Garmin GPSMAP 440s - GPS receiver

Description: The Garmin GPSMAP 440S is a 12-channel, maritime global positioning device.Compared to other maritime GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $605.

Pros: Made from ABS plastic material.This is sturdier than the average GPS receiver on the market today, but is to be expected for a GPS receiver of this price.WAAS-ready GPS device accepts radio signals which can help increase accuracy of positioning data to within 3 meters.Tracklog function automatically creates a record of the path traveled and stores it as a series of points for later use.Store trip history and map databases on a standard SD memory card.Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.Waterproof receiver stands up to the elements.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A marine GPS receiver, suited for water-based adventures.This GPS device offers special features and functions needed for boating and other marine activities.Rugged case design affords the durability needed in some settings.The man overboard (MOB) feature offers an extra measure of safety for boating and other marine activities.Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.Convenient depth sounder feature is a bonus for boaters and anglers.

Value: Overall, this GPS receiver's features are in line with its price.This unit is able to store up to 1500 waypoints.This is significantly more than the average GPS device.

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• Manufacturer: Garmin
• Part Number: 010-00516-42

• General

• Width 5.7 in
• Depth 2.7 in
• Height 5 in
• Weight 1.3 lbs

• Acquisition Times

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

• GPS System

• Recommended Use Marine
• Receiver 12 channel
• SBAS WAAS
• DGPS DGPS ready
• Accuracy Position - 15 m, Velocity - 0.05 m/sec, Position - 3 m ( With WAAS )
• Update Rate 1/second
• Grids UPS, UTM, Lat/Lon, Loran TDs, Maidenhead
• Interface NMEA 0183
• GPS Functions / Services MOB (Man Overboard)
• Antenna Built-in
• Features Alarm, Depth sounder, 2D / 3D map perspective, Optional external GPS antenna connection
• Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
• Maps Included USA
• Compatible GPS Software BlueChart g2 Vision

• Navigation

• Waypoints 1500
• Navigation tracks 20
• Tracklog points 10000
• Navigation routes 20
• Trip computer Sun/moon positions, Sunrise/sunset times

• Built-in Display

• Type LCD
• Resolution 240 x 320
• Diagonal Size 4 in
• Color Support Color

• Connections

• Connector Type Antenna

• Battery

• Battery size None

• Miscellaneous

• Body material ABS plastic
• GPS design features Rugged case
• Included GPS accessories Mounting bracket, Power/data cable, Protective cover, Transom mount transducer
• Waterproof Yes
• Waterproof standard IPX7

• Environmental Parameters

• Min operating temperature 5 °F
• Max operating temperature 131 °F

Garmin

Manufacturer profile

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