Garmin Forerunner 301

Description: The Garmin Forerunner 301 is a 12-channel, general purpose global positioning device.Compared to other general purpose GPS receivers on the market, it is inexpensive at around $160.

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 USB computer connection.Safe in all weather, this unit is waterproof.System includes Garmin training center.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A general purpose GPS receiver, suited for typical tracking and positioning tasks.Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.This unit is very lightweight, weighing in at 2.8 oz.

Value: Overall, this GPS receiver's features are in line with its price.This unit is able to store up to 100 waypoints.This is fewer than the average GPS device.

Suggestions: This GPS device has only internal memory.If you plan to store many trips or add base maps, you may wish to consider a unit that has removable storage media.

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• Manufacturer: Garmin
• Part Number: 010-00375-00

• General

• Width 3.3 in
• Depth 0.7 in
• Height 1.7 in
• Weight 2.8 oz

• Acquisition Times

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

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Running
• Receiver 12 channel
• Accuracy Position - 15 m, Velocity - 0.1 m/sec
• Update Rate 1/second
• Connectivity USB
• GPS Functions / Services Speed, Distance, Elevation, Time/date
• Antenna Built-in
• Features Alarm, Clock, Timer, AutoLap, AutoPause, Virtual Partner, Built-in speaker
• Software Included Garmin Training Center

• Navigation

• Waypoints 100
• Navigation routes 10
• Trip computer TracBack

• Built-in Display

• Type LCD
• Resolution 100 x 64
• Display Illumination Yes
• Color Support Monochrome

• Connections

• Connector Type USB

• Battery

• Battery Enclosure Type Internal
• Battery technology Lithium ion
• Mfr estimated battery life 14 hour(s)

• Miscellaneous

• Included GPS accessories PC cable, Wrist strap, AC power adapter, Heart rate monitor
• Waterproof Yes
• Waterproof standard IPX7

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature -4 °F
• Max operating temperature 140 °F

Garmin

Manufacturer profile

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