Rightway RW500JR Spotter 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator (Dale Earnhardt Jr. Edition) | 
| Brand: Transplant GPS, Inc.
Category: CE
List Price: $199.99
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Seller: Amazon.com
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Sales Rank: 33028
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 3.6 x 0.9 x 3.3
MPN: Spotter GPS Navigator, Dale Jr. Edition
Model: Spotter GPS Navigator, Dale Jr. Edition
UPC: 898671002085
EAN: 0898671002085
ASIN: B0021AEPZI
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| Features:
| • | Instead of a computer-generated voice, Dale Jr. provides turn-by-turn directions in a casual way | | • | Includes Points of Interest (POIs) unique to NASCAR and Dale Jr. | | • | Choose from a selection of Dale Jr.'s vehicles for the GPS pointer | | • | Video player, music player, photo viewing, and e-book capabilities | | • | 4.3-inch high-resolution LCD anti-glare screen |
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Product Description
The unit boasts turn-by-turn navigation with commentary provided by Dale
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description With turn-by-turn directions in Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s voice, a selection of vehicles for the GPS pointer, Points of Interest (POIs) unique to NASCAR and Dale Jr., and a pre-loaded Race Shop Tour Route, the Spotter is a portable navigation device (PND) like no other.  A navigation device like no other. Click to enlarge. | The Dale Jr. Edition Spotter possesses all the features you would expect from a high-quality PND: - Turn-by-turn guidance with street names (not available in Dale Jr's voice)
- 4.3-inch high-resolution LCD with anti-glare
- SiRF Atlas III GPS Module with Windows CE 5.0 Operating System
- Pre-loaded maps of the United States from Navteq (Q4 2008 map data)
- Video player, music player, photo viewing, and e-book capabilities
What makes the Spotter unique is Dale Earnhardt Jr. Instead of a computer-generated voice, Dale Jr. provides turn-by-turn directions in a casual way, saying "just ahead, hang a right" or "back her down" when you miss a turn. You have a choice of Dale Jr.'s cars--Amp car, National Guard car, or Team Trailer--for the GPS pointer marking your position on the route.  Comes pre-loaded with a Race Shop Tour Route. Click to enlarge. |  Choose from Dale Jr's cars for the GPS pointer marking your position on the route. Click to enlarge. |  Includes Points of Interest relevant to NASCAR and Dale Jr. fans. Click to enlarge. | The Spotter has two unique points-of-interest (POI) categories. First, the Dale Jr. POI contains a collection of places he likes to visit, businesses he owns, and where to get a great pizza. Dale Jr. even provides a little commentary on each of his stops. And second, the NASCAR POI includes all the NASCAR Home Tracks, NASCAR Speed Parks, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series tracks, and team garages. Just for the NASCAR fan, the Dale Jr. Edition Spotter comes pre-loaded with a Race Shop Tour Route. Start the tour at any point, and the Spotter will route you to 14 team garages and shops in the Charlotte, N.C., area. Navigation Features - Predictive Text Data Entry
- Voice Prompts (e.g., "In one mile, turn right")
- Street Name Text-to-Speech Capabilities (e.g. "Turn right on 1st Avenue")
- Map Views: 2D, 3D, Safety, and Itinerary
- Choice of Route Set-Up
- Automatic Re-Route
- Route Avoidance Options
- Over 1.7 Million Points of Interest
- Route Optimization
- Gas Calculator
About Transplant GPS Inc.
Founded in 2000, Transplant GPS has a history of innovative GPS products, starting with the creation of the world's first Bluetooth GPS while working with EMTAC Technology Corp. in 2001. Although best known for add-on GPS components, Transplant GPS engineered its first all-in-one personal navigation device (PND) in 2005 through an OEM project. In 2008, Transplant launched RightWay, its own GPS products line. The full line of RightWay-branded products range from GPS components to all inclusive PNDs. In addition to GPS, Transplant also develops and produces RFIS and GSM products. What's in the Box
Spotter Dale Jr. Edition GPS navigator, car charger, mounting system, quick start guide, user manual, photo of Dale Earnhardt Jr., SD card with photos and video clips
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| Customer Reviews:
 Awesome GPS with Dale Jr guiding all the way! September 2, 2009
Bev Anderson (Wisconsin, USA)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
I've used a friends Nuvi simultaniusly with the Dale Jr and the Nuvi was way off - had me heading down dead end roads into the lake! The Dale Jr GPS gave me right on directions. I love it! I'm on the road a lot and usually alone so it has been a life saver. The screen is the right size and it's small and light weight. Beats the Garmin Nuvi for me!
Well Worth The Price October 5, 2009
R. Dombrowski
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I like this GPS. Good thing it talks because it lays on the passenger seat. The suction cup mount broke after a week of extremely careful use. I registered the product and e-mailed the RightWay customer support about this, that it broke way too easy given the limited use and extreme care in handling it. I wish I could say the response was lousy, but it was worse than that. After three e-mails and no response, I bought my own mount which has been working fine for about a month now.
If you plan on buying this GPS, be prepared to include another $25 or so to the final price tag to cover the cost of a new mount. I truly hate companies like this.
UPDATE: The touchpad completely stopped working, making the unit useless. This time, I did get a response from RightWay customer service. On the first try. I had to post this update, because this time they were great. When I sent the unit back, I included the broken mount in the box. Not only did they send me a new mount, they repaired and returned the unit to me in less than a week. From no stars to five stars. As for the performance, I love this thing. Anyone having problems with bad directions from this unit either has a defective unit or did not understand or read the operating instructions. When you add an address location, it asks you first for the city or zip code. Next, a street name. And finally, a house number. I was keying in the house number prior to the street name... you will confuse the unit if you do not put in the address exactly as it asks you to. I live in the Pittsburgh suburbs, and had to go dahn-tahn today. An insurance company near Heinz field. It took me from the expressway to the city streets and back through the rural country roads without missing a turn. You can have it give you directions from quickest, shortest or economical perspectives. You can change from Dale Jr.'s voice, to other ones that will also speak street names. And you can change views from 3D, 2D and many others. Very customizable for even the most picky and demanding user. Well worth the price tag.
Dale Jr. GPS July 11, 2009
Valerie J. Cramer
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
It's what I thought I was getting and shipped when they said. Very satisfied with the purchase.
Looks good! November 22, 2009
jonotslow (Missouri)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought these as Christmas presents, so hopefully they will work okay. The packaging looks brand new, in which they are brand new. I received them promptly in good packaging. So far I am very happy, and I'm sure when they are opened at Christmas, my husband & son will love them.
 Love It November 17, 2009
KareBear
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this GPS over 4 months ago even though I did not need one since my phone all ready has GPS on it. I love this one. Traveling by plane and using my phone GPS is simpler but I take my SPOTTER GPS along. I enjoy hearing Dale Jr give directions. There are additional voices that give more detailed direction (name of streets). I have been watching the price for this GPS on [...] and [...] and the price on AMAZON is the best so far.
Just Wish I could listen to the race on it.
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