I bough Garmin 12XL around 11 years ago, this is one of my favorite vintage GPS. At year 2000, I bough the high end version of 12 series; Garmin 12MAP, its look so “hi tech” at that time, and then I realized that a gps map is not available in my country. However, I still like my 12XL and still used it for backup gps. Even though Garmin has stop the production of 12xl couple years ago, I still find some shops selling this GPS with price ranging from US$ 150 up to US$ 180.
The GPS 12XL is all about performance. It features a 12 parallel channel receiver for fast satellite aquisition and tight satellite lock — even under tree cover. More than just an ultra-reliable receiver, the GPS 12XL is loaded with navigation information including 106 map datums and 7 grid formats, plus advanced orienteering features like user datum/UTM/and user grid formats to define your own map parameters. Store your position as one of 500 waypoints or add it to any of 20 routes. The proximity waypoint feature gives advanced warning of nearby hazards, while the position averaging function helps get the best fix possible.
Packed in a rugged case to handle tough conditions, the GPS 12XL uses an ergonomic rocker keypad for easy one-hand operation and features a user-friendly operating system to keep you on the move instead of pushing buttons. Four AA batteries provide up to 24 hours of use, and a variety of accessories can be added like an external antenna and mounting bracket. With the GPS 12XL, getting there won't be half the battle — it'll be half the fun.
Together with my Garmin 75, Magellan 5000 and Garmin 45xl; 12XL and 12MAP become my vintage GPS collection.
The GPS 12XL is all about performance. It features a 12 parallel channel receiver for fast satellite aquisition and tight satellite lock — even under tree cover. More than just an ultra-reliable receiver, the GPS 12XL is loaded with navigation information including 106 map datums and 7 grid formats, plus advanced orienteering features like user datum/UTM/and user grid formats to define your own map parameters. Store your position as one of 500 waypoints or add it to any of 20 routes. The proximity waypoint feature gives advanced warning of nearby hazards, while the position averaging function helps get the best fix possible.
Packed in a rugged case to handle tough conditions, the GPS 12XL uses an ergonomic rocker keypad for easy one-hand operation and features a user-friendly operating system to keep you on the move instead of pushing buttons. Four AA batteries provide up to 24 hours of use, and a variety of accessories can be added like an external antenna and mounting bracket. With the GPS 12XL, getting there won't be half the battle — it'll be half the fun.
Together with my Garmin 75, Magellan 5000 and Garmin 45xl; 12XL and 12MAP become my vintage GPS collection.
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