Model: Garmin GPS 72H
Code: 010-00840-01
Make a splash with the GPS 72H, a lightweight, waterproof handheld that floats. Simple yet robust, the GPS 72H features high-sensitivity GPS and a USB connection along with its large screen, simple operation and rock-solid performance.
Acquire Satellites Quickly
Find your way effortlessly with the GPS 72H's high-sensitivity GPS receiver. GPS 72H acquires satellite signals quickly and tracks your location in challenging conditions, such as heavy tree cover or deep canyons.
Use on Land or Water
Don't worry about losing this GPS device in the drink. The GPS 72H floats in water, and it's IPX7 waterproof to withstand the accidental dunk or splash in the lake. Whether on water or land, the GPS 72H can save up to 500 of your favorite places in memory and point you to your destination (no street or terrain maps).
Store Important Data
The GPS 72H is NMEA 0183 compatible. To transfer data to your device, GPS 72H easily connects to your computer via USB. If you're into boating, hunting or fishing, you can use the 72H's built-in celestial data, which includes sunrise/sunset times and a hunting and fishing calendar.
Physical & Performance
Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 2.7" x 6.2" x 1.2" (6.9 x 15.7 x 3.0 cm)
Display size, WxH: 1.6" x 2.2" (4.1 x 5.6 cm)
Display resolution, WxH: 120 x 160 pixels
Display type: 4 level gray LCD
Weight: 7.7 oz (218 g) with batteries
Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included)
Battery life: 18 hours
Waterproof: yes (IPX7)
Floats: yes
High-sensitivity receiver: yes
Interface: serial and USB
Maps & Memory
Basemap: no
Preloaded maps: no
Ability to add maps: no
Built-in memory: no
Accepts data cards: no
Waypoints/favorites/locations: 500
Routes: 50
Track log: 2,048 points, 10 saved tracks
Features & Benefits
Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): no
Electronic compass: no
Touchscreen: no
Barometric altimeter: no
Camera: no
Geocaching-friendly: no
Custom maps compatible: no
Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos): no
Outdoor GPS games: no
Hunt/fish calendar: yes
Sun and moon information: yes
Tide tables: no
Area calculation: yes
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): no
Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): no
Picture viewer: no
Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): no
What's in the box
GPS 72H
Wrist strap
Manuals