To add an item, select it from the drop down box above. Garmin etrex vista hcx handheld for sale online ebay. Copying a track from etrex legend hcx memory to sd card. The garmin etrex legend hcx is fully supported in expertgps map software. Unlike other units that claim high sensitivity handheld receivers, the vista hcx outperforms the competition in its ability to get reception in exceptionally difficult areas. Expertgps is gps map software for your windows computer or laptop. Dec 12, 2007 the garmin etrex vista hcx represents the lightest handheld color mapping gps unit with high sensitivity gps receiver technology. Garmin etrex vista owners manual and reference manual pdf.
I know there are many people who cling to their old technology, and there are plenty of folks here who will help you find workarounds to keep using that old etrex vista, but im a firmly hold my stance that its time to retire those garmin devices that connect with the proprietary garmin serial port. I got a 4 gb micro sd card as i saw on the web that you need a larger card to house the uk and ireland osm mapping. The garmin vista hcx shows equal performance improvements in difficult reception areas. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software. Just insert a mapsource card with detailed street maps, and the garmin etrex vista hcx provides turnbyturn directions to your destination. Easygps is the free, easy way to upload and download waypoints, routes, and tracks between your garmin etrex vista hcx gps and your windows computer. Copying a track from etrex legend hcx memory to sd card gps. Gps city will show you how to reset your garmin etrex series gps back to factory default settings. Follow track on an etrex 30x vs good old vista hcx. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read.
Quick start manual, owners manual, safety and product information, declaration of conformity. If you have garmins topo software, you can layer that underneath and then you get the ability to navigate and see what youre doing on usgs quads. I am still trying to fiddle with the new user interface which i am still not sure if it is either improved or worse, but there is one very simple action that i used to do all the time with my vista hcx that i cannot seem to perform on the 30x. Water resistant, so it can withstand the elements or an accidental dunk in water.
Since this is a rather unspecific statement, and the vista has a mass storage mode, im not sure. Backup your favorite garmin pois, create and send new waypoints and geocaches to your gps, or print a map of your gps tracklog. Menu menu setup entr system entr menu software version entr. Easygps is the fast and easy way to upload and download geocaches, addresses, waypoints, routes, and tracks between your windows computer and your garmin etrex gps. Follow track on an etrex 30x vs good old vista hcx gps. Garmin corporation garmin grants you a limited, nonexclusive license to use the upgrade software software in binary executable form in the normal operation of the applicable garmin products. I think garmin includes trip and waypoint manager with the legend hcx. Changes or improvements which we consider important or especially useful are shown highlighted. The garmin etrex vista hcx is a reliable waascapable receiver that rapidly and easily finds your location in any difficult to reach area. Youll need a garmin gps capable of receiving user uploaded maps, software, and the free maps. If you have garmin s topo software, you can layer that underneath and then you get the ability to navigate and see what youre doing. Garmin etrex vista hcx manuals manuals and user guides for garmin etrex vista hcx. Paddlinglight may earn a commision when you buy through links on our site.
I tracked all the route in garmin etrex vista hcx, but mapsource couldnt find it and i think port is broken. Correct the brightness cant move over 50% in etrex vista hcx. To check the current firmware version goto menusetupsystem. Garmin etrex vista owners manual and reference manual. Beside the gps receiver, the etrex vista hcx has an electronic compass and a barometrical altimeter. Garmin etrex legend hcx handheld for sale online ebay. Like the rest of the etrex series, vista hcx is lightweight and compact the perfect size for all your travels.
Use easygps to back up and organize your gps data, print maps, or load new waypoints onto your gps for your next hike or geocaching adventure. And now i have got one option to copy tracks into my sd card. Expertgps makes it easy to transfer waypoints, routes, and tracks, as well as gps, gis, and cad data, to and from your garmin etrex. When i go to computer, none of the usb ports show up. Considering garmin mapsource software are among the worst out there except for magellen software which is the worst, it limits the enjoyment and usefulness of the gps. The builtin electronic compass of this garmin gps receiver calculates any alteration in the pressure level or altitude and provides precise weather information. To get started, download your free copy of easygps. You can get a repair cost of a garmin etrex vista hcx.
Here i must state that when i got the garmin vista hcx all i had was the unit, with a base map, a quick start manual, 64mb micro s d card and a usb to gps connecting cable. Click on download and choose to save the file to your computer. Cleaneject is free software that will erase those files before ejecting the volume on mac. Garmin etrex vista hcx gps receiver series sign in to comment. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express marine software updates onehelm garmin pros shop all sales. New unit is looking better by the hour the screen is transreflective and if you hold it correctly the sun or a lamp shining onto it from above you need vlsta backlight. Modify track log function for steady barometer output at power on. As mentioned earlier, it easily outperformed a competitors best gps in a reception torture test. Please, dont let that change your buying decisions. If the transfer is interrupted, turn off the gps and then turn it back on. The garmin vista hcx, brings a high sensitive receiver to garmins popular line of etrex handheld units. Garmin support center is where you will find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to help with all of your garmin products. What freeopen source maps can i put on my garmin etrex vista hcx for walking in southern spain.
Free gps software for your garmin etrex vista hcx easygps. Jul 28, 2012 gps city will show you how to reset your garmin etrex series gps back to factory default settings. Garmin is not responsible for failed downloads of operating software to the gps and factory resetting the gps unit will fall under our flat rate repair policy. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software versions listed. You agree not to export or reexport the software to any country in violation of the export control laws of the united states of america. Are there any maps available that would be useful for walking offroad in southern spain that i can use with my garmin etrex vista hcx. Really high sensitivity, color screen, micro sd card slot, electronic compass, small size, long battery life, excellent tracklogs, trip computer is adjustable and great, altitude and altitude display, records all my tracks as gpx files on the micro sd card, turn by turn routing with optional maps, it is a very tough unit. We have 4 garmin etrex vista hcx manuals available for free pdf download. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the software remain in garmin. Fix incorrect highlight index at unit field in area calculation page after select reset in menu. Expertgps is gps map software for your windows computer, tablet, or laptop.
Trip and waypoint manager is a mapsource product that garmin provides for the purpose of transferring data between your unit and a computer. Garmin etrex vista hcx gps receiver series specs cnet. The garmin vista hcx, brings a high sensitive receiver to garmin s popular line of etrex handheld units. With four years of use i still really like the garmin vista hcx. Download preloaded marine poi database for etrex vista. The vista hcx, which runs for up to 25 hours on a pair of aa batteries not included, measures 2. If you like to canoe in the bwca, dont forget your portage and campsite info. Boundary water bwca portage and campsites for garmin gps. Thousands of businesses and gps users depend on expertgps mapping software to upload and download garmin etrex vista hcx waypoints, routes, and. When i plug my garmin etrex vista hcx into my computers usb. What freeopen source maps can i put on my garmin etrex vista.
Fix shutdown issue when press menu key at first power on with 100% backlight setting. Expertgps mapping software works with these garmin etrex handheld gps. Hi, i have a garmin etrex vista hcx, which doesnt seem to work with qmapshack. How can i tell what version of firmware is in my garmin etrex vista hcx. Back up all wanted gps data using basecamp or mapsource as a precaution before starting. Hi, i recently upgraded my good old etrex vista hcx to a brand new etrex 30x. Download your track to it, then in the save dialog box, select gpx as the file type. Much depends on what software you used to build your course, how it was imported to your device and subtleties of the programming on each different device. To view the current firmware version, complete the following.
Gps garmin etrex vista hcx declaration of conformity. These units use the proven performance of garmin highsensitivity gps and full. Garmin is not responsible for failed downloads of operating software to the gps and factory resetting the gps unit will fall under our flat rate. How to connect two routers on one home network using a lan cable stock router netgeartplink duration. This download area offers free firmware upgrades for select garmin units. Select the closest match in easygps, or send us an email and well add it to this list. Besides the gps receiver, the etrex vista hcx has an electronic compass and a barometrical altimeter. These units use the proven performance of garmin highsensitivity gps and fullfeatured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable gps receiver.
Cleaning the etrex vista is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than. When i plug my garmin etrex vista hcx into my computers usb port, it doesnt get recognized. One of the lightest handheld gps units on the market. Discover hidden garmin etrex legend hcx tricks youre missing. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse. A little confusing taking some effort to get it set up for my use.
The vista hcx is modeled after the original etrex vista, the color vista c and the vista cx, which brought expandable memory to the etrex series. Accessories for the garmin etrex vista cx and hcx at the gps store, inc. It features a small gps receiver and navigator with a color screen you can hold right in your hand. Conveniently plug in optional preloaded microsd cards with mapsource data for your land and sea excursions. Qlandkartegtusers qmapshack and garmin etrex vista hcx. This software should only be uploaded to the unit for which it is intended. All newer garmin devices accessible with mass storage mode will work. When i plug my garmin gps into my usb, its not recognized.
Mar 23, 2020 gps mapping software for your garmin etrex gps. When i plug my garmin etrex vista hcx into my computers. On the trail, the vista hcx did considerably better at acquiring and. Even among the garmin edge users there seem to be a. Gps mapping software for your garmin etrex gps expertgps.
The vista hcx has the best readable screen alongside with other color etrex h series of all garmin units, when viewed under direct sunlight. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express marine software updates onehelm garmin pros shop all sales quatix 6 series the ultimate outdoor watches with specialized marine features, including comprehensive boat connectivity. Download free gps software for your garmin etrex vista hcx gps. The garmin etrex vista hcx is very easy to use thanks to its click stick and user friendly, graphical interface. As a moderator note, please pick good subject lines. Garmin gps not recognised when plugged into usb using. It supports multiple languages, has an integrated world map overview plus a base map of europe, africa and the near east. It gets over 25 hours of battery life depending on batteries. Oct 05, 2012 when i plug my garmin etrex vista hcx into my computers usb port, it doesnt get recognized. Discover hidden garmin etrex vista hcx tricks youre missing. Adding maps is easier than ever with the garmin etrex vista hcxs microsd card slot. Easygps shows all of your waypoints, tracks, geocaches, and photos in a list, with a plot of your garmin etrex vista hcx gps data on the right side of the screen. Crisp 256color, sunlightreadable display makes it easy to distinguish map details plus, it looks fantastic.
To get the most from your new etrex vista, take time to read through this owners manual in order to understand all of the operating features. Software its proprietory, delorme, nat geo and other topo maps can not be downloaded to the etrex. When i plug a different device in the same port, it works. Tramsoft gmbh garmin etrex vista hcx firmware upgrades. Garmin and that the software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of garmin. Followers 1 looking for windows 10 drivers for vista hcx. Try to be specific to capture the attention of the people most likely to.
With the vista i had become accustomed running 2 odometersfor example i. Easygps shows all of your waypoints, tracks, geocaches, and photos. Easygps is the free, easy way to upload and download waypoints, routes, and tracks between your garmin etrex vista hcx gps and your windows computer or laptop. Discover hidden garmin etrex legend hcx tricks youre. Expertgps makes it easy to transfer waypoints, routes, and tracks, as well as gps, gis, and cad data, to and from your garmin etrex legend hcx. Mar 22, 2017 how to connect two routers on one home network using a lan cable stock router netgeartplink duration.
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