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| About - Garmin GPSMap 60CSx |
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The Garmin GPSMap 60CSx is part of the GPS test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, handheld hiking GPS models like the GPSMap 60CSx are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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By far the biggest selling brand, with more than 50 percent of the market. Based in Olathe, Kan., Garmin was founded in 1989, and today it has 7,000 employees. Garmin GPS navigators have consistently scored near or at the top of our ratings. In addition to portable GPS units, Garmin makes a variety of fitness training devices and products for marine and aviation use. The company announced plans to sell its own telephone with built-in navigation two years ago, but the scheduled release date has been pushed back several times. |
| Features & Specs - Garmin GPSMap 60CSx | |
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Screen size (in.) |
2.6 |
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Battery life (hrs.) |
9 |
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Topographic maps |
No |
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Electronic compass |
Yes |
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| Manufacturer | Garmin, Ltd |
| Manufacturer Website Address | www.garmin.com |
| Product Name | GPSMAP 60CSx Portable Navigator |
| Product Type | Handheld GPS Navigator |
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(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
Best basic GPS
3/29/2011
Pros
Accurate
Fast satellite fix
Quick Navigation
Reliable Reception
Simple Controls
Cons
Hard To Read
Slow update when driving
Best Uses
Hiking
In Car
Locations via coordinates
Comment:
I use this GPS as a road GPS and for work to map points for transects, boundaries, and location of items (plants and wildlife). It has what I need and works when I need it to. I am not big into bells and whistles I just need a device that is reliable and accurate and this GPS does the job for me. All Garmins more or less use the same software so the main difference come to down to features (MP3 player, camera, etc built in). You can get Topo maps for this GPS and other specialized maps but the down side is you can't overlay one type of map over another (i.e- regular road map with topo features). Hopefully one day their will be a GPS that will let you add layers so you can have a road map with topo features and marine features all in one.
By from
(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
GOOD MULTIPURPOSE UNIT FOR MILITARY USE
11/22/2010
Pros
Accurate
Intuitive Menu
One Hand Control
Quick Signal
Cons
Best Uses
Geocaching
Hiking
Comment:
There were six aircrew and sailors in HMCS CALGARY as part of CTF 150 supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in the Arabian Sea using the GPSMAP 60CSx. As far as I know the only GPS units on board, aside from the military supplied units, were the Garmin units. Surprisingly, everyone bought the same model independently (says wonders about the reputation of this unit). I bought mine from gpscity.ca and was very happy with the service and delivery time to Victoria, BC. The unit itself is robust, dependable, and up to the rigors of military use soakings, accidental drops, etc. Most of us use it as a portable backup on both the water and in the helicopter. The reception and accuracy is frankly amazing. The mapping software for the area is accurate and reliable and really helps with our situational awareness with merely a glance - something that is very useful when in the air or conducting a complex at sea evolution. Battery life is very good - occasionally getting 20 hours off one set on Duracell NiMH. When ashore it is very useful as well - How can you get lost in a new port when you have routing software that takes you right to the destination - or at the very least enables you to tell the cabbie which way to go. Overall this unit is highly recommended and there are at least six of us who can attest to this.
By from
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
Love it!
8/5/2010
Pros
Accurate
Intuitive Menu
Large Screen
One Hand Control
Quick Navigation
Quick Signal
Reliable Reception
Cons
Best Uses
Cycling
Hiking
In Car
Jogging
Comment:
Love it, has everything you need for not too big of a price.
Other User Reviews
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User has 40 Days of experience with this product
07/14/2008
Strength
Great accuracy; easy to use; electronic compass; great battery life
Weakness
Maps cost too much
Great GPS. Picks up satellites real quick and is very accurate. I use it for Geocaching and love the ablity to upload caches right from the website. Saves a ton of time. The electrinoc compass is nice when caching. You can stand still and it finds north for you. So far the only flaws has to be the price of the optional maps. Way too expensive. I'm impressed with the battery life of the two AA's. It's a lot better than my old Megellan 315 that was only black and white. So far no complaints, but my wife hasn't seen the bill for the topo maps yet!
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User has 30 Days of experience with this product
02/18/2008
Strength
Portable, good reception, adaptable with bicycle use (withaccesory holder), rugged case.
Weakness
Expensive software ($200 for Street maps and Topo map).Inaccurate at time.
This GPS (60 CSx) provided good directions most of the time.However, on a recent trip to Norfolk Virginia, the GPScould not find the last leg to the airport (about a mile out).Last week, on a bike ride, the Topo map did not find a road that was out there for many years.
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User has 2 Weeks of experience with this product
11/20/2007
Strength
Satellite aquisition speed in Remote Upper Michigan
Weakness
Belt clip is flimsey - falls off too easily
I bought this unit for deer hunting this year in Upper Michigan - November 2007. Excellent aquisition speed, super tracking and waypoint ease, good button use with one hand while walking in the woods.Threw my old Magellen away since it just could not pick up the sats.Great for hunting in remote areas where orientation loss can occur. Great electronic compass
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