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Please Also Read "What The Heck Is A GPS?"

If you are in the market for a new GPS receiver, the first thing you should do is create a list of desirable features. You want to look not only for features that are state-of-the-art, but also for features that allow for future upgradability.
Some important features to look for in a GPS:

Ability to receive 12 satellite channels simultaneously
Fast acquisition
WAAS compatibility
Ease of use
Waterproof design that floats
Ability to upload additional map information
Reputable manufacturer
Additional features to look for:

Built-in mapping
Built-in electronic compass
Customizable navigation screens
Expandable via removable Secure Digital Memory Cards
Built-in barometer and thermometer
Customizable tracking functions
Multiple backlight settings
Fortunately, Thales Navigation (pronounced ‘TAL-less, not THĀLES) has produced a unit that fills ALL of the above criteria, and more, with their Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS.
The Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS redefines the standard for personal GPS receivers by combining up-to-the-minute technology with advanced features. With features such as the ability to track weather trend data and upgradability by the use of industry standard Secure Digital Memory Cards, Magellan leads the industry and manages to raise the bar a few notches at the same time. The Meridian Platinum also offers a three-axis electronic compass, giving an accurate heading even while standing still.
The Magellan Meridian Platinum sits at the very apex of the easy-to-use category. Users will find its ambidextrous design extremely welcome and intuitive. ALL of the buttons are within easy reach of the user's thumb, making menu and navigation screen access quick and easy.
The Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS, like the other units from the Meridian family, offers the user access to seven different navigation screens, including a map screen and compass screen.
Contained within the rugged rubber armor is a basemap of US-based interstate highways, state highways, major roads, parks, waterways, airports, cities, and more. Users may select to add even more data by purchasing MapSend Streets and/or MapSend Topo.
The Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS is SO well designed, it makes us want to go out and get lost! Ferdinand Magellan himself should have had it so good.
Are you in the market for a new GPS receiver? Check out the complete line of Magellan Meridian products!

Meridian
Platinum
Meridian
Gold
Meridian
Meridian
Marine

Watch for upcoming issues as we walk you through the basic
functions of the Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS Receiver.

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