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Some questions regarding on how to see Garmin's microSD chip or SD chip as a drive (storage device) in your "My Computer" window have popped up . . . For some newer Garmins with a storage disk, special steps are required to actually see a "drive" in "My Computer". Once you complete the following steps you will see your Garmin chip assigned as a drive. Following are some screen shots from my Garmin Legend CX for creating a drive reference. Other Garmin units will likely have a similar process for "showing" the storage chip as a drive. First make sure that you have the proper USB drivers as supplied by Garmin on their website. The installation of these drivers won't automatically create a "drive" reference when your unit is hooked up via your USB cable, but they are required. With your USB cable connected to your Garmin and the power on, you must do the following: 1) Go to setup: 2)Then to interface: 3)Then you will see the Connected Screen. PRESS ENTER on you toggle switch to activate! 4)You will then see this screen on your GPS: And if all is working correctly, your system will indicate that a drive has been found. At that point you should see your Garmin chip in your "My Computer" panel as a drive. From there you can view files on your chip and apply functions such as copy, paste, delete, etc. Hope this helps anyone new to Garmin units with microSD or SD storage chips . . . Peter

Great Jeff, have fun with it . . . Peter

Hi Jeff, Okay, good that you can see the microSD as a drive. Now, when you go to "My Computer", take note of the drive letter assigned to the microSD. Something like "E" or "F". Now then, in Mapsource, when you exported the maps you created, make sure that it shows you the option of removable drives to export to. Select the drive letter of your microSD. BTW, how big are the maps you are exporting? And what size do you have on your microSD? Peter

If you are following the procedures as per the manual, you should be able to see your GPS microSD as a drive when you go to "My Computer". You can then take a look at the properties of that microSD to see how much space you have used and have remaining. Normally the map building by Mapsource creates only one large image file based on the maps you created for export in Mapsource. Check for that file on the microSD. If you want to remove the file on the microSD, simply delete it when viewing the chip as a drive. Hope that makes sense . . . Peter

Most common: "CD or DVD data saved as a disc image by ****** disc emulation and burning software; . . . ." "Appears" it could be a ripped CD image . . . . and not an original . . . hmmmmm . . . Peter

Hi Jean, Did you transfer the map information to the chip as per the instructions on Page 58 and 59 of the manual? It gives the copy and paste process for loading information (data) on the chip. Peter

Glad it works for you . . . Not just AOL, but other browsers can have problems with plug-ins. Firefox didn't want to work with the Garmin plug-in as well. There could be solutions for other browsers but most plug-ins are written with IE in mind . . . Have fun! Peter

Hmmm . . . have you tried this in Internet Explorer? If so, do you see a yellow bar (warning notice) on top of the webpage? The plug-in may be blocked. Peter

So am I to understand that I with the 60CX I should have cleared my tracking immediately before I started walking around my block in order to get a less cluttered screen? That even standing by my front door, getting the dog's collar and leash on, could have allowed time for the 60CX to apply tracks from ghost or bounced signals? And again, would I have noticed this behavior more so because my house has aluminum siding? Peter

Thanks for the link and information. Very interesting read . Does help to understand how it works . . . Peter

Just to clarify a few things . . . My post was a request for understanding why I was seeing what I saw on the 60Cx. It was showing me something I had not seen before on an old Etrex Legend or an Extrex Legend Cx. A number of answers to my post educated me as to the "why" and gave me a better idea of how the 60Cx works with the SiRF chip. However, without intention, some posts may have indicated that the 60Cx was not a good GPS unit. That certainly was not my intention with any of my responses. When I indicated that I was going to settle on the Legend Cx and return the 60Cx, it was simply a choice of which product would be better suited for me. And yes, that choice was partially based on some of the feedback I read. Having said that I do want to understand, if for no other reason but to be educated, how does a highly sensitive SiRF chip filter signals? Can it determine if some are false as opposed to signals that are true direct signals from a satellite? And with the collection of signals for determining a GPS location, can a SiRF type of chip get confused by a signals that bounce of aluminum siding on my home? And if I had a GPS unit with a SiRF chip while out on a hike, can I expect ghost readings if a radio tower is nearby? Might be stupid questions, but I am curious. Thanks again . . . Peter

Thanks Majbach . . . We have lived here over 25 years and only now discovered this view. We expect to see even more interesting views now that we are into this GPS and geocache experience . . . Peter

Bingo 30 years here . . . so can't use that as a reason just yet

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Hi Danny, From the Garmin website: "Most newer Garmin® GPS units are waterproof in accordance with IEC 60529 IPX7. IEC 60529 is a European system of test specification standards for classifying the degrees of protection provided by the enclosures of electrical equipment. An IPX7 designation means the GPS case can withstand accidental immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. An IPX8 designation is for continuous underwater use." The accidental immersion in one meter of water could simply refer to an accidental drop in the water, as opposed to "swimming motions" while the unit is in your hand. It would be interesting to see how Garmin views your situation if warranty is in question . . . Peter

Have you looked at TOPO USA? Apparently there is a new version out. You can go to the Garmin site and actually look at the map via a web interface. Peter

I have a C330 and there is no direct way to key in GPS co-ordinates. However, I believe that through POI software you can create your own POI's by entering co-ordinates. The POI information needs to be in a database format such MS Excel. From there you can upload POI's into the C330. This Link will give you more information. Peter

Ok, I agree that not understanding may be my problem. The 60CX is a great unit and reviews reflect that. I am new to GPS and my attempt with the post ("Can't figure it out . . . Any thoughts?) was to understand why I was seeing such tracking on the 60CX. Prior to getting the 60CX I had used my son's Legend (old blue model) and did not see such ghost tracking. I also tested the Legend CX and did not see such ghost tracking. Given the detailed explanations in the responses has now educated me to the "why". So, without making comments against the 60CX I am simply stating that the Legend CX is the better unit for "me". I guess there are times where a person can buy too much technology and in doing so can cause themselves confusion . . . . Thanks again, Peter

Glad to make your day.

Picked up a Legend CX. Took the same walk this morning. No wandering . . . Also, my son has an old Legend, no wandering. Friend of mine has the Rhino, no wandering. Thanks for all the feedback!

Thanks everyone, that was great reading! . . . lol . . . Appreciate all the advice Last night went smooth and my DW enjoyed the geocache hunt. She had no problem with me buying the "toy" since we are both enjoying our new found hobby . . . In the meantime I have tested the 60cx around my home and posted a question regarding wandering tracks appearing on my GPS. In a nut shell I have decided to return the 60cx and will settle on the Legend CX. Have a super weekend! Peter View from a cache last evening:

Thanks everyone for the responses. Real eye opener. I have decided to return the 60cx. "Hiker2008" . . . I was drinking last night after our geocache (Moslon Canadian, eh). But I was very sober this morning when the readings went nuts! "strumble'. My neighbors are too busy watching for bears coming in the backyards . . . "PDOP's" . . . nice site you have there! My son lives in Calgary so we will be visiting and will check out some of the caches you have posted . . . "imajeep" . . . I did start fresh when I started my walk. The extra readings came during that walk. When I got back I received numerous other tracks while the GPS was sitting on my desk. I didn't include those in the screen shot . . "TrailGators" . . . that is the main reason I am returning the 60cx. What's the point of a GPS unit if it doesn't give accurate information or questionable information? I know the 60cx has very high reviews and it is a nice unit. However, when paying top dollar I want something that won't cause me confusion Thanks again . . . Peter View from cache last evening . . .

Hi everyone, I picked up a Garmin 60CX yesterday and have been testing it out. Last night we went to find a geocache, no problems. However, I have noticed that the tracking wanders. I tested it this morning walking from my front door, around the block, and and back. When I imported the data into my Mapsource and into Google Earth I noticed a lot of tracks that I never made. Can't figure it out. The walk was consistent and the GPS had clear view of the sky. WAAS enabled. MAP Datum, WGD 84. And btw, as I sit here at my desk, the tracking keeps moving on the GPS screen . . . Any thoughts? Thanks Peter