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| GARMIN 010-00564-01 Rino 530 2-Way Radio With GPS/FRS/GMRS | 
 enlarge | Brand: Garmin
Category: CE
List Price: $535.70
Buy New: $378.99
You Save: $156.71 (29%)
New (36) Used (1) Refurbished (1)
Avg. Customer Rating:  20 reviews
Sales Rank: 862
Color: Silver/ Grey
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Native Resolution: 176 x 220
Battery: 1 lithium-ion battery pack
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.4
Dimensions (in): 2.3 x 7.5 x 1.8
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: Rino 530HCx
Model: Rino 530HCx
UPC: 753759066857
EAN: 0753759066857
ASIN: B000QJNC78
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: $50.00 Manufacturer's Mail-in Rebate , Brand New Factory Sealed - Authorized Dealer- 1 yr Warranty - SHIPPING INSURANCE INCLUDED - SHOP WITH CONFIDENCE WITH OUR 30 DAY DEFECTIVE RETURN POLICY - Signature required at time of delivery We do not ship to P.O. Box / APO address. We do not ship to NY,HI,AK,PR
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| Features:
| • | High-Sensitivity, WAAS-Enabled GPS Receiver | | • | Electronic Compass Displays Accurate Heading While Standing Still | | • | Barometric Sensor With Automatic Pressure Trend Recording | | • | Features Built-In Quad Helix Receiving Antenna & Basemap With Automatic Routing Capabilities | | • | 5W Of Transmit Power Using Gmrs Frequency Up To 14-Mile Range |
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Product Description
Know exactly where you are at all times with Rino 530HCx and the precision of high-sensitivity GPS. This waterproof FRS/GMRS radio plus GPS navigator adds a barometric altimeter, electronic compass and NOAA weather radio in addition to the popular features of the Rino 520HCx - 5 watts of transmit power, a microSD card slot, brilliant color display and a high-sensitivity GPS receiver - so you'll never be lost again.
Amazon.com Product Description
Hit the trail in confidence with the Garmin Rino 530HCx, which combines a two-way FRS/GMRS radio with a high-sensitivity GPS navigator. The waterproof unit offers 22 channels and 5 watts of transmit power, so you can contact friends or rescue crews from up to 14 miles away (line of sight) over GMRS channels or up to 2 miles over FRS channels. The high-sensitivity GPS receiver, meanwhile, locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover. The advantage is clear: whether you're traipsing through thick woods or strolling near tall buildings and trees, you can count on the Rino 530HCx to help you find your way when you need it the most. The combined radio and navigator functions make the device a must-have for mountain climbing, alpine camping, back-country skiing, and a host of other outdoor activities. 
The 530HCx navigator/2-way radio is compact and lightweight, with a 10.3-ounce housing that won't slow you down on the trail. | Like the rest of the Rino series, the Rino 530HCx offers a unique Position Reporting feature, which lets you send your exact location to other Rino users in your group so that everyone can see your position on the map page. No more worrying about the lagging hikers in your group each time you reach a fork in the trail. Plus, because the 530HCx is a standard FRS/GMRS radio, you can use it to communicate with other conventional FRS/GMRS radios in the area. The 530HCx is also equipped with a built-in electronic compass that provides bearing information even when you're standing still, along with a barometric altimeter that tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude. You can even use the altimeter to plot barometric pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions. And thanks to the NOAA weather radio, you'll know well in advance when a storm is advancing. 
Receive detailed mapping information on the navigator's 1.3-by-1.7-inch, 256-color TFT display. | Perhaps the most important feature, however, is the crystal-clear 256-color TFT display, which clearly shows attributes from the built-in basemap, including lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways, railroads, and coastlines--in short, a host of helpful details for your outdoor adventures. Users can also expand the mapping possibilities via the microSD card slot, which accepts cards preloaded with MapSource data for your land and sea excursions. Just insert a MapSource card with detailed street maps and the Rino 530HCx will provide step-by-step or turn-by-turn directions to your destination. Other details include a USB interface, 500 waypoints and 50 routes, a hunt/fish calendar, hands-free voice activation (requires separately sold headset), a voice scrambler, and external temperature recording. The Rino 530HCx, which includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that runs for up to 14 hours per charge, measures 2.3 by 5.1 by 1.8 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box
Rino 530HCx radio, Americas Recreational basemap, wrist strap, belt clip, USB cable, lithium-ion battery pack and charger, MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager, AC adapter, quick-start guide, user's manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 15 more reviews...
Garmin Rino 530HCX October 4, 2008
best thing going for keeping track of your buddies as long as everyone has a Rino. Reception can be a problem in rough terrain but I heard and tracked someone on a mountain 76 miles away. uses battery power fast so I recommend the AA battry pack backup. It's big and ugly but it works.
 Great start poor endind September 22, 2008
This is a great powerful GPS given the right conditions. I praised the improvements from the rino 130. Great features and options.
Unfortunately my GPS battery wont re-charge after the first use. there goes 50 in one battery pack.
To my surprise i could not load the routes from the computer to the GPS. OK, the routes would load but an error would come up when I tried to use the roads. This feature was no problem with the rino 130
Maybe it is an defect in my system or the battery pack.
I was initialy pumped and impressed and ended up disappointed.
Field use of 530hcx September 11, 2008
I have used man GPS receivers and 2 way radios. I have to say I am most impressed with the function of the 530 HCX. IT does an amazing job at locating others. I used it primarily at a music/art event called Burning Man in the Nevada desert. There is no cell coverage there so 2 way radios are the only way to communicate. I was able to place on in my wife's purse and one in our mobile art car. In the past 2 way radios only worked if both people were trying to find each other. With the 530hcx, when separated, I could page out "Poll" my wife and see just where she or our art car were. The party on the other end of the device does not need to have any knowledge as to how it works. I would then walk to where she was on the map, look around and in most cases find her within 25 feet.
The reason I did not give it 5 stars is that the polling feature is buried deep within several levels of menus. It would be nice to make it available on the top level. Many of the features require a day or two of use to become fluid with. Be sure to practice before you need anything in a real life emergency.
Great Product? August 19, 2008
I recently purchased a Garmin Rino 530HCX, it is a great product, I am having a problem using the peer to peer with the Rino 120, in a dense forest the position updates take longer than I would like but i dont think this is because of the 530HCX, its most likely the fault of the rino 120. It gets bad reception even at a 1/4 mile from a moving vehicle, and unless it has a clear pathway to the 530 it doesnt seem to update. I would assume that if both parties had the 530HCX the recpeption and the peer to peer would be better, this is a case of "your only as strong as your weekest link" and in this case its the 120.
Worth about $200 July 13, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have had this unit for a few months. I should have returned it. First the positive: It is durable, I have dropped it once, and it has flown off my bike twice and still works. The trip manager is very nice. You can choose many different types of information to view and the "big numbers" feature is great for cycling.
Now the negs. I have found the "track back" feature worthless. If you are counting on this to lead you back to camp after getting lost, forget it.
If you use the belt clip, you will likely lose the satellite connection, and you won't get it back unless you reboot (I had to figure this out on my own). Therefore, while hiking, you must carry the unit in your hand or attach it to the top of your backpack (very inconvenient). I agree with the review that states the manual should explain more on how the features could be used. Very poor documentation. The very expensive topo map does not have good trail information at all. It tells you the elevation of the surrounding mountains and shows major waterways but for the money it cost, it should have all established hiking/biking trails. The optional bike adapter is cheaply made and broke under the weight of this unit. I should have just purchased a cycling GPS instead.
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