The Garmin GPSMAP 62s is a rugged and waterproof handheld navigation device that will withstand regular hard use and shrug off the elements. This incredibly powerful device packs a host of features to make your adventures more enjoyable and easier to navigate. This bundle includes the GPSMAP 62s and the GB Discoverer full UK Ordnance Survey 1:50k Landranger digital mapping (worth £200.00).
The heart of this brilliant device is Garmin's High Sensitivity GPS receiver that is WAAS/EGNOS and GLONASS-enabled with HotFix satellite prediction, GPSMAP 62s locates your position quicker and more precisely thanks to the external high sensitivity quad helix antenna and hangs onto the signal even in heavy cover and steep sided valleys. The GPSMAP 62s can track both GPS and GLONASS satellites simultaneously. GLONASS is a system developed by the Russian Federation, and when linked to these satellites, the time it takes for the receiver to “lock on” to a position is (on average) approximately 20 percent faster than using GPS alone. When using both GPS and GLONASS, the receiver has the ability to lock on to 24 more satellites than using standard GPS.
The GPSMAP 62s features the usual Garmin full route navigation, with space to store up to 2000 Waypoints, 200 routes and automatically recorded Tracklogs. This rugged device features a built-in 3-axis electronic compass with accelerometer tilt compensation that will show your bearing when you are stationary and not holding the device level. A barometric altimeter gives precise altitude readings and you can use it track weather patterns to help you plan your day and route accordingly. The display screen can be customised to show the data and all menus and data entry is accessed by the buttons, rather than touchscreen, making the GPSMAP easier to use with gloves on.
Make use of Garmin's free route planning software, BaseCamp, to create your routes comfortably and easily on your desktop and then down load them to the Oregon. BaseCamp will even use the 1:50k mapping from your device to make route planning even easier.
With its sunlight readable display you can read the most detailed mapping in bright sunlight making navigation clear and easy. As well as the included GB Discoverer mapping the Oregon also features a worldwide base map with relief shading for when you venture further afield.
The Garmin GPSMAP 62s fully supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. Visit OpenCaching.com to start your geocaching adventure. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving efficiency. The GPSMAP stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper print outs.
This versatile unit also has the ability to share your waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches wirelessly with other compatible Garmin GPS devices. So now your friends also can enjoy your favourite hike or cache – simply press “send” to transfer your information to similar units.
This rugged and waterproof GPS device will provide you with everything you need to navigate outdoors in a user friendly and intuitive design and is packed with additional features to make your adventures more enjoyable.
In the box:
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GPSMAP 62s
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Carabiner clip
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USB cable
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Quickstart Guide
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GB Discoverer 1:50k full GB coverage on microSD card