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The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx is a handheld GPS device designed for the outdoor enthusiast and falls at the top of the GPS 60 series offered by Garmin. Like the 60Cx model, this model features a color TFT monitor, high-sensitivity GPS receiver and a removable microSD card but also features a barometric altimeter and electronic compass. The IPX7 waterproof case can withstand an accidental dunk under water and still perform. There is a built-in Americas autoroute basemap which includes highways, exits and tide data and has the ability to give turn-by-turn directions do your destination. The 256 level color, 1.5" x 2.2" TFT screen gives easy visibility in sunlight or darkness. The 60Cx ships with a blank 64 MB microSD card so you can store extra maps from the optional MapSource mapping software with a serial and USB connection for easy connectivity.
MSRP $399.99
Release date December, 2002
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Specifications
- Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 2.4" x 6.1" x 1.3" (6.1 x 15.5 x 3.3 cm)
- Display size, WxH: 1.5" x 2.2" (3.8 x 5.6 cm)
- Display resolution, WxH: 160 x 240 pixels
- Display type: 256 level color TFT
- Weight: 7.5 oz (213 g) with batteries
- Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included)
- Battery life: 18 hours, typical
- Waterproof (IPX7)
- High-sensitivity receiver
- Interface: serial and USB
- RoHS version available
Maps & Memory
- Basemap
- Ability to add maps
- Accepts data cards: 64 MB microSD card (included)
- Waypoints/favorites/locations: 1000
- Routes: 50
- Track log: 10,000 points, 20 saved tracks
Features
- Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads)
- Electronic compass
- Barometric altimeter
- Geocaching-friendly
- Outdoor GPS games
- Hunt/fish calendar
- Sun and moon information
- Area calculation
- Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest)
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Garmin GPSMap 60CSx
• Garmin GPS 60CSx Handheld GPS Navigator
UPC: 753759049126
EAN: 882780668041
MPN: 010-00422-00
Garmin GPSMap 60CSx
• Garmin GPS 60CSx Handheld GPS Navigator
• GPSMAP 60CSx GPS
UPC: 053759049127
EAN: 882780668041
MPN: 0100042200
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Released July, 2008
Pros
- Touchscreen interface makes for easy data input
- MicroSD card slot for adding maps and saving waypoint data etc...
- Can be used for a variety of purposes (hiking, driving, etc)
Cons
- Premium price
- screen is difficult to read in direct sunlight
- NMEA output is via Garmin proprietary mode. Output to other components (I.E. amateur radios) is at best difficult.
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Reviews
June 3, 2009
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Pros
- ruggedized design, waterproof
- long 18 hour battery life
- allows for microSD expansion for maps
- good screen visibility - even in sunlight
- affordable price
- custom storable POIs, waypoints, favourite locations, routes etc...
- great update over the previous generation 60CS
- excellent satellite acquisition times and sensitivity
- comes with a detailed user manual
Cons
- aging device - older hardware, interface etc...
- loses the sleep mode found on the older 60CS
- not suitable for car navigation - poor route calculation
- limited number of user inputted data - device is unable to use free space on external storage
- unintuitive user interface - steep learning curve
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September 26, 2009
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Pros
- ruggedized design, waterproof
- long 18 hour battery life
- allows for microSD expansion for maps
- good screen visibility - even in sunlight
- affordable price
- custom storable POIs, waypoints, favourite locations, routes etc...
- great update over the previous generation 60CS
- excellent satellite acquisition times and sensitivity
- Hi sensitive SIRF III chip
Cons
- aging device - older hardware, interface etc...
- loses the sleep mode found on the older 60CS
- not suitable for car navigation - poor route calculation
- limited number of user inputted data - device is unable to use free space on external storage
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June 7, 2009
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Pros
- ruggedized design, waterproof
- long 18 hour battery life
- allows for microSD expansion for maps
- good screen visibility - even in sunlight
- Hi sensitive SIRF III chip
Cons
- aging device - older hardware, interface etc...
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