PN-20, a Terrific PND from DeLorme

DeLorme, stormed the GSP markets with its new PN-20 which is described as a new different breed from other devices with similar functions owing to its unique features embedded by its manufacturer. The PN-20 is a personal navigation device (PND) designed to function as a traditional hand-held mapping unit and at the same time performing other GPS functions.

With a sturdy housing built for rugged environment, it is waterproof and therefore users need not to worry about rain. And also with weight of 5.12oz and a dimension of 2.43" x 5.25" x 1.5", the PN-20 is very small and lightweight thereby making it quite portable and easy to carry about. The display, at 2.2", initially seems small after looking at the 4.3" PND widescreens, but it does the job and the transflective TFT color display stays readable in the sun. More to the point is that you wouldn't take a widescreen where you would take this little unit.

Other features of this terrific device include a battery type 2 x AA alkaline with 14 hours run time, a mass storage of 75MB flash on-board. SD slot for an additional 2GB with Delorme's popular Topo USA 6.0 CD included. With this feature, it is possible for users to setup Topo and aerial maps as well as waypoints on their desktop and download them on their PN-20 before embarking any adventure.

The PN-20 is built to hold 10 tracks at 10,000 waypoints per track, about 1000 user-defined waypoints, 50 routes and downloadable USA street maps and built-in highway-level world map. The device is sold at the rate of $369.95 only.