Garmin eTrex Legend Cx Waterproof Hiking GPS
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64 MB microSD card for MapSource data gives you the versatility of adding highly detailed maps
256-color, sunlight-readable display makes it easy to distinguish map details and see where you’re going
Support for English, Spanish, Portugese, and French languages.
Automatic route generation, off-route recalculation, turn-by-turn directions with alert tones
Mini-USB port for fast, convenient download of map data from Garmin’s entire library of optional MapSource CDs using a PC
handheld gps for geocaching
The eTrex Legend Cx is a versatile, pocket-sized handheld mapping product ideal for both marine and outdoor use. It provides a bright, sunlight-readable color TFT display and includes a 32MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Garmin preprogrammed microSD cards can be purchased, providing detail for Topo, BlueChart, Fishing Hot Spots, Minnesota LakeMaster Promaps and European streets. The 64MB microSD card can also be loaded with data from MapSource products like BlueChart, U.S. Topo 24K, Minnesota LakeMaster Promaps and City Navigator. Fast USB connectivity makes loading charts and maps quick and easy, while navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial port.Amazon.com Product Description With the Legend Cx, Garmin has updated a much-loved device with expandable memory on a microSD card so you can load optional map data for your hiking, hunting, and other outdoor excursions. Ad
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48 of 50 people found the following review helpful
Great GPS, August 22, 2006
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Oz “Spitfire” – See all my reviews
This review is from: Garmin eTrex Legend Cx Waterproof Hiking GPS (Electronics)
Finally, the perfect handheld GPS. The addition of microSD cards to the eTrex line has made the ultra portable unit the perfect companion to carry with you on all your adventures – land, sea, or trail. Although the unit comes with a 64mb card, I purchased two 1gb cards. When you own a Garmin Mapsource product, you are allowed to use it on up to two units. I already own Recreational Lakes and Fishing Hotspots, as well as CitySelect which came with my Garmin GPS V Deluxe which I still use all the time locally in my Jeep and on one boat because of the mounting ability and NMEA output. The GPS V, however, is limited to 19mb and is now utilized in the regions I most frequent. Unlocking CitySelect for the eTrex Legend Cx was simple at the Garmin website. I would recommend first updating the software in the unit to the latest version, which is now just a few keystrokes with Garmin’s Webupdater software downloaded from their site to handle the large capacity cards. On one card, I have Recreational Lakes East and CitySelect for the entire Northeast and MidAtlantic regions. On the other card I have the remainder of the US and Canada. The cards are smaller than the fingernail of your little finger. The eTrex Legend allows you to enable all or whichever Mapsource products you want. When not using it on the road, I disable the CitySelect to take full advantage of the Recreational Lakes software. If you do not own a mapsource product already, then purchase CityNavigator which I believe Garmin has updated the most for the points of interest and new roadways.
For my needs, the Legend series is ideal. If you climb mountains, ski in the wilderness, or are involved in search and rescue then the Vista series would be better because of the more accurate altimeter and compass.
I really like how easy the screen can be read in bright sunlight. The battery life has exceded my expectations, but always carry some spares and you should purchase a 12V adapter for use when a socket is available, especially if you want to turn up the screen brightness.
If all you want is a car navigator, then this is not the ideal unit. It is pretty much a handheld, although after some fiddling around I found the best way to mount it in a vehicle is with velcro. There is an available windshield bracket. The 60Cx and 76Cx may have better acquisition in canyons or under canopy in rainforests, but the smaller size of the eTrex series will allow you to carry it with you virtually everywhere.
The more I use it, the more I love it. Hope this was helpful.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Great all around GPS, May 23, 2006
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Kevin Lemoi – See all my reviews
This review is from: Garmin eTrex Legend Cx Waterproof Hiking GPS (Electronics)
Like with anything I do, I did a lot of research before I bought this GPS. At times I confused myself … so many options and models. But in the end I realized that I was looking for a GPS that could do it ALL. I wanted a color unit that I could use for hiking, geocaching and car navigation. Having recently moved from the country to the “city” I was constantly getting lost, so city navigation was something I really needed. I hesitated a bit on this unit because of the “screen size”. Trust me when I say… don’t worry… this unit is SO accurate with the City Navigator software it offsets the “slightly smaller” screen size from other GPS units. I purchased a vent mount for the GPS and I can see the streets and my location just fine. For a time I looked at the 76cx but realized that unit was physically too big for my preferences. Again, I wanted something smaller to carry with me geocaching. In the end I went with the Legend CX for several reasons, the color screen, small size (great for hiking) expandable memory card for maps and compatibility with City Navigator v7 (Which I highly recommend)
I received my GPS 4 days ago and I love it! On my way back from a recent geocaching event I got lost in Southern, NH. I turned on the GPS and it located my position within 1 minute. Thankfully I had made a “Home” waypoint. I instructed the unit to route me home, it worked perfectly. I went though back streets I had never seen before … I thought I was lost, but no! This unit got me right home. The unit beeps once when a required turn is approaching and beeps 2x when you are less than 50 feet from the required turn. I purchased a 1gb MicroSD card and I can get almost all of the US (HIGH DETAIL) loaded. EXCELLENT. The reason I gave this unit 4 stars rather than 5 is because it does not have the new sensitivity chip. While geocaching I did loose the sat. connection under dense trees, but I think that would have been the case with any GPS. I paid 5 for the GPS, for the 1gb card, .95 for the vent-mount and 0 for the City Navigator. So all together I have under 0 invested. Eventually (maybe) I will buy a street pilot for my car to get the bigger screen, but right now I can’t see the need. The vent-mount works perfectly to place the GPS where I can see it. Great unit, can’t wait to get the TOPO maps for geocaching. You can do a lot of looking but in the end this unit had the best size, color, expandability and mapping features for the money.
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32 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Finally (nearly) unlimited storage in the eTrex line, March 8, 2006
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tjz (Colorado Springs, CO USA) – See all my reviews
This review is from: Garmin eTrex Legend Cx Waterproof Hiking GPS (Electronics)
I bought this along w/ a 256 MB microSD card. Using MapSource US Topo, you can fit nearly half of the western US maps into the unit.
The screen is bright and easy to read while on foot, but it is fairly small for in car use.
Also, if you have the “Topo Streets & 3-D Views” supplement to the popular National Geographic Topo! line, you can transfer waypoints and routes between the GPS and the Topo! program. Just call it a “Legend C” and adjust the number of routes and waypoints / route. I’m sure Topo! will have a patch someday which has the Legend Cx in it by name.
It is very sturdy and being able to power it through the USB connection is very nice for at home and in the car use.
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