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Manufacturer: Magellan Part number: RM1470SGXUC
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- The Magellan RoadMate matches the competition's performance and ease of use, while providing a larger screen at a lower price.
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CNET editors' review
Magellan RoadMate 1470 price range: $139.99 - $229.93
- Reviewed by: Antuan Goodwin
- Reviewed on: 11/10/2009
The good: The Magellan RoadMate's OneTouch menu puts the most commonly accessed destinations and searches at a user's fingertips at all times. The smartly designed destination confirmation screen gives users a good deal of flexibility as to how they get where they're going. Large 4.7-inch touch screen gives users more real estate for maps and menus.
The bad: Poorly designed cradle interferes with power cable when mounting. The onscreen keyboard cannot be changed from its alphabetical layout to a more familiar QWERTY layout.
The bottom line: The Magellan RoadMate matches the competition's performance and ease of use, while providing a larger screen at a lower price.
User reviews
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RoadMate 1470
by iLinux on August 7, 2009
Pros: Large & very visible 4.3" screen, great short cuts in main menu, speaker volume is very good, includes latest map version, satellite signal acquired in less than a minute, lots of warnings before turning (bell sound a warning right before turning)
Cons: Hard to plug power cable to the unit, location is too close to the holder and it is hard to feel your way around. My suggestion, place the unit on the holder first, plug the power cable and then fix the entire assembly to the windshield, it works...
Summary: If you want bluetooth connection, MP3 capabilities, and a talking unit that does not understand your spoken commands, then spend more money and buy a Magellan 4700 series or the ...
Summary: If you want bluetooth connection, MP3 capabilities, and a talking unit that does not understand your spoken commands, then spend more money and buy a Magellan 4700 series or the Nuvi 800 series. However, if you are looking for a reliable (well, as reliable as these things get anyways as every manufacturer has their issues) that will take you from point A to B with ease of use and a 4.3 inch screen, then the RoadMate 1470, or the 1475, is a very good choice for the money. Currently, for approximately $170 in Amazon, you can get one of these units. For that price, you won't be able to get a Garmin Nuvi or a TomTom unit with a 4.3 inch screen. I've been using this unit for over a month in the Los Angeles area. So far it has performed beyond my expectations. The unit has a very good & friendly menu system with quick shortcuts to addresses, points of interests, local stuff like ATMs, restaurants, entertainment, and AAA suggestions that come in very handy when traveling to unfamiliar places. My favorite function is the "bell sound" it makes right before making a turn; a very handy tool in case you can not read the road sign. The lane assist signs are not as fancy as the Garmin products, but they have been very accurate for the Los Angeles metro. In case you pass you exit, the unit is quick to re-calculate and re-route you to your destination. This unit accepts an optional traffic receiver to get free traffic reports in major metro areas. The traffic receiver I purchased did not work out of the box, I order a replacement and will update on it... but the GPS unit works just fine without it so it's not a big deal for me. The unit has a software update available for download from Magellan, I did not see any major difference with the update, but it is supposed to improve the overall performance of the unit, so can't hurt. Acquiring the satellite signal averaged under a minute for me, other people have reported 3+ minutes in the Amazon comments, I guess it depends on your location and if you have clear & open access to the sky. The screen brightness was very good, even in sun light. Overall, this is a great value for the money. I also considered the Garmin Nuvi 265WT, which is also a very good unit, but decided on the RoadMate 1470 because the screen is bigger and it has the AAA traveling book included in the software. The Garmin will give you a bit more bells & whistles with its software, but the screen is smaller and you'll pay a bit more also. As far as map accuracy, don't expect any GPS unit to be 100% accurate all the time as they rely on the accuracy of the maps and it is close to impossible for the map company to keep up with every single road & neighborhood change/updates. Therefore, keeping this map issue in mind, the RoadMate 1470 does perform extremely well in comparison to previous generation and the current competing GPS units from Magellan, Garming & TomTom (stay away from the Navigon brand as they are no longer servicing the US market, too bad those units were OK also). In conclusion, if you are cheap like me and demand getting the most for your hard earned dollar, and bluetooth and MP3 connectivity is not a priority, then the RoadMate 1470, or 1475, unit is a great choice. I would certainly recommend it. [Review by an engineer, very picky about electronics..] Hope this review helped you !
Please note the screen size is 4.7" not 4.3" (sorry about that). I had a chance to test the traffic receiver for a second time, and it still does not work in the Los Angeles area which is one of the metro areas serviced by traffic reports. However, the unit it self continues to work very well ... so I do recommend the Roadmate 1470, but I would advice against the option traffic receiver.
Updated on Aug 14, 20099 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Was a great GPS unit Magellan released Firmware Update
by Rjw on February 4, 2010
Pros: Large display, easy to enter addresses, can add AAA ratings and information
Cons: Magellan releases untested Firmware Updates which corrupt units
Summary: Was a great GPS and I was very satisified. Unfortunetly, Magellan released an untested Firmware Update which corrupts the 1470, turning it into a paper weight. Customers must pay for ...
Summary: Was a great GPS and I was very satisified. Unfortunetly, Magellan released an untested Firmware Update which corrupts the 1470, turning it into a paper weight. Customers must pay for shipping to send corrupted units back to Magellan. In return, Magellan sends the customer a refurbished replacement, which in some cases does not work upon receipt. The Customer Service policies are enough to NOT recommend anything from Magellan.
5 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Quick, Easy, Accurate, But Advertising En Route Stinks
by rrcaniglia on March 30, 2010
Pros: Happy with all aspects that I use. (I don't use long multi-point routing.) Quick lock-up with sats. Like customizable buttons. Cheap. Easy to change routing option on the move.
Cons: Lifetime traffic updates come with an ad bar that randomly pops up on the screen for 3-5 secs. Annoying. Can't be turned off. Loads destinations you key-in as HOME. I've learned to put Home in a custom button. Also, lousy sound quality.
Summary: If you can ignore the ads that randomly pop up for a few seconds at a time, it's a nice unit. I haven't had any real issue with ...
Summary: If you can ignore the ads that randomly pop up for a few seconds at a time, it's a nice unit. I haven't had any real issue with the power cord plug, even though I understand what the cnet reviewer is talking about.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Returned twice, called tech support so many times!
by delux_version on May 20, 2010
Pros: Great clarity, simple zooming option allow view of exits, great clear voice, easy idiot proof touch screen, easy mounting options, best map graphics, quick re-routing during detours, perfect size for viewing and ending dash clutter. Has trucker chip!
Cons: The entire problem can be pin-pointed to one or two places. The battery and the cables that attach it to the power. I've called so many times trying to find out why the device just stops running it's ridiculous. Refuses to charge or charges too slow!
Summary: This product would be getting my highest rating if it were not for the power problems. The problem started with the downloading process. First, if you have the latest windows ...
Summary: This product would be getting my highest rating if it were not for the power problems. The problem started with the downloading process. First, if you have the latest windows 7 then too bad! Can't download. You have to locate some old windows XP version. Second, it's too complicated to update. Just too many steps and the end result un-noticed. Well, not entirely un-noticed, the first download shut down the device entirely and I had to return it for a refurbished piece of junk. Next the second device was sent with the old version so I had to re-download the newer version. Then the problems began again. Power was slowly being sapped from the battery while plugged into the 12 volt power source. I went through 3 different power cables for this unit. Even the traffic link power cord. After calling the tech support more than I call my own parents, (hope you can understand bizarre accents) I decided to call human resources and complain. Never got a return call or e-mail. But hey, that's the way it is with all these kinds of companies so I wasn't too upset. I finally sent the dead second unit back and went out and bought a competitors brand (Cobra 7700) and this should freak you out but I miss the "working" Magellan Roadmate! Really! If you can just get a working model of the roadmate you won't be sorry! As a trucker the co-pilot chip for the 1470 came in handy but it is like buying a completely different unit. The Roadmates superior screen and clear voice and easy use just out classes all competitors. But, the poor craftsmanship of the product will always send reviews spiraling to a low rating. It's usually the other way around, great quality, poor programming, but, not on this unit, or at least the one's I was sent. If they could replace the power plug-in and separate it from the computer plug-in the problem may have been removed. To summarize.... The programming is the best, the mechanics is the worst, and the size is just right! (Cobra unit is 7 inch screen and too big with poor picture quality)
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Ok for short routes. Unit resets when the route is long
by ey_7355 on August 15, 2009
Pros: I have 2 garmins Nuvi's and decided to try the RoadMate. It's a very nice unit. Good features and display. I very easy to enter addresses and find POI. I like the turn now bell.
Cons: Unit is useless on long routes because it reset's whenever you try to enter one. Not talking 1500 miles either. Sometimes just 35 miles resets the unit. Mfg is aware and was supposed to have a S/W fix by May. I updated my S/W mid Aug, still resets.
Summary: If they can fix the glitch it will be a decent unit. It does some things (not all) better than the garmin. I'd stay away from this unit until ...
Summary: If they can fix the glitch it will be a decent unit. It does some things (not all) better than the garmin. I'd stay away from this unit until they get it working though. Check their website. http://www.magellangps.com/support/faqdetail.asp?faqid=654&prodid=2177
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Re: Firmware Update & Customer Service
by atinfante on November 22, 2010
Pros: None. The competitors have better products & customer service
Cons: Firmware update corrupts all units
Summary: The firmware update not only corrupted my original Roadmate 1424 unit but the refurbished one as well. When I confronted their Escalation Unit Manager about this problem, all she could ...
Summary: The firmware update not only corrupted my original Roadmate 1424 unit but the refurbished one as well. When I confronted their Escalation Unit Manager about this problem, all she could say was that they were looking into it. She promised to upgrade it to a new Roadmate 2045 which was supposed to be sent the day after we talked via Fedex Overnight Delivery since I needed it for a weekend trip. It has now been one week & it still isn't in my possession. I called back the Escalation Manager & she said that they are having a warehouse issue as well & was going to have the replacement unit sent right away. I told her not to bother since I went out & purchased a Garmin GPS instead since Magellan failed to live up to their promise. I contacted their Media Contact, Raphel Finelli at rfinelli@magellangps.com & all he could say was, "Let me pass this to my folks in service..."
So much for Customer Service & goodwill.....1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I must say I'm impressed with this thing
by productvibe on March 21, 2010
Pros: I would recommend this product to any beginner.
Cons: On the settings page it states you can change the vehicle type from taxi, pedestrian, bus, etc... I looked everywhere for this option and have come to the conclusion.... it just doesn't exist
Summary: Update: Amazon has dropped the price to $134, that's a great price! <a href="http://www.productvibe.com/product.aspx?id=1005"> view full price history here&...
Summary: Update: Amazon has dropped the price to $134, that's a great price! <a href="http://www.productvibe.com/product.aspx?id=1005"> view full price history here</a>
My wife bought the RoadMate 1470 on (gasp)some shopping network. However, I must say I'm impressed with this thing. Not ever having a GPS before, I can't compare against other products of similar specs. So I will tell you this... I LIKE IT! That's the up side. Now for the few down sides. On the settings page it states you can change the vehicle type from taxi, pedestrian, bus, etc... I looked everywhere for this option and have come to the conclusion.... it just doesn't exist. As a trucker I was hoping to change to a "bus" in order to at least get that route information. I know on the Magellan web sites "Ask Maggie" section, it states that commercial vehicles and restricted routes are not offered on this and a boat load of other models. So, I'm just a bit disappointed they brought it up in the first place and got my hopes up. Boo-Hoo for me, but, this still is a fantastic piece of genius! I bought the traffic link power cable but have not had the chance to use it. (Then found a half price coupon, for the cord, in the box it came with, damn my luck) Yet even with all these little detours in satisfaction I would recommend this to any beginner.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great unit for the money
by elvisfan on November 19, 2009
Pros: Predictive typing of towns and streets and numbers. Fast calculations of reroutes since the firmware was updated. Larger screen. Easier to get to types of routes. 1 touch Icons.
Cons: Mounting of USB plug. Still quirky directions sometimes. Inconsistant routing. Could use something called "Simple route". It should take traffic lights into account when calculating routing on surface streets.
Summary: This is certainly a great unit for the money. I think it is better then the other brands out there. The predictive typing is great. Once you have put in ...
Summary: This is certainly a great unit for the money. I think it is better then the other brands out there. The predictive typing is great. Once you have put in the city, You can not misspell the street. Once the street is entered, it only allows valid adresses. The 1 touch is not available on any other unit. Puts all your favorites 2 touches away. Since the firmware update, you have a choice of keyboards and you have more then twice as many 1 touch icons. It also recalculates missed turns much better. The only thing that is lacking is judgement. When it is calculating fastest time and the fastest time involves surface streets, it should take into account that you may have to stop at traffic lights. I calculated 1 route and fastest time was 4minutes shorter then most use of freeways. However, fastest time was on surface streets and involved 6 turns and probably at least 15 lights. Most use of freeways was a straight shot and very few lights. With 15 lights, you know you are going to stop at at least 10 of them for 1 minute each. In other words, there is no way to make the time estimated on surface streets. This should be taken into account. I don't know of any unit that does that. Outside of that, Magellan has always had the best interface and user experience.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Device is better than support
by 5htej23 on August 14, 2012
Pros: The device works fine, although it tells me I have arrived home when passing a neighbors house about four houses away. Fortunately I come home sober and don't go into the wrong driveway. ;-)
Rerouting is very fast. AAA Tour Book info is also great!Cons: Magellan leaves older customers in the dust by no providing the same perks as they now do on almost all of their popular models: free map and traffic updates.
Summary: Since Magellan seems to be the only company that has partnered with AAA to provide their Tour Book information (which can updated for free by AAA members) it gives them ...
Summary: Since Magellan seems to be the only company that has partnered with AAA to provide their Tour Book information (which can updated for free by AAA members) it gives them a definite advantage.
One reviewer mentioned that Magellan releases untested firmware updates.
However, even though most, if not all, or their current popular models now offer free map updates (up to 4 per year) as well as free traffic updates, it isn't really a way to keep customers satisfied to make them buy a newer model when they have a perfectly good one still working.
I have two models Roadmate 1475, and Maestro 5310, neither of which are eligible for free map updates. And the updates are not cheap! Two or three updates cost more than a new unit.
If Magellan wants to ensure customer loyalty so that they will come back when a unit fails, they should show some loyalty to their customers by providing the updates as long as they are working.
AAA provides the Tour Book data for the life of the unit; why doesn't Magellan do the same for their updates?
Updated on Aug 14, 2012
I can attest to that as well. One such updated "bricked" my unit, but they agreed to replace it with a refurbished one even though the warranty period had expired.
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Will not repair barely after a year of ownership.
by higherlevelink on February 25, 2011
Pros: One of the largest screens at the time.
Cons: Power cable location The ding at is ridiculous. warranty ran out it it started sending inaccurate data. emails and attempts to send it to them for repair that I would pay they told me they don,t repair them. It is in a landfill somewhere in Texas.
Summary: PS I recommend buying an extended warranty on any GPS you buy. Steve
Summary: PS I recommend buying an extended warranty on any GPS you buy. Steve
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Magellan
- Part number: RM1470SGXUC
- Description: The Magellan RoadMate 1470 device boasts the acclaimed OneTouch menu, a 4.7-inch color touch screen, and an ultra-thin design. Preloaded maps and points of interest for the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico make the RoadMate 1470 ideal for both business trips and vacations. Easy-to-use, premium features give you confidence on the road and deliver a powerful navigation experience.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type GPS receiver
- Recommended Use Automotive
- Preloaded Maps USA ,
Canada ,
Puerto Rico - Card Reader microSD
- Interface USB
- Voice Street name announcement,
Navigation instructions - SBAS EGNOS,
WAAS - Antenna Built-in
- Accuracy Position - 10 ft - 16 ft ( With WAAS ),
Position - 10 ft - 16 ft ( With EGNOS ) - Features Automatic day/night mode,
Preinstalled POIs Display
- Type LCD - Color - Yes
- Diagonal Size 4.7 in
Connections
- Connector Type USB
Battery
- Type Lithium ion
- Run Time (Up To) 3 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
- Body Material High-impact plastic
- Included Accessories USB cable,
Car power adapter,
Dashboard disc,
Automotive windshield mount Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5.2 in
- Depth 0.7 in
- Height 3.3 in
- Weight 10 oz
Accessories
- 10" 800 Watt SUBWOOFER - KOLE MFW-10 (33578790)69.99
- Atrend 10" Dual Sealed Subwoofer Enclosure for 2002 or Later Avalanche/Escalade Trucks, Charcoal (33387192)62.75 - 81.99
- Atrend 10" Dual Sealed Subwoofer Enclosure for 2002 or Later Dodge Ram Quad Cab Trucks, Charcoal (33411282)78.26
- Alpine CDE 121 - radio / CD / MP3 player / digital player (34462902)98.95 - 108.00
- Audiovox EX50 LCD monitor (31317462)103.96
- BOSS BV 7320 DVD player with LCD monitor, AM/FM tuner, digital player (34072763)87.99 - 124.95
- Alpine SXE 1750S - car speaker (31942988)39.95 - 51.00
- BOSS PHANTOM SKULL Series SK65 - car speaker (34864250)31.36 - 51.00
- BOSS PHANTOM SKULL Series SK693 - car speaker (34864255)34.95 - 55.58
- Magellan RoadMate 1700-MU - GPS receiver (34755088)116.51 - 163.50
- Garmin Nuvi 50 GPS receiver (35022595)109.99 - 149.99
- Garmin nüvi 40LM GPS receiver (35022291)99.88 - 169.40
- Alpine KTP-445 (32856425)109.97 - 130.50
- Alpine V-Power MRP F250 - amplifier (31696476)139.99
- AudioBahn A4002V - amplifier (31869199)119.99
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Magellan
- Address:
960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773 - Phone: 1-800-707-9971
