GPSMAP 172C: A Marine device that's worth the price.
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Description: The Garmin GPSMAP 172C is a 12-channel, maritime global positioning device. Compared to other marine GPS receivers on the market, it is relatively inexpensive.
This is a marine GPS receiver, suited for aquatic activities. This GPS device offers special features and functions needed for boating and other marine activities. The man overboard (MOB) feature offers an extra measure of safety for boating and other marine activities. Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.
Pros:
1. Has a 4.5 in screen size, which is somewhat more favorable than some similarly priced GPS receivers. By way of comparison, the average cost of a product with this favorable a screen size is $665.
2. This GPS receiver Saves up to 3000 waypoints, which is more favorable than some similarly priced GPS receivers. In fact, the average cost of a product with this favorable a waypoints is $705.
3. Utilizes WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) technology to achieve of an error margin of 3 meters or less.
4. Serial computer interface makes it possible to add new programs and maps as well as store previous trips and data.
5. Tracklog function automatically creates a record of the path traveled and stores it as a series of points for later use.
6. Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.
7. Waterproof receiver stands up to the elements. System includes garmin worldwide marine basemap.
Cons:
1. Uses a proprietary card to store routes and data which is less versatile than standard storage media.
In short: In general, this GPS receiver's features are as are worth it for the price. This unit is able to store up to 3000 waypoints. This is significantly more than the average GPS device. Device is covered by a 1 year warranty.
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