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The Garmin GPSmap 60Cx GPS handheld navigation system features a removable 64Mb microSD card for detailed mapping memory and a waterproof, rugged housing. The microSD card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment. Users can load map data and transfer routes and waypoints through the unit's fast USB connection.

This Garmin GPSmap 60Cx global positioning system features a new, highly sensitive GPS receiver that acquires satellites faster and lets users track their location in challenging conditions, such as heavy foliage or deep canyons.

Considered the mainstay satnav system among serious outdoor enthusiasts, the GPSmap 60Cx handheld GPS offer a large color TFT display and turn-by-turn routing capability. Each GPS navigation system comes with a blank 64 MB microSD card. Owners of these new x-series handhelds can also purchase new microSD cards that are pre-loaded with MapSource® TOPO and inland lake maps, BlueChart® marine cartography, and City NavigatorT street maps.

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Features

New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
Display: 1.5" W x 2.2" H, 2.6"-diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)
LED backlit Garmin satnav display and keypad
Battery life: up to 18 hours using two AA alkaline batteries
Internal memory is preloaded with a marine point database
1,000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes
Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more
Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock
Large-numbers option for easy viewing; dual-position display mode
Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more
Satellite navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial port
10,000-point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions
Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt
Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. TOPO 24K, U.S. TOPO, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots
Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards.

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Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Map Coverage

The Garmin GPSmap 60Cx is pre-loaded with the Atlantic Recreational Routable Basemap v2 which includes Europe, extreme western Russia, Africa, and the Middle East, and covers an area from N75 to S60 Latitude, W30 to E60 Longitude. Also included is a high-level worldwide map with political boundaries and major cities.

Standard map coverage includes:

Oceans, rivers and lakes (greater than 30 square miles)
Principal cities and some small cities and towns
Major motorways and principal main routes
Political boundaries (state and international borders)
Major motorways and principal main routes
Major Airports.

A. Iceland, Great Britain, Baltic States, Denmark, Germany, Benelux, France, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Italy and Southern Africa (up to S20 Latitude) - In addition to the standard map coverage, these areas also include:

Lakes greater than 5 square miles, major streams and rivers
Exit data for major motorways and/or interstates (Europe Only)
Small cities and towns.

B. Northern Africa (above S20 Latitude), Extreme Western Russia, Middle East Standard Map Coverage.

What's in the box? (when purchased from ActiveGPS.co.uk)

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx
Atlantic Recreational Routable Basemap v2
Belt clip
Wrist Strap
64 MB microSD card
USB cable
MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager
Owner's manual on CD-Rom
Quick start guide

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Accessories and Garmin TOPO Maps

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Accessories
Garmin GPSmap 60Cx accessories including Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Carrying Case, Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Bicycle Handlebar Mount Bracket, Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Automotive Mounting Bracket, Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Marine Mounting Bracket and Garmin GPSmap 60Cx MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager.

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx TOPO Maps
Garmin GPSmap 60Cx TOPO Maps, Garmin TOPO Maps are great for walking, trekking, cycling and more. Garmin TOPO Maps are available on DVD for all of Great Britain or a selection of microSD cards with specific areas. Gamin TOPO microSD cards insert directly into your Garmin GPSmap 60Cx.

Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Technical Specification

Technology: GPS
Display: 160 x 240 pixels, 256 level color TFT
Waypoints: 1000
Routes: 50
Track log: 10,000 points, 20 saved tracks
Built-in memory: 1MB
Electronic compass: No
Barometric altimeter: No
Data cards: microSD card
Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included) up to 28 hours operation
Waterproof: (IPX7)
Dimensions: Width - 61mm, Height - 155mm, Depth - 33mm
Weight: 198g
Guarantee: 1-year
Garmin GPSmap 60Cx Manual

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