Magellan RoadMate 360 2.9-Inch Portable GPS Navigator

by Magellan

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9 x 4 inches ; 2.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000B8AJ2U
• Item model number: MRM360
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (133 customer reviews)

Product Description

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Sporting a convenient windshield mount and preloaded maps of all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, the Magellan RoadMate 360 GPS makes vehicle navigation a snap. To get from point A to point B, simply touch the screen to enter an address or select from nearly two million points of interest (POI). Once the destination is clear, the RoadMate 360 delivers friendly voice prompting and turn-by-turn guidance, helping you find your way across town or across the country. The directions are displayed in TrueView 3-D format, with three convenient guidance screens, while the voice prompts help keep your eyes focused on the road when the traffic is heavy. Plus, the POIs aren't limited to just restaurants, hotels, and gas stations; they also include such locations as grocery stores, golf courses, museums, amusement parks, parking garages, ski resorts, and more.

The RoadMate 360 employs Magellan's TrueFix technology to ensure reliable accuracy within three meters. TrueFix tracks 12 GPS satellites plus two Wide-Area Augmentation Satellites (WAAS) to find your position on the map, so you'll always know where you are and where you're going. And the maps are easy to decipher thanks to the 2.9-by-2.2-inch high-resolution TFT LCD full-color display. The display's three guidance screens include TrueView, which shows a detailed view of the actual road layout, with upcoming turns and info on intersection maneuvers; MapView, with super-bright, easy-to-read, zoomable icons and text dispersed on a detailed, high-resolution map; and a Maneuver List, which tells you when and where to expect turns along the route.

Meanwhile, Magellan's Trip Planner makes it easier than ever to navigate journeys with multiple destinations. Should you need to get gas, visit the ATM, and stop by the florist before heading to the restaurant for Mom's birthday, you can simply preprogram your trip, and the RoadMate 360 figures out the easiest route. It's much less hassle than re-entering destination points after every stop. Other ways of navigating include choosing the shortest route, finding a path with the fewest toll roads or freeways, or choosing a route with the most freeways. And should one route prove problematic because of heavy traffic or a closed road, the RoadMate 360 will automatically calculate a new path.

Finally, the RoadMate 360 is remarkably easy to use. Installation is effortless--simply mount it on the windshield, plug in the power cord, and you're ready to go. The unit requires no additional wiring, and users can transfer the device from car to car or simply tuck it in a briefcase or suitcase when on the road. Once you sit down in your rental car, you'll have a comprehensive map at your fingertips. In addition, the unit automatically turns on each time you start the car, so you don't even need to mess with an on/off button.

Additional features include an address book that stores up to 200 personal or business destinations per user (for a total of 600); an Instant Locate function that immediately describes your current location, a must in case of emergency or need for roadside assistance; and QuickSpell technology, which suggests street and city matches after you type the first few letters of a destination.

The RoadMate 360 measures 6.2 by 3.1 by 1.2 inches (W by H by D) and is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
RoadMate 360 GPS, pre-installed Secure Digital (SD) card, windshield mount, power cord, and user's manual.

Product Description

980668-20 Roadmate 360 - Magellan Roadmate 360 portable GPS unit- Preloaded with maps of the United States and Canada (no need for downloads)- WAAS EGNOS (3 meter range)- Color touch screen- Turn-by-turn voice and visual guidance- Quickly input addresses or find restaurants, ATMs, hotels, etc.- Multi-destination routing- Automatic re-route calculation- 1.5 Million points of interest- Choose your route method (avoid toll roads, use freeways, etc.)- View your position on the built-in detailed map- Initial GPS fix can take up to 15 minutes- Vehicles with a coated or heat reflective windshield may require and external GPS antenna (not included)- Silver Package Contents:- GPS receiver- SD card preloaded with maps/data preinstalled in receiver- Windshield mount and cigarette lighter adapter power cable- USB cable- AC power adapter- CD-ROM manualMGROAD360

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

68 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bright, fast and everything is pre-loaded, December 29, 2005

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JD Milo (Grass Valley, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Magellan RoadMate 360 2.9-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

My husband bought me this wonderful unit for Christmas and I love it! Since it has all the maps pre-loaded we just plugged it in (with the included cigarette light adaptor), installed it (with the included windshield mount) and in a few mintues we were ready to go. It finds itself in about a minute in heavy tree cover, and in just seconds in open areas. It seems possible that the person who wrote a previous review that his unit regularly took 20 minutes for location could have forgotten to extend the antenna or his unit was defective. Also, the 360 is not meant for handheld operation (hence the name RoadMate) so it needs no internal batteries. After a quick look at the owner's manual, the Magellan is easy to use. The address autofill function is wonderful - I preloaded my personal addresses at home (with the provided AC adaptor) with ease. The voice directions are clear, the screen bright and large, the maps easy to see. It reminds me of the functional design and usability of the Mactinosh computers. I can't recommend the 360 more highly.

45 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good price, easy to use, very pleased, February 20, 2006

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K. Chen (greater boston) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Magellan RoadMate 360 2.9-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

I owned RoadMate 360 for over a month now, and I am very pleased with what it has provided so far ! If you focus on the short side of the POI database and address lookup then returned it back, you will miss alot ! I am not sure if other brand will do any better based the reviewed I have read !!
I want to comment on two thing about this unit which I like most compared with reviews from others GPS product !
1) strong recalcute route function - I personally tested it on my way home from work and missed route on purpose for three times, everytimes it came up new route exact what I am thinking in my mind ! That's why I know I can trust it if I am out of town, isn't it ! I live in suburban area of Boston !
2) reminder to turn in advance (0.5 mile) and alert you when you are approaching it with great accuracy ! No need to look at the screen when I am approaching next turn, I can totally rely on the voice instruction and never miss a turn, this is how confident I can trust it ! Thanks !

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Really sharp, with a couple of minor issues..., July 7, 2006

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C. Greer "Bob" (Houston, tx United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Magellan RoadMate 360 2.9-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

I felt like I had to write a review, since a couple of previous reviews did not match my experiences. I got mine as a wonderful XMas present in 2005. I used it to drive from Houston, TX to Seattle, WA (by way of Vegas), as well as traveling around TX & Louisiana.

First off, the windshield mount DOES bend. It's adjustable, strong suction, and a ball joint on the end for turning the GPS. Second, you CAN change the brightness. It's under Options -> Configuration -> Brightness. Right around where the volume control is. Mine also came with a paper manual (not like I really read them anyway). I never had any problems with it zooming on its own or taking a long time to recalculate a route. Usually recalculating a route after a wrong turn takes 20 seconds at the most. You CAN choose just a city without an address, you have to choose POI (point of interest) -> City Center -> type in city name. I never had any issues with poor antenna reception due to an overcast sky, and I was in Seattle for a week.

I have had issues on locating itself on startup, especially if you drove with it off for a while. Sometimes it takes up to 5 minutes to find the right location, but usually around 2-3 minutes. Numbered streets are also a bit of an issue. Most numbered streets can be typed in, however a few it will not recognize or allow you to finish typing. Not a problem in Houston, but a pain in Seattle (all the friggin' streets are numbers). It's weird since it will show the street names on the map, but still not make them available for type in.

Overall I'd say it's a winner, especially at its current price. It's worth its weight in gold on a road trip or driving in a strange town.

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EDIT: Jan 2010
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I noticed people are still reviewing this GPS. It was a good model... in 2006. Do not buy this anymore. It is very outdated when compared to the newer models. I currently have a Garmin Nuvi 350 which runs rings around this. A new GPS receiver was developed in 2007/2008 and all GPS moved to it. It's faster and more accurate.