The Garmin Handheld GPS Colorado 400t Receiver for any Your Adventures

The Garmin handheld GPS Colorado 400t receiver is the successor of the much touted Colorado 400c series. Like the original device, this unit also features a three inch diagonal screen which incorporates the latest touch screen technology. Touch screens are fast catching up in the latest gizmos and gadgets and it was only a matter of time before they found their place in GPS receivers.

Garmin's innovative touch screen is both user friendly with the help interface on screen and in direct sunlight. Most touchscreens aren't as user friendly in direct sunlight as Garmin's. With the help friendly touch screen, any user can be comfortable navigating with the Colorado 400t. Just follow the help functions for flawless navigation and use.

The Garmin Handheld GPS Colorado 400t is encased in a ABS plastic case is pretty well waterproof as long as it is not submerged in water. Moisture can be a problem with electronic devices. This is not the case with the Colorado 400t due to it's moisture proof case.

The Colorado 400t comes preloaded with topographic maps of the USA. Also included are maps of national, state and local parks as well as lakes and way points. Your hiking and climbing adventures are practically limitless with the Colorado 400t. It also you to view the maps in a three dimensional view.

One of the great features of the Garmin Handheld GPS Colorado 400t is the ability to share data with either Garmin Colorado or Oregon users. All you have to do is touch the screen to send the information. The Colorado enables you to download from any PC Geocaching files and other data for using in your adventures. Points of interest can be analyzed three dimensionally for more accurate information on any way point.

Geocaching technology has found its place in a miniature form in this product. The website provides GPX files which are helpful and contains the details of the surroundings. It is only a matter of uploading the necessary GPX files to the unit and everyone can be set to go. Due to the Colorado 400t's GPX files features, you do not need to enter manually the coordinates of the current location, or the destination. Everything is done automatically.

The Garmin Handheld GPS Colorado 400t photo viewer supports JPEG file format. It also is a very easy unit to carry. It is slim and light and is easy to carry in a pocket or on a belt clip. Garmin has scored a win with all the user friendly attributes of the Colorado 400t.

The Garmin Handheld GPS Colorado 400t is SD card friendly. The card slot is inside the waterproof battery compartment. Just load it up with the maps of the territory you wish to explore and take off. I would recommend the Colorado 400t to anyone wishing to have a technological advanced receiver for outdoor adventure.