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Garmin GPSmap 76

April 05, 2004

Features:

• Basemap: The GPS 76 provides 8 megabyte of internal user memory to be used for storing downloaded Points of Interest data. This 8 megabyte of storage area is preloaded from the factory with worldwide cities (populations greater than 200,000) and nautical
• Map Scale: Each 8 megabyte map section covers about 15,000 square miles. Screen-width scale 500 feet to 2,000 miles.
• Receiver: Differential-ready 12 parallel channel receiver continuously tracks and uses up to twelve satellites to compute and update a position. WAAS enabled.
• Acquisition Times: Warm: approx. 15 seconds Cold: approx. 45 seconds, Autolocate®: approx. 5 minutes.
• EZinit®: easy initialization, 45 seconds.
• Update Rate: 1 second, continuous.
• Accuracy: Position: 100 meters with SA, 15 meters (49 feet) without SA. Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state. 1-5 meters (3-15 feet) with DGPS receiver (optional). WAAS enabled. DGPS (WAAS) accuracy: Position: < 3 meters, 95% typical.
• Velocity: 0.1 knot RMS steady state. DGPS (WAAS) Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state.
• Dynamics: 6 g's.
• Interfaces: RS232 with NMEA 0183, RTCM 104 DGPS data format and proprietary GARMIN. The following programs are compatible with Garmin's data-transfer protocol: MapSource 3.0x, Street Atlas 8, National Geographic Topo!, Fugawi, MacGPS Pro, Ozi Explorer, G7
• Antenna: Built-in quadrifilar. MCX antenna connection for external antenna.
• Size: 6.25" H x 2.7" W x 1.2" D. (4.1 x 5.6 cm)
• Weight: 15.9 ounces (454g) with batteries.
• Color: Gray case .
• Display: 1.6" W x 2.2" H, 180x240 pixels. FSTN with bright backlighting . An innovative rocker switch on the front of the unit lets you pan quickly and accurately or select and enter functions. Keys have backlite. Large number option for easy viewing.
• Menu Screens: Main menu screens: 1) Trip Computer 2) Navigation 3) Find 4) Accessories 5) Map 6) Setup Info. 7) System. 8) Satellite. Satellite screen shows usual map of satellites in view, signal-strength bars, present-position coordinates, and a unique
• Calendar: No.
• Memory: Indefinite; no memory battery required.
• Power Source: 2 AA batteries. This unit has the original , Garmn 12XL, III+, round power/data jack, and although it contains just two batteries, it will accept 8-35vdc.
• Power Usage: Unknown, if you have this info please contact us
• Battery Life: Up to 16 hours (typical use). Battery "fuel gauge" display.
• Waterproof: Waterproof to IEC 529 IPX7 standards. Unit will actually float if accidentally dropped in the water.
• Temp Range: 5°F to 158°F (-15°C to 70°C).
• Waypoints: 500 with name and graphic symbol, 10 nearest (automatic), 10 proximity. The GPSmap 76 has dropped the comment field but does store the altitude, depth and proximity of waypoints.
• Audible alarms: for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, and proximity waypoint.
• Speed Limitation: 999 MPH.
• Event Markers (Icons): 77 different icons to mark waypoints and routes.
• Routes: 50 reversible routes with up to 50 points each, plus MOB and TracBack® modes.
• Tracks: 3,000 trackpoints in active track, 250 trackpoints per saved track. You can save 10 tracks. The GPSmap 76 stores the altitude in the track log like the eTrex/eMap series of GPS
• Trip computer: Trip Odometer, Moving time, Stopped time, Total Distance Traveled, Max Speed, Current Speed, Moving Average Speed, Overall average speed, Total trip time, Time of Day, Current Destination, Current Distance to go, ETA, ETE, Elevation, Final
• Map Datums: over 100. The default datum is WGS 84 (World Geodetic Survey 1984). Make sure you set the datum to match the map datum of the map you are using. The map datum is usually listed in the title block of the map. If no datum is given, use the datum
• Moon (Lunar) Data: Yes. Sun and Moon predictor, Calculator, and "Best time to hunt and fish".
• Electronic compass: No.
• Barometric altimeter: No.
• Coordinate Grids: Lat/Lon, UTM/UPS, MGRS, Maidenhead; or regional British, Irish, German, New Zealand, Swedish, Swiss, Taiwan,and West Malaysian.
• Comes With: Basemap: Marine Point Database (Americas),PC interface cable, Wrist strap, Owner's manual andQuick reference guide.
• Warranty: Every GARMIN product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase

Other Information

• GA 27 low profile remote antenna (MCX connector), with 8 ft. cable .... $70.00
• Cigarette Adapter .... $30.00
• dash mount .... $30.00
• bike mount.... $16.00
• Carrying Case .... $16.00
• Protective Cover.... $15.00
• Blank 8MB Memory Cartridge .... $80.00
• Blank 16MB Memory Cartridge .... $125.00
• MapSource: U.S. Roads and Recreation (CD-ROM for the eMap) .... $80.00
• MapSource: World Map (CD-ROM for the eMap) .... $80.00
• Topo MapSource .... $110.00
• MetroGuide MapSource .... $125.00

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