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Garmin GPSMap 440 Chartplotter US Coast | 
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| Brand: Garmin
List Price: $642.85
Buy New: $606.98
You Save: $35.87 (6%)
Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 38405
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Tracks: 20
Native Resolution: 240 x 320
Display Size: 4
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.6
Dimensions (in): 16 x 10 x 5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 010-00515-40
Model: 010-00515-40
UPC: 753759065751
EAN: 0753759065751
ASIN: B000MVJOY0
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Product Description
Offshore fishermen and boaters will gravitate toward this sleek, space-saving chartplotter. The GPSMAP 440 features preloaded detailed maps for the U.S. coast as well as an ultra-bright 4" QVGA display; built-in, satellite-enhanced worldwide basemap and simplified user operation.The 440 has preloaded detailed maps that cover all U.S. coastal areas, including Alaska and Hawaii. For areas outside the U.S., the 440 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps, and its SD card slot makes it easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer. With fewer keys and a simple, intuitive interface, the 440 makes navigating your way through the water easy.Where applicable, the sounder version, GPSMAP 440s, comes with a powerful dual frequency transducer that clearly paints depth contours, fish targets and structure. It's also CANet compatible, so you can share sounder data with another chartplotter on your boat. The weather-enabled versions, GPSMAP 440x and 440sx, display XM satellite weather data, including NEXRAD radar, with the GXM 31 antenna.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Garmin 440 June 17, 2009
Ben E. James, Jr. (Georgia)
I use many of Garmin's products and have never been disappointed. The 440 chartplotter is no exception! The screen is somewhat small but very readable. It has quick startup and a user-friendly format. I recommend it for all Intercoastal Waterway boaters.
Garmin 440 GPS March 27, 2009
William Mizell
This GPS is exactly what I expected. It is perfect for a small boat application, simple to operate, clear screen with the features of larger more expensive units. Running my boat in the shallow backwaters is like playing a video game as far as navigation. Just keep the boat icon lined up over the right numbers and you have no worries. Fantastic product. Product arrived on time as stated in ad.
Best Bang for the Buck January 6, 2009
Bricescreek (Brices Creek)
The Garman 440 from Amazon was the best marine GPS for the money (back last year when I got it). I checked around on prices and saved 200$ over West Marine's price by getting it here. I'd give the unit 5 stars, but the screen is on the small side (4"?) and you'll benifit from a 5 or 6" screen. It's waaaay too bright at night, but easy to adjust, and it's nice and bright for daylight viewing. My wife even enjoys piloting with the Garmin. I love my little GPS, just wish I could afford a bigger screen for my 27' Albin boat.
 A step backwards for Garmin September 8, 2007
Chesapeake Boater
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
From the time you turn this unit you wonder what Garmin was thinking. Its hard to use, has a smaller screen than previous units (GPSMAP172C, for example), and the user manual is virtually useless...it doesn't even explain how to use many of the basic features. Also of note is the reduction in buttons which result in having to use too many sub-menus (by the time you figure out how to use the MOB feature the MOB will be a gonner). Way too complicated....took me hours to try to figure out how to use the features. On the plus side the screen is very bright even if the resolution is not the greatest (block letters are not as easy to read) and a good set of marine charts is standard. Its not all bad and it does do the job reasonably well, just a step backwards and very pricy. Garmin....you can do better!
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