Manufacturer Description

GPSMAP® 276Cx All-terrain GPS Navigator
  • Internal antenna with GPS and GLONASS satellite reception for tracking in more challenging environments than GPS alone; for better reception in vehicle interiors add an external antenna (sold separately) to the built-in MCX connector
  • Built-in worldwide basemap and free 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription
  • Supports Garmin TOPO maps, Garmin HuntView™ maps, BlueChart® g2 HD marine charts and more
  • Supports Active Weather forecasts and animated weather tracking
  • Pairs with your compatible smartphone¹ for automatic uploads, smart notifications and more

If you’re a jack-of-all-trades, you need a GPS navigator that’s as versatile as you are. Take a look at the GPSMAP 276Cx. With a large 5-inch display, versatile cartography, connected features and flexible power options, it has the capability to function the best way for you.

The Mapping You Want

Almost anywhere you want to go, GPSMAP 276Cx has a compatible map to take you there. It comes preloaded with worldwide basemap and includes a free 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription. It also supports a variety of other mapping options such as Garmin TOPO maps, Garmin HuntView™ maps, BlueChart® g2 HD marine charts, turn-by-turn directions on City Navigator® NT, Garmin Custom Maps, raster maps and vector maps.

The Connected Navigator

In addition to GPS and GLONASS reception, GPSMAP 276Cx is ANT+® compatible for the integration of external sensors like the tempe™ ambient temperature sensor. You can even connect it to Wi-Fi® for over-the-air updates and Garmin Connect™ database syncs. Pair with your compatible mobile device¹ for additional features like LiveTrack and smart notifications¹.

Tough and Ready

GPSMAP 276Cx was designed for your rugged lifestyle. You’ll navigate with confidence by seeing clearly on the large 5-inch sunlight-readable screen. The navigator’s flexible mounting lets you keep the device exactly where you need it. Operate GPSMAP 276Cx with its reliable push-button controls that resist dirt, dust and grit, and best of all –– keep all your maps on hand with 8 GB of internal memory, expandable by a microSD™ card (sold separately).

More Power Options

Get peace of mind knowing that the GPSMAP 276Cx GPS navigator is going to be ready when you need it, now that there are more ways to power your device. It features in-unit charging with an included lithium-ion battery pack and even has the ability to use standard AA batteries.

What's Included In The Box?

The Garmin GPSMAP 276Cx ships with the following items included:
  • GPSMAP 276Cx
  • 1 year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription¹
  • AMPS powered mounting bracket with marine bail mount
  • Lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack
  • USB cable
  • AC charger
  • Quickstart Guide

Features and Tips

Here is a list of 

GPSMAP 276Cx features

, along with a few user tips.

Physical & Performance
  • Physical dimensions: 7.5" x 3.7" x 1.7" (191.5 x 94.5 x 44.0 cm)
  • Display size, WxH: 5.0" (127.0 mm) diagonal
  • Display resolution, WxH: 800 x 480 pixels
  • Display type: bright, sunlight readable WVGA display
  • Weight: 15.9 oz (450 g) with included rechargeable pack; 14.6 oz (415 g) with AA batteries (not included)
  • Battery: rechargeable lithium-ion (included) or 3 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended
  • Battery life: up to 16 hours (lithium-ion); up to 8 hours (AA batteries)
  • Water rating: IPX7
  • High-sensitivity receiver: yes
  • Interface: high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible
  • Camera: no
  • Barometric altimeter: yes
  • Electronic compass: Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis)
  • Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units): yes
Maps & Memory
  • Basemap: yes
  • Ability to add maps: yes
  • Built-in memory: 8 GB (6 GB available to use)
  • Accepts data cards: microSD™ card (not included)
  • Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest: yes
  • Waypoints/favorites/locations: 10,000
  • Routes: 250
  • Track log: 20,000 points, 250 saved tracks
Outdoor Features
  • Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
  • Custom maps compatible: yes
  • Hunt/fish calendar: yes
  • Sun and moon information: yes
  • Tide tables: yes
Garmin Connect™
  • Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data): yes
Additional
  • Map segments: 15,000
  • Wi-Fi: yes
  • ANT+: yes
  • Bluetooth: yes
  • Active weather: yes

Specifications

 General
1. Unit dimensions, WxHxD:7.5 in x 3.7 in x 1.7 in (191.5 x 94.5 x 44.0 mm)
2. Display size, WxH:5.0 in (127.0 mm) diagonal
3. Display resolution, WxH:800 x 480 pixels
4. Display type:bright, sunlight readable WVGA display
5. Weight:15.9 oz (450 g)
6. Battery:Rechargeable lithium-ion (included) or 3 AA batteries
7. Battery life:Up to 17 hours (Lithium-ion battery)
8. Waterproof:Yes (IPX7)
9. GPS-enabled:✔
10. Floats:✘
11. High-sensitivity receiver:✔
12. PC interface:High-speed USB/NMEA
13. RoHS version available:✘
14. Preloaded maps:Basemap
15. Ability to add maps:✔
16. Street Map Compatible:✔
17. Topographic Map Compatible:✔
18. Marine Software Compatible:✔
19. Bluechart g2 Map Compatible:✔
20. Built-in memory:8 GB
21. Accepts data cards:microSD data card
22. Waypoints/favorites/locations:10000
23. Touchscreen:✘
24. Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data):✔
25. Custom Maps Compatible✔
 Automotive
26. Routes:250
27. Basemap:✔
28. Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):✘
29. Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.") :✘
30. Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands):✘
31. 3D map view:✔
32. Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads):✔
33. Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route):✘
34. Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation):✘
35. Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road):✘
36. Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.):✘
37. Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest):✔
38. Hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology:✘
39. FM traffic compatible:✘
40. XM® Navtraffic (includes basic weather) & Radio for U.S. compatible:✘
41. MSN® Direct for U.S. compatible:✘
42. Where Am I? feature (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection):✘
43. Car locator feature (marks position when removed from windshield mount):✘
44. MP3 player:✘
45. Audio book player:✘
46. Picture viewer:✘
47. Configurable vehicle icons (select car-shaped icons for map navigation):✘
48. World travel clock, currency & measurement converter, calculator:✘
49. Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard layout):✘
50. Antenna Type:Internal
51. Remote control:✘
52. FM transmitter:✘
53. Headphone jack/audio line-out:✘
54. Audio/video input/output:✘
55. Dead reckoning:✘
56. Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature):✘
57. Automotive-friendly:✘
58. Motorcycle-friendly:✘
59. Lane Assist✘
60. Data Services with Bluetooth Technology✔
61. Speed Limit Indicator✘
62. Lifetime Traffic✘
63. Lifetime Maps Included✘
64. trafficTrends (calculates routes from predicted traffic flow)✘
65. myTrends (predicts routes from user's navigation behavior)✘
66. Garmin nuLink! Services (accurate real-time travel data)✘
67. Multimode (switches modes to drive, hike, bike or boat)✘
68. Garmin Garage vehicles compatible (download car icons)✘
69. Garmin Garage voices compatible (download custom voices)✘
70. Trucking-friendly✘
 Outdoor
71. Track log:20,000 points, 250 saved tracks Display
72. Electronic compass:Yes (3-axis)
73. Barometric altimeter:✔
74. Hunt/fish calendar:✔
75. Sun and moon information:✔
76. Tide tables:✔
77. Area calculation:✘
78. Geocaching mode:✘
79. Outdoor GPS games:✘
80. Unit-to-unit transfer (shares data wirelessly with similar units):✔
81. Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos)✘
82. Geocaching-friendly✘