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AEC98

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  1. Being an RF engineer, I have the tools to test pretty much any RF device, including antennas and systems. I wo be interested in being a Beta tester if it involes mapping the coverage area, or singal density in a rural environment(I live IN the desert). I do mountan tops, canyons and velleys. I have 4 acres of open land for antenna pattern testing, plus spectrun analyzers and service monitors to assist in these matters. GPS patch (puck) antennas are easy to come across and are made by a wide range of companies as well. Quadrifilar helices are far more touchy to design and construct properly due to feed imbalances that are inherent in the design.
  2. Actually, for the money, the best value has to be the Garmin eTrex H, with the same chipset as the higher tier units, but without the mapping SW, Elect. conmpass or barometer, but it does have a sensitive receiver, and this IS what you want! I have the Vista HCx and the eTrex H and BOTH lock on to at least 8 birds at the very least. I get fixes on both units in the basement without a hitch. For low cost, ease of use, the eTrex H series is hands down, the choice. Move uto the Vista HCx later, but you can't go wrong with the eTrex H yellow. And Wally World has them for $99.00 in the box....CURRENT pricing(bought my second yesterday). Happy horsing and geocaching! AEC98 Queen Creek, AZ.
  3. Greetings: You can buy a new Garmin eTrex H for $99.00 at Wally World. I have one and it works great! You get NADA with it though, bare bones but cheap, solid performer witha bright yelow case for easy viewing in the field should you drop it. Takes 2 AA batteries that last a long time. No color screen, no SD card slot.....just rugged and good performing quality. What more could you ask for? I hope you get one soon....you are missing the fun. Best wishes for 2K8! AEC98
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