eusty
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One of my caches has been reported as needing maintenance, it's no big issue and I'll sort it later.
But I noticed that now one of the attributes is 'Needs Maintenance' so how do I get rid of it once I've fixed it? Is it a case that I just need to log an Owner Maintenance' or do I remove the 'Needs Maintenance' log entry?
As you can tell I'm new at this bit!!
P.S. I though I'd post it here as people are friendly
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I've used quite a few USB-RS232 converters for equipment due to my job and have found that some are more compatible than overs, so maybe worth trying a different type or asking other which do work.
Also remember that the adapter may not have assigned COM1 as it's serial port, so check which port it's using and make sure that the software you are using to transfer is using the same port.
This is just general serial stuff, so hopefully someone with a eTrex can tell you exactly
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No that's normal, it's 'hardware' as most have a serial chip (UART) in them.
The GPSr will actually be a DCE device
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oh & by the way - further newbie question ....... what is paperless caching? It sort of seems obvious, but when I see it mentioned, there seems to be the implication that you can only 'go paperless' with a handheld. I'm confused! (doesn't take much)
I was going to explain, but this link give all the info
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I've got a Cororado 300 which I really love, but I'd go for a 62st if I were going to upgrade
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I've used both, and I would never cache be without my GPSr!
The only drawback to a dedicated unit is you have to do a bit of planning before you go out to upload gpx's if you are going somewhere you haven't been before...but the extra 10 minutes really pails into insignificance compared to the benefits.
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I'm not sure how much data either c:geo or the official app uses.
One thing I do know is that they can be a real pain when you haven't got a decent signal. Like a lot I started out with using my phone, but soon moved to a GPSr and it's definitely far easier with a paperless GSPr!
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You could always add a bluetooth GPS, a lot cheaper!
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The only reason I recalibrate mine is not due to the accuracy as I only use mine when near to a cache. The issue I have that it often complains about not holding it level (as it's 2 axis), but after calibration it doesn't complain so much.
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What batteries do you use? Some claim that they need less recalibration when using NiZn batteries due to its higher voltage.
Not sure if it's related but I noticed I needed to calibrate my compass less with NiMh batteries (1.2v) than with Alkaline (1.5v)!!
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I prefer the form factor and buttons of the 62
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Wedding or caching....
I know which one I'm doing tomorrow
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c:geo for an android phones
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I was just quoting the gist of http://www.kowoma.de/en/gps/waas_egnos.htm
There is one major disadvantage of the correction systems that are based on geostationary satellites. For a GPS near ground and in central Europe or northern america , all geostationary satellites are located in the south and quite low over the horizon. For example, if you are located in munich , AOR-E is about 35° above the horizon, IOR on at 16°. This easily leads to blocking of the signals by buildings or trees. In forested or hilly areas, WAAS or EGNOS probably will never work perfectly. This disadvantage results in the system being developed for aviation where it does not matter if the satellites are a little low over the horizon. -
Although it won't have so much of an effect in cities.
The satellites for the space part of WAAS(US) and EGNOS(Europe) are low in the sky so you need a clear view
It's all here
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Just FYI - as far as I understand the replacement "flag" icons do not work on the Oregon 300's
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money is not a problem.
Nice!!
Garmin units seem to be used a lot in the UK, I've a Colorado 300 which I love...but if I were going to replace it then I'd be looking at a Garmin 62st. People like the Oregon units, but to be honest I've not keen on the touchscreens.
As for mapping you could see if you can get a bundle with these, or use the talkytoaster maps.
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Just a coincidence I guess, but I wouldn't blame yourself...I can't believe a cacher would have done that!!
Has anyone logged anything strange??
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I use NiMh batteries, but make sure you get the high power ones (>2500mA/h). They seem to last for ages in my Colorado which is similar to your Oregon for usage I would guess.
I've 2 sets so I just swap them aground.
Keeping the backlight to lowest will save you some power, as will keeping your map North up. There is a list here
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And using the phone signal can be really bad...in my office at work my Galaxy tells me I'm about 5 miles from where I am!
Like you say the issue is the number of masts, where I am I have one nearly next door and all the others are a long way off.
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You can watch it on BBC iPlayer. It starts about 20 minutes in, after the bit about some Saxon graves.
Sorry, this programme is not available to watch again
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Tried all sorts of combinations of logging out and in again!!
Oh well if it sorts itself then good, if not I'll live with it.....
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Tried that!! That was the only way to get my avatar and forum title to change
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I bought a Colorado which does paperless caching and I really like.
It was slightly more that £125, but I really like it
Search on ebay
Cache needs maintenance
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Thought that might be how it works...thanks