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GPSMAP 60Cx

Package Includes:
  • GPSMAP® Cx unit
  • Basemap: Americas - Americas Recreational
  • 64 MB microSD
  • Belt clip
  • USB interface cable
  • MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager CD
  • Lanyard
  • Owner's Manual
  • Quick-Start Guide

The GPSMAP 60Cx is a refreshing upgrade of the GPSMAP 60C, one of our most popular models for outdoor and marine use. This unit features a removable 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 units fast USB connection. In addition, this unit 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 among serious outdoor enthusiasts, the GPSMAP 60Cx and GPSMAP 60CSx offer a large color TFT display and turn-by-turn routing capability. Each unit 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 Navigator street maps.

GPSMAP 60Cx Features:
  • New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
  • Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
  • Unit dimensions: 2.4" W x 6.1" H x 1.3" D
  • Display: 1.5" W x 2.2" H, 2.6-diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
  • Supports English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French languages.
  • 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 18 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
  • 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. See the MapSource Compatibility table (top right) for a list of software that Garmin recommends with this product.
  • Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards

Package Contents

  • Memory Card
  • Belt Clip
  • USB Cable
  • Software
  • Wrist Strap
  • Owner's Manual
  • Quick Reference Guide
  • Review Snapshot®
    Avg. Customer Rating:
     
    4 stars
    (based on 3 reviews)
    100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Terrific unit for the price
    By Jack in the KeysVerified Reviewer from Marathon, FL. on 3/1/2008
    How long have you owned it:
    More than six months
    Primary use:
    Personal
    Pros:
    Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance
    Cons:
    Short Battery Life
    Best Uses:
    Boating
    Describe Yourself:
    Outdoor Enthusiast, Technically Savvy
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Garmin Garmin GPSMAP 60CX:

    I have owned this GPS for 3 years and use it strictly on my boat. I have the boat cradle and 12V DC adapter. I have the Blue Chart on my computer and I can plot and map routes and then download to the unit. I also use it for speed control since my boat doesn't have a speedometer. I love everything about it, just wish the display was larger.

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Great Machine
    By WesVerified Reviewer from Stuart, Florida on 2/26/2007
    Pros:
    Durable, Good Value, High Quality
    Best Uses:
    Great Backup
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Garmin Garmin GPSMAP 60CX:

    I have had this unit for about 2 years as a back up on my boat. I also use it some times to check my main GPS. It is very accurate and when you add the charts to it, it is very detailed!

     
    On the Guri Lake
    By MarcosVerified Reviewer from Caracas on 2/25/2007
    Pros:
    Durable, High Quality
    Cons:
    Expensive
    Best Uses:
    marine navigation
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Garmin Garmin GPSMAP 60CX:

    Is easy operate. The 60c have complete accesories
    to easy and serious use. Comfortable, good screen and excellence menu. Working with 2 AA batteries. Truly portable.
    Note: Guri is a big artificial lake (4200 Km2)full of little island. Is very easy lost the road.

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