cad4men
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I recently downloaded GpxSonar but for some reason, can't use all the features listed... when I try to access hints it says " the hider did not provide any hints" for every listing... unless i'm connected to my computer, I can't read any of the information listed from the page. I only get the name of the Cache, the coords, waypoint info, and difficulty and terrain on one page. When I pull up the list of caches it gives me the same bearing for everything (NW), difficulty and terrain 0.0.... I want to have the info on the PDA, accessing the internet in the woods isn't going to happen.... isn't this supposed to allow me to have all the info on hand in the unit? I'm using the Dell Axim x51 (overkill I know, but I use it for other things too)
I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong here, really new to paperless and really getting frustrated.... help me, please?
I tried that one once on my HX2495 and had no joy. But I am using GpxView and it reads the .loc & .gpx files quite well. I also use BeelineGPS and an earthmate BT GPS device on my PPC. It's wireless and I can get new info in the field.
Plus, it's all paperless.
Save those trees. I might want to hide a cache in one!
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11Bravo,
GO PPC! We've got everything we need for paperless travel and viewing Google Earth images, too.
I am just getting started in cacheing and will also be using an IPAQ HX2495, WM5 with a BT GPS I just picked up for 69.00 at Fry's. It is the Earthmate Street Atlas 2006 handheld version. I've used the desktop version for a year.
My BT GPS will sync with my laptop, for Streets & Trips 2005 or SA2006, it will also sync to my pda for either S&T2005 Pocket Streets and SA2006HH versions.
I have 4 gig of storage, music, books and Podcasting to listen to while walking.
I've been trying to locate software to add, so I can download the .loc files or .gpx files, (still learning in that area, what I need) and found your replies here to be informative and just in my area of need.
This is my 2nd PDA, the first lasted over 5 yrs, a Casio Cassiopeia E-125.
In your opinion, what all software will I need to be able to convert the files from Geocaching.com, to usable files for my PDA?
I have entered coordinates into S&T2005 once, to locate a cache in Bob Woodruf park in Plano. I got close to the location, but had no GPS to tell me just how close I was to the treasure, so I think I'm on the right track with my software choices.
So If I buy GPSDash, what do I need to convert/import the files to locate these cache'? Is there a link you can forward with ...step by step... instructions?
Thank you,
Jerry
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Hi ALL!
I am new to the geocache area, but ready to get started. My equipment is:
HP ZV6200 notebook, BT, WIFI and Cellular broadband for remote connections in the field.
S&T 2005,
Delorme SA2006 (notebook)
Delorme SA2006HH for IPAQ
IPAQ HX2495 w/ WM5, BT & WIFI, SD & CF cards - 4 gig storage for maps
(lots of books, music & podcast files for listening & reading)
BT Earthmate GPS for PDA
USB Earthmate GPS for laptop
I am looking for the rest of the software I need for geocaching.
I will be able to use this PDA for finding cache's, won't I, instead of buying a handheld Garmin/Magellan?
And why are most people using palm units for their PPC? What is the reason for this?
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I'm looking at Walmart.com at a VistaC for 237.00. They ship it to a store near you, and it has a lot of nice features.
It will be my first handheld GPS, and I am anxious to begin locating caches.
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Hey Kayakanimal,
Look into Street Atlas 2007, it comes with a PPC extension in the package. It also does routing from the PPC, although it will not do autorouting on the handheld, it will autoroute on the laptop.
I even download all of my waypoints through GSAK and they also show on the map, so I can get close, then switch to BeelineGPS.
I bought the Bluetooth version of the software, it links to both the laptop and handheld device.
Cost is around $50 to $150, depending on the version and GPS device you buy in the kit.
www.delorme.com or check out a Fry's if you have any nearby.