Garmin GPS V Waterproof Hiking GPS
by Garmin

List Price: $349.99
Category: GPS or Navigation System
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Digital product summary information

• 12-channel GPS unit with 19 MB of built-in memory
• Includes MapSource City Select CD-ROM with street-level maps and points of interest; full unlock capability for US and Canada
• WAAS capability provides position accuracy better than three meters
• Autorouting gives access to the shortest and fastest routes
• Turn-by-turn directions; includes serial cable for PC connection

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Digital camera reviews of Garmin GPS V Waterproof Hiking GPS

Digital camera Review: A good compromise, great tool
Summary: 4 Stars

This unit, however, is an excellent compromise between a vehicle and a portable GPS.

The hardware design is very well thought out, compact and rugged. I wish there was a faster way to download maps, but I can see why they had to go with RS-232. Also wish there was a way to upgrade the memory, but this is a sealed waterproof unit, so opening the case is not an option.

For those that have complained about the poor granularity and organization of the maps; You are right, however they do seem to be listening. I've gotten both the USA City Select and MetroGuide Europe, (v4.09) they are much better than previous versions.

For the VERY technical, there is a work-around to the map selection problem ... when I clean up, bulletproof & package the tool, I will post it on my website.

Also for the technical, Garmin posts complete HW/SW interface specs to the unit on their site (garmin.com). Combine this unit with a high-end Palm or Pocket PC, and you have a navigator's dream that fits in your pocket...

Buy one of these (or a comparable Street Pilot or Magellan product) even if you don't think you need it. You will be glad you did.

Summary of Garmin GPS V Waterproof Hiking GPS

Displays current position and bearing. View larger.

Focused view of upcoming turn. View larger.

Lists upcoming turns with the remaining distance and time. View larger.

The GPS V device provides GPS navigation on the road and on foot.

With 19 MB of built-in memory, the GPS V Deluxe can store dozens of maps and routes in memory. Download data from your PC with the included serial cable. The GPS V Deluxe stores 50 routes with 254 waypoints each, and 3,000 tracklog points.

The included MapSource City Select CD-ROM--designed specifically for the GPS V--has been enhanced to provide street-level views of millions of new streets for nearly every town in the United States. City Select includes highways, interstates, and business and residential streets with attributes such as turn restrictions, speed categories, and other navigation features. The software automatically creates point-to-point routes in MapSource and on the GPS V. It also displays restaurants, hotels, attractions, entertainment, shopping, and location of emergency services along your route. City Select also contains detailed maps of major metropolitan areas in seven defined regions in the U.S. and Canada.

This Deluxe version of the Garmin GPS V offers full unlock capability of all maps for the United States and Canada. (The regular Garmin GPS V comes with unlock capability for just one region.) Simply install the City Select CD-ROM on your PC, then enter a custom code that is included with the product box.

The GPS V Deluxe also comes with auto-routing for the shortest and fastest way to your destination, plus the turn-by-turn directions will direct you throughout North America and major cities. The GPS V Deluxe will show you how to get there, give you an estimated time of arrival, and alert you to upcoming turns with an audible beep.

You view data on the 2.2-by-1.5-inch four-level grayscale LCD, with its resolution of 256 x 160 pixels. A multilevel backlight allows you to see the screen clearly in a variety of lighting conditions. The GPS V comes with detachable antenna, PC interface cable, dashboard mount, 12-volt adapter cable, wrist strap, and owner's manual. --Agen G.N. Schmitz

What's in the Box
GPS V Deluxe GPS receiver, basemap (Americas Autoroute), MapSource City Select CD (North America Only) with full coverage and full unlock, PC interface cable, automotive mount, 12-volt cigarette lighter adapter, wrist strap, and quick start guide.

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