Garmin GPSMAP 76C GPS Receiver

Garmin GPSMAP 76C GPS Receiver
alaScore 85

3017 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3017 reviews from magazines and websites. Views about the screen and build quality are generally positive. The value for money and memory are also appreciated. There are some mixed comments about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin GPSMAP 76C GPS Receiver is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Garmin Quest

 

Stupendously designed and enormously useful on the road.

Small, light, and compact Rugged and waterproof• Inexpensive

Memory not expandable Unimpressive color screen• Difficult installation

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Garmin Quest

 

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Built in lithium ion battery, auto shutoff, small size, bright antireflective screen.

Somewhat unintuitive interface. Sound through cigarette-lighter adapter.

The Garmin Quest is the smallest in-car GPS system we have reviewed so far. Its portability and built-in battery make it an attractive choice for those that want to use the unit outside of the car. The small screen is bright and good to see even in sunlig

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Garmin Quest (GPS receiver)

 

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Compact; strong receiver; solid mounting device; impressive battery life.

No memory card or hard drive for storage; users have to download maps.

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Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx review

 

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Garmin GPSMap 76Cx Review

 

UPDATE: The GPSMAP 76Cx has been discontinued. We recommend the GPSMAP 78s as an alternative. The Garmin GPSMap 76Cx is an update of the popular Garmin GPSMap 76C, which has been well loved by mariners and landlubbers alike. The 76Cx has the new...

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Garmin GPSMap 76CS Review

 

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Garmin Quest

 

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Includes GPS positioning; Voice activation; PC interface and built-in memory

Expensive; Limited range; FCC license required; Heavy to carry

Product Specifications

The GPSMAP 76 is designed to provide precise GPS positioning using correction data obtained from the Wide Area Augmentation System. This unit features a built-in quad helix antenna for superior reception and can provide position accuracy to less than three meters when receiving WAAS corrections. The GPSMAP 76 has an internal memory capacity of eight megabytes. In addition, it comes with a built-in basemap of cities, coastlines, lakes, rivers, interstates, and interstate exit information and a database of nautical navaids. This unit has eight megabytes of internal user memory for storing optional MapSource - detailed maps, including marine cartography. This memory is preloaded from the factory with worldwide cities (populations greater than 200, 000) and nautical navigation aids such as lights, buoys, sound signals and day beacons. The GPSMAP 76 is also preloaded with tide data for the United States. An extra-large display measuring 1.6"W x 2.2"H gives users a clear view of information, while a waterproof case means the GPSMAP 76 will keep working well even if it has been submerged in water. Even more amazing, this unit will actually float if accidentally dropped in the water.

Battery

Run Time (Up To):16hour(s)/18hour(s)/20hour(s)/30hour(s)

Built-in Display

Diagonal Size:2.6"/2.9"
Diagonal Size (metric):6.6 cm/7.4 cm
Resolution:160 x 240/240 x 180

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:1.2in/1.3in/1.4in
Height:6.1in/6.2in
Weight:16oz/5.4oz/7.6oz/7.7oz
Width:2.4in/2.7in

GPS Software

Maps Included:Africa / Europe / Middle East / Western Russia/Alaska / Canada / Central America / Mexico / South America / USA/North America / South America

GPS System

Connectivity:Serial/Serial / USB
DGPS:DGPS ready
GPS Functions / Services:Ascent/descent rate / Electronic compass / Elevation / MOB (Man Overboard)/MOB (Man Overboard)/MOB (Man Overboard) / Speed
Receiver:12 channel
Recommended Use:Hiking / Marine
SBAS:WAAS
Type:GPS receiver

Header

Compatibility:PC
Localization:English
Manufacturer:Garmin
Model:76/76C/76CS/76CSx/76Cx
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Garmin GPS/Garmin GPSMAP

Miscellaneous

Waterproof: Yes

Navigation

Routes:50
Tracklog Points:10000/2048
Tracks:10/20
Waypoints:1000/500
Waypoints per route:125/250/50

Reference Resource

Category:Communication equipment
Media Type:VHS
Series:Owner's Manual / Owners Manual/Quick Reference Guide/Quick Start Guide
Title:GPS 76/GPS 76/GPSMAP 76 VHS instructional video/GPSMAP 76C/GPSMAP 76CS/GPSMAP 76CSx/GPSMAP 76Cx/GPSMAP 76S
Type:Pocket guide/Reference book/Self-training course/User manual
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