GreatCanadian

The 76CSx and 60CSx ARE the H versions in that they both have the high sensitivity SiRFstar III chipset. I don't know what is in the works, but I would be willing to bet that there will be a new line that will replace the 60 series out sometime in the near future. I think he means that he is going to wait to see if the 76 and 60 series receive the high sensitivity Mediatek chip instead of their current sirfstar chipset. It appears that the Mediatek may be just as good in regards to reception, while using less power. And cheaper too!

Yes, the innacuracies are more than likely in the map, not the gps. These innacuracies would never be noticed on a paper map cause you just take for granted that where you are on the ground matches up where you are on the map. That's often not the case. But it isn't noticed until you transfer an accurate waypoint to an inaccurate map.

Am I correct in assuming that these tables are NOT valid for Canada?

are you using %smart=5 If you're not typing the 5, then %smart just uses the caclculated name which may or may not be 5 characters also, try an underscore _ instead of a hyphen -

It seems like the old fashioned way works great for you. Stick with it. Nothing wrong with that way at all.

It seems like the old fashioned way works great for you. Stick with it. Nothing wrong with that way at all.

A friend and I were on a fishing trip last year, a walk through some rough terrain and about 45 minutes from the nearest road. He placed a cache (I helped him). I have never logged that cache as a find, and never will, even though it isn't my cache. If I already know where it is, visiting it again, is NOT finding it.

I bought a Legend HCX, and checked the versions. I had THOUGHT it said Software version 2.2, and GPS software version 2.2. After using the web updater they are 2.3 and 2.1 respetively. I trust that's right however, after doing the firmware update, the webdater asks to check for more updates. At this point the wizard says that it cannot connect to the Garmin server. So I guess my question is, what are the correct versions. Thanks. THE NEW HIGH SENSITIVITY RECEIVER IS WICKED!!

I wouldn't be the least concerned about refurbs. They undergo rigorous testing and are quite often more solid and stable than a new unit, which doesn't undergo as strenuous testing. I have had a couple refurbs, and no problems. When I buy wireless gear for home (router, printer, card, etc.) I intentionally buy refurbished gear to save a ton of money. The network is up and running flawlessly for over 2 years now. Yes, refurbs are a bargain. And yes, Garmin will honor warranty from a legitimate ebay seller who is an authorized Garmin dealer.

Here ya go! http://www.easygps.com/

Well, it seems to be pointless to tell you any different. There are a few other than me who have tried to beat it into your head that POI's CAN BE MANIPULATED TO DISPLAY outside 500. Well, I guess the rest of us are wrong, or there is a problem with your GPS. However, I would suspect the problem is that you don't know how to do it, even though you've been instructed how to do so. Therefore, your response is to say it can't be done because you can't do it.

Hey botanical, one thing you are missing is transfer of waypoints by cable. There is a 315 cable that you can buy. You won't regret it.

Well, if you are going to do it that way, it's like a radar on a ship. You need 3. 2 gps won't be any good if the readings are different. How would you know which one is correct? Yes, the better way would be to find a point of precise known coordinates and compare your gps with that. Bet some of you are thinking, "so that's why a ship as 3 radars!!" Well, that's part of the reason!!

You can save wapoints WITHOUT a data card. You'll need a datacard for maps. You can also save tracks without a data card, yet you can also log tracks to the data card as well.

I agree totally with embra on that one. I'd jump at the chance to exchange a 210 for a refurbed 600. Refurbs are fine. You'll probably get a 1-year warranty with it. They're quite often very solid, as they will go through strenuous testing before being released. I'm not afraid of refurbs at all, and have never had a problem with any refurbed electronics of any kind. As a matter of fact, my home wireless network consists of refurbed wireless router, card, and printer. Working like a charm for over 2 years now.

I have owned all 4 of the gps's you mention, and I would pick the Legend hands down. Explorist 100 - no computer connection Sportrak pro - has mapping, but not as rugged as etrex series (as sodajerk says, case can crack where case is screwed on) Etrex yellow - nothing wrong with it but doesn't have mapping like legend. Also, depending on version of yellow, may not have WAAS. So I would choose the Etrex yellow over the Explorist 100 I'd choose the Legend over the Sportrak

For most people, Mapsource is fine, and GSAK has to big a learning curve for the average user. Mapsource Trip and Waypoint Manager is great for simple management of waypoints, if you don't need the extra info that GSAK can give you. As Peter and Gloria said, make sure you click "receive from device" instead of "send to device"...and take note as to whethre or not it picks up your gps. You can determine that from the box that pops up when you click send to or receive from.

Anyone else near you with a GPS? Check against theirs to see if the coordinates are close.

I think the map datum could be the problem as well. Also, it looks like you have the coordinate system set properly but you might want to check that as well. I have a 315 kicking around here for years, and it still gives me accurate readings.

What do you mean by basic stuff 10 to 20 miles. The little etrex can do everything you need a gps to do. All the other stuff is bells and whistles. Some have mapping, some have a better receiver, some can autoroute. But you can mark a waypoint, and have the little etrex accurately guide you to it just about as good as any of the new ones. Unless you are in heavy tree cover or a canyon or something like that that can limit the signal that reaches the gps. It's a quite capable gps. It can also connect to a computer for fast transfer of waypoints and tracks. Get used to that one, try it out on a couple of caches and see how you like it. Eventually you might want to buy up, but why do that now when you already have a gps that can find a waypoint for you.

Yep, the gps will do it. In the meantime there are plenty of websites such as this one http://www.directionsmag.com/latlong.php that will convert for you. However, when doing it this way it's always a possibility of a typing error. Better to let the gps do it.

Hey Princess. Did you buy a GPS yet? I really wanted a Legend C, but everywhere I shopped (not online) they were a lot more. I may take this back and just get what I really wanted to begin with. But since I have time, I may wait until next week. Leaving in a couple of days for a motorcycle trip and was hoping to have a GPSr on hand to use. Thanks for the reply!!

I assume you mean the Magellan Roadmate 800. If that's the case, the GPS should have preloaded maps stored on the builtin harddrive.

Where do you get that information that emphasis is placed on the geocaching market. Check the Garmin website. The only reference to geocaching mode is Geocaching mode: yes And if you download the detailed specs, here's what they have to say: Both the 60Cx and 60CSx versions are rugged, waterproof, full-color navigators that feature a builtin autorouting basemap and include a 64 MB microSD card for storage of optional MapSource® topo, marine or city street map detail. High-sensitivity GPS receivers assure improved reception in tree cover or canyons. And both units feature auto-save of track data to help guide you back to any point along your route. In addition, the "sensor version" 60CSx includes an electronic compass and barometric altimeter – making it the trailblazing tool of choice for hikers and climbers. So the emphasis on geocaching has been inferred by you and not implied by Garmin. I still do not see the basis of your complaint though, as the gps will do everything you have mentioned IF you know how to manipulate GSAK and the gps. You can set the zoom level for your POI's at whatever scale you want.

That's correct, the Venture CX does autoroute, but the new Venture HC does NOT autoroute.