Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver

Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver
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Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver
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Category: GPS or Navigation System
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Manufacturer: Garmin
Brand: Garmin
Edition: Electronics
Audio: English (Original Language)
Platform: Not Machine Specific
Model: 010-00632-00
Color: One Color
Publisher: Garmin
Studio: Garmin
Music Label: Garmin
Product features:
  • High-Sensitivity, WAAS-Enabled GPS Receiver Provides Peak Performance In Any Environment
  • Built-In Basemap Includes Lakes, Rivers, Cities, Interstates, National & State Highways, Railroads & Coastlines
  • Features A 1.7-InchH X 1.3-InchW Screen With 256-Level Color Tft
  • Usb Compatible For High-Speed Map Downloads
  • 24 Mb Of Internal Memory Allows User To Load Waypoints & Routes From The Included Mapsource Trip & Waypoint Manager Software
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Digital camera reviews of Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver

Digital camera Review: 1st GPS owned
Summary: 3 Stars

The GPS is a bit confusing at first. I even read the manual. This is the first GPS handheld I have ever owned and it seems to do the job just fine. I got it for geocaching and I can find them okay but the screens do get a bit confusing to navigate and try to set up. Downloading the info from the net is easy ([...]) and the easiest method to input info. I still have trouble putting in coordinates manually unless you call up an existing waypoint and modify it. The mapping software is very basic. I have mapsource from garmin also (through a car gps unit) and tried to update as the purchase included free update. The maps downloaded to the handheld but then told me to unlock them - couldn't do that without paying an additional $100 fee as Garmin claims the mapsource was not shipped with the handheld and shouldn't have worked. It did without any warning prompts. If you own muliptle GPS (car, handheld) be careful using the software. I can use the handheld but have to to say skip/enter to bypass the locked message page. It still works but is a painful reminder of something that "shouldn't have happened". You can upload easy to mapsource to see your tracks, routes etc. but you see them as all connected (even from across the country) unless you save, clear, turn off tracking each time you do a new track/route/geocache/hike. Still like it for the money but be aware of limitations.

Summary of Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver

eTrex Venture HC is an essential for any outdoor excursion. It features a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for peak performance in any environment and includes 24 megabytes (MB) of internal memory, a detailed basemap and crisp color screen.

An essential for any outdoor excursion.

The H series marries high-sensitivity GPS with full-featured mapping, for a superb portable receiver.

Basemap contains lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways and coastlines.

Make trip planning simple for your next outdoor adventure with the included MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager.

Proven Performance and Full-Featured Mapping


Clear Reception
The Garmin eTrex Venture HC helps you navigate through the toughest terrain. The unit is equipped with a high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, which 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 traipsing through thick woods or strolling near tall buildings and trees, you can count on the Venture HC to help you find your way when you need it the most.

Intuitive Operation
At the same time, the Venture HC's easy-to-use menu lets you create and view waypoints (up to 500), save and view 10 track logs, access setup features, and more. It even offers 24 MB of internal memory and a detailed basemap, so you can load waypoints and routes from the included MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager software and add map detail from Garmin's entire line of optional MapSource mapping products.

Besides appreciating its small size, outdoorsmen will also be happy with the Venture HC's unique button layout, with five buttons located on either side of the unit. The benefits of this design are twofold: First, the Venture HC is a breeze to operate with just one hand, and, second, with the buttons on both sides of the unit, the bulk of the front is dedicated to the 256-color, sunlight-readable TFT display. This makes it easy to distinguish map details regardless of the time of day.

Comprehensive Basemap
The Venture HC's Americas Recreational basemap, meanwhile, contains lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways, railroads, and coastlines--in short, a host of helpful details for your outdoor adventures.

The map covers the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Central and South America.

And More...
Other details include an IPX7 waterproof housing, a built-in patch antenna, a USB interface, a hunt/fish calendar, sun and moon information, and a geocaching mode.

The Venture HC, which runs for up to 14 hours on a pair of AA batteries (not included), measures 2.2 by 4.2 by 1.2 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a one-year warranty.

Trip and Waypoint Manager

Make trip planning simple for your next outdoor adventure with the included MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager. This computer software allows you to transfer waypoints, routes and tracks between your Garmin device and your computer. For reference, Trip and Waypoint Manager provides general worldwide maps that include interstates, motorways, political boundaries, principal cities and towns, oceans and other general reference details to place your GPS data in context.

What's in the Box

eTrex Venture HC, Basemap, MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager Software, USB Cable, Wrist Strap, Quick Start Guide, User's Manual.

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