Garmin Vista Cx GPS Receiver User Manual


 
APPENDIX
Specifications
Physical
Size: 4.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.2" D
Weight: 5.6 ounces (159 g) with batteries installed.
Display: 1.3" W x 1.7" H, 256-color, high resolution,
transreflective TFT(176 x 220 pixels) Backlit.
Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529,
IPX7
Temp Range: 5 to 158
o
F (-15 to 70
o
C)*
*The temperature rating of the Vista Cx may exceed the usable range of some
batteries. Some batteries can rupture at high temperatures.
Performance
Receiver: WAAS enabled
Acquisition Times:
Approx. 15 seconds (warm start)
Approx. 45 seconds (cold start)
Approx. 2 minutes (AutoLocate
)
Update Rate: 1/second, continuous
Antenna: Built-in patch
Compass: Accuracy; +/- 5 degrees
*
, resolution; 1 degree
Altimeter: Accuracy; +/- 10 feet*, resolution; 1 ft.
*Subject to proper user calibration.
Power
Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, 12 V DC Adapter
Cable, or PC/USB Adapter
Battery Life: Up to 32 hours (typical use)*
*Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as the
temperature decreases. Use Lithium batteries when operating the Vista Cx in
below-freezing conditions. Extensive use of screen backlighting, electronic
compass, and audible tones significantly reduce battery life.
Accuracy
GPS: <15 meters (33 feet) 95% typical*
*Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD
imposed Selective Availability (SA) Program when activated.
DGPS: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet) 95% typical*
*
WAAS accuracy in North America.
Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state
Interfaces: Garmin Proprietary (USB)
Data Storage Life: Indefinite; no memory battery required
Map Storage: Dependant on the formatted capacity of
the microSD Card.
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