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Magellan Meridian Platinum Handheld GPS Receiver

 
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Key Features
  • GPS Type: Handheld (Outdoor)
  • Form Factor: Handheld
  • Map capabilities: Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards, Download maps
  • Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
  • Input Method: Keypad
  • Receiver Type: 12 Channels
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Magellan Meridian Platinum Handheld GPS Receiver
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Magellan® Meridian® Platinum is the ultimate GPS receiver for the serious navigator, featuring a 3-axis electronic compass that provides rock steady readings regardless of how you hold the unit. A built-in barometer gives you advance notice on the weather, and an extensive, 16 MB, built-in mapping database shows your position to within 3 meters or better. Rugged, weather-proof design, large display, intuitive operation and nearly unlimited expandability make the Meridian Platinum an incomparable GPS receiver
 
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Magellan Meridian Platinum

Date of Review:  Dec 12, 2002
The Bottom Line: If your in the market for a GPS check out the Magellan Meridan Platinum the prices have come way down and you can find one online for around 240
Review: The Platinum is basically the same as a Meridan Gold except it has two added features. A barometer and electronic 3 axis compass.The three axis compass is a great feature to have it allows you to tell direction without moving.You can hold the...
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  4.0

by: Imbroke
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
3 Axis Electronic Compass,Barometer and...
Cons
Eats batteries but what GPS doesn't
 

Best handheld receiver I've tried!

Date of Review:  May 10, 2003
The Bottom Line: This is an excellent GPS receiver! You won't regret getting a Meridian Platinum! If you don't need an electronic compass and barometer, get a Meridian Gold.
Review: My review adds facts about the electronic compass and memory, to that of the review by 'imbroke' (great review!).

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I had visited http://www.magellangps.com and Garmin's respective websites to compare technical...
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  5.0

by: orangehead911
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Expandable memory! Good size. Light...
Cons
Eats batteries. Electronic compass...
 

Magellan would not get lost with this!

Date of Review:  Jul 24, 2003
The Bottom Line: If I was looking into buying a GPS, this is the one I would buy (but wait, I already did).
Review: I purchased this online and have not had any problems yet with it. I use in mainly for GEOCACHING and hiking. This GPS is way better than most of the one's I have seen and used. Lightweight, easy to manage, after you get the hang of it, and very...
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  5.0

by: steveandcaron
Recommended to buy: Yes

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Nice looks, pretty easy to use, light...
Cons
Getting the hang of it takes a while
 
 
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Product Details and Features

Product MPN
MPN 980598-04

Key Features
GPS Type   Handheld (Outdoor)
Form Factor Handheld
Map capabilities   Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards, Download maps
Enhanced accuracy WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
Input Method   Keypad
Receiver Type 12 Channels
Screen Size 2.8 in.

Display
Display Size 2.2 in. x 1.75 in.
Display Type Grayscale Display
Resolutions 120 X 160

Technical Features
Marine Features Fishing Calcluator
Special Features   Compass, Built-In Barometer
Audible Features   Anchor Alarm, Arrival Alarm
Trip calculator   Time of sunrise/sunset, Track Log
Included Software/Maps   City Navigation Maps, North America Maps, Europe Maps
Grids   Finnish, French, German, Irish, Lat/Lon, MGRS, OSGB, Swedish, Swiss, User Grid, USNG, UTM

Other Features
PC Interface NMEA-0183
Built in memory 16 MB
Environmental Protection IPX7 Waterproof Standard, Rubber Armored Impact Resistant Plastic
Expansion Slot Type SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot
Antenna Quadrifilar Helix

GPS System
Accuisition Time - Cold 120 sec
Accuisition Time - Initial Time 60 sec
Accuisition Time - Hot 15 sec
Update rate 1 per second, continuous
Max. Horizontal accuracy   < 23 feet
Enhanced position accuracy < 10 feet
Number of routes 20
Waypoints   500

Battery
Battery Type and Quantity 2 x AA Batteries
Battery Life 14 Hours

Warranty
Warranty 1 Year

Dimensions
Width 2.9 in.
Depth 1.2 in.
Height 6.5 in.
Weight 0.5 lb.

Miscellaneous
Family Line Magellan Meridian
UPC 763357108729
Product ID 109004
 
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Magellan Meridian Platinum Handheld GPS
12-channel GPS unit with 16 MB base map, barometer, and 3-axis digital compass Built-in database of U.S. cities, interstates, major roads, and airports Secure Digital memory-card slot for expanded storage Waterproof; rugged, ergonomic design Oversize gray-scale screen with backlight; includes serial PC interface
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Magellan SporTrak Pro Marine Handheld GPS (12 Channel, WAAS, Map Compatible...
12-channel handheld GPS receiver for boating and outdoor use; WAAS-enabled for 3-meter accuracy 15 MB built-in mapping database of North America, including highways, major roads, parks, waterways, and more 17 MB memory for additional map storage Store up to 20 routes, 500 waypoints and 2,000 track-points Built-in information for major tide station; fish and game calculator
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