Garmin Nuvi 610T Satellite Navigation
November 29, 2007
Garmin Nuvi 610T Satellite Navigation System is a newly introduced product by the reputed company Garmin with amazing navigational features. The device 
has been manufactured with the ability to play a role as a tourist guide. You can trust the device to reach a new location safely without frustration.
• Maps
The needed maps are already loaded by the manufacturer. Therefore you can use it as soon as you buy it from shop. Both 2D and 3D perspectives are availed and as a result users can choose as they wish to view the maps comfortably.
• Screen
Screen comes with touch screen technology which is 4.3 inches in size.
• Built-in SIRF Receiver
This receiver is vital for getting signals from satellites which is embedded with the product.
• Flip up Antenna
This antenna is used for getting high quality signals to offer navigational assistance for the motorists. An MCX connector is needed for using optional external GPS antenna.
• Indications
Both visual and voice indications are offered by the product with impressive quality during your journey. Therefore you need not concentrate on the display to know the indications while driving. You can hear the useful indications through voice alerts.
• Traffic Receiver
Traffic alerts are provided with the help of this receiver for which users have to pay subscription separately.
• Bluetooth
Getting internet access without wired connections is also possible through Bluetooth that is supported in the system.
• Safety features
Garmin lock is needed for locking the unit to prevent theft.
• POIs
Users can save or upload their Point Of Interests in the device.
• Travel Kit
A travel kit is offered by the manufacturer with Nuvi 610T Navigation System which includes:
• MP3 player
• Audio books
• Picture viewer
• World clock
• Currency
• Measurement converters
• Calculator
• Expansion Slots
These slots can be used if you want to expand the memory by using SD memory cards.
• Interface
Make use of USB interface to connect to other devices
• Route calculations
Routes will be calculated automatically if you miss any turn or go the wrong way.
• Way Points
You can have 500 way points with graphical representations.
• Resolution
Get resolution up to 480 x 272 pixels in the WQVGA TFT screen.
• Dimensions
The manufacturer has made the product with a light weight of 190 grams making it easy to carry. 124 mm x 74 mm x 23 mm is the smart dimensions of the device.
• Battery
A Lithium ion battery is embedded to offer power support which offers 3 to 7 hours life.
• Others
The manufacturer offers other supportive elements in Garmin Nuvi 610T Satellite Navigation System like:
• Headphone with the standard size of 3.5mm
• 144 MB internal storage
• Cigarette lighter cable with 12-24 volt
• USB interface cable
• GTM 21 FM TMC Traffic receiver
• Carrying case
Garmin GPSMAP 276C GPS Navigator
November 23, 2007
Garmin GPSMAP 276C GPS system has been sold in the UK market with distinct features like TFT display, 256 colours, built-in base map, 3000 way points, 15 tracks, 10,000 track log points, 50 routes, 300 way points per route, WAAS, 12 channels, backlit display, 480 x 320 pixels, 5 to 15 hours battery life, rechargeable lithium battery, easy-to-remove quad helix antenna, external antenna port, 2 USB ports and detailed database map.
Users can use this new Garmin 276C GPS Sat Nav, not only for navigational uses but you can also use them for setting alarms. You can set alarm for distinct needs like:
• Anchor drag
• Arrival
• Off-course
• Waypoint
“Course Deviation Indicator” is featured with Garmin GPS Navigator which is essential to indicate while the boat is moved to wrong direction due to heavy wind. Users can get voice indications with the support of optional speaker which is embedded within the device. Heading Calculated Compass is also available with the unit.
Make use the map detailed with:
• Cities
• Highways
• Roads
• Exit info
• Rivers
• Lakes
• Tide data
A 3.8 inch display is equipped with the unit for showing navigational instructions. You can use 2 distinct connectivity features namely USB and NMEA serial ports. External Antenna Port is also featured with the unit. Apart from that there is a quad-helix antenna which can be removed easily. Users can enjoy the advantage of indefinite data storage backup. Rechargeable lithium battery has to be used for getting power supply and for getting battery life up to 15 hours.
Enjoy the high quality display of the unit that supports a resolution up to 480 x 320 pixels. Get 256 colour support in TFT technology enabled screen. Back lit feature can be enabled in the display which reduces the battery power quickly. If you require, you can use data card to store additional maps.
The dimensions of Garmin 276C GPS Navigator can be known from the measurements of width, height and depth as 5.7 x 3.2 x 1.9 inches. It has come with 6g’s dynamic feature. Users can achieve 95% GPS accuracy within 15 meters in case of velocity. DGPS accuracy can be obtained around 95% within 3 meters. DGPS position accuracy is obtained within 0.05 meter per second. The product has been featured with WAAS or EGNOS or MSAS.
Users can use trip computer to get following advantages like:
• Avoid U-turns
• Avoid highways
• TracBack
• Average speed
• Maximum speed
• Trip timer
• Trip distance
• Avoid toll roads
• Sun or moon positions
Garmin StreetPilot i2 GPS Device
November 21, 2007
Garmin StreetPilot i2 GPS Navigator comes with the feature like scroll wheel, 6 hours battery, 2D and 3D mapping, voice prompts, automatic reroute
calculations, POIs function, USB cable, external antenna, address search, monochrome display, 12v power cable, built-in speaker, trip computer, transflash data card etc.
• The product has come with 3 inches width.
• Manufacturer has made the unit with the features like scroll wheel and easy-to-click making navigation easy for the user.
• The monochrome screen of the device has come with a backlight in which you can view both 2D and 3D maps.
• Voice instructions will be given while you take turns and if you miss turns, it will be indicated and the correct route will be informed.
• You can save point of interest in the device with school zone and safety camera alerts.
• The unit comes with USB cable and a car charger.
• You can use the device for searching address by the feeding postal code of that area.
• Users can hear audible warnings that are clear and loud.
• The product uses 12v power cable to get main power supply.
• The screen has come with the dimensions as 1.7 x 1.3 inches as width and height. You can get resolutions up to 240 x 176 pixels.
• The device weighs just 150 grams and it is available in the market with the dimensions as 3 x 2.74 x 2.15 inch as W x H X D.
• The operating temperature of the unit is 2° F to 140° F.
• Garmin StreetPilot i2 GPS Navigator offers 500 way points and a trip calculator.
• It has designed to mount inside your vehicle.
• You can have storage capacity up to 128 MB and if you wish you can use Transflash data card.
Garmin GPSMAP 172c GPS Receiver
November 19, 2007
Distinct types of GPS Systems are designed for distinct purposes. Now, Garmin has made a unique model of GPS navigation device for marine use named as Garmin GPSMAP 172c GPS Receiver. It is designed as a fixed form factor. Therefore users can fix this unit wherever they want. The map capabilities of the device store not only map cartridges but also data cards. WAAS feature is equipped by the unit to achieve enhanced accuracy.
Receiver of Garmin GPSMAP 172c GPS Receiver has come with the ability to receive signals from 12 parallel channels. The display element has been designed with the dimensions as 3.2 x 3.2 inches. You can view a maximum of 256 colours in the LCD technology enabled display. The display has the stuff to get 320 x 320 pixels of resolutions in both vertical and horizontal sides.
Quadrifilar Helix antenna is featured with the device to receive superior quality signals. The acquisition time of the device in cold climate is 45 seconds and 15 seconds for warm climate. The updation rate is measured as just 1 second. The highest horizontal accuracy of the device is less than 49.21 feet. There are 3000 way points and 50 routes to assist you in navigational needs.
It is easy to store the needed information by using data cards which can be detached from the unit. If you need, you can transfer the data to your PC or other devices. DSC-equipped VHF radios are used for sending, receiving and displaying data needed for positioning. It has an option called ‘TracBack mode‘ in which you can know the routes to get back to a particular location.
Tide prediction is a unique feature of the product so that users will not go to the sea during that time. NMEA-0183 PC interface is featured to connect the device with your PC. Garmin GPS Receiver has come with IPX7 Waterproof Standard to protect it from water. The protective case of the unit is made by high impact plastic alloy. Way point icons are available with the product. The list of audible features available in the product is:
• Proximity Alarm
• Anchor Alarm
• Arrival Alarm
• Off-Course Alarm
• Clock Alarm
Trip calculator has come with the ability to offer distinct information’s like:
• Moving average
• Total average
• Maximum speed
• Odometer
• Trip Timers
Users can use distinct grids like:
• Lat/Lon
• MGRS
• UTM
• Loran TD position format
• Maidenhead
Compact Dimensions of Garmin GPSMAP 172c GPS Receiver:
• 16 cm height
• 12.4 cm width
• 9.4 cm depth
• 0.4 kilo grams weight
Supporting Features of Garmin GPS Receiver:
• GPSMAP 172C with built-in Worldwide Marine base map
• Remote antenna with 30’ cable or integrated GPS sensor
• Power/data cable
• Surface-mount bracket
• User’s manual
• Quick-start guide
Garmin trekking/marine GPSMAP 76CSx Hand held GPS System
November 16, 2007
Garmin has introduced a GPS unit suited for marine users and that is the new Garmin trekking/marine GPSMAP 76CSx Hand held GPS System. Developed 
with the most contemporary technology and design, though this device looks simple, it can be your best travel companion especially while you go on for trekking or on the marine.
GPS performance
The receiver integrated in the device is the latest high sensitivity GPS receiver by SiRF. The noteworthy feature to be mentioned is that it is WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS Compatible. The device comes with a quad helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability for enhanced signal reception.
Physical aspects
The physical aspects of the Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx GPS System is also needs to be mentioned. It has a LED Backlit display and a keypad that is very easy to use. The battery used in the device promises a battery life up to 20 hours as it is powered by 2 x AA batteries. The total weight of the GPS unit is 216 grams and it has its dimensions defined as 69 x 157 x 30 mm. Being a water proof device you can carry it anywhere without fear as it is made of high impact plastic alloy and the interesting part is that the device can float in water.
Display
The display screen of the Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx Hand held sat nav system supports a screen resolution of 160 x 240 pixels. The display screen is a transflective TFT screen that supports 256 colours. The display size of the device is 38 x 56 mm.
Other remarkable features
• 128 MB MicroSD card integrated
• MicroSD card slot of additional memory
• Includes Trip and Waypoint Manager
• USB Interface cable for PC connectivity
• 1000 user way points
• Database Map that comes loaded with a marine point database
• Electronic compass that gives precise heading even when it is immobile
• Barometric Sensor Altimeter
• Trip Computer which gives details like stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, maximum speed, and more
• Clear alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, nearness waypoint and clock
• Celestial Tables that tells you the best time to fish and hunt
