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Garmin GPSMAP 62sc

Product Code: GAR62SC

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc handheld GPS system is designed for walking and hiking, however with its SD card slot you can also load additional maps making it ideal for use on a bike, on a boat and in a car too. Preprogrammed with a worldwide basemap with shaed relief, the 62sc also features a 2.6-inch sunlight-readable colour screen, is waterproof and can be powered via either AA or lithium-ion batteries, providing power for up to 20 hours.

The Garmin GPSMAP 62sc outdoor device also features an electronic compass and barometric altimeter. Plus this version of the popular 62-series has a built-in 5 megapixel digital camera which naturally supports geotagging of all your photos.

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc has been discontinued.

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The replacement and equalivent model to the Garmin GPSMAP 62sc is the Garmin GPSMAP 65s.

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The Garmin GPSMAP 62sc is a high-performing GPS handheld device - perfect for demanding outdoor adventures. With its protruding GPS receiver on top of the 62sc it'll maintain a GPS satellite fix longer than other handheld GPS devices (with a built-in GPS antenna), when used in areas of poor or low GPS reception e.g. deep valleys, woodlands. Coupled with this the GPSMAP 62sc is also waterproof and provides up to 20 hours battery life.

The GPSMAP 62sc is part of the Garmin GPSMAP 62-series which includes the following features:

‣Built-in 5 megapixel digital camera - the 'c' in 62sc
‣Electronic compass and barometric altimeter - the 's' in 62sc
‣Internal 3.5GB memory

Please note: The GPSMAP 62-series supersedes the now discontinued GPSMAP 60-series, however accessories and maps are still available.

With its built-in 5 megapixel digital camera, the 62sc enables you to take photos and automatically geotags them with the GPS co-ordinates of where they were taken. This enables you to view and navigate back to exact the location too.

The GPSMAP 62sc also features a built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass, a barometric altimeter and wireless connectivity with other compatible Garmin handheld devices. Enabling you to wirelessly share geocaches waypoints, tracks and routes. Plus with its internal 3.5GB memory you can store up to 2000 waypoints, 200 routes and 10,000 points on 200 saved tracks.

Preloaded to the GPSMAP 62sc memory is a worldwide basemap with shaded relief. Topo or topographical maps are also available separately which provide rich map data with contours, elevation, roads and rivers, etc. The scale of these topo maps is 1:100k. If you want the topo maps preloaded to the unit then you could buy the GPSMAP 62st (without camera) or the GPSMAP 62stc with topo maps and digital camera.

The Garmin GPSMAP 62sc supports paperless geocaching using GPX files making this an ideal handheld GPS system for geocaching. It will download coordinates of the geocache as well as the location, terrain, difficulty, hints and description. This saves you printing out the geocache details and carrying them around with you - just download to the Garmin GPSMAP device and go.

Additional mapping such as Garmin GB Discoverer maps are also available for use with the GPSMAP 62sc. GB Discoverer maps are sold separately on SD/microSD Card from ActiveGPS and once installed provide Ordnance Survey (OS) LandRanger maps at a scale of either 1:25k or 1:50k depending on the map purchased. Topographical maps are at a scale of 1:100k. To view the different maps that are available for the GPSMAP 62sc click here.

Handheld/Outdoor FAQs

Do you have a question about the Garmin GPSMAP 62sc or other handheld GPS related question that's not been answered on this webpage? Please see our handheld and Outdoor GPS FAQs page for questions from other customers.Plus if the answer to your question isn't featured, use the online form to ask us for the answer. Alternatively please telephone 01733 777623 Monday to Friday (9:30am-5:00pm) to speak to one of our sales team. For further information online please see the Garmin GPSMAP comparison table.

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc Features

‣Bright 2.6-inch LCD sunlight readable colour display (160 x 240 pixels)
‣Preloaded Worldwide BaseMap with shaded relief
‣Worldwide built-in basemap with shaded relief
‣High-sensitivity, WAAS/EGNOS-enable GPS receiver and HotFix
‣3-axis compass, provides accurate heading even when the unit is not level
‣Barometric altimeter tracks pressure changes to pinpoint your precise altitude and to help monitor weather
‣Rugged, waterproof (IEC 60529 IPX7)
‣3.5GB internal memory
‣Supports paperless geocaching
‣Wirelessly share geocaches waypoints, tracks and routes between compatible units
‣microSD card slot for additional mapping
‣Up to 20 hours of battery life, battery type: 2 AA batteries (not included) NiMH or Lithium recommended
‣High-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible
‣1 year guarantee

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc Map Coverage

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc is preloaded with a worldwide basemap with shaded relief. Please note: Additional maps can be loaded to the GPSMAP 62sc. The GPSMAP 62sc features a SD/microSD Card slot, an easy way to add new maps and mapping updates.

What's in the box? (when purchased from ActiveGPS.co.uk)

‣Garmin GPSMAP 62sc
‣Carabiner clip
‣2 AA NiMH batteries
‣Battery charger
‣USB cable
‣Quick start manual

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc Accessories

Looking for accessories to use with the Garmin GPSMAP 62sc handheld device? We sell a vast selection of genuine parts and spares including GPSMAP 62sc slip case, retractable lanyard, carabiner clip, bike/handlebar mount and Garmin Tempe.

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Garmin GPSMAP 62sc Maps

Garmin GPSMAP 62sc is preloaded with a Worldwide basemap with shaded relief. However, a number of other maps supplied on SD/microSD Card are also compatible including street-level road maps - perfect for cycling of using your GPSMAP 62sc in a car, 1:50k and 1:25k Ordnance Survey maps - ideal for hiking and walking the countryside of Great Britain and marine BlueCharts - ideal if you want to navigate the waters around the UK, Europe or further afield.

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Garmin GPSMAP 62sc Technical Specification

‣Technology: GPS
‣Display: transflective, 65-K colour TFT (160 x 240 pixels)
‣Touchscreen: No
‣Battery: 2 AA batteries (not included)
‣Waypoints/favourites/locations: 2,000
‣Routes: 200
‣Track Log: 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks
‣Basemap: Worldwide
‣Built-in memory: 3.5GB
‣Accepts data cards: microSD card
‣Waterproof: Yes, IPX7
‣Dimensions: Width - 61mm, Height - 160mm, Depth - 36mm
‣Weight: 260.1grams with batteries
‣Guarantee: 1-year
‣Garmin GPSMAP 62sc manual

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This product is a sophisticated electronic device which requires that you read, understand, and act upon the information given in the instruction manual (usually available via the above 'manual' link). You will need internet access and, in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, regularly seek out and accept all firmware or software updates offered by the manufacturer. All GPS devices need to ‘see’ the satellites in the sky. Therefore you will need to know that your vehicle does not have glass that will block or impede the GPS signal.

Updates to this product are via the internet. At this product page we state compatibility with specific versions of current internet connection devices, for example: PC, laptop, MAC, smartphone etc. The Consumer Contract Regulations allow you 14 days, from receipt of purchase, to check compatibility with your internet connection device/s. If you choose to replace or update your PC, MAC etc. neither we nor the manufacturer will be responsible if the new/replacement Operating System (OS) is not compatible with the purchased product.

Why buy from us?

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Page updated: 15th November 2024