GPSMAP 62 products offer all the features and
capabilities that were found in the GPSMAP 60 products,
plus much more. With a new design and must-have
features, these rugged GPSMAP 62 units are a great fit
in Garmin's best-selling lineup of color outdoor
handhelds.
The GPSMAP 62 series takes recreational navigation to
a new level. The units feature a bright 2.6-inch 65k
colorLCD display with a built-in basemap and a
high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix. All three
models boast unparalleled reception with a quad helix
antenna, are waterproof, have a worldwide basemap
with shaded relief and support paperless
geocaching.
In addition to the standard feature set on the GPSMAP
62, the 62st version adds a 3-axis compass, a
barometric altimeter and a built-in microSD card slot
for loading additional maps, plus it comes preloaded
with detailed topographic maps with land elevation
and contours. The 62st also offers wireless route,
waypoint, and geocache sharing with other compatible
units. Garmin Custom Maps and BirdsEye Satellite
Imagery is supported. Garmin Custom Maps allows you
to easily transform paper and electronic maps into
free, downloadable maps for your compatible Garmin
GPS. BirdsEye Satellite Imagery is a subscription
based service that allows you to see aerial views of
your destination. If you're looking for the ultimate
high-performance outdoor handheld, take your pick
from the GPSMAP 62 series.
Product Features and Specifications
- High-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and
HotFix
- Bright 2.6" sunlight-readable 65K color LCD
display (160 x 240 pixels)
- Weight: 9.2 oz. (260.1 g) with
batteries
- Rugged, waterproof (IEC 60529 IPX7)
- Worldwide built-in basemap with shaded
relief
- Preloaded topographic maps
- Internal memory for loading maps
- Waypoints/favorites/locations: 2,000
- Routes: 200
- 3-axis compass, provides an accurate heading
even when the unit is not held level
- Supports paperless geocaching
- Wirelessly share routes, tracks, waypoints and
geocaches between compatible units
- Barometric altimeter tracks pressure changes to
pinpoint your precise altitude and to help monitor
weather
- High-speed USB interface and NMEA
0183
- Up to 20 hours of battery life, battery type:
two AA (not included) NiMH or lithium
recommended
Package Includes: GPSMAP 62st, carabiner clip,
USB cable, quick start manual
NOTE: The GPSMAP 62 series will replace the GPS 60,
GPSMAP 60, GPSMAP 60Cx and GPSMAP 60CSx