Garmin, a famous GPS manufacturer, recently upgraded their old GPSMAP 60C device with the new GPSMAP 60CX. Ideal for outdoor and marine use, this navigation system offers a removable microSD card reader for detailed mapping memory; waterproof, rugged housing, USB connection which users can load map data as well as transfer routes and waypoints; and new highly sensitive GPS receiver that provide faster and better satellite connection that lets users track their location anywhere, even in heavy foliage or deep canyons. Measures 2.4 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches and weighs 7.5 ounces, GPSMAP 60CX also comes with 256 colors transflective TFT LCD screen with 160×240 pixel resolution.

Garmin GPSMAP 60CX features:

• New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
• Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
• Unit dimensions: 2.4â€? W x 6.1â€? H x 1.3â€? D
• Display: 1.5â€? W x 2.2â€? H, 2.6â€?-diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
• Weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries (not included)
• microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)
• LED backlit display and keypad
• Battery life: up to 30 hours using two AA alkaline batteries
• Includes a built-in Americas autoroute basemap with automatic routing capabilities, including highways, exits, and tide data (U.S. only)
• 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
• 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

Garmin GPSMAP 60CX will be available later this month for $482. Other wireless GPS devices from Garmin are Garmin Nüvi 350 and Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Watch.

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