Re: [Paddlewise] Garmin 12CX

"Try before you buy." I have not used one, but I have received some
input from folks in Europe, where it has been available for some time.
All of this is second hand, so take it with a grain of salt.  First, I
have heard that the screen of the 12CX is more difficult to read at an
angle (when compared to the monochrome display). I have also heard that
the battery life is overstated.  The unit gets "up to" 36 hours on a set
of alkalines, because they have reimplemented some sort of battery
saving mode, the effectiveness of which is highly variable. (It works
better if you stop frequently--with constant motion there is little
savings.)  While the screen is supposed to be easier to read in direct
sunlight than other color displays, I have heard that it is *not* easier
to read than the monochrome display. The unit also has a reduced
temperature range (on the upper end) which could be a problem if you are
using it direct sunlight on a dark surface in Florida.  On the positive
side, it has zoom-in, zoom-out buttons (which the 12XL lacks), and an
improved graphical interface for working with the waypoint list (it uses
a tab system).  I believe that it also holds 1000 waypoints (as opposed
to the 500 of the 12XL). And you *may* get additional battery life.

All of the above is unconfirmed.  Let me know what you think if you have
a chance to use one.

Dan Hagen

Bob Denton wrote:

> American Airlines stole my 12Xl and I am considering the CX as a
> replacement. Any one have any experience with the CX? The colors are
> supposed to make it easier to read in bright sunlight and they claim a
> 36
> hour battery life.
>
> Thanks!
>
> cya
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