GPS
Garmin eTrex Venture HC GPS Receiver
(Electronics) Garmin
24 Mb Of Internal Memory Allows User To Load Waypoints Routes From The Included Mapsource Trip Waypoint Manager Software
Usb Compatible For High-Speed Map Downloads
High-Sensitivity, WAAS-Enabled GPS Receiver Provides Peak Performance In Any Environment
Features A 1.7-InchH X 1.3-InchW Screen With 256-Level Color Tft
Built-In Basemap Includes Lakes, Rivers, Cities, Interstates, National State Highways, Railroads Coastlines
Price:
$169.99
GPS Answers
I have a garmin etrex legend and i want to take some measurements by driving my car. But the gps looses the signal inside the car. So I was wondering.. Is garmin etrex legend compatible with external antennas? If so could you suggest some models compatible?
I am assuming that you have an earlier one with the gray scale screen and a serial port interface. The new ones receive signals much better.
The basic answer is no. There is no official way to attach an external antenna.
Some people have created "reradiating" antennas for them. It is an external antenna that is attached to a transmitter with an antenna that you set next to your GPS.
This link will give you a search on some of them - http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&r ls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&hs =G5Q&q=etrex+reradiating+antenna& ;btnG=Search&aq=f&oq=&aqi=
For creating tracks, visibility of the GPS is not as important.
Make sure that you have the GPS in position where there is no metal or parts of your body between it and the sky, like as far forward possible on the dash or taped to the windshield. Metal and moisture block the signal.
The big buck option is to buy an etrex with H after it. That indicates the high sensitivity receiver. I rarely get drop outs with my Vista HCx. It will even record tracks inside my house or if I sit on it in my car.
The x versions use MicroSD cards for effectively unlimited storage of tracks. It will record as many points as you can (up to a point a second) as long as the GPS is turned on. It breaks the files every 24 hours of recording.
This is a video review for the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx handheld GPS unit and how to use it for geocaching. The review covers key features of this ...
Are there any websites where I can download free MapSource Maps for my Garmin Etrex Legend GPS?
Wow, I had to extend this one..if there are still no good answers I'll assume that there is no way to get free MapSource maps online.
I have a Rhino 130 and its a good unit. I have no idea how to get free anything for it. If you find out, let me know.
Price: $99.99
Stores up to 500 waypoints for easy retrieval and 20 routes with up to 125 waypoints per route
5 buttons located on either side of the device for one-hand operation
High-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver provides peak performance in any environment
High-contrast 2.1-inch X 1.1-inch screen with bright back lighting
Lightweight and waterproof
The default maps suck and the Garmin site wants $100 for good maps. Is there a free/cheap source of maps?
Depeneds what countrys do you want. Here are some sites.
http://www.maps-gps-info.com/fgpfw.html< br />
http://home.comcast.net/~ghayman3/garmin .gps/pagepoi.02.htm#wav
Or by forums:
http://forums.gpsreview.net/viewforum.ph p?f=2
Price:
$14.99
$7.50
Easy to slip on and off
Great for storage or on-the-go protection
Nylon material ensures durability
Genuine Garmin-quality product
Carrying Case
I have a serial cable , however , i need to know the process to down load as i do not have a program thanks.
Are you talking about transferring waypoints and tracks from your GPS receiver to the computer, and vice versa? Check out EasyGPS. It is a fairly simple program for transferring data back and forth to your eTrex. I'll provide a link below.
Those two models are discontinued. I suggest looking at the Venture HC and Legend HCx. They have a higher-sensitivity receiver and are easier to find in the marketplace.
The main difference between the Venture HC and Legend HCx is that the Legend has a microSD slot that allows you to store more map data and the Legend provides turn-by-turn directions. The Venture has no memory slot (but does have 24MB built-in memory) and does not provide turn-by-turn directions. The Venture has 14 hours battery life versus 25. The Legend can store more waypoints and tracks and allows you to create Custom POIs using Garmin's POI Loader program. The Venture does not allow this.
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