Question:
what is a good portable gps system with truck routing option?
woohoo
2008-10-30 09:41:50 UTC
We have a box truck which we need to be able to avoid certain highways, bridges, etc so need the truck routing option for this. Thanks
Three answers:
rocketman
2008-10-30 20:49:20 UTC
Garmin has the NUVi 5000 that is made for navigator is designed for RV and truck drivers.



Get big-time navigation and mapping with the large screen nüvi 5000. This super-sized navigator is designed for RV and truck drivers and gives a big picture of the route ahead without obstructing your view. It features a whopping 5.2 inch display, preloaded maps, an FM transmitter and lots of entertainment features for fun on the open road.



See Even More



With nüvi 5000's large, clear display, you won’t miss a thing. View map detail, driving directions, photos, play games and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 5.2-inch display is easy to read and gives you an extended view of your surroundings. nüvi 5000 also includes a composite video input so you can connect it to a rear-view camera for backing up safely.

Navigate With Ease



nüvi 5000 comes with preloaded City Navigator® NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs) such as hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs and more. Touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi takes you there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road, and its 3-D digital elevation map view gives you fair warning of grade changes. nüvi 5000 also accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.

Where Am I?



In the event of an emergency, nüvi’s "Where Am I?" feature helps find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates.

Plan Ahead



nüvi 5000 includes advanced navigational features to take the worry out of traveling. With route planning, you can save 10 routes, specify via points and preview simulated turns on the 5000's wide screen. In addition, nüvi 5000 automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for errands or deliveries. It also displays speed limits for highways and Interstates. A trip log provides an electronic breadcrumb trail of up to 10,000 points, so you can see where you've been on the map.

Go Beyond Navigation



Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 5000 includes many “must have” entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, Garmin Games, Garmin Connect™ Photos and more. With nüvi 5000's wireless FM transmitter you can hear audio, including voice prompts, MP3s and audio books, through your vehicle's stereo. It's also compatible with FM traffic alerts or MSN® Direct content (receiver and subscription required). It comes with Garmin Lock™ (an anti-theft feature) and is compatible with our free Garmin Garage where you can download custom vehicles that show your location on the map. Optional plug-in SD cards let you add additional features to enhance your travel experience including detailed travel guides and our SaversGuide® which provides information on nearby merchants offering discounts.



Product Description Garmin nüvi 5000 - GPS receiver

Product Type GPS receiver

Recommended Use Automotive

Dimensions (WxDxH) 5.7 in x 0.8 in x 3.7 in

Weight 9.3 oz

Included GPS Software MapSource City Navigator North America NT

Connectivity USB

Voice Navigation instructions, street name announcement

Waypoints 3000

Routes 10

Built-in Display TFT - widescreen - 800 x 480 - color

Digital Player Yes - MP3, JPEG

Slots SD Memory Card



Specifications

General

Product Type GPS receiver

Width 5.7 in

Depth 0.8 in

Height 3.7 in

Weight 9.3 oz

GPS System

Recommended Use Automotive

Connectivity USB

Voice Navigation instructions, street name announcement

Antenna Built-in

Features Built-in speaker, calculator, clock, JPEG photo playback, built-in FM modulator, 2D / 3D map perspective, Garmin Lock, custom POIs, automatic routing

Software Included MapSource City Navigator North America NT

Navigation

Waypoints 3000

Routes 10

Trip Computer Avoid highways, avoid toll roads, fast/short route, Back-On-Track

Built-in Display

Type TFT - widescreen

Resolution 800 x 480

Diagonal Size 5.2"

Display Illumination Yes

Color Support Color

Display Menu Language English, French

Features Touch screen, anti-glare

Digital Player

Digital Player Yes

Supported Formats MP3, JPEG

Connections

Connector Type USB

Slot Provided

Slot Provided SD Memory Card

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories Car power adapter, USB cable, vehicle mount
?
2016-05-24 04:14:51 UTC
I would lean towards TomTom. They have several sized displays so you can decide which suit you best. They are about the same price as others. They have voice commands. They have updateable software so you are always as current as can be.
jadefury27
2008-10-30 09:46:56 UTC
GARMAN and TOM TOM are the best two choices.

to compare them a little go to bestbuy.com


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