eXplorist 600
 
 
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Overview
 

Do you want all the bells and whistles? The Magellan eXplorist 600 is packed with them. You get a 3-axis electronic compass, a barometric pressure thermometer and an altimeter, plus the ability to expand your GPS mapping via a high-speed USB data port and unlimited secure digital (SD) card storage. The Magellan Geocache Manager enables you to download caches directly to your eXplorist 600 and with the PC-style file memory system it's easy to manage all of your data. Finally, the eXplorist 600 features a 16-color display so you can see everything in brilliant color. Easily navigate with the intuitive keypad and the joystick control. Add detailed street maps, topo or lake maps using optional Magellan MapSend software to expand the use of your eXplorist 600.

8 MB of built-in maps and 8 MB of additional memory means you can save up to 5 track log files, 20 routes and 500 points of interest on the internal memory, but you can store as many as you want on optional SD cards. Magellan TrueFix technology provides superior accuracy and reliability giving you the freedom to explore without concern of getting lost.

Pocket-sized, powerful and full of valuable features, your Magellan eXplorist 600 gives you real GPS that can guide you in full color on every outdoor adventure.


Electronic compass

The built-in electronic 3-axis compass points you in the right direction even when you are standing still or upside down on a rocky peak. No need to carry another piece of navigation equipment.

Barometric Pressure Thermometer

Like carrying your own little weather station, now you'll know what might be rolling in.

Altimeter

Keep track of your elevation no matter how high your adventure takes you.

Full color screen

The 16-color screen makes reading maps and GPS information easy with vibrant graphics in all lighting conditions.

Unlimited SD Card Expandability

Your eXplorist 600 features SD card compatibility for unlimited memory expansion. Use optional Magellan MapSend software to add detailed street maps, topo or lake maps to any number of SD memory cards (sold separately).

USB data port

Transfer map data from your PC to your eXplorist 500 with the high-speed USB data port.

Area Calculation

Want to find the distance between three or more points of interest that you plan to hike around or the area between them? Simply select the points of interest on the map and the eXplorist can determine the area between them and the perimeter around them.

Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery

This Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack can keep your eXplorist continuously powered-up for up to 14 hours. Recharge your battery directly through your receiver again and again without reducing its performance.

TrueFix Technology - Accurate & Reliable

TrueFix GPS technology takes advantage of 14 parallel channels, supported by WAAS and EGNOS Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems for fast signal acquisition, minimal signal loss and reliable accuracy to within 3 meters.

Geocache Manager

Download geocache coordinates from Internet sites and use them on your outdoor adventures. This unique feature makes managing coordinates even easier with a PC-style file system. You don't have to be a geocacher to appreciate the Magellan Geocache Manager. Learn more about Geocaching.

Built-in mapping

With 8 MB of built-in North American or European maps it's easy to navigate around roads, parks, waterways and to find airports and other points of interest.

Easy-to-use

One-button access takes you directly to all of the most important features. Intuitive operation with keypad and joystick control adds even more fun to GPS navigation. First-time user can easily navigate with the eXplorist 600.

Languages

No matter your language, there's a good chance the eXplorist speaks it. Choose from English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Portuguese, Dutch or Norwegian.

Track Logging

Store up to 5 track log files, each with 2000 track-points to the internal memory and store an unlimited amount of track log files to optional SD cards, to easily find your way to your favorite spot again and again.

Four navigation screens

View speed, direction, distance to destination and all the GPS information you need on 4 easy-to-read color navigation screens.

Satellite status

Monitor the GPS satellites tracking your position and get information about their status.

Pocket-sized

Don't let the size fool you. The eXplorist 600 is packed with real GPS power and cool features at an unbeatable value. But at 2.1" x 4.6" x 1.3" and only 5.4 oz you can take it anywhere.

Large backlit color display

Navigate in color! Easily view all the GPS information you need to make your adventure fun and safe, even at night, with the large backlit color display.

Rugged construction

Rubber armored, impact resistant plastic lets you to confidently take your eXplorist 600 on every adventure.

Waterproof

eXplorist 600 is sealed to IPX-7 specifications, you don't have to worry about getting it wet.

Warranty

We pride ourselves on building rugged and reliable navigation products that you can depend on, backed by a full one-year warranty in North America.

 
Specifications
 
Part Number 980771-06 (NA), 980771-13 (EU)
Unit Dimensions 4.6" x 2.1" x 1.3" (11.7 cm x 5.3 cm x 3.3 cm)
Display Size 1.8" x 1.4" (4.6 cm x 3.6 cm), 2.25" Diagonal (122 x 160)
Display Type 16 color transflective TFT LCD
Weight 5.4 oz (153 g) with li-ion battery
Battery Type removable, rechargeable lithium-ion (1300 mAh) or optional AAA x 3 Adapter
Battery Life 14 hours (Li-ion), 8 hours (AAA)
Waterproof Yes (IPX7)
Floats No
High Sensitivity Receiver No
GNSS Antenna Patch
GNSS Constellations GPS + WAAS/EGNOS
Accuracy < 7 meters (GPS),  < 5 meters (WAAS/EGNOS)
Altimeter Yes
Barometer Yes
Compass Electronic 3-axis
Interface USB
Memory 16 MB user data
Basemap Yes (16 MB North America or Europe)
Preloaded Maps No
Add Maps Yes
Data Card Yes (SD Card)
Waypoints 500 (GPSr), Unlimited (SD Card)
Routes 20 (GPSr), Unlimited (SD Card)
Track Logs 5 (GPSr), Unlimited (SD Card)
Geocaches 200 (GPSr), Unlimited (SD Card)
Speaker Internal Buzzer
NMEA Data Yes (NMEA 0183)
Operating Temperature 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C)
 
Documents
 
Magellan eXplorist 600 Basic User Manual
Magellan eXplorist 600 Reference Manual
Magellan eXplorist x00 Series Brochure
Magellan eXplorist x00 Series Features
Magellan eXplorist x00 Data Cable Connection
 
Media
 
Press Release - eXplorist 600
Press Release - eXplorist 400, 500, 600
 
Update History
 
2.57 (12MAR07)
  • German grid fix regarding accuracy of position.
  • New Swedish grid for SWEREF99.
  • New SD Card management:
    • Main Menu changed to move Map selection easier to access.
    • Map selection Title changed from "active setup" to "active map".
  • Auto-detect on Plug in/out SD Card and popup menu to propose detail map selection.
  • SD-card folders not anymore renamed (from original English).
  • Communication screen modified to add configuration between (USB and serial) for usage of new NMEA accessory cable.
  • New navigation screens added:
    • NAV screen.
    • SPEED screen.
    • TIME screen.
    • LARGE FONT screen.
    • Option in Preferences to select/deselect each of the navigation screens.
  • VMG (velocity made good) added to information selected on configurable fields.
 
2.03 (22DEC05)
  • BlueNav XL3 support for both North America and Europe
  • Updated Tides & Currents algorythm
  • Improved Language Support
  • Added card utilities to Advance Features
  • Improved alarm backlight functionality
  • Added Save As to the Mark function
  • Used same datum transformation as eXplorist XL and MobileMapper
  • Added waypoint projection
  • Modified the default USB mode from Power Only to File Transfer Mode
  • Updated text strings for localization issues
  • Made GPS performance improvements
  • Added option to turnoff geocache and waypoint names to Map Setup
  • Find geocache by date\time stamping
  • List "found" caches
  • Added show/hide found caches option
  • Added point-to-point routing option to the reroute menu when using Direct Route
  • ID/Name Cache Sorting Ability
  • Improved Keyword Search to handle new language support