Product Description
The GPSMAP 60Cx is a refreshing upgrade of the GPSMAP 60C, one of the most popular Garmin's 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 unit's 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 offers a large color TFT display and turn-by-turn routing capability. The unit comes with a blank 64 MB microSD card.
Amazon.com Product Description
The venerable Garmin 60C just got a whole lot better. The 7.5-ounce GPSMap 60Cx 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 64 MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Simply put, this powerful unit is ready to take you anywhere on land or sea.
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The GPSMap 60Cx features the powerful SiRF GPS navigation chip for supreme accuracy in all conditions.
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You can use the 60Cx'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 60Cx'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). When using two AA alkaline batteries, you'll get up to 30 hours of battery life from the unit.
Another key feature of the 60Cx is the 10,000 point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions. There's also a large-numbers option for easy viewing, as well as a dual-position display mode. The also unit includes built-in celestial tables for best times to fish and hunt, plus sun and moon calculations.
The 60Cx'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 64 MB microSD card. Downloading information is quick with the USB or serial port interfaces. Using the dedicated serial port, the 60Cx can share navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots. The four-position rocker pad and dedicated high-use buttons make navigating through the unit's features easy, even when your fingers are cold or wet.
Finally, the GPSMap 60Cx is packed with some extra fun features. An integrated outdoor calendar provides ideal hunting and fishing times, as well as moon rise/set/location information. There is a dedicated geocaching mode for those of you into the hot GPS community treasure hunt game. Finally, there are indoor/outdoor GPS games to help you and your friends enjoy the outdoors.
If you like the features of the 60Cx but require an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter, check out the Garmin 60CSx.
What's in the Box
60Cx unit, 64 MB microSD card, belt clip, USB interface cable, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD, lanyard, owner's manual, and quick-start guide.
Customer Reviews:
Great Unit.......2007-12-03
Bought this unit so we can adapt it from the truck to the Harley to the boat to the snowmobile to the ATV's or while hiking/hunting. And it has worked well for all applications and easy to use without reading the directions. But that being said we may get a "regular" auto-type Garmin GPS for the truck only because of the ease of entering addresses (touch screen)and the larger display.
BassProShops $399
Added Garmin City Nav. NT $100 (must do)
Added 2 gig memory card. $40 (must do)
According to all reviews Garmin is a much better product than Magellan etc...
The 60cxs is the same as the CX except that the CXS has barometric altimeter for extremely accurate elevation data and an electronic compass, both features are found on the CX, but just not as accurate and I'm fine with that.
I did snap off the locking D-ring from the back of the unit (my fault) and Garmin customer service was great on getting me a replacement @ N/C, "no questions asked" which is unheard of these days.
Using the 60cx.......2007-11-18
The Garmin 60cx is one terrific handheld GPS with incredible reception and an easy-to-use interface. The only downside is that Garmin could do a better job with its maps. But here are the details...
Satellite reception - The 60cx has unbelievably good reception. In fact, in the last year I've never lost tracking even when hiking in tight canyons or under forest canopy. And where I got 3-4 satellites before I'm now getting 6 or more; that translates into tighter locating. This is the reason I chose to go with Garmin over Magellan and others.
Battery life - With new alkaline batteries I'm getting about two days' use. Note: for some reason new lithium batteries, which give me a bit more time, sometimes cause the unit to automatically shut down. If you drain them slightly in another device they work fine. Very odd.
Storage - The 64MB card that comes with the device is not adequate for my uses. Fortunately, you can replace the card - in my case with a 1GB miniSD card. Some people complain about the size of the included card, but I'm accustomed to the ridiculously small cards that come with digital cameras these days.
Maps - I'm slightly disappointed in Garmin's maps, hence the four stars. I have the City Navigator, U.S. Topo map and suite of national park maps. Generally, I've had no problem in city/highway navigation. But hiking using the topo and national park maps I've run into unexpected map gaps.
Screen - Little difficulty reading the large color screen even in sunlight. I went for the 60cx over the eTrek line because of the larger view and better receiver.
Handling - The device is a little big with the antenna at the top. When hooked to my belt, unless positioned carefully, it can jab me in the side when I bend over. But it's an acceptable tradeoff for the reception quality and large viewing screen. Having the buttons at the bottom of the device can be a little awkward - it would be easier to hold the device and page through with the buttons higher up (as on the 76 models) All in all, though, very easy to use.
Build quality - It seems very solid. I've dropped from belt high more times than I can count, drenched it in water at the bottom of a canoe, left it sitting in the desert sun for hours and propped it up in the snow with no ill effects.
Comparisions - If you're trying to decide between the 60CSx and the 76Cx, here are the key differences: With the CSx, the only difference is the electronic compass and altimeter. After perusing the message boards a while, it appears functionality of the barometric altimeter is not exceptional. The electronic compass, however, enables you to get a bearing when you're standing still, while the Cx version captures your direction only when you are moving. The digital compass would be useful, but it also puts more drain on your batteries, and when hiking I'm always carrying an analog compass as a backup anyway. The 76 is a marine model that floats and has a 128MB card included instead of the 64MB card in the 60. It has a rounded top and the buttons are above the screen - more ergonimic.
Nice unit, but not for hiking or kyaking, Etc........2007-11-16
My second GPS unit. First one was a DeLorme attached to a PC, which worked well but was VERY slow to start up, and cumbersome.
I agree with all the 5 star review comments about quality of construction and sattelite capture speed of the GPSMap 60CSx. I am, however, greatly disappointed in the "Base maps" sold with the unit. These maps are so limited as to render the unit useful for city to city navigation only. The base maps show major highways only (state/county highways or larger roads-interstates), and include no local roads, a fact Garmin does not disclose in any of the sales material I read. They should be clear that you must buy more detailed maps, and where to get them.
After looking over the Garmin web site, I purchased the suggested MapSource Topo maps on CD for almost $100, and was stunned at the poor detail on these maps also. On first use in my back yard, the unit indicated that I was across the street in a neighbor's yard perhaps 100-200 feet away, and that was in New Jersey with eight satellites in view. The unit also could not accurately locate the 100+ acre lake near my home. These maps cannot be useful to anyone attempting to navigate off road, hiking on trails, or travelling on streams/small rivers. The maps simply bear little resemblance to actual geography except they do seem to indicate location of 25 foot topogtaphical elevation lines fairly well (not too useful). I kayak a great deal and had hoped to use the unit to navigate around New Jersey rivers and the sedge islands in Barnegat Bay. Forget about it! There is no correspondence between the Topo map and the actual geography! Totally useless for kayaking intercoastal bays or any of south Jersey's fabulous streams. As it stands, I have invested just under $400 and have little to show for it. I wonder if my ten year old DeLorme maps will work on the Garmin GPSMap 60CSx? I don't know what to do. At this point the unit is practically useless.
takes a beating.......2007-11-13
I keep this unit on my off road motorcycle while trail riding in Montana. It keeps working and always seems to have a strong signal. I don't trust the handlebar mount without securing it with additional heavy rubberbands, but no issues to date.
Great piece of technology.... poor map support.......2007-10-13
This purchase was to update an older Magellan Map 330. I was excited to see the device and quickly found it easy to use. I purchased the Garmin MapSource 2008 and then disapointment set in. After loading a section of the local topo map, i went out of the house to test it. It had my location almost 200 feet to the north of my house with 8 stations in view. A driving test had me as much as three streets off at times. I would stop the car and check outside and the error remanined. A Dolorme LT-20 with a laptop on the car seat was dead on. After comparing a friends 60Cx, he had the same problem. It's a shame that Garmin does all this development and then provides such inaccurate maps. It is sitting in the glove box for emergency use only to determine north and south.... pitty...
Product Description
The GPSMAP 60C is an all-purpose unit - packed with exciting new features and delivering the kind of color that consumers want in their handheld GPSs. This lightweight, rugged, waterproof unit raises the bar to offer a 256-color, highly reflective display that provides easy viewing in almost any lighting condition. This transreflective TFT technology provides excellent viewing while maximizing your battery life.The GPSMAP 60C is packed with extra features, including rapid automatic route calculation, an integrated outdoor calendar, a dedicated geocaching mode, and indoor/outdoor GPS games that turn the outdoors into a giant gameboard. into a giant gameboard.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Garmin GPSMap 60C is full of features that are only found on the newest generation GPS handheld units. It's not enough just to have color displays anymore. Garmin knows this, and they upped the ante with this lightweight, rugged, waterproof unit, offering a 256-color, highly reflective display that provides easy viewing in almost any lighting condition, including sunlit conditions.
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The 60C's WAAS GPS receiver has an accuracy of 10 feet in North America. With the 50 reversible routes, 10,000 track points, and 500 waypoints, you're sure to have enough tools to find your way. The trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. Meanwhile, a fast processor allows the 60C 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 56 MB of internal memory. Downloading information is quick with the USB or serial port interfaces. Using the dedicated serial port, the 60C can share navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots. The four-position rocker pad and dedicated high-use buttons make navigating through the unit's features easy, even when your fingers are cold or wet.
Finally, the GPSMap 60C is packed with some extra fun features. An integrated outdoor calendar provides ideal hunting and fishing times, plus moon rise/set/location information. There is a dedicated geocaching mode for those of you into the hot GPS community treasure hunt game. Finally, there are indoor/outdoor GPS games to help you and your friends enjoy the outdoors.
Garmin produces some key accessories for the 60C. If you'll be on the road, Garmin's U.S. topographical MapSource CD-ROM provides the most detailed maps available. Or, for a combination of detailed U.S. maps and a car kit for mounting and powering your GPS, there's an automotive accessory pack for North America.
What's in the Box
GPSMap 60C receiver, basemap (Americas Recreational), MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager CD, PC/USB interface cable, lanyard, belt clip, quick start guide, and owner's manual.
Customer Reviews:
The Best GPS I've owned.......2007-11-22
This is probably my 4th handheld GPS. I also own a bluetooth GPS for the PC. I use the GARMIN in my car sometimes, but mainly on my kayak trips.
Before this I had a Magellan Sportrak color. It was stolen and replaced with this unit after I tried a friend's Garmin.
I use this GPS frequently and it is hands-down my favorite. It doesn't do the same job a GPS meant for a car does, but for the outdoors it is great.
I have downloaded maps onto it (it appears to only like Garmin maps) and everything was easy.
The display is bright and clear even in open sunlight on the water, something I could not say for the Magellan.
I highly recommend this model for hiking, biking, and kayaking.
Very Useful.......2007-07-23
This Garmin hand-held gps unit has gotten me safely home countless times. It recalculates the directions for you if it senses that you have gone off course along the way. It remembers several "waypoints" for quick route calculations and it has tons of useful features like your mph or the amount of time left on your trip. You can also tag locations that you'd like to revisit. The only reasons I gave it four out of five stars is that it has a small amount of memory and it takes a while to get a reading from the satellites - so you can't use it, for example, if the sky is blocked by many buildings. Though, you can get the satellite reception from a clearing (like an intersection) and once you've got it you won't lose it unless you go into a tunnel or something. En Fin - It is great for short road trips.
Excellent Unit.......2007-01-14
Garmin has always been #1 in the GPS market. The other guys, have one or
two models and pack them with features like "picture viewing", that's
right now how is that needed in a GPS? Are you going to the photomat or something?
This unit is excellent. I've used it hiking and riding my ATV. This unit
just has everything an amature hiker/explorer could want. It's easy to
use, just take a few minutes and go through the menus. It's great easy
icons with text describing each one, and the screen is nice and easy to
see. And having the feautre of backtracking where you tell the unit to
take you back the way you came and you can see it clearly on the map
displayed on the screen is fantastic.
Overall excellent purchase, and I enjoy it everytime I use it.
Garmin GPS.......2007-01-09
I have been using this item nearly everyday for the past two months. It is a nice unit but has a few flaws. When walking with it and having it set to "track up" (point the direction you are going instead of always pointing north on the map) it doesn't always have you tracked up. I have had the unit turn off on me a few time for no reason and just little hick-ups a few times. Other then all that I wish I had purchased an upgraded model with larger internal memory as I like to have all the geocaches in my area on there (i can put 1000 on there right now)
Incompatible with 64-bit XP.......2006-09-06
If your using a 64 bit OS you will not be able to download maps to unit until Garmin provides driver support. Other then this it's a great product!
Product Description
Every Garmin product is designed to meet the most demanding standard: customers' satisfaction. That's why Garmin equipment is manufactured to give you reliable service for years to come, with intuitive features you can grow into over time - all at a price you can afford.
Customer Reviews:
Lost GPS with this terrible cover.......2007-12-29
Clipped the GPS to my webbing using the clip/screw (with loctite), and the screw backed out-- lost GPS. Anything that is not a pouch with permanent straps to put on a belt is going to loose your GPS.
This thing is a terrible piece of engineering, but Garmin probably likes it because they loose and sell more units this way.
Do yourself a favor-- do NOT use this case. You will loose you GPS.
Works great on my 60CSx .......2007-12-28
I picked this up to protect my Garmin 60CSx when in a pack or on rough terrain. Works great!
Great Protection!.......2007-12-25
This case protects my GPS unit wonderfully. I am pleasaed with the craftmanship and the durablity. I would recommend it to others.
Garmin case review.......2007-12-20
Protective case does protect, but does not enable you to have it protected and in your car holder or atv holder at the same time. Also does not provide a hole for plugging in the separate car charger. The cover is durable but when buttons are pushed it tends to be much harder than it should be. If the velcro closure on the bottom is put too tight, then the rocker or enter buttons on the garmin get stuck down.
Good protection - but lacking functionality.......2007-11-29
The case fits perfect on my GPS Map 60csx - you can see through the front nicely. However, the plastic is snug against buttons and makes it difficult to push them. Sometimes when you push one - it won't do what you wanted. It is a great case though for storing or carrying. But you'll most likely take it out of the case for heavy use or hiking, etc.
Product Description
Every Garmin product is designed to meet the most demanding standard: customers' satisfaction. That's why Garmin equipment is manufactured to give you reliable service for years to come, with intuitive features you can grow into over time - all at a price you can afford.
Customer Reviews:
Review of atv handlebar holder.......2007-12-20
This works very well. Hold the garmin gps securly. It does not allow you to have the protective case on at the same time as being in the holder though. This would be very handy when I am on my ATV.
Garmin Handlebar mounting unit.......2007-12-12
Item is useful for my GPS. It is nice if you do not need to hold your GPS in hands while driving. However i had to be a little creative to fix the mounting unit in the car.
Garmin Handlebar Mounting Unit.......2007-10-27
This product works great for the Garmin GPS. Its very easy to install. I have installed the unit on my mountain bike, and have had great seccess.Garmin Handlebar Mounting Unit for GPS 60 Series (010-10454-00)
Exactly what I expected.......2007-10-12
This Mounting holds your GPS (Garmin 60 csx) in a profesional way on your bike, nice design, and very easy to install, just like an other accesorie, only loosing one screw open it and tighten again.
I Highly recomend it for bike trips
Nice item to have for motorcycle or bicycle.......2007-10-07
I purchased two of these handlebar mounting units. One is used on my mountain bike and the other is used on my motorcycle. This mount is easy to install and easy to use. The GPS 60csx and 60cx fit perfectly. However, I have a couple of concerns.
1. The unit is completely made of plastic. While riding, the unit is in full sun--either mountain bike or motorcycle. I don't know how long before the plastic starts breaking down and falls apart.
2. The mount does not allow for minor angle adjustments--you have to find the right spot to mount it on your handlebar and hope it faces you correctly. Otherwise the GPS receiver screen may be difficult to read. Mine has a slight angle to the right but I can see the screen.
Overall, I am satisfied with this mount and would buy it again.
Garmin Handlebar Mounting Unit for GPS 60csx Series (010-10454-00)
Product Description
Every Garmin product is designed to meet the most demanding standard: customers' satisfaction. That's why Garmin equipment is manufactured to give you reliable service for years to come, with intuitive features you can grow into over time - all at a price you can afford.
Amazon.com Product Description
Lightweight, portable, and adjustable, the Garmin automotive mounting bracket is designed for use with GPSMAP 60C. Featuring a permanent disk to securely attach your mount, the bracket is jointed, allowing your GPS to be positioned out of the sun's glare. It also comes with a full manufacturer's warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Works well and reasonably priced.......2007-09-23
This dashboard mount is probably the best choice for putting a 60C series Garmin in a boat or automobile, especially in California, where the windshield suction cup mount is illegal.
What I like about the product:
1. At $18~$24 current street price, it's an attractive accessory for Garmin 60C owners.
2. It works pretty good on paved roads. I suspect that it is probably not strong or rigid enough for use on rough gravel roads or when crossing open terrain.
3. Allows attachment of Garmin 12 volt auto power cord and external antenna cable.
4. You can access all 60CX control buttons (but not the battery cmpartment door)
Possible problems with this product:
1. My 60CX is a very tight fit in this mount, which might be good to ensure that it doesn't come loose and fall, but makes me wonder if the plastic can stand up to more than a few dozen cycles of attachment and removal of the GPS before it breaks from fatigue.
2. The mount is all made of a black plastic that looks like it would absorb a lot of heat and damaging UV rays on a car dashboard. Recommend owners of this mount keep it covered with a light colored cloth when the car is parked outdoors.
3. The base of this mount, with it's adhesive pad, requires a clean, FLAT, approximately horizontal surface. It WILL NOT work on even mildly curved dashboards. Make sure your car's dashboard has a FLAT area at least 2" x 3" inches, in a location that will be suitable for mounting the GPS, before you buy this mounting.
If you can't find a flat enough surface, you could still attach this mount with screws instead of the adhesive pad, after building up a flat surface on the dash with Bondo or a similar product. This assumes you have an older car that is already dinged up enough that you won't mind making a couple more small screw holes in the dash.
NOTE: You MUST NOT use this mounting in any place on the dash or steering column where it could be in the path of deployment of any of your car's airbags.
GPS Holder doesn't work.......2007-05-31
I bought this item because I wanted to use it in a rental car for a trip on the east coast. It required a flat surface in the car. The one I rented didn't have one. I ended up holding the GPS in my hand the whole time.
I should have bought the windshield suction cup version however I noticed that it was illegal in a couple of states.
I think Garmin produced this product to satisfy the legal department.
Great product.......2007-01-09
This product works as advertised. Holds my Garmin 60Cx in place and arm is fully adjustable to angle GPS towards me while I drive. Mount holds the GPS almost too tightly. It'd be nice if the GPS could be put into and removed from the mount with one hand.
note on the garmin dash mount.......2006-07-21
so far (few days) this seems to work fine..a little "bouncy" with the arm fully extended, but that's just the nature of it. (everyone may not extend the arm the way I did, but it lets you if you want).
It does adjust to just about any angle you need, and in that way is very flexible in its design (3 adjustments, one for how far the arm extends, a second for tilt of the unit front to back and a third for rotation of the unit, e.g. if the base is not mounted on a spot on your dash level to the ground). The permanent adhesive seems to be working well (the temporary adhesive didn't last in the 100+ degree heat direct sun from our heat wave, but worked ok until it got that hot).
one important clarification to a below review - this unit, Garmin 010-10456-00, comes with the base you need to mount it on your dash. (it's really three parts - the clip for your gps, the rotating / adjusting arm and the swivel base that attaches to your dash). so, contrary to the below earlier dated review, you don't need anything additional for this mount.
however, if you'd like to mount this unit in a second vehicle, you can purchase either a second swivel base (e.g. just the base that sticks to your dask) separately, or the weighted base, kind of a bean bag with the swivel base attached. Both of those are the base only and require you to already have the arm and clip for the GPS which come in this package, but let you buy only a new base without having to buy the clip and arm over again.
Works very well.......2006-03-16
The mounting bracket works very well as long as you use the permanent mounting adhesive. The temporary adhesive would not stick to my dash very well. The mount is a little springy when driving if left sticking up in the air, not much but a little because of the weight of the GPS. I solved this by adjusting the mount so that the bottom of the GPS rests on the dash. Once I did this the mount is firm and stable and does the job quite well.
Product Description
Every Garmin product is designed to meet the most demanding standard: customers' satisfaction. That's why Garmin equipment is manufactured to give you reliable service for years to come, with intuitive features you can grow into over time - all at a price you can afford.
Customer Reviews:
Don't buy if you have the Garmin GPSMap 60CSx - Read this first.......2007-11-19
This item is listed on Amazon as an accessory for the 60CSx. I just got the 60CSx and was adding things to my wish list. I would have added this AC adapter except that the CSx comes with a USB cable for data transfer. The cable also powers the GPS. Since I can't imagine that I would ever have my GPS turned on in the house unless I am using it with my PC, there is absolutely no need for this A/C adapter as the USB is the power source.
I am really glad I did not order it when I ordered the GPS!
Don't order direct from Garmin.......2007-10-13
if you can help it. I ordered this product from Amazon and got it within a few days with no shipping charge. Garmin, on the other hand, still has not delivered my order for other accessories that was placed prior to this one. Stick with Amazon on Garmin GPS accessories if you can. Just a a word of advice.
Good but why not use the USB port?.......2007-01-23
Works fine, but it would be better if it used the USB port. Then I could use this to charge my cell phone, and the Garmin.
Also would have given it 5 stars if it recharged the battery.
Does not fit the Garmin 340.......2007-01-19
I obviously ordered the wrong thing as this adapter does not fit the Garmin 340, either the add was not clear or I was really not paying attention when I ordered it.
Wrong Item Described, Will Not Work With This Unit.......2006-09-09
Item was wrongly described by amazon, will not fit unit that I purchased it for at the same time. Unable to find correct one on amazon.
Product Description
Every Garmin product is designed to meet the most demanding standard: customers' satisfaction. That's why Garmin equipment is manufactured to give you reliable service for years to come, with intuitive features you can grow into over time - all at a price you can afford.
Customer Reviews:
FAIRCANS.......2007-10-19
Works great. But I did have to buy this as a replcement since the one it replaced broke somewhat easily. I think it might have been due to the cold, in part.
Breaks easily.......2007-05-29
The bad: I've broken two of these already (with a Garmin GPSMAP 60Csx, but I doubt that matters)...not by any harsh use, but just by bending over. They are not very sturdy. They break in exactly the same way, the track cracks just above where the button sits. Once this happens, the GPS can pop out easily without you even knowing it. They really should be made stronger.
The good: They work great (until they break). Very quick to attach/detach GPS.
I'm considering ordering a Carabiner Button Clip (Garmin 010-10481-00) as an alternative, but I have not tried that product.
Simple solution to my problem.......2006-02-28
I had bought a Garmin GPS60cs at an inventory reduction sale, and unfortunately, since the box was open, the little 'button' that the belt clip holds on to was missing. Amazon had the lowest price on the replacement, so I bought it here.
Product Description
The GPSMAP 60C is an all-purpose unit - packed with exciting new features and delivering the kind of color that consumers want in their handheld GPSs. This lightweight, rugged, waterproof unit raises the bar to offer a 256-color, highly reflective display that provides easy viewing in almost any lighting condition. This transreflective TFT technology provides excellent viewing while maximizing your battery life.The GPSMAP 60C is packed with extra features, including rapid automatic route calculation, an integrated outdoor calendar, a dedicated geocaching mode, and indoor/outdoor GPS games that turn the outdoors into a giant gameboard. into a giant gameboard.
Product Description
GARMIN MAP60CS -- This lightweight, rugged, waterproof unit features a 256-color, highly reflective display (2.2"H x 1.5"W) that provides easy viewing in almost any lighting conditions. Transreflective TFT display technology provides excellent viewing, while maximizing your battery life, for up to 20 hours typical use between charges! Best hunting and fishing times -- along with sunrise / sunset times -- on integrated Outdoor Calendar Special geo-caching navigation mode Supports both USB & Serial port interfaces for data transfer Detailed basemap with general map data, including highways, major roads, rivers, lakes and borders Dedicated Mark, Page, Enter, Quit, Menu, Find & Zoom Out - In buttons; 4-position rocker pad WAAS GPS receiver, with accuracy to 10 feet in North America 20 hours battery life under typical conditions (uses 2 AA batteries) Accepts data from MapSource products for hiking, freshwater and saltwater (all sold separately) 50 reversible routes, 10,000 track points Size - 6.1H x 2.4 1.3D; weighs 5.4 ounces (w/out batteries)
Amazon.com Product Description
The GPSMap 60CS is packed with navigational features, but Garmin knows that a great device has to go beyond a simple color display to be the cream of the crop. With that, Garmin has upped the ante on this lightweight, rugged, waterproof unit, offering a 256-color, highly reflective display that provides easy viewing in almost any lighting condition, including bright sunlight. This transreflective TFT, 2.6-inch-diagonal screen provides excellent viewing while maximizing battery life (up to twenty hours with typical use).
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The GPSMap 60CS adds two premium features to the basic design of the less expensive 60C model: an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter, both crucial for highland adventures. These sensors, when combined with GPS technology, provide enhanced bearing and elevation readings. A barometric sensor with automatic pressure readings allows you to view changes in pressure for a set period of time. With the elevation computer, you can find current elevation, ascent/descent rate, minimum and maximum elevation, total ascent and descent, and average and maximum ascent and descent rate. The trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more.
The WAAS GPS receiver has an accuracy of 10 feet in North America. With the 50 reversible routes, 10,000 track points, and 500 waypoints, you're sure to have enough tools to find your way. A fast processor allows the 60CS to provide quick auto-routing, turn-by-turn directions, and audio alerts when the unit uses optional MapSource software, which can be stored on the 56 MB of internal memory. Downloading information is quick with the USB or serial port interfaces. By using the dedicated serial port, the GPSMap 60CS can share navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots. The four-position rocker pad and dedicated high-use buttons make navigating through the unit's features easy, even when your fingers are cold or wet.
The GPSMap 60CS is also packed with some extra fun features. An integrated outdoor calendar provides ideal hunting and fishing times, plus moon rise/set/location information. There is a dedicated geocaching mode for those of you into the popular, GPS community treasure hunt game. And finally, there are indoor/outdoor GPS games to help you and your friends enjoy the outdoors.
Garmin produces some key accessories for the 60CS. If you'll be on the road, Garmin's U.S. topographical MapSource CD-ROM provides the most detailed maps available. Or, for a combination of detailed U.S. maps and a car kit for mounting and powering your GPS, there's an automotive accessory pack for North America.
What's in the Box
GPSMap 60CS receiver, basemap (Americas Recreational), MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager CD, PC/USB interface cable, lanyard, belt clip, quick start guide, and owner's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Does what it should do!.......2007-05-09
Good product. Updates now available for Mac users also online. I like this one, better battery life than some of the newer ones. No SD card slot.
The Best GPS Unit.......2007-04-18
This GPS is great. A color screen is a must and we have need no problems viewing the screening in direct sunlight. This unit is very durable too with a sporty look. The best part you can take it everywhere (hiking, biking,walking, running, even on trips). Money Well Spent!!!
Great for Geo Cashing.......2007-02-17
A very accurate GPS and works everywhere, also a great tool for Geo Cashing
Just don't trust it on the road.......2006-11-13
Nice enough for the trail when you're on foot and not depending on it to tell you how to get somewhere. But it has turned me the wrong way on the road more times than not, one time it told me to turn right when the route it was displaying turned right.
Also its plug locations are just plain stupid. You may want to pop for a bracket if you do use it in the car.
Otherwise the software is quirky and the maps quite expensive.
Delivered the goods.......2006-11-10
I purchased my first GPS unit and I am very satisfied. I read many reviews, and researched about a half a dozen candidates before I settled in on the GPSMAP CS. When I bought it, I knew that it was being replaced with a more expensive unit that had a removable SD chip, but I did not need that feature, as the unit had 56 MB on internal memory, plenty for my needs. I bought the unit basically for Geocaching, and it has performed as expected and I would recommend it, or it's new, more expensive upgrade, to anyone who wants a unit that is relatively easy to use. The car mount is a little tricky, but it also performs well, once mastered. You have to attach the external power cord, if you are conserving batteries, before you put the unit in the car mount. Sort of clunky, but not so much as to be a problem.
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Garmin Protective Case for GPSMap 60C and 60CS (010-10578-00)
Garmin Automotive Navigation Accessory Pack for GPSMap 60C and 60CS (010-10458-00)
Garmin Automotive Mounting Bracket for GPS 60 Series (010-10457-00)
Garmin MapSource City Navigator DVD-ROM for Garmin GPS Units, North America
Garmin Handlebar Mounting Unit for GPS 60 Series
Garmin Vehicle DC Power Adapter for eTrex and Geko (010-10203-00)
Garmin MapSource Topo U.S. 2008
Garmin Deluxe Carrying Case for StreetPilot and GPSMap 176 (010-10231-01) systems
National Geographic TOPO Map (South Dakota - Mac)
Garmin City Select v7 CD-ROM Map - North America
