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Magellan RoadMate 1700
Manuals
Printed manuals are only available in English and can only ship with in the U.S.
Please click here to order your printed manual's.
Manuals are only available for shipping with in the U.S. For printed manuals, we have partnered with a third party company to provide print-on-demand services.
Once on the third party vendors site you will be asked to create an account. This is NOT the same as your Magellan account log in. You will have to create a log in with Wolverine Solutions Group to place an order for a printed manual.
Product Disclaimer:
This service is being provided by Wolverine Solutions Group, not by Magellan. Wolverine Solutions Group will appear as the billing vendor in your credit card statement.
Manuals are now brought to you by MiTAC International Corporation. All rights reserved.
Upgrades and Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Audio/Video port used for?
- What size Audio/Video cable can I use?
- How long will the battery last on a full battery charge?
- How do I charge the battery?
- What is the button above the green/orange LED light used for?
- Is my unit compatible with TrafficLink?
- What is the micro SD card slot used for?
- My unit came with something in the micro SD card slot, what is it for?
- Can I output or amplify sound?
- Can I purchase an alternate mounting solution?
- What does the green or orange LED indicate?
- What is the USB port used for?
- What is Highway Lane Assist?
- What is Text-to-Speech (TTS)?
- Can I charge or power my RoadMate 1700 using the USB port?
- How do I update my map?
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Specifications
PHYSICAL
| Case | High-impact plastic |
| Pre-Loaded Maps | contiguous US, Hawaii, PR |
| Size | 7.5"W x 4.17"H x 0.63"D (19.05cmW x 10.6cmH x 1.6cmD) |
| Weight | 10.5 oz (297g) |
| Screen Size | 7.0" |
| Antenna Type | internal patch antenna |
PERFORMANCE
| GPS Accuracy | 10-15 feet (3-5 meters) |
POWER
| Source | 720mAh, Li-ion rechargeable |
| Battery Life | 30 minutes |
Features
OneTouch favorites menu affords instant access to your personalized bookmarks of favorite places and searches anywhere you travel. With a single touch, find your favorite café or restaurant when you're traveling within any city.
7-inch wide color touch screen is easy to read with four-times the detail of a standard GPS and an anti-glare display that shows your position, POI, route, ETA, and more on the interactive map.
A/V input lets you watch video from your favorite media player
Preloaded maps give you information and directions as you travel the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. (Mexico map upgrade is sold separately).
AAA TourBook provides ratings and descriptions on AAA approved places to stay, play, dine, and save.
AAA Member Roadside Assistance gets you help fast with a toll-free member service number to assist you in finding an AAA approved tow truck or repair shop. The menu also shows your exact GPS location so you can provide precise information to your location.
6 million points of interest (POI) help you easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, coffee shops, and much more.
Highway lane assist points you in the right direction and shows you the correct lane well before your next turn.
QuickSpell with SmartCity search narrows your address and city searches, making destination entry easy.
QWERTY keyboard lets you input text easily.
Multi-destination routing with route optimization lets you plan your trip with multiple stops in the order you want or optimize a trip for the most efficient route, saving you time and money.
Spoken street name guidance allows you to hear street names with every voice direction so you'll know when to make your next turn.
Highway exit POI shows you gas stations, restaurants, hotels, and more near upcoming highway exits.
Branded POI displays your favorite coffee shops, restaurants, and more by their respective logos.
SmartDetour™ functionality lets you navigate around accidents or stalled traffic, and chooses the best route to get you to your destination quickly and safely.
Customizable route method lets you select the shortest distance, fastest time, most use of freeways, or least use of freeways to customize your route.
Bird's eye 3D view lets you clearly see your surroundings in 2D or 3D to make navigation easier.
Auto re-route ensures that you will never miss a turn and quickly gets your back on track whenever you take a detour.
Auto Night View™ automatically adjusts your screen's color and contrast for easy night viewing.
7-inch wide color touch screen is easy to read with four-times the detail of a standard GPS and an anti-glare display that shows your position, POI, route, ETA, and more on the interactive map.
A/V input lets you watch video from your favorite media player
Preloaded maps give you information and directions as you travel the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. (Mexico map upgrade is sold separately).
AAA TourBook provides ratings and descriptions on AAA approved places to stay, play, dine, and save.
AAA Member Roadside Assistance gets you help fast with a toll-free member service number to assist you in finding an AAA approved tow truck or repair shop. The menu also shows your exact GPS location so you can provide precise information to your location.
6 million points of interest (POI) help you easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, coffee shops, and much more.
Highway lane assist points you in the right direction and shows you the correct lane well before your next turn.
QuickSpell with SmartCity search narrows your address and city searches, making destination entry easy.
QWERTY keyboard lets you input text easily.
Multi-destination routing with route optimization lets you plan your trip with multiple stops in the order you want or optimize a trip for the most efficient route, saving you time and money.
Spoken street name guidance allows you to hear street names with every voice direction so you'll know when to make your next turn.
Highway exit POI shows you gas stations, restaurants, hotels, and more near upcoming highway exits.
Branded POI displays your favorite coffee shops, restaurants, and more by their respective logos.
SmartDetour™ functionality lets you navigate around accidents or stalled traffic, and chooses the best route to get you to your destination quickly and safely.
Customizable route method lets you select the shortest distance, fastest time, most use of freeways, or least use of freeways to customize your route.
Bird's eye 3D view lets you clearly see your surroundings in 2D or 3D to make navigation easier.
Auto re-route ensures that you will never miss a turn and quickly gets your back on track whenever you take a detour.
Auto Night View™ automatically adjusts your screen's color and contrast for easy night viewing.