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Magellan eXplorist 600


Magellan eXplorist 600
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Product Information

Manufacturer: Magellan Category: GPS Units Type: Outdoor GPS
Model: 980771-06 SKU: EXPLORIST600 UPC:
Announced: January 6, 2005 First Shipped: April 19, 2005 Weight: 1.600 lbs.

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» RAM UBolt Mount with Magellan eXplorist 600 on a 2000 Honda VFR800 Motorcycle
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I recently purchased a Magellan eXplorist 600 - and really like it, and wanted to install it properly to all my vehicles - I have a 2005 GMC Canyon-city, 1979 Toyota Landcruiser-extreme 4x4, and a 2000 Honda VFR800-motorcycle, - so I really only needed … (view more)

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Written by Bill Boone
August 31, 2007
The hand held unit works as advertized and has a lot of bells and whistles. Documentation is poor to non-exitent. Soft … More
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Explorist 600 works as advertised. All of the products bells and whistles are worth the price. Installed factory softwar … More
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Very disppointed!!! I have Meridan Gold and SporTrak. The Exp 600 very confusing loading maps and waypoints. Tech suppor … More
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Manufacturer Description

Do you want all the bells and whistles? The Magellan eXplorist 600 is packed with them. You get a 3-axis electronic compass, a barometric pressure thermometer and an altimeter, plus the ability to expand your GPS mapping via a high-speed USB data port and unlimited secure digital (SD) card storage. The Magellan Geocache Manager enables you to download caches directly to your eXplorist 600 and with the PC-style file memory system it's easy to manage all of your data. Finally, the eXplorist 600 features a 16-color display so you can see everything in brilliant color. Easily navigate with the intuitive keypad and the joystick control. Add detailed street maps, topo or lake maps using optional Magellan MapSend software to expand the use of your eXplorist 600.

8 MB of built-in maps and 8 MB of additional memory means you can save up to 5 track log files, 20 routes and 500 points of interest on the internal memory, but you can store as many as you want on optional SD cards. Magellan TrueFix technology provides superior accuracy and reliability giving you the freedom to explore without concern of getting lost.

Pocket-sized, powerful and full of valuable features, your Magellan eXplorist 600 gives you real GPS that can guide you in full color on every outdoor adventure.

Features and Tips

Here is a listing we have put together of some of the common

eXplorist 600 features

, along with a few user tips that you may find of help for this particular item.

Electronic compass
The built-in electronic 3-axis compass points you in the right direction even when you are standing still or upside down on a rocky peak. No need to carry another piece of navigation equipment.

Barometric Pressure Thermometer
Like carrying your own little weather station, now you'll know what might be rolling in.

Altimeter
Keep track of your elevation no matter how high your adventure takes you.

Full color screen
The 16-color screen makes reading maps and GPS information easy with vibrant graphics in all lighting conditions.

Unlimited SD Card Expandability
Your eXplorist 600 features SD card compatibility for unlimited memory expansion. Use optional Magellan MapSend software to add detailed street maps, topo or lake maps to any number of SD memory cards (sold separately).

USB data port
Transfer map data from your PC to your eXplorist 500 with the high-speed USB data port.

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 can determine the area between them and the perimeter around them.

Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery
This Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack can keep your eXplorist continuously powered-up for up to 14 hours. Recharge your battery directly through your receiver again and again without reducing its performance.

TrueFix Technology - Accurate & Reliable
TrueFix GPS technology takes advantage of 14 parallel channels, supported by WAAS and EGNOS Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems for fast signal acquisition, minimal signal loss and reliable accuracy to within 3 meters.

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.

Built-in mapping
With 8 MB of built-in North American or European maps it's easy to navigate around roads, parks, waterways and to find airports and other points of interest.

Easy-to-use
One-button access takes you directly to all of the most important features. Intuitive operation with keypad and joystick control adds even more fun to GPS navigation. First-time user can easily navigate with the eXplorist 600.

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 eXplorist 600 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.

Pocket-sized
Don't let the size fool you. The eXplorist 600 is packed with real GPS power and cool features at an unbeatable value. But at 2.1" x 4.6" x 1.3" and only 4.6 oz you can take it anywhere.

Large backlit color display
Navigate in color! Easily view all the GPS information you need to make your adventure fun and safe, even at night, with the large backlit color display.

Rugged construction
Rubber armored, impact resistant plastic lets you to confidently take your eXplorist 600 on every adventure.

Waterproof
eXplorist 600 is sealed to IPX-7 specifications, you don't have to worry about getting it wet.

Warranty
We pride ourselves on building rugged and reliable navigation products that you can depend on, backed by a full one-year warranty in North America

Specifications

 General
1.  Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 4.6 x 2.1 x 1.3 inch (11.7 x 5.3 x 3.3 cm)
2.  Display size, WxH: 1.8 x 1.4 inch (4.6 x 3.6 cm)
3.  Display type: high-contrast color LCD with backlighting
4.  Weight: 4 oz (110 g) with battery installed
5.  Battery: removable, rechargeable lithium-ion
6.  Battery life: up to 14 hours
7.  Waterproof: Yes (IPX7)
8.  GPS-enabled: Yes
9.  Floats: No
10.  High-sensitivity receiver: No
11.  PC interface: Serial
12.  RoHS version available: No
13.  Preloaded maps: No
14.  Ability to add maps: Yes
15.  Street Map Compatible: Yes
16.  Topographic Map Compatible: Yes
17.  Built-in memory: 16 MB
18.  Accepts data cards: SD data card
 Automotive
19.  Basemap: Yes
20.  Speaker Location: Internal Buzzer
21.  Antenna Type: Internal
22.  External Antenna Jack: None
 Marine
23.  Audible alarms Yes
24.  NMEA input/output Yes (NMEA 0183)

 
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Jerry C. MO, May 24/13
 
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Wow, the manufacturers could learn a few things from GPS City! Thoroughly enjoyed the extensive video tutorials and comparisons. I really hope I am as happy with this product as I am with the buying experience at GPS City!
Wayne S. TN, May 19/13
 
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