For boaters and watersports enthusiasts who want to run with the best, the
rugged GPSMAP 78sc includes preloaded U.S. coastal charts and features a 3-axis
compass, barometric altimeter, crisp color mapping, a high-sensitivity receiver,
new molded rubber side grips, plus a microSD™ card slot for loading additional
maps. And it floats!
Explore Coastal Waters
GPSMAP 78sc comes with built-in BlueChart® g2 coastal charts and a worldwide
basemap with imagery — perfect for all your outdoor pursuits. Map detail
includes shorelines, depth contours, navaids, harbors, marinas and more for the
U.S. and Bahamas. And, like the rest of the 78-series, 78sc is water resistant
(IPX7) and even floats in water.
Get Your Bearings
GPSMAP 78sc 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 pinpoint 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.
Share Wirelessly
With GPSMAP 78sc you can share your waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches
wirelessly with other compatible device users. Now you can send the location of
your favorite fishing spot to a friend to find. Sharing data is easy. Just press
“send” to transfer your information to similar units.
Keep Your Fix
With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and HotFix™ satellite
prediction, GPSMAP 78sc 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 GPSMAP 78sc to help you find your way when you need it the
most.
Add Maps
Adding more maps is easy with our wide array of detailed marine, topographic and
road maps, available on microSD card. Conveniently plug in BlueChart® g2
preloaded cards 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 water resistant battery compartment, so you don't have to
worry about getting it wet. GPSMAP 78sc also supports BirdsEye™ Satellite
Imagery (subscription required), that lets you download satellite images to your
device and integrate them with your maps. In addition, the 78sc is compatible
with Custom Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into
downloadable maps for your device.
Get Connected
You've been busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your
activities. With a simple connection to your computer and to the Internet, you
can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor
device using Garmin Connect™. This one-stop site offers an activity table and
allows you to view your activities on a map using Google™ Earth. Explore other
routes uploaded by millions of Garmin Connect users and share your experiences
on Twitter® and Facebook®. Getting started is easy, so get out there, explore
and share.
Find Fun
GPSMAP 78sc 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 improving efficiency. GPSMAP 78sc stores and displays key
information, including location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions,
which means no more manually entering coordinates and paper printouts. Simply
upload the GPX file to your unit and start hunting for caches. Slim and
lightweight, 78sc is the perfect companion for all your outdoor pursuits.
General
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Physical dimensions |
2.6" x 6.0" x 1.2" (6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm) |
Weight |
7.7 oz (218.3 g) with batteries |
Water rating |
IPX7 |
Battery |
2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
Display type |
transflective, 65-K color TFT |
Display size |
1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm) |
Display resolution |
160 x 240 pixels |
Battery life |
20 hours |
Memory/History |
1.7 GB |
High-sensitivity receiver |
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Interface |
high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
Maps & Memory
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Ability to add maps |
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Basemap |
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Storage and Power Capacity |
microSD™ card (not included) |
Waypoints/favorites/locations |
2000 |
Routes |
200 |
Track log |
10,000 points, 200 saved tracks |
Preloaded maps |
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Sensors
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Barometric altimeter |
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Compass |
Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
Outdoor Recreation Features
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Area calculation |
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Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) |
Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
Geocaching-friendly |
Yes (Paperless) |
Custom maps compatible |
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Hunt/fish calendar |
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Sun and moon information |
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Picture viewer |
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Garmin Connect™
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Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize
and share data) Yes |
in the box
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GPSMAP 78sc
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Wrist strap
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USB cable
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Manual
Manual Name |
Revision |
Revision Date |
Part Number |
Action |
Owner's Manual |
E |
Jun 2013 |
190-01165-00 |
Download |
Quick Start Manual |
B |
May 2010 |
190-01165-01 |
Download |
Important Safety and Product Information |
H |
Apr 2017 |
190-00720-24 |
Download |