GPSMap 62

GPSMap 62 - $505

The newly designed GPSMAP 62 handheld navigator features a sunlight-readable 65K color screen. Rugged and waterproof, GPSMAP 62 features a quad helix antenna for unparalleled reception and sleek new design.

Explore
GPSMAP 62 comes with built-in worldwide basemap with shaded relief, so you can navigate anywhere with ease. With photo navigation, you can download pictures from Garmin Connect™ Photos and navigate to them.

Keep Your Fix
With its quad helix antenna and high-sensitivity receiver and HotFix® satellite prediction, GPSMAP 62 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 GPSMAP 62 to help you find your way when you need it the most.

Add Maps
With 1.7G of onboard memory, you can conveniently download BlueChart® g2 for a great day on the water or City Navigator NT® map data for turn-by-turn routing on roads.

Get Connected
You've been busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using Garmin Connect™. This one-stop site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google™ Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter® and Facebook®. Getting started is easy, so get out there, explore, and share.

Find Fun
GPSMAP 62 supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving efficiency. GPSMAP 62 stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper print outs! Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches. Slim and lightweight, 62 is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.

Physical & Performance:
  • Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 6.1 x 16.0 x 3.6 cm
  • Display size, WxH: 4.1 x 5.6 cm; diag 6.6 cm
  • Display resolution, WxH: 160 x 240 pixels
  • Display type: transflective, 65-K color TFT
  • Weight: 260.1 g with batteries
  • Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended
  • Battery life: 20 hours
  • Water resistant to IPX7 standard.

  • Floats: no
  • High-sensitivity receiver: yes
  • Interface: USB and NMEA 0183 compatible

    Maps & Memory:
  • Basemap: yes
  • Ability to add maps: yes
  • Built-in memory: 1.7 GB
  • Accepts data cards: no
  • Waypoints/favorites/locations: 2000
  • Routes: 200
  • Track log: 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks

    Features:
  • Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): yes
  • Electronic compass: no
  • Touchscreen: no
  • Barometric altimeter: no
  • Camera: no
  • Geocaching-friendly: yes (paperless)
  • Custom maps compatible: yes
  • Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): yes
  • Outdoor GPS games: no
  • Hunt/fish calendar: yes
  • Sun and moon information: yes
  • Tide tables: yes
  • Area calculation: yes
  • Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): yes
  • Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): no
  • Picture viewer: no
  • Garmin Connect™ compatible: yes

    Accessories included with GPS:
  • USB cable
  • Quick start guide

    Optional accessories available:
  • Data Cable (serial)
  • Power Cable
  • Combined Power and Data Cable
  • Car Mount
  • Marine Mount
  • Auto Windshield (Suction) Mount
  • Handlebar Mount
  • Case
    MapWorld's price for the GPSMap 62 is $505