I would also really like to get a final call on which chipset and antennae-type gets the best reception. I ride under tree cover often and also hike in canyons as well as under tree cover so reception is obviously very important. You'll find this is pretty irrelevant, as both can hold a signal almost anywhere, including indoors in many buildings. It's a bit like saying I'm not buying a Porche because a Ferrari is slightly faster.
Hey, they're both easily fast enough for the job. To carry on the analogy, the old etrex range is like a Lada replace with US car that everyone ridicules. I live in the forest and walk in the mountains all the time. I have never lost a signal on my CSx in 18 months.
I had a old yellow eTrex before that and it barely ever got a signal in the forest. My track logs were a few dots and then a big gap. It had to go. I always wondered how double posts came about - and now I know. Sorry, the web site flipped out on me. Thanks a lot SidandBob for the reply. I am getting the gist that both are VERY good under dense coverage now I will inevitably be going on hikes where accurate distance data will be useful I upgraded my 60C for a Vista HCx, and for the money difference, couldnt be happier.
I like the smaller form factor, and I ordered the etrex case from Amazon and it appears that they are stocking the new cases that fit the HCx, so all in all I am a happy customer although I havnet been caching with it yet. For me the difference was size. It is easier to look inconspicuous with it and will fit in your pocket. The 60CSx is much larger but more rugged and better antenna if you are in the woods alot.
I ended up going with the Vista HCx because of size. Thanks for your thoughts people. It's positive to hear you are happy so far with your HCx also. I believe I will be going with the HCx as well. I just have to hope hope hope HOPE that the odometer issue will, in fact, be fixed with an update soon. I guess ultimatly it doesn't affect the primary function of the device Can anyone tell me how do these two units compare in terms of performance?
Is there really a difference in terms of processing hardware between the two units, or is it just me? Completely different hardware. The two chips seem to be similiar in performance, but few side-by-side comparrisons have been performed, and none that I've seen discussed refresh rate.
I suggest you check the settings to make sure the power saving mode is turned off on both units, and that the level of detail shown is comparable on both models apples to apples.
Glenn, you're talking about the GPS chipset, and about that I do know that both models have different electronics. I'm talking about the other hardware that makes the device But accordingly to what you said, one would expect that the Vista HCx would be faster than the 60 CSx. I suppose that in the end it's just my impression and this isn't really an issue. Nevertheless as soon as I get the opportunity I'll do a side by side comparison in order to clear this out.
I know it's been a month, but no one answered this question. For those who may care, the answer is that neither the 60CSx nor the Vista HCx will record barometric data while powered down. I didn't need it, but it's a shame for those who did that Garmin dropped the feature in newer models. You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.
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Recommended Posts. Posted July 16, edited. I have an old eTrex Vista and want to upgrade, but can't decide. Any thoughts? Link to comment. Posted July 16, Rhialto Posted July 16, Edited July 16, by Rhialto. You can run a side by side comparison at Garmin for features.
In terms of functionality, I don't think that there are any material differences. Posted July 17, Rhialto Posted July 17, GeoBobC Posted July 17, Posted July 18, edited. MediaTek Here are some comparement pics. Edited July 18, by freeday.
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Recommended Posts. Posted September 11, Link to comment. I have both a Vista Hcx and a 76Csx. As far as the ability to find caches, I find that they are both pretty much equivalent. I've had the Vista Hcx for about a year now and the 76Csx for about 2 years. Some days the 76Csx is more on target, some days the Vista Hcx gets me closer.
I find they both usually get me within feet on average. Posted September 12, Join the conversation You can post now and register later. Reply to this topic Go to topic listing. Sign In Sign Up. I just received my Vista HCx through Amazon. Let me try to help a little. I have the entire North East topo, and half of the country Icybus map on a 2G micro card with a little room to spare I think I am around 1.
Yeh, I think we're talking about different maps here. On that particular map it says, "Reduced price map updates are not available for these cards. If you want to update the maps, you must purchase a new card that includes the latest map data. Technically we're both right. They weren't sure, though. JBnW is correct. All maps were loaded from GPSFiledepot with no problems at all. Very detailed topos with a lot of POI's built in already. Cool, thanks. If I load "tens of thousands" of POIs on the SD card, am I getting only the cache page or are they plotted as locations in the map view as well?
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