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Eagle AccuMap™ 12 GPS

April 06, 2004

The Eagle AccuMap™ 12 offers all the navigational features of a full-sized GPS plotter, plus built-in mapping with CD-ROM enhancement capability. For unparalleled mapping versatility and detail, the built-in background map can be easily supplemented with Eagle's revolutionary IMS MapSelect CD-ROM or IMS mini-cartridges.

With the optional IMS MapSelect™ CD-ROM Kit, the AccuMap 12 can utilize all of Eagle's popular IMS SmartMap, IMS WorldMap, U.S. Rural Roads, U.S. Navigation Aids and U.S. Wrecks and Obstructions databases. With the innovative MapSelect and MapCreate software features and a PC, user-defined map data can be uploaded into 1, 2, or 4 Megabyte programmable map cartridges. The kit includes the IMS MapSelect CD-ROM, data transfer cable, and a 1-Megabyte programmable mapping cartridge. CD-ROM includes latest unit operating system upgrade.

Features:

• Display: ULTRAVISION® display screen with 160 x 160 pixels for superior visibility (2¼" x 2¼" screen size). Backlighted screen and keyboard. Instant zoom display ranges with easy zoom-in/zoom-out keys.
• Receiver: Rockwell-powered 12 parallel channel receiver provides accurate and dependable navigation.
• Antenna: Quadrifilar, external antenna capable. New "Quick-Release" antenna folds down to protect display.
• Acquisition time: cold start 45 seconds, warm start 15 seconds.
• Mapping: Built-in background map of the entire world. True Moving Map® display keeps you at the center of the screen at all times, with course-up, track-up, and north-up options. IMS MapSelect CD-ROM compatible. Detailed mapping capability with IMS SmartM
• Waypoints: Large memory saves up to 1,250 position points; 250 waypoints and 1,000 event markers. 8 character waypoint names.
• Icons: 15 different graphic icons make it easy to note special points of interest on-screen while navigating.
• Memory Backup: Internal Lithium back-up battery protects all stored information for up to 10 years.
• Plot Trails: 3 savable plot trails with up to 2,000 points (breadcrumbs) per plot trail.
• Routes/Legs: Up to 20 savable routes, 30 legs.
• Navigation Screens: 5 screens and 15 windows. Screens include: detailed plotter, windows feature, TrailGuide Steer Screen™, position, navigation and satellite status screens.
• PC Interface: NMEA 0183 Interface/PC based map software compatible, NMEA 0180, 0182, 0183 versions 1.5 and 2.0.
• Comes With: 6 AA DURACELL® batteries, user manual and wrist lanyard included.
• Operating Temperature: -15 C to 70 C, 5° F to 1158° F.
• 98 map datums, no user programmable
• Full-functioning UTM's.
• Coordinate systems: Lat/Long, UTM, MGRS, British, Irish, Swedish, Finnish, Swiss, and New Zealand.
• Maximum speed indication: 999 mph.
• Differential: RTCM-104
• Map Datums: Over 190 map datums, non are user programmable
• Size: 5.0"h x 2.32"w x 1.62"d.
• Weight: 9.5 ozs with batteries.
• Power requirements: 6 AA batteries or external 5-16 vdc. Optional DURACELL® rechargeable NiMH battery accessory.
• Battery life: 6 to 8 hours.
• Waterproof: Completely sealed and waterproof.
• Warranty: One year.

Other Information

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• PAC-3 110 volt AC adapter.
• PC-DI1BK Cable with 6 Pin NMEA connector and DB-9 Com port connector.
• MB-1 Tilt and swivel mounting bracket with GPS cradle.
• MB-6 R-A-M modular mounting system. Ball and socket design allows universal adjustment. R-A-M hole pattern base and mounting plate, 4" arm, and GPS cradle.
• WS-2 Waypoint and route planning management software for PC. Includes serial cable with external power cable. Windows® 3.1 and Windows® 95 compatible.
• RBP-EC Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery pack. Features a built-in smart charger, a fast two hour charge time and up to 500 recharges. Can be fully recharged at any time and will charge while in operation. Comes with AC adapter. Also works with CA-1 cigarette lighter adapter.
• NDC-1 NMEA 0183/DGPS adapter cable. Can also be used to power GPS unit.
• QRA-G Quick-release antenna.
• PA-1 Remote antenna bracket with suction cup mount and extension cable. Fits GPS receivers with thumbscrew mount only.
• PA-2 Remote antenna bracket with suction cup mount and extension cable. Fits GPS receivers with quick-release antenna mount only.
• IMS MapSelect CD-ROM Kit MapSelect, MapCreate and waypoint and route planning software for PC. Detailed mapping data available from IMS SmartMap®, IMS WorldMap™, U.S. Rural Roads, U.S. Navigation Aids and U.S. Wrecks and Obstructions databases. Kit includes IMS MapSelect CD-ROM, data transfer cable and a 1-Megabyte programmable map cartridge. CD-ROM includes latest unit operating system upgrade. Requires PC with Win 95 or Win NT 3.51/4.0. For AccuMap 12 and AccuMap Sport only.
• IMS MapSelect CD-ROM MapSelect, MapCreate and waypoint and route planning software for PC. Detailed mapping data available from IMS SmartMap®, IMS WorldMap™, U.S. Rural Roads, U.S. Navigation Aids and U.S. Wrecks and Obstructions databases. Requires PC with Win 95 or Win NT 3.51/4.0. For AccuMap 12 and AccuMap Sport only.
• PC-DI1BK Serial data cable adapts unit to personal computer.
• FMC-1 1-Megabyte programmable map cartridge. For AccuMap 12 and AccuMap Sport only.
• FMC-2 2-Megabyte programmable map cartridge. For AccuMap 12 and AccuMap Sport only.
• FMC-4 4-Megabyte programmable map cartridge. For AccuMap 12 and AccuMap Sport only.
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