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Product Information |
| Manufacturer: |
Garmin |
Category: |
GPS Units |
Type: |
Outdoor GPS |
| Model: |
010-00439-00 |
SKU: |
ETREXVISTACX |
UPC: |
753759049188 |
| Announced: |
January 4, 2006 |
First Shipped: |
January 30, 2006 |
Weight: |
1.300 lbs. |
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83% of our reviewers recommend this item.
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Written by Steve Toronto September 25, 2009
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GOOD GPS FOR INTERIOR CANOE TRIPPING Average GPS an upgrade from my previous model. Would like it to have greater memory capability. Must go for a micro SD … More
•Cons: rubber frame came unglued shortly after purchased •Recommend? NO 76 viewers found this helpful. |
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Written by Frank November 1, 2007
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LOTS OF FUN - RUGGED AND EASY TO USE This is my first GPS unit. I managed to get a 2gig card and it's working well - I am able to use the saved tracks on th … More
•Recommend? YES 108 viewers found this helpful. |
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Written by Norm AZ December 31, 1969
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Good unit for use with Garmin metro guide. Unable to figure out how to import and export waypoints with National Geograp … More
•Recommend? YES 107 viewers found this helpful. |
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Written by Dr.L.Offerhaus BC December 31, 1969
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Great improvement over previous model. Micro-SD slot accomodates high-capacity chips up to 1 GB, i.e. the whole of Europ … More
•Recommend? YES 113 viewers found this helpful. |
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Written by Bill CA December 31, 1969
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Great little unit for hiking and backpacking. Previous reviewer Norm stated he could not import National Geographic Top … More
•Recommend? YES 106 viewers found this helpful. |
Family Series |
Garmin eTrex Vista C | 
Garmin eTrex Vista Cx | | | | |
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Alternative Models |
Garmin eTrex Legend C | 
Garmin eTrex Legend Cx | | | | |
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Manufacturer Description |
Pack more detail into your adventure with the eTrex Vista Cx and eTrex Legend Cx. Garmin has added removable memory to these pocket handhelds, making it easy to pack light and add maps on the go.
The eTrex Vista Cx is loaded with the same popular features found in the eTrex Vista C, including barometric altimeter, electronic compass, sunlight-readable color and advanced GPS routing capabilities all in a waterproof design. In addition, it comes with a blank 64 MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Download maps directly to the card or purchase microSD cards preloaded with MapSource Topo and inland lake maps, BlueChart marine cartography, and City Navigator street maps.
eTrex Vista Cx's features make it a mainstay among outdoor enthusiasts:
- New! 64 MB microSD card for MapSource data gives you the versatility of adding highly detailed maps
- Barometric altimeter provides extremely accurate elevation for hikers and climbers
- Electronic compass so you can get a heading when standing still
- 256-color, sunlight-readable display makes it easy to distinguish map details and see where you're going
- Automatic route generation, off-route recalculation, turn-by-turn directions with alert tones, and icon-driven menus for finding points of interest (when combined with Garmin's optional MapSource CDs) navigate you safely to your destination
- Longer battery life for more hours of outdoor enjoyment
- Mini-USB port for fast, convenient download of map data from Garmin's entire library of optional MapSource CDs using a PC
You won't miss a thing when you take this rugged, lightweight, easy-to-use handheld out hiking, biking, boating or even geocaching.
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Features and Tips |
Here is a listing we have put together of some of the common eTrex Vista Cx features,
along with a few user tips that you may find of help for this particular item. |
- New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver
- 256-color, sunlight-readable TFT display
- Built-in patch receiving antenna
- Sensors:
-Electronic compass displays accurate heading while standing still
-Barometric altimeter with automatic pressure trend recording
- microSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included)
- Battery life: 20 hours (typical use) using two AA alkaline batteries
- Includes a built-in Americas autoroute basemap with automatic routing capabilities, including highways, exits, and tide data
- Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt
- Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. TOPO 24K, U.S. TOPO, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots
- Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards
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Specifications |
| General |
| 1. |
Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
4.2 x 2.2 x 1.2 inches (10.7 x 5.6 x 3.0 cm) |
| 2. |
Display size, WxH: |
1.3 x 1.7 inches (3.3 x 4.3 cm) |
| 3. |
Display resolution, WxH: |
176 x 220 pixels |
| 4. |
Display type: |
256 level color TFT |
| 5. |
Weight: |
5.5 oz (156 g) with batteries |
| 6. |
Battery: |
2 AA batteries (Not included) |
| 7. |
Battery life: |
32 hours |
| 8. |
Waterproof: |
Yes (IPX7) |
| 9. |
GPS-enabled: |
Yes |
| 10. |
Floats: |
No |
| 11. |
High-sensitivity receiver: |
No |
| 12. |
PC interface: |
USB |
| 13. |
RoHS version available: |
Yes |
| 14. |
Preloaded maps: |
No |
| 15. |
Ability to add maps: |
Yes |
| 16. |
Street Map Compatible: |
Yes |
| 17. |
Topographic Map Compatible: |
Yes |
| 18. |
Marine Software Compatible: |
Yes |
| 19. |
Bluechart g2 Map Compatible: |
No |
| 20. |
Bluechart g2 Vision Map Compatible: |
No |
| 21. |
Built-in memory: |
No |
| 22. |
Accepts data cards: |
microSD data card |
| 23. |
Waypoints/favorites/locations: |
500 |
| Automotive |
| 24. |
Routes: |
50 |
| 25. |
Basemap: |
Yes |
| 26. |
Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): |
No |
| 27. |
Speaker Location: |
Internal Buzzer |
| 28. |
Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.") : |
No |
| 29. |
Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands): |
No |
| 30. |
3D map view: |
No |
| 31. |
Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): |
Yes |
| 32. |
Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route): |
No |
| 33. |
Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation): |
No |
| 34. |
Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road): |
No |
| 35. |
Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.): |
No |
| 36. |
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): |
Yes |
| 37. |
Hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology: |
No |
| 38. |
FM traffic compatible: |
No |
| 39. |
XM® Navtraffic (includes basic weather) & Radio for U.S. compatible: |
No |
| 40. |
MSN® Direct for U.S. compatible: |
No |
| 41. |
Where Am I? feature (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection): |
No |
| 42. |
Car locator feature (marks position when removed from windshield mount): |
No |
| 43. |
MP3 player: |
No |
| 44. |
Audio book player: |
No |
| 45. |
Picture viewer: |
No |
| 46. |
Configurable vehicle icons (select car-shaped icons for map navigation): |
No |
| 47. |
World travel clock, currency & measurement converter, calculator: |
No |
| 48. |
Touchscreen: |
No |
| 49. |
Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard layout): |
No |
| 50. |
Antenna Type: |
Internal |
| 51. |
External Antenna Jack: |
None |
| 52. |
Remote control: |
No |
| 53. |
FM transmitter: |
No |
| 54. |
Headphone jack/audio line-out: |
No |
| 55. |
Audio/video input/output: |
No |
| 56. |
Dead reckoning: |
No |
| 57. |
Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature): |
No |
| 58. |
Automotive-friendly: |
No |
| 59. |
Motorcycle-friendly: |
No |
| 60. |
Lane Assist |
No |
| Outdoor |
| 61. |
Track log: |
10,000 points, 20 saved tracks |
| 62. |
Electronic compass: |
Yes (standard) |
| 63. |
Barometric altimeter: |
Yes |
| 64. |
Hunt/fish calendar: |
Yes |
| 65. |
Sun and moon information: |
Yes |
| 66. |
Tide tables: |
No |
| 67. |
Area calculation: |
Yes |
| 68. |
Geocaching mode: |
Yes |
| 69. |
Outdoor GPS games: |
Yes |
| 70. |
Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): |
No |
| Fitness |
| 71. |
Sport Watch |
No |
| Marine |
| 72. |
Portable |
Yes |
| 73. |
Marine Auto Guidance |
No |
| 74. |
Radar compatible |
No |
| 75. |
Sonar compatible |
No |
| 76. |
CANet® compatible |
No |
| 77. |
Marine Network™ compatible |
No |
| 78. |
Supports AIS (tracks target ships' position) |
No |
| 79. |
Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio) |
No |
| 80. |
Audible alarms |
Yes |
| 81. |
XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. compatible |
No |
| 82. |
NMEA input/output |
No |
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