MSN Direct
With next-generation dynamic content from MSN Direct, nuvi 5000 is one resourceful personal travel assistant. Using the included receiver and free trial service* to MSN Direct, you can check the weather, avoid traffic backups, compare local gas prices, get enhanced movie listings, stock information, news and local events when you travel with your unit. Even plan trips from the convenience of your computer, via Windows Live Local, and wirelessly send locations to nuvi 5000. However, not all of these services are available in all locations.
See it all
Get big-time navigation and mapping with the large screen nuvi 5000. This super-sized navigator is designed for RV and truck drivers and gives a big picture of the route ahead without obstructing your view. It features a whopping 5.2-inch display, preloaded maps, an FM transmitter, and lots of entertainment features for fun on the open road. With nuvi 5000's large, clear display, you won't miss a thing. View map detail, driving directions, photos, play games and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable display is always easy to read and gives you an extended view of your surroundings. nuvi 5000 also includes a composite video input so you can connect it to a rear-view camera for backing up safely.
POI, anyone?
The nuvi 5000 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT North America street maps with millions of points of interest (POIs) such as hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs, and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. In addition, nuvi 5000 accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.
Stay away from those gingerbread houses . . .
The nuvi 5000 includes advanced navigational features to take the worry out of traveling. With route planning you can save 10 routes, specify via points and preview simulated turns on the 5000's wide screen. In addition, nuvi 5000 automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for errands, deliveries, or sales calls. This is perfect for any sort of delivery vehicle. It also displays speed limits for highways and Interstates. A trip log provides an electronic bread crumb trail of up to 10,000 points, so you can see where you've been on the map. That way you can make a quick escape if anyone decides to fatten you up and eat you.
Where Am I?
Keep track of yourself and your rig with nuvi 5000. Just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. You know, just in case.
More than just getting from Point A to Point B
What makes the nuvi 5000 so much more valuable than other car GPS units? The simple fact that the nuvi 5000 is about more than just getting you from Point A to Point B; it's about enjoying the ride as well. nuvi 5000 includes many Òmust haveÓ entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, currency converters, and more. With nuvi 5000's included wireless FM transmitter you can hear audio, including voice prompts, MP3s, and audio books through your vehicle's stereo. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, as well as fun configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map. You can choose anything from the normal (station wagon) to the slightly strange (dirtbike), to the just-plain-weird (rolling cannon). There are dozens of fun icons to choose from. Optional plug-in microSD cards let you add additional features to enhance your travel experience including language translation and detailed travel guides. Garmin's SaversGuide provides information on nearby merchants offering discounts to customize your nuvi whether you're traveling or close to home. (Additional purchases and/or subscriptions required for some of the above features.) With all these features, it's safe to say nuvi 880 goes way beyond everyday navigation.
See it all
With nuvi 5000's widescreen display, you'll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read from any direction.
What's in the box?
Your purchase of the nuvi 5000 includes: nuvi 5000 in-car GPS unit, pre-loaded NT City Navigator for North America, vehicle power cable, vehicle suction cup mount, dashboard disk, USB cable, and a quick-start manual.
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Comparison Specifications
- City Navigator NT maps of US, Canada, and Puerto Rico
- Component video in allows you to watch, for example, a backup camera
- Massive 5.2" WQVGA color TFT widescreen with white backlight is readable even in sunlight
- High-sensitivity integrated (no antenna) GPS Receiver
- Comes with free 3-month trial of MSN Direct for your GPS
- Up to 3000 waypoints
- SD memory card expansion slot
Additional Specifications
- Voice prompts with street names from internal speaker
- 2D or 3D map view
- Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation)
- Choce of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, etc.)
- Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls, etc.)
- Custom POIs (ability to add additional Points of Interest)
- Picture viewer
- Configurable vehicle icons (select car-shaped icons for map navigation)
- World travel clock, currency and measurement converter, calculator
- Garmin Lock (anti-theft feature)
Manufacturer Specifications
- Keeps track of your journeys
- Built-in FM transmitter lets you listen to music or directions through your car stereo
- Internal solid state memory
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 5.65" W x 3.71" H x 0.80" D
- Weight: 9.29 oz.
Garmin nuvi 5000 Warranty Details
1-year limited warranty
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