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- 4
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Nice Unit
- Pros: Nice unit and it tracks well. The bluetooth w/auto answer is a very nice plus.
- Cons: I would prefer to have the speedo appear on the map like the last (different brand) had and not on a different screen. I find it odd that I can't input the name of my street. Its like FedEx - "you are not in our database so you don't exist!". I know I exist, UPS can find me.
Good Solid GPS
- Pros: Price - Got it thru Newegg for a great price.
Quick Satellite Acquistion (20-30 seconds)
Good screen and easy to use.
Quick route calculation and recalculation.
Bluetooth works fine with my phone however no address book transferred. It does seem to handle calls well. Clear and Loud enough on both ends.
Fairly intuitive to use
Windshield mount is solid and well built
For the price, you can't go wrong. No much more than some spend on Map updates on other models.
Called Cust Service before purchase. Quickly got to a rep. Talked generally about the PND-K3. Said, current model that will continue to be supported.
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- Cons: Battery? Not sure. Will typically have it plugged in.
Routes? Usually is right on. But sometimes I would choose a different route (but, I know the road characteristics, ie traffic, lights etc) It's never picked a route thats totally off base. If you dont know where you are going, you would have no complaints with the calculated route.
Lots of missing POI's. Would think that stores that had been there for years would be listed.
Wish it could save a complete route. Waypoints are specific to a route.Can use the address book to store waypoints.
- Other Thoughts: I have played around with all aspects of the GPS.
It is fairly intuitive, but the best way to learn is just by playing and touching the screens in various places.
Plugged it in to my computer and it found a software update. No problems. Installed fine.
Having used other GPS, it seems that they all calculate some routes that you may disagree with.
Most GPS use the same mapping company so I imaging the routes and POI's are similar.
One poster mentioned that the voice was too low to hear. There are 2 audio settings. One is in Audio settings the other is thru up and down buttons on the top of the unit. My guess is that the other poster did not use the buttons as the voice is loud and clear when turned up. At half volume it is very low.
I did not get the MSM version although after the update and MSM icon appeared. Don't know if MSM could be an add-on. Not concerned as traffic seems spotty at best.
This is a solid GPS that does everything well. I am pleased wi
Easy and effective
- Pros: Easy to use. Loads up and calculates routes pretty fast. Looks nice.
- Cons: Battery Life not the best, but who needs that when u got a cig outlet for that.
- Other Thoughts: Good price and overall a good GPS. Msn Direct Expires in 2 years but ill need a new gps by then to keep up with the new technology.
| General |
| Brand |
ALPINE |
| Model |
PND-K3msn |
| Type |
Portable Navigation Device |
| Dimensions |
| Height |
2.9" |
| Width |
4.8" |
| Depth |
0.78" |
| Weight |
6.3 oz. |
| GPS System |
| Channels |
20 channels |
| 3D View |
Yes |
| Voice Guidance |
Yes |
| Audio Features |
Street Name Voice Guidance
Voice Prompts |
| Text-To-Speech |
Yes |
| Built-in Speaker |
Yes |
| Traffic Alert |
MSN Direct |
| Map |
| Pre-loaded Map |
Yes |
| Maps Included |
US, Canada, PR, Virgin Islands |
| Navigation |
| POI |
6 Million |
| Routes |
Auto-Sort Nearest Destination
Route Guidance Setup |
| Trip Computer |
Arrival Time |
| Memory |
| Memory |
4GB |
| Support Memory Cards |
SD |
| Display |
| Screen Size |
4.3" |
| Screen Format |
TFT |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
| Display Resolution |
480 x 272 |
| Display Features |
LED backlit |
| Display Languages Supported |
8 Distinct Selectable Map/Menu Color Schemes |
| Connections |
| PC InterFace Supported |
USB |
| Bluetooth Capability |
Yes |
| DigitalPlayer |
| Digital Player |
Yes |
| Supported Formats |
MP3, WMA |
| Tuner Bands |
FM |
| Battery |
| Battery Type |
Li-Polymer Rechargeable battery |
| Feature |
| GPS System Features |
Map Icons: User can select to display up to 8 POI icons on map
Map Views: North up, heading up, 3D
Database Smart Key Filtering
Traffic Option (Built-in/Option): Built-in to the cradle
Built-in Receiver Type: MSN Direct
Traffic Icons
Traffic Event List
Auto-Traffic Detour
Gas Prices Option (Built-in / Option): Built-in to the cradle
Search Gas Prices of Nearby Gas Stations
Movie Times Option (Built-in / Option): Built-in to the cradle
Search Showtimes
Search Movies Playing at Theaters
Weather Times Option (Built-in / Option): Built-in to the cradle
Weather Information: For various cities worldwide
3 Day Forecast: For city the device is currently located in. |
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Reviewed By: BLCain on 11/23/2009
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
