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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 a mainstay among serious outdoor enthusiasts. The GPSMAP 76CSx features a highly sensitive GPS receiver that locks onto satellites faster and lets you track your location in difficult conditions, such as dense forests or deep canyons. It also incorporates a barometric altimeter for extremely accurate elevation data, and an electronic compass that displays an accurate heading while standing still. Load map data and transfer routes and waypoints through the unit's fast USB connection. Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, total time, max speed and more 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions Dual-position display mode / Large-numbers option for easy viewing Internal memory is preloaded with a marine point database Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) /Electronic compass /Barometric altimeter /Geocaching mode / Outdoor GPS games / Hunt/fish calendar /Sun and moon information /Tide tables /Area calculation / Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest) Unit floats when dropped in the water and is compliant with IEC 60529 IPX7 standards Navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters and autopilots using NMEA protocols Battery - 2 AA batteries (not included) / Battery life - 18 hours, typical Unit dimensions (WxHxD) - 2.7 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches (6.9 x 15.7 x 3.0 cm)
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Aimed squarely at boaters and marine users, the Garmin GPSMap 76CSx is packed with features that seasoned mariners crave. The 7.6-ounce 76CSx now features an insanely accurate, high-sensitivity GPS receiver by SiRF that tracks your position even in tree cover and canyons. Plus, you get a bright, sunlight-readable color TFT display and an included a 128 MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Add all that to the 76CSx's integrated barometric altimeter and electronic compass, and you've got a highly capable unit. Simply put, the 76CSx is ready to take you anywhere on the water. Landlubbers will find much to like about this unit, too, as it packs great GPS mapping capabilities into a compact device. 
The 76CSx features a removable microSD card for detailed mapping memory and a waterproof, rugged housing. View larger. | 
The GPSMap 76CSx features the powerful SiRF GPS navigation chip, as well as an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter. | 
The trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. | You can use the 76CSx's memory card slot with preprogrammed microSD cards from Garmin (sold separately) that provide topographic maps, city streets, and nautical charts. In fact, the unit is compatible with most Garmin MapSource products, including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. Topo 24K, and U.S. Topo and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots. The unit comes preloaded with an Americas autoroute basemap that provides automatic routing capabilities including highways, exits, and tide data. There's also a preloaded marine point database. You can even get turn-by-turn directions when you're driving, and an integrated trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. The 76CSx's 2.6-inch, 256-color TFT color display is designed to present mapping and trip information clearly and accurately in any lighting conditions. Plus, the case is lightweight, rugged, and water resistant to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (can be submerged in one meter of water for 30 minutes). Marine users will also like the fact that the 76CSx floats. When using two AA alkaline batteries, you'll get up to 20 hours of battery life from the unit. Another key feature of the 76CSx is the 10,000 point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions. Meanwhile, there's a large numbers option for easy viewing, as well as a dual-position display mode. The unit also includes built-in celestial tables for best times to fish and hunt, plus sun and moon calculations. You also get audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock. The unit's barometric altimeter system features automatic pressure trend recording while providing current elevation, ascent/descent rate, minimum/maximum elevation, total ascent and descent, and average and maximum ascent and descent rate. Meanwhile, the electronic compass allows you to get accurate headings while standing still. The 76CSx's trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. Meanwhile, a fast processor allows the 60Cx to provide quick auto-routing, turn-by-turn directions, and audio alerts when you use the optional MapSource software, which can be stored on the unit's included 128 MB microSD card. Downloading information is quick with the USB or serial port interfaces. Using the dedicated serial port, the 76CSx can share navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots. If you like the features of the 76CSx but don't need an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter, check out the Garmin GPSMap 76Cx. What's in the Box
GPSMAP 76CSx, Americas Recreational Basemap, 128 MB microSD card, USB cable, MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager, Wrist strap, Owner's manual, Quick reference guide
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