Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx

Average Rating:
Reviewed by 6 Trailspace users

View Description
Read Reviews
Write a Review
Compare Prices
View Similar Products
Save & Share

Description

The GPSMAP 60CSx is a gps receiver made by Garmin. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 6 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Campmor:
"The GPSMAP 60CSx is an upgrade of the GPSMAP 60CS, one of the most popular models for outdoor and marine use. This unit features a removable microSD card for detailed mapping memory and a waterproof, rugged housing. The microSD card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment. Users can load map data and transfer routes and waypoints through the unit's fast USB connection. In addition, this unit features a new, highly sensitive GPS receiver that acquires satellites faster and lets users track their location in challenging conditions, such as heavy foliage or deep canyons. The GPSMAP 60CSx also incorporates a barometric altimeter for extremely accurate elevation data and an electronic compass that displays an accurate heading while standing still. The GPSMAP 60Cx offers a large color TFT display and turn-by-turn routing capability. Each unit comes with a blank 64 MB microSD card. Owners of these new x-series handhelds can also purchase new microSD cards that are pre-loaded with MapSource Topo and inland lake maps, BlueChart marine cartography, and City Navigator street maps. GPSMAP 60CSx Features: New high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF. Built-in quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability. Unit dimensions: 2.4" W x 6.1" H x 1.3" D. Display: 1.5" W x 2.2" H, 2.6"-diagonal, 256-color, transflective TFT (160 x 240 pixels). Weight: 7.5 ounces with batteries (not included). Sensors: -Electronic compass displays accurate heading while standing still.-Barometric altimeter with automatic pressure trend recording. MicroSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included). LED backlit display and keypad. Battery life: 20 hours (typical use) using two AA alkaline batteries. Includes a built-in Americas autoroute basemap with automatic routing capabilities, including highways, exits, and tide data (USA only). Internal memory is preloaded with a marine point database. 1,000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes. Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS, user grid, and more. Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, proximity waypoint, and clock. Large-numbers option for easy viewing; dual-position display mode. Trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. 10,000-point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions. Elevation computer provides current elevation, ascent/descent rate, minimum/ maximum elevation, total ascent and descent, average and maximum ascent and descent rate. Navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial port. Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and the best times to fish and hunt. Compatible with most MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. TOPO 24K, U.S. TOPO, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots. Water resistant: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx adds several performance-enhancing features to the popular 60-series products, including a removable microSD card, high-sensitivity GPS receiver, barometric altimeter and electronic compass. The 60CSx comes with a blank 64 megabyte (MB) microSD card, so you can store extra maps from optional MapSource mapping software. Just connect to your computer with the USB cable, and you can load map data or transfer routes and waypoints. You can even purchase microSD cards that are preloaded with MapSource maps, which means you don't have to connect to your computer. The microSD card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you never have to worry about water getting inside."

From REI:
"Purchase the powerful Garmin 60CSx in this convenient bundle pack and get lots of accessories at a low package price. Bundle includes: Garmin 60CSx GPS receiver, MapSource U.S. Topo® DVD, 64MB MicroSD card and carrying case. With expandable memory, this navigational workhorse guides you to your destination with a crisp, sunlight-readable color display. Sunlight-readable, highly reflective color display provides easy viewing in almost any lighting condition. SiRFstar III™ chipset provides rapid first fix and is sensitive enough to acquire signals in urban canyons and under dense foliage. Expandable memory has unlimited potential with the addition of larger sizes of microSD™ cards (sold separately). Fast USB connectivity makes loading charts and maps quick and easy. Electronic compass provides accurate bearing while standing still. Precise barometric sensor with pressure trend recording tracks elevation gain and loss as well as weather trends. Follow your route, marking up to 50 reversible routes; find your way back with Garmin's exclusive TracBack™ feature. Fast processor scrolls through screens and pans quickly. Trip computer calculates current and average speed, sunset and sunrise, trip time and distance. Proximity alerts sound at arrival, off-course, waypoint and anchor drag. WAAS-enabled (Wide Area Augmentation System) receiver delivers accuracy to 10 ft. in North America. Waterproof construction keeps unit functioning; meets IEC 60529 lPX7 standards (submersible to 1m for 30 min.). Dedicated geocaching mode and GPS games turn the outdoors into a giant gameboard. Also includes a belt clip, lanyard, owner's manual, quick start guide and USB cable. Compatible with MapSource BlueChart®, U.S. Topo 24K, and City Select®."

From EMS:
"Winner of the 2006 "Gear of the Year Award" from Outside magazine, the Garmin GPSMap 60CSX GPS received the following kudos:"Smartly labeled buttons-easily operated with one hand, even gloved-and a Windows like menu interface make the 60CSX a breeze to use. Within minutes of cracking the package, we were storing waypoints and creating routes for a local hike-without a single glance at the menu."-2006 Annual Outside Buyer's Guide. High-sensitivity receiver quickly locks on and holds position, even in heavy foliage or deep canyons. Barometric altimeter with recordable automatic pressure trend. Electronic compass displays an accurate heading, even while standing still. Color screen is easy to read, and memory is expandable via microSD card slot. MicroSD card slot allows for storage of optional MapSource detail (64 MB microSD included). Built-in America's autoroute base map with automatic routing capabilities, including highways, exits, and tide data (U.S. only). Built-in celestial tables for sun and moon calculations and best times to fish and hunt. Dedicated serial port for sharing navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols. WAAS gives you a position accuracy of down to 3 m in North America."

User Reviews

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by Absaroka, Feb 18, 2009

"I've owned this unit for several years and I love it! Watertight. Tough enough to use as a hackey-sack.

Display is great: large - so you can see lots of your surroundings and easily visible in all lighting conditions.

Great reception: quickly gets a fix even under thick conifer stands, deep in mountain valleys."

Read the complete review »

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by jmcwatty, Dec 16, 2008

"I love this thing. I was supposed to get it for Christmas from my dad, but when it came in on Dec 5th I could not wait. I use it for driving and in the woods. I use one 2gb stick for the city navigator and another for the topo 2008 mapsource. It works absolutely fabulous!!! I have taken it out on to some trails and have had no issues."

Read the complete review »

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by J, Dec 01, 2007

"I also purchased the Topo US 2008 software. Many of this unit's buzzers and bells are only usable with the purchase of additional software which is a little expensive. If you have not purchased yet or unless you can get a really good discount, or are only interested in using the GPS in the outdoors you may want to look at competitors' models."

Read the complete review »

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by Mike Groves, Jan 30, 2007

"This is one of many GPS units I own and by far my favorite. I backpack regularly and this thing is right on the money for satellite coverage, even in dense tree coverage - which is the reason I bought this unit. I have several Garmin GPS units including the 60CS, but this one really is better with the quick acquisition times."

Read the complete review »

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by Dave_S, Jan 10, 2007

"The 60Csx is a must if you do much traveling. Paired with the US 100K Topo CD and City Navigator 8. 0, this is an unbeatable machine in terms of portability and features. We always get a lock with it, even in buildings. I've only had it jump around once, and that was in the heart of downtown Chicago."

Read the complete review »

GPSMAP 60CSx
Reviewed by Beaux Pilgrim, Dec 13, 2006

"I have had both an Explorist 400 and this unit. This unit beats the Explorist 400 hands down. There are some features that this unit has that the Explorist 400 does not, but with the things that they have in common, this is the better unit (but you have to pay for it)."

Read the complete review »

Have you owned or used a Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx? Share your thoughts with other hikers and backpackers.