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Garmin Nuvi 200W Review

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Specs & Features

Released

1 year ago

Antenna

Built-in

Audible Features

Voice Navigation Instructions

Battery Life

5 Hours

Battery Type and Quantity

Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

Compatible Devices

Notebook

Compatible PDA OS

Windows 2000

Depth

0.8 in.

Designation

Automobile

Display Size

3.81 in. x 2.25 in.

Display Type

65k Colors Display

Enhanced accuracy

WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled

Expansion Slot Type

SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot

Form Factor

Fixed

Height

2.9 in.

Included Software/Maps

Europe Maps, Germany Maps

MPN

nuvi 200W

Map capabilities

Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards

PC Interface

Receiver type

12 Channels

Resolutions

480 x 272

Special Features

Waypoint Icons, JPEG Image Viewer, Converter, Calculator

Trip calculator

Shortest time, Shortest distance, Maximum speed, Odometer, Current speed, Route Recalculation, Trip Timers, Avoid toll roads

User interface

Touch Screen

Waypoints

Weight

0.38 lb.

Width

4.8 in.

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What People Say

When it decides to aquire the statilte it works great, problem is it takes about 5 minutes or longer to do this most of the time for me. Be sure to research the model on the web, you will find other users that complain about this problem with this model, curouis that no one has complained about it on tiger. from Tigerdirect.com Poor instructions (comes with a quick start manual with limited info but a more detailed manual is nowhere to be found). A special USB cable (not provided)is necessary to connect the GPS to your PC. Website confusing and its difficult to determine just what updates and maps should be downloaded. The free updated map download is over 2GB in size and may take over 2 hours with a typical broadband internet connection. You have a limited amount of time to download. Future updates, should you choose to receive them, apparently cost $100 After the 2 hour map download it may take 5 minutes or so to extract the file. When the actual download started I got an error message that the GPS did not have a sufficient amount of storage space to accept the updated map (38 mb short). Finally determined (after searching the website info) that it is necessary to delete the language files that are not being used on the GPS to free up enough space to download the map. This necessary fix should be from Tigerdirect.com I purchased a Nuvi 200w and LOVE IT!!! It has all the standard features that you would expect from a GPS unit and it does a real good job. I also use it for GEOCACHING.com. I got this unit just for that feature. I can load all my points of interest and it will take me there. Along with the Hidden feature of the satalite view that will give me the coordinates of my position to help me find the prize. I am giving the Garmen Nuvi 200W 5 stars across the board. from Tigerdirect.com Pros: Up to date maps, voice directions, preloaded business addresses with more downloads available. from Shopping.com This is my first GPS. For the price this unit does a good job. This is a point A to point B GPS. If that is all you need this GPS won't disappoint you. Just remember that as soon as you get it. To go to the garmin website and register your product and get a new FREE map download. 2009 are already out. from Tigerdirect.com This is my 4th Garmin GPS. we have had such good results & performance with them. My wife has one to walk with, I have one to bike & one for my truck & I got her one for her car. This is the best unit yet. More features & you get the free 2009 map updates if you go & register it right after you get it. We have several family & friends that have Garmins also. I have never had a bad experience with them. This is a must have for sure. My 1st was over twice this cost & doesn't have near the features. from Tigerdirect.com Pros: small, efficient design. Everything you need in a GPS. from Shopping.com I was very pleased with my Nuvi. It is easy to use, voice is easy to understand, screen is wonderful to read even at night. Very pleased overall, Great buy for the money! from Tigerdirect.com I purchased one of these 200W devices and was so impressed I purchased a second. They both perform as expected and I find no problems whatsoever. from Tigerdirect.com Pros: A popular brand, easy to use and affordable. from Shopping.com