Garmin International is pleased to announce the next generation in marine handhelds: the GPSMAP 78 series. Incorporating a sleek, new design and must-have features, these rugged units are a great fit in Garmin?s best-selling lineup of color marine handhelds and they float!
Featuring a bright 2.6-inch LCD color display with built-in basemap and high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix, the GPSMAP 78 series takes recreational navigation to a new level. All three models are waterproof, include a built-in microSD card slot for loading additional maps and have a dedicated MOB (man over board) button. In addition to the standard feature set on the GPSMAP 78, the 78s version adds a 3-axis compass, a barometric altimeter and a world wide shaded relief basemap. Sensors also offer wireless route and waypoint sharing with other compatible units. Supports Garmin Custom Maps and BirdsEye Satellite Imagery. Garmin Custom Maps is a free and simple process that transforms paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your compatible Garmin GPS. BirdsEye Satellite Imagery is a subscription-based service that allows you to see aerial views of your destination. If you?re looking for the ultimate high-performance marine handheld, take your pick from the GPSMAP 78 series.
Features
- High-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix
- Floats
- Rugged, waterproof (IEC 60529 IPx7)
- Worldwide built-in basemap with shaded relief
- 1.7 GB of internal memory, plus microSD card slot for optional mapping and data storage
- Wirelessly share thumbnails, routes, tracks, waypoints and geocaches between compatible units
- Bright 2.6" LCD sunlight readable color display (160 x 240 pixels)
- 3-axis compass, provides accurate heading even when the unit is not held level
- Barometric altimeter tracks pressure changes to pinpoint your precise altitude and to help monitor weather
- High-speed USB interface and NMEA 0183
- Up to 20 hours of battery life, battery type: 2 AA (not included) NiMH or lithium recommended
- Weight: 7.7 oz. with batteries
