Thursday, December 22, 2011

GPSMAP 76CSx by Garmin

The GPSMAP 76CSx adds a whole new dimension to the mariner-friendly 76-series navigators: a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, barometric altimeter and electronic compass, microSD™ card slot, color TFT screen and turn-by-turn routing — features that have made the 76CSx and its counterpart, the GPSMAP 76Cx, a mainstay among serious outdoor enthusiasts.

Find your way through the wilderness with the GPSMAP 76CSx's high-sensitivity GPS receiver, which acquires satellite signals quickly and tracks your location in challenging conditions, such as heavy tree cover or deep canyons. You can use the built-in electronic compass to view bearing information even while you're standing still, and the barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude. You even can use the altimeter to plot barometric or ambient pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions. The 76CSx's bright, color TFT display makes it easy to distinguish details on the screen in any kind of lighting. And, like the rest of the 76-series, 76CSx is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water.


Physical & Performance:

Unit dimensions, WxHxD:2.7" x 6.2" x 1.2" (6.9 x 15.7 x 3.0 cm)
Display size, WxH:1.6" x 2.2" (4.1 x 5.6 cm)
Display resolution, WxH:160 x 240 pixels
Display type:256 color transflective TFT
Weight:7.7 oz (218 g) with batteries
Battery:2 AA batteries (not included)
Battery life:18 hours, typical
Waterproof:yes (IPX7)
Floats:yes
High-sensitivity receiver:yes
Interface:serial and USB