Earthmate GPS PN-20 with Topo USA 7.0 & 1-GB SD Card & Reader - BUNDLE

Earthmate GPS PN-20 Handheldincludes 1-GB SD card & reader

Topo USA 7.0 is no longer available. We will resume taking online orders with new Topo USA 8.0 software on Tuesday, May 12th.

Reviews

Field & Stream (August 2008)

"The PN-20 excels at displaying detailed topo maps, aerial photos, and satellite images. It includes DeLorme's Topo USA 7.0 software, which makes exchanging mapping information between your PC and the PN-20 easy. You also get $100 credit toward downloading aerial images. The page and menu system is refreshingly simple, and the color display is clear and bright."

Outside Magazine (July 2008)

"The DeLorme Earthmate GPS PN-20 combines USGS data with the company's own frequently updated trail and street networks, meaning it displays routes that aren't yet on official maps. You can also load it with high-resolution satellite or aerial photos, street grids, scanned USGS topos, and NOAA nautical charts, making the waterproof, five-ounce PN-20 the most powerful backcountry GPS we�ve tested. Map geeks: if you live by contour lines, this is your unit."

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Additional PN-20 Bundle

Earthmate GPS PN-20 Deluxe BUNDLE $249.95

What's in the Box

› The Earthmate GPS PN-20 handheld GPS receiver
› DeLorme Topo USA software with full U.S. topographic and street-level detail
› Pre-loaded worldwide highway and major road base map
› Certificate for $100 worth of data downloads
› 1-GB SD Card & Reader
› USB interface cable
› A convenient neck lanyard
› 2 AA Energizer� alkaline batteries
› Comprehensive user's manual with usage scenario tips

Resources

PN-Series GPS Comparison Chart

Getting Started Guide

User Manual

GPS Map Comparison
DeLorme GPS Blog

Complete U.S. Topographic & Street Maps Provided

No Extra Maps to Buy

The PN-20 ships with the FULL VERSION of the newly-released Topo USA 7.0. Includes DeLorme Topo USA 7.0 DVD software with full, updated U.S. topographic & street maps to export as needed to your PN-20. Also includes an on-device highway-level world base map.

Pre-Cut Map Packages Make Transferring Maps Easy

And it also contains a convenient set of three discs that provide an easy and quick way of getting your DeLorme topographic and street-level maps onto your PN-20. They contain PRE-CUT map packages that can be transferred onto your SD card for insertion directly into your PN-20. The three discs provide coverage of the entire U.S.

FREE Map, Chart, and Imagery Downloads

In addition to the enhanced topographic and street maps on the included Topo USA 7.0 DVD-ROM, your purchase entitles you to $100 in NEW Data Download Dollars, good for supplementary data as Web downloads. Options include:

» USGS 1:24,000 quad maps
» NOAA nautical charts
» High-resolution color aerial imagery - U.S. States
» High-resolution color aerial imagery - Select U.S. Cities
» Black-and-white aerial imagery
» 10-meter color satellite imagery

Prices and coverage vary by dataset but, as an example, $100 of USGS quads cover 386 sq. miles. Access to these downloads is via the NetLink tab in the program interface.

Why the All-in-One PN-20 Handheld?

Multiple Views of the Same GPS Location

On-device data layering lets you select which map or imagery type to see of your GPS location. Switch among data types to gain a comprehensive view of where you are � it�s revolutionary and provides a whole new level of geographic detail.

Bright Color Screen

Works in bright sunlight to total darkness. Sharp� brand screen featuring the latest transflective screen technologies to maximize visibility under a variety of lighting conditions.

Rugged and Waterproof

Conforms to IPX-7 waterproof standard with impact-resistant rubberized housing for a solid grip. Concealed battery compartment with SD card slot. Includes two AA batteries (Travel Power Kit available separately; or as part of several value bundles, listed at right).

High-Performance Technology

Features STMicroelectronics chipset with SiGE RF front-end and DeLorme firmware for outstanding signal acquisition and retention. Works equally well under dense foliage or in-vehicle.

Easy Exchange of Maps, Tracks, and Waypoints

Exchange pre-cut multi-state routable regions between Topo USA on the desktop to the GPS, or select only the specific, customized areas you want - topographic maps and imagery. Exchange routes, tracks, and waypoints between the GPS and Topo USA (two-way transfers).

Extensive On-Device Memory

75MB of internal flash memory available in addition to the preloaded world base map. Holds up to ten tracks (10,000 points per track); 1,000 user-defined waypoints; and 50 routes. SD slot also available.

1-GB SD Card & Reader Included

This bundle includes the 1-GB SD Card & Reader. The SD Card and Reader are ideal for use with large files including the DeLorme Aerial Data Packets (ADPs).

Details

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The Device Setup Page

The Device Setup Page options let you modify the default settings on the Earthmate GPS PN-20 such as the battery type, backlight settings, and more.

System Settings

Use to update GPS settings, WAAS status, battery type, and/or USB power setting.

Display Settings

Use to update the device�s color scheme, backlight intensity, and/or backlight timer.

Interface Settings

Use these settings to change the serial port and USB settings on the device. The settings you choose will be based on the type of cable you are using to connect the device to your computer, your computer�s operating system, and if you are trying to access information on the removable media (SD) card.

Sound Settings

Use to modify the device�s button press sound, message sound, power sound, turn alert sound, and/or volume of all sounds.

Page Order Settings

Use to change the Page order, add a Page to the Page button sequence, and/or hide a Page.

Time Settings

Use to modify the device�s time format, time zone, and/or Daylight-Saving Time preferences.

Units Settings

Use to modify the primary coordinates, secondary coordinates, the datum, the measures, the bearing.

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The Satellite Page

Once you turn on the Earthmate GPS PN-20, the Satellites Page displays. It informs you of your current GPS status, the number of satellites the Earthmate is acquiring data from, the signal strength, and the GPS accuracy (only available when a 2-D or 3-D fix is obtained).

Satellite Constellation and Signal Graph

Both the satellite constellation and the satellite signal graph display visible satellites and their number (assigned by the Department of Defense).

GPS Accuracy

This screen will display GPS accuracy, in the lower-left corner of the screen, in feet or meters (according to the preference you have set). GPS accuracy is represented on the map by a circle with a radius equal to the GPS accuracy, allowing the user to see a representation of their accuracy in relation to their map scale. The accuracy of the Earthmate GPS PN-20 is +/- 10 meters.

Battery Indicator

The battery indicator is a graphic representation of the current available battery power.

To Disable GPS

There are many features on the Earthmate GPS PN-20 that do not require a GPS fix. You can turn off the GPS connection using the Disable GPS option in the Satellites menu.

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The Map Page

If a 2-D or 3-D fix is obtained, the Map Page displays the map data available for your current GPS location. If a GPS fix cannot be obtained, the location of your last GPS fix displays on the map.

Map Data

Earthmate GPS PN-20 comes standard with a base map showing high-level world and U.S. coverage. The base map cannot be removed from memory.

There are several data types compatible with the Earthmate GPS PN-20:

» Topo USA Maps
» USGS 7.5-Minute Quad Maps
» B&W DOQQ Aerial Imagery
» Sat-10 Color Satellite Imagery
» DeLorme U.S. Street Maps
» NOAA Nautical Charts
» High-Resolution Color Aerial Imagery

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The Compass Page

The Compass Page provides a graphic representation of a traditional floating needle compass. It displays differently depending on if you are navigating (following a route) or tracking. The compass rotates so that the heading is always up. If you are navigating, the compass displays a bearing arrow, which points in the direction of the next stop in the route.

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The Trip Info Page

The Trip Info Page contains eight information fields that occupy the entire screen (three information fields display if the Earthmate is in large-text mode). Each field is customizable with one of the many available information field options.

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The Find Page

You can use the Find button (the button that displays with a magnifying glass) to search for addresses, roads, cities, waypoints, coordinates, and more. There are two Find search options:

» Find Near Map Center
Use the Find Near Map Center search option to search for categories of information (such as geographic features, waypoints, points of interest, etc.) near your current map center. The number of search results returned is based on the amount of search results available (not on distance). Find Near Map Center searches stop after 200 search results are found.
» Find By Name
Use the Find By Name search option to search for a specific location, such as a specific address, point of interest, etc. To narrow your search results, you can choose either the Contains or Begins With option to search for results that contain or begin with certain character(s).

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The Waypoints Page

You can use the Mark button (the button that displays as a push pin) on the Earthmate GPS PN-20 to mark a waypoint at your current GPS location (or at the current map center/cursor position if panning). Once a waypoint has been added, you can customize the waypoint name, coordinates, and comments. The device will store up to 1000 waypoints in internal memory.

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The Routes Page

There are many ways to create routes on the Earthmate GPS PN-20. You can create a route:

» From your current GPS location to a waypoint
» From your current GPS location to a Find search result
» Between two waypoints
» Between two Find search results
» Between a waypoint and a Find search result

Once you have created a route, you can view its directions, edit the route, delete the route, and more. The device will store up to 50 routes in internal memory.

Routing is possible for both walking and in-vehicle situations, using either the direct or road routing settings. On-device routing for road routes should be used for fairly short routes, with longer routes best generated on the desktop in advance and transferred to the GPS. The on-device road routing is fine for cross-town and in-state routes and includes an audible beep warning before each turn, as well as the ability to recalculate routes when you stray off course.

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The Tracks Page

Earthmate GPS PN-20 is set to record GPS tracks by default. That means that the device will create a track (�breadcrumb trail�) of your travels until you turn recording off.

The Tracks Page lets you save, clear, or follow the current track, or view/follow an existing track. The device will store up to 10 track logs (with a 10,000 point limit each) in internal memory.

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The Sun-Moon Page

Use the Sun/Moon Page to view the sunrise/sunset and moonrise/moonset information as well as the moon phase information for your current GPS location. The current date and time also display at the top of the screen.

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The Tide Page

Use the Tide Page to view high and low tide information based on a specific time, date, and tide station.

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DeLorme Download Dollars & FREE Map, Chart and Imagery Downloads

The included Topo USA desktop software includes $100 of FREE Data Download Dollars from DeLorme. These downloads are accessed from within the software�s NetLink tab, where you choose exactly the geographic areas you want to download.. You can select any of the map types listed here, and transfer to the PN-20 using the Handheld Options tab.

» USGS 1:24,000 quad maps
» NOAA nautical charts
» High-resolution color aerial imagery - U.S. States
» High-resolution color aerial imagery - Select U.S. Cities
» Black-and-white aerial imagery
» 10-meter color satellite imagery

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Drawing & Symbol Sets

DeLorme includes an extensive set of symbols within Topo USA, which can be transferred to the PN-20. These include symbols from the DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteer series, survey symbols, cartographic symbols, as well as the ability to create your own custom symbols using the included XSym tool.

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Measuring

The on-device measuring tool lets you measure individual legs or cumulative, multiple legs. Measurements can be made on any of the available data types, including the imagery layers, which allow for precise measurements of property boundaries or for measurements between waypoints.

Basic Functions

Batteries

The Earthmate GPS PN-20 is a battery-powered device. It can be powered by one rechargeable Lithium-ion battery or two AA batteries (NiCd, NiMH, alkaline, or lithium). Two AA batteries and the Travel Power Kit are included. (Details on Specs tab.)

On-Off

The Power button is located at the bottom-right corner of the button area. To turn on the Earthmate, press and hold the Power button for 1.5 seconds. The Satellites Page is displayed by default. To turn off the Earthmate, press the Power button and then press the ENTER button to confirm you want to turn the Earthmate GPS PN-20 off.

Button Use

The buttons on the Earthmate GPS PN-20 provide you with access to all of the functionality on the device. Each button has a unique purpose:

» In/Out
The IN and OUT button lets you zoom in or zoom out on the map.
» Page
The PAGE button lets you scroll through all of the enabled �Pages.�
» Menu
The MENU button provides access to a multitude of functionalities. Page Menus are divided into top and bottom sections that are separated by a line. The items in the top section are specific to the Page that is currently active. The items in the bottom section are standard menu options, which are available from any Page.
» Find
The FIND button is labeled with a magnifying glass and lets you search for a waypoint, address, coordinate, and more. You can search for a location based on its name or its proximity to the current map center.
» Mark Waypoint
The Mark button is labeled with a push pin and can be used to mark a waypoint at your current GPS location or the cursor location (if panning).
» Arrow Keypad
You can use the ARROW keypad to:
- › Move the map cursor left, right, up, or down
- › Pan the map by moving the cursor on the edge of the map
- › Highlight options in menus or lists
- › Highlight characters in the keyboard screen
» Enter
You can use the ENTER button to:
- › Select a menu entry or on-screen button/field
- › Get information about a point on the map
» Power
Use the Power button to turn the Earthmate on and off, to change the backlight settings, or to reset the device

Transferring Map Data to the Earthmate GPS PN-20

The Earthmate GPS PN-20 comes equipped with an overview-level base map showing world and U.S. coverage. While this provides a great view of a large area, chances are you will want a detailed view of a smaller area for hiking, geocaching, and other outdoor activities. More detailed maps can be transferred to the Earthmate GPS PN-20 using the included Topo USA DVD Software. For more information, see the How Map Transfer Works tab near the top of this page.

For those times when you may not have the software with you but have Internet access, we also offer an online map cutter for Earthmate GPS PN-20�Visit http://data.delorme.com. You must have an Internet connection to use this Web site.

You can transfer many types of data such as satellite imagery, aerial imagery, USGS Topo Quad maps, and more. Maps can be saved in internal memory or on a removable memory (SD) card (in the Maps directory).

Storing Data on the PN-20

The Earthmate GPS PN-20 stores tracks, routes, waypoints, and the base map data in its internal memory.

Maps that are transferred to the Earthmate can be saved in internal memory or on a removable memory (SD) card (2 GB or less) located under the battery compartment. 1-GB SD Card and Reader are included with this product bundle. (Details on Specs tab.)

A Powerful Partnership

Earthmate GPS PN-20 and Topo USA

The Earthmate GPS PN-20 with included Topo USA 7.0 DVD software provides a complete two-way map data, waypoint, and track log transfer capability:

It�s a powerful way to create and save detailed GPS-accurate maps for use on the desktop software and on the GPS.

» Prepare exactly the maps and imagery you want on the desktop, including waypoints, tracks, and automatically generated routes, and then transfer to the Earthmate GPS PN-20
» Once you�ve been in the field or in-vehicle with the Earthmate GPS, transfer your new and updated waypoints and track logs back to the Topo USA desktop software and edit and save within your map files

Why Limit Your View to Just One Map?

Complete Street and Topographical Maps with the included FULL VERSION of Topo USA 7.0

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Detailed U.S. Street & Topographic Maps

» Cut & transfer custom map packages of the exact coverage you want
» Detailed vector-based maps created from the USGS topographic data & the latest DeLorme U.S. street & trail network
» U.S. land cover including bodies of water, wetlands, forests, mountains, glaciers, grasslands, rock cover & more
» Contour lines with elevation numbers
» Fully routable when combined with the corresponding Regional Highway map
» By default, saved map packages include data zoom levels 8-17 (which translates to a scale of 4 miles through 40 ft). Saved maps display all roads, land cover, and contours.

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U.S. Regional Routable Highway Maps

» Convenient, precut multi-state regions - transfer from Topo USA to your PN-20, as needed
» Major highways & major roads
» Required for road routing on the PN-20
» Regional maps cover scales of 4 miles to .25 miles

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The DeLorme World Base Reference Map

» Preloaded on the Earthmate GPS PN-20
» High-level map includes country borders, highways & major roads
» Displays interstates and major highways at scales of 500 miles to 8 miles
» Created by DeLorme�s staff of professional cartographers

Use NetLink, to Download Imagery, USGS Quads and Nautical Charts

Spend $100 of FREE Data Download Dollars directly within Topo USA

You can find the certificate offering these free downloads inside the Topo USA jewel case, and you will be prompted to enter the unique certificate number when you proceed to checkout within the Netlink tab of the software.

All Data Downloads can be transfered to the PN-20, as needed.

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USGS 7.5-Minute Quad Maps

» The authentic scanned USGS 7.5-minute paper quad maps
» Show roads, trails, buildings, large natural landmarks & other unique features

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B&W DOQQ (Digital Orthoquads) Aerial Imagery

» Detailed, black & white, aerial imagery
» Provide a unique aerial perspective, ideal in off-the-beaten-path environments
» View logging & 4WD roads, bodies of water, and other natural features from above

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Sat-10 Color Satellite Imagery

» 10-meter colorized satellite imagery for viewing large geographic areas
» Provides high-level views of vegetation, topography, and large, visible geologic formations on the Earth�s surface
» Natural color satellite imagery derived from merging SPOT 10m panchromatic & Landsat 30m multi-spectral scenes

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NOAA Nautical Charts

» The complete set of U.S. waterway available, including the Great Lakes, Alaska, and Hawaii
» Include numerous aids to navigation, water depths, water body names, hazards, and more
» Great for taking along on boating trips, island explorations, and trips ashore

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High-Resolution Color Aerial Imagery

» Available for many U.S. States and select U.S. Cities
» Detailed, color, serial imagery
» Provide a unique aerial perspective, ideal in off-the-beaten-path environments

Resources

Getting Started Guide

User Manual

DeLorme GPS Blog
PN-Series Comparison Chart

Labeled View of Components

PN-20 Hardware Specifications

Physical

» IPX-7 waterproof standard, impact-resistant rubberized housing
» Device dimensions: 2.43" W x 5.25" H x 1.5" D
» Weight: 5.12 ounces

Performance

» New high-sensitivity NMEA-compliant 12-channel GPS receiver with low-power baseband and RF chipset
» STMicroelectronics chip technology with SiGE front-end and DeLorme firmware for faster acquisition times and outstanding signal retention
» Proprietary Kalman filter for enhanced GPS accuracy
» 75 MB available internal flash memory for user-uploaded maps

Power

» Uses 2 AA batteries (included)
» Optional Travel Power Kit
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Earthmate GPS PN-20 Battery Performance Analysis

Based on power consumption tests conducted here at DeLorme, and using the average selling price for each power option shown, we recommend the following battery types when factoring cost per hour. Of course, any AA battery type will work and this information is provided to give you a baseline of information.

» AA Battery Types
AA Energizer Max: 14 hours, at an average cost of .12/hour
AA Energizer e2-Lithium: 22.50 hours, at an average cost of .22/hour

Receiver

» WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS receiver continuously tracks and uses up to 12 satellites to compute and update your position

Acquisition Times:

» Warm: Approximately 15 seconds
» Cold: Approximately 60 seconds
» Update rate: 1/second, continuous

GPS accuracy:

» Position: < 15 meters, 95% typical*
» Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state

WAAS accuracy:

» Position: < 3 meters, 95% typical*

* Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the United States Department of Defense-imposed Selective Availability Program.

Display

» Sharp high-resolution 2.2" Transflective TFT color display (220 x 176 pixels)

Memory & Storage

» SD card slot for up to 2 GB additional map storage (1GB SD card and Reader included)
Details
» Holds up to 10 tracks (10,000 points per track), 1,000 user-defined waypoints, and 50 routes

Topo USA 7.0 System Requirements

Operating Systems

» Microsoft Windows Vista� Home/Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/Business with 512 MB RAM
» U.S. Version Microsoft Windows XP or 2000 (Service Pack 3 and higher): 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
» Microsoft Windows 98/ME is not supported with this release

Internet Browser

» Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later

Hardware

» Intel� Pentium III 900 MHz or higher processor (1.8 GHz recommended)
» 1 GB of available hard-disk space
» DVD-ROM Drive
» 3D-capable video card with 32 MB VRAM (64 MB VRAM recommended)

WARRANTY

DeLorme warrants that your Earthmate GPS PN-20 will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. If your Earthmate GPS PN-20 fails in normal use, DeLorme will, at its sole option, either repair or replace the unit. DeLorme reserves the right to either repair or replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit at its sole discretion. Such repairs or replacements will be made at no charge for labor or materials; however, the customer will be responsible for any shipping charges incurred to send the device to DeLorme. The repaired or replaced product will be warranted for 90 days from the date of return shipment, or for the balance of the original warranty, whichever is longer. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accidents, or unauthorized disassembly or modification. Any repairs not performed by DeLorme will void this warranty.

DELORME DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EVEN IF DELORME HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL LAST FOR 1 YEAR.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief such as incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product ONLY. REMINDER: Be sure to retain the sales receipt proving the date of your original purchase. This will be needed if warranty service is ever required. DeLorme reserves the right to refuse warranty if a receipt is not provided or if the receipt is incomplete/illegible.

Field & Stream (August 2008)

Outside Magazine (July 2008)

Backpacker Magazine (March 2008)

"This compact unit delivers the most accurate, high-resolution track logs we've seen in a handheld GPS...the PN-20 has the best details and onscreen maps around. Download super-detailed topo, street, and aerial maps onto the 1GB memory card."

4-Wheel and Off-Road Magazine (September 2008)

"The PN-20 comes in a complete kit so the purchase of additional mapping isn't necessary. The PN-20 is easy to use for those of us who aren't technically inclined. The coolest part of the PN-20 is the unit's ability to download different types of detailed mapping. It shows multiple views in mapping or imagery form of the same GPS location, making this little handheld an extremely comprehensive navigational tool. The unit can also track your travels with breadcrumbs for future reference and navigation."

Army Times

"Priced at just under $370, software included, with a host of features usually reserved for pricier GPS models, it might just replace whatever you're using now."

The N.Y. Times & International Herald Tribune

"Off-road, where there are no pre-mapped tracks, most hand-held GPS systems show your current coordinates, along with major landmarks like streams and mountains, and keep track of the paths you have followed. They don't tell you what the terrain is like, or what is beyond the next hill or bend.

But the DeLorme Earthmate GPS PN-20 knows, displaying topographical maps - with elevation profiles, campgrounds and trails as well as streets and highways - as realistic 3-D flyover simulations, or as bird's-eye aerial or satellite views showing landmarks.

The DeLorme Topo USA DVD software, with topological and road maps of the United States and major-highway maps of the world, is included in the $370 price of the PN-20. Roads can be superimposed on topological maps and aerial imagery downloaded from the Web and stored in a 75-megabyte user memory or optional SD cards up to 2 gigabytes. The 2.2-inch, daylight-readable display can show trip details, compass headings, rising and setting times of the sun and moon, and local tide schedules."

PC World

"What separates the PN-20 from the crowd is its ability to store and display topographic, aerial, and satellite images�the PN-20 is a fine navigation device. I found its color screen exceptionally easy to see in bright sun �Exchanging maps, waypoints, track details, and other mapping information between the PN-20 and the Topo USA application is a snap �The PN-20 should appeal to kayakers, hikers, hunters, mountain bikers, and other outdoor-sport enthusiasts."

National Geographic Adventure Magazine, May 2007

"Think Google Earth for the palm of your hand."

About.com

"The DeLorme Earthmate PN-20 is an outstanding handheld GPS receiver, and when coupled with DeLorme's Topo USA mapping software and downloadable datasets, it becomes a very robust and useful resource for those who work or play outdoors."

Most Innovative Handheld GPS of 2007

GPSTrackLog.com

" Finally, a GPS that displays aerial photos. The DeLorme Earthmate GPS PN-20 does just that, and displays USGS topo maps too. It is incredibly cool to be carrying a GPS that shows your position on an aerial photo."

Off-Road Magazine, May 2007

"The GPS PN-20 is as state-of-the-art as you can get."

Included Map Comparison

B. Shelley (new GPS customer)

"What a delight the PN-20 has been -- and thanks for posting those map comparison shots. They brought back all of those memories of why this is my first GPS.

I have wanted to invest in a handheld GPS for a couple of years or more. Garmin and Magellan seemed to be the most likely choices, but after downloading their user manuals and checking out the maps that could be loaded, I just couldn't bring myself to spend the $$$.

Besides, I had an investment in DeLorme Topo USA software -- I've had all of the last 4 versions. The maps available to load onto the Garmin & Magellan handhelds were pathetic compared to the T3/4/5/6 maps I was used to studying while planning hiking expeditions out in mountains and deserts of the San Diego east county.

Thanks so much for a great product with unsurpassed support."

Earthmate GPS PN-20: A New Breed of GPS

GPS Review.Net

"The DeLorme PN-20 represents a new breed of GPS devices. I�ve been waiting a long time for a GPS device to show me not only a map with my current position, but show my position on aerial photography and satellite imagery. Think of this new type of GPS as having Google Earth, GPS enabled, in your pocket.

Upon starting up the device the first thing I noticed was that the screen is very bright. The screen is a similar overall size to that of other handheld GPS devices with a resolution of 176x220 pixels. I didn�t have any trouble viewing the display in bright sunlight conditions.

The map page is where all of the action happens on this GPS. You can choose if you want to view Aerial Photography, USGS Topo maps, DeLorme Topo maps, or Satellite imagery. There is also a base map which displays major roads of the entire world. (Nice!) You can also pick which order you would like to layer the maps if your highest priority type of map is not available in the current view.

Overall, this is a fantastic device and it leads the way in a new breed of GPS devices which can display aerial photography and satellite imagery. For people who have dreamed about having a Google Earth type product in a handheld device.... this is it.

Lots of people often ask me �what do you do with all of the GPS devices after you�ve tested them?� Some I sell, some are on loan from the manufacturer and some I keep. I�m keeping my Earthmate PN-20."

Overland Journal (Fall 2007)

"When you think about the amount of information stored inside this little device, it boggles the mind. The qualities I appreciate most about the DeLorme products are their cohesive capabilities and well-rounded features."

S. Hardy (customer)

"I have about 20 hrs. of experience with the new DeLorme Earthmate GPS PN-20 but what may be of interest to you all is the fact that I have owned and used a Magellan Explorist 500 and I currently own a Garmin 60Cx.

DeLorme is equally as sensitive and accurate as the Garmin. Inside my computer room on the second floor of a wood frame house I regularly get nine sats and WAAS w/DeLorme. The DeLorme buttons are crisp and feel solid. My 60Cx buttons are okay but occasionally the direction rocker doesn't want to scroll right and the on/off button is not easy to use.

As far as maps go, now there is where the real difference is noticed. I have available 10-meter color sat maps, USGS topo quads, 1-meter aerial map as well as DeLorme's Topo USA w/updated street info, etc. When I zoom into a 1-mile scale I see my location on the 10-meter color sat map, at .25 miles I see streets, at 160 feet I see the 1-meter aerial map. I can change the order of map preference around, include or not certain map types, etc. One of the biggest beefs I had with both Magellan and Garmin was their lousy topos. Now I have 7.5-minute USGS scanned maps.

When I go into the field, off route so to speak, I will be carrying the DeLorme."

gpsmaniac.com

"The PN-20 is built for the outdoor person who needs to know exactly where he or she is in the wilderness and the best route to a particular destination... "

Women's Health Magazine (Nov 2007)

"Great signal retention, fast acquisition times, and both long-distance and close-up views of hiking and jeep trails are a plus."

T. Christy (customer)

"I had mine out on its first backpacking trip this weekend also, and it worked great! We got hit with an unexpected snowstorm (was supposed to be maybe an inch in the late afternoon of the last day, but it started snowing a 8 am and totalled 4-5 inches by 1 pm) and I was able to use the maps on the PN-20 to find an easier, quicker hike out. Then, when we got back to the cars and had difficulty making it over some of the hills, I was able to look at the topo and plot the flattest road route out and we finally made it home. The PN-20 is the closest I have found to a perfect handheld GPS for backpacking. It puts the power of the best topographic software in your hand."

B. Brinton (customer)

"I live, work and play in a large rural county that has a plethora of year round activities. These include mountain biking, rails to trail biking, hiking, kayaking, skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, etc.

I work at the 911 center and with all these trails we get many many people that use them through out the year. Using the PN-20, I have been able to track (and gather the mile posts) for the Great Allegheny Passage (part of the rails to trail system) and place that track and mile posts onto our CAD map. We also have a major 70 mile hiking trail in our county that I have been able to hike and track (50 miles done so far) and this will also go onto our CAD map. Tracking with the PN-20 has been very accurate and works well with our mapping system. Having accurate data can and will save lives."

D. Lawyer (customer)

"The PN-20 has now replaced the Palm PDA for GPS functions for navigating routes in the car and for hiking. In our car, even a small laptop only works when the passenger's seat is empty or in the back seat. I've found that the PN-20 does not need to be "on the dash" up next to a window to get a decent and consistent signal. It works great anywhere in the car, even in the floorboard. It is so light that the regular cloth Velcro is more than enough to hold it securely. Because it doesn't need to be as close as possible to the windshield, I can put it anywhere that I can easily glance at the screen. Speaking of the screen, it is so bright that it doesn't have to be run at full bright, and I haven't had any problems with sun glare washing out the PN-20 screen like it does on my Palm. Although the screen is smaller, it has much higher resolution and makes the map and info data much easier to see with a quick glance than with the Palm. The battery life is so good that I wouldn't even consider plugging it in unless it was an all day trip; it just isn't necessary. With my Palm, I was plugged in for anything over half an hour, since Bluetooth drains batteries quickly."

bc (DeLorme customer)

"I just got back from a 89-mile, 6hrs & 48 min jeep trek using my PN-20 GPS. I was looking for old mines to pan the area around them & fill buckets of dirt for power sluicing back home from any gossan outcroppings or veins of quarts thrusting up or thru the mountain washes. I am very pleased with the out-of-the-box performance with this unit. Main default settings are very good with lots of foresight on ease-of-user interfacing with the device while in motion.

The GPS is sturdy. The screen & backlight viewed either in direct sunlight or darkness, very easy on old eyes. The button controls are basic yet highly functional straight-forward & crisp. I had mostly WAAS connections on almost all satellites on average at least 10 satellites. This is indicated by the bar strength being blue in color.

The PN-20 default settings were all that I required. I could set a waypoint by a dedicated button, save & view just press Enter button. The PN-20 in default mode recorded my whole trip with tracking well before I thought up the ideal to save my trip.

Got home read the instructions on how to save recorded gps tracking as a route. It was painless to do so, plainly executed from the buttons on the face of the GPS.

The AA akaline batteries are lasting about 1 almost 1.5 days. The page button easily allowed me to view: satellite positions, battery strength, satellite signal strength map page I got very good detail of washes & even offroad trails/roads compass page shows heading GPS, lat & long, & speed trip page shows overall trip data.

We drove in during the day & had to drive back thru a maze of washes at night. I was able to lead back navigating by the tracking trail that we had entered from earlier in the day. I did not know this area and it was by the seat of my pants & the GPS performace that made me look really good to others in the group. I had the PN-20 set for a 15-sec backlight on time when a key waspressed it worked great.

I had wanted to use the aerial gunnery photos but I had not downloaded that data yet but will do so, so that my tracking will be displayed on those photos on the GPS in real time!!!

This was my first prospecting outting with a GPS. I took no paper maps since all were on the GPS anyway. Did not need the map as I could zoom out the GPS & more map area was presented."

S. Nichol (customer)

"Well, I'm back from my first trip with the PN-20, and I love it! Boy, sure does have a lot of features. I can't read the book beforehand and absorb all of it. Have to learn by doing and there were things of which I wasn't aware, and I failed to do some things that I should have. But, I'll learn more each time that I go out."

M.B., Knoxville, TN (customer)

"The rubbery back panel of the PN-20 does a great job of keeping the unit from sliding around on the dash. My Garmin, OTOH, has a tendency to go flying from one side of the dash to the other while driving around around corners, if I've forgotten to secure it."

�C. Feltus (customer)

"I was able to transfer the 3-D TopoQuads with the Section, Township and Range info to my PN-20.� I've been trying to find a GPS that would do this exact work for a very long time and ya'll have hit a home run with this device."