GPS, Map and Google Earth

Price: (3 December 2007)

Amazon.com : US$ 294.83

GPSmurah.com : Rp. 4.150.000 (memory 1GB, free map)

Otomasi.com: Rp. 3.950.000 (memory 256 MB; java, bali, singapore, and malaysia maps)

Overview
The GPSMAP 60CSx is the new and improved Garmin handheld GPS Receiver. Very similar in features to its predecessor, on the outside the 60CSx looks like an identical twin to the 60CS. But there are significant changes inside, most of them for the better. Street prices for the 60CSx are $300. The two key features of the 60CSx include the ability to upgrade the map memory with a larger microSD card and the addition of a Sirf star III receiver chip, which dramatically improves satellite reception, (although this does not necessarily improve the listed GPS accuracy on the unit). This review only addresses the changes to the 60CSx and the 60Cx, which is the same unit at the 60CSx, without the electronic compass and altimeter. When the 60CSx was initially released, there were several bugs that needed to be fixed though a software update. It seems most of these issues have now been corrected, and so we suggest you make sure you have the latest unit software. Recently, Garmin release GPSMap 60CSx with 2.6" display.

Product Features

• Lightweight handheld GPS navigator with high-sensitivity GPS receiver and 64 MB microSD card


• Extremely accurate SiRF GPS chip tracks precise position even in heavy tree cover and deep canyons


• 2.2-inch, 256-color, sunlight-readable TFT display; preloaded with Americas auto-route basemap


• Integrated barometric altimeter and electronic compass; trip computer includes odometer and average speed/ times


• Rugged, water-resistant housing; measures 2.4 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Technical Details

• Receiver: High-sensitivity SiRF architecture


• Antenna: Built-in quad helix with remote antenna capability


• Interface: USB


• Map storage: MicroSD card slot (includes 64 MB microSD card)


• Preloaded map: Built-in Americas auto-route basemap, including highways, exits, and tide data


• Map compatibility: Preprogrammed microSD data cards (sold separately), including MapSource BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. Topo 24K, and U.S. Topo and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots


• Waypoints: 1,000 user waypoints with names and graphic symbols


• Reversible routes: 50


• Track log: 10,000-point automatic track log


• Saved tracks: 20 (500 points each)


• Trip computer: Odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, maximum speed, and more


• Position format: Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more


• Waterproof: Yes, to IPX7 standards (submersible in 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes)


• Batteries: 2 AA (not included)


• Battery life: Up to 20 hours


• Sensors: Electronic compass, barometric altimeter


• Interface: USB and serial port


• Display: 256-color transflective TFT


• Display size: 1.5 by 2.2 inches (W x H)


• Display resolution: 160 x 240 pixels


• Water-resistant : Yes, to IPX7 standards (submersible in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes)


• Item width: 2.4 inches


• Item height: 6.1 inches


• Item depth: 1.3 inches


• Item weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries


• Warranty: 1 year parts and labor


• What's in the Box: GPSMAP 60CSx, 64 MB microSD card, USB cable, belt clip, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM, lanyard, quick-start guide, user's manual