Garmin GPS MAP
3006C
The GPSMAP 3006C and GPSMAP 3010C launch Garmin into the world
of Marine networking, with plug-and-play systems that put GPS, weather, sonar,
radar, and other important data at boaters’ fingertips.
Both units are waterproof and feature a sunlight readable,
256-color, 640 x 480-pixel VGA display. The screen size for the GPSMAP 3006C is
6.4" diagonal. These multifunction displays (MFDs) are powered by a high-speed
processor and graphics controller for fast redraw of charts and weather
graphics. They communicate with the Garmin Marine Network through a 100-megabit
Garmin-proprietary ethernet-based network. The entire system is waterproof and
completely plug-and-play—the MFDs automatically detect any and all peripherals
once they’re connected. Boaters can connect a GPS antenna and one remote sensor
directly to the MFD. Or, with the addition of the GMS™ 10 Network Port Expander,
users can connect multiple MFDs and sensors to the same network. Each networked
MFD can be configured independently.
A unique feature to the Garmin Marine Network is the addition of
the GDL™ 30 weather data receiver. Through a partnership with XM WX Satellite
Weather, mariners can—for the first time—access real-time graphical weather data
for the United States directly on the GPSMAP 3010C or 3006C—without the need for
a separate PC interface. For those wanting more than 120 channels of XM
Satellite Radio along with weather data, Garmin also offers the GDL 30A—which
provides a unique audio-channel interface on the 3010C and 3006C that allows for
connection to an on-board stereo.
GPSMAP 3000 series products receive sonar data through the GSD
20, a proprietary "black box" sounder which offers 4,000 watts of peak-to-peak
power (500 watts RMS) in a dual-frequency transducer. The Garmin Marine Network
will be compatible with Garmin's new marine radar that is expected for the 2005
marine season. More information on the radar should be available in late
2004.
The Garmin Marine Network also offers a unique network upgrade
system. The user simply prompts the MFD to read the current software version of
all components within the network, and writes them onto a Garmin data card. Then
the user uploads this data via a PC to the Garmin website, where the newest
software versions are downloaded to the data card. The entire system is
automatically updated once the card is re-inserted into the MFD.
Expected Availability (U.S. version):
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GPSMAP 3006C Suggested Retail Price:
$2285.70 U.S.D. (for
domestic US market only)
GPSMAP 3006C features
WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS sensor with 30 ft.
cable length
High-speed RISC processor and graphics controller for fast
screen redraw
Use individually or connect and control multiple displays and
sensors with built-in high-speed network
View weather overlays with optional
GDL 30/30A remote XM marine weather/audio satellite receiver
Add sonar with
optional GSD 20 remote sounder
10.25" W x 6.5" H x 3.25" D unit dimensions
Dual card slots; accepts data cards programmed with Garmin’s BlueChart®
cartography
6.4"-diagonal, color TFT, full VGA, sunlight-readable display
Weighs approximately 3.0 lbs.
Backlit display and keypad
Permanent
user data storage; no memory battery required
Two composite video inputs for
on-board cameras; 1 VGA PC monitor video output
Three data ports allow for
NMEA 0183 and proprietary Garmin
Navigation voice prompts (future software
update required) with optional speaker
Remote operation using optional
Garmin infrared remote control
Water resistant; meets IEC 60529 IPX7
standards
Built-in worldwide basemap showing cities, interstates, coastline
detail and U.S. tide stations
Compatible with Garmin’s BlueChart marine
cartography and most MapSource products, including Fishing Hot Spots and
MetroGuide®
4000 user waypoints with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible
routes with 300 waypoints/route
10,000 point automatic track log; 15 saved
tracks let you retrace your path in both directions; 700 points/saved track
Position formats include Lat/Lon, UTM, Loran TDs, Maidenhead, MGRS; and user
grid
Audible alarms for anchor drag, arrival, off-course, shallow water,
deep water, proximity waypoint, clock, and battery
Large-numbers option for
easy viewing
Course and speed filtering
Built-in celestial tables for
sun and moon calculations
Multiple languages (future software update
required)