The StreetPilot 2720 is a premium GPS automotive navigator that offers text-to-speech and traffic interface capabilities. In addition to the turn-by-turn voice prompted navigation available in earlier StreetPilot models, the 2720's text-to-speech functionality allows the unit to audibly announce the name of upcoming streets and points of interest (POIs), letting drivers keep their eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways.
For drivers in congested metropolitan areas, Garmin is offering the GTM 10, an optional FM RDS-TMC traffic receiver that receives digital information (where available) on traffic, road construction, and weather-related tie-ups. The GTM 10 receives data from selected FM broadcast stations in select cities throughout the United States and Europe. This optional feature lets drivers see congested areas via a color-coded map. When connected to the GTM 10, the StreetPilot 2720 uses this data to automatically calculate and suggest alternative routes based on the traffic information.
The StreetPilot 2720 also boasts a new WQVGA, color, automotive-grade, sunlight-readable, touchscreen display that automatically adjusts the unit's backlight for optimum viewing in any amount of light. Drivers can view the map in a three-dimensional perspective, or a top-down track-up or north-up view.
The StreetPilot 2720 comes preprogrammed with City Navigator North America v7 NT maps-containing detailed road maps throughout the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. This map database features nearly six million POIs - including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions. As an added benefit, you can now import customized points of interest with the help of Garmin's free POI Loader software. The possibilities are endless - upload safety cameras or school zones, and you will receive a warning if you are traveling too fast. In addition, an optional proximity-alert feature notifies you of upcoming custom POIs.
In addition to point-to-point navigation, the StreetPilot 2720 can calculate the most efficient route between multiple destinations-a real time-saver for realtors, sales forces, and errand-runners. Drivers can also tell the unit to avoid specific areas or road segments when calculating a route.
Preloaded maps-ready to use out of the box
Built-in patch antenna; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection
Turn-by-turn directions
Avoid traffic tie-ups using optional GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver*
Text-to-speech feature delivers street and POI names, as well as addresses, so you can keep your eyes on the road
Arrange destinations to minimize trip distance-a real time-saver for realtors, sales forces, and errand-runners
Import custom POIs such as restaurants and safety cameras from industry-standard CSV files
Proximity-alert feature warns of upcoming custom POIs, such as safety cameras and school zones
Touch-screen and alphanumeric remote control
View the map in either a three-dimensional perspective or top-down track-up or north-up view
3.8"-diagonal WQVGA color, automotive-grade, sunlight-readable TFT display; 3.3" (W) x 1.7" (H); 454 x 240 pixels
Unit dimensions: 5.6" (W) x 3.2" (H) x 2.0" (D)
Weight: .93 pounds
Built-in photo sensor adjusts for light conditions automatically
Integrated dash mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release
*Traffic services available only in select cities where RDS-TMC coverage exists. Requires the GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver and possible subscription to enable traffic capability.
Moving map features
Storage: Internal storage comes preloaded with City Navigator NT, providing street-level detail and addresses, plus listings of nearby restaurants, hotels, ATMs, etc., throughout the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico
Custom POIs: Add your own restaurants, safety cameras and other points of interest to the preloaded map. Proximity alerts warn of upcoming custom POIs, such as safety cameras or school zones
Map scale: Screen-width scale 900 feet to 6,100 miles
Map Orientation: 2D or 3D
Navigation features
Routes: Automatically calculated with turn-by-turn instructions; up to 50 stored routes; each stored route can contain multiple VIA points, which can be auto-arranged to minimize trip distance; a detour function enables routing around traffic problems or road construction (using optional GTM 10 FM Traffic Receiver)*; custom road preference allows user to prioritize choice of back roads or major highways; automatic off-route recalculation shows how to get back on track if you miss a turn or exit
Voice: Text-to-speech capability offers more specific voice guidance cues
Waypoints: 2000 with name and graphic symbol
Track log: 2000 track log points
Trip computer: Reset able odometer, timers, average and maximum speeds
GPS performance
Receiver: WAAS enabled;12 parallel channel GPS receiver continuously tracks and uses up to 12 satellites to compute and update your position
Acquisition times: Warm: Approximately 15 seconds
Cold: Approximately 45 seconds
AutoLocate: Approximately 2 minutes
Update rate: 1/second, continuous
GPS Accuracy: Position: <15 meters (49 feet), 95% typical
Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state
GPS (WAAS) Accuracy: Position: <3 meters, 95% typical
Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state
Interfaces: USB 2.0 full-speed
Antenna: Built-in patch; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection
Physical
Size: 5.6" (W) x 3.2" (H) x 2.0" (D) (14.3 x 8.0 x 5.0 cm)
Weight: .93 pounds (420 g)
Display: 3.8" WQVGA; 454 x 240 pixels; bright, automotive-grade color TFT with automatic dimming backlight and touch screen
Infrared: Remote control, IR port
Photo sensor: Senses lighting conditions for automatic backlight dimming
Case: Rugged; fully gasketed
Temp. range: 5 degreed F to 158 degrees F (-15 degrees C to 70 degrees C)
Data storage: Indefinite; no memory battery required
Map storage: Preloaded internal storage
Power
Input: 12v DC
Usage: 12w max. @ 13.8v DC
