| Available at the end of August, 2008 !!!
Simply speaking, nüvi 850 is one advanced navigator. It features speech
recognition (SR), a widescreen display, preloaded maps, an FM transmitter and
more. Like the rest of the wide nüvi 800-series, just speak a menu option and
nüvi obeys your command.
Speak Commands
nüvi 850 not only tells you where to turn but listens to your spoken
commands. With nüvi’s innovative speech recognition, you safely control nüvi’s
interface with your voice — allowing you to keep both hands on the wheel. Simply
press the button on the remote (which attaches to the steering wheel) to
activate speech recognition and begin speaking menu options. nüvi even
recognizes shortcut phrases for popular functions. Tell nüvi "Find Address" and
speak an address to start navigating.
See More
With nüvi 850'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.
Navigate With Ease
nüvi 850 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City
Navigator® NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs) such as
hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs and more. Speak a menu option or touch
the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi 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, nüvi 850
accepts custom
points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set
proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.
Where am I?
Keep track of yourself and your car with nüvi 850. Just speak or 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. nüvi 850 even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks
your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate
with nüvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar
spots and crowded lots such as amusement parks, stadiums and malls.
Plan Ahead
nüvi 850 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 850's wide screen. In addition, nüvi 850
automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for
errands, deliveries or sales calls. 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.
Take It With You
nüvi 850's high-sensitivity internal (non flip-up) antenna gives it a
sleeker, thinner design than the nüvi 600-series, making it easy to slip in your
pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for
navigation by car or on foot.
Go Beyond Navigation
Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 850 includes many “must have”
entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player
(subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, currency
converters, games,
alarm clock and more. With the included wireless FM transmitter¹, you can hear
audio, including voice prompts, MP3s and audio books, through your vehicle's
stereo. It also includes optional MSN® Direct and comes with Garmin Lock™, an
anti-theft feature, and
configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show
your location on the map. Optional plug-in microSD cards let you add additional
features to enhance your travel experience including
language
translation and detailed
travel guides. Our
SaversGuide®
provides information on nearby merchants offering discounts to customize your
nüvi whether you’re traveling or close to home.
Physical & Performance:
|
| Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
4.9"W x 3.1"H x .7"D (12.4 x 7.8 x 1.77 cm) |
| Display size, WxH: |
3.81"W x 2.25"H (9.7 x 5.7 cm); 4.3" diag (10.9 cm) |
| Display resolution, WxH: |
480 x 272 pixels |
| Display type: |
WQVGA color TFT with white backlight |
| Weight: |
6.2 ounces (176 g) |
| Battery: |
removable, rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery life: |
up to 4 hours |
| Waterproof: |
no |
| High-sensitivity receiver: |
yes |
| RoHS version available: |
yes |
Maps & Memory:
|
| Basemap: |
yes |
| Preloaded maps: |
yes |
| Ability to add maps: |
yes |
| Built-in memory: |
internal solid state |
| Accepts data cards: |
microSD card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations: |
500 |
| Routes: |
10 |
Features:
|
| Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands): |
yes |
| Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): |
yes (internal dual speakers) |
| Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.")
: |
yes |
| 3D map view: |
yes |
| Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route):
|
yes |
| Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation): |
yes |
| Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road):
|
yes |
| Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.): |
yes |
| Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): |
yes |
| Hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology: |
no |
| FM traffic compatible: |
yes |
| XM® Navtraffic (includes basic weather) & Radio for U.S.
compatible: |
no |
| MSN® Direct for U.S. compatible: |
yes |
| MP3 player: |
yes |
| Audio book player: |
yes |
| Picture viewer: |
yes |
| Configurable vehicle icons (select car-shaped icons for map
navigation): |
yes |
| World travel clock, currency & measurement converter,
calculator: |
yes |
| Touchscreen: |
yes |
| Remote control: |
yes |
| FM transmitter: |
yes |
| Headphone jack/audio line-out: |
yes |
| Dead reckoning: |
no |
| Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature): |
yes |
| Motorcycle-friendly: |
no |
| Additional: |
This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® 2000 or
later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. |
What's in the Box:
- nüvi 850
- Preloaded City Navigator® NT for
North
America
- Speech recognition remote
- Vehicle suction cup mount*
- Vehicle power cable
- USB cable
- Dashboard disc
- Quick start manual
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