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With the Garmin GTM 12 Portable Traffic Receiver, steering clear of traffic tie-ups just got easier! This small FM-band traffic receiver connects between your car stereo and antenna to provide real-time Traffic Message Channel (TMC) data to compatible Garmin GPS navigation products. TMC is a fast-growing subscription service for people who live their lives on the road; already available in much of North America & Europe, TMC data gives prompt, accurate notification of accidents, road construction, police, or emergency action. Drivers can use this information to visually monitor traffic flow and, if necessary, select an alternate route. Depict and identify problem areas on your Garmin moving-map display, to avoid traffic jams and bottlenecks. A good driving experience starts with good driving decisions -- and for that you need good information. The Garmin GTM 12 traffic receiver can make a quantum difference in any driver's quality of life. Amazon.com Product Description:
With the Garmin GTM-12 FM Traffic Receiver for Traffic-Enabled GPS Navigators, you save drive time, gas, and your sanity by adding traffic services to your compatible Garmin. The GTM 12 is an FM TMC (Traffic Message Channel) traffic receiver and antenna. It receives digital information (where available) on traffic and road construction tie-ups that your compatible Garmin unit uses to offer an alternate route. The GTM 12 features a new compact design and includes an antenna suction cup mount, making it easy to install. The Garmin GTM-12 help you avoid traffic tie-ups. TMC data is available in a fast-growing number of cities throughout North America and Europe, and gives prompt, accurate notification of accidents, road construction, police, or emergency action, etc. 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 12, you see traffic developments in real-time, as they happen, so you can make the right decision sooner. The system also 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 12 is a plug-and-play FM RDS-TMC receiver that does not require professional installation. Note: Traffic services are available only in select cities where coverage exists. A subscription may be required to enable traffic capability. The purchase the GTM 12 includes a 15-month subscription to Clear Channel TMC in the Americas. What's in the Box
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