garmin gpsmap 78 2.6-inch marine gps navigator and worldwide chartplotter
for boaters and watersports enthusiasts who want to run with the best the rugged gpsmap 78 features crisp color mapping high-sensitivity receiver new molded rubber side grips plus a microsd card slot for loading additional maps . and it floats colorful maps durability and a buoyant design -- everything a mariner needs . simple intuitive user interface . gpsmap 78 comes with built-in worldwide basemap so you can navigate anywhere with ease . everything a mariner needs explore gpsmap 78 comes with built-in worldwide basemap so you can navigate anywhere with ease . and like the rest of the 78-series the 78 is ipx7 waterproof and even floats in water . keep your fix with its high-sensitivity waas-enabled gps receiver and hotfix satellite prediction gpsmap 78 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 78 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 78 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 78 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 78 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 78 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 78 is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits . what s in the box gpsmap 78 wrist strap usb cable quick start manual