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Garmin GPSMAP 276C
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Average Rating: 4 out of 5
No. of Reviews: 2
Weight: 681 g
RRP: £500

Description:
The Garmin GPSMAP 276C is a dependable, color chartplotter with a built-in Autoroute basemap enhanced by Garmin's marine cartography. It accepts pre-programmed or user programmed data cards with MapSource® BlueChart® for offshore detail or Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots® for detail of inland lakes.

In addition, the GPSMAP 276C supports external NMEA sources for water depth, water temperature, and water speed through two serial interfaces. The unit also features a new Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) — an advanced navigation tool commonly found on aircraft, but equally practical in the marine environment. The CDI quickly indicates if a boat has veered off course.

On land, the GPSMAP 276C’s European Autoroute basemap features interstates and major highways. With an optional automotive kit that includes MapSource City Navigator® software, data card, friction mount, and 12-volt power adapter with speaker, drivers can receive voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions to addresses and points of interest throughout Europe.

For map transfer or software updates, the GPSMAP 276C features a fast USB-PC interface. The unit is also powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack, or a standard 110-volt AC plug.
  • 3.8-inch diagonal, 480 x 320 pixel, 256-color TFT screen with adjustable LED backlight
  • Adjustable marine mounting bracket
  • Stores up to 3,000 user waypoints, 50 reversible routes (300 waypoints per route)
  • 10,000 point automatic track log; 15 saved tracks
  • Rechargeable lithium battery offering 5-15 hours of use (depending on backlight settings)
  • WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS receiver
  • Adjustable quad helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
  • Built-in basemap with automatic routing and turn-by-turn directions
  • Accepts standard Garmin data cards and pre-programmed data cards
  • Provides separate serial and USB interfaces
  • 2 NMEA serial ports
  • Offers BlueChart night mode for easier viewing at nighttime
  • Large numbers option for easy viewing
  • Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, User, and more
  • Provides a course deviation indicator when navigating
  • Project your position on the map with the configurable complex heading line
  • Built-in tide tables and celestial tables for sun and moon calculations
  • Alarms: anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock
  • Water resistant to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (submersible in one meter of water for 30 minutes)

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Here's how members rate this product: (2 votes)
Overall
 
77%
Performance
 
80%
Reliability
 
80%
Value
 
70%
Roberto Cappi 6/1/2006
EXCELLENT
Overall
 
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James Taylor 14/11/2005
GOOD FOR YOUR BOAT AND YOUR CAR
Overall
 
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