GPS Garmin Map 78S

Product description : Garmin 78s GPS, GPSMAP 78s is perfect for boaters and water sports enthusiasts who want to run with the best, GPSMAP 78s have rugged 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter, sharp color mapping, high-sensitivity receiver, a new molded rubber grip sides, plus a slot microSD card â ” ¢ for loading additional maps. And it floats!
Explore

GPSMAP 78s are equipped with built-in worldwide basemap, so you can navigate anywhere with ease. And, like the rest of the series-78, 78s is IPX7 waterproof and even floats in water.
Get Your Bearings

GPSMAP 78s has a built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass, which shows your heading even when you re standing still, without holding it level. Its barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to determine your precise altitude, and you can even use it to plot barometric pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions.
Wireless Sharing

With the GPSMAP 78s you can share your waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches wirelessly other users of compatible devices. Now you can send your favorite fishing spot locations to friends to find. Sharing data is easy. Just press the ” send ” to transfer your information to similar units.
Keep Your Fix

With high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix prediction â ” ¢ satellite, GPSMAP 78s 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 the GPSMAP 78s to help you find your way when you need it.
Add Maps

Adding maps is easier with Garmin’ s diverse marine detailed, topographic and road maps, available on microSD card. Conveniently plug in BlueChart ® g2  loaded card for a great day on the water or City Navigator ® NT map data  for turn-by-turn routing on roads ( see maps tab for compatible maps) . The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you do not have to worry about getting it wet. GPSMAP 78s also supports Birdseye â ” ¢ Satellite Imagery ( subscription required) , which lets you download satellite images to your device and integrate them with your map. In addition, the 78s is compatible with Custom Maps, free software that converts paper maps and electronic maps that can be downloaded to your device.
Get Connected

You’ re busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send songs to your outdoor device using Garmin Connect â ” ¢ . This site offers one-stop desk activities and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google â ” ¢ Earth. Explore other routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences on Twitter and Facebook  ®  ® . Starting is easy, so get out there, explore, and share.
Find Fun

GPSMAP 78s 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 improve efficiency. GPSMAP 78s stores and displays key information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and description, which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper print out! Simply upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches. Slim and lightweight, 78s is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.