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The StreetPilot 7200's huge 7-inch touch-screen display means you'll always see where you're going, from anywhere in the vehicle. Designed for larger vehicles such as RVs, semi-trucks, and buses, it is a premium automotive unit that comes preloaded with City Navigator NT detailed maps of North America. With the purchase of an optional sensor (not included), the unit notifies the driver of accidents, road construction and weather-related traffic delays before they are encountered (requires subscription, traffic service only for select cities where coverage exists). Either of two optional purchase sensors can provide these features, the GTM 10 FM TMC traffic sensor or the GXM 30 Smart Antenna (separate purchase required). ln addition to traffic data, the GXM 30 provides real-time satellite weather information. The 7200 model features all of Garmin's well-known GPS functions, including intuitive navigation and automatic route calculation; voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions; 2D or 3D map view; and automatic rerouting if a motorist strays off course. With its P0l Loader software, users can load custom points-of-interest such as school zones or safety cameras. The StreetPilot 7200 also includes entertainment options, including an internal MP3 player, XM radio, and playback of audio books. The built-in MP3 player lets users browse music by artist, album, song, or genre. The XM Radio (with the optional GXM 30 Smart Antenna and XM Satellite Radio subscription - not included) features 150-plus channels of commercial-free entertainment. The StreetPilot 7200 is also compatible with www.audible.com, a subscription-based audio book service. The face of the StreetPilot 7200 only has one button, an on/off switch. Using simplicity to manage complexity is a hallmark of the quality from Garmin, the premier maker of GPS products.

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With a massive, seven-inch touchscreen display and groundbreaking traffic information, weather and entertainment features, the Garmin 7200 is the essential tool for all your travels. Garmin has designed the 7200 specifically for larger vehicles such as RVs, semi-trucks, and buses. lt offers premium features for those who spend lots of time on the road and demand the best.

The Garmin 7200 is ready to go right out of the box.

Navigation begins with a simple screen. View larger

Thanks to XM- or GTM-powered traffic data that is integrated into the unit's 3-D map display, you can see what hazards or traffic disruptions are in your area. View larger

Load up your favorite MP3s and play them. View larger

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And don't forget to check the weather, which is also powered by XM. View larger

The Latest Traffic Technology
The 7200 offers a choice of mobile traffic information options. First, you can choose an optional GTM 10 or GTM 11 FM antenna that allows you to get traffic alerts broadcasted by Clear Channel in select U.S. cities. This service will display congested areas on a color-coded map, allowing you to avoid traffic by simply pushing a button that calculates a new route.

lf you want to step up to the next level of driving data, choose the optional GXM 30 antenna, which provides compatibility with XM satellite radio services. XM NavTraffic is the first nationwide satellite-based data traffic information service to enable an onscreen overlay of current traffic conditions. The 7200 uses this data to automatically calculate and suggest faster alternative routes long before traffic starts backing up. Accidents, road construction, or other incidents affecting traffic are graphically represented as icons on the navigation map. Precise information relating to a traffic incident is also available, including the exact location of the incident, the lanes affected, and the predicted duration. What's more, roadways are color-coded to indicate directional traffic flow speed.

The 7200 can also keep you up to date on weather conditions, thanks to XM weather data. Current weather conditions for over 2,000 locations and weather forecasts for 162 cities are displayed on the screen. United States county storm and flood warnings are also highlighted, giving you the best and latest information available for your travels.

The 7200 can also serve as a powerful entertainment device, as it offers more than 150 channels of XM satellite radio channels, featuring 100-percent commercial-free music, as well as more than 30 channels of news, sports, and talk. You can send XM and navigation audio to your car stereo through the StreetPilot's integrated FM wireless transmitter or via an integrated 3.5 mm stereo headphone/line-out plug. And if that's not enough, the 7200 also comes equipped with an MP3 player that lets you take your personal music collection on the road. Loading music from your computer is drag-and-drop easy, and there's no need for special software. The 7200 also works as an audiobook player; you can download books from audible.com and enjoy your favorite authors on the road. Plus, thanks to the 7200's AV in connector, you can connect and play portable device, such as a DVD player, on the unit's massive screen. For safety's sake, entertainment audio is muted when navigation instructions are given.

Top-Tier GPS Performance
The 7200 is a high-end GPS navigation device with text-to-speech functionality that allows the unit to audibly announce the names of upcoming streets and points of interest. This lets you keep your eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways. The 7200's 480 x 234 widescreen, automotive-grade touchscreen display automatically dims and brightens based on ambient light conditions. An included wireless remote control can be used to operate the device's functions.

Finding your way with the 7200 starts with inputting a location on the touchscreen. Next, the unit's text-to-speech feature speaks to you just like a back-seat driver, telling you the names of streets and when to turn and in what direction. And if you happen to miss a turn, don't worry--the 7200 automatically calculates a new route to your destination. ln addition to point-to-point navigation, the 7200 can calculate the most efficient route between multiple destinations--a real time saver for realtors, salespeople, and errand runners. You can also tell the unit to avoid specific areas or road segments when calculating a route. With the 7200, you have the option of choosing from a three-dimensional mapping perspective, or from one of several 2-D overhead viewing options. What's more, audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings help you navigate more quickly while you keep your eyes on the road.

An integrated dash-mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release, and an integrated speaker enables the 2730 to deliver voice prompts (or, as mentioned, you can use the built-in FM transmitter to route commands to your vehicle stereo system.) An internal antenna that communicates with up to 12 GPS satellites is provided, as is a USB port for PC connectivity. There's also an MCX-type connector for hooking up an optional external GPS antenna, as well as a SecureDigital (SD) memory card slot and a headphone jack.

Another time- and frustration-saving feature of the 7200 is the database of preloaded maps and points of interest. Gone are the days of uploading partial maps from your computer to your GPS device: the 7200 has them all built in. The unit comes preloaded with Garmin's highly detailed MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps of the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Finding points of interest along your route is made easy with the 7200's huge built-in database of nearly six million hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions. Garmin has also made it easy for users to upload custom points of interest--now you can add school zones or safety cameras to your database. You can even turn on a proximity alert to notify you of upcoming custom points of interest.

Note: Subscriptions are required for XM NavTraffic and XM Radio services. A subscription may be required for use of the GTM 10 or GTM 11 traffic services, which are not available in all areas.

What's in the Box
StreetPilot 7200, MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps, integrated FM wireless transmitter, alphanumeric remote control, 12-volt adapter cable, USB interface cable, A/C power adapter, quick-release dash mount, quick reference guide, and owner's manual.

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Buyer's feedback: - * Garmin has a winner with the 7200 ...
My third GPS in 6 years. This one was gotton for my motorhome, what a great choice. The 7 inchcr screen is great. No problem viewing your location. Very user freindly directions. Touch screen is easy to use while still keeping a heads up on your driving. POI data is great for finding a good place to eat and or stay while in that strange town. Garmin will always be there for any problems.

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Buyer's feedback: - Garmin StreetPilot 7200
I have used the 2620 for sometime and like it a needed wanted a bigger screen so I bought this one. To bad is does't have a bean bag mount. Still I was inpressed.

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Buyer's feedback: - * Garmin 7200 ...
This was a recommendation from my brother, and he was right in all respects. This device is just what I wanted and more. It has a huge screen that is readable in just about all light. The maps are clear and well marked, and the services it provides ie lodging, food, gas, recreation whereabouts, and others is superb. Amazingly the device fits into the coin tray of our Expedition between the front seats and just below the dash, but has no trouble receiving the GPS signals and holding them as well as the GPS on my boat can. So the machine is not in my driving view, but in view, and reachable for adjustment by either my self or wife.
We particularly liked the XM radio feature as that is our choice for satelite radio. We like the news, traffic and weather features of XM as we travel about the country. This device also uses that information to look ahead on your route and suggest adjustments to the route to miss traffic. This actually happened to us: We were coming north and following the device's suggestions to by-pass Washington DC. New construction changed some exit ramps and the 7200 was not up to date on the new ramps. So we used our old standby route, and the machine immediately recalculated our route. It actually used a new way for us, that was interesting, and we wondered about it. But we took its advice and went as it directed. When we rejoined Rt 95 north, behind us was a huge traffic jamb as far as the eye could see, and the 7200 had taken us around it. All that without our prompting it. It saved surely an hour on our trip.
My only regret is that the XM radio antenna which is extra and required for reception, should cost about one third of what it does.
The machine is expensive compared to the little ones available today, but none of them have all the features of this one. Further it articulates street names very well, better than I can.

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Buyer's feedback: - Exceeds expectations
The unit is very effective in selecting routes and giving turn warnings. I like the list of nearby places for finding lodging, golf courses and restaurants in unfamiliar locales. Some times in rural areas and where new streets hae been constructed the machine gets a little confused.

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Buyer's feedback: - * Garmin, Make it truly portable ...
This unit is great: It is intuitive and easy to program and the big screen is just what is called for when you get my age. The only draw-back is it won't fit on a bean bag and what's portable about something you have to sticky tape on your dash or screw into the dash?? The Garmin tech guy steered me to Ram Mount which makes a heavy duty dash device that acts like a bean bag and a suction cup mount. I tried them both and like the suction cup (it's really industrial grade) better. Garmin- we want to take it for rent-a-cars when we travel. Another screen that they ought to have is total miles to destination and not just to the next fork-in-the-road. Both ought to be displayed. That said, it still is terrific.