GPS 12XL

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Overview
When your idea of an outdoor adventure means getting way off the beaten path, you demand the most of yourself and your equipment. And when the time comes to head back to civilization, you'll enjoy the peace of mind that the Garmin GPS 12XL has to offer. The GPS 12XL is all about performance. It features a 12 parallel channel receiver for fast satellite acquisition and tight satellite lock - even under tree cover. More than just an ultra-reliable receiver, the GPS 12XL is loaded with navigation information including 106 map datums and 7 grid formats, plus advanced orienteering features like user datum/UTM/and user grid formats to define your own map parameters. Store your position as one of 500 waypoints or add it to any of 20 routes. The proximity waypoint feature gives advanced warning of nearby hazards, while the position averaging function helps get the best fix possible. Packed in a rugged case to handle tough conditions, the GPS 12XL uses an ergonomic rocker keypad for easy one-hand operation and features a user-friendly operating system to keep you on the move instead of pushing buttons. Four AA batteries provide up to 24 hours of use, and a variety of accessories can be added like an external antenna and mounting bracket. With the GPS 12XL, getting there won't be half the battle - it'll be half the fun.
Waypoints: Total: 500 Nearest: 9 (automatic) Proximity: 9 Routes: 20 reversible routes with up to 30 waypoints each, plus MOB and TracBack modes TracBack: Automatic track log navigation with 1024 track log points Map Datums: Over 106 including a User Datum Coordinates: Lat/Lon, UTM/UPS, MGRS, Loran TDs, plus 7 grids, including Maidenhead and User Grid
Specifications
Part Numbers	010-00138-00, 010-00138-02 (Europe Pt DB), 010-00138-05 (S.Pacific City Pt DB)
Unit Dimensions	2.1" x 5.8" x 1.2" (5.3 cm x 14.7 cm x 3.1 cm)
Display Size	1.5" x 2.2" (3.8 cm x 5.6 cm), 2.6" Diag (6.6 cm)
Display Resolution	64 x 100
Display Type	4 level gray high-contrast backlit LCD
Weight	9.5 oz (269 g) with batteries
Battery Type	AA x 4
Battery Life	24 hours (Power Saver mode)
Operating Temperature	5° F to 158° F (-15° C to 70° C)
Waterproof	IPX7
Floats	No
Interface	Serial NMEA 0183
GPS Receiver	Differential-ready PhaseTrac12
GPS Antenna	Internal Patch
External GPS Antenna	Yes (MCX)
GPS Constellations	GPS
GPS Position Accuracy (95%)	< 15 meters (GPS), < 5 meters (DGPS)
GPS Velocity Accuracy	0.1 knot RMS steady state
GPS Hot Start	< 5 seconds
GPS Warm Start	< 15 seconds
GPS Cold Start	< 45 seconds
GPS Update Rate	1 / second, continuous
Altimeter	GPS
Barometer	No
Compass	GPS
Routes	20 (30 points per route)
Tracks	No
Waypoints	500
Outdoor GPS Games	No
Almanac Information	Yes (Sunrise/Sunset)
Area Calculation	Yes
Point-to-Point Navigation	Yes
On Road Navigation	No
MOB	Yes
TracBack	Yes
Trip Info	Yes
Track Log	Yes (1,024 points)
Internal Memory	1 MB
Expandable Memory	No
Pre Loaded POIs	No
Can Add POIs	No
Pre Loaded Maps	Yes (City Point Database)
Can Add Maps	No
Documents
GPS 12XL Owners Manual (software 2.00 - 3.62)
GPS 12XL Owners Manual (software 4.00 onward)
GPS 12XL Owners Manual Addendum
GPS 12XL Introduction
GPS 12 Series Brochure
An Introduction to using Garmin GPSr with paper maps
Update History
4.60
Note: This software is only compatible with the following previous versions: 4.00 - 4.57. Updated French translations.
4.58
When receiving a waypoint from NMEA input, initializes the waypoint symbol to a simple dot. Updated magnetic variation tables based on the new IGRF 2000 model. Corrected Loran TD position format secondary station 'W - Whisky' for chain number GRI-9960.
4.57
Enhanced unit battery life with Power Saver mode. Added track area calculation feature.
3.53
Note: This software is only compatible with the following previous versions: 3.50 - 3.52. Corrects a problem which may cause the unit to erroneously turn itself off.