Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver

With a new high-sensitivity chipset, the Garmin Venture HC GPS receiver helps you get off the beaten path without losing your signal. New high-sensitivity chipset delivers super-fast signal aquisition and lock for reception in narrow valleys, dense woodlands and urban jungles. 256-color TFT technology produces a bright display that can be read in direct sunlight and is backlit for easy night viewing. Comes pre-loaded with U.S. base map; accepts detailed maps from MapSource® software, sold separately. Follow 50 reversible routes with up to 250 user waypoints per route; waypoints can be named and indexed by graphic symbols within GPS unit. Audible alarm sound signals anchor drag, destination arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint and clock time functions. Trip-computer calculates current and average speed, sunset and sunrise times, trip time and total distance over ground. Weatherproof case keeps unit functioning in wet conditions; waterproof to IEC 529 lPX7 standards. WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) enabled receiver delivers sub-3-meter accuracy. Two AA-size batteries (sold separately) supply up to 14 hours of typical use. Compatible with most MapSource products, including BlueChart®, City Navigator® and U.S. TOPO 24K. Includes MapSource® Trip and Waypoint Manager software for transferring routes and waypoints easily via high-speed USB interface. Comes with: Venture HC, USB interface cable, lanyard, MapSource software, owner's manual and quick reference guide.