{"product_id":"garmin-gps-73-international-navigateur-portable-marine","title":"GPS 73 - Portable marine GPS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    Designed for marine navigation and outdoor activities, the \u003cstrong\u003eGarmin GPS 73, International\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-sensitivity handheld GPS navigator. It serves as a reliable solution for users seeking a standalone positioning and guidance tool, complementary to fixed navigation systems or ideal for small boats and specific uses such as regattas.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAccurate and Robust Navigation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The GPS 73 features a high-sensitivity GPS receiver compatible with WAAS, enabling fast signal acquisition (approximately 15 seconds warm, 45 seconds cold) and precise position maintenance, even in demanding environments. Its RMS accuracy is less than 15 meters, and differential accuracy (WAAS) is less than 3 meters. The device is compact, with dimensions of 6.6 x 15.2 x 3.0 cm and a weight of 203.1 g with batteries. It is designed to float and has an IPX7 waterproof rating, resisting accidental immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. Powered by two AA batteries (not included), it offers up to 18 hours of battery life, making it suitable for extended outings. The monochrome LCD screen with 4-level grayscale backlight, 6.6 cm diagonal (128 x 160 pixels), ensures clear information display, complemented by backlit buttons for use in all lighting conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecific Marine Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eGarmin GPS 73\u003c\/strong\u003e includes SailAssist functions, tailored for regattas. These include a virtual starting line, heading line, countdowns, and tack assistance to help determine the optimal moment to tack based on the boat's ideal tacking angle. It also provides essential marine data such as sunrise\/sunset times and estimated time of arrival (ETA). The device can store up to 1,000 waypoints, 50 reversible routes, and 100 tracks with 10,000 data points, offering sufficient capacity for route planning and recording. It includes pre-set profiles for different activities (Powerboat, Sailing, Fishing, Outdoor, Geocaching) and the ability to create custom profiles, adapting the display and settings to the use case.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnectivity and Versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The GPS 73 is equipped with serial and USB interfaces, allowing it to connect to other marine devices via NMEA 0183 compatibility or transfer data to a computer. It also integrates celestial data such as a hunting\/fishing calendar and sun\/moon information. Unlike more advanced multifunction chartplotters like Garmin’s ECHOMAP or GPSMAP series, or B\u0026G Zeus³S displays, the GPS 73 focuses on pure GPS navigation. It does not offer detailed cartographic capabilities or sonar\/radar integration, but its simplicity, price, and dedicated functions make it an excellent choice for sailors seeking a basic navigation device, a backup system, or a tool for specific marine activities.","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55967479234900,"sku":"010-01504-00","price":160.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/3274\/4788\/files\/01_29c2f2b0-c51a-4640-972b-c36d6f85acee.jpg?v=1780427866","url":"https:\/\/skysat.fr\/en-us\/products\/garmin-gps-73-international-handheld-marine-gps-navigator-1","provider":"Skysat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}