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| Garmin GPSMAP 76CSX Handheld GPS with Barometric Altimeter and Electronic Compass | 
 enlarge | Brand: Garmin
Category: CE
Buy New: Too low to display
New (72) Used (1)
Avg. Customer Rating:  91 reviews
Sales Rank: 1268
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Tracks: 20
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: No
Native Resolution: 160x240
Display Size: 2.6
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 6.2 x 1.2 x 2.7
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Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 010-00469-00
Model: 010-00469-00
UPC: 753759051648
EAN: 0753759051648
ASIN: B000CSQRYS
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| Customer Reviews:
 Good GPS, Lousy Software December 15, 2006
23 out of 32 found this review helpful
The Garmin 76CSx is a very good handheld GPS unit. It is much more sensitive than a cheaper Garmin unit that I have. It's rather large - about the size of your hand, but has a nicely lit color display. Menus are easy enough to navigate, and everything seems solid. It floats in water (I tried it to be sure), and that makes it great for outdoor adventures in the rain or down the river.
My only complaint with the unit is the very poor software that it comes with. It comes with "Waypoint Navigator," which has very limited city maps allowing you to do simple trip planning. You do the planning on your computer, and then download the path info using the USB port - not as convenient as car-based GPS units, but still ok. The problem is that the software has very limited detail, with many roads missing - not much more than highways really. My recommendation is to look at add on Garmin Mapsource software like the North American City Navigator or the Topographical Maps. The way they work is you pay for the CD/DVD and with them you get a code to unlock any recent updates from the Garmin website. This ensures that you get the very latest map data (as of your purchase date). If you want future updates, you have to pay Garmin to get another unlocking code.
Overall a very good outdoor GPS unit! Highly recommended.
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 Outstanding Unit December 12, 2006
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
I bought this to replace a GPSMAP76s that I bought in 02. I liked that unit and this new 76 is so much better. The speed acquiring sats and the ability to acquire in dense cover is great. The color makes it easier to view when there is a terrain variable..land..water..etc
They added a USB port which is a good addition.
You can not go wrong with this GPS.
Nice all around GPS unit November 9, 2006
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
I originally purchased this item to replace my iQue 3600. I found that the iQue is not very useful for working in the woods. The 76CSx is more robust and light weight and can be used in extreme environments. I've used the unit in heavy rainfall and in cold temperatures (-40F).
Pros: Powered by AA batteries, weather proof, lightweight, Garmin MapSource to track waypoints, routes, and upload maps from City Navigator, easy to navigate menus, has great satellite reception in the thickest of tree cover.
Cons: No voice commands when using to navigate through busy city streets and highways, the display is a bit small to read for driving, will not fit on automount when powered with an external power supply.
Overall this unit worked in a pinch when navigating streets, but I will stick with my iQue for the driving. I'll use 76CSx for all of my outdoor uses.
GPSMap 76CSX September 21, 2006
25 out of 27 found this review helpful
This is my first GPS receiver and I do love it. I will not go into all the pros, as others have already done that. I did want to share some cons:
1. The compass is very inaccurate, and generally useless. I have to recalibrate it before every use. It could be that my unit is bad, but I have nothing to compare it against. I would recommend the cheaper 76CX instead. The out of warranty repair cost is also $25 cheaper for the CX vs. the CSX according to the Garmin website.
2. The SIRF receiver chip died after 4 months. I had to send the unit to Garmin for warranty repairs. I don't know if it's symptomatic of gnerally poor construction quality, or just a random occurence.
Satisfied User September 2, 2006
14 out of 16 found this review helpful
I found this device to be relatively easy and comfortable to use (one-handed, no less), and accurate to within 15' +/- under tree cover of greater than 90% mature alder and fir - once locked onto satellites under clearer overhead conditions in Seattle WA and using an external Gilsson antenna mounted atop a hat. Satellite aquisition under the trees did not happen the few times I tried. The display is excellent under sunny conditions. Downloading waypoint data into a text file was simple. I haven't used it yet under driving conditions, so I can't speak to using related features. Were it damaged or stolen, I'd buy another one without hesitation.
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