martinwl
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I'm very new to this. I don't see a custom maps folder when I connect my GPS to my PC. Can you offer some help? Thanks.
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No need to convert anything. Just save the KMZ file to "Custom Maps" file in your 550 directory.
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THANKS! About to try it now.
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No need to convert anything. Just save the KMZ file to "Custom Maps" file in your 550 directory.
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I have manually entered a number of Lat/Long coordinates (decimal format) into Google Earth. This became a KMZ file. I also have some KML files. Can I upload from Google Earth to my Garmin? Thanks.
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If price isn't an object, I'm going to suggest getting two gps units. Otherwise your choice is a handheld GPS that can route (but not always as capably as a dedicated automotive GPS) or a car GPS that can be carried like a handheld, but will have a smaller screen than other car GPS units.
What's your primary purpose? If you primarily need a good car GPS get something like the Nuvi 500 - waterproof, has road and topo maps, can be used to find caches and navigate on road. If you primarily need a good handheld this thread is full of good suggestions. I'm partial to Garmin but they don't offer voice prompts on their handheld lines. I've had awful experiences with Magellan and will not buy one. DeLorme and Lowrance have really been ramping up their products and have some good handheld units out.
Still, I'd recommend getting a good handheld and a good car GPS. If money really isn't the issue why compromise on a "jack of all trades, master of none" solution?
That's the best idea I've heard. Thanks!
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I'd like to get a hand held GPS that is not only good for geocaching, but can also be used for driving, with turn by turn voice commands. Thanks for any input.
Good luck getting a handheld with voice commands - I don't think I've ever heard of one.
I was afraid of that.
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I'd like to get a hand held GPS that is not only good for geocaching, but can also be used for driving, with turn by turn voice commands. Thanks for any input.
Can I upload KML and KMZ files to Garmin Oregon 550T
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Thanks for all the info. Right now, all I want to do is upload a lot of Lat/Long that I entered manually on GE and put it in my GPS. Do I need all the map things? Thanks.