Garmin eTrex Vista Cx

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The eTrex Vista Cx is a gps receiver made by Garmin. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From RockCreek:
"The eTrex Vista Cx GPS is loaded with the same popular features found in the eTrex Vista C, including barometric altimeter, electronic compass, sunlight-readable color and advanced GPS routing capabilities all in a waterproof design. In addition, it comes with a blank 64 MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Download maps directly to the card or purchase microSD cards preloaded with MapSource Topo and inland lake maps, BlueChart marine cartography, and City Navigator street maps."

From Backcountry.com:
"The new handheld Garmin eTrex Vista CX GPS Unit features routing and mapping capabilities to navigate your way. The eTrex Vista CX also comes with a barometric altimeter and an electric compass. Hikers and climbers will appreciate the barometric altimeter, which is accurate within 10 feet if properly calibrated. The electric compass allows you to find your heading easily, even when you stand still. The WAAS-enabled eTrex Vista CX uses up to 12 satellites to show you where you are. This GPS comes with a blank 64-megabyte microSD card to store maps, or you can buy cards preloaded with topographic maps, marine cartography, and street maps. View these maps on a color screen that's visible in bright sunshine. Keep track of your distance, time, and speed as you hike, bike, boat, or drive with the GPS trip computer. A mini-USB port lets you hook it up to your computer and download maps from Garmin's MapSource CDs."

From REI:
"256-color TFT technology produces a bright, sunlight-readable display. Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint and clock. Comes pre-loaded with U.S. basemap; 32-megabyte memory accepts detailed maps from MapSource software (sold separately). Comes with: PC/USB interface cable, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM, lanyard, owners manual and quick reference guide. Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart , City Select and U.S. TOPO 24K,. Electronic compass provides accurate bearing while standing still. Expandable memory has unlimited potential with the addition of larger sizes of microSD cards (sold separately); includes 64 MB card. Follow 50 reversible routes with 500 user waypoints with names and graphic symbols. Precise barometric sensor with pressure recording tracks elevation gain and loss, as well as weather trends. Trip-computer calculates current and average speed, sunset and sunrise, trip time and distance. Two AA batteries (sold separately) supply up to 32 hours of typical use. Upload detailed maps via USB interface (cable included); power is supplied through interface. WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) enabled receiver delivers sub-3-meter accuracy. Weatherproof case keeps unit functioning in wet conditions; waterproof to IEC 529 lPX7 standards. With a crisp, sunlight-readable color display and expandable memory Vista Cx can take you to far-off destinations with confidence."

From Ramsey Outdoor:
"The eTrex Vista Cx is loaded with the same popular features found in the eTrex Vista C, including barometric altimeter, electronic compass, sunlight-r..."

User Reviews

eTrex Vista Cx
Reviewed by thruhiker02, Nov 29, 2007

"This GPS unit is full of features, moderately expandable, and not very sensitive. What it doesn't lack is features: nice color screen, compass, altimeter, waterproof, and separately purchased 2GB memory card. The Vista Cx is expandable with a microSD memory card."

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