Garmin eTrex Vista HCx GPS

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Deep foliage, nor canyons faze the rugged eTrex Vista HCx. Its high-sensitivity receiver holds a GPS signal in the toughest environments. Similar to the Vista Cx, this handheld navigator also has a bright color screen, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot and automatic routing for wherever adventure takes you.

Enjoy Clear Reception: With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, eTrex Vista HCx 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 Vista HCx to help you find your way when you need it the most.

Get Your Bearings: The Vista HCx has a built-in electronic compass that provides bearing information even while you're standing still, and its barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude. You can even use the altimeter to plot barometric pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions.

Expand Your Memory: Adding maps is easier than ever with Vista HCx's microSD card slot. Conveniently plug in optional preloaded microSD cards with MapSource data for your land and sea excursions. Just insert a MapSource card with detailed street maps, and Vista HCx provides turn-by-turn directions to your destination. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you don't have to worry about getting it wet.

Take It Anywhere: Like the rest of the eTrex series, Vista HCx is lightweight and compact, the perfect size for all your travels.

Technical Information

Connectivity Technology: Not Applicable
Number of Channels: 12
Built-in Devices: CompassAltimeter
Platform Support: PC

Memory

Memory Card Support: microSD Card

Display & Graphics

Display Screen: 2.14" Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Display Resolution: 176 x 220
Color Support: 256 Colors (8-bit)

Interfaces/Ports

Interfaces/Ports: 1 x USB

Software

Software Included:

MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager

Basemap:

Americas: Americas Recreational
Europe: Atlantic Recreational
Pacific: Pacific Recreational

Battery Information

Battery Life: 25 Hour

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions: 2.2" Height x 4.2" Width x 1.2" Depth
Weight: 5.5 oz - with batteries

Miscellaneous

Package Contents:

eTrex Vista HCx Portable Navigator
USB Cable
Wrist Strap
Owner's Manual
Quick Reference Guide

Warranty

Standard Warranty: 1 Year Limited

Specification	Description
Model	010-00439-00, 010-00630-0, 010-00630-00, 01000630-00
UPC	753759049188
Accuracy	<15 feet
Alarms	Proximity, Anchor Drag, Off Course
Antenna	Internal patch
Anti-glare	Yes
Auto routing/rerouting	Yes
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Backlight	Yes
Battery Average Run Time	25
Battery Average Run Time UOM	HOURS
Battery Type	Product
Benefits	The Americas Basemap v2 includes the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central & South America256-level color TFT anti-glare display mak
Brand	ETREX
Cables Included	USB
Capacity UOM	mAh
Chemistry	Alkaline
Color support	Yes
Connectivity	USB
Country Of Origin	Taiwan
Datums	Yes
Day/Night mode	Yes
Description Header	The eTrex dares to go where some receivers can't.
Display Catalog Number	55025467
Display size (diagonal)	2.0 inches
End Product Indicator	Yes
Expandable Memory	SD card
Features	Built-in electronic compass that provides bearing information even while you're standing stillWaterproof, so it can withstand the ele
Hunting/Fishing/Tides tables	Yes
Included in the Box	eTrex Vista HCxAmericas Recreational Basemap v2MapSource Trip & Waypoint ManagerUSB cableWrist strap<
Inputs	1 x (Power/USB)
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	90
Manufacturer Part Number	010-00630-00
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	12
MAP Price	0.0
Maps	Americas Recreational: United States, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America
Menu navigation	Menu key, Rocker key
Model	eTrex Vista HCx
Mounting options	Wrist lanyard, bike mount
Number of waypoints	1000
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Other features	Electronic compass, barometric altimeter, geocaching mode, GPS games, sun/moon tables, area calculation, custom POIs, calendar, calculator, stopwatch,
Outputs	1 x (Power/USB)
Power Device	2 "AA" batteries
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Height	1.2
Product Length	4.2
Product Type	Outdoor & fitness
Product Weight	5.5
Product Weight UOM	ounces
Product Width	2.2
Required to function	2 "AA" batteries
Required to function SKU	2300885
Resolution	176x220 pixels
Routes	50
Size	AA
Supported Languages	English
Tracklogs	20
Trip computer	Yes
Type	TFT LCD
Updatable Maps	Yes
WAAS, DGPS or USCG-enabled	Yes
Water resistance	IPX7

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★★★★☆

4.0

HCx

"After using the Etrex Vista for years, with its dull grey screen, and downright lousy ability to hold on to satellites-in even the lightest of forest cover-I was waiting for a GPS that would acquire satellites quickly and hold on to them through dense forest and deep canyons (something my old Vista, simply would not do). When Garmin introduced Mapsource Topo USA 2008 for Mac, and the ability to "convert" Nationa..." Read Full Review »

Jul 04, 2008 by Seldom Seen

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Poor Map Transfer and Storage

"My wife and I received this product as a wedding present and I'm really glad we have it, but there are many times when it is really a pain and I wish REI sold a better one. First of all, the Mac support is horrible. It comes with a Windows only DVD and in order to convert it to Mac map format you need a Windows computer, and the fact that I don't have one is exactly why I need to convert it. I finally borrowe..." Read Full Review »

Jul 27, 2008 by Scott M

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5.0

"I am a web designer during the week and hiker/photographer by week-end, so I bought the product for 2 purposes.

1). As a web designer I sometime have to seek out locations or landmarks(for example city parks) in cities are am unfamiliar with to photograph sites to use in websites for clients. Eve …" Read Full Review »

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★★★★☆

4.0

"This is my third Garmin GPS unit. Each has been a marked improvement over the previous model.

The HCx has the potential to be a truly great tool. The hardware works flawlessly. Reception sensitivity is very, very good. The new MediaTek chipset really makes a difference in where you can get a usab …" Read Full Review »

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2.0

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A Big Disapointment

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1.0

"The unit acquires satellites well and tracks without dropouts. It has, however serious performance flaws that render it unusable for the serious backcountry traveler. The first indication that something was wrong was when I tried to operate the unit with lithium batteries. Yes, I did change the batt …" Read Full Review »

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