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Magellan back-up camera wins award

Magellan, a leading GPS brand, has been named an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Award Honouree for its Wireless Back-up Camera. that attaches to the vehicle's rear license plate and transmits images directly to one of several 7" Magellan GPS models transforming the display into a rear view monitor. When the car is put into reverse, the Magellan navigator will automatically switch from navigation mode to rear view mode, enabling drivers to view what is behind their car. The back-up
March 27, 2012 Read time: 1 min
Magellan, a leading GPS brand, has been named an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Award Honouree for its Wireless Back-up Camera. that attaches to the vehicle's rear license plate and transmits images directly to one of several 7" 1457 Magellan GPS models transforming the display into a rear view monitor. When the car is put into reverse, the Magellan navigator will automatically switch from navigation mode to rear view mode, enabling drivers to view what is behind their car. The back-up camera has a wide-angle view lens with a 120-degree horizontal and 100-degree vertical viewing area – perfect for seeing children, pets, toys, and other vehicles.

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