Now you can have global satellite navigation in your car. The Magellan® RoadMateTM 500 portable auto navigation system makes navigation easy and fun, with friendly voice prompting, turn-by-turn guidance and the latest touch screen technology. The Magellan RoadMate 500 calculates your route and automatically updates your directions when you decide to take a detour. Easily download the regions you travel in (up to 100 MB file size) to the included memory card, from 4 CD ROMs containing advanced mapping of the entire U.S. and Canada.1 Freely download and overwrite new maps before traveling to new regions. So, do away with bulky paper maps and the time it takes to log on to the Internet to get directions. The Magellan RoadMate 500 puts the ease and accuracy of vehicle navigation at your fingertips.
A comprehensive list of points of interest in your selected area makes it easy to choose your destination quickly. Search by name or category for gas stations, restaurants, hotels, ATMs, sights, amusements and more, whether you’re driving cross-country or to an unfamiliar address across town.
Lightweight and truly portable, the Magellan RoadMate 500 goes wherever you go, from your personal vehicle to your business car, to your recreational vehicle.
Built on Magellan technology found in the Hertz NeverLost® system, proven and road-tested by over 4 million drivers, the Magellan RoadMate 500 makes your driving adventure easier and more enjoyable.
The features of the Magellan RoadMate 500 give you all of the great advantages of GPS auto navigation in a compact, lightweight, portable package:
Easy to use Intuitive design and friendly user interface are combined with an extra large touch screen and dynamic backlit keypad for easy operation, plus a full-color screen that automatically adjusts to the light conditions for easy viewing day or night.
Turn-by-turn guidance with voice prompting Dynamic turn-by-turn guidance with TrueView® 3D navigation and friendly voice prompting clearly indicates when to make your next turn. The voice prompt tells you when to turn and you can confirm the direction at a glance. There’s no need to watch the screen as you follow your route with confidence.
Maps data for the U.S. and Canada The Magellan RoadMate 500 comes with 4 CD ROMs, containing advanced detailed mapping of the entire U.S. and key areas of Canada. Easily download the regions you travel in (up to 100 MB file size) to the included memory card and overwrite new maps when traveling in different regions.
True mobility Lightweight and truly portable, the Magellan RoadMate 500 is easily transferred from car to car, so you can take it with you wherever you go. Its compact size and light weight enable you to easily take it with you on business trips or whenever you change vehicles.
Built-in Tutorial There are fifteen different topics in the built-in tutorial to help you when you really need it—when you are on the road. You can easily access the tutorial at any time to find answers about: Reading the Guidance Screen, Entering an Address, Accessing Previous Destinations, Using the Trip Computer, Personalizing Settings and more.
Exceptional GPS Accuracy and Reliability Magellan RoadMate finds your location and the map continues to move with you by tracking up to 12 GPS satellites simultaneously. Assisted by the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) and the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS), the Magellan RoadMate is accurate to within 3 meters or better so that you can rest assured that you know where you are and where you’re going.
Advanced points of interest database The POI database provides comprehensive listings in your downloaded region, including businesses, banks, hotels, airports, gas stations, ATMs, restaurants, and more! You can easily select your destination by name or category to find the nearest gas station, ATM or restaurant along your route.
4 ways to select your route Shortest Time – an advanced algorithm calculates your route using shortest distance and speed limit factors. Shortest Distance – determines your best route by shortest distance traveled. Least Use of Freeways – calculates your route through city and side streets enabling you to stay off the highways when possible. Most Use of Freeways – provides directions over freeways, highways and interstates.
3 guidance screens with easy to use interface True View – shows a detailed view of actual road layout for upcoming
