October 4, 2008

Garmin GPSMAP 450 GPS System

Garmin GPSMAP 450 GPS SystemGarmin is now in the market with its brand new product Garmin GPSMAP 450 GPS System. This marine navigation system is a very crucial device for the cruise to be trouble free.

A great deal information: It gives you a clear idea about underwater contours and soundings, bottom structure, wrecks, shoals, beacons, buoys, lead lights, marina entrances, tidal zones, and tide calculations. The powerful dual frequency transducer clearly informs you about fish target and structure whether you are fishing in freshwater or off the cost. It can show sun/moon positions too.

No more unfamiliar areas: With just a few buttons and easy operation this water proof device is user friendly. Unfamiliar areas will change to familiar ones with its easy navigation. The 3D perspective of the map both above and below water line can be viewed. High resolution satellite images and aerial photographs further help you for easy navigation. QVGA display has a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels (W x H). The Auto guidance technology allows you to avoid obstacles, shallow water, buoys and other obtrusions. It is also capable of giving audible alarms.

There is a wider possibility of saving 1500 waypoints and 20 colour coded track files. You can even create permanently stored routes over recorded tracks. The SD card slot can accept data cards thus enabling you to add maps. You can add exceptional features to the chartplotter with the optional BlueChart g2 Vision SD card.

Garmin GPSMAP 450 Sat Nav Unit has a multi angle mounting system. Unit dimensions are (W x H x D) 14.5 x 12.7 x 6.9 cm. It weighs just 590g. Body material of this Garmin GPS unit is made of ABS plastic making it durable in moisture conditions. The accessories provided include protective cover, mounting bracket and power/data cable.

General Features
Brand Garmin
Model GPSMAP 450
Mapping display 3D
Screen size 4"
Weight 592g
Dimensions (L x H x D) cm 14.5 x 12.7 x 6.9 cm
Memory
Expansion Type SD card slot
Additional Features
Sun and moon information Yes
Audible alarms Yes
Garmin sonar compatible Yes
Waterproof Yes
Accessories
Protective cover Yes
Mounting bracket Yes
Power/data cable Yes
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October 1, 2008

Garmin GPSMAP 178C GPS System

Garmin GPSMAP 178C GPS SystemEnjoy the cruise the way it should be, trouble free and stress free by installing Garmin GPSMAP 178C GPS System.

With 12 channel receiver, it is the most efficient of its kind. It accurately gives information on TracBack, average speed, maximum speed, trip timer, trip distance and sun/moon positions. Thus effective planning is easy. It even tells you about MapSource Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots, featuring fishing areas, boat ramps, marinas, and hazards for hundreds of popular U.S. and Canadian lakes.

It has a built-in marine basemap and also accepts BlueChart offshore marine cartography. Therefore detailed depth contours, inter-tidal zones, wrecks, navaids and many other point of interest can be featured. You can expand its possibilities by adding maps. It can accept Garmin data cards and supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio). It supports acquisition times, 45 sec (cold and 15 sec (warm).

Garmin GPSMAP 178C Marine GPS System utilises See-thru technology which makes fishing an easy and interesting task as it can expose fish hidden under cover. Fish Symbol ID further helps in identifying fish targets. The white line indicated whether it is hard or soft bottom. This highly efficient Garmin GPS system is capable of measuring the depth of underwater objects with the adjustable depth line. It can also show water temperature log and graph.

The built-in 4.5" LCD display has a resolution of 320 x 320 pixels offering an easy-to-read semi-transparent digital read out. In the screen you can see sonar images clearly. The CCFL display illumination and the split-screen zoom are other features of the CSTN screen.

Audible features include proximity alarm, anchor alarm, arrival alarm, off course alarm, Clock Alarm, Fish Alarm, Shallow/Deep Alarm, Low Battery/Voltage Alarm and Water Temperature Alarm.

This marine GPS system has NMEA 0183 and RTCM SC-104 DGPS as interfaces. The device which is fixed in form factor has the dimensions 16.0 x 12.5 x 7.1 cm (W x H x D) and weighs 24 oz.

General Features
Brand Garmin
Model GPSMAP 178C
Recommended use Marine
Screen size 4.5"
Memory
Weight 24 oz
Dimensions (L x H x D) cm 16.0 x 12.5 x 7.1 cm
Portable or fixed Fixed
Additional Features
Waterproof Yes
Points of interest (POI) Yes
Trip computer Yes
Waypoints 3,000
Audible alarms Yes
Tide tables Yes
Sun and moon information Yes
Water temperature log and graph Yes
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September 28, 2008

Garmin eTrex Legend GPS System

Garmin eTrex Legend GPS SystemWith the new GPS system from Garmin your navigation will be much safer and will be easier too. This new model of marine GPS unit has been named as Garmin eTrex Legend GPS System and it supports many unique features. This model has an ergonomic design which makes it look simple as well as attractive. The base map of the unit contains lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways, railroads and coastlines. It will also tell you the fishing hotspots too.

General features
Garmin eTrex Legend is a high quality GPS system that has a receiver of 12 channels. This model includes the map of Europe, which makes your driving easier through this area. The included software with this unit is Garmin Atlantic Highway Basemap. This system helps you to know about the distance, elevation and heading. The included waypoints in this device are 1000. It also has 10 tracks, 2048 track log points and 20 routes in it.

The built in monochrome LCD display gives you the feedback of the function and it has a resolution of 288 x 160 pixels. The screen size of the device is 2.1" (H) x 1.1" (W). Total memory capacity of the unit is 8 MB. This Garmin unit is a waterproof unit and there is no much problem if it accidentally falls in water. Velocity of the unit is 0.1-knot RMS steady state. Position accuracy of the system is less than 3 meters. Interface of the product is RS232 with NMEA 0183, RTCM 104 DGPS. The unit has a built in antenna in it that picks up even the weakest signals making navigation much easy for you.

Supported dimensions of the sat nav unit have a height of 11.2cm, a width of 5.1cm and a depth of 3cm. The total weight of the Garmin eTrex Legend Sat Nav Unit System is only 150g and it resembles a mobile phone. Two AA batteries power this model, which has a running time of 18 hours. In the included PC interface you can connect this device to your PC. Accessories included with this GPS system are PC cable, wrist strap and Battery.

General Features
Brand Garmin
Model eTrex Legend
Maps included (Countries) Europe
Screen size 2.1" (H) x 1.1" (W)
Memory
Total Capacity 8MB
Battery life Up to 18 hours
Weight 150g
Dimensions (L x H x D) cm 11.2 x 5.1 x 3.0 cm
Portable or fixed Portable
Warranty 1 year
Additional Features
Trip Computer Trip Computer
Fishing hotspots Yes
Waterproof Yes
Waypoints per route 50
Accessories
Battery Yes
Wrist strap Yes
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September 25, 2008

Garmin GPSMAP 278 GPS System

Garmin GPSMAP 278 GPS SystemGarmin GPSMAP 278 GPS System, an unparalleled guide for the smooth navigation. This incredible product is unavoidable and a very useful thing when you are riding through ocean. It will make you the deep and vast sea very familiar to. The company showcases immense features in this system to make you comfortable and safe. Start an adventurous journey with this experienced guide. The creators of the product assure you that whatever happens, this powerful system will always be there with you with undying spirit.

Enormous features
This 12 channel GPS receiver will collect accurate data for your safe journey through its receiver and will display you the latest and wanted details. Within 1 second it will update the traffic information. USB connectivity is another remarkable feature. Voice navigation facility will make you hear the things awaiting you in the path in a friendly voice. IPX 7 waterproof guarantee is another worth of the system.

Being an aerial detachable one it will help you in all possible ways. The acquisition time of the device is -45 sec in cold and -15 sec in warm.

First-rate attachments
Highly useful headphones facility is attached with this system. Garmin Data card is also provided for the safety of data. It has other umpteen accessories like Mounting bracket, USB cable, power / data cable etc to provide you excellent connections. AC power adapter and external speaker with car power adapter are other features which you are going to be benefited with.

Another most needed feature is that it is installed with the entire map of Europe. One can add more maps in it. You can travel anywhere in Europe without taking any tensions because this system will take the entire responsibility. It includes the software of MapSource City Navigator NT in it. Plastic body material is another quality of the device.

It gives you excellent sun and moon information and supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio). Automatic routing is another feature added to this Garmin satellite navigation system. This product is Automotive / motor cycle-friendly. The device is featured with Optional external GPS antenna connection, alarm and 2D / 3D map perspective.

Way points
3000 way points and 10000 track log points are supported by the machine. It has the idea of 60 routes and 15 tracks. Waypoints per route are 300.

Display
With a built in 256-colour TFT monitor it will give you all the help while travelling. Bagging a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels it is best in its kind. Having a 3.8” diagonal size it assures one with display illumination.

Battery
Equipped with an internal battery its material is Lithium Ion. This powerful battery has a non stopping authority of 15 hours. Now nothing can stop your ride.

Environmental parameters
This energetic GPS system only needs 15 °C temperature to operate. It can limit its performance if the temperature exceeds 60 °C. One can trust its capability to survive in most worst awful conditions.

Physical Details
The product possesses a weight of 385 g. It limits its height up to 8.1 cm. The width and depth it bags is 14.5 cm and 4.8 cm respectively. The product is available in an Anthracite colour that makes it look good.

Now you can say that the secret of your comfortable trip is Garmin GPSMAP 278 Sat Nav Unit. Sail through the unfathomable sea without worries and reach your destination quickly and safely as the device has been designed for marine use. From now you can peep to the future. Connect your coming days with this unbelievable system.

General Features
Brand Garmin
Model GPSMAP 278
Maps included Europe
Mapping display 2D/3D
Screen size in diagonal inches 3.8”
Memory
Internal Type Garmin Data Card
Battery life 15 hours
Weight 13.8 oz
Dimensions (L x H x D) cm 14.5 x 8.1 x 4.8 cm
Portable or fixed Portable
Additional Features
Touch screen Yes
Spoken audio directions Yes
Dynamic routing Yes
Accessories
Mounting bracket Yes
AC power adapter Yes
External speaker with car power adapter Yes
Power/data cable Yes
USB cable Yes
Vehicle mount Yes
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September 7, 2008

Garmin Nuvi 670 GPS System

Garmin Nuvi 670 GPS SystemThere is a huge demand for GPS systems in the UK market  Many are opting for these units as with them you can enjoy their driving. The main objective of the unit is to provide routes and directions to the user to a specific destination. Garmin Nuvi 670 GPS System is one such unit that function effectively thereby satisfying all your needs.

Main attractions
This unit is equipped with WQVGA colour TFT 4.3" wide screen with a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels that offers perfect handling of the unit. Another benefit is that it is loaded with European and American maps for better convenience. FM transmitter and Bluetooth are addition that makes the unit an interesting product. You are entitled to a life time subscription of a traffic transmitter that too with the high sensitivity of WAAS capable with GPS receiver by SIRF.

Smart appearance and powerful performance
The unit is unique in design and very impressive in looks. Perfectly shaped out body of a dimension of 4.9" (W) x 2.9" (H) x .9" (D) and weight of 190 grams fits in to your vehicle space. The stylistic colour makes it even more attractive.

Rechargeable Lithium battery integrated in the unit allows excellent performance. Once recharged, the unit can go on for up to 7 hours. Alerts regarding the road situations such as the traffic, construction work and many more are provided by this unit. Vocal announcement are featured that helps you in identifying the street by their names. You can view the addresses and points of interest as stored by you.

Additional features
You can access the unit more easily as the integrated screen is a touch. The maps are provided in 3D or 2D perspectives which add to the effectiveness of handling of the unit. Uploading customised POI is made possible and up to 500 routes can be saved in the device. In case of Safety cams and speed zones, the unit will warn you beforehand so that you can make take necessary steps.

There are provisions to add extra software like travel and language guides. SD memory card slot, USB interface, Picture view and audio book player are further additions to the unit. Along with the unit you get a travel kit which includes an MP3 player with sample MPs, audio books, picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters, calculator and many more. ROHS version is supported in this Garmin Sat Nav Unit. Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature is a remarkable feature of the unit that add to the security aspect.

You can have an economical ride with choice of route up function whereby you are warned about the faster route, shorter distance and more. Hands free calling is another advantage supported by the unit. A provision of headphone and remote control are featured in this unit. All this makes Garmin Nuvi 670 Satellite Navigation System a smart product.

General Features
Brand Garmin
Model Nuvi 670
Maps included Europe and America
Mapping display 3D and 2D
Screen size in diagonal inches 4.3"
Memory
Total Capacity
Expansion Type
1 GB
SD Memory Card
Battery life 7 hours
Weight 190 g
Dimensions 4.9" (W) x 2.9" (H) x .9" (D)
Additional Features
Touch screen Yes
Spoken audio directions Yes
Points of interest (POI) Yes
TMC (Traffic Message Channel) ready Yes
Multimedia Features
Music Yes
Photos Yes
FM Transmitter Yes
Accessories
USB cable Yes
AC charger Yes
Vehicle suction cup mount Yes
FM traffic receiver with vehicle power cable Yes
Leather carrying case Yes
Dashboard disk Yes
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