Trumpion TR-G1 GPS System Review

May 30, 2008

Trumpion TR-G1 GPS system is introduced by Trumpion with a range of smart features. Here they emphasize on an advanced device that is sleek and sturdy yet easy to use.

Smart Interface

The 3.5" touch screen of the TR-G1 enables easy handling and functioning. It comes with a resolution as good as 320*240 pixels and 64,000 colours.

Advanced Maps with POIs and Speed Camera Locations

A full Europe map comes pre-loaded in the device that is very much upgradeable. The map also features an array of Points of Interests and Speed camera locations. It allows viewing in 2D or 3D display modes.

Good Navigational Aspects

Multiple destinations sorted automatically
Voice prompts for upcoming turns
Fast re-routing after temporary alteration of course automatically calculated
An intelligent best route calculator for determining the shortest and the fastest routes possible for convenience
An option to design and save particular Points of Interests according to the user’s tastes
A programme for warning the driver in case of excess speeding
Navigate door to door with the TR G1
Enhanced search possible using postcode as well as street identities

Multimedia enhanced

The pre loaded MP3 and MP4, players in the Trumpion TR G1 sat nav prompt you to enjoy your favourite music or videos that can be stored in the system. You can also view your favourite JPEG pictures here.

Other Key features

With this device comes an audio line out along with a headphone jack
A battery (Li ION, 1300 mAh) that lives up to 4 hours of single charge
An in built antenna
A 300 MHz ARM 9 processor as CPU chipset
Can access up to 20 satellite GPS channels

Warranty

The Trumpion TR G1 GPS navigator comes with a standard one year warranty from the day of first purchase.

Trumpion TR-G1 Sat Nav System - Specification Details

General Features
Brand	Trumpion
Model	Trumpion TR-G1
Maps included	Detailed map of all European countries pre loaded
Mapping display	2D/3D
Screen size	3.5"
Memory Total Capacity Free Space Internal Type Expansion Type	64MB - Yes SD card
Battery life	4 hours
Weight	190 g
Dimensions (L x H x D) mm	102 x 80 x 19.5
Portable or fixed	Portable
Warranty	1 year
Additional Features
Touch screen	Yes
Searchable postcode digits	Yes
Spoken audio directions	Yes
Dynamic routing	Yes
Points of interest (POI)	Yes
Live traffic information	-
SiRFStar III GPS Chipset facility	Yes
Multimedia Features
Music	Yes
Photos	Yes
Video	Yes
FM Transmitter	No
iPOD	No
Accessories
A/C car adapter	Yes
USB cable	Yes
House charger	Yes