Garmin 010-01772-00 Foretrex 601, 2 inches
September 27, 2018 - Comment
Explore the world hands free with the durable Foretrex 601 wrist-mounted GPS navigator built to military standards (MIL-STD-810G). Keep your bearings nearly anywhere with GPS, GLONASS and Galileo satellite systems, which provide accurate positioning. Includes built-in 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass and a barometric altimeter. Explore longer -battery life in navigation mode exceeds 48 hours and lasts up to 1 week in UltraTrac mode. Stay connected with smart notifications -such as texts, emails and alerts -that appear right on your wrist. Other connected features include automatic uploads to the Garmin Connect online fitness community.
Product Features
- Durable, constructed to military standards (MIL-STD-810G); night vision goggle compatible
- Works with GPS, GLONASS and galileo satellite systems to provide accurate positioning
- Know where you are with navigation sensors, including 3-axis Accelerometer, 3-axis compass and a Barometric altimeter; smart notifications¹ allow your Device to receive emails, texts and alerts
- Battery life exceeds 48 hours in navigation mode, up to 1 week in UltraTrac mode and up to 1 month in watch mode
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