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Magellan eXplorist 500

Product Code: MAGE500

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Deliveries

We offer UK, Europe and Worldwide deliveries. We despatch orders at 4:30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. We need to receive your order on those days by 3:00pm. When possible we may despatch orders received after that time. No orders are despatched on Saturday, Sunday or Bank Holidays in England and Wales.

We offer FREE UK delivery on all orders of £50.00 or more, plus next working day and guaranteed Saturday delivery options. Click here for further info. All options also appear at the basket pages.

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The Magellan eXplorist 500 Europe has 8 MB of built-in maps of Europe and an intuitive interface make it easy to start navigating right out of the box. Save 5 track log files, 20 routes and 500 points of interest to the 8 MB of additional internal memory, but store as many as you want on optional SD cards offering unlimited memory expansion. View speed, direction, distance to destination and all the GPS information you need on 4 easy-to-read colour navigation screens.

The Magellan eXplorist 500 Europe's colour screen makes reading maps and GPS information easy with vibrant graphics in all lighting conditions. Transfer map data from your PC to your Magellan eXplorist 500 with the high-speed USB data port.

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.

The Magellan eXplorist 500 handheld satnav is accurate to within 3 meters and with the 8 MB of built-in European maps it's easy to navigate around roads, parks, waterways and to find other points of interest. 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 Magellan eXplorist 500.

The Magellan eXplorist 500 global positioning system is ready to go with no service fees and no activation fees.

Handheld/Outdoor FAQs

Do you have a question about the Magellan eXplorist 500 or other handheld GPS related question that's not been answered on this webpage? Please see our handheld and Outdoor GPS FAQs page for questions from other customers.Plus if the answer to your question isn't featured, use the online form to ask us for the answer. Alternatively please telephone 01733 777623 Monday to Friday (9:30am-5:00pm) to speak to one of our sales team.

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Magellan eXplorist 500 Features

‣Built-in background map (8MB)
‣High-definition colour display
‣Backlight amber glow
‣Preloaded points of interest
‣Rugged design, rubber-protected
‣8MB of usable memory
‣Superior tracking with 14 parallel channels
‣Rechargeable Li-ion battery
‣TrueFix GPS technology
‣USB data point
‣3 metre accuracy (WAAS/EGNOS)
‣Multiple track logs
‣Unlimited storage of data using SD cards
‣Pocket-sized and waterproof to IPX-7

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Installation

The Magellan eXplorist 500 cigarette lighter adaptor provides easy installation in a car. Clip Case - eXplorist Keep your Magellan eXplorist GPS secure and right where you need it. Bike Mounting Bracket - eXplorist Conveniently mount your Magellan eXplorist series GPS receiver on your bicycle or motorcycle. Swivel Mounting Bracket - eXplorist Conveniently mount your Magellan eXplorist series GPS receiver in your car, truck, boat or virtually any vehicle. Vehicle Mounting Bracket - eXplorist Strong suction cups conveniently secure your Magellan eXplorist series GPS receiver to the windshield of your car.

Map Coverage

The Magellan eXplorist 500 is installed with maps of Europe. MapSend DirectRoute Europe can be purchased separately. This software adds advanced, automated street guidance to your Magellan GPS handheld satnav device including turn-by-turn directions, visual and audio prompts, easy rerouting, detailed street-level road maps and extensive Points of Interest.

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Magellan eXplorist 500 Accessories

Looking for accessories and spares for the Magellan eXplorist 500? Many parts are available including a clip case, cigarette lighter adaptor and vehicle mount.

View all Magellan eXplorist 500 accessories

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Magellan eXplorist 500 Technical Specification

‣Technology: GPS
‣Installation: Handheld
‣Power: Internal Battery
‣Dimensions: Width - 53mm, Depth - 33mm, Height - 117mm
‣Guarantee: 2-year
‣Magellan eXplorist 500 manual

Manual requires Adobe Acrobat Reader
Download a free copy here

This is a sophisticated electronic device. It is important to read, understand, and follow the instructions provided in the user manual (usually available via the 'manual' link above). To ensure optimal performance, you will need internet access and should regularly download and install firmware and software updates as recommended by the manufacturer. Like all GPS devices, it requires a clear view of the sky to connect with satellites, so be aware that certain vehicle glass or enclosures may block or reduce GPS signal reception.

Updates for this device are delivered via the internet. This page provides information on compatibility with current devices such as PCs, laptops, Macs, and smartphones. Under the Consumer Contract Regulations, you have 14 days from receipt of purchase to verify compatibility with your internet-connected device. Please note that if you later replace or upgrade your PC, Mac, or smartphone, neither ActiveGPS nor the manufacturer can guarantee compatibility with the new operating system.

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Page updated: 2nd January 2026