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Garmin nuvi 760

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Garmin nuvi 760 4.50

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RRP

$799.00

Review Date

Friday, 21st of March, 2008

What's Hot

Sleek, compact design, built-in FM transmitter, text-to-speech technology, Bluetooth handsfree, user interface

What's Not

Speaker volume could be louder

The Final Word

A sleek, slim design combined with the latest in features including the ability to transmit sound via a built-in FM transmitter, the compact nuvi 760 is definitely a winner.

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Audio & Speakers

Number of speakers

Multi language voice notifications

Yes

General

Available Colours

Grey

Length (mm)

122

Width (mm)

Height (mm)

Weight (g)

176

Other Features

Integrated FM wireless transmitter sends audio through your vehicle stereo, MP3 player, audio book player (for Audible.com media), JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter and calculator. Additional audio and content support is provided for optional Garmin Travel Guide and Garmin Language Guide software packages (sold separately)

GPS Features

GPS Recommended Usage

In-car

GPS Accuracy (m)

<10 metres, typical

GPS Acquisition - Cold (seconds)

<38

GPS Receiver

WAAS-enabled

Built-in Antenna

Yes

GPS Acquisition - Warm (seconds)

Input Devices

Finger Operated Touchscreen

Main Display (Internal)

Display Technology

QVGA TFT

Screen size

4.3 in

Screen Resolution

480x272

Media

Supported Memory Media

Secure Digital (SD)

Supported Audio File Formats

MP3

Supported Picture File Formats

JPEG

Multimedia Features

MP3 Player

Yes

Navigation Features

Mapping Software

Preloaded with City Navigator Australia NT (WhereIs v.14)

Navigation Features

Current Speed, Fuel Computer, Least Use of Freeways, Most Use of Freeways, Avoid Tolls, Route Recalculation, Shortest Distance Routing, Quickest Time Routing, Remaining Time, Remaining Distance, Arrival Time, Current Time

Map Modes

2D, 3D, Day Mode, Night Mode

Custom POIs

Yes

Destination Searching

By State, By Suburb, By Street, Recent Routes, Point of Interest (POI), Home

Text-to-speech?

Yes

Power Options

Power Supply

Battery

Battery Type

Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)

Battery Size

Proprietary

Battery Run Time (minutes)

Up to 300 minutes (depending on usage)

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

USB 2.0

Number of USB 2.0 Ports

1 (mini-USB)

Wireless Connections

Wireless technology supported

Bluetooth 2.0

*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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