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    Can't download from GASK

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    I went over to the GASK - Help- forum and ask for help, and got it.

     

    There was another guy with the same problem.

     

    Seems I lost my USB drivers or never had them.

     

    I went to Garmin's site, downloaded the drivers, did an install.

     

    It worked, just d/l some caches from GASK. :wub:

     

    This also worked for the other guy who was having probems.

     

    Nick

    Can't download from GASK

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted · Edited by GRNZOOM

    When I try to d/l from GSAK I get an error message that says: SetupDiEnumDeviceInterfaces: No more info.

     

    I have a Garmin 60csx (new) Ver. 3.0 & GPS SW Ver. 2.90

     

    I downloaded USB drivers from Garmin and have the box checked indicating I am using USB.

     

    Once I was able to d/l the info. from GSAK, but not anymore.

     

    Again... I need your help!!

     

    Thanks !!!!

     

    Nick

     

    Yes it is....Set for Garmin

     

    Can't download from GASK

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    When I try to d/l from GASK I get an error message that says: SetupDiEnumDeviceInterfaces: No more info.

     

    I have a Garmin 60csx (new) Ver. 3.0 & GPS SW Ver. 2.90

     

    I downloaded USB drivers from Garmin and have the box checked indicating I am using USB.

     

    Once I was able to d/l the info. from GASK, but not anymore.

     

    Again... I need your help!!

     

    Thanks !!!!

     

    Nick

    Garmin 60csx's not the same

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    My bro-in-law and I both have Garmin 60csx's that were purchased a shot time ago.

     

    His is more accurate than mine.

     

    I will be 20+ feet from a cache and he will be within a couple of feet. The Garmin's black arrow will bounce around while his holds steady while standing or walking.

     

    Could there be something wrong with my Garmin?

     

    Before I call Garmin support, I though you folks a crack at my problem.

     

    Thanks...

     

    Nick

    I would check to see if you both have the same firmware. Go ~ (menu->setup->system->Menu->Software Version), to check what you're running. You should/could see Software Version 3.00 and GPS SW Version 2.90. If not, keep reading.

     

    As Garmin continues to improve its firmware, they are really good about offering updates. Use the Web Updater - http://www.garmin.com/products/webupdater/. This will load an app that will keep you current with any updates.

     

    Hope this helps.

     

     

    Thanks-a-lot !!!

     

    V 3.00 was already installed.

     

    I now have 2.90.

     

    Is this a great forum or what... <_<

     

    Nick

    Garmin 60csx's not the same

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    My bro-in-law and I both have Garmin 60csx's that were purchased a shot time ago.

     

    His is more accurate than mine.

     

    I will be 20+ feet from a cache and he will be within a couple of feet. The Garmin's black arrow will bounce around while his holds steady while standing or walking.

     

    Could there be something wrong with my Garmin?

     

    Before I call Garmin support, I though you folks a crack at my problem.

     

    Thanks...

     

    Nick

    Tight Batteries

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    I picked up Garman 60CSx today.

     

    I had one heck of a time putting the batteries in.

     

    The battery (as you look at the unit) on the left slid right in.

     

    The battery on the left fits sooo tight, and it sticks up a hair or two higher then that battery on the left. I had to press down hard on the cover to get it closed.

     

    Looking at the U's were the battires lay, the U on the right has a thin hard rubber shim along the right side of the U.

     

    My bro-in-law has a 60CSx and both the right and left U's are smooth...no shim.

     

    Any idea why the shim is there and is it needed.?

     

    Thanks...

     

    Nick

     

    The San Diego Thread

    in West and Southwest

    Posted

    After visitin' wit' Team Duckit this weekend I be sold on tha idea o' paperless caching. I liked tha unit he had (Palm Tungsten T3), but figger'd I'd ask all ye scallywags ifn' ye have any other PDA's ta suggest? Due to me pyratical vision, I be likin' tha color screen 'cuz it be eazy on me good eye! Gramercy fer yer help lads an' lassies. Arrrrr.

     

     

    Too funny Barbados.

     

    As fer me, I put small boodie for PDA on EBay.... awwwwww good anchorage here.

     

    I haven't scratched me eyes with me hook yet, so ye got 2 good eyes. I found a Palm VIIx, it's not a fancy color but for little quid while anchored in EBay

    what to buy for xmas

    in How do I...?

    Posted

    A decent trekking poles makes an excellent addition for anyone going caching in rural areas.

     

    About 6 mos. ago I found some treakking poles at my local Target store.

     

    They have held up very will and do the job.

     

    I looked at some at REI for 89+$... the ones at Target were $15.00.

     

    I am sure the REI poles are stronger, but..89 bux??? :laughing:

     

    Nick

    GSAK and Garmin 60CSx on the Mac

    in West and Southwest

    Posted

    That connection now works swimmingly, although much slower than the direct USB connection on my PC.

    If you call going back in time 5 years swimmingly. :)

     

    Sorry Tom - No Mac fan here but glad to hear it is working out for you anyway. RM

     

    What's next, are you going to get a Magellan? :)

     

    Nick

    The San Diego Thread

    in West and Southwest

    Posted

    We stopped on our way up to Ramona today and chatted with the Radical Geezer alongside Hwy. 67.

    He and his group had stopped about 1/2 thru the first leg to take a breather. He is the one walking to Washington DC gathering signatures on a petition to end the war in Iraq. He is still the same Radical Geezer we all know from caching and has just decided to 'DO' something. Agree with his mission or not, we admire his dedication to his cause. We took a couple of pics, he is the one in the center with the long sleeve white shirt on, the other includes his walking pals and family.

    Have a safe journey, Bill!

     

    The Splashes

     

     

    In today's North County Times there is an articial about RG's walk.

     

    http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2006/11/05...1_2311_4_06.txt

     

    The Spashes are mentioned being at his send off.

     

    If interested, here is a link to follow RG's adventure.

     

    www.wtetw.com

     

    I was wondering... if you start walking in Kanas would it be - A walk across 1/2 America? :D

     

    GrnZoom

    The Explorist 500 Experience

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    Looking to buy my first GPS unit.

    I actually first found this unit through Costco. But I did a search on pricewatch.com and found this deal at Crutchfield.com Explorist 500

     

    Seems like a pretty good deal to me. What do you all think?

     

    Reading this topic I am getting a little hesitant about buying this model but since it is my first gps I might not know any difference :blink:

     

     

    Costco's price is $179.99 free shipping and handling.

     

    I bought one but I am going to return it to Costco.

     

    Other then a nice color screen, I like my "old" MariGold better.

     

    When my MG poops out, I will be looking at the Garmin 60 series for several reasons that have been stated on this fourm.

     

    Nick

    Magellan 500LS - comments

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    I may have given up too soon, but I couldn't get the 500 to D/L waypoints for GASK.

     

    I got instructions from here on the forum, but still no go. :laughing:

     

    Plus, I didn't care for the battery clip, hard to remove to get to the SD card.

     

    Because the unit is small, the buttons are small and the screen is smaller than my MariGold.

     

    So.. I am going to return the unit to Costco, wait untill my MariGold poops out and go shopping then.

     

    I'll be looking at the Garmin unit for lots of reasons stated on the forum.

     

    Nick

     

     

    Magellan 500LS - comments

    in GPS technology and devices

    Posted

    I ordered a Magellan 500LS from Costco. It arrived today.

     

     

    It has the battery clip for three AAA batteries, but no LiI-ION battery, but the power charging was in the box.

     

    It was advertised included was topo 3D map. You get a top map in a CD with other stuff. On the box there is a sticker "Special Offer MapSend Topo 3D for $9.99."

     

     

    I don't like the way the battery clip fits over the SD card holder. It's real tight and looks like it won't hold up after a few in and outs.

     

     

    I fooled around the a couple of hours trying to load waypoint from GASK to the 500. It can't be that hard, but I can't do it. ... any ideas?

     

     

    I'll call Magellan support tomorrow and see if the service is as horrible as folks have been reporting.

     

    If it is, and I can't get waypoint loaded, back it goes to Costco.

     

    Nick

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