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DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Waterproof Hiking GPS Review

DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Waterproof Hiking GPS Feature

32-channel STMicroelectronics Cartesio chipset; dual-core processor for blazing-fast performance
500 MB of available onboard Flash memory; support for high-capacity SD cards (SDHC) up to 32 GB
3-axis electronic compass; Barometric altimeter
More detailed onboard base map data for the U.S.
Fast USB 2.0 data transfers to in-device SD card(no external card reader required)

DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Waterproof Hiking GPS Overview

The Earthmate PN-40 is a high-sensitivity, high-performance, bright-color-screen handheld GPS that offers an unrivaled selection of display options including up-to-date DeLorme Topo USA topographic maps, color aerial imagery, USGS 7.5-min. topographic quad maps, and NOAA nautical charts.

The Earthmate PN-40 is a high-sensitivity, high-performance, bright-color-screen handheld GPS that offers an unrivaled selection of display options.

Aerial Imagery in the Palm of Your Hand

Serious Performance

New--Blazing-fast, high-sensitivity 32-channel STMicroelectronics Cartesio chipset
New--Dual-core processor for instantaneous map and satellite imagery redraws, even with large aerial imagery files and multiple maps layers
360¡ raster rotation sets the PN-40 apart from other common GPS handhelds. With 360¡ rotation road, building, and other images really are on your left or right as you look at the map and walk, bike or drive
New--3-axis electronic compass with included accelorometer performs when held in any positionÑwhile in motion or standing still
New--Sensitive barometric altimeter for reliably accurate altitude readings
WAAS-enabled for accuracy within 3 meters
New--Now supports SDHC high-capacity SD cards (up to 32 GB) for fast and direct map transfer from the included maps discs

Serious Maps

Included. Comes with three discs containing detailed hybrid topographic and street maps of the entire USA. You do not need anything else to hike, geocache, or navigate the backcountry. It's all in the box.
Also Included: Sample Certificate. A certificate is included for downloading sample supplementary datasets. Take a "test drive" with any of the supplementary datasets DeLorme offers: high-resolution aerial imagery, USGS 7.5-Minute Quad Map, NOAA Nautical Charts, and more..
And for Only .95! Then, once you're convinced, subscribe to the NEW DeLorme Map Library for only .95 per year. Get all the USGS Quads, NOAA nautical charts and high-resolution color aerial imagery to layer WITH your topo and street maps for only .95! No hidden charges.

Serious Tough

The PN-40 is waterproof to the IEC 529 IPX7 standard
Designed to function in high-humidity environments, including consistent humidity levels over 90%, and in the rain
The PN-40 has been rigorously tested to function in high-vibration conditions such as off-road driving
Operating temperature range for the PN-40 is -20 degrees C to +75 degrees C. The PN-40 should function in extreme cold as well as rapidly-changing temperature environments

Serious Value

No one else offers COMPLETE U.S. hybrid, routable Topographic and Street maps WITH your initial purchase
In addition, for the extremely low price of .95 annually, subscribe to the DeLorme Map Library of downloads for all the USGS 7.5-minute Quads, NOAA nautical charts, and Hi-Resolution Aerial Imagery you want. All downloads are accessed through the convenient NetLink tab of your DeLorme software

Serious Quality, Service & Support
And as if the PN-40, Included Topo and Detailed Street Map and the huge values of the MapLibrary Subscription were not enough, you get serious DeLorme quality:

Renowned DeLorme-Quality Maps
Quality Geospatial Engineering
Quality Hardware Engineering
Quality U.S.-Based Customer Service
Quality U.S.-Based Technical Support and Open Online GPS User Forms

What Else Should I Know?

High-Performance Technology
Features STMicroelectronics Cartesio chipset and updated DeLorme firmware for amazing signal acquisition and retention, map scrolling and redraw--even with multiple layers of imagery, topo and street maps.

Multiple Views of the Same GPS Location
On-device data layering lets you select which map or imagery type to see of your GPS location. Switch among data types to gain a comprehensive view of where you are--it's revolutionary and provides a whole new level of geographic detail.

Bright Color Screen
Works in bright sunlight to total darkness. Sharp¨ brand screen featuring the latest transflective screen technologies to maximize visibility under a variety of lighting conditions.

Rugged and Waterproof
Conforms to IPX-7 waterproof standard with impact-resistant rubberized housing for a solid grip. Concealed battery compartment with SD card slot. Includes two AA batteries.

Easy Exchange of Maps, Tracks, and Waypoints
Exchange routes, tracks and waypoints between the GPS and Topo USA (two-way transfers).

Extensive On-Device Memory
1-GB of internal flash memory available in addition to the pre-loaded world base map. Holds up to ten tracks (10,000 points per track); 1,000 user-defined waypoints; and 50 routes. SD slot also available.

Comes with three discs containing detailed hybrid 1:100k topographic and street maps of the entire USA. You do not need anything else to hike, geocache, or navigate the backcountry. It's all in the box.

Complete Detailed U.S. Street and Topographic Maps Included

Detailed U.S. Street & Topographic Maps

Cut & transfer custom map packages of the exact coverage you want
Detailed vector-based maps created from the USGS topographic data & the latest DeLorme U.S. street & trail network
U.S. land cover including bodies of water, wetlands, forests, mountains, glaciers, grasslands, rock cover & more
Contour lines with elevation numbers
Fully routable when combined with the corresponding Regional Highway map
By default, saved map packages include data zoom levels 8-17 (which translates to a scale of 4 miles through 40 ft). Saved maps display all roads, land cover, and contours

The DeLorme World Base Reference Map

Preloaded on the Earthmate GPS PN series
High-level map includes country borders, highways & major roads
Displays interstates and major highways at scales of 500 miles to 8 miles
Created by DeLorme's staff of professional cartographers

Sample Map Library Downloads
Each purchase comes with a Certificate for worth of FREE Supplementary Data Downloads

What's in the Box

Earthmate GPS PN-40 handheld GPS Receiver With Pre-Loaded Worldwide Highway and Major Road Basemap, DeLorme PN-40 Edition Topo USA 8 Software, Certificate for Worth of Sample Supplementary Data Downloads, USB Data-Transfer Cable, Neck Lanyard, 2 AA Batteries, Getting Started Guide, Owners' Manual

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Monday, July 18, 2011