Amazingly easy to use, it is the next-generation handheld GPS for precision outdoor navigation. Large, full-color display shows maps and data with crystal clear graphics. Rugged and waterproof (IPX-7). The Triton has reinvented the handheld GPS with simple menus, instant access buttons, intuitive scroll pad and crystal clear graphics. This interface allows you to navigate without the need for a Ph.D. The large display shows maps, simple menus, navigation screens and other data in brilliant color. Basemap of the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska, and Canada (major highways, city centers, parks, lakes and more) plus worldwide geographic boundaries. See your direction of travel, distance and position of destination, heading, bearing, speed and more on the beautiful graphic compass screen. The chipset inside the Triton GPS offers superior GPS accuracy using the Wide Area Augmentation System. The software allows you to easily manage user generated content, updates and upgrades on your PC. View saved routes and tracks. Customize them for future trips or create new ones.

• Full-color 2.2 inch display
• Built-in maps
• Points of interest
• Preprogrammed points of interest include parks, city centers, airports, historical monuments and more
• Compass screen
• 3-meter accuracy
• SiRFstar III chipset and integrated multidirectional antennae
• Access exclusive VantagePoint (TM) software
• Source Two AA Batteries (not included)
• Battery Life 10 hours
• GPS SiRF Star III (TM) 20 channels, WAAS/EGNOS
• Acquisition Time Hot: 20 seconds, Cold: 60 seconds, Initial: 2 minutes
• Update Rate Once per second
• GPS Accuracy 3 to 5 meters (10 - 16 feet)
• WAAS/EGNOS, < 7 meters (15 feet) GPS only
• Languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Portuguese.
• Coordinate Systems Latitude/Longitude, UTM, OSGB, Irish, Swiss, Swedish, Finnish, German, French, USNG, MGRS, Indian, Dutch.
• SD RAM 10 MB
• Antenna Type Built-in multidirectional patch
• Keypad Nine direct-access keys
• Operating Range 14 to 140°F (-10 to 60°C)

The Triton has the optional ability to add detailed maps when you purchase a Data Cable). You can also upload optional marine cartography, topographic maps, and other data including the highly-detailed and feature-packed National Geographic Maps based on USGS 1:24.000 series quads. The Triton GPS unit uses a constellation of between 24 and 32 Medium Earth Orbit satellites that transmit precise microwave signals, which enable GPS receivers to determine location.

Questions:
Q:What are User Profiles and how do I set them?
Answer:
User profiles enable you to adjust the settings for backlight and power timers. They are also used to activate or deactivate alarms and select map detail. There are 3 types of customizable user profiles: hiking, marine and Geocache. Press the MENU key. Select “View.” Select “Profiles.” Select the user profile you would like to change and press the PAGE / GO TO button. You can make changes to the power and display settings on the first page. Press the PAGE / GO TO button again to show the map display options. Use the scroll keys and press Enter to set the level of map detail and which features you would like to appear on the map. Press the PAGE / GO TO button again to show the Alert settings for waypoint proximity and arrival. Change the settings using the scroll keys and press Enter. Press the PAGE / GO TO button again to complete your adjustments. Press Enter to activate your profile, then press Escape (esc) to return to the map screen.