Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit

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Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit is a smart GPS that is as suitable for sailors and watersports enthusiasts as it is for people who have walking and exploring interests as this unit can prove invaluable to both.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit offers a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, sharp mapping images and a microSD card slot for loading additional charts or maps.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 is supplied complete with a built-in worldwide basemap so sailors can navigate anywhere with ease. Appropriately, the GPSMAP 78 is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water which could also prove very useful in its land use.

With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix satellite prediction, the Garmin GPSMAP 78 locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy tree cover and in deep valleys.

Adding more maps is easy with Garmin's wide array of detailed marine, topographic and road maps that are available on microSD card. Just plug in BlueChart g2 pre-loaded cards for a great day on the water or City Navigator NT map data for turn-by-turn routing on roads. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment so it is protected from potential water damage.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit also supports BirdsEye Satellite Imagery (subscription required) that lets you download satellite images to your device and integrate them with your maps. In addition, the GPSMAP 78 is compatible with Custom Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your device.

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After you have been exploring and you will probably want to store and analyse your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using the Garmin Connect site. This community site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter and Facebook.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving your own searching efficiency. The GPSMAP 78 stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and dealing with paper print outs. Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches.

The slim, lightweight Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.

Physical and Performance

  • Unit dimensions (W x H x D): 2.6 x 6.0 x 1.2 inches (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm)
  • Display size (W x H): 1.6 x 2.2 inches (4.1 x 5.6 cm); 2.6 inches (6.6 cm) diagonal
  • Display resolution (W x H): 160 x 240 pixels
  • Display type: Transflective, 65-K colour TFT
  • Weight incl batteries: 7.7 oz (218.3 g)
  • Batteries: 2 x AA (not incl); NiMH or Lithium recommended
  • Battery life: Up to 20 hrs
  • Waterproof: Yes to IPX7 standard
  • Floats: Yes
  • High-sensitivity receiver: Yes
  • Interface: USB and NMEA 0183 compatible

Maps and Memory

  • Basemap: Yes
  • Ability to add maps: Yes
  • Built-in memory: 1.7 GB
  • Accepts data card: microSD card (not incl)
  • Waypoints/favourites/locations: 2000
  • Routes: 200
  • Track log: 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks

Features

  • Automatic routing (turn-by-turn routing on roads): Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
  • Electronic compass: No
  • Touchscreen: No
  • Barometric altimeter: No
  • Camera: No
  • Geocaching-friendly: Yes (paperless)
  • Custom maps compatible: Yes
  • Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): Yes
  • Outdoor GPS games: No
  • Hunt/fish calendar: Yes
  • Sun and moon information: Yes
  • Tide tables: Yes
  • Area calculation: Yes
  • Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): Yes
  • Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): No
  • Picture viewer: No
  • Garmin Connect compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): Yes
Product description

Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit is a smart GPS that is as suitable for sailors and watersports enthusiasts as it is for people who have walking and exploring interests as this unit can prove invaluable to both.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit offers a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, sharp mapping images and a microSD card slot for loading additional charts or maps.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 is supplied complete with a built-in worldwide basemap so sailors can navigate anywhere with ease. Appropriately, the GPSMAP 78 is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water which could also prove very useful in its land use.

With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix satellite prediction, the Garmin GPSMAP 78 locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy tree cover and in deep valleys.

Adding more maps is easy with Garmin's wide array of detailed marine, topographic and road maps that are available on microSD card. Just plug in BlueChart g2 pre-loaded cards for a great day on the water or City Navigator NT map data for turn-by-turn routing on roads. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment so it is protected from potential water damage.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit also supports BirdsEye Satellite Imagery (subscription required) that lets you download satellite images to your device and integrate them with your maps. In addition, the GPSMAP 78 is compatible with Custom Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your device.

>

After you have been exploring and you will probably want to store and analyse your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using the Garmin Connect site. This community site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter and Facebook.

The Garmin GPSMAP 78 supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving your own searching efficiency. The GPSMAP 78 stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and dealing with paper print outs. Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches.

The slim, lightweight Garmin GPSMAP 78 Handheld GPS Unit is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.

Physical and Performance

  • Unit dimensions (W x H x D): 2.6 x 6.0 x 1.2 inches (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm)
  • Display size (W x H): 1.6 x 2.2 inches (4.1 x 5.6 cm); 2.6 inches (6.6 cm) diagonal
  • Display resolution (W x H): 160 x 240 pixels
  • Display type: Transflective, 65-K colour TFT
  • Weight incl batteries: 7.7 oz (218.3 g)
  • Batteries: 2 x AA (not incl); NiMH or Lithium recommended
  • Battery life: Up to 20 hrs
  • Waterproof: Yes to IPX7 standard
  • Floats: Yes
  • High-sensitivity receiver: Yes
  • Interface: USB and NMEA 0183 compatible

Maps and Memory

  • Basemap: Yes
  • Ability to add maps: Yes
  • Built-in memory: 1.7 GB
  • Accepts data card: microSD card (not incl)
  • Waypoints/favourites/locations: 2000
  • Routes: 200
  • Track log: 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks

Features

  • Automatic routing (turn-by-turn routing on roads): Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
  • Electronic compass: No
  • Touchscreen: No
  • Barometric altimeter: No
  • Camera: No
  • Geocaching-friendly: Yes (paperless)
  • Custom maps compatible: Yes
  • Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): Yes
  • Outdoor GPS games: No
  • Hunt/fish calendar: Yes
  • Sun and moon information: Yes
  • Tide tables: Yes
  • Area calculation: Yes
  • Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): Yes
  • Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): No
  • Picture viewer: No
  • Garmin Connect compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): Yes
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