| Available at the end of May, 2008 !!!
Go wide and get MSN Direct® with nüvi 780. This navigator has it all —
advanced navigation features, a widescreen display, preloaded maps, an FM
transmitter and hands-free calling — plus real-time local weather, traffic,
movie times, stock information, gas prices and news and local events. Like the
rest of the wide nüvi 700-series, its premium navigation capabilities, like
route planning and a handy locator, give you peace of mind on the go.
Get Enhanced MSN Direct
With next-generation dynamic content from
MSN Direct, nüvi 780
is one resourceful personal travel assistant. Using the included receiver and
free trial service¹ 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 nüvi 780.
See More
With nüvi 780'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 780 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. Simply 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 780 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 780. 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. nüvi 780
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 780 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 780's wide screen. In addition, nüvi 780
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.
Make Hands-free Calls
Talk about worry-free driving. nüvi 780 integrates Bluetooth® wireless
technology with a built-in microphone and speaker for hands-free calling. Just
pair it with your
compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 780 while staying
focused on the road. Simply dial numbers with nüvi's touchscreen keypad to make
a call. To answer calls, just tap the screen and speak directly into its
built-in microphone.
Take It With You
nüvi 780'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 780 includes many “must have”
entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player
(subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, currency converters
and more. With nüvi 780's wireless FM transmitter² 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, and
configurable vehicle icons
that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map.
Optional plug-in SD 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.
¹Includes 3 months free MSN Direct service. Some services available only in
select cities where coverage exists.
²Notice
to customers in the European Union
Physical & Performance:
|
| Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
4.8"W x 3.0"H x .8"D (12.2 x 7.6 x 2.0 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: |
rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery life: |
up to 5 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: |
SD card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations: |
500 |
| Routes: |
10 |
Features:
|
| Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands): |
no |
| Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): |
yes (internal speaker) |
| 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: |
yes |
| 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: |
no |
| 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 780
- Preloaded City Navigator® NT for
North
America
- MSN Direct receiver with integrated vehicle power cable
- 3 months free MSN Direct service*
- Vehicle suction cup mount**
- Dashboard disc
- USB cable
- Quick start manual
*Includes 3 months free MSN Direct service. Some services available only in
select cities where coverage exists |