-to-view graphics. You can see all your maps, locations and saved tracks and waypoints with just a click or two. Without any need to scroll through page after page, the Triton 500 gets you to the information you want with a few keystrokes. You can view elevation profile for the trail ahead (or any route) or even the track you just traveled. Also, it shows you the precise time of sunrise/sunset any day of the year. Incorporated with SiRFstarIII chipset, this receiver features an integrated high-sensitivity antenna that provides reliable signal reception even in heavy cloud cover, canyons or deep woods. Additionally, its built-in signal augmentation reception (WAAS/EGNOS) provides up to 3 meter accuracy. The Triton 500 GPS includes VantagePoint software which enables easy management of maps, user generated content, updates and upgrades on your PC. Built to withstand intense use and accidental impacts, this rugged and waterproof GPS is ready to guide you on any adventure.  more

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  • From: CNET
  • Posted: Sep-23-2008

"OK deal if using with TOPO!"

Very nice for finding your way around while bushwacking in the backcountry. I can put the whole state of Colorado TOPO! on one SD chip! Some difficulty starting up, but it all seems to be functioning OK now. A little hard to tool around but OK for

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  • From: CNET
  • Posted: Sep-18-2008

"Don't waste your time or money on this one."

I purchased the Triton 500 prior to going on vacation in Kauai, HI. I wanted to go hiking on some of the many trails. After I purchased it, I found out that it had no topos pre-loaded. Why would one buy a handheld GPS without topos. I live in the

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  • From: CNET
  • Posted: Sep-15-2008

"Nice start but falls far short of the mark."

I have a magellan sport trak that is at least 5 years old. I was looking to upgrade and find a unit that has better maping than my old unit does. When I first turned on the triton 500 I was impressed. It started quickly and the color display produ

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  • From: CNET
  • Posted: Jun-16-2008

"There are too many issues that make this diffucult to use."

Not bad out of the box - it worked and i was able to use it almost immediately. Noted that the back case plastic seems kind of cheap and brittle (One drop ?). The seals may be ok but the fit looks marginal and may not wear well. The USB cable is of

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  • Posted: Jan-13-2008

"great - maybe someday"

The specs look great, but the units are buggy in this first release. They hang, lose tracks, etc. The software they distribute (Mapsend lite) is serial port only, so won't work with the unit which is USB. The built in base maps are very poor, and the

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