Magellan Maestro 4000 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

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Magellan Maestro 4000 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator
ModelMaestro 4000
ProducerMagellan
MediaElectronics
CatalogCE
Rank4920
List PriceUS$449.99

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Reviews:

Rating 4.0/5 from 120 reviews
Great GPS--easy to use, not overly technical!
Rating: 5/5 2010-02-05
I bought this GPS for my mom, who continaully gets lost driving. She is not extremely tech savvy, yet she has really enjoyed this model. It is simple to use and perfect for people who don't want a unit with 50,000 features that are hard to understand. The price was very reasonable and it comes with everything you need--mount, car charger, A/C wall adapter.
New to GPS
Rating: 4/5 2010-01-27
This is my first GPS. I was on a trip with a friend that has a Magellan. After a lot of research, the Magellan seemed the easiest to use with the features I wanted. I have had my Maestro 4000 for a few weeks now and I am thrilled. Still learning about all the features. So far so good.
Unit dies after a year...do not buy Magellan!
Rating: 1/5 2010-01-20
This product worked fine for just over a year, and then died on me. I checked Magellan's website and they won't repair it. So this product is a scam, as apparently it is supposed to die after a year, so you'll buy a new one!

Terrible, terrible product. I recommend finding a different brand than Magellan when you buy a GPS navigator! I can't recommend any, personally, as I haven't bought any others yet.
good product, very disappointed with amazon
Rating: 2/5 2010-01-09

We ordered this Magellan maestro 4000 GPS for our Christmas travel. Delivery was fast. However the "NEW" unit we received turned out to be a demo unit, which goes into demonstration mode (playing commercial type of introduction video) automatically even during driving, our Christmas trips almost ruined by this. Thinking maybe we missed some important instruction, called Magellan CS and they confirmed it's a store demo unit.

Contacted Amazon, and exchanged. The second unit has exactly the same issue. What a dissapointment.
Ordered new unit and received refurbished unit.
Rating: 2/5 (1 out of 1 think this is helpful) 2010-01-07
The unit itself is ok, other than the battery was completely dead on arrival. The real problem is I ordered a new unit, on sale directly from Amazon and I was sent a refurbished unit, with the previous users home address and destination addresses still in the memory of the GPS. I finally found the phone number for Amazon, which isn't easy. They should have sent me a new unit and picked up my refurbished unit. Instead, I have to send back the unit I received, for a refund. The new units are no longer on sale, so I would have to buy a refurbished unit or pay a lot more. I said ok, then just credit me the difference of what I paid for a new one, to the price you sell a refurbished one for. Amazon said, "no". Part of my purchase price was a gift card, so, I am afraid things will get even more screwed up if I return it. I am very disappointed with Amazon.

Editorials:

Product Description
How would you like to save time and effort on the road? What if driving could be more pleasurable and less stressful? Magellan Maestro 4000 makes it easy!If you don't like reading directions, you'll love the Magellan Maestro vehicle navigation system! It's simple to use and ready to guide you to virtually any destination in the 48 contiguous United States. The thin, sophisticated design and attractive, intuitive touch-screen graphics make driving a pleasure. Enter an address or select from 1.5 million preprogrammed points of interest with a few touches of the screen. See your position and route on the 2D or 3D map and let Maestro's friendly voice guide you turn-by-turn, while you enjoy the drive.Plus, built-in AAA TourBook Guide travel information gives you instant access to service details and Diamond ratings from the world's leading travel expert. Quickly find AAA approved lodgings and restaurants, AAA Roadside Assistance details1, and discounts available through the AAA Show Your Card & Save program1.
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description With built-in AAA TourBook® travel information and member roadside assistance details, the Magellan Maestro 4000 Portable Auto GPS System is the ultimate travel companion. Re-engineered for easy use, its fresh graphics and intelligent touch-screen buttons offer a superior, precise navigational experience. And with its error free QuickSpell™ software you only need to enter a few letters to find your destination. The Magellan Maestro 4000 makes driving more pleasurable and less stressful.



With fresh graphics and an intelligent touch screen, the Magellan Maestro 4000 is the ultimate travel companion.
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Easy to use navigation features SmartDetour and auto re-route. View larger.


Access built-in AAA information from your GPS touch screen. View larger.
AAA-enabled
The Maestro 4000 includes built-in AAA TourBook® guide travel information, giving you instant access to service details and Diamond ratings from the world's leading travel expert. Quickly find AAA approved lodgings and restaurants, AAA member roadside assistance details, and discounts available through the AAA Show Your Card & Save® program. Touch the tow truck icon and quickly access details for directing AAA member roadside assistance to your location.

Note: AAA member roadside assistance requires AAA membership.

Easy-to-Use Navigation
If you don't like reading directions, you'll love the Magellan Maestro 4000. It's simple to use and ready to guide you to virtually any destination in the 48 continental United States right out of the box -- just turn it on and go. Its thin, sophisticated design and attractive, intuitive touch-screen graphics make driving a pleasure. Enter an address or select from 1.5 million preprogrammed points of interest (POIs), such as ATMs, gas stations, and restaurants with just a few screen touches. SiRFstarIII™ gives you the fastest GPS position accuracy in the industry, which you can use to route on the 2D or 3D map. Finally, let Maestro's friendly voice guide you turn-by-turn while you enjoy the drive.


Additional Product Features

  • Turn-by-turn voice and visual guidance: Enter virtually any address or POI and get there quickly and safely
  • Graphical interactive maps: Built-in maps and destinations for the continental U.S. mean you'll always know where you are and where you're going
  • Bird's-eye 3D view: Clearly see your surroundings in 2D or 3D; also choose between Map View, TrueView™ 3D split screen, and Maneuver List
  • Rechargeable battery: Navigate even when you don't have access to power
  • Multi-destination routing: Select up to 20 destinations and choose the order that best fits your needs
  • SmartDetour™: Automatically prompts you to route around slow freeway traffic
  • Auto re-route: Never miss a turn and quickly get back on track whenever you make a detour
  • Auto night view: Adjusts color and contrast for easy night viewing
  • Complete mobility: Transfer your Maestro 4000 to any vehicle, with no installation
  • 1.5 million points of interest (POI): Optimized database to easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, and more. And with smart location you can search by name, category, and region. There's even a Coffee category so you can quickly find caffeine whenever you need it.
  • Interactive POI icons: Touch an onscreen icon for a nearby destination, see name and address, and get an instant route
  • Customizable route methods: Fastest time, shortest distance, least or most use of freeways, avoid toll roads
  • Route exclusion: Select streets and freeways to avoid so you can get there your way
  • Address Book: Create and store POIs for easy reoccurring trips
  • Instant locate: One touch shows your location; quickly advise roadside assistance or emergency services

What's in the Box
Magellan Maestro 4000 Portable Auto GPS System, windshield mount and cradle, adhesive dash mount disk, cigarette lighter power adapter (12-24 watts), AC wall power supply/charger, quick reference guide, reference manual CD, and USB cable.

Features:

  • Hear turn-by-turn directions as you enjoy your driving experience virtually to any destination in the continental U.S.
  • Built-in AAA travel information, including member roadside assistance details and more
  • 1.5 million Points of Interest (POIs), 2D and 3D views; customizable address book
  • 4.3-inch WQVGA full-color, anti-glare touch screen
  • Measures 5.0 x 3.75 x 0.88 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 8.5 ounces