Gps Systems Reviews

• Combination FRS/GRMS 2 way radio and GPS navigator with high sensitivity receiver
• 5 watts of transmit power with 14 mile line of sight range over GRMS and 2 mile over FRS
• Built in electronic compass and barometric altimeter for calculating direction and altitude
• 1.3 by 1.7 inch, 256 color TFT display, expandable microSD card slot, USB interface
• Measures 2.3 x 5.1 x 1.8 inches W x H x D and weighs 10.3 ounces, 1 year warranty

Know exactly where you’re at all times with Rino 530HCx and the precision of high sensitivity GPS. This waterproof FRS/GMRS radio plus GPS navigator adds a barometric altimeter, electronic compass and NOAA weather radio also to the liked features of the Rino 520HCx five watts of transmit power, a microSD card slot, smart color display and a high sensitivity GPS receiver so you will never be lost again.

Hit the trail in confidence with the Garmin Rino 530HCx, which combines a two way FRS/GMRS radio with a high sensitivity GPS navigator. The waterproof unit offers 22 channels and five watts of transmit power, so you may be able to contact friends or rescue crews from up to 14 miles away line of sight over GMRS channels or up to two miles over FRS channels. The high sensitivity GPS receiver, In the meantime, locates your position quickly and exactly and maintains its GPS place in heavy cover. The advantage is clear: if you are traipsing through thick woods or strolling near tall buildings and trees, you may be able to count on the Rino 530HCx to assist you find your way when you need it the most. The joint radio and navigator functions make the device a must have for mountain climbing, alpine camping, back country skiing, and a host of other outdoor actions.

The 530HCx navigator/2 way radio is compact and lightweight, with a 10.3 ounce housing that will not slow you down on the trail.

Like the rest of the Rino series, the Rino 530HCx offers a distinctive Position Reporting feature, which allows you to send your exact place to other Rino users in your group so that everyone can see your position on the map page. No more worrying about the lagging hikers in your group every time you reach a fork in the trail. Plus, because the 530HCx is a regular FRS/GMRS radio, you may be able to use it to communicate with other regular FRS/GMRS radios in the neighborhood.

The 530HCx is equipped with a fitted electronic compass that gives bearing info when you are standing still, with a barometric altimeter that tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your exact altitude. You may be able to use the altimeter to plot barometric pressure over time, which may help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions. And thanks to the NOAA weather radio, you will know well in advance when a storm is advancing.

Receive in depth mapping info on the navigator’s 1.3 by 1.7 inch, 256 color TFT display.

Possibly the most vital feature, but, is the crystal clear 256 color TFT display, which obviously shows attributes from the fitted basemap, as well as lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways, railroads, and coastlines in short, a host of useful details for your outdoor adventures. Users may also expand the mapping possibilities via the microSD card slot, which accepts cards preloaded with MapSource data for your land and sea excursions. Just put a MapSource card with in depth street maps and the Rino 530HCx will supply step by step or turn by turn directions to your destination.

Other details include a USB interface, 500 waypoints and 50 routes, a hunt/fish calendar, hands free voice activation requires individually sold headset, a voice scrambler, and external temperature recording. The Rino 530HCx, which will include a rechargeable lithium ion battery that runs for up to 14 hours per charge, measures 2.3 by 5.1 by 1.8 inches W x H x D and is supported by a one year warranty.

What’s in the Box
Rino 530HCx radio, Americas Recreational basemap, wrist strap, belt clip, USB cable, lithium ion battery pack and charger, MapSource Trip &amp, Waypoint Manager, AC adapter, quick start guide, user’s manual.

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