GPS 73 Handheld Navigator

Easy-to-use handheld navigator with high-sensitivity GPS receiver marks and stores 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks so you can navigate right back to them again. The SailAssist feature for GPS 73 includes virtual starting line, heading line, countdown timers, speed history and tack assist. This is the perfect navigational solution for power boats, sailboats or small watercraft that don’t have a chartplotter. It’s also ideal as an important emergency navigation backup for all vessels. It even floats! Provides sunrise/sunset times, estimated time of arrival, man overboard (MOB), marine alarms and marine data. Screen and keys feature a built-in backlight, making its high-contrast display easy to read in all lighting conditions. Includes NMEA 0183 support and over 18 hours of battery life with 2 AA batteries (sold separately).
• Sailassist - Includes several sailing features such as virtual starting line, countdown timers, speed history and tack assist.
• Long Battery Life - The handheld can operate for 18+ hours on 2 AA batteries (not included).
• New Marine Features - Offers marine features such as MOB, marine alarms (off course, anchor drag, etc.), route planning and navigation. It also provides outdoor features such as geocaching, area calculations and more.
• Easy To Use - Intuitive user interface with dedicated backlit buttons for quick and easy operation.
• High-Sensitivity - GPS Reliable, accurate and easy-to-use waypoint and route navigation. GPS position and heading are updated every second.
• It Floats! - With an IPX7 water rating, it can withstand incidental exposure to water of up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.
• High-Contrast Monochrome Display - High-contrast, sunlight-readable display with built-in backlight makes it easy to read the screen in all lighting conditions.
• User Data Storage - Stores up to 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks that help you get back to your favorite spots.
• Homeport - Using a USB cable, connect the handheld to a computer and utilize the free HomePort trip planning software to plan upcoming routes, as well as back up and store user data from the handheld.
• The NMEA 0183 interface allows the handheld to output GPS data to other devices while also allowing the device to receive data such as water depth.