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I own a -40 and I really like it a lot. It is normally receiving 8-10' accuracy. I think it holds 1000 caches. The price is good and I do not think you would be disappointed. I have zero complaints or issues with it. I also have a Colorado 400t which I also like, but -40 gets better accuracy, normally. -40 has a fairly small screen compared to the 400t but I do not find this a problem. As for geotagging pics, I do not know about this. It has no internal camera. I use them both for geocaching, and hiking and snowshoeing.

Whatever the odds are of getting infected with ANYTHING, it is up to you to make the decision to move the syringe. Calling local authorities is the best option. In the ignorance of the legislature of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, they have decriminalized possession of syringes without medical prescription, to "reduce" the risk of junkies using dirty needles. Apparently the risk to kids getting stuck in the foot while at a playground means little to the ultra left wingers composing these laws. I work in law enforcement and I have seen so many carelessly discarded needles laying around in the projects that I thought they were using them as lawn darts. Anyway, it never hurts to carry rubber gloves, and my option would to be put them on, and to place syringe in a plastic disposable water bottle, i.e. Poland Springs or similar, cap the bottle, and turn it in to local authorities. (Unfortunately, or fortunately, however you look at it, you can likely find a discarded water bottle somewhere nearby.)Placing it in regular trash starts another hazard chain for other people. Again, best choice is to notify proper authorities. I am not suggesting you follow my lead. It is just what I would choose to do.

I don't think it has anything to do with the battery, that it is coincidental. Shut it off. Then turn it back on. I figured that it was a coincidence with the battery, the timing is just spot on strange. I have turned it off and on a couple times. I left it outside for a while and it is slowly coming back around to its old self, almost like a reinitiation. I performed a NVM reset on the PN40 and now she is singing again. DeLorme gave me no useful info. for lack of more satellite reception so I tried the reset. Wiki site walked me through. I don't really know what it did, but it worked.

I don't think it has anything to do with the battery, that it is coincidental. Shut it off. Then turn it back on. I figured that it was a coincidence with the battery, the timing is just spot on strange. I have turned it off and on a couple times. I left it outside for a while and it is slowly coming back around to its old self, almost like a reinitiation.

Recently bought DeLorme rechageable Li-ion battery, which has less than notable battery life, and I have contacted them about this. Since I put this battery pack in PN40 unit, I am only getting six satellites to list on page, and as I write this, it dropped to five, listed. Out of the five listed, only four have reception. Garmin next to it is fine. Listed are 4, 13, 25, 29, and 138. Anyone else have this happen, ever? And if so, what do you do?

I have had one for about 2 years. The road nav. sd card was about $100 and works pretty well. As for caching, it has been very good for me. Nothing extra to add for geocaching. I like the rock and roller wheel, especially in winter with gloved hands. Use your index finger second knuckle to press buttons with gloves on. Not sure about the MAC part. The only negative I can see is it is discontinued, however, it is good as it is as long as software is up to date.

If there was somebody looking around your neighborhood wouldn't you want to Police to investigate? Maybe it is a cacher, maybe not. If approached, be polite. It still amazes me how many people have talked themselves into handcuffs. I have heard all kinds of excuses/reasons for all kinds of things. The bad apples are mostly the ones who make these posts. Its like a newspaper, good news doesn't sell. I have found in my years as a p/o that the job is like a computer; you put crap into it, you get crap back. 99% of us would listen to an explanation of the sport. I enjoy geocaching so I understand both sides. Anyway, help us in return. If you see someone/something thats just not right let us know. Happy caching.

More rules. That's what we need in Geocaching. You tell a young kid with a good idea, "Wait, you have to get 100 caches first before you hide a box of toys." Just enjoy the activity, don't dissect it. Some caches are better than others. That's one of the interesting parts. Check the profile and if the owner of a cache has less than 100, you have the CHOICE to seek it out or not. But don't make a limit as a rule. People learn as they go along. Geocaching was started by a person with less than 100; that would be zero.

I have a DeLorme PN40 as well as a Garmin Colorado 400t, both of which I was able to buy at different times at great prices. The DeLorme, right out of the box, is able to give driving directions as well as its other features. It is great for geocaching and for $30 or so you get unlimited map downloads. I like it a lot. The Colorado 400t needs an SD card for driving directions for about an extra $100. And Garmin now offers Birdseyeview (satellite imagery) similar to DeLormes product for about $30, but is limited to only one registered device. I use them both, often, and it comes out as a tie for me as to the better unit. Some do not like the Rocknroller control of the Colorado. As I don't enter much as far as text it does not bother me, and its easy to use with a gloved hand. To press enter with a glove on, bend your index finger and use your knuckle. With the DeLorme, better take the gloves off. I have never had any issue with either unit, although I have read posts on both with their quirks. I do get more overall use out of the Garmin. Some like touch screens. Personally, I don't. I have had no experience with products from other manufacturers so I cannot comment on them. DeLorme and Garmin support are both good. DeLorme gets you answers faster in my experience. Again, neither has had a problem other than the user.

What were the first civilian gps units and when were they released?

Legend Colorado 400t DeLorme PN-40

I like the Colorado 400t, and Ill tell ya why. Sooner or later, from all that activity, I think the touch screen will get scratched and not work like you want it to. With the rock n roller, you really can't accidentally hit a button. And the rock n roller is replaceable. I have not had to replace it nor heard of anyone who did, but a friend managed to know his off while moving an air conditioner with it on his belt. (Do you need a GPS for moving A/C units? ) I understand the coolness of the touch screen, just not for me. The C 400T has been awesome for me with zero problems related to the unit, only to the operator. Both are good from what I have read, especially with the updated software for Colorado.

I got one for very cheap at REI. Is that an oxymoron or what? Anyway, I have kept up with the updates and have had no problems with it. From what I have read it did need to get the bugs out but the updates seem to have corrected them. It is accurate and gets strong signals in bad places. Love it.