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Magellan Maestro 3100

Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.   Part number: 98093401
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CNET Editors' rating: 6.0 out of 10
Average user rating: 7.2 out of 10


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CNET Editors' review - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Good

6.0

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CNET Editor's rating: 6.0 out of 10
Reviewed by Bonnie Cha
Review date: 6/11/07

The good: The Magellan Maestro 3100 has a simple and compact design, and it offers the navigation basics at an affordable price.

The bad: This Magellan GPS system froze on a couple of occasions, and route recalculations can sometimes be slow. It's also difficult to remove the device from the vehicle mount.

The bottom line: The Magellan Maestro 3100 is an affordable, simple, and basic portable navigation system for first-time buyers, but you can get better performance from other similar systems.

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Product brief - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Description: The Magellan Maestro 3100 is a 20 channel, automotive global positioning device. Compared to other automotive GPS receivers on the market, it is inexpensive at around $215.

Pros: Provides verbal navigation instructions. WAAS-ready GPS device accepts radio signals which can help increase accuracy of positioning data to within 3 meters. Share information, update database maps, and add programs using this receiver's USB computer connection. Uses a standard SD memory card to store routes and maps. Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: An automotive GPS receiver, suited for location monitoring and trip-tracking. Designed for use in land-based vehicles. Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way. This unit is somewhat heavy, weighing in at 6.5 oz.

Value: Given its inexpensive price, this GPS receiver has great features for the money.

User opinions - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Very good

7.2

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Average user rating from 43 users

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5 out of 10 - Average
Just OK, Find something better
I got this as a Fathers day Gift, My first GPS. I was going to get a TOMTOM but was told that it... Read more
by dnandino (see profile) - June 17, 2007

26 out of 31 users found this user opinion helpful.

7 out of 10 - Very good
Very Good first GPS
This is my first GPS. I bought it at BEST BUY ($199) and got a 2 year replacement warranty for... Read more
by John S (see profile) - June 21, 2007

15 out of 15 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Supurb, One of the Best!
I had bought this gps about 2 weeks ago and it has worked without any flaws! I went down to my... Read more
by jls97 (see profile) - June 27, 2007

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Won't get lost again
Easy to use and I did not even need to read the manual to use it. I find the M-3100 very accurate... Read more
by jerryemt2001 (see profile) - June 21, 2007

10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Outstanding GPS for under $200
I really enjoy this GPS. The unit has done a great job guiding me on my trips. I really like the... Read more
by hofgrad01 (see profile) - June 30, 2007

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Can't get a better one for cheaper...
For the 200 bucks that RadioShack is asking for during this sale, this has got to be the best car... Read more
by irfan_bugmenot (see profile) - June 20, 2007

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

4 out of 10 - Mediocre
Got me lost!!!
Don't know if all GPS are the same, but this one is crazy. Got me lost. Telling me to turn when I... Read more
by wilwilson (see profile) - May 22, 2007

15 out of 35 users found this user opinion helpful.

4 out of 10 - Mediocre
Wish it was more stable
I used this unit for one week before deciding to return it. Notwithstanding the fact that the... Read more
by willyyz (see profile) - July 13, 2007

5 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.

4 out of 10 - Mediocre
Ahhh, not so much
I have had a few hours to cool down otherwise the review would be a 1 or a 2. Got the Magellan... Read more
by precipice (see profile) - December 26, 2007

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
Unit quit working after 4 months
After 4 months the unit stopped working. Magellan has had the unit for 2 months for warrenty... Read more
by JimN58 (see profile) - November 22, 2007

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.





Full specifications - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Part number: 98093401
General
Width 4.3 in
Depth 0.9 in
Height 3.5 in
Weight 6.5 oz
GPS System
Recommended Use Automotive
Receiver 20 channel
SBAS WAAS
Accuracy Position - 3 - 5 m ( With WAAS ), Position - 7 m
Connectivity USB
Speed Camera Warning Yes
Voice Navigation instructions
Antenna Built-in
GPS receiver 20 channel
Features Built-in speaker, Preinstalled POIs, 2D / 3D map perspective
Maps Included 48 United States
Built-in Display
Type TFT
Resolution 320 x 240
Diagonal Size 3.5 in
Features Anti-glare, Touch screen
Display Illumination Yes
Color Support Color
Connections
Connector Type USB, Headphones - Mini-phone 3.5 mm
Navigation
Trip Computer Avoid toll roads, Fast/short route, Most use of motorways, Least use of motorways
Miscellaneous
Included GPS accessories USB cable, Car holder, Car power adapter, Windshield holder
Slot Provided
Slot Provided SD Memory Card
Battery
Run Time (Up To) 3 hour(s)
Battery technology Lithium ion
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Product series - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Magellan Maestro 3100
Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Navigation instructions, 6.5 oz
Magellan Maestro 4040
Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Navigation instructions, 8.5 oz
Magellan Maestro 4000
Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Specs: Automotive, Navigation instructions, 8.5 oz
Magellan Maestro 4050
Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Navigation instructions, 8.5 oz
Magellan Maestro 3140
Manufacturer: Magellan Corp.
Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Navigation instructions, 6.3 oz
Manufacturer Info - Magellan Maestro 3100
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Magellan Corp. 


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http://www.magellangps.com/
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Website: http://www.magellangps.com/
Address: 960 Overland Ct.
San Dimas, CA 91773
Phone: 909/394-5502
E-mail: alinsey-jackson@thalesnavigation.com
Fax:408-615-3960

 
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