Garmin GPSMap 62 Handheld

GPSMAP 62 features a 2.6" sunlight-readable 65K color screen that supports BirdsEye™ Satellite imagery (subscription required) and Custom Maps. Rugged and waterproof, GPSMAP 62 features a quad helix antenna for unparalleled reception and sleek new design.

Explore
GPSMAP 62 comes with built-in worldwide basemap with shaded relief, so you can navigate anywhere with ease. With photo navigation, you can download pictures from Garmin Connect™ Photos and navigate to them.

Keep Your Fix
With its quad helix antenna and high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix® satellite prediction, GPSMAP 62 locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover and deep canyons. The advantage is clear — whether you’re in deep woods or just near tall buildings and trees, you can count on GPSMAP 62 to help you find your way when you need it the most.

Add Maps
Adding more maps is easy with our array of detailed topographic, marine and road maps. With 1.7 GB of onboard memory, you can conveniently download 24K and 100K TOPO maps and hit the trail or City Navigator NT® map data for turn-by-turn routing on roads (see maps tab for compatible maps). GPSMAP 62 also supports BirdsEye™ Satellite Imagery (subscription required), that lets you download satellite images to your device and integrate them with your maps. In addition, the 62 is compatible with Custom Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your device.

Get Connected
You've been busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using Garmin Connect™. This one-stop site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google™ Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter® and Facebook®. Getting started is easy, so get out there, explore and share.

Find Fun
GPSMAP 62 supports geocaching GPX files for downloading geocaches and details straight to your unit. By going paperless, you're not only helping the environment but also improving efficiency. GPSMAP 62 stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions, which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper printouts! Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches. Slim and lightweight, 62 is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.

Plan Your Next Trip
Take charge of your next adventure with BaseCamp™, software that lets you view and organize maps, waypoints, routes, and tracks. This free trip-planning software even allows you to create Garmin Adventures that you can share with friends, family or fellow explorers. BaseCamp displays topographic map data in 2-D or 3-D on your computer screen, including contour lines and elevation profiles. It also can transfer an unlimited amount of satellite images to your device when paired with a BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription.

Physical & Performance:

• Unit dimensions, WxHxD:                              2.4" x 6.3" x 1.4" (6.1 x 16.0 x 3.6 cm)
• Display size, WxH:    1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm)
• Display resolution, WxH:    160 x 240 pixels
• Display type:    transflective, 65-K color TFT
• Weight:    9.2 oz (260.1 g) with batteries
• Battery:    2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended
• Battery life:    20 hours
• Waterproof:    yes (IPX7)
• Floats:    no
• High-sensitivity receiver:    yes
• Interface:    USB and NMEA 0183 compatible

Maps and Memory:

• Basemap:    yes
• Preloaded maps:    no
• Ability to add maps:    yes
• Built-in memory:    1.7 GB
• Accepts data cards:    no
• Waypoints/favorites/locations    :                   2000
• Routes:    200
• Track log:    10,000 points, 200 saved tracks

Features and Benefits:

• Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads):    yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
• Electronic compass:    no
• Touchscreen:    no
• Barometric altimeter:    no
• Camera:    no
• Geocaching-friendly:    yes (paperless)
• Custom maps compatible:    yes
• Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos):    yes
• Outdoor GPS games:    no
• Hunt/fish calendar:    yes
• Sun and moon information:    yes
• Tide tables:    yes
• Area calculation:    yes
• Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest):    yes
• Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units):    no
• Picture viewer:    yes
• Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data):    yes

What's in the Box:

• GPSMAP 62
• Wrist strap
• USB cable
• Manual