Earthmate PN-60

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Overview
Rugged, Reliable GPS with Maps and Aerial Imagery Included
The rugged, reliable Earthmate PN-60 delivers next-generation GPS capabilities, plus DeLorme's market-leading map and aerial imagery displays. DeLorme Topo North America desktop software and GPS maps are included, with comprehensive detail for all your favorite outdoor activities. Aerial imagery, nautical charts, and supplemental USGS and Canada topo maps are also available.
Navigate worry-free anywhere you go with the waterproof, impact-resistant PN-60w. Its high-end GPS features and unrivaled selection of included maps, aerial imagery, and boating charts are ideally suited for use on land or water. The PN-60w also enables 2-way satellite text messaging and interactive SOS when paired with a DeLorme inReach. No other GPS offers such a broad array of navigation and communication solutions.
Premium GPS features
Enjoy blazing-fast-performance with high-sensitivity 32-channel chipset and dual-core processor Daylight readable 65k color screen lets you read the PN-60 in any light conditions Determine direction while stationary with tilt-compensated 3-axis electronic compass Determine precise elevations with sensitive barometric altimeter Save waypoints and tracks as .gpx files, to internal memory or to SD cards, with no maximum limits Store all the maps and aerial imagery you need with 3.5 GB of internal memory and support for SD cards up to 32 GB Extend battery life with power management features
Navigation
Plan your trips and find your way with included Topo North America software and GPS maps for the U.S. and Canada - see below Use the free MapPack subscription to add official USGS and Canada government topo detail, U.S. aerial imagery, Enjoy WAAS-enabled accuracy to within 10 ft. View cutaway elevation profiles with your position pinpointed Generate road and trail routes automatically on the included Topo North America software for transfer to the PN-60 Use PN-60 onboard routing function to create "on the fly" road routes
Communication (PN-60w)
Take advantage of 2-way satellite text messaging when there's no cell phone coverage or in lieu of bringing your cell phone into rugged environments With delivery confirmation, you'll never have to wonder if your message was received Send descriptive, interactive SOS messages so responders can prepare accordingly; maintain communication with Response Center for mutual updates Enable remote tracking, letting anyone you designate follow your travels online Stay connected wherever you go on land or water, from pole to pole Communication enabled when PN-60w is paired with DeLorme inReach; communication features require subscription
Topo North America 9.0 Included
Plan the Perfect Outdoor Experience - Anywhere in the U.S. and Canada
The PN-60 includes Topo North America GPS maps and PC desktop software. The latter is an exceptionally full-featured travel planning, routing, and GPS resource. Create customized maps with road and trail routes, and navigate worry-free in your vehicle, on foot, or on the water, anywhere from the Yukon to the Rio Grande.
Use Topo North America to scout your trips as if you were there, with realistic 3-D and 360-degree rotation Locate places of interest, create driving and hiking routes, identify public lands, import maps and imagery Create road and trail routes automatically Use the draw tools to add waypoints and tracks to the maps Import geocaches, including Pocket Queries, from geocaching.com Easily exchange GPS files (routes, waypoints, geocaches, and tracks) with the PN-60 Import collected tracks into Topo North America as routable roads or trails Manage and edit your collected GPS files Print maps for take-along reference
Trust the Latest Map Detail
Trails from U.S. national forest database and other sources U.S. and Canada streets, highways, and back roads U.S. and Canada places of interest - attractions, restaurants, lodgings, and businesses of all kinds U.S. public lands including BLM Topographic detail, with shaded relief and elevation contour intervals as close as 20 ft.
Key Features:
Intuitive icon-based user interface for easy on-device navigation Elevation profile cutaway views that pinpoint the user’s position 3.5 GB of user-available Flash memory GPX support for improved waypoint, track, and geocache file management   No maximum limitations on the quantities of each that can be saved to internal memory In addition, all can be saved to and retrieved from SD cards Tracks can hold 20,000 points; you can edit track settings to (upon hitting 20,000 points) automatically save the active track and start another; overwrite the existing track points (oldest first); or stop track recording entirely Holds 100 routes Power Management System optimizes battery performance Sleep When Stationary - puts device in "doze mode" if no movement is detected for 60 seconds Stealth Mode - mutes all audible alerts, turns off backlight Button Lock option - prevents unwanted device activation or data input
Powerful GPS Performance Features
High-sensitivity 32-channel STMicroelectronics Cartesio chipset and DeLorme ConstantLock for quick satellite acquisition and reliable signal retention DeLorme predictive GPS calculates satellite positions for near instantaneous acquisition Dual-core processor for near-instananeous map and imagery screen renderings 3-axis electronic compass performs when held in any position, lets you determine direction while standing still Sensitive barometric altimeter for highly-accurate reliable altitude readings 65K bright-color TFT screen for clarity in any light conditions On-device road routing Support for SD cards up to 32 GB Support for paperless geocaching
The Most Comprehensive GPS Detail Available
On-device data layering lets you see your GPS location with the advantage of numerous map and imagery choices. Switch among them to gain a comprehensive view of where you are - it’s revolutionary and provides a level of geographic detail unavailable on any other handheld GPS. Layer all these map and imagery options on your PN-60 and always have the right detail for any activity, wherever you go in the world. PN-Series receivers also display market-leading Navionics lake maps and marine charts (no set-up required, sold separately on SD cards).
Complete Detailed U.S. and Canada Topographic and Street Maps (included with all PN-Series GPS purchases)
Detailed vector-based maps created from the USGS topographic data and the latest DeLorme U.S. street and trail network U.S. land cover including wetlands, forests, mountains, glaciers, grasslands, rock cover & more Bodies of water, including minor lakes and streams
USGS Topographic Maps
Authentic U.S. Geological Survey 1:24,000 (7.5-min.) topo quads, scanned into a seamless database See roads, trails, locations of buildings, natural landmarks, and an endless variety of physical features Complete U.S. coverage
Canada Topographic Maps
Official Natural Resources Canada data Topographic contour lines, bodies of water, roads and trails, also significant buildings, historic sites, and other manmade features in urban areas. 1:50.000 scale Coverage for most of Canada
Color Aerial Imagery
Two-meter resolution for the entire U.S. One-meter resolution for selected cities and surrounding areas
NOAA Nautical Charts
The complete set of U.S. waterway charts available, including coastlines, Great Lakes, Alaska, Hawaii, many navigable rivers Detail includes aids to navigation, water depths, water body names, hazards, and more
Effortless Track, Waypoint, and Route Management Details
A green arrow shows your location on the screen map, and points in your direction of travel. For screen orientation, you can select north up, course up, or heading up. The PN-60 will automatically collect a track as you travel. You can save the collected track, use it to create a route, and (when you’re back home) convert it to a routable road or trail within Topo North America. Create waypoints with the click of a button, select from a vast menu of symbol options for the appropriate icon and add descriptive comments. With the PN-60's search capability, you can locate cities and towns, roads, trails, natural features, points of interest including businesses, restaurants, campgrounds, and much more; any search result can be saved as a waypoint. Create road routes or direct point-to-point routes on the device, or easily import road or trail routes from Topo North America. When navigating on a route, the PN-60 emits audible turn alerts (your choice of numerous sounds - ring, beep, whistle, etc.).
Customize the PN-60 to Meet Your Needs
You can customize the PN-60's Information Page for your trip so that everything you want to know is all on one screen:   Time or distance to next turn or finish (if navigating on a route) Distance traveled (odometer) Trip time Speed Battery life, GPS accuracy Also create custom set-ups for quick access to the PN-60 screens and features you want for your favorite activities and much more!
New Custom Controls Put You in Charge
Button Locking - prevents accidental unit activation or data input (enabled using the Power button) Stealth Mode - enforces sound and light discipline Power-Saving Mode - increases battery life 2x, ideal for use when packing the device for occasional check-ins but not steady usage Low-Level Nighttime Illumination - enhances light discipline in theater operations Project waypoints - "Look ahead" feature for sighting downrange
DeLorme Topo North America 9.0 Details
Map Detail Includes:
Comprehensive street and topographic coverage for the U.S. and Canada Land cover Lakes and streams Updated U.S. trails U.S. state and national parks and forests Boat ramps, campgrounds, hunting and fishing spots, unique natural features Over 4 million U.S. and Canada places of interest Gazetteer point data descriptions from DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteer series (U.S.) Mexico main roads
Desktop Mapping and GPS Features:
Automatic road and trail routing Easy GPX file exchanges with PN-60w (waypoints, tracks, routes, geocaches) Convert imported tracks to routable roads or trails Realistic 3-D terrain views with flyovers Highly-defined shaded relief Contour lines with elevation numbers Split screen integration with aerial imagery, USGS and Canada topos, NOAA nautical charts, and more Use draw tools to add waypoints and tracks for upload to PN-60 Paperless geocaching, Pocket Query imports In-vehicle, run Topo North America 9.0 on laptop PC connected to PN-60 or other Earthmate GPS for voice-guided navigation Versatile print features - create handy take-along reference maps for in-vehicle, on the water, or in the field.
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Specifications
Part Number	AE-8188-201 (PN-60), AE-8231-201 (PN-60w), AE-8242-201 (PN-60 Military Edition)
Unit Dimensions	2.43" x 5.25" x 1.50" (6.2 cm x 13.3 cm x 3.8 cm)
Display Size	1.38" x 1.75" (3.5 cm x 4.4 cm), 2.2" (5.6 cm) diagonal
Display Resolution	176 x 220
Display Type	65K Color Transflective TFT
Weight	5.35 oz (152 g) without batteries
Battery Type	AA x 2 or Rechargeable Li-Ion
Battery Life	29 hours (Lithium AA), 17 hours (Alkaline AA), 13 hours (1400 mAh Rechargeable Li-ion)
Battery Life (Power Save)	50 hours (Lithium AA), 30 hours (Alkaline AA), 21 hours (1400 mAh Rechargeable Li-ion)
Sleep When Stationary Mode	Yes
Stealth Mode	Yes
Button Lock	Yes
Operating Temperature	-4° F to 167° F (-20° C to 75° C)
Storage Temperature	-49° F to 212° F (-45° C to 100° C)
Impact Resistance	MIL STD 810F
Waterproof	IPX7
Floats	No
Interface	Proprietary 8-pin USB cable
Dual-Core Processor	Yes
GPS Receiver	STM Cartesio (32 Channel) with ContantLock satellite retention and predictive GPS
GPS Antenna	Patch
GPS Constellations	GPS + WAAS
GPS Kalman Filter	Yes
GPS Position Accuracy (95%)	< 15 meters (GPS),  < 3 meters (WAAS)
GPS Velocity Accuracy	0.05 meter / second steady state
GPS Hot Start	5 - 6 seconds
GPS Warm Start	< 45 seconds
GPS Cold Start	< 60 seconds
GPS Update Rate	1 / second, continuous
Pairs With SPOT / inReach	Yes (PN-60w)
Two-Way Global SOS	Yes (PN-60w + inReach)
Two-Way Text Messaging	Yes (PN-60w + inReach)
Message Size	160 characters (PN-60w + inReach)
Message Delivery Confirmation	Yes (PN-60w + inReach)
GPS Tracking and Sharing	Yes (PN-60w + inReach)
Location Pinging	Yes (PN-60w + inReach)
Altimeter	Yes
Barometer	Yes
Compass	3D
Accelerometer	Yes
Routes	100
Tracks	Unlimited (20,000 points per track)
Waypoints / Geocaches	Unlimited (1,500 per GPX)
Almanac Information	Yes (Tides, Sun and Moon, Hunt and Fish)
Point-to-Point Navigation	Yes
On Road Navigation	Yes
Trip Info	Yes
Track Log	Yes
Internal Memory	2.85 GB (PN-60, PN-60w) 16 GB (PN-60wSE)
Expandable Memory	SD card (max 32 GB)
Pre Loaded Base Map	Yes (detailed highway-level worldwide basemap)
Can Add Maps	Yes
Documents
Earthmate PN-60 Quick Start Guide
Earthmate PN-60 User Manual
Earthmate PN-Series Quick Start Guide
Earthmate PN-Series User Manual (update 2.6)
SPOT Satellite Communicator for Earthmate PN-60w User Manual
Earthmate PN-60w with SPOT Satellite Communicator Fact Sheet
Earthmate PN-Series Features
Compare Earthmate PN-60 vs PN-60w
Compare Earthmate PN-40 vs PN-60 vs PN-60w
Media
24JUN09 - Earthmate PN-Series Now Support Navionics Lake and Marine Charts
24JUN09 - Streamlined Geocaching for Earthmate PN-Series GPS with Cache Register Widget
06JAN10 - Earthmate PN-60w with SPOT Satellite Communicator
02JUN10 - Earthmate PN-60w Preview at Teva Mountain Games
23JUN10 - DigitalGlobe to Provide High-Resolution Earth Imagery for Handheld GPS Devices
03AUG10 - DeLorme Unveils New GPS Lineup and Topo North America 9.0
Update History
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3.7 (14NOV18) (PN-60 / PN-60w)
Corrects the issue with the PN-60 showing the incorrect date and time. Note: This update is provided as a courtesy by Garmin and should be considered beta firmware. Other than the directions given below no technical support will be given for any issues that may occur due to its installation. Given the beta status of this firmware, it is possible that your device may be inoperable following installation.
3.6 (05DEC13) (PN-60 / PN-60w)
SOS countdown counts the correct number of seconds. On the Track page, the Track by Distance setting is now retained. Some display issues when composing an inReach message and receiving one concurrently no longer appear. Time for creating a route has been reduced. A number of improvements for how the map is displayed including: Increased speed when viewing lines that are labeled. Raster maps drawing correctly when the map is rotated (orientation other than North up). Turn arrows on the Directions page should be pointing in the correct direction now.
3.4 (15JUN12) (PN-60 / PN-60w)
inReach - Unread message count is now displayed on the Map page. inReach - Date stamp on reference points sent is now the message date, not the reference point date. inReach - Messages now show time sent, not time received. inReach - History can now be exported. inReach - Track and message icons display with the point of the icon on the location. Improvements to default layering for NOAA charts. Speeds above 335 MPH are encoded correctly. Multiple minor bug fixes.
3.3 (14NOV11) (PN-60 / PN-60w)
Updated the Tides page. Added Apple OS X Lion Support. Corrected possible issue with GPX file import from the PN-60. Added inReach Support.
3.1 (14JAN11) (PN-60 / PN-60w)
Corrects an occasional issue where the device would not properly maintain time after being powered off.