Traffic
... what traffic?
Traffic tie-ups can't always be prevented. But with Garmin's GTM
20, they can often be avoided.
Avoid Traffic Tie-ups
The GTM 20
is an integrated FM TMC (Traffic Message Channel) traffic receiver,
antenna and cigarette lighter adapter. Designed exclusively for
the American version of certain products, it receives digital
information (where available) on traffic and road construction
tie-ups that your compatible Garmin unit uses to offer an alternate
route. TMC data, available in a fast-growing number of cities
throughout North America and Europe, gives prompt, accurate notification
of accidents, road construction, police, or emergency action,
etc. — so
you can visually monitor traffic flow and, if necessary, avoid
traffic tie-ups.
Receive Real-time Traffic Data
In most areas,
depending on the service provider, TMC traffic broadcasts are
continuous — there's no waiting for scheduled
traffic news updates or random alerts. With the GTM 20, you see
traffic developments in real-time, as they happen, so you can make
the right decision sooner. The system alerts you when a traffic
problem is on your route and proposes an alternate route to avoid
the incident. Because traffic broadcasts are received via a "silent" FM
data channel, you can still listen to music or news programming
on your car radio without interference from incoming FM traffic
data transmissions.
The GTM 20 is a portable, all-in-one antenna, traffic receiver,
and 12-volt cigarette adapter that does not require professional
installation.
Subscription Information
Traffic services are available only in select cities where coverage
exists. A subscription may be required to enable traffic capability.
Throughout most of Western Europe, basic TMC data is a free public
service, accessible through a number of providers. In France and
the UK, premium service requires a subscription. In the U.S., a
subscription to the Total Traffic Network is required.
The GTM 20 comes is the configuration(s) listed below. Visit our
FM TMC Traffic Service pages to extend your current service or
purchase a service plan for an additional area.
For more information on real-time traffic information for your
Garmin, see our Traffic web pages.
Configuration(s) 010-00544-01
GTM 20 (Americas — includes
15 month subscription to Clear Channel TMC) |
