Garmin GPSMAP 276C

Description: The Garmin GPSMAP 276C is a 12-channel, general purpose global positioning device.Compared to other general purpose GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $520.

Pros: WAAS-ready GPS device accepts radio signals which can help increase accuracy of positioning data to within 3 meters.Share information, update database maps, and add programs using this receiver's serial computer connection.Tracklog function automatically creates a record of the path traveled and stores it as a series of points for later use.Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.Waterproof receiver stands up to the elements.System includes MapSource trip & waypoint manager.

Cons: Uses a proprietary card to store routes and data which is less versatile than standard storage media.

Suitability: Ideal for the entry level user.Designed for use in land-based vehicles.Has an external antenna which is preferable for situations where open sky is limited.

Value: In general, this GPS receiver's features are in line with its price.This unit is able to store up to 3000 waypoints.This is significantly more than the average GPS device.

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• Manufacturer: Garmin
• Part Number: 010-00331-00

• General

• Width 5.7 in
• Depth 1.9 in
• Height 3.2 in
• Weight 13.8 oz

• Acquisition Times

• Cold acquisition times 45 sec
• Warm acquisition times 15 sec

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Automotive, Marine
• Receiver 12 channel
• SBAS WAAS
• DGPS DGPS ready
• Accuracy Position - 15 m, Velocity - 0.05 m/sec, Position - 3 - 5 m ( With DGPS ), Position - 3 m ( With WAAS )
• Update Rate 1/second
• Grids UTM, MGRS, User, Lat/Lon, Loran TDs, Maidenhead
• Connectivity USB, Serial
• Interface NMEA 0183, RTCM SC-104 DGPS
• GPS Functions / Services Speed, Bearing, Distance, Tide Tab, Elevation, MOB (Man Overboard), CTS (Course to Steer), VMG (Velocity Made Good), ETE (Estimated Time Enroute), ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival)
• Antenna External
• Supported Memory Cards Garmin Data Card
• Maps Included USA, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, South America, Central America
• Software Included Garmin Americas Autoroute Basemap, MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager
• Compatible GPS Software MapSource City Select

• Navigation

• Waypoints 3000
• Navigation tracks 15
• Tracklog points 10000
• Navigation routes 50
• Waypoints per route 300
• Trip computer TracBack, Trip timer, Average speed, Avoid U-turns, Maximum speed, Trip distance, Avoid highways, Avoid toll roads, Sun/moon positions

• Built-in Display

• Type LCD
• Resolution 480 x 320
• Display Illumination Yes
• Color Support Color

• Connections

• Connector Type Antenna, Serial

• Battery

• Battery Enclosure Type Internal
• Battery included qty 1
• Battery required qty 1
• Battery technology Lithium ion
• Mfr estimated battery life 15 hour(s)

• Miscellaneous

• Included GPS accessories PC cable, AC power adapter, Mounting bracket
• Waterproof Yes
• Waterproof standard IPX7

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & support type 1 year warranty

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 5 °F
• Max operating temperature 140 °F

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  Price: $614.99

  Manufacturer: Garmin

  Specs: 12 channel, Automotive, Marine, 13.8 oz

Garmin

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.garmin.com
• Address: 1200 East, Olathe, KS.
• Phone: 913-397-8200
• Fax: 913-397-8282