Garmin GPSMAP 60CX

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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

Features:

  • Basemap: Americas - Americas RecreationalV4 MB microSD
  • Battery life: up to 18 hours using two AA alkaline batteries
  • Belt Clip
  • Belt clip
  • Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt
  • Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
  • Compatible with most MapSource products. See the MapSource Compatibility table (top right) for a list of software that Garmin recommends with this product.
  • Display: 1.5" W x 2.2" H, 2.6-diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
  • GPSMAP® Cx unit
  • 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 databaseQ,000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes
  • LED backlit display and keypad
  • Lanyard
  • Large-numbers option for easy viewing; dual-position display mode
  • MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager CD
  • Memory Card
  • Navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial portQ0,000-point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions
  • New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
  • Owner's Manual
  • Owner's Manual
  • Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more
  • Quick Reference Guide
  • Quick-Start Guide
  • Software
  • Supports English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French languages.
  • Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more
  • USB Cable
  • USB interface cable
  • Unit dimensions: 2.4" W x 6.1" H x 1.3" D
  • Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards
  • Weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries (not included)
  • Wrist Strap
  • microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)

Sports Authority

The Garmin® GPSMAP 60Cx is a compact,rugged GPS unit designed for outdoor and marine use. It features a removable microSD card for detailed mapping memory is crafted with a waterproof, rugged housing. It utilizes a highly-sensitive GPS receiver that acquires satellites faster and lets you track your location in challenging conditions, such as heavy foliage or deep canyons. The large color TFT display offers turn-by-turn routing capability.

Key Specs:

  • Type of GPS:Handheld
  • Display Screen Width:1.5 inches
  • Built-In Altimeter:Yes
  • Display Screen Height:2.2 inches
  • Number of Waypoints :1000 Waypoints/Marks
  • Display Screen :160 x 240 Pixels
  • Unit Depth:1.3 inches
  • Unit Width:2.4 inches
  • Unit Height:6.1 inches
  • Number of Routes:50 Routes
  • Reversible Routes :Yes
  • Battery Life:Up to 18 Hours
  • Water Resistant :Yes
  • Built-in Database :Yes
  • Automatic Track Log:Yes
  • Power Source:2 AA Batteries
  • Backlit Display:Yes

Features:

  • Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock
  • Battery life: up to 18 hours using two AA alkaline batteries
  • Belt clip
  • Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt
  • Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
  • Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. TOPO 24K, U.S. TOPO, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots (not included)
  • Display: W 1.5 in; H 2.2 in, 2.6-in diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
  • GPSMAP® 60Cx unitV4 MB microS
  • 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 databaseQ,000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes
  • LED backlit display and keypad
  • Lanyard
  • Large-numbers option for easy viewing; dual-position display mode
  • MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD
  • Navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial portQ0,000-point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions
  • Owner's manual
  • Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more
  • Quick-Start guide
  • Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more
  • USB interface cable
  • Unit dimensions: W 2.4 in; H 6.1 in; D 1.3 in
  • WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
  • Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards
  • Weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries (not included)
  • microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)

FogDog Sports

The Garmin(r) GPSMAP 60Cx is a compact,rugged GPS unit designed for outdoor and marine use. It features a removable microSD card for detailed mapping memory is crafted with a waterproof, rugged housing. It utilizes a highly-sensitive GPS receiver that acquires satellites faster and lets you track your location in challenging conditions, such as heavy foliage or deep canyons. The large color TFT display offers turn-by-turn routing capability.

Features:

  • Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock
  • Battery life: up to 18 hours using two AA alkaline batteries
  • Belt clip
  • Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt
  • Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
  • Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. TOPO 24K, U.S. TOPO, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots (not included)
  • Display: W 1.5 in; H 2.2 in, 2.6-in diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
  • GPSMAP® 60Cx unitV4 MB microS
  • 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 databaseQ,000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes
  • LED backlit display and keypad
  • Lanyard
  • Large-numbers option for easy viewing; dual-position display mode
  • MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD
  • Navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial portQ0,000-point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions
  • Owner's manual
  • Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more
  • Quick-Start guide
  • Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more
  • USB interface cable
  • Unit dimensions: W 2.4 in; H 6.1 in; D 1.3 in
  • WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF
  • Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards
  • Weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries (not included)
  • microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)

Backcountry.com Outlet (Spring 2010)

If you're a serious outdoor enthusiast or work in the outdoors, get your hands on the Garmin 60 Cx GPS Unit. This GPS lets you store 50 routes and 1,000 waypoints as well as load map data. The stored routes are reversible so you can trace your path in either direction. Install topo, marine, and street maps with pre-loaded microSD cards, or download maps from your computer onto the included 64MB card. The WAAS-enabled, high-sensitivity Garmin 60 Cx acquires a signal in a mere one second in fair weather, and finds your location even in heavy foliage or deep canyons. The color display is LED backlit for easy reading at night. Other features you'll appreciate are the built-in U.S. road maps for navigating highways, a trip computer that lets you determine your speed and distance, and built-in tables that let you know the best time to fish.

This description was also provided by: Backcountry.com (Spring 2010)

Antenna:External
Automatic Track Log:Yes
Backlit Display:Yes
Battery Life:Up to 18 Hours
Battery Type:2 x AA
Built-In Altimeter:Yes
Built-in Database:Yes
Computer Compatible:Yes, serial and USB
Country of Origin:Taiwan
Digital Compass:No
Dimensions:2.4 x 6.1 x 1.3in (6.1 x 15.5 x 3.3 cm)
Display Screen:160 x 240 Pixels
Display Screen Height:2.2 inches
Display Screen Width:1.5 inches
Expansion Card:Yes, 64MB included
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Mapping:Yes
Material:Plastic
Number of Routes:50 Routes
Number of Waypoints:1000 Waypoints/Marks
Power Source:2 AA Batteries
Recommended Use:Cross-country navigation, route tracking
Reversible Routes:Yes
Routes:50
Type of GPS:Handheld
Unit Depth:1.3 inches
Unit Height:6.1 inches
Unit Width:2.4 inches
Water Resistant:Yes
Waterproof:Yes
Waypoints:1000
Weight:7.5oz (213g)

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Garmin GPSMAP 60CX Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

navigator

Rating:*****

Sweet, lightweight, very accurate, waas enabled allows within 10 ft of location. The receiver is very accurate it works in Zion's canyons, Peru's Inca trail, Smoky MT, canopy cover in Florida, Mt Rainier, the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico dive trips all the same!! great bonus is very conservative with batteries.

GERALD GUERRA at Backcountry.com (Spring 2010) on 10/06/2008

Never get lost

Rating:*****

Great piece of equipment! easy to read display, and easy to use. The only draw draw-back: the compass doesn't work unless your moving....Other than that it works great, and I use it in the field for work and play, and is accurate to within 15 ft

riotgrrl74 at Backcountry.com (Spring 2010) on 10/10/2007

Excellent

Rating:*****
You wont be disappointed unless you lose yours like I did mine.....
Gilligan at FogDog Sports on 11/07/2008