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Garmin GPSMAP 78sc Preloaded Color GPS with Sensors


Garmin GPSMAP 78sc
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Model: Garmin GPSMAP 78sc
Part No: 010-00864-02
Condition: Brand New, Full Manufacturer Warranty
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Product Information

Manufacturer: Garmin Category: GPS Units Type: Outdoor GPS
Model: 010-00864-02 SKU: 78SC UPC: 753759100926
Announced: April 23, 2010 First Shipped: May 28, 2010 Weight: 0.750 lbs.

Garmin GPSMAP 78sc User Manual

User Manual, English: Garmin GPSMAP 78sc User Manual, English (PDF)
User Manual, French: Garmin GPSMAP 78sc User Manual, French (PDF)

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Manufacturer Description

For boaters and watersports enthusiasts who want to run with the best, the rugged GPSMAP 78s features a 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter, crisp color mapping, high-sensitivity receiver, new molded rubber side grips, plus a microSD™ card slot for loading additional maps. And it floats!

Explore Coastal Waters



GPSMAP 78sc comes with built-in BlueChart® g2 coastal charts and a worldwide basemap with imagery — perfect for all your outdoor pursuits. Map detail includes shorelines, depth contours, navaids, harbors, marinas and more for the U.S. and Bahamas. And, like the rest of the 78-series, 78sc is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water.

Explore



GPSMAP 78s comes with built-in worldwide basemap, so you can navigate anywhere with ease. And, like the rest of the 78-series, 78s is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water.

Get Your Bearings



GPSMAP 78s has a built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass, which shows your heading even when you're standing still, without holding it level. Its barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude, and you can even use it to plot barometric pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions.

Share Wirelessly



With GPSMAP 78s you can share your waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches wirelessly other compatible device users. Now you can send the location of your favorite fishing spot to a friend to find. Sharing data is easy. Just press ''send' to transfer your information to similar units.

Keep Your Fix



With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix™ satellite prediction, GPSMAP 78s locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover and deep canyons. The advantage is clear — whether you’re in deep woods or just near tall buildings and trees, you can count on GPSMAP 78s to help you find your way when you need it the most.

Add Maps



Adding more maps is easy with Garmin's wide array of detailed marine, topographic and road maps, available on microSD card. Conveniently plug in BlueChart® g2 preloaded cards for a great day on the water or City Navigator NT® map data for turn-by-turn routing on roads (see maps tab for compatible maps). The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you don't have to worry about getting it wet. GPSMAP 78s also supports BirdsEye™ Satellite Imagery (subscription required), that lets you download satellite images to your device and integrate them with your maps. In addition, the 78s is compatible with Custom Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your device.

Get Connected



You've been busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using Garmin Connect™. This one-stop site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google™ Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter® and Facebook®. Getting started is easy, so get out there, explore, and share.

Find Fun



GPSMAP 78s supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving efficiency. GPSMAP 78s stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper print outs! Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches. Slim and lightweight, 78s is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.

GPSMAP 78s: Colorful maps, durable design and buoyant – everything a mariner needs.


Features & Tips

Here is a listing we have put together of some of the common

GPSMAP 78sc features

, along with a few user tips that you may find of help for this particular item.
  • Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
  • Electronic compass: yes (tilt-compensated, 3-axis)
  • Touchscreen: no
  • Barometric altimeter: yes
  • Camera: no
  • Geocaching-friendly: yes (paperless)
  • Custom maps compatible: yes
  • Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): yes
  • Outdoor GPS games: no
  • Hunt/fish calendar: yes
  • Sun and moon information: yes
  • Tide tables: yes
  • Area calculation: yes
  • Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): yes
  • Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): yes
  • Picture viewer: no
  • Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): yes

Physical & Performance:

  • Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 2.6" x 6.0" x 1.2" (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm)
  • Display size, WxH: 1.6" x 2.2" (4.1 x 5.6 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm)
  • Display resolution, WxH: 160 x 240 pixels
  • Display type: transflective, 65-K color TFT
  • Weight: 7.7 oz (218.3 g) with batteries
  • Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended
  • Battery life: 20 hours
  • Waterproof: yes (IPX7)
  • Floats: yes
  • High-sensitivity receiver: yes
  • Interface: high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible
  • RoHS version available: yes

Maps & Memory:

  • Basemap: yes
  • Ability to add maps: yes
  • Built-in memory: 1.7 GB
  • Accepts data cards: microSD™ card (not included)
  • Waypoints/favorites/locations: 2000
  • Routes: 200
  • Track log: 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks




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 GPSMAP 78sc
Comme 2è gps, je suis très satisfait. Livraison rapide....Read more
9 days ago by Roger

 Excellent appareil
Bien adapté pour un canadien qui navigue au lac Champlain et se rend aux Bahamas...Read more
1.2 years ago by Rmailloux

 Great for Small Boat Navigating and Geocaching
I got my Garmin 78sc a couple of weeks ago, to use not only on the water (Chesapeake Bay), but for...Read more
1.6 years ago by Mike K

 definite step up!
This is everything I expected Garmin to release in an updated marine unit. Compact, sturdy and lo...Read more
1.9 years ago by Wyatt


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