Magellan eXplorist XL

eXplorist XL features

• eXtra-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 or European basemap 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.


• TrueFix® 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 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.

• 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 eXplorist XL is waterproof to IPX-7 standards, so you never have to worry about getting it wet.


• Warranty
  eXplorist XL is rugged and reliable and backed by a full one-year warranty in North America