Magellan Triton 2000 Handheld Navigation System
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- Date: Friday, 22 May 09 5:20:40 GMT
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I've been using this device for biology for about a year now and in fact, the software has improved dramatically, but it still has a ways to go. I find the processor VERY SLOW at times. Yes, all caps. The features buttons are often cranky and stiff - thus needing a good push to work. The touch screen is great - kudos on that feature. I compared reliability to a Magellan sub-meter GPS unit in open grassland and its +/- a meter - that's pretty sharp! I hope that Magellan still works on their end of the software - last release was 6 months ago and it needs some tuning for sure! Certainly you must update to the 11/28/08 update, otherwise the device is unusable.
I understand that there were a lot of problems with earlier firmware/software across this entire product line. All I can say is: Thanks! I am more pleased with the Triton 2000 than about any other electronics I have ever purchased, and I think the bad press led to the price drop. I use this baby every weekend when I go hiking in the (very desolate) mountains and deserts here in NM. Battery life is excellent, touch screen is bright and can be used with gloves, and the ability to automatically geotag the pictures I take of every petroglyph, mineral outcrop, ancient stone building, artifact, and panoramic view I have the benefit of stumbling across down here is almost beyond description. The NatGeo 7.5 minute topos are great, and there is good unlicensed software out there also. I definitely need the dustproof aspect, and being able to wash it in the sink is another bonus.
The Magellan Triton 2000 is a serious piece of junk! I use various GPSr all the time, daily, as an avid geocacher (TheAlabamaRambler), as a traveler and as a hunter and fisherman. I have owned 7 GPSr. I tried today to use a Triton 2000 to find 3 geocaches, hide 1, connect to my XP computer and load National Geographic TOPO software. It failed at every task. It even bombed out when calibrating the compass repeatedly! In five hours of intermittent daytime (no backlight) use it ate two sets of batteries. I never did get it to connect to the PC. Magellan tech support acknowleded that there is a "bug" in the installation software and said they'd call me back within 48 hours. I told them don't bother and took this clunker back. The Garmin GPSmap 60CSx is a FAR superior GPSr.
Now that I have this GPS working with maps from TOPO! loaded in the SD card, this is a fantastic device for locating myself while hiking. The receiver works really well, and I have had no problems with the system crashing. There are lots of nice features, and I'm getting used to the menus quickly. Perhaps Magellan and National Geographic have worked out some of the bugs that bedeviled the initial release of the Triton series.
For context: I started using TOPO! in 1998, before Wildflower Productions was taken over by National Geographic, and I am used to using survey grade GPS devices and connecting them to computers. Even with this background, it took me over two hours to figure out how the get the Triton to negotiate with my computer. Magellan documentation for the Triton is hopeless. NG has a very useful support page that describes how to set up the Triton for communicating with TOPO!, but it is difficult to locate on their web page and it is not entirely accurate. But now that I know what to do, transferring maps is quick and easy, and the device works well.
Magellan's gps software, Vantage Point, is poorly documented and not very robust. Also, the documentation for the camera (which is not a very good camera) and the mp3 player are pretty much non-existent. Apparently, Magellan has a lot of faith in the abilities of the American consumer.
Final thought: this is the future of GPS. Who wants to use a device where all you see is a blank screen with a marching stick figure or highways? If you are out hiking, especially off trail, you need to see where you are on detailed topo maps. Garmin sells 1:100,000 topographic maps , but these are worthless compared to the 1:24,000 USGS topo maps that come with TOPO!. Yes, you have to purchase the topo maps from National Geographic, but you also have to buys maps from Garmin. Remember how awful the first digital cameras were? They got better because people bought them and financed the innovation that lead to the fantastic cameras we now enjoy. Magellan went out on a limb and created a great device that needs a bit of tweaking and a good manual; I'm happy to help support their innovation. Once the Triton is set up, it is very easy to use. I plan on using the Triton 500 for my college-level geology students.
You can use it only in USA. Just roads maps. Good product...but limited because of the support. I sold it
The Magellan Triton 2000 is so easy to use that its user manual may never make it out of the box. It reinvents handheld GPS by combining the world¿s first handheld color touch-screen interface, new Magellan VantagePoint¿ content management software, exclusive compatibility with National Geographic TOPO!® maps, and the superior feature set that outdoor enthusiasts need and expect.
Magellan's new Triton series seeks to reinvent the handheld GPS by combining extreme ease of use, rugged durability, and a unique direct-upload capability for National Geographic TOPO! maps The high-end Triton 1500 and 2000 also feature the first handheld touch-screens and multimedia capabilities that can be used to accentuate geocoding. Want to know which Triton is Right for You? Click here to see a feature comparison of all Tritons. See More, Hear More, Capture The Moment The Triton 2000 has a big 2.7-inch (diagonally) full-color touchscreen display, and a rich array of multimedia features. View photos and listen to MP3 files via the embedded speaker or headphone jack. Use the integrated 2-Megapixel camera to shoot geocoded pictures in the field. An integrated speaker and microphone let you record audio files to associate with geographic locations Accurate Bearings A simple-to-use, 3-axis electronic compass delivers stationary heading and bearing at any altitudeâ??without having to be horizontal to the ground, even in uneven terrain and high altitudes. An embedded barometer tracks atmospheric pressure changes to give more accurate altitude readings and indicate changes in weather. An embedded LED flashlight helps you find your way at night. First handheld GPS compatible with National Geographic TOPO! maps Use Magellan Vantage point software to add, store and manage optional maps, tracks, waypoints, routes, geocaches and other user-generated content Incredible Map Versatility Pre-loaded base maps and uploadable detail maps identify major roads, rivers, lakes, cities, and other geographical boundaries, and its SD card slot offers unlimited storage possibilities. Every Triton includes VantagePoint software to manage maps, view saved routes, and more. Through an exclusive partnership with the National Geographic Society, Magellan Triton series devices are the first and only handheld GPS units configured to directly upload National Geographicâ??s award-winning TOPO! maps. TOPO! Maps provide five layers of the best maps availableâ??from National Geographic Atlas maps to the most detailed USGS topographic maps. View the maps in 3D on your PC, select the map areas you want, and upload them to your Magellan Tritonâ??the industry's easiest-to-use handheld navigation device! Takes a Licking Rugged and waterproof to IPX-7 standards, the Triton 2000 defeats harsh environments; it can withstand a drop to concrete and immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. Easily replaceable AA batteries ensure you'll always have power when you need it most, while its integrated antenna enables clear receptionâ??even in heavy cloud cover and deep canyons. What's In The Box Triton 2000 GPS receiver, USB data cable, 2 AA batteries, VantagePoint software, Quick reference guide and CD Optional Accessories Bike mount Swivel mount Windshield mount Vehicle power adapter (12-24 watts) AC power adapter Carrying case NMEA cable Product Specifications GPS Chipset: SiRFstarIII Processor: 400 MHz GPS accuracy: 3-5 meters Antenna Type: Patch USB: 1.1 Internal Memory: 128 MB External Memory: SD card NMEA Output: Yes Product Dimensions: 5.75 inches H x 2.5 inches W x 1.13 inches D (14.6 cm H x 6.6 cm W x 2.9 cm D) Product Weight with Batteries: 7.9 oz (224 g) Screen Size: 2.7 inches diagonally (6.86 cm) Screen Resolution: QVGA (320 x 240) Battery Type: 2 x AA Battery Life: 10 hours Type of Backlight: LED Water Resistance: IPX-7 User Interface: Touch screen/keypad Barometer: Yes Compass Type: Electronic 3D Camera: 2 Mega Pixel Advanced Software Features VantagePoint: Yes Software Compatible: Topo Canada, Topo Mexico, U.S. Topo Basic, U.S. Topo Premium, Lakes USA; Mountain Dynamics; National Geographic TOPO!; BlueNav Pre-Loaded Base Maps: Contiguous 48 United States, Alaska, Canada, worldwide geographic boundaries Fish/Hunt times: Yes Sun/Moon Phases: Yes Vertical Profiles: Yes Localization Mean: MSDK Language Support: English (default), French User Grids: Yes Coordinate Systems: Latitude/Longitude and UTM Which Triton is Right for You? 200 300 400 500 1500 2000 Screen Size diagonal 2.2 inches 2.2 inches 2.2 inches 2.2 inches 2.7 inches 2.7 inches USB Data Cable Included SD Card Slot Internal Memory 10 MB 10 MB 64 MB 64 MB 128 MB 128 MB Barometer Touch Screen Speaker & Microphone AA Batteries Included LED Flashlight Processor 266 MHz 266 MHz 266 MHz 266 MHz 400 MHz 400 MHz Camera Dimensions (H x W x D) inches 4.65 x 2.16 x 1.22 4.65 x 2.16 x 1.22 4.65 x 2.16 x 1.22 4.65 x 2.16 x 1.22 5.75 x 2.5 x 1.13 5.75 x 2.5 x 1.13 Weight ounces 6.6 6.6 6.6 6.6 8 8 About Magellan Magellan is a leader in the consumer, survey, GIS, and OEM GPS navigation and positioning markets. Recognized as an industry innovator, the Company is the creator of the award-winning Magellan RoadMate series and the Magellan Maestro portable car navigation systems, the Magellan eXplorist and the Magellan Triton outdoor handheld navigation devices, and the Hertz NeverLost car navigation system, the best-selling single frequency GPS survey product line on the market. The Magellan Maestro series includes such unique features as built-in AAA travel information and voice command and control drivingâ??which no other portable GPS manufacturer in the U.S. or Canada offers. The company is recognized worldwide through its Magellan brand and has experienced dramatic revenue growth as GPS technology has proliferated across a range of consumer and commercial applications. The Company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with European headquarters in Carquefou, France.
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